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Carl Malmsten Furniture

Swedish, 1888-1972

Carl Malmsten, a prominent furniture designer and educator associated with Swedish modernism, enjoyed immense popularity for his shapely sofas and armchairs in luscious color palettes. Malmsten believed that light — much like our eyes and bodies — doesn’t like to bump into sharp objects. Smooth edges, on the other hand, are kinder to the eye and and to our touch, and allow light to softly bounce off surfaces. Malmsten felt that if his furniture didn’t “serve well” in the home, it had no business being there.

Malmsten’s career essentially began in 1915, when his submissions for a competition to furnish the new Stockholm City Hall were first- and second-place prize winners. In the 1920s, his profile soared. He won a prize at the International Exhibition of Modern Decorative and Industrial Arts — the show that brought the Art Deco style to worldwide attention — and quickly became one of the most sought-after designers of commercial seating in Sweden.

Malmsten was soon contracted to design chairs, tables and other furniture for the Stockholm Concert Hall, the Swedish Institute in Rome and the Waldorf Astoria hotel in New York. His famous Art Nouveau-influenced Stadshusstolen chair, designed for Stockholm City Hall in 1916, is a highlight of the city’s recently opened Museum of Furniture Studies. Malmsten expanded into interior design and created a luxurious, well-appointed living room in the palace of then-Crown Prince Gustaf Adolf and his bride, Crown Princess Louise.

In the 1930s, Malmsten clashed with critics when he voiced his opposition to functionalism. Like Danish modernist Kaare Klint, he favored using quality local materials and prized traditional craftsmanship. Malmsten’s furniture draws on graceful neoclassical influences, and he said that extreme functionalism contributed to “sterile” interiors — while the curving contours of his work may share ground with furniture designed by Alvar Aalto or Bruno Mathsson, Malmsten differed with Bauhaus eminences and some Scandinavian modernists on their prioritization of functionalism.

For an exhibition in 1956 at the Röhsska Museum in Gothenburg, Malmsten designed furniture that was intended for mass production — and his striking designs began to make their way into middle-class Swedish homes owing to Malmsten’s partnerships with manufacturers such as O.H. Sjögren. Until then, he had built his pieces at the school he founded in the 1930s or had them made by artisans at several small local workshops.

Malmsten founded a number of schools for design and collaborated with other designers who shared his philosophy of “hand and mind in creative collaboration.” These included the esteemed textile artist Märta Måås Fjetterström, whose pieces he included in exhibits and even his own home.

On 1stDibs, find vintage Carl Malmsten seating, tables, cabinets and more.

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Creator: Carl Malmsten
Carl Malmsten Upholstered Armchairs for O.H. Sjögren, Sweden, 1960s
Carl Malmsten Upholstered Armchairs for O.H. Sjögren, Sweden, 1960s

Carl Malmsten Upholstered Armchairs for O.H. Sjögren, Sweden, 1960s

By Carl Malmsten, O.H. Sjögren

Located in Utrecht, NL

Carl Malmsten devoted his life to the renewal of traditional Swedish craftsmanship, inspired by Swedish country manors and rustic styles. In this spirit, his armchairs are regarded t...

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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Furniture

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Fabric, Wood

Elegant Bone White Lacquered Oval Side Table by Carl Malmsten for Möbel Komponer
Elegant Bone White Lacquered Oval Side Table by Carl Malmsten for Möbel Komponer

Elegant Bone White Lacquered Oval Side Table by Carl Malmsten for Möbel Komponer

By Carl Malmsten

Located in Dronten, NL

An elegant and timeless oval side table designed by the celebrated Swedish designer Carl Malmsten for Möbel Komponerad AV. Crafted in mahogany and finished in a refined bone white la...

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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Furniture

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Beech

Pair of "Lata Greven" armchairs by Carl Malmsten
Pair of "Lata Greven" armchairs by Carl Malmsten

Pair of "Lata Greven" armchairs by Carl Malmsten

By O.H. Sjögren, Carl Malmsten

Located in Brescia, IT

Pair of Swedish armchairs with a wrap-around profile, integrated armrests and light-colored upholstery with a textured, elegant and understated texture. Designed by Carl Malmsten ar...

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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Furniture

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Fabric, Beech

Coffee table by Carl Malmsten, Sweden, 1960s
Coffee table by Carl Malmsten, Sweden, 1960s

Coffee table by Carl Malmsten, Sweden, 1960s

By Carl Malmsten

Located in Chorzów, PL

Teak coffee table designed by Swedish designer Carl Malmsten. Made in Sweden in the 1960s. Very good condition, after renovation. The wood has been cleaned and finished with a dura...

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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Furniture

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Teak

Vintage Swedish Armchair by Carl Malmsten
Vintage Swedish Armchair by Carl Malmsten

Vintage Swedish Armchair by Carl Malmsten

By O.H. Sjögren, Carl Malmsten

Located in London, GB

A stylish and extremely comfortable vintage Swedish armchair by Carl Malmsten. This model is very rare, it is an early model made by O.H. Sjogren. We have recently imported it from S...

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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Furniture

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Bouclé, Wood

Vintage Swedish Samsas Sofa by Carl Malmsten
Vintage Swedish Samsas Sofa by Carl Malmsten

Vintage Swedish Samsas Sofa by Carl Malmsten

By Carl Malmsten

Located in London, GB

A stunning and extremely comfortable vintage Swedish Samsas sofa by Carl Malmsten. This was recently imported from Sweden, it dates from the 1960’s. This is of extremely high qualit...

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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Furniture

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Bouclé, Beech

Carl Malmsten Swedish Lounge Chair, 1950s, Mohair Velvet by Chase Erwin
Carl Malmsten Swedish Lounge Chair, 1950s, Mohair Velvet by Chase Erwin

Carl Malmsten Swedish Lounge Chair, 1950s, Mohair Velvet by Chase Erwin

By O.H. Sjögren, Carl Malmsten

Located in London, GB

A Swedish lounge chair designed by Carl Malmsten and made by O.H. Sjögren in Tranås in the 1950s. A well-proportioned piece that's very comfortable, with an elegant, graceful shape t...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Carl Malmsten Furniture

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Mohair

Set of four Swedish midcentury pine dining chairs by Carl Malmsten
Set of four Swedish midcentury pine dining chairs by Carl Malmsten

Set of four Swedish midcentury pine dining chairs by Carl Malmsten

By Carl Malmsten

Located in Eskilstuna, SE

Set of four Scandinavian modern pine dining chairs designed by Carl Malmsten during the 1960s. Fits together perfectly with other sports cabin furniture from Sweden. Beautiful o...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Carl Malmsten Furniture

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Pine

Carl Malmsten Bench Model Visingsö Produced by Svensk Fur in Sweden
Carl Malmsten Bench Model Visingsö Produced by Svensk Fur in Sweden

Carl Malmsten Bench Model Visingsö Produced by Svensk Fur in Sweden

By Carl Malmsten

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

Bench model Visingsö designed by Carl Malmsten. Produced by Svensk Fur in Sweden.

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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Furniture

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Pine

Cabinet con ripiani a vista “Visingsö” di Carl Malmsten per Svensk Fur, anni ’50
Cabinet con ripiani a vista “Visingsö” di Carl Malmsten per Svensk Fur, anni ’50

Cabinet con ripiani a vista “Visingsö” di Carl Malmsten per Svensk Fur, anni ’50

By Carl Malmsten, Svensk Fur

Located in Brescia, IT

Cabinet con ripiani a vista modello “Visingsö” di Carl Malmsten per Svensk Fur, in legno laccato beige e grigio antracite, anni ’50. Cabinet con ripiani a vista della serie “Visings...

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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Furniture

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Beech

Vintage Swedish Samspel Armchair by Carl Malmsten
Vintage Swedish Samspel Armchair by Carl Malmsten

Vintage Swedish Samspel Armchair by Carl Malmsten

By Carl Malmsten

Located in London, GB

A stylish and extremely well made vintage Swedish Samspel armchair by Carl Malmsten. It was made in Sweden, it dates from around the 1960’s. This is of exceptional quality and is ex...

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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Furniture

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Bouclé, Wood

Carl Malmsten, Swedish Geometric Pattern Wool Rug, Blue/Grey, Handcrafted, 1950s
Carl Malmsten, Swedish Geometric Pattern Wool Rug, Blue/Grey, Handcrafted, 1950s

Carl Malmsten, Swedish Geometric Pattern Wool Rug, Blue/Grey, Handcrafted, 1950s

By Carl Malmsten

Located in Forest, BE

Swedish elegant blue and grey with geometric patterns. Made of wool. It is very soft and in excellent condition for its age. Designed and produced in the 1950s. It would be a good ad...

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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Furniture

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Wool

Vintage Swedish Samsas Armchair by Carl Malmsten
Vintage Swedish Samsas Armchair by Carl Malmsten

Vintage Swedish Samsas Armchair by Carl Malmsten

By Carl Malmsten

Located in London, GB

A stylish and iconic vintage Swedish Samsas armchair by Carl Malmsten. It was made in Sweden, it dates from around the 1960’s. This is of exceptional quality and is extremely comfor...

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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Furniture

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Bouclé, Wood

Pair of Carl Malmsten of Armchairs,  circa 1950s
Pair of Carl Malmsten of Armchairs,  circa 1950s

Pair of Carl Malmsten of Armchairs, circa 1950s

By Carl Malmsten

Located in London, England

Carl Malmsten Armchairs, circa 1950s A pair of upholstered armchairs from Swedish master: Carl Malmsten. This model is a lighter variation on the Samsas chair with taller legs. Th...

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1950s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Furniture

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Bouclé, Beech

Swedish Leather Samsas Round Sofa by Carl Malmsten
Swedish Leather Samsas Round Sofa by Carl Malmsten

Swedish Leather Samsas Round Sofa by Carl Malmsten

By Carl Malmsten

Located in London, GB

This is an absolutely stunning and iconic design. It’s the Swedish Leather Samsas Round Sofa designed by Carl Malmsten in the 1920’s. This model was made in Sweden in the mid 20th ce...

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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Furniture

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Leather, Wood

Carl Malmsten Coffee Table Produced by Svensk Fur in Sweden
Carl Malmsten Coffee Table Produced by Svensk Fur in Sweden

Carl Malmsten Coffee Table Produced by Svensk Fur in Sweden

By Carl Malmsten

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

Rare coffee table designed by Carl Malmsten. Produced by Svensk Fur in Sweden.   

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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Furniture

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Pine

Vintage Swedish Cirkus Armchair by Carl Malmsten
Vintage Swedish Cirkus Armchair by Carl Malmsten

Vintage Swedish Cirkus Armchair by Carl Malmsten

By Carl Malmsten

Located in London, GB

A stylish and iconic vintage Swedish Cirkus armchair by Carl Malmsten. It was made in Sweden, it dates from around the 1960’s. This is a very rare model, it is of exceptional qualit...

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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Furniture

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Bouclé, Wood

Pair of “New Berlin” Easy Chairs by Carl Malmsten, Sweden 20th Century
Pair of “New Berlin” Easy Chairs by Carl Malmsten, Sweden 20th Century

Pair of “New Berlin” Easy Chairs by Carl Malmsten, Sweden 20th Century

By O.H. Sjögren, Carl Malmsten

Located in Utrecht, NL

These “New Berlin” chairs are among Swedish icon Carl Malmsten’s rarer models. The dark wood, the beautiful upholstery and timeless, clean design makes the “New Berlin” model a beaut...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Carl Malmsten Furniture

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Fabric, Wood

Carl Malmsten "Gamla Stan" Armchairs, Sweden ca 1950s
Carl Malmsten "Gamla Stan" Armchairs, Sweden ca 1950s

Carl Malmsten "Gamla Stan" Armchairs, Sweden ca 1950s

By Carl Malmsten

Located in Utrecht, NL

Carl Malmsten has designed over 1000 different furniture models, most of which were named, giving his models even more character. “Gamla Stan”, Swedish for ...

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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Furniture

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Fabric, Wood

Set of eight Carl Malmsten dining chairs in solid Oregon pine, Sweden 1960s
Set of eight Carl Malmsten dining chairs in solid Oregon pine, Sweden 1960s

Set of eight Carl Malmsten dining chairs in solid Oregon pine, Sweden 1960s

By Carl Malmsten

Located in Antwerpen, BE

Carl Malmsten 1888 - 1972 Malmsten’s career started in 1915, when the results of a furniture competition for the massive new building project, the Stockholm City Hall, were announced...

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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Furniture

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Pine

"Jonas Love" Armchair with Blue Upholstery by Carl Malmsten, Sweden Mid-20th C
"Jonas Love" Armchair with Blue Upholstery by Carl Malmsten, Sweden Mid-20th C

"Jonas Love" Armchair with Blue Upholstery by Carl Malmsten, Sweden Mid-20th C

By Carl Malmsten

Located in Utrecht, NL

By the mid 20th century, Carl Malmsten became one of the most sought-after interior and furniture designers in all of Sweden. As a furniture maker he expressed the old, inherited for...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Carl Malmsten Furniture

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Fabric, Wood

A Pair of "Stora Furulid” Armchairs by Carl Malmsten, Sweden 1950s
A Pair of "Stora Furulid” Armchairs by Carl Malmsten, Sweden 1950s

A Pair of "Stora Furulid” Armchairs by Carl Malmsten, Sweden 1950s

By Carl Malmsten

Located in Utrecht, NL

There is a certain “Malmsten-esque” charm to the Swedish designer’s pieces that manifests in the gentle but defined curves and cosy appearance. The expression “Swedish Modern” was ...

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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Furniture

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Fabric, Wood

Carl Malmsten Easy Chairs Produced by Svensk Fur in Sweden
Carl Malmsten Easy Chairs Produced by Svensk Fur in Sweden

Carl Malmsten Easy Chairs Produced by Svensk Fur in Sweden

By Carl Malmsten

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

Rare set of 6 easy chairs designed by Carl Malmsten. Produced by Svensk Fur in Sweden. Matching coffee table by Malmsten is also available.

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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Furniture

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Pine

Crib Designed by Carl Malmsten, Stained Pine, Sweden, 1924
Crib Designed by Carl Malmsten, Stained Pine, Sweden, 1924

Crib Designed by Carl Malmsten, Stained Pine, Sweden, 1924

By Carl Malmsten

Located in Stockholm, SE

Crib designed by Carl Malmsten, Sweden, 1924. Stained pine. Carl Malmsten was a renowned Swedish furniture designer and architect who lived from 1888 to 1972. He is considered one ...

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1920s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Furniture

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Pine

Vintage Swedish Armchair by Carl Malmsten
Vintage Swedish Armchair by Carl Malmsten

Vintage Swedish Armchair by Carl Malmsten

By Carl Malmsten

Located in London, GB

A stylish and extremely comfortable vintage Swedish armchair by Carl Malmsten. This model is very rare, it is called the ‘Stora Furulid’. We have recently imported it from Sweden, it...

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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Furniture

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Fabric, Wood

Carl Malmsten, Lounge Chairs, Oak, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s
Carl Malmsten, Lounge Chairs, Oak, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s

Carl Malmsten, Lounge Chairs, Oak, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s

By Carl Malmsten

Located in High Point, NC

A pair of oak and brown fabric lounge chairs designed and produced by Carl Malmsten, Sweden, c. 1950s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 36.0"H x 24.6"W x 29.0"D Seat Height (inches): 1...

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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Furniture

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Fabric, Oak

1930s Swedish Large Cupboard Cabinet by Carl Malmsten for Ab Nordiska Kompaniet
1930s Swedish Large Cupboard Cabinet by Carl Malmsten for Ab Nordiska Kompaniet

1930s Swedish Large Cupboard Cabinet by Carl Malmsten for Ab Nordiska Kompaniet

By Carl Malmsten

Located in St.Petersburg, FL

An extremely rare and possibly unique cabinet designed by Carl Malmsten for AB Nordiska Kompaniet. Beautiful condition and versatile cabinet. Large cabinet with fully adjustable shel...

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1930s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Furniture

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Birch

Modernist Carl Malmsten Pine 1930s Table/Desk restored Hjorth
Modernist Carl Malmsten Pine 1930s Table/Desk restored Hjorth

Modernist Carl Malmsten Pine 1930s Table/Desk restored Hjorth

By Axel Einar Hjorth, Carl Malmsten

Located in Forest, BE

This is a unusual table / desk made out of pine. Produced in Sweden in the early 1930s. It is a so unique in the shape inspired by the traditional baroque tables but in a stylized a...

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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Furniture

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Pine

Carl Malmsten, Large and Rare “Alleman” Rölakan rug in Pure Wool, Sweden 1960s.
Carl Malmsten, Large and Rare “Alleman” Rölakan rug in Pure Wool, Sweden 1960s.

Carl Malmsten, Large and Rare “Alleman” Rölakan rug in Pure Wool, Sweden 1960s.

By Carl Malmsten, Märta Måås-Fjetterström

Located in Ystad, SE

Carl Malmsten, Large and Rare “Alleman” Rölakan rug in Pure Wool, Sweden 1960s. An important and highly collectible Swedish rölakan flatweave carpet designed by Carl Malmsten. The “...

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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Furniture

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Wool

Mid-Century Modern Extendable Dining Table by Carl Malmsten, Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Extendable Dining Table by Carl Malmsten, Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Extendable Dining Table by Carl Malmsten, Walnut

By Carl Malmsten

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A light-brown, vintage Mid-Century Modern Swedish extendable dining table made of hand carafted Walnut with two pullout leaves which are stored underneath, designed by Carl Malmsten ...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Carl Malmsten Furniture

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Walnut

Pair of Cirkus Armchairs by Carl Malmsten, 1950s
Pair of Cirkus Armchairs by Carl Malmsten, 1950s

Pair of Cirkus Armchairs by Carl Malmsten, 1950s

By Carl Malmsten

Located in London, England

Carl Malmsten - Cirkus Lounge Chair, 1950s The Cirkus Chair by Carl Malmsten was designed in the early 1950s and has become one of his most well-loved and distinctive designs from h...

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2010s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Carl Malmsten Furniture

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Wool, Bouclé, Oak, Walnut

"Oskar" Armchair by Carl Malmsten for O.H. Sjögren, Sweden 1930s
"Oskar" Armchair by Carl Malmsten for O.H. Sjögren, Sweden 1930s

"Oskar" Armchair by Carl Malmsten for O.H. Sjögren, Sweden 1930s

By Carl Malmsten, O.H. Sjögren

Located in Utrecht, NL

The ‘Oskar’ armchair was designed in 1939, the same year that Carl Malmsten participated in the New York World’s Fair. It was there that the expression “Swedish Modern” was coined, b...

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1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Furniture

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Fabric, Wood

Carl Malmsten Pine Bench – Nordic Craftsmanship, Sweden, 1960
Carl Malmsten Pine Bench – Nordic Craftsmanship, Sweden, 1960

Carl Malmsten Pine Bench – Nordic Craftsmanship, Sweden, 1960

By Carl Malmsten

Located in Dronten, NL

This is an exceptional opportunity to acquire a genuine icon of Scandinavian design: a solid pine bench by the legendary Swedish master Carl Malmsten. Executed with a profound respec...

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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Furniture

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Pine

Carl Malmsten Samspel Sofa in Wool Velvet 1950s
Carl Malmsten Samspel Sofa in Wool Velvet 1950s

Carl Malmsten Samspel Sofa in Wool Velvet 1950s

By Dagmar, Carl Malmsten

Located in London, England

Carl Malmsten - Samspel Sofa, 1956 The Samspel sofa was designed in 1956 and first produced by AB Record in Bollnäs, Sweden. It is one of the finest pieces to be designed by Malmste...

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2010s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Carl Malmsten Furniture

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Mohair, Velvet, Wool, Oak

Modernist Carl Malmsten Mahogany  1940s Mirror, in the Vibe of Axel Einar Hjorth
Modernist Carl Malmsten Mahogany  1940s Mirror, in the Vibe of Axel Einar Hjorth

Modernist Carl Malmsten Mahogany 1940s Mirror, in the Vibe of Axel Einar Hjorth

By Axel Einar Hjorth, Carl Malmsten

Located in Forest, BE

This is an unusual Mahogany mirror produced in Sweden in 1994 by one of the craftsman students of the Malmsten school. Elegant and classic shape. It will brighten any projects. We ju...

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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Furniture

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Mahogany, Mirror

Midcentury Modern Pine Side Chair by Carl Malmsten, Svensk Fur, Sweden, 1940s
Midcentury Modern Pine Side Chair by Carl Malmsten, Svensk Fur, Sweden, 1940s

Midcentury Modern Pine Side Chair by Carl Malmsten, Svensk Fur, Sweden, 1940s

By Svensk Fur, Carl Malmsten

Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län

"Sörgården" pine chair by Carl Malmsten, with a low seat height that fits well with a coffee table or as a bedside table. Rustic modernist design with...

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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Furniture

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Pine

Teak "Sladen" “The Sled” Nesting Table by Carl Malmsten, Sweden
Teak "Sladen" “The Sled” Nesting Table by Carl Malmsten, Sweden

Teak "Sladen" “The Sled” Nesting Table by Carl Malmsten, Sweden

By Carl Malmsten

Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län

Beautiful “The Sled” nesting table by Carl Malmsten, made from teak. Light, graceful design with sled shaped legs and a discreet decor of inlaid spheres at the edges of the table tops.

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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Furniture

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Teak

Modernist Swedish massive pine stool in the taste of Carl Malmsten 1940s/50's
Modernist Swedish massive pine stool in the taste of Carl Malmsten 1940s/50's

Modernist Swedish massive pine stool in the taste of Carl Malmsten 1940s/50's

By Axel Einar Hjorth, Carl Malmsten

Located in Forest, BE

This is an elegant rectangular pine. Produced in Sweden around the 1950s. It is a beautiful shape, the grain is showing a high quality wood. The legs can be unscrewed. a beautiful r...

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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Furniture

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Pine

Early Swedish Modern Wooden Dining Office Chair in Pine by Carl Malmsten, 1930s
Early Swedish Modern Wooden Dining Office Chair in Pine by Carl Malmsten, 1930s

Early Swedish Modern Wooden Dining Office Chair in Pine by Carl Malmsten, 1930s

By Carl Malmsten

Located in Stockholm, SE

A rare and early Swedish mid century modern wooden chair in dark brown stained pine with a sculptural shaped back designed and produced by Carl Malmsten and his cabinetmakers in 1933...

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1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Furniture

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Pine

Midcentury Set of 4 Candlesticks in Birch Carl Malmsten Sweden 1960s
Midcentury Set of 4 Candlesticks in Birch Carl Malmsten Sweden 1960s

Midcentury Set of 4 Candlesticks in Birch Carl Malmsten Sweden 1960s

By Carl Malmsten

Located in Hillringsberg, SE

Set containing 4 candlesticks designed by the famous Carlm Malmsten. Made in lacquered birch are these modest yet highly crafted candlesticks made in Sw...

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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Furniture

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Birch

Carl Malmsten, Lounge Chair, Velvet, Birch, Sweden, c. 1940s
Carl Malmsten, Lounge Chair, Velvet, Birch, Sweden, c. 1940s

Carl Malmsten, Lounge Chair, Velvet, Birch, Sweden, c. 1940s

By Carl Malmsten

Located in High Point, NC

A purple velvet and light birch lounge chair, designed and produced by Carl Malmsten, Sweden, c. 1940s. Seat Height (inches): 16.75" Arm Height (inches): 23.63" All items ship fro...

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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Furniture

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Velvet, Birch

Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chair by Carl Malmsten, Beechwood, Sweden
Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chair by Carl Malmsten, Beechwood, Sweden

Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chair by Carl Malmsten, Beechwood, Sweden

By AB Stilarmatur Tranås, O.H. Sjögren, Carl Malmsten

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A dark-brown, vintage Mid-Century Modern Swedish nest, reading lounge chair made of hand crafted polished Beechwood, designed by Carl Malmsten, produced by O.H. Sjögren and AB Stilarmatur Tranås in good condition. The seat backrest of the small Scandinavian center chair is slightly inclined with arched armrests, composed with a detachable seat cushion, standing on four short wooden feet. Manufacturer label at the bottom. Newly upholstered in a white bouclé fabric. Wear consistent with age and use. Circa 1960 - 1980, Sweden, Scandinavia. Measures: Seat: 19" H x 30" W x 23" D Carl Malmsten was a famous Swedish furniture designer, architect, and educator born in 1888, in Sweden and passed away in 1972. He collaborated with Gunnar Asplund and Uno Ahren. Malmsten has a lasting influence on Swedish design through the two schools which he founded, the Carl Malmsten furniture studies. In 1945, Malmsten was honored for a design with an inaugural Prince Eugen Medal in Sweden. O.H. Sjögren is one of the oldest Swedish furniture companies which is run by the fourth generation. The company was originally founded in circa 1870 by C. Rosén in Tranås, Sweden. In 1902, the Swedish manufacturer ( known today as O.H. Sjögren ) was taken over by Oskar Herbert Sjögren. In the early times, they were producing harnesses, saddles, etc. for horses. Later on, in the 1930’s, when the sons of Sjögren, Gustav and Olle Sjögren...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Carl Malmsten Furniture

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Fabric, Bouclé, Upholstery, Beech

Carl Malmsten, Lounge Chairs, Pine, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s
Carl Malmsten, Lounge Chairs, Pine, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s

Carl Malmsten, Lounge Chairs, Pine, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s

By Carl Malmsten

Located in High Point, NC

A pair of pine and red fabric lounge chairs designed and produced by Carl Malmsten, Sweden, c. 1950s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 37.5"H x 24.75"W x 25.5"D Seat Height (inches): 1...

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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Furniture

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Fabric, Pine

Classical Carl Malmsten sofa 40s design, Green wool model "nya Berlin" original
Classical Carl Malmsten sofa 40s design, Green wool model "nya Berlin" original

Classical Carl Malmsten sofa 40s design, Green wool model "nya Berlin" original

By Axel Einar Hjorth, Carl Malmsten

Located in Forest, BE

This is a 3 seater long sofa in original green wool by master Carl Malmsten. The fabric is in good overall condition with some light traces. Carl Malmsten (December 7, 1888 – Augus...

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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Furniture

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Pine

Carl Malmsten 'Berg' Three Legged Coffee Table in Burl Elmwood, Sweden, 1960s
Carl Malmsten 'Berg' Three Legged Coffee Table in Burl Elmwood, Sweden, 1960s

Carl Malmsten 'Berg' Three Legged Coffee Table in Burl Elmwood, Sweden, 1960s

By Carl Malmsten

Located in The Hague, NL

This elegant side table was designed by Carl Malmsten and produced by his company in Sweden in the 1960s. This is a rare variant of his iconic 'Berg' model, with a larger square top ...

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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Furniture

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Elm, Burl

Mid-Century Modern Dining Chairs by Carl Malmsten, Birchwood, 1950
Mid-Century Modern Dining Chairs by Carl Malmsten, Birchwood, 1950

Mid-Century Modern Dining Chairs by Carl Malmsten, Birchwood, 1950

By Carl Malmsten

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A vintage Mid-Century Modern Swedish pair of dining chairs made of hand crafted Birchwood, designed by Carl Malmsten and produced by Möbel Komponerad AV in good condition. The Scandi...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Carl Malmsten Furniture

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Brass

“Samsas” Sofa by Carl Malmsten for O.H. Sjögren, Sweden, 1960s
“Samsas” Sofa by Carl Malmsten for O.H. Sjögren, Sweden, 1960s

“Samsas” Sofa by Carl Malmsten for O.H. Sjögren, Sweden, 1960s

By O.H. Sjögren, Carl Malmsten

Located in Karis, Nyland

An original “Samsas” three-seater sofa designed by Carl Malmsten and produced by O.H. Sjögren in Tranås, Sweden, during the 1960s. The design captures Malmsten’s signature human-cent...

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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Furniture

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Wool, Wood

Carl Malmsten "Stugan" Armchair for O.H. Sjögren, Sweden 1950s
Carl Malmsten "Stugan" Armchair for O.H. Sjögren, Sweden 1950s

Carl Malmsten "Stugan" Armchair for O.H. Sjögren, Sweden 1950s

By O.H. Sjögren, Carl Malmsten

Located in Utrecht, NL

Carl Malmsten is one of Sweden's most famous furniture designers. Many of his furniture are considered modern design classics. His present 'Stugan' (Cottage or Cabin in Swedish) armc...

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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Furniture

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Bouclé, Wood

Carl Malmsten Visingo Chairs
Carl Malmsten Visingo Chairs

Carl Malmsten Visingo Chairs

By Carl Malmsten

Located in New York, NY

A Pair of Carl Malmsten Visingo Chairs all original. A spectacular pair of Carl Malmsten Visingo Chairs for AB O.H. Sjogren Stoppmobler in Oak. In good original condition complete wi...

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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Furniture

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Oak

Early Carl Malmsten Writing or Console Table
Early Carl Malmsten Writing or Console Table

Early Carl Malmsten Writing or Console Table

By Carl Malmsten

Located in Long Island City, NY

Carl Malmsten was one of the most talented and prolific Scandinavian designers of the 20th century. He rejected the dehumanizing elements of Functionalism in favor of a considered ap...

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Early 20th Century Swedish Carl Malmsten Furniture

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Birch, Elm, Oak, Burl

CARL MALMSTEN. “The Sled” Nesting Tables in birch, Sweden, 1950s
CARL MALMSTEN. “The Sled” Nesting Tables in birch, Sweden, 1950s

CARL MALMSTEN. “The Sled” Nesting Tables in birch, Sweden, 1950s

By Carl Malmsten

Located in New York, NY

CARL MALMSTEN. Nest of tables, 3 parts, birch, "Släden", brand marked CM, Åfors Möbelfabrik. A beautifully proportioned set of “The Sled” nesting tables designed by Carl Malmsten, o...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Carl Malmsten Furniture

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Birch

A Pair of Liljeholmen No. 4 Candlesticks by Carl Malmsten
A Pair of Liljeholmen No. 4 Candlesticks by Carl Malmsten

A Pair of Liljeholmen No. 4 Candlesticks by Carl Malmsten

By Carl Malmsten

Located in New York, NY

A pair of turned birch candlesticks. Documented model "Liljeholmen No. 4" by Carl Malmsten. Circa 1957.

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1950s Swedish Vintage Carl Malmsten Furniture

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Birch

Swedish Modern Sofa by Carl Malmsten 1940's
Swedish Modern Sofa by Carl Malmsten 1940's

Swedish Modern Sofa by Carl Malmsten 1940's

By Carl Malmsten

Located in Örebro, SE

Rare Swedish modern sofa with lovely shape, by Carl Malmsten ca -1940's. Good vintage condition, wear and patina consistent with age, some light stains.

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1940s Swedish Vintage Carl Malmsten Furniture

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Fabric, Birch

Midcentury Pine Coffee Table by Carl Malmsten, Sweden, 1940s
Midcentury Pine Coffee Table by Carl Malmsten, Sweden, 1940s

Midcentury Pine Coffee Table by Carl Malmsten, Sweden, 1940s

By Carl Malmsten

Located in Hillringsberg, SE

Wonderful pine coffetable by Swedish designer Carl Malmsten. The table is produced in the time when the pine furniture of quality were made in Sweden. This one is no exaption. Th...

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1940s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Furniture

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Pine

Scandinavian modern pine coffee table by Carl Malmsten, 1950s, Sweden
Scandinavian modern pine coffee table by Carl Malmsten, 1950s, Sweden

Scandinavian modern pine coffee table by Carl Malmsten, 1950s, Sweden

By Carl Malmsten

Located in Eskilstuna, SE

Rare coffee table in pine designed by Carl Malmsten during the 1950s. Goes perfectly together with other so called sports cabin furniture.

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Carl Malmsten Furniture

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Pine

Pine side table 'Sparven' by Carl Malmsten, 1950s, Sweden
Pine side table 'Sparven' by Carl Malmsten, 1950s, Sweden

Pine side table 'Sparven' by Carl Malmsten, 1950s, Sweden

By Carl Malmsten

Located in Eskilstuna, SE

Rare side table in pine designed by Carl Malmsten during the 1950s. Goes perfectly together with other so called sports cabin furniture.

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Carl Malmsten Furniture

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Pine

Mid Century Modern Swedish Teak Coffee Table by Carl Malmsten
Mid Century Modern Swedish Teak Coffee Table by Carl Malmsten

Mid Century Modern Swedish Teak Coffee Table by Carl Malmsten

By Carl Malmsten

Located in Atlanta, GA

Mid-Century Modern teak coffee table by renowned Swedish furniture designer Carl Malmsten (1888-1972). Detailed corners and rounded butterfly legs. A w...

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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Furniture

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Teak

Carl Malmsten Stool
Carl Malmsten Stool

Carl Malmsten Stool

By Carl Malmsten

Located in San Francisco, CA

Carl Malmsten stool simple but elegant hand made craftsmanship with signature leg construction, Sweden.

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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Furniture

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Pine

Carl Malmsten 'Visingsö' 3 Seater Sofa c.1960s made from solid pine
Carl Malmsten 'Visingsö' 3 Seater Sofa c.1960s made from solid pine

Carl Malmsten 'Visingsö' 3 Seater Sofa c.1960s made from solid pine

By Carl Malmsten

Located in London, GB

Carl Malmsten ‘Visingsö’ 3-Seater Sofa, c.1960s Solid pine frame H78 x W205 x D78 cm Made in Sweden This elegant three-seater sofa is part of the ‘Visingsö’ series, designed by Swed...

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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Furniture

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Pine

Bench in Solid Pine by Carl Malmsten, 1960s
Bench in Solid Pine by Carl Malmsten, 1960s

Bench in Solid Pine by Carl Malmsten, 1960s

By Carl Malmsten

Located in Lejre, DK

Bench in Scandinavian solid pine. Designed by Carl Malmsten, 1960s.

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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Furniture

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Pine

Carl Malmsten furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

Carl Malmsten 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 Carl Malmsten furniture, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 211 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 7 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original furniture by Carl Malmsten 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, Bruno Mathsson, and Yngve Ekström. Prices for Carl Malmsten furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $476 and can go as high as $48,400, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $5,467.