Scandinavian Modern Chairs
SCANDINAVIAN MODERN STYLE
Scandinavian modernism is perhaps the warmest and most organic iteration of modernist design. The work of the designers associated with vintage Scandinavian modern furniture was founded on centuries-old beliefs in both quality craftsmanship and the ideal that beauty should enhance even the humblest accessories of daily life.
ORIGINS OF SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Emerged in the 1930s
- Scandinavian design and Nordic design originated primarily in Denmark, Sweden, Finland, Iceland and Norway
- Introduced in the United States in mid-20th century
- Informed by the Bauhaus; influenced American mid-century modernism
CHARACTERISTICS OF SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Bold, clean lines and simple, sturdy symmetries
- Use of natural materials — native woods such as pine, ash and beech
- Open, airy spaces
- Promotion of functionality
- Emphasis on craftsmanship; rooted in cabinetry profession and traditional construction techniques
- Minimal ornamentation (little to no embellishment)
- A neutral or light color palette owing to prominence of light woods
SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
- Alvar Aalto
- Hans Wegner
- Kaare Klint
- Arne Jacobsen
- Greta Magnusson Grossman
- Finn Juhl
- Arne Vodder
- Verner Panton
ICONIC SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
VINTAGE SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS
The gentle, organic contours that are typical of Scandinavian design appear in the furnishings and decor created by Danish, Finnish and Swedish designers not as a stylistic gesture, but rather as a practical, ergonomic — and, as importantly, elegant — response to the human form.
Each nation produced exceptional talents in all areas of the applied arts, yet each had its forté. Sweden was home to Greta Magnusson Grossman and Bruno Mathsson — creators of the classic Grasshopper lighting series and Berlin daybed, respectively — but the country excelled most notably at ceramics. In the 1920s at the great Gustavsberg porcelain manufactory, Wilhelm Kåge introduced pieces in the Scandinavian style based on influences from folklore to Cubism; his skills were passed on to his versatile and inspired pupils Berndt Friberg and Stig Lindberg.
Likewise, Finland produced a truly ingenious Scandinavian modern furniture designer in the architect Alvar Aalto, a master at melding function and artistic form in works like the Paimio chair, created in collaboration with his first wife, Aino. Yet Finnish glassware was pre-eminent, crafted in expressive, sculptural designs by Tapio Wirkkala and Timo Sarpaneva.
The Danes excelled at chairs. Hans Wegner and Arne Jacobsen were exemplars of the country’s facility with wood, particularly teak.
Wegner created such iconic pieces as the Round chair and the Wishbone chair; Jacobsen — while the revolutionary architect and furniture innovator produced the best-selling plywood Ant chair — designed two classic upholstered pieces of the 1950s: the Swan chair and Egg chair. The list of great Danes could go on and on, including Finn Juhl, a stylistic maverick and maker of the bold Chieftain chair; Poul Kjaerholm, with his lean metal-and-rattan aesthetic; and Verner Panton, who introduced a vibrant Pop note into international design.
Today, decades after their heyday, the prolific, ever-evolving Scandinavian modernists continue to amaze and delight, and interior designers all over the world use their pieces to bring warmth to any given space.
On 1stDibs, you will note both instantly recognizable vintage Scandinavian modern chairs, sofas, rugs and tables — those that have earned iconic status over time — and many new discoveries.
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Style: Scandinavian Modern
Set of 4 Plan Chairs, Oak/Black Steel, Edward Barber & Jay Osgerby, Fredericia
Located in Dubai, AE
With its surprisingly minimal footprint and generous comfort, the Plan Chair is ideal for modern spaces that invite a variety of uses, from extensive hospitality and office applicati...
Category
2010s Polish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Pair of Carl Malmsten of Armchairs, circa 1950s
Located in London, England
Carl Malmsten Armchairs, circa 1950s
A pair of upholstered armchairs from Swedish master: Carl Malmsten. This model is a lighter variation on the Samsas chair with taller legs. Th...
Category
1950s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Bouclé, Beech
$14,721 / set
Set of 4 Series7 Chair, Burnt Yellow & Steel Chrome by Arne Jacobsen
Located in Dubai, AE
The Series 7™ chair is an icon in modern furniture history, designed by Arne Jacobsen in 1955. Its unique shape is timeless and incredibly versatile, displaying character without ove...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Polish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Elegant Midcentury Armchair in Teak and Patinated Leather by N.O Moeller
Located in Lejre, DK
Armchair in teak and seat in patinated leather designed by N.O Moeller. Model NO56. Made by JL Moeller cabinetmakers of Denmark. Great condition.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
2x Vintage armchair from De Ster Geldermalsen made in the 60s
By De Ster
Located in Breda, NB
2x Vintage armchair from De Ster Geldermalsen made in the 60s.
Dimensions:
Backrest height: 95 cm
Width: 72 cm
Depth: 80 cm
The price is per piece.
Category
1960s Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Teak
Set Of 4 Dining Room Chairs Made In Mahogany From 1920s
Located in Lejre, DK
Dining room chairs in mahogany with a nice cutout in the backrest with black patterned fabric from around the 1920s.
Measurements in cm: H:88 W:46 D:43 SH:44
Category
1920s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
In Between Sk1 Chair, Smoked Oiled Oak by Sami Kallio for &Tradition
By &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
Oak
Vintage leatherette chairs
Located in Brescia, IT
Set of 4 mid-century Scandinavian chairs with wooden frame and black leatherette back and seat.
The minimal lines of the legs and comfortable seating manage to combine aesthetics a...
Category
1960s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
$2,333 / set
Midcentury Swedish Child's High Chair or Stool by Bengt Lundgren
By Bengt Lundgren
Located in Chicago, IL
1960s Swedish solid pine child's high chair or stool by Bengt Lundren.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Pine
In Between Sk2 Chair, Smoked Oiled Oak & Noble Black Leather for &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
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
Børge Mogensen Chairs Produced by Svensk Fur in Sweden
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare pair of chairs designed by Børge Mogensen. Produced by Svensk Fur in Sweden.
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Pine
Drawn HM4 Chair with Arm Rests , Oiled Oak by Hvidt & Mølgaard for and 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 Latvian Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Papercord, Oak
Children's chair In Light blue color With Patina From 1920
Located in Lejre, DK
Adjustable children's chair in light blue with patina from around the 1920s.
Measurements in cm: H:79 W:52 D:52
Category
1920s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood
Børge Mogensen Armchairs / Chairs Produced by Svensk Fur in Sweden
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare set of armchairs / chairs designed by Børge Mogensen. Produced by Svensk Fur in Sweden.
Dimensions armchairs (W x D x H): 61.5 x 50 x 77.5 cm, SH 43 cm
Dimensions chairs (W x ...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Pine
Oak and Cane Lounge Chair by Ejner Larsen & Aksel Bender Madsen for Willy Beck
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A rare Scandinavian Modern armchair designed by Ejner Larsen & Aksel Bender Madsen. The design features oak and caned in a modern linear form. Produced by Willy Beck in Denmark, circ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Cane, Oak
Pair of Nordic wooden chairs
Located in Brescia, IT
Set of 2 Scandinavian 1960s chairs with shaped wooden seat and the frame made of white painted wood.
The distinguishing feature of these chairs is the backrest composed of thin, sli...
Category
1960s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood
$860 / set
Contemporary 'Elephant' Bar Chair by Norr11, Dark Smoked 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: Dark Smoked 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
Ejner Larsen & Aksel Bender Madsen for Willy Beck, c.1954
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A comfortably wide (27.5’’) conference chair in solid teak and black leather. The designers characteristically clad the upper half of the chair in black leather while the exposed woo...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, 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
Set of 8Betty Chairs Tk3-Noble Aniline leather Black/Black Lacquered Ash- &T
By &Tradition
Located in Dubai, AE
Named after the Betty Nansen theatre in Copenhagen, this chair boasts an exceptionally durable construction.
Crafted with an upholstered seat, its simple design promises outstanding...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Ash, Leather
Rare pair of Danish modern fumed oak side chairs
Located in DK
This rarely seen pair of side chairs (model 3-1) in slightly fumed oak was
designed ca. 1956 by Danish designer Grete Jalk (1920-2006). These examples were executed by Poul Jeppesen,...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Oak
$2,648 / set
Drawn HM3 Chair, Oiled Oak/Natural Paper Cord 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 out...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Latvian Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Papercord, Oak
Kaare Klint Armchair for Rud. Rasmussen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Kaare Klint 'red chair' in Cuban mahogany. Upholstered with Niger leather and brass nails. Executed by Rud. Rasmussen, 1934-1938.
Underside with manufacturer's paper label RUD. RA...
Category
1930s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Mahogany, Leather
Set of 4 In Between SK1 Chair, Oiled Oak by Sami Kallio for &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
Oak
Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chair 'Lavitta' by Poiat, Dark Oak
By Poiat
Located in Paris, IDF
Lavitta Lounge Chair by Poiat
Designers: Timo Mikkonen & Antti Rouhunkoski
Collection Lavitta 2020
Model shown: Wood stain - Dark Oak
Dimensions: D. 61 x W. 68 x H. 73
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 2020 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
Scandinavian Modern Chair 'Lavitta' by Poiat, Dark Oak
By Poiat
Located in Paris, IDF
Lavitta chair by Poiat
Designers: Timo Mikkonen & Antti Rouhunkoski
Collection Lavitta
Model shown: Wood stain - Dark Oak
Dimensions: D. 52 x W. 53 x ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Oak
Set of Two Palisander Chairs with Turquoise Fabric from the 1960s
Located in Vienna, Austria
Pair of Palisander armchairs with original turquoise fabric from 1960s.
The chairs are original and in a very good condition.
Category
1960s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Palisander
$3,370 Sale Price / set
41% Off
Kastrup Chair In Cognac Leather Model AP40 By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Lejre, DK
The AP40 lounge chair, designed by Hans J. Wegner in 1958, is a remarkable part of the minimalist Kastrup series, which is still in use in the welcoming interior of Copenhagen Airpor...
Category
1980s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather
Drawn HM4 Chair with Arm Rests , Oiled Walnut 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 Latvian Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Papercord, Walnut
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
Drawn HM4 Chair with Arm Rests, Oiled Walnut 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 Latvian Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Papercord, Walnut
Stunning Pair of Sculptural Side Chairs, Arne Vodder for Vamo Sonderborg Pv
Located in Buffalo, NY
Stunning pair of sculptural side chairs, Arne Vodder for Vamo Sonderborg Pv. Wonderful sculptural design. Superior quality and joinery. ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Teak
Scandinavian Set of Six High Back Armchairs in Teak and Mint Green Fabric
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Set of six armchairs, teak and mint green fabric, Scandinavia, 1950s.
These Scandinavian teak dining chairs with armrests are both stately and modest. This set has an elegant teak ...
Category
1950s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Scandinavian Gray Bentwood Easy Chair 1980s
Located in Rīga, LV
Vintage birch easy chair with new gray upholstery.
Additional information:
Dimensions: 63 W x 65 D x 76 H cm
Seat: 43 H cm
Condition: Good vintage condition
Category
20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Birch, Bentwood
Set of 4 Betty Chairs Tk3, in Noble Aniline leather Cognac&Oak for &Tradition
Located in Dubai, AE
Named after the Betty Nansen theater in Copenhagen, this chair boasts an exceptionally durable construction.
Crafted from solid oak, with an upholstered seat, its simple design prom...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Latvian Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Oak, Leather
Boomerang HM1 Lounge Chair, Oiled Walnut / Brass / Duke004 for &Tradition
Located in Dubai, AE
Debuted in 1956, the lounge chair by duo Hvidt & Mølgaard has a no-frills, streamlined form. From the hand-polished wooden frame, to its slender brass legs, the Boomerang endures as ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
1950s Armchairs for Indoor or Outdoor Wood and Iron 12
Located in IT
Armchairs / chairs with armrests made of plywood and iron frame, painted with special outdoor paint ( good for a covered patio or porch , not for direct exposure to weather). 1950s....
Category
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Iron
Pair of Carl-Gustav Boulogner chairs Produced by AB Bröderna Wigells stolfabrik
Located in Linkebeek, BE
Pair of Carl-Gustav Boulogner chairs Produced by AB Bröderna Wigells stolfabrik
Sculptural chair model '121' designed by Carl Gustaf Boulogner and produced by AB Bröderna Wigells Sto...
Category
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood
Side Chair by Tapio Wirkkala for Asko
By Asko, Tapio Wirkkala
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A side chair with a warm-toned undulating laminated teak seat on a chromed steel base.
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
$2,800 / item
In Between Sk2 Chair, Black Lacquered Oak & Noble Black Leather for &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 Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
Plywood Back Rolling Armchair, Scandinavian 1980s
Located in Rīga, LV
Vintage Scandinavian armchair with a plywood back and rolling legs.
Additional information:
Country of manufacture: Brought from Sweden
Period: 1980s
Dimensions: 55 W x 55 D x 90 H ...
Category
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
In Between SK2 Chair, Oiled Oak & Noble Aniline Cognac Leather for &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
Side Chair in Mahogany and Leather by Frode Holm, 1950s
By Frode Holm
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Side Chair in Mahogany and Leather by Frode Holm, 1950s
Additional Information:
Material: Mahogany, leather
Style: midcentury, Scandinavian
Produced by Illums Bolighus in Denma...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
Sigfrid Ljungqvist Wing Chair for Mobelfabrik, Sweden, 1950
Located in Paris, FR
Sigfrid Ljungqvist wing chair for Mobelfabrik, Sweden, 1950
This rare chair was manufactured by Möbelfabrik in Habo, Sweden. The chair was named th...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood
Wonderful and Unique Dining Chairs by Theodor Hellberg
By Theodor Hellberg
Located in Munich, DE
A unique pair - handcrafted in two kinds of wood 1935 - by cabinetmaker Theodor Hellberg located in Norrköping/ Denmark.
Category
1930s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood
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
Leather, Mahogany
$11,555 / set
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
High Back Armchair, Peter Hvidt & Orla Mölgaard-Nielsen for France & Daverkosen
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A high back armchair designed by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mölgaard-Nielsen having an exposed teak frame with expressive bent laminated curved arms and vintage blue upholstery. Made in Denm...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Teak, Upholstery
Set of 4 in Between SK1 Chair in Oiled Oak by Sami Kallio for &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
Oak
Nordiska Kompaniet Side Chair
Located in Dronten, NL
Beautiful side chair made by Nordiska Kompaniet, the Swedish manufacturer known for producing the designs by Axel Einar Hjorth. Nordiska Kompaniet also produced furniture designed by...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Bronze
$1,250 / item
Alvar Aalto Y-Stool, Modes with Rattan Seat, Design, 1946
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Hyvinkää, FI
A rare Alvar Aalto Y, stool with a rattan cover, the stool was launched in 1946. Good condition for its age and the rattan is beautifully patinized.
Category
1940s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Rattan
$2,022 Sale Price
50% Off
John Vedel Rieper for Källemo Set of Twelve Dining Chairs in Oak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
John Vedel Rieper for Källemo, set of twelve dining chairs, oak, leather, Denmark, 1960s
This design features a constructive frame with sleek lines ...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
90s, Danish Design by Alfred Homann, Set of "Ensemble" Chairs, Original
Located in Tarm, 82
90s, Danish design by Alfred Homann, set of six "Ensemble" chairs, original good condition. Manufactured by Danish furniture manufacturer Fritz Hansen in about 1990. Original red furniture...
Category
1980s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Dining Chair by Arne Vodder for France and Daverkosen, 1956
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A dining chair having an exposed solid Bangkok teak frame supporting a wrapped molded seat and back, the back having a unique brass-hinged pivoting adjust...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Teak
Walnut, Blue Velvet Modern Essex Arm Chair
Located in New York, NY
The Essex Armchair is a beautiful fusion of walnut wood and velvet upholstery, offering both luxury and comfort in a sleek, modern design. With its clean lines and refined proportion...
Category
2010s Portuguese Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Suede, Wood, Walnut
Uno & Östen Kristiansson Pair of Stools in Leather and Teak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Uno & Östen Kristiansson for Luxus of Sweden, pair of stools. leather, teak, France, 1950s
Elegant in line and practical to use, these stools by Uno & Östen Kristiansson are exempla...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
Helge Sibast Dining Chairs in Teak by Sibast in Denmark
By Helge Sibast
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Very rare set of four dining chairs designed by Helge Sibast. Produced by Sibast in Denmark.
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Faux Leather, Teak
Pair of Modern Seagrass and Cherrywood Chairs
Located in Bellport, NY
Pair of Scandinavian Modern style Sea grass chairs.
Cherry wood splayed legs,rounded high backs,great dining chairs.
Category
Early 2000s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Seagrass
$1,850 / set
Pair of Danish adjustable orchestra musician chairs with backrests
Located in DK
This pair of very rare chairs was designed in 1942 by Vilhelm Lauritzen for the iconic Radiohuset building in Copenhagen. They are designed for the musicians / the orchestra. They ha...
Category
1940s 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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