Scandinavian Modern Chairs
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
Set of Four Dining Chairs Attributed to Illum Wikkelsø Rosewood
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Danish chairs attributed to Illum Wikkelsø
Made of rosewood with new cushions, freshly reupholstered.
Perfect condition.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Rosewood
Pair of Boomerang HM1 Lounge Chairs, Oiled Walnut/ Brass/ Karakorum 003 for &T
Located in Dubai, AE
Debuted in 1956, the lounge chair by duo Hvidt & Mølgaard has a no-frills, streamlined form. From the hand-polished wooden frame, to its slender brass legs, the Boomerang endures as ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Pair of Scandinavian 50s/60s beech and teak chairs Pinstol type
Located in Brescia, IT
Pair of 50s/60s Scandinavian chairs with beech frame and shaped teak seat. Backrest with round slats.
Pair of Scandinavian chairs from the 1950s/60s with solid beech frame and shape...
Category
1950s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Beech, Teak
Emil Cederlund Stump Chair Produced in Mora, Sweden
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Unique stump chair by Emil Cederlund. Produced in Mora, Sweden.
Category
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Pine
Kolho a Unique and Colorful Scandinavian Serpent like Chair
Located in Halikko, Finland
With Matthew Day Jackson
"Kolho is a series of tables and chairs formed of right angles and serpentine forms. It is inspired by Apollo landing a...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Plywood
Boomerang HM1 Lounge Chair, Oiled Walnut / Brass / Karakorum 003 for &Tradition
Located in Dubai, AE
Debuted in 1956, the lounge chair by duo Hvidt & Mølgaard has a no-frills, streamlined form. From the hand-polished wooden frame, to its slender brass legs, the Boomerang endures as ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Brass
Pair of 1970's Rainer Daumiller solid pinewoo dining chairs, Denmark
Located in Bern, CH
Pair of 1970's Rainer Daumiller Danish modern dining chairs. Solid pinewood construction. Curved backrest, recessed seat with cylindrical lags. Scandinavian minimalism in Brutalist s...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Pine
$937 Sale Price
25% Off
Danish Set of Six Dining Chairs in Blonde Wood and Dark Grey Leatherette
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Set of six dining chairs, beech, faux leather, Denmark, 1960s.
Modest and elegant set of six dining chairs. Its design shows clear lines and an open backrest. The dark grey leather...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Faux Leather, Beech
Set of 6TK1 Betty Chairs, L Oak/Natural Webbing by Thau & Kallio for &Tradition
By &Tradition
Located in Dubai, AE
Named after the Betty Nansen theatre in Copenhagen, the stackable chairs come in two versions: one with a seat made from exposed webbing crafted from natural linen fibers, and anothe...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Latvian Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Oak
Pair of vintage danish chairs from the sixties, upholstered with wool.
By Ejner Larsen
Located in SAINT-YRIEIX-SUR-CHARENTE, FR
Pair of chairs from Denmark, crafted in the 1960s in the style of Ejner Larsen. Beautiful wood grain with this superb wood. It features stunning shades ranging from very dark to ligh...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Wool, Walnut
Gallagher Lounge Chair Maple Natural Leather
Located in Cincinnati, US
Simple, minimal and clean lounge chair.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Cord, Wood
$1,313 / item
Cognac Leather PK 22 Poul Kjaerholm Lounge Chair, Scandinavian Modern, 1960's
Located in Antwerp, BE
Cognac leather PK 22 Poul Kjaerholm lounge chair, Scandinavian Modern, 1960's
While his mid-century Danish peers were working with wood, P...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Hans J. Wegner Chinese Chair for Fritz Hansen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
China chair by Hans J. Wegner, 1944. Executed by Fritz Hansen, 1970.
Cherry wood and natural tanned leather cushion.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Cherry
Gallagher Lounge Chair Oak Wood and Grey Felt
Located in Cincinnati, US
Simple, minimal and clean lounge chair.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Felt, Synthetic, Cord, Wood
Pair of Safari Chair « Diana » by Karin Mobring
Located in Bruxelles, BE
Karin Mobring
Safari chair « Diana »
1970
Leather, linen, Pine
70 x 63 x 60 cm
The frame is made in wood and upholdery is made in Swedish ecru linen.
These Safari chairs are a design by Karin Mobring and they were produced in the 70s. This model is also called the "Diana Chair...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Linen, Wood
$3,461 / set
Jacob Kjaer Rare Set of Six Dining Chairs in Mahogany and Niger Leather
By Jacob Kjaer
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Jabob Kjær for Jacob Kjær Møbelhaandværk, dining chairs, niger leather, cuban mahogany, brass rivets, Denmark, 1937.
Stunning set of dining chairs by Jacob Kjær manufactured in 1937...
Category
1930s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Set of 6 Series 7 Chairs, Burnt Yellow & Steel Chrome by Arne Jacobsen
Located in Dubai, AE
The Series 7™ chair is an icon in modern furniture history, designed by Arne Jacobsen in 1955. Its unique shape is timeless and incredibly versatile, displaying character without ove...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Polish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Easy Chair in Teak and Woven Cane by Arne Hovmand-Olsen, 1950's
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Easy Chair in Teak and Woven Cane by Arne Hovmand-Olsen, 1950's
Additional Information:
Material: Teak and woven cane
Style: Mid century, Scandinavian
Produced by A.R. Klingenberg &...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Teak
Set of four chairs by Hans Wegner
Located in Brescia, IT
Set of 4 chairs model CH-30 by Hans Wegner with birch wood frame and teak backrest. The seat is upholstered and lined with light-colored fabric.
Good conditions. Potrebbe presentare...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Birch, Teak
$5,198 / set
Børge Mogensen Armchairs / Chairs Produced by Svensk Fur in Sweden
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare set of armchairs / chairs designed by Børge Mogensen. Produced by Svensk Fur in Sweden.
Dimensions armchairs (W x D x H): 61.5 x 50 x 77.5 cm, SH 43 cm
Dimensions chairs (W x ...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Pine
System 1-2-3 Lounge Deluxe by Verner Panton with Dark Brown Leather
Located in Tucson, AZ
Beautiful and comfortable Verner Panton System 1-2-3 Lounge Deluxe manufactured by VerPan International in Denmark. Covered in its original, soft dark chocolate brown leather with de...
Category
1980s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Jacob Kjaer, Adjustable Teak Lounge Chair, Denmark, 1945
By Jacob Kjaer
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Adjustable teak lounge chair, by Jacob Kjaer, Denmark, circa 1945.
A lounge chair by Danish cabinet maker and modernist pioneer, Jacob Kjaer, designed i...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
Nordiska Kompaniet Pine "Ekerö" Chairs, Sweden 1930s
Located in Utrecht, NL
These “Ekerö” chairs are often compared to Axel Einar Hjorth’s Utö model, and not without a reason. These models are often mentioned together thanks to their material and visual rese...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Pine
60s, Danish Design by H.J.Wegner, Chair Ap38, Completely Restored, Leather
Located in Tarm, 82
H.J.Wegner, airport chair, model AP38. Completely restored in natural cognac Italian leather with natural patina. Designed in 1956. Manufactured by a Danish furniture manufacturer in...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
$2,645 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Arne Jacobsen For Fritz Hansen Ash Series 7 Chair Model 3107
Located in Brooklyn, NY
One of the most iconic Scandinavian Modern chairs is the "Series 7" chair that was designed by Arne Jacobsen in 1955 and manufactured by Fritz Hansen in Denmark. These chairs bear th...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Poul Volther for Frem Rojle Danish Teak Woven Chair Midcentury 1960s
Located in New York, NY
1960s Midcentury Poul Volther for Frem Rojle Danish Scandinavian teak side chair with handwoven seat. Entire piece is in Excellent conditio...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Rope, Teak
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Chair in Rosewood by Kai Lyngfeldt-Larsen
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mid-Century Modern scandinavian chair in rosewood by Kai Lyngfeldt-Larsen for Søren Willadsen. Original seat in black simili leather.
Category
1960s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Frederik Sieck for Fritz Hansen Pair of Chairs
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Frederik Sieck for Fritz Hansen, pair of chairs model 3200, skai, black lacquered wood, metal, Denmark, design 1962
This industrial pair of chairs was designed by the Swedish design...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
$1,400 / set
16 Hans Wegner Style Teak Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These are great solid teak chairs in the style of Hans Wegner. Made in the USA.
Category
1990s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Teak, Faux Leather
$400 Sale Price
66% Off
JH 713 Teak Dining Arm Chair by Hans J. Wegner for Johannes Hansen, 1950s
Located in Sagaponack, NY
An elegant handcrafted dining chair, having an exposed teak frame and leather upholstery.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
Pair of Stools in Oregon Pine by Edvard Wilberg, 1955
By Edvard Wilberg
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Pair of Stools in Oregon Pine by Edvard Wilberg, 1955
Additional Information:
Material: Oregon pine
Style: Mid century, Scandinavia
Produced by Edvard Wilberg møbelfabrik in Norway
...
Category
20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Pine
Arnold Madsen 'Oda' Easy Chair with Stool
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Arnold Madsen for Madsen & Schubell, 'Oda' lounge chair with ottoman, model 'MS-9', fabric teak, Denmark, circa 1957.
The Oda lounge chair with ottoman, designed by Arnold Madsen (...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Teak, Fabric
$16,400 / set
Set of Two '2' Oak Accent Chairs by Hickory in Knoll Ivory Boucle Fabric, 1960s
Located in Deland, FL
These stately side chairs by Hickory Mfg have been newly upholstered in a luxurious Ivory Boucle (a Knoll Fabric). The striking linear frame is constructed...
Category
1960s American Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Oak
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Chair Model 316 in Oak by Hvidt & Mølgaard
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Drawn chair model 316 by Hvidt and Mølgaard. New edition. The model 316 chair by Hvidt & Mølgaard stands out as a definitive piece of Danish design. Relying ...
Category
2010s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Oak
Poul Kjaerholm Pk9 Chairs Cognac Ekc Denmark 1960
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Beautiful set of 4 original PK9 tulip chairs designed by Poul Kjaerholm and manufactured by Ejvind Kold Christensen, Denmark 1961. This is for a rare and early set of 4 from EKC production, this was the first production before Fritz Hansen took the production over. The chairs have matt, chrome-plated spring steel feet in 3 pieces, connected with screws. The seats are made of moulded fiberglass, felt padding and cognac leather covering of the highest quality. This is for example one of the most difficult chairs to reupholster according to leather specialists, only a few people are capable of doing that in the right way. These examples of the famous PK 9...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
$29,843 / set
Poul Hundevad Pair of Dining Chairs in Teak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Poul Hundevad, pair of dining chairs model '30', teak, fabric, Denmark, 1960s
Pair of dining room chairs in teak and beige fabric upholste...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Teak
$2,200 / set
Set of 6 CH24 Chairs by Hans Wegner
Located in Brescia, IT
Set of six Danish model CH24 chairs by Hans Wegner, produced by Carl Hansen & Søn in the 1950s.
Set of six vintage Scandinavian chairs model CH24, also known as "Y Chair," designed ...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
String, Wood
$7,901 / set
Set of 4 Mid Century Danish Modern Teak Stacking Stools after Alvar Aalto
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A complete set of four teak stools in the style of Alvar Aalto. Well made in great shape.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Teak
Poul Kjærholm 'PK11' Chair for Fritz Hansen in Aura Leather
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Kjærholm 'PK11' Chair for Fritz Hansen in Aura Leather.
Established in 1872, Fritz Hansen has become synonymous with legendary Danish design. Combining timeless craftsmanship w...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Pair of Ejner Larsen and Aksel Bender Madsen Chairs for Willy Beck, 1951
Located in Pawtucket, RI
Pair of teak and leather occasional chairs by Ejner Larsen and Aksel Bender Madsen for Willy Beck.
Replaced cream colored leather. Chairs bei...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
Gunnar Asplund Chairs Produced by Iwan B. Giertz
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare set of 4 chairs designed by Gunnar Asplund. Produced by Iwan B. Giertz in Flen, Sweden.
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
$8,953 / set
Børge Mogensen Chairs Produced by Svensk Fur in Sweden
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare pair of chairs designed by Børge Mogensen. Produced by Svensk Fur in Sweden.
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Pine
Danish Pair of Danish Sculptural Chairs in Blonde Wood
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pair of dining chairs, beech, leatherette, Denmark, 1960s
Highly elegant chairs that would appear gracefully around one's dining or conference table. The sharp sculpted backrest is...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Faux Leather, Beech
Danish Modern Occasional Chair with Truncated Arms
Located in Minneapolis, MN
This striking little occasional chair has a new Danish-cord seat. Frame is a stained oak with just a touch of glossiness to the finish.
Professional, skilled furniture restoration...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Papercord, Oak
Poul Kjærholm for E. Kold Christensen Pair of 'PK20' Lounge Chairs in Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Poul Kjærholm for E. Kold Christensen, pair of lounge chairs model 'PK20', leather, chrome-plated steel, Denmark, 1968
A highly modern design that embraces clear lines and curvaceous shapes. A cantilever chair is all about ease and comfort as it provides the characteristic bending function, and together with the high backrest and head cushion, a pleasant seating experience is guaranteed. Kjærholm used chrome-plated steel for the base and black leather for the seating, materials that fit within the modernistic aesthetics of this chair.
Poul Kjærholm (1929-1980) was a Danish designer and cabinetmaker. He had a particular interest in different construction materials; especially steel which he considered a natural material with the same artistic fineness as other natural materials. Poul Kjaerholm was employed at Fritz Hansen for about a year, where he designed a number of noteworthy chair prototypes. In 1955 Poul Kjærholm initiated his collaboration with manufacturer Ejvind Kold Christensen, which lasted until Poul Kjærholm's death in 1980. In 1982, Fritz Hansen took over the production and sales of "The Kjærholm Collection", developed from 1951 to 1967, designs, which are logical to the minute detail with an aura of exclusivity. In 2007 Fritz Hansen added two new pieces to the Kjærholm Collection. Pieces that were never in production before, the PK8...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Børge Mogensen Set of Four Dinning Chairs for Fredericia Furniture
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Børge Mogensen set of four dining chairs in oak and natural tanned leather. Executed by Fredericia Furniture.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
Wingback Lounge Chair by Ib Kofod Larsen, 1950s
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A black leather upholstered lounge chair with tufted wingback, having a finely joined exposed frame supporting a floating sculptural s...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood
Set of 6 N.O. Møller Dining Chairs, Model 78 in Rosewood with Paper Cord.
Located in Lejre, DK
Elegant set of 6 dining chairs designed by Niels Otto Møller and produced by J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik in Denmark. Model 78 is one of Møller’s most iconic designs and a fine example o...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Rosewood
Vintage rattan and metal chair by Dirk Van Sliedrecht for Rohé Noordwolde 1950.
Located in JOINVILLE-LE-PONT, FR
Superb vintage chair with a very elegant design. Black metal frame, rattan back and seat.
Category
1950s Dutch Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
$859 Sale Price
20% Off
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Set of 6 Chairs in Rosewood
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian set of 6 chairs in rosewood. New upholstery in Kvadrat fabric Divina Melange, grey and yellow.
Category
1960s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Rosewood
Edvin Helseth Armchair for Tribo, Sweden, 1960
Located in Paris, FR
Edvin Helseth armchair for Tribo Sweden 1960s.
Good condition.
Price for 1 armchair
Norwegian interior designer born in 1925, Edvin Helseth opened his own practice in 1949. His Module 5-15, System BBB and other designs became popular in Europe. In 1966 he designed the Trybo armchair for Stange Bruk...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood, Pine
$1,313 / item
Arne Vodder Teak Dining Chairs Model 422 Denmark 1960
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Very elegant set of 6 'model 422' dining chairs designed by Arne Vodder and manufactured by Sibast mobler, Denmark 1960. These dining chairs have a high spin...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
Rely HW9 Chair Bronzed Base w. Karakorum 003, by Hee Welling for &Tradition
By Hee Welling
Located in Dubai, AE
Boasting a shell crafted from recycled plastic, Rely is a chair with environmentally-friendly credentials.
Designed by Hee Welling, its simple appearance and ergonomic design embodi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Polish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Fabric
Frits Henningsen Lounge Chair in Patterned Upholstery and Wood
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Frits Henningsen, wingback chair, multicolored pastel fabric, stained beech, Denmark 1930s.
This modest yet refined armchair is a design piece from designer Frits Henningsen. Crafte...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Beech
Pair of Wood, Rattan and Leather Scandinavian Armchairs, circa 1960
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Pair of wood, rattan and leather Scandinavian armchairs, circa 1960.
Category
1960s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Rattan, Wood
Alvar Aalto Chair model 69 by Artek 1940s
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Espoo, FI
Artek chair model 69, designed by Alvar Aalto. The chair is from 1940s and has finger-jointed wartime legs. Wonderfully patinated and in good condition. Old Artek stamp on the bottom...
Category
1940s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Birch
Alvar Aalto Chair model 65 by Artek 1960s
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Espoo, FI
Artek's model 65 chair, designed by Alvar Aalto. Birch with blue linoleum top. The chair is from circa 1960s. Wonderfully patinated and in good used condition. Great patina and beaut...
Category
1960s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Birch
Børge Mogensen Model 3233 Oak Armchair by Fredericia Stolefabric, Denmark
Located in Voorburg, NL
Solid and stylish oak armchair from the 1960s designed by Børge Mogensen for Fredericia Stolefabrik of Denmark. Clean open profile with a solid oak frame. Overall excellent condition...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Oak
Hans J. Wegner Jh-515 Armchair for Johannes Hansen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Hans J. Wegner model JH 515 oak armchair. Seat and back upholstered with green fabric. Executed by cabinetmaker Johannes Hansen, Denmark.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Mademoiselle mid century easy chair by Ilmari Tapiovaara for Edsbyverken, Sweden
Located in Forserum, SE
Mademoiselle easy chair designed by renowned Finnish architect Ilmari Tapiovaara for Edsbyverken, Sweden, 1956. This striking piece features solid beech dowels and a contoured plywoo...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Beech, Plywood
Scandinavian Modern chairs for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Scandinavian Modern chairs 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 chairs created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, more furniture and collectibles, tables and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, animal skin and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Scandinavian Modern chairs 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 chairs, popular names associated with this style include Hans J. Wegner, Fritz Hansen, Norr11, and Arne Jacobsen. 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 chairs differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $70 and tops out at $83,516 while the average work can sell for $3,192.
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Cricket Folding Chairs
Cubism Chair
Curly Maple Chair
Curved Wicker Chair
Dakota Jackson Library Chair
Dark Horse Chair
Delaware Chair
Disco Chair
Dover Design Chair
Drexel Bamboo Chairs
Duba Chair
E15 Houdini
Eames Bucket Chair