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.
Nordiska Kompaniet Side Chair, Swedish Modernism, 1959
By Nordiska Kompaniet
Located in Dronten, NL
A refined side chair by Nordiska Kompaniet (NK), the renowned Swedish manufacturer celebrated for its pivotal role in 20th-century Scandinavian design. Nordiska Kompaniet is best kn...
Bronze
Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist "Lilla Eva" Chair for Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden 1950s
By Kerstin Horlin Holmquist, Nordiska Kompaniet
Located in Utrecht, NL
This “Lilla Eva” model is from the timeless and iconic Paradise Collection, which was created by Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist during her time as a designer at Nordiska Kompaniet. The nam...
Upholstery, Wood
"Stora Kraal" Easy Chair by Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist, Sweden, 1950s
By Nordiska Kompaniet, Kerstin Horlin Holmquist
Located in Utrecht, NL
The "Stora Kraal" easy chair was originally designed by Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist in 1952, and was quickly incorporated into Nordiska Kompaniet’s famous Tri...
Metal
Nordiska Kompaniet 'Hytte' Armchair in Solid Pine, Swedish Modern, 1940s
By Nordiska Kompaniet, Axel Einar Hjorth, David Rosén
Located in The Hague, NL
This rare armchair was produced by the Swedish company Nordiska Kompaniet in the early 1940s. It belongs to the 'Hytte' series, which is documented in several NK catalogs and advertisements from the time. The Hytte series was a continuation of Axel Einar Hjorth's Sportstugemöbler ("sports cabin furnishings"), a collection of pinewood furniture designed for country homes. After Hjorth, designer David Rosén carried on this style, creating several series for Nordiska Kompaniet. Crafted entirely from pinewood, the chair features club-shaped, tapered legs connected by stretchers, a slatted and slightly curved backrest, and carved armrests. It is versatile and can be used as a desk chair or an elegant side chair. The chair remains in completely original condition, with a natural and even patina on the pinewood. It shows minor wear consistent with age and use. One of the four furniture...
Pine
Pair of "Little Eva" Chairs by Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist, Sweden 1950s
By Nordiska Kompaniet, Kerstin Horlin Holmquist
Located in Utrecht, NL
These “Lilla Eva” models are from the timeless and iconic Paradise Collection, which was created by Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist during her time as a designer at Nordiska Kompaniet. The ...
Upholstery, Wood
Nordiska Kompaniet Pine "Ekerö" Chairs, Sweden 1930s
By Nordiska Kompaniet
Located in Utrecht, NL
These “Ekerö” chairs are often compared to Axel Einar Hjorth’s Utö model, and not without a reason. These models are often mentioned together thanks to their material and visual rese...
Pine
$9,336 / set
H 32.29 in W 17.72 in D 17.72 in
Set of Swedish pine chairs by Bo Fjaestad for Arvika Konsthantverk, 1930s
By Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Rare scultptural chairs designed by Bo Fjaestad for Arvika Konsthantverk in Sweden during the 1930s. Made in pine with a great original patina.
Pine
$6,768
H 29.53 in W 24.81 in D 31.5 in
Handcrafted Swedish Folk Art Pine Lounge Chair 1930s - Reupholstered Sheepskin
By Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Stockholm, SE
A stunning rustic armchair, a so-called “Sportstuga” (summer cottage–style) piece, probably made in Sweden in the 1940s. The chair is crafted from veneered plywood with sturdy, well-...
Sheepskin, Pine
Swedish stump chair, 1940s
By Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pine stump chair. Produced in Sweden, 1940s. Good condition with signs of usage and patina.
Pine
1950s Sofa by Kerstin Horlin-Holmquist
By Kerstin Horlin Holmquist
Located in Turners Falls, MA
Sofa designed by Kerstin Horlin-Holmquist. Manufactured by Nordiska Kompaniet. Birch legs with vintage upholstery. 1958 Unmarked
Upholstery, Birch
Five Italian Side Chairs
Located in Albany, NY
Side chair from the 1930s with early example of plywood seat. Chairs can be sold separately. $1500.00 per chair.
Plywood
Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist
By Kerstin Horlin Holmquist
Located in New York, NY
Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist (Sweden, 1925-1997) Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist, a 'Lilla Eva' armchair, from the series 'Paradiset', Nordiska Kompaniet, mid 20th Century. This “Lilla Eva” mo...
Wood, Fabric, Beech
Pair of Swedish Period Rococo Carved-Wood Side Chairs, 18th Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Swedish pair of period Rococo carved-wood side chairs from the 18th century. This pair of antique chairs from Sweden feature shell motif carvings about the top rail crest and cente...
Upholstery, Wood
$5,835
H 31.5 in W 17.72 in D 15.95 in
Axel Einar Hjorth - Utö Dining Chair - produced by Nordiska Kompaniet in Sweden
By Axel Einar Hjorth, NK (Nordiska Kompaniet)
Located in Hasselt, VLI
Axel Einar Hjorth “Utö” Dining Chairs - price per piece (5pcs in total avaible). These chairs, part of the Utö expo designed by Hjorth and produced by Nordiska Kompaniet in Sweden. T...
Wood, Pine
$17,505
H 32.29 in W 20.48 in D 24.41 in
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...
Sheepskin, Pine
$14,985
H 38.59 in W 64.57 in D 27.56 in
Kerstin Horlin-Holmquist Garden of Eden / Lustgarden Chaise Longue Daybed, 1950s
By Kerstin Horlin Holmquist, Nordiska Kompaniet
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist Garden of Eden (Lustgarden) chaise longue or daybed. Produced by Nordiska Kompaniets, Sweden, 1958. Newly reupholstered in green velvet.
Fabric, Beech
$5,776
H 38.59 in W 28.35 in D 30.32 in
Kerstin Hörlin-Holmqvist "Stora Eva" Armchair by Nordiska Kompaniet Sweden 1950s
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet), Kerstin Horlin Holmquist
Located in Stockholm, SE
A rare Swedish and early mid century sculptural "Stora Eva" armchair with dark stained beech wooden legs with an original beige velvet fabric by Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist produced by ...
Velvet, Beech
Swedish Grace Bergère Chair, Nordiska Kompaniet
By Nordiska Kompaniet
Located in San Francisco, CA
A caned bergère chair produced by Nordiska Kompaniet in August 1924, retaining its original brass workshop plaque stamped "A·B·Nordiska Kompaniet / 26897-7 8 24" with an inked "F" ca...
Cane
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H 31.5 in W 20.87 in D 20.08 in
Pair of Axel Einar Hjorth "Lovö" Chairs for Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden 1930s
By Nordiska Kompaniet, Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Utrecht, NL
Swedish architect and furniture maker Axel Einar Hjorth worked as the lead designer for Sweden’s Nordiska Kompaniet department store from 1926 to 1938. During this time, Hjorth desig...
Fabric, Pine
"Stora Kraal" Rattan Lounge chair by Kerstin Hörlin Holmquist
By Kerstin Horlin Holmquist, Nordiska Kompaniet
Located in New York, NY
The iconic rattan lounge chair "Stora Kraal" designed by Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist for Nordiska Kompaniet. Designed and produced in the 1950's it is a great example of Hörlin-Holmquis...
Metal
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H 37.8 in W 15.75 in D 18.9 in
Axel Einar HjorthLovö Chair in Pine, Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden 1930s
By Nordiska Kompaniet, Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in London, GB
Axel Einar Hjorth (1888–1959) was a major contributor to the burgeoning Swedish design culture that was recognised internationally in the 1920s and effectively introduced the country...
Pine
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H 37.8 in W 15.75 in D 18.9 in
Axel Einar Hjorth, Set of Two Pine Lovö Chairs, Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden
By Nordiska Kompaniet, Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in London, GB
Axel Einar Hjorth (1888–1959) was a major contributor to the burgeoning Swedish design culture that was recognised internationally in the 1920s and effectively introduced the country...
Pine
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H 35.83 in W 22.84 in D 23.23 in
Set of Two Roland Arm Chairs and Six 'Roland' Side Chairs by Nordiska Kompaniet
By Elias Svedberg, Nordiska Kompaniet, Finn Juhl
Located in Dronten, NL
Elegant set of Nordiska Kompaniet "Roland" dining chairs, consisting of 6 side chairs and 2 armchairs, attributed to Elias Svedberg. The model introduced in 1938, this example execut...
Fabric, Mahogany
Pair of Axel Einar Hjorth "Lovo" Chairs
By Axel Einar Hjorth, Nordiska Kompaniet
Located in Long Island City, NY
A pair of Axel Einar Hjorth "Lovo" chairs by Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden, circa 1932. Stained pine with iron rivets. One chair with some trace of repair. Overall good vintage condit...
Pine
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H 36.6 in W 18.9 in D 20 in
Set of 2 Pine Chairs Axel Einar Hjorth "Lovö" Chair by Nordiska Kompaniet, 1930s
By Nordiska Kompaniet, Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Long Island City, NY
Set of 2 "Lovö" chairs designed by Axel Einar Hjorth for Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden, circa 1930s. Solid oiled pine with metal rivets. Very good vintage condition, no structure adjust...
Pine
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H 37.8 in W 15.75 in D 18.9 in
Axel Einar Hjorth, Set of Four Pine Lovö Chairs, Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden
By Axel Einar Hjorth, Nordiska Kompaniet
Located in London, GB
Axel Einar Hjorth (1888-1959) was major contributor to the burgeoning Swedish design culture that was recognised internationally in the 1920s. He effectively introduced Swedish decor...
Pine
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H 31.5 in W 18.12 in D 17.52 in
Set of Swedish Pine Wood Chairs, 'Uto' by Axel Einar Hjorth, 1930
By Axel Einar Hjorth, Nordiska Kompaniet
Located in Berlin, DE
This set of 6 beautiful "Uto" chairs by Swedish mid century designer and architect Axel Einar Hjorth is made of solid pine wood, very smooth surface.
Pine
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H 31.5 in W 18.12 in D 17.52 in
Set of Swedish Pine Wood Chairs, 'Uto' by Axel Einar Hjorth, 1930
By Nordiska Kompaniet, Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Berlin, DE
This set of 6 beautiful "Uto" chairs by Swedish mid century designer and architect Axel Einar Hjorth is made of solid pine wood, very smooth surface.
Pine
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H 38.19 in W 21.66 in D 20.48 in
Steel Armchair "Stål" by Axel Einar Hjorth for Nordiska Kompaniet, 1930
By Nordiska Kompaniet, Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Striking lounge chair by Axel Einar Hjorth, designed in 1930. Strict, sleek form made in steel, with upholstered seat, wooden armrests and green lacquered back detail. Literature:...
Steel
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H 31.5 in W 18.12 in L 31.5 in
Set of Six Utö Chairs by Axel Einar Hjorth in Pine for Nordiska Kompaniet, 1930s
By Axel Einar Hjorth, Nordiska Kompaniet
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare set of six chairs in original condition designed by Axel Einar Hjorth for Nordiska Kompaniet Stockholm during the 1930s. All chairs are in great condition and stable. Showing be...
Pine