Scandinavian Modern Occasional Chest
Located in Minneapolis, MN
An adaptable small scale storage piece. designed and made in Sweden. Oak case with brass hardware.Two adjustable shelves on right side of case. Professional, skilled furniture resto...
Oak
$4,950
H 90.5 in W 50 in D 22 in
Early Scandinavian Pine Corner Cabinet Cupboard with Interior Domed Grotto
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Incredible large early bleached and natural pine corner cupboard having gorgeous domed interior grotto for display on the top half and two paneled doors below with storage inside. B...
Pine
$7,000
H 38.98 in W 20.48 in D 13 in
Early 1900s Scandinavian Folk Art Corner Cabinet by Martin Dørdal, Norway
Located in Skien, NO
a functional work of art, perfect for use as a kitchen cabinet, display shelf, or sculptural wall
Pine, Wood
$22,400Sale Price|20% Off
H 68.5 in W 31.5 in D 15 in
Tiger Cabinet - Custom Marble Cabinet - Tiger Design Modern Cabinet
Located in İnegöl, TR
Custom Marble Cabinet The Legend of Yan Baihu, in your home! More than 10,000 pieces of natural
Marble
Peter Hvidt Cabinet
By Peter Hvidt
Located in Turners Falls, MA
1960's cabinet designed by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen for Søborg Møbelfabrik. Two
Teak
Flora Cabinet, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Staffanstorp, SE
cabinet, one of the most celebrated expressions of Scandinavian modern design. Crafted in mahogany, the
Mahogany
$7,915 / item
H 32.68 in W 55.12 in D 14.18 in
Scandinavian Credenza, pine wood, Shingles, Limestone, contemporary
By Lukas Dahlén
Located in Visby, SE
Spåna S140-GD Pine wood credenza, in scandinavian contemporary style, made to order. Pine veneered
Pine
Danish Architects Cabinet
Located in Long Island City, NY
This exquisite cabinet was a custom production, with drawers and file inserts built to an
Brass
Rosewood Danish Cabinet, c. 1970
Located in Andes, NY
Mid 20th Century Danish Rosewood cabinet with two cabinet doors opening to interior shelving, and
Rosewood
Office Cabinet with Bookcase
Located in Brescia, IT
Vintage 1960s Scandinavian cabinet made of teak and oak. An original piece of furniture whose
Oak, Teak
$31,228
H 35.44 in W 57.49 in D 20.08 in
Scandinavian Functionalist Sideboard by Carl Malmsten, Sweden, 1930s
By Carl Malmsten
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Beautiful sideboard by Carl Malmsten, with elegant rosewood veneer, decorated around the edge and top with inlays of flowers and leaves in a lighter wood. Chunky feet with diagonal l...
Rosewood
$3,067
H 76 in W 44 in D 23 in
Vintage Teak Hutch Cabinet - 2-Piece Mid Century Display Cabinet w/ Glass Doors
Located in Rancho Cucamonga, CA
A clean-lined 1970s teak display cabinet, made in Indonesia by Ligna Furniture, featuring Danish
Glass, Wood
Antique Scandinavian Pine Cupboard
Located in Sheffield, MA
Wonderfully rustic pine cupboard. Can be used for linen, kitchen or where ever extra storage is
Pine
Cabinet Produced in Denmark
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare cabinet by unknown designer. Produced in Denmark.
Teak
White Painted Modern Side Cabinet
Located in Westwood, NJ
both stylish and practical. Perfect for any space, this cabinet complements modern coastal, mid
Wood
Vintage Danish Drylund Teak Cabinet
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
renowned maker Dyrlund is a masterwork of Scandinavian craftsmanship. The piece showcases the rich, honey
Glass, Teak
Swedish pine cabinet circa 1950.
By Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Hägersten-Liljeholmen, Stockholms län
Swedish cabinet with 14 drawers made in solid pine. Typical Folk art all hand crafted, good
Pine
Göran Malmvall cabinet, Sweden, 1950s
By Goran Malmvall
Located in Antwerpen, BE
A cabinet model 810, from the series Svensk Fur by Goran Malmvall for Karl Andersson & Soner. Pine
Pine
Rare Swedish Pine Cabinet, 1930s
By Otto Schulz
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare Swedish dark stained pine cabinet with beautiful patina. Produced in Sweden, late 1930s.
Pine
Swedish pine cabinet circa 1950
By Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Hägersten-Liljeholmen, Stockholms län
Axel Einar Hjorth style small cabinet made in solide pine with three open drawers. The pine has
Pine
Painted Danish Sliding Door Cabinet
Located in Chicago, IL
c. 1970s. Denmark. Two tone doors with full wood frame.
Wood
A Swedish Modern cabinet, Circa 1950s
Located in New York, NY
A Swedish Modern two door mahogany cabinet, Circa 1950s, with a clean design of a slightly
Mahogany
Borge Mogensen Rosewood China Cabinet c1950s
By Børge Mogensen
Located in London, England
Borge Mogensen - Model A 232 Cabinet Rarely seen rosewood version of Mogensen's iconic cabinet
Brass
Cabinet by unknown designer, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Elegant Scandinavian modern cabinet in a neat, well-balanced model, crafted in warm-toned wood with
Beech, Teak
Scandinavian-Style 4-Doors Closet
By Erbanisteria Roberto Gambella
Located in Milan, IT
Echoing the signature elegance of Scandinavian style, this low closet is marked by a conflict of
Wood
Cabinet, Åby Möbelfabrik, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Cabinet in the Swedish Grace style by an unknown designer, produced by Åby Möbelfabrik, Sweden
Beech, Teak, Burl
Svante Skogh cabinet, Sweden, 1960s
By Seffle Möbelfabrik, Svante Skogh
Located in Stockholm, SE
Produced by Seffle Möbelfabrik, Sweden, 1960s.
Glass
Mid century Danish modern Scandinavian white oak bookcase credenza
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid century Danish modern Scandinavian white oak bookcase credenza Danish Mid-Century Modern Oak
Oak
Hans Wegner Tall Rosewood Cabinet c1960s
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in London, England
Hans Wegner Tall Cabinet for RY Mobler. Exquisite tall cabinet with sliding doors and circular
Rosewood
Danish Rosewood Bedside Cabinets, circa 1960
Located in London, England
Danish cabinetmaker Bedside cabinets, circa 1960. Pair of rosewood bedside cabinets, produced
Rosewood
Alvar Aalto Cabinet 217 Artek 1950s
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Espoo, FI
Artek 217 cabinet with sliding doors, from 1950s by Alvar Aalto. In wonderful condition. The
Wood
Hansen & Guldborg Designed Rosewood Cabinets
By HG Furniture
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This exquisite pair of vintage modern cabinets feature a rich rosewood finish, beech interiors, and
Rosewood
Teak Shoe Cabinet by G.V. Møbler, 1960s
Located in Ranst, VAN
piece reflects the clean and practical elegance of Scandinavian mid-century design. The cabinet
Teak
Rosewood display cabinet/bookcase by Lyby Mobler, 1960
By Lyby Mobler
Located in MONTESSON, FR
This Rio rosewood display cabinet was produced by Lyby Møbler in the 1960s. This Scandinavian
Rosewood
Swedish Designer, Cabinet, Oak, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
An oak cabinet designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1930s.
Oak
Danish Designer, Cabinet, Pine, Denmark, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A pine cabinet designed and produced in Denmark, c. 1970s.
Pine
Borge Mogensen Oak China Cabinet c1950s
By C.M. Madsen, Børge Mogensen
Located in London, England
Borge Mogensen - Model A 232 Cabinet A stunning oak version of Mogensen's iconic cabinet design
Brass
Cabinet 'Ono' by Love Arbén, Sweden, 1990
By Love Arbén
Located in Stockholm, SE
Cabinet 'Ono' designed by Swedish architect Love Arbén in 1990. This striking cabinet is a bold
Metal
Swedish Designer, Cabinet, Pine, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A pine cabinet or counter designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1930s.
Pine
Cabinet by Ture Ryberg, 1940s Sweden.
By Ture Ryberg
Located in Allerum, SE
20th c, Swedish Modern cabinet by Ture Ryberg (1888 - 1961) in Jacaranda with brass inlays
Brass
Borge Mogensen Rosewood China Cabinet c1950s
By Børge Mogensen
Located in London, England
Borge Mogensen - Model A 232 Cabinet Rarely seen rosewood version of Mogensen's iconic cabinet
Brass
Aino Aalto Toy Cabinet for Artek Finland Original
By Artek, Alvar Aalto, Aino Aalto
Located in Espoo, FI
Artek toy cabinet, birch. In good used condition. Designer Aino Aalto.
Birch
Mid century Danish rosewood cabinet with sliding doors
By Carlo Jensen
Located in Liberty, NY
Beautiful mid century Danish rosewood cabinet or compact credenza, with sliding doors and inlaid
Rosewood
Rare Jonas Bohlin “Slottsbacken” Cabinet, Sweden, 1987
By Jonas Bohlin
Located in Stockholm, SE
Jonas Bohlin – “Slottsbacken” Cabinet, Källemo, Värnamo, Sweden, 1987. A rare and sought-after
Steel
Swedish 3 Door Cabinet - Nordens Flora Illustrations
By Svenskt Tenn, Josef Frank
Located in Stockholm, SE
A Swedish three-door sideboard or cabinet, circa 1950s. The cabinet features clean lines and a
Birch, Paper
1950s Danish Teak Tabour Doors Cabinet
Located in Handewitt, DE
Danish tambour doors teak cabinet with birch drawers and shelfes inside. (3 shelves included
Teak
Peter Hvidt & Orla Molgaard-Nielsen Teak Cabinets
By Hvidt & Mølgaard, Soborg Mobler
Located in San Francisco, CA
Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen design cabinets for Soborg Mobler, Denmark. Rare pair of solid
Teak
Cabinet Model "Lillbo" by Carl Malmsten, Sweden, 1960s
By Carl Malmsten
Located in Karlstad, SE
Elegant cabinet in walnut, model “Lillbo” designed by Carl Malmsten. The piece is raised on slender
Wood
$1,425Sale Price|20% Off
H 57.09 in W 54.34 in D 11.82 in
Mid century danish cabinet by Poul Hundevad, 1960s
By Poul Hundevad
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Solid teak cabinet designed by Poul Hundevad. Beautiful mid century piece with two sliding doors
Teak
Unique Lovö Cabinet by Axel-Einar Hjorth, 1930s
By Axel Einar Hjorth, NK (Nordiska Kompaniet)
Located in Stockholm, SE
Axel-Einar Hjorth – Bespoke Pine Cabinet, Produced by Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden, circa 1930s A
Iron
Rare Børge Mogensen Hardwood China Cabinet Model 232
By C.M. Madsen, Børge Mogensen
Located in Vienna, AT
Rare Børge Mogensen model A 232 cabinet produced by C. M. Madsen for FDB, Denmark 1950’s. This
Maple, Teak
Josef Frank Cabinet for Svenskt Tenn
By Josef Frank
Located in Pawtucket, RI
1940s. Cabinet features four doors concealing one adjustable shelf per compartment; four drawers, two of
Brass
Bar Cabinet Probably Produced in Denmark
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare bar cabinet by unknown designer. Probably produced in Denmark.
Brass
Cabinet in Birch and Lacquer by Otto Schulz, 1930s
By Otto Schulz
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
This rare and exceptional cabinet was designed by Otto Schulz and produced by Boet in Sweden during
Birch, Lacquer
Swedish Modern Kirke Nielsen "Rickard" Teak Cabinet
By Abrahamssons Möbelfabrik
Located in Kramfors, SE
Swedish modern teak cabinet ”Rickard” designed by Kirke Nielsen and made by Abrahamssons
Teak
Axel-Einar Hjorth 'Lovö' cabinet, Sweden, 1930s
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet), Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Stockholm, SE
Lovo cabinet by Axel-Einar Hjorth, produced by Nordiska Kompaniet, 1930s.
Iron
Palle Suenson, Two Part Wall Cabinet
By Palle Suenson
Located in San Francisco, CA
Palle Suenson, two part wall cabinet An extremely rare two part wall hanging cabinet by Danish
Mahogany, 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.
Although traditionally used in the bedroom to store garments that would not be hung in a closet, an antique or vintage cabinet can easily find a purpose in rooms throughout your entire house.
The world's first storage cabinets, reportedly constructed in Renaissance-era Europe, were demonstrative of excellence in carpentry and the work of master carvers. These robust bureaus or sophisticated chests of drawers were typically built from common woods, such as oak or walnut. Although they were fairly uniform in structure and lacked the bright colors of modern-day furniture, case pieces and storage cabinets that date from the 18th century and earlier were often found in the homes of nobility.
Their intricate carvings and various embellishments — adornments made from ivory, ornate lacquer work and, later, glass shelvings — reflect the elegance with which these decorative furnishings were associated. Given its valuable purpose and the beauty of the early furnishings' designs, the storage cabinet is an investment that will never go out of style.
The practical design that defines the earliest storage cabinets has inspired the creation of household must-haves, like minimalist drink trolleys and marble wood bookcases. From hiding outdoor gear in the mudroom to decluttering your kitchen with a tall kitchen pantry cabinet, these versatile furnishings have now become available in enough sizes, styles and colors to accommodate any space. After all, these aren't your run-of-the-mill filing cabinets.
A sophisticated storage cabinet — wood storage cabinets with doors and shelves, for example — can serve as a room divider when necessary, while the right vintage wall unit or floor-to-ceiling cabinetry solutions can seamlessly become part of any space without disrupting the energy of the room. And although you may hide items away in its drawers, bookworms might prefer a storage cabinet with open shelving for displaying favorite books or other media.
One-of-a-kind solutions for the modern consumer abound, but enthusiasts of understated, classical beauty may turn to Baroque-style storage cabinets. Elsewhere, admirers of mid-century modernism looking to make a statement with their case pieces will warm to the dark woods and clean lines of vintage storage cabinets by Paul McCobb, Florence Knoll or Edward Wormley.
Sometimes the best renovation is a reorganization. If you're ready to organize and elevate your space, a luxury storage cabinet is the addition you need.
Find a variety of vintage and antique storage cabinets on 1stDibs, including unique Art Deco storage cabinets, chinoiserie cabinets and more.