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Svenskt Tenn Furniture

Today, the name Svenskt Tenn is associated around the world with the vibrant, modernist textiles and furniture of Josef Frank, who was the Swedish company’s chief designer in the mid-20th century. But the term “svenskt tenn” actually means “Swedish pewter,” and the very first goods the company sold were stylish pewter objects, such as an elegant 1927 candelabra found in the collection of the Saint Louis Art Museum, or a sleek, understated mirror in the collection of the National Museum of Fine Arts. These pieces were designed to appeal to discerning but price-conscious shoppers in 1920s-era Stockholm.

Art teacher and interior designer Estrid Ericson (1894–1981) partnered with pewter artisan Nils Fougstedt (1881–1954) to establish Svenskt Tenn in 1924, and their creations quickly gained a reputation for high quality and affordability, winning a gold medal at the International Exhibition of Modern Decorative and Industrial Arts in Paris in 1925 — the design fair that brought global attention to the Art Deco style.

The experience of renovating her own apartment in the 1920s exposed Ericson to Swedish functionalism — or funkis, as it was known in Sweden — a branch of modernism that advocated uncomplicated forms, subdued colors and utility. She was inspired to open an interior design department at Svenskt Tenn, and in 1930 the firm introduced its first line of furniture.

Selections included items produced by the companies Gemla and Bodafors, as well as original designs by Ericson and the architects Uno Åhrén and Björn Trägårdh, who had worked together on the redesign and expansion of the showroom. The trio’s furniture was displayed at Stockholm’s Galleri Modern in 1931, where it was met with praise from critic Gotthard Johansson, a leading proponent of Swedish functionalism. Johansson admired the “pure lines” and “modern austerity” of the furniture, establishing Svenskt Tenn as an important voice in Swedish design.

But the signature partnership that would come to define the look of Svenskt Tenn was in part the result of political turmoil and the emergence of Nazism in Europe. When Josef Frank fled Vienna for Stockholm in 1933, he was already an accomplished architect who questioned modernist orthodoxy in design. He disliked tubular steel furniture and believed that monochromatic surfaces were distressing to viewers, while pattern and ornament gave interiors a sense of warmth and calm. Ericson was an admirer of Frank’s work, and offered him the chance to design products for Svenskt Tenn. Their professional partnership, particularly in textile design, would eventually become one of the hallmarks of Swedish modernism.

Frank and Ericson collaborated from 1934 until Frank’s death in 1967, with Frank creating unmistakable, bold designs and Ericson employing her flair for interiors, merchandising and display. The pair called their shared approach “Accidentism” or “The Happy Chances Philosophy,” mixing and matching the new and antique, the serious with the playful and pattern with solid colors to find eclectic new combinations in their showroom.

Frank’s textiles are like a visual catalogue of exotic plants and flowers, geological formations and maps, inspired in part by Ericson’s world travels and by Frank’s love of folk art. Svenskt Tenn continues to sell fabric, wallpaper and household goods, many of which sport variations of Frank's signature botanical motifs. Antique and vintage Svenskt Tenn pewter, lighting, furniture, textiles and decorative objects are generally priced anywhere from $2,500 to $25,000 depending on scale and condition.

The tenets of Scandinavian modernism are as fresh and relevant now as they were in the 1950s — light-filled and airy rooms with white walls are perfect settings for comfortable furniture upholstered in one of Josef Frank’s indelible patterns, and nearly a century since its founding, the signature aesthetic of Svenskt Tenn remains as distinctive and timeless as ever.

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Josef Frank, Pendant Light, Fabric, Brass, Sweden, 1950s
Josef Frank, Pendant Light, Fabric, Brass, Sweden, 1950s

Josef Frank, Pendant Light, Fabric, Brass, Sweden, 1950s

By Josef Frank, Svenskt Tenn

Located in High Point, NC

A green fabric and brass pendant light designed by Josef Frank and produced by Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, c. 1950s. In good vintage condition, with visible wear consistent with age and u...

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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Svenskt Tenn Furniture

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Brass

Josef Frank, Pendant Light, Fabric, Brass, Sweden, 1960s
Josef Frank, Pendant Light, Fabric, Brass, Sweden, 1960s

Josef Frank, Pendant Light, Fabric, Brass, Sweden, 1960s

By Josef Frank, Svenskt Tenn

Located in High Point, NC

A yellow fabric and brass pendant light, model 2562, designed by Josef Frank and produced by Svenskt Tenn, c. 1960s. In good vintage condition, with visible wear consistent with age...

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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Svenskt Tenn Furniture

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Brass

Josef Frank for Svenskt Tenn 'B 965' Coffee Table in Walnut and Marble
Josef Frank for Svenskt Tenn 'B 965' Coffee Table in Walnut and Marble

Josef Frank for Svenskt Tenn 'B 965' Coffee Table in Walnut and Marble

By Josef Frank, Svenskt Tenn

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Josef Frank for Svenskt Tenn 'B 965' coffee table, walnut, marble, Sweden, design 1938 An iconic 'B 965' coffee table, designed by Josef Frank for Firma Svenskt Tenn in 1938. This e...

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1930s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Svenskt Tenn Furniture

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Marble

Josef Frank, Pendant Light, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1960s
Josef Frank, Pendant Light, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1960s

Josef Frank, Pendant Light, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1960s

By Josef Frank, Svenskt Tenn

Located in High Point, NC

A brass and floral-printed fabric pendant light, model 2560, designed by Josef Frank and produced by Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, c. 1970s. Wear consistent with age and use. Replaced canop...

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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Svenskt Tenn Furniture

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Brass

Early Josef Frank for Svenskt Tenn 'Liljevalchs' Sofa
Early Josef Frank for Svenskt Tenn 'Liljevalchs' Sofa

Early Josef Frank for Svenskt Tenn 'Liljevalchs' Sofa

By Svenskt Tenn, Josef Frank

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Josef Frank for Svenskt Tenn, 'Liljevalchs' sofa, model '345', fabric, beech, Sweden, design 1934, made 1930s An early example of the Liljevalchs sofa, designed by Josef Frank, and...

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1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Svenskt Tenn Furniture

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Fabric, Beech

Swedish Art Deco Pewter Amphora Vase by Svenskt Tenn, 1930s
Swedish Art Deco Pewter Amphora Vase by Svenskt Tenn, 1930s

Swedish Art Deco Pewter Amphora Vase by Svenskt Tenn, 1930s

By Svenskt Tenn

Located in Stockholm, SE

A refined Swedish Art Deco pewter amphora vase, designed for Svenskt Tenn in the 1930s. This elegant piece features a classical silhouette with a tall, tapering body and distinctive ...

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1930s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Svenskt Tenn Furniture

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Pewter

Josef Frank, Lounge Chair, Walnut, Fabric, Sweden, 1960s
Josef Frank, Lounge Chair, Walnut, Fabric, Sweden, 1960s

Josef Frank, Lounge Chair, Walnut, Fabric, Sweden, 1960s

By Josef Frank, Svenskt Tenn

Located in High Point, NC

A walnut and and red fabric lounge chair designed by Josef Frank and produced by Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, c. 1960s. Wear consistent with age and use. Chip to back leg, vintage fabric d...

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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Svenskt Tenn Furniture

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Fabric, Walnut

Early Svenskt Tenn Pewter Lidded Box by Ernst Svedbom, Sweden 1932
Early Svenskt Tenn Pewter Lidded Box by Ernst Svedbom, Sweden 1932

Early Svenskt Tenn Pewter Lidded Box by Ernst Svedbom, Sweden 1932

By Svenskt Tenn

Located in Stockholm, SE

A refined and architecturally composed pewter lidded box designed by Ernst Svedbom for Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, dated 1932. This elegant piece embodies the restrained sophistication of ...

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1930s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Svenskt Tenn Furniture

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Pewter

Josef Frank, mirror for Svenskt Tenn, 1960
Josef Frank, mirror for Svenskt Tenn, 1960

Josef Frank, mirror for Svenskt Tenn, 1960

By Svenskt Tenn, Josef Frank

Located in Saarbrücken, SL

Very large mirror by Josef Frank for Svenskt Tenn, made of brass. High-quality craftsmanship.

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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Svenskt Tenn Furniture

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Brass

Tulip Fabric Pendant Lamp Desiged By Josef Frank For, Svenskt Tenn
Tulip Fabric Pendant Lamp Desiged By Josef Frank For, Svenskt Tenn

Tulip Fabric Pendant Lamp Desiged By Josef Frank For, Svenskt Tenn

By Svenskt Tenn, Josef Frank

Located in Vienna, AT

Rare pendant lamp with a tulip fabric shade, designed by Josef Frank for Firma Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, 1930s-1940s. Used but in a very good condition.

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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Svenskt Tenn Furniture

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Brass

A Rare Josef Frank Cream Silk Pendant Lamp from 1950s
A Rare Josef Frank Cream Silk Pendant Lamp from 1950s

A Rare Josef Frank Cream Silk Pendant Lamp from 1950s

By Svenskt Tenn, Josef Frank

Located in Vienna, AT

Rare pendant lamp with a silk shade, designed by Josef Frank for Firma Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, 1930s-1940s. new silk shade

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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Svenskt Tenn Furniture

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Brass

Josef Frank Silk Pendant Lamp for Svenskt Tenn, Brass & Silk, Sweden
Josef Frank Silk Pendant Lamp for Svenskt Tenn, Brass & Silk, Sweden

Josef Frank Silk Pendant Lamp for Svenskt Tenn, Brass & Silk, Sweden

By Josef Frank, Svenskt Tenn

Located in Portland, OR

An early example of model 2560 Josef Frank pendant for Svenskt Tenn. Sweden 1940s. Executed in solid nicely patinated brass and with newer silk shade, made in Austria. Original mount...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Art Deco Svenskt Tenn Furniture

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Brass

Swedish Midcentury Walnut Coffee Table by Josef Frank, Firma Svenskt Tenn, 1950s
Swedish Midcentury Walnut Coffee Table by Josef Frank, Firma Svenskt Tenn, 1950s

Swedish Midcentury Walnut Coffee Table by Josef Frank, Firma Svenskt Tenn, 1950s

By Josef Frank, Svenskt Tenn

Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län

Striking round coffee table by Josef Frank, model 2139, designed in 1952. Early 1950s edition, made from walnut with an exceptional and beautiful table top with root veneer in an org...

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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Svenskt Tenn Furniture

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Walnut

Josef Frank, Wall Lights, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s
Josef Frank, Wall Lights, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s

Josef Frank, Wall Lights, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s

By Josef Frank, Svenskt Tenn

Located in High Point, NC

A pair of brass and fabric wall lights designed and produced by Josef Frank, Sweden, 1950s.  Overall Dimensions (Inches): 8” H x 4” W x 5.5” D Back Plate Dimensions (Inches): 2.9” ...

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1950s Swedish Vintage Svenskt Tenn Furniture

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Brass

Vintage Mahogany Coffee Table by Josef Frank, Svenskt Tenn, 1950s
Vintage Mahogany Coffee Table by Josef Frank, Svenskt Tenn, 1950s

Vintage Mahogany Coffee Table by Josef Frank, Svenskt Tenn, 1950s

By Svenskt Tenn, Josef Frank

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A square, vintage Mid-Century modern Swedish coffee table made of hand crafted polished Mahogany, designed by Josef Frank and produced by Svenskt Tenn in good condition. The Scandina...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Svenskt Tenn Furniture

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Metal, Brass

Svenskt Tenn Serving Trolley in Green Lacquered Metal
Svenskt Tenn Serving Trolley in Green Lacquered Metal

Svenskt Tenn Serving Trolley in Green Lacquered Metal

By Svenskt Tenn

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Svenskt Tenn, bar cart or serving trolley, brass, lacquered metal, Sweden, 1950s Practical and modern bar cart by Swedish manufacturer Svenskt Tenn, made in the 1950s. This design i...

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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Svenskt Tenn Furniture

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Metal, Brass

Black Wall Mirror by Josef Frank Svenskt Tenn, 1950s
Black Wall Mirror by Josef Frank Svenskt Tenn, 1950s

Black Wall Mirror by Josef Frank Svenskt Tenn, 1950s

By Josef Frank, Svenskt Tenn

Located in Hannover, DE

A delicate mirror with a thin brass loop frame (painted black). An absolute design classic from the 1950s. This brass mirror was designed by Austrian designer Josef Frank for the ren...

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Late 20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Svenskt Tenn Furniture

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Brass

Vintage Swedish Sofa Table by Josef Frank, Beechwood, Mid-Century
Vintage Swedish Sofa Table by Josef Frank, Beechwood, Mid-Century

Vintage Swedish Sofa Table by Josef Frank, Beechwood, Mid-Century

By Josef Frank, Svenskt Tenn

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A vintage Mid-Century Modern Swedish sofa table "diplomat" made of hand crafted polished Beechwood, designed by Josef Frank and produced by Svenskt...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Svenskt Tenn Furniture

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Beech

Art Deco Coffee Table by Josef Frank, Cuban Mahogany, Sweden, 1920s
Art Deco Coffee Table by Josef Frank, Cuban Mahogany, Sweden, 1920s

Art Deco Coffee Table by Josef Frank, Cuban Mahogany, Sweden, 1920s

By Svenskt Tenn, Josef Frank

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A dark-brown, vintage Art Deco Swedish coffee, sofa table made of hand crafted polished cuban mahogany wood, designed by Josef Frank and produced by Svensk Tenn in good condition. Th...

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Early 20th Century Swedish Art Deco Svenskt Tenn Furniture

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Mahogany

Midcentury Modern Leather Stools, Josef Frank, Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, 1950s
Midcentury Modern Leather Stools, Josef Frank, Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, 1950s

Midcentury Modern Leather Stools, Josef Frank, Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, 1950s

By Josef Frank, Svenskt Tenn

Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län

Pair of elegant stools by Josef Frank, made from mahogany with elegantly sculpted feet. Cognac brown leather with decorative nails around the joinery of the legs.

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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Svenskt Tenn Furniture

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Leather, Mahogany

Set of Swedish Grace Pewter Wall Mirror and Candle Sconces, 1930s, Sweden
Set of Swedish Grace Pewter Wall Mirror and Candle Sconces, 1930s, Sweden

Set of Swedish Grace Pewter Wall Mirror and Candle Sconces, 1930s, Sweden

By Svenskt Tenn

Located in Værløse, DK

Swedish Grace Pewter Mirror with Wall Candle Sconces made by Svensk Tenn circa 1930s. * Oval pewter mirror with rose decorations with set of matching mirror-candlestick holders * Ma...

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1930s Swedish Art Nouveau Vintage Svenskt Tenn Furniture

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Pewter

'Large Camel' Floor Lamp by Josef Frank, Sweden
'Large Camel' Floor Lamp by Josef Frank, Sweden

'Large Camel' Floor Lamp by Josef Frank, Sweden

By Josef Frank, Svenskt Tenn

Located in Stockholm, SE

Designed by Josef Frank in 1939. New leather and original Svenskt tenn lampshade.

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1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Svenskt Tenn Furniture

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Brass

Midcentury Mahogany Side Table by Josef Frank, Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, 1950s
Midcentury Mahogany Side Table by Josef Frank, Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, 1950s

Midcentury Mahogany Side Table by Josef Frank, Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, 1950s

By Svenskt Tenn, Josef Frank

Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län

Side table by Josef Frank, model called “The Tea Table”, made from mahogany with an elegant ledge around the rounded corner tabletop. Inlayed pewter sphere in the middle of the table...

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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Svenskt Tenn Furniture

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Pewter

Brass Candlestick 'Vanskapsknuten' by Josef Frank for Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, 1938
Brass Candlestick 'Vanskapsknuten' by Josef Frank for Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, 1938

Brass Candlestick 'Vanskapsknuten' by Josef Frank for Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, 1938

By Just Andersen, Josef Frank, Nils Fougstedt, Estrid Ericson, Svenskt Tenn

Located in Malmö, SE

A beautiful brass candle holder with amazing patina. Designed by Josef Frank in 1938 and made by Firma Svenskt Tenn, Stockholm, Sweden. Old production, this is made in the 1940s. G...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Svenskt Tenn Furniture

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Brass

Swedish Grace Pewter Vase by Tyra Lundgren, Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, 1929
Swedish Grace Pewter Vase by Tyra Lundgren, Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, 1929

Swedish Grace Pewter Vase by Tyra Lundgren, Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, 1929

By Svenskt Tenn, Tyra Carolina Lundgren

Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län

Amazing, rare pewter vase by Tyra Lundgren, with a playful etched motif of children playing among greenery. Graphic decor around the rim and base.

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1920s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Svenskt Tenn Furniture

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Pewter

Midcentury Desk by Josef Frank, Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, 1950s
Midcentury Desk by Josef Frank, Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, 1950s

Midcentury Desk by Josef Frank, Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, 1950s

By Svenskt Tenn, Josef Frank

Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län

Beautiful desk by Josef Frank, made from mahogany with a smooth look. Clean lines and subtly rounded forms, a timeless piece. There are some dents in the table top that have been pr...

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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Svenskt Tenn Furniture

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Mahogany

Exceptional Josef Frank Chest of Drawers, Cabinet, Svenskt Tenn, Mahogany, Brass
Exceptional Josef Frank Chest of Drawers, Cabinet, Svenskt Tenn, Mahogany, Brass

Exceptional Josef Frank Chest of Drawers, Cabinet, Svenskt Tenn, Mahogany, Brass

By Svenskt Tenn, Josef Frank

Located in Miami, FL

Beautiful chest of drawers by Josef Frank, Mahogany and Brass pulls, six drawers. Cabinet has age-related wear. We will have it refinished for the buyer. Great piece of Swedish Moder...

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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Svenskt Tenn Furniture

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Brass

Josef Frank, Wall Light, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s
Josef Frank, Wall Light, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s

Josef Frank, Wall Light, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s

By Svenskt Tenn, Josef Frank

Located in High Point, NC

A brass and off-white fabric string wall light designed by Josef Frank and produced by Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, c. 1950s. In good vintage condition, with visible wear consistent with a...

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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Svenskt Tenn Furniture

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Brass

Mid-Century Modern Brass Floor Lamp by Josef Frank, Sweden, 1940s
Mid-Century Modern Brass Floor Lamp by Josef Frank, Sweden, 1940s

Mid-Century Modern Brass Floor Lamp by Josef Frank, Sweden, 1940s

By Josef Frank, Svenskt Tenn

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A vintage Mid-Century Modern Swedish floor lamp made of handcrafted polished brass, designed by Josef Frank and produced by Svenskt Tenn in good condition. The height of the Scandinavian light is adjustable, composed with a new white small round shade...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Svenskt Tenn Furniture

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Metal, Brass

Josef Frank Bench in Mahogany and Brass Nails, Svenskt Tenn, Sweden
Josef Frank Bench in Mahogany and Brass Nails, Svenskt Tenn, Sweden

Josef Frank Bench in Mahogany and Brass Nails, Svenskt Tenn, Sweden

By Svenskt Tenn, Josef Frank

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Josef Frank & SCANDINAVIAN MODERN A beautiful bench by Josef Frank, for Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, 1960s. The frame is made of mahogany, upholstered seat with brass nails. The feet are elegantly sculpted and the bench can also be used as a table, end of bed stool...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Svenskt Tenn Furniture

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Fabric, Mahogany

Midcentury Modern Cabinet by Josef Frank, Svenskt Tenn, 1960s
Midcentury Modern Cabinet by Josef Frank, Svenskt Tenn, 1960s

Midcentury Modern Cabinet by Josef Frank, Svenskt Tenn, 1960s

By Josef Frank, Svenskt Tenn

Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län

Rare cabinet by Josef Frank, made in elm with beautiful woodgrain. Signature design with an array of drawers on an elevated, airy base.

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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Svenskt Tenn Furniture

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Elm

Rare Otto Schulz Floor Lamp in Birch Wood, Josef Frank Shade, Boet, Sweden, 1928
Rare Otto Schulz Floor Lamp in Birch Wood, Josef Frank Shade, Boet, Sweden, 1928

Rare Otto Schulz Floor Lamp in Birch Wood, Josef Frank Shade, Boet, Sweden, 1928

By Josef Frank, Svenskt Tenn, Otto Schulz, Boet

Located in The Hague, NL

This very rare floor lamp was designed by Otto Schulz and produced by his company Boet in Gothenburg, Sweden in 1928. The elegant design is exemplary for the Swedish Grace style with...

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1920s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Svenskt Tenn Furniture

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Fabric, Cotton, Linen, Birch

Josef Frank, Wall Light, Brass, Paper, Sweden, 1950s
Josef Frank, Wall Light, Brass, Paper, Sweden, 1950s

Josef Frank, Wall Light, Brass, Paper, Sweden, 1950s

By Svenskt Tenn, Josef Frank

Located in High Point, NC

A brass and white paper wall light designed by Josef Frank and produced by Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, c. 1950s. Overall Dimensions (Inches): 18.5” H x 7.25” W x 16.5“ D Back Plate Dimen...

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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Svenskt Tenn Furniture

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Brass

Josef Frank Floor Lamp, Sweden
Josef Frank Floor Lamp, Sweden

Josef Frank Floor Lamp, Sweden

By Josef Frank, Svenskt Tenn

Located in Stockholm, SE

Designed by Josef Frank, model 2148, produced by Svenskt Tenn. With 4 lights each, controlled with two discreet push switches, allowing two different lighting moods. With a bespoke ...

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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Svenskt Tenn Furniture

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Brass

Model "1842" Brass Floor Lamp by Josef Frank for Svenskt Tenn, Sweden 1930s
Model "1842" Brass Floor Lamp by Josef Frank for Svenskt Tenn, Sweden 1930s

Model "1842" Brass Floor Lamp by Josef Frank for Svenskt Tenn, Sweden 1930s

By Svenskt Tenn, Josef Frank

Located in Utrecht, NL

Austrian architect and designer Josef Frank has had an enormous impact on the history of Swedish design. Despite being nearly 50 years old when emigrating to Sweden, he is now widely...

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1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Svenskt Tenn Furniture

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Brass

Midcentury Bar Trolley by Josef Frank, Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, 1950s
Midcentury Bar Trolley by Josef Frank, Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, 1950s

Midcentury Bar Trolley by Josef Frank, Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, 1950s

By Josef Frank, Svenskt Tenn

Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län

Mahogany serving trolley by Josef Frank. Simplistic to the core with a clean silhouette and great proportions.

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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Svenskt Tenn Furniture

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Mahogany

Pewter & Brass Art Deco Bowl by Nils Fougstedt for Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, 1920s.
Pewter & Brass Art Deco Bowl by Nils Fougstedt for Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, 1920s.

Pewter & Brass Art Deco Bowl by Nils Fougstedt for Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, 1920s.

By Svenskt Tenn, Estrid Ericson, Josef Frank, Nils Fougstedt, Just Andersen

Located in Malmö, SE

A beautiful Art Deco / Swedish Grace pewter bowl with brass rim and amazing patina. Designed in 1926 (attributed to Nils Fougstedt) and handmade 1953 by Firma Svenskt Tenn, Stockholm...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Art Deco Svenskt Tenn Furniture

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Brass, Pewter

Midcentury Modern "Captain's Chair" by Josef Frank, Sweden, 1950s
Midcentury Modern "Captain's Chair" by Josef Frank, Sweden, 1950s

Midcentury Modern "Captain's Chair" by Josef Frank, Sweden, 1950s

By Svenskt Tenn, Josef Frank

Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län

“Captain’s Chair”, model #789A, by Josef Frank, made from mahogany with decorative brass nails and leather back and seat.

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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Svenskt Tenn Furniture

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Leather, Oak

Round Lidded Pewter Box by Svenskt Tenn, 1930s, Sweden
Round Lidded Pewter Box by Svenskt Tenn, 1930s, Sweden

Round Lidded Pewter Box by Svenskt Tenn, 1930s, Sweden

By Svenskt Tenn

Located in Værløse, DK

Round Art Deco Pewter Box with inserts made by Svenskt Tenn in the late 1930s. * Lidded round pewter box with four inserts, layered knop and motifs of playing cards. * Manufacturer...

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1930s Danish Art Deco Vintage Svenskt Tenn Furniture

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Pewter

Midcentury Modern Mahogany Coffee Table by Josef Frank, Sweden, 1940s
Midcentury Modern Mahogany Coffee Table by Josef Frank, Sweden, 1940s

Midcentury Modern Mahogany Coffee Table by Josef Frank, Sweden, 1940s

By Svenskt Tenn, Josef Frank

Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län

Mahogany coffee table by Josef Frank, with elegantly sculpted legs and a striking, whispy mahogany veneer on the tabletop. This table, which was made in the early 1940s, is among the...

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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Svenskt Tenn Furniture

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Mahogany

Modernist Pewter Candlesticks by Nils Fougstedt for Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, 1932
Modernist Pewter Candlesticks by Nils Fougstedt for Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, 1932

Modernist Pewter Candlesticks by Nils Fougstedt for Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, 1932

By Svenskt Tenn, Nils Fougstedt

Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län

Pair of elegant pewter candlesticks by Niels Fougstedt. Clean cut lines and decorative details.

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1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Svenskt Tenn Furniture

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Pewter

20th Century Silver Swedish Svenskt Tenn Candle Holder by Josef Frank
20th Century Silver Swedish Svenskt Tenn Candle Holder by Josef Frank

20th Century Silver Swedish Svenskt Tenn Candle Holder by Josef Frank

By Svenskt Tenn, Josef Frank

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A silver, vintage Mid-Century Modern Swedish " Vänskapsknuten " candle holder made of handcrafted silvered metal, designed by Josef Frank and produced by Svenskt Tenn in good conditi...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Svenskt Tenn Furniture

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Metal

Midcentury Coffee Table by Josef Frank, Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, 1950s
Midcentury Coffee Table by Josef Frank, Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, 1950s

Midcentury Coffee Table by Josef Frank, Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, 1950s

By Svenskt Tenn, Josef Frank

Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län

Small coffee or side table by Josef Frank, made from mahogany with a rounded corner tabletop. Light design with elegantly sculpted legs.

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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Svenskt Tenn Furniture

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Mahogany

Josef Frank, Bench, Mahogany, Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, 1970s
Josef Frank, Bench, Mahogany, Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, 1970s

Josef Frank, Bench, Mahogany, Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, 1970s

By Josef Frank, Svenskt Tenn

Located in High Point, NC

A mahogany bench designed by Josef Frank and produced by Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, 1970s. All items ship from High Point, North Carolina.

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1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Svenskt Tenn Furniture

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Mahogany

Art Deco Pewter Globe Vase by Nils Fougstedt for Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, 1930.
Art Deco Pewter Globe Vase by Nils Fougstedt for Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, 1930.

Art Deco Pewter Globe Vase by Nils Fougstedt for Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, 1930.

By Nils Fougstedt, Estrid Ericson, Svenskt Tenn, Josef Frank, Just Andersen

Located in Malmö, SE

A stunning pewter bowl with brass details and wood handles. Designed by Nils Fougstedt in 1929 and made from 1930 by Firma Svenskt Tenn, Stockholm, Sweden. This vase is made in 2017....

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1930s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Svenskt Tenn Furniture

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Pewter, Brass

A vase by Svenkst Tenn
A vase by Svenkst Tenn

A vase by Svenkst Tenn

$1,425Sale Price|25% Off

A vase by Svenkst Tenn

By Svenskt Tenn

Located in Long Island City, NY

A vintage vase produced by Svenkst Tenn. Sweden Circa 1940s. Pewter and brass. Marked " Modern Metallkunst Svenkst Tenn".

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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Svenskt Tenn Furniture

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Pewter

Pewter Wall Mirror by Thorwald Alef, Svenskt Tenn, 1929
Pewter Wall Mirror by Thorwald Alef, Svenskt Tenn, 1929

Pewter Wall Mirror by Thorwald Alef, Svenskt Tenn, 1929

By Svenskt Tenn, Thorwald Alef

Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län

Stunning wall mirror by Thorwald Alef, made in pewter. The design is called “Amors spratt” (“Cupid’s Trick”). The top is adorned with a reclining woman with a naughty-looking Cupid o...

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1920s Scandinavian Modern Vintage Svenskt Tenn Furniture

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Pewter

Midcentury Modern Table Lamp by Josef Frank for Firma Svenskt Tenn, 1960s
Midcentury Modern Table Lamp by Josef Frank for Firma Svenskt Tenn, 1960s

Midcentury Modern Table Lamp by Josef Frank for Firma Svenskt Tenn, 1960s

By Josef Frank, Svenskt Tenn

Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län

Rare table lamp by Josef Frank, with a cylindrical base standing on four wooden ball feet. Dressed in beautiful dark green leather imitation nicely combined with the original floral ...

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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Svenskt Tenn Furniture

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Brass

Swedish Pewter Vase or Bowl from Firma Svenskt Tenn, 1928
Swedish Pewter Vase or Bowl from Firma Svenskt Tenn, 1928

Swedish Pewter Vase or Bowl from Firma Svenskt Tenn, 1928

By Svenskt Tenn

Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län

A refined and elegant footed pewter bowl from Firma Svenskt Tenn. Conical in shape with a profiled rim and foot base. Foot ring with a nice fluted decoration in relief. Model #541 ...

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1920s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Svenskt Tenn Furniture

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Pewter

Swedish Grace Armchair Design Uno Åhrén / Björn Trägårdh for Svenskt Tenn 1930’s
Swedish Grace Armchair Design Uno Åhrén / Björn Trägårdh for Svenskt Tenn 1930’s

Swedish Grace Armchair Design Uno Åhrén / Björn Trägårdh for Svenskt Tenn 1930’s

By Bjorn Tragardh, Svenskt Tenn

Located in Ystad, SE

Rare Swedish Grace Armchair Design Uno Åhrén / Björn Trägårdh for Svenskt Tenn 1930’s Dimensions: Height: 102 cm Width: 68 cm Depth: 77 cm Seat Height: 42 cm

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1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Svenskt Tenn Furniture

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Mohair, Silk, Beech

Midcentury Mahogany Coffee Table by Josef Frank, Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, 1940s
Midcentury Mahogany Coffee Table by Josef Frank, Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, 1940s

Midcentury Mahogany Coffee Table by Josef Frank, Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, 1940s

By Svenskt Tenn, Josef Frank

Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län

Striking round coffee or side table by Josef Frank, made of mahogany with a stunning root veneer tabletop and three-piece pillar-shaped base. Model #B 560

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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Svenskt Tenn Furniture

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Mahogany

Early 1819 Glass Table Lamp by Josef Frank, Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, 1930s
Early 1819 Glass Table Lamp by Josef Frank, Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, 1930s

Early 1819 Glass Table Lamp by Josef Frank, Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, 1930s

By Josef Frank, Svenskt Tenn

Located in Hägersten, SE

Table lamp model 1819 designed by Josef Frank. Early version made from 1934-1940s. Nickel plated brass and rare socket with porcelain fitting and turn switch. New lamp shade with whi...

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1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Svenskt Tenn Furniture

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Brass

Josef Frank 'Gustav V' Cabinet in Rosewood, Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, 1950s
Josef Frank 'Gustav V' Cabinet in Rosewood, Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, 1950s

Josef Frank 'Gustav V' Cabinet in Rosewood, Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, 1950s

By Svenskt Tenn, Josef Frank

Located in The Hague, NL

This elegant rosewood cabinet was designed by Josef Frank for Svenskt Tenn in the late 1930's. In the Svensk Tenn archive's furniture book, Estrid Ericson (the founder of Svenskt Tenn) has made a pencil sketch of the cabinet and written "designed for the King", Gustaf V, likely for his 80th birthday in 1938. So this particular model 792 also became known as the Gustav V model. The rare cabinet on offer here was produced by Svenskt Tenn in Sweden in the early 1950s. The model was usually produced in pyramid mahogany, only a few pieces were made in rosewood. The cabinet has double doors, veneered in mirorred rosewood, with a solid oak interior with a total of 10 pull-out drawers. Brass key and round brass door hinges...

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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Svenskt Tenn Furniture

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Wood, Oak, Rosewood

Mid-Century Modern Gueridon Table by Josef Frank, Maplewood, 1950
Mid-Century Modern Gueridon Table by Josef Frank, Maplewood, 1950

Mid-Century Modern Gueridon Table by Josef Frank, Maplewood, 1950

By Josef Frank, Svenskt Tenn

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A light-brown, vintage Mid-Century Modern Swedish gueridon table with a round top. Designed by Josef Frank and produced by Svenskt Tenn, Modell 560. Shellac polished, beautiful bird'...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Svenskt Tenn Furniture

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Maple

Mahogany and Brass Chest of Drawers by Josef Frank for Svenskt Tenn, Sweden
Mahogany and Brass Chest of Drawers by Josef Frank for Svenskt Tenn, Sweden

Mahogany and Brass Chest of Drawers by Josef Frank for Svenskt Tenn, Sweden

By Josef Frank, Svenskt Tenn

Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län

Cool mahogany chest of drawers by Josef Frank, with an amazing, playful silhouette. Elegant brass handles.

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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Svenskt Tenn Furniture

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Brass

Midcentury Modern Leather Ottoman, Josef Frank, Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, 1950s
Midcentury Modern Leather Ottoman, Josef Frank, Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, 1950s

Midcentury Modern Leather Ottoman, Josef Frank, Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, 1950s

By Josef Frank, Svenskt Tenn

Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län

Ottoman by Josef Frank, made from mahogany with elegantly sculpted legs. Original black leather upholstery with patina, decorative brass nails around the edge of the seat.

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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Svenskt Tenn Furniture

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Leather, Mahogany

Chest of drawers 'Flora' model 1050 designed by Josef Frank for Svenskt Tenn
Chest of drawers 'Flora' model 1050 designed by Josef Frank for Svenskt Tenn

Chest of drawers 'Flora' model 1050 designed by Josef Frank for Svenskt Tenn

By Josef Frank, Svenskt Tenn

Located in Stockholm, SE

Designed by Josef Frank for Svenskt Tenn in the late 1930s, the Flora chest of drawers, model 1050, is one of the most poetic expressions of Scandinavian design. This vintage chest of drawers is crafted in warm mahogany with three spacious drawers, each fronted by hand printed botanical plates from Nordens flora by C. A. Lindman. The prints are framed by Frank’s characteristically slender mouldings and the piece stands on delicately turned ball feet that lend it a light, elevated character. The Josef Frank Flora...

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1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Svenskt Tenn Furniture

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Mahogany

Midcentury Mahogany Chest of Drawers by Josef Frank, Sweden, 1950s
Midcentury Mahogany Chest of Drawers by Josef Frank, Sweden, 1950s

Midcentury Mahogany Chest of Drawers by Josef Frank, Sweden, 1950s

By Josef Frank, Svenskt Tenn

Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län

Elegant chest of drawers by Josef Frank, made from mahogany. Beveled edges around the drawers, brass handles. Lighter wood stripe inlayed around the edge of the table top.

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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Svenskt Tenn Furniture

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Brass

Josef Frank, Table Lamp, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1950s
Josef Frank, Table Lamp, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1950s

Josef Frank, Table Lamp, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1950s

By Svenskt Tenn, Josef Frank

Located in High Point, NC

A brass and blown glass table lamp designed by Josef Frank and produced by Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, c. 1950s. Dimensions of Lamp (inches):  9.125“ H x  4.25“ diameterDimensions of Shad...

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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Svenskt Tenn Furniture

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Brass

Swedish Art Deco Pewter Lidded Box, 1930s
Swedish Art Deco Pewter Lidded Box, 1930s

Swedish Art Deco Pewter Lidded Box, 1930s

By Svenskt Tenn

Located in Stockholm, SE

Elegant Swedish pewter lidded box produced by Bröderna Edlund Silverfabrik, dated 1936. This refined piece features a clean cylindrical form raised on small decorative feet, topped ...

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1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Svenskt Tenn Furniture

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Pewter

Svenskt Tenn furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

Svenskt Tenn furniture are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of metal and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Svenskt Tenn furniture, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original furniture by Svenskt Tenn were created in the Scandinavian Modern style in europe during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider furniture by Hans Bergström, ASEA, and AB Markaryd. Prices for Svenskt Tenn furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $510 and can go as high as $164,000, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $3,943.

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