Yngve Ekström Seating
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 Lamino Easy Chair by Swedese in Walnut and Cognac Leather
By Yngve Ekström, Swedese
Located in Tilburg, NL
Yngve Ekström Lamino Easy Chair by Swedese in Walnut and Cognac Leather 'Elmo Baltique 43001'. New, design from 1956.
The Lamino by Yngve Ekström ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Yngve Ekström Seating
Materials
Walnut, Leather
Midcentury "Puck" Chairs Gemla Furniture Yngve Ekström Sweden, 1950’s, Pair
By Yngve Ekström, Gemla
Located in Charleston, SC
These wonderfully crafted chairs named "Puck'" were designed by famous Swedish designer Yngve Ekström in 1956 and produced at the oldest Swedish furniture manufacturer "Gemla". These...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Yngve Ekström Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
Yngve Ekstrom Lounge Chair with Brown Leather by Swedese
By Yngve Ekström, Swedese
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Low Back Yngve Ekstrom Lamino Chair in Brown Leather. Very Nice Condition! This one sat in the corner of a formal Living Room so saw very little...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Yngve Ekström Seating
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Leather, Oak, Teak
Swedish Stools in lacquered Red Birch, Yngve Ekström "Palle", 1970s
By Yngve Ekström
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
Birch stools in lacquered stylish red, produced in Sweden, 1970s designed by Yngve Ekström.
These stools are a good example of the good craftsmanship and minimalistic style that si...
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1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Yngve Ekström Seating
Materials
Birch
Yngve Ekström Coffee / Side Table by Westbergs in Sweden
By Yngve Ekström
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare coffee table / side table / bench designed by Yngve Ekström. Produced by Westbergs in Tranås, Sweden.
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Yngve Ekström Seating
Materials
Oak, Teak
Yngve Ekström Oregon Pine Easy Chairs for Swedese, Sweden, 1950s
By Yngve Ekström
Located in Dronten, NL
Swedese’s founder Yngve Ekström was one of Sweden’s leading furniture designers during the 1950s and 60s. The organic and neat elegance of these chairs is typical of Ekström’s approa...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Yngve Ekström Seating
Materials
Fabric, Pine
Afro Teak Nesto Chairs , Model SH41 by Pastoe , 1960s
By Pastoe, Nesto, Yngve Ekström
Located in Delft, NL
Afro Teak Nesto Chairs , Model SH41 by Pastoe , 1960s
Afro teak chairs designed for Nesto in Sweden by Ingve Ekstrom, 1966
Produced in the Netherlands by Pastoe...
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20th Century Dutch Yngve Ekström Seating
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Teak
Yngve Ekström, "Palle" Stools, Solid Birch, Stolab, Sweden, 1950s
By Stolab, Yngve Ekström
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of "Palle" birch stools designed by Yngve Ekström and produced by Stolab, Sweden, 1950s.
Seat Height (inches): 16.38"
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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Yngve Ekström Seating
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Birch
Yngve Ekström Circle Chair for Swedese, 1960s, Swedese Sweden
By Yngve Ekström, Swedese
Located in Krefeld, DE
Midcentury circle lounge chair by Yngve Ekström for Swedese, Sweden. Cushions with some spots. The blue fabric turned into grey from being expose the sun :-). Paint with some damages...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Yngve Ekström Seating
Materials
Wood
Scandinavian Midcentury Armchairs Model "Sibbo" by Yngve Ekström
By Yngve Ekström
Located in Karlstad, SE
Swedish armchairs, model "Sibbo," designed by Yngve Ekström in the 1950s. Crafted from oak, these chairs showcase Ekström's signature balance of form and function. The spindle backre...
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20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Yngve Ekström Seating
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Oak
Yngve Ekström Lamino Easy Chair by Swedese in White Ash and Charcoal Sheepskin
By Yngve Ekström, Swedese
Located in Tilburg, NL
Yngve Ekström Lamino easy chair by Swedese in laminated white ash and sheepskin 'Charcoal'.
The Lamino by Yngve Ekström is one of the most iconic ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Yngve Ekström Seating
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Sheepskin, Walnut
Set of Four Yngve Ekström Wooden Dining Chairs in Birch Produced in Sweden 1950s
By Yngve Ekström
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare set of four wooden wooden dining chairs in birch by Yngve Ekström produced in Sweden, 1950s. In good original and matching condition.
Dimensions: H: 72,5 cm / 28.50" W: 53 cm ...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Yngve Ekström Seating
Materials
Birch
Vintage Pair of Yngve Ekstrom Circle Chairs Reupholstered in Zebra Hide
By Yngve Ekström
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
With colleagues like Aalto, Mathsson, Jacobsen and Kjaerholm, Yngve Ekström was part of the post-war modern movement that made the concept “Scandinavian Modern” world-famous. This is a very nice pair of white lacquered circle chairs designed by Ekstrom for Swedese, circa 1960. Fully restored and reupholstered in zebra hide, the timeless design would fit any modern design interior.
Measure: 26in W x 24in D x 28in H x 17in SH.
The Art of One of A Kind Furniture - Forsyth travels the world in search of breathtaking designs from auction houses, antique shops, and private collections. An amazing transformation begins when a collected piece arrives at the Forsyth studio. Old world furniture...
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Yngve Ekström Seating
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Zebra Hide
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 Seating
Materials
Leather
Wooden Mid-Century Modern Pinocchio Chair by Yngve Ekström for Stolab
By Yngve Ekström, Stolab
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 Seating
Materials
Wood
Scandinavian Midcentury Armchairs Model "Sibbo" by Yngve Ekström
By Yngve Ekström
Located in Karlstad, SE
Swedish armchairs, model "Sibbo," designed by Yngve Ekström in the 1950s. Crafted from oak, these chairs showcase Ekström's signature balance of form and function. The spindle backre...
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20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Yngve Ekström Seating
Materials
Oak
Yngve Ekström Orange and Brown Pine Two-Seat Bench
By Yngve Ekström
Located in Weesp, NL
Elegant solid Pine bench designed by Yngve Ekström for Swedese. It has been produced in the late 1960s.
The bench will be taken apart when shipped. It takes about 10 minutes to put ...
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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Yngve Ekström Seating
Materials
Pine
Italian Circle armchairs by Yngve Ekström for Ese Mobler Ab Sweden, 1960s
By Yngve Ekström
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian Circle armchairs by Yngve Ekström for Ese Mobler Ab Sweden, 1960s
Pair of Circle model armchairs, with circular structure in solid beech painted in white, round seat with sla...
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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Yngve Ekström Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
'Primo' Model Armchair by Yngve Ekström for Swedese
By Yngve Ekström, Swedese
Located in Brescia, IT
'Primo' model armchair designed by Yngve Ekström for the Swedese company.
This model is an alternative to the classic Lamino model armchair.
A Scandinavian design armchair that becam...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Yngve Ekström Seating
Materials
Canvas, Beech
Pair of Newly Upholstered Yngve Ekström 'Lästo' and 'Ruster' Lounge Chairs
By Yngve Ekström
Located in Berlin, DE
Pair of Newly Upholstered Yngve Ekström 'Lästo' and 'Ruster' Lounge Chairs with sculpted wooden frame and beautifully curved armrests. The measurements given apply to the Lästo Chair...
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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Yngve Ekström Seating
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Upholstery, Oak
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 Seating
Materials
Wood
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 Seating
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 Seating
Materials
Leather
Midcentury Swedish Sofas, Benchs "Primo" Yngve Ekström Skandiform, 1970s
By Yngve Ekström, Bruno Mathsson, Skandiform
Located in Praha, CZ
- 3-seat
- confortable
- marked by imprinted label
- sofa or bench
- in style of Bruno Mathsson or Gustav Axel Berg.
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1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Yngve Ekström Seating
Materials
Fabric, Bentwood
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 Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
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 Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood
$5,438 / set
Pair Of Circle Lounge Chairs By Yngve Ekström For Swedese, Sweden
By Yngve Ekström, Swedese
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 Seating
Materials
Fabric, Beech
Yngve Ekström Dining Chairs Model Thema Produced by Swedese in Sweden
By Yngve Ekström
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare set of 10 dining chairs model Thema designed by Yngve Ekström. Produced by Swedese in Sweden.
Category
1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Yngve Ekström Seating
Materials
Wood, Pine, Lacquer
20th Century Yngve Ekström Designed for Swedese Retro 1960s Circle Chairs
By Yngve Ekström, Swedese
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 Seating
Materials
Wood
$846 Sale Price / item
50% Off
Vintage Sofa by Yngve Ekstrm
By Yngve Ekström
Located in Brescia, IT
Two-seater sofa designed by Yngve Ekstom for Swedese in the 1970s.
The frame is made of light pine wood and the seat is made of fabric. The cushions are period originals and have re...
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1970s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Yngve Ekström Seating
Materials
Fabric, Pine
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 Seating
Materials
Brass
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 Seating
Materials
Fabric, Beech
Yngve Ekström Fortino Lounge Chair & Ottoman in Original Sunflower by Swedese
By Swedese, Yngve Ekström
Located in Bochum, NRW
Original Sunflower Yellow Corduroy by Swedese, Sweden, 1960s
A stunning example of Scandinavian design, this Fortino Lounge Chair with Ottoman by celebrated designer Yngve Ekström fo...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Yngve Ekström Seating
Materials
Velvet, Beech, Tapestry
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 Seating
Materials
Faux Leather, Elm
$2,742 Sale Price / set
20% Off
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 Seating
Materials
Leather, Beech
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 Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood
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 Seating
Materials
Wood
$567 Sale Price
20% Off
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 Seating
Materials
Metal
Yngve Ekström seating for sale on 1stDibs.
Yngve Ekström seating 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 seating, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 114 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 4 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original seating by Yngve Ekström were created in the mid-century modern style in europe during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider seating by Dux of Sweden, Folke Ohlsson, and Bruno Mathsson. Prices for Yngve Ekström seating 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 $2,320.
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