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.
Yngve Ekstrom Teak Danish Style Credenza for Swedese / Pastoe Sweden
By Yngve Ekström
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A very well crafted dark teak wood credenza / server with five center drawers the top one having divided slots and felt bottom . To each side a sliding door with adjustable shelves i...
Birch, Teak
Expertly Restored - Yngve Ekström Walnut Drop-Leaf Writing Desk for Dux
By Yngve Ekström, Dux of Sweden
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Materials: Walnut Wood, Multi-Color Drawers, Original Key, Brass Hardware ________________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bring...
Brass
Yngve Ekström, Cabinets, Pine, Rattan, Sweden, 1960s
By Yngve Ekström
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of pine and rattan cabinets designed by Yngve Ekström, Sweden, 1960s. Dimensions: 39.25” H x 23.625” W x 14.5” D
Rattan, Pine
Newly Refinished - Scandinavian Modern Drop-Leaf Desk by Yngve Ekström for Dux
By Dux of Sweden, Yngve Ekström
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Expertly Refinished With over 15 years of experience, our workshop has followed a careful process of restoration, showcasing our passion and creativity for vintage designs...
Brass
Yngve Ekström, Cabinet, Pine, Rattan, Sweden, 1960s
By Yngve Ekström
Located in High Point, NC
A pine and rattan cabinet designed by Yngve Ekström, Sweden, 1960s.
Rattan, Pine
Cabinet in Teak, Beech, Brass and Rosewood by Yngve Ekström, 1950's
By Yngve Ekström
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Cabinet in Teak, Beech, Brass and Rosewood by Yngve Ekström, 1950's Additional Information: Material: Teak, beech, brass and rosewood Style: Mid century, Scandinavia Rare cabinet mo...
Brass
Danish Modern Teak Chest or Dresser by Yngve Ekstrom for Dux circa 1960s
By Yngve Ekström, Dux of Sweden
Located in Atlanta, GA
Danish Modern Teak Chest or Dresser, designed by Yngve Ekstrom for Dux, Sweden, circa 1960s. It offers a voluminous amount of storage with nine wide, deep drawers. It is a versatile ...
Teak
Cabinet “Bangkok” by Yngve Ekström for Westerbergs Möbler, Sweden, 1950s
By Gösta Westerberg Möbel AB, Yngve Ekström
Located in Staffanstorp, SE
Elegant Swedish cabinet model Bangkok, designed by Yngve Ekström and produced by Westerbergs Möbler during the 1950s. Crafted in teak with beech details, this piece features Ekström’...
Beech, Teak
Swedish teak sexton by Ingvar & Ekström for Bodafors
By Yngve Ekström, Bodafors
Located in Brescia, IT
Swedish 1962 teak chest of drawers, six graduated drawers and carved handles. A rigorous example of highly manufactured Nordic modernism. Teak sextina designed by Ingvar & Ekström f...
Teak
$16,255Sale Price|40% Off
H 65.75 in W 61.03 in D 16.54 in
Taichiro Nakai Teak Wall Cabinet by Consorzio La Permanente Mobili, 1950s
By La Permanente Mobili Cantù
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Modular bookcase with structure in lacquered metal and wood. Glass tops and brass details. Produced by Consorzio la Permanente Mobili, Italy, 1953 Taichiro Nakai is an incredibly ta...
Metal, Brass
$1,998Sale Price|60% Off
H 28 in W 65.5 in D 23.5 in
Mid Century Danish Modern Arne Vodder Teak Drop Leaf Desk for H.Sigh Denmark
By Arne Vodder
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid century Danish modern Arne Vodder teak drop leaf desk for H.Sigh Denmark. Beautiful Teak desk with 3 drawer and 1 removable extension leaf on the right side. Desk top slides lef...
Teak
Rare pine cabinet by Otto Dahlin, Sweden, 1940s
By Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Produced by Åby Möbelfabrik and retailed by Otto Dahlin in Stockholm during the 1940s. Made in solid pine with iron details. The gently curved top and legs are in the spirit of Swe...
Iron
Italian Wood Cabinet, 1960s
Located in Palermo, PA
Italian wood cabinet, 1960s. Dimensions: H= 83 cm; W= 130 cm; D= 43 cm.
Wood
$4,750
H 32.25 in W 72 in D 18.25 in
Danish Modern Teak Credenza by Svend A. Madsen for Falster Mobelfabrik
By Svend Åge Madsen, Falster Møbelfabrik
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This exceptional 1960s Danish modern teak credenza by Svend Age Madsen for Falster Mobelfabrik exemplifies the refined craftsmanship and timeless design of mid-century Scandinavian f...
Teak
Swedish pine cabinet circa 1950.
By Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Hägersten-Liljeholmen, Stockholms län
Swedish cabinet with 14 drawers made in solid pine. Typical Folk art all hand crafted, good original condition. thsi cabinet can be related to Axel einar hjorth style in sweden in th...
Pine
1960s Italian Cabinet
Located in Praha, CZ
- Good original condition with minor signs of use
Wood
On Hold|$1,995
H 29.25 in W 65.25 in D 18.5 in
Mid Century Modern Vintage Teak Sideboard Credenza by Meredew Danish Style
By Meredew
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elevate your space with this gorgeous mid century credenza by renowned furniture maker Meredew. Featuring fantastic wood grain and great storage, this teak sideboard is a stunning ex...
Teak
Danish Modern Teak Tambour Door Credenza
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Beautiful Danish modern teak tambour door credenza designed in Denmark, circa 1960s. This piece features a well-crafted teak case with two t...
Teak
$2,195
H 29.75 in W 72.25 in D 17.5 in
Mid Century Modern Vintage Teak Credenza Sideboard by Nathan Danish Style
By Nathan
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This gorgeous sideboard was designed and manufactured by Nathan Furniture in the mid 1960s, showcasing authentic Danish style and craftsmanship. Featuring four spacious drawers—one f...
Teak
$1,354
H 29.93 in W 45.28 in D 25.6 in
Restored Mid Century Writing Desk, By B. Landsman, Walnut, Oak, Czech, 1950s
By Bohumil Landsman
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Desk dimensions: Height: 76 cm (29.9 in) Width: 115 cm (45.3 in) Width: 65 cm (25.6 in) Legroom: Height: 73.5 cm (28.9 in) Width: 63.5 cm (25 in) This writing desk is an excellent ...
Wood, Oak, Walnut, Lacquer
Rattan Tall Boy Dresser, 1960s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Rattan woven wicker six-drawer tall boy dresser or slim chest of drawers. Spain, 1960s This beautiful rattan dresser has a bamboo and rattan struct...
Wicker, Rattan
Sideboard “Ulvö” Yngve Ekström Bjärsta anni ’60
By Yngve Ekström, Bjästa Möbelfabrik
Located in Brescia, IT
Sideboard in teak con ante scorrevoli e cassettiera centrale, interni in betulla con divisori. Yngve Ekström, Bjärsta, anni ’60, modello “Ulvö”. Disegnato da Yngve Ekström negli ann...
Teak
Mid-Century ‘Ulvö’ Credenza by Yngve Ekström for Dux
By Dux of Sweden, Yngve Ekström
Located in Raleigh, NC
Mid-century ‘Ulvö’ credenza designed by Yngve Ekström for Dux, Sweden. Streamlined minimalist design with perfectly accented pulls. Warm walnut finish, which diverts from the usual l...
Wood
Teak sideboard by Yngve Ekstrom for Dux
By Dux of Sweden, Yngve Ekström
Located in Torino, IT
Straordinaria madia in teak disegnata da Yngve Ekstrom per DUX, Svezia, anni Cinquanta. Questo mobile sideboard presenta ante scorrevoli laterali con ripiani interni regolabili e cin...
Teak
Sideboard in teak di Yngve Ekström per Troeds
By Yngve Ekström, Hugo Troeds
Located in Brescia, IT
Sideboard scandinavo anni ’50/’60 in teak con gambe tornite, un’anta scorrevole e colonna di cinque cassetti con maniglie scolpite. Etichetta originale presente. Firmato “Troeds” e ...
Teak
Sold
H 68.12 in W 39.38 in D 17.72 in
Scandinavian Modern "Krus" Cabinet by Yngve Ekström, Sweden, 1950s
By Yngve Ekström
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
“Krus” (“Vessel”) cabinet by Yngve Ekström, made from teak. The front doors display a modernistic relief of everyday kitchen objects mixed with flowers and decorative objects. An art...
Teak
Sold
H 68.12 in W 39.38 in D 17.72 in
Scandinavian Modern "Krus" Cabinet by Yngve Ekström, Sweden, 1950s
By Yngve Ekström
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
“Krus” (“Vessel”) cabinet by Yngve Ekström, made from teak. The front doors display a modernistic relief of everyday kitchen objects mixed with flowers and decorative objects. An art...
Teak
Sideboard di Yngve Ekström
By Yngve Ekström
Located in Brescia, IT
Credenza in teak originale scandinava anni '60. ...
Teak
Yngve Ekström for Troeds Mid Century Teak Credenza
By Yngve Ekström
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Yngve Ekström for Troeds sculpted teak credenza circa mid 1950’s. Has 5 drawers with solid teak pulls and a sliding door with adjustable interior storage. Newly finished.
Birch, Teak
Mid-Century "Ulvö" Credenza by Yngve Ekstrom for Dux
By Dux of Sweden, Yngve Ekström
Located in Raleigh, NC
Mid-Century "Ulvö" credenza by Yngve Ekstrom for Dux, Sweden. This Scandinavian credenza / sideboard is a favorite for us. Excellent craftsmanship with beatufilly sculpted teak detai...
Wood, Teak
Private listing for Kashia
By Yngve Ekström
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Combined deal including a Yngve Ekström cabinet and a teapot by Margrethe Dybdahl.
Teak
Sold
H 17.72 in W 39.38 in L 17.72 in
"Krus" Cabinet by Yngve Ekström, Westbergs Möbler, Sweden, 1950s
By Yngve Ekström
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
“Krus” (“Vessel”) cabinet by Yngve Ekström, made from teak. The front doors display a modernistic relief of everyday kitchen objects mixed with flowers and decorative objects. An art...
Teak
Swedish Modern Relief Carved 'Bangkok' Cabinet by Yngve Ekstrom
By Yngve Ekström
Located in Utrecht, NL
Beautiful relief carved teak 'Bangkok' cabinet on a contrasting solid beech base. Designed by Yngve Ekström for Westbergs Möbler, Sweden. The detailed designed cabinet has a beautif...
Beech, Teak