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
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.
Pair of De La Espada Atlantico Oak Nightstands, circa 1997
By De La Espada
Located in San Diego, CA
A handsome pair of Atlantico bedside tables by De La Espada, dating to circa 1997. #5678 Crafted in oak with a warm oiled finish, each nightstand features a single wide drawer with...
Oak
Pair of Mid Century Danish teak 3 drawer nightstands with top curved shelf
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of Mid Century Danish teak 3 drawer nightstands with top curved shelf. Curved corners. Very nice quality and condition. Made in Denmark. Located in Brooklyn NYC. Sold as a Pair...
Teak
Vintage Danish 1970s mid-century Oak Bedside Table Night stand
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
This oak bedside table is a simple and functional piece inspired by Scandinavian design from the 1970s. It has a clean look that works well in both modern and classic interiors. Mad...
Brass
Pair of Danish Modern Petite teak nightstands with single drawer
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of Danish Modern Petite teak nightstands with single drawer made in Denmark, ca. 1950s. A nice pair of nightstands or side tables in the style of Børge Mogensen. Delicately de...
Teak
Pair of Mid century Danish modern teak single drawer nightstands with handles
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of Mid century Danish modern teak single drawer nightstands with handles. Great Teak pair of nightstands with one drawer open storage space. Labeled Made in Denmark. Located i...
Teak
Pair of Mid century Danish modern teak single drawer nightstands with shelf
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of Mid century Danish modern teak single drawer nightstands with a shelf. Great Teak pair of nightstands with one drawer over shelved open storage space with adjustable shelf. L...
Teak
Weave Bedside 45 from Ringvide, Oak Wood Natural Oil, Scandinavian
By Lukas Dahlén
Located in Visby, SE
Weave bedside table Bedside table, made of solid birch wood and laminated birchveneér or solid oak wood and oak veneér. Modern yet classic, bold yet modest the bedside serves as a great example of Scandinavian contemporary design. Designed by Lukas Dahlén...
Birch, Oak
Swedish Nordens Flora Illustrations on Pair of Nightstands, 1940's
By Josef Frank
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A pair of nightstands from the 1940's. The nightstands are in an oak wood with patinated brass pulls. In good original condition with light wear on the wood from age and use. Each ni...
Brass
Pair Mid century Danish modern 3 drawer teak nightstands
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair Mid century Danish modern 3 drawer teak nightstands. Great pair of Scandinavian nightstands with teak carved handles and tapered legs. Made in Denmark located in Brooklyn NYC. ...
Teak, Birch
Pair of Scandinavian modern waterfall birch single drawer nightstands
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of Scandinavian modern waterfall birch single drawer nightstands. Great set of birch nightstands with a single drawer all solid birch with a natural blonde finish. Very clean in...
Birch
Pair of Scandinavian modern teak nightstands by DUX Sweden Folke Ohlsson
By Folke Ohlsson, Dux of Sweden
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of Scandinavian modern teak nightstands by DUX Sweden Designed by Folke Ohlsson. Single drawer teak nightstands Made in circa 1960 in Sweden. Labeled underneath. 24.5" x 18.5"...
Teak
Pair of danish modern single drawer teak nightstands with lower cabinet
By Arne Vodder
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of danish modern single drawer teak nightstands with lower flip down storage area. Brown teak wood with (2) handles on each with tapered legs. Simple Danish design circa 1970 ma...
Teak
Beautiful pair of mid century danish teak 3 drawer nightstands by Nils Jonsson
By Nils Jonsson
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful pair of teak mid century modern 3 drawer nightstands made in Denmark. Designed by Nils Jonsson for HJN Mobler. Square body and plinth base. Single cubby and lower 3 drawers...
Teak
Weave Bedside / Night stand 45 from Ringvide, Oak Wood Smoked, Scandinavian
By Lukas Dahlén
Located in Visby, SE
Weave bedside table Bedside table, made of solid birch wood and laminated birchveneér or solid oak wood and oak veneér. Modern yet classic, bold yet modest the bedside serves as a great example of Scandinavian contemporary design. Designed by Lukas Dahlén...
Birch, Oak
Vintage Swedish Scandinavian Modern Pair of Teak Nightstands with Drawer
Located in Kramfors, SE
Vintage Scandinavian teak nightstands, with a single drawer and shelf underneath. The pair is made in Sweden around 1960. Good vintage condition with some minor traces and marks of u...
Teak
Pair of teak danish modern nightstands with single drawer and adjustable shelf
By Drylund
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of teak danish modern nightstands with single drawer and adjustable shelf. Great simple block style Danish nightstands or end tables. Tops are black lacquer on teak. Each nights...
Teak, Lacquer
Beautiful pair of mid century danish modern teak nightstands by Nils Jonsson
By Nils Jonsson
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful pair of teak mid century single drawer nightstands made in Denmark. Designed by Nils Jonsson for HJN Mobler. Single cubby and lower drawer with inset handle. Square solid t...
Brass
Pair Mid century danish modern light teak single drawer Nightstands by Art Furn
By Art Furn
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of Very Clean Mid century danish modern single drawer nightstands by Art furn. Simple basic Danish modern design teak single drawer nightstands. Has carved upper and lower handl...
Teak
Swedish Scandinavian Modern Oak Night Stands w/ Brass Accent Handle
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Materials: Oak Wood, Brass Accent Handle ________________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we ...
Brass
Weave Bedside 60 from Ringvide, Smoked Oak Wood, Scandinavian
By Lukas Dahlén
Located in Visby, SE
Weave bedside table Bedside table, made of solid birch wood and laminated birchveneér or solid oak wood and oak veneér. Modern yet classic, bold yet modest the bedside serves as a great example of Scandinavian contemporary design. Designed by Lukas Dahlén...
Birch, Oak
Pair of Yellow Scandinavian modern Pine single drawer nightstands brass handle
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of Yellow painted Scandinavian modern Pine single drawer nightstands with brass handles. Made in Sweden circa 1970s. Located in Brooklyn NYC. Sold as a pair (2) nightstands. ...
Brass
Beautiful pair of mid century danish modern teak nightstands with 3 drawers
By Peter Arenkiel Jensen, Tørring Møbelfabrik
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful pair of teak mid century 3 drawer nightstands made in Denmark. Designed by Peter Graves Sorensen for Tørring Møbelfabrik. Square body and platform base. Single lower cubby ...
Brass
Pair of Scandinavian modern nightstands birch and black laminate
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of Scandinavian modern nightstands birch and black laminate. Great set of single drawer nightstands circa 1970 made in Finland. Located Brooklyn nyc. Sold as a pair (2) nights...
Birch
1930s Bedside tables model "O.K" by Axel Einar Hjorth, Nordiska Kompaniet
By Axel Einar Hjorth, NK (Nordiska Kompaniet)
Located in Hägersten, SE
Bedside tables model "O.K" designed by Axel Einar Hjorth. Produced by Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden in 1936. Table top made from veneered elm wood with contrasting darker decor, chrome...
Metal
Teak Danish Modern Night Stands A Pair
Located in Fulton, CA
Classic pair of teak Danish Modern nightstands. Marked Made in Denmark". Circa. 1970's. Very nice original condition with age-appropriate wear in the form of fading to finish and som...
Teak
Pair of Mid-Century Danish Modern Teak Nightstands, One Drawer, 1970s
Located in Wilmington, DE
Pair of Mid-Century Danish Modern 1-Drawer Teak Nightstands/End Tables Offered is a piece of time and design: a Pair of Mid-Century Danish Modern 1-Drawer Teak Nightstands/End Table...
Teak
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 ...
Wood
Pair of danish modern 3 drawer nightstands black lacquer and rosewood Dyrlund
By Drylund
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of Danish modern 3 drawer nightstands black lacquer and rosewood by Dyrlund. Great Unique set of Nightstands with hidden circle finger pulls. Black Lacquer tops and (2) front dr...
Rosewood, Lacquer
1960s Set of Two Danish Rosewood Nightstands or Chests of Drawers
Located in Knebel, DK
1960s Set of Two Danish Rosewood Nightstands or Chests of Drawers
Rosewood
Swedish 1950s Bedside Tables in Mahogany & Brass by Halvdan Pettersson in Tibro
Located in Örebro, SE
A pair of circular bedside tables in mahogany, faux leather and brass, designed and manufactured by Halvdan Pettersson, Tibro, Sweden, circa late 1950s. The design reflects Swedish ...
Brass
Pair of Nightstands in Oak by Børge Mogensen, Made in Sweden
By Karl Anderson, Børge Mogensen
Located in Lejre, DK
Pair of nightstands in oak with adjustable shelves. Designed by Danish architect Børge Mogensen for Karl Andersson cabinetmakers. Made in Sweden in the 1960s. Great condition.
Oak
Weave bedside 60 from Ringvide, Oak Wood Natural Oil, Scandinavian
By Lukas Dahlén
Located in Visby, SE
Weave bedside table Bedside table, made of solid birch wood and laminated birchveneér or solid oak wood and oak veneér. Modern yet classic, bold yet modest the bedside serves as a great example of Scandinavian contemporary design. Designed by Lukas Dahlén...
Birch, Oak
Danish Teak Nightstands in Hans J. Wegner Style, Mid-Century 1958
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Wall-Mounted Danish Nightstands, each with one pull out drawer and open shelf area below. Signed on back with maker name Sengebord Vaeghaengt.
Teak
Pair of Scandinavian solid Pine nightstands with carved details Sweden
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of Scandinavian solid Pine nightstands. Made in Sweden circa 1970. Has carved round details. Located in Brooklyn NYC. Dimensions: H 19" x W 22" x D 17"
Pine
Vintage Restored Danish Modern Teak Nightstands by Arne Wahl Iversen
Located in Toluca Ter, CA
Expertly refinished pair of mid century modern teak nightstands by Arne Wahl Iversen, made in Denmark c. 1970s. Clean lines and an architectural form make these compatible with cont...
Teak
Bodafors, Nightstands, Wood, Glass, Sweden, 1940s
By Bodafors
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of wood and glass nightstands designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s. In good vintage condition, with visible wear consistent with age and use. Light surface scratches to ...
Glass, Wood
Pair of Scandinavian modern oak nightstands with single drawer
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of Scandinavian modern oak nightstands with a single drawer on 4 tapered legs. Has narrow upper cubby storage area with lower drawer. Made in Sweden circa 1970s. Located in Broo...
Pine, Oak
Pair of Mid century modern Scandinavian Beech 4 drawer nightstands
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of Mid century modern blonde beech Scandinavian 4 drawer nightstands on a black lacquer plinth base. Beautiful light grained beech veneer with geometric symmetrical design each ...
Beech, Birch, Lacquer
Scandinavian Modern Gentlemen's Chest Teak 3 Drawer Marked Made in Denmark
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome small Scandinavian Modern teak three-drawer chest marked made in Denmark. It is in wonderful vintage condition with no outstanding flaws that we have detected. Please see ph...
Teak
1970's set of Two Fully Restored Danish Teak Nightstands
By PBJ Møbler
Located in Knebel, DK
1960´s fully restored Danish teak nightstand. Small Danish 1960´s nightstand / dresser / lamp table / table for your entry, side table... the potential use of this small table can...
Teak
LM Night Stands (each)
Located in Mount Rainier, MD
The LM Night Stands embody the collection’s quiet, utilitarian spirit. Built with straightforward joinery and balanced proportions, they offer a sense of calm order beside the bed. T...
Ash, Cherry, Maple, Walnut, Fir
Pair of Mid century Danish modern rosewood single drawer nightstands knobs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of Mid century Danish modern rosewood single drawer nightstands with round pulls. Great rosewood pair of nightstands with one drawer open storage space. Labeled Made in Denmark....
Rosewood
Danish Teak Nightstands Tables with Drawer, 1960s Modern Design
Located in Miami, FL
Exquisite pair of Danish teak end tables circa 1960s. These sculptural Mid-Century Modern pieces embody the elegance and restraint of fine Scandinavian craftsmanship. Each table is...
Teak
Pair of Scandinavian modern single drawer nightstands White lacquer and cane
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of Scandinavian modern single drawer nightstands birch wood and White Lacquer and white cane sides. Great set of single drawer nightstands circa 1970 made in Sweden. Located Bro...
Laminate, Birch
Pair of Danish modern teak tambour door nightstands
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of Danish modern teak tambour door nightstands. Great set of Danish nightstands with sliding front doors and has a single drawer and adjustable shelf behind the front doors. Goo...
Teak
Swedish Rosewood Brass Nightstands After William Hinn Mid Century - A Pair
Located in Forest Grove, PA
A pair of rosewood and brass nightstands after the designs of William Hinn. Wonderful book matched grain across both pieces. A blind top drawer over a two door cabinet. The depth giv...
Brass
Swedish Designer, Nightstands, Teak, Sweden, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of teak nightstands designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1960s. Dimensions: 24” H x 16.625” W x 15” D
Teak
Scandinavian Modern Nightstands
Located in San Francisco, CA
Pair of Swedish pine nightstands with leather handles. Perfect for na smaller bedroom or loft, ready to install and enjoy.
Pine
Aksel Kjersgaard floating nightstands No 24 in teak Odder Denmark 1960
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
Pair of model No. 24 floating nightstands designed by Aksel Kjersgaard, Odder, Denmark, 1960s. A beautifully crafted pair of Danish modern bedside tables in teak, characterized by th...
Teak
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Oak Nightstands by Henning Kjærnulf, Denmark, 1960s
Located in Rødding, DK
Danish pair of nightstands in solid oak, attributed to Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s. Each stand has a raised gallery rail along three sides of the top, formed by the extended posts of th...
Brass
Danish Teak Nightstands by Lyby Møbler, Custom Restored, 1960s
Located in Chattanooga, TN
These wide Danish teak nightstands—originally produced by Lyby Møbler—have been fully reimagined as one-of-a-kind custom creations, transformed through an artisan restoration process...
Teak
1960´s Fully Restored Danish Teak Chest of Drawers - Nightstand
By PBJ Møbler
Located in Knebel, DK
1960´s fully restored Danish teak nightstand. Small Danish 1960´s nightstand / dresser / lamp table / table for your entry, side table... the potential use of this small table can...
Teak
Pair Ib Kofod Larsen for Brandi Moblefabrik Brazilian Rosewood Nightstands
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Brande Møbelfabrik
Located in Oakland, CA
An elegant pair of nightstands designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen for Brande Møbelfabrik, Denmark, 1958. Finely crafted from old-growth Brazilian rosewood, each cabinet features book-matche...
Rosewood
Minimalistic Rosewood Night Stand or Small Cabinet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Minimalistic rosewood night stand or small cabinet. Gorgeous wood veining. Chic and understated.
Rosewood
Pair of Vintage Scandinavian oak 3 drawer nightstands
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of Vintage Scandinavian oak nightstands each nightstand has three drawers with carved wooden handles. Located in Brooklyn NYC. Very clean ready for use. Sold as a pair of nigh...
Oak
Beautiful pair of mid century danish modern teak single drawer nightstands
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful pair of teak mid century single drawer nightstands made in Denmark by PBJ Mobler. Narrow single drawer with handle. Dovetail construction with felt lined drawers with divid...
Teak
Vintage Scandinavian Modern Bedside Tables, Metal & Plywood, 1980
Located in Linkebeek, BE
Pair of bedside tables with drawers - 1980s 80s Furnitures - Vintage Measures : 56x42cm H:71cm Weight : 30kg possibility of purchasing the column unit o...
Metal
Pair of Vintage Teak Nightstands by AB Carlstrom & Co. Mobelfabrik, Sweden
By AB Carlstrom
Located in San Jose, CA
Mid century modern pair of bedside table nightstands in teak by AB Carlström & Co. Möbelfabrik, Sweden circa 1960's. This unique set offers three tiers of display shelving includ...
Teak, Laminate, Birch
Pair of Swedish Modern Night Stands by Niels Clausen, 1960's
Located in Uccle, BE
Cabinets by Niels Clausen for his own company NC Møbler produced in Odense, Denmark, circa 1960. Each wide cabinets has two slim drawers with elegant scal...
Hardwood
Dux, Nighstands, Bamboo, Oak, Rattan, Metal, Sweden, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of bamboo, oak, rattan and metal nightstands produced by Dux, Sweden, c. 1960s. Dimensions: 21.25” H x 17.625” W x 23” D
Metal