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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 

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

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 Modern LYFA Table Lamp Patinated Brass Opal Glass 1940s
Located in Odense, DK
Wonderful table lamp in patinated brass and hand blown opal glass manufactured in the 1940s by Danish company LYFA. In the style of Bent Karlby. LYFA has since the 1930s won multipl...
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1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

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Brass

Mogens Koch for Rud Radmussen Modular Library in Mahogany
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Mogens Koch for Rud Rasmussen, modular book case or library, mahogany, Denmark, design 1928 Intriguing and substantial modular library by Danish designer Mogens Koch. This piece is ...
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1920s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

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Mahogany

Pair of Easy Chairs in Teak and Leather by Ib Kofod-Larsen, 1950s
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Pair of Easy Chairs in Teak and Leather by Ib Kofod-Larsen, 1950s Additional Information: Material: Teak and original cognac brown leather Style: midcentury, Scandinavian Rare ...
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20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Teak

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...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Bouclé, Upholstery, Oak

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

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Wood, Walnut

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...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Wood

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....
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass

Early Le Klint Table + Wall Lamp 306 by Kaare Klint, Brass + Paper Shade 1940s
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

Low bookcase / sideboard with intarsia "Arabian Nights", Swedish Modern 1930/40s
By Mjölby Intarsia, Erik Mattson and Sven Ekholm
Located in Stockholm, SE
Low bookcase model Arabian Nights by Sven Ekholm and Erik Matsson for A/B Lamhults Stol- och snickerifabrik and Mjölby Intarsia. Made in Sweden 1930/40s. One cabinet with one shelf...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

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Beech, Elm, Walnut

Swedish Designer, Floor Lamp, Oak, Metal, Fabric, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable oak, metal and beige fabric floor lamp designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1930s. Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 59.0"H x 33.0"W x 14.75"D Bulb Specification...
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1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

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Metal

Odd Knutsen Luna Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Circa 1970 Norweigan leather sling “Luna” chair by Odd Knutsen. Perfectly broken in with charming patina. Wood frame with tufted leather “sling” seat.
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Leather, Wood

Vintage Scandinavian Circular Brass Serving Tray, 1960s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A stylish circular tray in solid brass. It was made during the 1960s or 1970s by Cawa in Denmark in a style reminiscent of Josef Frank and Stelton. It is suitable for serving drinks ...
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1960s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

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Brass

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

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Pine

Pair of Einar Johansen Table Lamps in Glazed Stoneware, Søholm, Denmark, 1960s
Located in The Hague, NL
This striking pair of generously sized table lamps was designed by Einar Johansen and produced by Søholm Stentøj in Denmark during the 1960s. Each lamp is stamped with the manufactur...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

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Stoneware, Fabric

Elhå Belysning, Pendant Light, Metal, Parchment Paper, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A beige-lacquered metal and brown parchment paper "Liberty" pendant light attributed Elhå Belysning, Sweden, c. 1940s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 37.625"H x 15.0"W x 15.0"D Stem ...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

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Metal

Kai Kristiansen Upholstered Bench in Fumed Oak and Mohair
Located in London, England
Kai Kristiansen, a key figure in the Danish Modern movement, designed the Entre Series in 1956 as a modular collection of bedside cabinets, benches, and chests. Combining Danish desi...
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2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Velvet, Oak

1960 Set of 12 Scandinavian Teak Chairs
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Beautiful set of 12 Scandinavian solid teak dining chairs, model 31, fully restored with fabric and high-end finishes. Designer Kai Kristiansen. Original edition by Schou Andersen. D...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

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Fabric, Wood, Teak

Swedish designer elegant lounge chairs, 1950s
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Pair of lounge chairs by unknown Swedish designer and cabinetmaker. Generous proportions and beautiful details on legs. Original fabric with signs of use.
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Beech

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

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Pine

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

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Metal, Chrome

Green Bowl Argenta #1510, Wilhelm Kåge Fish, Scandinavian Modern, Dragon Fish
Located in Stockholm, SE
A lovely bowl of model Argenta 1510 designed by Wilhelm Kåge at Gustavsberg, this bowl is 21.5 cm (8.6") in diameter and about 5 cm (2") high. It has a lovely silver-decor of a drago...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Stoneware

Göran Malmvall modernist pinewood rocking chair, Svensk Fur, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Forserum, SE
Swedish modernist rocking chair, model 513, designed by Göran Malmvall for the manufacturer Karl Andersson & Söner, Huskvarna. Dating from the late 1940s, it represents a later examp...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

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Textile, Pine

Swedish Designer, Pendant Light, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and white fabric pendant light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 14.5"H x 21.0"W x 21.0"D Stem Length (inches): 8.5" Chain/rod can be...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

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Brass

Swedish Designer, Lounge Chairs, Oak, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of oak and floral-printed fabric lounge chairs designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s. Vintage fabric in fair to distressed condition, ideally reupholstered. Overall Dime...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

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Fabric, Oak

Danish Midcentury Modern round coffee table c1960 by Illum Wikkelso
Located in London, GB
Danish T118 teak coffee table with glass top designed by Illum Wikkelso. The smoke/grey coloured glass gracefully floats on top . Dimensions: Height: 16 in (40 cm) Diameter: 36 in ...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

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Hardwood

Solid Teak Bookcase By Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen -Denmark Circa 1960
Located in Southampton, NJ
An elegant minimalist teak bookcase having box-joint corners signature in design to Peter Hvidt & Orla Molgaard-Nielsen. Stunning grain throughout with ample shelf space. Shelves are...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture

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Aluminum

Gustaf Axel Berg Attribution, Rocking Chair, Birch, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A birch and brown floral-printed fabric rocking lounge chair produced by Väsby möbel- & inredningsfabrik AB, Sweden, 1940s. Design attributed to Gustaf Axel Berg. Overall Dimensions...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

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Fabric, Birch

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 matte brown treated pine wood base with black lacquered metal swan neck. Orig...
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Late 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Metal

Sofa Model "Euroform", Maija Ruoslahti, Sopenkorpi, 1960s
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Armchair Model "Euroform", designed by Maija Ruoslahti, manufactured by Sopenkorpi, Finland, 1960s. Gorgeous rosewood frame with brass details, reupholstered with quality model "Jagg...
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1960s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass

Mogens Koch for Rud. Radmussen Substantial Modular Library in Pine
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Mogens Koch for Rud. Rasmussen, modular bookcase or library, pine, Denmark, design 1928 Intriguing and substantial modular library by Danish designer Mogens Koch. This piece is con...
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1920s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

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Pine

Set of Six Model 71 Chairs, Niels O. Møller, J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik, 1950/1960
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Set of six model 71 chairs, designed by Niels O. Møller, manufactured by J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik, 1950/1960. Teak frame with papercord seat. Good vintage condition, minor patina con...
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1960s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

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Papercord, Teak

Pair of Easy Chairs in Teak and Original Black Leather by Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Pair of Easy Chairs in Teak and Original Black Leather by Ib Kofod-Larsen Additional Information: Material: Teak and original black leather Style: Mid century, Scandinavian Rare pai...
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20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Furniture

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Teak, Leather

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): 20.5"H x 10.0"W x 10.0"D Stem Length (inches): 5.0" Dimensions of Ca...
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1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

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Brass

Mogens Koch Wingback Chair
Located in Bantam, CT
Rare Wingback Lounge Chair designed by Danish architect Mogens Koch. Upholstered in linen with leather piping. Designer – Mogens Koch Materials – Oak, linen, leather Origin – Denmar...
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture

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Leather, Linen, Oak

Armchairs Model "Euroform", Maija Ruoslahti, Sopenkorpi, 1960s
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Armchair Model "Euroform", designed by Maija Ruoslahti, manufactured by Sopenkorpi, Finland, 1960s. Gorgeous rosewood frame with brass details, reupholstered with quality model "Jagg...
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1960s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass

Vase Porcelain "Sevilla" - Blue & White - Carl-Harry Stålhane - Rörstrand
Located in Stockholm, SE
A lovely vase in the serie "Sevilla" designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane at Rörstrand. The vase is 14 cm (5,6") tall and in excellent condition. Carl-Harry Stålhane is one of the top n...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Furniture

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Porcelain

Folke Ohlsson Model 71-C Teak Lounge Chair w/ Ottoman for Dux
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precision. With over 17 years of artisanal exper...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

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Upholstery, Foam, Teak

Scandinavian Modern Bar Cart in Oak & Ceramic Tiles by Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s
Located in Odense, DK
Scandinavian Modern bar cart trolley by Danish designer Henning Kjærnulf. Made in the 1960s. The trolley is executed in solid quarter sawn oakwood with an amazing gran and patina and...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

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Stoneware, Oak

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

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...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

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Ceramic, Fabric

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 All items shi...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

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Metal

Danish Modern Sculptural Candleholders in Brass, 1970s, Set of 3
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Sculptural organically shaped candlesticks in solid brass. They have an almost fluid shape. Unknown Danish maker circa 1960s-70s in a style reminiscent of Pierre Forsell, Henning Kop...
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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass

Gunnar Nylund, c. 1940's chamotte table lamp with green glaze, Rörstrand, Sweden
Located in Turku, Varsinais-Suomi
Illuminate your space with timeless elegance through this exquisite Gunnar Nylund chamotte table lamp from the 1940s, crafted by Rörstrand in Sweden. Expertly embodying Scandinavian ...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Furniture

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Ceramic

Scandinavian Swedish Modern Carl Malmsten Samsas White Bouclé Armchairs
Located in Kramfors, SE
Carl Malmsten Samsas armchairs for O.H. Sjögren from the mid 20th century. The chairs are a Swedish modern classic and the Samsas series is today recognised as the most characteristi...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Furniture

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Bouclé, Wood

Verner Panton 'Easy' Sofa for Verpan
Located in Tilburg, NL
Verner Panton 'Easy' sofa for Verpan. Designed in 1963. New, current production. With its round shapes and layered design, the Easy collection stands out as one of the most visually...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Fabric

Six Sculptural Rosewood Dining Chairs Arne Vodder, Denmark, 1955
Located in Oakland, CA
Set of six dining chairs attributed to Arne Vodder, masterfully handcrafted from solid Brazilian rosewood. Each chair features a gently curved backrest with horizontal slats and a sc...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Wool, Rosewood

Customizable Dining Table 'Tree', More Sizes, More Finishes
By DK3
Located in Paris, IDF
'Tree' Dining Table designed Jacob Plejdrup for DK3 Solid wood tabletop and steel legs Handmade in Denmark Model shown on main picture: Wood: Oak Dimensions: 270 cm Table height: 7...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Ib Kofod-Larsen Elizabeth Sofa by Christensen & Larsen in Denmark
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Very rare sofa model U56 / Elizabeth designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen. Produced by Christensen & Larsen in Denmark. Queen Elizabeth II purchased a pair of easy chairs in 1958 and since th...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

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Leather, Rosewood

Arne Vodder for Vamo Møbelfabrik Pair of Armchairs in Teak and Green Fabric
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Arne Vodder for Vamo Møbelfabrik, pair of armchairs, model 'Ella', teak, fabric, Denmark, 1960s. Pair of 'Ella' armchairs designed by Arne Vodder in the sixties. These elegant armc...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Børge Mogensen Set of Oak and Leather "Spanish" Dining Arm Chairs Model BM3238
Located in Odense, DK
Stunning set of vintage "BM 3238" dining arm chairs in oak and natural saddle leather. Designed in the 1950s by Borge Mogensen and produced by Fredericia Stolefabrik. Mogensen made t...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

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Leather, Oak

Åby Möbelfabrik 'Lövåsen' Armchair in Pine and Light Fabric, 1940s
Located in Prague, New Town
Rare ‘Lövåsen’ armchair, made by Åby Möbelfabrik, Sweden, 1940s. Solid pine, details in wrought iron, loose cushions in light fabric. Dimensions: Height: 77 cm / 30.32 in Width: 72 ...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

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Iron

Set of Two Vintage "Paper Bag" Vases by Tapio Wirkkala for Rosenthal - 1970's
Located in Camblanes et Meynac, FR
Set of Two Vintage Beige/Brown "Paper Bag" Vases by Tapio Wirkkala for Rosenthal pair of vintage "Paper Bag" vases designed by Tapio Wirkkala for Rosenthal. These exceptional pieces...
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1970s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Porcelain

Set of Swedish Pine Wood Sconces by Solbackens Svarveri, Sweden, 1970s
Located in Værløse, DK
Set of Swedish Modern Pine Wood Sconces made by Solbackens Svarveri in the 1970s. A Scandinavian touch for a beautiful home. * Pair (2) of pine wood night lamps / sconces with beige...
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1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

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Fabric, Wood, Pine

Verner Panton 'Easy' Sofa for Verpan
Located in Tilburg, NL
Verner Panton 'Easy' sofa for Verpan. Designed in 1963. New, current production. With its round shapes and layered design, the Easy collection stands out as one of the most visually...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Fabric

Large Sisal and Teak Pendant Lamp by Temde
Located in München, DE
Exceptionally beautiful and very large pendant lamp from the 1960s. The design was very unusual. The shape and the materials create a warm and very pleasant light. Condition: Very ...
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1960s German Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Raffia, Plastic, Teak

Swedish Designer, Sofa, Wood, Velvet, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A dark-stained wood and green velvet sofa designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1930s. Vintage fabric in distressed condition, ideally reupholstered. Dimensions: 32” H x 74” W x 36” ...
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1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

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Velvet, Wood

Set of Swedish Mid-Century Glass Vases
Located in New York, NY
A selection of 6 decorative Swedish Mid-century glass vases in green, gray, yellow and amber shades. Two of the marked with Strömbergshyttan, possible by Swedish ceramist Gunnar Nylu...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Glass

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

Ture Berglund Green Glass Table Lamp, Skansens Glasbruk Stockholm, Sweden, 1940s
Located in The Hague, NL
This rare table lamp was designed by Ture Berglund in the 1940s and produced by Skansens Glasbruk in Stockholm, Sweden. The design features a baluster-shaped base in mouth-blown gre...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Blown Glass

Pair of Illums Bolighus Candelabras Brass Serpentine Candle Holder Denmark 1950s
Located in Basel, BS
Pair of Illums Bolighus serpentine candelabras in solid brass, made in Denmark in the 1950s. Both are in very good condition with a beautiful subtle patina. For candles with a diam...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass

Swedish Modern Stool in Sahara Sheepskin, 1940s
Located in Prague, New Town
Swedish Modern stool, made by a Swedish cabinetmaker in the 1940s. Newly upholstered in Sahara sheepskin. A set of three is available. Please refer to 1stDibs listing number LU6233...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

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Sheepskin, Wood

Erik Buch Bar Stools Model OD-61 by Odense Møbelfabrik in Denmark
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare set of four bar stools model OD-61 designed by Erik Buch. Produced by Odense Møbelfabrik in Denmark.
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Mogens Koch Composite Book Case System in Solid Oak, Rud Rasmussen, 1950s
Located in Odense, DK
Early edition MK Book Case shelving system by Mogens Koch. Executed in solid oakwood by Rud Rasmussen, Copenhagen in the 1950s. The lot consists of : 4 Bookcases: H: 76 W: 76 D: 28 ...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

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Oak

Sideboard in Rosewood and Steel by Ib Kofod-Larsen, 1960s
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Sideboard in Rosewood and Steel by Ib Kofod-Larsen, 1960s Additional Information: Material: Rosewood, steel Style: midcentury, Scandinavian Produced by Brande Møbelfabrik in De...
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Rosewood

Swedish Designer, Cabinet, Birch, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A dark-stained birch cabinet designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1930s. Dimensions: 58.8” H x 38.5” W x 18.375” D
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1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Birch

TMF, Side Table, Birch, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A birch side table produced by TMF, Sweden, 1930s. Dimensions: 23.5” H x 33.625” Diameter
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1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Birch

Hans J. Wegner AT 309 Drop leaf table
Located in Portland, OR
Solid teak top, oak legs and beautifully patinated brass supports. Model 309 dining table by Hans Wegner, made by Andreas Tuck. Denmark 1950s. Scarce model. Beautiful condition gentl...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass

Arne Norell Safari Chair, Model Scirocco
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Arne Norell safari chair. Original upholstered foam cushions with patinated leather. Frame of rosewood. Model Scirocco, made by Norell.
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1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

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Leather, Rosewood

Swedish Designer, Wall Light, Brass, Metal, Fabric, Sweden, c. 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable black-painted iron, brass and fabric wall light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s. Sold with Lampshade. Dimensions stated are of Wall Light with Shade. Dimen...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Metal, Brass

Ilmari Lappalainen Pair of ‘Laila’ Armchairs in Espresso sheepskin, 1950s
Located in Prague, New Town
Pair of Finnish ‘Laila’ armchairs (model ‘238’), designed by Ilmari Lappalainen (1918-2006). Manufactured by Asko in the late 1940s. Seats are newly upholstered in Espresso sheepskin...
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1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

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Sheepskin, Wood

A vase by Svenkst Tenn
Located in Long Island City, NY
A vintage vase produced by Svenkst Tenn. Sweden Circa 1940s. Pewter and brass. Marked " Modern Metallkunst Svenkst Tenn".
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

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Pewter

Swedish Designer, Floor Lamp, Oak, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
An oak, brass and off-white fabric floor lamp or lamp table designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s. Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 58.25“ H x 19.75” W x 29” D Dimension...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

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Brass

Swedish Designer, Side Table, Oak, Glass, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
An oak, glass and fabric cord side table designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s. Dimensions: 21.75” H x 23.9” Diameter 
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Glass, Oak

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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