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
Danish Modern Lounge Chair in Oak & Traditional Danish Olmerdug Wool, 1950s
Located in Odense, DK
Wonderful large Danish Modern lounge chair hand made by a cabinetmaker in Denmark in the 1950s. Great dramatic angles and proportions with carved wooden armrests and legs made of sol...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Wool, Oak
Midcentury Scandia Chairs by Hans Brattrud for Hove Mobler
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Beautiful example of Scandia high back dining chairs in excellent vintage condition. Rosewood slats on a chrome base. Chairs retain original label.
Norway, 1960s.
2 high back chairs...
Category
Mid-20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Lounge Chair by Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist
Located in San Francisco, CA
A rare lounge chair from the Triva Collection, designed by Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist for Nordiska Kompaniet. Beautifully restored in an eggplant colored ...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Velvet
Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, Model Razorblade, Denmark, Oak
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Set of striking dining chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, made of oak and original Dragør fabric as they were made originally with. Provided by Danish Art Weavery.
Refreshing design with bold Baroque coming together nicely with Mid-Century Modernism.
Model: Razorblade
Made by Another Classic...
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Oak
Kofod-Larsen Penguin Chair
Located in Littleton, CO
An exquisite original vintage all-wood edition of Ib Kofod-Larsen's classic 'Penguin' chair. Denmark, 1960s.
Beautiful dark teak and beech woods.
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Beech, 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
PIA Chair by Poul Cadovius - Light Oak
By Poul Cadovius, DK3
Located in Paris, IDF
PIA Chair
Solid oak frame, paper cordel seat
Dimensions: H75 x 49 x 48 cm (seat height 45cm)
Wood:
– Oak
– Smoked oak
– Black lacquered oak
– Walnut
Paper cordel:
– Natural
– Black (Contact us)
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The Pia chair signed by DK3 was imagined and designed by the famous designer Poul Codavius...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Oak
Set of 16 Hans Wegner CH-31 Dining Chairs CH 31
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of 16 Hans Wegner CH31 dining chairs designed in 1956 and produced by Carl Hansen & Son. Will Split Set. NOTE: PRICE IS FOR EACH CHAIR.
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Cane, Oak
Hans J. Wegner Cushion for Wishbone Chair CH24
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner cushions for wishbone chair model CH24.
Made in black pure aniline leather and good quality foam.
Only the cushion, not the chair.
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather
PIA Chair by Poul Cadovius - Black Lacquered Oak
By DK3, Poul Cadovius
Located in Paris, IDF
PIA Chair
Solid oak frame, paper cordel seat
Dimensions: H75 x 49 x 48 cm (seat height 45cm)
Wood:
– Oak
– Smoked oak
– Black lacquered oak
– Walnut
Paper ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Oak
Pair of Hans Wegner Rosewood China Chairs c1950s
Located in London, England
Hans J. Wegner - Pair of Model FH-4283 China Chairs, 1944
Produced by Fritz Hansen in Denmark these versions of Wegner's iconic design are made in exquisite, highly figured rosewood...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Chaise scandinave vintage en teck des années 60
Located in BESANÇON, FR
Chaise scandinave vintage des années 60, dans le style des designers danois Niels Otto Moller ou Kai Kristiansen, en teck, beau travail du bois tout en courbes, assise totalement rén...
Category
1960s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Teak
Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, Model Razoblade, Denmark, Oak
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Set of striking dining chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, made of oak and honey coloured lambskin.
Refreshing design with bold Baroque coming together nicely with Mid-Century Modernism.
Model: Razorblade
Made by Another Classic...
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Oak
Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, Model Razorblade, Denmark, Oak
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Set of striking dining chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, made of oak and boucle.
Refreshing design with bold Baroque coming together nicely with Mid-Century Modernism.
Model: Razorblade
Made by Another...
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Oak
Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, Model Razorblade, Denmark, Oak
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Set of striking dining chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, made of oak and vintage tobacco aniline leather.
Refreshing design with bold Baroque coming together nicely with Mid-Century Modernism.
Model: Razorblade
Made by Another Classic...
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Oak
Contemporary Chair 'Boho' by Ann Demeulemeester, Black Beech (in stock)
Located in Paris, IDF
Sculptural Chair 'Boho' designed by Ann Demeulemeester for Serax.
Solid beech wood
Stain: Black
The 'Boho' chair by Ann Demeulemeester redefines modern design with its bold, sculp...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Beech
Scandinavian Oak Dining Chairs with Black Leather Seats, 1950s
Located in Uppsala, SE
Scandinavian oak dining chairs in the style of Josef Frank for Svenskt Tenn, most likely Swedish, from the midcentury with new black leat...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
Easy Chair in Rosewood & Reupholstered in Kvadrat Fabric by Hans Wegner, 1950's
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Easy Chair in Rosewood & Reupholstered in Kvadrat™ Fabric by Hans Wegner, 1950's
Additional Information:
Material: Rosewood and newly reupholstered in Kvadrat™ fabric
Style: Mid cen...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Rosewood, Fabric
Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, model Razorblade, Denmark, Oak
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Set of striking dining chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, made of oak and cognac pure aniline leather.
Refreshing design with bold Baroque coming together nicely with Mid-Century Modernism.
Model: Razorblade
Made by Another Classic...
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Oak
Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, Model Razorblade, Denmark, Oak
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Set of striking dining chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, made of oak and ready for you to upholster
Refreshing design with bold Baroque coming together nicely with Mid-Century Modernism.
Model: Razorblade
Made by Another Classic...
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Oak
Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, model Razorblade, Denmark, Oak
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Set of striking dining chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, made of oak and mokka latina aniline leather.
Refreshing design with bold Baroque coming together nicely with Mid-Century Modernism.
Model: Razorblade
Made by Another Classic...
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Oak
Solid Maple Side Chair by Ansager, Denmark
Located in Dronten, NL
Sculptural organic chair made in solid maple by Ansager Møbler, Denmark.
Danish craftsmanship, marked with Ansager stamp.
Ansager, Denmark, is synonymous with exceptional craftsmans...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Maple
Erik Buch Armchair
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Erik Buch armchair frame of rosewood.
New upholstered with vintage tan aniline leather.
Model 50 made by Odense Maskinsnedkeri, Denmark.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Sling Chair with Leather, Arms Connected, Lounge Armchair Walnut + Black Leather
Located in Bend, OR
This chair is exactly the same as our Classic sling chair with one exception: the arms connect to the back supports. This listing includes one chair.
This award-winning leather and wood sling chair...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Hardwood, Walnut
Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, model Razorblade, Denmark, Oak
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Set of striking dining chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, made of oak and black pure aniline leather.
Refreshing design with bold Baroque coming together nicely with Mid-Century Modernism.
Model: Razorblade
Made by Another Classic...
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Oak
Niels Moller Model 62 Armchair, Rosewood & Papercord, 1960s
Located in London, England
Niels Moller - Model 62 Armchair in Rosewood & Papercord, 1962
Rarely seen edition of this iconic design made from exquisite, highly figured rosewood. Designed by Niels Moller for h...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Papercord, Rosewood
Teak Outdoor Dining Chair with Silver Rope Back, Vine Collection
Located in Miami, FL
The Vine outdoor dining chair showcases the natural beauty of solid teak wood, paired with a striking silver rope back that adds texture and movement to its design. *Please check availability prior to purchase*.
Inspired by organic forms, this chair balances sculptural elegance with functionality, making it a versatile addition to outdoor dining areas, patios, or indoor spaces seeking a modern yet natural touch. The teak wood frame highlights its rich, warm grain, while the handwoven rope detail offers flexibility and comfort.
Designed for durability, the Vine chair...
Category
2010s Brazilian Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Teak, Rope, Wood
Domus Chairs, Ilmari Tapiovaara, 1960s
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Domus chairs (6 pieces in total, sold separately), designed by Ilmari Tapiovaara, 1960s. Birch. Good vintage condition, patina and wear consistent with age and use. More chairs avail...
Category
1960s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Birch
Hans J. Wegner Cushion for Wishbone Chair CH24
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner cushions for wishbone chair model CH24.
Magrethe wool from Nevotex and good quality foam.
Only the cushion, not the chair.
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather
Pair of Easy Chairs model CH-27 in Oak, Woven Cane by Hans Wegner, 1949
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Pair of Easy Chairs in Oak, Woven Cane by Hans Wegner, 1949
Additional Information:
Material: Oak, woven cane
Style: Mid century, Scandinavian
Rare pair of easy chairs model CH-27
P...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Oak, Cane
Hans J. Wegner Oak Chairs - CH30 for Carl Hansen & Son, Denmark, 1954
Located in Rosendahl, DE
Exclusive set of ten original "CH 30" dining chairs, designed by Danish designer Hans J. Wegner. These vintage chairs from the 50s/60s are masterpieces of Scandinavian design and are...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Wool, Oak
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
Pair of FCH1A Dining Chairs Edited By Seltz, circa 1980, France.
By Pierre Chapo
Located in Brussels, BE
Pair of dining chairs for Seltz, France, circa 1980.
Solid beech.
Dimensions: 95 cm H, 46 cm W, 55 cm D, seat height: 45 cm.
Good original condition.
Another pair available.
All purc...
Category
1980s French Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Beech
Hans J. Wegner Cushion for Wishbone Chair CH24
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner cushions for wishbone chair model CH24.
Made in cognac pure aniline leather and good quality foam.
Only the cushion, not the chair.
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather
Pair of Easy Chairs model CH-27 in Oak, Woven Cane by Hans Wegner, 1949
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Pair of Easy Chairs in Oak, Woven Cane by Hans Wegner, 1949
Additional Information:
Material: Oak, woven cane
Style: Mid century, Scandinavian
Rare pair of easy chairs model CH-27
P...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Oak, Cane
Hans J. Wegner Cushion for Wishbone Chair Ch24
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner cushions for wishbone chair model CH24.
Made in cognac vintage aniline leather and good quality foam.
Only the cushion, not the chair.
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather
Ib Kofod-Larsen Palomino Sheepskin & Walnut Reclining Lounge Chair & Ottoman
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Selig
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Beautiful reclining lounge chair and ottoman designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen for Selig freshly upholstered in hand sewn rich Oatmeal / Ivory Shearling. An early Mid Century Scandinavian ...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Walnut
'Hippo' Chair by Norr11, Dark Smoked Oak, Barnum Bouclé col.03
Located in Paris, IDF
HIPPO Chair
Signed by Kristian Sofus Hansen and Tommy Hyldahl for Norr11.
Model shown on the picture:
Wood: Dark Smoked Oak
Fabric: Barnum Bouclé 03
Wood types available: natural ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Wool, Oak
Set of 4 Elton Chairs by Torbjorn Afdal for Bruksbo, Norway, 1960s
Located in Wrocław, Poland
This gorgeous and absolutely rare set of 4 chairs was designed by famous Norwegian designer Torbjørn Afdal, and made most probably by Bruksbo manufacture. It is known as model "Elton...
Category
1960s Norwegian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood
Hans J. Wegner Cushion for Wishbone Chair CH24
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner cushions for wishbone chair model CH24.
Made in black leather and good quality foam.
Only the cushion, not the chair.
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather
Pair of Easy Chairs in Teak and Original Black Leather by Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Pair of Easy Chairs in Teak and Original Black Leather by Ib Kofod-Larsen
Additional Information:
Material: Teak and original black leather
Style: Mid century, Scandinavian
Rare pai...
Category
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Teak, Leather
Hans J. Wegner Cushion for Wishbone Chair CH24
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner cushions for wishbone chair model CH24.
Made in black leather and good quality foam.
Only the cushion, not the chair.
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather
Hans J. Wegner Cushion for Wishbone Chair CH24
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner cushions for wishbone chair model CH24.
Made in canvas with leather tubing and good quality foam.
Only the cushion, not the chair.
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather
Four PE Jorgensen Danish Rosewood Dining Chairs in Sky Blue Leather
Located in Oakland, CA
Set of four dining chairs designed by P.E. Jorgensen for Farso Stolefarik crafted of Brazilian rosewood with dark figured grain, and a comfortable backrest, newly upholstered in a du...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Suite de 4 chaises scandinaves vintage en teck des années 60
Located in BESANÇON, FR
4 chaises scandinaves vintage des années 60, dans le style des designers danois Niels Otto Moller ou Kai Kristiansen, en teck, beau travail du bois tout en courbes, assises totalemen...
Category
1960s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Teak
American Designer, Low Foldable Chairs, Rattan, Usa, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of bamboo, rattan and metal folding lounge chairs designed and produced in the USA, 1950s.
Category
1960s American Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Rattan
Easy Chair in Teak and Woven Cane by Arne Hovmand-Olsen, 1950's
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Easy Chair in Teak and Woven Cane by Arne Hovmand-Olsen, 1950's
Additional Information:
Material: Teak and woven cane
Style: Mid century, Scandinavian
Produced by A.R. Klingenberg &...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Teak
'Hippo' Chair by Norr11, Natural Oak, Barnum Bouclé col.24
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: Barnum Bouclé 024.
Wood types available: nat...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Wool, Oak
Pair of vintage 1950s teak chairs designed by Hovmand Olsen
Located in None, IT
Pair of Danish teakwood chairs with black leather seats, design Arne Hovmand Olsen, 1950s.
CONDITION: In good condition, shows signs of wear given by time.
DIMENSIONS: Height 78 cm...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Set of Six Oregon Pine Side Chairs by Roland Wilhelmsson
Located in Dronten, NL
Matching set of 6 Mid-Century Modern solid pine dining chairs by Swedish company Karl Andersson and Söner, designed by Roland Wilhelmsson. Wonderful woodworking details that are also...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Pine
Harry Østergaard for Skovby Danish Dining Chairs
Located in Vienna, AT
Hardwood frame with leather upholstered seat. Designed by Harry Østergaard for Skovby Møbelfabrik in the 1960s in Denmark.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
Arne Jacobsen Dining Chair
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Arne Jacobsen dining chair new upholstered with cognac pure aniline leather.
Base of powder coated steel tube.
Model 3107 Syveren, made by Fritz Hansen.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather
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
Niels Koefoed Dining Chairs, Model "Eva", oak, 1960s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Niels Koefoed dining chairs made in solid oak.
New upholstered in cognac full grain aniline leather.
Model Eva, made by Niels Koefoeds Møbelfabrik Hornslet, 1960s.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
Set of 4 Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, Model Razorblade, Denmark 1970s, Oak
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Striking dining chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, made of black painted oak and cow hide seat. This was the most popular option when the chairs was produced.
Refreshing design with bold ...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Oak, Cowhide
Danish Modern Wingback Chair in Oak & Traditional Danish Olmerdug Wool, 1950s
Located in Odense, DK
Wonderful and large Danish Modern wingback chair hand made by a cabinetmaker in Denmark in the 1950s. Great dramatic angles and proportion...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Oak, Wool
Vintage Set of Six Signed Hans J. Wegner "W2" Chairs in Teak & Vinyl, 1950s
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An iconic example of Wegner's historic oeuvre within the field of Scandinavian seating design, here we have a gorgeously preserved set of six "W2" chairs in solid old-growth teak, wi...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Teak
Contemporary Chair 'BAIA' by Kensaku Oshiro x DK3, Chrome Frame, Brown Leather
By Kensaku Oshiro, DK3
Located in Paris, IDF
BAIA dining chair
Steel frame, wooden or upholstered backrest
Model shown on main image:
Frame: Chrome
Backrest: Leather
Fabric: Brown Pelle leather
Dimensions:
H.74 x 58 x 50 cm ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
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
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Teak Wood & Fabric Dining Chair by Juul Kristensen
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This modernist dining chair was designed by Juul Kristensen for the Danish manufacture JK Denmark during the 1960s. The chair is made of solid teak wood in ...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Erik Buch Restored and Refinished Danish Teak Dining Chairs with Black Leather
Located in Knebel, DK
Six Erik Buch dining chairs made by Oddense Maskinsnedkeri.
The chairs feature a solid teak frame and are as all of Erik Buchs chairs characterized by high-quality materials, solid ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Teak
'Hippo' Chair by Norr11, Dark Smoked Oak, Barnum Bouclé col.03
Located in Paris, IDF
HIPPO Chair
Signed by Kristian Sofus Hansen and Tommy Hyldahl for Norr11.
Model shown on the picture:
Wood: Dark Smoked Oak
Fabric: Barnum Bouclé 03
Wood types available: natural ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Wool, Oak
Erik Buch Armchair
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Erik Buch armchair frame of oak.
New upholstered with vintage tan aniline leather.
Model 50 made by Odense Maskinsnedkeri, Denmark.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
Danish Modern Wingback Chair in Oak & Traditional Danish Olmerdug Wool, 1950s
Located in Odense, DK
Wonderful and large Danish Modern wingback chair hand made by a cabinetmaker in Denmark in the 1950s. Great dramatic angles and proportion...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Oak, Wool
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
Hans J. Wegner 'Cow horn chair' in oak and cane for Johannes Hansen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
A Hans J. Wegner 'Cow-horn' chair in patinated oak with seat in original cane.
Designed 1952 and executed at cabinetmaker Johannes Hansen, Denmark, model JH505 with manufacture's m...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Cane, Oak
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
Niels Møller 55 arm chair in teak with new black leather seat
Located in San Diego, CA
Solid Teak Moller 55 arm chair. This chair will work well as a desk chair or side chair. Designed in 1951 By Niels Otto Møller and produced by J. L. Møllers...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
Utö pine chairs by Axel Einar Hjorth, Nordiska Kompaniet, Sportstugemöbel, 1930s
Located in Hägersten, SE
Dining/side chairs model "Utö" designed by Axel Einar Hjorth. Produced in Sweden by Nordiska Kompaniet as a so called "Sportstugemöbel". Made during the 1930s. Solid pine wood. Good ...
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1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Pine
Skovby Møbelfabrik Set of Dining Chairs
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Skovby Møbelfabrik set of four dining chairs in partly solid rosewood.
New upholstered with cognac aniline leather.
Made in the 1960s.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
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 chrome steel tube.
Model 3107 Syveren, made by Fritz Hansen.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather
Danish Dining Chairs in Teak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Dining chairs, teak, fabric, Denmark, 1960s
These well made Danish dining chairs have a convincing appearance and a construction typical for Danish style furniture in the 1960s, sho...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Hans J. Wegner Cushion for Wishbone Chair CH24
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner cushions for wishbone chair model CH24.
Made in cognac pure aniline leather and good quality foam.
Only the cushion, not the chair.
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather
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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