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
$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
$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
$2,117Sale 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
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
$577Sale Price / item|20% Off
Scandinavian Design Børge Mogensen Modern Dining Chairs in Oak, 1960's
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Antwerp, BE
chairs in soap-treated oak with seats in leather. This model 3236 chair was designed by Børge Mogensen in
Leather, Oak
Mid-Century Scandinavian Rocking Chair, Wood, Modern Design, 1960s
Located in Linkebeek, BE
Mid-Century Scandinavian Rocking Chair - 1960s Vintage - Scandinavian - Mid-Century Measures
Wood
$1,347Sale 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
Set of 2 Vintage Chairs, Scandinavian Design, Norway, 1960s, Reupholstered
Located in Wrocław, Poland
This set of 2 chairs comes from Norway and was made around 1960s. The chairs are made of ash wood
Ash
Set of 6 Dining Chairs by Risto Halme for Isku, Scandinavian Design, 1960s
By Risto Halme
Located in Wrocław, Poland
This set of six vintage dining chairs was designed by Risto Halme in the 1960s. Produced by ISKU
Plywood
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
Midcentury Modern Scandinavian Design Office Chair by Dyrlund, Denmark 1960's
By Dyrlund
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage Midcentury Modern Scandinavian Design Office Chair by Dyrlund. Made in Denmark, 1960's
Aluminum
Vintage Ilmari Lappalainen For Asko Rocking Chair - Scandinavian 1960s Design
By Asko
Located in Montecalvoli, IT
Vintage Ilmari Lappalainen for Asko Rocking Chair - Scandinavian 1960s Design Discover the vintage
Wood
Scandinavian Teak Armchair in Wool, Mid-Century Modern Design, 1960s
Located in GORINCHEM, NL
Crafted with timeless Scandinavian design, this teak wood armchair is a statement of both elegance
Metal
$1,684 / set
Two teak chairs, Danish design, 1960s
Located in Chorzów, PL
Two teak chairs made in Denmark in the 1960s. The chairs have a beautiful backrest, the profiling
Cotton, Teak
Danish Design Rocking Chair Ilmari Tapiovaara Model Fanett Scandinavian, 1960s
By Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in Boven Leeuwen, NL
Mid-Century rocking chair by Ilmari Tapiovaara for the 60's. Made in Finland, very comfortable!.
Wood
Illum Wikkelsø - Leather Lounge Chair Danish Design, 1960s
By Illum Wikkelsø, Ryesberg Møbler
Located in Rosendahl, DE
Illum Wikkelsø - Leather Lounge Chair Danish Design, 1960s This distinctive lounge chair by Illum
Steel
$1,684 / set
Chairs, Danish design, 1960s
Located in Chorzów, PL
A set of chairs from Denmark was produced in the 1960s. The minimalist form of the chairs will fit
Rosewood
Danish Cabinetmaker Oakwood Lounge Chairs, 1960s, Scandinavian Modern
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Odense, DK
Wonderful set of lounge chairs by a Danish cabinetmaker in the 1960s. The chairs are executed in
Oak
Vintage Oak Stacking Chair by Carl-Ewert Ekström – 1960s Scandinavian Design
Located in Hannover, DE
– 1960s Only 1 available A beautifully restored mid-century oak chair designed by Swedish architect Carl
Oak
Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chair by Illum Wikkelsø, 1960s
By Niels Eilersen, Illum Wikkelsø
Located in London, GB
Scandinavian Modern rocking chair in ebonized wood model IW3 designed 1958 by Illum Wikkelsø.
Lacquer
Midcentury Rare Chair TON designed by Antonin Suman, Scandinavian Style, 1960s
By Finn Juhl, Antonín Šuman, Erik Kirkegaard
Located in Praha, CZ
- very rare type - confortable - the wood will be restored before shipping
Faux Leather, Wood
Pair of Midcentury Side Chairs in Rosewood by Sibast, Danish Design, 1960s
By Sibast, Helge Sibast
Located in Lejre, DK
Pair of side chairs in rosewood, designed by Helge Sibast and made by Sibast cabinetmakers. Great
Rosewood, Faux Leather
Scandinavian Modern, Lounge Chair, Carved Wood, Fabric, Denmark, 1960s
Located in Stamford, CT
Scandinavian Modern, Lounge or Arm Chair, Carved Wood, Fabric, Denmark, 1960s A heavily carved
Fabric, Wood
Arne Jacobsen Model 3107 Dining Chair, Leather, Danish Design, 1960s
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Arne Jacobsen dining chair new upholstered with walnut elegance aniline leather. Base of blakc
Leather
Chairs, Danish design, 1960s Design by Eric Buck.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Danish chairs from the 60s. The chair is a model 310 designed by Erik Buch. The shape of the chair
Leather, Teak
1960s Danish Design Henry Schubell Lounge Chair, Black Leather & Beech
By Ib Madsen and Acton Schubell
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Henry Schubell lounge chair upholstered with black leather. Frame of soap treated beech. Made by
Leather, Beech
1960s Mid century design rocking chair - Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
- sturdy and stable - original condition - wooden parts will be restored - small hole on textile,see the photos - suitable for a new upholstery or easy reapir jr
Metal
Arne Jacobsen Model 3107 Dining Chair, Leather, Danish Design, 1960s
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Arne Jacobsen dining chair new upholstered with nature leather. Base of chrome steel tube
Leather
Danish Mid-Century Lounge Chair, Designed by Bent Møller Jepsen, 1960s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Bent Møller Jepsen's iconic lounge chair originally named the "TV Chair" was designed in the 1950s
Wool, Teak
$2,706 / set
Set of 4 chairs, Danish design, 1960s.
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Chorzów, PL
Set of 4 chairs, Danish design, 1960s. Chairs designed by Kai Kristiansen for Korup Stolefabrik
Rosewood
Scandinavian Modern Hans J. Wegner Rocking Chair, Red Lacquer, 1960s, Denmark
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Odense, DK
Rare early rocking chair model J16 by Hans J. Wegner manufactured by FDB in the 1960s. This rare
Papercord, Beech, Lacquer
Easy chair 'Läckö' designed by Ingemar Thillmark for OPE Möbler, 1960s
By Ingemar Thillmark
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Easy chair designed by Ingemar Thillmark, model is called 'Läckö' and was produced by OPE Möbler
Leather, Beech
Danish Mid-Century Lounge Chair, Designed by Bent Møller Jepsen, 1960s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Bent Møller Jepsen's iconic lounge chair originally named the "TV Chair" was designed in the 1950s
Wool, Teak
Vintage Scandinavian functionalist lounge chair, Sweden, 1960s
Located in Forserum, SE
A functionalist lounge chair designed in the manner of Florence Knoll, produced by an unidentified
Steel
Vintage Scandinavian Shaker Chair in Beech and Leather Seat, Denmark, 1960s
By Shakers
Located in Odense, DK
Vintage Shaker-style ladder back chair by Danish cabinetmaker in the 1960s. The chairs is made from
Leather, Beech
1960s, Danish design by Aage Christiansen, model "Diplomat", lounge chair.
By Aage Christiansen
Located in Tarm, 82
1960s, Danish design by Aage Christiansen, model "Diplomat", for Eran Møbler. Set of lounge chair
Leather, Teak
Natural Teak Chairs, Danish design, 1960s After renovation.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Danish chairs manufactured in the 1960s. The minimalist design will work great in contemporary
Teak, Fabric
1960's Arne Wahl Iversen Easy Chairs by Komfort, Denmark
By Arne Wahl Iversen, Komfort
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair of easy chairs model no. 30 designed by Arne Wahl Iversen, manufactured by Komfort, Denmark
Upholstery, Wood
1960s, Danish design, set of 4 reupholstered dining chairs.
Located in Tarm, 82
1960s, Danish design. Set of 4 dining chairs. Reupholstered in black artificial leather, wood
Faux Leather, Beech, Oak, Teak
$1,222Sale Price|20% Off
1960s, Danish Design, Completely Reupholst Lounge Chair, Camira Furniture Wool
Located in Tarm, 82
60s, Danish design. Completely renovated, reupholstered small lounge chair. Quality furniture wool
Wool, Beech, Teak
Arne Jacobsen Egg Chair by Fritz Hansen, Leather, Danish Design, 1960s
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
is recognized by design lovers in all countries. It is the classical midcentury Scandinavian designer
Leather
Arne Jacobsen Egg Chair by Fritz Hansen, Black Leather, 1960s Design
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
famous chairs in the world and is recognized by design lovers in all countries. It is the classical
Leather
Arne Jacobsen Egg Chair by Fritz Hansen, Leather, Danish Design, 1960s
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
famous chairs in the world and is recognized by design lovers in all countries. It is the classical
Leather
Arne Jacobsen Swan Chair by Fritz Hansen, Black Leather, 1960s Design
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
upholstered. This iconic chair is one of the most famous chairs in the world and is recognized by design
Leather
$1,919Sale Price / set|20% Off
Set of Four Dining Room Chairs in Rosewood, of Danish Design, 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
This set of four dining room chairs embodies the essence of Danish design from the 1960s
Fabric, Rosewood
1960s, Danish design by Kurt Østervig, lounge chair model 55, leather, rosewood.
By Kurt Østervig, Centrum Møbler
Located in Tarm, 82
1960s, Danish design by Kurt Østervig. Lounge chair model 55. Black leather, rosewood legs
Leather, Rosewood
$2,312Sale Price / item|20% Off
1960's ILLUM WIKKELSO Teak & Leather Lounge Chair - Niels Eilersen, Denmark
By Illum Wikkelsø, Niels Eilersen
Located in Bern, CH
1960's ILLUM WIKKELSO Teak & Leather Lounge Chair. Beautifully constructed solid teak lounge chair
Leather, Teak
Arne Jacobsen Model 3107 Dining Chair, Black Leather, 1960s Design
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Arne Jacobsen dining chair new upholstered with black aniline leather. Base of powder coated
Chrome
1960s, set of 4 Danish dining chairs, design by Erik Buck, model 310.
By Erik Buch
Located in Tarm, 82
1960s, set of 4 Danish dining chairs. Design by Erik Buck, model 310. Reupholstered by
Leather, Teak
Set of Four MID century DEsign wooden Dining Chairs by TON - 1960s
By TON a.s.
Located in Praha, CZ
- 1960s, Czechoslovakia - Scandinavian design - restored - All four in good condition (see the
Wood
Set of Four MID century Design wooden Dining Chairs by TON - 1960s
By TON a.s.
Located in Praha, CZ
- 1960s, Czechoslovakia - Scandinavian design - restored - All four in good condition (see the
Wood
Pair of Stokke Lounge Chairs by Jens H. Quistgaard for Nissen Langaa, 1960s
By Jens Quistgaard, Dansk
Located in New York, NY
'Stokke' lounge chair by Jens Harald Quistgaard for Nissen Langaa, Denmark, designed and produced
Steel, Chrome
1960s, Danish design by Arne Vodder, set of 3 chairs, teak wood, leather.
By Arne Vodder, France & Daverkosen
Located in Tarm, 82
1960s, Danish design by Arne Vodder. Set of 3 side chairs. Solid teak wood, top quality beige
Leather, Teak
Set of Four Ilmari Tapiovaara Pirkka chairs, Laukaan Puu, Finland 1960s
By Ilmari Tapiovaara, Laukaan Puu
Located in Helsinki, FI
The iconic Pirkka chair was designed by Ilmari Tapiovaara in the mid-1950s and produced by Laukaan
Pine
$952Sale Price|20% Off
1960s, Danish Design, Curved Loungechair, Original Very Good Condition
Located in Tarm, 82
Danish desiged vintage lounge chair. Made in about 1960 by Danish furniture manufacturer. Original
Fabric, Beech
Pair of Model Nizza Chairs, Bengt Ruda, IKEA, 1960s
By Bengt Ruda, IKEA
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Pair of model Nizza chairs, design Bengt Ruda, manufactured by IKEA, 1960s. Teak frame, black
Leather, 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.
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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