Yngve Ekström Furniture
Swedish, 1913-1988
Vintage Yngve Ekström furniture embodies the beauty and simplicity of the Scandinavian modern style. The Swedish designer, architect and woodworker created clean-lined hardwood pieces with sophisticated details and flourishes. He was known for his comfortable lounge chair designs as well as chic cocktail tables and handsome highboard cabinets.
Ekström was born in 1913 in Småland, home to Sweden’s oldest furniture factory, Hagafors Stolfabrik. After his father died, he began working at the factory. In 1945, Ekström and his older brother, Jerker Ekström, opened ESE Möbler, a furniture company headquartered in their hometown. In 1952, they received acclaim for their innovative Thema chair. The laminated veneer chair was packed flat for easy shipping so customers could assemble it at home. Ekström followed it with the 1955 Arka chair for the furniture manufacturer Stolab. A spindle backrest and spacious curved seat gave the chair comfort and style.
Ekström’s most popular design was the 1956 Lamino chair. Still in production, the minimalist wooden-frame chair features a sinuous and inviting profile with a high backrest. Looking back at his well-loved design, Ekström said: “To have designed one good chair might not be a bad life’s work.”
After Ekström’s brother left the company, he changed the name to Swedese. Ekström sold Swedese in 1974, but continued to design for it until he died in 1988. His furniture is in museum collections around the world, including the National Museum in Stockholm, the Stedelijk Museum in Amsterdam and the Victoria & Albert museum in London. In 1999, Swedish design magazine Sköna Hems named the Lamino chair the “20th-Century’s Best Swedish Furniture Design.”
Swedese, which still occupies its original building in Småland, partnered with artist Kustaa Saksi in 2017 to update the iconic Lamino chair.
On 1stDibs, find vintage Yngve Ekström seating, tables, storage cabinets and more.
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Creator: Yngve Ekström
Yngve Ekström Dining Chairs Model Knockdown Produced in Sweden
By Yngve Ekström
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare set of 4 dining chairs ‘Knockdown’ designed by Yngve Ekström. Produced in Sweden.
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Yngve Ekström Furniture
Materials
Brass
Swedish 1970s vintage sofa by Yngve Ekström
By Yngve Ekström, Swedese
Located in Brescia, IT
Two-seater sofa by Yngve Ekström for Swedese, with pine frame and original orange and pink striped cushions.
This 1970s Swedish sofa, designed by Yngve Ekström for Swedese, combines...
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1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Yngve Ekström Furniture
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Pine
Yngve Ekstrom for stol AB stool 1950’s
By Yngve Ekström
Located in Delft, NL
Yngve Ekstrom for stol AB stool 1950’s
Condition: Original paint has some wear.
Material: Wood
Dimensions: 43,4cm H 46cm W 31 cm D
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1950s Vintage Yngve Ekström Furniture
Materials
Wood
Wooden Mid-Century Modern Pinocchio Chair by Yngve Ekström for Stolab
By Stolab, Yngve Ekström
Located in Varese, Lombardia
Wooden chair produced in Sveden around 1950-60s. Good vintage condition: visible signs of wear due to time and use.
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Yngve Ekström Furniture
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Wood
Mid-Century modern scandinavian set of 4 chairs by Yngve Ekström.
By Yngve Ekström
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mid-Century modern scandinavian set of 4 chairs by Yngve Ekström. Newly upholstered with Paul Smith fabric.
W : 46 cm – D : 40 cm – H : 85 cm – Seat H : 45 cm.
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Yngve Ekström Furniture
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Fabric, Elm
Pair Of Circle Lounge Chairs By Yngve Ekström For Swedese, Sweden
By Swedese, Yngve Ekström
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of Scandinavian modern, circle lounge chairs by Yngve Ekström for Swedese, Sweden feature white lacquered, circular hoop, beech wood frames wi...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Yngve Ekström Furniture
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Fabric, Beech
1970s Pair of Yngve Ekström "Contino" Leather Armachair, Sweden
By Yngve Ekström
Located in Praha, CZ
- good original condition
- sturdy and stable
- Patinated leather in good condition
- dimensions : 77 (40) 74 70, 99 (40) 74 80.
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1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Yngve Ekström Furniture
Materials
Leather
"Rytm" organic table in black walnut by Yngve Ekström, Sweden, 1950s
By Yngve Ekström
Located in Hägersten, SE
Leaf shaped side table model "Rytm" designed by Yngve Ekström. Produced in Tranås Sweden during the 1950s. Black lacquered beech legs and table top of rosewood. Good vintage conditio...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Yngve Ekström Furniture
Materials
Beech, Walnut, Paint
1970s Yngve Ekström "Contino" Leather Armchair, Sweden
By Yngve Ekström
Located in Praha, CZ
- good original condition
- sturdy and stable
- Patinated leather in good condition.
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1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Yngve Ekström Furniture
Materials
Leather
Original Black "Circle" Chair by Yngve Ekström for Swedese, 1960s, Sweden
By Yngve Ekström
Located in Argelato, BO
It is one of the most iconic and representative chairs of Swedish design, designed by Yngve Ekström and produced in the 1960s for Swedese, Sweden.
With colleagues such as Aalto, M...
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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Yngve Ekström Furniture
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Fabric, Wood
Yngve Ekström Modell Melano Swedese Ox Red Leather Highback Lounge Chair Beech
By Swedese, Yngve Ekström
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Yngve Ekström Modell Melano Highback easy lounge chair with ottomane.
Oxred leather in beech wood.
The chair is comfortable and has a beautiful vinatge patina.
Measures:
Chair...
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1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Yngve Ekström Furniture
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Leather, Beech
Bookcase in solid pine, model Furubo, designed by Yngve Ekström in the 1970s
By Yngve Ekström
Located in Påarp, SE
Three section bookcase in solid pine and rattan doors. Designed by Yngve Ekström for Swedese in the 1970s. The bookcase contains six modules. Easy to arrange as you like, with or wit...
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1970s European Scandinavian Modern Vintage Yngve Ekström Furniture
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Rattan, Glass, Pine
Pair of Swedese "Lamello" Easy Chairs, Yngve Ekström
By Yngve Ekström
Located in Brussels, BE
Pair of Swedese "Lamello" easy chairs, Yngve Ekström.
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1960s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Yngve Ekström Furniture
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Dining Table in Teak and Oak, 4/8 Seats
By Yngve Ekström
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian dining table in teak and oak legs, 4/8 seat, by Yngve Ekström.
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1950s Scandinavian Vintage Yngve Ekström Furniture
Materials
Teak
Set of four Yngve Ekstrom's Circle Armchairs for Swedese Meubel, Sweden, 1960
By Yngve Ekström, Swedese
Located in Madrid, ES
Set of four armchairs designed in the 1960s by Swedish designer Yngve Ekström and manufactured by his own brand Swedese. The armchair is made of black lacquered solid wood with the s...
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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Yngve Ekström Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Beech
Yngve Ekström Coffee Table by Westbergs Möbler in Sweden
By Yngve Ekström
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare coffee table designed by Yngve Ekström. Produced by Westbergs Möbler in Tranås, Sweden.
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Yngve Ekström Furniture
Materials
Teak
Wooden Dish by Yngve Ekström, 1950s
By Yngve Ekström
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Wooden Dish by Yngve Ekström, 1950s
Additional Information:
Material: Wood
Style: Scandinavian, Mid century
Produced in Sweden
Dimensions: (W x D x H): 38...
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20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Yngve Ekström Furniture
Materials
Wood
Scandinavian Modern Coffee Table by Yngve Ekström for Swedese, 1970s
By Yngve Ekström, Swedese
Located in Genarp, SE
A brutalist Swedish modern coffee table in solid pine designed by Yngve Ekström for Swedese, circa 1970.
This table is made in solid pine and is mounted and dismantled by screwing...
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1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Yngve Ekström Furniture
Materials
Pine
Yngve Ekstrom, Pair of armchairs mod. Circle Chair, 1950s
By Yngve Ekström
Located in Rivoli, IT
Pair of armchairs i wood and fabric upholstered seat.
The Circle Chair gets its name from its distinctive circular backrest held together by round rods.
Designed in 1958 by Swedish ...
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1950s Italian Vintage Yngve Ekström Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Yngve Ekström Coffee Table Produced by Westbergs in Sweden
By Yngve Ekström
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare coffee / side table designed by Yngve Ekström. Produced by Westbergs in Tranås, Sweden.
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Yngve Ekström Furniture
Materials
Rosewood, Lacquer
Yngve Ekström Easy Chair Model 'Rondino' for Swedes Sweden, 1970s
By Yngve Ekström
Located in Paris, FR
Yngve Ekström easy chair Model 'Rondino' For Swedes Sweden, 1970s
structure and Upholstery in good conditio but the original fabric is torn and heavy wear need to be replaced ( see ...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Yngve Ekström Furniture
Materials
Metal
Pair of Round Chair by Yngve Ekstrom, 1960
By Yngve Ekström
Located in Beirut, LB
Pair of midcentury circle lounge chairs by Yngve Ekström for Swedese, circa 1960.
The chairs features dark brown leather seats with white lacquered beechwood structure.
Yngve Ekstr...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Yngve Ekström Furniture
Materials
Leather, Wood
$5,379 / set
20th Century Yngve Ekström Designed for Swedese Retro 1960s Circle Chairs
By Swedese, Yngve Ekström
Located in Markington, GB
Classic 20th century Yngve Ekström 1960s circle chairs, newly upholstered. Designed for Swedese.
Delivery price is for 1 chair, please let me know if you want both and I will get yo...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Yngve Ekström Furniture
Materials
Wood
$854 Sale Price / item
50% Off
Pair of Vintage Swedish Leather Lamino Armchairs by Yngve Ekstrom
By Swedese, Yngve Ekström
Located in London, GB
A stunning pair of vintage Swedish leather Lamino armchairs by Yngve Ekstrom. They were made in Sweden by Swedese, they date from around the 1970-80’s.
This model is extremely comfo...
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1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Yngve Ekström Furniture
Materials
Leather, Wood
Series of 6 Swedish chairs in Elm and black Skai by Yngve Ekstrom for Gemla 1960
By Yngve Ekström, Gemla
Located in JOINVILLE-LE-PONT, FR
Pretty Scandinavian chairs. In the same spirit as the superleggera chair by Gio Ponti, these very elegant chairs are light and robust. Very good manufacturing quality.
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Yngve Ekström Furniture
Materials
Faux Leather, Elm
$2,713 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Circle Chair by Yngve Ekstrom, Sweden, 1960
By Yngve Ekström
Located in Torino, IT
Circle Chair by Yngve Ekstrom, Sweden, 1960
Additional information:
Country of Manufacture – Sweden
Design Period – 1960
Production Period – 1960
Style – Midcentury / Danish design
...
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20th Century Swedish Yngve Ekström Furniture
Materials
Wood
$561 Sale Price
20% Off
Yngve Ekström furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
Yngve Ekström 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 Yngve Ekström furniture, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 143 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 4 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original furniture by Yngve Ekström 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 Dux of Sweden, Folke Ohlsson, and Arne Norell. Prices for Yngve Ekström furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $439 and can go as high as $21,025, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $2,500.
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