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Set of 4 Vintage Scandinavian Chairs Hagafors Svensk Tillverkning
By Ilmari Tapiovaara, Haga Fors
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Set of 4 vintage Scandinavian chairs Hagafors Svensk Tillverkning.
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Beech

Pair of Vintage Scandinavian Chairs, Mid-20th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Pair of vintage Scandinavian chairs is an original design furniture realized in the half of 20th
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Vintage 1970s Italian Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Vintage Scandinavian chair by I.Tapiovaara model Fanett
By Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in AIGNAN, FR
Scandinavian design, the “Fanett” chair is a timeless piece perfect for a current decoration. Good condition
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Chairs

Materials

Wood

20th Century Yellow Swedish Sheepskin Lounge Chair - Vintage Scandinavian Chair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A vintage Mid-Century Modern Swedish lounge chair with a backrest that is supported by metal
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Corner Chairs

Materials

Animal Skin, Fur, Walnut

Series of 4 Vintage Scandinavian Chairs in Teak and Leatherette
Located in AIGNAN, FR
Series of 4 Scandinavian chairs dating from the 60s. Their lines and their minimalist and sober
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Mid-20th Century Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Teak

20th Century Blue-Grey Danish Single Walnut Armchair, Vintage Scandinavian Chair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Scandinavian lounge, side chair is curved with gently outstretched arms, standing on four small round feet
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Cotton, Upholstery, Walnut

Series Of Four Scandinavian Chairs - Vejle Mobelfabrik - Rosewood - Ca 1960
By Vejle Stole & Møbelfabrik
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Set of four vintage Scandinavian chairs produced by Vejle Mobelfabrik in the 1960s. Work in solid
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood

'Spaceage' style swivel chairs orange color, 1970s
Located in Brescia, IT
Pair of original vintage Scandinavian chairs. These modern and original spaceage style chairs
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Vintage 1970s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Metal

Scandinavian vintage white chairs
Located in Brescia, IT
Pair of Empire-style chairs from Sweden. The wooden frame is painted white and the seat is
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood

Scandinavian vintage white chairs
Scandinavian vintage white chairs
H 35.83 in W 21.66 in D 21.66 in
Scandinavian Vintage Wooden High Chair
Located in Brescia, IT
Original vintage baby chair and walker A particular modern antique piece in very good condition
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Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood

Scandinavian Vintage Wooden High Chair
Scandinavian Vintage Wooden High Chair
H 32.29 in W 17.33 in D 17.72 in
Midcentury Scandinavia Woodworks Co Teak Dining Chairs
By Scandinavian Woodworks
Located in Baltimore, MD
A set of four, extremely sought after, gorgeous 1960s, modern teak side/dining chairs by the
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Vintage 1960s Singaporean Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Teak

Nazmiyal Collection Vintage Scandinavian Kilim Rug. 6 ft 4 in x 9 ft 7 in
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful double sided vintage Scandinavian Kilim rug, country of origin / rug type: Scandinavia
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Russian and Scandinavi...

Materials

Wool

Vintage scandinavian dining chairs, 1970s
Located in HEVERLEE, BE
Vintage wooden dining chairs made in Denmark. Wooden frames with cognac faux leather upholstery
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Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Wood

Vintage scandinavian dining chairs, 1970s
Vintage scandinavian dining chairs, 1970s
H 30.71 in W 19.69 in D 17.72 in
Set of 10 Scandinavian Vintage chairs
Located in Brussels , BE
Very practical and perfect for any interior.
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20th Century Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood, Fabric

Set of 10 Scandinavian Vintage chairs
Set of 10 Scandinavian Vintage chairs
H 31.11 in W 18.9 in D 16.54 in
Midcentury Teak Dining Chairs Scandinavia Woodworks Co.
By Scandinavian Woodworks
Located in Baltimore, MD
A set of three, extremely sought after, gorgeous 1960s, modern teak side/dining chairs by the
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Vintage 1960s Singaporean Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Teak

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
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Steel

Vintage scandinavian dining chairs, 1970s
Located in HEVERLEE, BE
Vintage wooden dining chairs with round seats and ladder backrests. the backrests are bent, which
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Vintage 1970s Danish Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Vintage scandinavian dining chairs, 1970s
Vintage scandinavian dining chairs, 1970s
H 32.29 in W 15.75 in D 17.72 in
Vintage Mid-Century Scandinavian Modern Oak Executive Chair in Alcantara Fabric
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
Scandinavian design from the Mid-Century Modern era. The chair will find its place in the office space thanks
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Textile, Oak

Scandinavian Vintage Workshop chair, circa 1946, Odelberg & Olson
By Odelberg Olsen
Located in VILLEURBANNE, FR
Model T60 chair with four-legged compass base in red lacquered metal, height-adjustable plywood
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Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Scandinavian Modern Black Vintage Chairs Arne Jacobsen 1952 for Fritz Hansen
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Vienna, AT
Scandinavian Modern set of 2 vintage black stairs, which was designed by Arne Jacobsen 1952 and
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Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Scandinavian Swedish Modern Axel Larsson Vintage Woven Lounge Chair
By Axel Larsson, SMF Svenska Möbelfabriken Bodafors
Located in Kramfors, SE
Vintage Axel Larsson armchair for Svenska Möbelfabrikerna Bodafors. The chair is a Scandinavian
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Scandinavian Teak Chairs with Upholstered Seat
Located in Brescia, IT
Set of 4 original vintage 1960s chairs. Consisting of a teak wood frame and a lightly
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Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Vintage Midcentury Scandinavian Modern Leather Executive Swivel Chair & Ottoman
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
armchair have quilting, which due them a cabinet and elegant character. The chair has a tilt adjustment and
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Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Scandinavian Black Leatherette Chair with Armrests
Located in Brescia, IT
Vintage 1960s black leather effect chair. A modern chair with a strong character. The frame is
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Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Beech

Vintage Midcentury Scandinavian Modern Brown Leather Executive Swivel Chair
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
elegant character. The chair has a tilt adjustment and a lock in the selected position. The subdued form
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Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Set of 4 Vintage Midcentury Scandinavian Modern Oak Wood & Vinyl Dining Chairs
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This set of four dining chairs was produced during the 1960s by the Danish manufactory Sax
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Oak

Set of 5 Vintage Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Plastic & Fabric Chairs, 1970s
By Overman
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
industry. This chairs are in original vintage condition. They have minor scratches and age-related
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Vintage 1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Vintage scandinavian dining chairs, set of 6 - 1960s
Located in HEVERLEE, BE
Nicely designed scandinavian dining chairs with wooden frames and newly upholstered seats in bouclé
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Wood

Mid-century Signed Scandinavian Rya Rug or Wall Hanging in Geometric Pattern
Located in Bochum, NRW
A Mid-century Scandinavian Rya rug crafted of hand knotted high pile wool in a geometric pattern
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Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Midcentury Scandinavian Sunfeather Chair by Sonna Rosen
By Sonna Rosen
Located in Baambrugge, NL
"Sunfeather" or "Sulfjadern" chair in its original vintage state. The chair designed by Swedish
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Beech

Set of 4 Vintage Scandinavian Dining Chairs, 1960s
Located in HEVERLEE, BE
Set of 4 beautifully designed bentwood dining chairs. Notice how the legs continue up to the
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Vintage Scandinavian Rosewood and Black Leather High Back Lounge Chair
Located in San Jose, CA
Mid century modern highback lounge chair in rosewood and leather circa 1960's, Denmark. Features
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Scandinavian Modern Vintage Organic Beech Rocking Chairs Duo Frank Reenskaug
By Frank Reenskaug
Located in Vienna, AT
Scandinavian Modern vintage rocking chairs from beech with renewed green loose cushions by Frank
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Vintage Scandinavian "Safari" Lounge Chairs by Kaare Klint, Denmark, 1960s
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pair of cool “Safari” lounge chairs by Kaare Klint. Oak frame with nicely tapering legs, cognac
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

Scandinavian Modern Vintage Black Brown Wood Rocking Chair Ilmari Tapiovaara
By Asko, Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in Vienna, AT
Scandinavian Modern vintage rocking chair from teak in brown and black color by Ilmari Tapiovaara
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Teak

Scandinavian Modern Vintage Black Teak Rocking Chair Ilmari Tapiovaara, 1950s
By Asko, Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in Vienna, AT
Scandinavian Modern vintage rocking chair by Ilmari Tapiovaara for Asko 1950s, Finland. A
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Beech, Teak

20th Century Danish Vintage Teak Side Chair - Scandinavian Faux Leather Chair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A dark-brown, vintage Mid-Century Modern Danish side chair made of hand crafted polished Teakwood
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Corner Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Teak

Vintage Scandinavian Solid Pine Arm Dining Chairs
By Rainer Daumiller
Located in Round Rock, TX
Beautiful set of vintage Scandinavian armed dining chairs. These sculptural chairs are executed in
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Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak, Pine

Scandinavian Modern Penguin Side Chair
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Minneapolis, MN
Theis original 'Penguin' Chair by Ib Kofod-Larsen ais crafted from teak and European beech wood. As
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Beech, Teak

Scandinavian Modern Penguin Side Chair
Scandinavian Modern Penguin Side Chair
H 28.5 in W 20.5 in D 23 in
Scandinavian Vintage Mid Century Lounge Chair and Ottoman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Lounge chair and ottoman are new reupholstered in soft leather very comfortable seating. Bottom
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Vintage 1970s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

Scandinavian Modern Vintage Desk Chair Office Chair Labofa 1950 Denmark
Located in Vienna, AT
Scandinavian Modern vintage desk chair or office chair with swiveling function by Labofa from
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Metal

Six Vintage Scandinavian Dining Side Chairs Set
Located in Pasadena, TX
Six vintage Scandinavian teak dining chairs Green and blue original fabric upholstery
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Teak

Vintage Scandinavian Sheepskin Art Deco Lounge Chairs, Danish, Shearling
By Alfred Christensen, Slagelse Mobelvaerk, Flemming Lassen, Mogens Lassen
Located in Mckinney, TX
Step into the timeless allure of vintage elegance with this exquisite pair of Vintage Scandinavian
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Vintage 1940s Danish Art Deco Lounge Chairs

Materials

Sheepskin, Wood

Vintage Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Teak Lounge Chair by Hjelle Mobelfabrik
Located in San Marcos, CA
Here is a beautiful and rare scandinavian modern high back easy chair manufactured by Hjelle
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Vintage 1960s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Teak

Scandinavian Modern Six Vintage Teak Dining Chairs or Chairs Peter Hvidt Denmark
By Peter Hvidt
Located in Vienna, AT
Scandinavian Modern vintage organic dining chairs or chairs from teak designed by Peter Hvidt and
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Teak

Scandinavian Modern Black Vintage Rocking Chair by Lena Larsson, Sweden, 1958
Located in Vienna, AT
Scandinavian modern black vintage rocking chair model Grandessa designed by Lena Larsson, Sweden
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Beech, Ash

Scandinavian Modern Vintage Brown Beech with Yellow Cushions Rocking Chair 1960s
Located in Vienna, AT
Scandinavian Modern vintage brown lacquered beechwood rocking chair shows renewed loose seat and
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Vintage 1960s European Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Oak Vintage Lounge Chair Arka by Yngve Ekström Sweden, 1955 Scandinavian Modern
By Yngve Ekström
Located in Vienna, AT
Scandinavian Modern vintage lounge chair or armchair from oak model Arka by Yngve Ekström 1955
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Oak

Vintage Scandinavian Shaker Chair in Beech and Leather Seat, Denmark, 1960s
By Shakers
Located in Odense, DK
Vintage Shaker-style ladder back chair by Danish cabinetmaker in the 1960s. The chairs is made from
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Beech, Leather

Scandinavian Oak Dining Chairs with Black Leather Seats, 1950s
Located in Uppsala, SE
Scandinavian oak dining chairs in the style of Josef Frank for Svenskt Tenn, most likely Swedish
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

Vintage Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Oak "Contour" Lounge Chair by Alf Svenss
By Alf Svensson
Located in San Marcos, CA
Here is a beautiful scandinavian modern oak lounge chair model "Contour" designed by Alf Svensson
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Oak

Scandinavian-Modern Swivel Chairs, Sweden, C. 1950s
Located in Westport, CT
Stunning pair of Scandinavian Modern swivel chairs, originating from Sweden and crafted in the
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Mid-20th Century American Scandinavian Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Wool, Walnut

Vintage scandinavian folding chairs by Hyllinge Mobler, 1970s - set of 8
Located in HEVERLEE, BE
Vintage scandinavian plywood wooden folding chairs. - Set of 8 Elegant and simple design The
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Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Plywood

20th Century Danish Pair of Vintage Scandinavian Teakwood Lounge Chairs
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A grey Mid-Century Modern Danish pair of Scandinavian lounge chairs featuring slightly curved
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Corner Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Pair of Vintage Scandinavian Modern Patchwork Leather Lounge Chair SET from IKEA
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
set is in original vintage condition with minor scratches and discoloration of the leather due to its
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Vintage 1980s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Vintage Scandinavian Style Pair of Lounge Chairs by Bernstorffsminde Møbelfabrik
Located in Seattle, WA
Vintage Lounge Chairs with Dark Grey Canvas Seating. Slight Curve to the Arms of the Chair
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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wood

Scandinavian Modern Rosewood Dining Chairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This stylish set of six vintage rosewood dining chairs feature rich hardwood finish and upholstered
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Rosewood

Scandinavian Modern Rosewood Dining Chairs
Scandinavian Modern Rosewood Dining Chairs
H 36.75 in W 19 in D 19.5 in
Vintage Scandinavian Wooden Dining Chairs, Set of Six
Located in High Point, NC
A set of wooden dining chairs created in 20th century, Scandinavia. From a distance, this set of
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20th Century Scandinavian Country Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Sought After Vintage Original Scandinavian Ingmar Relling Bentwood Siesta Chairs
By Ingmar Relling, Westnofa Furniture
Located in Markington, GB
Retro vintage original Scandinavian Ingmar Relling designed bentwood unusual light wood siesta
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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Bentwood, Fabric, Leather

Scandinavian Lounge Chair by Madsen and Schubell
By Madsen & Schubell
Located in Dronten, NL
Rare Scandinavian Modern oak lounge chair with tilt/swivel and five-star oak base, designed by
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

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Vintage Scandanavian Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of vintage scandanavian chairs available on 1stDibs. The range of distinct vintage scandanavian chairs — often made from wood, hardwood and teak — can elevate any home. There are all kinds of vintage scandanavian chairs available, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. Scandinavian Modern, Mid-Century Modern and Modern vintage scandanavian chairs are consistently popular styles. Many vintage scandanavian chairs are appealing in their simplicity, but Hans J. Wegner, Fritz Hansen and Arne Jacobsen produced popular vintage scandanavian chairs that are worth a look.

How Much are Vintage Scandanavian Chairs?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $2,495, while they’re typically $356 on the low end and $38,000 highest priced.

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.

The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.

Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.

With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.

Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.

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

Questions About Vintage Scandanavian Chairs
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    To be vintage, a chair typically needs to be at least 20 years old, while a chair older than 100 years is an antique. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique, vintage and modern dining chairs from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Many factors like wood, construction, and patina come into play when you date a vintage chair. If you can’t find a maker’s mark or any other kind of identifying mark on the piece, consult a furniture encyclopedia or a certified expert. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of vintage chairs from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    To tell how old a vintage chair is, first try and locate the manufacturer's label, tag or mark. Typically, identifying markings and tags appear under cushions or on the undersides of chairs. You may find that the date of manufacturing appears on the label or tag. If not, check trusted online resources to find out when the manufacturer was in business to make an estimate of the age. When in doubt, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or antiques dealer to help you date a particular chair. Find an assortment of antique, vintage and modern chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    To know if your vintage Eames chair is real, check for a reclining mechanism. On original chairs, the back had a permanent reclined position, so no mechanism is necessary. Also, a vintage piece is around 32 inches high, while later reproductions are normally bigger. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of expertly vetted Eames chairs.