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
1970s Rud Thygesen and Johnny Sorensen Set of Six Armchairs - Inc. Reupholstery
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of six 61 series stackable laminated oak conference armchairs designed by Rud Thygesen and Johnny Sørensen for Magnus Olesen in 1975.
The conference chairs are very comfortab...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Oak
Danish Set of Twelve Dining Chairs in Blonde Wood and Dark Grey Leatherette
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Set of twelve dining chairs, beech, faux leather, Denmark, 1960s.
Modest and elegant set of twelve dining chairs. Its design shows clear lines and an open backrest. The dark grey l...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Faux Leather, Beech
Set of 25 Furniture Plugs for Erik Buch Model 50 and Other Chairs
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of 25 button plugs for Erik Buch model 50 teak armchairs and other chairs with similar plug holes.
The button plugs have the original dimension...
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Oak, Rosewood, Teak
Pair of Vintage Safari Chairs
Located in Brescia, IT
Original Scandinavian metal and fabric chairs.
These lightweight, modern chairs consist of a black metal base on which the fabric that serves ...
Category
1960s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
Midcentury Karen Margreta Imports of Corona Del Mar Teak & Sisal Chairs
Located in Tucson, AZ
Beautiful midcentury teak and sisal seat chairs. These were commissioned by Karen Margreta Imports of Corona del Mar California in the 1960s, designed b...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Cord, Teak
Midcentury Side Chair in Teak and Patinated Leather by Stig Thoresen Lassen
Located in Lejre, DK
Side chair in teak and patinated leather, designed by Stig Thoresen Lassen and made by Henrik Wørts cabinetmakers. Great condition.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
Midcentury Danish Design Lounge Chair in Patianted Leather by Klint
Located in Lejre, DK
Safari chair in leather. Designed by Maa. Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen cabinetmakers of Denmark in 1933. Great original condition.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Ash
Hay Dapper Lounge Chair by Doshi Levien
By Doshi Levien
Located in Basildon, London
Introducing the Dapper Lounge Chair by HAY, a sleek and sophisticated addition to any modern living space. Crafted with the finest materials, this chair boasts a sturdy and stylish s...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
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
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
60s, Danish Design by H.J.Wegner, Chair Ap38, Completely Restored, Leather
Located in Tarm, 82
H.J.Wegner, airport chair, model AP38. Completely restored in natural cognac Italian leather with natural patina. Designed in 1956. Manufactured by a Danish furniture manufacturer in...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
Mid-Century Modern Set of 6 Chairs in Rosewood by Ernst Martin Dettinger
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mid-Century Modern set of 6 chairs in rosewood by Ernst Martin Dettinger. Backrest with bars offering perfect back support. Seat in black simili...
Category
1950s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Rosewood
Set of 4 "Nesto" Chairs by Nassjo Stolefabrik, Sweden 1960's
Located in VILLEURBANNE, FR
Set of 4 Scandinavian chairs by Nassjo Stolefabrik dating from the 1960's.
"Nesto" model with 7 bars manufactured and designed in Sweden.
In black stained beech and teak seat.
Thes...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Beech, Teak
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
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
Poul Kjærholm PK 33 Stool for E. Kold Christensen, Original Condition, 1959
Located in Amarillo, TX
Poul Kjærholm, original condition.
PK 33 stool.
E. Kold Christensen,
Denmark, 1959.
Matte, chrome-plate spring steel with patinated, laminated wood...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
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
Scandinavian chairs from the 1960s
Located in Brescia, IT
Set of 4 Vintage wooden chairs with fabric upholstery.
The chairs feature a wooden frame that gives them strength and durability, while the seat and part of the back are upholstered...
Category
1960s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
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
Set of 4 Rare Hardwood Chairs by Ole Knudsen & Torben Lind for France and Son
Located in Little Burstead, Essex
These are a beautifully crafted set of four chairs in classically Scandinavian Modern style. Designed in 1957 and produce by one of Denmark's most active manufacturers of that time, France and Sons. The quality of the design is matched by the fine workmanship in the making of these chairs, which very rarely come to the market.
Wooden parts totally original, and freshly upholstered to comply with current fire safety...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Hardwood
Scandinavian Modern Black Vintage Chairs Arne Jacobsen 1952 for Fritz Hansen
Located in Vienna, AT
Scandinavian Modern set of 2 vintage black stairs, which was designed by Arne Jacobsen 1952 and executed for Fitz Hansen, 1970, Denmark. It is marked underneath.
The stacking chairs ...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
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
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
Contemporary 'Elephant' Bar Chair by Norr11, Light 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: Light 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
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
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
Mid-Century modern scandinavian set of 4 chairs by Yngve Ekström.
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mid-Century modern scandinavian set of 4 chairs by Yngve Ekström. Newly upholstered with Paul Smith fabric.
W : 46 cm – D : 40 cm – H : 85 cm – Seat H : 45 cm.
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Elm
Contemporary Set 'Mammoth', Chair + Ottoman, Light Smoked Oak, Barnum Bouclé 24
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
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
Harry Ostergaard Model 61 Dining Chairs Randers Mobelfabrik, 1961
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Fantastic set of 4 dining chairs model 61 designed by Harry Ostergaard and manufactured by Randers Mobelfabrik, Denmark 1961. The chairs have very nic...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Faux Leather, Rosewood
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Set of 4 Teak Chairs Model Lis by Niels Koefoed
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mid-Century Modern scandinavian set of 4 teak chairs modele Lis by Niels Koefoed. Seats will be reupholtered with fabric or leather of your choice between Step Melange fabric from Ga...
Category
1960s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Teak
Upholstered Dining Chair by Alvar Aalto for Artek
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A dining chair in laminated birch with newly upholstered black leather seat and back.
Category
1940s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Birch
Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chair 'Lavitta' by Poiat, Oak
By Poiat
Located in Paris, IDF
Lavitta chair by Poiat
Designers: Timo Mikkonen & Antti Rouhunkoski
Collection Lavitta 2020
Model shown: Wood stain - Oak
Dimensions: D. 61 x W. ...
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
A set of chairs, Denmark, 1960s. After renovation.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Danish chairs made in the 1960s.
Furniture in very good condition, after professional renovation. The seat and backrest have been covered with a new fabric.
Dimensions: height 76 c...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Swedish 1960s 'Pinnstol' chair - Teak seat and beech frame
Located in Brescia, IT
'Pinnstol' chair produced in Sweden in the 1960s, with teak wood seat and beech frame. Simple, straightforward design typical of the Nordic style of the time.
Swedish 'Pinnstol' cha...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Beech, Teak
Two Teak Chairs, Danish Design, 1960s
Located in Chorzów, PL
Two teak chairs made in Denmark in the 1960s
After renovation of the wood and upholstered with a new neutral beige fabric
Very good condition
...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Teak
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
The Round Chair in Solid Ash w/ Cane Seats by Hans J. Wegner for PP Møbler
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A set of 6 custom height PP501 round chairs with sculpted back and arms in ash with a caned seat.
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Cane, Ash
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
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
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
Ilmari Tapiovaara for Laukaan Puu Set of Four 'Pirkka' Chairs
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Ilmari Tapiovaara for Laukaan Puu, set of four 'Pirkka' dining chairs, beech, pine, Finland, design 1955
This set of ‘Pirkka’ chairs by Finish designer I...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Beech, Pine
A Scandinavian Style Designer Solid Oak Armchair with a Laminated Back and Seat.
Located in London, GB
A Scandinavian style designer armchair. It is a well designed oak and teak armchair with nice wide yet sculptured arms and beautifully made detailing supporting the back, with expose...
Category
1960s Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Oak, Plywood
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
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
Armchair Made In Mahogany & Light Fabric By Søborg From 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
This armchair, crafted from rich mahogany and upholstered in light fabric, is a splendid example of Danish design from the 1960s. Manufactured by Søborg Furniture, a company renowned...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Mahogany
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
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
Humpback Arm Chair by Ole Wanscher for A.J. Iversen
Located in Sagaponack, NY
An elegant humpback armchair with black leather upholstery and welting on an exposed rosewood frame.
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Mikado Dining Chairs Design Foersom & Hiort-Lorenzen by Fredericia
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Dining chairs in beech designed Foersom & Hiort-Lorenzen and produced Fredericia Stolefabrik.
This set of four Mikado dining chairs in solid beech comes with the removable original vegetal soft pad leather cushions, with the other side in flax which can be used as well.
Usually there was armrests on the chair but the first owner has removed them. You can see on the edge the details of it. The cushion shows an aged patina. The chairs were produced by Fredericia. The first edition was launched in 1996 by Fredericia. Later versions of this chair were produced with Multiplex wood seating by FDB Mobler. The Mikado chair is part of the design collection of the Design Museum Danmark. The chairs are based on a construction principle that uses the seat as the element that joins everything together. Each has eight spindles for a comfortable seating. Mikado has the 18th century English Windsor chairs...
Category
1990s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Beech, Leather
Antique Armchair With Frame Made In Oak From 1920s
Located in Lejre, DK
Antique armchair of oak, with original upholstery of light fabric and paper cord, from the 1920s.
Category
1920s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Papercord, 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
Drawn HM4 Chair with Arm Rests, Black Lacquered Oak by Hvidt & Mølgaard for &T
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 of organic materials, it ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Papercord, Oak
Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Set of Ten 'Butterfly' Chairs in Plywood
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, 'Butterfly' or 3107 chairs, plywood, steel, Denmark, design 1955
Set of iconic multifunctional chairs by maste...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
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...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
Side Chair by Hans J. Wegner for Johannes Hansen
Located in Sagaponack, NY
An elegant side chair with a generous exposed teak frame and a gently curved seat and back wrapped in black leather.
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, 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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