Aby Möbelfabrik table 1930s
By Åby Möbler
Located in Antwerpen, BE
manufacturer Åby Möbelfabrik 1930 Åby Möbelfabrik was known for producing high-quality wooden fu
Vintage 1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Pine
Aby Möbelfabrik table 1930s
By Åby Möbler
Located in Antwerpen, BE
manufacturer Åby Möbelfabrik 1930 Åby Möbelfabrik was known for producing high-quality wooden fu
Pine
Cabinet, Åby Möbelfabrik, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Cabinet in the Swedish Grace style by an unknown designer, produced by Åby Möbelfabrik, Sweden
Beech, Teak, Burl
Swedish Modern Bureau by Åby Möbelfabrik, 1940s
By Åby Möbler
Located in Karlstad, SE
Beautiful bureau by Åby Möbelfabrik, Sweden, circa 1940. This bureau is made of elm and elm root
Elm
Table by Åby Möbelfabrik, Sweden, 1940s
By Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Pine table produced by Åby Möbelfabrik in the 1940s, in the spirit of Swedish sports cabin
Iron
$7,500
H 30.32 in W 28.35 in D 29.14 in
Åby Möbelfabrik 'Lövåsen' Armchair in Pine and Light Fabric, 1940s
By Åby Möbler
Located in Prague, New Town
Rare ‘Lövåsen’ armchair, made by Åby Möbelfabrik, Sweden, 1940s. Solid pine, details in wrought
Iron
$8,238
H 64.97 in W 50.4 in D 18.71 in
Swedish Modern Stained Pine Cabinet by Otto Dahlin for Åby Möbelfabrik, 1940s
By Åby Möbler
Located in Kramfors, SE
Swedish modern cabinet by Åby Möbelfabrik around the 1940s. Sport cabin furniture (Sportstugemöbel
Pine
Pine Barrel Armchair by Åby Möbelfabrik, Sweden 1940s
By Åby Möbler
Located in Utrecht, NL
Åby Möbelfabrik as the robust, barrel-like body has a rounded construction, with the back flowing into
Fabric, Pine
$11,500 / set
H 29.9 in W 28.3 in D 27.5 in
Åby Möbelfabrik, Lounge Chairs, Pine, Iron, Fabric, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
produced by Åby Möbelfabrik, Sweden, c. 1930s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 29.9“ H x 28.3” W x 27.5” D
Iron
Pine sideboard "Lövåsen" by Åby Möbelfabrik, Sweden, 1940s
By Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
A rare sideboard produced by Åby Möbelfabrik in Sweden during the 1940s. The model “Lövåsen
Wrought Iron
Pine and Iron Armchair for Åby Möbelfabrik, Sweden 1940s
By Åby Möbler
Located in Utrecht, NL
beautiful and unique wood grain, further enhancing the natural beauty of the material. This armchair by Åby
Iron
$3,800
H 28.75 in W 54.34 in D 30.91 in
Swedish Mid-20th Century, Solid Pine Dining Table, Åby Möbelfabrik, 1940s
By Åby Möbler, Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Odense, DK
Lundquist and produced by Åby Möbelfabrik in Gothenburg. A classic example of 1930s/40s Swedish
Pine
$11,700 / set
H 30.12 in W 27.96 in D 26.78 in
Rare Åby Möbelfabrik Pair of 'Lövåsen' Barrel Armchairs in Solid Pine and Iron
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Åby Möbelfabrik, pair of 'Lövåsen' lounge chairs, solid pine, iron, Sweden, 1940s These Swedish
Iron
AB Åby Möbelfabrik Pine Rocking Chair, Sweden 1940s
Located in Utrecht, NL
. Åby furniture factory was located in Tjureda parish, in Sweden’s Växjö municipality. The company
Pine
Rare pine cabinet by Otto Dahlin, Sweden, 1940s
By Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Produced by Åby Möbelfabrik and retailed by Otto Dahlin in Stockholm during the 1940s. Made in
Iron
Axel Einar Hjorth Style Pine Table
By Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Long Island City, NY
Pine table in style of Axel Einar Hjorth produced by Aby Mobelfabrik. Pine with iron brockets
Pine
Sideboard by Åby Möbelfabrik
Located in London, GB
A pine sideboard by Åby Möbelfabrik Sweden, Circa 1940
Pine
Pine and iron sideboard by Åby Möbelfabrik, Sweden, 1940s
By Åby Möbler
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Sideboard by anonymous designer. Produced by Åby Möbelfabrik in Sweden during the 1940s. Made in
Iron
Swedish pine chair produced by Åby Möbelfabrik, 1940s
By Åby Möbler
Located in Farsta, SE
Swedish pine chair produced by Åby Möbelfabrik, 1940s. It has a strong resemblance to Axel Einar
Iron
Sold
H 25.6 in W 37.41 in D 23.63 in
Scandinavian Pine and Iron Table by Åby Möbelfabrik, Sweden, 1930s
By Åby Möbler
Located in Prague, New Town
Scandinavian pine and iron table, attributed to Axel Einar Hjorth, manufactured by Åby Möbelfabrik
Iron
Swedish pine table "Lövåsen" by Åby Möbelfabrik 1940s
By Åby Möbler
Located in Farsta, SE
Swedish pine table "Lövåsen," (meaning "leaf hill") produced by Åby Möbelfabrik,1940s. The
Iron
Swedish designer pine sideboard by Åby Möbelfabrik, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Sideboard by anonymous designer for Åby Möbelfabrik in Sweden during the 1940s. Rare model from a
Wrought Iron
Sold
H 30.32 in W 28.35 in D 29.14 in
A Pair of Pine and Iron Armchairs for Åby Möbelfabrik, Sweden 1940s
By Åby Möbler
Located in Utrecht, NL
unique wood grain, further enhancing the natural beauty of the material. This pair of armchairs by Åby
Iron
Pine and Iron Easy Chairs by Åby Möbelfabrik, Sweden, 1930s
By Åby Möbler
Located in Utrecht, NL
to the pine body serve both a functional and aesthetic role. Åby furniture factory was located in
Iron
Sold
H 37.21 in W 27.96 in D 14.97 in
Elm Chest of drawers model 146 designed by Carl-Axel Acking from the 1940s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Chest of drawers, anonymous for Åby Möbelfabrik Sweden, 1940s. Elm and elm root veneer. H: 94.5
Elm
Sold
H 33.86 in W 19.3 in D 18.9 in
Swedish deigner pine dining chairs produced by Åby Möbelfabrik, 1930s
By Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Sports cabin pine chairs by Swedish designer. Produced by Åby Möbelfabrik during the 1930s. Good
Pine
Swedish Modern 1940s Cabinet by Åby Möbelfabrik
Located in Örebro, SE
black painted feet similar to paws. At the last picture an aerial photo showing Åby furniture
Birch, Elm
Sold
H 31.7 in W 15.75 in D 19.69 in
Set of 4 'Ängåsen' Pine Dining Chairs by Ferdinand Lundquist, Sweden, 1940s
By Axel Einar Hjorth, Åby Möbler, Ferdinand Lundquist
Located in Odense, DK
Lundquist and produced by Åby Möbelfabrik in Gothenburg. A classic example of 1930s/40s Swedish
Pine
Rare early 20th century Sofa by Frits Henningsen
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Allerum, SE
Rare and elegant early 20th century mahogany and leather sofa by Frits Henningsen with leather-covered back, with Neoclassical tapered legs terminating in cube feet. ca 1930s Denmark...
Leather, Mahogany
Monumental Akari Model 70F Light Sculpture by Isamu Noguchi
By Akari, Isamu Noguchi, Ozeki & Co. Ltd. 1
Located in Glendale, CA
Monumental Akari model 70F light sculpture by Isamu Noguchi. The shade is made from handmade washi paper and bamboo ribs with original Noguchi Akari manufacturer's stamp. Akari light...
Metal
$1,650 / item
H 16.1 in Dm 11.5 in
'Plissé White Edition' Pleated Textile Table Lamp by Folkform for Örsjö
By Örsjö Industri AB
Located in Glendale, CA
'Plissé White Edition' pleated textile table lamp by Folkform for Örsjö. This unique table lamp was awarded “Lighting of the Year 2022” by Residence Magazine Sweden, who called it “...
Textile
$5,046 / item
H 56.11 in W 25.6 in D 19.1 in
Arcate sideboard, in Canaletto walnut by Accardibuccheri Medulum for Medulum
By Mauro Accardi & Silvia Buccheri
Located in Meolo, Venezia
Il settimanale Arcate fa parte di una collezione esclusiva che include comodini e comò, ideata dal rinomato studio milanese Accardi Buccheri per il brand MEDULUM. La scocca, realizza...
Walnut
Rosso Wall Mirror
By Specchi Veneziani
Located in Milan, IT
Crafted in the finest Murano tradition, this exquisite Venetian mirror is a true work of art. Assembled with crystal and gold elements, and adorned with red glass flowers, each piece...
Glass
Panoplie Iron Tripod Floor Lamp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Iron tripod floor lamp with slender legs and tapered feet. New wiring and new linen shade. Sold individually and newly made by Panoplie. Please inquire for current lead time. Measure...
Iron
$112,616
H 29.14 in W 66.93 in D 21.66 in
Utö Library Table by Axel Einar Hjorth for Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden, 1932
By Axel Einar Hjorth, Nordiska Kompaniet
Located in Hønefoss, 30
Rare and authentic Utö library table designed by Axel Einar Hjorth, manufactured by Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden, 1932. Wear consistent with age and use, including surface scratches, m...
Pine
Panoplie Petite Iron Tripod Lamp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Petite iron tripod lamp with slender legs and tapered feet. New wiring and new oyster linen shade. Multiple available, sold individually. Takes one E12 base bulb, up to 25 W or highe...
Iron
Danish Mid-Century Bar Cabinet in Rosewood by Kurt Østervig
Located in Karlstad, SE
Enhance your home with the classic charm of Scandinavian mid-century design with this breathtaking bar by Kurt Østervig for KP Møbler, Denmark. The rosewood exterior boasts beautiful...
Brass
$29,648
H 61.82 in W 37.41 in D 17.72 in
Exceptional Bo Lindahl Cabinet in Walnut and Rosewood Marquetry, Sweden, 1953
Located in The Hague, NL
This exceptional cabinet was designed and handcrafted by Bo Lindahl in Sweden. This unique masterpiece was created as a journeyman's piece at the Central Workshop School in Häggvik, ...
Brass
$6,450 / set
H 32.88 in W 78.75 in D 63.19 in
Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Set with Table, Bench, Set of Chairs
By Rainer Daumiller
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Dining room set consisting of a dining table, bench, and pair of chairs, solid beech, Scandinavia, 1980s This expansive dining room set is a rare find, distinguished by its exceptio...
Beech
Amuneal's Brass Pantry Cabinetry
By Amuneal
Located in New York, NY
Amuneal's Brass Pantry Cabinetry, part of our metal Kitchen Collection, is designed as a feature element for any space. The three doors on the upper cabinets are fabricated with a kn...
Brass
Mid 20th century Solid oak Brutalist sideboard
Located in Malton, GB
This is a striking mid 20th century Solid oak Brutalist sideboard. Well made and complete with adjustable shelves. (Image shows one side empty but the shelves are on their way!). The...
Oak
Vintage Danish Brutalist Oak Dining Table, 1960s.
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Asaa, DK
Vintage Danish Brutalist Oak Dining Table, 1960s. Scandinavian Mid-Century modern rectangular dining room table in Nordic oak. Very likely designed by Henning Kjærnulf, Denmark (born...
Oak
Custom French Plaster Chandelier in the Style of Jean-Charles Moreux
By Jean-Charles Moreux
Located in New York, NY
An Elegant and Timeless, Custom French Modern Neoclassical Plaster Chandelier / Pendant or Flush Mount Ceiling Light in the style of the French Mid-century architect-decorator Jean-C...
Metal
Swedish Table in Solid Pine
By Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Karlstad, SE
A charming and sturdy dining table, crafted in pine and manufactured in Sweden during the 1950s, possibly designed by Göran Malmvall for the esteemed furniture maker Svensk Fur. This...
Pine
Scandinavian modernism is perhaps the warmest and most organic iteration of modernist design. The work of the designers associated with vintage Scandinavian modern furniture was founded on centuries-old beliefs in both quality craftsmanship and the ideal that beauty should enhance even the humblest accessories of daily life.
ORIGINS OF SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
CHARACTERISTICS OF SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
ICONIC SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
VINTAGE SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS
The gentle, organic contours that are typical of Scandinavian design appear in the furnishings and decor created by Danish, Finnish and Swedish designers not as a stylistic gesture, but rather as a practical, ergonomic — and, as importantly, elegant — response to the human form.
Each nation produced exceptional talents in all areas of the applied arts, yet each had its forté. Sweden was home to Greta Magnusson Grossman and Bruno Mathsson — creators of the classic Grasshopper lighting series and Berlin daybed, respectively — but the country excelled most notably at ceramics. In the 1920s at the great Gustavsberg porcelain manufactory, Wilhelm Kåge introduced pieces in the Scandinavian style based on influences from folklore to Cubism; his skills were passed on to his versatile and inspired pupils Berndt Friberg and Stig Lindberg.
Likewise, Finland produced a truly ingenious Scandinavian modern furniture designer in the architect Alvar Aalto, a master at melding function and artistic form in works like the Paimio chair, created in collaboration with his first wife, Aino. Yet Finnish glassware was pre-eminent, crafted in expressive, sculptural designs by Tapio Wirkkala and Timo Sarpaneva.
The Danes excelled at chairs. Hans Wegner and Arne Jacobsen were exemplars of the country’s facility with wood, particularly teak.
Wegner created such iconic pieces as the Round chair and the Wishbone chair; Jacobsen — while the revolutionary architect and furniture innovator produced the best-selling plywood Ant chair — designed two classic upholstered pieces of the 1950s: the Swan chair and Egg chair. The list of great Danes could go on and on, including Finn Juhl, a stylistic maverick and maker of the bold Chieftain chair; Poul Kjaerholm, with his lean metal-and-rattan aesthetic; and Verner Panton, who introduced a vibrant Pop note into international design.
Today, decades after their heyday, the prolific, ever-evolving Scandinavian modernists continue to amaze and delight, and interior designers all over the world use their pieces to bring warmth to any given space.
On 1stDibs, you will note both instantly recognizable vintage Scandinavian modern chairs, sofas, rugs and tables — those that have earned iconic status over time — and many new discoveries.
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You know the designs, now get the stories about how they came to be.
With an in-house workshop, the gallery not only proposes beautifully restored vintage classics but also recently launched a line of pieces under license, spearheaded by Arnold Madsen’s iconic Clam chair.
If anyone is brave, humble and adept enough to recolor these mid-century masterpieces, it’s Ilse Crawford. Here, she gives us the details on her five earthy paint choices and tells us how she feels about design collaborations.
In an innovative display, the Designmuseum Danmark is permanently exhibiting the 20th century's most iconic seats.
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The Finnish talent created nature-inspired pieces, from furniture to jewelry, with phenomenal staying power.
Kersti Sandin and Lars Bülow want their new endeavor to educate both students and professionals about furniture design.