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Scandinavian Rollakan Swedish
Located in Ferrara, IT
This captivating Scandinavian Rollakan Swedish Rug features a soft color palette encompassing
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Russian and Scandinavi...

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Wool

Scandinavian Rollakan Swedish
Scandinavian Rollakan Swedish
W 77.17 in L 110.24 in
1930s Scandinavian Modern Swedish Rya Rug, Färgstark Diamantstjärnaspaljé
Located in Dallas, TX
78509 Vintage Swedish Rya Rug, 04'04 x 06'06 Emanating Scandinavian Modern style with incredible
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Early 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Russian and Scandinavian ...

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Wool

New Swedish Inspired Kilim with Scandinavian Modern Style
By Märta Måås-Fjetterström
Located in Dallas, TX
30692 new Swedish inspired Kilim rug with Scandinavian Modern style 06'02 x 08'07. With its
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Scandinavian Modern Russian and Sca...

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Wool

Scandinavian Modern Swedish Rya Rug, Färgglada Rutmönster-Colorful Squares
By Sigvard Bernadotte, Ingrid Hellman-Knafve
Located in Dallas, TX
78508 Vintage Swedish Rya Rug, 04'08 x 06'06. Emanating Scandinavian Modern style with incredible
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Swedish Kilim Rollakan Rug with Scandinavian Modern Style
By Ingegerd Silow
Located in Dallas, TX
78264 vintage Swedish Rollakan rug with Scandinavian Modern style 06'02 x 09'02. With its geometric
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Late 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Swedish Kilim Rollakan Rug with Scandinavian Modern Style
By Märta Måås-Fjetterström
Located in Dallas, TX
78251 Vintage Swedish Kilim Rollakan Rug with Scandinavian Modern Style 5'09 x 7'11. With its
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Swedish Kilim Rollakan Rug with Scandinavian Modern Style
Located in Dallas, TX
78263 Vintage Swedish Rollakan rug with Scandinavian Modern Style 05'06 x 07'06. With its geometric
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Late 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

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Wool

Swedish Inspired Kilim Rug, Scandinavian Modern Meets Sublime Simplicity
By Märta Måås-Fjetterström, Barbro Lundberg Nilsson
Located in Dallas, TX
30679 New Scandinavian Swedish style Kilim rug Inspired by Marta Maas-Fjetterstrom 08'11 x 11'02
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Scandinavian Modern Russian and Sca...

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Wool

Midcentury EGE VAEGRYA Danish Scandinavian Owl Wall hanging Tapestry Art Rug 70s
By Ege Rya, Ege Tæpper
Located in Sherborne, Dorset
A rare Scandinavian RYA wall hanging tapestry designed in the 1970s for EGE Rya, a subsidiary of
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

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Wool, Wood

Vintage Scandinavian Swedish Kilim Long Runner with Pacific Northwest Style
Located in Dallas, TX
walls, wood furniture, and plaid textiles. Suitable for a cozy cabins, mountain homes, luxury ski lodges
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

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Wool

Swedish Inspired Kilim Rug, Scandinavian Modern Meets Earth-Tone Elegance
By Märta Måås-Fjetterström
Located in Dallas, TX
30856 New Swedish Inspired Kilim rug with Scandinavian Modern style 09'06 x 11'09. With its
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Scandinavian Modern Russian and Sca...

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Wool

Vintage Swedish Kilim Rollakan Rug Scandinavian Modern Judith Johansson Style
By Judith Johansson
Located in Dallas, TX
78498 Vintage Swedish Kilim Rollakan Rug, 04'08 x 06'08. ?Emanating Scandinavian Modern style with
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

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Wool

Scandinavian Modern Vintage Swedish Kilim Rollakan Rug by Anne Marie Boberg
By Anne Marie Boberg
Located in Dallas, TX
78265 Vintage Swedish Kilim Anne Marie Boberg Rollakan rug with Scandinavian Modern Style 05'07 x
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

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Wool

Ritva Puotila, Early and Rare Wool Rya Wall Hanging Rug, Scandinavian Modern
By Ritva Puotila
Located in Decatur, GA
Mattaalla" (In the Woods). There are two dedicated factory made fabric loops on this rug to slide a hanging
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Vintage 1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Swedish Rya Shag Rug with Scandinavian Modern Style and Danish Design
Located in Dallas, TX
77043, vintage Swedish Rya Shag rug with Scandinavian modern style and Danish design. This vintage
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Russian and Scandinavi...

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Wool

Vintage Scandinavian Swedish Kilim. Size: 7 ft 10 in x 12 ft
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Scandinavian Swedish Kilim, country of origin: Sweden, date circa midcentury. Size: 7 ft
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

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Wool

Scandinavian Cabinet 50 , Bookcase , wood wrought iron
By Scandinavian Authentic Furniture ( SAF )
Located in Valladolid, ES
This Gorgeous cabinet is a testament to Scandinavian ingenuity and craftsmanship, with an upper
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Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Arts and Crafts Cabinets

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Wrought Iron

Vintage Swedish Flat-Weave Wood Carpet Signed by Ingegerd Silow
By Ingegerd Silow
Located in Paris, FR
Ingegerd Silow (1916-2005) was one of the most prolific and influential Swedish carpet designers of the midcentury. She was part of a second generation of twentieth century Swedish...
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

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Wood

Vintage Swedish Flat-Weave Wood Carpet Signed by Ingegerd Silow
By Ingegerd Silow
Located in Paris, FR
Ingegerd Silow (1916-2005) was one of the most prolific and influential Swedish carpet designers of the midcentury. She was part of a second generation of twentieth century Swedish...
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

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Wood

Scandinavian Dining Chairs, S/6
By Scandinavian Authentic Furniture ( SAF )
Located in Grand Rapids, MI
Scandinavia, 1960s Set of six Scandinavian dining chairs in teak or rosewood. These are a nicely
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Vintage 1960s North American Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Rosewood, Teak

Scandinavian Dining Chairs, S/6
Scandinavian Dining Chairs, S/6
H 31.75 in W 18 in D 17.5 in
Swedish Designer, Carpet, Wool, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A blue, pink, orange and off-white flat weave wood carpet designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s.  
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

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Wool

Ida Rydelius Vintage Swedish Rollakan Rug
By Ida Rydelius
Located in Dallas, TX
Scandinavian kilims, reflecting the artistic trends of their era. Notably, textiles crafted by Rydelius are
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

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Wool

Ingegerd Silow Vintage Swedish Kilim Rollakan Runner, Örbyhus in Gul
By Ingegerd Silow
Located in Dallas, TX
Scandinavian Modern style, incredible detail and texture, this handwoven wool vintage Swedish rollakan rug is a
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

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Wool

Anna Johanna Ångström Vintage Swedish Kilim Rollakan Rug, Signed Å
By Anna Johanna Ångström
Located in Dallas, TX
to mid-20th century Scandinavian aesthetic. Renowned for her profound grasp of color, texture, and
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

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Wool

Ingegerd Silow Vintage Swedish Rollakan Rug,
By Ingegerd Silow
Located in Dallas, TX
77034 Vintage Swedish Kilim Rollakan Rug by Ingegerd Silow, 05'01 x 08'02. With its Scandinavian
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

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Wool

Ingegerd Silow Vintage Swedish Kilim Rollakan Rug, Örbyhus in Brun
By Ingegerd Silow
Located in Dallas, TX
78256 Vintage Swedish Rug Rollakan by Ingegerd Silow, 04'06 x 06'07. With its Scandinavian Modern
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

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Wool

Ingegerd Silow Vintage Swedish Rollakan Rug, Örbyhus in Gul
Located in Dallas, TX
78247 Vintage Swedish Rollakan Rug by Ingegerd Silow, 05'06 x 07'09. With its Scandinavian Modern
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

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Wool

Ingegerd Silow Rollakan Vintage Swedish Kilim Rug, Blå Rosa Tulpan Korsmönster
By Ingegerd Silow
Located in Dallas, TX
Scandinavian Modern style with incredible detail and texture, this handwoven vintage Swedish rollakan rug is a
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

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Wool

Signed Brita Svefors Vintage Swedish Rollakan Rug, Opal in Ockrabrun
By Brita Svefors
Located in Dallas, TX
the world of textile artistry. Exemplifying the essence of Scandinavian Modern style, the handwoven
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

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Wool

Signed Brita Svefors Vintage Light Blue Swedish Rollakan
Located in Dallas, TX
Scandinavian Modern style with incredible detail and texture, the handwoven wool vintage Swedish Rollakan rug
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Swedish Rya Rug with Stripes
Located in Dallas, TX
weathered wood, this vintage rya rug is a captivating vision of woven beauty. Perfect for a small space
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Late 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Swedish Rollakan Rug by Erik Lundberg for Vavaregarden
By Erik Lundberg, Vävaregården
Located in Dallas, TX
appearance, epitomizing the essence of Scandinavian style and serving as the perfect complement to rooms
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

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Wool

Red Yellow Orange and Brown Vintage Rya Rug Wall Hanging
Located in Chattanooga, TN
This versatile vintage Scandinavian Rya rug can be used as a decorative wall hanging or area rug
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Vintage 1970s Scandinavian Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

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Yarn

Antique Gharabagh Runner
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
discovery. Beautiful over wood, concrete, and marble floors, this antique Persian is impervious to trends
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Vintage 1910s Russian Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Gharabagh Runner
Antique Gharabagh Runner
W 53 in L 159 in
Semi-Antique Swedish Pile Rug by Konstfliten-Bohusslöjd
By Bohusslöjd
Located in Dallas, TX
enclosed with an amourette wood style border giving it definition and a sense of order. Woven signature
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Early 20th Century Swedish Art Nouveau Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

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Wool

Midcentury Danish Modern Ege Rya Wool Shag Rug 'Autumn Leaf' 2, 5' x 4, 9'
By Ege Rya
Located in Bochum, NRW
previous owner, it has the wood rod and ooks to be hanged. In very good vintage condition, the bottom
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

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Wool

Daghestan Rug Russian wool, 19th Century - N° 635
Located in Paris, FR
wood. High quality, beautiful graphics and remarkable finesse. Perfect state of preservation
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Antique 1860s Russian Tribal Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

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Wool

 Daghestan Rug Russian wool, 19th Century - N° 635
 Daghestan Rug Russian wool, 19th Century - N° 635
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W 37.41 in L 59.06 in
1930s, Scandinavian design, armchair in green furniture fabric, ash wood.
Located in Tarm, 82
1930s, Scandinavian design. Armchair in green furniture fabric. Ash wood, brass springs in the seat
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Vintage 1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

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Fabric, Ash

1960s Mid-Century Modern Wood Octagonal Italian Side Table
By Ico Parisi, Scandinavian Authentic Furniture ( SAF )
Located in Aci Castello, IT
. This item it's in a lovely clean scandinavian style. This wood octagonal Italian coffee table features
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Wood, Teak

1960s, Scandinavian design, reupholstered armchair, furniture fabric, sheepskin.
Located in Tarm, 82
1960s, Scandinavian design. Completely renovated-reupholstered high-back armchair. Brand new
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

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Lambskin, Fabric, Teak

Scandinavian Modern Wood Box
Located in New York, NY
A round Scandinavian Modern teak wood box with lid, circa mid-20th century, Scandinavia. A great
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Decorative Boxes

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Teak

1960s, Scandinavian design, armchair in original condition, furniture velour.
Located in Tarm, 82
. Light green furniture velour, beech wood legs with brass plugs. Brass springs in the seat. Beech wood
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

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Velvet, Beech

1950s, Scandinavian design, wood armchair, ash wood, oak wood.
Located in Tarm, 82
1950s, Scandinavian highback armchair in ash and oak wood. Original good condition: no smells and
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

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Ash, Oak

Ban Wood & Steel Dining Table by Autonomous Furniture
By Autonomous Furniture, Kirk Van Ludwig
Located in Victoria, BC
The Ban table uses whitewashed Western maple, influenced by Scandinavian design, set on 3/8" curved
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2010s Canadian Modern Dining Room Tables

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Metal, Steel

Vintage Danish Modern Brown Leather Easy Chair & Ottoman Set from Berg Furniture
By Berg Furniture
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This vintage armchair and ottoman were produced in Denmark by Berg Furniture during the 1970s
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Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

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Leather, Wood

Scandinavian Modern Teak Armchairs from Jesper Furniture- set of 8
By Jesper International
Located in Trenton, NJ
This matching Set of Eight Scandinavian Modern Teak Armchairs by Jesper Furniture is a stunning
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Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

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Upholstery, Teak

Scandinavian Designer Ecological Wood Console
Located in Paris, FR
in harmony and contrasting wood colors add a vibrant balance to the piece. It´s unique asymmetric
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2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Console Tables

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Birch

Scandinavian Rosewood Coffee Table by Westnofa
By Westnofa Furniture
Located in San Jose, CA
rosewood grains wrapped with solid wood edge banding.
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Vintage 1960s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Rosewood

Midcentury Scandinavia Woodworks Co Teak Dining Chairs
By Scandinavian Woodworks
Located in Baltimore, MD
seats, retain its original upholstery, with stunning wood grain throughout. They remain in good vintage
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Vintage 1960s Singaporean Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Teak

Scandinavian pine wood Rocking chair
Located in Paris, FR
Scandinavian rocking chair from the 1970s in pine wood. The assembly is doweled with wood. The warm
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Vintage 1970s Scandinavian Arts and Crafts Rocking Chairs

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Wood, Pine

Scandinavian pine wood Rocking chair
Scandinavian pine wood Rocking chair
H 37.41 in W 32.29 in D 35.44 in
Scandinavian pine wood Rocking chair
Located in Paris, FR
Scandinavian pine wood Rocking Chair - 1970s
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Vintage 1970s Scandinavian Arts and Crafts Rocking Chairs

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Wood, Pine

Scandinavian pine wood Rocking chair
Scandinavian pine wood Rocking chair
H 37.41 in W 32.29 in D 35.44 in
Scandinavian Minimalist Style Wood Desk
Located in Paris, FR
Great Nordic style compact desk made of solid wood, oak or walnut (chosen by the buyer) offering
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2010s Portuguese Scandinavian Modern Desks

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Oak, Walnut

Scandinavian Minimalist Style Wood Desk
Scandinavian Minimalist Style Wood Desk
H 29.14 in W 47.25 in D 27.56 in
Large Scandinavian Wood and Formica Dining Table, circa 1960
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Large Scandinavian wood and formica dining table, circa 1960 by unknown designer. In good
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Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Tables

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Formica, Wood

Large Scandinavian Wood and Formica Dining Table, circa 1960
Large Scandinavian Wood and Formica Dining Table, circa 1960
No Reserve
H 30.32 in W 94.49 in D 39.38 in
Westnofa Scandinavian Midcentury Dresser
By Westnofa Furniture
Located in New York, NY
Scandinavian midcentury hard wood veneer dresser with 3 drawers on either side and a 2-door cabinet
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dressers

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Rosewood

1970s, Danish design, oak wood armchair in furniture wool, oak wood.
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Danish design. Oak wood armchair in furniture wool. Original very good condition: no smells
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

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Wool, Oak

Scandinavian Modern Wood Trivet with lnlaid Cork
Located in San Diego, CA
A very nice Scandinavian modern trivet with inlaid cork, circa 1970s. The trivets are in very good
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20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Serving Pieces

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Cork, Wood

Wood Scandinavian Bowl Centerpiece 1960s
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Midcentury moderrn design scandinavian teak wood bowl centerpiece, Denmark 1960s Please note
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

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Teak, Wood

Wood Scandinavian Bowl Centerpiece 1960s
Wood Scandinavian Bowl Centerpiece 1960s
H 4.34 in W 11.82 in D 11.82 in
Scandinavian solid wood Danish desk danish
By Arne Vodder
Located in Lyon, FR
Scandinavian solid wood desk from the 60s in the style of Arne vodder's work. Beautiful woodwork
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood

Scandinavian solid wood Danish desk danish
Scandinavian solid wood Danish desk danish
H 28.75 in W 54.73 in D 32.29 in
Scandinavian Sofa with Sculptural Frame in Stained Wood
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Sofa, leatherette, stained wood, Scandinavia, 1960s This sofa embodies a splendid construction
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Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Sofas

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Faux Leather, Wood

Johannes Andersen Scandinavian Dark Wood Nesting Tables 1960s
By Johannes Andersen
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern design dark wood nesting tables set designed by Johannes Andersen
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

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Wood

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Scandinavian Wood Furniture For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more in our collection of Scandinavian wood furniture on 1stDibs. A piece of Scandinavian wood furniture — often made from wood, hardwood and fabric — can elevate any home. Find 8957 options for an antique or vintage item from our selection of Scandinavian wood furniture now, or shop our selection of 2499 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Whether you’re looking for newer or older items, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A choice in our collection of Scandinavian wood furniture is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Scandinavian Modern, mid-century modern and modern styles are sought with frequency. A well-made object in our assortment of Scandinavian wood furniture has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Hans J. Wegner, Fritz Hansen and Børge Mogensen are consistently popular.

How Much is a Scandinavian Wood Furniture?

A piece of Scandinavian wood furniture can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,818, while the lowest priced sells for $1 and the highest can go for as much as $325,831.
Questions About Scandinavian Wood Furniture
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024
    Many companies make wood furniture. In fact, wood is one of the most commonly used materials for furniture construction. Some well-known makers include Hans J. Wegner, Stephanie Odegard Collection, Andrianna Shamaris, Stickley Furniture, Bassett Furniture, Baker Furniture Company and Cassina. Find a wide range of antique, vintage and contemporary wood furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Bleaching furniture is quite easy as a process. Pour bleach onto a rag and wipe it evenly onto the wood, as if applying to a counter until the bleach feels dry. To achieve a lighter color, simply repeat.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Bocote is the most expensive wood for furniture.

  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    The woods used in making furniture are categorized as softwood, which comes from evergreens; hardwood, from trees like oak, ash and mahogany; or hard & soft, referring to maple wood, which comes in both a soft and a hard variety.

  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    The kind of wood Mexican furniture is made of varies. However, most pieces made in Mexico are pine wood. In Michoacan, Puebla and Guanajuato, skilled woodworkers produce furniture by hand using traditional techniques and offer it for sale unfinished or varnished. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of wood furniture from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
    Whether Pulaski furniture is solid wood depends on the piece. Many of the American furniture maker's pieces feature solid wood construction. However, others are wood veneers over a wood base. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of Pulaski furniture from some of the world's top dealers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To see if your furniture is cherry wood, take a look at the grain. Cherry has a simple, closed grain, similar to maple wood. Shop a collection of cherry wood furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    The best wood for rustic furniture can be cedarwood. It not only adds rich crimson hues to rustic log furniture, but it also boosts rot resistance and acts as a natural insect repellent. The dense knots in cedar add to the rustic log furniture's natural appearance. This sort of wood is both long-lasting and cost-effective. It can withstand temperature and moisture variations, making it less likely to expand or contract in response to humidity. In humid regions, it holds up nicely. Shop a variety of cedar furniture today on 1stDibs.
  • Lotus Gallery
    Lotus GallerySeptember 23, 2020

    The two most revered and expensive woods in classical Chinese furniture are huanghuali (黄花梨)  and zitan (紫檀)

  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Ercol furniture makes pieces out of a variety of hardwoods. Some popular materials include ash, walnut, elm, beech and oak. Typically, the company sources wood from North America and Europe. On 1stDibs, you can find a selection of Ercol furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    Yes, most Bassett furniture is solid wood. The American furniture maker sources Appalachian hardwoods like cherry, oak and maple to use in its furniture. To ensure quality, all pieces are built by hand with techniques passed down from carpenters working in Appalachia during the 18th century. Explore a diverse assortment of Bassett furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, in fact, pecan wood has been used for furniture, cabinetry and even in making certain tools. Pecan wood is durable and only moderately heavy. Shop a collection of pecan wood furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Teakwood is a type of wood popularly used in Indonesian furniture. It is a tropical hardwood mainly used in Java, Indonesia, that can grow up to 130 feet tall. Shop a collection of Indonesian furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    The best wood for outdoor furniture is a matter of preference. Teak, cypress, white oak and cedar are said to be among the most popular materials for outdoor furniture. Hardwoods are typically stronger and denser than their softwood counterparts when it comes to choosing the best tables and chairs for your patio and garden. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage wooden outdoor furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Stickley furniture is made from a variety of wood types. However, the furniture manufacturer is best known for working with high-quality solid white oak wood. You'll find a collection of Stickley furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Drexel Furniture was known for the use of oak wood, native to the area in North Carolina where the company was based. Their attention to quality and detail highlighted the beauty of the wood they used. Browse a variety of Drexel Furniture pieces from top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024
    Whether Bernhardt furniture is solid wood or not varies from piece to piece. The furniture maker does use solid hardwoods to produce the frames of some of its upholstered goods and instead employs plywood and engineered wood for frame construction. Many of Bernhardt's other furnishings feature wood veneers rather than solid wood. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Bernhardt furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 12, 2024
    Yes, oak wood is good for furniture. Due to its density, oak furniture is sturdy and can stand the test of time. The wood is also fairly resistant to rot, mold and mildew, especially when given a protective finish. As a result, it can even be used to make outdoor furniture. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of wood furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024
    Yes, some IKEA furniture is made of real wood. The Swedish furniture maker produces many of its pieces out of solid wood. Other pieces feature wood composites, which are a mix of manufactured board, wood fiber and other materials. Find a collection of vintage IKEA furniture from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Heywood-Wakefield uses solid wood to create its furniture. The lumber used for the designs is sustainable and harvested from farms in New Hampshire. You can shop a collection of Heywood-Wakefield furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

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