Suite of 6 Scandinavian Style Chairs, circa 1960
$2,224 / set
Suite of 6 Scandinavian Style Chairs, circa 1960
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
A suite of 6 Scandinavian style chairs, circa 1960.
Vintage 1960s European Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Beech
$2,224 / set
Suite of 6 Scandinavian Style Chairs, circa 1960
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
A suite of 6 Scandinavian style chairs, circa 1960.
Beech
A SCANDINAVIAN MODERN MODERNIST "Knockdown" CHAIR by YNGVE EKSTROM, Sweden, 1960
By Yngve Ekström
Located in PARIS, FR
An amazing chair with compass feet and a Plywood back, Modernist, Forme Libre, Dansk, Scandinave
Bronze
Lounge Chair, Scandinavia, 1960s
By Scandinavian Woodworks
Located in Tokyo, Tokyo
characteristic of Scandinavian modern design. The chair’s low, embracing profile and gentle curvature create an
Wood, Fabric
$2,164 / item
1960 Set of 10 Scandinavian dark teak chairs
By Erik Buch, Oddense Maskinsnedkeri
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Beautiful set of 10 Scandinavian chairs in dark teak, fully restored with fabric and high-end
Fabric, Wood, Teak
A pair of wingback chairs, Scandinavian, 1960/70s.
Located in Stockholm, SE
A pair of wingback chairs in oak, with soft green wool mix fabric. Country style, Scandinavian
Wood, Oak
Scandinavian pair of lounge chairs in teak and leather Westnofa Norway 1960
By Westnofa Furniture
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
1960. This unique set showcases the refined Scandinavian design language with flowing organic lines
Leather, Teak
$769Sale Price|20% Off
Midcentury Scandinavian Design Rope Side Chair, Sweden 1960's
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage Midcentury Modern Scandinavian Design Teak and Rope Side Chair. Made in Sweden, 1960's
Rope, Teak
$1,510Sale Price / set|20% Off
Scandinavian Design Pine Side Chair set, Sweden 1960's
By Rainer Daumiller
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage Midcentury Scandinavian Design Pine Side Chair set. Made in Sweden, 1960's period. In the
Pine
$2,400 / item
Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chair
Located in San Francisco, CA
Scandinavian Modern high back lounge chair, Denmark. Featuring sculptural teak arms with a relaxing
Upholstery, Teak
Scandinavian Rocking Chair
By Gemla, Karl-Axel Adolfsson
Located in Brescia, IT
Original 1960s white-painted wooden Isabella chair by Karl-Axel Adolfsson for Gemla Möbler. A
Fabric, Wood
$2,116Sale Price / set|20% Off
Scandinavian Design Spindle Back Lounge Chair Set, Denmark 1960's
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage Midcentury Modern Scandinavian Design Spindle Back Lounge Chair set. Made in Denmark, 1960
Beech
$1,803 / set
Scandinavian Set of Chairs
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Chairs in teak and faux leather.
Teak
$1,803 / set
Haga Fors Chairs Scandinavian Style
By Haga Fors
Located in bari, IT
Set of four lacquered chairs, typical Scandinavian production of the 1960s designer Haga Fors
Wood
$1,202Sale Price / set|20% Off
Scandinavian Country Style Design Red Side Chairs, Sweden 1960's
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage Scandinavian Country Style Design Red Lacquer and Rope Side Chair set of 2. Made in Sweden
Rope, Beech
Midcentury Modern Scandinavian Design Rocking Chair, Sweden 1960's
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage Midcentury Modern Scandinavian Design Rocking Chair. Made in Sweden, 1960's / 70's period
Wool, Beech
Pair of c. 1960's Scandinavian leather lounge chairs
By Ingmar Relling
Located in Turku, Varsinais-Suomi
Experience the timeless elegance of Scandinavian design with this exquisite pair of c. 1960's
Steel
$10,000 / set
Scandinavian Rush Seat Side Chairs
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Set of four Scandinavian splay leg dining side chairs with curved backs, beechwood frame and new
Beech, Rush
Cognac Leather PK 22 Poul Kjaerholm Lounge Chair, Scandinavian Modern, 1960's
By E. Kold Christensen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in Antwerp, BE
Cognac leather PK 22 Poul Kjaerholm lounge chair, Scandinavian Modern, 1960's While his mid
Steel
Pair Midcentury Modern 1960's Scandinavian Lounge Chairs
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian lounge/reclining chairs with new upholstery. Very unique
Wood
Set of Scandinavian Black Rope Chair, 1960s
Located in Andrézieux-Bouthéon, FR
Set of Scandinavian Black Rope Chair, 1960s Vintage Design Series 10 Scandinavian Full Black
Straw, Wood
Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs in Oak & Leather by Hans J. Wegner, 1960
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Odense, DK
Amazing set of lounge chairs model GE-375 by Hans J. Wegner. Manufactured in the 1960s by GETAMA in
Leather, Oak
Scandinavian Design 'Eva' Easy Chair by Bruno Mathsson, Sweden 1960's
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage Midcentury Modern Scandinavian Design 'EVA' Easy Chair by Bruno Mathsson. Made in Sweden
Leather, Beech, Bentwood
Danish Modern Teak Dining Chairs Mid Century Scandinavian Chairs, Set of 4 1960
Located in Weehawken, NJ
Set of four Danish Mid Century Modern dining chairs, c. 1960’s featuring warm solid teak frames
Teak
Set of 4 Scandinavian Mid Century Dining Chairs, Denmark 60s
Located in Lucija, SI
Set of four scandinavian modern dining chairs Made in Denmark in the 60s Reupholstered
Faux Leather, Palisander
4 Scandinavian Mid century Pine and Seagrass Chairs
By Goran Malmvall, Carl Malmsten, Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Boven Leeuwen, NL
Beautiful chairs from the 60s made of solid oak with a twisted seagrass woven seat. Fit perfectly
Seagrass, Pine
Danish Chairs Niels Kofoed Scandinavian Rosewood Dinning Armchairs Design
By Niels Koefoed
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Rare suites of seven chairs with armrests, model "liz" by Danish designer Niels Kofoed. Rosewood
Leather, Rosewood
Olli Mannermaa Kilta Chairs Elephant Hide Grey Scandinavian Mid Century Modern
By Olli Mannermaa, Martela Oy
Located in Dronten, NL
This elegant Kilta chair was designed by Finland designer Olli Mannermaa for Martela. The Kilta
Steel
$1,503 / set
Mid century scandinavian dining chairs, 1960s
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Gorgeous scandinavian dining chairs in the manner of Tapiovaara. These spindle chairs have a very
Teak
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Chair in Rosewood by Kai Lyngfeldt-Larsen
By Søren Willadsen, Kai Lyngfeldt Larsen
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mid-Century Modern scandinavian chair in rosewood by Kai Lyngfeldt-Larsen for Søren Willadsen
Leather, Rosewood
Scandinavian Modern Danish Lounge Chair Ox-Chair By Fredericia Møbler
By Fredericia Stolefabrik
Located in Vienna, AT
Midcentuy danish wingback or ox armchair standing on tapered teak legs. Desingned and manufactured in the 1950s by Fredricia Stolefabrik. Excelent new wool upholstery.
Wool, Upholstery, Teak
Suite of 4 Scandinavian rosewood chairs by Niels Koefoed
By Niels Koefoed
Located in MONTESSON, FR
This suite of four Scandinavian rosewood chairs is a design by Niels Koefoed published by Koefoeds
Rosewood
Vintage Scandinavian Walnut Longue Chair 1960s
Located in Čelinac, BA
Scandinavian Walnut Longue Chair 1960s
Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Set of 4 Chairs by Aksel Bender Madsen
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian set of 4 chairs by Aksel Bender Madsen. Newly upholstered with
Teak
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Set of 4 Rosewood Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mid-Century Modern scandinavian set of 4 rosewood chairs by Henning Kjærnulf. Seat in original
Leather, Rosewood
Scandinavian rocking chair from the 1960s
Located in MONTESSON, FR
This Scandinavian rocking chair dates from the 1960s. The frame is made of wood and the seat of
Straw, Wood
Arne Vodder Teak Dining Chairs Model 422 Denmark 1960
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
mobler, Denmark 1960. These dining chairs have a high spine back which is very nicely crafted in a way
Upholstery, Teak
$3,156Sale Price / set|20% Off
Set of four 1960's Scandinavian Edvin Helseth Trybo series pine dining chairs
By Edvin Helseth
Located in Liberty, NY
Fantastic and rare set of four Scandinavian brutalist pine chairs designed by Edvin Helseth
Pine
$1,245Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Mid-Century Scandinavian Modern Oak Executive Chair in Alcantara Fabric
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
Scandinavian design from the Mid-Century Modern era. The chair will find its place in the office space thanks
Textile, Oak
1960s, scandinavian design, swivel chair, original condition, artificial leather
Located in Tarm, 82
1960s, scandinavian design. Swivel chair in original good condition: no smells, no stains, signs of
Aluminum
Scandinavian Design Lounge Chairs by Eric Merthen for Ire Möbler, Sweden 1960's
By Eric Merthen
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage Midcentury Modern Scandinavian Design Lounge Chair set by Eric Merthen for Ire Möbler. Made
Leather, Teak
Pair of Roland Wilhelmsson Scandinavian Pine Low Chairs, 1960s Sweden
By Roland Wilhelmsson
Located in Aartselaar, BE
A charming pair of Scandinavian low chairs in solid pine, attributed to Roland Wilhelmsson, Sweden
Wood, Pine
Scandinavian Mid Century Modern Lounge Chair by Alf Svensson
By Ljungs Industrier Sweden, Alf Svensson
Located in Dronten, NL
Lounge chair model Contour-Set 327 by Alf Svensson for Ljungs Industrier AB, Sweden. Adjustable in
Wool, Oak
Harry Ostergaard pair of dining chairs rosewood Randers Denmark 1960
By Harry Østergaard, Randers Møbelfabrik
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
Refined pair of dining chairs designed by Harry Østergaard and produced by Randers Møbelfabrik
Leather, Rosewood
1960s, Scandinavian rocking chair, furniture velour, dark beech wood.
Located in Tarm, 82
furniture maker in about 1960-65s. Original Scandinavian vintage design directly from Denmark. The chair was
Velvet, Beech
1960s, Scandinavian "Safari" lounge chair, original condition, leather, beech.
Located in Tarm, 82
1960s, Scandinavian "Safari" lounge chair in original good condition: no smells and no stains
Leather, Beech
Scandinavian Wingback Chair from Denmark
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A highly expressive and well scaled upholstered wingback chair having sculpted knuckled arms and an
Oak, Upholstery
$1,346Sale Price / set|30% Off
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Design Teak Dining Chair Set, 1960's
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Design Teak Dining Chair set of 6, made in Denmark, in the
Fabric, Teak
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Set of 6 Chairs in Rosewood
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian set of 6 chairs in rosewood. New upholstery in Kvadrat fabric
Rosewood
Scandinavian Teak Highback Lounge Chair by Arnt Lande for Stokke, Norway, 1960's
Located in Deland, FL
is the perfect example Scandinavian design in the 1960's. Sleek elegant lines with exceptional wood
Fabric
$1,120Sale Price|41% Off
Mid-Century Scandinavian DUX Lounge Chair
By Dux of Sweden
Located in Pasadena, TX
A Mid-Century Modern lounge chair made in Sweden by DUX with the original upholstery. Some fading
Fabric, Teak
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Pair of Mademoiselle Chair by Tapiovaara
By Asko
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian pair of Mademoiselle chair by Tapiovaara. Asko edition.
Beech
$577Sale Price / item|20% Off
Scandinavian Design Børge Mogensen Modern Dining Chairs in Oak, 1960's
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Antwerp, BE
Scandinavian modern, Børge Mogensen, Fredericia Stølefabrik, Denmark, 1956. Danish modern dining
Leather, Oak
$2,400Sale Price / set|20% Off
Set of 4 Vintage Midcentury Scandinavian Modern Oak Wood & Vinyl Dining Chairs
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This set of four dining chairs was produced during the 1960s by the Danish manufactory Sax
Faux Leather, Oak
Scandinavian Danish black leather Safari sling lounge chair with ottoman
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Scandinavian Modernist safari chair with a teak frame featuring sculpted arms straight rounded
Leather, Teak
Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs by Georg Thams, Model 64/1
By Georg Thams
Located in San Francisco, CA
Scandanavian Modern pair of lounge chairs designed by Georg Thams, Model 64/1. Classic modern
Upholstery, Rosewood
Harlequin set of 8 scandinavian modern lounge chairs
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Collection of 8 scandinavian lounge chairs from the 1960's. Some slight variations in sizes but
Fabric, Beech
Arne Norell Merkur Lounge Chair, Sweden, 1960
By Arne Norell
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden, 1960. The chair has very nice olive green tufted leather cushions with solid
Leather, Ash
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.
With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.
Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.
Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.
The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.
Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.
With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.
Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.
No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.
You know the designs, now get the stories about how they came to be.
If anyone is brave, humble and adept enough to recolor these mid-century masterpieces, it’s Ilse Crawford. Here, she gives us the details on her five earthy paint choices and tells us how she feels about design collaborations.
In an innovative display, the Designmuseum Danmark is permanently exhibiting the 20th century's most iconic seats.
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