Scandinavian Modern Tables
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
Scandinavian Designer Natural Wood and Black Coffee Table
Located in Paris, FR
This eye-catching coffee table has the same language as our Dining Table.
A unique design that defies structural boundaries and symmetrical balances. The Finnish concept fits like ...
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Tables
Materials
Birch
Göran Malmvall Pine Coffee Table for Svensk Fur, Sweden 1940s
Located in Utrecht, NL
This simple, beautifully designed and executed coffee table shows why this is. This early mid-century modern Göran Malmvall table combines aesthet...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Tables
Materials
Pine
Danish Modern Nesting Table Set in Rosewood
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful and elegant Danish modern nesting tables set. All three tables feature rich color and vibrant grain patterns. Perfectly executed...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Tables
Materials
Wood
Vintage Danish Mid Century Modern Rosewood Coffee Table by Severin Hansen
Located in San Marcos, CA
Here is a beautiful scandinavian modern cocktail table in rosewood designed by Severin Hansen Jr and manufactured by Haslev Mobelsnedkeri in Denmark in the 1960's.
This stunning tab...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Tables
Materials
Rosewood
Severin Hansen Coffee Table with Nesting Tables for Haslev Brazilian Rosewood
Located in Dallas, TX
A trio of rosewood tables by Scandinavian master Severin Hansen. The large table could serve as a coffee table and the smaller tables as drink or tv tables. The smaller tables have a...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Tables
Materials
Rosewood
"Egetræ" Scandinavian Modern Red Oak Single Slab Table With Solid Steel Legs
Located in Frankfurt, KY
A substantial, thick slab of Canadian Red Oak atop a cold-rolled steel base showcases the clean lines and minimal design of this dining or conference table. Featuring hand-crafted Re...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Tables
Materials
Steel
Dining Table in Oak of Danish Design Manufactured by Skovby Furniture Factory
Located in Lejre, DK
This dining table is a beautiful example of Danish design from the 1960s, manufactured by renowned Skovby Møbelfabrik, known for their quality and craftsmanship.
The table is made o...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Tables
Materials
Oak
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Walnut Wood Condor Coffee Table from Örebro Glass
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This organically sculptured Condor coffee table was designed by Fredrik Schriever-Abeln and manufactured by Örebro Glass in Sweden during the 1960s...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Tables
Materials
Smoked Glass, Walnut
Maple Williams Dining Table Orange Hairpin Legs Oval Top
Located in Cincinnati, US
A thin, elegant and light table that can be customized to any shape, size and color desired. This handcrafted item perfectly blends industrial hairpin legs with a beveled wooden top....
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Tables
Materials
Steel
Mid Century Asymmetric Swedish Folding / Flip Table in Pine, 1950s
Located in Odense, DK
Mid century asymmetric Swedish folding / flip table in pine, 1950s.
Handcrafted by unknown Swedish cabinetmaker. Nicely patinated. Great lines that fits the modern interior.
Strong...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Tables
Materials
Pine
Steel and Teak Desk by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen. Denmark, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Elegant, minimalist desk by Arne Jacobsen. Sleek steel frame with wooden feet, beautiful teak table top. Neat size.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Tables
Materials
Steel
Maple Williams Dining Table Yellow Hairpin Legs Oval Top
Located in Cincinnati, US
A thin, elegant and light table that can be customized to any shape, size and color desired. This handcrafted item perfectly blends industrial hairpin legs with a beveled wooden top....
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Tables
Materials
Steel
1960s Mid Century Danish Modern Tiled Square Corner End Table Denmark
Located in Dayton, OH
Danish modern square teak side accent table. Made of teak wood featuring a floral / leaf motif tiled top. Measure: 29".
Category
1960s Vintage Scandinavian Modern Tables
Materials
Ceramic, Teak
Scandinavian Designer Natural Wood Medium Size Dining or Conference Table
Located in Paris, FR
The finish concept of SISU fits like a glove to this table description: greety bravery when sucess is against the odds.
A “U” shape holds this table together forming a dynamic and ...
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Tables
Materials
Birch
Mid-Century Modern Vejle Stole Mobelfabrik Danish Denmark Rosewood Side Table
Located in Dayton, OH
Mid-Century Modern Vejle Stole Movelfabrik console, accent or side table. Made of rosewood featuring rectangular form and large rollilng casters. Marked Made in Denmark along bottom....
Category
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Tables
Materials
Rosewood
Maple Williams Dining Table White Hairpin Legs, Square Top
Located in Cincinnati, US
A thin, elegant and light table that can be customized to any shape, size and color desired. This handcrafted item perfectly blends industrial hairpin legs with a beveled wooden top....
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Tables
Materials
Steel
Vintage Coffee Table with 3 Legs and Brass Details Scandinavia
Located in Oostrum-Venray, NL
Vintage coffee table with 3 legs and brass details Scandinavia.
Beautiful coffee table made in Scandinavia.
An oval top with three slender legs...
Category
1960s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Tables
Materials
Brass
Midcentury Desk in Rosewood and Stool in Patinated Leather, Danish Modern, 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
Desk and stool in rosewood designed and made in Denmark in the 1960s. Great condition.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Tables
Materials
Brass
Scandinavian Designer Natural Wood Large Size Dining or Conference Table
Located in Paris, FR
The finish concept of SISU fits like a glove to this table description: greety bravery when sucess is against the odds.
A “U” shape holds this table together forming a dynamic and ...
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Tables
Materials
Birch
Set of Nesting Tables in Teak of Danish Design from the 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
Set of nesting tables in teak of Danish design from the 1960s. The tables are in great vintage condition.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Tables
Materials
Teak
Customizable Coffee Table Groove, More Sizes, More Wood Finishes
By DK3
Located in Paris, FR
Groove coffee table
(Price is for one pce)
Solid wood tabletop and base
Table height:
– 30 cm
– 37,5 cm
– 45 cm
Tabletop diameter:
– 60...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Tables
Materials
Oak
Scandinavian Designer Natural Wood Small Size Dining Table
Located in Paris, FR
A “U” shape holds this table together forming a dynamic and asymmetrical piece. Each pair of legs is different, giving the table a different look on each side.
It’s minimalistic ele...
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Tables
Materials
Birch
Extendable Dining Table in Teak by Niels Møller Fro J. L. Møller, Denmark, 1950s
Located in Hägersten, SE
Dining table designed by Niels Møller. Produced in Denmark by J.L. Møller during the 1960s. Made from teak. "Dutch" inlays that is stored conveniently underneath the main table top. ...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Tables
Materials
Teak
Deep Green Study Desk with Natural Linoleum Table Top, Customizable
By &New
Located in Leicester, GB
The &New Study desk is made with a deep green powder-coated steel frame and a color-matched natural linoleum tabletop. The linoleum for our desks is selecte...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Scandinavian Modern Tables
Materials
Steel
Dining Table with Extentions in Teak of Danish Design from the 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
This exquisite dining table, an epitome of Danish design from the 1960s, is crafted from teak, renowned for its rich grain and durability. Its sleek and elegant design is characteriz...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Tables
Materials
Teak
Maple Williams Dining Table Gold Hairpin Legs Circle Top
Located in Cincinnati, US
A thin, elegant and light table that can be customized to any shape, size and color desired. This handcrafted item perfectly blends industrial hairpin legs with a beveled wooden top....
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Tables
Materials
Steel
Maple Williams Dining Table Red Hairpin Legs Circle Top
Located in Cincinnati, US
A thin, elegant and light table that can be customized to any shape, size and color desired. This handcrafted item perfectly blends industrial hairpin legs with a beveled wooden top....
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Tables
Materials
Steel
Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wood Coffee Table with Colorful Ceramic Mosaic
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This coffee table was designed by Edvard Johansson for the Swedish manufacture Edvard Johansson Möbelfabrik during the 1960s. The table made of dark-colored beech wood. The tabletop ...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Tables
Materials
Ceramic, Beech
"Heritage" Chilean Mesquite Solid Bronze-Leg Desk with Brass Butterfly Inlays
Located in Frankfurt, KY
Custom-made solid brass butterfly inlays interlock book-matched Chilean Mesquite atop a solid bronze base. Honoring the South American origins of Chile...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Tables
Materials
Bronze, Brass
Scandinavian Designer Ecological Wood Console
Located in Paris, FR
Imagine coming home from the rugged Nordic climate, to an intimate space to hibernate and refresh the soul.
This console was designed elegantly with minimalistic lines, where funct...
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Tables
Materials
Birch
Maple Williams Dining Table Pink Hairpin Legs Rectangle Top
Located in Cincinnati, US
A thin, elegant and light table that can be customized to any shape, size and color desired. This handcrafted item perfectly blends industrial hairpin legs with a beveled wooden top....
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Tables
Materials
Steel
Walnut Williams Dining Table Blood Red Hairpin Legs Oval Top
Located in Cincinnati, US
A thin, elegant and light table that can be customized to any shape, size and color desired. This handcrafted item perfectly blends industrial hairpin legs with a beveled wooden top....
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Tables
Materials
Steel
Midcentury Desk in Rosewood, Danish Modern, 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
Desk in rosewood designed and made in Denmark in the 1960s. Great condition.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Tables
Materials
Brass
Kai Kristiansen Rosewood "Cube" of Three Interlocking Nesting Tables
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Kai Kristiansen for Vildbjerg Møbelfabrik "cube" of nesting tables in rosewood. Composed of three tables two tables "slide" into the center table's side slots creating an ingeniously...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Tables
Materials
Rosewood
Mezcalito Flaco, Contemporary White Oak Limestone Side Table by SinCa Design
By SinCa Design
Located in Tolland, CT
The contemporary "Mezcalito Flaco" side table is one of a collection of three. Each one with a different geometrically shaped based. They are constructed with the same techniques use...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary North American Scandinavian Modern Tables
Materials
Limestone
Maple Williams Dining Table Yellow Hairpin Legs Circle Top
Located in Cincinnati, US
A thin, elegant and light table that can be customized to any shape, size and color desired. This handcrafted item perfectly blends industrial hairpin legs with a beveled wooden top....
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Tables
Materials
Steel
Maple Williams Dining Table Black Hairpin Legs Circle Top
Located in Cincinnati, US
A thin, elegant and light table that can be customized to any shape, size and color desired. This handcrafted item perfectly blends industrial hairpin legs with a beveled wooden top....
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Tables
Materials
Steel
Maple Williams Dining Table Gold Hairpin Legs Oval Top
Located in Cincinnati, US
A thin, elegant and light table that can be customized to any shape, size and color desired. This handcrafted item perfectly blends industrial hairpin legs with a beveled wooden top....
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Tables
Materials
Steel
Scandinavian Designer Natural Tainted Wood Coffee Table
Located in Paris, FR
This coffee table is the perfect combination of Scandinavian functionality carefully designed with clean lines and contrasting colors that enhance it´s form. The rythmic dark profile...
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Tables
Materials
Birch
Mid Century Danish Modern Cocktail Table Kristiansen Thomassen
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Simple and elegant 3 panel smoked glass cocktail table with architectural spacing and large ship lap dovetail joints. Rounded legs that square off. In excel...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Tables
Materials
Smoked Glass, Teak
"Heritage" Midcentury Modern Brass & Sonoran Mesquite Table With Brass Butterfly
Located in Frankfurt, KY
Custom-made solid brass butterfly inlays interlock book-matched Sonoran Mesquite atop a solid brass base. Indigenous to the southwest Sonoran Desert, the Sonoran Mesquite has a life...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Tables
Materials
Brass
Midcentury Nesting Tables in Rosewood by Erling Torvits, 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
Set of nesting tables in rosewood designed by Erling Torvits and made by Heltborg Møbler - Great original condition.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Tables
Materials
Rosewood
Vintage Danish Mid-Century Modern Rosewood and Chrome Large Coffee Table
Located in San Marcos, CA
Here is a large Scandinavian modern coffee table in rosewood and chrome accent manufactured in Denmark in the 1970''s.
This coffee table, in its original condition, features a large...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Tables
Materials
Rosewood
Walnut Williams Dining Table Pink Hairpin Legs Square Top
Located in Cincinnati, US
A thin, elegant and light table that can be customized to any shape, size and color desired. This handcrafted item perfectly blends industrial hairpin legs with a beveled wooden top....
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Tables
Materials
Steel
Helge Vestergaard Jensen Dining Table Produced by Peder Pedersen in Denmark
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Very rare dining table designed by Helge Vestergaard Jensen. Produced by Peder Pedersen in Denmark.
Measure: Width: 130 ( 310) cm.
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Tables
Materials
Brass
Coffee Table in Rosewood by Johannes Andersen for Trensum, Sweden
Located in Goteborg, SE
Coffee table in bent shape. Made in rosewood by Trensum, Sweden. The table was designed by the Danish architect Johannes Andersen.
Category
1960s Vintage Scandinavian Modern Tables
Materials
Rosewood
Pair of Side Tables in Solid Teak by Hvidt & Mølgaard, Made in Denmark
Located in Lejre, DK
Pair of mid-century side tables in solid teak with brass legs. Designed by Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard for France & Son in 1960s. Made in Denmark. Great original condition.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Tables
Materials
Brass
Side Table in Rosewood Designed by Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
Side table in rosewood designed by Henning Kjærnulf and manufactured by Vejle Furniture in the 1960s. The table is in great vintage condition.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Tables
Materials
Rosewood
Erik Riisager Hansen Desk Produced by Haslev Møbelsnedkeri in Denmark
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare freestanding desk designed by Erik Riisager Hansen. Produced by Haslev Møbelsnedkeri in Denmark.
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Tables
Materials
Rosewood
Bench / Side Table Produced in Sweden
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare bench / side table by unknown designer. Produced in Sweden.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Tables
Materials
Pine
Bench / Side Table Produced in Sweden
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare bench / side table by unknown designer. Produced in Sweden.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Tables
Materials
Pine
Walnut Williams Dining Table Grey Hairpin Legs Oval Top
Located in Cincinnati, US
A thin, elegant and light table that can be customized to any shape, size and color desired. This handcrafted item perfectly blends industrial hairpin legs with a beveled wooden top....
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Tables
Materials
Steel
Ilmari Tapiovaara Coffee Table / Side Table Produced by Laukaan Puu in Finland
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare coffee table / side table designed by Ilmari Tapiovaara. Produced by Laukaan Puu in Finland.
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Tables
Materials
Pine
Midcentury Low Table in Teak by Hvidt & Mølgaard, Made in Denmark
Located in Lejre, DK
Low table in teak. Designed by Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard for Søborg Møbler in 1960s. Made in Denmark. Great original condition.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Tables
Materials
Metal
Walnut Williams Dining Table Yellow Hairpin Legs Square Top
Located in Cincinnati, US
A thin, elegant and light table that can be customized to any shape, size and color desired. This handcrafted item perfectly blends industrial hairpin legs with a beveled wooden top....
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Tables
Materials
Steel
Walnut Williams Dining Table Mustard Hairpin Legs Rectangle Top
Located in Cincinnati, US
A thin, elegant and light table that can be customized to any shape, size and color desired. This handcrafted item perfectly blends industrial hairpin legs with a beveled wooden top....
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Tables
Materials
Steel
Walnut Williams Dining Table Blood Red Hairpin Legs Square Top
Located in Cincinnati, US
A thin, elegant and light table that can be customized to any shape, size and color desired. This handcrafted item perfectly blends industrial hairpin legs with a beveled wooden top....
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Tables
Materials
Steel
Walnut Williams Dining Table Prairie Green Hairpin Legs Circle Top
Located in Cincinnati, US
A thin, elegant and light table that can be customized to any shape, size and color desired. This handcrafted item perfectly blends industrial hairpin legs with a beveled wooden top....
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Tables
Materials
Steel
Scandinavian Modern tables for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Scandinavian Modern tables 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 tables created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include tables, seating, case pieces and storage cabinets and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, hardwood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Scandinavian Modern tables 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 tables, popular names associated with this style include Hans J. Wegner, Børge Mogensen, Haslev Mobelsnedkeri, and Fritz Hansen. 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 tables differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $134 and tops out at $91,647 while the average work can sell for $2,652.
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