Scandinavian Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
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
Scandinavian modernist desktop file organizer, functionalism, Sweden 1950s
Located in Forserum, SE
A modernist file organizer produced in the mid 20th century by Swedish industrial company Y. Bengtssons Mekaniska Verkstad once located in the small town ...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Steel
Mid-century magazine rack, suede leather and teak, Sweden, 1960s
Located in Forserum, SE
Swedish mid-century magazine rack crafted from solid teak, featuring suede leather. Its foldable design allows for convenient storage and transport. Notably, the sling leather is sec...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Leather, Teak
Mid-20th Magazine Holder in Teak and Canvas By Skøde Skjern, Denmark 1960's
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Scandinavian Modern & Theodor Skjøde Knudsen
A Mid-Century Modern magazine holder by Theodor Skjøde Knudsen in teak and original canvas, by S...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Canvas, Teak
Vintage Rosewood Rolling Record Magazine Rack by Rolf Hesland for Bruksbo
By Rolf Hesland, Bruksbo
Located in San Jose, CA
Mid-Century Modern magazine LP vinyl record storage cart designed by Rolf Hesland for Bruksbo, Norway. This piece features stunning Brazilian rosewood grains that showcase from any a...
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1970s Norwegian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
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Rosewood
Rolf Hesland Rosewood Rolling Record/ Magazine Caddy by Bruksbo
By Bruksbo, Rolf Hesland
Located in Highland, IN
A handsome and useful piece, this caddy is perfect for storing magazines or record albums. This is the double wide version and is clad in beautiful Brazilian rosewood. Made in Norway...
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1960s Norwegian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
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Plastic, Rosewood
Scandinavian Modern Book Crib by Bruno Mathsson, Karl Mathsson, Sweden, 1930s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Early edition “Book Crib” by Bruno Mathsson, made from elmwood. A beautiful design piece that can be placed on a desk or on the floor.
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1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
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Elm
Rolf Hesland Magazine Rack by Bruksbo in Norway
By Rolf Hesland
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Magazine rack in rosewood designed by Rolf Hesland. Produced by Bruksbo / Bagn Møbelindustri in Norway.
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1960s Norwegian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
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Rosewood
Vintage Scandinavian Modern Teak Frame & Off-White Fabric Sling Magazine Holder
Located in Topeka, KS
Stunning vintage Scandinavian Modern magazine holder comprised of teak and an off-white cotton fabric sling. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that this is vintage and not new so ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Scandinavian modernist desktop file organizer, functionalism, Sweden 1950s
Located in Forserum, SE
A modernist file organizer produced in the mid 20th century by Swedish industrial company Y. Bengtssons Mekaniska Verkstad once located in the small town ...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Steel
Vintage Swedish Magazine Rack in Beech, 1960s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A stylish magazine stand in solid beech with teak accents. Its assembled without the use of metal. Round-stick tecnique with bend-wood 'legs'. Anonymously made in Sweden during the 1...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Beech, Teak
Mid-Century Collapsible Wood Magazine Holder Rack
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
This MCM folding wood magazine rack epitomizes simple everyday modern design. Lightweight and easily transportable, we see this in any formal or informal setting next to your favorit...
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Mid-20th Century European Scandinavian Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Wood
Danish Mid-Century Rosewood Rectangular Magazine Rack Holder
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Danish Mid-Century Modern magazine holder in Rosewood with faux black vinyl leather. The stylish design makes this piece a wonderful decorative choice in any formal or informal home ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Metal
Scandinavian Modern Magazine Stand by Larsen & Bender Madsen, Denmark, 1960s
Located in Odense, DK
Rare & beautiful magazine stand in rosewood and rattan cane by Danish designers Ejner Larsen & Aksel Bender Madsen. Made in the 1960s.
Danish design duo Ejner Larsen (1917—1987) an...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Cane, Rosewood
Illums Bolighus Danish Handwoven Magazine Rack in Wicker, 1950s
Located in Prague, New Town
Danish minimalist handwoven newspaper / magazine rack, in the manner of Carl Auböck (1900–1957). Produced by Illums Bolighus in the 1950s. Made from wicker, metal frame.
Dimensions:...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Iron
Jens Quistgaard Teak Magazine Holder by Dansk
By Dansk, Jens Quistgaard
Located in Highland, IN
This teak magazine holder by Jens Quistgaard is both very beautiful, and impeccably crafted. The sculptural form is elegant and highly functional ...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Teak
Sculptural Danish Mid Century Modern Magazine Rack c. 1950/1960's
Located in New York, NY
Sculptural, architectural Danish Mid Century Modern magazine rack, circa 1950/1960's. This piece is constructed of solid teak, with dowels of a lighter color wood, perhaps birch. Rar...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
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Teak
Scandinavian Modern Pine and Canvas Magazine Rack, 1970s.
Located in Asaa, DK
Scandinavian Modern Pine and Canvas Magazine Rack, 1970s.
Danish Modern wall mounted or standing rack with 12 canvas pockets ideal for storing magazines, shoes, books or teddy bears...
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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Canvas, Pine
Rosewood Magazine/Side Table by Spottrup
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Rosewood Danish magazine/side table by Spottrup, circa 1960's. Charming table with handsome bookmatched veneer top, solid legs and canvas sling magazine holder!
Unrestored item, som...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Canvas, Hardwood
Ejner Larsen & Aksel Bender Madsen magazine rack, teak and cane
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Ejner Larsen & Aksel Bender Madsen magazine rack of teak with cane handle.
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Cane, Teak
Danish Modern Solid Teak Folding Magazine/Record Rack
Located in San Diego, CA
Simple elegant solid teak folding magazine rack can be used to store records. Folds for easy storage. Nicely done in a light teak finish, circa 1970s.
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Late 20th Century Thai Scandinavian Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Teak
Mid-20th Magazine Holder in Teak and Canvas By Skøde Skjern, Denmark 1960's
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Scandinavian Modern & Theodor Skjøde Knudsen
A Mid-Century Modern magazine holder by Theodor Skjøde Knudsen in teak and original canvas, by S...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Canvas, Teak
Rolf Hesland for Bruskbø Lp Magazine Rack
By Bruksbo, Rolf Hesland
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Elegant Norwegian modern record or magazine cart has plenty of storage and makes a great compliment to your favourite lounge chair. Trapezoidal shaped trolley has a handle on top and...
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1960s Norwegian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
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Rosewood
Danish Modern Leather and Teak Sculpted Double Magazine Rack
Located in San Diego, CA
A very rare and beautiful Danish modern chocolate leather and teak sculpted double magazine rack, circa 1970s. The magazine rack is super high quality and in very good vintage condit...
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Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Leather, Teak
Mid Century Scandinavian Modern Magazine Record Album Storage Bin by Bruksbo
By Brucksbo, Rolf Hesland
Located in New York, NY
Mid Century Scandinavian Modern magazine rack, record album caddy, made in Norway designed by Rolf Hesland, for Brucksbo c. 1960's. The teak, and teak veneer case is mounted on it's original chrome and black wheel caster feet. The case retains its original Brucksbo label on verso, as shown. This example is structurally sound and sturdy, the finish shows a couple of blemishes, specifically a visible scratch on one panel, and evidence of an old cosmetic...
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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Teak
Mid-century magazine rack, suede leather and teak, Sweden, 1960s
Located in Forserum, SE
Swedish mid-century magazine rack crafted from solid teak, featuring suede leather. Its foldable design allows for convenient storage and transport. Notably, the sling leather is sec...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Leather, Teak
Drawing Rack by Alvar Aalto for Artek
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Sagaponack, NY
An uncommon birch bentwood drawing rack with four pairs of hooks.
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1960s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Birch
Artek Book Stand by Aino Aalto
By Artek, Aino Aalto
Located in Espoo, FI
Artek book stand, designed by Aino Aalto. In very good used condition. Manufactured in 1940s-1950s.
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1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Birch
Bruno Mathsson Reading Stand Produced by Karl Mathsson in Värnamo, Sweden
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Very rare reading stand with light designed by Bruno Mathsson. Produced by Karl Mathsson in Värnamo, Sweden.
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Brass, Steel
Vintage Teak Magazine Rack from the 1950s
Located in Brescia, IT
Nice and useful piece of furniture for storing magazines or small items.
The supporting frame is made of wood and the checkered fabric is original vintage.
It can be easily cl...
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1950s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Mid Century Modern Hand-Woven Rattan & Metal Folding Magazine / Newspaper Rack
Located in Reading, Berkshire
Stylish and Compact Scandinavian Mid Century Modern Folding Hand-Woven Rattan Magazine Rack With Metal Legs.
Ideal item for storing magazines, newspapers etc.
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Metal
1960s Danish Magazine Rack Sculptural Solid Teak Wood Denmark
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1960s Sculptural Folding Teakwood Magazine Rack Holder
Folded 21 x tall x 16.5 w x 2.5
Unmarked
Attributed to Cees Braakman
Preowned condition original vintage unrestored.
Refer to ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Teak
Folding Wood Magazine Stand
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Folding Magazine Rack in a Walnut Finish. Danish Design feel but his one is probably made in Yugoslavia in the 50's or early 60's. Folds away but sturdy when open!
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1970s Macedonian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Wood
1970s Swedish Bamboo Wood Magazine Rack
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Vintage organic modern magazine rack in natural materials. Semi-circular shape with slender bars, large handle and wooden base on six feet.
Beautiful vintage condition.
Scandinavia...
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Late 20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Bamboo, Wood
Vintage teak magazine rack by Henning Wind-Hansen
Located in Brescia, IT
Scandinavian 1950s-60s magazine rack by Henning Wind-Hansen. Teak frame with fabric bag, elegant and functional.
This vintage magazine rack, by Danish designer Henning Wind-Hansen, ...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Teak
1960s Sculptural Solid Teak Wood Magazine Rack Modern Denmark
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1960s Sculptural Folding Teakwood Magazine Rack Holder
Two racks are available.
Listing price is per unit.
10 d x 16.5 w x 18.25
Unmarked
Preowned condition original vintage unrestor...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Teak
1970s Danish Modern Arthur Umanof-Style Magazine Rack
Located in Germantown, MD
Nice Danish Modern style oval wooden magazine holder. Mid century design, Arthur Umanoff Style, a simple sleek wood rack. It has a one-piece woo...
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Mid-20th Century American Scandinavian Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Hardwood
Jens Quistgaard for Dansk Staved Teak Magazine Rack Tray
Located in Springfield, OR
Placeholder
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Teak
Danish Modern Solid Teak Magazine Rack
By Dansk
Located in San Diego, CA
Nice craftsmanship on this solid teak magazine rack, circa the 1970s it can be used on the floor, or wall-mounted has two holes where it can be hooked, it been freshly restored.
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Late 20th Century Thai Scandinavian Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Teak
Danish Modern Linen and Teak Double Magazine Rack
Located in San Diego, CA
Danish modern linen and teak double magazine rack, circa 1970s. A solid teak frame and chocolate linen inserts make this a very attractive and functional magazine rack for any MCM room.
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Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Teak, Linen
Scandinavian 1950s magazine rack
Located in Brescia, IT
1950s magazine rack with wooden frame and gilded metal shelves.
A piece of furniture with vintage charm that can be used not only as a magazine rack, but also as a towel holder in t...
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1950s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Metal
Scandinavian vintage magazine rack
Located in Brescia, IT
1950s magazine rack with wooden frame and gilded metal shelves.
A piece of furniture with vintage charm that can be used not only as a magazine rack, but also as a towel holder in t...
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1950s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Metal
Original Magazine Rack Designed Thonet, Model No 1
By Thonet
Located in Lejre, DK
Magazine rack in beechwood. Designed by Thonet, 1900s. Made in Austria. Great original condition.
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Early 1900s Austrian Antique Scandinavian Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Beech
Midcentury Magazine Rack By Frits Henningsen, Danish Design 1950s
Located in Lejre, DK
Magazine rack in solid beech. Designed by Frits Henningsen for Andreas Tuck. Made in Denmark. Great original condition.
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Beech
Mid-Century Magazine Rack in Teak by Bruksbo Danish Modern
By Bruskbo
Located in Pemberton, NJ
A vintage magazine rack in teak wood on casters. The piece has the original label for Bruksbo of Norway.
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1950s Norwegian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Teak
Swedish bamboo magazine rack
Located in Brescia, IT
Elegant bamboo magazine rack with frosted glass top, simple and functional Nordic design.
Vintage Swedish bamboo magazine rack that combines the natural charm of bamboo with the mod...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Bamboo
Danish mid-century modern magazine holder in rio rosewood
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Danish mid-century modern magazine holder in rio rosewood
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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Mid-Century Modern Magazine Holder – Denmark, 1950s Metal and Leather Design
Located in Stockholm, SE
Magazine rack, anonymous,
Denmark. 1950s.
Brass and leather.
L: 42 cm/ 16 1/2''
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Brass
Norwegian Rosewood Magazine Rack by Brusksbo Mellemstrands Danish Modern
By Bruksbo
Located in Pemberton, NJ
This magazine rack or record cart highlighting the beautiful natural grain of the rosewood was made in Norway by the woodcrafting company Mellemstrands. Th...
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1960s Norwegian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Rosewood
Vintage Magazine Rack
Located in Brescia, IT
1960s magazine rack made of curved white metal.
This original Scandinavian furniture accessory dates from the early 1960s. Made of curved tub...
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1960s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Metal
swedish magazine stand attributed by Nisse Strinning
Located in Kiel, SH
swedish magazine stand attributed by Nisse Strinning in good used condion.
The wicker is in a good used condition
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Metal
Magazine Stand in Patinated Leather and Brass by Illums Bolighus, 1950s
Located in Lejre, DK
Magazine stand in brass and leather designed and made by Illums Bolighus in the 1950s. Great condition.
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1950s Austrian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Brass
Magazine Caddy for Bruksbo
By Bruksbo
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A rolling rosewood magazine caddy on four swivel casters with three divided compartments and a handle for ease of movement.
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1960s Norwegian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Rosewood
Teak Peridiocals Basket from Denmark
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A well scaled and unusual periodicals basket having an adjustable bronze riveted looping handle and finely crafted of molded teak plywood.
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Teak
Scandinavian Modern magazine racks and stands for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Scandinavian Modern magazine racks and stands 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 magazine racks and stands created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include more furniture and collectibles, decorative objects, tables and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, hardwood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Scandinavian Modern magazine racks and stands 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 magazine racks and stands, popular names associated with this style include Bruksbo, Rolf Hesland, Jens Quistgaard, and Werkstätte Carl Auböck. 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 magazine racks and stands differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $159 and tops out at $13,477 while the average work can sell for $695.