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Scandinavian Modern Benches

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 

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

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
Color:  Brown
Bench/Table Designed by Sigvard Nilsson for Söwe-konst, Sweden. 1970s
By Sigvard NIlsson
Located in Stockholm, SE
Bench/table designed by Sigvard Nilsson for Söwe-Konst, Sweden, 1970s. Elm. Dimensions: L: 137 cm/ 54" D: 70 cm/ 27 1/2" H: 48 cm/ 18 7/8"
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1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Elm

Bench/Table Designed by Sigvard Nilsson for Söwe-konst, Sweden. 1970s
Bench/Table Designed by Sigvard Nilsson for Söwe-konst, Sweden. 1970s

Bench/Table Designed by Sigvard Nilsson for Söwe-konst, Sweden. 1970s

Bench by Hans Wegner, Denmark, 1950s
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Stockholm, SE
Model designed for Johannes Hansen. Solid teak. Measurements: L: 194 cm/ 6' 5" W: 42.5 cm/ 16 3/4" H: 31 cm/ 12 1/4". Hans J. Wegner is the father of Danish design and is well kn...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Teak

Bench by Hans Wegner, Denmark, 1950s
Bench by Hans Wegner, Denmark, 1950s

Bench by Hans Wegner, Denmark, 1950s

Custom Made Oak and Velvet Bench
Located in London, GB
A custom-made upholstered bench with fumed and oiled oak frame. The padded top has been upholstered with in Pierre Frey mustard mohair velvet. *Alte...
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2010s British Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Mohair, Oak

Custom Made Oak and Velvet Bench
Custom Made Oak and Velvet Bench

Custom Made Oak and Velvet Bench

Airisto Side Table and Bench, a Modern Scandinavian Wooden Design Piece
By Joanna Laajisto
Located in Halikko, Finland
Airisto bench with Joanna Laajisto. The Airisto collection's furnishings are multifunctional, they can be used as a side table, stool and a bench. The na...
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21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Ash

Airisto Side Table and Bench, a Modern Scandinavian Wooden Design Piece
Airisto Side Table and Bench, a Modern Scandinavian Wooden Design Piece

Airisto Side Table and Bench, a Modern Scandinavian Wooden Design Piece

Rare Danish solid Teak Bench / Shoe Bench 1960s
Located in Handewitt, DE
1960s danish bench / shoe bench in teak and conical round steel legs. In very good quality. Denmark 1960s. Looks like a design by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard.
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Mid-19th Century Antique Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Steel

Rare Danish solid Teak Bench / Shoe Bench 1960s
Rare Danish solid Teak Bench / Shoe Bench 1960s

Rare Danish solid Teak Bench / Shoe Bench 1960s

'Le Roi Bench' by Norr11 Natural Oak and Rattan
By Norr11
Located in Paris, FR
LE ROI BENCH by Kristian Sofus Hansen & Tommy Hyldahl Named after the French word for “King”, Le Roi Bench is made of solid oak with inlaid natural Frenc...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Rattan, Oak

'Le Roi Bench' by Norr11 Natural Oak and Rattan
'Le Roi Bench' by Norr11 Natural Oak and Rattan

'Le Roi Bench' by Norr11 Natural Oak and Rattan

'Le Roi Bench' by Norr11 Smoked Oak and Rattan
By Norr11
Located in Paris, FR
LE ROI Bench by Kristian Sofus Hansen & Tommy Hyldahl Named after the French word for “King”, Le Roi Bench is made of solid oak with inlaid natural Frenc...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Rattan, Oak

'Le Roi Bench' by Norr11 Smoked Oak and Rattan
'Le Roi Bench' by Norr11 Smoked Oak and Rattan

'Le Roi Bench' by Norr11 Smoked Oak and Rattan

Oxbend Bench, Entryway Seat in White Ashwood by Fernweh Woodworking
By Fernweh Woodworking
Located in Bend, OR
This entryway bench, designed by Justin Nelson for Fernweh Woodworking, evolved out of the Oxbend dining chair, leading also to a matching bar stool. The Oxbend Collection was born f...
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2010s American Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Ash

Oxbend Bench, Entryway Seat in White Ashwood by Fernweh Woodworking
Oxbend Bench, Entryway Seat in White Ashwood by Fernweh Woodworking

Oxbend Bench, Entryway Seat in White Ashwood by Fernweh Woodworking

Josef Frank Bench in Mahogany and Brass Nails, Svenskt Tenn, Sweden
By Josef Frank, Svenskt Tenn
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Josef Frank & SCANDINAVIAN MODERN A beautiful bench by Josef Frank, for Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, 1960s. The frame is made of mahogany, upholstered seat with brass nails. The feet are elegantly sculpted and the bench can also be used as a table, end of bed stool...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

Josef Frank Bench in Mahogany and Brass Nails, Svenskt Tenn, Sweden
Josef Frank Bench in Mahogany and Brass Nails, Svenskt Tenn, Sweden

Josef Frank Bench in Mahogany and Brass Nails, Svenskt Tenn, Sweden

Oxbend Bench, Entryway Seat in Walnut Wood by Fernweh Woodworking
By Fernweh Woodworking
Located in Bend, OR
This entryway bench, designed by Justin Nelson for Fernweh Woodworking, evolved out of the Oxbend dining chair, leading also to a matching bar stool. The Oxbend Collection was born f...
Category

2010s American Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Walnut

Oxbend Bench, Entryway Seat in Walnut Wood by Fernweh Woodworking
Oxbend Bench, Entryway Seat in Walnut Wood by Fernweh Woodworking

Oxbend Bench, Entryway Seat in Walnut Wood by Fernweh Woodworking

Contemporary pi Stool, Natural Oak Frame, Natural Danish Cord Seat
By par-avion co.
Located in Norwich, GB
Our iconic pi stool range draws it's inspiration from the 20th century modernist idiom, Scandinavian modern design, Danish furniture, and Japanese aesthetics....
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2010s British Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Papercord, Wood, Oak

Contemporary pi Stool, Natural Oak Frame, Natural Danish Cord Seat
Contemporary pi Stool, Natural Oak Frame, Natural Danish Cord Seat

Contemporary pi Stool, Natural Oak Frame, Natural Danish Cord Seat

6' Oxbend Bench, Entryway Seat in White Ashwood by Fernweh Woodworking
By Fernweh Woodworking
Located in Bend, OR
This entryway bench, designed by Justin Nelson for Fernweh Woodworking, evolved out of the Oxbend dining chair, leading also to a matching bar stool. The Oxbend Collection was born f...
Category

2010s American Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Ash

6' Oxbend Bench, Entryway Seat in White Ashwood by Fernweh Woodworking
6' Oxbend Bench, Entryway Seat in White Ashwood by Fernweh Woodworking

6' Oxbend Bench, Entryway Seat in White Ashwood by Fernweh Woodworking

6' Oxbend Bench, Entryway Seat in Charcoal Ashwood by Fernweh Woodworking
By Fernweh Woodworking
Located in Bend, OR
This entryway bench, designed by Justin Nelson for Fernweh Woodworking, evolved out of the Oxbend dining chair, leading also to a matching bar stool. The Oxbend Collection was born f...
Category

2010s American Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Ash

6' Oxbend Bench, Entryway Seat in Charcoal Ashwood by Fernweh Woodworking
6' Oxbend Bench, Entryway Seat in Charcoal Ashwood by Fernweh Woodworking

6' Oxbend Bench, Entryway Seat in Charcoal Ashwood by Fernweh Woodworking

5' Oxbend Bench, Entryway Seat in Walnut Wood by Fernweh Woodworking
By Fernweh Woodworking
Located in Bend, OR
This entryway bench, designed by Justin Nelson for Fernweh Woodworking, evolved out of the Oxbend dining chair, leading also to a matching bar stool. The Oxbend Collection was born f...
Category

2010s American Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Walnut

5' Oxbend Bench, Entryway Seat in Walnut Wood by Fernweh Woodworking
5' Oxbend Bench, Entryway Seat in Walnut Wood by Fernweh Woodworking

5' Oxbend Bench, Entryway Seat in Walnut Wood by Fernweh Woodworking

5' Oxbend Bench, Entryway Seat in White Ashwood by Fernweh Woodworking
By Fernweh Woodworking
Located in Bend, OR
This entryway bench, designed by Justin Nelson for Fernweh Woodworking, evolved out of the Oxbend dining chair, leading also to a matching bar stool. The Oxbend Collection was born f...
Category

2010s American Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Ash

5' Oxbend Bench, Entryway Seat in White Ashwood by Fernweh Woodworking
5' Oxbend Bench, Entryway Seat in White Ashwood by Fernweh Woodworking

5' Oxbend Bench, Entryway Seat in White Ashwood by Fernweh Woodworking

5' Oxbend Bench, Entryway Seat in Charcoal Ashwood by Fernweh Woodworking
By Fernweh Woodworking
Located in Bend, OR
This entryway bench, designed by Justin Nelson for Fernweh Woodworking, evolved out of the Oxbend dining chair, leading also to a matching bar stool. The Oxbend Collection was born f...
Category

2010s American Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Ash

5' Oxbend Bench, Entryway Seat in Charcoal Ashwood by Fernweh Woodworking
5' Oxbend Bench, Entryway Seat in Charcoal Ashwood by Fernweh Woodworking

5' Oxbend Bench, Entryway Seat in Charcoal Ashwood by Fernweh Woodworking

Danish Modern Friis & Moltke Soaped Pine Bench
By Knud Friis & Elmar Moltke Nielsen, Hirtshals Savvaerk
Located in Minneapolis, MN
Abeautiful soaped pine bench designed by Danish architects Knud Fiis & Elmar Moltke-Nielsen for Hirtshals Savvaerk. Professional, skilled furniture restoration is an integral part o...
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Pine

Danish Modern Friis & Moltke Soaped Pine Bench
Danish Modern Friis & Moltke Soaped Pine Bench

Danish Modern Friis & Moltke Soaped Pine Bench

Borge Mogensen Large Side Table or Bench in Oak and Rattan Cane, 1960s, Denmark
By Fredericia, Børge Mogensen
Located in Odense, DK
Amazing Danish modern side table or bench model "BM5275" in solid oak and handwoven rattan cane by Danish architect Borge Mogensen. Mogensen designed this model in the 1950s when it ...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Cane, Rattan, Oak

Borge Mogensen Large Side Table or Bench in Oak and Rattan Cane, 1960s, Denmark
Borge Mogensen Large Side Table or Bench in Oak and Rattan Cane, 1960s, Denmark

Borge Mogensen Large Side Table or Bench in Oak and Rattan Cane, 1960s, Denmark

Early 20th Century Scandinavian Bench
By Biedermeier
Located in Turners Falls, MA
Elegant early 20th century Scandinavian bench. Mahogany wood with inlay. Delivery to NYC area $350. Please Inquire
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Early 20th Century European Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Mahogany

Early 20th Century Scandinavian Bench
Early 20th Century Scandinavian Bench

Early 20th Century Scandinavian Bench

Pair of Solid Pine Benches Attributed to Sven Larsson, c. 1970's
By Sven Larsson
Located in Norwalk, CT
Embrace the perfect marriage of Scandinavian Modernism and rustic charm with this remarkable pair of solid pine benches. Attributed to Sven Larsson, a celebrated name in the world of...
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Late 20th Century Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Pine

Pair of Solid Pine Benches Attributed to Sven Larsson, c. 1970's
Pair of Solid Pine Benches Attributed to Sven Larsson, c. 1970's

Pair of Solid Pine Benches Attributed to Sven Larsson, c. 1970's

Kai Kristiansen Rosewood Bench and Drawers Set, circa 1960
By Aksel Kjersgaard, Kai Kristiansen
Located in London, GB
Stunning, exotic grained rosewood bench with matching, loose standing two-drawer unit which can be positioned anywhere along the bench surface. This piece was designed by Danish desi...
Category

1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Rosewood

Kai Kristiansen Rosewood Bench and Drawers Set, circa 1960
Kai Kristiansen Rosewood Bench and Drawers Set, circa 1960

Kai Kristiansen Rosewood Bench and Drawers Set, circa 1960

Dame Nude Oak and Bronze Color Velvet Daybed with Metal Foot Detailing
Located in Paris, FR
This is a modern Scandinavian design daybed with a bronzed brown velvet upholstery on an oak wood frame with brass colored metal foot detailing. The tour of the upholstery has nice pleated detailing that ads a sophisticated tone to the piece which blends well the its color. The round bolster...
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2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Metal

Dame Nude Oak and Bronze Color Velvet Daybed with Metal Foot Detailing
Dame Nude Oak and Bronze Color Velvet Daybed with Metal Foot Detailing

Dame Nude Oak and Bronze Color Velvet Daybed with Metal Foot Detailing

Korben Bench, Solid Hardwood, Customizable
By Rather Well Design
Located in Louisville, KY
The Korben bench is built by hand in our Brooklyn studio using premium hardwoods. Simple and sturdy, the bench highlights its through joinery and a minimal Silhouette. Sized for a st...
Category

2010s American Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Hardwood, Maple

Korben Bench, Solid Hardwood, Customizable
Korben Bench, Solid Hardwood, Customizable

Korben Bench, Solid Hardwood, Customizable

“Florida” Bench by Ebbe Wigell for AB Bröderna Wigells Stolfabrik, Sweden 1950s
By AB Bröderna Wigells Stolfabrik
Located in Utrecht, NL
The so-called stick sofa has been around throughout the history of the popular “stick chair” and has had its peaks during the 20th century, especially the 20s and 50s. Recently, the stick sofa started enjoying a renaissance thanks to the returning appreciation of understated, simple design. This no. 145 is a classic model that was designed by Ebbe Wigell...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Wood

“Florida” Bench by Ebbe Wigell for AB Bröderna Wigells Stolfabrik, Sweden 1950s
“Florida” Bench by Ebbe Wigell for AB Bröderna Wigells Stolfabrik, Sweden 1950s

“Florida” Bench by Ebbe Wigell for AB Bröderna Wigells Stolfabrik, Sweden 1950s

Torbjørn Afdal Rosewood Krobo Bench, circa 1960
By Bruksbo, Torbjørn Afdal
Located in London, GB
Torbjorn Afdal - Krobo Bench, c1960 Highly figured rosewood bench or coffee table from Norwegian designer Torbjorn Afdal for Bruksbo. Produced c1960s with veneered top and solid le...
Category

1960s Norwegian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Rosewood

Torbjørn Afdal Rosewood Krobo Bench, circa 1960
Torbjørn Afdal Rosewood Krobo Bench, circa 1960

Torbjørn Afdal Rosewood Krobo Bench, circa 1960

Kai Kristiansen Rosewood Bench and Drawers Set, circa 1960
By Aksel Kjersgaard, Kai Kristiansen
Located in London, GB
Stunning, exotic grained rosewood bench with matching, loose standing two-drawer unit which can be positioned anywhere along the bench surface. This piece was designed by Danish desi...
Category

1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Rosewood

Kai Kristiansen Rosewood Bench and Drawers Set, circa 1960
Kai Kristiansen Rosewood Bench and Drawers Set, circa 1960

Kai Kristiansen Rosewood Bench and Drawers Set, circa 1960

Torbjørn Afdal Rosewood Krobo Bench, circa 1960
By Bruksbo, Torbjørn Afdal
Located in London, GB
Torbjorn Afdal - Krobo Bench, c1960 Highly figured rosewood bench or coffee table from Norwegian designer Torbjorn Afdal for Bruksbo. Produced c1960s with veneered top and solid le...
Category

1960s Norwegian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Rosewood

Torbjørn Afdal Rosewood Krobo Bench, circa 1960
Torbjørn Afdal Rosewood Krobo Bench, circa 1960

Torbjørn Afdal Rosewood Krobo Bench, circa 1960

Scandinavian Modern Upholstered Pine Bench
Located in Minneapolis, MN
A traditional and transitional modern pine bench with upholstery. Storage compartment under seat. Professional, skilled furniture restoration is...
Category

Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Upholstery, Pine

Scandinavian Modern Upholstered Pine Bench
Scandinavian Modern Upholstered Pine Bench

Scandinavian Modern Upholstered Pine Bench

Long Swedish Bench / Side Table in solid pine, 1970s
By Roland Wilhelmsson
Located in Stockholm, SE
Solid pine bench produced in Sweden, 1970s. Width: 180 cm
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1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Pine

Long Swedish Bench / Side Table in solid pine, 1970s
Long Swedish Bench / Side Table in solid pine, 1970s

Long Swedish Bench / Side Table in solid pine, 1970s

Corda Bench / Footstool (Natural Papercord) by Newel Modern
Located in New York, NY
2 "Corda" Mid-Century Danish Style bench/footstools made from FSC-Certified solid walnut, this bench is not only stylish but also environmentally friendly and features a styled cord ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Papercord, Wood, Walnut

Corda Bench / Footstool (Natural Papercord) by Newel Modern
Corda Bench / Footstool (Natural Papercord) by Newel Modern

Corda Bench / Footstool (Natural Papercord) by Newel Modern

Børge Mogensen Bench / Coffee Table by Fredericia, Denmark, 1960s
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Large bench / coffee table model 272 designed by Børge Mogensen for Fredericia Stølefabrik, Denmark, 1960s. Solid oak frame with hand-woven cane all in very good original condition.
Category

1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Pine

Børge Mogensen Bench / Coffee Table by Fredericia, Denmark, 1960s
Børge Mogensen Bench / Coffee Table by Fredericia, Denmark, 1960s

Børge Mogensen Bench / Coffee Table by Fredericia, Denmark, 1960s

Børge Mogensen Bench or Coffee Table Model 5275 in Oak and Cane for Fredericia
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia Stolefabrik
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Elegant and rare large model bench / coffee tables (Model 5275) designed by Børge Mogensen for Fredericia Stølefabrik, Denmark in the 50s.Solid oak frame with hand-woven cane all in ...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Cane, Oak

Børge Mogensen Bench or Coffee Table Model 5275 in Oak and Cane for Fredericia
Børge Mogensen Bench or Coffee Table Model 5275 in Oak and Cane for Fredericia

Børge Mogensen Bench or Coffee Table Model 5275 in Oak and Cane for Fredericia

A Red Garden Sofa - Wrought Iron & Wood - Sweden Early 20th Century
Located in Stockholm, SE
A stunning garden sofa probably design in Sweden in the early 20th century. The sofa is made of wrought iron and wood. It is a really unique design and I have never seen anything lik...
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Early 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Wrought Iron

A Red Garden Sofa - Wrought Iron & Wood - Sweden Early 20th Century
A Red Garden Sofa - Wrought Iron & Wood - Sweden Early 20th Century

A Red Garden Sofa - Wrought Iron & Wood - Sweden Early 20th Century

Laurel Settee, Modern Walnut Windsor Style Bench
By Carter Ellis
Located in Chattanooga, TN
A clean modernization of a Classic Windsor bench, this settee features sculpted legs and slats instead of dowels and spindles. Constructed from sustainable walnut, the settee is artisan crafted with traditional joinery and finished with an all-natural, 100% plant-based, hard-wax oil. "The Laurel Settee...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Walnut, Wood

Laurel Settee, Modern Walnut Windsor Style Bench
Laurel Settee, Modern Walnut Windsor Style Bench

Laurel Settee, Modern Walnut Windsor Style Bench

Scandinavian Bench with Planter
Located in Brescia, IT
Vintage 1960s wood and metal bench. A distinctive and typically Nordic design piece, this pine wood indoor bench has a dedicated metal planter space where plants and flowers can b...
Category

1960s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Metal

Scandinavian Bench with Planter
Scandinavian Bench with Planter

Scandinavian Bench with Planter

Roland Bench, Solid Walnut, Customizable
By Rather Well Design
Located in Louisville, KY
The Roland bench is built by hand in our Louisville, KY studio using premium solid hardwoods. Simple and sturdy, the bench highlights its unique double te...
Category

2010s American Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Walnut

Roland Bench, Solid Walnut, Customizable
Roland Bench, Solid Walnut, Customizable

Roland Bench, Solid Walnut, Customizable

Large Bench in Solid Pine Wood by Danish Architects Friis & Moltke Nielsen, 1978
By Knud Friis & Elmar Moltke Nielsen, Hirtshals Savvaerk
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Large solid Pine wood bench designed by Danish architects Knud Friis & Elmar Moltke Nielsen in 1978 and manufactured by Hirtshals Savvaerk. The design can be described as mild Danish...
Category

1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Pine

Large Bench in Solid Pine Wood by Danish Architects Friis & Moltke Nielsen, 1978
Large Bench in Solid Pine Wood by Danish Architects Friis & Moltke Nielsen, 1978

Large Bench in Solid Pine Wood by Danish Architects Friis & Moltke Nielsen, 1978

Fjoon Entryway Bench/Settee, Hardwood Walnut and Leather, Fernweh Woodworking
By Fernweh Woodworking
Located in Bend, OR
The Fjoon (pr. fyoon) collection rose out of a multi-year obsession with high end upholstery as well as an infatuation with wood joinery and principles of chair strength from the bro...
Category

2010s American Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Wool, Hardwood, Ash

Fjoon Entryway Bench/Settee, Hardwood Walnut and Leather, Fernweh Woodworking
Fjoon Entryway Bench/Settee, Hardwood Walnut and Leather, Fernweh Woodworking

Fjoon Entryway Bench/Settee, Hardwood Walnut and Leather, Fernweh Woodworking

Detalji Bench Short in Oak and Paper Yarn by Jenni Roininen & Ritva Puotila
By Jenni Roininen
Located in Fiskars, FI
Detalji (“detail” in Finnish) bench (designed 2021) is made following the traditional Nikari craftsmanship solutions, accompanied with delicate Woodnotes paper yarn fabric “Woodpecke...
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2010s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Papercord, Oak

Detalji Bench Short in Oak and Paper Yarn by Jenni Roininen & Ritva Puotila
Detalji Bench Short in Oak and Paper Yarn by Jenni Roininen & Ritva Puotila

Detalji Bench Short in Oak and Paper Yarn by Jenni Roininen & Ritva Puotila

Roland Bench, Ebonized Cherry, Customizable
By Rather Well Design
Located in Louisville, KY
The Roland bench is built by hand in our Louisville, KY studio using premium solid hardwoods. Simple and sturdy, the bench highlights its unique double te...
Category

2010s American Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Hardwood

Roland Bench, Ebonized Cherry, Customizable
Roland Bench, Ebonized Cherry, Customizable

Roland Bench, Ebonized Cherry, Customizable

Fjoon Entryway Bench/Settee, Hardwood Charcoal Ash and Wool, Fernweh Woodworking
By Fernweh Woodworking
Located in Bend, OR
The Fjoon (Pair. fyoon) collection rose out of a multi-year obsession with high end upholstery as well as an infatuation with wood joinery and principles of chair strength from the b...
Category

2010s American Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Wool, Hardwood, Ash

Fjoon Entryway Bench/Settee, Hardwood Charcoal Ash and Wool, Fernweh Woodworking
Fjoon Entryway Bench/Settee, Hardwood Charcoal Ash and Wool, Fernweh Woodworking

Fjoon Entryway Bench/Settee, Hardwood Charcoal Ash and Wool, Fernweh Woodworking

Nordic Scandinavian Style Teak Bench from the 1960s
Located in Padova, IT
Nordic Scandinavian style teak bench from the 1960s Scandinavian style bench in brown teak wood. The structure is solid and intact both in the seat and in the legs. It is in very g...
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1960s Italian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Teak

Nordic Scandinavian Style Teak Bench from the 1960s
Nordic Scandinavian Style Teak Bench from the 1960s

Nordic Scandinavian Style Teak Bench from the 1960s

Canva Bench, Walnut with Handwoven Natural Danish Cord, Occasional Bench
By Carter Ellis
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Featuring woven paper cord, walnut, and modest tapers the Canva bench explores a love for material and craftsmanship welded with warm welcome. Constructed ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Papercord, Wood, Walnut

Canva Bench, Walnut with Handwoven Natural Danish Cord, Occasional Bench
Canva Bench, Walnut with Handwoven Natural Danish Cord, Occasional Bench

Canva Bench, Walnut with Handwoven Natural Danish Cord, Occasional Bench

Vilhelm Lauritzen Bench in Teak and Metal, 1960s
By Vilhelm Lauritzen
Located in Valby, 84
Rare and important bench in steel and teak made on commission for Mørkhøj Skole by Danish architect Vilhelm Lauritzen in the 1960s. The bench has a ...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Metal

Vilhelm Lauritzen Bench in Teak and Metal, 1960s
Vilhelm Lauritzen Bench in Teak and Metal, 1960s

Vilhelm Lauritzen Bench in Teak and Metal, 1960s

Ate Van Apeldoon Pinewood Bench, the Netherlands 1970s
By Houtwerk Hattem
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Pinewood bench by Ate van Apeldoorn for Houtwerk Hattem. We have sand and oiled the top.
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1970s Dutch Vintage Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Pine

Ate Van Apeldoon Pinewood Bench, the Netherlands 1970s
Ate Van Apeldoon Pinewood Bench, the Netherlands 1970s

Ate Van Apeldoon Pinewood Bench, the Netherlands 1970s

Laurel Bench, Modern Walnut Bench with Sculpted Joinery
By Carter Ellis
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Inspired by Danish simplicity and organic design, the laurel bench features sculpted legs, modest angles, and sturdy joinery. The bench is constructed fro...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Laurel Bench, Modern Walnut Bench with Sculpted Joinery
Laurel Bench, Modern Walnut Bench with Sculpted Joinery

Laurel Bench, Modern Walnut Bench with Sculpted Joinery

Bench Natural Wood
Located in Barranco, PE
This beautiful bench is made of peruvian wood "cachimbo". This simple design bench adapts to different styles. Use it in the living room as a seat or in ...
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2010s Peruvian Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Wood

Bench Natural Wood
Bench Natural Wood

Bench Natural Wood

Torbjorn Afdal for Bruksbo Norway Rosewood "Krobo" Coffee Table, Bench
By Torbjørn Afdal, Bruksbo
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Torbjorn Afdal solid dark rosewood table, bench by Bruksbo Mellenstrands Norway. Featuring a sturdy, lipped and, balanced rectangular framework in smoothly grained dark Rosewood, wit...
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1960s Norwegian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Steel

Torbjorn Afdal for Bruksbo Norway Rosewood "Krobo" Coffee Table, Bench
Torbjorn Afdal for Bruksbo Norway Rosewood "Krobo" Coffee Table, Bench

Torbjorn Afdal for Bruksbo Norway Rosewood "Krobo" Coffee Table, Bench

Bench Large Natural Wood
Located in Barranco, PE
This beautiful bench is made of peruvian wood "cachimbo". This simple design bench adapts to different styles. Use it in the living room as a seat or in ...
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2010s Peruvian Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Wood

Bench Large Natural Wood
Bench Large Natural Wood

Bench Large Natural Wood

Walking Man Bench
By Autoban
Located in Kemankeş, 34
Named after its legs, which resemble those of a human being in motion, Walking Man bench is part of the product family consisting of a solid wood table and a matching bench. Made of ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Brass, Chrome

Walking Man Bench
Walking Man Bench

Walking Man Bench

Torbjørn Afdal Rosewood “Krobo” Bench, Norway, 1960s
By Mellemstrands Trevareindustri, Torbjørn Afdal
Located in Buffalo, NY
Krobo bench, table designed by Torbjørn Afdal. Manufactured in Norway by Mellemstrands Trevareindustri during the 1960s. Made from rosewood,,,,,Retains original label.. Hand delive...
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1960s Norwegian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Rosewood

Torbjørn Afdal Rosewood “Krobo” Bench, Norway, 1960s
Torbjørn Afdal Rosewood “Krobo” Bench, Norway, 1960s

Torbjørn Afdal Rosewood “Krobo” Bench, Norway, 1960s

Minerva Sofa by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen for France & Søn, Denmark 19
By France & Søn, Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, Peter Hvidt
Located in Hellouw, NL
Stunning ‘minerva’ sofa by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen for France & Søn from the 1960s. Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen have played a significant role in the internatio...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Minerva Sofa by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen for France & Søn, Denmark 19
Minerva Sofa by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen for France & Søn, Denmark 19

Minerva Sofa by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen for France & Søn, Denmark 19

Teak and Oak Bench or Table by Eric Johansson for Abra, Sweden, 1950s
By Abra Mobler, Eric Johansson
Located in Hägersten, SE
Bench or sofa table designed by Eric Johansson. Produced by Abra möbler in Sweden during the 1950s. Made from solid oak in the base and teak in the table top. Very good vintage condi...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Oak, Teak

Teak and Oak Bench or Table by Eric Johansson for Abra, Sweden, 1950s
Teak and Oak Bench or Table by Eric Johansson for Abra, Sweden, 1950s

Teak and Oak Bench or Table by Eric Johansson for Abra, Sweden, 1950s

Rustic Bench/Table in Elm by Sigvard Nilsson, Söwe Konst, Scandinavian Modern
By Sowe Konst, Sigvard NIlsson
Located in Stockholm, SE
A rare rustic handmade table/bench in solid elm with raw natural edges. A sculptural piece designed by Sigvard Nilsson for his own company Söwe ...
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1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Elm

Rustic Bench/Table in Elm by Sigvard Nilsson, Söwe Konst, Scandinavian Modern
Rustic Bench/Table in Elm by Sigvard Nilsson, Söwe Konst, Scandinavian Modern

Rustic Bench/Table in Elm by Sigvard Nilsson, Söwe Konst, Scandinavian Modern

Scandinavian Bench 'Lavitta' by Poiat , Dark Oak, 220 cm
By Poiat
Located in Paris, FR
LAVITTA Bench 220 cm by Timo Mikkonen & Antti x Poiat Lavitta Collection 2016 Available dimensions: - H.42 x 170 x 32 cm - H.42 x 220 x 32 cm Wood finishes : Oak or Dark oak Model shown: - H.42 x 220 x 32 cm - Dark Oak The Lavitta Bench is a modern classic that focuses on the sophisticated union of traditional wooden furniture with contemporary design. Designed by Poiat Studio in 2016, the Lavitta Bench follows the lines of the Lavitta Chair...
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21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Oak

Scandinavian Bench 'Lavitta' by Poiat , Dark Oak, 220 cm
Scandinavian Bench 'Lavitta' by Poiat , Dark Oak, 220 cm

Scandinavian Bench 'Lavitta' by Poiat , Dark Oak, 220 cm

Pine bench 'Trybo' by Edvin Helseth
By Edvin Helseth
Located in Berlin, BE
Designed 1963–1965 for a ski resort in Trysil, Norway.
Category

1960s Norwegian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Pine

Pine bench 'Trybo' by Edvin Helseth
Pine bench 'Trybo' by Edvin Helseth

Pine bench 'Trybo' by Edvin Helseth

Papyri Bench, Occasional Woven Bench in Blackened Ash and Natural Danish Cord
By Carter Ellis
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Featuring a mortice and tenon frame, custom doweling and a handwoven seat, the Papyri Bench is artisan-crafted from recyclable paper cord, and sustainably...
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2010s American Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Papercord, Oak

Papyri Bench, Occasional Woven Bench in Blackened Ash and Natural Danish Cord
Papyri Bench, Occasional Woven Bench in Blackened Ash and Natural Danish Cord

Papyri Bench, Occasional Woven Bench in Blackened Ash and Natural Danish Cord

Sulaco Bench
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Sulaco bench is a study in shape, function and form. With all radiused edges and spatial reveal details this bench immediately refines the solid wood form. The ideal piece that provides a thoughtful blend of sculpture and pop to any space. 84...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Ash, Walnut, Oak

Sulaco Bench
Sulaco Bench

Sulaco Bench

Scandinavian Modern benches for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Scandinavian Modern benches 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 benches created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, tables and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, oak and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Scandinavian Modern benches made in a specific country, there are Europe, United Kingdom, and North America pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original benches, popular names associated with this style include par-avion co., Carter Ellis, Peter Coolican, and Poiat. 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 benches differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $322 and tops out at $30,000 while the average work can sell for $3,100.

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