$592
H 5.99 in W 15.16 in D 13.19 in
Early 20th Century Scandinavian Filing Cabinet Solid Oak with Two Drawers
By Martin Nyrop
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Vintage Scandinavian filing cabinet made from solid oak with a dark patina. It's most likely made
Metal
Mid century Scandinavian oak filing cabinet
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Mid century Scandinavian oak filing cabinet circa 1950. Fine quality Swedish oak filing cabinet
Oak
Scandinavian Modern Teak Three-Drawer Rolling Filing Cabinet
Located in Germantown, MD
A Scandinavian Modern Teak Three-Drawer Rolling Filing Cabinet. Removable wheels. Measures 18" in
Teak
Danish Modern Rosewood file Cabinet on Casters
Located in San Diego, CA
Versatile rosewood file cabinet on casters very clean and nice condition circa 1980's a postmodern
Rosewood
Exceptional 20th Century Danish Mahogany Filing Cabinet
By Mogens Koch
Located in Allerum, SE
An exceptional early 20th century Danish filing / collectors cabinet from the 1930s, featuring an
Mahogany, Oak
Mid-Century Danish Modern Teak Two-Drawer Filing Cabinet
Located in Germantown, MD
A Mid-Century Danish Modern Teak Two-Drawer Filing Cabinet Measures 18.5" in width, 20.5" in depth
Teak
Mid-Century Danish Modern Teak Rolling and Locking Filing Cabinet
Located in Germantown, MD
A Mid-Century Danish Modern Teak rolling and Locking Two-Drawer File Cabinet. Dimensions: 23.75
Teak
Danish Modern Teak Tambour Door File Cabinet with Key 1970's
Located in San Diego, CA
Elegant versatyle tambour door file cabinet with key , great piece for a danish modern , mid
Teak
$18,953
H 59.45 in W 47.64 in D 18.9 in
Kaare Klint Mahogany Filing Cabinet With Sliding Doors By Rud. Rasmussen
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Kastrup, DK
. 4740 file cabinet, is celebrated for its minimalist yet elegant aesthetic, making it highly sought
Mahogany
$1,750
H 45.25 in W 19.5 in D 14.75 in
Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Tambour Fall Front Open Drawers File Cabinet
Located in Germantown, MD
A Danish Mid-Century Scandinavian Modern Fall Front Tambour Filing Cabinets featuring Three Open
Teak
$3,500 / set
H 45.25 in W 19.5 in D 14.75 in
Pair Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Tambour Fall Front Open Drawers File Cabinet
Located in Germantown, MD
A Pair of Danish Mid-Century Scandinavian Modern Fall Front Tambour Filing Cabinets featuring Two
Teak
$7,702
H 29.53 in W 35.44 in D 18.12 in
File Cabinet Attributed to Arne Vodder Produced by Vamo Sønderborg in Denmark
By Arne Vodder
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Very rare file cabinet attributed to Arne Vodder. Produced by Vamo Sønderborg in Denmark.
Oak, Teak
Midcentury File Cabinet in Teak, Danish Design, 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
File cabinet in teak and oak, designed and made in Denmark. Great original condition.
Brass
$1,125
H 59.85 in W 23.63 in D 15.75 in
Vintage Danish Teak Filing Cabinet with Tambour Door by Bjerringbro, 1960s.
By Bjerringbro Kontormøbler
Located in Asaa, DK
Vintage Danish Teak Filing Cabinet with Tambour Door by Bjerringbro, 1960s. Scandinavian Mid
Teak
$5,154
H 51.19 in W 26.97 in D 13.78 in
Midcentury Modern Filing Cabinet by Børge Mogensen, Sweden, 1960s
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Amazing, colorful filing cabinet by Børge Mogensen, made from oak. Drawers with different heights
Oak
$1,695 / set
H 29.75 in W 77.13 in D 14.88 in
Pair 1970s Danish Teak Tambour Door File Cabinets Chest of Drawers as Credenza
By Scandia Design
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Two separate units included, each with two tambour doors each units, these lock, two keys provided. One unit has wear, and tiny dents, and the other unit has stains, and some dark sc...
Teak
$4,850
H 30.5 in W 55.25 in D 43.5 in
Danish Modern "Eden" Partners Desk, Large Surface with Roll Top File Cabinets
By Magnussen and Claussen
Located in Kansas City, MO
file cabinets accessed on the desk surface. Two cubbies on the partners side. Expertly refinished.
Brass
MCM Teak Index Card File / Box
Located in San Diego, CA
MCM teak index card file box, circa 1970s. The box is in great vintage condition and measures: 5.5
Teak, Paper
$2,843 / set
H 34.26 in W 36.23 in D 18.31 in
Danish Modern Rosewood Cabinets by Bjerringbro Savværk, 1960s. Set of 2.
By Bjerringbro Kontormøbler
Located in Asaa, DK
Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern filing cabinets in Rosewood/palisander. Made in Denmark in the 1960s by
Rosewood
Danish Oak File Cabinet
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Oak Danish file cabinet, circa 1960s. Smooth operating tambour door rolls open to cubby with
Oak
Hans J. Wegner Flat File Cabinet
By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Hans J. Wegner Unik flat file cabinet made on special order by Johannes Hansen. Made in teak
Steel
Danish Mid-Century Modern Tambour Door Oak File Cabinet
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Oak Danish file cabinet, circa 1960's. Double bank tambour door file cabinet with adjustable
Oak
Rare Poul Kjærholm Flat File Cabinet by Rud Rasmussen
By Poul Kjærholm, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Poul Kjærholm. Rare flat file cabinet in solid Oregon pine. Original inventory from the School
Steel
Original 1950s oak archive cabinet
Located in Brescia, IT
Original Scandinavian filing cabinet with drawers. This beautiful office cabinet is distinguished
Oak
Mid century Scandinavian oak filing cabinet
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Mid century Scandinavian oak filing cabinet circa 1950. Fine quality Swedish oak filing cabinet
Brass
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Birch Filing Cabinet
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Fine piece of functional office furniture with the Scandinavian touch, circa 1950. 4 deep
Birch
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Birch Filing Cabinet
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Fine piece of functional office furniture with the Scandinavian touch, circa 1950. 4 deep
Birch
Sold
H 34 in W 39 in D 20 in
Scandinavian Modern Teak File Cabinet 2 Lateral Drawers by Jesper International
By Jesper International
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome vintage Scandinavian Modern teak file cabinet by Jesper International, Denmark with 2
Teak
Danish Teak Locking Tambour Door Filing / Jewelry Cabinet
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Danish Modern locking teak filing or jewelry cabinet with pull-up tambour door concealing ten
Teak
Danish File Cabinet in Oak 1950s / 1960s
Located in Handewitt, DE
Danish tambour door file cabinet with 15 drawers. Made in oak and drawers in birch wood. Prod
Birch, Oak
Tall Mid-Century Swedish Roll-Front File Cabinet
Located in Madrid, ES
Tall roll-front birch cabinet painted in black. Interior shelves and pull-out drawers. Lockable
Birch
Vintage Danish Modern Rosewood Filing Cabinet and Printer Stand
By Jens Risom
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Vintage Danish rosewood filing cabinet. The minimalist Danish Modern design allows this cabinet to
Rosewood
Dyrlund Rosewood Locking File Cabinet on Wheels with Key
By Dyrlund
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Dyrlund Rosewood Locking File cabinet on wheels. Bottom drawer is set up for hanging files
Rosewood
Midcentury File Cabinet in Mahogany with Tambour Doors, 1950s
Located in Lejre, DK
Cabinet in mahogni with tambour doors and brass shoes. Designed and made by a Danish cabinetmaker
Brass
Scandiline Danish Mid-Century Modern Office Teak Cabinet with File
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Only One cabinet is available Handsome 1960’s to 70’s Danish Modern teak drawer office cabinets
Teak
Danish Modern Teak Rare File Cabinet Box by Poul Hundevad
By Poul Hundevad
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful wood on this solid teak rare file cabinet box, designed by Poul Hundevad circa 1960s
Midcentury File Cabinet in Rosewood by Bodil Kjaer, 1960s
By E. Pedersen & Søn, Bodil Kjaer
Located in Lejre, DK
File cabinet in Rosewood, designed by Bodil Kjaer and made by E. Pedersen & Søn. Great original
Oak, Rosewood
Leif Jacobsen Rosewood Credenza or Filing Cabinet, Danish Modern
By Leif Jacobsen
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Leif Jacobsen rosewood credenza or filing cabinet, circa 1960.
Chrome
Sold
H 49.22 in W 30.71 in D 15.75 in
Danish Cabinetmaker Tambour Filing Cabinet in Teakwood, Illums, Copenhagen 1950s
By Hvidt & Mølgaard
Located in Odense, DK
Made in the 1950s by Danish cabinetmaker this beautiful cabinet features smooth front tambour door
Beech, Teak
Midcentury File Cabinet in Oregon Pine, Danish Design, 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
File cabinet in oregon pine, designed and made in Denmark. Great original condition.
Chrome
Sold
H 59.85 in W 23.63 in D 18.12 in
Vintage Danish Teak 14 Drawer Filing Cabinet with Tambour Door, 1960s.
By Bjerringbro Kontormøbler
Located in Asaa, DK
Vintage Danish Teak 14 Drawer Filing Cabinet with Tambour Door, 1960s. Scandinavian Mid-Century
Teak
Hadsten Rolling Solid Teak File Caninet
By Hadsten Traeindustri
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Hadsten Solid Teak Rolling File Cabinet. Tambour Door slides down to reveal a pull out hanging file
Teak
Danish Pine Filing Shelf 1940s
Located in Valby, 84
Rare Danish solid pine filing shelf made for the danish postal service in the 1940s. This filing
Pine
Sold
H 28.5 in W 62.88 in D 29.88 in
Excellent Sleek and Functional Arne Vodder Teak Desk with File Drawer
By Arne Vodder
Located in Hudson, NY
large file drawer on the other side.
Beech, Teak
Danish Modern Teak Desk and File Cabinet by Gorm Lindum
By Rolf Middelboe & Gorm Lindum
Located in San Antonio, TX
This Danish modern teak desk by Gorm Lindum is in overall good condition. Features a rolling file
Teak
Scandinavian Modern Teak File Cabinet
By Ole Wanscher, Finn Juhl, Arne Vodder
Located in New Windsor, NY
Two drawer with recessed brass pull Scandinavian Modern teak file cabinet. Deep bottom drawer for
Brass
Vintage Scandinavian Modern Teak 2 Drawer Lateral Locking File Cabinet
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome vintage Scandinavian Modern teak veneer lateral locking file or console cabinet with solid
Teak
Danish Modern Teak Filing Cabinet
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your consideration, a Danish modern teak filing cabinet. Denmark, circa 1960s.
Teak
Mid Century Teak File Cabinet Credenza
Located in Baltimore, MD
An exceptional teak file cabinet/credenza circa 1970's, made in Denmark. This absolutely stunning
Teak
Danish Tambour Door Filing Cabinet by Frej-Odense
By Frej-Odense
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A stately teak filing cabinet with two vertical tambour doors made by Frej-Odense. Each interior
Beech, Teak
Jasper Furniture Danish Modern Teak Lateral Locking Filing Cabinet
By Jasper Furniture Company
Located in Germantown, MD
A Jasper Furniture Danish Modern Teak Lateral Locking Filing Cabinet. Both drawers lock. Original
Teak
1960s Frej-Odense Danish Modern Storage Cabinet Flat File
Located in Washington, DC
Danish teak flat file and storage cabinet by Frej-Odense. Cabinet features two pull down tambour
Birch, Teak
Sold
H 28.5 in W 16.25 in D 22.25 in
Bent Silberg Danish Modern Teak Two-Drawer Rolling Filing Cabinet
By Bent Silberg Mobler
Located in Germantown, MD
Beautiful Bent Silberg Danish Modern Teak Two-Drawer Rolling Filing Cabinet with built in file
Teak
Sold
H 27 in W 19.75 in D 19.78 in
Jasper Furniture Danish Modern Teak Locking and Rolling Filing Cabinet
By Jasper Furniture Company
Located in Germantown, MD
Jasper Furniture Danish Modern Teak Locking Filing Cabinet. Working Key present on top drawer
Teak
1950s Danish Flat File Cabinet by Mogens Koch for Rud Rasmussen
By Rud Rasmussen, Mogens Koch
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A solid mahogany eight-drawer "flat file" cabinet with dovetailed joinery, on a plinth base.
Mahogany
Sold
H 26 in W 19.75 in D 23.5 in
Danish Modern Teak Versatile file Cabinet with Rosewood Handles on Casters
Located in San Diego, CA
Versatile teak and rosewood handles file cabinet on casters very clean and nice condition circa
Rosewood, Teak
Sold
H 30 in W 19.75 in D 14.75 in
Danish Modern Tambour Door File Cabinet with Multi Drawer and Lock Key
Located in San Diego, CA
Versatile file cabinet or artist cabinet in original finish teak with lock key, and tambour door
Teak
Mid-Century Filing Cabinet by Børge Mogensen, Sweden, 1960s
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Amazing, colorful filing cabinet by Børge Mogensen, made from oak. Drawers with different heights
Oak
Sold
H 33.13 in W 28.88 in D 17.13 in
Henning Korch Rosewood Danish Modern Jewelry Lingerie Chest Dresser Flat File
By Henning Korch
Located in Wayne, NJ
Henning Korch rosewood Campaign chest. Can have many uses. If you are in the New Jersey , New York City Metro Area , please contact us with your delivery zip code, as we may be able ...
Rosewood
Rare Scandinavian Architect's filing cabinet
Located in Scarsdale, NY
This magnificent cabinet was custom made for an architect. The drawers are removable. Function
Wood
Filing Cabinet by Illum Wikkelso
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in New York, NY
Vintage 1960s Illum Wikkelso Long Low Filing Cabinet This Vintage Filing Cabinet is solid, heavy
Stainless Steel
Sold
H 26.58 in W 14.77 in D 18.31 in
Mid Century Scandinavian Chest of drawers Filing cabinet bedside table, 70s
By Milo Baughman
Located in Leamington Spa, GB
Great Mid Century Modern chest of drawers. Mid-century, Scandinavian chest of drawers or storage
Ash, Walnut
Teak Tambour Door Flat File Storage Cabinet
Located in New Westminster, British Columbia
This super unique Danish Modern teak and teak veneer flat file storage unit is ideal for sorting
Birch, Teak
Mid-Century Modern Teak Filing Cabinet, circa 1960
Located in BOSTON, MA
An unusual small Mid-Century Modern teak filing cabinet with a tambour door revealing five drawers
Birch, Teak
Sold
H 29.75 in W 38.5 in D 14.75 in
Vintage Danish Tambour Door Dual Compartment Teak File Cabinet (A)
Located in San Francisco, CA
A vintage Danish dual compartment teak file cabinet with locking tambour doors. Very clean design
Brass
Sold
H 29.75 in W 38.5 in D 14.75 in
Vintage Danish Tambour Door Dual Compartment Teak File Cabinet (B)
Located in San Francisco, CA
A vintage Danish dual compartment teak file cabinet with locking tambour doors. Very clean design
Brass
Sold
H 29.13 in W 17.75 in D 15.88 in
1960s Frej-Odense Danish Modern Teak Flat Filing Cabinet with Tambour Door
Located in Sacramento, CA
1960s Danish modern teak flat filing cabinet by Frej-Odense. Cabinet features locking tambour door
Birch, Teak
Rare Poul Kjaerholm Flat File Cabinet by Rud Rasmussen
By Rud Rasmussen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Rare flat file cabinet by Poul Kjærholm in solid Oregon pine Original inventory from the School
Steel
Danish Teak File Cabinet
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Teak file cabinet, circa 1970's. Robust cabinet with sleek handles, 2 hanging file drawers and
Teak
1970s Danish Teak Wood Filing Cabinet
Located in Amherst, NH
Vintage 1970s Danish teak wood two drawer filing cabinet. The cabinet comes with the key and has
Teak
Danish Teak Double Bank Filing Cabinet
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Teak Danish tambour door filing cabinet, circa 1960's. Compact double bank cabinet with locking
Teak
1970s Teak Wood Two Drawer File Cabinet
Located in Amherst, NH
Vintage 1970s Danish teak wood two drawer filing cabinet. The drawers hold 12” size file folders
Teak
Danish Teak Tambour Flat Filing Cabinet by Frej-Odense, 1960s
By Frej-Odense
Located in Amherst, NH
Vintage Scandinavian Modern Danish teak tambour front flat file and storage cabinet by Frej-Odense
Teak
Danish Modern Teak Tambour File Cabinet, 1960s
Located in Vordingborg, DK
Danish modern teak tambour file cabinet. Front doors with handles in brass and 8 drawers. Drawers
Brass
Sold
H 29.75 in W 38.5 in D 14.75 in
Danish Tambour Front Dual Compartment Teak File Cabinet with Drawers, 1970s
Located in San Francisco, CA
A 1970s Danish modern dual compartment teak file cabinet with drawers and locking tambour doors
Brass
Sold
H 45.13 in W 33.38 in D 14.75 in
Danish Teak Tambour Front File Cabinet with Drawers, Early 1970s
Located in San Francisco, CA
An early 1970s Danish teak tambour front dual compartment file cabinet with drawers. Features
Brass
Bertu Counter Stools, White Oak Counter Stool, Chile Stool
By Bertu Furniture
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Bertu Counter Stools, White Oak Counter Stool, Chile Stool This White Oak Chile Counter Stool is beautifully constructed from solid wood in Ohio, USA. The stool is chunky and modern...
Wood, Oak
Early Steelcase Wood & Steel Four Drawer File Cabinet, Circa 1920
By Steelcase
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Early Steelcase veneered Wood Four Drawer Filing Cabinet. Room Divider. Featuring a refinished warm Brown and Chestnut grained veneered hardwood to top, and drawer fronts, with side ...
Steel, Brass
Teak Wall Mounted Storage Cabinet with Tambour Doors
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Teak Wall Mounted Storage Cabinet circa 1970 Manufacturer Stamp on the Back Unique floating wall mounted storage cabinets. Easily mounted. Teak with tambour sliding doors. Two stora...
Teak
$6,280 / set
H 24.01 in Dm 13.78 in
Pair of Constant Night Stands in Iroko Wood by Master Studio for Lemon
By Lemon
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Neatly proportioned with exceptional detailing, the constant nightstand is your perfect bedside partner. In our furniture making, the IDEA is to create special pieces that you can bu...
Hardwood
$2,380Sale Price|20% Off
H 51.58 in W 20.79 in D 16.19 in
Large Bank of French Art Deco Filing Drawers, circa 1930s
Located in Miami, FL
Large bank of French Art Deco filing drawers, circa 1930s. - solid oak drawers and frame - oak ply panels on the sides - geometric cup handles.
Oak
Vintage Wooden Flat File with 10 Drawers
Located in Oakville, CT
Vintage Blueprint / Map / Flat File Cabinet Overall Dimensions: 31 1/2" deep x 37 1/2" wide x 40" high Drawer Dimensions: 28" deep x 30" wide x 2 1/4" high *one drawer has a cente...
Metal
$16,400
H 78.75 in W 70.87 in D 27.56 in
Giuseppe Rivadossi for Officina Rivadossi Bedroom Divider Wardrobe Walnut
By Giuseppe Rivadossi, Officina Rivadossi
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Giuseppe Rivadossi for Officina Rivadossi, bedroom divider or wardrobe unit, walnut, glass Italy, 1980s This exceptional piece by Italian sculptor and designer Giuseppe Rivadossi is...
Glass, Walnut
3x File Cabinets, 1920s
Located in Neuss, NW
Classic file cabinet from the 1920s. Solid three-part oakwood corpus with each one drawer, The single parts can be combined or placed separately. Quality Features: very good workman...
Oak
$2,369 / set
H 24.41 in W 22.84 in D 13.78 in
Pair of 20th Century Wood French Art Deco Style Bedside Tables, 1950s
Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont
Beautiful pair of mid-20th century French bedside tables. Veneered furniture in mahogany, burl, ebonized wood and fruitwood of beautiful line and pleasant furnishings. Art Deco style...
Wood
$425
H 10.5 in W 33.5 in D 17 in
Lyon 24 Drawer Steel Metal Industrial Storage Tool Parts Cabinet Organizer (B)
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Lyon 24 Drawer Steel Metal Industrial Storage Tool Parts Cabinet Organizer (B). Item features steel construction, 24 small drawers, low narrow form, comes with a number of dr...
Steel
French Oak Apothecary Cabinet / Filing Cabinet, 1920/30s
Located in Nijmegen, NL
Very nice French oak filing cabinet with two small and three large drawers with brass hardware. It was very well made and in a good antique condition. The interior dimension of the d...
Oak
Mid Century Four Drawer Oak Filing Cabinet
Located in Germantown, MD
A Mid Century Four Drawer Oak Filing Cabinet. Keys ( 2) and lock present and functional. Measures 16" in with, 17" in depth and 50.5" in height.
Oak
Vintage Dutch Oak Apothecary / Filing Cabinet, 1930s
Located in Nijmegen, NL
This apothecary / filing cabinet was produced during the 1930s in the Netherlands. This piece features 12 large drawers with brass hardware. The interior dimensions of the drawers ar...
Oak
Vintage Industrial 5-Drawer Filing Cabinet in Wood and Metal
Located in Linkebeek, BE
Vintage industrial 5-drawer filing cabinet Industrial - Vintage furniture File cabinet Measures : 31.5x43.5 H:100cm Materials : Wood - Metal
Metal
Early 20th Century 4-Drawer Oak Filing Cabinet
Located in Germantown, MD
1920s oak panelized four drawer file cabinet. Heavy duty. Had been refinished and looks great with age patina. All drawers working smoothly. Deep enough for both legal and letter si...
Iron
Midcentury Black Walnut File Cabinet Hour Glass Pulls Finished Back
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Hard to find Mid-Century file cabinets in walnut with this styling, Two drawer cabinet that fits letter sized files. Finished back. Practical and visually appealing. Photos taken...
Metal
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.
Of all the vintage storage cabinets and antique case pieces that have become popular in modern interiors over the years, dressers, credenzas and cabinets have long been home staples, perfect for routine storage or protection of personal items.
In the mid-19th century, cabinetmakers would mimic styles originating in the Louis XIV, Louis XV and Louis XVI eras for their dressers, bookshelves and other structures, and, later, simpler, streamlined wood designs allowed these “case pieces” or “case goods” — any furnishing that is unupholstered and has some semblance of a storage component — to blend into the background of any interior.
Mid-century modern furniture enthusiasts will cite the tall modular wall units crafted in teak and other sought-after woods of the era by the likes of George Nelson, Poul Cadovius and Finn Juhl. For these highly customizable furnishings, designers of the day delivered an alternative to big, heavy bookcases by considering the use of space — and, in particular, walls — in new and innovative ways. Mid-century modern credenzas, which, long and low, evolved from tables that were built as early as the 14th century in Italy, typically have no legs or very short legs and have grown in popularity as an alluring storage option over time.
Although the name immediately invokes images of clothing, dressers were initially created in Europe for a much different purpose. This furnishing was initially a flat-surfaced, low-profile side table equipped with a few drawers — a common fixture used to dress and prepare meats in English kitchens throughout the Tudor period. The drawers served as perfect utensil storage. It wasn’t until the design made its way to North America that it became enlarged and equipped with enough space to hold clothing and cosmetics. The very history of case pieces is a testament to their versatility and well-earned place in any room.
In the spirit of positioning your case goods center stage, decluttering can now be design-minded.
A contemporary case piece with open shelving and painted wood details can prove functional as a storage unit as easily as it can a room divider. Alternatively, apothecary cabinets are charming case goods similar in size to early dressers or commodes but with uniquely sized shelving and (often numerous) drawers.
Whether you’re seeking a playful sideboard that features colored glass and metal details, an antique Italian hand-carved storage cabinet or a glass-door vitrine to store and show off your collectibles, there are options for you on 1stDibs.