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Carl Malmsten Seating

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 Vintage 1950s Samspel Chairs in Moss Green Velvet
By Carl Malmsten
Located in London, England
Carl Malmsten - Samspel Lounge Chairs, 1950s The Samspel chair is one of Swedish master Carl Malmsten's most well-loved and sought after designs. These examples were produced in the...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Seating

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Beech, Velvet

Scandinavian elegant lounge chair by Carl Malmsten, Sweden, 1950s
By Carl Malmsten
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Great lounge chair by Carl Malmsten. Model is 'Hemmakväll' and was designed in the 1940s. Original fabric in good condition.
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Carl Malmsten Seating

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Fabric, Beech

1950s Swedish Velvet Samspel Sofa by Carl Malmsten
By Carl Malmsten
Located in London, England
Carl Malmsten 'Samspel' Sofa, circa 1950s First designed in 1956 and produced by AB Record in Bollnas, Sweden, the 'Samspel' sofa is one of the finest pieces to be drawn by Sweden...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Seating

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Wool, Cotton, Beech

Carl Malmsten Pair of 'Farmor' Armchairs in Honey Sheepskin, 1950s
By Carl Malmsten, O.H. Sjögren
Located in Prague, New Town
Pair of ‘Farmor’ armchairs, designed by Carl Malmsten, 1956. Produced by O.H. Sjögren in Sweden, 1950s. Legs in wood, newly upholstered in honey sheepskin. Dimensions: Height: 103 c...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Seating

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Sheepskin, Wood

20th Century Swedish Vintage OH Sjögren Home Evening Settee by Carl Malmsten
By AB Stilarmatur Tranås, O.H. Sjögren, Carl Malmsten
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A large, vintage Mid-Century modern Swedish three-seater " Home Evening " sofa or settee with two pillows, designed by Carl Malmsten for O.H. Sjögren and Stoppmöbler, Tranås in good ...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Carl Malmsten Seating

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Fabric, Cotton, Upholstery, Beech

Midcentury Modern Rare Carl Malmsten Velvet "Samsas" Sofa Sweden, 1960s
By Carl Malmsten, O.H. Sjögren
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
This midcentury icon sofa was designed by Carl Malmsten and this one was produced by O.H Sjögren. The sofa has a rare fabric in shifting red/pink velvet. It’s in good vintage conditi...
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1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Seating

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Velvet, Birch

Swedish Modern Sheepskin/Shearling Sofa and two lounge chairs 'Samspel"
By Carl Malmsten
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
Set of Sofa and 2 chairs. Item Reference LU4154138829682 LU4154138829492 This model” Samspel” sofa was designed by Carl Malmsten in 1956 and manufactured during that time at AB...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Seating

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Sheepskin

1950’s Swedish “Samspel” Sofa by Carl Malmsten
By Carl Malmsten
Located in Turners Falls, MA
1950’s “Samspel” Sofa designed by renowned Swedish designer Carl Malmsten. Beautiful organic design. Beech legs. Vintage upholstery. Produced by AB Record
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20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Carl Malmsten Seating

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Upholstery, Beech

Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Sofa Model "Värend" Carl Malmsten, 1942
By Carl Malmsten
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
This Rare model” Värend” sofa was designed by Carl Malmsten in the 1940s. The sofa has been reupholstered. Stained elm, back with ribs, loose back cushions and upholstered seat, cove...
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1940s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Seating

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Elm

1950’s Lounge Chair By Carl Malmsten
By Carl Malmsten
Located in Turners Falls, MA
1950’s lounge chair designed by renowned Swedish designer Carl Malmsten. Beautiful organic design. Beech legs. Vintage upholstery. Produced by AB Record
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Carl Malmsten Seating

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Beech

Midcentury Modern Sheepskin/Shearling Carl Malmsten "Samspel" Lounge Chairs
By Carl Malmsten
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
This model” Samspel” lounge chairs was designed by Carl Malmsten in 1956 and manufactured during that time at AB Record Bollnäs Sweden. These two chairs have been fully reupholstered...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Seating

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Sheepskin, Birch

Scandinavian Swedish Modern Sofa “Samsas” by Carl Malmsten for O.H Sjögren
By Carl Malmsten, O.H. Sjögren
Located in Kramfors, SE
Scandinavian modern sofa “Samsas” by Carl Malmsten for O.H Sjögren in Tranås. The sofa is a mid-century modern classic with a solid pine frame and red toned upholstery. The sofa, oft...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Carl Malmsten Seating

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Fabric, Pine

Scandinavian Midcentury Carl Malmsten Boucle "Samsas" Sofa, Sweden, 1960s
By Carl Malmsten, O.H. Sjögren
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
This mid century icon sofa was designed by Carl Malmsten and this one was produced by O.H Sjögren. The sofa has a have new high quality off white boucle fabric and reupholstered by o...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Seating

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Fabric

Carl Malmsten for O.H. Sjögren 'Farmor' Armchair in Grey Lambswool, 1950s
By Carl Malmsten, O.H. Sjögren
Located in Bagnolo Mella, Brescia
An iconic and timeless armchair, the "Farmor" (Grandmother) model, designed by Carl Malmsten in the 1950s and produced by O.H. Sjögren in Sweden. This piece is among Malmsten’s most ...
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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Seating

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Lambskin, Leather, Pine

Sheepskin Samspel Sofa by Carl Malmsten
By Carl Malmsten
Located in London, England
Carl Malmsten - Samspel Sofa This iconic piece of Swedish furniture was designed in 1956 by master-designer Carl Malmsten. It was originally produced by ...
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2010s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Carl Malmsten Seating

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Sheepskin, Beech

Carl Malmsten Vintage 1950s Samsas Chairs in Moss Green Velvet
By Carl Malmsten
Located in London, England
Carl Malmsten - Samsas Lounge Chairs, 1950s The Samsas chair is one of Swedish master Carl Malmsten's most well-loved and sought after designs. These examples were produced in the 1...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Seating

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Wool, Beech

Carl Malmsten Vintage Samspel Sofa in Mohair Velvet 1950s
By Carl Malmsten
Located in London, England
Carl Malmsten - Samspel Sofa, 1956 Malmsten's iconic curved sofa was designed in 1956 and produced by Swedish cabinetmakers AB Record in Bollnas. It is considered one the finest exa...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Seating

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Mohair, Velvet, Beech

Sheepskin Samspel Sofa by Carl Malmsten
By Carl Malmsten
Located in London, England
Carl Malmsten - Samspel Sofa This iconic piece of Swedish furniture was designed in 1956 by master-designer Carl Malmsten. It was originally produced by ...
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2010s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Carl Malmsten Seating

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Sheepskin, Beech

Sheepskin Samspel Sofa by Carl Malmsten
By Carl Malmsten
Located in London, England
Carl Malmsten - Samspel Sofa This iconic piece of Swedish furniture was designed in 1956 by master-designer Carl Malmsten. It was originally produced by ...
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2010s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Carl Malmsten Seating

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Sheepskin, Beech

Midcentury Modern Sheepskin/Shearling Sofa Model 'Samspel" Carl Malmsten, 1956
By Carl Malmsten
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
This model” Samspel” sofa was designed by Carl Malmsten in 1956 and manufactured during that time at AB Record Bollnäs Sweden. The sofa has been fully reupholstered and now have its ...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Seating

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Sheepskin

Swedish Grace Armchair by Carl Malmsten, Sweden, 1920s
By Carl Malmsten
Located in Stockholm, SE
Beautiful Swedish Grace armchair by Carl Malmsten, made from oak with a leather seat. Clean lines, statuesque expression. Old leather with patina.
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1920s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Seating

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Leather, Oak

Carl Malmsten Vintage Samspel Sofa in Mohair Velvet 1950s
By Carl Malmsten
Located in London, England
Carl Malmsten - Samspel Sofa, 1956 Malmsten's iconic curved sofa was designed in 1956 and produced by Swedish cabinetmakers AB Record in Bollnas. It is considered one the finest exa...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Seating

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Mohair, Velvet, Beech

Pine Stool Visingsö by Carl Malmsten for Karl Andersson & Söner, Sweden, 1960s
By Carl Malmsten
Located in Stockholm, SE
1960’s ‘Visingsö’ solid pine wood stool by Carl Malmsten. The design features simple and efficient lines combined with characteristic round edges. Original piece manufactured in Swed...
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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Seating

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Pine

Vintage Scandinavian Modern Carl Malmsten Samsas Original Armchair
By O.H. Sjögren, Carl Malmsten
Located in Kramfors, SE
Carl Malmsten Samsas armchair for O.H. Sjögren from the mid 20th century. The chair is a Swedish modern classic and the Samsas series is today recognised as the most characteristic d...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Carl Malmsten Seating

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Fabric, Wood

Carl Malmsten Vintage 1950s Samspel Chairs in Moss Green Velvet
By Carl Malmsten
Located in London, England
Carl Malmsten - Samspel Lounge Chairs, 1950s The Samspel chair is one of Swedish master Carl Malmsten's most well-loved and sought after designs. These examples were produced in the...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Seating

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Beech, Velvet

Carl Malmsten "Samsas" sofa
By Carl Malmsten
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Carl Malmsten "Samsas" Sofa. Nice Curvy Lines. Unmarked. Should Be Reupholstered.
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1950s Swedish Vintage Carl Malmsten Seating

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Fabric, Beech

Scandinavian elegant lounge chair by Carl Malmsten, Sweden, 1950s
By Carl Malmsten
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Great lounge chair by Carl Malmsten. Model is 'Hemmakväll' and was designed in the 1940s. Original fabric in good condition.
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Carl Malmsten Seating

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Fabric, Beech

Carl Malmsten Vintage 1950s Samsas Chairs in Moss Green Velvet
By Carl Malmsten
Located in London, England
Carl Malmsten - Samsas Lounge Chairs, 1950s The Samsas chair is one of Swedish master Carl Malmsten's most well-loved and sought after designs. These examples were produced in the 1...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Seating

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Wool, Beech

1950s Swedish Velvet Samspel Sofa by Carl Malmsten
By Carl Malmsten
Located in London, England
Carl Malmsten 'Samspel' Sofa, circa 1950s First designed in 1956 and produced by AB Record in Bollnas, Sweden, the 'Samspel' sofa is one of the finest pieces to be drawn by Sweden...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Seating

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Wool, Cotton, Beech

Carl Malmsten Vintage Samsas Chairs in Off-White Boucle
By Carl Malmsten
Located in London, England
Carl Malmsten Samsas Lounge chairs, 1950s Produced in the 1950s by O H Sjögren in Sweden, the 'Samsas' lounge chair is one of Swedish master Carl Malmsten's finest works. These examp...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Seating

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Wool, Beech

Midcentury Modern Rare Carl Malmsten Velvet "Samsas" Sofa Sweden, 1960s
By Carl Malmsten, O.H. Sjögren
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
This midcentury icon sofa was designed by Carl Malmsten and this one was produced by O.H Sjögren. The sofa has a rare fabric in shifting red/pink velvet. It’s in good vintage conditi...
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1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Seating

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Velvet, Birch

Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Sofa Model "Värend" Carl Malmsten, 1942
By Carl Malmsten
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
This Rare model” Värend” sofa was designed by Carl Malmsten in the 1940s. The sofa has been reupholstered. Stained elm, back with ribs, loose back cushions and upholstered seat, cove...
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1940s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Seating

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Elm

Swedish Vintage Armchair by Carl Malmsten
By Carl Malmsten
Located in London, GB
A stunning Swedish vintage armchair by Carl Malmsten. This was recently imported from Sweden, it dates from the 1950’s. The quality is outstanding, this is of generous proportions a...
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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Seating

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Fabric, Wood

Set of Ten Klismos Dining Chairs by Carl Malmsten for Widdicomb, circa 1940
By Carl Malmsten, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Saint Louis, MO
A most rare set of ten Klismos dining chairs designed by Carl Malmsten in 1938 for Widdicomb newly professionally refinished and reupholstered in Holy Hunt Great Outdoors fabric designed for both indoor and outdoor use making it highly durable and resistant to stains or happy spills. This particular Klismos set...
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Seating

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Upholstery, Mahogany

Midcentury Carl Malmsten "Samsas" Sofa, Sweden, 1960s
By O.H. Sjögren, Carl Malmsten
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
This midcentury icon sofa was designed by Carl Malmsten and this one was produced by O.H Sjögren. The sofa have a have new fabric and rehopulstred by proffesinol with original Malmst...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Seating

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Fabric

Sofa in Pine and White Bouclé Fabric by Carl Malmsten, 1936
By Carl Malmsten
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Sofa in Pine and Newly Reupholstered in White Bouclé Fabric by Carl Malmsten, 1936 Additional Information: Material: Pine and newly reupholstered in white Bouclé fabric Style: Mid c...
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20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Carl Malmsten Seating

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Pine, Fabric

Sheepskin Samspel Sofa by Carl Malmsten, 1956
By Carl Malmsten
Located in London, England
Carl Malmsten 'Samspel' sofa This iconic piece of Swedish furniture was designed in 1956 by master cabinetmaker Carl Malmsten. It was produced by AB Record in Bollnas, Sweden. Thi...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Seating

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Sheepskin, Beech

Swedish Modern Set of 2 Armchairs, Birchwood, 1960's
By Carl Malmsten
Located in Uccle, BE
A vintage Mid-Century Modern Swedish set of armchairs made of hand carved birchwood, designed by Carl Malmsten, in good condition. Restored and reupholsteredwith original . Wear cons...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Carl Malmsten Seating

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Fabric, Birch

Carl Malmsten Set of Ten Armchairs in Teak and Green-Blue Upholstery
By Carl Malmsten
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Carl Malmsten, set of ten dining chairs, teak, fabric, brass, Sweden, circa 1970 These high back armchairs are designed by the Swedish designer Carl Malmsten (1888-1972). These eleg...
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1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Seating

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Brass

Pair of Vintage Swedish Armchairs by Carl Malmsten
By Carl Malmsten
Located in London, GB
A stunning and extremely well made pair of vintage Swedish armchairs by Carl Malmsten. They were recently imported from Sweden, they date from the 1940-50’s. This early model is of ...
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1940s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Seating

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Velvet, Wood

One Of A Kind "Samspel" Loveseat By Carl Malmsten In Recycled Embriodery
By Carl Malmsten
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Denmark Designer: Carl Malmsten Manufacturer: Unknown Era: 1960s Materials: Teak Measurements: 62″ wide x 32″ tall Condition: In excellent original condition.
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Carl Malmsten Seating

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Teak

Pair of Mabulator High Back chairs by Carl Malmsten
By Carl Malmsten
Located in New York, NY
Pair of 1950s High Back chair in model Mabulator by Swedish designer Carl Malmsten. Elegant pine frame with a ladder back and newly upholstered c...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Seating

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Wool, Pine

Carl Malmsten 1950s Cirkus Sofa in Boucle Fabric
By Carl Malmsten
Located in London, England
Carl Malmsten - Cirkus Sofa, c1950s Model 'Cirkus' love-seat sofa, designed in the 1950s by Swedish Master designer Carl Malmsten and produced by OH Sjögren in Tranås, Sweden. The sofa has restored and re-finsiehd stained elm wood legs and has been reupholstered in off-white boucle fabric. H 80cm / D 80cm / W 151cm / SH 41cm.
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Seating

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Bouclé, Elm

20th Century Swedish Vintage Rundrygg Lounge Chair & Footstool by Carl Malmsten
By O.H. Sjögren, Carl Malmsten
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A vintage Mid-Century modern Swedish set of a lounge chair and footstool, designed by Carl Malmsten and produced by O.H. Sjögren in good condition. The large Scandinavian reading chair is composed with a headrest, the seat backrest is slightly curved, detailed with outspreaded arms, standing on four small polished Beechwood feet. Manufacturer label underneath the ottoman. Newly upholstered in a white bouclé fabric from Pierre Frey. Wear consistent with age and use. Circa 1940 - 1960, Sweden, Scandinavia. Seat: 17.5" H x 22" W x 21.5" D Ottoman: 18" H x 24" W x 22" 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 Seating

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Fabric, Bouclé, Upholstery, Beech

Carl Malmsten for O.H. Sjögren Pair of 'Our Lady' Lounge Chairs in Teak
By O.H. Sjögren, Carl Malmsten
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Carl Malmsten for O.H. Sjögren, 'Our Lady' pair of lounge chairs, teak, fabric, Sweden, 1950s. Very interesting pair of Swedish lounge chairs by Carl Malmsten in off-white and past...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Seating

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Teak, Fabric

1950s Upholstered With Lilac Wool Armchair By Carl Malmsten For O.H. Sjogren.
By O.H. Sjögren, Carl Malmsten
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Beautiful Swedish armchair designed by Carl Malmsten for O.H. Sjogren. The chair has been reupholstered with this eye-catching pastel lilac wool and restored in a later period and th...
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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Seating

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Wool, Beech, Oak

Swedish Modern Sheepskin/Shearling Sofa and two lounge chairs 'Samspel"
By Carl Malmsten
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
Set of Sofa and 2 chairs. Item Reference LU4154138829682 LU4154138829492 This model” Samspel” sofa was designed by Carl Malmsten in 1956 and manufactured during that time at AB...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Seating

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Sheepskin

1950s Swedish Sheepskin Samspel Sofa by Carl Malmsten
By Carl Malmsten
Located in London, England
Carl Malmsten 'Samspel' Sofa, circa 1950s First designed in 1956 and produced by AB Record in Bollnas, Sweden, the 'Samspel' sofa is one of the finest pieces to be drawn by Sweden's...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Seating

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Beech, Sheepskin

Midcentury Modern Sheepskin/Shearling Carl Malmsten "Samspel" Lounge Chairs
By Carl Malmsten
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
This model” Samspel” lounge chairs was designed by Carl Malmsten in 1956 and manufactured during that time at AB Record Bollnäs Sweden. These two chairs have been fully reupholstered...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Seating

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Sheepskin, Birch

Carl Malmsten Sofa
By Carl Malmsten
Located in Chicago, IL
Made in: Sweden, c. 1950. Material: faux shagreen upholstery, beech. Size: 63 W × 32 D × 33.25 H in seat height 16.5 inches.
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Seating

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Upholstery, Beech

Carl Malmsten Pair of “Hängsits” Armchairs in Solid Pine, 1947
By Carl Malmsten
Located in Prague, New Town
Pair of rare and elegant “Hängsits” armchairs in solid pine and blue fabric, designed by Carl Malmsten in Sweden, 1947. Belonging among the rarer models of Carl Malmsten, these armc...
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Seating

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Fabric, Pine

Pair of Vintage Swedish Armchairs by Carl Malmsten
By Carl Malmsten
Located in London, GB
A stunning and exceedingly rare pair of vintage Swedish armchairs by Carl Malmsten. They were recently imported from Sweden, they dat...
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1940s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Seating

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Fabric, Wood

Carl Malmsten Visingsö Stool, Waggeryds Möbelfabriken, Sweden, 1960s
By Carl Malmsten
Located in Farsta, SE
Carl Malmsten, Visingsö stool - Waggeryds Möbelfabriken, Sweden. Simple but elegant handmade craftsmanship. Has a thick patina and worned edges.   
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Seating

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Pine

Carl Malmsten "Samsas" Sofa
By Carl Malmsten
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Carl Malmsten "Samsas" sofa produced by O. H. Sjogren. Store formerly known as ARTFUL DODGER INC
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Seating

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Birch, Fabric

10 Swedish Mid Century Modern slat back dining chairs designed by Carl Malmsten
By Carl Malmsten
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
(10) Swedish Mid Century Modern slat back dining chairs designed by Carl Malmsten. Solid birch frames with leather upholstery that has a dyed finish. Very sturdy simple set of Swedis...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Seating

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Leather, Birch

Pair of “New Berlin” Easy Chairs by Carl Malmsten, Sweden 20th Century
By Carl Malmsten, O.H. Sjögren
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 Seating

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Fabric, Wood

Carl Malmsten 'Farmor' armchair for O.H. Sjogren Sweden 1957
By Carl Malmsten
Located in Paris, FR
Farmor” Armchairs by Carl Malmsten for O.H. Sjögren, Sweden circa 1957 Good condition, upholstered in light pink fabric In the mid-1...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Carl Malmsten Seating

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Fabric, Wood

Carl Malmsten "Samsas" Chair
By Carl Malmsten
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Carl Malmsten "Samsas" chair produced by O. H. Sjogren. Store formerly known as ARTFUL DODGER INC
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Seating

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Beech, Fabric

Mid 20th century samsa rund triple sofa by Carl Malmsten
By Carl Malmsten
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Mid 20th century samsa rund triple sofa by carl malmsten circa 1960. Well known model of sofa designed by carl malmsten, this sofa is a 3 seater. Shaped back and arms, with tufted ...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Carl Malmsten Seating

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Fabric, Teak

Scandinavian Modern by Carl Malmsten ”Lata Greven” Pair of Chairs
By Carl Malmsten, O.H. Sjögren
Located in Kramfors, SE
Scandinavian modern “Lata Greven” chairs designed by Carl Malmsten around 1953. This particular pair is likely made during the later years of the 1900s. Produced by O.H Sjögren. The ...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Carl Malmsten Seating

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Birch, Wool

Carl Malmsten Vintage Samsas Chairs in Off-White Boucle
By Carl Malmsten
Located in London, England
Carl Malmsten Samsas Lounge chairs, 1950s Produced in the 1950s by O H Sjögren in Sweden, the 'Samsas' lounge chair is one of Swedish master Carl Malmsten's finest works. These examp...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Seating

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Wool, Beech

Sheepskin Samspel Sofa by Carl Malmsten, 1956
By Carl Malmsten
Located in London, England
Carl Malmsten 'Samspel' sofa This iconic piece of Swedish furniture was designed in 1956 by master cabinetmaker Carl Malmsten. It was produced by AB Record in Bollnas, Sweden. Thi...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Seating

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Sheepskin, Beech

Sheepskin Samspel Sofa by Carl Malmsten
By Carl Malmsten
Located in London, England
Carl Malmsten - Samspel Sofa This iconic piece of Swedish furniture was designed in 1956 by master-designer Carl Malmsten. It was originally produced by ...
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2010s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Carl Malmsten Seating

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Sheepskin, Beech

Midcentury Modern Sheepskin/Shearling Sofa Model 'Samspel" Carl Malmsten, 1956
By Carl Malmsten
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
This model” Samspel” sofa was designed by Carl Malmsten in 1956 and manufactured during that time at AB Record Bollnäs Sweden. The sofa has been fully reupholstered and now have its ...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Seating

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Sheepskin

“Farmor” Armchairs by Carl Malmsten for O.H. Sjögren, Sweden, 1956
By O.H. Sjögren, Carl Malmsten
Located in Utrecht, NL
In the mid-1950s, Carl Malmsten awarded ten small furniture companies, mainly in Småland, the honour of making a series of some of his products. Among the first pieces was Farmor, wh...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Seating

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Fabric, Wood

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 Seating

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Bouclé, Beech

Carl Malmsten for O.H. Sjögren 'Our Lady' Lounge Chair in Teak
By O.H. Sjögren, Carl Malmsten
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Carl Malmsten for O.H. Sjögren, 'Our Lady' easy chair, teak, fabric, Sweden, 1950s. Very interesting Swedish lounge chair by Carl Malmsten in a yellow fabric with tufted back. The ...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Seating

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Fabric, Teak

Mid-Century Modern Carl Malmsten Armchair
By Carl Malmsten
Located in Kramfors, SE
Scandinavian modern armchair by Carl Malmsten from Sweden made during the mid 20th century, around 1960 to 1970. The armchair has the sleek lines and minimal design typical to the Sc...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Carl Malmsten Seating

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Fabric

Pair of Carl Malmsten Armchairs in Birch and Satinwood, Bodafors, Sweden, 1930s
By Carl Malmsten, SMF Svenska Möbelfabriken Bodafors
Located in The Hague, NL
This exceptionally rare pair of armchairs was designed by Carl Malmsten and produced by Svenska Möbelfabriken in Bodafors, Sweden in the early 1930s. The refined design is marked by ...
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1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Seating

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Upholstery, Birch, Satinwood, Fabric, Cotton, Jacquard, Linen

Pair of Vintage Swedish Carl Malmsten Hemmakvall Armchairs
By Carl Malmsten
Located in Atlanta, GA
MCM Pair of Swedish Hemmakvall armchairs by Carl Malmsten in original fabric circa 1956. Very comfortable! Original upholstery has flaws. Price listed includes reupholstery in COM....
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Seating

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Wool

Pair of Vintage Swedish Samsas Armchairs by Carl Malmsten
By Carl Malmsten
Located in London, GB
A stunning pair of vintage Swedish Samsas armchairs by Carl Malmsten. They were recently imported from Sweden, they date from around the 1960’s. The quality is absolutely outstandin...
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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Seating

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Bouclé, Beech

Set of three Carl Malmsten dining chairs in solid Oregon pine, Sweden 1960s
By Carl Malmsten
Located in Ystad, SE
Set of three dining chairs in solid Oregon pine, design Carl Malmsten. Produced by Karl Andersson & Söner, Sweden 1960s Vintage condition, ...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Seating

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Pine

Carl Malmsten 'Redet' Lounge Chair
By Carl Malmsten
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Carl Malmsten, ‘Redet’ lounge chair, stained mahogany, reupholstered in Métaphores “Eden Citrine” fabric, Sweden, design 1936, production 1937. Crafted in 1937, the 'Redet' easy cha...
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1930s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Seating

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Velvet, Mahogany

Carl Malmsten seating for sale on 1stDibs.

Carl Malmsten seating 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 seating, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 144 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 7 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original seating 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 seating by Arne Norell, Bruno Mathsson, and Yngve Ekström. Prices for Carl Malmsten seating 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 $5,900.

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