Scandinavian Modern Furniture
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
- Scandinavian design and Nordic design originated primarily in Denmark, Sweden, Finland, Iceland and Norway
- Introduced in the United States in mid-20th century
- Informed by the Bauhaus; 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
Itsu Oy Ceiling Lamp in Brass and Yellow Opaline Glass, 1950s
By Itsu
Located in Prague, New Town
Rare ceiling lamp, produced by Itsu Oy in Finland, 1950s. Made from brass, decorative details in brass, with 4 shades in yellow-tonen opaline glass.
This elegant ceiling lamp was pr...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
1960s Blue Surreal Top Hat 'Model V298' Wall Light By Hans Agne Jakobsson
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
This striking wall lamp from the 1960s is a playful and sculptural design by Hans-Agne Jakobsson, the celebrated Swedish lighting designer known for his innovative and atmospheric cr...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal, Brass
Set of Razorblade Dining Chairs attr. to Henning Kjaernulf for Nyrup Møbelfabrik
Located in Beerse, VAN
Rare set of dining chairs attributed to Danish designer Henning Kjaernulf for Nyrup Møbelfabrik.
The chairs have beautiful razor-shaped backrests, and are made of solid brown staine...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Oak
Ludvig Sturm Set of Ten Dining Chairs in Green Velvet, Sweden ca. 1948
By Ludvig Sturm
Located in Prague, New Town
Ludvig Sturm for Inrednings-Kompaniet AB, set of 10 Swedish Modern dining chairs, oak, Sweden, ca. 1948.
A large set of 10 Swedish Modern dining chairs in oak, designed by Ludvig St...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Velvet, Oak
Swedish Designer, Lounge Chairs, Birch, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of birch and brown fabric lounge chairs designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 33.75"H x 26.25"W x 28.5"D
Seat Height (inches): 17.25"
Arm ...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Birch
Faience ceramic mirror by Stig Lindberg
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful 1950's Faience ceramic mirror by Stig Lindberg for Gustavsberg. Milky white ceramic featuring a selection of flower motifs in bright colors. In a very good vintage conditio...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Ceramic, Glass
Brown Stoneware Vase by Swedish Ceramist Claes Thell, 1977
By Claes Thell
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful stoneware vase with amazing glaze.
Made by Claes Thell, in the artist's studio, Höganäs, Sweden, 1977.
Great condition. Signed Thell '77.
Claes Thell is a Swedish cera...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
ASEA mid century chandelier pendant lamp, brass, oak & glass, Sweden, 1950s
By ASEA
Located in Forserum, SE
A modernist chandelier produced by the Swedish lighting manufacturer ASEA Belysning in the 1950s. Crafted from solid oak and brass, it features three curved arms holding white glass ...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Swedish Designer, Lounge Chair, Birch, Fabric, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A dark-stained birch and white fabric lounge chair or club chair designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1930s.
Seat height: 16.25”
All upholstered furniture can be reupholstered upon ...
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1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Birch
Pendant light T-510 in Pinewood by Hans-Agne Jakobsson for AB Markaryd, 1960s
Located in Vorst, BE
Pine veneer pendant lamp model T-510 by Hans-Agne Jakobsson. Manufactured by AB Ellysett in Sweden.
The lamp is composed by pine veneer stripes, bent in a ring form and fixed onto a...
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Late 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Pine
Danish Art Deco Table Lamp in Tin with Pink Pleated Shade, 1940s
Located in Odense, DK
A playful yet elegant table lamp in tin, topped with a soft pink pleated lampshade that spreads a warm, cozy glow. The base has a clean, rounded shape with a slight patina that adds ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal, Tin
Vintage Modernist Sideboard by Ib Kofod Larsen, Denmark, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Cool, rare sideboard by Ib Kofod Larsen, made from rosewood. Clean design with a smooth veneer pattern. Cabinet doors and drawers with decorative round wooden handles in a darker nua...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Rosewood
Swedish Designer, Wall Mirror, Wood, Metal, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A sizable etched mirror-glass, metal and wood wall mirror designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 44.25"H x 30.0"W x 1.75"D
All items ship from High...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal
Royal Copenhagen Baca Vase by Johanne Gerber, Danish Modern Ceramic 1970s
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Danish Mid-century ceramic vase from the Royal Copenhagen "Baca" series. Manufactured in the 1970s.
The decor with stylised apples was designed by Danish designer Johanne Gerber an...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Vintage "Grasshopper" Floor Lamp, Greta Magnusson-Grossman, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare “Grasshopper” floor lamp by Greta Magnusson-Grossman, made from lacquered metal with amazing lines and proportions. Original petroleum blue lacquer that has aged beautifully.
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal
Swedish Modern Guldheden desk by Carl Malmsten, 1960's
Located in Uccle, BE
This 'Nya Guldheden' desk was created by one of Sweden's best known furniture designers : Carl Malmsten. Born in Stockholm in 1888 and died in 1972, the artist spent his life creatin...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Wood, Walnut
Lamp Gustaf Table Lamps, Pine, Fabric, Sweden
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Vintage art deco style table lamps manufactured by Lamp Gustaf AB in Sweden in the 1980s.
Solid circular pine wood base with black lacquered metal swan neck. Original draped flower l...
Category
Late 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal
Axel Einar Hjorth Lövo Side table , 1930's
Located in Uccle, BE
Axel Einar Hjorth was a renowned Swedish designer of the 20th century, recognized for his influence in the modern Swedish design movement. Active during the first half of the 20th century, he was one of the pioneers of the modern Swedish design movement. Hjorth skillfully merged the functional aesthetics of Scandinavian design with a distinctive artistic sensibility, creating furniture pieces that transcend eras.
The "Lövo side table...
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1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Pine
Pr. Mid Century Danish Modern Clipper Lounge Chairs by Soren Nissen & Ebbe Gehl
Located in New York, NY
Chic pair of Clipper lounge chairs designed. by Soren Nissen & Ebbe Gehl, made in Denmark by Jeki Mobler circa 1970's. The chairs feature bent wood frames, upholstered sling seats, ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Wood
Sisal and Walnut Pendant Lamp by Temde
Located in München, DE
Exceptionally beautiful and large pendant lamp from the 1960s.
The design is very unusual.
The shape and materials create a warm and very pleasant light.
Condition:
Very good vinta...
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1960s German Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Raffia, Plastic, Walnut
1960s Pair of Danish Søholm Tall Blue Ceramic Table Lamps Einar Johansen Attr.
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Pair of stylish tall Mid-century Danish table lamps from the acknowledged stoneware manufacturer Søholm. Manufactured circa 1960s. The designer is unknown but we suppose they were de...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Ceramic, Fabric
Danish Mid Century Low Brutalist Sideboard in Oak, By Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s
Located in Odense, DK
Appealing low modern sideboard, made in oak. Beautiful carved front design and rich storage space. Designed by Henning (Henry) Kjærnulf for Nyrup Møbelfabrik in the 1960s. Crafted fr...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Oak
Set of 6 Henning Kjærnulf Dining Chairs, Oak and Rubelli Bouclé, Denmark, 1960s
Located in The Hague, NL
This striking set of six dining chairs was designed by Henning (Henry) Kjærnulf in the 1960s. Produced by Nyrup Møbelfabrik in Denmark, these chairs represent a rare variant of Kjærn...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Bouclé, Upholstery, Oak
Round Side Table in Quartersawn Oak by Henry Kjærnulf, 1960s, Denmark
Located in Odense, DK
Round side table in solid quarter sawn oak with a beautiful wood grain. The table was made in Denmark in the 1960s and is attributed to Henning Kjærnulf. The table is solid and sturd...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Oak
A Hexagon Stool in Oak, Reupholstered in Lambswool, Danish Cabinetmaker, 1950s
Located in Odense, DK
A Danish modern stool in oak, featuring distinctive curly legs and a hexagonal seat newly upholstered in high-quality dark grey lambswool. Crafted by a Danish cabinetmaker in the 195...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Lambskin, Sheepskin, Wool, Oak
Curved Art Deco Sofa in Green Velour, Swedish Modern, 1940s
Located in Odense, DK
This distinctive sofa, upholstered in rich green velour, exemplifies the refined artistry of a Swedish cabinetmaker from the 1940s Art Deco era. It exudes both charm and sophisticati...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Velvet, Birch
Swedish Pine Wood Sonce by Markslöjd, Sweden, 1980s
By Markslöjd
Located in Værløse, DK
Swedish Modern Pine Wood Sconce made by Markslöjd. circa 1980 A fine piece for at beautiful place.
* Pine wood sconce with a white fabric shade.
* Manufacturer: Markslöjd, Sweden
* ...
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1980s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Wood, Pine
Swedish Designer, Curved Sofa, Wood, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A curved wood and beige fabric sofa designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 35.0"H x 94.0"W x 48.0"D
Seat Height (inches): 16.0"
Arm Height (inches...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Tapio Wirkkala Stainless Steel Puukko Knife with Leather Sheath Hackman Finland
Located in London, GB
Tapio Wirkkala Puukko Knife by Hackman Finnish Design
This vintage Puukko knife, designed by renowned Finnish designer Tapio Wirkkala and produc...
Category
1960s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Stainless Steel, Brass
Swedish Designer, Pendant Light, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and etched glass pendant light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1930s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 11.75"H x 19.0"W x 19.0"D
Stem Length (inches): 1.0"
Dimensions of C...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
ASEA, Wall Lights, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1940s
By ASEA
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass and sand-blasted glass wall light produced by ASEA, Sweden, c. 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (Inches): 6.5"H x 25.0"W x 6.5"D
Back Plate Dimensions (Inches): 1.25"H x 2...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
$4,800 / set
Swedish Designer, Pendant Light, Iron, Glass, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A bronze-painted iron and white opaline glass pendant light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 20.5"H x 10.25"W x 4.375"D
Stem Length (inches):...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Iron
Swedish Designer, Flush Mount, Glass, Metal, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A beige opaline glass and metal flush mount with printed floral motifs designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 4.0"H x 9.75"W x 9.75"D
Bulb specific...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal
Josef Frank, Floor Lamp, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable brass and floral printed fabric floor lamp designed by Josef Frank and produced by Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, c. 1940s.
Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 60.0"H x 22....
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Rectangular Stool in Oak, Reupholstered in Lambswool, Danish Cabinetmaker, 1950s
Located in Odense, DK
A (foot)stool in oak, featuring sculptural legs and a rectangular seat newly upholstered in high-quality light grey lambswool. Crafted by a Danish cabinetmaker in the 1950s, this stu...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Lambskin, Sheepskin, Wool, Oak
Axel-Einar Hjorth 'Lovö' Cabinet in Pine, Nordiska Kompaniet Sweden, 1930s
Located in The Hague, NL
This very rare cabinet was designed by Axel Einar Hjorth and produced by Nordiska Kompaniet in Sweden. It is part of the iconic Lovö series, designed by Hjorth in the early 1930s.
T...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Iron
Stouby Møbelfabrik, Mid Century 2-Seater Sofa in Brown Leather, 1970s
Located in Odense, DK
A classic Danish Modern two-seater sofa upholstered in brown leather, resting on legs made from solid beech. With its clean lines, balanced proportions, and timeless comfort, the pie...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Leather, Beech
Pine Wood Chandelier by Jan Wickelgren for Aneta, Sweden, 1970s
By Aneta
Located in Værløse, DK
Light White Stained Pine Wood Chandelier with Original Shades designed by Jan Wickelgren for Aneta in the 1970s. A cosy piece of lightning for an exquisite home.
* Light-white st...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Pine, Wood
Göran Malmvall 'Sportstugemöbler' Corner Cabinet in Pine, 1950s
Located in Prague, New Town
'Sportstugemöbler' corner cabinet, designed by Göran Malmvall. Produced by Karl Andersson & Söner in Sweden, 1950s. Made from dark stained pine. Interior with two shelves, single doo...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Pine
1950’s Swedish Cabinet With Nordens Flora Illustrations
By Josef Frank
Located in Turners Falls, MA
1950’s Swedish Cabinet later papered with illustrations by C.A. Lindman book Nordens Flora.
Cabinet consists of large doors concealing interior adjustable shelves and drawers.
K...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Beech, Paper
Swedish Modern Chest of Drawers by Axel Larsson in Birchwood, Bodafors, 1930s
Located in Odense, DK
Wonderful little chest of drawers by Axel Larsson made in the 1930s at Svenska Möbekfabrikkerne, Bodafors, Sweden. Veneered in flamed birch with buds in hardwood. The 1000 series was...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Hardwood, Birch
Stig Lindberg Unique Ceramic Cylindrical Bowl Planter in Oxblood for Gustavsberg
Located in Troy, MI
Large unique ceramic vessel by Stig Lindberg for Gustavsberg Studio
Sweden circa 1960's
Cylindrical form with molten spotted glaze in contrasting oxblood and mossy green
Signed to u...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Antti Nurmesniemi, set of four Sauna dtools, designed for the Palace Hotel, 1970
Located in Hägersten-Liljeholmen, Stockholms län
Really nice set of the famous Horseshoe Sauna Stool Designed in 1952 for the interior of the Palace Hotel in Helsinki. This set has been produced in the late 80's in Laminated-birch ...
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1970s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Birch
Swedish Designer, Table Lamp, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and glass table lamp designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 11.25"H x 4.625"W x 4.625"D
Dimensions of Shade (inches): 3.0" Top Diameter x 8...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
1940's Danish Lounge Chair
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Turners Falls, MA
1940's high back lounge chair. Denmark, Elegant and classic Danish design.
Please contact about delivery to NYC area.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Beech
$3,500 / item
Danish Mid Century Modern, Long Bench in Solid Oak, Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s
Located in Odense, DK
This rare and sculptural oak bench was designed by a Danish cabinetmaker in the 1950s. Attributed to Henning (Henry) Kjærnulf. Crafted entirely from solid oak, the piece is character...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Oak
A Pair of Art Deco Easy Chairs in Green Velour, Swedish Cabinetmaker, 1940s
Located in Odense, DK
This pair of lounge chairs in green velour showcases the remarkable craftsmanship of a Swedish cabinetmaker during the Art Deco period in the 1940s. These chairs have an air of elega...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Velvet, Birch
Early Le Klint Table + Wall Lamp 306 by Kaare Klint, Brass + Paper Shade 1940s
By Kaare Klint, Le Klint
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Rare original version !
Here is one of the legendary Danish Le Klint Table Lamps model 306 by Professor and Architect Kaare Klint
It is made of brass and comes with a vintage origina...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Florence Knoll Wenge Sideboard by Knoll International, 1960s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
We have two in the same wenge wood finish on offer. One small and one large. Here you bid on the larger one.
This one has a beautiful grain. On the left door on the outer edge is a ...
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1960s German Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Scandinavian Modern Fritz Hansen Sheepskin Easy Chairs Model FH-1669
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Odense, DK
Wonderful pair of Fritz Hansen model FH-1669 lounge chairs from the original licensed production in the 1940s. The chairs have been refinished and reupholstered in best quality shea...
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1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Sheepskin, Beech
Original Danish Caprani Floor Lamp, 1970s, Denmark
Located in Værløse, DK
Original Caprani no. 820 floor lamp by Mads Caprani in the 1970s. It is in excellent condition with the original shade and barely any marks. Absolutely best kept we have ever seen. ...
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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Modern, Cabinet in Oak, By a Danish Cabinetmaker in the 1960s
Located in Odense, DK
A charming cabinet in oak. Great patina and a fine carved front design. Made by a Danish cabinetmaker in the 1960s.
This intriguing brutalist object will fit in many interior styles...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Oak
Large ceiling light by Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in Long Island City, NY
8 lights ceiling light designed by Hans-Agne Jakobsson for Markaryd, Sweden. Model T 261/8. Circa 1970th.
Polished brass. Newly rewired with UL Certification.
Some scratches, few bra...
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1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Glass and brass table Lamp 1819 by Josef Frank, Svenskt Tenn, Sweden
Located in Hägersten, SE
Table lamp model 1819 designed by Josef Frank in 1934. This piece produced by Firma Svenskt Tenn around the 1950-60s. Large mould blown clear glass square with brass top part and lam...
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1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Large Seven Arms Chandelier Solid Pine with Fabric Shades by Luxus Sweden, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
This unique, NOS; New Old Stock, never used solid pine wood, seven-light chandelier was created in this “golden age of Scandinavian design”, a period that saw the revival of an eleme...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Iron
Börne Augustsson, Table Lamp, Glass, Brass, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A yellow blown glass and brass table lamp designed by Börne Augustsson and produced by Åseda Glasbruk, Sweden, c. 1940s.
Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 8.0"H x 5.0"W x 5.0"D
Dimensio...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Swedish Mid Century Modern slat back dining chairs designed by Carl Malmsten
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Swedish Mid Century Modern slat back dining chairs designed by Carl Malmsten. Solid birch frames with leather upholstery that has a dyed finish. Very sturdy simple set of Swedish mod...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Leather, Birch
Scandinavian mid century chandelier pendant lamp, brass & glass, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Forserum, SE
Scandinavian mid-century pendant lamp, produced by an unidentified Swedish manufacturer in the 1950s. Crafted from brass, it features three curved arms attached to a bell-shaped cent...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Large Chandelier by Paavo Tynell for Taito
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Long Island City, NY
Large chandelier designed by Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy. Finland, circa 1940s. Hand blown opaline glass shades on polished brass hardware. Newly rewired.
Category
1940s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
$45,000 / item
Swedish Designer, Wall Light, Brass, Parchment, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and beige parchment paper wall light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (Inches): 13.25"H x 10.875"W x 7.0"D
Back Plate Dimensions (Inches): 3.75...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Scandinavian Modern furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Scandinavian Modern furniture 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 furniture created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, lighting, decorative objects and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Scandinavian Modern furniture 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 furniture, popular names associated with this style include Hans J. Wegner, Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Rörstrand, and Rug & Kilim. 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 furniture differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $12 and tops out at $350,000 while the average work can sell for $2,339.
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If anyone is brave, humble and adept enough to recolor these mid-century masterpieces, it’s Ilse Crawford. Here, she gives us the details on her five earthy paint choices and tells us how she feels about design collaborations.
113 Chairs That Prove Danish Design Isn’t Limited to Denmark
In an innovative display, the Designmuseum Danmark is permanently exhibiting the 20th century's most iconic seats.
April’s Most-Liked Interiors on Instagram
Our feed is filled with the world's most beautiful spaces. See the 10 our followers have deemed the best of the best this month.
Tapio Wirkkala Bucked the Trends of Mid-Century Nordic Design
The Finnish talent created nature-inspired pieces, from furniture to jewelry, with phenomenal staying power.
The Married Collectors behind Stockholm’s Newest Design Museum
Kersti Sandin and Lars Bülow want their new endeavor to educate both students and professionals about furniture design.