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Folke Bensow, Cast Iron Garden Bench Nr. 3, Näfeqvarns Bruk, Sweden, 1920s
By Folke Bensow, Nafveqvarns Bruk
Located in Berlin, DE
cast iron and original pine wood. Perfect Nordic Classicism from the 1920.  
Category

Vintage 1920s Swedish Art Deco Benches

Materials

Iron

Parkbänk Nr. 3 by Folke Bensow for Näfveqvarns Bruk
By Folke Bensow, Nafveqvarns Bruk
Located in London, GB
. The design typifies Nordic Classicism, better known as Swedish Grace. Clearly taking inspiration from
Category

Vintage 1920s Swedish Neoclassical Benches

Materials

Iron

Gunnar Asplund GA9 Wall Light Mouthblown Opaque Glass, Designed in 1930´s
By Erik Gunnar Asplund
Located in Värnamo, SE
1940) was a Swedish architect, mostly known as a key representative of Nordic Classicism of the 1920s
Category

2010s Swedish Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Aluminum

Candelabra by Hilding Ekelund, Finland, 1926
By Another Human
Located in Espoo, FI
in Finland, from the Nordic Classicism of the 1920s to the Modernism of the 1970s. Ekelund's designs
Category

Vintage 1920s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Candelabras

Materials

Metal

Candelabra by Hilding Ekelund, Finland, 1926
Candelabra by Hilding Ekelund, Finland, 1926
H 22.05 in W 19.69 in D 9.45 in
A Pair of "GA9" Wall Lights by Erik Gunnar Asplund for ASEA, Sweden 1940s
By ASEA, Erik Gunnar Asplund
Located in Utrecht, NL
Nordic classicism of the 1920s. He studied architecture at the Royal Institute of Technology in
Category

Vintage 1940s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

Gunnar Asplund GA8 Pendant Lamp Mouthblown Opaque Glass, Designed in 1930´s
By Erik Gunnar Asplund
Located in Värnamo, SE
– 20 October 1940) was a Swedish architect, mostly known as a key representative of Nordic Classicism
Category

2010s Swedish Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Blown Glass

Gunnar Asplund GA5 Table Lamp, Designed in 1930´s
By Erik Gunnar Asplund
Located in Värnamo, SE
) was a Swedish architect, mostly known as a key representative of Nordic Classicism of the 1920s, and
Category

2010s Table Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Brass, Cut Steel

Gunnar Asplund GA15 Wall Light Mouthblown Opaque Glass, Designed in 1930´s
By Erik Gunnar Asplund
Located in Värnamo, SE
architect, mostly known as a key representative of Nordic Classicism of the 1920s, and during the last
Category

2010s Swedish Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Cut Steel

Gunnar Asplund GA6 Table Lamp, Designed in 1930's
By Erik Gunnar Asplund
Located in Värnamo, SE
a Swedish architect, mostly known as a key representative of Nordic Classicism of the 1920s, and
Category

2010s Swedish Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Cut Steel

Gunnar Asplund GA7 Pendant Lamp Mouthblown Opaque Glass, Designed in 1930´s
By Erik Gunnar Asplund
Located in Värnamo, SE
known as a key representative of Nordic Classicism of the 1920s, and during the last decade of his life
Category

2010s Swedish Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Gunnar Asplund GA3 Ceiling / Wall Mouthblown Opaque Glass, Designed in 1930´s
By Erik Gunnar Asplund
Located in Värnamo, SE
, mostly known as a key representative of Nordic Classicism of the 1920s, and during the last decade of his
Category

2010s Swedish Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

Gunnar Asplund GA2 Pendant Lamp Mouthblown Opaque Glass, Designed in 1930´s
By Erik Gunnar Asplund
Located in Värnamo, SE
known as a key representative of Nordic Classicism of the 1920s, and during the last decade of his life
Category

2010s Swedish Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Gunnar Asplund GA4 Wall Light, Designed in 1930´s
By Erik Gunnar Asplund
Located in Värnamo, SE
Swedish architect, mostly known as a key representative of Nordic Classicism of the 1920s, and during the
Category

2010s Swedish Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Aluminum, Brass

Gunnar Asplund GA1 Pendant Lamp Mouthblown Opaque Glass, Designed in 1930´s
By Erik Gunnar Asplund
Located in Värnamo, SE
architect, mostly known as a key representative of Nordic Classicism of the 1920s, and during the last
Category

2010s Swedish Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Handsome Mid-Century Modern Walnut Jens Risom Desk Table Mid-Century Modern
By Jens Risom
Located in Pemberton, NJ
from his father, Sven Risom, a member of the school of Nordic Classicism. Risom trained as a designer
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Antique Costume Print of Willands Härad in Sweden, c.1864
Located in Langweer, NL
eclectic style, combining the simplified style of Nordic Classicism with more National Romantic elements
Category

Antique 19th Century Prints

Materials

Paper

Gustaf Janson, Swedish Art Deco Centerpiece, Silvered Bronze and Ebony
Located in Stockholm, SE
architecture from the same period is usually called Nordic classicism. The concept: The term Swedish Grace was
Category

Vintage 1920s Swedish Art Deco Centerpieces

Materials

Bronze

AML 03, Cut Pile Round Rug, Norr Mälarstrand Collection
By Nordic Knots
Located in Floral Park, NY
of classicism and modernism. The rugs patterns are based on elements and colors from the building in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

Materials

Wool

AML 02, Cut Pile Rug, Norr Mälarstrand Collection
By Nordic Knots
Located in Floral Park, NY
of classicism and modernism. The rugs patterns are based on elements and colors from the building in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

Materials

Wool

AML 01, Cut Pile Rug, Norr Mälarstrand Collection
By Nordic Knots
Located in Floral Park, NY
of classicism and modernism. The rugs patterns are based on elements and colors from the building in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Erik Gunnar Asplund 501 Göteborg Chair by Cassina
By Cassina, Erik Gunnar Asplund
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
key representative of Nordic Classicism of the 1920s, and during the last decade of his life as a
Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Early model 83 birch dining table by Alvar Aalto, Finland, 1930s
By Huonekalu-Ja Rakennustyötedas Oy, Alvar Aalto
Located in Hägersten, SE
career, from the 1920s to the 1970s, is reflected in the styles of his work, ranging from Nordic
Category

Vintage 1930s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Birch

Set of Six Erik Gunnar Asplund 501 Göteborg Chair by Cassina
By Cassina, Erik Gunnar Asplund
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
key representative of Nordic Classicism of the 1920s, and during the last decade of his life as a
Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Erik Gunnar Asplund 501 Göteborg Chair by Cassina
By Cassina, Erik Gunnar Asplund
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
known as a key representative of Nordic Classicism of the 1920s, and during the last decade of his life
Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Set of Four Erik Gunnar Asplund 501 Göteborg Chair by Cassina
By Cassina, Erik Gunnar Asplund
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
known as a key representative of Nordic Classicism of the 1920s, and during the last decade of his life
Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Wall shelf in birch by Alvar Aalto, Artek Hedemora, Sweden 1946-1956
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Hägersten, SE
work, ranging from Nordic Classicism of the early work, to a rational International Style Modernism
Category

Vintage 1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Shelves

Materials

Birch

Modern Black Green Beige or White Nordic Loop Dining or Accent Chair Set of 2
By Qeeboo, Front Design
Located in Origgio (VA), IT
Loop chair, born from the original and recognizable magical and Nordic trait typical of the Front
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chairs

Materials

Plastic

Mid-Century Vintage Jens Risom Knoll Webbed Armchair
By Knoll, Jens Risom
Located in Baltimore, MD
Risom was born in Copenhagen in 1916, the son of a nationally renowned architect of the Nordic
Category

Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Maple

Large Opaline Glass and Brass Wall Lamps by Erik Gunnar Asplund, Sweden 1940s
By ASEA, Erik Gunnar Asplund
Located in Utrecht, NL
representative of Nordic Classicism of the 1920s, and during the last decade of his life as a major proponent of
Category

Vintage 1940s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

White Loop Padded Armchair, Made in Italy
By Front Design
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Loop chair, born from the original and recognizable magical and Nordic trait typical of the Front
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Plastic

White Loop Padded Armchair, Made in Italy
White Loop Padded Armchair, Made in Italy
H 33.08 in W 22.45 in D 20.48 in
Set of 2 Sage Green Loop Padded Armchair, Made in Italy
By Front Design
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
) Loop chair, born from the original and recognizable magical and Nordic trait typical of the Front. The
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Plastic

Sage Green Loop Padded Armchair, Made in Italy
By Front Design
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
) Loop chair, born from the original and recognizable magical and Nordic trait typical of the Front. The
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Plastic

Sage Green Loop Padded Armchair, Made in Italy
Sage Green Loop Padded Armchair, Made in Italy
H 33.08 in W 22.45 in D 20.48 in
Set of 2 White Loop Padded Armchairs, Made in Italy
By Front Design
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Nordic trait typical of the front. The loop, an elegant chair with armrests. The design is a succession
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Plastic

17th Century Guilloche Frame in Ebonized Finish Wood
Located in Milan, IT
appearance in the early Baroque, when the rigorous figures of classicism began to bend to freer forms: the
Category

Antique 17th Century Italian Picture Frames

Materials

Wood

17th Century Guilloche Frame in Ebonized Finish Wood
17th Century Guilloche Frame in Ebonized Finish Wood
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H 35.04 in W 31.11 in D 2.37 in
Cercle of Jacopo della Pila - Marble relief depicting a winged Cherub
Located in Bruxelles, BE
export throughout the Italian peninsula that type of "Florentine classicism" which, even in the 15th
Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Renaissance Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Marble

Important Kaj Gottlob brass one arm wall lamp, Fog Morup Denmark 1930's
By Kaj Gottlob
Located in Forest, BE
St Luke's Church in Århus (1926). But like his peers, he soon turned to Nordic Neoclassicism
Category

Vintage 1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Hand Painted Vase by Kupittaan Savi
By Kupittaan Savi
Located in Helsinki, FI
ornaments in monochrome brown glazing with a feel of Nordic Classicism and Art Deco. Kupittaan
Category

Vintage 1930s European Art Deco Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Hand Painted Vase by Kupittaan Savi
Hand Painted Vase by Kupittaan Savi
H 9.26 in W 7.09 in D 7.09 in
Nordic Classicism Stool, Sweden, 1920s
Located in Houston, TX
Swedish stool in the style of Nordic Classicism. Stockholm, Sweden, circa 1920s. Unknown
Category

Vintage 1920s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Stools

Materials

Birch

Folke Bensow, Cast Iron Garden Bench Nr. 3, Näfeqvarns Bruk, Sweden, 1920s
By Folke Bensow, Nafveqvarns Bruk
Located in Berlin, DE
cast iron an black painted wood. Perfect Nordic Classicism from the 1920.
Category

Vintage 1920s Swedish Art Deco Benches

Materials

Iron

Folke Bensow 1920s Cast Iron Garden Bench 'Parkbänk Nr.3' by Näfveqvarns Bruk
By Folke Bensow, Nafveqvarns Bruk
Located in London, GB
graceful lines the design is an example of Nordic Classicism better known as Swedish Grace. The original
Category

Early 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Iron

Vintage Alvar Aalto "A808" Floor Lamp in Brass Steel and Leather, Finland, 1955
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Copenhagen K, DK
. Aalto’s early works followed the tenets of Nordic Classicism, the predominant style at that time, but from
Category

Vintage 1950s Finnish Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass, Steel

AML 02, Cut Pile Rug, Norr Mälarstrand Collection
By Nordic Knots
Located in Floral Park, NY
of classicism and modernism. The rugs patterns are based on elements and colors from the building in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

Materials

Wool

AML 03, Cut Pile Round Rug, Norr Mälarstrand Collection
By Nordic Knots
Located in Floral Park, NY
of classicism and modernism. The rugs patterns are based on elements and colors from the building in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Scandinavian Modern Executive Desk in Walnut by Jens Risom for Risom Designs
By Jens Risom
Located in Topeka, KS
came by his talent naturally from his father, Sven Risom, a member of the school of Nordic Classicism
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks

Materials

Walnut

Erik Gunnar Asplund 501 Göteborg Chair by Cassina
By Erik Gunnar Asplund, Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
key representative of Nordic Classicism of the 1920s, and during the last decade of his life as a
Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Modernist Jens Risom Floating Executive Desk in Peruvian Walnut
By Jens Risom
Located in Buffalo, NY
of Nordic Classicism. Jens Risom was trained as a designer at the Copenhagen School of Industrial
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Stainless Steel

Daybed 710 in birch and zebra fabric by Alvar Aalto, Artek, 1935
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Hägersten, SE
to the 1970s, is reflected in the styles of his work, ranging from Nordic Classicism of the early
Category

Vintage 1930s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Daybeds

Materials

Wool, Birch

Pair of Two "Vostra" Easy Chairs by Jens Risom for Knoll, USA in 1941
By Knoll, Jens Risom
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Risom, a member of the school of Nordic Classicism. Jens Risom was trained as a designer at the
Category

Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Beech, Leather

Pair of 1920s Tiger Maple Swedish Grace Bookcases with Greek Key to the Frieze
Located in London, GB
looked back to classicism and their own Nordic traditions, and created an incredibly modern vernacular
Category

Early 20th Century Swedish Bookcases

Materials

Maple

In Stock in Los Angeles, Black Loop Padded Armchair, Made in Italy
By Front Design
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
In Stock in Los Angeles Loop chair, born from the original and recognizable magical and Nordic
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Plastic

Vintage Swedish Rug by Anna Greta Sjöqvist
By Anna-Greta Sjöqvist
Located in New York, NY
unique blend of modernism and classicism that is harmonious and packed full of Scandinavian charm
Category

20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

Materials

Wool

In Stock in Los Angeles, Black Loop Padded Armchair, Made in Italy
By Front Design
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
in Los Angeles Loop chair, born from the original and recognizable magical and Nordic trait typical
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Plastic

Ragnar Östman, Swedish Grace Armchairs, pair, Circa 1920, Origin Sweden
By Ragnar Östman
Located in New York, NY
and covered in original fabric. These are beautiful examples of Nordic Classicism.
Category

Early 20th Century Swedish Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Brass

"GA9" Wall Lights by Erik Gunnar Asplund for ASEA, Sweden 1940s
By ASEA, Erik Gunnar Asplund
Located in Utrecht, NL
representative of the Nordic classicism of the 1920s. He studied architecture at the Royal Institute of
Category

Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

"GA9" Wall Lights by Erik Gunnar Asplund for ASEA, Sweden 1940s
By ASEA, Erik Gunnar Asplund
Located in Utrecht, NL
representative of the Nordic classicism of the 1920s. He studied architecture at the Royal Institute of
Category

Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

Alvar Aalto Floor Lamp Angel Wing A805, Black Leather Brass White Metal, 1954
By Valaisinpaja Oy, Alvar Aalto
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
, from the 1920s-1970s, is reflected in the styles of his work, ranging from Nordic Classicism of the
Category

Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass, Metal

Marvelous Jens Risom Walnut Executive Credenza Mid-Century Modern
By Jens Risom
Located in Pemberton, NJ
and came by his talent naturally from his father, Sven Risom, a member of the school of Nordic
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

Midcentury Alvar Aalto Style Grey Formica and Wood Italian Dining Table, 1980s
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Roma, IT
reflected in the styles of his work, ranging from Nordic Classicism of the early work, to a rational
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Tables

Materials

Formica, Wood

Midcentury Artek Ivory Ceramic and Teak Service Table in Alvar Aalto Style 1970s
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Roma, IT
1920s to the 1970s, is reflected in the styles of his work, ranging from Nordic Classicism of the early
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Pottery

Materials

Ceramic, Teak

Rare Three-Seat Jens Risom Sofa for Knoll International, USA, 1950
By Knoll, Jens Risom
Located in Amsterdam, NL
, a member of the school of Nordic Classicism. Jens Risom was trained as a designer at the Copenhagen
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Walnut

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Nordic Classicism For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the nordic classicism you’re looking for. Frequently made of metal, wood and fabric, every nordic classicism was constructed with great care. There are 7 variations of the antique or vintage nordic classicism you’re looking for, while we also have 22 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without a nordic classicism — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. Each nordic classicism bearing modern, mid-century modern or Art Deco hallmarks is very popular. A well-made nordic classicism has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Erik Gunnar Asplund, Front Design and Cassina are consistently popular.

How Much is a Nordic Classicism?

A nordic classicism can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $1,511, while the lowest priced sells for $154 and the highest can go for as much as $15,620.