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Pair of Scandinavian Mid-Century Benches in Teak
Located in Karis, Nyland
Pair of unique handmade benches made out of teak. Quite possibly made in Denmark in the 1950s
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Teak

Pair of Scandinavian Mid-Century Benches in Teak
Pair of Scandinavian Mid-Century Benches in Teak
$2,552 / set
H 16.54 in W 30.32 in D 12.8 in
Beech and Teak Wooden Bench, Europe Mid-20th Century
Located in Utrecht, NL
The ‘pin sofa’, or stick sofa, is among the most recognisable models of Scandinavian mid-century
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Beech, Teak

Beech and Teak Wooden Bench, Europe Mid-20th Century
Beech and Teak Wooden Bench, Europe Mid-20th Century
$4,400
H 31.11 in W 44.49 in D 19.49 in
Mid Century Scandinavian Modern Teak Bench
Located in Houston, TX
Mid Century Scandinavian Modern Teak Bench. This stunning modernist teak bench has been
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Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Chenille, Teak

Mid Century Scandinavian Modern Teak Bench
Mid Century Scandinavian Modern Teak Bench
$2,650
H 18.5 in W 50.5 in D 14.25 in
1950/60s Teak Hallway Bench, Scandinavian Mid-century Modern Design
Located in Skien, NO
**Elegant Norwegian / Danish / Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern design Telephone Table + bench
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Teak, Leather, Beech, Pine

Mid-Century Scandinavian Teak and Brass Bench Stool, Denmark 1960
Located in Saarbruecken, DE
Mid-Century Teak bench stool Denmark 1960 solid and stable metal base. brass details.
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Metal, Brass

Mid-Century Scandinavian Metal, Brass and Teak Bench Console, Denmark, 1960s
Located in Saarbruecken, DE
Mid-Century metal frame and teak bench console, Denmark 1960s. Brass details.
Category

Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Metal, Brass

Scandinavian Pine Bench
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Scandinavian Pine Bench
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Vintage 1970s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Pine

Scandinavian Pine Bench
Scandinavian Pine Bench
$2,450
H 14.5 in W 51.5 in D 20.5 in
Large Vintage Bench, Scandinavian, Pitch Pine, 3 Seater, Mid 20th Century, 1950
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
Our Stock # 18.7622 This is a large vintage bench. A Scandinavian, pitch pine three seat bench
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Mid-20th Century European Benches

Materials

Pine

Danish Mid-Century Teak & Beech Mid-Century Bench
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Teak & beech Danish bench, circa 1960's. Slim profile, perfect for an entryway! Lovely teak veneer
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Teak

Wooden Bench with Sheepskin Upholstery, Norway Mid-20th Century
Located in Utrecht, NL
bench’s mid-century style is effective without the need for heavy ornamental elements. Uncompromising on
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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Benches

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Sheepskin, Wood

Torbjorn Afdal Bruksbo Mid-century Teak Bench
By Torbjørn Afdal, Bruksbo
Located in Oakland, CA
Low teak bench designed by Torbjorn Afdal for Bruksbo , Norway. Excellent condition with minor
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Teak

Torbjorn Afdal Bruksbo Mid-century Teak Bench
Torbjorn Afdal Bruksbo Mid-century Teak Bench
$4,500
H 13.33 in W 71.75 in D 14.75 in
Scandinavian Pine Bench by Carl Malmsten
By Carl Malmsten
Located in Dronten, NL
Mid-Century Scandinavian Modern solid pine bench by Swedish company Karl Andersson and Söner
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Pine

Scandinavian Pine Bench by Carl Malmsten
Scandinavian Pine Bench by Carl Malmsten
$2,650
H 29.53 in W 63 in D 19.69 in
Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Telephone Bench
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Teak Danish bench, circa 1960s. Lovely teak veneer and robust frame with rich color, sleek double
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Teak

Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Telephone Bench
Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Telephone Bench
$1,045 / item
H 23.5 in W 34 in D 15 in
18th Century Swedish Gustavian Pine Hall Bench - Antique Scandinavian Wood Sofa
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A 18th Century, antique Swedish Gustavian Fållbänk, hall bench made of hand crafted Pinewood, in
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Antique Mid-18th Century Swedish Gustavian Benches

Materials

Metal

Late 19th Century Scandinavian Bench or Sideboard in Solid Stained Pine
Located in København K, 84
Rare original mid 19th century bench or sideboard. Made by a danish cabinet maker in stained pine
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Antique Mid-19th Century Danish Arts and Crafts Benches

Materials

Oak, Pine

Scandinavian modern pine bench by Børge Mogensen, Sweden, 1960s
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Rare bench designed by Børge Mogensen during the 1960s. In 1961 Mogensen designed pine furniture
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Pine

Vintage Scandinavian Sofa/Bench/Vintage Coffee Table
Located in London, Lambeth
Unusual sofa bench / coffee table in steel and Perpex construction Number of options layout.
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1990s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Metal

Vintage Scandinavian Sofa/Bench/Vintage Coffee Table
Vintage Scandinavian Sofa/Bench/Vintage Coffee Table
$2,746 / set
H 29.53 in W 46.86 in D 23.23 in
Mid century modern teak danish slat bench with chrome braces
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid century modern teak danish slat bench with chrome braces. Great simple designed bench. Shows
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Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Benches

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Chrome

Mid Century Dutch Modern Solid Large Teak Brutalist Slatted bench
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Rare Dutch Modern Solid Large teak Brutalist Slatted bench. Nice solid wood Bench great Dutch
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Vintage 1960s Dutch Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Teak

Midcentury Scandinavian Dark Brown Teak Wood Bench, 1960s
Located in Roma, IT
Marvellous midcentury bench made of dark brown teak wood. This astonishing item is a Scandinavian
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Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Wood, Teak

Small Exceptional Swedish 'Fållbänk' Bench from the mid 17th Century
Located in Farsta, SE
Small Exceptional Swedish 'Fållbänk' Bench from the mid 17th Century Sometimes, you get the
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Antique 17th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Pine

Midcentury Scandinavian Dark Brown Teak Wood Bench, 1960s
Located in Roma, IT
Marvellous midcentury bench made of dark brown teak wood. This item is a Scandinavian production of
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Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Wood, Teak

Midcentury Scandinavian Dark Brown Teak Wood Bench, 1960s
Midcentury Scandinavian Dark Brown Teak Wood Bench, 1960s
$1,637
H 12.41 in W 42.52 in D 14.18 in
Mid century Chrome Black leather 3 seat bench by Ilmari Tapiovaara Finland
By Stendig Co., Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid Century Chrome Black leather 3 seat Bench Early production by Designer Ilmari Tapiovaara for
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Vintage 1970s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Chrome

Pair of Torbjørn Afdal for Bruksbo Scandinavian 'Krobo' Wooden Plank Benches
By Bruksbo, Torbjørn Afdal
Located in Queens, NY
PAIR of Scandinavian Mid-Century 'Krobo' form rectangular wooden plank benches with two bracket
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Wood

Swedish Mid Century Pine Wooden Bench / Low Table by Roland Wilhelmsson, 1970s
By Roland Wilhelmsson
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare Swedish modern bench model "Bamse" in solid stained pine wood designed by Roland Wilhelmsson
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Vintage 1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Pine

Set of 2 Scandinavian Papercord Bench and Chair in Oak from TS
Located in Hamburg, DE
: 52 cm, seat height: 48 cm Additional information: Materials: Wood Color: Beige Styles: Mid-Century
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Wood

Set of 2 Scandinavian Papercord Bench and Chair in Oak from TS
Set of 2 Scandinavian Papercord Bench and Chair in Oak from TS
$1,759 / set
H 36.22 in W 35.04 in D 22.05 in
Mid Century Modern Bench in Pine, Made by a Swedish Cabinetmaker in the 1970s
By Carl Malmsten, Axel Einar Hjorth, Roland Wilhelmsson, Pierre Chapo
Located in Odense, DK
A charming bench in solid pine, crafted by a Swedish cabinetmaker in the 1970s. Great craftmanship
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Benches

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Pine

Scandinavian Pine bench with canvas storage underneath from the 1970´s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Scandinavian Pine Bench with Canvas Storage, 1970s A practical yet elegant Scandinavian bench in
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Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Pine

Scandinavian 'Krobo' Bench in Rosewood by Torbjørn Afdal for Mellemstrands
By Mellemstrands Trevareindustri, Torbjørn Afdal
Located in Karlstad, SE
"Krobo" bench by Torbjørn Afdal for Mellemstrands Trevareindustri, Norway. The bench is made of
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20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Wood

1960s Bruksbo Teak Petite Bench Mid-Century Modern Low Bedroom Table Shelf Prop
By Bruksbo
Located in Hyattsville, MD
A very clean 4 foot bench. Very Heavy, approx. 60lbs. All teak surfaces, in very good vintage
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Vintage 1960s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Teak

Josef Frank Bench in Mahogany and Brass Nails, Svenskt Tenn, Sweden
By Josef Frank, Svenskt Tenn
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Josef Frank & SCANDINAVIAN MODERN A beautiful bench by Josef Frank, for Svenskt Tenn, Sweden
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Benches

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Fabric, Mahogany

1940's Danish Ottoman or Bench
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Oakland, CA
1940s Scandinavian ottoman raised on elegant mahogany legs in the manner of Frits Henningsen. The
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Wool

1940's Danish Ottoman or Bench
1940's Danish Ottoman or Bench
$1,800
H 15.5 in W 22.5 in D 17 in
Danish Design Oak Bench, circa 1950
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Danish design bench in oak, seat with three blades of wood and trapezium shape feet, in teak
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Oak

Danish Design Oak Bench, circa 1950
Danish Design Oak Bench, circa 1950
$1,324
H 17.72 in W 45.28 in D 16.93 in
Bench by Hans Wegner, Denmark, 1950s
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Stockholm, SE
designers of the 20th Century. Wegner’s furniture was intended, as he said to be “as simple and genuine as
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Teak

Bench by Hans Wegner, Denmark, 1950s
Bench by Hans Wegner, Denmark, 1950s
$32,320
H 12.21 in W 76.38 in D 16.74 in
Danish Modern Friis & Moltke Soaped Pine Bench
By Knud Friis & Elmar Moltke Nielsen, Hirtshals Savvaerk
Located in Minneapolis, MN
Abeautiful soaped pine bench designed by Danish architects Knud Fiis & Elmar Moltke-Nielsen for
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Pine

Danish Modern Friis & Moltke Soaped Pine Bench
Danish Modern Friis & Moltke Soaped Pine Bench
$3,245
H 30.5 in W 78.75 in D 19.75 in
Torbjørn Afdal, rosewood Krobo bench, Norway, 1960s
By Torbjørn Afdal
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
’Krobo’ bench designed by Torbjørn Afdal. Produced in Norway in the 1960s for Mellemstrands
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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Copper, Iron

Torbjørn Afdal, rosewood Krobo bench, Norway, 1960s
Torbjørn Afdal, rosewood Krobo bench, Norway, 1960s
$7,827
H 22.45 in W 78.75 in D 14.57 in
Teak Bench and Chest by Tingstrom Sweden, 1960
By Tingströms
Located in Paris, FR
Teak bench and chest by Tingstrom Sweden, 1960 Good vintage condition, upholstered with
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Teak

Teak Bench and Chest by Tingstrom Sweden, 1960
Teak Bench and Chest by Tingstrom Sweden, 1960
$1,445
H 23.23 in W 33.47 in D 14.97 in
Folke Bensow cast iron park bench 'No 2', Näfveqvarn, Sweden.
By Folke Bensow
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Folke Bensow - Scandinavian Modern. A sculptural bench - Park Bench no.2. For Nafveqvarns Bruk
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Iron

Rainer Daumiller, Bench in Pine, Danish Modern, Hirtshals Savværk, 1970s
By Rainer Daumiller
Located in Odense, DK
A charming and robust small bench in solid pine with visible dowels, designed in the 1970s by
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Pine

Bar Bench Model PP-589 Oak by Hans J. Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Handewitt, DE
Bar bench model PP589 by hans J. Wegner for Johannes Hansen 1953. made in solid oak wood. This
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Ash

Bar Bench Model PP-589 Oak by Hans J. Wegner
Bar Bench Model PP-589 Oak by Hans J. Wegner
$9,031
H 15.36 in W 64.18 in D 20.48 in
2-Seat Bench in Teak by Aksel Bender Madsen & Ejner Larsen
By Willy Beck
Located in Copenhagen, DK
2-seat bench in teak with new woven cane. Maker Willy Beck.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Teak

Swedish Modern Square Solid Pine Coffee Table by Sven Larsson, Brutalist, 1970s
By Sven Larsson
Located in Odense, DK
Large bench / coffee table in solid pine, crafted by Swedish designer Sven Larsson in 1970s. Signed
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Pine

Early Poul Hundevad Guldhoj Folding Stool in Brazilian Rosewood and Leather
By Poul Hundevad
Located in Oakland, CA
Rare folding stool designed by Poul Hundevad, model Guldhoj, for Poul Hundevad, 1958 Denmark. Handcrafted of solid Brazilian Rosewood. Restored with new leather. Measurements W 1...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Mid-Century Scandinavian Teak Dining Set with Trestle Dining Table and Benches
Located in Karis, Nyland
. Comes in a set of table and three benches. Very solid construction. Measurements: Table 125,5 x 74,5 cm
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Sets

Materials

Teak

Scandinavian Rosewood Bench in Shearling
Located in Oakland, CA
Rosewood bench with elegant tapered legs with cross stretchers, crafted of solid Brazilian Rosewood
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Sheepskin, Rosewood

Scandinavian Rosewood Bench in Shearling
Scandinavian Rosewood Bench in Shearling
$2,800
H 20.75 in W 27.65 in D 15.38 in
Scandinavian Table and Bench Set
Located in New York, NY
Scandinavian Table and Bench set. The set is solid elm with an X stretcher base. Dining Room Set
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Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets

Materials

Elm

Scandinavian Table and Bench Set
Scandinavian Table and Bench Set
$21,000
H 27.75 in W 59 in D 29.25 in
Sven Larsson Scandinavian Pine Brutalist Coffee Table or Bench Console
By Sven Larsson
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Large bench / coffee table in solid pine, crafted by Swedish designer Sven Larsson in 1970s. 78.75
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Pine

Danish Mid Century Modern, Long Bench in Solid Oak, Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s
By Hans J. Wegner, Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Odense, DK
sculptural brutalist bench / coffee table will fit into many interior styles. A Modern, Scandinavian, Classic
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Tables

Materials

Oak

Scandinavian Modern Teak Low Bench Cabinet Credenza Attributed Arne Wahl Iversen
By Arne Wahl Iversen, IKEA
Located in Topeka, KS
Fabulous 1950-1960’s Scandinavian Modern teak 2 drawer low bench, dresser, cabinet, or credenza
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets

Materials

Teak

Scandinavian Teak Side Table or Bench by Brode Blindheim
By Brode Blindheim
Located in Miami, FL
, Norway, the vintage occasional table's classic Mid-Century design, paired with its shape and size, make
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20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Teak

Scandinavian Teak Side Table or Bench by Brode Blindheim
Scandinavian Teak Side Table or Bench by Brode Blindheim
$1,160 Sale Price / item
20% Off
H 16.5 in W 21.75 in D 21.75 in
Scandinavian Style Bench in Laminated Wood and Orange Leather, circa 1960
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Scandinavian style bench in laminated wood and orange leather, circa 1960.
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Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Canapes

Materials

Wood

Scandinavian Cabinetmaker Rustic Set of Table and Benches in Solid Pine 1940s
Located in Meer, VAN
Wonderful Scandinavian Cabinetmaker Rustic Set of Table and Benches in Solid Pine, 1940s. The
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Rustic Dining Room Sets

Materials

Wood, Pine

Awesome and Rare Scandinavian Pine Wood Childs Set - Chair and Bench, 1960s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
The bench with storage space has the following dimensions: Seat height 37.5cm, total height 63cm
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Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood, Pine

Pair of Folke Bensow Benches, Dessin Park Bench No. 1, Sweden
By Folke Bensow
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Folke Bensow - Scandinavian Modern A beautiful pair of benches (Park Bench No. 1) designed by
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Iron

Pair of Folke Bensow Benches, Dessin Park Bench No. 1, Sweden
Pair of Folke Bensow Benches, Dessin Park Bench No. 1, Sweden
$8,999 / set
H 23.63 in W 25.4 in D 18.31 in
Long Teak "Krobo" Table/Bench By Torbjørn Afdal For Bruksbo, Norway
By Torbjørn Afdal, Bruksbo
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This extra long, solid teak, "Krobo" table/bench is designed by the Norwegian designer Torbjorn
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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Teak

Hans Wegner 1949 Armless Sofa Bench Settee Johaness Hansen JH555
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Oakland, CA
Danish armless bench designed by Hans Wegner. Model JH555, crafted of a solid teak frame with
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Loveseats

Materials

Wool, Teak

Danish Modern TV Bench Sofa Model 161 by Hans Olsen Bramin, Denmark, 1960s
By Bramin Mobler, Hans Olsen
Located in Rosendahl, DE
Modular teak TV bench model 161 by Hans Olsen for Bramin, Denmark. The set consists of a bench, two
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Living Room Sets

Materials

Teak

Pair Danish TV Bench Sofas Model 161 by Hans Olsen Bramin, Denmark, 1960s
By Hans Olsen, Bramin Mobler
Located in Rosendahl, DE
Pair of modular teak TV benches model 161 by Hans Olsen for Bramin, Denmark, ade in the 1960s. The
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Living Room Sets

Materials

Teak, Wool, Rattan

Pair Danish TV Bench Sofas Model 161 by Hans Olsen Bramin, Denmark, 1960s
Pair Danish TV Bench Sofas Model 161 by Hans Olsen Bramin, Denmark, 1960s
$24,950 Sale Price
20% Off
H 29.93 in W 76.78 in D 28.75 in
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Scandinavian Mid Century Bench For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the Scandinavian mid century bench you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, hardwood and teak, every Scandinavian mid century bench was constructed with great care. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect Scandinavian mid century bench — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. Each Scandinavian mid century bench bearing Scandinavian Modern or Mid-Century Modern hallmarks is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one Scandinavian mid century bench that is appealing in its simplicity, but Børge Mogensen, Torbjørn Afdal and Karl Andersson & Söner produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Scandinavian Mid Century Bench?

Prices for a Scandinavian mid century bench start at $614 and top out at $33,551 with the average selling for $3,185.

A Close Look at Scandinavian Modern Furniture

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

  • 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

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. 

Finding the Right Benches for You

Don’t underestimate a good bench — antique and vintage benches are storage pieces, stylish accents and statement-making additional seating.

Today, benches are a great option to maximize seating in your house and outdoor space. The perfect option to create a warm, welcoming atmosphere in foyers and entryways, benches can also transform dining areas, making it possible to host a hungry family with limited space. Whether you’re sprucing up your entertaining with upholstered Empire-style benches or adding more options to a dining room that’s seen a farmhouse makeover, this humble furnishing has only become more versatile over the years. Designers have recognized the demand for a good bench, crafting the convenient seating alternative from a range of materials, including wood, iron and even concrete.

Mid-century modern benches from George Nakashima, Charlotte Perriand and the pared-down Platform bench by George Nelson for Herman Miller are classics of innovation, but maybe you’re looking for an unconventional design approach to your home's seating. Opt for something totally outside the box — an antique pine church-pew bench paired with a vintage wool throw and stationed under the mounted coatrack in your mudroom is a distinctive touch.

For your outdoor oasis, a wrought-iron patio bench is the obvious choice but not the only option. An enclosed back patio would do well to inherit a rattan bench with cushions, but it can be susceptible to weathering and should be covered or moved indoors when not in use.

Whatever your seating arrangement needs are, find vintage, new and antique benches for every space on 1stDibs.