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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.

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Creator: Carl Malmsten
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 Seating

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Velvet, Birch

Carl Malmsten "Hemmakväll" Sofa for O.H. Sjögren, Sweden 1956
Carl Malmsten "Hemmakväll" Sofa for O.H. Sjögren, Sweden 1956

Carl Malmsten "Hemmakväll" Sofa for O.H. Sjögren, Sweden 1956

By O.H. Sjögren, Carl Malmsten

Located in Utrecht, NL

Carl Malmsten devoted his life to the renewal of Swedish craftsmanship, inspired to create furniture endowed with a creative simplicity, with functionality in mind and a high technic...

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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Seating

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Fabric, Pine

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 Seating

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Bouclé, Beech

Pair of Scandinavian armchairs 'Stora Furulid' in sheepskin by Carl Malmsten
Pair of Scandinavian armchairs 'Stora Furulid' in sheepskin by Carl Malmsten

Pair of Scandinavian armchairs 'Stora Furulid' in sheepskin by Carl Malmsten

By Carl Malmsten

Located in Eindhoven, NL

A stunning pair of armchairs by the famous furniture designer- Carl Malmsten. These iconic chairs provides great comfort and are of enduring quality. Back tufted by buttons, elegant...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Carl Malmsten Seating

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Sheepskin, Wood

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 Seating

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Pine

Dining Chairs in Pine by Carl Malmsten, 1933
Dining Chairs in Pine by Carl Malmsten, 1933

Dining Chairs in Pine by Carl Malmsten, 1933

By Carl Malmsten

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

Dining Chairs in Pine by Carl Malmsten, 1933 Additional Information: Material: Pine Style: Mid century, Scandinavia Very rare dining chairs model Skedblad Produced in Sweden Dimensi...

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20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Carl Malmsten Seating

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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 Seating

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Bouclé, Wood

Carl Malmsten and Yngve Ekström Pair of "Caryngo" Chairs
Carl Malmsten and Yngve Ekström Pair of "Caryngo" Chairs

Carl Malmsten and Yngve Ekström Pair of "Caryngo" Chairs

By Swedese, Carl Malmsten, Yngve Ekström

Located in Long Island City, NY

The Caryngo chair was a collaboration between the great Swedish designers Carl Malmsten and Yngve Ekström, for Ekström’s furniture manufacturing company Swedese. The original saddle ...

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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Seating

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Leather, Oak

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 Seating

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Fabric, Wood

Scandinavian Modern Samsas Sofa by Carl Malmsten
Scandinavian Modern Samsas Sofa by Carl Malmsten

Scandinavian Modern Samsas Sofa by Carl Malmsten

By Carl Malmsten, O.H. Sjögren

Located in Madrid, ES

Elegant three seat "Samsas" sofa by Carl Malmsten manufactured by O.H Sjögren in Sweden during the 1960s. The sofa was originally designed by Mal...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Carl Malmsten Seating

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Fabric, Upholstery, Beech

Sofa "Samspel" by Carl Malmsten, Sweden, 1950s
Sofa "Samspel" by Carl Malmsten, Sweden, 1950s

Sofa "Samspel" by Carl Malmsten, Sweden, 1950s

By Carl Malmsten

Located in Eskilstuna, SE

A classic piece by Carl Malmsten, the Samspel sofa was designed in 1956 and manufactured by AB Record in Bollnäs, Sweden. The softly curved backrest and armrests reflect Malmsten’s ...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Carl Malmsten Seating

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Sheepskin, Beech

Pair of Vintage Swedish Samsas Armchairs by Carl Malmsten
Pair of Vintage Swedish Samsas Armchairs by Carl Malmsten

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

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 Seating

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Bouclé, Wood

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 Seating

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Pine

Mid-Century Modern Dining Chairs by Carl Malmsten, Set of 8
Mid-Century Modern Dining Chairs by Carl Malmsten, Set of 8

Mid-Century Modern Dining Chairs by Carl Malmsten, Set of 8

By Carl Malmsten

Located in Atlanta, GA

Beautifully restored Swedish Modern Gustavian Style vintage dining chair set by renowned Swedish furniture designer Carl Malmsten. Eight sturdy chairs newly reupholstered in Belgi...

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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Seating

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Linen, Wood

Pair of Vintage Swedish Samsas Armchairs by Carl Malmsten
Pair of Vintage Swedish Samsas Armchairs by Carl Malmsten

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

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 Seating

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Wool, Bouclé, Oak, Walnut

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 Seating

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Bouclé, Beech

Carl Malmsten, Sofa, Birch, Fabric, Sweden, 1960s
Carl Malmsten, Sofa, Birch, Fabric, Sweden, 1960s

Carl Malmsten, Sofa, Birch, Fabric, Sweden, 1960s

By Carl Malmsten

Located in High Point, NC

A pink fabric and stained birch sofa, model "Nya Berlin", designed and produced by Carl Malmsten, Sweden, c. 1960s. Wear consistent with age and use. Vintage fabric in fair conditi...

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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Seating

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Fabric, Birch

Carl Malmsten "Lillasyster" Easy Chair for OH Sjögren, Sweden 20th Century
Carl Malmsten "Lillasyster" Easy Chair for OH Sjögren, Sweden 20th Century

Carl Malmsten "Lillasyster" Easy Chair for OH Sjögren, Sweden 20th Century

By Carl Malmsten, O.H. Sjögren

Located in Utrecht, NL

Carl Malmsten’s “Lillasyster” (little sister) easy chair is a stunning representation of the Swedish designer’s craftsmanship and creativity. “Neither light, nor eyes, nor people lik...

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Late 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Carl Malmsten Seating

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Fabric, Wood

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 late 20th c...

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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Seating

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Leather, Wood

Carl Malmsten Seating Group Produced by Svensk Fur in Sweden
Carl Malmsten Seating Group Produced by Svensk Fur in Sweden

Carl Malmsten Seating Group Produced by Svensk Fur in Sweden

By Carl Malmsten

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

Rare set of 6 easy chairs and coffee table designed by Carl Malmsten. Produced by Svensk fur in Sweden. Dimensions easy chairs (W x D x H): 45 x 52 x 74.5 cm, SH: 34.5 cm. Dimensio...

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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Seating

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Pine

Carl Malmsten "Åldermannen" Winged Armchairs for O.H. Sjögren, Sweden, 1950s
Carl Malmsten "Åldermannen" Winged Armchairs for O.H. Sjögren, Sweden, 1950s

Carl Malmsten "Åldermannen" Winged Armchairs for O.H. Sjögren, Sweden, 1950s

By O.H. Sjögren, Carl Malmsten

Located in Utrecht, NL

Carl Malmsten’s life's work spans nearly sixty intense years and his legacy is considered a national treasure in Sweden. He created a number of furniture classics including these rar...

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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Seating

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Fabric, Wood

“Farmor” Armchair by Carl Malmsten for O.H. Sjögren, Sweden 1950s
“Farmor” Armchair by Carl Malmsten for O.H. Sjögren, Sweden 1950s

“Farmor” Armchair by Carl Malmsten for O.H. Sjögren, Sweden 1950s

By 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”, which soon became the most popular armchair model. In 1956, Carl Malmsten was on one of his regular visits to Sjögren's Upholstery Workshop in Tranås to develop new models for his furniture program. That was when this “Grandma” chair...

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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Seating

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Fabric, Wood

Carl Malmsten "Stora Furulid" Armchair for OPE-Möbler Jönköping, Sweden 1950s
Carl Malmsten "Stora Furulid" Armchair for OPE-Möbler Jönköping, Sweden 1950s

Carl Malmsten "Stora Furulid" Armchair for OPE-Möbler Jönköping, Sweden 1950s

By Carl Malmsten

Located in Utrecht, NL

There is a certain “Malmstenesque” charm to the Swedish designer’s pieces that manifests in the gentle but defined curves, cosy appearance and in the modern way Carl Malmsten skilfully carried the heritage of traditional allmoge (folk art) design. The expression “Swedish Modern” was first used at the 1939 New York World Fair, when the designer introduced the model “Oskar”. Similarly to that model, Malmsten remained a traditionalist, mainly concerned with comfort regarding the “Stora Furulid...

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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Seating

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Fabric, Wood

“Farmor” Armchair by Carl Malmsten for O.H. Sjögren, Sweden, 1956
“Farmor” Armchair by Carl Malmsten for O.H. Sjögren, Sweden, 1956

“Farmor” Armchair by Carl Malmsten for O.H. Sjögren, Sweden, 1956

By Carl Malmsten, O.H. Sjögren

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 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 Seating

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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 Seating

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Fabric, Wood

vintage sofa  sofa  Carl Malmsten  Sweden
vintage sofa  sofa  Carl Malmsten  Sweden

vintage sofa sofa Carl Malmsten Sweden

By O.H. Sjögren, Carl Malmsten

Located in Lemmer, NL

vintage sofa sofa Carl Malmsten Sweden period 1950s design Carl Malmsten OH. Sjogren's Sweden condition good light signs of use size 77 x...

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1950s Swedish Vintage Carl Malmsten Seating

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Fabric, Oak

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 Seating

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Pine

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 Seating

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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 Seating

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Pine

Carl Malmsten Bench Model Visingsö Produced by Svensk Fur in Sweden 50s
Carl Malmsten Bench Model Visingsö Produced by Svensk Fur in Sweden 50s

Carl Malmsten Bench Model Visingsö Produced by Svensk Fur in Sweden 50s

By Carl Malmsten

Located in Boden, SE

The Visingsö bench, designed by the renowned Carl Malmsten, brings a touch of classic Swedish design into any space. Crafted from carefully selected Swedish pine, this bench showca...

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

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Pine

“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 Seating

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Wool, 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 Seating

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Fabric, Oak

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 Seating

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Fabric, Pine

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 Carl Malmsten, Axel Einar Hjorth

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 Seating

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Pine

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

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 Seating

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Fabric, Bouclé, Upholstery, Beech

Swedish Pine Stool Model "Visingsö" by Carl Malmsten for Waggeryds Möbelfabrik
Swedish Pine Stool Model "Visingsö" by Carl Malmsten for Waggeryds Möbelfabrik

Swedish Pine Stool Model "Visingsö" by Carl Malmsten for Waggeryds Möbelfabrik

By Carl Malmsten

Located in Karis, Nyland

Mid-century four legged "Visingsö" pine stool by Carl Malmsten produced by Waggeryds Möbelfabrik in Sweden. In good original condition with the manufacturers stamp under the seat.

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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Seating

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Pine

20th Century White Swedish Pair of Vintage Birch Dining Chairs by Carl Malmsten
20th Century White Swedish Pair of Vintage Birch Dining Chairs by Carl Malmsten

20th Century White Swedish Pair of Vintage Birch Dining Chairs by Carl Malmsten

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 Seating

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Brass

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 Seating

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Oak

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 Seating

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Fabric, Beech

Carl Malmsten Hangsits armchair in solid pine and green fabric c. 1947
Carl Malmsten Hangsits armchair in solid pine and green fabric c. 1947

Carl Malmsten Hangsits armchair in solid pine and green fabric c. 1947

By Carl Malmsten

Located in Virginia Beach, VA

An exceedingly rare chair designed by Carl Malmsten. The “hangsits” armchair, c. 1947 in solid pine and original green fabric. From Sweden these chairs weren’t offered as knock down furniture...

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1940s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Seating

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Pine

Carl Malmsten "Visingsö" Bench in Solid Pine, Sweden 1950s
Carl Malmsten "Visingsö" Bench in Solid Pine, Sweden 1950s

Carl Malmsten "Visingsö" Bench in Solid Pine, Sweden 1950s

By Carl Malmsten, Svensk Fur

Located in Utrecht, NL

This bench was part of the famous “Visingsö” series by Carl Malmsten who is one of Sweden’s most celebrated furniture designers. This bench stands as a hallmark of Scandinavian desig...

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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Seating

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Pine

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 Seating

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Mohair

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 Seating

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Pine

Carl Malmsten rocking arm chair of birch, model Lille Åland
Carl Malmsten rocking arm chair of birch, model Lille Åland

Carl Malmsten rocking arm chair of birch, model Lille Åland

By Stolab, Carl Malmsten

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Carl Malmsten rocking armchair in solid birch. With cushion of lambskin. Model Lille Åland, made by Stolab

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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Seating

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Pine, Lambskin, 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 Seating

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Fabric, Birch

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 Seating

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Pine

Carl Malmsten Oak "Visingsö" Sofa for O.H. Sjögren, Sweden, 1960s
Carl Malmsten Oak "Visingsö" Sofa for O.H. Sjögren, Sweden, 1960s

Carl Malmsten Oak "Visingsö" Sofa for O.H. Sjögren, Sweden, 1960s

By Carl Malmsten

Located in Utrecht, NL

The famous “Visingsö” series demonstrates Carl Malmsten’s fine sense of proportion, line tension and balance between the surfaces, and how skilfully he carried in the heritage of tra...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Carl Malmsten Seating

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Bouclé, Oak

20th Century Single Swedish Armchair - Vintage Side Chair by Carl Malmsten
20th Century Single Swedish Armchair - Vintage Side Chair by Carl Malmsten

20th Century Single Swedish Armchair - Vintage Side Chair by Carl Malmsten

By Carl Malmsten

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A white-grey, vintage Mid-Century Modern Swedish anonymous armchair with two pillows, designed by Carl Malmsten, in good condition. The seat backrest of single Scandinavian Little Fu...

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

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Fabric, Upholstery, Birch

Carl Malmsten Boucle Samsas Lounge Chair, 1950s
Carl Malmsten Boucle Samsas Lounge Chair, 1950s

Carl Malmsten Boucle Samsas Lounge Chair, 1950s

By Carl Malmsten

Located in London, England

Carl Malmsten Samsas lounge chair, 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. This e...

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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Seating

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Wool, Beech

Scandinavian Modern Carl Malmsten Solid Pine Visingsö Stools
Scandinavian Modern Carl Malmsten Solid Pine Visingsö Stools

Scandinavian Modern Carl Malmsten Solid Pine Visingsö Stools

By Carl Malmsten, Svensk Fur

Located in Kramfors, SE

Visingsö stools by Carl Malmsten for Svensk Fur made in solid pine. The stools are minimalistic design with a clean shape and elegantly curved edges. Designed by Carl Malmsten in 195...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Carl Malmsten Seating

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Pine

Sofa in Pine and White Bouclé Fabric by Carl Malmsten, 1936
Sofa in Pine and White Bouclé Fabric by Carl Malmsten, 1936

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

Set of two pine lounge chairs "Stugan" by Carl Malmsten, Sweden
Set of two pine lounge chairs "Stugan" by Carl Malmsten, Sweden

Set of two pine lounge chairs "Stugan" by Carl Malmsten, Sweden

By Carl Malmsten

Located in Klintehamn, SE

Early set of pine lounge chairs by Swedish designer Carl Malmsten. "Stugan" (The cottage) was his answer to the new demand of pine furniture for the summer houses that was developing...

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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Seating

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Pine

Carl Malmsten Benches Model Visingsö Produced by Svensk fur in Sweden
Carl Malmsten Benches Model Visingsö Produced by Svensk fur in Sweden

Carl Malmsten Benches Model Visingsö Produced by Svensk fur in Sweden

By Carl Malmsten

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

Rare pair of benches model Visingsö designed by Carl Malmsten. Produced by Svensk fur in Sweden.

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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Seating

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Pine

Carl Malmsten “Stugan” Armchairs for Karl Andersson & Söner, Sweden 1940s
Carl Malmsten “Stugan” Armchairs for Karl Andersson & Söner, Sweden 1940s

Carl Malmsten “Stugan” Armchairs for Karl Andersson & Söner, Sweden 1940s

By Carl Malmsten

Located in Utrecht, NL

This pair demonstrates Carl Malmsten’s fine sense of proportion, line tension and balance between the surfaces, and how skillfully he carried in the heritage of traditional allmoge (...

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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Carl Malmsten Seating

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Fabric, Oak

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 Seating

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Fabric, Wood

“Farmor” Armchairs by Carl Malmsten for O.H. Sjögren, Sweden, 1956
“Farmor” Armchairs by Carl Malmsten for O.H. Sjögren, Sweden, 1956

“Farmor” Armchairs by Carl Malmsten for O.H. Sjögren, Sweden, 1956

By Carl Malmsten, O.H. Sjögren

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

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.