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
1970's Ilmari Tapiovaara ''Tapiolina'' Chairs
Located in Madrid, ES
Pair of ash wood ‘’Tapiolina’’ chairs by the Finish designer Ilmari Tapiovaara for Fratelli Montina. Italy, 1970s.
Ilmari Tapiovaara’s work is characterized by the most radical functionalism. He studied in Helsinki fine Arts School and by working with Aalto (whose influence is present in all of his work) and Le Corbusier, He learned how to produce Beautiful and Fair designed...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Ash
Scandinavian Modern Set of Six Dining Room Chairs in Teak from the 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
Set of six dining room chairs in teak and upholstered with light fabric, of Danish design manufactured by Farstrup Furniture in the 1960s. T...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Scandinavian Modern Pinewood Bar Stools, 1970's
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Set of four pinewood bar stools in the style of Rainer Daumiller. Traces of use consistent with age and use.
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Pine
Set of Four Scandinavian Chairs - Teak, Ca 1960
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Beautiful set of four Scandinavian teak chairs. Work from the 1960s. The four legs are slightly oblique and are joined by crosspieces. The backrest is perforated and slightly concave...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Teak
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
Pair of “Lufthavns Stole” Chairs by Ditte Heath and Adrian Heath, Denmark, 1969
Located in Utrecht, NL
This pair of armchairs from the “Series 186” is also known as the “Lufthavns-stole” (Airport chairs). The model was designed in 1969 for Cado Collection.
The aluminium frame is without a doubt the most dominant feature of these chairs. The sturdy frame is injection-moulded and polished to resist tear and wear. The overall look, with the exposed bolts and material recalls the modern industrial style. This is softened by the padded seats and backs that are upholstered in black leather, completing the elegant, modern look.
Functionality was evidently in the focus when designing the “186” series, which comprises of seven different parts that can be used in different combinations. The variety of modules enables them to fit into any space. These “Airport Chairs” are often claimed to be made by France & Son, however, in 1966 the company was sold to Poul Cadovius, thereafter known as Cado.
Condition:
In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. Reupholstered with black leather. Each of our items can be re-upholstered by our in-house atelier in a fabric of choice.
Dimensions:
25.39 in W x 30.90 in D x 29.72 in H; Seat Height 15.35 in
64,5 cm W x 78,5 cm D x 75,5 cm H ; Seat height 39 cm
About the designer:
Adrian Heath (1923-) is an architect who studied at The School of Architecture in London (1951) and was subsequently employed by Hvidt & Molgaard. Ditte...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
J110 Chair, Black by Poul M. Volther for Hay
By Poul Volther
Located in Dubai, AE
With the comfort of a lounge chair and the functionality of a dining chair by Poul M. Volther’s J110 chair offers equal measures of strong aesthetics and practicality. Long rods at t...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Latvian Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Beech
Erik Bertil Karlén Curved Easy Chair for Firma Rumsinteriör, Sweden 1940s
Located in Utrecht, NL
The dark wood, the beautiful upholstery, and Erik Bertil Karlén’s timeless design makes this rare easy chair a beautiful representation of Swedish m...
Category
1940s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Baia Green Chair by Kensaku Oshiro, Walnut, Leather
By DK3, Kensaku Oshiro
Located in Paris, FR
Baia chair
Steel, leather and walnut
Dimensions: H 70 x 55 x 48 cm
Frame:
– Red
– Green
– Black
Wood:
– Oak
– Smoked oak
– Black lacquered o...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Set of five chrome and leather dining chairs by Aryform, Sweden 1970's
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Stackable metal dining chairs with black leather upholstery. Manufactured by Aryform, Sweden.
The design reminds us of the designs of Le Corbusier or Poul Kjaerholm.
The chairs have ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
PK 9 Tulip Chair by Poul Kjærholm
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Poul Kjærholm PK 9 - 'Tulip' chair in patinated natural leather with steel frame. E. Kold Christensen.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather
J104 Chair J Series , Black , Design by Jørgen Bækmark, for Hay
Located in Dubai, AE
Jørgen Bækmark’s J104 chair was designed as a cross between a dining chair and an easy chair,
HAY’s reproduction of this classic is crafted in solid beech with black color finish
...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Latvian Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Beech, Plywood
Danish Modern, Organic Wooden Hand Crafted Wabi Sabi Tripod Stool, 1960s
Located in Odense, DK
Decorativ Scandinavian wooden tripod stool with bark seat.
This wabi sabi stool will fit in many types of home decors. Modern, Scandinavian or an Art Deco interior style.
A be...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Birch
Eric Merthen Style Scandinavian Modern Sweden Velvet Armchair, 1960s
By Eric Merthen
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Armchair in walnut-stained beech, in the style of Eric Merthen, Sweden in the 1960s, the armchair has been restored and re-upholstered in light blue velvet.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Beech, Velvet
Pair of White Swedish Horseshoe Back Armchairs, Sweden, C. 1964
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of generous white Swedish horseshoe back armchairs, Sweden, c. 1964
Measures: H: 29.25, W: 29.5, D: 24.75 in.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Beech
Congo Chair in Birch by Ilmari Tapiovaara for Asko, Finland, 1960s
Located in Hellouw, NL
Nice Congo chair in Birch by Ilmari Tapiovaara for Asko 1960s. This smart construction consists of two parts that are put together without any screws and can be easily shipped or sto...
Category
1960s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Birch
Scandinanvian Modern Lounge Chair in Boucle, Denmark 1960's
By Nanna Ditzel
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Scandinavian modern lounge chair, re-upholstered in beige boucle fabric and teak legs. In the style of Nanna Ditzel
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Bouclé, Teak
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
Table Height Sculptural Chair Stool w Backrest Black Smoke Metal & Black Leather
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The Hug contemporary table stool with backrest is designed and conceived with a light aesthetic, the slight oscillation of the steel rod of 12 mm is complemented by the flexibility o...
Category
2010s Spanish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Set of Four Chairs by Lars W. Schlyter for Slöjdföreningens Skola
Located in Borås, SE
c. 1929
Leather upholstery, Macassar Ebony.
Designed by Lars W. Schlyter for Slöjdföreningens School in Gothenburg, Sweden for the Stockholm Exhibition 1930.
H 90 cm/35,4 in. x SH...
Category
1920s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Macassar
Mid-Century Modern Danish Set of 6 Dining Chairs in Rosewood by Andersen
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mid-Century Modern Danish set of 6 dining chairs in rosewood by Johannes Andersen Modekl 94. Newly reupholstered with black full grain leather.
Category
1960s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Slide Chair
Located in Vandoma, PT
The combination of the black base of its pieces and oak veneer geometric patterns, give this collection a modern, elegant and timeless character.
Modern and widely customizable wi...
Category
2010s Portuguese Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Iron
Jacob Kjaer set of 6 dining chairs Oak and original Niger leather, 1930's
By Jacob Kjaer
Located in Uccle, BE
Set of 6 Oak chairs with original patinated Niger leather.
Jacob Kjær (1896–1957) was a Danish furniture designer and cabinetmaker.
Kjær received training as a cabinetmaker in the workshop of his father who was also a furniture maker. After completing his training in Berlin and Paris, he exhibited works at the Barcelona World Exhibition in 1929. Characterized by simplicity, his designs drew on the finest materials which, unusually for his day, he crafted himself. Inspired by classical English Style, his clean, graceful designs are modern in interpretation. He did much to enhance the reputation of the Danish furniture industry as president of the Cabinetmakers Guild from 1952 to 1957 and of the Arts and Crafts Committee for Exports from 1944 to 1957.
One of his most notable works is the FN Chair...
Category
Early 20th Century European Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
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
Kai Kristiansen, a Set of Four 'Z-Chair' Chairs, Denmark, 1960's
Located in Los Gatos, CA
Kai Kristiansen, A set of four 'Z-chair' chairs, Denmark, 1960s.
The seat and backrest are upholstered with green fabric. Seat height 46 cm, height 75 cm.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Oak
Set of Niels Koefoed Dining Chairs, Model "Lis", 1960s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Set of Niels Koefoed dining chairs made in solid smoked oak.
New upholstered in tan aniline leather.
Model Lis, made by Niels Koefoeds Møbelfabrik Horn...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Oak, Leather
Hans J. Wegner Set of Four 'Sawbuck' Dining Chairs in Oak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen & Søn, set of four 'Sawbuck' CH29 chairs, oak, Denmark, 1952.
This set of four chairs is designed by Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen. The chairs are de...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Oak
Arne Jacobsen Dining Chair, Model ''Syveren'' 3107, Mokka Aniline Leather
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Arne Jacobsen dining chair new upholstered with Mokka aniline leather.
Base of powder coated steel tube.
Model 3107 Syveren, made by Fritz Hansen.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather
'Hippo' Chair by Norr11, Black Oak, Spectrum Leather, Mineral
Located in Paris, FR
Hippo chair
Signed by Kristian Sofus Hansen and Tommy Hyldahl for Norr11.
Model shown on the picture:
Wood: Black Oak
Fabric: Spectrum/Noir Leather Miner...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
Swedish Modern Armchair in the Style of Axel Einar Hjorth, 1930s
Located in Odense, DK
Sculptural armchair made in beech. Strong references to Swedish architect Axel Einar Hjorth.
It is Axel Einar Hjorths dedication of Art Deco and Modernist aesthetics that make his...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Beech
Peter Hvidt: Armchair of Rosewood and Black Leather circa 1955
Located in London, GB
Easy chair with Brazilian rosewood frame. Seat, sides and button fitted back upholstered with black leather. Made by cabinetmaker Thorald Madsen.
Literature: Grete Jalk [ed.]: “40...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Rosewood
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
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
1950s Vintage Bruno Mathsson Easy Chair
Located in Los Gatos, CA
Among the earliest of Bruno Mathsson's designs is this rare model 36 easy chair upholstered with a linen head rest.
Measures: 79 cm H x 173 cm W x 79 cm D.
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Beech
Teak "Cow Horn" Chair by Knud Færch for Slagelse Møbelværk, Denmark, 1950s
By Knud Faerch
Located in San Francisco, CA
A teak "Cow Horn" chair by Knud Færch for Slagelse Møbelværk.
Beautiful patina on the wood.
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
Timeless Oiled Walnut Drawn HM3 Chair, by Hvidt & Mølgaard for &Tradition
Located in Dubai, AE
The 1956 Drawn chair by Hvidt & Mølgaard stands out as a definitive piece of Danish design.
Relying upon traditional craftsmanship techniques and built ou...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Papercord, Walnut
Finn Juhl NV-45 Teak Armchair for Niels Vodder
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Finn Juhl all original NV45 armchair. Black leather with it's original black suede seat cushion. Often said the most beautiful chair ever designed and probably Juhl's masterpiece! Ch...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
Pr. Wegner Hansen Peacock Chairs
Located in New York, NY
Iconic pair of Danish Modern masterpieces, Peacock Chairs, designed by Has Wegner made by Johannes Hansen, Copenhagen Denmark, circa 1960's. Constructed of Ash, and Teak, with origin...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Ash, Teak
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
Hans Brattrud 'Scandia' Lounge Chair, Norway, 1960
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A chair from the Scandia series, designed by Norwegian designer Hans Brattrud in 1957 and produced by Hove Mobler in midcentury, circa 1960.
The chair is made of a chromed steel bas...
Category
1950s Norwegian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Chrome
BAIA Red Chair by Kensaku Oshiro, Oak, Leather
By Kensaku Oshiro, DK3
Located in Paris, FR
BAIA chair
Steel, leather and oak
Dimensions: H 70 x 55 x 48 cm
Frame:
– Red
– Green
– Black
Wood:
– Oak
– Smoked oak
– Black lacquered oak
...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Set of Six Dining Chairs "Model EVA" by Niels Kofoed, Denmark, 1960s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Beautiful set of six teak side chairs, model EVA designed by Niels Kofoed and manufactured by Hornslet Møbelfabrik, Denmark. Vintage comfortable wooden dining chair set in original p...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Pair of Danish Modern Lounge Chairs by Poul Volther for Frem Rolje
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional pair of mid century Danish modern lounge chairs designed by Poull Volther for Frem Role circa 1950's. These chairs are in very fine, original condition, showing only mino...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
Fritz Hansen Lounge Chair Model #1672
By Fritz Hansen
Located in San Francisco, CA
Fritz Hansen lounge chair model #1672
A large scale lounge chair by Fritz Hansen upholstered in a luxurious red velvet with corded trim on bl...
Category
1930s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Oak
1970s Peter Hvidt & Orla Mölgaard ''Ax'' Chairs
Located in Madrid, ES
“Ax” chairs designed by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mölgaard and manufactured by Fritz Hansen. Features a “X” shape frame in solid beech wood in its original condition...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Beech
Ten Rosewood Danish Modern Dining Chairs, Blue Fabric, Labels on Several Chairs
Located in Kansas City, MO
Set of 10 Danish modern dining chairs in Brazilian rosewood and new blue upholstery. Some slight wear in the form of small nicks and dents in the chair frames but no significant dist...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Rosewood
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
Danish Cabinetmaker Curved Easy Chair, Denmark ca 1940s
Located in Utrecht, NL
This beautiful easy chair is the Danish interpretation of the classic British upholstered seating style, the Chesterfield. Considering its structural, material and visual qualities, ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Betty Chair TK3 with Black Aniline Leather by Thau & Kallio for &tradition
Located in Dubai, AE
Named after the Betty Nansen theatre in Copenhagen, this chair boasts an exceptionally durable construction. Crafted from solid oak, with an upholstered seat, its simple design promi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Ash
Seminar KVT1 Solid Ash Chair by Kari Virtanen
Located in Fiskars, FI
Seminar KVT1 is an archetype of a solid wooden Ostrobothnian chair, with light and well-proportioned structures. It was originally developed as a model ...
Category
2010s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Ash
BAIA Black Chair by Kensaku Oshiro, Oak, Leather
By DK3, Kensaku Oshiro
Located in Paris, FR
BAIA chair
Steel, leather and oak
Dimensions: H 70 x 55 x 48 cm
Frame:
– Red
– Green
– Black
Wood:
– Oak
– Smoked oak
– Black lacquered oak
...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Voitto Haapalainen deigned Prisma Lounge chair for Tehokaluste OY
Located in New York, NY
A large Voitto Haapalainen designed, 'Prisma' lounge chair for Tehokaluste Oy, Finland 1972. Newly upholstered, the chair swivels on a polished hexagonal steel base.
This lounge ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Niels Otto Møller "Model 67" Chair for J. L. Møllers Møbelfabrik, Denmark, 1960s
Located in Utrecht, NL
In 1944, Niels Otto Møller founded J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik in Denmark, a company that has received many awards, including the Danish Furniture Prize in 1974 and 1981. Møller is an important representative of Danish postwar design and had always been committed to excellence and the use of the finest materials.
Clean, simple designs and the quality of materials and workmanship are why Nordic design is timeless. This “model 67” chair...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Papercord, Wood
Scandinavian Modern Carl-Gustaf Hjort Af Ornäs Trienna Lounge Chair
Located in Kramfors, SE
Easy chair Trienna by Carl-Gustaf Hjort af Ornäs. The model is called Trienna and is made by Hiort Tuote, Puunveisto Oy Träsnideri AB during the mid 20th century. The chair has a fra...
Category
Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
Trinidad Teak Dining Chairs by Nanna Ditzel 1990s Set of 4
Located in Asaa, DK
Trinidad teak dining chairs by Nanna Ditzel for Fredericia Stolefabrik Denmark 1990s
When designing the Trinidad Chair Model 3298 in 199...
Category
1990s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
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
Walnut, Blue Velvet Modern Essex Arm Chair
Located in New York, NY
A sleek chair with an artistic appeal, that was inspired by the architecture of New York City buildings in this case The Essex Building in Central Park sou...
Category
2010s Portuguese Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Suede, Wood, Walnut
Frits Henningsen, Lounge Chair
Located in San Francisco, CA
A rare easy chair of leather and mahogany with nail head trim. Designed by Frits Henningsen. Reupholstered in soft red leather and refinished mahogany with brass nail-heads.
Category
1930s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Brass
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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Ornately Carved Chairs
Red Patterned Chair
Mid Century Wood Square Chairs