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NK (Nordiska Kompaniet) Sofas

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)
"Lovö" Sofa by Axel Einar Hjorth for Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden, 1930s
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet), Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Stockholm, SE
“Lovö” sofa by Axel Einar Hjorth, made from solid pine in a striking, rustic design. Storage under the seat. “Lovö” is one of the series of ...
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1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage NK (Nordiska Kompaniet) Sofas

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Pine

Axel Einar Hjorth, "Wärmdö" Sofa, Pine, Shearling, Sweden, 1937
By Axel Einar Hjorth, NK (Nordiska Kompaniet)
Located in High Point, NC
A dark-stained pine and shearling "Wärmdö" sofa designed by Axel Einar Hjorth and produced by Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden, 1937. Seat Height (inches): 17.25” Arm Height (inches): 24...
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1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage NK (Nordiska Kompaniet) Sofas

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Sheepskin, Pine

Swedish Wooden Sofa in Dark Brown Pine by David Rosén & Nordiska Kompaniet 1940s
By David Rosén, NK (Nordiska Kompaniet)
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare Swedish early mid century wooden "Berga" sofa in dark brown stained pine by David Rosén for Nordiska Kompaniet produced, 1940s. In good vintage condition acquired from the origi...
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage NK (Nordiska Kompaniet) Sofas

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Pine

Vintage Scandinavian Modern Paradiset Sofa by Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist for NK
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet), Kerstin Horlin Holmquist
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This Paradiset sofa from the Triva collection was designed by Kerstin Hörlin-Holmqvist in 1958 and manufactured by Nordiska Kompaniet (NK) in Sweden. The characteristic Hörlin-Holmqv...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage NK (Nordiska Kompaniet) Sofas

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Velvet, Beech

Bertil Söderberg, Sofa, Fabric, Beech, Sweden, 1940s
By Bertil Söderberg 1, NK (Nordiska Kompaniet)
Located in High Point, NC
A stained beech and green fabric two-seater sofa or settee, designed by Bertil Söderberg and produced by Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden, 1940s. Seat Height (inches): 18” Arm Height (in...
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage NK (Nordiska Kompaniet) Sofas

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Fabric, Beech

Swedish Wooden "Skoga" Sofa in Pine by Axel Einar Hjorth Produced by NK, 1930s
By Axel Einar Hjorth, NK (Nordiska Kompaniet)
Located in Stockholm, SE
Very rare Swedish wooden sofa in pine by Axel Einar Hjorth produced by Nordiska Kompaniet, 1930s. In good original condition signed and numbered by NK. Dimensions: H: 85 cm / 33.45...
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1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage NK (Nordiska Kompaniet) Sofas

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Pine

Sculptural Bertil Söderberg Sofa, Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden, 1940s
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet), Bertil Söderberg 1
Located in The Hague, NL
This sculptural sofa was designed by Bertil Söderberg and produced by Nordiska Kompaniet in Sweden in the 1940s. The rare design is marked by the curv...
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage NK (Nordiska Kompaniet) Sofas

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Fabric, Upholstery, Beech

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...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern NK (Nordiska Kompaniet) Sofas

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Fabric, Beech

Mid-Century Modern Z Sofa / Settee by Bengt Ruda, Boucle, Swedish, 1960's
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet), Nordiska Kompaniet, Bengt Ruda
Located in Manhasset, NY
Mid-Century Modern Z sofa by Bengt Ruda for Nordiska Kompaniet, 1960's. Mid-Century 'Z' sofa from the Triva-series for Nordiska Kompaniet by Swedish artist and designer Bengt Rud...
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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage NK (Nordiska Kompaniet) Sofas

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Bouclé, Beech

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Pair of Bertil Söderberg Armchairs in Mahogany for Nordiska Kompaniet, 1940s
By Bertil Söderberg 1, Nordiska Kompaniet
Located in The Hague, NL
This rare pair of armchairs was designed by Bertil Söderberg and produced by Nordiska Kompaniet in Sweden in the 1940s. The elegant shape of the desig...
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Swedish Modern Set of 4 Armchairs in the Style of Axel Einar Hjorth, 1930s
By Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Odense, DK
Set of 4 sculptural armchairs made in beech. Made by a Swedish cabinetmaker. Strong references to Swedish architect Axel Einar Hjorth. Four matching seat pillows newly reupholstere...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern NK (Nordiska Kompaniet) Sofas

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Sofa 'Värend' by Carl Malmsten, Sweden, 1940s
By Carl Malmsten
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Sofa designed by Carl Malmsten in Sweden during the 1940s. Model 'Värend' with an elegant design made in elm.
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Sofa 'Värend' by Carl Malmsten, Sweden, 1940s
Sofa 'Värend' by Carl Malmsten, Sweden, 1940s
$9,512
H 29.14 in W 78.75 in D 29.93 in
Swedish Mid Century Sculptural Canapé Sofa in Velvet Produced in Sweden, 1940s
Located in Stockholm, SE
A very rare and beautiful early Swedish mid century modern sculptural shaped canapé three seater sofa in beige original velvet and matching beech feet by anonymous designer in Sweden...
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage NK (Nordiska Kompaniet) Sofas

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Curved Danish Sheepskin Sofa, 1940s
By Viggo Boesen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Beautiful sofa produced in Denmark, 1940s, designer unknown. Professionally reupholstered in high quality sheepskin.  
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage NK (Nordiska Kompaniet) Sofas

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Sheepskin

Curved Danish Sheepskin Sofa, 1940s
Curved Danish Sheepskin Sofa, 1940s
$14,272
H 27.56 in W 64.97 in D 33.47 in
Pair of "Lovö" Chairs by Axel Einar-Hjorth, 1930s
By Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare pair of low back 'Lovö' chairs by Axel-Einar Hjorth. Produced by Nordiska Kompaniet, 1930s. Very good condition, original cushions.
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1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage NK (Nordiska Kompaniet) Sofas

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Pine

Pair of "Lovö" Chairs by Axel Einar-Hjorth, 1930s
Pair of "Lovö" Chairs by Axel Einar-Hjorth, 1930s
$71,340 / set
H 31.5 in W 20.87 in D 19.69 in
Pair of "Lovö" Chairs by Axel Einar-Hjorth, 1930s
By Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare pair of low back 'Lovö' chairs by Axel-Einar Hjorth. Produced by Nordiska Kompaniet, 1930s. Very good condition, new cushions.
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Pine

Pair of "Lovö" Chairs by Axel Einar-Hjorth, 1930s
Pair of "Lovö" Chairs by Axel Einar-Hjorth, 1930s
$71,362 / set
H 31.5 in W 20.87 in D 19.69 in
1960s Swedish Vintage Teak Sofa by Bertil Fridhagen
By Bröderna Anderssons 1, Bertil Fridhagen
Located in London, GB
An absolutely stunning Swedish vintage teak sofa by Bertil Fridhagen. This was made in Sweden by Broderna Andersson in the 1960’s. The quality is outstanding, the solid teak frame h...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Teak Sofa by Bertil Fridhagen
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$4,451
H 29.14 in W 77.96 in D 30.71 in
Pair of Nordiska Kompaniet Stools/ Side Tables in Solid Pine, Sweden, 1940s
By Nordiska Kompaniet, David Rosén, Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in The Hague, NL
This rare pair of stools/side tables was produced by Nordiska Kompaniet in Sweden in the 1940s. Crafted from solid pine, the pieces have developed a beautiful natural patina over tim...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Teak Sofa by Bertil Fridhagen
By Bertil Fridhagen
Located in Sherborne, GB
'Aristokrat' sofa designed by Bertil Freidhagan and manufactured by Broderna Andersson. A classic design from the 1960s. The quality is outstanding, the solid teak frame has strong,...
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Teak

1960s Swedish Vintage Teak Sofa by Bertil Fridhagen
1960s Swedish Vintage Teak Sofa by Bertil Fridhagen
$4,998
H 29.14 in W 77.96 in D 29.14 in
Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist, Sofa, Wood, Fabric, Sweden, 1960
By Kerstin Horlin Holmquist
Located in High Point, NC
A wood and brown fabric sofa designed Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist and produced by Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden, c. 1970s. Light wear to wood legs consistent with age and use. Reupholst...
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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage NK (Nordiska Kompaniet) Sofas

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Axel Einar Hjorth "Lovö" Rocking Chair in Pine by Nordiska Kompaniet Sweden 1930
By Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Stockholm, SE
Very rare and early Swedish mid century modern wooden rocking chair model "Lovö" in stained pine by Axel Einar Hjorth produced by Nordiska Kompaniet, 1932. In good original condition...
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1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage NK (Nordiska Kompaniet) Sofas

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Previously Available Items
Midcentury Modern Kerstin Horlin Holmquist "Paradise" Sofa, Sweden, 1950s
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet), Kerstin Horlin Holmquist
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
This three-seat sofa with elegant and sensual forms was named “Paradis” and was a series designed by Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist for NK (Nordiska Kompaniet). Reupholstered with Swedish ...
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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage NK (Nordiska Kompaniet) Sofas

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Midcentury Modern Kerstin Horlin Holmquist "Paradise" Sofa, Sweden, 1950s
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet), Kerstin Horlin Holmquist
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
This three-seat sofa with elegant and sensual forms was named “Paradis” and was a series designed by Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist for NK (Nordiska Kompaniet). Reupholstered with Swedish ...
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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage NK (Nordiska Kompaniet) Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Paradise Sofa by Kerstin Horlin Holmquist for Nordiska Kompaniet
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet), Kerstin Horlin Holmquist
Located in San Francisco, CA
A tufted sofa from the Paradise collection by Kerstin Horlin-Holmquist for Nordiska Kompaniet with beech legs and upholstered in a brown sateen velvet with a twisted cord trim detail...
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern NK (Nordiska Kompaniet) Sofas

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Upholstery, Beech

Midcentury Kerstin Horlin Holmquist "Paradiset" Sofa, Sweden, 1950s
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet), Kerstin Horlin Holmquist
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
This two-seat sofa with elegant and sensual forms was named “Paradiset” and was a series designed by Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist for NK (Nordiska Kompaniet), 1958. Reupholstered with Sw...
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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage NK (Nordiska Kompaniet) Sofas

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Fabric

Axel Einar Hjorth, Pine Sofa "Utö", Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden, 1930s
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet), Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pine sofa, model "Utö", designed by Axel Einar Hjorth for Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden, 1930s.
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Mid-19th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Antique NK (Nordiska Kompaniet) Sofas

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Pine

Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist "Paradiset" Sofa by NK, 1960s
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet), Kerstin Horlin Holmquist
Located in Stockholm, SE
Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist sofa model Paradiset. Produced by Nordiska Kompaniet in Sweden, 1960s. Beech legs and velvet fabric.
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage NK (Nordiska Kompaniet) Sofas

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Beech

Sheepskin 3-Seat Sofa by Kerstin Hörlin-Holmqvist, Model "Paradiset"
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet), Kerstin Horlin Holmquist
Located in Karlstad, SE
Stunning 3-seat sofa model Paradiset by Kerstin Hörlin-Holmqvist, Sweden. The organic shapes are significant for this (female) designer's designs during this era. This model was des...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern NK (Nordiska Kompaniet) Sofas

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Midcentury Sofa in Boucle Designed by Elias Svedberg, 1950s Swedish Modern
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet), Elias Svedberg
Located in Lejre, DK
Sculptural sofa upholstered in bouclé. Designed by Elias Svedberg. Great condition. Made in Sweden, 1940s.
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage NK (Nordiska Kompaniet) Sofas

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Midcentury Sofa in Boucle Designed by Elias Svedberg, 1950s Swedish Modern
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet), Elias Svedberg
Located in Lejre, DK
Sofa with new bouclé. Designed by Elias Svedberg. Great condition. Made in Sweden 1940s.
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage NK (Nordiska Kompaniet) Sofas

Materials

Wool, Beech

Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist 'Stora Paradiset' Elegant Sofa
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet), Kerstin Horlin Holmquist
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Kerstin Horlin-Holmquist for Nordiska Kompaniet, 'Stora Paradiset' sofa, fabric and wood, Sweden, 1958. Elegant two-seat sofa by Swedish designer Kerstin Horlin-Holmquist. The bea...
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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage NK (Nordiska Kompaniet) Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Nk (nordiska Kompaniet) sofas for sale on 1stDibs.

NK (Nordiska Kompaniet) sofas are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of fabric and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of NK (Nordiska Kompaniet) sofas, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original sofas by NK (Nordiska Kompaniet) 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 sofas by O.H. Sjögren, Yngve Ekström, and Nordiska Kompaniet. Prices for NK (Nordiska Kompaniet) sofas can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $3,032 and can go as high as $14,900, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $6,902.

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