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1970s, Scandinavian chair, original very good condition, ash wood.
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Scandinavian chairs in original very good condition: no smells and no stains. Light red
Category
1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1970s Scandinavian Chair
Materials
Fabric, Ash
$1,558 / item
H 38.98 in W 26.38 in D 33.08 in
Dining / Desk Chair in Teak & Oatmeal Fabric, Scandinavia Woodworks, c. 1970's
By Scandinavian Woodworks
Located in Deland, FL
. exemplifies the minimalist elegance of 1970s Scandinavian design. Crafted from solid teak, the chair showcases
Category
1970s Thai Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970s Scandinavian Chair
Materials
Teak
$650 / item
H 32.5 in W 19.5 in D 21 in
Scandinavian Modern Plywood Dining Chairs, 1970s
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Antwerp, BE
Crafted from durable beech plywood, these chairs epitomize solidity and style, offering a refined
Category
Late 20th Century European Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1970s Scandinavian Chair
Materials
Plywood
Scandinavian Modern Pine Dining Chairs, 1970s
Located in Karis, Nyland
1970s. The chairs follow the Scandinavian modern ideals with the minimalistic design and high
Category
1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1970s Scandinavian Chair
Materials
Pine
$1,918 Sale Price / set
20% Off
H 30.32 in W 16.15 in D 17.33 in
Scandinavian Brutalist Oak rocking Chair, Scandinavia 1970s
Located in Utrecht, NL
While they play a prominent role in both architecture and pop culture, rocking chairs solidified
Category
1970s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1970s Scandinavian Chair
Materials
Oak
Scandinavian Swedish pine log stump chair "kubbstol" 1970s
Located in Zaandam, NL
came to us as Swedish although several Scandinavian countries like Norway made these chairs. This
Category
1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970s Scandinavian Chair
Materials
Pine
1970s Scandinavian Mid Century Modern Brown Leather Swivel Chair / Lounge Chair
Located in Skien, NO
Chair from ca. 1970s.
A high-quality Scandinavian / Norwegian / Swedish / Danish design, this
Category
1970s European Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1970s Scandinavian Chair
Materials
Metal
$1,500
H 34.65 in W 26.78 in D 31.89 in
Vintage scandinavian dining chairs, 1970s
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Vintage wooden dining chairs made in Denmark.
Wooden frames with cognac faux leather upholstery
Category
1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1970s Scandinavian Chair
Materials
Faux Leather, Wood
1970s Pair of Easy Chairs and Footstools, Scandinavian
By Elsa and Nordahl Solheim
Located in London, England
chairs with companion footstools, chromed metal supports, the cushions re-upholstered in sage green
Category
1970s European Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1970s Scandinavian Chair
Materials
Metal
Pair of 1970’s Swedish Leather Lounge Chairs
By Göte Möbler Nässjö
Located in Turners Falls, MA
Pair of 1970’s lounge chairs. Made in Sweden. Sculptural high back chair with button tufted red
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1970s Scandinavian Chair
Materials
Leather
Pair of vintage Swedish corduroy lounge chairs, 1970's
Located in Balen, BE
Comfortable and inviting pair of vintage lounge chairs from Sweden, dating to the 1970s. Could not
Category
1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1970s Scandinavian Chair
Materials
Fabric, Canvas, Wood
1970s, Vintage Scandinavian swivel chair, velour, original condition.
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Scandinavian design. Swivel chair five-star base. Dark brown velour. Original very good
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1970s Scandinavian Chair
Materials
Steel
$1,295 Sale Price
20% Off
H 38.19 in W 31.11 in D 37.01 in
Beautiful vintage set of Scandinavian Arne Norell Safari chairs from the 1970´s
By Arne Norell
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Pair of iconic Sirocco safari chairs by Arne Norell, crafted in the 1970s by Arne Norell AB in
Category
1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970s Scandinavian Chair
Materials
Leather
$4,556 / set
H 28.35 in W 25.99 in D 25.99 in
Scandinavian Lounge Chair Esko Pajamies “Pele” for Lepokalusto, Finland, 1970s
By Esko Pajamies
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
1970s.
The “Pele” lounge chair by Finnish designer Esko Pajamies isa very rare piece, and without a
Category
1970s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1970s Scandinavian Chair
Materials
Suede, Oak
$5,990
H 34.65 in W 35.44 in D 35.44 in
Vintage scandinavian dining chairs, 1970s
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Vintage wooden dining chairs with round seats and ladder backrests.
the backrests are bent, which
Category
1970s Danish Vintage 1970s Scandinavian Chair
Materials
Wood
1970s, Scandinavian swivel chair, original condition, brown furniture leather.
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Scandinavian design. Swivel chair in brown furniture leather. Original very good condition
Category
1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1970s Scandinavian Chair
Materials
Steel
$1,858
H 35.83 in W 35.04 in D 35.83 in
1970s, Scandinavian design, lounge chair, original condition, brown leather.
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Scandinavian design. Lounge chair in original very good condition: no smells, no stains
Category
1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1970s Scandinavian Chair
Materials
Leather, Canvas, Bentwood, Plywood
$1,642 / item
H 38.59 in W 32.29 in D 35.44 in
Bentwood 'Koivutaru' Chair & Ottoman Esko Pajamies for ASKO, Finland, c. 1970's
By Esko Pajamies
Located in Deland, FL
This absolutely exquisite 'Koivutaru' armchair with matching ottoman from the 70's in the rare
Category
1970s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1970s Scandinavian Chair
Materials
Rosewood
$3,200 / set
H 37 in W 26.75 in D 39 in
Bruno Mathsson Scandinavian Mid Century Mirja Tan Leather Lounge Chairs 1970s
By Dux of Sweden, Bruno Mathsson
Located in Reading, Berkshire
Pair of Bruno Mathsson for DUX Mirja Tan Leather Easy Lounge Chairs Made in Sweden Mid Century
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1970s Scandinavian Chair
Materials
Steel, Chrome
$6,170 / set
H 31.11 in W 23.63 in D 23.63 in
Iconic midcentury Scandinavian modern, "Parrot Chair" / Pepegojan, Swedish 1970s
By Ib Arberg, Abra Mobler
Located in Stockholm, SE
The iconic Papegojan / The Parrot chair designed by Ib & Anne Arberg for ABRA Möbler, Sweden 1970s
Category
1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970s Scandinavian Chair
Materials
Steel
$7,800
H 64.97 in W 29.53 in D 46.07 in
1970s, Scandinavian design, lounge chair, original condition, leather, bent wood
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Scandinavian lounge chair in original very good condition: no smells, no stains and stable
Category
1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1970s Scandinavian Chair
Materials
Leather, Beech, Bentwood
$1,379
H 36.23 in W 35.44 in D 33.86 in
Pair of 1970's Rainer Daumiller solid pinewoo dining chairs, Denmark
By Rainer Daumiller
Located in Bern, CH
Pair of 1970's Rainer Daumiller Danish modern dining chairs. Solid pinewood construction. Curved
Category
1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1970s Scandinavian Chair
Materials
Pine
$937 Sale Price
25% Off
H 33.86 in W 18.12 in D 18.12 in
Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Arne Norell Easy Chair, Sweden 1970s.
By Arne Norell, Norell Möbel AB
Located in Asaa, DK
Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Arne Norell Easy Chair, Sweden 1970s.
Safari Chair in green
Category
1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1970s Scandinavian Chair
Materials
Leather, Beech
$3,414
H 29.93 in W 32.68 in D 34.65 in
Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Arne Norell Easy Chair, Sweden 1970s.
By Norell Möbel AB, Arne Norell
Located in Asaa, DK
Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Arne Norell Easy Chair, Sweden 1970s.
Safari Chair in green
Category
1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1970s Scandinavian Chair
Materials
Leather, Beech
$4,373
H 29.93 in W 32.68 in D 34.65 in
Set of 4 1970s Scandinavian Pine Dining Chairs
By Rainer Daumiller
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Chunky set of 4 Scandinavian modernist pine dining chairs. The warm pine wood angularly crafted
Category
Mid-20th Century Rustic Vintage 1970s Scandinavian Chair
Materials
Pine
Set of 5 Vintage Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Plastic & Fabric Chairs, 1970s
By Overman
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This set of chairs was designed by Svante Schöblom for the Swedish Overman manufacture during the
Category
1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1970s Scandinavian Chair
Materials
Chrome
$1,434 Sale Price / set
20% Off
H 29.14 in W 17.72 in D 15.75 in
Set of 6 1970's Rainer Daumiller solid beechwood dining chairs, Denmark
By Rainer Daumiller, Hirtshals Savvaerk
Located in Bern, CH
Setof 6 1970's Rainer Daumiller Danish modern dining chairs. Solid beechwood construction. Curved
Category
1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1970s Scandinavian Chair
Materials
Pine
$2,880
H 32.68 in W 18.51 in D 18.51 in
Hans Wegner J16 Rocking chair by Kvist Mobler A/S, Denmark 1970
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Linkebeek, BE
Hans Wegner J16 Rocking chair by Kvist Mobler A/S, Denmark 1970
Scandinavian Mid-Century - Rocking
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1970s Scandinavian Chair
Materials
Wood
$1,630
H 42.52 in W 24.02 in D 31.5 in
Scandinavian Conference Chairs in Natural Leather, 1970s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Scandinavian conference chairs crafted from a harmonious blend of natural leather and wood. Each
Category
1970s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970s Scandinavian Chair
Materials
Leather, Wood
$2,250 / item
H 33.67 in W 23.63 in D 20.48 in
Odd Knutsen Luna Lounge Chairs by Hjellegjerde Mobler Norway 1970's 6 available
By Odd Knutsen
Located in New York, NY
Mobler circa 1970's, made in Norway. The chairs feature a leather sling seat, which is suspended in a
Category
Mid-20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1970s Scandinavian Chair
Materials
Leather, Wood
$1,600 / set
H 28.75 in W 24 in D 19 in
Magnus Olesen Stacking Armchair Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern, 1970s
By Rud Thygesen and Johnny Sorensen, Magnus Olesen
Located in Antwerp, BE
upholstery. Dimensions: 55 W x 48 D x 75 H cm. Chair of the 61 series, stackable laminated oak conference
Category
Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1970s Scandinavian Chair
Materials
Wool, Oak, Plywood
$287 Sale Price
20% Off
H 30.71 in W 21.66 in D 18.9 in
1970s, Scandinavian lounge chair, original very good condition, art deco style.
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Scandinavian lounge chair in original very good condition: no smells and no stains. Art deco
Category
1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1970s Scandinavian Chair
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Bentwood
$1,978 / item
H 31.11 in W 25.6 in D 30.32 in
Mirja Dux Easy Chair Cognac Colored Leather Cushions Scandinavian Modern 1970s
By Dux of Sweden, Bruno Mathsson
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Mirja Scandinavian modern easy chair/ lounge chair manufactured by Dux of Sweden
The chair has a
Category
1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970s Scandinavian Chair
Materials
Steel, Chrome
$3,357
H 32.29 in W 23.63 in D 23.63 in
Chair by C. A. Beijbom, 1970s
By CA Beijbom
Located in Stockholm, SE
A lovely and rare naturalistic shaped chair in elm.
Produced by C. A. Beijbom, 1970s, Sweden.
Category
1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1970s Scandinavian Chair
Materials
Elm
Lammhults Model No. X75-2 Folding Chair - Börge Lindau & Bo Lindenkrantz, 1970's
By Lammhults, Borge Lindau
Located in Bern, CH
Lammhults Model No. X75-2 Folding Easy Chair. Designed by Börge Lindau & Bo Lindenkrantz. Tubular
Category
1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1970s Scandinavian Chair
Materials
Metal
$660
H 29.34 in W 22.45 in D 20.87 in
Swivel Lounge Chair and Ottoman Made in Sweden by IKEA c 1970/1980's
By IKEA
Located in New York, NY
Clean, comfortable and ready to use condition, this chair and ottoman were produced in the 1970's
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1970s Scandinavian Chair
Materials
Leather, Wood
$595 / set
H 38 in W 26.5 in D 24 in
Set of Six Teak Dining Chairs by Hans J. Frydendal, Denmark, 1970's
By Hans Frydendal 1
Located in Barcelona, ES
Set of six dining chairs designed by Hans J. Frydendal for Boltinge Stolefabrik, Denmark, 1970's
Category
1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1970s Scandinavian Chair
Materials
Fabric, Teak
$4,616 / set
H 29.53 in W 21.66 in D 20.48 in
1970's Set of Five Restored Rosewood Dining Chairs Custom Upholstery Included
By Thorsø Stolefabrik
Located in Knebel, DK
1970's Set of five restored rosewood dining chairs custom upholstery included.
The set of 5
Category
1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1970s Scandinavian Chair
Materials
Rosewood
$4,377 / set
H 30.32 in W 19.69 in D 20.67 in
Scandinavian Desk Chair in Solid Teak & Original Fabric by D-SCAN, c. 1970s
By D-Scan
Located in Deland, FL
Introducing an elegant arm chair produced by D-SCAN made in the mid-1970's. In 100% original
Category
1970s Thai Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1970s Scandinavian Chair
Materials
Teak
$695
H 32.75 in W 19.5 in D 21 in
1970s Swedish Pine Chair and Ottoman
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Turners Falls, MA
1970’s Swedish Pine Chair and Ottoman. Made of solid pine with turned wood supports. Beautiful wood
Category
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1970s Scandinavian Chair
Materials
Upholstery, Pine
Design Scandinavian Leather Armchair or Lounge Chair by PEEM, 1970s
By PEEM Finland
Located in Praha, CZ
- Made in Finland
- Made of metal, leather
- Maker: PEEM
- Good, original condition
- Cleaned.
Category
1970s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970s Scandinavian Chair
Materials
Metal
$570 Sale Price / item
30% Off
H 36.62 in W 28.35 in D 29.93 in
Jan Ekselius Style Postmodern Scandinavian Accent Lounge Chair, 1970s (2 avail)
By Jan Ekselius
Located in Basel, BS
chairs, Jan Ekselius style.
This will make the project. Sold individually, two available.
Gorgeously
Category
1960s Swedish Post-Modern Vintage 1970s Scandinavian Chair
Materials
Metal
$2,542 Sale Price / item
20% Off
H 42.52 in W 20.87 in D 21.66 in
PAIR of Jan Ekselius Style Postmodern Scandinavian Accent / Lounge Chairs, 1970s
By Jan Ekselius
Located in Basel, BS
lounge chairs, Jan Ekselius style.
This will make the project.
Gorgeously made of Teak and Pine wood
Category
1960s Swedish Post-Modern Vintage 1970s Scandinavian Chair
Materials
Metal
$4,269 Sale Price / set
20% Off
H 42.52 in W 20.87 in D 21.66 in
Mid Century Danish Dining Chair in the style of Glostrup Mobelfabrik c 1970's
By Glostrup Møbelfabrik
Located in New York, NY
Mopbelfabrik. marked with foil Danish Furniture Makers label, circa 1970's.
Total H 30.75" x Seat H 17" x W
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1970s Scandinavian Chair
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
$195
H 30.75 in W 18 in D 16 in
1970’s, Norwegian design, "Siesta" lounge chair by Ingmar Relling, black leather
By Westnofa Furniture, Ingmar Relling
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Norwegian design, relax chair model 'Siesta' by Ingmar Relling for Westnofa. Original good
Category
1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1970s Scandinavian Chair
Materials
Leather, Canvas, Bentwood
$1,319
H 38.59 in W 24.02 in D 33.08 in
Set of Four Midcentury Dining Chairs, Scandinavian Design, 1970s
Located in Praha, CZ
Very practical and confortable dining chairs.
Category
1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970s Scandinavian Chair
Materials
Faux Leather, Wood
$718 / set
H 30.71 in W 17.33 in D 17.72 in
Set of 8 Dining Chairs in Rosewood and Green Leather by Niels O. Møller, 1970's
By Niels Otto Møller
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Set of 8 Dining Chairs in Rosewood and Original Green Leather by Niels O. Møller, 1970's
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1970s Scandinavian Chair
Materials
Rosewood, Leather
$17,987 / set
H 31.7 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
Pair of 1970s Swedish Pine Lounge Chairs
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Turners Falls, MA
Pair of 1970’s Swedish Lounge Chairs. Chairs are made of solid pine. Beautiful wood grain details.
Category
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1970s Scandinavian Chair
Materials
Upholstery, Pine
Sert of 2 Carved Solid Pine Chairs, Denmark, 1970s
Located in Rīga, LV
Pair of minimalist carved pine dining chairs with a wide seat.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1970s Scandinavian Chair
Materials
Fabric, Pine
1970s Six Restored Stackable Rud Thygesen, Johnny Sorensen Customizable Chairs
By Rud Thygesen and Johnny Sorensen, Magnus Olesen
Located in Knebel, DK
Thygesen and Johnny Sørensen for Magnus Olesen in 1975.
The conference chairs with their almost brutal
Category
1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1970s Scandinavian Chair
Materials
Oak
$5,391 / set
H 29.14 in W 25.6 in D 23.63 in
“Roset” Chair by Ole Gjerløv-Knudsen and Torben Lind, Denmark 1970s
By Ole Gjerløv-Knudsen and Torben Lind
Located in Utrecht, NL
This rare "Roset" chair is a striking creation by the Danish designer duo Ole Gjerløv-Knudsen and
Category
1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1970s Scandinavian Chair
Materials
Fabric, Wood
$15,000
H 23.43 in W 35.63 in D 31.5 in
1970s High Back Falcon Chair by Sigurd Ressel
By Sigurd Resell
Located in Turners Falls, MA
High Back Falcon lounge chair by Sigurd Ressell. Made by Vatne, Mobler, Norway. 1970’s
Steel frame
Category
20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1970s Scandinavian Chair
Materials
Chrome
Pair of Yoga Chairs in Patinated Leather by Erik Magnussen, 1970s
By Fritz Hansen, Erik Magnussen
Located in Lejre, DK
Pair of lounge chairs with tubular steel frame and patinated leather. Designed by Erik Magnussen
Category
1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1970s Scandinavian Chair
Materials
Steel
$6,500
H 27.17 in W 21.66 in D 23.63 in
Pair of Scandinavian Modern Armchairs by Rainer Daumiller in Solid Beech, 1970s
By Rainer Daumiller
Located in Almelo, NL
Pair of Scandinavian Modern Armchairs by Rainer Daumiller in Solid Beech, 1970s
Danish architect
Category
1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1970s Scandinavian Chair
Materials
Pine
$1,520 / set
H 33.08 in W 18.12 in D 19.69 in
Pair of 1970s Esko Pajamies Lounge Chairs
By Esko Pajamies
Located in Turners Falls, MA
and wide canvas strapping. 1970’s
Delivery To NYC $425. Please inquire.
Category
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1970s Scandinavian Chair
Materials
Leather, Canvas, Oak
Hans Wegner vintage Wishbone CH24 for Carl Hansen, 1970's edition
By Carl Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in PARIS, FR
known as the "Wishbone chair" has been recognized by many professionals as the perfect chair. The price
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1970s Scandinavian Chair
Materials
Papercord, Oak
$1,558 / item
H 28.35 in W 19.69 in D 21.66 in
Scandinavian Style Leather Office Swivel Armchairs, 1970s
Located in Praha, CZ
- Czechoslovakia, 1970s
- Very good orig. Condition
- Dark black leather, not very used
- Price
Category
1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970s Scandinavian Chair
Materials
Leather
Dux, Lounge Chairs, Bamboo, Rattan, Fabric, Sweden, 1970s
By Dux of Sweden
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of bamboo, rattan and green fabric lounge chairs or slipper chairs produced by Dux, Sweden
Category
1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1970s Scandinavian Chair
Materials
Fabric, Bamboo, Rattan
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Vintage 1970s Scandinavian Chair For Sale on 1stDibs
Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the vintage 1970s Scandinavian chair you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, animal skin and leather, every vintage 1970s Scandinavian chair was constructed with great care. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer vintage 1970s Scandinavian chair, there are earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right vintage 1970s Scandinavian chair, those designed in Scandinavian Modern, Mid-Century Modern and Modern styles are of considerable interest. Vatne Møbler, Ingmar Relling and Jørgen Rasmussen each produced at least one beautiful vintage 1970s Scandinavian chair that is worth considering.
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A vintage 1970s Scandinavian chair can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $1,564, while the lowest priced sells for $375 and the highest can go for as much as $8,750.
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