Dux of Sweden Furniture
Swedish
Today, Swedish manufacturer DUX’s most popular furniture lines — as well as the furnishings created by its first president, Folke Ohlsson — are synonymous with the work that vintage mid-century modern design obsessives love. Also important, the brand is known for some of the most commonplace means of furniture shipping and production in the modern era.
In Sweden, Studio Ljungs Industrier AB is the large family-owned parent company of Duxiana (in America, DUX). Initially a purveyor of bedding that is today celebrated for its ergonomically guided designs, Ljungs Industrier was founded by entrepreneur (and chocolate maker) Efraim Ljung in 1926. In 1950, Folke Ohlsson, then leading Ljungs Industrier’s design team, decamped to the States to explore how he could expand DUX’s business, which at that point included a wide range of furniture. Ohlsson established a DUX office not long after he arrived in California, first in San Francisco and later in Burlingame.
On the West Coast, the booming postwar American market was eager to embrace DUX’s affordable and practical bedroom furnishings, tables, armchairs and other seating. Characterized by sleek walnut and teak frames and low-slung silhouettes, the brand’s designs were emblematic of a generation of Scandinavian modernism that had gained popularity owing to visionaries such as product designer and architect Greta Magnusson-Grossman, who arrived in California from Sweden a decade prior to Ohlsson, and Finn Juhl, who created a Danish modern line for Michigan’s Baker Furniture Company in 1951.
DUX frequently collaborated with top-tier furniture design talent — among them Bruno Mathsson, Edward Wormley and Alf Svensson, a chief designer in the Malmö, Sweden, office of Ljungs Industrier — expanding the brand’s portfolio and establishing credibility as a design source. Ohlsson’s own designs, such as his comfortable leather lounges and wool-upholstered reclining rocking chairs, continue to be among the brand’s most desirable — and most imitated — however.
In 1949, DUX put into practice an idea that Ohlsson patented for the so-called “knock-down,” or “KD,” chair, a term referencing easy, flat-pack assembly. It saved DUX space in warehouses and money on transportation and was a concept that would provide inspiration to hundreds of subsequent companies — most notably fellow Swedish brand IKEA.
Today, vintage DUX sofas and dining chairs are valuable collector’s items. Find this coveted seating and other authentic DUX furniture on 1stDibs.
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Period: Late 20th Century
Creator: Dux of Sweden
Bruno Mathsson Pernilla Lounge Chair with Ottoman, annivesary edition
By Dux of Sweden, Bruno Mathsson
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Bruno Mathsson Pernilla lounge chair with ottoman, original upholstery in fabric.
Frame in black lacquered beech.
Made by DUX.
This is a special editon celebrating Bruno Mathsson ...
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1980s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dux of Sweden Furniture
Materials
Leather, Beech
Bruno Mathsson for Dux "Pernilla 3" Chaise Lounge Chair in Lambswool & Leather
By Bruno Mathsson, Dux of Sweden
Located in Norwalk, CT
Embrace the epitome of Scandinavian Modern luxury with the Pernilla 3 Chaise Lounge Chair by Bruno Mathsson for Dux. This extraordinary piece represents a ha...
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Late 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Dux of Sweden Furniture
Materials
Wool, Beech
Pair of bedside tables by DUX, Sweden, 1970s
By Dux of Sweden
Located in Stockholm, SE
Produced by DUX, Sweden, 1970s.
Cane, rattan, and teak.
Very sturdy and in good original condition.
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1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Dux of Sweden Furniture
Materials
Bamboo, Cane, Rattan
Pair of Vintage Jetson Swivel Armchairs by Bruno Mathsson for Dux
By Bruno Mathsson, Dux of Sweden
Located in London, GB
A beautiful and iconic design, this is a pair of vintage Jetson swivel armchairs by Bruno Mathsson for Dux. They made in Sweden and were recently imported, they date from around the ...
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1970s Swedish Space Age Vintage Dux of Sweden Furniture
Materials
Chrome
Dux Mid Century Maria Swedish Elm Beech and Brass Expanding Dining Table
By Dux of Sweden
Located in Countryside, IL
Dux Mid Century Maria Swedish Elm Beech and Brass Expanding Dining Table
The expanded table measures: 94.25 wide x 43.25 deep x 25.25 inches high, with a chair clearance of 24.5 inc...
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1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dux of Sweden Furniture
Materials
Brass
Pair of Pernilla Armchairs by Bruno Mathsson for Dux, 1969
By Dux of Sweden, Bruno Mathsson
Located in Barcelona, ES
Pair of Pernilla armchairs designed in 1969 by Bruno Mathsson for Dux, Sweden. Curved beech wood structure with canvas, leather strips and original f...
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1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Dux of Sweden Furniture
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Canvas, Beech
Erik Ole Jørgensen Lounge Chair in Black Leather and Brazilian Rosewood
By Dux of Sweden, Erik Ole Jørgensen
Located in Montclair, NJ
This chair is designed by Erik Ole Jørgensen (1927-2002) and a part of the furniture series "Örestad" manufactured by Dux Furniture in Sweden. The back and armrest is upholstered in ...
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Late 20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Dux of Sweden Furniture
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Dux of Sweden Office Chair in Black Leather and Chrome-plated Steel
By Dux of Sweden
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Dux of Sweden, office chair, leather, chrome-plated steel, aluminum, Sweden, 1970s
This comfortable and fully adjustable swiveling executive armchair is upholstered in black leather...
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1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Dux of Sweden Furniture
Materials
Aluminum, Steel, Chrome
Bamboo Rattan Full Headboard & Footboard by Dux of Sweden
By Dux of Sweden
Located in Norwalk, CT
Channel the breezy tropics with this exceptional headboard and footboard set by Dux of Sweden. Constructed from genuine pole rattan, this set features a classic slatted silhouette, s...
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Late 20th Century Swedish Dux of Sweden Furniture
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
Swedish Sam Larsson Mona Roto Swivel Chair Beech and Cognac Colored Leather 1970
By Bruno Mathsson, Sam Larsson, Dux of Sweden
Located in Aarhus C, DK
"Mona Roto" swivel chair by Swedish furniture designer Sam Larsson manufactured by Dux in Sweden 1970.
The frame is made of steam bend beech stretched w...
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1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dux of Sweden Furniture
Materials
Leather, Canvas, Beech
Pair of bedside tables by DUX, Sweden, 1970s
By Dux of Sweden
Located in Stockholm, SE
Produced by DUX, Sweden, 1970s.
Cane, rattan, and teak.
Very sturdy and in good original condition.
Please note: set of 3 available. Listed price is for one (1) table.
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1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Dux of Sweden Furniture
Materials
Bamboo, Cane, Rattan
Dux Galaxy set of 2 Space Age armchairs by Alf Svensson & Yngvar Sandström
By Dux of Sweden, Alf Svensson & Yngve Sandström
Located in Ludwigslust, DE
Two Galaxy armchairs in a fantastic color combination of black acrylic and pink upholstery. The plastic shells of both chairs, as well as the metal feet, are in excellent condition a...
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1970s Swedish Space Age Vintage Dux of Sweden Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Acrylic
Pair of DUX Swedish Mid-Century Basket-Woven Mahogany End Tables/Nightstands
By Dux of Sweden
Located in Norwalk, CT
Step into a realm of functional artistry with this pair of exquisite end tables or nightstands by DUX, the renowned maestros of Swedish mid-century design. With every detail meticulously crafted, these tables harmoniously blend the rich allure of mahogany with the artisanal touch of basket-woven sides.
Drenched in the deep, luxurious tones of mahogany, each table exudes an aura of timeless sophistication. The wood's grain dances across the surface, revealing intricate patterns that tell tales of nature's own design brilliance. But it's the distinctive basket-woven sides that set these pieces apart. This element, inspired by traditional Swedish craftsmanship, adds both texture and intrigue, evoking rustic charm while seamlessly fitting into a modern aesthetic.
Whether stationed beside a plush bed...
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Late 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Dux of Sweden Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Pair of DUX Avanti Mahogany Side Tables Nightstand
By Dux of Sweden
Located in Norwalk, CT
Unearth the epitome of timeless sophistication with our pair of Avanti side tables, masterfully crafted by the renowned Dux for Sweden. Crafted in the heart of Scandinavian design ex...
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Late 20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Dux of Sweden Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Galaxy lounge chair by Alf Stevenson & Yngvar Sandstorm for Dux, Space Age
By Alf Svensson & Yngve Sandström, Dux of Sweden
Located in Zandhoven, BE
ALAXY LOUNGE CHAIR FOR DUX BY ALF STEVENSON EN YNGVAR SANDSTORM
Galaxy lounge chair
by Alf Stevenson & Yngvar Sandstrom
for DUX
Late 1960's - early 70's
Made in Sweden
Space age...
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1970s Swedish Space Age Vintage Dux of Sweden Furniture
Materials
Aluminum
Vintage Coastal Furniture Suite with Dux Tables & Porta Romana Lamps
By Dux of Sweden, Porta Romana
Located in Norwalk, CT
Get a head start on your decorating with a full suite of coastal inspired furniture including a pair of bamboo and rattan nightstands or end tables in coastal blue stain, with two dr...
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Late 20th Century Dux of Sweden Furniture
Materials
Bamboo, Wood
Set of 4 Mid Century Modern Leather Chrome Dining chairs by Sam Larsson for DUX
By Dux of Sweden, Sam Larsson
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Rare Set of 4 Vintage Mid Century Modern leather and chrome designed by Sam Larsson for Dux of Sweden. Leather cushion and backrest with belt strap connecting them together on a bent...
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1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dux of Sweden Furniture
Materials
Chrome
Mid-Century Modern Cantilever Lounge Chair by Sam Larsson for Dux, 1972
By Sam Larsson, Dux of Sweden
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Stunning and rare Mid-Century Modern cantilever lounge chair.
Design by Sam Larsson for Dux of Sweden.
Striking Swedish design from the 1970s.
Chrome tubular steel base with original...
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1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dux of Sweden Furniture
Materials
Chrome
Bruno Mathsson Pernilla Lounge Chair for Dux. Mocha Colored Leather Sweden 1970s
By Dux of Sweden, Bruno Mathsson
Located in Aarhus C, DK
Scandinavian modern easy chair/ lounge chair model Pernilla manufactured by Dux of Sweden. Designed by architect and designer Bruno Mathsson in 1944.
The frame is made of steam bend...
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1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dux of Sweden Furniture
Materials
Leather, Canvas, Beech
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Long Low 4 Seat Yellow Tweed Sofa Couch by DUX
By Dux of Sweden
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Midcentury Scandinavian Modern long low 4 seat low sofa couch by DUX in original Yellow woven tweed upholstery with chrome steel legs. All Original 1970s Upholstery in beautiful vintage condition. Wonderful design and very comfortable. Shows very little wear and signs of use. Made in Sweden. Labeled. Located In Kingston NY...
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1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dux of Sweden Furniture
Materials
Chrome
Jungle Embroidery DUX "Playboy" Sofa 1970s Unique Fabric, Sweden
By Dux of Sweden, Milo Baughman
Located in Forest, BE
Sectional sofa with thick Jungle embroidery fabric made in Sweden in the 70's. The foot are Mae of hardwood. There's 3 elements, a double seater + a three seater and a corner. The original fabric is still on it and in remarkable condition. Very light traces of use. In light green tones and beige. We have a similar set to reupholstery. Just ask.
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Aujourd'hui, les lignes de meubles les plus populaires du fabricant suédois DUX- ainsi que les meubles créés par son premier président, Folke Ohlsson - sont synonymes du travail que les obsessionnels du design moderne vintage du milieu du siècle aiment. Autre élément important, la marque est connue pour certains des moyens d'expédition et de production de meubles les plus courants de l'ère moderne. En Suède, Studio Ljungs Industrier AB est la grande société mère familiale de Duxiana (en Amérique, DUX). Initialement fournisseur de literie, aujourd'hui célèbre pour ses conceptions ergonomiques, Ljungs Industrier a été fondé par l'entrepreneur (et chocolatier) Efraim Ljung en 1926. En 1950, Folke Ohlsson, qui dirigeait alors l'équipe de conception de Ljungs Industrier, s'est rendu aux États-Unis pour étudier comment il pourrait développer l'activité de DUX, qui comprenait alors une large gamme de meubles. Peu après son arrivée en Californie, M. Ohlsson a ouvert un bureau DUX, d'abord à San Francisco, puis à Burlingame. Sur la côte ouest, le marché américain d'après-guerre en plein essor était impatient d'adopter les meubles de chambre à coucher abordables et pratiques de DUX, les tables, les fauteuils et autres sièges. Caractérisés par des cadres élégants en noyer et en teck et des silhouettes basses, les modèles de la marque étaient emblématiques d'une génération de modernisme scandinave qui avait gagné en popularité grâce à des visionnaires tels que la conceptrice de produits et architecte Greta Magnusson-Grossman, arrivée de Suède en Californie dix ans avant Ohlsson, et Finn Juhl, qui a créé une ligne moderne danoise pour la société Baker Furniture Company du Michigan en 1951. DUX a fréquemment collaboré avec des designers de meubles de premier plan, parmi lesquels Bruno Mathsson, Edward Wormley et Alf Svensson, un designer en chef du bureau de Ljungs Industrier à Malmö, en Suède, élargissant ainsi le portefeuille de la marque et établissant sa crédibilité en tant que source de design. Les créations de M. Ohlsson, comme ses confortables salons en cuir et ses rocking-chairs inclinables tapissés de laine, continuent toutefois de figurer parmi les produits les plus recherchés - et les plus imités - de la marque. En 1949, DUX a mis en pratique une idée que Ohlsson a brevetée pour la chaise dite « knock-down » ou « KD », un terme faisant référence à un assemblage facile et à plat. Il a permis à DUX d'économiser de l'espace dans les entrepôts et de l'argent en matière de transport. Ce concept a inspiré des centaines d'entreprises par la suite, notamment la marque suédoise IKEA. Aujourd'hui, les canapés vintage DUX et les chaises de salle à manger...
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1970s Swedish Hollywood Regency Vintage Dux of Sweden Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Hardwood
Pair of "Formula" by Ruud Ekstrand & Christer Norman, Sweden, 1970s
By Ruud Ekstrand, Dux of Sweden, Christer Norman
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pair of "Formula" chairs by DUX. Designed in 1968 by Ruud Ekstrand and Christer Norman.
Original corduroy fabric and white lacquered steel frame. Very...
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1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Dux of Sweden Furniture
Materials
Steel
Pair of Green Lounge Chairs with Steel Frame by DUX Design Team
By Dux of Sweden
Located in Madrid, ES
Pair of lounge chairs, model Spider, by DUX design team. Designed in 1982. Structure made of chrome-plated steel wire, covers of sage green Alcantara fabric...
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Late 20th Century Swedish Modern Dux of Sweden Furniture
Materials
Steel
Scandinavian Modern Duxello Lounge Easy Chair for DUX by Folke Ohlsson in Sherpa
By Dux of Sweden, Folke Ohlsson
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Scandinavian Modern Duxello lounge easy Chair for DUX by Folke Ohlsson in sherpa. Very comfortable Easy Loung chair with Black Lacquered hardwood arms and Newly Upholstered in White shearling sherpa wool. Made By DUX Designed...
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Late 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Dux of Sweden Furniture
Materials
Wool, Hardwood, Lacquer
Scandinavian Modern Pernilla Lounge Chair Ottoman Bruno Mathsson DUX 1970 Sweden
By Bruno Mathsson, Dux of Sweden
Located in Vienna, AT
Scandinavian Modern vintage Pernilla lounge chair or easy chair with ottoman from bentwood and fabric in butter cream color by Bruno Mathsson for Dux, 1970s.
Iconic lounge chair mod...
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1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Dux of Sweden Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Bentwood
Mid-Century Modern Swedish Chrome Cane White Wall Shelf Unit by DUX of Sweden
By Dux of Sweden
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Mid-Century Modern Swedish chrome Cane white wall shelf unit cabinet by DUX of Sweden. Beautiful Swedish modern design wall shelf unit with (5) drawer...
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1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dux of Sweden Furniture
Materials
Aluminum, Chrome
Folke Ohlsson for Dux Mid Century Teak Wishbone Dining Chairs - Set of 4
By Folke Ohlsson, Dux of Sweden
Located in Countryside, IL
Folke Ohlsson for Dux Mid Century Teak Wishbone Dining Chairs - Set of 4
These chairs measure: 19 wide x 25 deep x 30 inches high, with a seat height/ch...
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1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dux of Sweden Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
Dux Mid Century Walnut and Brass Surfboard End Table
By Dux of Sweden
Located in Countryside, IL
Dux Mid century walnut and brass surfboard end table
This table measures: 22 wide x 30 deep x 20 inches high
All pieces of furniture can be had ...
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1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dux of Sweden Furniture
Materials
Brass
Mirja Dux Easy Chair Cognac Colored Leather Cushions Scandinavian Modern 1970s
By Bruno Mathsson, Dux of Sweden
Located in Aarhus C, DK
Mirja Scandinavian modern easy chair/ lounge chair manufactured by Dux of Sweden
The chair has a chromium-plated steel frame and cushion upholstered with genuine cognac colored leat...
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1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dux of Sweden Furniture
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Pair of Sam Larsson DUX Lounge Cantilever Leather Chairs from 1972
By Dux of Sweden
Located in Copenhagen, DK
A set of rare DUX cantilever lounge chairs called `Sesam 2`in black leather and chrome.
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1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dux of Sweden Furniture
Materials
Leather
Galaxy Chair Designed by Alf Svensson for DUX
By Dux of Sweden
Located in Bronx, NY
A 1970s Galaxy chair designed by Alf Svensson for DUX. This chairs features an upholstered and tufted yellow-green cushion with white stripes, a mahogany ...
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1980s Danish Vintage Dux of Sweden Furniture
Unique Galaxy Swivel Chair by DUX of Sweden
By Dux of Sweden, Alf Svensson & Yngve Sandström
Located in Haderslev, DK
Produced in the period from 1970-1979 by Alf Svensson and Yngve Sandström for DUX of Sweden.
This unique swivel chair has been totally renewed w...
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1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Dux of Sweden Furniture
Materials
Leather, Plastic
Bruno Mathsson Pernilla Lounge Chair
By Dux of Sweden, Bruno Mathsson
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Bruno Mathsson Pernilla lounge chair with new canvas cushions
Frame in beech.
Made by DUX.
Category
1980s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dux of Sweden Furniture
Materials
Leather, Beech
Dux Of Sweden furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
Dux of sweden 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 Dux of Sweden furniture, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original furniture by Dux of Sweden were created in the Scandinavian Modern style in sweden during the mid-20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider furniture by Yngve Ekström, Folke Ohlsson, and Arne Norell. Prices for Dux of Sweden furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $895 and can go as high as $1,500, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $1,200.
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