$936Sale Price|35% Off
Scandinavian Modern Ekornes Recliner with Ottoman
By Ekornes
Located in Freehold, NJ
This Scandinavian Modern lounge chair & ottoman set by Ekornes features beige leather upholstery
Leather, Bentwood
1960s Scandinavian Modern Reclining Lounge Chair with Ottoman
Located in Sacramento, CA
1960s Scandinavian Modern reclining lounge chair with ottoman. The chair adjusts to a reclining
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood
Vintage 1980 Ekornes Stressless Recliner — Scandinavian Leather Lounge Chair
By Ekornes Stressless
Located in Almelo, NL
Vintage 1980 Ekornes Stressless Recliner — Scandinavian Leather Lounge Chair Experience timeless
Stainless Steel, Chrome
Scandinavian Modern Stressless “Mayfair” Tan Leather Reclining Chair w/ Ottoman
By Ekornes
Located in Los Angeles, CA
: 39.50”H x 31”W x 29”D Seat Height 16.50" Ottoman: 16.50”H x 22”W x 17”D This Scandinavian Modern
Leather, Laminate
Mid 20th century Scandinavian teak reclining leather armchair
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Mid 20th century scandinavian modern teak reclining leather armchair circa 1960. Solid teak show
Leather, Teak
Scandinavian Ekornes Stressless Recliner White Lounge Chair + Ottoman
By Ekornes Stressless
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your consideration Scandinavian modern Ekornes Stressless lounge chair white + ottoman. White
Leather, Wood
$1,800 / set
Danish Modern Leather Recliner
Located in Brooklyn, NY
adjustable reclining seat back. Paired with matching ottoman, this beautiful Scandinavian modern chair and
Leather, Wood
Folke Ohlsson for DUX Reclining Lounge Chair
By Folke Ohlsson, Dux of Sweden
Located in Fulton, CA
Teak Scandinavian Modern high-back reclining lounge chair. Designed by Folke Ohlsson for DUX of
Teak
$4,727 / item
Reclining Easy Chairs Produced in Denmark
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
A pair of reclining easy chairs. Produced in Denmark. Black lacquered steel and newly reupholstered
Steel
$2,892 / item
Solid Wood Lounge Chair with Reclining Seat
By Laura Noriega
Located in Guadalajara, Jal.
. Its backrest can be manually reclined on three different levels for greater comfort. And the seat
Oak
$2,892 / item
Solid Wood Lounge Chair with Reclining Seat
By Laura Noriega
Located in Guadalajara, Jal.
wood. Its backrest can be manually reclined on three different levels for greater comfort. The
Oak
Fenix Chaise Recliner by Sam Larsson for Dux
By Dux of Sweden, Sam Larsson
Located in Brooklyn, NY
For your consideration is this early variant of Sam Larsson's iconic Fenix chaise recliner with the
Aluminum
Folke Ohlsson for DUX Reclining Lounge Chair & Ottoman
By Folke Ohlsson, Dux of Sweden
Located in Fulton, CA
A fine Scandinavian Modern teak lounge chair and ottoman designed by Folke Ohlsson for DUIX of
Teak
Sven Ivar Dysthe Reclining Lounge Chair
By Dokka Mobler, Sven Ivar Dysthe
Located in Highland, IN
This exceptional lounge chair by Sven Ivar Dysthe for Dokka Mobler is a handsome, powerful design. With a frame of solid teak, the seat features a horn-shaped headrest (which reminds...
Leather, Teak
Danish Reclining Lounge Chair and Ottoman, Circa 1960s
Located in Peabody, MA
A Danish modern reclining lounge chair and ottoman, ca. 1960s, both stamped Made in Denmark. A
Leather, Upholstery, Wood
Ib Kofod-Larsen Reclining Lounge Chair and Ottoman
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Highland, IN
This reclining lounge chair and ottoman by Ib Kofod-Larsen combines sexy lines, incredible comfort
Birch, Upholstery
Fenix Reclining Lounge Chair by Sam Larsson for Dux, 1970s Leather
By Sam Larsson, Dux of Sweden
Located in New York, NY
Bentwood 1970’s Fenix reclining lounge chair designed by Sam Larsson for DUX. upholstered in an
Metal
Arnt Lande "Combi Star" Reclining Lounge Chair by Stokke Mobler
Located in Highland, IN
Designed in 1962 by Norwegian Arnt Lande, the "Combi Star" reclining lounge chair offers the sitter
Mahogany
Ib Kofod-Larsen Palomino Sheepskin & Walnut Reclining Lounge Chair & Ottoman
By Selig, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Beautiful reclining lounge chair and ottoman designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen for Selig freshly
Sheepskin, Walnut
Reclining Wing Chair by Henry W. Klein for Bramin, Denmark
By Henry Walter Klein, Bramin Mobler
Located in Barcelona, ES
Reclining wing chair designed in 1950's by Henry Walter Klein for Bramin Møbler, Denmark. Teak base
Metal
Mid Century Danish Modern Swivel Reclining Lounge Chair in Brown Leather
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A great vintage Scandinavian lounge chair and ottoman set circa 1970's. The set features a
Leather, Wood
$33,944Sale Price|20% Off
Rare and old Edition Arne Jacobsen Egg Chair / Recliner Chair
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Handewitt, DE
Rarely offered recliner chair / Egg Chair with footstool, Model 3316 / Model 3317. Old Edition with
Aluminum
Combi Star Chair by Arnt Land for Stokke - Mid Century Modern Reclining Rocker
By Stokke, Stokke Møbler
Located in Decatur, GA
Vintage solid old growth teak rocker recliner by Arnt Land for Stokke, Norway circa 1960. Known as
Fabric, Teak
Mid Century 1970s Ingmar Relling Black Leather Reclining Chaise Lounger
By Westnofa Furniture, Knut Relling, Ingmar Relling
Located in Llanbrynmair, GB
reclined seating position which is ideal for relaxing and reading, the chair is perfectly balanced and it
Leather, Beech
$992Sale Price|20% Off
1980s, Danish design by Steen Ostergård for Bramin Møbler. "Action Recliner".
By Bramin Mobler, Steen Ostergaard
Located in Tarm, 82
1980s, Danish design by Steen Ostergård for Bramin Møbler. "Action Recliner" relax chair in beige
Leather, Velvet
Expertly Restored - Folke Ohlsson Model-1032 Reclining Chair w/ Ottoman for Dux
By Folke Ohlsson, Dux of Sweden
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dimensions 39.50in H x 28.75in W x 33.50in D Seat Height: 17in Ottoman: 16.50in H x 23.50in W x 16.50in D ________________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Centur...
Fabric, Foam, Wood, Walnut
Scandinavian Orveman Modern Lounge Chair With Footstool - Set
By Overman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Scandinavian-style recliner and ottoman features a solid metal frame and cream upholstery. The
Metal
$1,272Sale Price|46% Off
Vintage Mid-Century Danish Modern Teak&Leather Armchair with Reclining Backrest
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This modernist armchair with a high backrest was made in Denmark during the 1960s. Comfortable backrest and seat cushions are upholstered with high-quality natural leather in a light...
Leather, Teak
Ekornes Stressless Adjustable Sandstone Leather Recliner Ottoman Norway Medium
By Ekornes Stressless
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A Scandinavian style recliner and ottoman by Ekornes, their Stressless brand. With teak wood bases
Metal
Mid-Century Ekornes Stressless Brown Leather Recliner or Lounge & Ottoman Medium
By Ekornes Stressless
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A Scandinavian style recliner or adjustable lounge and ottoman by Ekornes, their Stressless brand
Steel
Midcentury Lounge chair Teak and Leather
By Alf Svensson & Yngve Sandström
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Beautiful Mid-Century Scandinavian Lounge / reclining chair in teakwood with dark thick saddle
Leather, Teak
Bo Wretling for Otto Wretling Lounge Chair in Bicolor Purple Pierre Frey Mohair
By Otto Wretling, Bo Wretling
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Scandinavian modernism.The chair’s low, reclining profile and generously contoured form signal both comfort and
Metal
Scandinavian Midcentury Modern Oak Recliner Tidemand Ruud Norcraft Norway
By Arne Tidemand Ruud
Located in Oslo, NO
Rare model Norwegian Mid-Century Modern leather oak recliner with table Tidemand Ruud Norcraft
Metal
Unavailable|$1,553 / set
Pair of Chairs, circa 1950s Scandinavian Modern Recliners with Fabric Upholstery
Located in Frederiksberg, DK
Pair of chairs - stylish pair of 1950s accent chairs by unknown producer - beautiful set of midcentury Danish chairs in teal green and dusty red. A pair of slipper chairs with wov...
Metal
Unavailable|$2,800
Alf Svensson Reclining Chair
By Dux of Sweden, Folke Ohlsson
Located in Baltimore, MD
Alf Svensson for Dux reclining chair. Chair adjusts to two positions. Upholstered in Romo Linera
Brass
Unavailable|$815
Midcentury German Reclining Chair, 1970s
Located in Prague 8, CZ
The armchair was made in Germany in the 1970s. Scandinavian design inspiration is evident here
Beech, Bentwood, Fabric, Upholstery
Unavailable|$2,495
Danish Modern Teak Recliner Designed by Arne Vodder
By Arne Vodder
Located in Portland, OR
Sleek and stylish Danish modern recliner designed for ultimate comfort by Arne Vodder. Richly
Teak
Unavailable|$3,499
Reclining Armchair by Arne Vodder for France and Søn
By France & Søn, Arne Vodder
Located in Ottawa, ON
be adjusted to recline in three positions.
Faux Leather, Teak
Unavailable|$5,759
Reclining Arne Vodder Easy Chair and Footstool model FD 164
By Arne Vodder, France & Søn
Located in Maastricht, NL
Arne Vodder Easy Chair and Footstool model FD 164. The chair reclines in 3 positions which provides
Leather, Teak
Unavailable|$4,136 / item
Danish Reclining Lounge Chairs, Teak and Leather by Arne Vodder, 1960
By France & Søn, Arne Vodder
Located in Frankfurt / Dreieich, DE
Danish Reclining Lounge Chairs, Teak and Leather by Arne Vodder, 1960. Three-position reclining
Leather, Teak
Søren Ladefoged Danish Modern Reclining Lounge Chair with Ottoman, circa 1960
By Søren Ladefoged
Located in Sacramento, CA
features a high back and detachable headrest, and reclines. Both the chair and ottoman are in excellent
Upholstery, Teak
Vintage Danish Mid Century Modern Recliner Lounge Chair Ms68 by Madsen & Schubel
By Madsen & Schubell
Located in San Marcos, CA
California before its refinishing, features a brand new caramel color leather upholstery and a reclining
Leather
Unavailable|$30,885 / set
Pair of Reclining Armchairs, Solid Oak, Natural Danish Cord, Leather Cushions
By Studio180degree
Located in London, GB
Pair of Custom-Made Handcrafted Reclining Eco Lounge Chairs FENDRIK by Studio180degree Shown in
Brass
Unavailable|$30,885 / set
Pair of Reclining Armchairs, Solid Oak, Black Danish Cord, Leather Cushions
By Studio180degree
Located in London, GB
Pair of Custom-Made Handcrafted Reclining Eco Lounge Chairs FENDRIK by Studio180degree Shown in
Brass
Unavailable|$38,504 / set
Pair of Reclining Armchairs, Solid Oak, Handwoven Natural Cane, Leather Cushions
By Studio180degree
Located in London, GB
Pair of Custom-Made Handcrafted Reclining Eco Lounge Chairs FENDRIK by Studio180degree Shown in
Brass
Unavailable|$16,735 / item
Reclining Lounge Chair in Blackened Oak& Natural Danish Cord, Leather Cushions
By Studio180degree
Located in London, GB
Pair of Custom-Made Handcrafted Reclining Eco Lounge Chairs FENDRIK by Studio180degree Shown in
Brass
Unavailable|$33,334 / set
Set of Reclining Armchairs, Blackened Oak, Natural Danish Cord, Leather Cushions
By Studio180degree
Located in London, GB
Pair of Custom-Made Handcrafted Reclining Eco Lounge Chairs FENDRIK by Studio180degree Shown in
Brass
Unavailable|$33,334 / set
Pair of Reclining Armchairs, Blackened Oak, Black Danish Cord, Leather Cushions
By Studio180degree
Located in London, GB
Pair of Custom-Made Handcrafted Reclining Eco Lounge Chairs FENDRIK by Studio180degree Shown in
Brass
Unavailable|$15,510 / item
Reclining Lounge Chair in Oiled Oak& Natural Danish Cord with Leather Cushions
By Studio180degree
Located in London, GB
Custom-Made Handcrafted Reclining Eco Lounge Chairs FENDRIK by Studio180degree Shown in Sustainable
Brass
Unavailable|$13,469 / item
Custom-Made Handwoven Reclining Lounge Chair in Solid Oak& Natural Danish Cord
By Studio180degree
Located in London, GB
Custom-Made Handcrafted Reclining Eco Lounge Chair FENDRIK by Studio180degree Shown in Sustainable
Brass
Unavailable|$13,469 / item
Custom-Made Handcrafted Reclining Lounge Chair in Oiled Oak& Black Danish Cord
By Studio180degree
Located in London, GB
Custom-Made Handcrafted Reclining Eco Lounge Chair FENDRIK by Studio180degree Shown in Sustainable
Brass
Unavailable|$16,735 / item
Reclining Lounge Chair in Blackened Oak& Black Danish Cord with Leather Cushions
By Studio180degree
Located in London, GB
Custom-Made Handcrafted Reclining Eco Lounge Chairs FENDRIK by Studio180degree Shown in Sustainable
Brass
Unavailable|$14,694 / item
Custom-Made Reclining Lounge Chair in Blackened Oak and Natural Danish Cord
By Studio180degree
Located in London, GB
Custom-Made Handcrafted Reclining Eco Lounge Chairs FENDRIK by Studio180degree Shown in Sustainable
Brass
Unavailable|$14,694 / item
Custom-Made Handwoven Reclining Lounge Chair in Blackened Oak& Black Danish Cord
By Studio180degree
Located in London, GB
Custom-Made Handcrafted Reclining Eco Lounge Chairs FENDRIK by Studio180degree Shown in Sustainable
Brass
Unavailable|$4,609 / set
Danish Mid-Century High Back Reclining Lounge Chair and Ottoman, Soren Ladefoged
By SL Møbler Denmark 1, Søren Ladefoged
Located in Basel, CH
A perfect lounge set by Søren Ladefoged for SL Møbler in Denmark: The lounge chair features a high back and adjustable position. The upholstery has a brand new grey-blue fabric. The ...
Upholstery, Teak
Unavailable|$26,803 / set
Pair of Custom-Made Reclining Lounge Chairs in Oiled Oak& Black Danish Cord
By Studio180degree
Located in London, GB
Pair of Custom-Made Handcrafted Reclining Eco Lounge Chairs FENDRIK by Studio180degree Shown in
Brass
Unavailable|$29,252 / set
Pair of Custom-Made Reclining Lounge Chairs in Blackened Oak& Black Danish Cord
By Studio180degree
Located in London, GB
Pair of Custom-Made Handcrafted Reclining Eco Lounge Chairs FENDRIK by Studio180degree Shown in
Brass
Scandinavian modernism is perhaps the warmest and most organic iteration of modernist design. The work of the designers associated with vintage Scandinavian modern furniture was founded on centuries-old beliefs in both quality craftsmanship and the ideal that beauty should enhance even the humblest accessories of daily life.
ORIGINS OF SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
CHARACTERISTICS OF SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
ICONIC SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
VINTAGE SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS
The gentle, organic contours that are typical of Scandinavian design appear in the furnishings and decor created by Danish, Finnish and Swedish designers not as a stylistic gesture, but rather as a practical, ergonomic — and, as importantly, elegant — response to the human form.
Each nation produced exceptional talents in all areas of the applied arts, yet each had its forté. Sweden was home to Greta Magnusson Grossman and Bruno Mathsson — creators of the classic Grasshopper lighting series and Berlin daybed, respectively — but the country excelled most notably at ceramics. In the 1920s at the great Gustavsberg porcelain manufactory, Wilhelm Kåge introduced pieces in the Scandinavian style based on influences from folklore to Cubism; his skills were passed on to his versatile and inspired pupils Berndt Friberg and Stig Lindberg.
Likewise, Finland produced a truly ingenious Scandinavian modern furniture designer in the architect Alvar Aalto, a master at melding function and artistic form in works like the Paimio chair, created in collaboration with his first wife, Aino. Yet Finnish glassware was pre-eminent, crafted in expressive, sculptural designs by Tapio Wirkkala and Timo Sarpaneva.
The Danes excelled at chairs. Hans Wegner and Arne Jacobsen were exemplars of the country’s facility with wood, particularly teak.
Wegner created such iconic pieces as the Round chair and the Wishbone chair; Jacobsen — while the revolutionary architect and furniture innovator produced the best-selling plywood Ant chair — designed two classic upholstered pieces of the 1950s: the Swan chair and Egg chair. The list of great Danes could go on and on, including Finn Juhl, a stylistic maverick and maker of the bold Chieftain chair; Poul Kjaerholm, with his lean metal-and-rattan aesthetic; and Verner Panton, who introduced a vibrant Pop note into international design.
Today, decades after their heyday, the prolific, ever-evolving Scandinavian modernists continue to amaze and delight, and interior designers all over the world use their pieces to bring warmth to any given space.
On 1stDibs, you will note both instantly recognizable vintage Scandinavian modern chairs, sofas, rugs and tables — those that have earned iconic status over time — and many new discoveries.
With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.
Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.
Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.
The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.
Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.
With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.
Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.
No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.
You know the designs, now get the stories about how they came to be.
If anyone is brave, humble and adept enough to recolor these mid-century masterpieces, it’s Ilse Crawford. Here, she gives us the details on her five earthy paint choices and tells us how she feels about design collaborations.
In an innovative display, the Designmuseum Danmark is permanently exhibiting the 20th century's most iconic seats.
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