NK (Nordiska Kompaniet) Furniture
Swedish
Since its inception, luxury retailer Nordiska Kompaniet, known affectionately to its customers as “NK,” has offered an influential platform for innovators in furniture design. Its department stores in Stockholm and Gothenburg, Sweden, have been home to many of the top names in mid-century modern design and in Scandinavian modernism. Admired for its production of high-quality pieces, it continues to support forward-looking designers.
Nordiska Kompaniet was founded in 1902 through the merger of the companies K.M. Lundberg and Joseph Leja. Its founder, Josef Sachs, envisioned a department store as a cultural arena that would rival the luxury stores of Paris. He opened a flagship store in Stockholm in 1915. Early on, the brand set its sights on quality furniture making, bringing on master cabinetmaker Axel Einar Hjorth, who headed its production from 1927 to 1938.
The Stockholm Exhibition of 1930 was pivotal for both Nordiska Kompaniet and the world of design as a whole. NK’s installation, designed by Sven Markelius, positioned the artist as a key influencer and force majeure of Swedish functionalism.
Nordiska Kompaniet has continued to hire renowned designers throughout its operations, including such luminaries as Carl Bergsten, David Rosen and Gio Ponti. Many iconic sofas, lounge chairs, bookcases and dining room tables from the mid-century modern period originated in its furniture shop. The brand has also been at the forefront of textile, ceramic and wallpaper design, with artists Berndt Friberg, Josef Frank, Stig Lindberg and Elsa Gullberg among those who have contributed to NK’s brand legacy.
To cater to its growing customer base, Nordiska Kompaniet opened a second store in Gothenburg in 1971. Today, NK continues to provide patronage to top designers, remaining a leader in high-end furniture production.
Find antique and vintage Nordiska Kompaniet tables, seating, mirrors, lighting and other furniture on 1stDibs.
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Creator: NK (Nordiska Kompaniet)
Elias Svedberg safari chair for NK, 1960s
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet), Elias Svedberg
Located in Brescia, IT
Safari armchair by Elias Svedberg for Nordiska Kompaniet, with a light wood frame and cowhide-effect upholstery.
Designed by Elias Svedberg for Nordiska Kompaniet in the 1960s, this...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage NK (Nordiska Kompaniet) Furniture
Materials
Leather, Wood
Scandinavian Midcentury Brass Floor Lamp from Nk, Sweden, 1950s
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet)
Located in Stockholm, SE
Elegant brass floor lamp from NK, with a shade whose position can be adjusted.
Measure: height 163-177 cm.
Category
1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage NK (Nordiska Kompaniet) Furniture
Materials
Brass
Swedish Grace Table Lamp by Nordiska Kompaniet
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet)
Located in Karlstad, SE
This elegant table lamp embodies the refined aesthetics of the Swedish Grace movement, crafted by the esteemed Nordiska Kompaniet during the 1920s. Its sophisticated design features a sleek black lacquered stem, gracefully tapered and complemented by intricate brass detailing at the base. The base is adorned with delicate fluted motifs, adding a touch of classical charm to its modern silhouette.
The lamp is crowned with a newly custom-made lampshade, meticulously crafted from vintage chintz fabric...
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20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern NK (Nordiska Kompaniet) Furniture
Materials
Brass
Nordiska Kompaniet Armchair, Sweden ca 1930s
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet)
Located in Bozeman, MT
Fine armchair by Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden ca 1930s.
Category
Early 20th Century Swedish Art Deco NK (Nordiska Kompaniet) Furniture
Materials
Wood
Green Beechwood Armchair, Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden 1940s
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet)
Located in Rīga, LV
A vintage Swedish armchair from Nordiska Kompaniet (Model 562-004) made of beech wood with new upholstery.
Additional information:
Country of manufacture: Sweden
Period: 1940s
Dimen...
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20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern NK (Nordiska Kompaniet) Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Fabric, Wood
Leather and Brass Floor Lamp by Bertil Brisborg for NK, Sweden, 1940s
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet), Bertil Brisborg
Located in Hägersten, SE
Floor lamp model 32753 produced by Nordiska Kompaniet. Attributed to the head designer for the NK lighting department Bertil Brisborg. Produced around the 1940s. Made from brass, lac...
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage NK (Nordiska Kompaniet) Furniture
Materials
Metal, Brass
Paradise Sofa with Orange Fabric Upholstery by Kerstin Hörlin-Holmqvist
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet), Kerstin Horlin Holmquist
Located in Madrid, ES
The "Paradiset" sofa was designed by Kerstin Hörlin-Holmqvist in the late 1950s for Nordiska Kompaniet. It features a soft curved line of the back and tapered and curved stained beec...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern NK (Nordiska Kompaniet) Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Beech
Swedish Modern Floor Lamp by Nordiska Kompaniet, 1940s
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet)
Located in Karlstad, SE
Lovely Swedish modern floor lamp from Nordiska Kompaniet (NK), Sweden, 1940s.
The lamp consists of a base and rod in brass, supporting a swivel arm that holds the shade.
The height i...
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20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern NK (Nordiska Kompaniet) Furniture
Materials
Brass
Carl Fagerlund & Bertil Brisborg wall lamp by Orrefors & NK, Sweden, 1950s
By Orrefors, NK (Nordiska Kompaniet)
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare Orrefors glass and brass wall lamp designed by Carl Fagerlund & Bertil Brisborg, 1950s, Sweden.
Category
1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage NK (Nordiska Kompaniet) Furniture
Materials
Brass
Swedish Lounge Chairs by Hans Harald Molander for Nordiska Kompaniet, NK 1950s
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet), Hans Harald Molander
Located in Hägersten, SE
Rare lounge chairs designed by Hans Harald Molander. Produced by Nordiska Kompaniet during the 1950s. Made from black lacquered steel and upholstered seats. Reupholstered with wool f...
Category
1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage NK (Nordiska Kompaniet) Furniture
Materials
Steel
David Rosén for Nordiska Kompaniet Walnut and Brass Coffee Table
By David Rosén, NK (Nordiska Kompaniet)
Located in London, GB
This 1950s David Rosén for Nordiska Kompaniet coffee table is a stunning example of Swedish mid-century craftsmanship, combining elegant proportions, luxurious materials, and refined...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage NK (Nordiska Kompaniet) Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Swedish Modern Wood and Glass Sofa Table by Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden, 1939
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet), David Rosén
Located in Hägersten, SE
Swedish modern sofa table produced by Nordiska Kompaniet. According to the NK ledger the table is titled "Bord B 642" and was done on December 13,...
Category
1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage NK (Nordiska Kompaniet) Furniture
Materials
Glass, Beech
Sune Lindström, Nordiska Kompaniet, Trivia, Safari Chair in Canvas Linen
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet), Sune Lindström
Located in Hasselt, VLI
Rare safari-style folding chair, model “Sune” designed by Sune Lindström and produced by Nordiska Kompaniet in Sweden. Made in the early 1960s (designed...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern NK (Nordiska Kompaniet) Furniture
Materials
Metal
Mirror ‘Record’ designed by Axel Einar Hjorth for Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet), Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Stockholm, SE
Mirror ‘Record’ designed by Axel Einar Hjorth for Nordiska Kompaniet,
Sweden, 1930s.
Brushed steel and mirrored glass.
Stamped.
Diameter: 90 cm
Depth: 3 cm
From 1927 to 1938, Axel-Einar Hjorth was the chief architect and designer at the department store Nordiska Kompaniet in Stockholm—which was known as one of the most important producers of modernist furniture in Sweden. During this time, Hjorth designed both public and private interiors and worked with international clients including Iranian royalty. His first project for NK was a stand for the World Fair in Barcelona in 1929, during which he exhibited the Louis Cabinet...
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1930s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage NK (Nordiska Kompaniet) Furniture
Materials
Steel
Impressive Table Lamp by Nordiska Kompaniet white metal Sweden, 1950
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet)
Located in Paris, FR
Unseen tall lamp in white metal, with flowers. By Nordiska Kompaniet, market NK 100-3 on the base.
Measure: Hight 70 cm excluding Shade
Good condition. Shade not included.
Karl M. Lu...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern NK (Nordiska Kompaniet) Furniture
Materials
Metal
Scandinavian Armchair "Safari" by Elias Svedberg
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet), Elias Svedberg
Located in Brescia, IT
Vintage armchair made of wood and speckled fabric produced by the company Nordiska Kompaniet.
Particular seat with movable backrest. A piece of original and modern design, capable o...
Category
1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage NK (Nordiska Kompaniet) Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Pair of Wood and Bronze Side Tables by Nordiska, Argentina, Buenos Aires, 1950
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet)
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Pair of wood and bronze side tables by Nordiska. Argentina, Buenos Aires, 1950.
Category
1950s Argentine Mid-Century Modern Vintage NK (Nordiska Kompaniet) Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Mirror designed by Svenskt Tenn with fabric designed by Viola Gråsten for NK
By Svenskt Tenn, NK (Nordiska Kompaniet), Viola Grasten
Located in Stockholm, SE
Mirror designed by Svenskt Tenn with fabric designed by Viola Gråsten for Nordiska Kompaniet,
Sweden, 1960s.
Signed.
Mirrored glass, brass and textile.
Provenance: Bought in the S...
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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage NK (Nordiska Kompaniet) Furniture
Materials
Brass
Set of Three Chairs “Typenko” by Axel Einar Hjorth, Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet), Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Stockholm, SE
Set of three chairs “Typenko” designed by Axel Einar Hjorth for Nordiska Kompaniet,
Sweden. 1944.
Birch and velvet upholstery.
Dimensions:
H: 88 cm/ 2' 11''
W: 45,5 cm/ 1' 6 1/2''
D: 57 cm/ 1' 11''
Seat height: 43 cm/ 1' 5 1/2''
From 1927 to 1938, Axel-Einar Hjorth was the chief architect and designer at the department store Nordiska Kompaniet in Stockholm—which was known as one of the most important producers of modernist furniture in Sweden. During this time, Hjorth designed both public and private interiors, and worked with international clients including Iranian royalty. His first project for NK was a stand for the World Fair in Barcelona in 1929, during which he exhibited the Louis Cabinet...
Category
1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage NK (Nordiska Kompaniet) Furniture
Materials
Velvet, Birch
Stool ‘Futura’ by David Rosen for Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden. 1951.
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet), David Rosén
Located in Stockholm, SE
Stool ‘Futura’ by David Rosen for Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden. 1951.
Imitation leather and stained beech.
Measurements:
H: 53 cm/ 1' 8 7/8"
SH: 47 cm/ 1' 6 1/2"
W: 53 cm/ 1' 8 7/8"
...
Category
1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage NK (Nordiska Kompaniet) Furniture
Materials
Faux Leather, Beech
Art Deco Desk by NORDISKA KOMPANIET
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet)
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Art Deco desk, made of maple veneered wood with inlays, keyholes and ivory strips. By NORDISKA KOMPANIET S:A (1920-1970). Signed by NORDISKA KOMPANIET S,A., BS AIRES, Florida 101.
A...
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1930s Argentine Art Deco Vintage NK (Nordiska Kompaniet) Furniture
Materials
Maple
Folding Table by Nordiska
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet)
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Folding table by Nordiska. Birch wood veneer. and bronze sabots.
Argentina, CIRCA 1940.
Category
1940s Argentine Art Deco Vintage NK (Nordiska Kompaniet) Furniture
Materials
Bronze
$12,000
Pair of Axel-Einar Hjorth "Skoga" Stools / Side Tables by Nk, Sweden, 1930s
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet), Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare pair of Skoga pine stools / side tables designed by Axel-Einar Hjorth, 1930s.
Produced by Nordiska Kompaniet.
Category
1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage NK (Nordiska Kompaniet) Furniture
Materials
Pine
Nk (nordiska Kompaniet) furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
NK (Nordiska Kompaniet) 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 NK (Nordiska Kompaniet) furniture, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original furniture by NK (Nordiska Kompaniet) 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 Arne Norell, Dux of Sweden, and Yngve Ekström. Prices for NK (Nordiska Kompaniet) furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $565 and can go as high as $88,940, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $5,544.
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