O.H. Sjögren Furniture
Swedish
From its humble beginnings as a saddlery more than 100 years ago, O.H. Sjögren has grown into one of Sweden’s largest upholstered furniture manufacturers and a leading contributor to Scandinavian modern style in the 20th and 21st centuries.
O.H. Sjögren was founded in 1902 by Oskar Herbert Sjögren, then a 25-year-old saddlemaker and journeyman, who took over a saddlery in Tranås, Sweden. By 1914, at the onset of World War I, Sjögren’s business had grown as supplies such as pack saddles and life belts were in high demand for Sweden’s military. In 1917, with the war in Europe still ongoing, O.H. Sjögren began a collaboration with the neighboring company Tranås Vagnfabrik to upholster seats for horse-drawn carriages. However, with the carriage market in decline by the 1930s, O.H. Sjögren shifted its operations to furniture upholstery.
From 1936 to 1973, O.H. Sjögren was helmed by Oskar’s sons, Ollie and Gustaf, who were determined to produce impeccable Scandinavian furniture. The manufacturer soon gained its largest and most important client, NK (Nordiska Kompaniet) in Stockholm, followed by renowned Swedish designer Carl Malmsten in 1956.
Malmsten’s partnership with O.H. Sjögren throughout the 1950s and 1960s was a great success. Together, the designer and manufacturer produced a wide variety of mid-century modern seating, such as the plush, classic Samsas sofa, the Lata Greven (Lazy Countess) lounge chair and the popular Farmor armchair.
In 1973, Ollie’s son Erik became head of O.H. Sjögren and attracted several major design brands, including Svenskt Tenn. Although the Swedish furniture industry was threatened by cheaper, imported, mass-produced furniture from elsewhere in Europe and Asia during the 1980s and 1990s, O.H. Sjögren endured in its success due to its reputation for high quality and formidable designs.
Since 2005, O.H. Sjögren has been run by its fourth generation from the Sjögren family — Oskar’s great-grandsons Håkan and Jakob. The company continues to produce many of Malmsten’s most popular seating, as well as Svenskt Tenn’s classic designs.
On 1stDibs, find a range of vintage O.H. Sjögren seating.
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Creator: O.H. Sjögren
20th Century Swedish OH Sjögren Beech Samsas Two Seater Sofa by Carl Malmsten
By Carl Malmsten, O.H. Sjögren
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Carl Malmsten was a famous Swedish furniture designer, architect, and educator born in 1888, in Sweden and passed away in 1972. He collaborated with Gunnar Asplund and Uno Ahren. Malmsten has a lasting influence on Swedish design through the two schools which he founded, the Carl Malmsten furniture studies. In 1945, Malmsten was honored for a design with an inaugural Prince Eugen Medal in Sweden.
O.H. Sjögren is one of the oldest Swedish furniture companies which is run by the fourth generation. The company was originally founded in circa 1870 by C. Rosén in Tranås, Sweden. In 1902, the Swedish manufacturer ( known today as O.H. Sjögren ) was taken over by Oskar Herbert Sjögren. In the early times, they were producing harnesses, saddles, etc. for horses. Later on, in the 1930’s, when the sons of Sjögren, Gustav and Olle Sjögren...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern O.H. Sjögren Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Cotton, Upholstery, Beech
Scandinavian Modern by Carl Malmsten ”Lata Greven” Pair of Chairs
By O.H. Sjögren, Carl Malmsten
Located in Kramfors, SE
Scandinavian modern “Lata Greven” chairs designed by Carl Malmsten around 1953. This particular pair is likely made during the later years of the 1900s. Produced by O.H Sjögren. The ...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern O.H. Sjögren Furniture
Materials
Birch, Wool
20th Century Swedish Pair of Grandma O.H. Sjögren Armchairs by Carl Malmsten
By O.H. Sjögren, Carl Malmsten
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A vintage Mid-Century Modern Swedish armchair with a small ottoman, footrest made of hand crafted Birchwood, designed by Carl Malmsten and produced by O.H. Sjögren in good condition....
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern O.H. Sjögren Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Cotton, Upholstery, Birch
Scandinavian Modern Samsas Sofa by Carl Malmsten
By Carl Malmsten, O.H. Sjögren
Located in Madrid, ES
Elegant three seat "Samsas" sofa by Carl Malmsten manufactured by O.H Sjögren in Sweden during the 1960s. The sofa was originally designed by Malmsten in ...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern O.H. Sjögren Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Beech, Upholstery
Swedish Sofa, 1950's, Carl Malmsten, Samsas, Reupholstered
By Carl Malmsten, O.H. Sjögren
Located in London, GB
An original 1960s Samsas sofa by renowned Swedish designer Carl Malmsten for OH Sjogren. This sofa has been completely refurbished, reupholstered with new foam and covered in luxurio...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern O.H. Sjögren Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Wool, Beech, Birch
20th Century Swedish OH Sjögren Nest, Beechwood Lounge Chair by Carl Malmsten
By Carl Malmsten, AB Stilarmatur Tranås, O.H. Sjögren
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A dark-brown, vintage Mid-Century Modern Swedish nest, reading lounge chair made of hand crafted polished Beechwood, designed by Carl Malmsten, produced by O.H. Sjögren and AB Stilarmatur Tranås in good condition. The seat backrest of the small Scandinavian center chair is slightly inclined with arched armrests, composed with a detachable seat cushion, standing on four short wooden feet. Manufacturer label at the bottom. Newly upholstered in a white bouclé fabric. Wear consistent with age and use. Circa 1960 - 1980, Sweden, Scandinavia.
Measures: Seat: 19" H x 30" W x 23" D
Carl Malmsten was a famous Swedish furniture designer, architect, and educator born in 1888, in Sweden and passed away in 1972. He collaborated with Gunnar Asplund and Uno Ahren. Malmsten has a lasting influence on Swedish design through the two schools which he founded, the Carl Malmsten furniture studies. In 1945, Malmsten was honored for a design with an inaugural Prince Eugen Medal in Sweden.
O.H. Sjögren is one of the oldest Swedish furniture companies which is run by the fourth generation. The company was originally founded in circa 1870 by C. Rosén in Tranås, Sweden. In 1902, the Swedish manufacturer ( known today as O.H. Sjögren ) was taken over by Oskar Herbert Sjögren. In the early times, they were producing harnesses, saddles, etc. for horses. Later on, in the 1930’s, when the sons of Sjögren, Gustav and Olle Sjögren...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern O.H. Sjögren Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Bouclé, Upholstery, Beech
Carl Malmsten for O. H. Sjögren Lounge Chairs Model ‘Farmor’
By Carl Malmsten, O.H. Sjögren
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Carl Malmsten for O. H. Sjögren, lounge chairs model ‘Farmor’, fabric wood, Sweden, design 1956
Swedish furniture designer Carl Malmsten cooperated in the 1950s with small Swedish c...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage O.H. Sjögren Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Carl Malmsten "Samspel" Armchairs for O. H. Sjögren, Sweden, 1950s
By Carl Malmsten, O.H. Sjögren
Located in Utrecht, NL
The stylish midcentury curves that define Carl Malmsten’s aesthetic are just as recognizable today as they were 70 years ago. The Swedish designer devoted his life to the renewal of ...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage O.H. Sjögren Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Oak and Cane Weave Dining Chairs by Carl Malmsten, Swedish Modern, 1950s
By Carl Malmsten, O.H. Sjögren
Located in Hägersten, SE
Dining chairs model "Jöns" designed by Carl Malmsten. Produced in Sweden by O. H. Sjögren during the 1950s. Very light but sturdy frame of solid oak with woven cane seats. The seats have been repaired and the new cane strands have been colored to blend in with the original weave. Very good vintage condition with light age related patina.
Carl Malmsten, an iconic figure in the realm of Swedish furniture design, has left an indelible mark on the world of interior aesthetics. Renowned for his exquisite creations, Malmsten's legacy continues to resonate as his designs have become cherished modern classics.
Among his notable works are the famed cane chair "Lilla Åland...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage O.H. Sjögren Furniture
Materials
Cane, Oak
Carl Malmsten Upholstered Armchairs for O.H. Sjögren, Sweden, 1960s
By Carl Malmsten, O.H. Sjögren
Located in Utrecht, NL
Carl Malmsten devoted his life to the renewal of traditional Swedish craftsmanship, inspired by Swedish country manors and rustic styles. In this spirit, his armchairs are regarded t...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage O.H. Sjögren Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Carl Malmsten for O.H. Sjögren 'Our Lady' Lounge Chair in Teak
By O.H. Sjögren, Carl Malmsten
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Carl Malmsten for O.H. Sjögren, 'Our Lady' easy chair, teak, fabric, Sweden, 1950s.
Very interesting Swedish lounge chair by Carl Malmsten in a yellow fabric with tufted back. The ...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage O.H. Sjögren Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Carl Malmsten for O.H. Sjögren 'Our Lady' Lounge Chair in Teak
By O.H. Sjögren, Carl Malmsten
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Carl Malmsten for O.H. Sjögren, 'Our Lady' easy chair, teak, fabric, Sweden, 1950s.
Very interesting Swedish lounge chair by Carl Malmsten in off-white fabric with tufted back. The...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage O.H. Sjögren Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Carl Mamsten Samsas Sofa, circa 1923
By O.H. Sjögren, Carl Malmsten
Located in London, GB
First designed in 1923 for the Stockholm Concert Hall. Produced by O.H. Sjogren, Sweden. Reupholstered in Melton wool fabric from Abraham Moon. Oiled beech legs.
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1920s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage O.H. Sjögren Furniture
Materials
Wool, Beech
Carl Malmsten “Visingsö” Armchairs for O. H. Sjögren, Sweden 1940s
By O.H. Sjögren, Carl Malmsten
Located in Utrecht, NL
The famous “Visingsö” series demonstrates Carl Malmsten’s fine sense of proportion, line tension and balance between the surfaces, and how skilfully he carried in the heritage of tra...
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage O.H. Sjögren Furniture
Materials
Bouclé, Wood, Fabric
Carl Malmsten "Samsas" Sofa for O.H. Sjögren, Sweden 1960s
By O.H. Sjögren, Carl Malmsten
Located in Utrecht, NL
“Samsas” is for many the most associated series with Carl Malmsten. The designer devoted his life to the renewal of traditional Swedish craftsmanship, inspired by Swedish country man...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage O.H. Sjögren Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Olle Sjögren, Lounge Chair, Fabric, Wood, Sweden, 1940s
By O.H. Sjögren
Located in High Point, NC
A floral-printed fabric and wood lounge chair, designed by Olle Sjögren and produced by O.H. Sjögren, Sweden, 1940s.
15” seat height
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage O.H. Sjögren Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Carl Malmsten Samsas White Bouclé Swedish Modern Armchairs
By Carl Malmsten, O.H. Sjögren
Located in Kramfors, SE
Carl Malmsten Samsas armchairs for O.H. Sjögren from the mid 20th century. The chairs are a Swedish modern classic and the Samsas series is today recognised as the most characteristi...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern O.H. Sjögren Furniture
Materials
Bouclé, Wood
Carl Malmsten 1950s Lounge Chair Model Samsas for O.H. Sjögren
By O.H. Sjögren, Carl Malmsten
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Beautiful midcentury lounge chair model Samsas (meaning "together" in Swedish) designed by Swedish design icon, Carl Malmsten in 1955, for O.H. Sjögren, Sweden. Malmsten's work is in...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage O.H. Sjögren Furniture
Materials
Wool, Teak
Carl Malmsten 'Husmor' Pink Lounge Chair
By O.H. Sjögren, Carl Malmsten
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage 'Husmor' pink lounge chair designed by Carl Malmsten for O.H. Sjögren. In good condition with wood in original condition showing visible sign...
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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage O.H. Sjögren Furniture
Materials
Upholstery
Carl Malmsten "Åldermannen" Winged Armchair for O.H. Sjögren, Sweden 1950s
By O.H. Sjögren, Carl Malmsten
Located in Utrecht, NL
Carl Malmsten’s life's work spans nearly sixty intense years and his legacy is considered a national treasure in Sweden. He created a number of furniture classics including this rare...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage O.H. Sjögren Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Carl Malmsten "Åldermannen" Winged Armchairs for O.H. Sjögren, Sweden, 1950s
By Carl Malmsten, O.H. Sjögren
Located in Utrecht, NL
Carl Malmsten’s life's work spans nearly sixty intense years and his legacy is considered a national treasure in Sweden. He created a number of furniture classics including these rar...
Category
1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage O.H. Sjögren Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Midcentury Modern Sheepskin/Shearling Carl Malmsten "Lata Greven" Lounge Chairs
By Carl Malmsten, O.H. Sjögren
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
This model” Lata Greven" (Lazy countess) lounge chair designed by Carl Malmsten in 1953 and manufactured during that time. These two chairs have been fully...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage O.H. Sjögren Furniture
Materials
Sheepskin, Birch
Scandinavian Midcentury Carl Malmsten Boucle "Samsas" Sofa, Sweden, 1960s
By O.H. Sjögren, Carl Malmsten
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
This mid century icon sofa was designed by Carl Malmsten and this one was produced by O.H Sjögren. The sofa has a have new high quality off white boucle fabric and reupholstered by o...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage O.H. Sjögren Furniture
Materials
Fabric
1960s "Samsas rund" Sofa by Carl Malmsten
By O.H. Sjögren, Carl Malmsten
Located in Madrid, ES
Sofa "Samsas rund" by Carl Malmsten in beech and upholstery for O.H. Sjögren, Sweden, 1960s. This design is based on the ''Konzert Armchair'', first designed in 1923 by Carl Malmsten...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern O.H. Sjögren Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
“Farmor” Armchairs by Carl Malmsten for O.H. Sjögren, Sweden, 1956
By O.H. Sjögren, Carl Malmsten
Located in Utrecht, NL
In the mid-1950s, Carl Malmsten awarded ten small furniture companies, mainly in Småland, the honour of making a series of some of his products. Among the first pieces was Farmor, wh...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage O.H. Sjögren Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Wood
“Farmor” Armchair by Carl Malmsten for O.H. Sjögren, Sweden, 1956
By O.H. Sjögren, Carl Malmsten
Located in Utrecht, NL
In the mid-1950s, Carl Malmsten awarded ten small furniture companies, mainly in Småland, the honour of making a series of some of his products. Among the first pieces was Farmor, wh...
Category
1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage O.H. Sjögren Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Carl Malmsten for O.H. Sjögren Pair of 'Our Lady' Lounge Chairs in Teak
By O.H. Sjögren, Carl Malmsten
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Carl Malmsten for O.H. Sjögren, 'Our Lady' pair of lounge chairs, teak, fabric, Sweden, 1950s.
Very interesting pair of Swedish lounge chairs by Carl Malmsten in white and off-whit...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage O.H. Sjögren Furniture
Materials
Teak
Midcentury Carl Malmsten "Samsas" Sofa, Sweden, 1960s
By O.H. Sjögren, Carl Malmsten
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
This midcentury icon sofa was designed by Carl Malmsten and this one was produced by O.H Sjögren. The sofa have a have new fabric and rehopulstred by proffesinol with original Malmst...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage O.H. Sjögren Furniture
Materials
Fabric
Midcentury Rare Carl Malmsten Velvet "Samsas" Sofa Sweden, 1960s
By Carl Malmsten, O.H. Sjögren
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
This midcentury icon sofa was designed by Carl Malmsten and this one was produced by O.H Sjögren. The sofa has a rare fabric in shifting red/pink velvet.
It’s in very good vintage c...
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1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage O.H. Sjögren Furniture
Materials
Velvet
Two-Seat Sofa in New Grey Wool Upholstery Named 'Samas' by Carl Malmsten
By O.H. Sjögren, Carl Malmsten
Located in Little Burstead, Essex
A beautifully reupholstered quality grey wool two-seat sofa by Carl Malmsten for O.H. Sjogren of Sweden.
A Classic comfortable scandy cool sofa.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern O.H. Sjögren Furniture
Pair Carl Malmsten 1950s Lounge Chairs Model Samsas for O.H. Sjögren
By Carl Malmsten, O.H. Sjögren
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Beautiful midcentury lounge chairs model Samsas (meaning "together" in Swedish) designed by Swedish design icon, Carl Malmsten in 1955, for O.H. Sjögren, Sweden. Malmsten's work is i...
Category
1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage O.H. Sjögren Furniture
Materials
Wool, Teak
Swedish 1950's, Lounge Chairs, Carl Malmsten, Patronen, Boucle Reupholstered
By Carl Malmsten, O.H. Sjögren
Located in London, GB
Rare to market original Patronen chairs by renowned Swedish designer Carl Malmsten for OH Sjogren, circa 1950's. These chairs have been completely refurbished and reupholstered with ...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern O.H. Sjögren Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Wool, Beech, Birch
O.h. Sjögren furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
O.H. Sjögren 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 O.H. Sjögren furniture, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original furniture by O.H. Sjögren were created in the Scandinavian Modern style in scandinavia during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider furniture by David Rosén, Goran Malmvall, and Karl-Erik Ekselius. Prices for O.H. Sjögren furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at £1,660 and can go as high as £11,212, while a piece like these, on average, fetch £5,124.