Svend Åge Madsen’s sleek and simple hardwood furniture captures the essence of Scandinavian modern style. Although an influential mid-century modern Danish designer, not much is known about Madsen today. However, his desks, armchairs and credenzas speak to his mastery of material and form.
Madsen began designing in the late 1950s and was most prolific in the 1960s. Many well-known Danish cabinetmakers and manufacturers produced his furniture, including K. Knudsen & Son, H.P. Hansen, Sigurd Hansen Møbelfabrik, Karl Lindegaard and Moreddi.
Madsen used woods with qualities of warmth and richness such as walnut, teak and rosewood. His distinctive designs are characterized by curving and sloping forms, giving each piece a natural and organic appeal. While he rarely used decorative embellishments, the bowed surfaces, arching drawers and legs shaped like boomerangs added a visual flair.
Madsen was best known for his sculptural writing desks. Many of his desk designs have an eye-catching curved surface that gives the desktop a concave appearance. They often feature tapered legs — a hallmark of mid-century modern style — and generous drawers for stationary and other objects. Deep wood finishes and visible wood grain add to the charm of these sturdy pieces.
Madsen’s beautiful 1960s dining chairs are still highly sought-after by collectors today. The teak chairs have high and angled backrests which lend some sculptural elegance and provide ergonomic support. A low-profile upholstered cushion and clean lines give the chairs an understated style and fantastic versatility.
On 1stDibs, find vintage Svend Åge Madsen tables, cabinets, seating and more.
Mid Century Svend Åge Teak Sofa 2-Seater Couch Glostrup
By Svend Åge Madsen, Glostrup Møbelfabrik
Located in Berlin, DE
We are offering a beautiful Glostrup 2-seater from the 1960s for sale. The design is by Svend Åge Eriksen and impresses with its elegant lines and the use of high-quality teak frames...
Teak
Mid Century Svend Åge Teakholz Sessel Sessel Glostrup
By Svend Åge Madsen, Glostrup Møbelfabrik
Located in Berlin, DE
We are offering a beautiful Glostrup armchair from the 1960s for sale. The design is by Svend Åge Eriksen and impresses with its elegant lines and the use of high-quality teak frames...
Teak
Svend A. Madsen for Moreddi Teak Danish Modern Dining Chairs - Set of 6
By Svend Åge Madsen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Svend A. Madsen for Moreddi Teak Mid Century Danish Modern Dining Chairs - Set of 6. The set includes two armchairs and four side chairs all with sleek sculptural form. Circa...
Teak
$1,600Sale Price / set|62% Off
Danish Arm Chairs by Svend A. Madsen for Moreddi, Set of 2
By Svend Åge Madsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful set of 2 Danish modern dining chairs designed by Svend A. Madsen, imported by Moreddi, circa 1960s. Armchairs with wonderfully shaped armrests & curved backs for extra com...
Teak, Upholstery
$1,748 / set
H 32.29 in W 20.08 in D 19.69 in
1960s Ejner Larsen & Aksel Bender-Madsen Teak Dining Chairs, Set of 4
By Ejner Larsen and Aksel Bender Madsen
Located in Praha, CZ
- Original upholstery with some signs of use - The wooden parts have been repolished.
Teak, Fabric
$7,287 / set
H 31.11 in W 43.31 in D 40.56 in
Italian Mid-Century Natural Leather Space Age Armchairs, 1970s
Located in Traversetolo, IT
A stunning pair of armchairs made in Italy in the 1970s. The seat is very comfortable and supportive. The pads are still original and in very good condition. Original natural leather...
Metal
$195
H 30.75 in W 18 in D 16 in
Mid Century Danish Dining Chair in the style of Glostrup Mobelfabrik c 1970's
By Glostrup Møbelfabrik
Located in New York, NY
Stylish architectural Mid century Danish Modern dining table, having a teak wood frame and tweed upholstered seat and backrest. This example is structurally sound and sturdy, the uph...
Upholstery, Teak
$5,465 / set
H 31.3 in W 19.3 in D 19.69 in
Danish Modern Teak Dining Chairs by Knud Færch for Slagelse, 1960s. Set of 6.
By Slagelse Mobelvaerk, Knud Faerch
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Modern Teak Dining Chairs by Knud Færch for Slagelse, 1960s. Set of 6. Set of six stunning dining room chairs model 343 designed by Danish architect Knud Færch and manufactured by Slagelse Møbelværk, Denmark in the 1960s. Beautifully sculpted organic backrests in solid teak with a wide curved profile. Re-upholstered in a dark beige fabric with a shearling lambswool look. Exquisite joinery between the backrest and the round tapered legs. This is one of the finest examples of Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern chairs...
Teak
Danish teak dining chairs 1960s, set of 6
By Mid Century Antiques
Located in Gaggenau, DE
Danish teak dining chairs 1960s, set of 6 The chair frames are made from solid teak and and are in Good condition. Made in Denmark in the 60s Dimensions: Width: 52 cm Depth: 4...
Faux Leather, Teak
$2,800 / set
H 29 in W 20 in D 13 in
Set of Six Danish Modern Dining Chairs By Erik Buch for Funder Schmidt & Madsen
By Erik Buch, Funder-Schmidt and Madsen
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional set of Danish Mid Century Modern dining chairs, designed by Erik Buch for Funder-Schmidt & Madsen, made in Denmark, circa 1950's. The set consists of six side chairs, con...
Teak
Set of Eight Danish Vintage Teak Dining Chairs
Located in London, GB
A very stylish and extremely well made set of 8 Danish vintage dining chairs in solid teak made in the 1960’s The quality is outstanding, they have a beautiful, sculptural design an...
Teak, Faux Leather
$6,077
H 31.11 in W 19.3 in D 20.08 in
Set of 6 Møller Model 71 Chairs Danish Modern Teak Dining Chairs 1960s
By Niels Otto Møller
Located in Hannover, DE
Set of 6 Niels Otto Møller Chairs – Model 71 Denmark 1950s Design Set of 6 original Niels Otto Møller chairs, model 71. The first design was introduced in 1951, and this set was pr...
Teak
$1,554
H 27.96 in W 33.47 in D 31.5 in
Space Age Mid-Century Modern Armchair in Fiberglass and Velvet Design Italy 1970
Located in Palermo, IT
An unmistakable icon of 1970s design, the Ball Chair is as bold today as it was when it debuted in 1963. With its futuristic silhouette and enveloping shape, this revolutionary piece...
Metal
Danish Modern Teak Dining Chairs
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Set of 6 Teak Danish Modern Dining Chairs. Original faux leather cushions. Sculpted design.
Teak
$4,150
H 28 in W 73.5 in D 29.5 in
Svend Aage Eriksen for Glostrup Danish Teak & Leather Three Seat Sofa Ca. 1960s
By Grete Jalk, Glostrup Møbelfabrik, Svend Åge Eriksen
Located in Peabody, MA
A Danish teak three seat sofa in original soft leather upholstery, designed by Svend Aage Eriksen for Glostrup Mobelfabrik, in the manner of Grete Jalk, who also designed for Glostru...
Leather, Teak
Mid-Century Danish Three Seat Winged Teak Sofa
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A classic example of Danish mid-century modern design, this three-seat sofa features a beautifully crafted teak frame with clean lines and elegantly sculpted arms. The warm teak wood...
Teak
Four Svend Madsen Danish Dining Chairs
By Svend Åge Madsen, K. Knudsen & Son
Located in Oakland, CA
Set of 4 midcentury Danish dining chairs designed by Svend A. Madsen for K Knudsen & Son, 1960, Denmark. The chairs frames are crafted of solid white oak with sculpted teak backrest ...
Wool, Oak, Teak
Svend Madsen for Moreddi High Back Danish Dining Chairs
By Svend Åge Madsen, Moreddi 1
Located in Oakland, CA
Stylish set of eight high-back dining chairs designed by Svend A Madsen for Moreddi ,1960, Denmark. The 8 chair frames are crafted of solid walnut with angled, slatted back rests, de...
Walnut
Svend Åge Madsen Slat Back Chair for Moreddi
By Moreddi 1, Svend Åge Madsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Svend A. Madsen Afrormosia teak chair for Moreddi, circa 1960s, Denmark. The chair features a slatted curved backrest and wide black Naugahyde seat. Dimensions 17.5" width x 16.5...
Teak, Naugahyde
Sold
H 33.5 in W 19 in D 21.5 in
Set of Four Danish Modern Teak Dining Chairs by Svend A. Madsen for Moreddi
By Moreddi 1, Svend Åge Madsen
Located in San Jose, CA
Mid-Century Modern set of four dining chairs in teak and afromasia by Svend Madsen for Moreddi, Denmark circa 1960's. Features a supporting curved backrest and a wide frame seat unus...
Teak
Sold
H 27.17 in W 24.02 in D 21.26 in
"Cow horn" Arm Chair by Svend Aage Madsen by Cabinetmaker K. Knudsen, 1950s
By K. Knudsen & Son, Svend Åge Madsen
Located in Hägersten, SE
Rare "Cow horn" chair designed by Svend Aage Madsen. Produced by Cabinetmaker K. Knudsen & Søn in Denmark during the 1950s. Made from solid oak and teak with new black leather seat. ...
Leather, Oak, Teak
Sold
H 28.75 in W 21.26 in D 18.51 in
Svend Aage Madsen Dining Chairs Produced by K. Knudsen in Denmark
By Svend Åge Madsen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare set of 6 cowhorn dining chairs designed by Svend Aage Madsen. Produced by K. Knudsen in Denmark.
Fabric, Wool, Teak
Midcentury Svend Aage Madsen Walnut and Teak Side Chair
By Svend Åge Madsen
Located in Highclere, Newbury
Unfortunately very little is known about Danish designer Svend Åge Madsen. Most of the information comes from catalogues and inventory lists of the time and this shows us that whilst...
Teak, Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Svend Madsen Beech Wood Lounge Chair
By Aksel Boll Jensen, Svend Åge Madsen, Grete Jalk, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Chattanooga, TN
This stunning Danish made lounge chair by Bowa is one of the finest wood frame sofa’s we have seen from the period. Vintage early 1960s, Svend Age Madsen expands on the quintessentia...
Brass
Sold
H 36 in W 19.25 in D 22 in
1960s Svend A. Madsen Six Exotic Tigerwood Dining Chairs by Moreddi Denmark
By Svend Åge Madsen
Located in Chula Vista, CA
AMBIANIC presents Six Dining Chairs sleek exotic tigerwood walnut and newly upholstered faux leather seats by Svend A. Madsen and imported Moreddi Denmark...
Walnut, Faux Leather
Sold
H 30.5 in W 73.5 in D 29.5 in
Mid-Century Modern Grete Jalk Style Three-Seat Walnut Frame Sofa Couch
By Aksel Boll Jensen, Svend Åge Madsen, Grete Jalk, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Chattanooga, TN
This stunning Danish made sofa by BOWA is one of the finest wood frame sofa’s we have seen from the period. Vintage early 1960s, SV.A. Madsen expands ...
Walnut, Fabric
Mid-Century Modern Sven Madsen Set of 4 Walnut Side Dining Chairs Danish
By Svend Åge Madsen
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
For your consideration is a marvellous set of four, walnut and black leather, side dining chairs, by Sven Madsen, circa 1950s. In very good condition. The ...
Leather, Walnut
Svend Aage Madsen for Moreddi Danish Walnut Dining Chairs Set of Six
By Moreddi 1, Svend Åge Madsen
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Not only is this a set of (six), but it includes (two) of the sought after arm chairs. The width of these captain chairs is very accommodating which isn't particularly common, they a...
Walnut