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
Period: Late 20th Century
Scandinavian Modern Rosewood Dining Chairs attr. Erik Buch
By Erik Buch
Located in Trenton, NJ
Sleek, sculptural, and undeniably sophisticated, this set of four Danish modern dining chairs is attributed to renowned designer Erik Buch. With their gracefully curved backrests, fi...
Category
Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Rosewood
Vintage Scandinavian Modern Teak Drop Front Desk Secretary in a Box, 1960-2000
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome MCM (a.k.a. Mid-Century Modern) vintage Scandinavian Modern drop front desk or secretary in a box. It is in wonderful vintage condition. There...
Category
Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Teak
Mid-Century Modern Floating Surfboard Coffee Table, 1990s
Located in Harlingen, TX
A vintage mid-century modern surfboard coffee table made in Sweden circa 1995. This classic MCM piece features an oak finish, an elongated oval surfboard-shape 'floating' top, a maga...
Category
Late 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Wood, Oak
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...
Category
Late 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal
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...
Category
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...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Pine
Set of Dark Stained Wall Lamps by Jan Wickelgren for Aneta, Sweden, 1970s
By Aneta
Located in Værløse, DK
Set of Dark Stained Pine wood Wall Lamps designed by Jan Wickelgren for Aneta in the 1970s. A fine Scandinavian duo.
* Pair (2) of wall lamps in dark stained pine wood with beige f...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Pine
Candleholder "Gille" - Pierre Forsell - Skultuna
Located in Stockholm, SE
A candleholder "Gille" designed by Pierre Forsell at Skultuna. It is in excellent condition and unmarked.
Pierre Forsell worked for several years at Skultuna Brassworks, where he c...
Category
1980s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
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...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
5 Brass Candlesticks - Pierre Forsell - Skultuna
Located in Stockholm, SE
A set of 5 candlesticks by Pierre Forsell, designed and produced at Skultuna in 1980-1990s. The candlesticks are 9 cm in diameter and in excellent condition except from some minor sc...
Category
1980s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
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. ...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal
Danish Art Glass Wall Sconces 'Clouds' by Holmegaard, 1980s, Set of 2
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Bend circular wall sconces made from thick hand blown white blister glass. Made/designed at Holmegaard in Denmark during the 1980s for the Danish lighting company EL-Lights.
Measur...
Category
1980s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Art Glass
1970 Bentwood Swivel Chair Model 'Convair' In Green Velvet by Oddmund Vad
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Beautiful Scandinavian Modern bentwood ' model Convair' swivel lounge chair by Oddmund Vad for VAD Trevarefabrik in Norway. Featuring a floating circular bentwood frame and floor sta...
Category
1970s Norwegian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Velvet, Bentwood
Dark Stained Wall Lamp by Aneta, Sweden, 1970s
By Aneta
Located in Værløse, DK
Dark Stained Pine wood Wall Lamp with the Original Shade made by Aneta in the 1970s.
* Wall lamp in dark stained pine wood with a beige fabric shade.
* Manufacturer: Aneta, Sweden...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Pine, Wood
Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, Model Razoblade, Denmark 1970s, Oak
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Striking set of six dining chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, made of oak and original fabric.
Refreshing design with bold baroque coming together nicely with Mid-Century Modernism.
Model...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Bouclé, Oak
Finn Juhl Rare Early Baker Sofa
Located in Dronten, NL
A rare and important sofa, designed by Finn Juhl in 1951 for Baker Furniture Company, Michigan.
Introduced to the American design community by Edgar Kaufmann Jr, an art collector an...
Category
Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Scandinavian modern stoneware pike by Sven Wejsfelt, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1980s
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Great stoneware sculpture designed by Sven Wejsfelt for Gustavsberg, Sweden, during the 1980s.
This pike belongs of the designers series 'Stim'.
Category
Late 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
1970s earthenware wall decoration with thistle decorations
Located in Frederiksberg C, DK
1970s earthenware wall decoration with thistle decorations. Earthenware wall decoration / dish with glazed front with thistle decorations and a matte backside signed by the ceramicis...
Category
Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Earthenware, Ceramic
Set of Dark Stained Pine Wood Wall Lamps by Aneta, Sweden, 1970s
By Aneta
Located in Værløse, DK
A set Dark Stained Swedish Modern Pine wood Wall lamps made by Aneta in the 1970s. A fine Scandinavian duo.
* A pair (2) of wall lamps in dark stained pine wood with white round gl...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Glass, Wood, Pine
Scandinavian Ceiling Lamp, Brass and Blown Glass. Made in Finland
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Turku, FI
Beautiful Ceiling lamp, manufactured by Hyval, was designed in the 1970s. The brass-framed ceiling lamp consists of five branches, each covered with a surface-decorated glass sphere....
Category
Late 20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Set of Swedish Pine Wood Wall Lamps by Aneta, Sweden, 1970s
By Aneta
Located in Værløse, DK
Set of Swedish Modern Pine wood Wall lamps made by Aneta in the 1970s. A fine Scandinavian duo.
* A pair (2) of wall lamps in Pine wood with white round glass shades
* Manufacturer...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Glass, Wood, Pine
Danish Mid-Century Carved Oak Easy Chairs in Oak by Henry Kjaernulf, 1960's
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Very cool sought after pair of easy chairs by Danish Designer, Henning (Henry) Kjaernulf made from quarter-sawn white oak and hand carved in a brutalist style inspired to art & craf...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Wool, Oak
Expertly Restored - Fredrik Kayser Model-934 Rosewood & Leather Sofa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
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Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precis...
Category
1970s Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Leather, Rosewood, Feathers
Vintage Scandinavian Brass Wall Lamp with Opaline Sphere, 1970s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
An elegantly crafted wall sconce in patinated brass featuring a frosted spherical opaline glass shade. Unknow Scandinavian maker/designer in the style of Fritz Schlegel and Vilhelm L...
Category
1970s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Optima 7 pendant Design by Hans Due for Fog & Morup Dänemark
By Hans Due, Fog & Mørup
Located in Krefeld, DE
Very nice grey, white & red colored Optima pendant Design by Hans Hans Due in 1970s and manufactured by Fog & Mørup Denmark.
The insides of the lower s...
Category
1980s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal
Pair of Arne Norell Easy Chairs Model Ilona, 1970s
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Ilona easy chairs with original leather. Designed by Arne Norell, produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden, 1970s.
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Leather, Ash
Danish Modern Tiered White Pendant Lights by Knud Christensen, 1970s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Very similar to Hans Agne Jakobsson's and Carl Thore's lamp configurations these white tiered hanging lamps were designed by danish architect Knud Christensen in the late 1970s. Depe...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Aluminum
Danish Modern Teak Sofa
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Danish Modern teak three seat sofa circa 1970s. Robust, solid frame with lovely joinery. Seat deck webbing needs updating, as is upholstery in decent condition.
An unrestored item ...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Teak
Bruno Mathsson Eva Lounge Chair with webbing
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Bruno Mathsson Eva lounge chairs with webbing.
Frame in beech.
Made by Dux.
Price per chair
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Beech
Vintage 1980 Ekornes Stressless Recliner — Scandinavian Leather Lounge Chair
Located in Almelo, NL
Vintage 1980 Ekornes Stressless Recliner — Scandinavian Leather Lounge Chair
Experience timeless Scandinavian design and luxurious comfort with this Ekornes Stressless Leather Swiv...
Category
Late 20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Stainless Steel, Chrome
20th-C. French Grange Gray Painted Swedish Modern Style Coffee Table W/ Leather
By Grange
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a late 20th century French gray painted coffee table with Swedish styling by Grange. The piece is so unique! The top appears to be ch...
Category
Late 20th Century French Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Leather, Wood
Rörstrand, Four Cups and a Plate in Porcelain with Pippi Longstocking Motifs
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Rörstrand. Four cups and a plate in porcelain with Pippi Longstocking motifs, late 20th century.
In very good condition.
Stamped.
The plate measures: 18 x...
Category
Late 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Kjell Engman Art Glass Carafe, Late 1990s, 1999
By Kjell Engman
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
Art glass carafe by Kjell Engman at Kosta-Boda, Sweden, late 1990s. Filigree glass with yellow base and body, purple neck and red handle. Measures: Height 9.5"(24cm), width 5.3" (13....
Category
1990s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Art Glass
Scandinavian Modern Wall Sconces in Brass & White Pierced Metal, 1970s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
In the style of Hans Agne Jakobsson, Alvar Aalto and Pierre Guariche comes the stylish pair of up or down fixed wall sconces. They are fashioned from solid brass and features perfora...
Category
1970s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal, Brass
Mid Century Modern Danish Bookcase by Poul Hundevad. Circa 1970s
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Mid Century Modern Danish Bookcase by Poul Hundevad. Circa 1970s
Features a Quintessential Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Sleek design with a beautiful teak wood grain.
Off...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Teak
Karin Mobring 'Diana' Side Chair, 1970
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wonderful, compact Danish modern safari chair by Karin Mobring, Sweden, designed in 1970, pine frame with leather upholstery, stains
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Leather, Pine
Pair tall Ufo Søholm Stentøj ceramic table lamps Denmark Mid-Century stoneware
Located in Vorst, BE
Pair tall Danish Mid-Century ceramic table lamps of the 1960-70s. Glazed stoneware.
Sculptural Ufo style lamp bases, blue glaze with olive green / brown colour effects. Very rare mo...
Category
Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Large Vintage Swedish Cocoon Textile Sand-Colored Pendant, 1970s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Handmade vintage Swedish modern cocoon shaped wabi sabi pendant manufactured in the 1970s. Natural, thick and rustic sepia sand colored textile over ...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Textile
Teak and linen umbrella pendant hanging lamp by Domus, 1970s
By Domus
Located in Zaandam, NL
Teak and linen umbrella pendant by Domus, 1970s. This lamp is in great condition considering its age. The linen shade is removable if needed to be washed. This is the large version (...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Linen, Teak
Modernist Brass Vase by Pierre Forssell for Skultuna, Sweden
Located in Stockholm, SE
Beautiful brass vase in a crown shape by Pierre Forssell. Fun and luxurious at the same time.
Pierre Forssell was an acclaimed industrial designer who designed cutlery and cookware ...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Kjell Engman Flute Vase, 1999
By Kjell Engman
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
Flute vase by Kjell Engman at Kosta-Boda, Sweden, 1999. Filigree glass with yellow base and body, purple leg. Measures: Height 9.85"(25cm), diameter of the base 3.15"(8cm). Marked on...
Category
1990s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Art Glass
Arne Jacobsen for Stelton Stainless Steel MCM Cocktail Shaker and Stir Spoon
By Arne Jacobsen, Stelton
Located in Chicago, IL
Arne Jacobsen for Stelton, circa 1970s, made in Denmark. This brushed stainless steel cocktail shaker is complete with drink stir spoon. Tall and narrow, the strainer pours effortles...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Stainless Steel
Mid-Century Modern Floating Surfboard Coffee Table, 1990s
Located in Harlingen, TX
A vintage mid-century modern surfboard coffee table made in Sweden circa 1995. This classic MCM piece features an oak finish, an elongated oval surfboard-shape 'floating' top, a maga...
Category
Late 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Wood, Oak
Matching Pair of Mid Century Danish Modern Night Stands or End Tables in Teak
Located in Philadelphia, PA
1970s very unique pair of Danish modern nightstands in teak. These will add a funky twist to any Scandinavian bedroom design. They are both in very good condition showing some light ...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Wood
Solbackens Svarveri Dark Stained Wall Lights, 1970s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Pair of lacquered pine wood wall lights produced by Solbackens Svarveri in Sweden in the 1970s. Warm dark brown wooden lamps with original sand beige colored textile tapered drum sha...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Textile, Pine
Scandinavian Modern Pair of Table Lamps Luxus, Sweden, 1970s
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
Pair of table lamps manufactured in Sweden and produced by famous Luxus. They are made in black synthetic leather with stiches around a teak base.
Nice vintage condition.
Dimensio...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Faux Leather, Teak
Lounge Chairs in Pine and Fabric by Karin Mobring, Sweden 1970s
By IKEA
Located in Almelo, NL
Lounge chairs in Pine and fabric by Karin Mobring, Sweden 1970s.
Karin Mobring designed this Ikea classic Vintage lounge chair in 1972. It is made of solid Scandinavian pine wood and original fabric. The design and the look and feel of this occasional chair reminded me of what someone once taught me about good sculptures, "they look great from all angles". And what is particularly important about a chair is that it is also very comfortable to sit in. People have very different thoughts about IKEA furniture...
Category
Late 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Pine
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...
Category
Late 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal
Three Lions From The Afrika Series Designed By Lisa Larson For Gustavsberg
Located in Doraville, GA
Three lions in varying sizes designed by noted designer and ceramicist Lisa Larson. The lions are from the Afrika series, designed in 1964. The set consists of a mini, large and giga...
Category
Late 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Swedish Designer, Wall Lights, Pine, Sweden, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of pine wall lights designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1970s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 8.375” H x 13.25 ” W x 6.75“D
Back Plate Dimensions (Inches): 8.375” H x 13.25”...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Pine
Henning Kjærnulf Six Teak Dining Chairs
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Henning Kjærnulf six dining armchairs, new upholstered with vintage aniline leather.
Frame of solid teak.
Made by Sorø Stolefabrik.
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Leather, Teak
Brown Leather Lounge Chair 'Model Superstar" by Sigurd Ressell. 1970s
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Beautiful rare lounge chair model 'Superstar' designed by Sigurd Ressel and made by Trygg Mobler in Denmark.
These models were made in a limited edition.
Also famous under the name "...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal
Danish Mid-Century Carved Oak Easy Chairs in Oak by Henry Kjaernulf, 1960's
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Very cool sought after pair of easy chairs by Danish Designer, Henning (Henry) Kjaernulf made from quarter-sawn white oak and hand carved in a brutalist style inspired to art & craf...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Wool, Oak
Westnova - Ingmar Relling 'Siesta' Lounge Chair
Located in Bern, CH
Ingmar Relling 'Siesta' Lounge Chair. Bent plywood frame with sling black leather seat pads.
Designed by Ingmar Relling, 1965. Produced by Westnova, Norwa...
Category
Late 20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Leather, Bentwood
Scandinavian Lounge Chair Esko Pajamies “Pele” for Lepokalusto, Finland, 1970s
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
This lounge chair was manufactured by the Finnish furniture company, Lahden Lepokalusto Oy in the 1970s.
The “Pele” lounge chair by Finnish designe...
Category
1970s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Suede, Oak
Danish Midcentury 3-Seater Sofa in Solid Oak by Henry Kjærnulf, 1960s
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Rare and sought after sofa attributed to Danish Designer, Henning Kjaernulf made from quarter-sawn white oak, Hand carved in brutalist style seeking inspiration from art & crafts and...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Wool, Oak
Large Creme Floor Vase - Höganäs Andersson & Johansson - Erik Ivarsson
Located in Stockholm, SE
A large creme-colored floor vase designed by Erik Ivarsson at Andersson & Johansson in Höganäs, Sweden. The vase is 47 cm high and in excellent condition except from a minor un-glaze...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Stoneware
Pierre Forssell Brass Candleholders Made by hand in Skultuna Sweden. Brancusi
Located in Forest, BE
This series of candleholders was hand crafted in the 1970's at the Skultuna factory next to the studio were Pierre Forssell was working with he's assistant. The candleholder is made ...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Niels Otto Möller Dining Chair Model 83 Teak Papercord, Denmark 1970s
Located in München, BY
We offer you here a Niels Möller dining chair model 83 made of teak and papercord, made in Denmark 1970s.
Beautiful, original mid-century vintage object. The chair model No.83 was d...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Papercord, Teak
Single Mid Century Danish Modern Nightstand, Side Table or Cabinet in Teak
Located in Philadelphia, PA
1970s very unique & sleek Danish modern night stand in teak. It features beautiful wood grain, recessed handles & two drawers.
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Wood
Brass and Light Beige Lampshade Three-Light Adjustable Height Pendant Light
Located in Barntrup, DE
Beautiful adjustable height three-light brass pendant lamp with fabric lampshade, Germany, circa 1980.
Made in the Scandinavian Modern style, this impressive pendant light features a...
Category
Late 20th Century German Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal, Brass
1960s Set of Two Illum Vikkelso Plexus Easy Chairs in Rosewood by CFC Silkeborg
Located in Knebel, DK
1960s Set of Two Illum Vikkelso Plexus Easy Chairs in Rosewood by CFC Silkeborg
The plexus chair series consisting of a lounge chair, sofa, coffee table and sidetable was designed b...
Category
Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Rosewood
Lounge Chair by Fåtölj Yngve Ekström
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Yngve Ekström Lounge Chair – Sweden, 1960s
A rare and characterful lounge chair designed by Yngve Ekström, a key figure of Scandinavian modernism. This particular version features a ...
Category
Late 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Pine
Kay Bojesen, Denmark, Wooden Dog, Danish Design, 20th-21st Century
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Kay Bojesen, Denmark. Wooden dog. Danish design, 20th-21st century.
Measures: 8 x 7.5 cm.
Stamped.
In perfect condition.
Category
Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Wood
Vintage 1980 Ekornes Stressless Recliner — Scandinavian Leather Lounge Chair
Located in Almelo, NL
Vintage 1980 Ekornes Stressless Recliner — Scandinavian Leather Lounge Chair
Experience timeless Scandinavian design and luxurious comfort with this Ekornes Stressless Leather Swiv...
Category
Late 20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Stainless Steel, Chrome
Large Pine Bowl, Sweden 1970s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Swedish Pine bowl from 1979 by Bjarne Högkvist in Forshaga, Sweden. Sportsstuga style with beautiful grain in the manner of Roland Wilhelmsson. This bowl is a b...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Pine
Scandinavian Modern D Scan Dining Chairs Teak Frames & Oatmeal Fabric Set of 4
By D-Scan
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome vintage Scandinavian Modern D Scan dining chairs comprised of teak frames & oatmeal tweed fabric, set of 4. Beautiful condition, keeping ...
Category
1970s Singaporean Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Large Danish Stoneware Table Lamp w. Green Shade by Sejer, 1970s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Large rustic table light in chamotte stoneware featuring a stylish grass green textile shade and pin on/of switch hidden just above the shade edge to the socket. It was designed by t...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Stoneware, Textile
Magnus Olesen Labeled Made in Denmark Green Olive Table Top, 1970s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Beautiful dining /desk table of Danish origin in beech wood designed by Thygesen and Sorensen for Magnus Olesen, 1970s. Danish dining table model DK 7870, rectangular in shape, with ...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Laminate, Beech, Plywood
Confetti Cobalt Blue and Red Glass Vase by Erika Lagerbielke for Orrefors Sweden
By Orrefors
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Architectural sommerso cobalt blue vase with minimalistic red accent on the rim was designed by Erika Lagerbielke for Orrefors Sweden as a part of Confetti series. The bright, inten...
Category
Late 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Sommerso, Glass, Art Glass
1970s Cylinda Line Stainless Steel Cocktail Tray by Arne Jacobsen for Stelton
By Arne Jacobsen, Stelton
Located in Chicago, IL
Arne Jacobsen designed this timeless serving tray or cocktail tray for Stelton made circa 1970. Made in stainless steel with double handles. No markings but true Stelton. Beautiful a...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Stainless Steel
20th-C. French Grange Gray Painted Swedish Modern Style Coffee Table W/ Leather
By Grange
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a late 20th century French gray painted coffee table with Swedish styling by Grange. The piece is so unique! The top appears to be ch...
Category
Late 20th Century French Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Leather, Wood
Swedish Modern Ceramic Wall Clock by Ulrica Hydman Vallien 1990s Sweden
Located in Miami, FL
By Ulrica Hydman Vallien, ceramic wall clock retailed in the 90s by Time Design. Designed with Hydman' s iconic triangular face in turquoise surr...
Category
1990s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
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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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