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.
Elegant Three-Seat Sofa by Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist, Sweden, 1958
By Kerstin Horlin Holmquist, Nordiska Kompaniet
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Elegant, feminine three-seat sofa from the “Paradis” series by Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist for NK (Nordiska Kompaniet). Reupholstered with an off-white wool Hallingdal fabric.
Fabric, Wood
Sofa in Pine and Bouclé Attributed to Axel Einar Hjorth, 1930s
By Axel Einar Hjorth, Nordiska Kompaniet
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Sofa in Pine and Bouclé Attributed to Axel Einar Hjorth, 1930s Additional Information: Material: Pine and bouclé Style: Mid Century, Scandinavian Sofa Produced by Nordiska Kompaniet...
Bouclé, Pine
Kerstin Horlin-Holmquist Paradise Sofa
By Kerstin Horlin Holmquist, Nordiska Kompaniet
Located in San Francisco, CA
Kerstin Horlin-Holmquist design sofa for her Paradise collection by Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden. Elegant lines combined with high quality construction make for a pretty and comfortabl...
Upholstery, Birch
Mid-Century Modern Z Sofa / Settee by Bengt Ruda, Boucle, Swedish, 1960's
By Bengt Ruda, Nordiska Kompaniet, NK (Nordiska Kompaniet)
Located in Stamford, CT
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...
Bouclé, Beech
$18,480
H 31.5 in W 64.18 in D 35.44 in
Sofa MP-163, by Percival Lafer, Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Design
By Percival Lafer
Located in Lapa de Baixo, SP
Crafted by the renowned master Percival Lafer in 1970, this exceptional piece of furniture boasts a striking and comfortable design. Its clean lines and unique details, such as elega...
Steel
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.
Pine
$3,528
H 33.47 in W 72.05 in D 32.29 in
Paradise Sofa with Orange Fabric Upholstery by Kerstin Hörlin-Holmqvist
By Kerstin Horlin Holmquist, NK (Nordiska Kompaniet)
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...
Fabric, Beech
"Lilla Eva" Chair by Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist, Sweden 1950s
By Kerstin Horlin Holmquist, NK (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...
Fabric, Wood
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.
Pine
$17,702
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
Mid-Century Modern Peter Hvidt Style Sofa
By Peter Hvidt
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This unique midcentury sofa features stylish curved armrests, original studded upholstery, and a unique finish. Please confirm item location (NY or ...
Upholstery
$4,185
H 28.94 in W 28.75 in D 28.75 in
Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist "Little Adam" Armchair, Sweden, 1950s
By Kerstin Horlin Holmquist, Nordiska Kompaniet
Located in Utrecht, NL
The “Little Adam” chair model is from the timeless and iconic Paradise Collection from the Triva Series, which was created in 1958 by Kerstin Hörlin-...
Fabric, Wood
$5,900
H 31.5 in W 18.12 in D 17.33 in
Axel Einar Hjorth “Utö” Solid Pine Chair for Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden, 1930s
By Axel Einar Hjorth, NK (Nordiska Kompaniet)
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
An “Utö” chair designed by Axel Einar Hjorth for Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden, during the 1930s. Made from solid pine with a rich patina and visible wood grain. The chair features a s...
Pine
$4,714
H 33.86 in W 68.9 in D 27.56 in
Mid-Century Scandinavian Modern Paradiset Sofa by Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist
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-Holmq...
Fabric, Beech
Classic Mid Century Modern Scandinavian Sofa
Located in Dronten, NL
Classic compact Danish 1940s sofa in original dark grey/brown upholstery. One-off piece made in the high end old school way with straps and horsehair interior that is made to last fo...
Fabric, Wood
Pair of "Utö" Chairs by Axel-Einar Hjorth, 1930s
By Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pair of Utö/Uto pine chair by Axel-Einar Hjorth, Sweden, circa 1930s. Produced by Nordiska Kompaniet.
Pine
Sold
H 31.5 in W 68.51 in D 31.89 in
Midcentury two-seater sofa for Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden. Pair available.
By Nordiska Kompaniet
Located in London, GB
Carefully tailored, this pair of midcentury sofas embody the restrained elegance of Scandinavian modernism. Designed for Nordiska Kompaniet in the mid-20th century, the pieces’ ratio...
Upholstery
Sold
H 31.5 in W 68.51 in D 31.89 in
Pair of Midcentury two-seater sofas for Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden
By Nordiska Kompaniet
Located in London, GB
Carefully tailored, this pair of midcentury sofas embody the restrained elegance of Scandinavian modernism. Designed for Nordiska Kompaniet in the mid-20th century, the pieces’ ratio...
Upholstery
Sold
H 36.62 in W 74.81 in D 33.86 in
Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist 'Holmqvist' Paradiset Sofa, Sweden, 1964
By Kerstin Horlin Holmquist, Nordiska Kompaniet
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Kerstin Horlin Holmquist is a Swedish designer. This sofa was made for Nordiska Kompaniet in the 1950's. This was part of her Paradise design. This is the larger version. It features...
Lambskin, Teak
Sold
H 34.26 in W 72.05 in D 31.5 in
Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist 'Holmqvist' Paradiset Sofa, Sweden, 1964
By Kerstin Horlin Holmquist, Nordiska Kompaniet
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
A lovely Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist (Holmquist) Paradiset sofa for Nordiska Kompaniet (NK), Sweden. One owner since it was bought new in 1964. Original green velvet fabric. In good vin...
Fabric, Beech
Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist Paradise Sofa Nordiska Kompaniet, 1958
By Kerstin Horlin Holmquist, Nordiska Kompaniet
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Stunning paradise sofa designed by Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist for Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden, 1958. This sofa has very nice typical for that time organic shapes, and curved organic legs...
Upholstery, Beech
Kerstin Horlin-Holmquist "Paradise Sofa" in Mohair 1960s
By Kerstin Horlin Holmquist, Nordiska Kompaniet
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
"Paradise Sofa" with birch legs by Kerstin Horlin-Holmquist for Nordiska Kompaniets, Sweden, 1960. Reupholstered in luxurious mohair. This is a beautiful sofa.
Mohair, Foam, Birch
"Paradiset" Sofa by Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist, Sweden 1950s
By Kerstin Horlin Holmquist, Nordiska Kompaniet
Located in New York, NY
"Paradiset" three-seat sofa designed by Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist for Nordiska Kompagniet, NK, Sweden boasts an elegant and organic line, a strong feature of Swedish modern design. Wh...
Fabric, Beech
"Paradiset" Sofa by Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist, Sweden, 1950s
By Kerstin Horlin Holmquist, Nordiska Kompaniet
Located in New York, NY
"Paradiset" three-seat sofa designed by Kerstin Horlin-Holmquist for Nordiska Kompagniet, NK, Sweden boasts an elegant and organic line, a strong feature of Swedish modern design. Wh...
Fabric, Beech
Sold
H 33.47 in W 70.87 in L 33.47 in
Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist, Curved Sofa for Nordiska Kompaniet, 1958
By Kerstin Horlin Holmquist, Nordiska Kompaniet
Located in Paris, FR
Beautiful "Paradiset" sofa designed by Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist in 1958 and manufactured by Nordiska Kompaniet for the Triva collection. Triva was developed by Elias Svedberg and hi...
Fabric, Upholstery, Beech
Kersten Holmquist for Nordiska Kompaniet Paradiset Sofa
By Kerstin Horlin Holmquist, Nordiska Kompaniet
Located in London, GB
This is the larger three-seat version of the Paradiset sofa. The beautifully tapered legs compliment the curves of the sofa beautifully. The soft lines of the piece give it a soft fe...
Upholstery
Sofa by Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist
By Kerstin Horlin Holmquist, Nordiska Kompaniet
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Extremely rare three-seat “Stora Familjen” (“Big Family”) sofa by Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist for NK (Nordiska Kompaniet). Beech legs and original linen upholstery in very good condition.
Linen, Beech
"Paradiset" Sofa by Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist, Sweden
By Kerstin Horlin Holmquist, Nordiska Kompaniet
Located in New York, NY
"Paradiset" three-seat sofa designed by Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist for Nordiska Kompagniet, NK, Sweden boasts an elegant and organic line, a strong feature of Swedish modern design. Wh...
Beech, Fabric