Vintage Danish Oak Bench, 1960s.
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Asaa, DK
Vintage Danish Oak Bench, 1960s. Mid-Century Brutalist bench in oak with original wool fabric. Made
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Benches
Wool, Oak
Vintage Danish Oak Bench, 1960s.
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Asaa, DK
Vintage Danish Oak Bench, 1960s. Mid-Century Brutalist bench in oak with original wool fabric. Made
Wool, Oak
$1,043Sale Price|20% Off
Danish Design Oak Bench, circa 1950
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Danish design bench in oak, seat with three blades of wood and trapezium shape feet, in teak
Oak
$5,371 / item
Konstruktio Oak Bench by Kari Virtanen
By Kari Virtanen
Located in Fiskars, FI
The streamlined solid wooden bench is meant for indoors. Its elegant lines fit in homes as well as
Oak
Borge Mogensen 1950s Oak and Leather Bench
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia
Located in London, England
Model 3171 bench designed by master-designer Borge Mogensen with frame made from solid oak. The
Leather, Oak
Set of 2 Scandinavian Papercord Bench and Chair in Oak from TS
Located in Hamburg, DE
Seating group from the bench and chair with papercord covering. the frames of the seating
Wood
Søren Hansen, Bench, Oak, Mohair, Denmark, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
An oak and green mohair fabric bench designed by Søren Hansen, Denmark, 1950s. Seat height: 18”
Mohair, Oak
Kai Kristiansen Upholstered Bench in Fumed Oak and Fabric
By Kai Kristiansen, Dagmar
Located in London, England
make in any fabric of your choice. The bench can be made in fumed oak or walnut.
Oak
Bench in Oak and Cane by Børge Mogensen, 1950's
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Bench in Oak and Cane by Børge Mogensen, 1950's Additional Information: Material: Oak and cane
Oak
Kai Kristiansen Upholstered Bench in Fumed Oak and Mohair
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in London, England
modular collection of bedside cabinets, benches, and chests. Combining Danish design principles with
Velvet, Oak
Canva Bench, White Oak with Handwoven Danish Cord, Occasional Bench
By Carter Ellis
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Featuring woven paper cord, sustainable lumber, and modest tapers, the Canva bench explores a love
Papercord, Wood, Walnut
Kai Kristiansen Entre Bench with Oak Frame and Mohair Seat
By Kai Kristiansen, Dagmar
Located in London, England
official, reissued version of the bench, which features his signature chamfered legs, combines an oiled oak
Mohair, Oak
Kai Kristiansen Entre Bench by Dagmar in Couquillage and Oak
By Kai Kristiansen, Dagmar
Located in London, England
official, reissued version of the bench, which features his signature chamfered legs, combines a fumed oak
Leather, Walnut, Fabric, Oak
Long Swedish Bench / Side Table in Solid Oak, 1960s
By Yngvar Sandström
Located in Stockholm, SE
Very good condition. Produced in Sweden, 1960s. Measure: Width: 210 cm.
Oak
Kai Kristiansen Entre Bench by Dagmar in Mohair and Fumed Oak
By Kai Kristiansen, Dagmar
Located in London, England
official, reissued version of the bench, which features his signature chamfered legs, combines a fumed oak
Mohair, Oak
Kai Kristiansen Entre Bench with Oak Frame and Pierre Frey Fabric
By Kai Kristiansen, Dagmar
Located in London, England
official, reissued version of the bench, which features his signature chamfered legs, combines an oiled oak
Linen, Oak
"Kolmiojalka" Bench in oak by Carl Gustaf Hiort af Ornäs, Finland 1950s
By Carl Gustaf Hiort af Ornäs, Puunveisto OY
Located in Hägersten, SE
Bench designed by Carl Gustaf Hiort af Ornäs titeled “Kolmiojalka” or three leg, also reffered to
Oak
Bench in Solid Oak, Tokyo, by Yngvar Sandström for NK, Sweden
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet), Yngvar Sandström
Located in Goteborg, SE
Tokyo, a bench in massive oak for sitting or for using as a table. Made by NK (Nordiska Kompaniet
Oak
Oak Music Bench by Hans J. Wegner for A.P. Stolen
By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A high stool/piano bench in oak with new leather upholstery.
Leather, Oak
Danish Modern Ca 1970 Bench or Settee in Carved Oak Henning Kjærnulf Style
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Very cool Danish bench or settee from around late 1960's to early 1970's. It is very much in the
Wool, Oak
Folke Bensow cast iron and solid oak bench for Näfverkvarns Bruk Sweden 1920s
By Folke Bensow, Nafveqvarns Bruk
Located in Ystad, SE
This early version of the "Sneckan" Park Bench No.1 Designed by Folke Bensow in 1923 for
Iron
Detalji Bench in Oak and Paper Yarn by Jenni Roininen & Ritva Puotila
By Jenni Roininen
Located in Fiskars, FI
Detalji (“detail” in Finnish) bench (designed 2021) is made following the traditional Nikari
Papercord, Oak
Teak and Oak Bench or Table by Eric Johansson for Abra, Sweden, 1950s
By Eric Johansson, Abra Mobler
Located in Hägersten, SE
Bench or sofa table designed by Eric Johansson. Produced by Abra möbler in Sweden during the 1950s
Oak, Teak
Bar Bench Model PP-589 Oak by Hans J. Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Handewitt, DE
. Made in solid oak wood. This bench was original from Wegners private house in Gentofte / Copenhagen
Ash
Detalji Bench Short in Oak and Paper Yarn by Jenni Roininen & Ritva Puotila
By Jenni Roininen
Located in Fiskars, FI
Detalji (“detail” in Finnish) bench (designed 2021) is made following the traditional Nikari
Papercord, Oak
$2,892 / item
Trasiego Bench
Located in Ciudad de México, MX
Sebastian Angeles, Mexican industrial designer. Throughout his career, he has collaborated with renowned brands and companies, gaining recognition for his unique approach to collecti...
Oak
$2,074 / item
Bruksbo Bench, New Edition
By Torbjørn Afdal, Fjord Fiesta
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Scandinavian Bruksbo bench, new edition. Designed in 1960 by Torbjøn Afdal and originally produced
Oak, Walnut
$1,718 / item
Bruksbo Bench, New Edition
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Scandinavian Bruksbo bench, new edition. Designed in 1960 by Torbjøn Afdal and originally produced
Oak, Walnut
$1,778 / item
Bruksbo Bench, New Edition
By Torbjørn Afdal, Fjord Fiesta
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Scandinavian Bruksbo bench, new edition. Designed in 1960 by Torbjøn Afdal and originally produced
Oak, Walnut
Unique Danish oak bench with a reversible leather & teak top by Unknown, 1960s
Located in Sagaponack, NY
a Danish cabinetmaker quality bench made of oak with a reversible top. the two section top slides
Teak
$1,138 / item
Saw Bench No.2
By Steven Banken
Located in Eindhoven, NL
Saw bench was inspired by a bench which Steven Banken build at young age in the workshop of his
Steel
Waterfall Bench by Austen / Morris
Located in Mount Rainier, MD
The Mo Bench is a simple, hardwood form that highlights the natural flow of grain as it cascades
Ash, Cherry, Maple, Oak, Walnut
Papyri Bench, Occasional Woven Bench in Blackened Ash and Natural Danish Cord
By Carter Ellis
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Featuring a mortice and tenon frame, custom doweling and a handwoven seat, the Papyri Bench is
Papercord, Oak
Contemporary pi2 Stool, Ebonised Oak Frame, Ebonised Oak Slatted Seat
By par-avion co.
Located in Norwich, GB
inspiration from the 20th century modernist idiom, Scandinavian Modern design, Danish furniture, and Japanese
Wood, Oak
Contemporary pi2 Stool, Limed Oak Frame, Limed Oak Slatted Seat
By par-avion co.
Located in Norwich, GB
, Scandinavian Modern design, Danish furniture, and Japanese aesthetics. Also influenced by the modern craft
Papercord, Wood, Oak
Contemporary pi2 Stool, Fumed Oak Frame, Fumed Oak Slatted Seat
By par-avion co.
Located in Norwich, GB
inspiration from the 20th century modernist idiom, Scandinavian Modern design, Danish furniture, and Japanese
Wood, Oak
Contemporary Lambda Daybed, Natural Oak Frame, Oak Slatted Seat with Rush Mat
By par-avion co.
Located in Norwich, GB
Our Lambda daybed is handmade in small batches from sustainably sourced oak. Both modern and
Rush, Wood, Oak
Contemporary Lambda Daybed, Limed Oak Frame, Oak Slatted Seat with Rush Mat
By par-avion co.
Located in Norwich, GB
Our Lambda daybed is handmade in small batches from sustainably sourced oak. Both modern and
Rush, Wood, Oak
Contemporary Lambda Daybed, Ebonised Oak Frame, Oak Slatted Seat with Rush Mat
By par-avion co.
Located in Norwich, GB
Our Lambda daybed is handmade in small batches from sustainably sourced oak. Both modern and
Rush, Wood, Oak
Børge Mogensen BM0488L Table Bench 138 x 46 for Carl Hansen
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Børge Mogensen
Located in New York, NY
The BM0488 Table Bench was shown for the first time at the 1958 Copenhagen Cabinetmakers’ Guild
Cane, Oak
Late 19th-Century Swedish Original Blue Painted Bench
Located in Round Top, TX
Late 19th-century Swedish oak bench with original blue painted finish. The surface shows extensive
Oak, Paint
Contemporary Woven Bench, Sliding Doors and Drawer Storage, Hard Maple
By Alessandro & Maria Design
Located in Pompton Plains, NJ
, Maritza's Bench is also available in White Oak, Mahogany, Cherry, and Walnut, each finished with a hand
Cherry, Mahogany, Maple, Oak, Walnut
Danish Modern Oak Stool in Forest Green Wool, 1960s - 2 Available
Located in Chicago, IL
Sold and priced individually. A 1960s Danish Modern low stool crafted from solid oak, featuring
Wool, Oak
Contemporary pi2 Stool, Fumed Oak Frame, Natural Danish Cord Seat
By par-avion co.
Located in Norwich, GB
, Scandinavian Modern design, Danish furniture, and Japanese aesthetics. Also influenced by the modern craft
Papercord, Wood, Oak
Set of 2 Peana Coffee Tables, Bench in Black Tinted Wood Finish by Joel Escalona
By Joel Escalona
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
Set of 2 Peana Coffee Tables, Bench in Black Tinted Wood Finish by Joel Escalona Peana, which in
Oak, Wood, Hardwood
Contemporary pi3 Stool, Natural Oak Frame, Natural Danish Cord Seat
By par-avion co.
Located in Norwich, GB
, Scandinavian modern design, Danish furniture, and Japanese aesthetics. Also influenced by the modern craft
Papercord, Wood, Oak
Contemporary pi Stool, Fumed Oak Frame, Black Danish Cord Seat
By par-avion co.
Located in Norwich, GB
, Scandinavian Modern design, Danish furniture, and Japanese aesthetics. Also influenced by the modern craft
Papercord, Wood, Oak
Contemporary pi Stool, Natural Oak Frame, Natural Danish Cord Seat
By par-avion co.
Located in Norwich, GB
, Scandinavian modern design, Danish furniture, and Japanese aesthetics. Also influenced by the modern craft
Papercord, Wood, Oak
Contemporary Pi2 Stool, Limed Oak Frame, Black Danish Cord Seat
By par-avion co.
Located in Norwich, GB
, Scandinavian Modern design, Danish furniture, and Japanese aesthetics. Also influenced by the modern craft
Papercord, Wood, Oak
Contemporary pi3 Stool, Limed Oak Frame, Natural Danish Cord Seat
By par-avion co.
Located in Norwich, GB
This longer bench works well at the end of a bed, in an entry corridor or as a pair on either side
Papercord, Wood, Oak
Contemporary pi3 Stool, Ebonised Oak Frame, Natural Danish Cord Seat
By par-avion co.
Located in Norwich, GB
This longer bench works well at the end of a bed, in an entry corridor or as a pair on either side
Papercord, Wood, Oak
Contemporary pi Stool, Limed Oak Frame, Natural Danish Cord Seat
By par-avion co.
Located in Norwich, GB
Our iconic pi stool range draws its inspiration from the 20th century modernist idiom, Scandinavian
Papercord, Wood, Oak
Contemporary pi2 Stool, Limed Oak Frame, Natural Danish Cord Seat
By par-avion co.
Located in Norwich, GB
, Scandinavian Modern design, Danish furniture, and Japanese aesthetics. Also influenced by the modern craft
Papercord, Wood, Oak
Contemporary Pi Stool, Ebonised Oak Frame, Split Willow Skein Seat
By par-avion co.
Located in Norwich, GB
, Scandinavian Modern design, Danish furniture, and Japanese aesthetics. Also influenced by the modern craft
Wood, Oak, Willow
Contemporary pi2 Stool, Ebonised Oak Frame, Natural Danish Cord Seat
By par-avion co.
Located in Norwich, GB
inspiration from the 20th century modernist idiom, Scandinavian Modern design, Danish furniture, and Japanese
Papercord, Wood, Oak
Contemporary pi2 Stool, Ebonised Oak Frame, Split Willow Skein Seat
By par-avion co.
Located in Norwich, GB
inspiration from the 20th century modernist idiom, Scandinavian Modern design, Danish furniture, and Japanese
Wood, Oak, Willow
Contemporary pi2 Stool, Ebonised Oak Frame, Black Danish Cord Seat
By par-avion co.
Located in Norwich, GB
inspiration from the 20th century modernist idiom, Scandinavian Modern design, Danish furniture, and Japanese
Papercord, Wood, Oak
Rare Low cocktail/coffee table Teak & Oak by Hans J. Wegner for Johannes Hansen
By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A rectangular solid teak top and oak base low table/bench/coffee table with a basin-edged top.
Oak, Teak
Scandinavian modernism is perhaps the warmest and most organic iteration of modernist design. The work of the designers associated with vintage Scandinavian modern furniture was founded on centuries-old beliefs in both quality craftsmanship and the ideal that beauty should enhance even the humblest accessories of daily life.
ORIGINS OF SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
CHARACTERISTICS OF SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
ICONIC SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
VINTAGE SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS
The gentle, organic contours that are typical of Scandinavian design appear in the furnishings and decor created by Danish, Finnish and Swedish designers not as a stylistic gesture, but rather as a practical, ergonomic — and, as importantly, elegant — response to the human form.
Each nation produced exceptional talents in all areas of the applied arts, yet each had its forté. Sweden was home to Greta Magnusson Grossman and Bruno Mathsson — creators of the classic Grasshopper lighting series and Berlin daybed, respectively — but the country excelled most notably at ceramics. In the 1920s at the great Gustavsberg porcelain manufactory, Wilhelm Kåge introduced pieces in the Scandinavian style based on influences from folklore to Cubism; his skills were passed on to his versatile and inspired pupils Berndt Friberg and Stig Lindberg.
Likewise, Finland produced a truly ingenious Scandinavian modern furniture designer in the architect Alvar Aalto, a master at melding function and artistic form in works like the Paimio chair, created in collaboration with his first wife, Aino. Yet Finnish glassware was pre-eminent, crafted in expressive, sculptural designs by Tapio Wirkkala and Timo Sarpaneva.
The Danes excelled at chairs. Hans Wegner and Arne Jacobsen were exemplars of the country’s facility with wood, particularly teak.
Wegner created such iconic pieces as the Round chair and the Wishbone chair; Jacobsen — while the revolutionary architect and furniture innovator produced the best-selling plywood Ant chair — designed two classic upholstered pieces of the 1950s: the Swan chair and Egg chair. The list of great Danes could go on and on, including Finn Juhl, a stylistic maverick and maker of the bold Chieftain chair; Poul Kjaerholm, with his lean metal-and-rattan aesthetic; and Verner Panton, who introduced a vibrant Pop note into international design.
Today, decades after their heyday, the prolific, ever-evolving Scandinavian modernists continue to amaze and delight, and interior designers all over the world use their pieces to bring warmth to any given space.
On 1stDibs, you will note both instantly recognizable vintage Scandinavian modern chairs, sofas, rugs and tables — those that have earned iconic status over time — and many new discoveries.
Don’t underestimate a good bench — antique and vintage benches are storage pieces, stylish accents and statement-making additional seating.
Today, benches are a great option to maximize seating in your house and outdoor space. The perfect option to create a warm, welcoming atmosphere in foyers and entryways, benches can also transform dining areas, making it possible to host a hungry family with limited space. Whether you’re sprucing up your entertaining with upholstered Empire-style benches or adding more options to a dining room that’s seen a farmhouse makeover, this humble furnishing has only become more versatile over the years. Designers have recognized the demand for a good bench, crafting the convenient seating alternative from a range of materials, including wood, iron and even concrete.
Mid-century modern benches from George Nakashima, Charlotte Perriand and the pared-down Platform bench by George Nelson for Herman Miller are classics of innovation, but maybe you’re looking for an unconventional design approach to your home's seating. Opt for something totally outside the box — an antique pine church-pew bench paired with a vintage wool throw and stationed under the mounted coatrack in your mudroom is a distinctive touch.
For your outdoor oasis, a wrought-iron patio bench is the obvious choice but not the only option. An enclosed back patio would do well to inherit a rattan bench with cushions, but it can be susceptible to weathering and should be covered or moved indoors when not in use.
Whatever your seating arrangement needs are, find vintage, new and antique benches for every space on 1stDibs.
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