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Scandinavian Rush Chair

Scandinavian Rush Seat Side Chairs
Scandinavian Rush Seat Side Chairs

Scandinavian Rush Seat Side Chairs

$10,000 / set

H 29.75 in W 23 in D 21 in

Scandinavian Rush Seat Side Chairs

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Set of four Scandinavian splay leg dining side chairs with curved backs, beechwood frame and new rush seats, circa 1960's.

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Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Beech, Rush

Set of Four Swedish Pine Chairs with Rush Seats, Sweden, 1940s
Set of Four Swedish Pine Chairs with Rush Seats, Sweden, 1940s

Set of Four Swedish Pine Chairs with Rush Seats, Sweden, 1940s

$3,028 / set

H 32.29 in W 18.51 in D 17.72 in

Set of Four Swedish Pine Chairs with Rush Seats, Sweden, 1940s

Located in Kaštel Sućurac, HR

Swedish workshop, set of four dining chairs, pine and rush, Sweden, 1940s. The back splat of each chair is carved in an open pierced motif, a detail rooted in Scandinavian folk craft...

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Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rush, Pine

"Pernelle" Rush Weave and Walnut Dining Arm Chair by Christiane Lemieux
"Pernelle" Rush Weave and Walnut Dining Arm Chair by Christiane Lemieux

"Pernelle" Rush Weave and Walnut Dining Arm Chair by Christiane Lemieux

Located in New York, NY

A solid wood arched frame threads through a woven rush seat with arms and backrest to form this well-proportioned, minimalist chair for dining, desk, vanity or an accent in any room....

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2010s Vietnamese Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rush, Oak

"Pernelle" Rush Weave and French Oak Dining Arm Chair by Christiane Lemieux
"Pernelle" Rush Weave and French Oak Dining Arm Chair by Christiane Lemieux

"Pernelle" Rush Weave and French Oak Dining Arm Chair by Christiane Lemieux

Located in New York, NY

A solid wood arched frame threads through a woven rush seat with arms and backrest to form this well-proportioned, minimalist chair for dining, desk, vanity or an accent in any room....

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2010s Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rush, Oak

"Pernelle" Rush Weave and Walnut Dining Side Chair by Christiane Lemieux
"Pernelle" Rush Weave and Walnut Dining Side Chair by Christiane Lemieux

"Pernelle" Rush Weave and Walnut Dining Side Chair by Christiane Lemieux

Located in New York, NY

A solid wood arched frame threads through a woven rush seat with arms and backrest to form this well-proportioned, minimalist chair for dining, desk, vanity or an accent in any room....

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2010s Vietnamese Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rush, Oak

"Pernelle" Rush Weave and French Oak Dining Side Chair by Christiane Lemieux
"Pernelle" Rush Weave and French Oak Dining Side Chair by Christiane Lemieux

"Pernelle" Rush Weave and French Oak Dining Side Chair by Christiane Lemieux

Located in New York, NY

A solid wood arched frame threads through a woven rush seat with arms and backrest to form this well-proportioned, minimalist chair for dining, desk, vanity or an accent in any room....

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2010s Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rush, Oak

Danish Modern Børge Mogensen Oak & Rush "Shaker" "Folkestole" Chair Model #J-39
Danish Modern Børge Mogensen Oak & Rush "Shaker" "Folkestole" Chair Model #J-39

Danish Modern Børge Mogensen Oak & Rush "Shaker" "Folkestole" Chair Model #J-39

By Fredericia, Fredericia Stolefabrik, Carl Hansen & Søn, Carl Hansen, Børge Mogensen

Located in Round Top, TX

Single oak Børge Mogensen chair (Denmark) c.1950s. Iconic design featuring circular joinery details to chair back and original hand woven Danish cord seat. Two cylindrical frame ext...

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Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Cord, Oak

"Pernelle" Rush Weave and Walnut Counter Height Stool by Christiane Lemieux
"Pernelle" Rush Weave and Walnut Counter Height Stool by Christiane Lemieux

"Pernelle" Rush Weave and Walnut Counter Height Stool by Christiane Lemieux

Located in New York, NY

The Pernelle Counter Stool reinterprets French seating tradition through modern craftsmanship. A solid wood frame in natural oak or walnut finishes supports a handwoven natural rope ...

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2010s Vietnamese Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rush, Walnut

"Pernelle" Rush Weave and Oak Counter Height Stool by Christiane Lemieux
"Pernelle" Rush Weave and Oak Counter Height Stool by Christiane Lemieux

"Pernelle" Rush Weave and Oak Counter Height Stool by Christiane Lemieux

Located in New York, NY

The Pernelle Counter Stool reinterprets French seating tradition through modern craftsmanship. A solid wood frame in natural oak or walnut finishes supports a handwoven natural rope ...

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2010s Vietnamese Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rush, Oak

Hans Wegner Chair Model Ch37 By Carl Hansen & Søn
Hans Wegner Chair Model Ch37 By Carl Hansen & Søn

Hans Wegner Chair Model Ch37 By Carl Hansen & Søn

By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner

Located in Skokie, IL

Hans Wegner Chair Model Ch37 By Carl Hansen & Søn Additional information: Dimensions: 22.5" W x 19" D x 31" H Condition: Excellent

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Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Rush, Teak

Teak Side Chair by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mölgaard-Nielsen
Teak Side Chair by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mölgaard-Nielsen

Teak Side Chair by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mölgaard-Nielsen

By Hvidt & Mølgaard

Located in Sagaponack, NY

A spare and elegant teak side chair having a curved floating back rest, woven rush seat and an expressive through-tenon detail on the front legs.

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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Rush, Teak

Arthur Umanoff Mid Century Modern Sculptural Chair
Arthur Umanoff Mid Century Modern Sculptural Chair

Arthur Umanoff Mid Century Modern Sculptural Chair

By Arthur Umanoff

Located in Wheat Ridge, CO

Sculptural Arthur Umanoff chair with signature rush back, slatted wood seat, and iron legs.

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Mid-20th Century American Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Metal

Pair of Hvidt Molgaard Teak Dining Chairs Mid-century Danish Modern
Pair of Hvidt Molgaard Teak Dining Chairs Mid-century Danish Modern

Pair of Hvidt Molgaard Teak Dining Chairs Mid-century Danish Modern

By Hvidt & Mølgaard

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Excellent pair of Hvidt Molgaard teak dining chairs with newly rushed seats. The chairs have a lovely timeworn honey brown patina and are tight and sturdy. We do have a matching pa...

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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rush, Teak

Ensemble de 6 chaises assise en jonc et dossier en échelle
Ensemble de 6 chaises assise en jonc et dossier en échelle

Ensemble de 6 chaises assise en jonc et dossier en échelle

$3,276 / set

H 35.04 in W 19.3 in D 17.72 in

Ensemble de 6 chaises assise en jonc et dossier en échelle

By Guillerme et Chambron

Located in TOURCOING, FR

Ensemble de 6 chaises de salle à manger assise en jonc et dossier en échelle dans le goût de GUILLERME ET CHAMBRON 1950's

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Vintage 1950s French Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Rush, Oak

Pair of Mid Century Danish Modern Dining Chairs by Jorgen Moller for  J.L.Moller
Pair of Mid Century Danish Modern Dining Chairs by Jorgen Moller for  J.L.Moller

Pair of Mid Century Danish Modern Dining Chairs by Jorgen Moller for J.L.Moller

By Jorgen Moller, J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik

Located in New York, NY

Pair of Mid Century Danish Modern armless dining chairs, designed by Jorgen Henrik Moller for J. L. Moller Mobelfabrik, model 404, circa 1970's . The chairs are constructed of soli...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rush, Teak

Danish Modern Rosewood Leather Chair After Hans J. Wegner
Danish Modern Rosewood Leather Chair After Hans J. Wegner

Danish Modern Rosewood Leather Chair After Hans J. Wegner

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This Danish modern, leather upholstered, rosewood armchair is in the style of the iconic Danish designer Hans J Wegner’s chair model JH501, released in 1949. This model was so well-l...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Rosewood, Cane, Rush

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Folding Rope Chair 1950s, in the manner of Hans Wegner, Black Frame
Folding Rope Chair 1950s, in the manner of Hans Wegner, Black Frame

Folding Rope Chair 1950s, in the manner of Hans Wegner, Black Frame

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Faversham, GB

Folding chair in the manner of Hans Wegner, solid wood frame in black with woven organic rope seat and back. Lovely reclining form with folding element so perfect for in door and out...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Papercord, Rush, Rope, Beech

Midcentury Dining Chairs by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, 1950s
Midcentury Dining Chairs by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, 1950s

Midcentury Dining Chairs by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, 1950s

By Peter Hvidt, Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Step back into a time when furniture wasn’t just made, but meticulously crafted. This set of chairs by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen is like the perfect martini of the furnitur...

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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rush, Teak

Side chair by Einar Larsen & Aksel Bender Madsen for Willy Beck, Denmark 1950
Side chair by Einar Larsen & Aksel Bender Madsen for Willy Beck, Denmark 1950

Side chair by Einar Larsen & Aksel Bender Madsen for Willy Beck, Denmark 1950

By Ejner Larsen, Aksel Bender Madsen, Willy Beck

Located in Wilnis, UT

An eye-catching side chair designed by Eijnar Larsen & Aksel Bender Madsen, manufactured by Willy Beck in Denmark around 1950. Made of high quality teak wood with woven rattan uphol...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Rush, Teak

Side chair by Einar Larsen & Aksel Bender Madsen for Willy Beck, Denmark 1950
Side chair by Einar Larsen & Aksel Bender Madsen for Willy Beck, Denmark 1950

Side chair by Einar Larsen & Aksel Bender Madsen for Willy Beck, Denmark 1950

By Ejner Larsen, Aksel Bender Madsen, Willy Beck

Located in Wilnis, UT

An eye-catching side chair designed by Eijnar Larsen & Aksel Bender Madsen, manufactured by Willy Beck in Denmark around 1950. Made of high quality teak wood with woven rattan uphol...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Rush, Teak

PP66 "Chinese Chair" by Hans J. Wegner for PP Møbler
PP66 "Chinese Chair" by Hans J. Wegner for PP Møbler

PP66 "Chinese Chair" by Hans J. Wegner for PP Møbler

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H 27.96 in W 22.84 in D 18.9 in

PP66 "Chinese Chair" by Hans J. Wegner for PP Møbler

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Stellenbosch, Western Cape

PP62 "Chinese chair" designed by Hans J. Wegner for PP Møbler in 1949.

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Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Oak, Rush

Set of 6 Pine & Rush Dining Chairs, Scandinavian Modern, 1970's
Set of 6 Pine & Rush Dining Chairs, Scandinavian Modern, 1970's

Set of 6 Pine & Rush Dining Chairs, Scandinavian Modern, 1970's

Located in Austin, TX

Scandinavian Modern style set of dining chairs with solid pine armed frames and rush seats.

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Vintage 1970s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rush, Pine

Danish Designer, Lounge Chair, Oak, Rush, Denmark, 1940s
Danish Designer, Lounge Chair, Oak, Rush, Denmark, 1940s

Danish Designer, Lounge Chair, Oak, Rush, Denmark, 1940s

Located in High Point, NC

A dark-stained oak and rush lounge chairs designed and produced in Denmark, c. 1940s. seat height: 13"

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Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Rush, Oak

Danish Designer, Lounge Chairs, Beech, Rush, Denmark, 1940s
Danish Designer, Lounge Chairs, Beech, Rush, Denmark, 1940s

Danish Designer, Lounge Chairs, Beech, Rush, Denmark, 1940s

Located in High Point, NC

A pair of beech and rush lounge chairs designed and produced in Denmark, c. 1940s. Blemish / knothole on one arm available to touch up upon request. Rush likely replaced at some po...

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Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Rush, Beech

Traditionalist Rush, Wood Armchair
Traditionalist Rush, Wood Armchair

Traditionalist Rush, Wood Armchair

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H 23 in W 24.5 in D 23 in

Traditionalist Rush, Wood Armchair

By Bas Van Pelt

Located in Nashville, TN

traditional armchair comprised of wood, rush, two available. In excellent vintage condition with age-consistent wear and patina. One chair does have slightly more patina. Lightweight...

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Early 20th Century Dutch Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Berlin Iron

Rustic Danish Chairs in Rush and Oak
Rustic Danish Chairs in Rush and Oak

Rustic Danish Chairs in Rush and Oak

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H 37.6 in W 19.1 in L 37.6 in

Rustic Danish Chairs in Rush and Oak

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Danish church chairs, oak and rush seating, Denmark, 1960s. Rustic Danish church chairs made in oak and with a rush seat. The chairs features subtle details, such as the double back...

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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak, Rush

Set of 8 Oak and Rush Dining Chairs by Johan Van Heuvel for Ad Vorm, 1960s
Set of 8 Oak and Rush Dining Chairs by Johan Van Heuvel for Ad Vorm, 1960s

Set of 8 Oak and Rush Dining Chairs by Johan Van Heuvel for Ad Vorm, 1960s

Located in Courbevoie, FR

Set of 8 oak and rush dining chairs by Johan van Heuvel for Ad Vorm, 1960s Measures: W 47 cm, H 79 cm, D 42 cm. SH 44 cm.

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Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Rush, Oak

Neils Moeller Set of Six Teak Dining Chairs with Rush Seats
Neils Moeller Set of Six Teak Dining Chairs with Rush Seats

Neils Moeller Set of Six Teak Dining Chairs with Rush Seats

By Niels Otto Møller

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Completely refinished and re-rushed set of six solid teak Danish dining chairs by Neils Moeller. Matching 47 inch in diameter Moeller round teak dining table also available including...

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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Sycamore, Rush, Teak

Set of 6 Danish Knotty Pine Dining Chairs with Rush Seats, circa 1970s
Set of 6 Danish Knotty Pine Dining Chairs with Rush Seats, circa 1970s

Set of 6 Danish Knotty Pine Dining Chairs with Rush Seats, circa 1970s

By Rainer Daumiller

Located in San Antonio, TX

Set of 6 Scandinavian design, Danish knotty solid pine dining chairs with rush seats, circa 1970s.

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Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rush, Pine

Niels Otto Møller Teak and Rush Dining Desk Side Chair
Niels Otto Møller Teak and Rush Dining Desk Side Chair

Niels Otto Møller Teak and Rush Dining Desk Side Chair

By Niels Otto Møller

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Single side chair model 75 by Niels O. Møller for J.L Møllers Møbelfabrikmodel features a rich dark teak finish in contrast with a woven rush seat. The chair is perfect as a dining, ...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Rush, Teak

Set of Four Rosewood and Rush Dining Chairs H.W.Klein for Bramen, Denmark
Set of Four Rosewood and Rush Dining Chairs H.W.Klein for Bramen, Denmark

Set of Four Rosewood and Rush Dining Chairs H.W.Klein for Bramen, Denmark

By Henry Walter Klein

Located in Buffalo, NY

Set of four figured rosewood and rush dining chairs H.W.Klein for Bramen, Denmark. Classic, sleek, simple styling. Made in Denmark. Excellent original condition. Superior quality.

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rosewood, Rush

Danish 70s pine chairs with paper rush seat
Danish 70s pine chairs with paper rush seat

Danish 70s pine chairs with paper rush seat

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H 29.93 in W 20.87 in D 18.12 in

Danish 70s pine chairs with paper rush seat

By Rainer Daumiller

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Four lacquered pine chairs from approx the 1970s. With a nice and square braid pattern in the seat. The chairs are wide with chunky and round legs. In the style of Rainer Daumiller.

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Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wicker, Rattan, Pine

Scandinavian Modern 1950’s Hans Wegner Rocking Chair J16 in Beech & Danish Cord
Scandinavian Modern 1950’s Hans Wegner Rocking Chair J16 in Beech & Danish Cord

Scandinavian Modern 1950’s Hans Wegner Rocking Chair J16 in Beech & Danish Cord

By Hans J. Wegner, FDB Møbler

Located in London, GB

A Shaker inspired rocking chair with a spindled back and curved armrests in beech and papercord seat designed by Hans Wegner in 1944 for FDB Mobler. Danish, produced circa 1950. Fea...

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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Beech, Papercord, Rush

Danish Oregon Pine Dining Chairs with Paper Rush / Wicker Seats, ca. 1990s
Danish Oregon Pine Dining Chairs with Paper Rush / Wicker Seats, ca. 1990s

Danish Oregon Pine Dining Chairs with Paper Rush / Wicker Seats, ca. 1990s

By J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik

Located in Copenhagen, DK

6 oregon pine dining chairs with paper rush / wicker seats. The chairs were designed by Jørgen Henrik Møller in 1974 and produced at the factory JL. Møller. The dining chairs are...

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1990s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Pine, Wicker, Rattan

Set of 2 Scandinavian Oak and Rush Side Chairs
Set of 2 Scandinavian Oak and Rush Side Chairs

Set of 2 Scandinavian Oak and Rush Side Chairs

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H 34.65 in W 22.45 in D 21.66 in

Set of 2 Scandinavian Oak and Rush Side Chairs

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Rotterdam, ZH

Scandinavian Modern side chairs in solid oak and rush, Denmark, 1950s.

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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Rush, Oak

1960s Mid-Century Cabin Woven Rush Rope Rocking Armchair

1960s Mid-Century Cabin Woven Rush Rope Rocking Armchair

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Hyattsville, MD

1960s Yugoslavian Interpretation of the Hans Wegner world famous rocking chair design. This rocker has a wonderful patina, dark brown frame, ages woven twine. Very good vintage co...

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Vintage 1960s Serbian Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Rope, Beech

Niels O. Møller Set of Eight Dining Chairs Model No. 75 in Teak and Rush Seat
Niels O. Møller Set of Eight Dining Chairs Model No. 75 in Teak and Rush Seat

Niels O. Møller Set of Eight Dining Chairs Model No. 75 in Teak and Rush Seat

By Niels Otto Møller, J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Set of eight dining chairs model 75 - one of the all-time great dining chairs to come out of the midcentury era and as popular as ever. Designed in 1954 by Niels O. Møller for J. L. ...

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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Papercord, Teak

Dining Chairs By Borge Mogensen
Dining Chairs By Borge Mogensen

Dining Chairs By Borge Mogensen

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H 29.25 in W 20.5 in D 17 in

Dining Chairs By Borge Mogensen

By Børge Mogensen

Located in Sagaponack, NY

A set of four dining chairs with gently curving slat-backs of rectilinear form made of clear Oregon pine with woven rush seats.

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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rush

Hans Wegner Danish Modern J-16 Rocking Chair
Hans Wegner Danish Modern J-16 Rocking Chair

Hans Wegner Danish Modern J-16 Rocking Chair

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous mid-century Danish Modern rocking chair By Hans Wegner for FDB Møbler Denmark, Circa 1960s Beech wood, with rush seating. Measures: 25"W x 31.5"D x 43"H. Seat height: ...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Rush, Beech

J39 Oak Dining Chairs by Børge Mogensen, Set of 4
J39 Oak Dining Chairs by Børge Mogensen, Set of 4

J39 Oak Dining Chairs by Børge Mogensen, Set of 4

By Børge Mogensen

Located in Hudson, NY

These oak chairs with rush seating are by Borge Mogensen. They are solid, with clean lines, and great character.

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rush

Hans Wegner for FDB Møbler Danish Modern J-16 Rocking Chair
Hans Wegner for FDB Møbler Danish Modern J-16 Rocking Chair

Hans Wegner for FDB Møbler Danish Modern J-16 Rocking Chair

By FDB Møbler, Hans J. Wegner

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous midcentury Danish Modern rocking chair By Hans Wegner for FDB Møbler Denmark, circa 1960s Beech wood, with rush seating. Measures: 24.25" W x 32" D x 41.5" H, ...

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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Rush, Beech

Pair of Tage Poulsen Pine & Rush Seat Lounge Chairs, c. 1970's
Pair of Tage Poulsen Pine & Rush Seat Lounge Chairs, c. 1970's

Pair of Tage Poulsen Pine & Rush Seat Lounge Chairs, c. 1970's

By Tage Poulsen

Located in Norwalk, CT

Immerse yourself in the serene beauty of Scandinavian design with this pair of lounge chairs, expertly crafted by the renowned designer Tage Poulsen in the 1970s.

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Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Rush, Pine

Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Pair of Chairs Unrestored Condition, circa 1960s
Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Pair of Chairs Unrestored Condition, circa 1960s

Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Pair of Chairs Unrestored Condition, circa 1960s

Located in Highwood, IL

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Scandinavia Arm Chairs with Rush Hand-Woven Seating surfaces. The pair of Scandinavian Arm Chairs were left purposely unrestored when it comes to the clear...

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Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Rush, Wood

Danish Game/Dining Table with Four Chairs and Reversible Teak and Leather Top
Danish Game/Dining Table with Four Chairs and Reversible Teak and Leather Top

Danish Game/Dining Table with Four Chairs and Reversible Teak and Leather Top

Located in Kansas City, MO

Signed Danish modern teak table and chairs. The table has a reversible top: one side is teak, the other is inlaid leather. Two additional hidden leaves pull-out from under the top ex...

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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables

Materials

Rush, Teak

Scandinavian Modern Rush and Beech Dining Chairs
Scandinavian Modern Rush and Beech Dining Chairs

Scandinavian Modern Rush and Beech Dining Chairs

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H 31.5 in W 20.5 in D 23.5 in

Scandinavian Modern Rush and Beech Dining Chairs

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Set of 4, Scandinavian modern, beech wood dining chairs feature woven rush seats and backs.

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rush, Beech

Pair of 1960s Swedish Chairs Oak, Teak Wood with Rush Seating, Two Chairs
Pair of 1960s Swedish Chairs Oak, Teak Wood with Rush Seating, Two Chairs

Pair of 1960s Swedish Chairs Oak, Teak Wood with Rush Seating, Two Chairs

Located in Basel, BS

A pair of very classic 1960s Swedish Oak and Teak wood chairs with rush cord woven seating. In very good condition throughout both chairs.

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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Rush, Oak, Teak

Hans Wegner J.16 Rocking Chair with Rush Seat
Hans Wegner J.16 Rocking Chair with Rush Seat

Hans Wegner J.16 Rocking Chair with Rush Seat

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This stylish Mid-Century rocking chair features tall beech frame with shapely spindle back and comfortable rush seating.

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Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Rush, Beech

JL Moller Rush Rope Danish Teak Side Desk Nº 75 Dining Chair Vintage Mid-Century
JL Moller Rush Rope Danish Teak Side Desk Nº 75 Dining Chair Vintage Mid-Century

JL Moller Rush Rope Danish Teak Side Desk Nº 75 Dining Chair Vintage Mid-Century

By Neils O. Möller, J. L. Möller Höjbjerg

Located in Hyattsville, MD

All original Vintage Danish chair. A very clean and lightly used example. Just procured from the original owners.

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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Rush, Teak

"Pernelle" Rush Weave and Walnut Dining Side Chair by Christiane Lemieux
"Pernelle" Rush Weave and Walnut Dining Side Chair by Christiane Lemieux

"Pernelle" Rush Weave and Walnut Dining Side Chair by Christiane Lemieux

Located in New York, NY

A solid wood arched frame threads through a woven rush seat with arms and backrest to form this well-proportioned, minimalist chair for dining, desk, vanity or an accent in any room....

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2010s Vietnamese Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rush, Oak

Peoples Danish Freetown Coffee House Chairs Mogensen Midcentury Birch Rush
Peoples Danish Freetown Coffee House Chairs Mogensen Midcentury Birch Rush

Peoples Danish Freetown Coffee House Chairs Mogensen Midcentury Birch Rush

By FDB Møbler, Børge Mogensen

Located in Hyattsville, MD

Fun, rustic Set. Sturdy and usable, cord is lightly stained, soiled, and worn. All seat cord remains unbroken and strong. FDB Model J39 Baltic birch and cord (Rope/Rush) dining side ...

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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Birch

Peoples Danish Freetown Coffee House Chairs Mogensen Mid-Century Oak Rush
Peoples Danish Freetown Coffee House Chairs Mogensen Mid-Century Oak Rush

Peoples Danish Freetown Coffee House Chairs Mogensen Mid-Century Oak Rush

By Børge Mogensen, FDB Møbler

Located in Hyattsville, MD

Sturdy and usable though heavily used, stained, soiled, and worn. All seat cord remains unbroken and strong. FDB Model J39 oak and cord dining side chairs.

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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cord, Oak

Set of 4 Vintage Aalto 611 Dining Chairs
Set of 4 Vintage Aalto 611 Dining Chairs

Set of 4 Vintage Aalto 611 Dining Chairs

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H 31 in W 19.25 in D 17 in

Set of 4 Vintage Aalto 611 Dining Chairs

By Artek, Alvar Aalto

Located in New York, NY

Classic Model 611 ding chairs designed by Alvar Aalto for Artek, Made in Finland. These chairs are unusual in that they have rush seats and backs as opposed to the more common webbed...

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Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rush, Wood

Hans Wegner Set of Eight Dining Chairs Model CH-23
Hans Wegner Set of Eight Dining Chairs Model CH-23

Hans Wegner Set of Eight Dining Chairs Model CH-23

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in San Francisco, CA

Hans Wegner design set of eight dining chairs model CH-23 for Carl Hanson & Son, Denmark. In very good original condition with newer replaced danish cord woven seats without stains ...

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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rush, Oak, Teak

Black Lacquered Hans J. Wegner J16 Rocking Chair Or Rocker For FDB Mobler 1963
Black Lacquered Hans J. Wegner J16 Rocking Chair Or Rocker For FDB Mobler 1963

Black Lacquered Hans J. Wegner J16 Rocking Chair Or Rocker For FDB Mobler 1963

By Hans J. Wegner, FDB Møbler

Located in Southampton, NJ

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Six Moller Model-71 Dining Chairs w Peter Hvidt Model-311 Dining Table, 1950s
Six Moller Model-71 Dining Chairs w Peter Hvidt Model-311 Dining Table, 1950s

Six Moller Model-71 Dining Chairs w Peter Hvidt Model-311 Dining Table, 1950s

By Peter Hvidt, Niels Otto Møller, J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A wonderful pairing of six Moller Model-71 dining chairs with rush seating and a Peter Hvidt Model-311 Extendable teak dining table.

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Six Moller Model 75 dining chairs in teak with new rush seats. Beautiful deep color to teak. Very comfortable with gently curved backs. Excellent condition. New rush seats.

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Set of eight oak wood and rush seat dining chairs by Van Den Berghe-Pauvers. Belgium circa 1960. Wear is consistent with age and use. Good vintage condition with some visible wear on...

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Set of 6 Midcentury Dining Chairs in Oak and Woven Piping Seat
Set of 6 Midcentury Dining Chairs in Oak and Woven Piping Seat

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Located in Wijnegem, Antwerpen

Set of 6 dining room chairs in oak with woven rush seat in great condition.

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Mid-20th Century German Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Located in Charlotte, NC

A set of four Mid 20th Century Danish Modern dining side chairs by BRDR FURBO. Solid teak with slat back, rush seat and rounded tapered legs. Made in Spottrup, Denmark, in the mid 20...

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Set of four Børge Mogensen Wood and Rush Dining Chairs, Mid-20th Century, Danish
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Set of four Børge Mogensen Wood and Rush Dining Chairs, Mid-20th Century, Danish

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Located in New York, NY

The curved wood seat back and woven rush seats provide a comfortable, yet chic set of Scandinavian modern dining chairs.

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By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen & Søn

Located in Oaks, PA

A very nice set of black painted 1970s Hans Wegner CH24 Wishbone Chairs. Paperboard seats are in excellent condition and only minor rubs along legs and armrests from normal use. Reta...

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Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Rush, Wood

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Scandinavian Rush Chair For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal Scandinavian rush chair for your home. A Scandinavian rush chair — often made from wood, natural fiber and rush — can elevate any home. Your living room may not be complete without a Scandinavian rush chair — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right Scandinavian rush chair, those designed in Scandinavian Modern styles are of considerable interest. A well-made Scandinavian rush chair has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Børge Mogensen, FDB Møbler and Hans J. Wegner are consistently popular.

How Much is a Scandinavian Rush Chair?

A Scandinavian rush chair can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,612, while the lowest priced sells for $395 and the highest can go for as much as $5,800.

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 Seating for You

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.