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
Contemporary 'Elelphant' Bar Chair by Norr11, Black Oak
Located in Paris, IDF
Elephant Bar Chair
Signed by Rune Krøjgaard & Knut Bendik Humlevik for Norr11.
Dimensions: H. 101 cm x W. 46 cm x 52 cm SH. 65 cm
Model shown on the picture:
Wood: Black oak
Wood types available: natural oak / light smoked oak / dark smoked oak / black oak
The Elephant series, designed by Kristian Sofus Hansen and Tommy Hyldahl, is a modern interpretation of Scandinavian minimalism combined with Japanese aesthetics.
With a gently curved back with the same soft curve as the Elephant series and a sculptural wood base, the Elephant Bar Chair takes comfort to a higher level. Solely water-based laquers are used for all wooden products...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Oak
'Hippo' Chair by Norr11, Natural Oak, Brussels Velvet, Olive Green
Located in Paris, IDF
Hippo chair.
Signed by Kristian Sofus Hansen and Tommy Hyldahl for Norr11.
Model shown on the picture:
Wood: natural oak.
Fabric: brussels velvet olive green 751.
Wood type...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Oak
Contemporary 'Mammoth' Chair by Norr11, Light Smoked Oak, Barnum Bouclé 24
By Norr11, Rune Krøjgaard
Located in Paris, IDF
Mammoth chair
Signed by Rune Krøjgaard & Knut Bendik Humlevik for Norr11.
Model shown on the picture:
Wood: Light Smoked oak
Fabric: Barnum Bouclé 24
Wood types available: natural...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Oak, Bouclé
Flicka Dining and Occasional Chair in Oiled Walnut by Brooke M. Davis for Wooda
By Brooke M. Davis
Located in Omro, WI
The Flicka chair by Brooke M. Davis for Wooda is an engaging exploration of form and function with a design that exudes personality and captivates the imagination. Crafted from maple...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Hardwood, Walnut
Teak Side Chair by Tove & Edvard Kindt-Larsen for Gustav Bertelsen, 1950
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A Mid-Century Modern teak side chair / dining chair designed by by Tove & Edvard Kindt-Larsen. The design features a broad splat in the centre of the chair back and a leather upholst...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Teak
Arne Jacobsen Dining Chair
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Arne Jacobsen dining chair new upholstered with cognac pure aniline leather.
Base of chrome steel tube.
Model 3107 Syveren, made by Fritz Hansen.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather
Kaare Klint ‘The Red Chair’ Model 3949 Chairs by Rud Rasmussen
Located in Dronten, NL
Rare early matching set of four Kaare Klint "Red Chair" chairs in oak, red naugahyde and brass nails.
Executed by Rud Rasmussen, circa 1936, in amazing all original condition.
Four c...
Category
1930s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Naugahyde, Oak
Contemporary Set 'Mammoth', Chair + Ottoman, Light Smoked Oak, Barnum Bouclé 7
By Norr11, Rune Krøjgaard
Located in Paris, IDF
Mammoth chair + ottoman
Signed by Rune Krøjgaard & Knut Bendik Humlevik for Norr11.
Dimensions:
- Chair: W 89 cm / D 87 cm / H 104 cm / SH 35,5 cm
- Ottoman: W 61,5 cm / D 53 ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Bouclé, Oak
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.
New shell and base reup...
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
Pair of Mid-Century Easy Chairs by Engen, Örkelljunga, Sweden, 1960s
Located in Karis, Nyland
These mid-century easy chairs by Engens Möbelfabriker in Sweden were designed to be easy to move around. These chairs are not only easy to move around; they are also beautiful in the...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Beech
Pair of Easy Chairs in Teak & Reupholstered in Kvadrat Fabric by Finn Juhl, 1956
By Finn Juhl
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Pair of Easy Chairs in Teak and Newly Reupholstered in Kvadrat™ Fabric by Finn Juhl, 1956
Additional Information:
Material: Teak, and newly reupholstered in Kvadrat™ fabric
Rare pai...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Teak, Fabric
Vintage Pair of Yngve Ekstrom Circle Chairs Reupholstered in Zebra Hide
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
With colleagues like Aalto, Mathsson, Jacobsen and Kjaerholm, Yngve Ekström was part of the post-war modern movement that made the concept “Scandinavian Modern” world-famous. This is a very nice pair of white lacquered circle chairs designed by Ekstrom for Swedese, circa 1960. Fully restored and reupholstered in zebra hide, the timeless design would fit any modern design interior.
Measure: 26in W x 24in D x 28in H x 17in SH.
The Art of One of A Kind Furniture - Forsyth travels the world in search of breathtaking designs from auction houses, antique shops, and private collections. An amazing transformation begins when a collected piece arrives at the Forsyth studio. Old world furniture...
Category
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Zebra Hide
Set of 8 Dining Chairs in Rosewood and Woven Cane by Steffan Syrach-Larsen, 1960
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Set of 8 Dining Chairs in Solid Rosewood and Woven Cane by Steffan Syrach-Larsen, 1960
Additional Information:
Material: Solid rosewood and woven cane
Style: Mid century, Scandinavi...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Rosewood, Cane
Contemporary Set 'Mammoth'', Chair + Ottoman, Dark Smoked Oak, Barnum Bouclé
By Norr11, Rune Krøjgaard
Located in Paris, IDF
Mammoth chair + ottoman
Signed by Rune Krøjgaard & Knut Bendik Humlevik for Norr11.
Dimensions:
- Chair: W 89 cm / D 87 cm / H 104 cm / SH 35,5 cm
- Ottoman: W 61,5 cm / D 53 ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Bouclé, Oak
2021 BA001S Preludia Wood Chair by Brad Ascalon for Carl Hansen in Oak & Fabric
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a BA001S Preludia Wood Chair, designed by Brad Ascalon and produced by Carl Hansen & Son in Denmark. The chair is made with an ebonized oak/beech frame and purple ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Beech, Oak, Fabric
Post Modern Folding Chair by Niels Gammelgaard for Ikea, 1980’s
Located in Delft, NL
Post modern folding chair by Niels Gammelgaard for Ikea, 1980’s.
Category
1980s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
Set of 3 chairs "grand prix" of Arne Jacobsen in teak
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Set of 3 “grand prix” teak chairs. Edition dated November 1972. Very beautiful patina.
The Gand Prix chair, or "3130" was designed by Arne Jacobsen and presented at the "Designers' ...
Category
1970s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Teak
Scandinavian Modern Chair 'Lavitta' by Poiat, Oak
By Poiat
Located in Paris, IDF
Lavitta Chair by Poiat
Designers: Timo Mikkonen & Antti Rouhunkoski
Collection Lavitta 2014
Model shown: Wood stain - Oak
Dimensions: D. 52 x W. 53 x H. 81
The Lavitta Chair is a modern classic that focuses on the sophisticated union of traditional wooden furniture with contemporary design.
Designed by Timo Mikkonen & Antti Rouhunkoski of Poiat Studio in 2014 as the first product for Poiat Furniture, the chairs are made of two pieces of moulded plywood...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Oak
Pair of Lounge Chairs by Carl Gustaf Hiort Af Ornäs, Finland
Located in Stockholm, Stockholms län
Rare pair of Scandinavian Modern lounge chairs, model “Lehti” (leaf) designed by Carl Gustaf Hiort af Ornäs. Manufactured by Puunveisto Oy - Träsnideri in Finland during the 1950s.
...
Category
Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
Set of Four Chairs, Arttu Brummer for Helsinki University, 1940s
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Set of four gorgeous chairs designed by Arttu Brummer for Helsinki Univeristy. Restored beech frame with upholstered sheepskin seats. Great vintage condition, patina consistent with ...
Category
1940s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Beech
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
Hans J. Wegner Lufthavnsstole Model AP38, black leather
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner lufthavnsttole designed for Kastrup Airport. Upholstered with black leather.
Base and sides in steel.
Model AP38, made by AP stolen.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather
'Hippo' Chair by Norr11, Light Smoked Oak, Spectrum Leather, Mineral
Located in Paris, IDF
Hippo chair
Signed by Kristian Sofus Hansen and Tommy Hyldahl for Norr11.
Model shown on the picture:
Wood: light smoked oak
Fabric: Spectrum / Noir Leather Mineral 30160
W...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
Swedish 1970s Pine Ladder back Chairs with Rope woven seats -- Pair
Located in Basel, BS
Beautiful pair of Swedish Pine wood 1970s Ladder back rope chairs. The wood grain is fantastic throughout all chairs. The woven rope is beaut...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Rope, Pine
Eight Restored Erik Buch Rosewood Dining Chairs Including Custom Reupholstery
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of six Erik Buch dining chairs made by Anderstrup Møbelfabrik.
The chairs are made in bubinga wood also known as African rosewood and feature a solid wooden frame and are as a...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood
Contemporary Set 'Mammoth', Chair + Ottoman, Black, Dunes Leather
By Norr11, Rune Krøjgaard
Located in Paris, IDF
Mammoth chair + ottoman
Signed by Rune Krøjgaard & Knut Bendik Humlevik for Norr11.
Dimensions:
- Chair: W 89 cm / D 87 cm / H 104 cm / SH 35,5 cm
- Ottoman: W 61,5 cm / D 53 ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Oak, Leather
Contemporary Totem Chair by Norr11, Natural Oak, Leather Back (Terra Lime)
Located in Paris, IDF
Totem Chair
Signed by Kristian Sofus Hansen and Tommy Hyldahl for Norr11.
Model shown on the main picture:
Wood: Natural Oak
Back: Leather, Sorrenson (Terra Lime)
Chair
W 46 cm...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Latvian Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
Scandinavian Modern Chair 'Lavitta' by Poiat, Black Oak
By Poiat
Located in Paris, IDF
Lavitta chair by Poiat
Designers: Timo Mikkonen & Antti Rouhunkoski
Collection Lavitta
Model shown: wood stain - black oak
Dimensions: D. 52 x W. 53 x...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Oak
French Designer Handcrafted Round Stools in Wood, by E. Gizard Paris, pack of 2
By Éric Gizard
Located in Landivy, FR
Pair of 2 round stools in solid Ash wood
Diameter: 40 cm / 15.75''
Weight: 5 kg / 11 lbs each
Displaid price is for 2 stools
Mon Petit Meuble Français provides exclusively 10...
Category
2010s European Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood, Ash
Set of Four Side Chairs by Börge Lindau, 1980s
By Borge Lindau
Located in Lejre, DK
Set of four side chairs, in ash wood, leather and chrome frame. Designed by Börge Lindau for Blå Station. Original condition.
Category
1980s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Contemporary Totem Chair by Norr11, Dark Smoked Oak, Leather Back and Seat
Located in Paris, IDF
Totem Chair
Signed by Kristian Sofus Hansen and Tommy Hyldahl for Norr11.
Model shown on the main picture:
Wood: Dark Smoked Oak
Back: Leather, Sorrenson (Terra Lime)
Seat: Leat...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Latvian Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
Set of 7-Mid -20th Century4/40 Stackable Dining Chairs by David Rowland for Howe
Located in Beirut, LB
David Rowland's 4/40 dining chairs are very comfortable and have been awarded many design awards.
The chairs are stackable, made with metal wire chrome frame and metal sculpted seat and back in blue upholstery fabric...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Poul Henningsen, Pair of Foldable Theatre Chairs for the Betty Nansen Theatre, 1
Located in Uppsala, SE
Rare pair of foldable theatre chairs designed by Poul Henningsen in 1957 for the renovation of the Betty Nansen Theatre (earlier The Young Theatre) in Copenhagen and made by Andreas Christensen...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal, Brass
Set of 12 Dining Chairs in Rosewood by Niels Kofoed, 1961
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Set of 12 Dining Chairs in Rosewood and Reupholstered in Gabriel Savak Plain (by Tove Kindt Larsen) by Niels Kofoed, 1961
Additional Information:
Material: Rosewood and reupholstere...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Rosewood, Wool
Contemporary Totem Chair by Norr11, Light Smoked Oak, Leather Back and Seat
Located in Paris, IDF
Totem Chair
Signed by Kristian Sofus Hansen and Tommy Hyldahl for Norr11.
Model shown on the main picture:
Wood: Light Smoked Oak
Back: Leather, Sorrenson (Terra Lime)
Seat: Lea...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Latvian Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
Contemporary Set 'Mammoth', Chair + Ottoman, Light Smoked Oak, Barnum Bouclé 19
By Rune Krøjgaard, Norr11
Located in Paris, IDF
Mammoth chair + ottoman
Signed by Rune Krøjgaard & Knut Bendik Humlevik for Norr11.
Dimensions:
- Chair: W 89 cm / D 87 cm / H 104 cm / SH 35,5 cm
- Ottoman: W 61,5 cm / D 53 ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Bouclé, Oak
Poul Kjærholm 'PK9' Dining Chair for Fritz Hansen in Aura Leather
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Kjærholm 'PK9' Dining Chair for Fritz Hansen in Aura Leather.
Established in 1872, Fritz Hansen has become synonymous with legendary Danish design. Combining timeless craftsman...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Chairs by Peter Hvidt
Located in Brescia, IT
Set of 6 chairs model 316, designed by Peter Hvidt & Olga Mølgaard - Nielsen. Produced in Denmark between the 1950s and 1960s by Søborg Møbelfabrik.
Elegance and functionality meet...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Contemporary Leather Chair 'Mammoth' by Norr11, Dark Smoked Oak
By Rune Krøjgaard, Norr11
Located in Paris, IDF
Mammoth chair
Signed by Rune Krøjgaard & Knut Bendik Humlevik for Norr11.
Model shown on the picture:
Wood: Dark Smoked oak
Fabric: Dunes Dark Brown 21001
Wood types availa...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Oak, Leather
Contemporary Totem Chair by Norr11, Dark Smoked Oak, Leather Back (Terra Lime)
Located in Paris, IDF
Totem Chair
Signed by Kristian Sofus Hansen and Tommy Hyldahl for Norr11.
Model shown on the main picture:
Wood: Dark Smoked Oak
Back: Leather, Sorrenson (Terra Lime)
Chair
W 4...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Latvian Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
1970s Rud Thygesen, Johnny Sorensen Set of Eight Armchairs - Inc. Reupholstery
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of eight stackable laminated oak conference armchairs designed by Rud Thygesen and Johnny Sørensen for Magnus Olesen in 1975.
The conference chairs are very comfortable in use ...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Oak
Erik Buch Dining Chairs Model OD-49 by Oddense Maskinsnedkeri in Denmark
By Erik Buch
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare set of six dining chairs model OD-49 designed by Erik Buck. Produced by Oddense maskinsnedkeri A/S in Denmark.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Rosewood
'Hippo' Chair by Norr11, Light Smoked Oak, Dunes Leather Anthrazite
Located in Paris, IDF
HIPPO Chair
Signed by Kristian Sofus Hansen and Tommy Hyldahl for Norr11.
Model shown on the picture:
Wood: light smoked oak.
Fabric: Dunes Leather Anthrazite 21003.
Wood t...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
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
Contemporary Totem Chair by Norr11, Black Oak, Leather Back and Seat
Located in Paris, IDF
Totem Chair
Signed by Kristian Sofus Hansen and Tommy Hyldahl for Norr11.
Model shown on the main picture:
Wood: Black Oak
Back: Leather, Sorrenson (Terra Lime...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Latvian Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
BAIA Black Chair by Kensaku Oshiro, Oak, Leather
By DK3, Kensaku Oshiro
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: Black
Wood: Oak
Leather: Pelle
Frame:...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Arm chair in elm and leather with exquisite patina by Arne Wahl Iversen, 1960s
Located in Hägersten, SE
Arm chair model St-750 designed by Arne Wahl Iversen. Produced in Denmark by Danish cabinetmaker during the 1960s. Made from solid elm wood with oil finish. Seat with patinated leath...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Elm
Contemporary Totem Chair by Norr11, Light Smoked Oak, Leather Back (Terra Lime)
Located in Paris, IDF
Totem Chair
Signed by Kristian Sofus Hansen and Tommy Hyldahl for Norr11.
Model shown on the main picture:
Wood: Light Smoked Oak
Back: Leather, Sorrenson (Terra Lime)
Chair
W ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Latvian Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
Lounge Chair by Langlos Fabrikker AS Stranda Norway for Westnofa
Located in New York, NY
Rare example, high back lounge chair, made by P.I. Langlos Fabrikker AS Stranda Norway Westnofa. Solid teak frame supports tweed upholstered continuous seat and back. Arm height 20 i...
Category
Mid-20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
Bokken Chair Beech Wood Upholstered with Yellow Fine Italian Velvet
Located in Milan, Lombardy
Bokken upholstered chair in black stained beechwood, silver leaf backrest and padded seat covered with a top quality Rubelli velvet. Pure Italian quality!
An essential chair in the ...
Category
2010s European Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Beech
Set of 6 In Between Sk2 Chair-Black Lacquered Oak&Noble Black Leather-&Tradition
Located in Dubai, AE
Inspired by the Scandinavian heritage of design and furniture craftmanship, In Between is a result of Sami Kallio’s solid grounding in traditional wood- working techniques and his ey...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Latvian Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
Vintage Swedish Wooden Black Rocking Chair Grandessa by Lena Larsson for Nesto
By Nesto, Lena Larsson
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This Grandessa rocking chair was designed by Lena Larsson for the Swedish Nesto manufacture during the 1960s. The armchair is made of beech wood. It has been finished with black varn...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Beech
Werner West, Hugging Chair, Wilhelm Schauman Ltd, 1940s
By Werner West
Located in Uppsala, SE
A so called hugging chair designed by Finish designer Werner West in the 1940s and manufactured by Wilhelm Schauman in the town Jyväskyle in the middl...
Category
Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Faux Leather, Birch
Vintage Scandinavian Chairs Bengt Ruda
By Bengt Ruda
Located in Brescia, IT
Set of 4 chairs model "Carmen" designed by Bengt Ruda in the 1960s/70s is a perfect example of Scandinavian design. The wooden frame features clean, understated lines with armrests t...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
'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
Børge Mogensen Four Armchairs for Fredericia Furniture
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Børge Mogensen four armchairs of oak and natural leather. Executed by Fredericia Furniture.
Category
1980s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
Poul Volther Danish Oak Lounge Chair
Located in Oakland, CA
Danish lounge designed by Poul Volther crafted of a solid white oak frame, newly upholstered in a teal wool fabric. Finely restored in a excellent condition.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Wool, Oak
Set of Two Dining Room Chairs in the Style of Arne Vodder
By Arne Vodder
Located in Vienna, AT
Pair of high-backed slatted chairs from the 1960s. Filigree construction made of solid wood, probably teak, upholstered seat made of plywood with covers made of light-colored fabric....
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Teak
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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