Scandinavian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
SCANDINAVIAN MODERN STYLE
Scandinavian modernism is perhaps the warmest and most organic iteration of modernist design. The work of the designers associated with vintage Scandinavian modern furniture was founded on centuries-old beliefs in both quality craftsmanship and the ideal that beauty should enhance even the humblest accessories of daily life.
ORIGINS OF SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Emerged in the 1930s
- Originated primarily in Denmark, Sweden and Finland
- Introduced in the United States in mid-20th century
- Informed by the Bauhaus and modernism; influenced American mid-century modernism
CHARACTERISTICS OF SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Bold, clean lines and simple, sturdy symmetries
- Use of natural materials — native woods such as pine, ash and beech
- Open, airy spaces
- Promotion of functionality
- Emphasis on craftsmanship; rooted in cabinetry profession and traditional construction techniques
- Minimal ornamentation (little to no embellishment)
- A neutral or light color palette owing to prominence of light woods
SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
- Alvar Aalto
- Hans Wegner
- Kaare Klint
- Arne Jacobsen
- Greta Magnusson Grossman
- Finn Juhl
- Arne Vodder
- Verner Panton
ICONIC SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
VINTAGE SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS
The gentle, organic contours that are typical of Scandinavian design appear in the furnishings and decor created by Danish, Finnish and Swedish designers not as a stylistic gesture, but rather as a practical, ergonomic — and, as importantly, elegant — response to the human form.
Each nation produced exceptional talents in all areas of the applied arts, yet each had its forté. Sweden was home to Greta Magnusson Grossman and Bruno Mathsson — creators of the classic Grasshopper lighting series and Berlin daybed, respectively — but the country excelled most notably at ceramics. In the 1920s at the great Gustavsberg porcelain manufactory, Wilhelm Kåge introduced pieces in the Scandinavian style based on influences from folklore to Cubism; his skills were passed on to his versatile and inspired pupils Berndt Friberg and Stig Lindberg.
Likewise, Finland produced a truly ingenious Scandinavian modern furniture designer in the architect Alvar Aalto, a master at melding function and artistic form in works like the Paimio chair, created in collaboration with his first wife, Aino. Yet Finnish glassware was pre-eminent, crafted in expressive, sculptural designs by Tapio Wirkkala and Timo Sarpaneva.
The Danes excelled at chairs. Hans Wegner and Arne Jacobsen were exemplars of the country’s facility with wood, particularly teak.
Wegner created such iconic pieces as the Round chair and the Wishbone chair; Jacobsen — while the revolutionary architect and furniture innovator produced the best-selling plywood Ant chair — designed two classic upholstered pieces of the 1950s: the Swan chair and Egg chair. The list of great Danes could go on and on, including Finn Juhl, a stylistic maverick and maker of the bold Chieftain chair; Poul Kjaerholm, with his lean metal-and-rattan aesthetic; and Verner Panton, who introduced a vibrant Pop note into international design.
Today, decades after their heyday, the prolific, ever-evolving Scandinavian modernists continue to amaze and delight, and interior designers all over the world use their pieces to bring warmth to any given space.
On 1stDibs, you will note both instantly recognizable vintage Scandinavian modern chairs, sofas, rugs and tables — those that have earned iconic status over time — and many new discoveries.
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Style: Scandinavian Modern
Set of Four Teak CH-29 Sawbuck Chairs by Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Munich, DE
Original, elegant and minimalistic set of four danish modern CH-29 Sawbuck dining chairs. Designed by Hans J. Wagner in 1951 for Carl Hansen & Søn, Denmark. Manufactured probably in ...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Vico Magistretti, Set of 4 "Carimate" Chairs for Cassina, Italian Modern, 1970s
Located in Odense, DK
Set of 4 iconic "Carimate" armchairs in solid beech wood and straw.
Designed by Italian designer Vico Magistretti, made at Cassina in 1970s.
This model was designed for "Carimate G...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Scandinavian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Straw, Beech
Set of 6 Vintage Dining Chairs in Oak
Located in Ranst, VAN
Set of six Danish vintage dining chairs in oak with the original green and beige striped fabric.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Oak, Fabric
Danish modern 1960 armchair by master cabinet maker Jacob Kjaer
By Jacob Kjaer
Located in København K, 84
This Danish modern armchair by Jacob Kjaer, a revered master cabinet maker and modernist pioneer, embodies the essence of mid-century design sophistication. Crafted in 1960 in Copenh...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
Desk Chair in Patinated Leather by Danish Cabinetmaker 1940s
Located in Lejre, DK
Swivel chair in patinated original leather. Designed and made in Denmark, great original condition.
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1940s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Leather, Beech
Midcentury Armchair, Swedish Design, 1950s
Located in Lejre, DK
Armchair in fabric with brass details. Designed and made in Sweden 1950s.
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1950s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Brass
Erik Kirkegaard 1960s Danish Rosewood Desk Chair
Located in London, GB
Erik Kirkegaard - Compass Desk Chair, c1960s
A rare and highly sought-after desk chair by Erik Kirkegaard, produced by Hong Stolefabrik in Denmark, circa 1956. The curved back provi...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
1950s Th. Harlev Set of Six Armchairs in Teak - Custom Upholstery
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of 6 1950s Th. Harlev armchairs made by Farstrup Møbler.
The well designed chairs fit in in well almost anywhere in the house or the office no matter weather it´s as a single ch...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Teak
Hans Wegner Valet Chair by PP Møbler, Denmark, Pine and teak
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Wegner's iconic valet chair takes his abilities in design, scaling, proportion and craftsmanship to their limits. Expert carving and joinery highlight the idiosyncratic nature of the...
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2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Steel
Hans J. Wegner Swivel Chair, oak and elegance leather, PP502, Denmark
Located in Esbjerg, DK
The iconic Hans J. Wegner Swivel chair with oak back and armrest. Seat of the highest quality Elegance leather from Arne Sørensen.
Base of stainless steel.
Model PP502, made by PP...
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2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Steel
Kaare Klint Armchair Model 3758a in Leather and Mahogany Rud Rasmussen Denmark
Located in WIJCKEL, NL
Armchair model 3758 A in original red indian leather and mahogany base. Model designed in 1927 for the Danish Museum of Decorative Art, produced by Rud Rasmussen in the 1940’s. Signed with manufacturer’s label to underside: (Rud. Rasmussens Snedkerier).
Kaare Klint is widely recognized as the father of Danish modern design. It is hard to overstate his influence. He developed an entirely new analytical approach to furniture design that his students at the Danish Academy of Art would emulate for years to come, yet was also inspired by historic designs from various cultures, modernizing and re-interpreting classic pieces for new generations.
Literature: Kaare Klint, Harkær, pg. 28-30. Dansk Møbelkunst Gennem 40 Aar: 1927-1936, Jalk, pg. 169. Danish Chairs, Oda, pg. 22-23.
Kaare Klint (1888-1954) is regarded as the founding father of Danish Modernim. As an architect, furniture designer and leading professor at the Department of Furniture Design at the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts, Copenhagen, Klint established the principles of modern Danish furniture by combining a profound appreciation of traditional construction techniques with a modernist emphasis on function and a rejection of ornaments.
Klint’s design was always based on relentless research; he never compromised. Every piece had to fulfill its purpose, be completely clear in its construction with dimensions and proportions corresponding to the human body and display materials and craftsmanship of the highest quality. Logic, often using a mathematical system of measures, and a constructive way of thinking were the foundation of Klint’s philosophy of furniture design. Like many of his contemporaries, counting Le Corbusier and Walter Gropius, he advocated standardization and functional requirements and dismissed the use of all ornamentation. But Klint realized his vision in wood and leather, using traditional craftsmen and working methods and often finding inspiration in historical models. In this way, he charted the course for an alternative Nordic Functionalism that idealized the workshop and the collaboration between furniture architects and cabinetmakers as opposed to the factory.
Kaare Klint’s first major work was a collaboration with his mentor, the architect Carl Petersen. In 1914 they were commissioned to design furniture and fixtures for Faaborg Art Museum. One of the highlights to emerge from this commission was the Faaborg chair, a light and elegant chair with clear references to classical furniture. The construction and proportions of an 18th century English Chippendale...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
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Leather, Mahogany
Fritz Hansen "DAN" Swivel Chair by Magnus Stephensen in Bent Beechwood, 1930s
Located in Odense, DK
Rare and important "DAN" swivel chair in beech bentwood produced at Fritz Hansen, Copenhagen in the 1930s. The chair was designed by Magnus Stephensen and is considered an icon in th...
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1930s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Beech
Niels Otto Møller Armchair Model 57
Located in Dronten, NL
Desirable armchair model 57 in teak, designed by Niels Otto Møller for J.L Møllers Møbelfabrik in Denmark. Very elegant chair that would match wonderfully...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Naugahyde, Teak
Finn Juhl 1960 Diplomat Chair in Rosewood
By Finn Juhl
Located in Dronten, NL
Distinguished Diplomat Chair in rosewood designed by Finn Juhl and manufactured by Cado.
All original vintage condition, marked with silver Finn Juhl label.
Fabric and foam are worn...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
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Fabric, Rosewood
Sculptural Danish desk chair from the 1980´s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
From the 1980s – a modern Danish desk chair that effortlessly blends form and function. Crafted with a keen eye for design, this chair is a testament to the era's aesthetic sensibili...
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1980s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Metal
Arne Jacobsen Oxford Office Chair
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Arne Jacobsen Oxford office chair five star base in aluminum. Turnable and with wheels. With height adjustment
New upholstered with black pure full grain aniline leather.
Made by F...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Leather
Sedia da ufficio con braccioli
Located in Brescia, IT
Sedia vintage di manifattura scandinava in legno di teak e similpelle.
Seduta da scrivania con braccioli in legno con seduta e poggiaschiena imbottiti c...
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1960s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
Black Butterfly Armchair By Arne Jacobsen For Fritz Hansen
Located in Bunnik, NL
Black Butterfly chair with armrests by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen , Series 7 Chair, now known as the Butterfly chair, This serie was designed...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Metal
Bjørn Wiinblad, Set of 4 Chairs, Nässjö Stolefabrik, Mid Century Modern, 1950s
Located in Odense, DK
Rare set of 4 vintage beauties by Danish Artist Björn Wiinblad, made for Nässjö Stolefabrik in Sweden in the 1950s. A collectible set, red painted w...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Cane, Wood, Seagrass
Henning Kjærnulf, Set of 6 Armchars in Oak & Lambswool, Mid Century Modern 1960s
Located in Odense, DK
A fine and rare set of 6 armchairs in oak, reupholstered seats in a great quality shearling lambswool. Designed by Henning Kjaernulf for EG Kvalitetsmøbel, Denmark in the 1960s.
Th...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Lambskin, Oak
Kaare Klint Pair of Red Chairs for Rud. Rasmussen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Kaare Klint pair of red chairs in mahogany, black horsehair and brass nails. Version of the chair with upholstered arms. Executed by Rud. Rasmussen,...
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1930s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Brass
Kilta Chair by Olli Mannermaa
Located in Dronten, NL
This elegant Kilta chair was designed by Finland designer Olli Mannermaa for Martela.
The Kilta chair is a Finnish design Classic. Kilta’s timeless design and very comfortable seati...
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1960s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Steel
Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Office Chair in Red Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, office chair model ‘3217’, wood, fabric, chrome-plated metal, plastic, Denmark, designed in 1955, later production
This office chair by Arne Jacobsen...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Chrome, Metal
Dux of Sweden Office Chair in Black Leather and Chrome-plated Steel
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Dux of Sweden, office chair, leather, chrome-plated steel, aluminum, Sweden, 1970s
This comfortable and fully adjustable swiveling executive armchair is upholstered in black leather...
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1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Aluminum, Steel, Chrome
Scandinavian Modern Vintage Desk Chair Office Chair Labofa 1950 Denmark
Located in Vienna, AT
Scandinavian Modern vintage desk chair or office chair with swiveling function by Labofa from chromed metal and oak laminated plywood
1950s Denmark.
A wonderful swiveling desk chair ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Metal
Kevi Desk Chairs
Located in Dronten, NL
A design icon, the Kevi task chair offers adjustable height, adjustable angle back and adjustable seat height. Surprisingly comfortable, the Kevi chair is a favorite among architects...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Fabricius Kastholm FK711 Office Chairs Walter Knoll, Germany, 1971
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Large set of 8 office chairs model FK711 designed by Preben Fabricius and Jorgen Kastholm and manufactured by Walter Knoll, Germany 1971. These ...
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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
Pair of Rabami Danish Teak Kevi Desk Chairs
Located in Denton, TX
Danish Modern office chair design by architect and designer Jorgen Rasmussen for Engelbrechts, the Kevi chair (1965) became popular chair for the home or office based on a simple id...
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Metal
Frits Henningsen: Armchair with carved mahogany frame
Located in London, GB
Armchair with carved mahogany frame. Seat, back and armrests upholstered with light patterned fabric. Stamped 6416. Made by cabinetmaker Frits Henningsen.
Condition
Normal patina du...
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1930s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
Kurt Ostervig dining chairs and table c1960
Located in London, GB
Set of five dining chairs by Kurt Ostervig with a round walnut dining table with one extension leaf made by cabinetmaker Willy Beck, all made in Denmark about 1960.
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Teak
Arne Jacobsen High Back 'Oxford' Swivel Chairs
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, set of six 'Oxford' desk chairs model 3272, aluminium, wood, fabric upholstery, United Kingdom, design 1965, later production.
The original version o...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Danish Armchair, Black Leather and Chromed Steel, model FK 6725 Fabricius/Knoll.
Located in JOINVILLE-LE-PONT, FR
Superb Scandinavian armchair. Structure with three legs in Chromed Steel, seats and backs in cowhide leather in excellent condition. This piece of furniture comes from the premises o...
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Early 2000s Danish Scandinavian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Steel
Danish armchair in white leather and chrome steel, model FK 6725 Fabricius/Knoll
Located in JOINVILLE-LE-PONT, FR
Superb Scandinavian armchair. Structure with three legs in Chromed Steel, seats and backs in cowhide leather in excellent condition. This piece of furniture comes from the premises o...
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Early 2000s Danish Scandinavian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Steel
2 Danish deskchairs, Leather and steel, “Tulip chair” by Fabricius & Kalsthom.
Located in JOINVILLE-LE-PONT, FR
Superb Scandinavian armchairs. Structure with three legs in Chromed Steel, seats and backs in cowhide leather in excellent condition. This piece of furniture comes from the premises ...
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Early 2000s Danish Scandinavian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Steel
Scandinavian Modern Office Chair, Model 3217, by Arne Jacobsen and Fritz Hansen
Located in Lejre, DK
"Seven" office chair, model 3217, with armrests and swivel function in cognac classic leather designed by Arne Jacobsen in the 1950s and manufactured by Fritz Hansen.
This product w...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Leather
Scandinavian midcentury design office chair atr. Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Scandinavian midcentury design office chair atr. Ilmari Tapiovaara professionally stained and repolished.
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1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Wood
Preben Fabricius and Jørgen Kastholm Office Chair Model FK84, 1962
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning office chair Model FK84 by Preben Fabricius & Jørgen Kastholm for Kill International, 1962, early production with cantilevering back rest, in black leather on a three star c...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Arne Jacobsen Oxford Chair
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Arne Jacobsen Oxford chair five star base in aluminum.
New upholstered with black pure aniline leather
Made by Fritz Hansen.
Original designed for the Oxford university.
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Leather
Danish Modern Black Leather Chair and Ottoman
Located in New York, NY
Danish modern black leather chair and ottoman, with upholstered seat and arms, above a five footed star base.
Dimensions: 42" H x 30" W x 31" D x 1...
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21st Century and Contemporary Scandinavian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Leather
Armchair by Fritz Hansen, Danish Design, 1940s
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Lejre, DK
Armchair in fabric designed and made by Fritz Hansen in 1940s. Original condition.
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1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Faux Leather, Beech
Fritz Hansen "DAN" Swivel Chair by Magnus Stephensen in Bent Beechwood, 1930s
Located in Odense, DK
Rare and important "DAN" swivel chair in beech bentwood produced at Fritz Hansen, Copenhagen in the 1930s. The chair was designed by Magnus Stephensen and is considered an icon in th...
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1930s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Beech
1960s Set of Two fully restored Erik Kirkegaard Oak Arm Chairs Green Upholstery
Located in Knebel, DK
1960s Set of Two fully restored Erik Kirkegaard Oak Arm Chairs Custom Upholstery
This weeks offer as of friday November 9th. is a set of 6 elbow armchairs designed by the Danish desi...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
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Oak
Fabricius & Kastholm Swivel Chair in Leather and Steel
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Preben Fabricius and Jørgen Kastholm for Kill International, swivel chair model 'FK 6725', leather, steel, fiberglass, Denmark, designed in 1966
Wonderful 'Bird Chair' by designer ...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Steel
Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Set of Four 'Oxford' Chairs
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, set of four 'Oxford' chairs, metal, yellow fabric, Denmark, design 1965, later production
These classic executive office chairs feature a medium high...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Metal
The Swan office chair by Arne Jacobsen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
AJ 3323 - Reupholstered 'The Swan' lounge chair in olive-tanned aniline leather (Vitoria 7348) on an old four-star base with tilt function and on wheels. Arne Jacobsen / Fritz Hansen
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Steel
Rare Illum Wikkelsø Armchairs
Located in Dronten, NL
Distinguished armchairs with chromed flat steel frame and armrests in rosewood, designed by Illum Wikkelsø.
Seat and back in brown wool, re-upholstery available upon request.
Five ch...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Steel
Niels Otto Moller 1951 Dining Chairs in Original Black Leather
Located in London, GB
Pictured is a set of six dining chairs designed by Niels Otto Moller in 1951 and made by JL Moller before 1969, as indicated by the round disc label. Original black leather is in fai...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Leather
Vintage Danish Modern Rosewood Chair Model 42 by Kai Kristiansen, 1960s
Located in Asaa, DK
Vintage Danish Modern rosewood chair Model 42 by Kai Kristiansen, 1960s.
Mid-Century Modern armchair designed by Danish architec...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Bouclé, Rosewood
Armchair by Lysberg Hansen & Terp, 1940s
Located in Lejre, DK
Armchair in mahogany, leather and horsehair. Designed and made by Lysberg Hansen & Terp in 1940s. Made in Denmark. Great original condition.
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1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Mahogany, Leather
Desk Chair in Patinated Leather and Oak by Danish Cabinetmaker Frits Henningsen
Located in Lejre, DK
Swivel chair with adjustable height in patinated leather and oak. Designed and made by Frits Henningsen. Made in Denmark, great original condition.
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1940s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
Kaare Klint Red Chair, Rud. Rasmussen, 1930s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Kaare Klint 'Red Chair' in Cuban mahogany, Niger leather and brass nails. Executed by Rud. Rasmussen 1936-1940.
Underside with manufacturer's paper label RUD. RASMUSSENS/SNEDKERIER/...
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1930s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Brass
Hans J. Wegner Pair of Chinese Chairs in Mahogany for Fritz Hansen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Hans J. Wegner Chinese chairs in mahogany. Loose seat cushions upholstered with leather, fitted with buttons. Executed by Fritz Hansen.
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1990s Danish Scandinavian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Danish Armchair in Patinated Leather Cuban Mahogany, 1930s
Located in Lejre, DK
Armchair in patinated leather made by Danish Cabinetmaker in 1930s. Great original condition.
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1930s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Vintage Danish Desk Chair, 1960s
Located in ŚWINOUJŚCIE, 32
Vintage Danish wooden armchair from 1960s.
Elegant and sculptural Danish Mid-Century Modern armchair in solid wood. Round tapered legs. Flared ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Kaare Klint Red Chair for Rud. Rasmussen, 1930s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Kaare Klint Red chair. Executed by Rud. Rasmussen.
Mahogany, black horsehair and brass nails.
Underside with manufacturer's paper label RUD. RASMUSSENS/SNEDKERIER/45 NØRREBROGAD/K...
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1930s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Brass
Niels Otto Moller 1951 Dining Chairs with Arms in Original Black Leather
Located in London, GB
Priced and sold as single chairs, pictured is a set of four dining chairs with arms designed by Niels Otto Moller in 1951 and made by JL Moller before 1969, as indicated by the round disc label. Original black leather is in fair condition showing cracking and marks from normal wear and tear. Webbing would benefit from being replaced, either re-using original leather or selecting new leather.
If purchased at full listing price, reupholstery with new black aniline leather and new webbing will be included in price. If chairs are bought as is in with original black leather and original webbing, then a 20% discount is available. Please make an offer...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Leather
Pair of "Mondo" by Karl-Erik Ekselius, Sweden, 1970s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Produced by JOC, Vetlanda, Sweden, 1970s. Original brown leather.
Good condition with small signs of usage and patina.
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1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Steel
Arne Vodder Armchair with Original Black Leather, circa 1960s
By Arne Vodder, Sibast
Located in London, GB
Pictured is a set of seven armchairs priced and sold inidividually designed by Arne Vodder and made in the 1960s by Sibast. Original black leather is in good condition showing minor ...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Leather
Scandinavian Modern office chairs and desk chairs for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Scandinavian Modern office chairs and desk chairs for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage office chairs and desk chairs created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, animal skin and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Scandinavian Modern office chairs and desk chairs made in a specific country, there are Europe, Scandinavia, and Denmark pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original office chairs and desk chairs, popular names associated with this style include Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen, Hans J. Wegner, and Kaare Klint. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for office chairs and desk chairs differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $391 and tops out at $21,685 while the average work can sell for $2,787.
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