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Scandinavian Modern Chairs

SCANDINAVIAN MODERN STYLE

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

  • Bold, clean lines and simple, sturdy symmetries
  • Use of natural materials — native woods such as pine, ash and beech
  • Open, airy spaces
  • Promotion of functionality
  • Emphasis on craftsmanship; rooted in cabinetry profession and traditional construction techniques
  • Minimal ornamentation (little to no embellishment)
  • A neutral or light color palette owing to prominence of light woods

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. 

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Style: Scandinavian Modern
Rustic Swedish Pinewood Lounge Chair 1930-1940s - Reupholstered in Sheepskin
Rustic Swedish Pinewood Lounge Chair 1930-1940s - Reupholstered in Sheepskin

Rustic Swedish Pinewood Lounge Chair 1930-1940s - Reupholstered in Sheepskin

By Axel Einar Hjorth

Located in Stockholm, SE

A stunning rustic armchair, a so-called “Sportstuga” (summer cottage–style) piece, probably made in Sweden in the 1940s. The chair is crafted from veneered plywood with sturdy, well-...

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1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Sheepskin, Wood

Børge Mogensen Oak & Leather "Spanish" Arm Chairs Model BM3238, 1970s
Børge Mogensen Oak & Leather "Spanish" Arm Chairs Model BM3238, 1970s

Børge Mogensen Oak & Leather "Spanish" Arm Chairs Model BM3238, 1970s

By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia

Located in Odense, DK

Beautiful pair of vintage "BM 3238" arm chairs in oak and natural saddle leather. Designed in the 1950s by Borge Mogensen and produced by Fredericia Stolefabrik. Mogensen made these ...

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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

NV-45 Easy Chair in Rosewood & Leather by Finn Juhl, 1945
NV-45 Easy Chair in Rosewood & Leather by Finn Juhl, 1945

NV-45 Easy Chair in Rosewood & Leather by Finn Juhl, 1945

By Finn Juhl

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

The very rare NV-45 easy chair, designed by Finn Juhl in 1945 and crafted by master cabinetmaker Niels Vodder, stands as one of the most iconic and sculpturally expressive works in t...

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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Jacob Kielland-Brandt Dining Chair in Solid Pine
Jacob Kielland-Brandt Dining Chair in Solid Pine

Jacob Kielland-Brandt Dining Chair in Solid Pine

By Jacob Kielland-Brandt

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Jacob Kielland-Brandt, dining chair, solid pine, Denmark, 1960s This remarkable chair is designed by Danish designer Jacob Kielland-Brandt in the 1960s. It has a strong expression, ...

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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Pine

Danish Set of Six Dining Chairs in Blonde Wood and Dark Grey Leatherette
Danish Set of Six Dining Chairs in Blonde Wood and Dark Grey Leatherette

Danish Set of Six Dining Chairs in Blonde Wood and Dark Grey Leatherette

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Set of six dining chairs, beech, faux leather, Denmark, 1960s. Modest and elegant set of six dining chairs. Its design shows clear lines and an open backrest. The dark grey leather...

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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Beech

Rustic Danish Chairs in Straw and Oak
Rustic Danish Chairs in Straw and Oak

Rustic Danish Chairs in Straw and Oak

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Dining chairs, oak, straw wicker, Denmark, 1960s This collection comprises an extensive array of rustic Danish church chairs, constructed from durable oak wood and characterized by...

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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Straw, Oak

Göran Malmvall pine chair 510 by Karl Andersson & Söner, Sweden, 1940s
Göran Malmvall pine chair 510 by Karl Andersson & Söner, Sweden, 1940s

Göran Malmvall pine chair 510 by Karl Andersson & Söner, Sweden, 1940s

By Goran Malmvall

Located in Forserum, SE

Swedish side chair, Model 510, designed by Göran Malmvall for the manufacturer Karl Andersson & Söner, Huskvarna. Originating from the late 1940s, it is a late example of the "sports...

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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Pine

Pair of Torbjørn Afdal Leather Easy Chairs by Bruksbo, 1962
Pair of Torbjørn Afdal Leather Easy Chairs by Bruksbo, 1962

Pair of Torbjørn Afdal Leather Easy Chairs by Bruksbo, 1962

By Torbjørn Afdal

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

This rare pair of Hunter easy chairs, designed by Torbjørn Afdal in 1962 and produced by Bruksbo in Norway, represents a refined interpretation of the safari chair typology within th...

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20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Brass

Aksel Bender Madsen for Fritz Hansen Set of Four Armchairs in Oak
Aksel Bender Madsen for Fritz Hansen Set of Four Armchairs in Oak

Aksel Bender Madsen for Fritz Hansen Set of Four Armchairs in Oak

By Fritz Hansen, Aksel Bender Madsen

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Aksel Bender Madsen for Fritz Hansen, set f four dining chairs, oak, black upholstery, Denmark, circa 1955 This set of four Danish dining chairs feature a blond oak frame that forms...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Rattan Pod Chair
Rattan Pod Chair

Rattan Pod Chair

Located in Grand Rapids, MI

USA, 1970s Rattan / wicker pod chair. Cute little accent. Smaller scale, great texture. CONDITION NOTES: Some looseness to the woven wicker parts. I a...

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1970s American Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Wicker, Rattan

Poul Kjærholm for E. Kold Christensen Pair of 'PK20' Lounge Chairs in Leather
Poul Kjærholm for E. Kold Christensen Pair of 'PK20' Lounge Chairs in Leather

Poul Kjærholm for E. Kold Christensen Pair of 'PK20' Lounge Chairs in Leather

By Poul Kjærholm, E. Kold Christensen

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Poul Kjærholm for E. Kold Christensen, pair of lounge chairs model 'PK20', leather, chrome-plated steel, Denmark, 1968 A highly modern design that embraces clear lines and curvaceous shapes. A cantilever chair is all about ease and comfort as it provides the characteristic bending function, and together with the high backrest and head cushion, a pleasant seating experience is guaranteed. Kjærholm used chrome-plated steel for the base and black leather for the seating, materials that fit within the modernistic aesthetics of this chair. Poul Kjærholm (1929-1980) was a Danish designer and cabinetmaker. He had a particular interest in different construction materials; especially steel which he considered a natural material with the same artistic fineness as other natural materials. Poul Kjaerholm was employed at Fritz Hansen for about a year, where he designed a number of noteworthy chair prototypes. In 1955 Poul Kjærholm initiated his collaboration with manufacturer Ejvind Kold Christensen, which lasted until Poul Kjærholm's death in 1980. In 1982, Fritz Hansen took over the production and sales of "The Kjærholm Collection", developed from 1951 to 1967, designs, which are logical to the minute detail with an aura of exclusivity. In 2007 Fritz Hansen added two new pieces to the Kjærholm Collection. Pieces that were never in production before, the PK8...

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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Magnus Olesen Stacking Armchair Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern, 1970s
Magnus Olesen Stacking Armchair Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern, 1970s

Magnus Olesen Stacking Armchair Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern, 1970s

Vintage armchair by Magnus Olesen, Denmark. Curved laminated oakwood design with light grey upholstery. Dimensions: 55 W x 48 D x 75 H cm. Chair of the 61 series, stackable laminated...

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Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Wool, Oak, Plywood

"Knoll" Armchairs by Jon Brunstad & Arne Velle, Norway 1955 - Sheepskin
"Knoll" Armchairs by Jon Brunstad & Arne Velle, Norway 1955 - Sheepskin

"Knoll" Armchairs by Jon Brunstad & Arne Velle, Norway 1955 - Sheepskin

Located in Stockholm, SE

A pair of armchairs of model "Knoll" designed by Jon Brunstad/ Arne Velle at Hjalmar Brunstad Fabrikker AS in Norway 1955. They are reupholstered with Sheepskin (moonlight) and is in...

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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood, Sheepskin

Calif-Asia, Low Chair, Rattan, USA, 1960s
Calif-Asia, Low Chair, Rattan, USA, 1960s

Calif-Asia, Low Chair, Rattan, USA, 1960s

Located in High Point, NC

A rattan chair designed and produced by Calif-Asia, USA, c. 1960s. Seat Height (inches): 3.5" All items ship from High Point, North Carolina.

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1960s American Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Frederik Sieck for Fritz Hansen Pair of Chairs
Frederik Sieck for Fritz Hansen Pair of Chairs

Frederik Sieck for Fritz Hansen Pair of Chairs

By Fritz Hansen, Frederik Sieck

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Frederik Sieck for Fritz Hansen, pair of chairs model 3200, skai, black lacquered wood, metal, Denmark, design 1962 This industrial pair of chairs was designed by the Swedish design...

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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Swedish Folk Art Chair ca 1821
Swedish Folk Art Chair ca 1821

Swedish Folk Art Chair ca 1821

Located in Farsta, SE

Swedish Folk Art Chair dated 1821 This exceptional folk art chair, crafted from pine wood in 1821, is 202 years old. The beautiful patina and various repairs over the years have ma...

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1820s Swedish Antique Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Pine

Knud Faerch Teak Cowhorn Chair 1950s
Knud Faerch Teak Cowhorn Chair 1950s

Knud Faerch Teak Cowhorn Chair 1950s

By Slagelse Mobelvaerk, Knud Faerch

Located in London, England

Knud Faerch - Cowhorn Chair, c1950s Produced in the 1950s by renowned cabinetmakers Slagelse Mobelvaerk in the town of Slagelse, Denmark. The Cowhorn armchair is one of Faerch's mos...

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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Teak

Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, Model Razoblade, Denmark, Oak
Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, Model Razoblade, Denmark, Oak

Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, Model Razoblade, Denmark, Oak

By Henning Kjærnulf

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Set of striking dining chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, made of oak and Sahara coloured lambskin. Refreshing design with bold Baroque coming together nicely with Mid-Century Modernism. ...

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2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Oak

Pair of Rare E66 Chairs by Alvar Aalto for Artek, Finland
Pair of Rare E66 Chairs by Alvar Aalto for Artek, Finland

Pair of Rare E66 Chairs by Alvar Aalto for Artek, Finland

By Alvar Aalto, Artek

Located in Karis, Nyland

A rare pair of Alvar Aalto model E66 chairs, designed in 1930s. Good vintage condition, patina consistent with age and use. The chairs are sold as a set. We can dismantle the chairs...

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Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Birch, Bentwood

The Chieftain Easy Chair in Leather and Rosewood by Finn Juhl, 1950s
The Chieftain Easy Chair in Leather and Rosewood by Finn Juhl, 1950s

The Chieftain Easy Chair in Leather and Rosewood by Finn Juhl, 1950s

By Finn Juhl

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

The Chieftain easy chair, designed by Finn Juhl and produced by master cabinetmaker Niels Vodder in Denmark in the early 1960s, stands as one of the most revered and iconic pieces in...

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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Pair Easy Chairs in Cane, Fabric & Rattan by Tove & Edvard Kindt-Larsen, 1930s
Pair Easy Chairs in Cane, Fabric & Rattan by Tove & Edvard Kindt-Larsen, 1930s

Pair Easy Chairs in Cane, Fabric & Rattan by Tove & Edvard Kindt-Larsen, 1930s

By Tove & Edvard Kindt-Larsen

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

This rare pair of easy chairs, designed by Tove and Edvard Kindt-Larsen and produced by Robert Wengler in Denmark during the 1930s, exemplifies the synthesis of modernist form and ar...

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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Cane, Rattan

Nordiska Kompaniet Side Chair, Swedish Modernism, 1959
Nordiska Kompaniet Side Chair, Swedish Modernism, 1959

Nordiska Kompaniet Side Chair, Swedish Modernism, 1959

By Nordiska Kompaniet

Located in Dronten, NL

A refined side chair by Nordiska Kompaniet (NK), the renowned Swedish manufacturer celebrated for its pivotal role in 20th-century Scandinavian design. Nordiska Kompaniet is best kn...

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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Bronze

Set of Four Model Domus Chairs, Ilmari Tapiovaara, 1950s
Set of Four Model Domus Chairs, Ilmari Tapiovaara, 1950s

Set of Four Model Domus Chairs, Ilmari Tapiovaara, 1950s

By Ilmari Tapiovaara

Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa

Set of four model Domus chairs, designed by Ilmari Tapiovaara, 1950s. Birch. The chairs are refinished. Good vintage condition, minor patina consistent with age and use. The chairs a...

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1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Birch

Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, Model Razorblade, Denmark, Oak
Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, Model Razorblade, Denmark, Oak

Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, Model Razorblade, Denmark, Oak

By Henning Kjærnulf

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Set of striking dining chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, made of oak and red boucle . Refreshing design with bold Baroque coming together nicely with Mid-Century Modernism. Model: Razorb...

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2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Oak, Bouclé

Clam Chair by Arnold Madsen, 1944
Clam Chair by Arnold Madsen, 1944

Clam Chair by Arnold Madsen, 1944

By Arnold Madsen

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

The Clam easy chair, designed by Arnold Madsen and produced by Madsen & Schubell in Denmark in 1944, represents a rare and exemplary piece of Scandinavian mid-century design. The...

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1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Lacquer, Wood

Arne Hovmand Olsen Black Leather Teak Chair
Arne Hovmand Olsen Black Leather Teak Chair

Arne Hovmand Olsen Black Leather Teak Chair

By Arne Hovmand-Olsen

Located in Houston, TX

Arne Hovmand-Olsen dining chair, teak, black leather, Denmark, 1960s

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Mid-19th Century Scandinavian Antique Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Teak

Four Danish Solid Brazilian Rosewood Dining Chairs
Four Danish Solid Brazilian Rosewood Dining Chairs

Four Danish Solid Brazilian Rosewood Dining Chairs

By Bruno Hansen

Located in Oakland, CA

Set of 4 Mid-Century rosewood dining chairs, 1958, Denmark. Handcrafted from solid Brazilian rosewood, the frames feature comfortable angled backrests and are upholstered in patinate...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Rosewood

Set of 12 Brutalist Chairs in Pine & Shearling Lambswool, Danish Modern, 1970s
Set of 12 Brutalist Chairs in Pine & Shearling Lambswool, Danish Modern, 1970s

Set of 12 Brutalist Chairs in Pine & Shearling Lambswool, Danish Modern, 1970s

By Glostrup Møbelfabrik, Rainer Daumiller

Located in Odense, DK

Set of 12 sculptural dining chairs in solid pine, reupholstered seats in a great quality lambswool. Made by Finsdahl Møbelfabrik, Denmark in the 1970s. These brutalist chairs have a ...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Wool, Wood, Pine, Lambskin

Series 7 Chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, 2001.
Series 7 Chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, 2001.

Series 7 Chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, 2001.

By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen

Located in Asaa, DK

Series 7 Chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, 2001. Arne Jacobsen stacking dining chairs Model 3107 with cognac leather removable upholstery. Model 3107 also know as series 7, B...

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Early 2000s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Bentwood

Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, Model Razorblade, Denmark, Oak
Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, Model Razorblade, Denmark, Oak

Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, Model Razorblade, Denmark, Oak

By Henning Kjærnulf

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Set of striking dining chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, made of oak and City Velvet reloaded from Chivasso . Refreshing design with bold Baroque coming together nicely with Mid-Century M...

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2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Mohair, Velvet, Oak

Set of 2 Easy Chairs in Beech and Sheepskin by Viggo Boesen, 1930s
Set of 2 Easy Chairs in Beech and Sheepskin by Viggo Boesen, 1930s

Set of 2 Easy Chairs in Beech and Sheepskin by Viggo Boesen, 1930s

By Viggo Boesen

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

This very rare pair of easy chairs was designed by Danish architect and designer Viggo Boesen and produced by Hos Wulff in Denmark during the 1930s. The chairs feature a stained beec...

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1930s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Sheepskin, Beech

Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, Model Razorblade, Denmark, Oak
Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, Model Razorblade, Denmark, Oak

Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, Model Razorblade, Denmark, Oak

By Henning Kjærnulf

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Set of striking dining chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, made of oak and HOLIDAY BIRILLINO sand/white fabric from C&C Milano Refreshing design with bold Baroque coming together nicely wit...

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2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Mohair, Velvet, Oak

Set of Four Mid Century The Chair Model Chairs After Wegner
Set of Four Mid Century The Chair Model Chairs After Wegner

Set of Four Mid Century The Chair Model Chairs After Wegner

By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner

Located in New York, NY

Set of four mid century dining chairs made in the style of Hans Werner's iconic design known as The Chair. These chairs are well crafted and well proportioned, they are from the peri...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Vintage Svan Signet Adjustable High Chair Junior Chair Scandinavian Modern
Vintage Svan Signet Adjustable High Chair Junior Chair Scandinavian Modern

Vintage Svan Signet Adjustable High Chair Junior Chair Scandinavian Modern

Located in Chula Vista, CA

For your consideration, a vintage Svan Signet Adjustable High Chair / Junior Chair. It is a highly customizable Scandinavian-style wooden seat designed to grow with a child from infa...

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1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Plywood

Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, Model Razorblade, Denmark, Oak
Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, Model Razorblade, Denmark, Oak

Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, Model Razorblade, Denmark, Oak

By Henning Kjærnulf

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Set of striking dining chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, made of oak and beige boucle. Refreshing design with bold Baroque coming together nicely with Mid-Century Modernism. Model: Razor...

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2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Oak

Finn Juhl "NV-45" Chair for Baker, 1950s
Finn Juhl "NV-45" Chair for Baker, 1950s

Finn Juhl "NV-45" Chair for Baker, 1950s

By Baker Furniture Company, Finn Juhl

Located in Coronado, CA

Walnut and wool "NV-45" lounge chair, designed by Finn Juhl and manufactured by Baker in the 1950s. The chair features a masterfully sculpted walnut frame with complimenting gray woo...

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1950s American Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Exceptional Swedish Folk Art Chair ca 1790
Exceptional Swedish Folk Art Chair ca 1790

Exceptional Swedish Folk Art Chair ca 1790

Located in Farsta, SE

Exceptional Swedish Folk Art Chair, ca1790 This chair is just love - like a sun with its intricate carvings and patina. It’s also a bit of a head-scratcher. Where is it from? Which...

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1790s Swedish Antique Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Pine

Contemporary Set of 4 Chairs 'Hippo' by Norr11, Light Smoked Oak, Velvet, Olive
Contemporary Set of 4 Chairs 'Hippo' by Norr11, Light Smoked Oak, Velvet, Olive

Contemporary Set of 4 Chairs 'Hippo' by Norr11, Light Smoked Oak, Velvet, Olive

By Kristian Sofus Hansen, Norr11, Tommy Hyldahl

Located in Paris, IDF

Hippo chairs x 4 Signed by Kristian Sofus Hansen and Tommy Hyldahl for Norr11. Model shown on the picture: Wood: Light smoked oak. Fabric: Brussels Velvet Olive Green 751. ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Oak

Vintage Teak Lounge Chair + Ottoman by Rolf Rastad + Adolf Relling for Westnofa
Vintage Teak Lounge Chair + Ottoman by Rolf Rastad + Adolf Relling for Westnofa

Vintage Teak Lounge Chair + Ottoman by Rolf Rastad + Adolf Relling for Westnofa

Vintage sculptural old growth teak lounge chair and ottoman by Rolf Rastad and Adolf Relling for Westnofa, circa 1960s. All original and in excellent condition. Original turquoise an...

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1960s Norwegian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Wool, Teak

Pair of chairs attributed to Carl Bergsten, Sweden, 1920s
Pair of chairs attributed to Carl Bergsten, Sweden, 1920s

Pair of chairs attributed to Carl Bergsten, Sweden, 1920s

By Carl Bergsten

Located in Stockholm, SE

Pair of 'Swedish Grace' chairs attributed to Carl Bergsten, Sweden, 1920s. Veneered with mahogany and jacaranda with intarsia decoration on the back. Newly upholstered with brown fab...

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1920s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany, Rosewood

Contemporary Set 'Mammoth', Chair + Ottoman, Light Smoked Oak, Barnum Bouclé 5
Contemporary Set 'Mammoth', Chair + Ottoman, Light Smoked Oak, Barnum Bouclé 5

Contemporary Set 'Mammoth', Chair + Ottoman, Light Smoked Oak, Barnum Bouclé 5

By Rune Krøjgaard, Norr11

Located in Paris, IDF

Mammoth chair + ottoman Signed by Rune Krøjgaard & Knut Bendik Humlevik for Norr11. Dimensions: - Chair: W 89 cm / D 87 cm / H 104 cm / SH 35,5 cm - Ottoman: W 61,5 cm / D 53 ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Oak

Modernist Mahogany and Horsehair Dining Chairs, Josef Frank, Sweden, 1940s
Modernist Mahogany and Horsehair Dining Chairs, Josef Frank, Sweden, 1940s

Modernist Mahogany and Horsehair Dining Chairs, Josef Frank, Sweden, 1940s

By Josef Frank, Svenskt Tenn

Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län

Set of ten dining chairs by Josef Frank, model #815, made from mahogany. Elegant, ribbed backs. Decor of brass nails around the corners of the seats. Original seats made from woven ...

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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

'Hippo' Chair by Norr11, Light Smoked Oak, Barnum Bouclé col.03
'Hippo' Chair by Norr11, Light Smoked Oak, Barnum Bouclé col.03

'Hippo' Chair by Norr11, Light Smoked Oak, Barnum Bouclé col.03

By Norr11, Kristian Sofus Hansen, Tommy Hyldahl

Located in Paris, IDF

Hippo chair. Signed by Kristian Sofus Hansen and Tommy Hyldahl for Norr11. Model shown on the picture: Wood: light smoked oak Fabric: Barnum Bouclé 03 Wood types available: natura...

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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Wool, Bouclé, Oak

Scandinavian Modern Rosewood Dining Chairs by Hans Brattrud, set of Six.
Scandinavian Modern Rosewood Dining Chairs by Hans Brattrud, set of Six.

Scandinavian Modern Rosewood Dining Chairs by Hans Brattrud, set of Six.

By Hove Möbler, Hans Brattrud

Located in London, GB

Scandinavian Modern Rosewood Dining Chairs by Hans Brattrud, Set of Six, 1958 A distinguished and rare collection of six Scandia Senior high‑back dining chairs, crafted in 1958 by Hans Brattrud for Hove Møbler, Norway. Celebrated as one of the most exceptional Scandinavian Modern designs from the post‑war era, the Scandia Senior strikes a balance between sculptural grace and refined ergonomic function. The elegantly bent rosewood slats mirror the shape of the human body, while a minimalist metal base provides stability without sacrificing lightness. These chairs have been expertly restored, repolished, and reupholstered by our team of skilled artisans to preserve their timeless authenticity and ready them for contemporary use. Museum Holdings & Accolades Hans Brattrud’s work—including the Scandia series—is represented in prominent national and international museum collections such as the National Museum of Art, Architecture and Design in Norway and The National Gallery of Australia. The Scandia series has garnered numerous accolades: in 1967, the Scandia Stackable (Junior) chair was awarded the Gold Medal at the International Arts and Crafts Fair in Munich and the “Award for Design Excellence” by the Norwegian Design Council. Later, the Scandia Senior received the Interior Innovation Award, Cologne 2006 and was nominated for The Design Award of the Federal Republic of Germany 2007. Listing Highlights • Designer: Hans Brattrud • Maker: Hove Møbler, Norway • Model: Scandia Senior (High-Back) • Date: 1958 • Materials: Rosewood, steel, upholstery • Condition: Fully restored, repolished, reupholstered Why These Chairs Stand Out • Complete set of six — exceptional rarity and visual impact • Sculptural, organic forms that blend comfort with aesthetic purity • Distinguished by museum collections and design awards • Recently featured in Architectural Digest within Sienna Miller...

Category

1950s Norwegian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, Model Razorblade, Denmark, Oak
Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, Model Razorblade, Denmark, Oak

Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, Model Razorblade, Denmark, Oak

By Henning Kjærnulf

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Set of striking dining chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, made of oak and original Dragør fabric as they were made originally with. Provided by Danish Art Weavery. Refreshing design with bold Baroque coming together nicely with Mid-Century Modernism. Model: Razorblade Made by Another Classic...

Category

2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Oak

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