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Ikea Furniture

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IKEA is the world's largest furniture retailer, but its origins were far humbler than its global footprint suggests. Founded in 1943 by 17-year-old Ingvar Kamprad in the Swedish village of Älmhult, the company began as a mail-order business selling pens, wallets and picture frames. It wasn't until 1948 that the IKEA catalog started featuring furniture, altering the course of modern domestic design.

IKEA is rooted in democratic design, or the belief that well-made, beautiful objects should be accessible to everyone. This philosophy took shape in the 1950s when IKEA began working with independent designers to develop its own furniture lines. The pivotal innovation came in 1956, when IKEA introduced flat-pack furniture, a practical solution born out of necessity when designer Gillis Lundgren removed a table's legs to fit it into a car. This single insight reshaped how the world thinks about manufacturing, shipping and the relationship between consumer and object.

The 1970s and 1980s are now widely considered the golden age of IKEA design, a period when the company regularly collaborated with outside designers before transitioning to entirely in-house production. These decades produced some of the brand's most collectible pieces, and vintage examples are today actively sought after by collectors worldwide. Karen Mobring's safari-influenced seating — including the Diana, Natura and Amiral chairs — captures the organic, relaxed spirit of the era, while Noboru Nakamura's Bore chair and Lundgren's Pixi lounge chair round out the most coveted 1970s offerings. The 1980s brought a sharper, more industrial sensibility through Niels Gammelgaard's work in wire and tubular steel, among them the Enetri shelf, the wire Jarpen chairs and the foldable Ted chair, as well as Tord Björklund's Skye chaise and Klinte armchair.

Beyond these core collaborators, IKEA has worked with some of the most significant names in 20th-century design. Kai Kristiansen, Ettore Sottsass, Verner Panton and Mats Theselius all produced pieces for the brand, and rare examples of their IKEA work are among the most prized finds for collectors today. More recently, collaborations with designers such as Ilse Crawford, Tom Dixon and Hella Jongerius through its IKEA PS (“post scriptum”) collections have continued to push the brand into more expressive territory.

IKEA has also shaped retail culture itself. Its sprawling, maze-like store format — introduced in Älmhult in 1958 — transformed shopping into an experience, complete with room vignettes, a Swedish café and a one-way path designed to inspire. The brand has since expanded to more than 60 countries, while its annual catalog, once one of the most widely distributed publications in the world, became a cultural artifact in its own right.

IKEA continues to balance its founding tension: mass production in the service of good design. As Kamprad once put it, "to design a desk which may cost $1,000 is easy for a furniture designer, but to design a functional and good desk which shall cost $50 can only be done by the very best."

Find a range of vintage and collectible IKEA chairs, shelving and furniture on 1stDibs.

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Vintage IKEA Ry Chrome & Glass Side Table Designed by Tord Björklund, ca. 1980s
Vintage IKEA Ry Chrome & Glass Side Table Designed by Tord Björklund, ca. 1980s

Vintage IKEA Ry Chrome & Glass Side Table Designed by Tord Björklund, ca. 1980s

By Memphis Group, Tord Bjorklund, IKEA

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This vintage 1980s side table features a U-leg chrome base and round glass table top. Similar to pieces by the Memphis Group, Tord Björklund's design exemplifies the postmodern aesth...

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1980s Swedish Post-Modern Vintage Ikea Furniture

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Chrome

Sideboard "Ulvo" by Erik Wørts for IKEA, 1960s
Sideboard "Ulvo" by Erik Wørts for IKEA, 1960s

Sideboard "Ulvo" by Erik Wørts for IKEA, 1960s

By IKEA, Erik Wørts

Located in Brescia, IT

Scandinavian oak sideboard designed by Erik Wørts for IKEA, 1960s. Clean line with shaped drawers. Sideboard model "Ulvo" designed by Erik Wørts for IKEA in the 1960s. Scandinavian ...

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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Ikea Furniture

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Wood

Erik Worts Model Form Canvas Safari Spanish Pine Lounge Chair 1977 VINTAGE IKEA
Erik Worts Model Form Canvas Safari Spanish Pine Lounge Chair 1977 VINTAGE IKEA

Erik Worts Model Form Canvas Safari Spanish Pine Lounge Chair 1977 VINTAGE IKEA

By Erik Worts, IKEA

Located in Munich, Bavaria

This rare Canvas Lounge chair was designed 1977 by Erik Worts for IKEA. The Model name is FORM. It was produced only for a short period of time only 1 Year in 1977.So it is absolut...

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1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ikea Furniture

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Wood, Pine, Canvas

Vintage IKEA "Poem" Chairs by Noboru Nakamura
Vintage IKEA "Poem" Chairs by Noboru Nakamura

Vintage IKEA "Poem" Chairs by Noboru Nakamura

By IKEA, Noboru Nakamura

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Iconic and highly collectible, these vintage “Poem” chairs were designed in 1976 by Japanese designer Noboru Nakamura for IKEA. Predecessors to the globally recognized POÄNG chair...

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Late 20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Ikea Furniture

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Wood

Bent Gantzel Boysen “Libra” Lamp Base for IKEA, 1982
Bent Gantzel Boysen “Libra” Lamp Base for IKEA, 1982

Bent Gantzel Boysen “Libra” Lamp Base for IKEA, 1982

By IKEA, Bent Gantzel-Boysen

Located in Stockholm, SE

Lamp base from the “Libra” series, designed by Bent Gantzel Boysen for IKEA, Sweden, in 1982. An early example of IKEA’s documented designer collaborations, the Libra model reflects...

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1980s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Ikea Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

Extremely Rare Noboru Nakamura Bore Leather Lounge Chair with Footstool, 1970s
Extremely Rare Noboru Nakamura Bore Leather Lounge Chair with Footstool, 1970s

Extremely Rare Noboru Nakamura Bore Leather Lounge Chair with Footstool, 1970s

By IKEA, Noboru Nakamura

Located in Voorburg, NL

An extremely rare and beautiful 1970s original Noboru Nakamura leather button back lounge chair with matching footstool in chocolate brown leather. The 'Bore' called chair and stool ...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Ikea Furniture

Materials

Chrome

Sideboard “Korsør” in teak di IKEA
Sideboard “Korsør” in teak di IKEA

Sideboard “Korsør” in teak di IKEA

By IKEA

Located in Brescia, IT

Sideboard “Korsør” di IKEA in teak, produzione 1967, due vani con mensole e ante scorrevoli, cassetti centrali con maniglie scavate. Linee sobrie e proporzioni equilibrate per il si...

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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Ikea Furniture

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Teak

Stoja Wall Lamp by Ettore Sottsass for IKEA, Sweden, 1970s
Stoja Wall Lamp by Ettore Sottsass for IKEA, Sweden, 1970s

Stoja Wall Lamp by Ettore Sottsass for IKEA, Sweden, 1970s

By Ettore Sottsass, IKEA

Located in Stockholm, SE

This “Stoja” wall lamp was designed by Ettore Sottsass for IKEA during the late 1970s, as part of the company’s short-lived collaboration with external architects and designers. The ...

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1970s Swedish Post-Modern Vintage Ikea Furniture

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Plastic, Wood

Pair of “Grill” Chairs by Bengt Ruda for Ikea, Sweden 1958
Pair of “Grill” Chairs by Bengt Ruda for Ikea, Sweden 1958

Pair of “Grill” Chairs by Bengt Ruda for Ikea, Sweden 1958

By IKEA, Bengt Ruda

Located in Utrecht, NL

Designer Bengt Ruda was the first qualified designer to be employed at IKEA. Before being recruited in 1957, he had designed furniture for the high-end department store Nordiska Komp...

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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ikea Furniture

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Wood

Niels Gammelgaard JÄRPEN Easy Chair for IKEA, White Powder Coated Steel, 1983
Niels Gammelgaard JÄRPEN Easy Chair for IKEA, White Powder Coated Steel, 1983

Niels Gammelgaard JÄRPEN Easy Chair for IKEA, White Powder Coated Steel, 1983

By IKEA, Niels Gammelgaard

Located in Beirut, LB

Presenting an exceptional and highly sought-after vintage "JÄRPEN" easy chair, an iconic piece designed by the celebrated Niels Gammelgaard for IKEA, originally produced around 1983....

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1980s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ikea Furniture

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Steel

Vintage Swedish 3 Tier Coffee Table In Birch Plywood By Ikea, 1980s
Vintage Swedish 3 Tier Coffee Table In Birch Plywood By Ikea, 1980s

Vintage Swedish 3 Tier Coffee Table In Birch Plywood By Ikea, 1980s

By IKEA

Located in London, GB

Excellent example of 80's Swedish design, utilising bent birch ply with its crisp golden tone and smooth finish. An elegant piece that incorporates two lower tiers that are softened ...

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1980s Swedish Modern Vintage Ikea Furniture

Materials

Plywood

Mid-Century Modern IKEA Table Lamp with Glass Shade and Chrome Base
Mid-Century Modern IKEA Table Lamp with Glass Shade and Chrome Base

Mid-Century Modern IKEA Table Lamp with Glass Shade and Chrome Base

By IKEA

Located in W Allenhurst, NJ

Stylish midcentury, Ikea design-Classic table lamp. Both figuratively and literally, this mid century fixture is perfect for bringing light to your Mid-Century Modern interior. This...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Ikea Furniture

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Metal, Chrome

IKEA Fackla Floor Lamps, Plastic, Post-Modern Design, 1980s
IKEA Fackla Floor Lamps, Plastic, Post-Modern Design, 1980s

IKEA Fackla Floor Lamps, Plastic, Post-Modern Design, 1980s

By Ettore Sottsass, IKEA

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Pair of IKEA "Fackla" floor lamps, Sweden, c.1980s. These petite torchères emit an uplight and feature white plastic bodies with gold plastic around the top opening of the lamp. The ...

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1980s Swedish Post-Modern Vintage Ikea Furniture

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Plastic

Vintage PS Surrig children chairs by Eva & Peter Moritz for Ikea, 2000
Vintage PS Surrig children chairs by Eva & Peter Moritz for Ikea, 2000

Vintage PS Surrig children chairs by Eva & Peter Moritz for Ikea, 2000

By Peter & Eva Moritz, IKEA

Located in PRAHA 5, CZ

Pair of children"Surrig" chairs, designed by Eva & Peter Moritz for IKEA as a part of PS 2000 series. Lacquered metal, plastic and fabric cover. Height 70 cm, width 90 cm, depth 50 c...

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Early 2000s Swedish Post-Modern Ikea Furniture

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Metal

2x Original Karin Mobring Vintage Regal 1970er Vadstena IKEA
2x Original Karin Mobring Vintage Regal 1970er Vadstena IKEA

2x Original Karin Mobring Vintage Regal 1970er Vadstena IKEA

By IKEA

Located in Berlin, DE

Wir bieten zwei wunderschöne Vintage (Bücher-) Regale/ Sideboards von Karin Mobring für IKEA aus den 1970er Jahren zum Verkauf an. Das Design zeichnet sich durch seine Einfachheit, F...

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1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ikea Furniture

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Pine

2x Original Karin Mobring Vintage Schrank 1970er Vadstena IKEA
2x Original Karin Mobring Vintage Schrank 1970er Vadstena IKEA

2x Original Karin Mobring Vintage Schrank 1970er Vadstena IKEA

By IKEA

Located in Berlin, DE

Wir bieten zwei wunderschöne Vintage Schränke von Karin Mobring für IKEA aus den 1970er Jahren zum Verkauf an. Das Design zeichnet sich durch seine Einfachheit, Funktion und die klar...

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1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ikea Furniture

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Pine

Gillis Lundgren Wall Mirror with Shelf for IKEA, Sweden, 1970s
Gillis Lundgren Wall Mirror with Shelf for IKEA, Sweden, 1970s

Gillis Lundgren Wall Mirror with Shelf for IKEA, Sweden, 1970s

By Gillis Lundgren, IKEA

Located in Stockholm, SE

Wall-mounted mirror designed by Gillis Lundgren for IKEA during the late 1960s–1970s. Produced in moulded ABS plastic, the piece reflects the Space Age aesthetic that influenced Sca...

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1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ikea Furniture

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Mirror, Plastic

1970's Design "Diana" Safari Lounge Chair set by Karin Mobring for Ikea
1970's Design "Diana" Safari Lounge Chair set by Karin Mobring for Ikea

1970's Design "Diana" Safari Lounge Chair set by Karin Mobring for Ikea

By IKEA

Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN

Vintage Midcentury Modern Design "DIANA" model Safari Lounge Chair set by Karin Mobring for Ikea. Made in the 1970's period, Sweden. Pine wood frame with cotton canvas and leather st...

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1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ikea Furniture

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Cotton, Pine

Karin Mobring Model Diana Cognac Sling Lounge Chair Vintage Ikea Black Frame
Karin Mobring Model Diana Cognac Sling Lounge Chair Vintage Ikea Black Frame

Karin Mobring Model Diana Cognac Sling Lounge Chair Vintage Ikea Black Frame

By IKEA

Located in Munich, Bavaria

This Ikea Classic Vintage Lounge chair was designed 1972 by Karin Mobring. It is made of a solid scandinavian pine wood.This version is rare and it is black lacquerd from the produc...

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1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ikea Furniture

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Leather, Wood, Pine

2x Niels Gammelgaard "TED" Folding Chairs
2x Niels Gammelgaard "TED" Folding Chairs

2x Niels Gammelgaard "TED" Folding Chairs

By Niels Gammelgaard, IKEA

Located in Neuss, NW

Timeless Ted folding chairs by Niels Gammelgaard for IKEA from the 1970s in red. High-quality metal frame with plastic backrest and seat. The offer includes 2 chairs. Quality Featur...

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1970s Swedish Vintage Ikea Furniture

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Metal

Set of 2 Vintage Picture Frames with Structured Metal Design by IKEA, 1990s
Set of 2 Vintage Picture Frames with Structured Metal Design by IKEA, 1990s

Set of 2 Vintage Picture Frames with Structured Metal Design by IKEA, 1990s

By IKEA

Located in Montecalvoli, IT

This vintage set of 2 picture frames from the 1990s by IKEA features a refined structured metal design with a subtle, organic surface texture. Minimal yet highly decorative, the fram...

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20th Century Ikea Furniture

Materials

Metal

Pair of Pulkka Lounge Chairs with Ottomans by Ilmari Lappalainen for IKEA
Pair of Pulkka Lounge Chairs with Ottomans by Ilmari Lappalainen for IKEA

Pair of Pulkka Lounge Chairs with Ottomans by Ilmari Lappalainen for IKEA

By IKEA, Ilmari Lappalainen

Located in Beograd, RS

In this listing you will find a Pair of Mid Century Modern adjustable Pulkka Lounge Chairs with Ottomans designed by Ilmari Lappalainen for IKEA. The chair has a beech wood base with...

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1980s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ikea Furniture

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Fabric, Beech

Postmodern Model OTI Metal Table by Niels Gammelgaard for Ikea, 1980s
Postmodern Model OTI Metal Table by Niels Gammelgaard for Ikea, 1980s

Postmodern Model OTI Metal Table by Niels Gammelgaard for Ikea, 1980s

By IKEA, Niels Gammelgaard

Located in Hamburg, DE

The table for the OTI chair, a design classic from the 1980s by Danish architect Niels Gammelgaard. The table adopts the basic geometric shape of the triangle that characterizes the...

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20th Century Swedish Post-Modern Ikea Furniture

Materials

Metal

Uri Stool, Ikea, 1995
Uri Stool, Ikea, 1995

Uri Stool, Ikea, 1995

By IKEA

Located in Firenze, IT

Stool, model Uri, designed by Per Idar Ledang in 1995 for Ikea. It features a cushion upholstered in blue velvet and distinctive wave paws, iconic of the postmodern style.

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1990s Swedish Post-Modern Ikea Furniture

Materials

Steel

Pair of low vintage Pulkka lounge Chairs by Ilmari Lappalainen for IKEA
Pair of low vintage Pulkka lounge Chairs by Ilmari Lappalainen for IKEA

Pair of low vintage Pulkka lounge Chairs by Ilmari Lappalainen for IKEA

By Ilmari Lappalainen, IKEA

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Pair of low vintage lounge Chairs by Ilmari Lappalainen for IKEA Model "Pulkka" for IKEA. Pair of lounge chairs and foot stools in bentwood beech frame and webbing upholstery. Seats...

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1980s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Ikea Furniture

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Canvas, Upholstery, Birch, Bentwood

Set of 6 Black Swedish Postmodern 80s Vintage Nils Gammelgaard Ikea "Ted" Chairs
Set of 6 Black Swedish Postmodern 80s Vintage Nils Gammelgaard Ikea "Ted" Chairs

Set of 6 Black Swedish Postmodern 80s Vintage Nils Gammelgaard Ikea "Ted" Chairs

By IKEA, Giancarlo Piretti, Anonima Castelli

Located in Basel, BS

Very rare opportunity to have a complete set of 6 of these wonderful 1980s Nils Gaamelgaard for Ikea chairs as a perfect set of 6 in black all together! Sold here as a set. These wi...

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1980s Swedish Post-Modern Vintage Ikea Furniture

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Metal

"Järpen" chair Niels Gammelgaard, Sweden
"Järpen" chair Niels Gammelgaard, Sweden

"Järpen" chair Niels Gammelgaard, Sweden

By IKEA, Niels Gammelgaard

Located in Torino, IT

"Järpen" chair Niels Gammelgaard, Sweden

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1980s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ikea Furniture

Materials

Metal

Postmodern Cirkel Table Lamp by IKEA, Metal and Plastic, Sweden, 1980s
Postmodern Cirkel Table Lamp by IKEA, Metal and Plastic, Sweden, 1980s

Postmodern Cirkel Table Lamp by IKEA, Metal and Plastic, Sweden, 1980s

By IKEA

Located in Hamburg, DE

Postmodern table lamp from Ikea from the 1980s. Elegant table lamp with a technical design language. The flat lamp head appears particularly narrow in profile. The black and chrome ...

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20th Century Swedish Post-Modern Ikea Furniture

Materials

Metal

Memphis style table lamp, Ikea 1980 with custom-made lampshade
Memphis style table lamp, Ikea 1980 with custom-made lampshade

Memphis style table lamp, Ikea 1980 with custom-made lampshade

By IKEA

Located in Herentals, BE

Blue ceramic table lamp in Memphis style by Ikea, 1980s. Label is located at the bottom of the ceramic table base. The intense blue ceramic base has a custom-made lampshade in red-white fabric by Erika...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Ikea Furniture

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Ceramic, Fabric

Ted Net Folding Chairs Niels Gammelgaard Ikea Sweden 1970's
Ted Net Folding Chairs Niels Gammelgaard Ikea Sweden 1970's

Ted Net Folding Chairs Niels Gammelgaard Ikea Sweden 1970's

By Niels Gammelgaard, IKEA

Located in Rochester, NY

Set of three Ted Net folding chairs in original red enameled painted tubular metal and white rubber coated metal grid seats and backs. Designed by Niels Gammelgaard for Ikea Sweden, ...

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1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ikea Furniture

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Metal, Enamel

Pair of PS Hässlö outdoor lounge chairs by Monika Mulder for Ikea, 1990s
Pair of PS Hässlö outdoor lounge chairs by Monika Mulder for Ikea, 1990s

Pair of PS Hässlö outdoor lounge chairs by Monika Mulder for Ikea, 1990s

By IKEA, Monika Mulder

Located in PRAHA 5, CZ

Pair of fantastic postmodern lounge chairs designed by Monika Mulder for Ikea in 1995. The Ikea PS Hässlö chairs designed by Monika Mulder are sleek and mode...

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1990s Swedish Post-Modern Ikea Furniture

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Steel

Set Off Two IKEA ENO Folding Chair 1990s
Set Off Two IKEA ENO Folding Chair 1990s

Set Off Two IKEA ENO Folding Chair 1990s

By IKEA

Located in Čelinac, BA

IKEA ENO Folding Chair Set Off Two 1990s

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1990s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Ikea Furniture

Materials

Wood

1990s IKEA Swedish Frosted Iconic Iced Glass Cube 'Iviken' Table Lamp
1990s IKEA Swedish Frosted Iconic Iced Glass Cube 'Iviken' Table Lamp

1990s IKEA Swedish Frosted Iconic Iced Glass Cube 'Iviken' Table Lamp

By IKEA

Located in London, England

A wonderful tactile table lamp which is one of the Swedish brand IKEA's most iconic designs. The "Iviken"table lamp is in the shape of a large ice cube and is perfect for lighting i...

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1990s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Ikea Furniture

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Glass, Plastic

Coffee table 'Jarpen' by Niels Gammelgaard for Ikea 1983
Coffee table 'Jarpen' by Niels Gammelgaard for Ikea 1983

Coffee table 'Jarpen' by Niels Gammelgaard for Ikea 1983

By Niels Gammelgaard, IKEA

Located in Herentals, BE

Post Modern white lacquered metal coffee table or side table ' Jarpen' with original transparent glass top.

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Late 20th Century Swedish Post-Modern Ikea Furniture

Materials

Metal

"Järpen" chair Niels Gammelgaard, Sweden
"Järpen" chair Niels Gammelgaard, Sweden

"Järpen" chair Niels Gammelgaard, Sweden

By Niels Gammelgaard, IKEA

Located in Torino, IT

"Järpen" chair Niels Gammelgaard, Sweden

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1980s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ikea Furniture

Materials

Metal

Ikea Rare White Table Lamp Mod. Kulla, Sweden 1990s
Ikea Rare White Table Lamp Mod. Kulla, Sweden 1990s

Ikea Rare White Table Lamp Mod. Kulla, Sweden 1990s

By IKEA

Located in Naples, IT

Designed in the 1990s by Danish designers Christina Halskov and Hanne Dalsgaard for IKEA and produced only for a short time. This large table lamp has a minimalist design and is in e...

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1990s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Ikea Furniture

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Metal

IKEA "Grimsö" Table Lamp in Steel and Leather, Adjusteble Arm, 1990s
IKEA "Grimsö" Table Lamp in Steel and Leather, Adjusteble Arm, 1990s

IKEA "Grimsö" Table Lamp in Steel and Leather, Adjusteble Arm, 1990s

By IKEA

Located in Stockholm, SE

A table lamp model “Grimsö” by IKEA, produced in the late 20th century. Constructed in steel with a leather-wrapped central column, the design combines industrial materials with a so...

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1990s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Ikea Furniture

Materials

Steel

Winnie Chairs by Ikea, 1950s
Winnie Chairs by Ikea, 1950s

Winnie Chairs by Ikea, 1950s

By Jens Hjorth, IKEA

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Armchair, "Winnie", Ikea, second half of the 20th century, Jens Hjorth style.

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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ikea Furniture

Materials

Beech

Hagberg & Hagberg ‘Popptorp’ Chair for IKEA, 1990s
Hagberg & Hagberg ‘Popptorp’ Chair for IKEA, 1990s

Hagberg & Hagberg ‘Popptorp’ Chair for IKEA, 1990s

By IKEA

Located in Stockholm, SE

Designed by Knut and Marianne Hagberg for IKEA during the 1990s, the ‘Popptorp’ chair embodies the playful experimentation with molded plastics that defined the decade. The sculptur...

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1990s Swedish Post-Modern Ikea Furniture

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Upholstery, Plastic

Pair of Fackla Floor Lamps Vintage Ikea, Sweden, 1980s
Pair of Fackla Floor Lamps Vintage Ikea, Sweden, 1980s

Pair of Fackla Floor Lamps Vintage Ikea, Sweden, 1980s

By IKEA

Located in Barcelona, ES

Two "Fackla" (eng Torch) floor lamps fabricated by Ikea in the 1980s. One with bronze-colored metal top and one with gold-colored metal top.

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Late 20th Century Swedish Post-Modern Ikea Furniture

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Metal

1960s , Two Leather and Tubular Steel Arm Chair 'Klinte' by Tord Björklund
1960s , Two Leather and Tubular Steel Arm Chair 'Klinte' by Tord Björklund

1960s , Two Leather and Tubular Steel Arm Chair 'Klinte' by Tord Björklund

By Tord Bjorklund, IKEA

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Nice armchair , model Klinte, designed by Tord Björklund Sweden. The chairs having a tubular chromed steel frame with patinated nature leather back seating and armrest with a beautif...

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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Ikea Furniture

Materials

Stainless Steel

Scandinavian Modern Golden Pendant Lamp by PO Ström, 1970's
Scandinavian Modern Golden Pendant Lamp by PO Ström, 1970's

Scandinavian Modern Golden Pendant Lamp by PO Ström, 1970's

By Per-Olof Ström, IKEA

Located in Grythyttan, SE

Large modernist pendant light designed by P.O. Ström for IKEA, Sweden, during the 1970s. The aluminum pendant features a yellow-patinated golden hue exterior and a silver-colored alu...

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1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ikea Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

Retro White and Lime Green Floor Lamp by Ikea, Sweden c. 1970s
Retro White and Lime Green Floor Lamp by Ikea, Sweden c. 1970s

Retro White and Lime Green Floor Lamp by Ikea, Sweden c. 1970s

By IKEA

Located in Helsinki, FI

A beautiful white and green vintage floor lamp made by IKEA in the 1970s. The lamp features a white plastic stem with a beautiful retro design, paired together with a lime green fabr...

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1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ikea Furniture

Materials

Metal

IKEA Metal Wall Lamp, 1980s, Scandinavian Modern
IKEA Metal Wall Lamp, 1980s, Scandinavian Modern

IKEA Metal Wall Lamp, 1980s, Scandinavian Modern

By IKEA

Located in Stockholm, SE

Wall lamp produced by IKEA during the 1980s, part of the brand’s design language exploring compact, functional lighting with a minimal and architectural character. The lamp is constr...

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1980s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Ikea Furniture

Materials

Metal

Early Tord Bjorklund for Ikea Midcentury Chaise Leather Lounge Chair
Early Tord Bjorklund for Ikea Midcentury Chaise Leather Lounge Chair

Early Tord Bjorklund for Ikea Midcentury Chaise Leather Lounge Chair

By Tord Bjorklund, IKEA

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Early Tord Bjorklund for Ikea midcentury Chaise Leather Lounge Chair This chaise measures: 28 wide x 61 deep x 37.5 inches high with a seat height of 14 inches All pieces of fu...

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1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ikea Furniture

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Metal

Futuristic Rocking Chair Danish Large White Space Age Minimalist Architectural
Futuristic Rocking Chair Danish Large White Space Age Minimalist Architectural

Futuristic Rocking Chair Danish Large White Space Age Minimalist Architectural

By IKEA, Niels Gammelgaard

Located in London, GB

A staggeringly cool, eye-catchingly original and extremely comfortable designer rocking chair in lovely vintage condition. Designed by Scandinavian Modern Design legend Niels Gammelg...

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Late 20th Century Swedish Futurist Ikea Furniture

Materials

Metal

IKEA “Nift” Geometric Pendant Lamp, 1960s
IKEA “Nift” Geometric Pendant Lamp, 1960s

IKEA “Nift” Geometric Pendant Lamp, 1960s

By IKEA

Located in Stockholm, SE

Pendant lamp model Nift, produced by IKEA during the 1960s. Executed in painted metal, the lamp is constructed from interlocking geometric elements in red and off-white, forming a l...

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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Ikea Furniture

Materials

Steel

Terrazzo EON Table Lamp by Ikea, Sweden
Terrazzo EON Table Lamp by Ikea, Sweden

Terrazzo EON Table Lamp by Ikea, Sweden

By IKEA

Located in Vienna, AT

Terazzo base with the adjustable milk glass shade. Desiged in Sweden in the 1990s. Fitted with one E27 socket

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1990s Swedish Post-Modern Ikea Furniture

Materials

Marble, Brass

Easy Chair designed by Finnish Designer Simo Heikillä
Easy Chair designed by Finnish Designer Simo Heikillä

Easy Chair designed by Finnish Designer Simo Heikillä

By IKEA, Simo Heikkilä 1

Located in Beerse, VAN

Simo Heikillä, winner of many design prices, designed this beautiful easy chair for IKEA in the 1990s. As you can see, a lot of effort has been done to realise it. All the bended wo...

Category

1990s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Ikea Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Scandinavian Modern Teak Low Bench Cabinet Credenza Attributed Arne Wahl Iversen
Scandinavian Modern Teak Low Bench Cabinet Credenza Attributed Arne Wahl Iversen

Scandinavian Modern Teak Low Bench Cabinet Credenza Attributed Arne Wahl Iversen

By IKEA, Arne Wahl Iversen

Located in Topeka, KS

Fabulous 1950-1960’s Scandinavian Modern teak 2 drawer low bench, dresser, cabinet, or credenza attributed to Arne Wahl Iversen for vintage IKEA. This piece has been attributed based upon archived research including online sources, vintage documentation and catalogs, designer literature, and other materials however it is not signed or marked in any way. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that this is vintage and not new so will have signs of use and wear. We have repaired/filled some nicks & dings. It has small scratches as you would expect, and it has a fresh coat of Danish oil. Please see photos and zoom in for details. We attempt to portray any imperfections. Circa, 1950-1960’s. There are cabinets… and then there are MARVELOUS, not to mention VERSATILE cabinets like this Scandinavian Modern teak low dresser, cabinet, credenza, or bench cabinet...

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Ikea Furniture

Materials

Teak

Swivel Chair by Chris Martin for Ikea, 2000s
Swivel Chair by Chris Martin for Ikea, 2000s

Swivel Chair by Chris Martin for Ikea, 2000s

By IKEA

Located in Praha, CZ

- Made in Sweden - Made of metal, plastic - Maker: Ikea - Good original

Category

Early 2000s Czech Other Ikea Furniture

Materials

Metal

Pair of Ikea wall lights
Pair of Ikea wall lights

Pair of Ikea wall lights

By IKEA

Located in 'S-HERTOGENBOSCH, NL

Pair of Ikea wall lights in white.

Category

1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ikea Furniture

Materials

Iron

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Ikea furniture are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of metal and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Ikea furniture, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original furniture by Ikea were created in the mid-century modern style in europe during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider furniture by Arne Norell, Dux of Sweden, and Bruno Mathsson. Prices for Ikea furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $142 and can go as high as $11,178, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $1,447.
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