Viggo Sten Møller side chair from the 1930’s
Located in Valby, 84
Danish architect Viggo Sten Møller. was a Danish architect and writer. He was the father of Henrik Sten
Papercord, Beech
Hans Wegner JH-512 Oak Folding Chair, c. 1950s
By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen
Located in London, England
. Literature: 'Danimarca', Domus, no. 259, June 1951, p. 29 Svend Erik Møller and Viggo Sten Møller, Dansk
Rattan, Oak
Hans Wegner Pair of JH-512 Oak Folding Chairs, 1949
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in London, England
Erik Møller and Viggo Sten Møller, Dansk Møbelkunst, Københavns snedkerlaugs møbeludstilling 1927-1951
Rattan, Oak
Danish Modern Ladder-Back Armchairs by Viggo Sten Møller
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Minneapolis, MN
Exquisitely elegant set of six armchairs designed by Viggo Sten Møller. Beech frames with linen
Beech, Linen
Danish Modern Transitional Viggo Sten Møller Dining Chairs
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Minneapolis, MN
Built of European beechwood; these rare Viggo Sten Møller Scandinavian modern dining chairs feature
Beech
Hans Wegner Pair of JH-512 Oak Folding Chairs, 1949
By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen
Located in London, England
Literature: 'Danimarca', Domus, no. 259, June 1951, p. 29 Svend Erik Møller and Viggo Sten Møller, Dansk
Rattan, Oak
Hans Wegner JH-512 Oak Folding Chair, 1949
By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen
Located in London, England
. 259, June 1951, p. 29 Svend Erik Møller and Viggo Sten Møller, Dansk Møbelkunst, Københavns
Rattan, Oak
Sold
W 42.13 in L 56.3 in
Barbro Nilsson for Märta Måås-Fjetterström "Enbär" Juniper Berry Swedish Carpet
By Barbro Lundberg Nilsson, Märta Måås-Fjetterström
Located in Brooklyn, NY
, colour plate opposite page 65; Möller, Viggo Sten: En bok om Barbro Nilsson, Stockholm/Barcelona 1977
Wool, Linen
Barbro Nilsson Carpet for Marta Maas-Fjetterstrom, Sweden, 1952
By Märta Måås-Fjetterström, Barbro Lundberg Nilsson
Located in Copenhagen, DK
. Litterature: Möller, Viggo Sten: En bok om Barbro Nilsson, Stockholm/Barcelona 1977, colour plates page 68
Sold
H 118.9 in W 79.14 in L 118.9 in
Barbro Nilsson Large Falurutan Carpet for Marta Maas-Fjetterstrom, Sweden, 1952
By Märta Måås-Fjetterström, Barbro Lundberg Nilsson
Located in Copenhagen, DK
. Literature: Compare with Möller, Viggo Sten: En bok om Barbro Nilsson, Stockholm or Barcelona 1977, color
Kay Fisker Klismos Chair with Horsehair Seat, Denmark, 1920s
By Kay Fisker
Located in Maastricht, NL
previously owned by architect Viggo Sten Møller, a contemporary of Fisker.
Beech
$20,262 / item
H 27.56 in W 94.49 in D 39.38 in
Giovannetti, 1970s Anfibio Foldable Sofa in Cream Colored Fabric Project, Becchi
By Alessandro Becchi
Located in Casalguidi, IT
The bed-sofa, designed by Alessandro Becchi together with the Giovannetti staff has recently celebrated its 50 years. Its history is full of important events and participations. A p...
Wool, Cotton
Hand-Knotted Lion Persian Tribal Animal Rug, 3' x 5'
Located in New York, NY
This 2016 Orley Shabahang signature carpet consists of a wool and silk pile and organic vegetable dyes. Created in Iran, in a village surrounding the city of Arak, formerly known as ...
Wool
On Hold|$3,400
H 27.56 in W 41.34 in D 37.41 in
De Sede DS-101 Lounge Chair in Patinated Cognac Leather 1970s
By De Sede
Located in Meer, VAN
De Sede DS-101 Lounge Chair in Patinated Cognac Leather 1970s Directly from the first owner, this is an early 1970s De Sede DS-101 lounge chair in wonderfully patinated cognac leath...
Leather
$5,346 / item
H 25.6 in Dm 16.54 in
Josef Hoffmann Wiener Werkstätte Pendant Jugendstil Silk Chandelier, Re-Edition
By Woka Lamps, Josef Hoffmann, Wiener Werkstätte
Located in Vienna, AT
A Josef Hoffmann design for the Staekelborg, Knips and for the Berta Zuckerkandl Mansion. Comes as well in other sizes and colors. The other images shows the lamp in a showroom of th...
Brass
$113,888
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
$6,500 / set
H 28.75 in W 23.63 in D 20.48 in
Charlotte Perriand “LC7” Chairs for Cassina, Brown Leather, 1927, Set of 2
By Cassina, Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand Cassina, Charlotte Perriand
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Charlotte Perriand, Pierre Jeanneret and Le Corbusier “LC7” dining chairs for Cassina, brown leather and metal, Italy, 1927, Set of two An icon with a versatile and functional soul,...
Steel
$19,000 / item
H 12.5 in W 62 in D 54 in
Solid Tree Trunk Coffee Table Made of a Thick Cross Section of Vinhatico Wood
By José Zanine Caldas
Located in North Miami, FL
A fantastic low coffee table circa 1979 in stained vinhatico wood. This live edge Brazilian tree trunk is over 5 feet in diameter with 4 iron cylindrical base legs for maximum stabi...
Iron
Mid-century Modern Ceiling Lamp by Stilux, 1950s, Italy
By Stilux
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Mid-century Modern Italian Ceiling Lamp by Stilux, 1950s, Italy This lamp works with 6 x E27 light bulbs. Wired and Suitable to use 110-220V in all countries. Please do not hesitat...
Metal, Brass
Unavailable|$10,190
H 7.49 in W 44.1 in D 29.53 in
Brazilian Mid Century Free Form Wooden Sofa Table attr. to José Zanine Caldas
By José Zanine Caldas
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare Brazilian mid century sculptural wooden free form coffee / sofa table attributed to José Zanine Caldas with nice patina and natural cracks and old repairs. In good vintage condi...
Elm
$933
H 4.73 in W 16.93 in D 18.51 in
Wood Sink, Basin, Solid Wood, Walnut, Contemporary Design, Logniture
By Logniture
Located in Stara Gradiška, HR
Handmade carved walnut sink, a stunning blend of natural beauty and artisanal craftsmanship. This unique piece features a rich, warm walnut finish that highlights the intricate carvi...
Wood, Walnut
$2,250
H 36.5 in W 18.75 in D 11 in
Antique Dollys Favorite Cast Iron Childs Salesman Sample Stove by Favorite Stove
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Dolly's Favorite Cast Iron Childs Salesman Sample Stove by Favorite Stove & Range Co. Circa 1900. Measurements: 36.5" H (with chimney) x 23.25" H (without chimney) x 18.75" ...
Iron
Sold|$8,900
H 34.75 in W 28.5 in D 29.25 in
Brazilian Designer, Lounge Chair, Wood, Fabric, Brazil, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A wood and grey beige fabric lounge chair designed and produced in Brazil, c. 1950s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 34.75"H x 28.5"W x 29.25"D Seat Height (inches): 17.25" Arm Heigh...
Fabric, Wood
$1,296
H 5.52 in W 18.51 in D 17.33 in
Bathroom Sink, Basin, Solid Carved Walnut Wood, Handmade, Logniture
By Logniture
Located in Stara Gradiška, HR
Unique handmade wooden sink carved by artist from single piece of walnut wood with basic carving tools, easy maintaining. Great for any interior, whether it be modern or rustic, it w...
Wood, Walnut
19th Century French Painted Commode
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Late 19th Century French bleached and painted walnut commode. Circa 1890.
Walnut
Gabriel Laneyrie petit-point needlework panel tapestry 1934
Located in Paris, IDF
French artist Gabriel Laneyrie made this petit-point needlework panel in Paris in 1934, named La porteuse d’eau, The water bearer. The tapestry displays a beautiful France province ...
Wool
Rare Angelo Mangiarotti Writing Desk in Birch from Own Studio
By Angelo Mangiarotti
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Angelo Mangiarotti for Piero Frigerio, writing desk, birch, Italy, late 20th century A highly rare and valuable piece of furniture that has been used for Angelo Mangiarotti's design...
Birch
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.
You know the designs, now get the stories about how they came to be.
If anyone is brave, humble and adept enough to recolor these mid-century masterpieces, it’s Ilse Crawford. Here, she gives us the details on her five earthy paint choices and tells us how she feels about design collaborations.
In an innovative display, the Designmuseum Danmark is permanently exhibiting the 20th century's most iconic seats.
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