As the descendant of four generations of Swedish master cabinetmakers, Bruno Mathsson was born to design furniture. Mathsson was known as a methodical perfectionist who made usefulness the fundamental attribute of his iconic lounge chairs, tables, armchairs and other works, yet he was also a ceaseless experimenter, who constantly searched for improvements in form, materials and methods of design.
Like the Finnish designer Alvar Aalto, Mathsson was one of the first Scandinavians to embrace undulating, biomorphic forms in furniture. His early pieces such as the Eva and Pernilla series of chairs incorporate dramatically flowing bent beechwood frames, making them some of the most instantly recognizable works of 20th-century design.
Mathsson was also a pioneer of ergonomics — he is said to have based the contours of his chairs on the impression his body made when he sat in a snow bank — and used supple, accommodating woven webbing for seats. His concern for practicality is shown by pieces such as the Maria table. An elegant design with gate legs and hinged leaves, the table measures more than nine feet long when fully extended, but folds down to just nine inches in thickness.
From the mid-1940s through the 1950s, Mathsson focused on architecture, designing and building houses with insulated, triple-glazed window walls and heated floors — construction that flew in the face of traditional wood-clad Swedish residential design, and consequently met with some skepticism. He returned to furniture in the 1960s, employing an entirely new suite of materials: Stainless-steel framing and mesh seats feature in pieces like the Jetson chair; with the mathematician Piet Hein, Mathsson designed the Super-Elliptical table, which has a laminate top and four-part tubular steel legs that sprout like flower stems from a single base.
Bruno Mathsson’s stylistic flexibility as a designer made him a creator whose pieces meet all tastes and needs.
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Sofa in Laminated Birch and Original Leather Webbing by Bruno Mathsson, 1968
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Sofa in Laminated Birch and Original Leather Webbing by Bruno Mathsson, 1968 Additional Information: Material: Laminated birch and original leather webbing Style: Mid century, Scand...
Birch
Bruno Matthsson "Pernilla" Easy chair by Karl Mathsson 1944 Josef Frank cushion
By Josef Frank, Bruno Mathsson
Located in Brønshøj, DK
Bruno Mathsson – an early ‘Pernilla’ chair Frame of laminated beech with patinated lightblue canvas webbing and headrest upholstered with Josef Frank ‘loops’ fabric. Made and marked ...
Canvas, Beech
Bruno Mathsson Lounge Chair "Pernilla" in Bluegrey Sheepskin
By Dux of Sweden, Bruno Mathsson
Located in Montclair, NJ
NOTE! The first image in Dove Blue is for color of the lounge chair only. The actual chair offered is dressed in Off White sheepskin in pictures BUT this has been replaced sheepskin ...
Sheepskin, Birch
Early Lounge Chair in Stained Birch and Hemp Webbing by Bruno Mathsson, 1936
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Early Lounge Chair in Stained Birch and Original Hemp Webbing by Bruno Mathsson, 1936 Additional Information: Material: Stained birch and original hemp webbing Style: Mid century, S...
Birch, Hemp
Bruno Mathsson Reading Stand Produced by Karl Mathsson in Värnamo, Sweden
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Very rare reading stand with light designed by Bruno Mathsson. Produced by Karl Mathsson in Värnamo, Sweden.
Brass, Steel
Piet Hein & Bruno Mathsson Dining Table with 2 Extension Leafs Super Elipse
By Bruno Mathsson, Piet Hein, Fritz Hansen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Piet Hein & Bruno Mathsson dining table with new professional lacquered white plate. Alu side list. Two extension leaf of 60 cms. Legs of chromed metal. Model Super Elipse, ...
Chrome
MI 806 Aluminum Sideboard by Bruno Mathsson, 1967, Scandinavian Modern
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in LYON, FR
MI 806 Bruno Mathsson Aluminum Sideboard A rare “MI 806 Aluminum” sideboard by Swedish designer and cabinetmaker Bruno Mathsson, best known for his strap-seated furniture, such as th...
Metal, Aluminum
Annika Table by Bruno Mathsson
By Bruno Mathsson, Firma Karl Mathsson
Located in Minneapolis, MN
A sexy, elegant, and eternally stylish table with teak top and gorgeous beech legs. This table was designed by the legendary Swedish designer Bruno Mathsson and produced by Karl Mat...
Beech, Teak
Bruno Mathsson Jetson Swivel Chair in Chrome & Black Leather, Dux late 20th C.
By Bruno Mathsson, Dux of Sweden
Located in Helsinki, FI
A fine example of the iconic Jetson lounge chair designed by Bruno Mathsson for DUX, featuring its characteristic sculptural form, chromed steel base, and original black leather upho...
Chrome
Swedish Coffee Table by Bruno Mathsson
By Bruno Mathsson, Firma Karl Mathsson
Located in Karlstad, SE
An elegant and understated table in birch, designed with the lightness and organic simplicity closely associated with Bruno Mathsson’s work. The softly rounded top is paired with sle...
Birch
Bruno Mathsson, Dux, Mid-Century Modern, Jetson Swivel Chair, White Leather
By Bruno Mathsson, Dux of Sweden
Located in Stamford, CT
Bruno Mathsson, Dux, Mid-Century Modern, Jetson Swivel or Office Chair, White Leather, Sweden, 1970s This iconic Space Age swivel lounge chair, designed by Bruno Mathsson for DUX in...
Chrome
Bruno Mathsson Chaise Longue, Beech Wood, Scandinavian Design, 1940s
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Stockholm, SE
This reclining chaise longue, model 36 by Bruno Mathsson, is a clear expression of Swedish modernism and the principles that shaped Scandinavian design in the mid-20th century. Desig...
Beech
Bruno Mathsson Early Eva Easy Chair by Karl Mathsson in Värnamo, Sweden
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Early easy chair model Eva designed by Bruno Mathsson. Produced by Karl Mathsson in Värnamo, Sweden.
Hemp, Birch
Bruno Mathsson, Mid-Century Modern, Mina Arm Chair, Grey Shearling, Pine, Sweden
By Bruno Mathsson, Mathsson International
Located in Stamford, CT
Mid-Century Modern 'Mina' lounge / arm chair stamped Bruno Mathsson, Sweden, 1950s Iconic Mid-Century seating in later sheepskin over te...
Sheepskin, Wood
Bruno Mathsson Wall-Mounted Bookcase by Karl Mathsson in Sweden
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare wall-mounted bookcase designed by Bruno Mathsson. Produced by Karl Mathsson in Värnamo, Sweden.
Birch, Pine
Coffee table 'Annika' Designed by Bruno Mathsson for Firma Karl Mathsson Sweden
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Stockholm, SE
This table is notable for its use of solid birch and its low, elongated proportions, characteristic of Bruno Mathsson’s work with lightweight wooden furniture during the mid-20th cen...
Birch
Super Ellipse' Conference or Dining Table by Piet Hein for Bruno Mathsson
By Bruno Mathsson, Piet Hein
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A rare 'Super Ellipse' conference or dining table designed by Piet Hein with a top in figured birch burl and tapering chromed steel legs. Besides the ...
Chrome, Steel
Bruno Mathsson Dining Chairs Model Mimat Produced by Karl Mathsson in Värnamo
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Very rare set of 5 dining chairs model Mimat designed by Bruno Mathsson. Produced by Karl Mathsson in Värnamo, Sweden.
Birch
'Berlin' - Daybed in beech by Bruno Mathsson
By Bruno Mathsson, Karl Mathsson
Located in Copenhagen, DK
'Berlin' daybed with new mattress upholstered in 'Heritage Linen' textile (colour: Desert Palm) on frame in patinated beech. Stamped from manufacturer Karl Mathsson and designed by B...
Fabric, Beech
Rare Pernilla Chaise Longue by Bruno Mathsson for Firma Karl Mathsson
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rare “Pernilla” Chaise Longue with wheels by Bruno Mathsson for Karl Mathsson. Made in Sweden circa 1940s. Retains original label Firma Karl Ma...
Canvas, Birch
Bruno Mathsson Daybed Model Berlin Produced by Karl Mathsson in Sweden
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare daybed model Berlin designed by Bruno Mathsson. Produced by Karl Mathsson in Värnamo, Sweden.
Leather, Beech
Bruno Mathsson Sofa Model Karin Produced by DUX in Sweden
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare sofa model Karin designed by Bruno Mathsson. Produced by DUX in Sweden.
Steel
Occasional table ‘Annika’ designed by Bruno Mathsson for Karl Mathsson Sweden
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Stockholm, SE
Occasional table ‘Annika’ designed by Bruno Mathsson for Karl Mathsson Sweden, 1970 Birch. H: 35 cm / 1' 1 3/4" Dia: 55 cm / 1' 9 5/8"
Birch
Bruno Mathsson Early Eva Easy Chair by Karl Mathsson in Värnamo, Sweden
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Early easy chair model Eva designed by Bruno Mathsson. Produced by Karl Mathsson in Värnamo, Sweden.
Hemp, Birch
Pair of armchairs ‘Eva’ designed by Bruno Mathsson for Karl Mathsson
By Bruno Mathsson, Karl Mathsson
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pair of armchairs ‘Eva’ designed by Bruno Mathsson for Karl Mathsson, Sweden, 1964. Leather and birch. Stamped. With its characteristically curved legs and armrests, this iconic c...
Leather, Birch
Bruno Mathsson Pair of Eva Lounge Chair with Leather
By Karl Mathsson, Bruno Mathsson
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Bruno Mathsson pair of Eva lounge chair with patinated saddle leather Frame in beech. Made by Karl Mathsson.
Leather, Beech
1st Production 1936 Bruno Mathsson Reading Music Stand by Firma Karl Mathsson
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Uxbridge, GB
Bruno Mathsson Reading Music Stand , 1936 Nickel plated steel & birch Tray - Width - 58cm - 22¾ Inches Depth - 5cm - 2 Inches Height - 39cm - 15¼ Inches Base - Width -47cm -18½ Dep...
Steel
Rare birds eye birch "Super Ellips" by Bruno Mathsson
By Firma Karl Mathsson, Bruno Mathsson, Piet Hein
Located in Hägersten, SE
Rare version of the iconic "Super Ellips" table designed by Piet Hein & Bruno Mathsson in collaboration. This example produced by Mathsson International during the 1960-70s. Large su...
Stainless Steel
Bruno Mathsson Pair of Eva Lounge Chairs of Beech with Natural Webbing 1970s
By Dux of Sweden, Bruno Mathsson
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
A pair of Scandinavian modern easy chairs and lounge chairs model Eva low version manufactured by Dux of Sweden. Designed by architect and designer Bruno Mathsson in the 1940s The ...
Fabric, Beech
Magazine table Designed by Bruno Mathsson for Firma Karl Mathsson
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Stockholm, SE
This rare Bruno Mathsson magazine table for Firma Karl Mathsson in Värnamo is a thoughtful expression of Swedish design and Scandinavian vintage design at its most architectural. Des...
Birch
Bruno Mathsson Daybed for Firma Karl Mathsson
By Bruno Mathsson, Firma Karl Mathsson
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Leather daybed by Bruno Mathsson for Firma Karl Mathsson, c.1960s, Sweden. The daybed features a bent birch plywood frame that curves slightly upwards at the headrest. It is finished...
Leather, Birch
Bruno Mathsson 'Mina' Chairs for Dux, Sweden
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Winnipeg, MB
An incredible pair of ‘Mina’ lounge chairs designed by Bruno Mathsson for Dux, Sweden. These chairs feature beautifully sculptural bentwood frames with cotton webbing and are amazing...
Cotton, Beech
1962 Bruno Mathsson for Firma Karl Mathsson Annika Side Table w/ 18 in. Wood Top
By Firma Karl Mathsson, Bruno Mathsson
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an Annika Side Table, initially designed by Bruno Mathsson for Firma Karl Mathsson in 1936. This piece dates to 1962 and was produced in Sweden. The design features graceful ...
Birch, Burl
Piet Hein and Bruno Mathsson Dining Table, Circular walnut
By Fritz Hansen, Bruno Mathsson, Piet Hein
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Piet Hein and Bruno Mathsson super circular dining table with new top of walnut Legs of chromed metal. Model super circular, made by Fritz Hansen. This is one of the most iconic t...
Chrome
Sofa in Laminated Birch and Original Leather Webbing by Bruno Mathsson, 1968
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Sofa in Laminated Birch and Original Leather Webbing by Bruno Mathsson, 1968 Additional Information: Material: Laminated birch and original leather webbing Style: Mid century, Scand...
Birch
Occasional Table Annika Designed by Bruno Mathsson for Karl Mathsson, Sweden
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Stockholm, SE
Occasional table Annika designed by Bruno Mathsson for Karl Mathsson, Sweden. 1973. Birch and Karelian birch. Dimensions: H: 42 cm / 1' 4" D: 65 cm / 2' 1''
Birch
Pair of Bruno Mathsson Side Tables
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Pawtucket, RI
Pair of side tables designed by Bruno Mathsson and manufactured by Firm Karl Mathsson. Tops with highly figured burled birch veneer. Signed to bottom of tables.
Birch
1971 Bruno Mathsson for Firma Karl Mathsson Berit Trolley Cart in Birch and Ash
By Bruno Mathsson, Firma Karl Mathsson
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Berit Trolley Table, designed by Bruno Mathsson and produced by Firma Karl Mathsson in Sweden. The cart dates to 1971 and is branded with the manufacturer's logo on the bot...
Steel, Chrome
Mid-Century Modern Dining Table “Maria Flap” by Bruno Mathsson for Mathsson
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Dining table “Maria Flap” designed by Bruno Mathsson for Mathsson International, Sweden. 1960.
Teak
Scandinavian Design 'Eva' Easy Chair by Bruno Mathsson, Sweden 1960's
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage Midcentury Modern Scandinavian Design 'EVA' Easy Chair by Bruno Mathsson. Made in Sweden, 1960's period. Marked on the base. This lounge chair is made from bend beech wood an...
Leather, Beech, Bentwood
Occasional table Annika designed by Bruno Mathsson for Karl Mathsson
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Stockholm, SE
Occasional table Annika designed by Bruno Mathsson for Karl Mathsson, Sweden, 1977. Karelian birch. Measurements: H: 35 cm/ 13 3/4" D: 55 cm/ 21 1/2"
Birch
Scandinavian Modern Daybed in Birch by Bruno Mathsson, 1973
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
The rare Berlin daybed, designed by Bruno Mathsson and produced by his father Karl Mathsson in Värnamo, Sweden, is a landmark piece in the canon of Scandinavian modern design. First ...
Sheepskin, Birch
Occasional Table ‘Annika’ Designed by Bruno Mathsson for Karl Mathsson, Sweden
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Stockholm, SE
Occasional table ‘Annika’ designed by Bruno Mathsson for Karl Mathsson, Sweden, 1976. Birch. Stamped. H: 41.5 cm Diameter: 65 cm
Birch
$7,244Sale Price|20% Off
Bruno Mathsson rare original 1936 burl wood birch coffee table collector mint
By Firma Karl Mathsson, Bruno Mathsson
Located in Forest, BE
Table en loupe de bouleau complètement restaurée. Design de 1936 et produit en 1942 dans les ateliers de son père Karl Mathsson. Cette table est rare. Elle apporte de la chaleur par ...
Birch
Scandinavian Modern Bruno Mathsson Armchair "Eva" in Light Leather, Classic Icon
By Bruno Mathsson, Firma Karl Mathsson
Located in Kramfors, SE
Bruno Mathsson armchair "Eva" by Firma Karl Mathsson, Värnamo 1965. A classic Swedish design icon from the mid 20th century. Here with its original leather seat. Good vintage conditi...
Leather, Wood, Beech
Piet Hein, Mid-Century Modern, Super Ellipse Table Manufactured by Fritz Hansen
By Bruno Mathsson, Piet Hein, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Vienna, AT
The Swedish poet, philosopher and mathematician created a new oval form. The formula based shape has no ends and this is why the Super-Elliptical table can be seen as a democratic t...
Steel, Chrome
$1,532Sale Price|46% Off
“Annika” Coffee Table in Masur Birch by Bruno Mathsson for Dux, Sweden
By Dux of Sweden, Bruno Mathsson
Located in Karis, Nyland
Occasional table model "Annika" designed by Bruno Mathsson and manufactured by Dux, Sweden. Birch and Karelian birch. Dimensions: H: 42 cm / 1' 4" D: 65 cm / 2' 1''
Birch
Bruno Mathsson 'Anita' Shelving System, 1970s
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Stockholm, SE
Lacquered steel, birch and beech wood. Measures: height 250 cm Depth 34 cm. Width 145.5 cm.
Steel
Scandinavian Modern Book Crib by Bruno Mathsson, Karl Mathsson, Sweden, 1930s
By Firma Karl Mathsson, Bruno Mathsson
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Early edition “Book Crib” by Bruno Mathsson, made from elmwood. A beautiful design piece that can be placed on a desk or on the floor.
Elm
Bruno Mathsson, Stool, Wood, Mohair, Sweden, 1940s
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in High Point, NC
A beige mohair and wood stool designed by Bruno Mathsson and produced by Firma Karl Mathsson, Sweden, c. 1940s. Minor signs of wear to wood legs. Overall Dimensions (inches): 18.5"...
Mohair, Wood
$7,244Sale Price|20% Off
Bruno Mathsson rare original 1936 burl wood birch coffee table collector mint
By Firma Karl Mathsson, Bruno Mathsson
Located in Forest, BE
Table en loupe de bouleau complètement restaurée. Design de 1936 et produit en 1936 dans les ateliers de son père Karl Mathsson. Cette table est rare. Elle apporte de la chaleur par ...
Birch
1971 Bruno Mathsson Swedish Drop Leaf Wood Steel Rolling Work Table
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Madrid, ES
A refined and highly functional drop-leaf table by Bruno Mathsson, embodying the designer’s hallmark balance of simplicity, craftsmanship, and adaptability. Crafted in warm-toned woo...
Metal, Steel
Coffee table/bench 'Annika' Bruno Mathsson for Firma Karl Mathsson Sweden
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Buffalo, NY
Seldom seen version,, 3-leg.. Retains its original finish patina. minor veneer chip,(see photo) his table is notable for its use of solid birch and its low, elongated proportions, c...
Birch
Original Photo of furniture by Bruno Mathsson / Sweden - 1945
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Praha, CZ
- Czechoslovakia, 1952 - Museum of decorative Arts in Czech republic - suitable for framing - photographed by Illek and Paul jr
Paper
Bruno Mathsson Milton Swivel Lounge Chair Model Mi 441
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Sweden Designer: Bruno Mathsson Manufacturer: Bruno Mathsson International Era: 1975 Dimensions: 24 wide x 23 deep x 34"tall Seat: 18 wide x 17 deep x 20 tall Condi...
Chrome
Bruno Mathsson, Side Table 'Annika', Birch, Scandinavian Modern, Dated 1974
By Firma Karl Mathsson, Bruno Mathsson
Located in Stockholm, SE
Occasional table in Karelian and flame birch. Designed by Bruno Mathsson in 1936 for his fathers furniture company Firma Karl Mathsson. This table is dated 1974.
Birch
Super Ellipse Dining Table Model B614 With White Laminate By Arne Jacobsen
By Bruno Mathsson, Piet Hein, Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Lejre, DK
Super Ellipse dining table model B614 designed by Piet Hein, Bruno Mathsson and Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen. White laminate. Iconic Danish design classic. — Origin: Denmark — Des...
Chrome
Piet Hein & Bruno Mathsson Round Coffee Table, Danish Design, 1960s
By Piet Hein, Fritz Hansen, Bruno Mathsson
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Piet Hein & Bruno Mathsson coffee table with new laquered white top. Chromed Bruno mathsson legs. Made by Fritz Hansen.
Aluminum, Stainless Steel
Swedish Grace Early Bruno Mathsson Large 'Annika' Coffee Table 1930s
By Firma Karl Mathsson, Bruno Mathsson
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
Early production Annika large coffee table by Bruno Mathsson for Firma Karl Mathsson. This table was designed in 1936 by Bruno and produced in 1937 by firma Karl Mathsson. A wonderfu...
Birch
Piet Hein & Bruno Mathsson, Table
By Bruno Mathsson, Piet Hein, Fritz Hansen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Piet Hein & Bruno Mathsson coffee table original laminate. Chromed Bruno mathsson legs. Made by Fritz Hansen.
Aluminum, Stainless Steel