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Swedish Sheepskin Lounge Chair, 1930s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Amazing Swedish 1930s lounge chair in an oversized design with clean lines. Upholstered with
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Vintage 1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

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Sheepskin

Swedish Sheepskin Lounge Chair, 1930s
Swedish Sheepskin Lounge Chair, 1930s
H 42.52 in W 29.93 in D 31.89 in
Rare Pair of Swedish Sheepskin Easy Chairs, 1950s
By Sten Wicén, Viggo Boesen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Reupholstred in white sheepskin, excellent condtition. Produced by Sten Wicéns Möbelfabrik, Sweden
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

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Sheepskin

Rare Pair of Swedish Sheepskin Easy Chairs, 1950s
Rare Pair of Swedish Sheepskin Easy Chairs, 1950s
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H 30.32 in W 34.65 in D 33.47 in
20th Century Yellow Swedish Sheepskin Lounge Chair - Vintage Scandinavian Chair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
yellow sheepskin. Wear consistent with age and use, circa 1940-1960, Sweden, Scandinavia. Measures: Seat
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Corner Chairs

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Animal Skin, Fur, Walnut

Pair of Scandinavian armchairs 'Stora Furulid' in sheepskin by Carl Malmsten
By Carl Malmsten
Located in SON EN BREUGEL, NL
legs. New soft upholstery in Swedish sheepskin. Stamped at the leg: CM. Period- ca. 1950-1959 Place of
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

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Sheepskin, Wood

Swedish Modern armchair in sheepskin, 1940-50s
By Swedish Furniture Guild
Located in Säffle, SE
Swedish Modern armchair from the mid-century. One of only two ever documented, which make the
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Sheepskin, Beech

Swedish Modern armchair in sheepskin, 1940-50s
Swedish Modern armchair in sheepskin, 1940-50s
H 38.59 in W 30.71 in D 29.93 in
Art Deco Curved Sheepskin / Shearling "Sahara" Lounge Chair Sweden, 1940s
By OPE
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
This lounge chair was made in the 1940s Sweden. The curves and structure on this furniture takes
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Vintage 1940s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Sheepskin

Midcentury Modern "Teve" Chair in Sheepskin/Shearling Alf Svensson, Sweden, 1955
By Alf Svensson, Ljungs Industrier Sweden
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
The "TeVe-chair" by Alf Svensson for Ljungs Industrier made in Sweden 1955. The chair given that
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Sheepskin, Beech

Swedish Modern Sheepskin Side Chair
By Arnold Madsen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A Swedish Modern Side Chair newly upholstered in high-quality Sheepskin by Scandilock. This chair
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Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

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Sheepskin, Wood

Swedish Modern Sheepskin Side Chair
Swedish Modern Sheepskin Side Chair
H 31.5 in W 23.5 in D 24 in
Swedish Designer, Stool, Wood, Sheepskin, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A wood and sheepskin stool designed and produced by a Swedish designer, Sweden, c. 1950s.
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Stools

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Sheepskin, Wood

1940s Swedish Curved Sheepskin Sofa
Located in London, GB
wood and the sofa has been reupholstered in Skandilock 'Moonlight' sheepskin.
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Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

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Sheepskin, Elm

1940s Swedish Curved Sheepskin Sofa
1940s Swedish Curved Sheepskin Sofa
H 28.75 in W 72.45 in D 39.38 in
Swedish Modern Sheepskin sofa, 1946
By Finn Juhl
Located in Uccle, BE
Sofa model BO46 by Finn Juhl for Bovirke, made in Denmark in 1946. Round beech legs. Upholstered in sheepkin. Leather buttons. Excellent vintage condition.
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Loveseats

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Sheepskin, Beech

Swedish Modern Sheepskin sofa, 1946
Swedish Modern Sheepskin sofa, 1946
H 32.29 in W 51.97 in D 29.14 in
Sheepskin, 1950s Swedish Armchairs
By Jindrich Halabala
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful period 1950s armchairs upholstered in Scandinavian sheepskin. Very minor wear and
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Sheepskin, Wood

Sheepskin, 1950s Swedish Armchairs
Sheepskin, 1950s Swedish Armchairs
H 29.14 in W 28.75 in D 19.69 in
Swedish Designer, Stool, Stained Wood, Sheepskin, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A stained wood a d sheepskin stool designed and produced in Sweden, 1940s.
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Vintage 1940s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Stools

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Sheepskin, Wood

Swedish Mid-Century Easy Chair with Sheepskin, Sweden 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
today as mid-century Swedish furniture design. This chair is designed in the typical Scandinavian modern
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

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Sheepskin, Wood

Swedish Designer, Organic Stool, Wood, Sheepskin, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
An organic stool in stained wood, overstuffed seat reupholstered in brand new sheepskin upholstery
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Stools

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Sheepskin, Wood

Swedish Designer, Organic Stool, Wood, Sheepskin, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
An organic stool in stained wood, overstuffed seat reupholstered in brand new sheepskin upholstery
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Stools

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Sheepskin, Wood

Swedish modern solid elm stools with sheepskin, 1940s, Sweden
Located in Hägersten, SE
Pair of Swedish modern stools made ca 1940s. Curved and slightly tapered legs in solid elm. New
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Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Stools

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Sheepskin, Elm

Swedish Designer, Stool, Stained Oak, Beige Sheepskin, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A stained oak and beige sheepskin stool designed and produced in Sweden, 1950s.
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Stools

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Sheepskin, Oak

Swedish Rocking Chair in Sheepskin, 1940s
By Viggo Boesen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Reupholstered in honey colored sheepskin. Produced in Sweden, 1940s.
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Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs

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Sheepskin

Swedish Rocking Chair in Sheepskin, 1940s
Swedish Rocking Chair in Sheepskin, 1940s
H 31.5 in W 25.99 in D 40.16 in
Swedish Modern Two-Seater Sofa in Sheepskin, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Utrecht, NL
By the middle of the 20th century, design and handicrafts from Sweden had caught the eye of the
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

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Sheepskin, Wood

Swedish Rocking Chair in Sheepskin, 1940s
By Viggo Boesen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Reupholstered in nature colored sheepskin. Produced in Sweden, 1940s. Completely restored.    
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Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs

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Sheepskin

Swedish Rocking Chair in Sheepskin, 1940s
Swedish Rocking Chair in Sheepskin, 1940s
H 25.6 in W 27.56 in D 39.38 in
Swedish Rocking Chair in Sheepskin, 1950s
By Viggo Boesen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Reupholstered in sheepskin. Produced in Sweden, 1950s. Pair available up on request.
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs

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Sheepskin

Swedish Rocking Chair in Sheepskin, 1950s
Swedish Rocking Chair in Sheepskin, 1950s
H 25.6 in W 27.56 in D 39.38 in
Swedish Daybed in Pine, Upholstered in Sheepskin
Located in Karlstad, SE
Daybed made of solid pine, manufactured in Sweden, 1970s. Condition: Signs of age and use on the
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20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

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Sheepskin, Pine

Swedish Daybed in Pine, Upholstered in Sheepskin
Swedish Daybed in Pine, Upholstered in Sheepskin
H 18.51 in W 83.86 in D 39.38 in
Swedish Designer, Stool, Stained Oak, Beige Sheepskin, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A stool in stained oak, overstuffed seat reupholstered in brand new sheepskin upholstery. Produced
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Stools

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Sheepskin, Oak

Swedish Rocking Chair in Sheepskin, 1940s
By Viggo Boesen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Reupholstered in honey colored sheepskin. Produced in Sweden, 1940s.
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Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs

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Sheepskin

Swedish Rocking Chair in Sheepskin, 1940s
Swedish Rocking Chair in Sheepskin, 1940s
H 31.5 in W 25.99 in D 40.16 in
Swedish Midcentury Wingback Lounge Chair in Sheepskin
Located in Karlstad, SE
Beautiful wingback lounge chair, produced in Sweden, circa 1950. With a simple, organic design and
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20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

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Sheepskin, Elm

Swedish Rocking Chair in Sheepskin, 1940s
By Viggo Boesen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Reupholstered in nature colored sheepskin. Produced in Sweden, 1940s.  
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Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs

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Sheepskin

Swedish Rocking Chair in Sheepskin, 1940s
Swedish Rocking Chair in Sheepskin, 1940s
H 25.6 in W 27.56 in D 39.38 in
Swedish Rocking Chair in Sheepskin, 1940s
By Viggo Boesen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Reupholstered in nature colored sheepskin. Produced in Sweden, 1940s.  
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Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs

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Sheepskin

Swedish Rocking Chair in Sheepskin, 1940s
Swedish Rocking Chair in Sheepskin, 1940s
H 25.6 in W 27.56 in D 39.38 in
Swedish Rocking Chair in Sheepskin, 1950s
By Viggo Boesen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare model. Reupholstered in honey colored sheepskin, black lacquered elm wood. Produced in
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs

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Sheepskin

Swedish Rocking Chair in Sheepskin, 1950s
Swedish Rocking Chair in Sheepskin, 1950s
H 27.56 in W 26.38 in D 39.38 in
Otto Schulz 1940s Sheepskin Swedish Wing Chair
By Otto Schulz
Located in London, GB
Otto Schulz Wing chair, c1940s An imposing and impressive wing chair from Swedish master
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Vintage 1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

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Sheepskin, Elm

Otto Schulz 1940s Sheepskin Swedish Wing Chair
Otto Schulz 1940s Sheepskin Swedish Wing Chair
H 41.74 in W 36.62 in D 33.86 in
Swedish Designer, Organic Stool, Oak, Deep Beige Sheepskin, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A stained oak and sheepskin stool designed and produced in Sweden, 1950s.
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Stools

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Sheepskin, Oak

Bruno Mathsson Lounge Chair "Pernilla" in Bluegrey Sheepskin
By Bruno Mathsson, Dux of Sweden
Located in Montclair, NJ
is dressed in Off White sheepskin in pictures BUT this has been replaced sheepskin in Dove Blue due
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Birch, Sheepskin

Swedish Mid-Century Modern, Shearling Lounge Chair, Sheepskin, Beech, 1950s
Located in Stamford, CT
Swedish Mid-Century Modern, Shearling Chair, Sheepskin, Beech, 1950s Chic modern arm, lounge, or
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Lounge Chairs

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Sheepskin, Beech

Swedish Designer, Mid-Century Accent Chairs, White Sheepskin, Oak, Sweden, 1960s
By Folke Ohlsson
Located in Stamford, CT
. Similar to Folke Ohlsson and likely produced by Dux Oak, White Shearling Sweden, 1960s Seat height: 19
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Late 20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Sheepskin, Wood

Pair of Swedish Rocking Chairs in Sheepskin, 1950s
By Viggo Boesen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Reupholstered in sheepskin. Produced in Sweden, 1950s. Excellent condition. Please note: Also sold
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs

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Sheepskin

Otto Schulz att. Sofa with Sheepskin upholstery, Sweden -1950s
By Otto Schulz
Located in Säffle, SE
Amazing mid-century design Sheepskin Sofa, attributed to Otto Schulz. Big proportions and newly
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Sheepskin, Oak

Swedish Modern Lounge Chairs in Shearling / Sheepskin and Elm, 1940s
By Axel Larsson
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
This pair of great look lounge chairs was produced in Sweden during the early 1940s. Gifted with
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Vintage 1940s Swedish Art Deco Lounge Chairs

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Sheepskin, Elm

Swedish Mid-Century Modern 'Paradiset' Sofa, Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist, Sheepskin
By Kerstin Horlin Holmquist
Located in Stamford, CT
Swedish Mid-Century Modern 'Paradiset' Sofa by Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist, Sheepskin Chic
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Loveseats

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Sheepskin, Wood

Midcentury Rocking Chair in Pine and Sheepskin Yngve Ekström Sweden
By Yngve Ekström, Gemla
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
This wonderfully crafted rocking chair was designed by famous Swedish designer Yngve Ekström in
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Vintage 1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Sheepskin, Pine

Contemporary Swedish Modern Style Sheepskin Footstool / Ottoman, Beige
By Philip Arctander
Located in Stamford, CT
Contemporary Swedish Modern Style Sheepskin Footstool / Ottoman, Beige Contemporary organic form
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Stools

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Sheepskin

Set of 2 Swedish Rocking Chairs in Sheepskin, 1950s
By Viggo Boesen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Reupholstered in honey colored sheepskin. Produced in Sweden, 1950s. Please note: Listed price is
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs

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Sheepskin

Scandinavian Modern Swedish White Sheepskin Easy Chair Attributed to Arne Norell
By Arne Norell
Located in Kramfors, SE
Scandinavian modern sheepskin chair from the mid-20th century attributed to Arne Norell, Sweden
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

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Sheepskin

Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs in Grey/Black Sheepskin Shearling Sweden, 1940
By Carl Malmsten
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
Pair of Swedish modern lounge chairs, with the typical look of its time. These ones are fully
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Vintage 1940s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Sheepskin, Birch

Swedish Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco Lounge Chairs, Sheepskin, Wood, 1930s
Located in Stamford, CT
Swedish Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco Lounge Chairs, Beige Shearling, Wood, 1930s Chic pair of Art
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Art Deco Lounge Chairs

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Sheepskin, Wood

Floating Easy Chair in Sheepskin by Otto Schulz (attr.), Sweden 1940s
By Otto Schulz
Located in Utrecht, NL
backrest are separated in a style that is typical of Swedish designer, Otto Schulz. This stylish feature
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Vintage 1940s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Sheepskin, Wood

Contemporary, Swedish Mid-Century Style, Tripod Stools, Black Sheepskin
By Philip Arctander
Located in Stamford, CT
Contemporary, Swedish Mid-Century Style, Tripod Stools, Black Sheepskin Contemporary organic form
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21st Century and Contemporary Mid-Century Modern Footstools

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Wood, Sheepskin

1940´s Set of Pinewood & Sheepskin Lounge Chairs by Swedish Cabinetmaker
By Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Odense, DK
Charming pair of solid pinewood easy chairs made in Sweden in the 1940s in the typical Swedish
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Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

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Sheepskin, Pine

1940´s Set of Pinewood & Sheepskin Lounge Chairs by Swedish Cabinetmaker
By Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Odense, DK
An amazing and rare pair of original lounge chairs made in Sweden in the 1940s in the typical
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Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

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Sheepskin, Pine

Pair of Swedish Mid Century Armless Easy Chairs in Sheepskin Produced, 1940s
Located in Stockholm, SE
dark mocha colored sheepskin. In great matching condition. Produced in Sweden 1940s. Dimensions: H
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Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

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Sheepskin, Beech

Pair Contemporary Sheepskin Stools / Ottomans, Swedish Modern Style, Shearling
By Philip Arctander
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair Contemporary Sheepskin Stools / Ottomans, Swedish Modern Style, Shearling Contemporary
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Footstools

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Sheepskin

Carl Malmsten "Farmor" Mid Century Armchair in Sheepskin Produced in Sweden 1950
By Carl Malmsten
Located in Stockholm, SE
newly upholstered dark grey sheepskin with a matching leather head cushion. In good condition. Produced
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

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Sheepskin, Beech

Carl Gustaf Hiort Af Ornäs, Lounge Chair, Wood, Sheepskin, Sweden, 1950s
By Carl Gustaf Hiort af Ornäs
Located in High Point, NC
A wood and shearling lounge chair attributed to Carl Gustaf Hiort af Ornäs, Finland, 1950s. For reference study model "Mikki" for Puunveisto Oy - Träsnideri Ab, Finland. ...
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

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Sheepskin, Wood

Stool in Mahogany and Sheepskin, Made in Sweden 1930s
Located in Lejre, DK
Stool in mahogany with in new sheepskin seat, designed and made in Sweden, circa 1930.
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Vintage 1930s Danish Stools

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Sheepskin, Mahogany

Contemporary, Swedish Modern, Sheepskin Stools, Honey Shearling, Ottomans, 2023
By Philip Arctander
Located in Stamford, CT
Two Contemporary Sheepskin Foot stools, Ottomans, Swedish Modern, Shearling Contemporary organic
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Stools

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Sheepskin

Pair Contemporary Swedish Modern Style Sheepskin Footstools / Ottomans, Beige
By Philip Arctander
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair Contemporary Swedish Modern Style Sheepskin Footstools / Ottomans, Beige Contemporary organic
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Footstools

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Sheepskin, Wood

Contemporary, Swedish Modern, Sheepskin Stools, Honey Shearling, Ottomans, 2023
By Philip Arctander
Located in Stamford, CT
Two Contemporary Sheepskin Foot stools, Ottomans, Swedish Modern, Shearling Contemporary organic
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Stools

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Sheepskin, Wood

Rocking Chair "Svensk Hemslöjd" Sheepskin & Pinewood, Sweden, Early 20th Century
By Svensk Hemslöjd, Axel Einar Hjorth, Torsten Claeson
Located in Odense, DK
Unique rocking chair handmade by a Swedish cabinetmaker in the early 20th century.. Made in solid
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Early 20th Century Swedish Folk Art Rocking Chairs

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Pine, Sheepskin

Otto Schulz Armchair in White Sheepskin and Beech, Boet, Sweden, 1940s
By Boet, Otto Schulz
Located in The Hague, NL
This rare wingback chair was designed by Otto Schulz and produced by Boet in Goteborg, Sweden in
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Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

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Leather, Sheepskin, Upholstery, Wood, Beech

Pair of Curved Swedish Modern Arm Lounge Chairs in Grey Sheepskin Produced 1940s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare pair of curved Swedish modern armchairs in style of Otto Schultz produced in Sweden, 1940s. In
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Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

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Sheepskin, Beech

Swedish modern sheepskin easy chair in the style of Otto Schulz, 1950s
By Otto Schulz
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
. Upholstered in high quality sheepskin with matching wool buttons on backrest.
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

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Sheepskin, Elm

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Swedish Sheepskin For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the Swedish sheepskin you’re looking for. Frequently made of animal skin, sheepskin and wood, every Swedish sheepskin was constructed with great care. Find 145 options for an antique or vintage Swedish sheepskin now, or shop our selection of 6 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect Swedish sheepskin — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. When you’re browsing for the right Swedish sheepskin, those designed in Scandinavian Modern, Mid-Century Modern and Art Deco styles are of considerable interest. A well-made Swedish sheepskin has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Yngve Ekström, Swedese and Alf Svensson are consistently popular.

How Much is a Swedish Sheepskin?

Prices for a Swedish sheepskin start at $273 and top out at $38,600 with the average selling for $8,810.

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.

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No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.