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Bruno Mathsson Furniture

Swedish, 1907-1988

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.

Find vintage Bruno Mathsson dining tables, seating and other furniture on 1stDibs.

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Creator: Bruno Mathsson
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Table “Annika” Designed by Bruno Mathsson for Karl Mathsson, Sweden, 1950’s
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Stockholm, SE
Elm veneer and beech. Stamped Karl Mathsson Värnamo. Measure: H: 41.5 cm / 16 1/3’’ L: 65 cm / 2’ 1 1/2’’ W: 43 cm / 1’ 5’’.  
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Bruno Mathsson Furniture

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Elm, Beech

Sofa in Pierre Frey Fabric, Sweden circa 1961
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Culver City, CA
Sweden circa 1961 Model T201, designed by Bruno Mathsson. Newly upholstered in Pierre Frey fabric. 93”L x 36”d x 30.5”h x 16”seat
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1960s Swedish Vintage Bruno Mathsson Furniture

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Fabric, Wood

Original Bruno Mathsson ‘Pernilla’ Chaise Longue in Sheepskin
By Bruno Mathsson, Karl Mathsson
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Bruno Mathsson for Karl Mathsson, chaise longue ‘Pernilla’, sheepskin, leather, beech, fabric, brass, Sweden, design 1944 The ‘Pernilla’ chaise longue is one of the most vibrant des...
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bruno Mathsson Furniture

Materials

Brass

Bruno Mathsson Annika Coffee Table in Birch
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Bruno Mathsson, coffee table model 'Annika', birch, Sweden 1950s. Beautiful and elegant coffee table designed by Bruno Mathsson. This 'Annika' coffee table has birch plywood legs, w...
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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bruno Mathsson Furniture

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Birch

Pair of armchairs ‘Eva’ designed by Bruno Mathsson for Karl Mathsson, Swedish
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...
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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bruno Mathsson Furniture

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Leather, Birch

Bruno Mathsson Pernilla Lounge Chair and Ottoman
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Dallas, TX
A Pernilla lounge chair and ottoman designed by Bruno Mathsson in original fabric.
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1960s Vintage Bruno Mathsson Furniture

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Bentwood

Bruno Mathsson "Mi 759" Circular Dining Table for DUX, Sweden 1960s
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Utrecht, NL
As one of his country’s most distinguished furniture designers, Bruno Mathsson gained an international reputation for Swedish design, thus his work of over 50 years has become a sign...
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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bruno Mathsson Furniture

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Wood

Bruno Mathsson, Pernilla Armchairs
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Mjöhult, SE
Rare pair of Bruno Mathsson, "Pernilla", lounge chairs with great patinated leather for Karl Mathsson, Värnamo 1969 - 1971, Signed BRUNO MATHSSON DESIGN MADE IN SWEDEN.
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20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Bruno Mathsson Furniture

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Leather, Birch

Lounge Chair ‘Pernilla 3’ Designed by Bruno Mathsson for Karl Mathsson, Sweden
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Stockholm, SE
Lounge chair ‘Pernilla 3’ designed by Bruno Mathsson for Karl Mathsson, Sweden, 1946 - 1947. Laminated birch and textile. Stamped. Provenance: This chair, which was special...
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1940s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bruno Mathsson Furniture

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Textile, 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
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1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bruno Mathsson Furniture

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Birch

Bruno Mathsson Lounge Chair Model 36 Produced by Karl Mathsson
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare early lounge chair model 36 designed by Bruno Mathsson. Produced by Karl Mathsson in Värnamo, Sweden.
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1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bruno Mathsson Furniture

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Birch

Armchair ‘Eva High’ Designed by Bruno Mathsson for Karl Mathsson, Sweden, 1960
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Stockholm, SE
Armchair ‘Eva High’ designed by Bruno Mathsson for Karl Mathsson, Sweden, 1960. Birch framing, braided leather upholstery and a textile neck pillow. Stampe...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Bruno Mathsson Furniture

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Birch, Leather, Textile

Bruno Mathsson Swedish Mid-Century Drop Leaf Wood and Steel Rolling Work Table
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in New York, NY
Swedish Mid-Century rectangular drop leaf work table with a rectangular wooden top and leaves resting on a steel frame with four legs ending in c...
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20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Bruno Mathsson Furniture

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Metal, Steel

Shelving Systems Designed by Bruno Mathsson for Mathsson International
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Stockholm, SE
Shelving systems designed by Bruno Mathsson for Mathsson International, Sweden, 1960s. Pine and lacquered wood. Measu...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Bruno Mathsson Furniture

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Wood, Pine, Lacquer

Bruno Mathsson Lounge Chair Produced by Karl Mathsson
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare early lounge chair designed by Bruno Mathsson. Produced by Karl Mathsson in Värnamo, Sweden.
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bruno Mathsson Furniture

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Birch

Birch Coffee Table by Bruno Mathsson, Karl Mathsson, Sweden, 1973
By Firma Karl Mathsson, Bruno Mathsson
Located in Stockholm, SE
Coffee table by Bruno Mathsson, made from birch. Very low design, with elegantly rounded corners and curved legs.
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1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bruno Mathsson Furniture

Materials

Birch

Three seater sofa "Eva", design Bruno Mathsson
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Hudson, NY
Bruno Mathsson (1907-1988) is one of Sweden's most prominent furniture designers. Having a father who worked as a master carpenter, Mathsson learned about furniture carpentry at an e...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bruno Mathsson Furniture

Materials

Bentwood

Bruno Mathsson Pernilla Easy Chair by Karl Mathsson AB in Värnamo Sweden
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Easy chair model Pernilla designed by Bruno Mathsson. Produced by Karl Mathsson AB in Värnamo, Sweden.
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bruno Mathsson Furniture

Materials

Papercord, Birch

Modern "Super Ellipse" Coffee Cocktail Table by Piet Hein and Bruno Mathsson
By Bruno Mathsson, Piet Hein
Located in Shippensburg, PA
"SUPER-ELLIPSE" COFFEE TABLE IN KARELIAN BIRCH BY PIET HEIN AND BRUNO MATHSSON Original labels retained to the underside; Sweden, circa 1960s Item # 201RHK28L A very good and relat...
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20th Century Swedish Modern Bruno Mathsson Furniture

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Steel, Chrome

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.
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bruno Mathsson Furniture

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Birch

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. 1967. Birch and Oregon pine top. Stamped. This round “Annika” oc...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Bruno Mathsson Furniture

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Birch, Pine

Occasional Table “Annika” Designed by Bruno Mathsson for Karl Mathsson, Sweden
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Stockholm, SE
Birch. Measure: H: 50.5 cm / 20’’ D: 84.5 cm / 2’ 9 1/2’’.
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Early 20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Bruno Mathsson Furniture

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Birch

“Annika” Coffee Table by Bruno Mathsson
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Stockholm, SE
“Annika” coffee table by Bruno Mathsson, made from birch with a round root table top. Beautiful curved legs. This is an early edition made in the 1930s, gra...
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1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bruno Mathsson Furniture

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Birch

"Paris" Daybed by Bruno Mathsson, Karl Mathsson, Sweden, 1940s
By Bruno Mathsson, Karl Mathsson
Located in Stockholm, SE
Amazing “Paris” daybed by Bruno Mathsson, designed in 1937. Made from birch bentwood with wreathed jute. Sleek, clean design. Mattress in grey fabric on t...
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bruno Mathsson Furniture

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Jute, Birch

Occasional Table “Superellips” Designed by Bruno Mathsson and Piet Hein
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Stockholm, SE
Occasional table “Superellips” designed by Bruno Mathsson and Piet Hein for Mathsson International, Sweden, 1960’s Root veneer top and beech legs. Very rare model. Measurements: L...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Bruno Mathsson Furniture

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Beech

Bruno Mathsson Lounge Chair Model Pernilla 3 / T-108 by Karl Mathsson in Sweden
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Lounge chair model Pernilla 3 / T-108 designed by Bruno Mathsson. Produced by Karl Mathsson in Värnamo, Sweden.
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bruno Mathsson Furniture

Materials

Canvas, Birch

Chaise Longue “Pernilla” Designed by Bruno Mathsson for Karl Mathsson, Sweden
By Karl Mathsson, Bruno Mathsson
Located in Stockholm, SE
Chaise longue “Pernilla” designed by Bruno Mathsson for Karl Mathsson, Sweden, 1944. Bent birch, solid birch, brass and original paper webbing. Very rare model with wheels. ...
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bruno Mathsson Furniture

Materials

Brass

Bruno Mathsson Large Coffee Table Model 'Annika' in Ash
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Bruno Mathsson for Karl Mathsson, coffee table, model 'Annika', ash, Sweden, 1950s. This coffee table, named 'Annika', is complemented with bent plywood with ash veneer legs executed in a fluently curved and tapered manner. These light legs are elegant and give this piece its unique appearance. The top is exquisite, the rounded edges really finish the table beautifully. Simple yet very tasteful, a great piece to furnish your living room or lobby. This table is the large version of the two models with a diameter of 105 cm (41.34"). Bruno Mathsson (1907-1988) was born in Sweden as the son of a cabinetmaker. His interest in architecture and furniture design developed early in his life. From his first designs on Mathsson was eager to use new, innovative techniques and soon became specialist in bending of laminated wood. In 1937, he was represented at Expo Paris where he won the Grand Prix for his bed called ‘Paris’. This Expo helped Mathsson to get known worldwide. The manager of the MoMA design department got interested in his designs and started to collect and exhibit his pieces. Moreover, he did collaborations per example with Piet Hein and together they developed the ‘Superellipse’ table...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bruno Mathsson Furniture

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Ash

Table Annika Designed by Bruno Mathsson for Karl Mathsson, Sweden, 1936
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Stockholm, SE
Table Annika designed by Bruno Mathsson for Karl Mathsson, Sweden. 1936. Elm top and birch legs. Measurements: H: 65 cm / 2' 2" D: 95 cm / 3' 1 7/8" This round “Annika” occasional table was manufactured in 1967 and designed in 1936; it is made of birch with a smooth Oregon pine top. Bruno Mathsson created various iterations of his “Annika” model — they come in three shapes with different wood combinations and various heights. They can be round with three legs, square with four legs, or rectangular with six legs, allowing exciting and contrasting combinations when grouped. While the design aesthetic is delicate, the table is very well-made because of the strong plywood. Bruno Mathsson’s love for nature pervades all his designs — he frequently slept outside in the forest or his garden on a specially designed foldable bed. His furniture shapes, particularly the legs, bring bull's horns or insects to mind. Mathsson was one of the most important Swedish designers of the 20th century. He was a contemporary of Alvar Aalto and Marcel Breuer, all of whom had already experimented with bent plywood during the 1930s. Karl Mathsson, Bruno Mathsson's father, was the fifth generation in a family of master cabinet makers. He owned a furniture manufacturing company that produced the earlier pieces; later, they founded "Mathsson International”. The stamp indicates the manufacturing date and, sometimes, the design date. Bruno Mathsson often gave his furniture Swedish woman...
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1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bruno Mathsson Furniture

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Birch, Elm

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.    
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bruno Mathsson Furniture

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Brass, Steel

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.
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bruno Mathsson Furniture

Materials

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. 1973. Birch and Karelian birch. Dimensions: H: 42 cm / 1' 4" D: 65 cm / 2' 1''
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1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bruno Mathsson Furniture

Materials

Birch

Dining set by Bruno Mathsson, Piet Hein and Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen
By Piet Hein, Bruno Mathsson, Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Dining set designed by Bruno Mathsson, Piet Hein and Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, Denmark, 1950-1960s. Rosewood and steel. Table: H: 70 cm / 2' 4'' L: 135 cm / 4' 5 1/2'' W: 90c...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bruno Mathsson Furniture

Materials

Steel

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.
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bruno Mathsson Furniture

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Hemp, Birch

Bruno Mathsson Lounge Chair Model Pernilla 3 / T-108 by Karl Mathsson in Värnamo
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Lounge chair model Pernilla 3 / T-108 designed by Bruno Mathsson. Produced by Karl Mathsson in Värnamo, Sweden.
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bruno Mathsson Furniture

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Sheepskin, Linen, Birch

Bruno Mathsson Wall-Mounted Bookcase by Bruno Mathsson International in Sweden
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Wall-mounted bookcase designed by Bruno Mathsson. Produced by Bruno Mathsson International in Sweden.
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1980s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bruno Mathsson Furniture

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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.
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bruno Mathsson Furniture

Materials

Hemp, 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.
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bruno Mathsson Furniture

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Leather, Beech

Bruno Mathsson Side Table Produced by Karl Mathsson in Värnamo, Sweden
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare side / magazine table designed by Bruno Mathsson. Produced by Karl Mathsson in Värnamo, Sweden.
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bruno Mathsson Furniture

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Metal

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"
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1970s Modern Vintage Bruno Mathsson Furniture

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Birch

Bruno Mathsson Easy Chairs Model Eva Hög by Karl Mathsson AB in Sweden
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare pair of easy chairs model Eva hög designed by Bruno Mathsson. Produced by Karl Mathsson AB in Värnamo, Sweden.
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bruno Mathsson Furniture

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Leather, Oak

Bruno Mathsson Side Table by Karl Mathsson in Värnamo, Sweden
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare side / magazine table designed by Bruno Mathsson. Produced by Karl Mathsson in Värnamo, Sweden.
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1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bruno Mathsson Furniture

Materials

Metal

Bruno Mathsson Bookcase Produced by Karl Mathsson in Värnamo, Sweden
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare bookcase designed by Bruno Mathsson. Produced by Karl Mathsson in Värnamo, Sweden.
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bruno Mathsson Furniture

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Steel

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.
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20th Century Swedish Bruno Mathsson Furniture

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Birch

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.
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bruno Mathsson Furniture

Materials

Birch, Pine

'Super Ellipse' Conference or Dining Table by Piet Hein
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 ...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bruno Mathsson Furniture

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Chrome, Steel

Early 'Super Ellipse' Teak Table by Piet Hein for Bruno Mathsson
By Bruno Mathsson, Piet Hein
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A "super elipse" shaped dining table designed by Piet Hein featuring a teak wood top with chromed steel legs. This table is from the first year of manufacture (pre-Fritz Hansen produ...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bruno Mathsson Furniture

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Steel

Berlin Daybed by Bruno Mathsson Sweden, circa 1960
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in New York, NY
Chic "Berlin" daybed by Swedish modern master, Bruno Mathsson. Made by Firma Karl Mathsson Sweden, circa 1960 Molded Beech, new upholstery Measures: 80" L x 40" W x 18.5" H. Bruno M...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bruno Mathsson Furniture

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Upholstery, Beech

Bruno Mathsson furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

Bruno Mathsson furniture are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of wood and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Bruno Mathsson furniture, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original furniture by Bruno Mathsson were created in the Scandinavian Modern style in europe during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider furniture by Arne Norell, Carl Malmsten, and Dux of Sweden. Prices for Bruno Mathsson furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $142 and can go as high as $37,426, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $4,502.

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