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
Mogens Koch for Rud Radmussen Modular Library in Mahogany
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Mogens Koch for Rud Rasmussen, modular book case or library, mahogany, Denmark, design 1928
Intriguing and substantial modular library by Danish designer Mogens Koch. This piece is ...
Category
1920s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Pair of Easy Chairs in Teak and Leather by Ib Kofod-Larsen, 1950s
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Pair of Easy Chairs in Teak and Leather by Ib Kofod-Larsen, 1950s
Additional Information:
Material: Teak and original cognac brown leather
Style: midcentury, Scandinavian
Rare ...
Category
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Teak
Kai Kristiansen Upholstered Bench in Fumed Oak and Mohair
Located in London, England
Kai Kristiansen, a key figure in the Danish Modern movement, designed the Entre Series in 1956 as a modular collection of bedside cabinets, benches, and chests. Combining Danish desi...
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Velvet, Oak
Set of 6 Henning Kjærnulf Dining Chairs, Oak and Rubelli Bouclé, Denmark, 1960s
Located in The Hague, NL
This striking set of six dining chairs was designed by Henning (Henry) Kjærnulf in the 1960s. Produced by Nyrup Møbelfabrik in Denmark, these chairs represent a rare variant of Kjærn...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Bouclé, Upholstery, Oak
Swedish Designer, Curved Sofa, Wood, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A curved wood and beige fabric sofa designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 35.0"H x 94.0"W x 48.0"D
Seat Height (inches): 16.0"
Arm Height (inches...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Josef Frank, Floor Lamp, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable brass and floral printed fabric floor lamp designed by Josef Frank and produced by Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, c. 1940s.
Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 60.0"H x 22....
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Early Le Klint Table + Wall Lamp 306 by Kaare Klint, Brass + Paper Shade 1940s
By Le Klint, Kaare Klint
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Rare original version !
Here is one of the legendary Danish Le Klint Table Lamps model 306 by Professor and Architect Kaare Klint
It is made of brass and comes with a vintage origina...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Swedish Designer, Flush Mount, Glass, Metal, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A beige opaline glass and metal flush mount with printed floral motifs designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 4.0"H x 9.75"W x 9.75"D
All items shi...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal
Low bookcase / sideboard with intarsia "Arabian Nights", Swedish Modern 1930/40s
By Mjölby Intarsia, Erik Mattson and Sven Ekholm
Located in Stockholm, SE
Low bookcase model Arabian Nights by Sven Ekholm and Erik Matsson for A/B Lamhults Stol- och snickerifabrik and Mjölby Intarsia.
Made in Sweden 1930/40s. One cabinet with one shelf...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Beech, Elm, Walnut
Swedish Designer, Floor Lamp, Oak, Metal, Fabric, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable oak, metal and beige fabric floor lamp designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1930s.
Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 59.0"H x 33.0"W x 14.75"D
Bulb Specification...
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1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal
1940s Swedish Chandelier by ASEA
By ASEA
Located in New York, NY
1940s Swedish Modern Chandelier with a decorative Leaf Cage between three curved lamp arms. Painted metal in gold with pleated fabric covered shades. Produced by Chr Bergh & Co, Swed...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal
Mid century Danish Modern Queen teak Platform bed headboad with blanket storage
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Stunning Mid century Danish Modern Teak Platform Queen Size Bed. Beautiful Platform bed that sits on a platform base. It has (2) top teak flip up doors in the headboard for Blanket o...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Birch, Teak
Odd Knutsen Luna Chair
By Odd Knutsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Circa 1970 Norweigan leather sling “Luna” chair by Odd Knutsen. Perfectly broken in with charming patina. Wood frame with tufted leather “sling” seat.
Category
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Leather, Wood
Vintage Scandinavian Circular Brass Serving Tray, 1960s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A stylish circular tray in solid brass. It was made during the 1960s or 1970s by Cawa in Denmark in a style reminiscent of Josef Frank and Stelton. It is suitable for serving drinks ...
Category
1960s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Göran Malmvall 'Sportstugemöbler' Corner Cabinet in Pine, 1950s
Located in Prague, New Town
'Sportstugemöbler' corner cabinet, designed by Göran Malmvall. Produced by Karl Andersson & Söner in Sweden, 1950s. Made from dark stained pine. Interior with two shelves, single doo...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Pine
Pair of Easy Chairs in Teak and Original Black Leather by Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Pair of Easy Chairs in Teak and Original Black Leather by Ib Kofod-Larsen
Additional Information:
Material: Teak and original black leather
Style: Mid century, Scandinavian
Rare pai...
Category
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Teak, Leather
Mogens Koch for Rud. Radmussen Substantial Modular Library in Pine
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Mogens Koch for Rud. Rasmussen, modular bookcase or library, pine, Denmark, design 1928
Intriguing and substantial modular library by Danish designer Mogens Koch. This piece is con...
Category
1920s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Pine
Customizable Dining Table 'Tree', More Sizes, More Finishes
By DK3
Located in Paris, IDF
'Tree' Dining Table designed Jacob Plejdrup for DK3
Solid wood tabletop and steel legs
Handmade in Denmark
Model shown on main picture:
Wood: Oak
Dimensions: 270 cm
Table height: 7...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Elhå Belysning, Pendant Light, Metal, Parchment Paper, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A beige-lacquered metal and brown parchment paper "Liberty" pendant light attributed Elhå Belysning, Sweden, c. 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 37.625"H x 15.0"W x 15.0"D
Stem ...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal
Beautiful Danish modern rosewood oval folding drop leaf dining table
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Scandinavian Modern Rosewood oval Drop Leaf folding dining Table made in Norway. Very clean table with 2 fold down leaves - Amazing wood grain. ready for use. Seats 4-6 chairs Locate...
Category
1960s Norwegian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Rosewood
Florence Knoll Wenge Sideboard by Knoll International, 1960s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
We have two in the same wenge wood finish on offer. One small and one large. Here you bid on the larger one.
This one has a beautiful grain. On the left door on the outer edge is a ...
Category
1960s German Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Green Bowl Argenta #1510, Wilhelm Kåge Fish, Scandinavian Modern, Dragon Fish
Located in Stockholm, SE
A lovely bowl of model Argenta 1510 designed by Wilhelm Kåge at Gustavsberg, this bowl is 21.5 cm (8.6") in diameter and about 5 cm (2") high. It has a lovely silver-decor of a drago...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Stoneware
Danish Midcentury Modern round coffee table c1960 by Illum Wikkelso
Located in London, GB
Danish T118 teak coffee table with glass top designed by Illum Wikkelso. The smoke/grey coloured glass gracefully floats on top .
Dimensions: Height: 16 in (40 cm) Diameter: 36 in ...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Hardwood
Göran Malmvall modernist pinewood rocking chair, Svensk Fur, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Forserum, SE
Swedish modernist rocking chair, model 513, designed by Göran Malmvall for the manufacturer Karl Andersson & Söner, Huskvarna. Dating from the late 1940s, it represents a later examp...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Textile, Pine
1950’s Swedish Cabinet With Nordens Flora Illustrations
By Josef Frank
Located in Turners Falls, MA
1950’s tall Swedish Cabinet later papered with illustrations by C.A. Lindman book Nordens Flora.
Cabinet consists on top of 2 large doors concealing adjustable interior shelves and...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Mahogany, Paper
Swedish Designer, Pendant Light, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and white fabric pendant light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 14.5"H x 21.0"W x 21.0"D
Stem Length (inches): 8.5"
Chain/rod can be...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Pair of Einar Johansen Table Lamps in Glazed Stoneware, Søholm, Denmark, 1960s
Located in The Hague, NL
This striking pair of generously sized table lamps was designed by Einar Johansen and produced by Søholm Stentøj in Denmark during the 1960s. Each lamp is stamped with the manufactur...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Stoneware, Fabric
Cute Petite Danish modern teak 5 drawer dresser
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Petite Danish modern teak 5 drawer dresser with carved handles. Great Modern Danish small dresser. Clean inside and out. Made in Denmark circa 1960. ...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Birch, Teak
Axel Einar Hjorth Lövo Side table , 1930's
Located in Uccle, BE
Axel Einar Hjorth was a renowned Swedish designer of the 20th century, recognized for his influence in the modern Swedish design movement. Active during the first half of the 20th century, he was one of the pioneers of the modern Swedish design movement. Hjorth skillfully merged the functional aesthetics of Scandinavian design with a distinctive artistic sensibility, creating furniture pieces that transcend eras.
The "Lövo side table...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Pine
Ib Kofod-Larsen Elizabeth Sofa by Christensen & Larsen in Denmark
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Very rare sofa model U56 / Elizabeth designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen. Produced by Christensen & Larsen in Denmark. Queen Elizabeth II purchased a pair of easy chairs in 1958 and since th...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Set of Six Model 71 Chairs, Niels O. Møller, J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik, 1950/1960
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Set of six model 71 chairs, designed by Niels O. Møller, manufactured by J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik, 1950/1960. Teak frame with papercord seat. Good vintage condition, minor patina con...
Category
1960s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Papercord, Teak
1960 Set of 12 Scandinavian Teak Chairs
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Beautiful set of 12 Scandinavian solid teak dining chairs, model 31, fully restored with fabric and high-end finishes.
Designer Kai Kristiansen. Original edition by Schou Andersen.
D...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Teak
Swedish Designer, Lounge Chairs, Oak, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of oak and floral-printed fabric lounge chairs designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Vintage fabric in fair to distressed condition, ideally reupholstered.
Overall Dime...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Vintage German Modern King size teak bed frame with springs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage German Modern King size teak veneer bed Frame with springs headboard and footboard. Just add a Mattress. Fits King size mattress does not need a box spring. Located in Brookl...
Category
1970s German Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Steel
Solid Teak Bookcase By Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen -Denmark Circa 1960
Located in Southampton, NJ
An elegant minimalist teak bookcase having box-joint corners signature in design to Peter Hvidt & Orla Molgaard-Nielsen. Stunning grain throughout with ample shelf space. Shelves are...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Aluminum
Pair of Modern Tan Leather low sling Spanish style lounge chairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of Modern Leather low sling Spanish style lounge chairs in the style of Børge Mogensen. Thick tan leather and white stitching and brass...
Category
2010s Unknown Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Leather, Wood
Gustaf Axel Berg Attribution, Rocking Chair, Birch, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A birch and brown floral-printed fabric rocking lounge chair produced by Väsby möbel- & inredningsfabrik AB, Sweden, 1940s. Design attributed to Gustaf Axel Berg.
Overall Dimensions...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Birch
Sofa Model "Euroform", Maija Ruoslahti, Sopenkorpi, 1960s
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Armchair Model "Euroform", designed by Maija Ruoslahti, manufactured by Sopenkorpi, Finland, 1960s. Gorgeous rosewood frame with brass details, reupholstered with quality model "Jagg...
Category
1960s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
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
Mogens Koch Wingback Chair
Located in Bantam, CT
Rare Wingback Lounge Chair designed by Danish architect Mogens Koch. Upholstered in linen with leather piping.
Designer – Mogens Koch
Materials – Oak, linen, leather
Origin – Denmar...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Leather, Linen, Oak
Armchairs Model "Euroform", Maija Ruoslahti, Sopenkorpi, 1960s
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Armchair Model "Euroform", designed by Maija Ruoslahti, manufactured by Sopenkorpi, Finland, 1960s. Gorgeous rosewood frame with brass details, reupholstered with quality model "Jagg...
Category
1960s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Vase Porcelain "Sevilla" - Blue & White - Carl-Harry Stålhane - Rörstrand
Located in Stockholm, SE
A lovely vase in the serie "Sevilla" designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane at Rörstrand. The vase is 14 cm (5,6") tall and in excellent condition.
Carl-Harry Stålhane is one of the top n...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Scandinavian Modern Bar Cart in Oak & Ceramic Tiles by Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s
Located in Odense, DK
Scandinavian Modern bar cart trolley by Danish designer Henning Kjærnulf. Made in the 1960s. The trolley is executed in solid quarter sawn oakwood with an amazing gran and patina and...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Stoneware, Oak
Swedish Designer, Pendant Light, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and etched glass pendant light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1930s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 20.5"H x 10.0"W x 10.0"D
Stem Length (inches): 5.0"
Dimensions of Ca...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Folke Ohlsson Model 71-C Teak Lounge Chair w/ Ottoman for Dux
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precision. With over 17 years of artisanal exper...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Foam, Teak
Swedish Designer, Wall Light, Glass, Brass, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and etched glass wall light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1930s.
Overall Dimensions (Inches): 10.25"H x 6.25"W x 4.25"D
Back Plate Dimensions (Inches): 10.0"H x 5.75"...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Scandinavian modern mahogany and leather bar cabinet, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Great bar cabinet by unknown Swedish designer. Produced by AB Förenade Möbelfabrikerna Linköping, Sweden, during the 1950s.
Made in mahogany with a leather dressed front. Slender sculptural legs...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Erik Buch Bar Stools Model OD-61 by Odense Møbelfabrik in Denmark
By Erik Buch
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare set of four bar stools model OD-61 designed by Erik Buch. Produced by Odense Møbelfabrik in Denmark.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Arne Vodder for Vamo Møbelfabrik Pair of Armchairs in Teak and Green Fabric
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Arne Vodder for Vamo Møbelfabrik, pair of armchairs, model 'Ella', teak, fabric, Denmark, 1960s.
Pair of 'Ella' armchairs designed by Arne Vodder in the sixties. These elegant armc...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Börne Augustsson, Table Lamp, Glass, Brass, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A yellow blown glass and brass table lamp designed by Börne Augustsson and produced by Åseda Glasbruk, Sweden, c. 1940s.
Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 8.0"H x 5.0"W x 5.0"D
Dimensio...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Set of 8 danish modern black leather rosewood dining chairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Set of 8 danish modern black leather rosewood dining chairs. Very high quality set of Scandinavian modern dining chairs. Nice black leather dining chairs with solid rosewood frames. ...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Verner Panton 'Easy' Sofa for Verpan
Located in Tilburg, NL
Verner Panton 'Easy' sofa for Verpan. Designed in 1963. New, current production.
With its round shapes and layered design, the Easy collection stands out as one of the most visually...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Fabric
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
Gunnar Nylund, c. 1940's chamotte table lamp with green glaze, Rörstrand, Sweden
Located in Turku, Varsinais-Suomi
Illuminate your space with timeless elegance through this exquisite Gunnar Nylund chamotte table lamp from the 1940s, crafted by Rörstrand in Sweden. Expertly embodying Scandinavian ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
1960s Pair of Danish Søholm Tall Blue Ceramic Table Lamps Einar Johansen Attr.
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Pair of stylish tall Mid-century Danish table lamps from the acknowledged stoneware manufacturer Søholm. Manufactured circa 1960s. The designer is unknown but we suppose they were de...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Ceramic, Fabric
Verner Panton 'Easy' Sofa for Verpan
Located in Tilburg, NL
Verner Panton 'Easy' sofa for Verpan. Designed in 1963. New, current production.
With its round shapes and layered design, the Easy collection stands out as one of the most visually...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Fabric
Scandinavian Swedish Modern Carl Malmsten Samsas White Bouclé Armchairs
Located in Kramfors, SE
Carl Malmsten Samsas armchairs for O.H. Sjögren from the mid 20th century. The chairs are a Swedish modern classic and the Samsas series is today recognised as the most characteristi...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Bouclé, Wood
Børge Mogensen Set of Oak and Leather "Spanish" Dining Arm Chairs Model BM3238
Located in Odense, DK
Stunning set of vintage "BM 3238" dining arm chairs in oak and natural saddle leather. Designed in the 1950s by Borge Mogensen and produced by Fredericia Stolefabrik. Mogensen made t...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Leather, Oak
Six Sculptural Rosewood Dining Chairs Arne Vodder, Denmark, 1955
By Arne Vodder
Located in Oakland, CA
Set of six dining chairs attributed to Arne Vodder, masterfully handcrafted from solid Brazilian rosewood. Each chair features a gently curved backrest with horizontal slats and a sc...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Wool, Rosewood
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
Swedish designer and cabinetmaker art deco lounge chairs, 1930s
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Pair of lounge chairs by anonymous designer for Swedish cabinetmaker in the beginning of the 20th century.
Made in birch with black armrests. Beautiful intarsia on each side.
Category
Early 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Birch
Two danish armchairs from the 1940s in the style of Frits Schlegel
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Two danish armchairs in stained beech with wicker in the back and seat.
The chairs are approx. from the 1940s and in great condition considering the age. Midtcentury coolnes.
They ...
Category
Mid-19th Century Danish Antique Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Beech, Braid
Scandinavian modern armchairs by Svante Skogh, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Elegant armchairs designed by Svante Skogh and produced by AB Förenade Möbelfabrikerna Linköping, Sweden, during the 1950s.
Made in beech with original fabric still in good conditi...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Beech
Swedish Pine Wood Sonce by Markslöjd, Sweden, 1980s
By Markslöjd
Located in Værløse, DK
Swedish Modern Pine Wood Sconce made by Markslöjd. circa 1980 A fine piece for at beautiful place.
* Pine wood sconce with a white fabric shade.
* Manufacturer: Markslöjd, Sweden
* ...
Category
1980s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Wood, Pine
Rare Beautiful Vineta Chandelier by Kjell Blomberg from the 1960s
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass construction, fitted with six E14 sockets. The decor of ornament in pressed glass, designed by Kjell Blomberg for Gullaskrufs glasbruk in Sweden in the 1960s. Height the chande...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Gold Plate, Brass
Ture Berglund, Table Lamp, Glass, Brass, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A glass and brass table lamp, designed by Ture Berglund and produced by Skansen glas, Sweden, c. 1940s.
Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 9.4"H x 5.5"W x 5.5"D
Dimensions of Shade (inch...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Large Sisal and Teak Pendant Lamp by Temde
Located in München, DE
Exceptionally beautiful and very large pendant lamp from the 1960s.
The design was very unusual.
The shape and the materials create a warm and very pleasant light.
Condition:
Very ...
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1960s German Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Raffia, Plastic, Teak
Åby Möbelfabrik 'Lövåsen' Armchair in Pine and Light Fabric, 1940s
By Åby Möbler
Located in Prague, New Town
Rare ‘Lövåsen’ armchair, made by Åby Möbelfabrik, Sweden, 1940s. Solid pine, details in wrought iron, loose cushions in light fabric.
Dimensions:
Height: 77 cm / 30.32 in
Width: 72 ...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Iron
Swedish Designer, Sofa, Wood, Velvet, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A dark-stained wood and green velvet sofa designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1930s.
Vintage fabric in distressed condition, ideally reupholstered.
Dimensions: 32” H x 74” W x 36” ...
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1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Sisal and Walnut Pendant Lamp by Temde
Located in München, DE
Exceptionally beautiful and large pendant lamp from the 1960s.
The design is very unusual.
The shape and materials create a warm and very pleasant light.
Condition:
Very good vinta...
Category
1960s German Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Raffia, Plastic, Walnut
Pair of Illums Bolighus Candelabras Brass Serpentine Candle Holder Denmark 1950s
Located in Basel, BS
Pair of Illums Bolighus serpentine candelabras in solid brass, made in Denmark in the 1950s.
Both are in very good condition with a beautiful subtle patina.
For candles with a diam...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Set of Swedish Mid-Century Glass Vases
Located in New York, NY
A selection of 6 decorative Swedish Mid-century glass vases in green, gray, yellow and amber shades. Two of the marked with Strömbergshyttan, possible by Swedish ceramist Gunnar Nylu...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Glass
Scandinavian Modern furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
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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