Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
SCANDINAVIAN MODERN STYLE
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
- Emerged in the 1930s
- Scandinavian design and Nordic design originated primarily in Denmark, Sweden, Finland, Iceland and Norway
- Introduced in the United States in mid-20th century
- Informed by the Bauhaus; influenced American mid-century modernism
CHARACTERISTICS OF SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Bold, clean lines and simple, sturdy symmetries
- Use of natural materials — native woods such as pine, ash and beech
- Open, airy spaces
- Promotion of functionality
- Emphasis on craftsmanship; rooted in cabinetry profession and traditional construction techniques
- Minimal ornamentation (little to no embellishment)
- A neutral or light color palette owing to prominence of light woods
SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
- Alvar Aalto
- Hans Wegner
- Kaare Klint
- Arne Jacobsen
- Greta Magnusson Grossman
- Finn Juhl
- Arne Vodder
- Verner Panton
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.
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Style: Scandinavian Modern
Rare Scandinavian lounge chair 'Siesta' by Gustaf Hiort af Ornäs, Finland, 1950s
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
'Siesta' lounge chair designed by Gustaf Hiort af Ornäs. A bold organic design that still allures 70 years after its release in 1952.
This chair is an early production and comes wit...
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Danish Modern Cabinetmaker Lounge Chair Oak & Sheepskin, Denmark, 1940s
Located in Odense, DK
Scandinavian Modern lounge chair made in the 1940s by a Danish Cabinetmaker. Great dramatic angles and proportions with carved wooden armrests and legs made of solid oak showing grea...
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1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Oak
Rare safari lounge chairs by Ivar Opsvik, Bruksbo, Norway, 1970s
By Arne Norell, Bruksbo
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Very rare pair of safari lounge chairs designed by Ivar Opsvik and produced by Bruksbo, Norway, during the 1970s.
Made in beech with brown leather with beautiful details.
In the ...
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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Beech
Pair of Modern Tan Leather low sling Spanish style lounge chairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of Modern Leather low sling Spanish style lounge chairs in the style of Børge Mogensen. Thick tan leather and white stitching and brass...
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2010s Unknown Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Swedish Designer, Lounge Chairs, Oak, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of oak and floral-printed fabric lounge chairs designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Vintage fabric in fair to distressed condition, ideally reupholstered.
Overall Dime...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Pair of Mid Century Scandinavian modern Brown Oak Leather Lounge chairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful Pair of Mid Century Scandinavian modern Brown Leather lounge chairs with oak frames. Leather show nice patina w...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
Arne Norell Safari Chair, Model Scirocco
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Arne Norell safari chair. Original upholstered foam cushions with patinated leather.
Frame of rosewood.
Model Scirocco, made by Norell.
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Pair of Scandinavian Lounge Chairs in Original Mohair
Located in Oakland, CA
Pair of sculptural danish lounge chairs crafted with solid wood frames, covered in the original mohair over hand tied copper springs. The curved button-tufted back offers an excellen...
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Mohair
Pair of 1970’s Swedish Leather Lounge Chairs
Located in Turners Falls, MA
Pair of 1970’s lounge chairs. Made in Sweden. Sculptural high back chair with button tufted red leather.
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather
Mid Century Scandinavian Modern of Curved Arm lounge chair with White linen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Scandinavian Modern curved arm lounge chair with white linen upholstery. Beautiful design with birch blonde arms and frame. circa 1950. Made in Sweden. Located in Brooklyn NYC.
Chai...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
Alfred Christensen Danish 1940's Easy Low Back Chair with Grey Sheepskin
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Classic elegant very luxurious Danish low back lounge chair from 1940s by Alfred Christensen for Slagelse Mobelvaerk with open armrests in beautifully curved beech and grey sheepskin...
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1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Beech
1970 Bentwood Swivel Chair Model 'Convair' In Green Velvet by Oddmund Vad
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Beautiful Scandinavian Modern bentwood ' model Convair' swivel lounge chair by Oddmund Vad for VAD Trevarefabrik in Norway. Featuring a floating circular bentwood frame and floor sta...
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1970s Norwegian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Bentwood
Oak and Leather Lounge Chair with Ottoman
Located in München, DE
Wonderful and very comfortable Danish leather armchair from the 1960s.
Very nice design and high-quality workmanship.
The robust and very soft leather ensures a very comfortable seat...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
Scandinavian Modern Cantilever Slipper Lounge Chair in Teak and Beige Canvas
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Slipper lounge chair, teak, leather, canvas fabric, Scandinavia, 1970s
This slipper lounge chair originates from 1970s Scandinavia. The overall shape reads as a confident assembly ...
Category
1970s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Canvas, Teak
Swedish modern lounge chair by Sven Staaf, Sweden 1940s
Located in Hägersten, SE
Lounge chair attributed to Sven Staaf. Likely produced by Almgren & Staaf during the 1940-50s. Beige/grey wool fabric and beech legs. Great oversized back rest and overall beautiful ...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wool, Beech
Pair of Modern Tan Leather low sling Spanish style lounge chairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of Modern Leather low sling Spanish style lounge chairs in the style of Børge Mogensen. Thick tan leather and white stitching and brass...
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2010s Unknown Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
"Siesta" Chair in Original Condition, Igmar Relling for Westnofa, Norway, 1970's
Located in Deland, FL
Introducing an absolutely stunning "Siesta Chair" in rare 100% original, vintage condition.
The Siesta Chair has become one of the most recognizable and exalted Scandinavian furnit...
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1970s Norwegian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Beech
Lounge chair by John Bertil Häggström for IKEA, Sweden, 1970s
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Great lounge chair designed by John Bertil Häggström for IKEA, Sweden, during the 1970s.
Made in chrome with leather cushions.
Whole group available in our store with a three-seate...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Børge Mogensen Loungechair "Model 246" in Oak & Teakwood by Fredericia, 1957
Located in Odense, DK
Early and important chair by Børge Mogensen. The model 246 features rattan cane on seat and back and solid teakwood sledge base attached to the oak construction with finger joints. T...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Rattan, Oak, Teak
Mid Century Westnofa Chair and Ottoman
Located in New York, NY
Classic Scandinavian Mid Century Modern swivel, tilt lounge chair and ottoman, made in Norway by Westnofa, circa 1960's. The chair and ottoman are in very good, clean, ready to use c...
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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Bo Wretling for Otto Wretling Lounge Chair in Bicolor Purple Pierre Frey Mohair
By Otto Wretling, Bo Wretling
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Bo Wretling for Otto Wretling, lounge chair, Pierre Frey Teddy mohair, Umeå, Sweden, 1930s
Designed by Bo Wretling and produced in the Otto Wretling workshop, this rare lounge chair...
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1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
arly Pair Hans Wegner Queen Chairs by Johannes Hansen c.1960 / New Upholstery
Located in Handewitt, DE
A pair of early"Queen chairs" by Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen / AP Stolen 1960. Both of them completely reupholstered with fine Kvadrat Denmark fabric and cognac leather accents. ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
An Armchair, Upholstered in Pure Yellow Gold Mohair
Located in LEWES, GB
A modern lounge chair / armchair upholstered in a yellow gold, premium, soft, pure mohair fabric. Beech frames and sprung seats. Handmade in England. Also available in COM. The d...
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2010s British Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Mohair, Beech
A Lounge Chair / Armchair and Ottoman, Upholstered in Pure Ivory Alpaca
Located in LEWES, GB
A superb modern lounge chair / armchair and ottoman. Beech frame and sprung seat. Upholstered in a premium, soft, pure alpaca wool fabric with solid oak feet. Handmade in England....
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2010s British Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Alpaca, Beech, Oak
Pair of Grete Jalk Lounge Chairs Teak P Jeppesen Denmark Dedar 1960s
By Grete Jalk
Located in Basel, BS
Pair of lounge chairs designed by Grete Jalk for P. Jeppesen, made in Denmark in the early 1960s.
Solid teak frame, cleaned and refinished with oil. New cold foam cushions, upholste...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wool, Cotton, Teak
Erik Bertil Karlén, Swedish sheep skin lounge chair for Firma Rumsinteriör, 1940
Located in Uppsala, SE
Semi rare lounge chair by Eric Bertil Karlén for Firma Rumsinteriör, 1940s. Superb organic rounded shape that makes it very comfortable. New off-white sheepskin upholstery with natur...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Birch
Mid Century Folding Lounge Chair made in Yugoslavia after Wegner
Located in New York, NY
Classic mid century folding lounge chair, made in Yugoslavia, after the iconic Wegner design. The chair features a solid wood frame, with a woven cord backrest and seat. This example...
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Mid-20th Century Macedonian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Cord, Wood
Pair of Armchairs, Upholstered in Pure Yellow Gold Mohair
Located in LEWES, GB
A super pair of modern lounge chairs / armchairs. Beech frames and sprung seats. Newly upholstered in a yellow gold, premium, soft, pure mohair fabric. Handmade in England. Also ...
Category
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Mohair, Beech
Gösta Westerbergs, Lounge Chair, Beech, Leather, Sweden, 1954
Located in High Point, NC
A brown leather and beech lounge chair designed and produced by Gösta Westerbergs, Sweden, 1954.
Dimensions: 39” H x 27.375” W x 37.25” D
Seat height: 16.25”
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Beech
Finn Juhl Pair of Original Vintage NV-53 Chairs, c1950s
By Finn Juhl
Located in London, England
Finn Juhl - Pair of Rare NV-53 Lounge Chairs, 1953
One of Finn Juhl’s most rare and sought after designs. The NV-53 was produced by master cabinetmaker Niels Vodder, Juhl’s long-tim...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Mid-Century Modern Safari Lounge Chair by Ebbe & Karen Clemmensen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Very beautiful Safari Chair by Ebbe & Karen Clemmensen for Fritz Hansen designed in 1958 and produced in Denmark. The frame is made of ash and the seat is newly upholstered with a bl...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Ash
Custom Made Model 54 Mohair Velvet Lounge Chair
Located in London, England
Dagmar Design
Model 54 lounge chair
A custom made lounge chair developed and hand-made using the highest quality materials. The 54 chair is a contemporary update of an obscure desi...
Category
2010s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Beech
Peter Hvidt Orla Molgaard Style Classic Danish 1950s Medium Size Lounge Chair
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Beautiful lounge chair made in Denmark in the 1950s. The chair bear close resemblance to Peter Hvidt's designs for Fritz Hansen The chair is not marked similar to the vast majority ...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Mohair, Beech, Wool
Lounge Chair and Ottoman, Upholstered in Pure Alpaca
Located in LEWES, GB
A superb modern round arm armchair and ottoman. Handmade beech frames, sprung seat and newly upholstered in a premium, golden brown, soft, pure alpaca wool fabric with solid oak feet...
Category
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Alpaca, Beech, Oak
Pair of Danish Cabinetmaker Sheepskin Lounge Chairs c1940s
Located in London, England
Danish Cabinetmaker - Pair of Sheepskin Lounge Chairs, c1940s
A cabinetmaker produced pair of lounge chairs dating from c1940s in Denmark with wonderfully curved arms and thick, rou...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Oak
Scandinavian Vintage Lounge Chairs attributed to Frits Schlegel, Denmark, 1940s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pair of beautiful lounge chairs attributed to Frits Schlegel, in a neat and light design. Made from mahogany and very decorative rattan, puffy seats with white bouclé upholstery.
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Mahogany, Rattan
Pair of Georg Kofoed 1940s Sheepskin Lounge Chairs
By Georg Kofoed
Located in London, England
Georg Kofoed Sheepskin Lounge chair, circa 1940s.
Rarely seen and highly sought-after lounge chair from Danish master-cabinetmaker George Kofoed. The chair dates from the early 1940...
Category
Early 20th Century European Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Beech
1960s Lounge Chair by Leif Hansen for Kronen Denmark.
By Kronen, Leif Hansen
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
This elegant 1960s lounge chair by Leif Hansen, crafted by Kronen Denmark, exemplifies timeless Danish design. The chair features a beautifully sculpted frame with solid oak legs, of...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wool, Oak
Alvar Aalto 400 ‘Tank’ 1936 Armchair for Artek
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Tilburg, NL
Alvar Aalto 400 ‘Tank’ Armchair for Artek. Designed in 1936. New, current production.
As voluminous as it is comfortable, Armchair 400 was created b...
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21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Wood
Westnova - Ingmar Relling 'Siesta' Lounge Chair
Located in Bern, CH
Ingmar Relling 'Siesta' Lounge Chair. Bent plywood frame with sling black leather seat pads.
Designed by Ingmar Relling, 1965. Produced by Westnova, Norwa...
Category
Late 20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Bentwood
Mats Theselius for Källemo AB Limited Edition 'Järn Mocca' Lounge Chair
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Mats Theselius for Källemo AB, 'Järn/Mocca' lounge chair, suede, patinated iron, stained beech, Sweden, after 1994
This distinct 'Järn/Mocca' lounge chair is created by the Swedis...
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1990s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Iron
Vintage Rope Woven Lounge Chair in the style of Hans Wegner
Located in Antwerp, BE
Vintage rope woven lounge chair in the style of Hans Wegner gorgeous natural solid teak wood frame with rope seat and back. Excellent vintage condition minimal signs of wear. Chair b...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Rope, Oak
Scandinavian Lounge Chair Esko Pajamies “Pele” for Lepokalusto, Finland, 1970s
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
This lounge chair was manufactured by the Finnish furniture company, Lahden Lepokalusto Oy in the 1970s.
The “Pele” lounge chair by Finnish designe...
Category
1970s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Suede, Oak
Børge Mogensen, Model 2254 Lounge Chair, 1956
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wonderful lounge chair 'BM-2254/ Slædestolen' designed by Børge Mogensen in 1956 and produced by Fredericia Stolefabrik, Sweden, adjustable mahogany frame with original beige alcanta...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Upholstery, Mahogany
Brown Leather Lounge Chair 'Model Superstar" by Sigurd Ressell. 1970s
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Beautiful rare lounge chair model 'Superstar' designed by Sigurd Ressel and made by Trygg Mobler in Denmark.
These models were made in a limited edition.
Also famous under the name "...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
Danish Mid-Century Carved Oak Easy Chairs in Oak by Henry Kjaernulf, 1960's
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Very cool sought after pair of easy chairs by Danish Designer, Henning (Henry) Kjaernulf made from quarter-sawn white oak and hand carved in a brutalist style inspired to art & craf...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wool, Oak
Pair of Custom Made Sheepskin Karu Lounge Chairs
Located in London, England
Dagmar Design - Karu lounge chair
The Karu chair is a contemporary update of a classic design first produced in Finland by the Haimi Oy company in t...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Beech, Oak
Pair of 1930s Art Deco danish lounge chairs reupholstered in natural sheepskin.
By Fritz Hansen
Located in København K, 84
This solid, elegant pair of 1930s Danish lounge chairs represents the sophisticated influence of Art Deco on Danish cabinet-making during the early 20th century. Professionally resto...
Category
1930s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Beech, Sheepskin
Carl Malmsten Vintage 1950s Samspel Chairs in Moss Green Velvet
Located in London, England
Carl Malmsten - Samspel Lounge Chairs, 1950s
The Samspel chair is one of Swedish master Carl Malmsten's most well-loved and sought after designs. These examples were produced in the...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Beech, Velvet
Sling Chair Mod2 Leather, Arms Connected, Lounge Armchair Walnut + Olive Leather
Located in Bend, OR
This chair is exactly the same as our Classic sling chair with one exception: the arms connect to the back supports. This listing includes one chair.
This award-winning leather and wood sling chair...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Hardwood, Walnut
Ole Wanscher FD-160 Rosewood & Fabric Rocking Chair, 1960s
Located in London, England
Ole Wanscher - Model FD-160 Rocking Chair
This rarely seen high-back rocking chair by master-designer Ole Wanscher was produced by France & Daverkosen in Denmark in the early 1960s....
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Alvar Aalto, Lounge Chair, Birch, Cowhide, Finland, 1940
Located in High Point, NC
An early production moulded birch and cowhide "Tank" lounge chair designed by Alvar Aalto and produced by Huonekalu-ja Rakennustyötehdas Oy Turku, Finland, c. 1940.
Provenance: Henr...
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1940s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Cowhide, Birch
Pair of easy chairs by Grete Jalk for Glostrup Mobelfabrik, Denmark 1960s
Located in Ranst, VAN
Beautiful set of two easy chairs designed by Grete Jalk for Glostrup Mobelfabrik, Denmark 1960s. The easy chairs are named as 'model 218', have a teak frame and the original beige cu...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Teak
Cognac Leather Egg Chair, Mod. 3317 by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen
Located in Vienna, AT
This iconic swivelling lounge chair was designed by Arne Jacobsen 1958 for the SAS Royal Copenhagen Hotel in Denmark and is one of the most famous chairs in the world recognized by d...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Arne Norell Easy Chair, Sweden 1970s.
Located in Asaa, DK
Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Arne Norell Easy Chair, Sweden 1970s.
Safari Chair in green leather, stained beech and brass fittings model "Dickie". Designed by Arne Norell and man...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Beech
Odd Knutsen Luna Lounge Chairs by Hjellegjerde Mobler Norway 1970's 6 available
By Odd Knutsen
Located in New York, NY
Incredible lot of six vintage mid century Luna chairs designed by Odd Knutsen for Hjellegjerde Mobler circa 1970's, made in Norway. The chairs feature a leather sling seat, which is ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Danish modern Madsen & Schubell tan Leather Swivel Lounge chair with ottoman
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Danish modern Madsen & Schubell tan Leather Swivel Lounge chair with ottoman. Great Scandinavian designed chair and ottoman with tan leather cushions and suede backing with Oak cladd...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Suede, Oak
Elegant Pair of Lounge Chairs, Upholstered in Yellow Gold Pure Mohair
Located in LEWES, GB
An elegant pair of modern lounge chairs. Handmade in England. Beech frames, sprung seat and newly upholstered in a premium, soft, pure yellow gold mohair fabric. Fast shipping wo...
Category
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Alpaca, Beech, Oak
Pair of 1970s Esko Pajamies Lounge Chairs
Located in Turners Falls, MA
Pair of Esko Pajamies “Africa” chairs for Asko. Finland. Unique chairs made of oak, brown leather and wide canvas strapping. 1970’s
Delivery To NYC $425. Please inquire.
Category
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Canvas, Oak
Danish Mid Century Modern Poul Jensen Z Chair for Selig c. 1960's
By Selig, Poul Jensen
Located in New York, NY
Voguish architectural lounge chair by Poul Jensen for Selig, made in Denmark circa 1960's. This iconic chair features a dramatic solid teak frame, with loose cushion seat and back cu...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
Hans Wegner Model GE 375 Lounge Chair in California Sheepskin, Two Available
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
With gorgeous patinaed oak, custom California sheepskin cushions, and a finishing touch of beautiful leather for the headrest, this Hans Wegner lounge chair is incredible. And so com...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Sheepskin, Oak
Scandinavian Mid Century Lounge Chair in Sheepskin
Located in Karlstad, SE
High-back lounge chair manufactured in Denmark ca 1940.
This majestic chair surrounds you with its curved backrest and it is just as comfortable as i...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Wood
Ole Wanscher 1960s Rosewood Senator Lounge Chair with Leather Cushions
Located in London, England
Ole Wanscher - Senator Lounge Chair, c1960s
The Senator series of chair, sofa and rocking chair was produced as part of Wanscher's late career collaboration of more minimal and mode...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wool
Scandinavian Mid Century Lounge Chairs in Sheepskin
Located in Karlstad, SE
Low-back lounge chairs manufactured in Sweden ca 1940.
Cozy lounge chairs with exceptional proportions and design.
They have been reupholstered i...
Category
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Wood
Pair of Viggo Boesen Attributed Scandinavian Lounge Chairs in Oak and Sheepskin
By Viggo Boesen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Sumptuous pair of low, Scandinavian Modern lounge chairs in oak with rounded arms, canted rear legs, and deeply enveloping frames upholstered in camel/beige shearling sheepskin, attr...
Category
1940s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Oak
Arne Norell Ari Lounge Chair in Patinated Leather
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Low slung steel framed leather 'Ari' Lounge chair by Swedish designer Arne Norell from 1966.
This vintage lounge chair comes with original patinated leathe
The soft high gloss chrome...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
Göperts möbler, Lounge Chair, Pine, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A pine "Åre" lounge chair designed and produced by Göperts Möbler, Sweden, c. 1940s.
Seat height 15”
All upholstered furniture can be reupholstered upon request for an additional f...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Pine
Ryo Lounge Chairs in Sheepskin by Dagmar
Located in London, England
Dagmar - Custom-made Ryo Lounge Chair
The Ryo chair has been developed and produced at our workshops in London using the highest quality materials. The Ryo is a new edition of a des...
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2010s British Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Oak
Illum Wikkelsø Easy Chair In Teak and Oak for Søren Willadsen, Denmark 1950s
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Classic and rare easy chair in oak and teak for Soren Willladsen from the 1950's. Curved armrests in teak sweeping around the sides and back of the chair. Legs and frame made from so...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wool, Teak
Swedish Designer, Lounge Chairs, Velvet, Oak, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of pink velvet and oak lounge chairs designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1930s.
Vintage fabric with staining and sun-fading, ideally reupholstered.
Dimensions: 32” H x 29.75...
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1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Oak
Danish Midcentury Cocktail Lounge Chair, 1950's
By Ole Wanscher
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A very cool Danish slipper or cocktail chairs from the 1950s. Very comfortable and light weight and thus easy to move around when the situation and guests require extra seating. Wel...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wool, Beech
Folke Ohlsson Model 71-C Teak Lounge Chair w/ Ottoman for Dux
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precision. With over 17 years of artisanal exper...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Foam, Teak
Japan Chair by Finn Juhl for France & Daverkosen 1950's
Located in New York, NY
Mid-Century Danish Vintage Finn Juhl For France & Daverkosen Teak Japan Chair. Overall excellent vintage condition with age appropriate wear. Chair has been reupholstered with a tex...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Brass
Scandinavian Modern lounge chairs for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Scandinavian Modern lounge chairs for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage lounge chairs created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, tables, decorative objects and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, fabric and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Scandinavian Modern lounge chairs made in a specific country, there are Europe, Scandinavia, and Denmark pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original lounge chairs, popular names associated with this style include Hans J. Wegner, Fritz Hansen, Børge Mogensen, and Arne Jacobsen. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for lounge chairs differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $473 and tops out at $107,244 while the average work can sell for $5,453.
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