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.
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 ...
Birch, Wool
$2,850 / set
H 32.68 in W 18.31 in D 17.33 in
Swedish Grace Side Chairs by Carl Malmsten, SMF Bodafors, 1920s
By SMF Svenska Möbelfabriken Bodafors, Carl Malmsten
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Very elegant pair of Swedish Grace side chairs by Carl Malmsten, made from stained birch. Nicely executed with a curved backs and legs that form a refined silhouette. Contrasting cro...
Wool, Birch
$8,022
H 33.86 in W 70.87 in D 26.78 in
Midcentury Modern 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 good vintage conditi...
Velvet, Birch
Farmor Lounge Chair by Carl Malmsten for O.H. Sjogren
By Carl Malmsten, O.H. Sjögren
Located in Rīga, LV
Fully restored “Farmor” Armchairs by Carl Malmsten for O.H. Sjögren: new upholstery in Zimmer+Rohde fabric, wood legs are refinished, new lacquer. The head pillow is new (made by ori...
Fabric, Wood
1950’s Lounge Chair By Carl Malmsten
By Carl Malmsten
Located in Turners Falls, MA
1950’s lounge chair designed by renowned Swedish designer Carl Malmsten. Beautiful organic design. Beech legs. Vintage upholstery. Produced by AB Record
Beech
Swedish Modern Samspel Sofa by Carl Malmsten 1950's
By O.H. Sjögren, Carl Malmsten
Located in Uccle, BE
This Samspel 2 seaters sofa has been reupholstered in a cotton blend-Villa Nova Bari fabric parchment color. This “Samspel” or Interplay sofa was created by Carl Malmsten, one of Sw...
Cotton, Beech
Carl Malmsten 'Redet' Lounge Chair
By Carl Malmsten
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Carl Malmsten, ‘Redet’ lounge chair, stained mahogany, reupholstered in Métaphores “Eden Citrine” fabric, Sweden, design 1936, production 1937. Crafted in 1937, the 'Redet' easy cha...
Fabric, Mahogany
$4,927 / set
H 18.12 in W 19.69 in D 17.72 in
Set of Swedish Modern dining chairs model "Pyramid" designed by Carl Malmsten.
By Carl Malmsten
Located in Hägersten, SE
Set of five dining chairs model "Pyramid" designed by Carl malmsten. Made in Sweden by Åfors möbelfabrik during the 1940-50s. Made from solid mahogny and linen fabric in light blue c...
Linen, Mahogany
$8,160 / set
H 28.15 in W 27.96 in D 27.96 in
Pair of “New Berlin” Easy Chairs by Carl Malmsten, Sweden 20th Century
By Carl Malmsten, O.H. Sjögren
Located in Utrecht, NL
These “New Berlin” chairs are among Swedish icon Carl Malmsten’s rarer models. The dark wood, the beautiful upholstery and timeless, clean design makes the “New Berlin” model a beaut...
Fabric, Wood
$18,000 / set
H 40.56 in W 29.93 in D 33.47 in
Carl Malmsten Pair of 'Farmor' Armchairs in Honey Sheepskin, 1950s
By Carl Malmsten, O.H. Sjögren
Located in Prague, New Town
Pair of 'Farmor' armchairs, designed by Carl Malmsten in 1956. Produced by O.H. Sjögren in Sweden, 1950s. Recently reupholstered in honey sheepskin. Dimensions: Height: 103 cm / 40....
Sheepskin, Wood
$8,200 / set
H 39.5 in W 18.5 in D 17 in
Mid-Century Modern Dining Chairs by Carl Malmsten, Birchwood, 1950
By Carl Malmsten
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A vintage Mid-Century Modern Swedish pair of dining chairs made of hand crafted Birchwood, designed by Carl Malmsten and produced by Möbel Komponerad AV in good condition. The Scandi...
Brass
$4,665
H 28.75 in W 27.56 in D 27.56 in
Carl Malmsten "Lillasyster" Easy Chair for OH Sjögren, Sweden 20th Century
By Carl Malmsten, O.H. Sjögren
Located in Utrecht, NL
Carl Malmsten’s “Lillasyster” (little sister) easy chair is a stunning representation of the Swedish designer’s craftsmanship and creativity. “Neither light, nor eyes, nor people lik...
Fabric, Wood
$14,000 / set
H 30.5 in W 27 in D 28 in
Pair of Mahogany Lounge Chairs by Carl Malmsten, Sweden, 1950s
By Carl Malmsten
Located in Long Island City, NY
A handsome pair of “Erik Gustav/Jonas Love” chairs by Carl Malmsten, produced by his own studio. The barrel back opens generously, and the mahogany frame subtly flares where the arms...
Upholstery, Mahogany
Scandinavian Modern Carl Malmsten ”Lata Greven” Chair
By Carl Malmsten, O.H. Sjögren
Located in Kramfors, SE
Scandinavian modern “Lata Greven” chair designed by Carl Malmsten during the Mid-20th Century, around 1953. Produced by O.H Sjögren. The name translates to...
Birch
Sold
H 29.93 in W 20.48 in D 27.96 in
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...
Sheepskin, Birch
Scandinavian Modern Carl Malmsten ”Lata Greven” Chair
By Carl Malmsten, O.H. Sjögren
Located in Kramfors, SE
Scandinavian modern ”Lata Greven” chair designed by Carl Malmsten during the mid 20th century, 1953. Produced by O.H Sjögren. The name translates to the ”l...
Birch
Sold
H 39.5 in W 29 in D 25 in
20th Century Swedish Sjögren Pair of Farmor Easy Chairs by Carl Malmsten
By O.H. Sjögren, Carl Malmsten
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A vintage Mid-Century Modern Swedish pair of two Farmor easy chairs designed by Carl Malmsten and produced by AB O.H. Sjögren, in good condition. The tall back rest of the side chair...
Fabric, Birch
Sold
H 33 in W 27.5 in D 25.5 in
20th Century Samsas Chair, Swedish Sheepskin FÅTÖLJ, Armchair by Carl Malmsten
By Carl Malmsten, O.H. Sjögren
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A vintage Mid-Century Modern “Samsas” chair, designed by Carl Malmsten and produced by O.H. Sjögren. The Swedish armchair is standing on four, small stra...
Animal Skin, Sheepskin, Birch