Folke Ohlsson Furniture
Swedish, 1919-2003
Folke Ohlsson pioneered the “knock-down” revolution of furniture, making the innovative flat-pack means of manufacturing and shipping common practice. Credited with playing a significant part in bringing Scandinavian modern forms to the United States, he was an international designer who created attractive pieces that are highly coveted by today’s collectors.
In Sweden, Studio Ljungs Industrier AB is the large family-owned parent company of Duxiana (in America, DUX). While leading the design team for Studio Ljungs Industrier in his native Malmö, Ohlsson visited the West Coast of the United States in 1950 and opened DUX Inc., to expand the company’s global footprint. 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 inspire hundreds of subsequent companies — most notably fellow Swedish brand IKEA.
Integrating American upholstery with Swedish knock-down hardware and wooden frames, Ohlsson and DUX revolutionized the furniture industry. The manufacturer consistently worked with brilliant mid-century modern designers — among them Bruno Mathsson, Edward Wormley and Alf Svensson — expanding the brand’s portfolio and establishing credibility as a design source. Today vintage DUX sofas and dining chairs are valuable collector’s items, and the space-saving attributes and efficiency associated with the company’s modular designs continue to influence manufacturers all over the world.
Partly because of the affordability of DUX’s furniture — as well as an understandable affinity for the simplicity, warmth and coziness of Scandinavian modern design — postwar America embraced Ohlsson’s vision. One of Ohlsson’s best-known designs is the Profil lounge chair, built on a teak frame that can rock or recline with the push of a lever, while the wool bouclé upholstery is sumptuous and stylish. Another iconic collection is the clean, minimal Pasadena set of sofas, footstools and armchairs, fashioned from solid walnut with brass sabots.
The Milano Triennale and the “Good Design” exhibition series at New York City’s Museum of Modern Art distinguished Ohlsson with more than 30 awards. In 1964, he was honored with Sweden’s Royal Order of Vasa decoration by King Gustav VI Adolf because of his role in exporting modern Scandinavian aesthetics to America. Ohlsson’s designs were also produced by Bodafors and Fritz Hansen.
On 1stDibs, find a selection of Folke Ohlsson seating, tables, case pieces and storage cabinets.
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Creator: Folke Ohlsson
Expertly Restored - Folke Ohlsson Model 72-C Teak Lounge Chairs for Dux
By Folke Ohlsson, Dux of Sweden
Located in Los Angeles, CA
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Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precis...
Category
1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Folke Ohlsson Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Foam, Wood, Teak
Pair of USA-75 by Folke Olsson for DUX, Sweden, 1960s
By Folke Ohlsson
Located in Stockholm, SE
Swedish armchairs by Folke Ohlsson, produced by DUX, 1960s.
Very good vintage condition with small signs of usage and patina.
Category
1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Folke Ohlsson Furniture
Materials
Teak, Walnut
Pair of USA-75 by Folke Olsson for DUX, Sweden, 1960s
By Folke Ohlsson
Located in Stockholm, SE
Swedish armchairs in walnut by Folke Ohlsson, produced by DUX, 1960s.
Very good vintage condition with small signs of usage and patina.
Category
1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Folke Ohlsson Furniture
Materials
Teak
Folke Ohlsson for Dux Mid Century Danish Teak Lounge Chairs - Pair
By Folke Ohlsson, Dux of Sweden
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Folke Ohlsson for Dux Mid Century Danish Teak Lounge Chairs - Pair
Each lounge chair measures: 32.5 wide x 32 deep x 28.5 high, with a seat height of 15.5 and arm height/chair clear...
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1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Folke Ohlsson Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
Vintage Sculptural Walnut Coffee Table by Folke Ohlsson for Dux
By Folke Ohlsson, Dux of Sweden
Located in San Jose, CA
Mid century modern coffee table in walnut designed by Folke Ohlsson for DUX, Sweden. This classic piece features a warm natural wood grain pattern and raised sculpted edges. Supporti...
Category
1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Folke Ohlsson Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Sofa by Folke Ohlsson " Colorado" Made by Bodafors Teak Wood Sweden 1960 Signed
By Folke Ohlsson
Located in Paris, FR
Sofa by Folke Ohlsson " Colorado" made by Bodafors teak wood Sweden 1960 signed underneath the frame.
Good vintage condition. Teak wood frame in good condition.
With a timeless, teak-laden style—so emblematic of Scandinavian modernism—Swedish furniture designer Folke Ohlsson is perhaps best remembered for his outsized role in progressing the popularity of Scandinavian furniture...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Folke Ohlsson Furniture
Materials
Teak
Pair of USA-75 by Folke Olsson for DUX, 1960s
By Folke Ohlsson
Located in Stockholm, SE
Swedish armchairs by Folke Ohlsson for DUX, Sweden, 1960s.
Very good vintage condition with small signs of usage and patina.
Category
1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Folke Ohlsson Furniture
Materials
Teak
$7,791 / set
Swedish Modern “Monterey” Teak Sofa by Folke Ohlsson for DUX
By Dux of Sweden, Folke Ohlsson
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This beautifully crafted mid-century teak sofa is a stunning piece designed by Folke Ohlsson for DUX of Sweden back in the 1960s. This sofa, also known as the Monterey /5-161, captur...
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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Folke Ohlsson Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Mid-Century Modern Coffee Table in Rosewood Model Colorado by Folke Ohlsson
By Folke Ohlsson, Tingströms
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Rare Mid-Century Modern square coffee table in rosewood model Colorado by Folke Ohlsson. Stamped.
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Folke Ohlsson Furniture
Materials
Rosewood
Folke Ohlsson "Scissor" Sculpted Chair for DUX
By Dux of Sweden, Folke Ohlsson
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Folke Ohlsson "Scissor" Sculpted Lounge Chair for Dux is an iconic midcentury modern chair. This iconic chair has a wooden frame that is upholstered in a variety of fabrics. It h...
Category
1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Folke Ohlsson Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
1970s Folke Ohlsson Armchair 4410 in Leatherette, Denmark
By Folke Ohlsson
Located in Praha, CZ
- good original condition with minor signs of use
- Leatherette in good original condition with some signs of use
- Polished and cleaned
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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Folke Ohlsson Furniture
Materials
Faux Leather
Danish Modern Lounge Chair by Folke Ohlsson for Dux of Sweden
By Milo Baughman, Dux of Sweden, Folke Ohlsson
Located in Chicago, IL
Danish Modern Lounge Chair by Folke Ohlsson for Dux of Sweden
Recently reupholstered in an attractive textured striped fabric.
One small bleached spot (size of dime) on back rest ...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Folke Ohlsson Furniture
Materials
Wood
Pair of Vintage 'Frisco' Side Tables by Folke Ohlsson in Teak
By Folke Ohlsson
Located in San Diego, CA
This rare pair of 'Frisco' side tables by Folke Ohlsson, crafted in the 1960s, exemplifies the sophistication of Scandinavian design.
Made from rich old growth teak, each table feat...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Folke Ohlsson Furniture
Materials
Teak
Mid-Century Expanding Teak Dining Table by Folke Ohlsson for Dux
By Folke Ohlsson, Dux of Sweden
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This stunning teak dining table is a true masterpiece of Swedish design. Designed by Folke Ohlsson for Dux of Sweden in the 1960s, it's made from the highest quality teak wood and fe...
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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Folke Ohlsson Furniture
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern “Stanford” Teak Lounge Chair by Folke Ohlsson for DUX
By Dux of Sweden, Folke Ohlsson
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This stunning Swedish teak lounge chair, designed by the talented Folke Ohlsson for Dux of Sweden in the 1960s, is an exceptional piece that perfectly embodies mid-century modern des...
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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Folke Ohlsson Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Folke Ohlsson Scandinavian Coffee Table "Frisco" for Brabohag Tingstroms Danish
By Folke Ohlsson
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Folke Ohlsson Furniture
Materials
Rattan, Teak
Expertly Restored - Folke Ohlsson Model "Tema 1" Beechwood Lounge Chairs for Dux
By Folke Ohlsson, Dux of Sweden
Located in Los Angeles, CA
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Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precis...
Category
1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Folke Ohlsson Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Foam, Wood, Beech
Large Norwegian Teak Armchair with Ottoman by Folke Ohlsson for Westnofa 1960.
By Folke Ohlsson, Westnofa Furniture
Located in JOINVILLE-LE-PONT, FR
Superb Scandinavian armchair available with its footrest.
A clever metal system allows the armchair to tilt and offers great comfort with a slight rocking effect.
The armchair has ...
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1960s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Folke Ohlsson Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Scandinavian Modern Flip Top Expanding Dining Table By Folke Ohlsson For DUX
By Folke Ohlsson, Dux of Sweden
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This stylish and rare, Scandinavian modern extension dining table was designed by Folke Ohlsson for DUX of Sweden, circa 1960s. It's made of solid teak and features both practical an...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Folke Ohlsson Furniture
Materials
Teak
Folke Ohlsson, Lounge Chairs, Teak, Velvet, Sweden, 1960s
By Folke Ohlsson, Dux of Sweden
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of teak and blue velvet slipper lounge chairs designed by Folke Ohlsson and produced by DUX, Sweden, c. 1960s.
Cushions reupholstered in brand new velvet.
Overall Dimensions...
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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Folke Ohlsson Furniture
Materials
Velvet, Teak
Folke Ohlsson for Fritz Hansen Lounge Chair in Geometric Blue Upholstery
By Folke Ohlsson, Fritz Hansen
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Folke Ohlsson for Fritz Hansen, lounge chair, model '4410', fabric, teak, Denmark, design in 1957
Armchair by Folke Ohlsson made in Denmark in the 1950s. This high quality lounge ch...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Folke Ohlsson Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Expertly Restored-Swedish Modern Boucle & Leather Stool by Folke Ohlsson for Dux
By Folke Ohlsson, Dux of Sweden
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Materials:
Walnut-Stained Beechwood, New Tweed Fabric, Brass Sabots, Leather Buttons, New Webbing, New High Density Foam
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Transforming a piec...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Folke Ohlsson Furniture
Materials
Brass
Pair of Folke Ohlsson Pasedena Chair Teak Frame & Textured Velvet Midcentury
By Dux of Sweden, Folke Ohlsson
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Beautiful pair of lounge chair 'Pasadena' designed by Folke Ohlsson and produced by DUX Ljungs Industrier, Sweden. It is a very solid chair with a textured white velvet upholstery an...
Category
Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Folke Ohlsson Furniture
Materials
Velvet, Teak
Pair of Dux Swedish Modern Teak Accent Dining Armchairs
By Dux of Sweden, Folke Ohlsson
Located in Kensington, MD
Gracious & pleasing lines comprise the frame of this pair of Swedish Modern arm chairs. Designed by Folke Ohlsson for Dux.
Use as occasional...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Folke Ohlsson Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
'Colorado' by Folke Olsson for Bodafors, 1960s
By Folke Ohlsson
Located in Stockholm, SE
Swedish armchair in walnut by Folke Ohlsson for Bodafors, produced 1960.
Seat cushion in black leather.
Category
1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Folke Ohlsson Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Folke Ohlsson, Side Tables, Teak, Sweden, 1950s
By Folke Ohlsson
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of teak side tables model "Frisco" designed by Folke Ohlsson and produced by Tingströms, Sweden, c. 1950s.
Wear consistent with age and use.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 21....
Category
1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Folke Ohlsson Furniture
Materials
Wood, Teak
$5,800 / set
1960's Dux Swedish Modern Sculpted Walnut Accent Chair by Folke Ohlsson
By Folke Ohlsson, Dux of Sweden
Located in West Chester, PA
Mid-Century Modern Dux Sculpted Walnut Chair by Folke Ohlsson reupholstered at some point in a woven abstract fabric as pictured. Circa 1960's un...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Folke Ohlsson Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
DUX Folke Ohlsson Midcentury Danish Modern Lounge Chair
By Folke Ohlsson, Dux of Sweden
Located in Basel, BS
Stunning, rare midcentury lounge / armchair for DUX by Folke Ohlsson. Acquired from the estate of a midcentury Architect in Anchorage Alaska! Many ite...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Folke Ohlsson Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Wood
$2,280 Sale Price
20% Off
Swedish teak armchair by Folke Ohlsson for DUX
By Folke Ohlsson, Dux of Sweden
Located in Brescia, IT
Vintage Scandinavian armchair by Folke Ohlsson for DUX in teak with Vienna straw back and ice gray fabric cushions.
Scandinavian teak armchair with Vienna straw back designed by Fol...
Category
1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Folke Ohlsson Furniture
Materials
Teak, Fabric
Folke Ohlsson armchair model USA for DUX Sweden 1960
By Folke Ohlsson
Located in Paris, FR
Timeless Scandinavian design with this Folke Ohlsson armchair, Model USA, made by DUX of Sweden n in the 1960s. The chair features a beautifully crafted teak wood frame paired with...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Folke Ohlsson Furniture
Materials
Teak
Mid-Century Modern "Florida" Coffee Table by Folke Ohlsson
By Folke Ohlsson
Located in Atlanta, GA
Swedish modern 1960s beautiful rosewood coffee table named "Florida" by designer Folke Ohlsson.
"With a timeless, teak-laden style—so emblematic of Scandinavian modernism—Swedish f...
Category
1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Folke Ohlsson Furniture
Materials
Rosewood
Peter Lovig Nielsen Desk + Folke Ohlsson Armchair, 1960s, Scandinavian Design
By Peter Løvig Nielsen, Folke Ohlsson
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Desk, Denmark, circa 1960s. Designed by Peter Lovig Nielsen, this model is known as the Boomerang Desk because of its slightly curved top. Our model is constructed of oiled teak with...
Category
1960s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Folke Ohlsson Furniture
Materials
Metal
MCM Folke Ohlsson for DUX Reclining Lounge Chairs and Adjustable Ottomans C.1960
By Dux of Sweden, Folke Ohlsson
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT
An original pair of refurbished Folke Ohlsson for DUX Teak reclining lounge chairs with adjustable ottomans. There are 8 reclining positions for the chairs and 2 sizes for the...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Folke Ohlsson Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Teak
$2,395 Sale Price
66% Off
Folke Olsson Swedish Modern Coffee Table, 1960's
By Folke Ohlsson
Located in Uccle, BE
This elegant Danish modern midcentury surfboard coffee table model ‘Frisco’ was designed by Folke Ohlsson for Bra Bohag for Tingströms in the 1960s. Is flanked by raised lips...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Folke Ohlsson Furniture
Materials
Walnut
2 person DUX Sofa Made In Light Wool By Folke Ohlsson For Fritz Hansen
By Fritz Hansen, Folke Ohlsson
Located in Lejre, DK
The two-seater DUX sofa in light wool, designed by Folke Ohlsson and produced by Fritz Hansen, represents a fusion of form, function and finesse. Folke Ohlsson, a prominent Swedish f...
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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Folke Ohlsson Furniture
Materials
Wool
High-back 'USA-75' armchair by Folke Ohlsson for DUX, 1960s
By Folke Ohlsson
Located in Stockholm, SE
Swedish armchair in teak by Folke Ohlsson for DUX, 1960s. Good original condition.
Recently treated with leather wash and leather conditioner.
Category
1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Folke Ohlsson Furniture
Materials
Walnut, Leather
Black Leather USA-75 Armchair by Folke Olsson for DUX, 1960s
By Folke Ohlsson
Located in Stockholm, SE
Swedish armchair in walnut by Folke Ohlsson for DUX, early 1960s. Very good condition.
Category
1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Folke Ohlsson Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Mid-Century Coffee Table by Folke Ohlsson for Dux
By Folke Ohlsson, Dux of Sweden
Located in Raleigh, NC
Mid-century coffee table designed by Folke Ohlsson for Dux, Sweden. This piece features a square teak wooden top with warm and vibrant wood grain. Sitting atop four wooden tapered le...
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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Folke Ohlsson Furniture
Materials
Brass
Folke Ohlsson Lounge Chair by DUX
By Folke Ohlsson, Dux of Sweden
Located in Highland, IN
A beautiful, subtle design by Swedish designer Folke Ohlsson, this upholstered lounge chair with gently curved lines is supported by a walnut base. In very good original vintage con...
Category
1960s American Scandinavian Modern Vintage Folke Ohlsson Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Swedish Scissor Chairs by Folke Ohlsson for Bodafors
By Bodafors, Folke Ohlsson
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This Scissors armchair set of two was designed by Folke Ohlsson for the Swedish manufacturer Bodafors in 1962. It has a scissor oak frame with eight slats on the backrest. The loose cushions have been re-upholstered in a high-quality gray textured fabric. The history of this project began in 1950, when Olhsson designed these armchairs for his DUX company. Timeless design, simple construction and high-quality aesthetics perfectly reflect the spirit of the Mid-Century Modern.
Folke Ohlsson was born and raised in Sweden. In 1953, he moved to the United States and founded DUX Incorporated, which was a huge success. The designs of Ohlsson's armchairs and sofas are appreciated for their graceful combination of traditional details and modernist simplicity. Accordingly, his work has brought many recognition and awards, including the best design at the 1964 Milan Triennale exhibition, as well as the Royal...
Category
1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Folke Ohlsson Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Oak
$5,269 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Scandinavian Modern "Frisco" Coffee Table by Folke Ohlsson
By Folke Ohlsson, Tingströms
Located in Vienna, AT
Hard wood frame with tabletop. Designed in the early 1960s by Folke Ohlsson for Bra-Bohag /Tingströms Sweden.
Good vintage original condition.
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Folke Ohlsson Furniture
Materials
Hardwood
DUX Teak and Travertine Marble Lamp Table by Folke Ohlsson
By Folke Ohlsson
Located in Asbury Park, NJ
A solid teak lamp table with a travertine marble-top designed by Folke Ohlsson for DUX. In excellent condition and with elegant proportions.
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Folke Ohlsson Furniture
Materials
Travertine
Mid-Century Modern Expandable "Aristokrat" Coffee Table by Folke Ohlsson
By Folke Ohlsson
Located in Atlanta, GA
1960s beautiful teak coffee table named "Aristokrat" by designer Folke Ohlsson. Two pull-out shelves on each side. Stamped on the bottom. Beautifully simple and functional.
Category
1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Folke Ohlsson Furniture
Materials
Teak
Pair of walnut side tables model "Florida" by Folke Ohlsson 1950s
By Folke Ohlsson, Bra Bohag Bjärnum
Located in Brescia, IT
Pair of Scandinavian coffee tables model "Florida" by Folke Ohlsson for Tingströms. Walnut frame with clean lines and refined details.
Vintage Scandinavian coffee tables designed by...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Folke Ohlsson Furniture
Materials
Nutwood
Folke Ohlson Rare Model "Ascot" Oak Armchair a pair by DUX, Sweden, 1960
By Folke Ohlsson
Located in Paris, FR
Rare model by Folke Ohlsson, a pair of 'Ascot' armchairs made in light color natural Oak, for DUX Sweden, 1960s.
Very comfortable model with a solid oak frame . Upholstered back and...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Folke Ohlsson Furniture
Materials
Oak
Folke Ohlsson furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
Folke Ohlsson 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 Folke Ohlsson furniture, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original furniture by Folke Ohlsson were created in the Scandinavian Modern style in europe during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider furniture by Dux of Sweden, Yngve Ekström, and Alf Svensson. Prices for Folke Ohlsson furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $807 and can go as high as $15,000, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $3,504.