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
- Originated primarily in Denmark, Sweden and Finland
- Introduced in the United States in mid-20th century
- Informed by the Bauhaus and modernism; 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
Period: 20th Century
Arne Vodder Chair for Sibast Møbler
Located in Vienna, AT
Hardwood frame upholstered with brack leather. Designed by Arne Vodder for Helge Sibast Møbler in the 1960s. Original condition not restored.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
Set of Six 'Model 77' Dining Chairs in Teak by Niels Otto Møller, Denmark, 1950s
Located in Hellouw, NL
A beautiful set of six legendary models 77 dining chairs by the Danish designer Niels Otto Møller from 1959. Seemingly simple, yet very ingeniously crafted by master craftsmen at J.L...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Papercord, Teak
Arne Jacobsen 3107 Series 7 Chairs in Orange by Fritz Hansen, 1974
Located in London, GB
This set of 6 Model 3107, or Series Seven chairs, were designed by Arne Jacobsen and manufactured by Fritz Hansen.
The chairs are finished in the original orange paint.
The leg...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Plywood, Paint
Mid-Century Teak Stühle Aus Schweden Set of 4, 1960er
Located in Mainz, DE
4er Set Skandi teak Stühle Schweden 60er Jahre design Stuhl
Super erhaltenes Skandinavisches Stuhl Set.
Guter original Zustand – siehe Bilder.
Der ...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Acrylic, Teak
Scandinavian Modern Set of 4 Stump Dining Chairs, Hand Carved in Sweden, 1980s
Located in Odense, DK
A truly unique dining set of 4 stump chairs, made in solid pine and reupholstered in bouclé wool. Hand carved in Sweden by a local cabinetmaker Stig Su...
Category
1980s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Wool, Bouclé, Pine
Swedish Munk tripod armchair in solid oak , 1960’s
Located in Delft, NL
Swedish Munk tripod armchair in solid oak.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Oak
Hans J. Wegner Ch36 Dining Chairs, 1970s, Soap Treated Beech
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner dining chairs in solid soap treated beach, original papercord seat.
Model CH36, made by Carl Hansen.
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Papercord, Beech
Kai Lyngeldt-Larsen Rosewood and Boucle Armchair, 1959
Located in London, GB
Kai Lyngeldt-Larsen
Rosewood Armchair, 1959
Brazilian rosewood armchair produced by Soren Willadsen in Denmark, circa 1960. Seat upholstered in premium ivory bouclé wool fabric...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Bouclé, Rosewood
Set of Four Mid Century The Chair Model Chairs After Wegner
Located in New York, NY
Set of four mid century dining chairs made in the style of Hans Werner's iconic design known as The Chair. These chairs are well crafted and well proportioned, they are from the peri...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Calif-Asia, Low Chair, Rattan, USA, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A rattan chair designed and produced by Calif-Asia, USA, c. 1960s.
Category
1960s American Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Rattan
Swedish Mid-Century Easy Chair with Sheepskin, Sweden 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
This classic easy chair was designed in the 1950s, during the most active period of what we know today as mid-century Swedish furniture design. This chair is designed in the typical Scandinavian modern style with a clean and functional look complemented by stylish elements.
The chair’s simple and functional design, starting from the wooden frame’s symmetric lines to the visible joints and screws, is highly representative of the principles of Scandinavian mid-century design. The gently spread out legs are connected by stretchers to assure stability and comfort. The wooden frame appears to be firmly holding, grasping the back- and seat rest, which is even more apparent thanks to the soft, dark sheepskin upholstery. The sheepskin further highlights the round edges of the seat- and back rest, which contrasts nicely with the straight lines of the frame. The design is reminiscent of Alf Svensson’s TeVe...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Wood
Sedia Tipo Tulipe, Girevole, Anni 90
Located in Felino, IT
Sedia tipo Tulipe, disegno Saarinen anni 70. base in alluminio fuso verniciata a fuoco. struttura in plastica rigida. cuscino in lana, svestibile. girevole.
La sedia e' usata, non ha segni particolari, solamente il cuscino e' sbiadito.
Non e' originale Knoll, sotto alla base in alluminio fuso, porta una cancellatura del marchio.
La sedia' e' indicativamente della fine degli anni 90.
Category
1990s European Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Finn Juhl for Bovirke 'Reading Chairs' in Teak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Finn Juhl for Bovirke, 'reading' dining chairs, oak, teak, metal, Denmark, 1953.
In 1953, Finn Juhl designed this 'Reading Chair' for Bovirke....
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
Rare Set of Four Dining Chairs by Ilmar Lappalainen and Produced by Asko 60s
Located in Denventer, NL
Rare set of 4 dining room chairs attributed to the Finnish designer Ilmar Lappalainen and Asko, 1960s Finland. The special chairs have a cu...
Category
1960s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Henning Kjærnulf Four Dining Chairs
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Henning Kjærnulf four dining chairs, new upholstered with tan aniline leather.
Frame of solid rosewood.
Made by Vejle Stole & Møbelfabrik.
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Set of 4 Chairs in Rosewood Model 465
By Helge Sibast
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mid-Century Modern scandinavian set of 4 chairs in rosewood model 465 by Helge Sibast. Original leather seat.
Category
1960s Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Rosewood
Sven Ivar Dysthe, Series of 6 "3001" Chairs, Norway 1960
Located in Catonvielle, FR
Series of 6 black leather and rosewood chairs by Sven Ivar Dysthe for Dokka Mobler, Norway 1960. Referenced under the number 3001, these chairs won the 196...
Category
1960s Norwegian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Set of Two '2' Rare Lounge Chairs by Ib Kofod Larsen for Selig, Denmark, C. 1950
Located in Deland, FL
Designed by the visionary Danish craftsman Ib Kofod Larsen in the early 1950's this model chair predates his iconic (and similarly shaped) "Z" chair. However far fewer of these armle...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Walnut
8 Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen JH-503 Chairs in Walnut and Leather
Located in Los Angeles, CA
We are excited to offer 8 early Hans Wegner JH-503 chairs designed in 1949 and Produced by Johannes Hansen. Fully restored solid Walnut construction. Stamped with the maker's mark. C...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Teak Wood & Fabric Dining Chair by Juul Kristensen
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This modernist dining chair was designed by Juul Kristensen for the Danish manufacture JK Denmark during the 1960s. The chair is made of solid teak wood in ...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Arne Jacobsen Oxford Chair, Newly Upholstered with Black Classic Leather
Located in Herlev, 84
These Oxford chairs are used and are newly upholstered with black classic leather and fitted with new foam cushions. The chairs have firm backs and no defects despite some minor scra...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather
Six Erik Buch Refinished Dining Chairs in Solid Teak, Custom Upholstery
Located in Knebel, DK
Six Erik Buch Refinished dining chairs in solid teak, custom upholstery
The chairs feature a solid teak frame and are as all of Erik Buchs chairs characterized by high-quality mat...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Teak
Four Armchairs in Ash Wood and Leather by Kai Lyngfeldt Larsen, Denmark, 1960s
Located in Hellouw, NL
Four beautifully crafted armchairs from Danish designer Kai Lyngfeldt Larsen made and manufactured by Søren Willadsen's factory in the 1960s. Danish ash has...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood, Ash
Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist, set of 4 Charlotte dining chairs, ASKO, 1970s
Located in Uppsala, SE
Set of 4 black lacquered dining chairs designed by Swedish designer Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist who mainly worked for Swedish furniture manufacturer NK but the Charlotte dining range (t...
Category
1970s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Finn Juhl "Spade" Lounge Chair
By Finn Juhl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Finn Juhl "Spade" lounge chair designed in 1955 and produced by France &
Daverkosen. Store formerly known as ARTFUL DODGER INC
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Tall Tripod Stool in Solid Pine, by a Danish Cabinetmaker, Mid Century, Ca 1960s
Located in Odense, DK
Highly decorative tall stool in solid pine. Made by a Danish cabinetmaker in 1960s.
This modern stool will fit in many types of home decors. Perfectly suited for a Classic, Wabi ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Pine
Arne Jacobsen Dining Chair
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Arne Jacobsen dining chair new upholstered with cognac vintage aniline leather.
Base of powder coated steel tube.
Model 3107 Syveren, made by Frit...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather
Bruno Mathsson, "Eva" Easy Chair, 1968
Located in Los Gatos, CA
Bruno Mathsson 1907-1988. Armchair. Company Karl Mathsson, Värnamo 1968. Stamped. Frame in layer-glued birch and beech with braided leather upholstery. H 84 cm.
The model designed...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Beech, Birch
Mid-Century Lounge Chair Designed by Ib Madsen & Acton Schubell
Located in Lejre, DK
Lounge chair in leather, designed by Danish architects Ib Madsen & Acton Schubell.
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Beech
Arne Jacobsen 3108 Lily Oak Wood
Located in Herlev, 84
Designer: Arne Jacobsen
Manufacturer: Fritz Hansen
Model: Lily 3108
Measurements: H: 80, W: 50 D: 52, SH: 44,5
Materials: Oak wood
Condition: ...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Oak
Niels O. Møller Set of Eight Rosewood Chairs
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Niels O. Møller set of six rosewood chairs, seats with leather. Model 79. Manufactured by J. L. Møller, Denmark.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Set of 4 Teak Chairs Model Lis by Niels Koefoed
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mid-Century Modern scandinavian set of 4 teak chairs modele Lis by Niels Koefoed. Seats will be reupholtered with fabric or leather of your choice between Step Melange fabric from Ga...
Category
1960s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Teak
Kaare Klint Pair of Armchairs for Rud. Rasmussen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Kaare Klint pair of armchairs in mahogany and Niger leather. Executed by Rud. Rasmussen.
Reverse with paper label ‘RUD. RASMUSSEN/SNED...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Mahogany, Leather
Midcentury Arne Jacobsen Series 7 Chairs
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Up to 24 Arne Jacobsen series 7 chairs for Fritz Hansen. This iconic design is one of the most successful chairs every produced from this era. ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Vintage Mid-Century Scandinavian Modern Oak Executive Chair in Alcantara Fabric
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This executive chair was made in Denmark during the 1960s. The frame is made of high-quality solid oak wood in a honey brown shade. The seat with the backrest is upholstered in an elegant, bright Alcantara fabric. The color of the upholstery is "caffe latte...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Textile, Oak
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
Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Set of striking dining chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, made of stained oak and new upholstered with canvas.
Refreshing design with b...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Oak, Canvas
Arne Hovmand-Olsen Mogens Kold Dining Chair in Teak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Arne Hovmand-Olsen for Mogens Kold Møbelfabrik, dining chair model 71, teak, Denmark, 1959
This sculptural dining chair is designed by the Dane Arne Hovmand-Olsen for Mogens Kold Mø...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Teak
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
Niels O Moller Model 62 Carver Chair, JL Moller, Denmark, 1960s
Located in London, GB
A Niels O Moller model 62 carver chair in East Indian Rosewood, produced by JL Moller, Denmark. In good structural condition with one minor restor...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood
Rope Chair in Pine, Attributed to Poul Kjaerholm & Jørgen Høj, Denmark, 1960's
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rope chair in pine - attributed to Poul Kjaerholm & Jørgen Høj, Denmark 1960's
Made of stained pine wood and rope pine this curious piece is often attributed to Poul Kjærholm & J...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Rope, Pine
Set of 4 Oak Dining Chairs in the Style of Borge Mogensen, Denmark, 1960s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A set of 4 oak dining chairs in the style of Børge Mogensen his J39 Shaker chair.
Made in Denmark in the 1960s. The chairs are very similar to the J39 chair by Mogensen and will a g...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Scandinavian Black Leatherette Chair with Armrests
Located in Brescia, IT
Vintage 1960s black leather effect chair.
A modern chair with a strong character.
The frame is birch wood while the seat is black faux leather.
Try it as a comfortable desk chair...
Category
1960s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Faux Leather, Beech
Hans Wegner Valet Chair for Johannes Hansen
Located in San Francisco, CA
Hans Wegner valet chair for Johannes Hansen, Model JH-514. The ultimate valet chair designed to hold your coat, pants and tie to keep them from wrinkling with storage for belts and a...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Brass
Pair of Scandinavian Chairs by Overman, Sweden, circa 1960
By Overman
Located in CANGAS, ES
Pareja de sillas apilables diseñadas por Svante Schöblom para la firma sueca Overman en la década de los 1960’s. Aunque editadas en varios colores, el diseño en blanco se adapta a cu...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal, Steel
PK-22 Easy Chair by Poul Kjærholm for Fritz Hansen, Scandinavian Modern, 1980's
Located in Antwerp, BE
Scandinavian modern; Denmark; PK-22 Easy Chair; Loung chair; Poul Kjærholm; Fritz Hansen; Rattan; Wicker;
Poul Kjaerholm early edition easy chair PK22 in hand-woven rattan and bru...
Category
1980s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Set of Six Dining Chairs by Richard Jensen and Kjaerulff Rasmussen
Located in Karlstad, SE
Set of 6 dining chairs by Richard Jensen and Kjaerulff Rasmussen, Denmark.
These chairs are made of solid teak. The design is inspired by traditio...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Teak
Vintage Siesta Easy Chair by Joe Möbler
Located in Brescia, IT
Original Scandinavian 1960s armchair with bouclé fabric.
A unique piece of furniture with timeless beauty, this seat also has its own stool
original. The frame is made of oak wood ...
Category
1960s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Hans J. Wegner 'The Chair' in Teak for Johannes Hansen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Hans J. Wegner model JH503 in teak. Seat upholstered with black leather. Executed by Johannes Hansen, Copenhagen, Denmark.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
Ole Wanscher Set of Four Chairs for A. J. Iversen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Ole Wanscher set of for chairs in mahogany and black leather. Executed by A. J. Iversen, Copenhagen, Denmark.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Mahogany, Leather
Arne Jacobsen Dining Chair
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Arne Jacobsen dining chair new upholstered with walnut elegance aniline leather.
Base of chrome steel tube.
Model 3107 Syveren, made by Fritz Hansen.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Set of 6 Teak Dining Chairs Model 75
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian set of 6 teak dining chairs model 75. Danish paper cord seat newly restored.
Category
1960s French Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Teak
Hans Wegner Peacock Chair, C1960s
Located in London, GB
“Peacock Chair”. Easy chair with ash frame and teak armrests. Seat with woven paper cord. Model JH 550. Designed 1947. This example made approx. 1960s by cabinetmaker Johannes Hansen...
Category
1960s European Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Ash
Mid-Century modern scandinavian set of 4 teak dining chairs model 75
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mid-Century modern scandinavian set of 4 teak dining chairs model 75 . Danish paper cord seat newly restored
Category
1960s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Cord, Teak
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
'Point' Chair by Jonas Bohlin, 1990
By Jonas Bohlin
Located in Stockholm, SE
Designed by Jonas Bohlin, hand-signed.
Produced in Sweden, 1990.
Category
1990s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Rainer Daumiller Dining Chairs in Pine
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Rainer Daumiller, dining chairs, pine, Denmark, 1970s
Beautiful set of organic and natural armchairs in solid pine. A lovely design focusing on the natural expression and grain of t...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Pine
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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