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Set of 4 FK 84 Armchairs by Fabricius and Kastholm in Velvet and Metal, 1960's
Set of 4 FK 84 Armchairs by Fabricius and Kastholm in Velvet and Metal, 1960's

Set of 4 FK 84 Armchairs by Fabricius and Kastholm in Velvet and Metal, 1960's

By Jørgen Kastholm & Preben Fabricius, Alfred Kill International

Located in Uithoorn, NL

Their collaboration for Alfred Kill International produced only a limited number of models, but many of them have since been recognised as key examples of Danish mid century design a...

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metal

Per Linnemann-Schmidt for Palshus. Stoneware bowl with a deep matte blue glaze
Per Linnemann-Schmidt for Palshus. Stoneware bowl with a deep matte blue glaze

Per Linnemann-Schmidt for Palshus. Stoneware bowl with a deep matte blue glaze

Located in København, Copenhagen

Today, Palshus is recognized as one of the key names in Danish studio ceramics.

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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Stoneware

Mid Century Børge Mogensen 2204 Leather Wing Back Armchair for Fredericia
Mid Century Børge Mogensen 2204 Leather Wing Back Armchair for Fredericia

Mid Century Børge Mogensen 2204 Leather Wing Back Armchair for Fredericia

By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia Stolefabrik

Located in Highclere, Newbury

Børge Mogensen Børge Mogensen (1914–1972) was one of the key figures in Danish Modern design and Fredericia’s founding house designer.

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Vintage 1980s Danish Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs

Materials

Leather, Teak

Medium Tablelamp by Svend Aage Holm Sørensen
Medium Tablelamp by Svend Aage Holm Sørensen

Medium Tablelamp by Svend Aage Holm Sørensen

By Svend Aage Holm Sørensen

Located in Brussels, BE

Even though not all his concepts were realized, Holm-Sørensen remains a key figure in Danish lighting design, with his lamps still highly sought after today.

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Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Steel

Tall Tablelamp by Svend Aage Holm Sørensen
Tall Tablelamp by Svend Aage Holm Sørensen

Tall Tablelamp by Svend Aage Holm Sørensen

By Svend Aage Holm Sørensen

Located in Brussels, BE

Even though not all his concepts were realized, Holm-Sørensen remains a key figure in Danish lighting design, with his lamps still highly sought after today.

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Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Steel

Per Linnemann-Schmidt for Palshus. Two stoneware bowls, 1960s
Per Linnemann-Schmidt for Palshus. Two stoneware bowls, 1960s

Per Linnemann-Schmidt for Palshus. Two stoneware bowls, 1960s

Located in København, Copenhagen

Today, Palshus’ works are considered among the key achievements of Danish studio ceramics, uniting functionalism with artistic sensitivity.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Stoneware

Hans J. Wegner Model PP 312 Ash Wood Writing Desk, Designed for PP Møbler, 1980'
Hans J. Wegner Model PP 312 Ash Wood Writing Desk, Designed for PP Møbler, 1980'

Hans J. Wegner Model PP 312 Ash Wood Writing Desk, Designed for PP Møbler, 1980'

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Kastrup, DK

Wegner (1914-2007) was a Danish furniture designer and one of the key figures in Danish modernism.

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Late 20th Century Danish Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Ash

Anton Michelsen Christmas Gilt Silver Spoon for 1974
Anton Michelsen Christmas Gilt Silver Spoon for 1974

Anton Michelsen Christmas Gilt Silver Spoon for 1974

$135 / item

H 0.75 in W 6.25 in D 1.25 in

Anton Michelsen Christmas Gilt Silver Spoon for 1974

By Carl-Henning Pedersen

Located in Downingtown, PA

Carl-Henning Pedersen (23 September 1913 – 20 February 2007) was a Danish painter and a key member of the COBRA movement.

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Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Illum Wikkelso 3 Seat Curved Sofa Model 450. Circa 1960. New upholstery.
Illum Wikkelso 3 Seat Curved Sofa Model 450. Circa 1960. New upholstery.

Illum Wikkelso 3 Seat Curved Sofa Model 450. Circa 1960. New upholstery.

By Illum Wikkelsø

Located in Paris, FR

With his clean line aesthetic and appreciation for natural materials, he was one of key influencers of Danish design internationally during the Mid 20th Century.

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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wool, Bouclé, Upholstery, Wood

Terracotta Sculpture "The Kiss" by Gottfred Eickhoff, 1948
Terracotta Sculpture "The Kiss" by Gottfred Eickhoff, 1948

Terracotta Sculpture "The Kiss" by Gottfred Eickhoff, 1948

Located in Kastrup, DK

About Gottfred Eickhoff (1902-1982): Gottfred Eickhoff was a celebrated Danish sculptor and a key figure in Danish modernism.

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Mid-20th Century Danish Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Terracotta

POUL HENNINGSEN Table lamp PH 4/3 pat appl, 1927
POUL HENNINGSEN Table lamp PH 4/3 pat appl, 1927

POUL HENNINGSEN Table lamp PH 4/3 pat appl, 1927

By Poul Henningsen

Located in Egå, DK

The result is a light that illuminates comfortably, without casting harsh shadows or being visually discomforting, making the PH 4/3 an ideal lamp for reading, working or as an elega...

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Vintage 1920s Danish Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Copper

Mahogany Lounge Arm Chair by Ole Wanscher for A.J. Iversen
Mahogany Lounge Arm Chair by Ole Wanscher for A.J. Iversen

Mahogany Lounge Arm Chair by Ole Wanscher for A.J. Iversen

$14,500 / item

H 30 in W 29 in D 27.75 in

Mahogany Lounge Arm Chair by Ole Wanscher for A.J. Iversen

By A. J. Iversen, Ole Wanscher

Located in Sagaponack, NY

Wanscher was a key player in Denmark's Mid-Century Modern movement and preferred to explore Classic yet minimal aesthetics informed by precise study of the human body.

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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Mahogany, Upholstery

Eva Stæhr-Nielsen for Saxbo, Small Signed Stoneware Vase
Eva Stæhr-Nielsen for Saxbo, Small Signed Stoneware Vase

Eva Stæhr-Nielsen for Saxbo, Small Signed Stoneware Vase

By Saxbo, Eva Stæhr Nielsen

Located in Kastrup, DK

She is regarded as one of Denmark’s most acclaimed ceramicists and a key figure in Danish design history.

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Mid-20th Century Danish Modern Vases

Materials

Stoneware

Kai Kristiansen Wall Unit for FM Møbler, 1960s
Kai Kristiansen Wall Unit for FM Møbler, 1960s

Kai Kristiansen Wall Unit for FM Møbler, 1960s

$2,600

H 79.5 in W 68.75 in D 11 in

Kai Kristiansen Wall Unit for FM Møbler, 1960s

By Kai Kristiansen, FM Møbler

Located in Puslinch, ON

Freshly imported from Denmark. Completely modular. Comes with key and lock works.

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Metal

Poul Henningsen PH 5/3 Pendant – “Pat. Appl.” 1926–1927
Poul Henningsen PH 5/3 Pendant – “Pat. Appl.” 1926–1927

Poul Henningsen PH 5/3 Pendant – “Pat. Appl.” 1926–1927

By Poul Henningsen

Located in Egå, DK

The result is a light that illuminates comfortably, without casting harsh shadows or visual discomfort, making the PH 5/3 an ideal lamp as an elegant ambient spotlight. Danish desig...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Copper, Nickel

Pair of Safari Chairs by Ole Wanscher for PJ Furniture
Pair of Safari Chairs by Ole Wanscher for PJ Furniture

Pair of Safari Chairs by Ole Wanscher for PJ Furniture

$14,500 / set

H 32.5 in W 22.25 in D 24 in

Pair of Safari Chairs by Ole Wanscher for PJ Furniture

By PJ Furniture, Ole Wanscher

Located in Sagaponack, NY

Wanscher was a key player in Denmark's Mid-Century Modern movement and preferred to explore classic yet minimal aesthetics informed by precise study of the human body.

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Oak, Canvas

18th Century Baroque Chest of Drawers in Burl Walnut with Embossed Gilding
18th Century Baroque Chest of Drawers in Burl Walnut with Embossed Gilding

18th Century Baroque Chest of Drawers in Burl Walnut with Embossed Gilding

Located in INTERLAKEN, NY

Chest is raised on a carved plinth that rests on cabriole feet, and features four drawers with original fire-gilded pulls and key plates, and one working key, Denmark, circa 1770.

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Antique Late 18th Century Danish Baroque Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Bronze, Gold Leaf

Pair of Ib Kofod-Larsen Samsö Easy Chairs by OPE, 1950s
Pair of Ib Kofod-Larsen Samsö Easy Chairs by OPE, 1950s

Pair of Ib Kofod-Larsen Samsö Easy Chairs by OPE, 1950s

$38,429 / set

H 28.35 in W 27.96 in D 28.35 in

Pair of Ib Kofod-Larsen Samsö Easy Chairs by OPE, 1950s

By Ib Kofod-Larsen

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

The lightness of the design—visually and physically—makes them suitable for a variety of interiors, from minimalist to richly textured mid-century settings. A key figure in Danish d...

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20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Kai Kristiansen Entre Bench with Oak Frame and Pierre Frey Fabric
Kai Kristiansen Entre Bench with Oak Frame and Pierre Frey Fabric

Kai Kristiansen Entre Bench with Oak Frame and Pierre Frey Fabric

$3,013 / item

H 16.93 in W 47.25 in D 14.97 in

Kai Kristiansen Entre Bench with Oak Frame and Pierre Frey Fabric

By Kai Kristiansen, Dagmar

Located in London, England

Kai Kristiansen - Entre Bench - 1956 This is a new edition of Kai Kristiansen's 1956 design, made under license in Denmark. Kai Kristiansen was a key figure in the Danish Modern mo...

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Vintage 1950s British Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Linen, Oak

The Penguin Lounge Chair-Oak & Kvadrat, Re-wool 218-by Ib Kofod-Larsen, for Audo
The Penguin Lounge Chair-Oak & Kvadrat, Re-wool 218-by Ib Kofod-Larsen, for Audo

The Penguin Lounge Chair-Oak & Kvadrat, Re-wool 218-by Ib Kofod-Larsen, for Audo

By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Audo

Located in Dubai, AE

The Penguin Lounge Chair has a graphic purity that enables it to interact seamlessly with other furniture pieces Material : Oak and Fabric: Re-wool 0218, Kvadrat Powder coated stee...

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2010s Polish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

The Penguin Lounge Chair-Walnut & Leather Dakar 0329-by Ib Kofod-Larsen-for Audo
The Penguin Lounge Chair-Walnut & Leather Dakar 0329-by Ib Kofod-Larsen-for Audo

The Penguin Lounge Chair-Walnut & Leather Dakar 0329-by Ib Kofod-Larsen-for Audo

By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Audo

Located in Dubai, AE

The Penguin Lounge Chair has a graphic purity that enables it to interact seamlessly with other furniture pieces Material : Walnut and Leather - Dakar 0329, Nevotex Powder coated s...

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2010s Polish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Antique Map of Britain & Ireland with North Sea Detail – 1856 Stülpnagel
Antique Map of Britain & Ireland with North Sea Detail – 1856 Stülpnagel

Antique Map of Britain & Ireland with North Sea Detail – 1856 Stülpnagel

Located in Langweer, NL

The map stretches eastward to include the coasts of the Netherlands, Belgium, and parts of western Norway and Denmark, illustrating key sea routes across the North Sea.

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Antique Mid-19th Century German Maps

Materials

Paper

Knitting Lounge Chair-Sheepskin Root/Dark Stained Oak by Ib Kofod-Larsen forAudo
Knitting Lounge Chair-Sheepskin Root/Dark Stained Oak by Ib Kofod-Larsen forAudo

Knitting Lounge Chair-Sheepskin Root/Dark Stained Oak by Ib Kofod-Larsen forAudo

By Ib Kofod-Larsen

Located in Dubai, AE

Material : Sheepskin Root & Dark Stained Oak DIMENSIONS W: 71,3 cm / 28,1” D: 66,9 cm / 26,3” , H: 90,6 cm / 35,7” , SH: 30 cm / 11,8” ABOUT THE DESIGNER Ib Kofod-Larsen Ib K...

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2010s Lithuanian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Sheepskin, Oak

Knitting Lounge Chair-Sheepskin Nature/Natural Oak-by Ib Kofod - Larsen for Audo
Knitting Lounge Chair-Sheepskin Nature/Natural Oak-by Ib Kofod - Larsen for Audo

Knitting Lounge Chair-Sheepskin Nature/Natural Oak-by Ib Kofod - Larsen for Audo

By Audo, Ib Kofod-Larsen

Located in Dubai, AE

Material : Sheepskin Nature & Natural Oak DIMENSIONS W: 71,3 cm / 28,1” D: 66,9 cm / 26,3” , H: 90,6 cm / 35,7” , SH: 30 cm / 11,8” ABOUT THE DESIGNER Ib Kofod-Larsen Ib Kofo...

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2010s Lithuanian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Sheepskin, Oak

Knitting Lounge Chair-Black Oak / Baru 24 Kvadrat  by Ib Kofod-Larsen forAudo
Knitting Lounge Chair-Black Oak / Baru 24 Kvadrat  by Ib Kofod-Larsen forAudo

Knitting Lounge Chair-Black Oak / Baru 24 Kvadrat by Ib Kofod-Larsen forAudo

By Ib Kofod-Larsen

Located in Dubai, AE

Material : Black Oak / Baru 24 Kvadrat DIMENSIONS W: 71,3 cm / 28,1” D: 66,9 cm / 26,3” , H: 90,6 cm / 35,7” , SH: 30 cm / 11,8” ABOUT THE DESIGNER Ib Kofod-Larsen Ib Kofod-Larse...

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2010s Lithuanian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Oak, Fabric

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Find many varieties of an authentic Danish key available at 1stDibs. A Danish key — often made from wood, hardwood and teak — can elevate any home. Find 231 options for an antique or vintage Danish key now, or shop our selection of 5 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Your living room may not be complete without a Danish key — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A Danish key, designed in the mid-century modern, Scandinavian Modern or Baroque style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Ole Wanscher, Arne Vodder and Hans J. Wegner each produced at least one beautiful Danish key that is worth considering.

How Much is a Danish Key?

The average selling price for a Danish key at 1stDibs is $3,215, while they’re typically $10 on the low end and $352,303 for the highest priced.