Scandinavian Modern Mirrors
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
Decorative Midcentury Wall Mirror in Brass, Made in Sweden, 1950s
Located in Lejre, DK
Decorative wall mirror in patinated brass, designed and made in Sweden. Great original condition.
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Mirrors
Materials
Brass
Scandinavian 60s orange table mirror
Located in Brescia, IT
Tilting mirror made of orange plastic and metal. Scandinavian 1960s design.
Scandinavian-designed table mirror dating from the 1960s, with tilting frame made of glossy orange plasti...
Category
1960s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Mirrors
Materials
Glass, Plastic
Mirror in Pewter with Brass Frame by Björn Trädgårdh, 1930-1934, Svenskt Tenn
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Mirror in Braided Pewter with Brass Frame by Björn Trädgårdh, 1930-1934
Additional Information:
Material: Braided pewter frame with brass frame
Style:...
Category
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Mirrors
Materials
Pewter, Brass
Rosewood Hand Mirror by Uno & Osten Kristiansson for Luxus, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Balen, BE
A rare hand mirror designed by Uno & Osten Kristiansson for Luxus, Sweden, 1950s. Elegantly made out of solid rosewood with a black leather rear inlay.
Beautiful and very tactile ob...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Mirrors
Materials
Leather, Mirror, Rosewood
Mid-Century Modern Teak Wall Mirror by Fröseke AB Nybrofabriken, 1950s
Located in Karis, Nyland
Mid-Century Modern teak framed wall mirror. In excellent original condition.
Manufactured by Fröseke AB Nybrofabriken, Sweden, 1950s.
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Mirrors
Materials
Mirror, Teak
Wall Mirror, Teak, Denmark 1960s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Wall mirror in teak, Denmark 1960s.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Mirrors
Materials
Glass, Teak
Scandinavian Modern Mirror by Pedersen & Hansen
Located in Westport, CT
Scandinavian Modern Mirror by Pedersen & Hansen, meticulously restored by Stamford Modern. This iconic piece embodies timeless Scandinavian design, showcasing clean lines and functio...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Mirrors
Materials
Teak
Table Mirror Probably Produced in Sweden
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare table mirror by unknown designer. Probably produced in Sweden.
Category
1950s European Vintage Scandinavian Modern Mirrors
Materials
Brass, Nickel
Mid-century Danish Teak Framed Mirror, 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
Teak framed mirror in outstanding quality. Designed and made in Denmark. Great original condition.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Mirrors
Materials
Teak
Aksel Kjersgaard Mirror in Rosewood by Odder in Denmark
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Mirror in rosewood designed by Aksel Kjersgaard. Produced by Odder in Denmark.
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Mirrors
Materials
Rosewood
Midcentury Wall Mirror by K. Thomsen, Danish Modern, 1960s
By K. Thomsen
Located in Lejre, DK
Wall mirror with frame in teak. Designed and made by cabinetmaker K. Thomsen. Great original condition, circa 1960.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Mirrors
Materials
Teak
Scandinavian modern wall mirror by Uno & Östen Kristiansson for Luxus, Sweden
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Wall mirror designed by Uno & Östen Kristiansson and produced by Luxus Vittsjö, Sweden, in the 1960s.
Made in solid oak with a leather strap for hanging.
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Mirrors
Materials
Leather, Oak
Midcentury Wall Mirror in Brass Made in Sweden, 1950s
Located in Lejre, DK
Decorative wall mirror and matching hook in patinated brass designed by Swedish designer Hans Agne Jacobsson. Marked Illums Bolighus Denmark in the late 1940s. Made in Denmark - Grea...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Mirrors
Materials
Brass
Unique ceramics wall mirror by Stig Lindberg for Gustavsberg, 1950s, Sweden
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
One of kind wall mirror in ceramics designed and made by Stig Lindberg in Gustavsberg Studio during the 1950s.
Hand signed on bottom and signed by Dan Grip who run Stig Lindbergs s...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Mirrors
Materials
Ceramic
Table Mirror by Uno & Östen Kristiansson for Luxus, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Hägersten, SE
Rare large table mirror designed by Uno & Östen Kristiansson. Produced by Swedish company Luxus during the 1950s. Frame made from solid lime treated oak with leather lining holding t...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Mirrors
Materials
Aluminum
Scandinavian Modern mirror by Stig Lindberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Scandinavia Modern wall mirror designed by Stig Lindberg for Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1940s.
Made in ceramic with hand painted geometrical pattern.
Signed on back.
Stains on glass.
Category
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Mirrors
Materials
Ceramic
Vintage Large Round Light Wooden Wall Mirror, 60s
Located in Oirlo, LI
A beautiful large round mirror made in Denmark around the 60s. Whether you put it up in the bathroom or bedroom, this mirror will add a subtle warm touch to your interior.
The mirro...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Mirrors
Materials
Glass, Wood
Danish Framed Wall Mirror in Solid Teak, 1950s
Located in Lejre, DK
Teak framed mirror in outstanding quality. Designed and made in Denmark. Great original condition.
Category
1950s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Mirrors
Materials
Teak
Aksel Kjersgaard Round Mirror in Rosewood by Odder in Denmark
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare round mirror in rosewood designed by Aksel Kjersgaard. Produced by Odder in Denmark.
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Mirrors
Materials
Rosewood
Vintage Sunburst Mirror in Wooden Frame
Located in Brescia, IT
Scandinavian rectangular mirror with beveled corners frame and brass details.
The regular shape of the wooden frame is distinguished by the soft lines of the corners and the presen...
Category
1960s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Mirrors
Materials
Brass
Midcentury Wall Mirror in Rosewood by Aksel Kjersgaard, Danish Modern, 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
Wall mirror with frame in rosewood. Designed by Kai Kristiansen, made by Aksel Kjersgaard Denmark. Great original condition, circa 1960.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Mirrors
Materials
Rosewood
Wall Mirror in Brass, Made in Denmark 1950s
Located in Lejre, DK
Decorative wall mirror in patinated brass designed for Illums Bolighus Denmark in the 1950s. Made in Denmark - great original condition.
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Mirrors
Materials
Brass
Axel Einar Hjorth Mirror Model Typenko Produced by Nordiska Kompaniet in Sweden
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare mirror with shelf model Typenko designed by Axel Einar Hjorth. Produced by Nordiska Kompaniet in Sweden.
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Mirrors
Materials
Birch
Round Mirror in Pine and Leather Model nr 103 by Glasmäster in Sweden
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Round mirror in pine and leather model nr 103. Produced by Glasmäster in Markaryd, Sweden.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Mirrors
Materials
Brass
Wall Mirror in Brass, Made in Denmark, 1950s
Located in Lejre, DK
Decorative wall mirror in patinated brass designed for Illums Bolighus Denmark in the 1950s. Made in Denmark - great original condition.
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Mirrors
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Wall Mirror by Frode Holm, Danish Modern, 1960s
By K. Thomsen
Located in Lejre, DK
Wall mirror with frame in mahogany. Designed and made by Frode Holm. Great original condition, circa 1960.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Mirrors
Materials
Rosewood
Table Mirror by Uno & Östen Kristiansson for Luxus of Sweden, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Table mirror in oak and stainless steel, designed by Uno & Östen Kristiansson for Luxus, Sweden, 1960s.
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Mirrors
Materials
Stainless Steel
Table Mirror in Aluminium by Glas Mäster in Sweden
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare table mirror in aluminium. Produced by Glas mäster in Markaryd, Sweden.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Mirrors
Materials
Aluminum
Large Midcentury Scandinavian Mirror in Solid Patinated Pine, 1970s
Located in Lejre, DK
Mirror in solid pine, made in Sweden in the 1970s. Great original condition.
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Mirrors
Materials
Pine
Decorative Midcentury Wall Mirror in Brass, Made in Sweden, 1950s
Located in Lejre, DK
Decorative wall mirror in patinated brass, designed and made in Sweden. Great original condition.
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Mirrors
Materials
Brass
Round Mirror in Oak, 1950's
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Round Mirror in Oak, 1950's
Additional Information:
Material: Oak
Style: Mid century, Scandinavian
Produced in Sweden
Dimensions (W x D x H): 53 x 4 x 5...
Category
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Mirrors
Materials
Oak
Mahogany Asymetric 2 Mirrors by Aarhus Glasimport & Glassliberi, Denmark, 1960
Located in Paris, FR
Mahogany Asymetric 2 mirrors by Aarhus glasimport & glassliberi Denmark, 1960.
Rare set in good overall condition.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Mirrors
Materials
Mirror, Mahogany
Danish Modern Teak Wall Mirror by Aksel Kjersgaard for Odder Mobler
Located in Little Burstead, Essex
This is a great piece of Danish Modern, designed by the 'Mirror Master' designer Aksel Kjersgaard.
All in very good condition.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Mirrors
Materials
Mirror, Teak
Large Oak Vanity Mirror By Uno & Östen Kristiansson For Luxus, Sweden
Located in Shepperton, Surrey
Spectacular and very rarely seen table mirror crafted from solid Oak by Luxus, Sweden.
One of the most sought after and beautiful Scandinavian Midcentury mirror designs. Beautiful c...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Mirrors
Materials
Oak
Uno & Östen Kristiansson Mirror Produced by Luxus in Vittsjö, Sweden
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare mirror in mahogany designed by Uno & Östen Kristiansson. Produced by Luxus in Vittsjö, Sweden.
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Mirrors
Materials
Mahogany
Scandinavian vintage teak mirror from the 1960s
Located in Brescia, IT
Rectangular mirror from the 1960s with teak frame. Essential Scandinavian design featuring clean lines and warm finish.
Vintage mirror from the 1960s with teak frame, typical of Sca...
Category
1960s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Mirrors
Materials
Glass, Teak
Vintage triangular mirror
Located in Brescia, IT
Vintage mirror of triangular shape with slightly rounded corners manufactured in Sweden in the 1950s.
The thin teak wood frame and the use of screw covers highlight its authenticity...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Mirrors
Materials
Teak
Finnish design rattan wall mirror
Located in Hyvinkää, FI
**Beautiful Finnish Mirror**
This beautiful Finnish mirror is made from handcrafted rattan materials, bringing a natural and tranquil atmosphere to your decor. The mirror is handcra...
Category
Mid-19th Century Finnish Antique Scandinavian Modern Mirrors
Materials
Rattan, Mirror
Scandinavian 1960s Vintage Mirror
Located in Brescia, IT
Mirror with curved teak frame.
A simple, lightweight mirror with a teak frame on which the mirror rests.
Perfect for any room, try it in the entryway with a small table or bench ...
Category
1960s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Mirrors
Materials
Teak
Mirror in Brass Produced in Sweden
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Mirror in brass produced in Sweden.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Mirrors
Materials
Brass
Small Scandinavian teak mirror from the 1950s - Vintage design
Located in Brescia, IT
Small mirror of Scandinavian manufacture from the 1950s, with teak wood frame. Compact design with soft lines, typical of the Nordic style of the time.
Scandinavian mirror made in t...
Category
1950s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Mirrors
Materials
Teak
Round Mirror in Leather and Teak by Glas & Trä Hovmantorp in Sweden
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare mirror in leather and teak. Produced by Glas & Trä Hovmantorp in Sweden.
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Mirrors
Materials
Leather, Teak
Ivar Ålenius Björk Mirror Produced by Ystad Metall
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare Art Deco mirror designed by Ivar Ålenius Björk. Produced by Ystad Metall in Sweden.
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Mirrors
Materials
Brass
1930 Mirror by Björn Trägårdh for Svenskt Tenn – Swedish Modernist Brass-Framed
Located in Stockholm, SE
Mirror, anonymous,
Sweden, 1930s.
Pewter and mirrored glass.
Measurements:
H: 161 cm/ 5' 3 1/2"
W: 55 cm/ 21 3/4"
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Mirrors
Materials
Pewter
Table Mirror by Uno & Östen Kristiansson for Luxus of Sweden, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Table mirror in oak, designed by Uno & Östen Kristiansson for Luxus. Sweden, 1960´s.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Mirrors
Materials
Oak
Axel Einar Hjorth Mirror Model Record Produced by Nordiska Kompaniet in Sweden
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare mirror model Record designed by Axel Einar Hjorth. Produced by Nordiska Kompaniet in Sweden.
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Mirrors
Materials
Steel
Hans-Agne Jakobsson Mirror / Hand Mirror by Hans-Agne Jakobsson in Markaryd
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare mirror / hand mirror designed by Hans-Agne Jakobsson. Produced by Hans-Agne Jakobsson in Markaryd, Sweden.
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Mirrors
Materials
Teak
Mid-Century Modern Solid Wood Mirror by Eriksmålaglas, Sweden, circa 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
In Sweden, the efforts to improve design in the twentieth century were more purist and moralistic compared to other countries due to the socialist government structure adopted there since the 1930s. Sweden embraced both tradition and industrial design, resulting in pieces that are just as contemporary today as they were back in the day.
This mirror is from the famed mirror manufactory, Eriksmålaglas established in the homonymous Swedish locality. With an overall look and details that represent mid-century Swedish modernism, this solid wood mirror...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Mirrors
Materials
Glass, Wood
Round Mirror in Aluminium Model Nr 133 Produced by Glasmäster in Sweden
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Round mirror in aluminium model nr 133. Produced by Glasmäster in Markaryd, Sweden.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Mirrors
Materials
Aluminum
Rosewood Mirror with Commode, 1960s
Located in Chorzów, PL
Danish chest of drawers with a mirror from the 1960s.
Dimensions:
Mirror: height 123 cm / width 68 cm
Chest of drawers: height 45 cm / width 77 cm / depth 38 cm.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Mirrors
Materials
Rosewood
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Mirror in Rosewood
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mid-Century Modern scandinavian mirror in Rio rosewood. To be hanged horizontaly. Was probably a part of a dressing table.
Category
1960s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Mirrors
Materials
Rosewood
Nils Troed Table Mirror Produced by Glasmäster in Markaryd, Sweden
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare table mirror designed by Nils Troed. Produced by Glasmäster in Markaryd, Sweden.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Mirrors
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Hand Mirror in the Style of Estric Ericsson Probably Produced in Sweden
By Estrid Ericsson
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare hand mirror in the style of Estrid Ericsson. Probably produced in Sweden.
Category
1940s European Vintage Scandinavian Modern Mirrors
Materials
Bronze
Solid Santos Rosewood Circular Mirror by Uno & Osten Kristiansson for Luxus
Located in Little Burstead, Essex
This is a really original example in Solid Santos Rosewood, or Machaerium Scleroxylon, to give it's Latin name. This Rosewood Species is not on a protected list, so is no problem to ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Mirrors
Materials
Hardwood
Round Mirror in Pine, Brass and Leather by Glas Mäster in Markaryd, Sweden
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare mirror in pine, brass and leather. Produced by Glas mäster in Markaryd, Sweden.
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Mirrors
Materials
Brass
Round Mirror in Oak with Brown Leather Produced by Glas Mäster in Sweden
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare mirror in oak, brass and leather. Produced by Glas Mäster in Markaryd, Sweden.
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Mirrors
Materials
Brass
Pair of Round Mirrors in Brass by Glas Mäster in Sweden
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Pair of round mirror in brass model nr 133. Produced by Glas Mäster in Markaryd in Sweden.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Mirrors
Materials
Brass
Uno & Östen Kristiansson Table Mirror Produced by Luxus in Vittsjö, Sweden
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare table mirror designed by Uno & Östen Kristiansson. Produced by Luxus in Vittsjö, Sweden.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Mirrors
Materials
Steel
Scandinavian Modern mirrors for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Scandinavian Modern mirrors 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 mirrors created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include mirrors, case pieces and storage cabinets, decorative objects and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, glass and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Scandinavian Modern mirrors made in a specific country, there are Europe, Scandinavia, and Sweden pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original mirrors, popular names associated with this style include Aksel Kjersgaard, Uno & Östen Kristiansson, Kai Kristiansen, and Luxus Vittsjö. 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 mirrors differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $185 and tops out at $21,025 while the average work can sell for $1,992.