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
Chairs by Axel Larsson for Bodafors, 1950s, Set of 4
By Bodafors, Axel Larsson
Located in Karis, Nyland
A set of four dining chairs designed by Axel Larsson and manufactured by Bodafors in Sweden. The chairs display thermo-formed curved backs and conical tilted legs. All seats are upho...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Faux Leather, Birch
Nordiska Kompaniet 'Hytte' Armchair in Solid Pine, Swedish Modern, 1940s
Located in The Hague, NL
This rare armchair was produced by the Swedish company Nordiska Kompaniet in the early 1940s. It belongs to the 'Hytte' series, which is documented in several NK catalogs and advertisements from the time.
The Hytte series was a continuation of Axel Einar Hjorth's Sportstugemöbler ("sports cabin furnishings"), a collection of pinewood furniture designed for country homes. After Hjorth, designer David Rosén carried on this style, creating several series for Nordiska Kompaniet.
Crafted entirely from pinewood, the chair features club-shaped, tapered legs connected by stretchers, a slatted and slightly curved backrest, and carved armrests. It is versatile and can be used as a desk chair or an elegant side chair.
The chair remains in completely original condition, with a natural and even patina on the pinewood. It shows minor wear consistent with age and use. One of the four furniture...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Pine
Model FH4103 Chair by Hans J. Wegner, for Fritz Hansen, 1950s
Located in New York, NY
Model FH4103 Chair by Hans J. Wegner, for Fritz Hansen, 1950s. Manufactured by Fritz Hansen, Denmark in the early 1950s. Makers mark underneath. Model No. FH 4103 is also known as th...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Oak
Set of 8 Dining Chairs in Walnut and Brass, 1940s
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Set of 8 Dining Chairs in Walnut and Brass, 1940s
Additional Information:
Material: Walnut, original leather with brass rivets
Style: midcentury, Scandinavian
Produced in Swede...
Category
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Brass
Swedish Modern Set of 2 Armchairs, Birchwood, 1960's
Located in Uccle, BE
A vintage Mid-Century Modern Swedish set of armchairs made of hand carved birchwood, designed by Carl Malmsten, in good condition. Restored and reupholsteredwith original . Wear cons...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Birch
Contemporary Chair 'Elé' by Ann Demeulemeester, Beech White (in stock)
Located in Paris, IDF
Dining Chair 'Elé' designed by Ann Demeulemeester for Serax.
Solid Beech Wood
Stain: Off-White
The 'Elé' chair by Ann Demeulemeester is a timeless expression of understated elegan...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Beech
4 Early Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen JH-503 Chairs in Teak
Located in Los Angeles, CA
We are excited to offer 4 early Hans Wegner JH-503 chairs designed in 1949 and Produced by Johannes Hansen. Fully restored solid old growth teak construction. Stamped with the maker'...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
Ole Wanscher Set of Eight Chairs for a. J. Iversen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Ole Wanscher set of eight chairs in mahogany with seats of black horsehair. Executed by A. J. Iversen, Copenhagen, Denmark.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
Set of Eight Sven Markelius 'Orchestra' Chairs, 1940s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Set of 8 'Orkesterstolen' chairs by Sven Markelius, Sweden, 1940s.
The chairs were originally designed for Helsingborg Concert Hall.
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Birch
Swedish Reproduction Painted Chair
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
This Swedish style chair is full of character! Painted to look old and and recently upholstered in a Zak + Fox linen fabric. Supported by tapered,...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood, Paint, Fabric
Hans Wegner Wishbone CH24 for Carl Hansen, 1950
Located in PARIS, FR
Hans Wegner Wishbone CH24 for Carl Hansen in oak and Danish rope, designed by Hans Wegner in 1950 and this produced in 1973, so when the craftmanship was still mainly manual. This ic...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Papercord, Oak
Niels Møller Modell 75 Danish Teak Dining Papercord Chair for J.L. Møllers
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Niels Otto Möller Modell 75 for J.L. Möllers Mobelfabrik.
Solid teak frame with papercord.
Set of 4.
Classic Danish design.
In good vintage condition.
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Teak, Papercord
Mid-Century modern SJ.750 OVAL chair by Arne Wahl Iversen. New edition
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mid-Century modern SJ.750 OVAL chair by Arne Wahl Iversen. New edition
Old glory makes for a new classic
Designed by Arne Wahl Iversen in 1959. At that time Denmark was entering a ...
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
Poul Hundevad Pair of Dining Chairs in Teak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Poul Hundevad, pair of dining chairs model '30', teak, fabric, Denmark, 1960s
Pair of dining room chairs in teak and beige fabric upholste...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Niels Koefoed Armchair, Model "Lis", oak, 1960s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Niels Koefoed armchair made in solid oak.
New upholstered in Sørensen Savanne semi aniline leather.
Model Lis, made by Niels Koefoeds Møbelfabrik Hornslet, 1960s.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
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
Hans J. Wegner Set of Six “Wishbone” Chairs in Oak
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Hans J. Wegner “The Wishbone Chair”. Set of six armchairs of oak. Seat with woven papercord. CH 24. Designed 1949. Manufactured by Carl Hansen & Søn.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Papercord, Oak
Pair of Side Chairs model Lovö by Axel Einar Hjorth, 1932, Nordiska Kompaniet
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Pair of Side Chairs in Acid-Stained and Oiled Pine with Wrought Iron Fittings by Axel Einar Hjorth, 1932
Additional Information:
Material: Acid-stained and oiled pine with wrought i...
Category
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Pine
Traditionalist Rush, Wood Armchair
By Bas Van Pelt
Located in Nashville, TN
traditional armchair comprised of wood, rush, two available. In excellent vintage condition with age-consistent wear and patina. One chair does have slightly more patina. Lightweight...
Category
Early 20th Century Dutch Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Berlin Iron
Poul Kjærholm 'PK11' Chair for Fritz Hansen in Leather Upholstery (Cat. 5)
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Kjærholm 'PK11' Chair for Fritz Hansen in Leather Upholstery (Cat. 5).
Established in 1872, Fritz Hansen has become synonymous with legendary Danish design. Combining timeless ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Kaare Klint Set of Eight Red Chairs for Rud, Rasmussen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Kaare Klint set of eight red chairs in mahogany, upholstered with black leather. Executed by Rud. Rasmussen.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
1960s Danish Erik Buch Fully Restored Armchairs in Teak, Custom Upholstery
Located in Knebel, DK
Erik Buch fully restored teak armchairs with excellent woodwork that are evidence of good mid-century Danish design and craftsmanship.
The chairs feature a solid teak with Erik Buch...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
Danish Mid Century Lounge Chair by Svein Dysthe for Dokka Mobler
Located in New York, NY
Chic, architectural and rare Danish modern lounge chair designed by Svein Dysthe for Dokka Mobler. This example has a rosewood frame, and has been professionally reupholstered to the highest standards, using top grade leather. Impressive and iconic midcentury chair...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Mosquito Chair 3105 by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, 1960s
Located in Dronten, NL
The model 3105 chair was designed in 1955 by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen.
The chair is also known as the Mosquito or Munkegaard chair, a true classic of Danish design.
The chair...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Sculptural Chair, Finland, 1940s
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Sculptural chair, manufactured in Finland, 1940s. Birch and birch plywood with metal details on the backrest. Beautiful design. Good vintage condition, patina and minor wear consiste...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Birch
Scandinavian Modern Pair of Children Chairs, Stephan Gip and Herbert Andersson
Located in Stockholm, SE
Scandinavian Modern pair of chairs for children, Stephan Gip and Herbert Andersson in BA-series, for Gärsnäs, Sweden, 1961. The "Skrivrit" is a Classic chi...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Pine
Poul Kjærholm 'PK15' Chair for Fritz Hansen in Clear Lacquered Ash
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Kjærholm 'PK15' Chair for Fritz Hansen in Clear Lacquered Ash.
Established in 1872, Fritz Hansen has become synonymous with legendary Danish design...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Cane, Wood, Ash
Poul Kjærholm 'PK9' Dining Chair for Fritz Hansen in Leather (Cat. 5)
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Kjærholm 'PK9' Dining Chair for Fritz Hansen in Leather (Cat. 5).
Established in 1872, Fritz Hansen has become synonymous with legendary Danish design. Combining timeless craft...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Edvin Helseth Armchair for Tribo, Sweden, 1960
Located in Paris, FR
Edvin Helseth armchair for Tribo Sweden 1960s.
Good condition.
Price for 1 armchair
Norwegian interior designer born in 1925, Edvin Helseth opened his own practice in 1949. His Module 5-15, System BBB and other designs became popular in Europe. In 1966 he designed the Trybo armchair for Stange Bruk...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood, Pine
'Ingeborg' Easy Chair by Flemming Lassen, Asko, 1950s
By Asko, Flemming Lassen
Located in Karis, Nyland
A neat and functional easy chair by Danish architect Flemming Lassen (1902-1984). The 'Ingeborg' series has been named after Flemming Lassen’s beloved mother, artist Ingeborg Winding...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Canva Chair, Occasional Chair in Blackened Ash with Handwoven Danish Cord
By Carter Ellis
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Featuring exposed joinery and a mixture of hard and soft lines, the Canva chair explores a love for material and craftsmanship welded with warm welcome. Constructed with an exposed, bridle-joint frame and handwoven seat, the Canva Chair is artisan-crafted from recyclable paper cord, and sustainably harvested Ash. The seat features a continuous run of Natural Danish paper cord handwoven around "L-shaped" nails in a traditional Binder-cane method of warped pairs.
This chair is an exploration of form and craftsmanship and serves best as a statement and occasional piece in a hallway or living room or for a very large dining...
Category
2010s American Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Papercord, Wood, Walnut
Danish Modern Wooden Upholstered Dining Chairs, Set of Eight
Located in High Point, NC
A set of wooden upholstered dining chairs from 20th century Denmark. Known for its mastery of midcentury design, these Danish-made cha...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Bouclé, Wood
Norwegian Folk Art Chair 'Spinnastol' circa 1850
Located in Farsta, SE
Norwegian Folk Art Chair 'Spinnastol' circa 1850
With its beautiful patina and curved lines.
Made out of birch wood.
Some traces of original paint.
Heigth: 59.5 cm/23.4 inch
Depth...
Category
Mid-19th Century Norwegian Antique Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Birch
Set of Six PK-1 Dining Chairs by Poul Kjaerholm
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of six dining chairs designed by Poul Kjærholm for E. Kold Christensen in 1955. Originally, the series PK-1, -2, and -3 referenced a complete line of steel-frame chairs with the ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Kaare Klint Red Chair, Rud. Rasmussen, 1930s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Kaare Klint 'Red Chair' in Cuban mahogany, Niger leather and brass nails. Executed by Rud. Rasmussen 1936-1940.
Underside with manufacturer's paper label RUD. RASMUSSENS/SNEDKERIER/...
Category
1930s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Brass
Hans J. Wegner Cushion for Wishbone Chair CH24
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner cushions for wishbone chair model CH24.
Made in cognac boucle and good quality foam.
Only the cushion, not the chair.
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather
Pair of Modernist Chairs by Grete Jalk
By Sibast, Grete Jalk
Located in London, GB
Incredibly rare pair of oak and teak chairs by Grete Jalk.
The model 32-42 designed by Grete Jalk in 1962 and produced by the fine furniture maker Sibast are very rarely seen. Const...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak, Teak
Set of Four Folke Palsson for FDB Mobler Lacquered Danish "Pi" Dining Chairs
Located in Peabody, MA
Set of four side dining chairs designed by Folke Palsson for FDB Mobler, Denmark, circa 1960s. Often referred to as the "Pi" chair or its similarity to the mathematical symbol.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood
Primitive Swedish Child Stool early-18th century
Located in Farsta, SE
Primitive Swedish Child Stool early-18th century
Made of Pine wood and the backrest is made of birch wood.
Beautiful patina and smooth surface, wear consi...
Category
Early 18th Century Swedish Antique Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Birch, Pine
Alvar Aalto Chairs Artek A65 1950s
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Espoo, FI
Artek A65 chairs 2 pcs, designed by Alvar Aalto. The chairs are from 1950s. Wonderfully patinated and in good condition. The chairs have finger joints in the seat, and slotted screws...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Birch
Alvar Aalto / Otto Korhonen, Birch and Plywood Armchair Model 50101, 1929-30
Located in Helsinki, FI
This extremely rare solid birch and bent birch plywood armchair was designed by Finnish architect Alvar Aalto and Otto Korhonen, who was one of the best known Finnish cabinetmakers a...
Category
1920s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Birch, Plywood
20th Century Kubbestol Pine Chair. Sweden.
Located in Turners Falls, MA
20th Century Kubbestol Pine Chair. Sweden.
A Kubbestol is a traditional Scandinavian chair carved from a single section of a log, or kubbe, and has been in use since the Middle Ages...
Category
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Pine
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
10 Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen JH-503 Chairs in Teak and Leather
Located in Los Angeles, CA
We are excited to offer 4 early Hans Wegner JH-503 chairs designed in 1949 and Produced by Johannes Hansen. Fully restored solid old growth teak construction. Stamped with the maker'...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
The Round Chair by Hans J. Wegner for Johannes Hansen
Located in Sagaponack, NY
An oak "round" chair retaining the original upholstery with impressed stamp, "Johannes Hansen COPENHAGEN DENMARK".
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
Set of 6 Minimalist Pine Dining Chairs, Sweden, 1960s
Located in Rīga, LV
Set of six ladder-back dining chairs made of solid pine wood newly reupholstered with pearl white boucle fabric. I have a set of 4 chairs with similar design - shown in the last photo.
Category
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Pine
Niels Moller Model 57 Armchair, Rosewood & Papercord, 1959
Located in London, England
Niels Moller - Model 57 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
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Papercord, Rosewood
Model 2254 Lounge Chair by Børge Mogensen for Fredericia Stolefabrik, 1960s
Located in Hellouw, NL
Amazing lounge chair model BM-2254 Slædestolen designed by Børge Mogensen for Fredericia Stolefabrik, 1960s. This chair is adjustable in two different positions as can be seen on the...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Hans J. Wegner Chinese Chair for Fritz Hansen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Chinese chair by Hans J. Wegner, 1944. Executed by Fritz Hansen, 1980.
Cherrywood and leather cushion.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Cherry
Pair of 1970's Rainer Daumiller solid pinewoo dining chairs, Denmark
Located in Bern, CH
Pair of 1970's Rainer Daumiller Danish modern dining chairs. Solid pinewood construction. Curved backrest, recessed seat with cylindrical lags. Scandinavian minimalism in Brutalist s...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Pine
Arne Jacobsen Grand Prix Chair 4130
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Arne Jacobsen Grand Prix Chair, model 4130. Original vinyl seat cover in very nice shape. Pretty clean example, spine in good shape! Solid Chair perfect...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Oak
Pair of Easy Chairs in Oak and Cognac Brown Leather by Børge Mogensen, 1950's
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Pair of Easy Chairs in Oak and Original Cognac Brown Leather by Børge Mogensen, 1950's
Additional Information:
Material: Oak and original cognac brown leather
Style: Mid century, Sc...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Oak, Leather
Danish Dining Chairs in Teak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Dining chairs in teak, Denmark, 1960s
These well made Danish dining chairs have a convincing appearance and a construction typical for Danish style furniture...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Teak
'Laila' Armchair in Sheepskin by Ilmari Lappalainen for Asko, Finland, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Excellent condition. Newly reupholstered in honey colored sheepskin.
Set of 2 available. Listed price is for a single.
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin
Balloon Lounge Chair in Brown Nubuck Leather by Hans Olsen for Warm Nordic
By Hans Olsen
Located in Viby J, DK
The iconic balloon lounge chair with its industrial look was the work of the highly acclaimed Danish architect, Hans Olsen, who designed the chair in the 1950s. The design of the lou...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese 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
Pair of Vintage Scandinavian Modern Patchwork Leather Lounge Chair SET from IKEA
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This set of armchairs was produced in the early 1980s by the Swedish brand IKEA. The SET model first appears in the catalogue in 1979, was upholstered exclusively in fabric at the ti...
Category
1980s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Pair of Axel-Einar Hjorth "Birka" chairs by Nordiska Kompaniet, 1930s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Model Birka. Produced by NK, 1930s.
Newly upholstered in honey colored sheep skin.
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Ash, Beech
Finnish Vintage Wood Chair Alvar Aalto Model 66, circa 1930
Located in Labrit, Landes
Chair Alvar Aalto model 66 Finnish vintage wood chair, circa 1930
Conception in 1933 for Artek manufacture
Suitable with 1950 or Scandinavian furniture...
Category
Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Beech
1930s “1522” Axel Larsson Birch chair
By Bodafors, Axel Larsson
Located in Madrid, ES
Axel Larsson chair model “1522” in birch and upholstery designed in 1936 and produced by Bodafors. Sweden, 30s.
This chair is in an excellent restored condition newly reupholstered....
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Birch
Kaare Klint Deck Chair for Rud. Rasmussen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Kaare Klint deck chair in teak with brass fittings. Executed by Rud. Rasmussen.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Cane, 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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