Scandinavian Modern Pillows and Throws
SCANDINAVIAN MODERN STYLE
The gentle, organic contours that are typical of vintage Scandinavian modern furniture appear in the work of 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.
Characterized by bold, clean lines and simple, sturdy symmetries, Scandinavian modernism is perhaps the warmest and most organic iteration of modernist design. The work of the designers associated with this style was founded on centuries-old beliefs in both quality craftsmanship and the ideal that beauty should enhance even the humblest accessories of daily life.
Each nation produced exceptional talents in all areas of the applied arts, yet each had its forté. Sweden was home to Bruno Mathsson, creator of the classic Grasshopper chair and Berlin daybed, but the country excelled most notably at ceramics. In the ’20s at the great Gustavsberg porcelain manufactory, Wilhelm Kåge introduced Scandinavian modern pieces 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. 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 he 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, maker of the bold Chieftain chair; Poul Kjaerholm, with his lean metal-and-rattan aesthetic; and Vernor Panton, who introduced a vibrant Pop note into international design.
On 1stDibs, you will note both instantly recognizable vintage Scandinavian modern designs — those that have earned iconic status over time — and many new discoveries. Even more than 50 years on from their heyday, the prolific, ever-evolving Scandinavian modernists continue to amaze and delight.
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Style: Scandinavian Modern
Modern Kilim Cushion Cover Coffee Brown Handmade Geometric Wool Pillow
Located in Hampshire, GB
This new modern Scandinavian style kilim cushion cover is a handwoven piece constructed in the early 21st century. The design has been delicately woven by hand and features a symmetr...
Category
Early 2000s Afghan Scandinavian Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Wool, Cotton, Natural Fiber, Organic Material
Shearling Sheepskin Cushion Dark Linen - 20x20"/50x50cm
Located in Dural, AU
Add charming tactile textures to your interior decor with this large shearling sheepskin pillow. The boucle style wool pile features a short curly wool that will bring sustainable st...
Category
2010s Australian Scandinavian Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Sheepskin
Kilim Cushion Cover Rustic Beige Pink Wool New Handmade Scatter Pillow
Located in Hampshire, GB
This new traditional kilim cushion cover is a handwoven piece constructed in the early 21st century. The design has been delicately woven by hand and features a symmetrical geometric...
Category
Early 2000s Afghan Scandinavian Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Wool, Cotton, Natural Fiber, Organic Material
Handmade Beige Cushion Cover Scandinavian Modern Kilim Cushion Pillow
Located in Hampshire, GB
This new traditional Kilim cushion cover is a handwoven piece constructed in the early 21st century. The design has been delicately woven by hand and features a symmetrical geometric...
Category
2010s Afghan Scandinavian Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Wool, Cotton, Natural Fiber, Organic Material
Blush Pink Wool Kilim Cushion Cover Handwoven Geometric Scatter Cushion
Located in Hampshire, GB
This new traditional kilim cushion cover is a handwoven piece constructed in the early 21st century. The design has been delicately woven by hand and features a symmetrical geometric...
Category
Early 2000s Afghan Scandinavian Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Wool, Cotton, Natural Fiber, Organic Material
Treasure Black and Gold Sheepskin Pillow, Made in Australia
Located in Dural, AU
Add layers of comforting texture to your living room or bedroom decor with this exotic inspired sheepskin pillow designed by Emily Barbara and exclusive to 1st Dibs. Its unique desig...
Category
2010s Australian Scandinavian Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Sheepskin
Boucle Pillow - Abstract Stone 20x20"
Located in Dural, AU
Introduce comfort and an expression of sustainable living found in this stone shearling sheepskin abstract pillow. The boucle style wool pile features a short curly wool that will br...
Category
2010s Australian Scandinavian Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Sheepskin
Boucle Shearling Sheepskin Pillow Bone, Australian Made 35*60cm
Located in Dural, AU
Add layers of 100% woolen textures to a decor with this captivating Australian shearling sheepskin pillow. The short curly wool pile translates stylish design, comfort and expresses ...
Category
2010s Australian Scandinavian Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Sheepskin
Scandinavian Kilim Light Grey Cushion Cover Oriental Kilim Pillow
Located in Hampshire, GB
This new traditional kilim cushion cover is a handwoven piece constructed in the early 21st century. The design has been delicately woven by hand and features a symmetrical geometric...
Category
Early 2000s Afghan Scandinavian Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Wool, Cotton, Natural Fiber, Organic Material
Shearling Sheepskin Pillow, Dark Linen Boucle - 35x50cm
Located in Dural, AU
Add inviting and tactile textures to your decor with this eluxury home, dark linen shearling sheepskin pillow. The boucle style wool pile features an enchanting short curly wool that...
Category
2010s Australian Scandinavian Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Sheepskin
Beige Brown Kilim Cushion Cover Modern Handmade Wool Scatter Pillow
Located in Hampshire, GB
This new traditional Kilim cushion cover is a handwoven piece constructed in the early 21st century. The design has been delicately woven by hand and features a symmetrical geometric...
Category
2010s Afghan Scandinavian Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Wool, Cotton, Natural Fiber, Organic Material
Sheepskin Shearling Pillow Lumbar - White 35*60cm 14*24"
Located in Dural, AU
Transform a bed, sofa or arm chair with this endearing sheepskin shearling pillow. The natural white sheepskin wool features a short and curly wool pile that will add will elevate c...
Category
2010s Australian Scandinavian Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Sheepskin
Small Memory Square Cushion or Throw Pillow by Warm Nordic
Located in Viby J, DK
Beautiful cushion in exclusive Kvadrat fabric. The Memory cushion makes the perfect addition to a living room, where its sophisticated abstract design will inject life, but the cushi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Polish Scandinavian Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Feathers
Shearling Sheepskin Pillow, Brown Hazelnut
Located in Dural, AU
Elevate the cozy and natural textures in your decor with this hazelnut brown shearling pillow. The sheepskin wool features a short and curly wool pile that will add beautiful and all...
Category
2010s Australian Scandinavian Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Sheepskin
White and Pink Nursery Pillow Cushion Sheepskin, Made in Australia
Located in Dural, AU
Add comforting and soft textures to your little girl’s bedroom with our fluffy Marshmallow sheepskin pillow. Its Art Deco inspired design brings a contemporary take on the classical ...
Category
2010s Australian Scandinavian Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Sheepskin
Shearling Sheepskin Pillow, White 50x50cm 20x20"
Located in Dural, AU
Elevate the charm and tactile textures to a room with this large 20x20" white shearling sheepskin pillow. The boucle style wool pile features an endearing short curly wool that will ...
Category
2010s Australian Scandinavian Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Sheepskin
Shearling Sheepskin Pillow, Hazelnut Brown
Located in Dural, AU
Elevate the cozy textures in your decor with this charming hazelnut brown shearling pillow. The boucle style wool pile features a short curly wool that will bring a room to life. Par...
Category
2010s Australian Scandinavian Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Sheepskin
Large Shearling Pillow - Euro 24x24" 60x60cm
Located in Dural, AU
Elevate the comfort to your decor with this extra large 24 x 24" shearling pillow. The shearling four panel front design, is hand-crafted from genuine Australian sheepskin featuring ...
Category
2010s Australian Scandinavian Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Sheepskin
Pink and White Sheepskin Pillow Cushion Made in Australia
Located in Dural, AU
Add comforting and cloud like textures to your little girls bedroom with this super plush pink and white sheepskin pillow. Made from the finest eco-friendly sheepskins, guaranteed to...
Category
2010s Australian Scandinavian Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Sheepskin
Sheepskin Shearling Pillow, Brown Hazelnut
Located in Dural, AU
Elevate the cozy and charming textures in your decor with this hazelnut brown shearling pillow. The shearling, is a genuine Australian sheepskin featuring a short and curly wool pile...
Category
2010s Australian Scandinavian Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Sheepskin
Boucle Shearling Sheepskin Pillow Cushion - 35*60cm Brown / Grey tip
Located in Dural, AU
From gentle softness to the perfectly tailored cushion, this grey / brown shearling sheepskin pillow brings natural styling to life with minimal fuss. The boucle wool style cushion f...
Category
2010s Australian Scandinavian Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Sheepskin
Modern Kilim Pillow Beige Blue Cushion Cover Oriental Kilim Handwoven
Located in Hampshire, GB
This new traditional kilim cushion cover is a handwoven piece constructed in the early 21st century. The design has been delicately woven by hand and features a symmetrical geometric...
Category
Early 2000s Afghan Scandinavian Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Wool, Cotton, Natural Fiber, Organic Material
Sheepskin Shearling Pillow Rectangle - White 35x50cm 14x20"
Located in Dural, AU
Transform your space with charm and inviting textures with this shearling sheepskin pillow. The white sheepskin wool features a short and curly wool pile that will add refreshing tou...
Category
2010s Australian Scandinavian Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Sheepskin
Shearling Sheepskin Pillow Dark Linen - 18x18" / 45x45cm
Located in Dural, AU
Add soft and tactile textures to your decor with this dark linen shearling sheepskin pillow. The boucle style wool pile features a short curly wool that will bring natural styling to...
Category
2010s Australian Scandinavian Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Sheepskin
Mid-20th Century Swedish Pillow by AB MMF
Located in New York, NY
"Grodblad"
Sweden, circa 1941
Measures: 1'5" x 1'4" (43 x 41 cm)
Initialed: AB MMF (AB Märta Måås-Fjetterström).
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Wool
Boho Sheepskin Pillow Cushion Grey / White
Located in Dural, AU
Add comforting and luxe textures to your decor with this plush grey and white sheepskin pillow. Made from the finest eco-friendly sheepskins, guaranteed to not have been processed th...
Category
2010s Australian Scandinavian Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Sheepskin
Shearling Sheepskin Pillow, White Square 16x16" 40x40cm
Located in Dural, AU
Elevate the cozy natural textures to your interior with this white shearling pillow. The sheepskin wool features a short and curly wool pile that will add inviting textures to a room...
Category
2010s Australian Scandinavian Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Sheepskin
Large Sheepskin Throw Rug for Bed, Sofa or Floor, Grey Short Wool
Located in Dural, AU
This large sheepskin throw rug will create an atmosphere of stylish design and luxurious comfort, handcrafted from the finest quality short wool Icelandic Sheepskin. This charming an...
Category
2010s Australian Scandinavian Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Sheepskin
Sheepskin Shearling Lumbar Pillow, Brown Hazelnut
Located in Dural, AU
Elevate the comfort and textural elements to your decor with this lumbar shearling pillow. The shearling, is a genuine Australian sheepskin featuring a short and curly wool pile in a...
Category
2010s Australian Scandinavian Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Sheepskin
Boucle Pillow Lumbar Coconut Cream - Shearling Sheepskin
Located in Dural, AU
Add layers of natural textures to your living room or bedroom decor with this captivating shearling sheepskin pillow. Its tight curly wool pile translates stylish comfort and express...
Category
2010s Australian Scandinavian Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Sheepskin
Fluffy Pillow Sheepskin, Eucalyptus Green Lumbar
Located in Dural, AU
Inject inviting and charming textures to your space with this luxurious, lumbar fluffy pillow. Featuring an irresistible silky, pure wool hand-crafted from beautiful and high-quality...
Category
2010s Australian Scandinavian Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Sheepskin
Green Fluffy Pillow Sheepskin - Eucalyptus 18x18"
Located in Dural, AU
Introduce charming tactile elements to your decor with this eucalyptus green fluffy pillow. Featuring a pure wool pile with superior silky softness, this collection of fluffy pillows...
Category
2010s Australian Scandinavian Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Sheepskin
Fluffy Pillow Sheepskin, Eucalyptus Green 20x20"
Located in Dural, AU
Inject charming and natural textures to your decor with this luxurious, eucalyptus green fluffy pillow. Featuring a New Zealand, pure wool pile with an irresistible silky feel. Hand-...
Category
2010s Australian Scandinavian Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Sheepskin
Cream Wool Kilim Cushion Cover Handwoven Wine Red Wool Scatter Pillow
Located in Hampshire, GB
This new traditional kilim cushion cover is a handwoven piece constructed in the early 21st century. The design has been delicately woven by hand and features a symmetrical geometric...
Category
Early 2000s Afghan Scandinavian Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Natural Fiber, Organic Material, Wool, Cotton
Shearling Sheepskin Pillow, Dark Linen 35x60cm
Located in Dural, AU
From gentle softness to the perfect lumbar pillow, this dark linen shearling sheepskin pillow brings natural styling to life with minimal fuss. The boucle style wool pile features a ...
Category
2010s Australian Scandinavian Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Sheepskin
Collect Soft Boucle Sage Color Cushion Sc28 by Space Copenhagen for & Tradition
Located in Lebanon, LB
The Sage color cushion is made from cotton, recycled polyester and acrylic, that has been weaved gently together using the classic boucle technique, which gives this cushion texture ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Fabric
Shearling Pillow, White Sheepskin Square 18x18" 40x40cm
Located in Dural, AU
Add a refreshing touch to your interior with this white shearling sheepskin pillow. The sheepskin wool features a curly short wool pile that will add inviting and charming textures t...
Category
2010s Australian Scandinavian Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Sheepskin
Velvet Grasshopper Pillows
Located in Minneapolis, MN
Down filled velvet pillows in a Grasshopper print by Klaus Haapaniemi, designed and produced by Danish Teak Classics. This textile design is a lovely modern - surrealist print that f...
Category
2010s North American Scandinavian Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Velvet, Down
Jaguar Print Pillow
Located in Dural, AU
From eclectic to sophisticated, this Jaguar print pillow makes a bold statement in any decor setting. The exotic jaguar print is overlaid over a genuine short hair African antelope s...
Category
2010s Australian Scandinavian Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Animal Skin
Broken Stripe Square Pillows
Located in Minneapolis, MN
These new down filled pillows are crafted from a luxurious textured slub wool & linen blend textile. Cream, warm grey and charcoal tones in a sophisticated broken stripe motif. con...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Wool, Linen
Sheepskin Shearling Pillow Cushion, Australian Curly Wool 50*50cm
Located in Dural, AU
Add layers of natural tactile elements to your bedroom or living decor with this captivating Australian shearling sheepskin pillow. The short curly wool pile translates stylish desig...
Category
2010s Australian Scandinavian Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Sheepskin
Boho White and Gold Sheepskin Pillow, Made in Australia
Located in Dural, AU
Add comforting and luxe textures to a bed or sofa with this super plush sheepskin pillow. Its Bohemian design brings a contemporary take on the classical sheepskin without the compro...
Category
2010s Australian Scandinavian Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Sheepskin
Boucle Pillow - Shearling Sheepskin 16x16" 40x40cm
Located in Dural, AU
Add layers of natural textures to your living room or bedroom decor with this captivating shearling sheepskin pillow. Its tight curly wool pile translates stylish comfort and express...
Category
2010s Australian Scandinavian Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Sheepskin
Boucle Pillow Abstract Shearling - Natural Pebbles
Located in Dural, AU
Introduce charming tactile elements found in this natural pebbles, abstract shearling pillow. The boucle pillow features short curly wool that will bring a room to life, translating ...
Category
2010s Australian Scandinavian Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Sheepskin
Large Memory Square Cushion or Throw Pillow by Warm Nordic
Located in Viby J, DK
Beautiful cushion in exclusive Kvadrat fabric. The Memory cushion makes the perfect addition to a living room, where its sophisticated abstract design will inject life, but the cushi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Polish Scandinavian Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Feathers
Small Crystal Field Square Cushion or Throw Pillow by Warm Nordic
Located in Viby J, DK
Beautiful graphic cushion in exclusive Kvadrat fabric. Its beautiful geometric pattern and intense tone-on-tone color combinations make the Crystal Field a luxurious addition to any ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Polish Scandinavian Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Feathers
Large Crystal Field Square Cushion or Throw Pillow by Warm Nordic
Located in Viby J, DK
Beautiful graphic cushion in exclusive Kvadrat fabric. Its beautiful geometric pattern and intense tone-on-tone color combinations make the Crystal Field a luxurious addition to any ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Polish Scandinavian Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Feathers
Mid 20th Century Swedish Pillow by AB Märta Måås-Fjetterström
Located in New York, NY
"GRODBLAD"
Sweden, circa 1943
Measures: 1'5" x 1'0" (43 x 30 cm)
Initialed: AB MMF (AB Märta Måås-Fjetterström)
Handwoven.
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Wool
Tibetan Sheepskin Pillow Cushion Limited Edition
Located in Dural, AU
Create an atmosphere of cozy comfort layering a chair or sofa with this alluring shaggy wool, sheepskin pillow. Handcrafted from high quality Tibetan sheepskin preserving the natural...
Category
2010s Australian Scandinavian Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Sheepskin
Icelandic Pure New Wool Blanket Krafla Hand Knitted
Located in Husavik, IS
Simple design and high quality blanket will fit in every home or other favorite place of yours.
Design by Railis
Hand knitted in Iceland
Title is after Icelandic volcano Krafla....
Category
2010s European Scandinavian Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Wool
Schumacher Rosenborg Hand Print Pillow in Navy
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Rosenborg Hand Print with a knife edge finish. Screen printed on a linen ground, this simple, stylized tulip design has the perfectly imperfect look of a hand bl...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Scandinavian Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Cotton, Linen
Schumacher Lubeck Stripe Pillow in Navy
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Lubeck Stripe with a knife edge finish. Simple, charming and woven entirely by hand, this cotton stripe’s large scale makes it a shoe-in for large upholstery p...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Scandinavian Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Cotton
Schumacher Tarnby Stripe Pillow in Sky
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Tarnby Stripe with a knife edge finish. A rustic, blanket-like cotton weave, Tarnby Stripe is a wonderfully versatile, upholstery-weight fabric with an inviting ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Scandinavian Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Cotton
Schumacher Zealand Check Pillow in Navy Multi
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Zealand Check with a knife edge finish. Multi-width yarns give this chunky woven fabric loads of texture and a charmingly homespun look. Plus, a hint of metallic...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Scandinavian Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Cotton
Schumacher Lolland Linen Stripe Pillow in Grey Sand
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Lollaland Linen Stripe with a knife edge finish. This asymmetrical, full-width woven stripe just begs for a variety of chic applications! Pillow includes a feath...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Scandinavian Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Cotton, Linen
Rustic Persian Striped Vintage Wool Rug Pillow with Blue Cotton Backing
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Turkish Kilim in rusty reds and blue accents.
Measures: 18" x 20".
Category
20th Century Scandinavian Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Wool, Cotton, Foam
Turkish Kilim Pillow
Located in New York, NY
Pillow made from a vintage Turkish Kilim.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Scandinavian Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Wool, Cotton, Foam
Scandinavian Modern Dark Green Round Leather Pillow
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful and chic Scandinavian Modern dark green or 'hunter' green leather pillow from Sweden. Pillow has single center black button (front and back.) Back has perforation and zip...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Leather
