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
Concrete Chair Jonas Bohlin, Sweden, 1980s
By Källemo, Jonas Bohlin
Located in Stockholm, SE
Concrete and steel. Designed in 1980. Produced by Källemo, Sweden, 1987. Signed.
Category
1980s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Concrete
Mogens Koch Pair of Folding Chairs for Rud. Rasmussen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Mogens Koch pair of folding chairs in oak and leather. Executed by Rud. Rasmussen, Copenhagen, Denmark.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Brass
Ejner Larsen and Aksel Bender Madsen Armchair for Willy Beck
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Ejner Larsen and Aksel Bender Madsen armchair. Teak and surface dyed natural tanned leather. Executed by cabinetmaker Willy Beck, Denmark. Underside with manufacturer's metal label i...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
Scandinavian Mid-Century Pair of Easy Chairs, Scandinavia ca 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
This pair of easy chairs is exemplary of the main ideals of mid-century modernism: the chairs are characterized by clean, simple lines, honest use of materials, and a lack of unneces...
Category
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood, Wool
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
Set of 4 vintage 80's chairs in oak wood Danese design
Located in None, IT
Set of four chairs with oak frame and rattan seat, Danese design, 1980s.
CONDITION:
In good condition, may show signs of wear given by time.
SIZING:
Height 75 cm; Width 54 cm; Len...
Category
1980s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Rattan, Wood
Mademoiselle chairs by Ilamari Tapiovaara
Located in Brescia, IT
Scandinavian design icon of the 1950s/60s.
This chair model was manufactured by Edsbyverken, as indicated by the stamp of authenticity.
It features a beech wood frame with a curved ...
Category
1960s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Birch
Ole Wanscher 'T' Chair for A.J. Iversen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Ole Wanscher 'T' chair in mahogany. Executed by cabinetmaker A.J. Iversen, Denmark.
Underside with manufacturer's paper label Snedkermester A.J. Iversen Kóbenhavn.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Easy chair in black leather by Tove & Edvard Kindt-Larsen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Easy chair in patinated black leather with legs of rosewood. Cabinetmaker Gustav Bertelsen.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Rosewood
Temps Libre Occasional chair
Located in Atlanta, GA
The Temps Libre F2 Fauteil chair is completely handmade by specialty craftsmen in France using only the highest quality materials. This particular chair has a soft linen color suede ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Beech
Rosewood Dining Chairs by Vestergaard Jensen for Peder Pedersen
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A Scandinavian Modern ladder back dining chair by renowned Danish designer Helge Vestergaard-Jensen. This sculptural chair features a luminous Brazilian rosewood frame with black lea...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Hans J. Wegner Oak Chairs - CH30 for Carl Hansen & Son, Denmark, 1954
Located in Rosendahl, DE
Exclusive set of ten original "CH 30" dining chairs, designed by Danish designer Hans J. Wegner. These vintage chairs from the 50s/60s are masterpieces of Scandinavian design and are...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Wool, Oak
Chair Designed by Osvaldo Borsani for Techno, Italy, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Chair, designed by Osvaldo Borsani for Techno,
Italy, 1950s.
Plywood and lacquered steel.
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
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
Ax Lounge Chair by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mölgaard-Nielsen for Fritz Hansen, 1950s
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen designed Scandinavian Modern lounge chair in a sculptural and innovative armless design. Made of laminated teak and beech, the chair features a ...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Beech, Teak
Finn Juhl, 108 Chair, 1946, in Teak, Made by Niels Vodder, Copenhagen, Stamped
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
Finn Juhl, teak 108 Chair, 1946, made by Niels Vodder, Copenhagen, stamped
This is an early original chair, made by cabinet maker Niels Vodder in Copenhagen and bearing the stampe...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
Hans Wegner PP51/3 V Chair PP Mobler, Denmark, 1988
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Rare set of 4 chairs model PP51/3 or the so called V chair designed by Hans J. Wegner and manufactured by PP Mobler, Denmark 1988. Between 1952-53 Wegner desig...
Category
1980s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Oak
Egg Chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen
Located in Sagaponack, NY
An early "Egg" chair with vintage upholstery.
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Wool
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Set of 4 Chairs in Teak, Harry Rosengren Hansen
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian set of 4 chairs in solid teak by Harry Rosengren Hansen for Brande Møbelindustri. Original edition from 1960. Referenced by the Design Museum Danmark ...
Category
1960s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Teak
Contemporary Chair 'Elé' by Ann Demeulemeester, Brown Oak (in stock)
Located in Paris, IDF
Dining Chair 'Elé' designed by Ann Demeulemeester for Serax.
Solid Oak
Stain: Brown
The 'Elé' chair by Ann Demeulemeester is a timeless expression of understated elegance and min...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Oak
Dining Chairs by Ole Wanscher for A.J. Iversen, 1962
Located in Sagaponack, NY
Designed in 1962, this expertly crafted dining chair by Ole Wanscher was built in the cabinet shop of A. J. Iversen of Brazilian rosewood in the 1960s. A graceful, minimal design con...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Rosewood
Gösta Jonsson Easy Chair
Located in London, England
Gösta Jonsson easy chair Produced in Jönköping, Sweden.
Category
1940s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Sheepskin, Beech
Pair of Armchairs in Sheepskin by Jacob Kjaer, Denmark, 1930's
By Jacob Kjaer
Located in Barcelona, ES
Pair of armchairs designed in 1930's by danish cabinetmaker Jacob Kjaer, Denmark. Interesting hand carver work in solid oak wood and re-upholstered with new sheepskin.
Category
1930s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Oak
Teak Cow Horn Chair by Hans J. Wegner for Johannes Hansen, 1952
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A rare teak Danish modern dining chair with a splined backrest and a natural cane seat. Model JH-505 was designed in 1952 by Hans J. Wegner and produced i...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Cane, Teak
Nordic Dining Room Chair in Walnut or Oak
By Wewood
Located in Paris, FR
A stunning beautiful Nordic style chair all in wood, strong and light that enhances every room.
Available in oak or walnut and with upholstered seat pad.
Assembled with no screws o...
Category
2010s Portuguese Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Oak, Walnut
Pair of Hans J. Wegner JH-515 Armchairs for Johannes Hansen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Hans J. Wegner model JH 515. A pair of oak armchairs. Seat and back upholstered with brown felted wool. Executed by cabinetmaker Johannes Hansen, Denmark.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Scandinavian Wooden Armchair with Cord Webbing, 1960s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Danish; Scandinavia; Scandinavian Design; Denmark; Wooden Armchair; Cord Webbing; 1960s;
Scandinavian armchair featuring a wooden frame with the backrest and seat in cord webbing...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Cord, Wood
Alvar Aalto, chair model 65 for Artek, rare Swedish production, Hedemora ca 1950
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Uppsala, SE
Alvar Aalto chair model 65, for Artek. This is from the much sought after Swedish production made in the city of Hedemora, between 1946-1956. Frame of steam bent birch. The Hedemora ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Birch
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
Limited Edition Fritz Hansen Delta Chair
Located in Dronten, NL
The exceptional Delta chair was designed in 1983 and the result of the first collaboration between Burkhard Vogtherr en Fritz Hansen. This remarkable black lacquered wooden chair is ...
Category
1980s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood
Set of 4 Swedish chairs
Located in Brescia, IT
Scandinavian chairs with teak frame and upholstered seat. They are distinguished by a slightly sloping backrest made of wooden slats.
The seat has been reupholstered in light-color...
Category
1960s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Set of 8 High Back 'Oxford' Chairs by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A set of eight swiveling armless high back "Oxford" chairs on five-point satin cast aluminum bases in vibrant mauve vintage upholstery.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Pair of Scandinavian Lounge Chairs – 1980s Oak Frames with Red Canvas Backs
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pair of armchairs, anonymous, France 1940s.
Oak and bast.
Loose back cushion upholstered in red wool.
Measurements:
H: 87,2 cm/ 34 1/4''
W: 67 cm/ 26 1/2''
D: 56 cm/ 22''
SH: 42 c...
Category
1940s French Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Wool, Oak
Set of 2 Harry Østergaard Model 61 Dining Chairs, Randers Møbelfabrik, Denmark
Located in Karis, Nyland
Fantastic pair of two dining chairs model 61 designed by Harry Østergaard and manufactured by Randers Mobelfabrik, Denmark, 1960s. The chairs have very nice characteristic, typical D...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Set of Four Chrome & Leather "Polar" Chairs by Esko Pajamies for Lepo Finn
Located in San Diego, CA
Set of four chrome and leather "Polar" chairs by Esko Pajamies for Lepo Finn, circa 1960s. This very rare set has been professionally re-chromed and re-upholstered in black leather...
Category
Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Pair of Easy Chairs in Oak, Woven Cane by Hans Wegner, 1949
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Pair of Easy Chairs in Oak, Woven Cane by Hans Wegner, 1949
Additional Information:
Material: Oak, woven cane
Style: Mid century, Scandinavian
Rare pair of easy chairs model CH-27
P...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Oak, Cane
Oxford' Chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A Scandinavian Modern 'Oxford' chair in beige upholstery with a low back on a cast aluminum five point base. Designed by Arne Jacobsen, made by Fritz Hansen, Denmark, 1965. Listed p...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
BAIA Red Chair by Kensaku Oshiro, Oak, Leather
By Kensaku Oshiro, DK3
Located in Paris, IDF
'Baia' chair designed by Kensaku Oshiro for DK3.
Steel, leather and walnut
Dimensions: H 70 x 55 x 48 cm
Model shown on main picture:
Frame: Red
Wood: Oak
Leather: Pelle
Frame:
...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Linea RMT3 Chair in Ash by Rudi Merz
By Rudi Merz
Located in Fiskars, FI
Linea RMT3 chair is designed by Rudi Merz in 2009. Its curved backrest enhances seating comfort. The seat is always upholstered, and the frame is from northern European ash. Wooden j...
Category
2010s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Ash
Suite de 6 chaises scandinaves vintage en teck et tissu bouclette des années 60
Located in BESANÇON, FR
6 chaises scandinaves vintage des années 60, en teck, assises rénovées en très joli tissu bouclette blanc, très bon état général avec des signes du temps qui passe sur le bois.
Ref 2...
Category
1960s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Teak
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
Rare Ilmari Tapiovaara Congo Lounge Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designed by Ilmari Tapiovaara, manufactured by Hagafors, Sweden. Solid wood construction with black lacquer. Newley upholstered in blue leather.
Two part knock down construction. Ne...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood
Set of 3 Danish Arne Hovmand Olsen Dining Chairs, 1950s
Located in Delft, NL
Set of 3 Danish Arne Hovmand Olsen dining chairs 1950’s.
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Teak
Walnut, Blue Velvet Modern Essex Chair
Located in New York, NY
The Essex Chair combines the natural beauty of walnut with the luxurious softness of velvet, creating a harmonious balance of sophisticated design and exceptional comfort. Inspired by...
Category
2010s Portuguese Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Suede, Wood, Walnut
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
Oak Arm Chair with Wenge Inlay by Hans J. Wegner for PP Mobler
Located in Sagaponack, NY
An oak armchair with wenge inlay detail to the C-shaped backrest with a paper cord seat.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Oak, Wenge
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
Additional Chairs by Mogens Koch for Rud. Rasmussen
By Mogens Koch
Located in Copenhagen, DK
A pair of additional chairs by Mogens Koch. Executed by Rud. Rasmussen.
Mahogany and black leather.
The reverse with paper labels ‘RUD. RASMUSSENS/SNEDKERIER/COPENHAGEN/DENMARK.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Seagull armrest chair 3208 by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, Denmark 1972.
Located in Haderslev, DK
iconic Seagull/Lily 3208 armrest chair fully original down to the rare orange lacquered wood.
Designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, Denmark 1968. This particular chair was pr...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Chrome
1950s Danish Leather High Back Lounge Chair
Located in Turners Falls, MA
Sculptural Danish Leather High Back Lounge Chair. Original black leather. Nailed head details. Beech wood legs. 1950’s. Denmark.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather
Contemporary Chair 'BAIA' by Kensaku Oshiro x DK3, Black Frame, Black Leather
By Kensaku Oshiro, DK3
Located in Paris, IDF
BAIA dining chair
Steel frame, wooden or upholstered backrest
Model shown on main image:
Frame: powder coated steel, black
Backrest: leather
Fabric: Pelle black
Dimensions:
H.74 x...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Lillemor Mannerheim, High-Back "Mona" Chairs, 6 Pcs, Nesto, Scandinavian Modern
Located in Stockholm, SE
Lillemor Mannerheim (1927-1994) Finland, artist and designer. She was one of the leading designers for Gefle, Rörstrand and Arabia in the 1950s-1980s. She studied at Higher Art Indus...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood
Danish Dining Chairs by Niels Kofoed for Koefoeds Hornslet, 1960s, Set of 6
Located in JOINVILLE-LE-PONT, FR
Scandinavian dining chairs. Superb lines and woodwork with a magnificent rosewood grain. Structures in solid wood and seats in black leatherette for very high quality comfort. Each c...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Faux Leather, Rosewood
Jørgen Christensens Set of Eight Dining Chairs in Cognac Leather and Oak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Jørgen Christensen, set of eight dining chairs, leather, oak, brass, Denmark, 1950s
Exclusive set of eight dining chairs designed by Danish designer and cabinetmaker Jørgen Christe...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Brass
Suite de 6 chaises scandinaves vintage en teck et skai des années 60
Located in BESANÇON, FR
6 chaises style scandinave vintage des années 60, en teck, joli travail des dossiers, assises en skai noir, très bon état général.
Ref 230 512
Hauteur : 80,5 cm
Largeur : 46 cm
Prof...
Category
1960s French Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Teak
Exceptional Solitary Chair: A Swedish Bellman, circa 1830
Located in Farsta, SE
Exceptional Solitary Chair: A Swedish Bellman, circa 1830
This chair has an abundance of patina and character, with a worn look that is truly extraordinary.
Time has beautifully ca...
Category
Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Birch
Contemporary Chair 'Boho' by Ann Demeulemeester, Lilac Beech (in stock)
Located in Paris, IDF
Sculptural Chair 'Boho' designed by Ann Demeulemeester for Serax.
Solid beech wood
Stain: Lilac
The 'Boho' chair by Ann Demeulemeester redefines modern design with its bold, sculp...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Beech
Three Paper Knife Chairs by Kai Kristiansen for Magnus Olesen, Denmark, 1960s
Located in Hellouw, NL
Set of three paper knife chairs, model 121, by Kai Kristiansen for Magnus Olesen from Denmark 1960s. These chairs in teak have a trul...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Teak, Fabric
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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