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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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Item Ships From: Europe
Style: Scandinavian Modern
Pair of solid pine sculptural benches by Gilbert Marklund for Furusnickarn AB
By Gilbert Marklund, Furusnickarn AB
Located in PRAHA 5, CZ
Pair of durable, solid pine wood benches in original condition. Exceptionally sturdy, showcasing impressive Scandinavian craftsmanship. Displaying typical signs of wear and age, yet ...
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1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Benches

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Pine

Pair of solid pine sculptural benches by Gilbert Marklund for Furusnickarn AB
Pair of solid pine sculptural benches by Gilbert Marklund for Furusnickarn AB

Pair of solid pine sculptural benches by Gilbert Marklund for Furusnickarn AB

Apex Bench - Modern Scandinavian Bench with Wooden Legs
By Prieto Studio
Located in London, GB
The Apex collection brings a fresh look into our houses with its modern lines and Scandinavian influence, crafted with the most advanced techniques and the finest materials. The piec...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Apex Bench - Modern Scandinavian Bench with Wooden Legs
Apex Bench - Modern Scandinavian Bench with Wooden Legs

Apex Bench - Modern Scandinavian Bench with Wooden Legs

Union Bench Bamboo Edition Limited Edition of 1 Only!
By Jangir Maddadi Design Bureau
Located in Kalmar, SE
The Union Bench Bamboo edition is the only Union Bench produced with a bamboo seat. It was originally designed for an exhibition in Paris but was never exhibited due to the selection of other items for the event. The bench has been in our archive. This piece of art is a signature creation of Jangir...
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2010s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Bamboo, Fiberglass, Rubber

Union Bench Bamboo Edition Limited Edition of 1 Only!
Union Bench Bamboo Edition Limited Edition of 1 Only!

Union Bench Bamboo Edition Limited Edition of 1 Only!

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

Torbjørn Afdal 'Krobo' Bench in Teak
By Mellemstrands Trevareindustri, Torbjørn Afdal
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Torbjørn Afdal for Burksbo Mellemstrands Trevareindistri AS, bench model 'Krobo' , teak, Norway, 1960s Torbjørn Afdal designed this sleek teak bench that doubles as a side table, em...
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1960s Norwegian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Teak

Torbjørn Afdal 'Krobo' Bench in Teak
Torbjørn Afdal 'Krobo' Bench in Teak

Torbjørn Afdal 'Krobo' Bench in Teak

Modernist Midcentury Pine Bench, Sweden, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Cute Swedish midcentury pine bench in a compact design with nice lines.
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Pine

Modernist Midcentury Pine Bench, Sweden, 1960s
Modernist Midcentury Pine Bench, Sweden, 1960s

Modernist Midcentury Pine Bench, Sweden, 1960s

Swedish long folk art bench, circa 1850
Located in Farsta, SE
Swedish long folk art bench, circa 1850 If one didn’t know better, one could almost mistake it for being of a newer date. It was probably only in use for big events and celebrations...
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Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Pine

Swedish long folk art bench, circa 1850
Swedish long folk art bench, circa 1850

Swedish long folk art bench, circa 1850

'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...
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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

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

Danish Kai Kristiansen for Aksel Kjersgaard Teak Hallway Bench With Two Drawers
By Kai Kristiansen, Aksel Kjersgaard
Located in London, GB
Danish designer Aksel Kjersgaard founded his eponymous furniture manufacturing company in 1952. Revered by mid-century furniture lovers for its straightforward approach to design of ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Teak

Danish Kai Kristiansen for Aksel Kjersgaard Teak Hallway Bench With Two Drawers
Danish Kai Kristiansen for Aksel Kjersgaard Teak Hallway Bench With Two Drawers

Danish Kai Kristiansen for Aksel Kjersgaard Teak Hallway Bench With Two Drawers

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

Pair of Scandinavian benches in Solid Elm by Olavi Hanninen 1960.
By Mikko Nupponen, Olavi Hanninen
Located in JOINVILLE-LE-PONT, FR
Superb benches with brutalist design. High quality cabinetmaking work. Extremely robust. Solid wood.
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1960s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Elm

Pair of Scandinavian benches in Solid Elm by Olavi Hanninen 1960.
Pair of Scandinavian benches in Solid Elm by Olavi Hanninen 1960.

Pair of Scandinavian benches in Solid Elm by Olavi Hanninen 1960.

Scandinavian modern pine bench by Børge Mogensen, Sweden, 1960s
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Rare bench designed by Børge Mogensen during the 1960s. In 1961 Mogensen designed pine furniture to be put in his own summer house. The series later started to be produced by the Sw...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Pine

Scandinavian modern pine bench by Børge Mogensen, Sweden, 1960s
Scandinavian modern pine bench by Børge Mogensen, Sweden, 1960s

Scandinavian modern pine bench by Børge Mogensen, Sweden, 1960s

Bench model "Visingsö" by Malmsten
By Carl Malmsten, Svensk Fur
Located in Brescia, IT
Swedish vintage wooden bench by Carl Malmsten for Svensk Fur. This furniture model traces the modern rustic style typical of Scandinavian homes in the 1960s. Made of pine wood, tha...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Pine

Bench model "Visingsö" by Malmsten
Bench model "Visingsö" by Malmsten

Bench model "Visingsö" by Malmsten

Large butcher table/bench dated 1879 from Dalarna, Sweden
Located in Farsta, SE
Large butcher table/bench dated 1879 from Dalarna, Sweden. My heart truly feels for this kind of furniture, where aesthetics are driven by practicality. The gray patina and wear mak...
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1870s Swedish Antique Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Pine

Large butcher table/bench dated 1879 from Dalarna, Sweden
Large butcher table/bench dated 1879 from Dalarna, Sweden

Large butcher table/bench dated 1879 from Dalarna, Sweden

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

Pipeline Bench by Erik Ole Jørgensen
By Erik Ole Jørgensen
Located in Dronten, NL
Stunning and rare Pipeline Bench by Erik Ole Jørgensen for Georg Jørgensen & Søn, Denmark, 1960. The tubular legs are made in stainless steel and the top is upholstered in a grey/gre...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Pipeline Bench by Erik Ole Jørgensen
Pipeline Bench by Erik Ole Jørgensen

Pipeline Bench by Erik Ole Jørgensen

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

Torbjørn Afdal, walnut Krobo bench, Norway, 1960s
By Torbjørn Afdal, Bruksbo
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
’Krobo’ bench designed by Torbjørn Afdal. Produced in Norway in the 1960s for Mellemstrands Bruksbo. Made in walnut.
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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Walnut

Torbjørn Afdal, walnut Krobo bench, Norway, 1960s
Torbjørn Afdal, walnut Krobo bench, Norway, 1960s

Torbjørn Afdal, walnut Krobo bench, Norway, 1960s

Sculptural Bench by Olavi Hanninen for Mikko Nupponen, Finland, 1950’s
By Mikko Nupponen, Olavi Hanninen
Located in Antwerp, BE
Sculptural bench by Olavi Hanninen for Mikko Nupponen, Finland 1950’s. This bench is made of stained elm wood and sculpturally crafted by hand. Presented in a good, original, conditi...
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1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Elm

Sculptural Bench by Olavi Hanninen for Mikko Nupponen, Finland, 1950’s
Sculptural Bench by Olavi Hanninen for Mikko Nupponen, Finland, 1950’s

Sculptural Bench by Olavi Hanninen for Mikko Nupponen, Finland, 1950’s

'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...
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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

Rare Bent Wood Bench by Architect Risto V. Luukkonen, Vakiopuu Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
An exceptionally rare bench by Finnish Architect Risto Veikko Luukkonen (1902-1972) who was one of the pioneer functionalist architects to lead the movement in Finland. His career st...
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1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Elm

Rare Bent Wood Bench by Architect Risto V. Luukkonen, Vakiopuu Oy
Rare Bent Wood Bench by Architect Risto V. Luukkonen, Vakiopuu Oy

Rare Bent Wood Bench by Architect Risto V. Luukkonen, Vakiopuu Oy

Swedish long Bench 1870c
Located in Farsta, SE
Swedish long Bench 1870c Made out of pine wood. Sold in as-is condition. Height: 42 cm/16.5 inch Depth: 27 cm/10.6 inch Widht: 132 cm/51.9 inch
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1870s Swedish Antique Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Pine

Swedish long Bench 1870c
Swedish long Bench 1870c

Swedish long Bench 1870c

Torbjørn Afdal Rosewood 1.5m Krobo Bench, circa 1960
By Torbjørn Afdal, Bruksbo
Located in London, GB
Torbjørn Afdal - 1.5m Krobo Bench, c1960 Iconic midcentury design from Norway. Torbjorn Afdal's Krobo bench, circa 1960 was designed as a multipurpose bench for producer Bruksbo and...
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1960s Norwegian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Rosewood

Torbjørn Afdal Rosewood 1.5m Krobo Bench, circa 1960
Torbjørn Afdal Rosewood 1.5m Krobo Bench, circa 1960

Torbjørn Afdal Rosewood 1.5m Krobo Bench, circa 1960

Torbjørn Afdal Rosewood 2m Krobo Bench, circa 1960
By Torbjørn Afdal, Bruksbo
Located in London, GB
Torbjørn Afdal - 2m Krobo Bench, c1960 Iconic midcentury design from Norway. Torbjorn Afdal's Krobo bench, circa 1960 was designed as a multipurpose bench for producer Bruksbo and c...
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1960s Norwegian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Rosewood

Torbjørn Afdal Rosewood 2m Krobo Bench, circa 1960
Torbjørn Afdal Rosewood 2m Krobo Bench, circa 1960

Torbjørn Afdal Rosewood 2m 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...
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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

Bench No.2 by Folke Bensow
By Nafveqvarns Bruk, Folke Bensow
Located in Stockholm, SE
Designed by Folke Bensow. For Nafveqvarns Bruk for the World exibition in Paris 1925. Swedish stand. Cast iron sides. Wooden planks. Distressed white paint all over.
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Early 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Iron

Bench No.2 by Folke Bensow
Bench No.2 by Folke Bensow

Bench No.2 by Folke Bensow

Swedish Bench by Folke Bensow in Cast Iron & Pine for Näfveqvarns Bruk, 1920s
By Nafveqvarns Bruk, Folke Bensow
Located in Stockholm, SE
Very rare and early "Sneckan" bench in cast iron and pine by Folke Bensow produced by Näfveqvarns Bruk Sweden 1923. In good original condition with heavy and beautiful patina from ag...
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1920s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Iron

Swedish Bench by Folke Bensow in Cast Iron & Pine for Näfveqvarns Bruk, 1920s
Swedish Bench by Folke Bensow in Cast Iron & Pine for Näfveqvarns Bruk, 1920s

Swedish Bench by Folke Bensow in Cast Iron & Pine for Näfveqvarns Bruk, 1920s

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

Aksel Bender Madsen Sofa in Checkered Fabric, Oak and Teak
By Aksel Bender Madsen
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Aksel Bender Madsen, sofa, fabric, oak, teak, Denmark, 1960s The designer of this sofa is Aksel bender Madsen (1916-2000) who is known for his classic Mid-Century designs and worke...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Fabric, Oak, Teak

Aksel Bender Madsen Sofa in Checkered Fabric, Oak and Teak
Aksel Bender Madsen Sofa in Checkered Fabric, Oak and Teak

Aksel Bender Madsen Sofa in Checkered Fabric, Oak and Teak

Swedish Modern Pine Bench and Mirror by Ruben Ward for Fröseke, 1970s.
By Fröseke 2
Located in Asaa, DK
Swedish Modern Pine Bench and Mirror by Ruben Ward for Fröseke AB Nybro Fabriken, Sweden, 1970s. Scandinavian Modern hallway set with bench and mirror in ch...
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1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Pine

Swedish Modern Pine Bench and Mirror by Ruben Ward for Fröseke, 1970s.
Swedish Modern Pine Bench and Mirror by Ruben Ward for Fröseke, 1970s.

Swedish Modern Pine Bench and Mirror by Ruben Ward for Fröseke, 1970s.

Borge Mogensen Set of Side Tables/Benches in Oak and Rattan Cane, 1960s, Denmark
By Fredericia, Børge Mogensen
Located in Odense, DK
Amazing set of Danish modern side tables or benches in solid oak and handwoven rattan cane by Danish architect Borge Mogensen. Mogensen designed this model in the 1950s when it was m...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Cane, Rattan, Oak

Borge Mogensen Set of Side Tables/Benches in Oak and Rattan Cane, 1960s, Denmark
Borge Mogensen Set of Side Tables/Benches in Oak and Rattan Cane, 1960s, Denmark

Borge Mogensen Set of Side Tables/Benches in Oak and Rattan Cane, 1960s, Denmark

Old Bench Model 272 by Børge Mogensen 1950s
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Handewitt, DE
Beautiful old bench, model 5272 (272 stamped) by Børge Mogensen for Fredericia Stolefabrik Denmark 1950s. Made in solid oak and cane. Produced in 1950s. Un...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Cane, Oak

Old Bench Model 272 by Børge Mogensen 1950s
Old Bench Model 272 by Børge Mogensen 1950s

Old Bench Model 272 by Børge Mogensen 1950s

Scandinavian Bench in Solid Pine, 1970s
Located in Lejre, DK
Bench in solid pine. Designed and made in Sweden 1970s. Original condition.
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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Pine

Scandinavian Bench in Solid Pine, 1970s
Scandinavian Bench in Solid Pine, 1970s

Scandinavian Bench in Solid Pine, 1970s

Swedish Pine Bench by Carl Malmsten
By Carl Malmsten
Located in Dronten, NL
Mid-Century Scandinavian Modern solid pine bench by Swedish company Karl Andersson and Söner, designed by Carl Malmsten. Nice woodworking details that are also present in the designs...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Pine

Swedish Pine Bench by Carl Malmsten
Swedish Pine Bench by Carl Malmsten

Swedish Pine Bench by Carl Malmsten

BM 5273 bench / sidetable by Børge Mogensen
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
BM 5273 - Small bench in oak and cane. Børge Mogensen / Fredericia Furniture
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Cane, Oak

BM 5273 bench / sidetable by Børge Mogensen
BM 5273 bench / sidetable by Børge Mogensen

BM 5273 bench / sidetable by Børge Mogensen

Scandinavian Modern Bench in Oak and Red Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Bench, faux leather, brass, oak, Scandinavia, 1950s A charming furniture piece exuding a sense of harmony and purity. The bench, with its rectangular shape, showcases an upholstered...
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1950s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Brass

Scandinavian Modern Bench in Oak and Red Upholstery
Scandinavian Modern Bench in Oak and Red Upholstery

Scandinavian Modern Bench in Oak and Red Upholstery

Pair of 1970's Solid Pine Wood Benches Sweden
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
Pair of rustic solid pinewood benches from the 1970's Beautiful patinated appearance and very functional The Benches can be flat packed for volume saving low cost shipping Solid...
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1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Pine

Pair of 1970's Solid Pine Wood Benches Sweden
Pair of 1970's Solid Pine Wood Benches Sweden

Pair of 1970's Solid Pine Wood Benches Sweden

Børge Mogensen for Fredericia ‘Safari’ Sofa in Saddle Leather and Oak
By Fredericia Stolefabrik, Børge Mogensen
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Børge Mogensen for Fredericia Stolefabrik, ‘Safari’ sofa or bench model 2222, saddle leather, oak, brass, Denmark, 1960s. This rare sofa reminds of the classical foldable 'director-...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Brass

Børge Mogensen for Fredericia ‘Safari’ Sofa in Saddle Leather and Oak
Børge Mogensen for Fredericia ‘Safari’ Sofa in Saddle Leather and Oak

Børge Mogensen for Fredericia ‘Safari’ Sofa in Saddle Leather and Oak

Scandinavian Modern Bench in Chestnut Upholstery and Teak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Large bench, faux leather, teak, brass, Scandinavia, 1950s A charming furniture piece exuding a sense of harmony and purity. The bench, with its rectangular shape, showcases an upho...
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1950s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Brass

Scandinavian Modern Bench in Chestnut Upholstery and Teak
Scandinavian Modern Bench in Chestnut Upholstery and Teak

Scandinavian Modern Bench in Chestnut Upholstery and Teak

Torbjørn Afdal, rosewood Krobo bench, Norway, 1960s
By Torbjørn Afdal
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
’Krobo’ bench designed by Torbjørn Afdal. Produced in Norway in the 1960s for Mellemstrands Bruksbo. Made in rosewood. Modular and comes with an original plant box and a chest wit...
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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Copper, Iron

Torbjørn Afdal, rosewood Krobo bench, Norway, 1960s
Torbjørn Afdal, rosewood Krobo bench, Norway, 1960s

Torbjørn Afdal, rosewood Krobo bench, Norway, 1960s

BM 3171 bench in oak with patinated leather by Børge Mogensen
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
BM 3171 bench in patinated oak and black leather. Børge Mogensen / Fredericia Furniture
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Leather, Oak

BM 3171 bench in oak with patinated leather by Børge Mogensen
BM 3171 bench in oak with patinated leather by Børge Mogensen

BM 3171 bench in oak with patinated leather by Børge Mogensen

Vintage Modernist Rattan Bench by Børge Mogensen, Denmark, 1960s
By Frederecia Furniture, Børge Mogensen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Beautiful oak and rattan bench by Børge Mogensen. Great materials, low design that works both as a bench and a coffee table.
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Rattan, Oak

Vintage Modernist Rattan Bench by Børge Mogensen, Denmark, 1960s
Vintage Modernist Rattan Bench by Børge Mogensen, Denmark, 1960s

Vintage Modernist Rattan Bench by Børge Mogensen, Denmark, 1960s

Danish Modern Red Hallway Set Bench, Drawers & Mirror, Aksel Kjersgaard, 1960s
By Kai Kristiansen, Aksel Kjersgaard
Located in Odense, DK
Rare Danish Modern hallway set consisting of a bench, a mirror and a small chest of drawers all designed by Kai Kristiansen in the 1960s.. This example is made of red stained oak and...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Benches

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Oak

Danish Modern Red Hallway Set Bench, Drawers & Mirror, Aksel Kjersgaard, 1960s
Danish Modern Red Hallway Set Bench, Drawers & Mirror, Aksel Kjersgaard, 1960s

Danish Modern Red Hallway Set Bench, Drawers & Mirror, Aksel Kjersgaard, 1960s

Memphis Bench by Johannes Foersom & Peter Hiort Lorenzen, 1980
By Johannes Foersom
Located in Oostrum-Venray, NL
Memphis Style Bench by Johannes Foersom & Peter Hiort Lorenzen, 1980 Vintage set by Johannes Foersom & Peter Hiort Lorenzen, 1980 Denmark. Large ...
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Benches

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Metal

Memphis Bench by Johannes Foersom & Peter Hiort Lorenzen, 1980
Memphis Bench by Johannes Foersom & Peter Hiort Lorenzen, 1980

Memphis Bench by Johannes Foersom & Peter Hiort Lorenzen, 1980

Wooden stool attrib. to Carl Malmsten
By Carl Malmsten
Located in Brescia, IT
Scandinavian pine wood bench. This vintage solid wood stool is attributed to Carl Malmsten. The essential and carefully detailed forms hark back to Scandinavian Brutalist design of ...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Benches

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Pine

Wooden stool attrib. to Carl Malmsten
Wooden stool attrib. to Carl Malmsten

Wooden stool attrib. to Carl Malmsten

“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

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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

Hans J Wegner, Bar Bench in Teak, model JH589 designed 1953, Johannes Hansen
By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
Hans J Wegner, Bar Bench in Teak, model JH589 designed 1953, manufactured by Johannes Hansen, Copenhagen, Denmark. Designed in 1953 by Wegner for use in his own entrance hall, the B...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Benches

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Teak

Hans J Wegner, Bar Bench in Teak, model JH589 designed 1953, Johannes Hansen
Hans J Wegner, Bar Bench in Teak, model JH589 designed 1953, Johannes Hansen

Hans J Wegner, Bar Bench in Teak, model JH589 designed 1953, Johannes Hansen

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

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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

Torbjørn Afdal Rosewood Krobo Bench, circa 1960
By Torbjørn Afdal, Bruksbo
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...
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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...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Benches

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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

Jacob Kielland Brandt Bench in Pine Wood for Christiansen, Handcrafted, 1960s
By Jacob Kielland-Brandt, Christiansen Møbelfabrik
Located in The Hague, NL
Handcrafted pine wooden bench by Jacob Kielland Brandt, 1960s for Christiansen Denmark. This is a recognizable Scandinavian Modern period piece by it's specific shape, elegant curves...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Benches

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Pine

Jacob Kielland Brandt Bench in Pine Wood for Christiansen, Handcrafted, 1960s
Jacob Kielland Brandt Bench in Pine Wood for Christiansen, Handcrafted, 1960s

Jacob Kielland Brandt Bench in Pine Wood for Christiansen, Handcrafted, 1960s

Torbjørn Afdal Rosewood Krobo Bench, circa 1960
By Torbjørn Afdal, Bruksbo
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...
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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

Mid Century Modern Bench in Pine, Made by a Swedish Cabinetmaker in the 1970s
By Axel Einar Hjorth, Carl Malmsten, Pierre Chapo, Roland Wilhelmsson
Located in Odense, DK
A charming bench in solid pine, crafted by a Swedish cabinetmaker in the 1970s. Great craftmanship, perfectly suited for any interior style. A Modern, Scandinavian, Classic or an Ar...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Benches

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Pine

Mid Century Modern Bench in Pine, Made by a Swedish Cabinetmaker in the 1970s
Mid Century Modern Bench in Pine, Made by a Swedish Cabinetmaker in the 1970s

Mid Century Modern Bench in Pine, Made by a Swedish Cabinetmaker in the 1970s

Alvar Aalto Bench Model 153B, Artek 1970s
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Helsinki, FI
Iconic bench model 153 designed by Alvar Aalto and manufactured by Artek in the 1960s. The bench is in very good original condition. As with a lot of Alvar Aalto's works the beauty...
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1960s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Benches

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Birch

Alvar Aalto Bench Model 153B, Artek 1970s
Alvar Aalto Bench Model 153B, Artek 1970s

Alvar Aalto Bench Model 153B, Artek 1970s

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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

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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

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