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
Vintage Danish Modern Lounge Chairs by Kurt Østervig for Ryesberg Møbler, 1960
Located in Asaa, DK
Vintage Danish modern lounge chairs by Kurt Østervig for Ryesberg Møbler, 1960.
Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern pair of green upholstered...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Wool, Teak
Black Kilta Chair by Olli Mannermaa
Located in Dronten, NL
This elegant Kilta chair was designed by Finland designer Olli Mannermaa for Martela.
The Kilta chair is a Finnish design Classic. Kilta’s timeless design and very comfortable seati...
Category
1960s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Rainer Daumiller Set of Eight Dining Chairs in Pine
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Rainer Daumiller for Hirtshals Sawmill, set of eight dining chairs, pine, Denmark, 1970s
Beautiful, organic and natural dining chairs in solid pine by Danish Rainer Daumiller in t...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Pine
Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Teak Set of 6 Dining Chairs #8 by Helge Sibast
By Helge Sibast
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous simple yet elegant set of 6 severely angled spindle back dining chairs in Teak by Helge Sibast. Very tight and comfy in excellent vintage condition with minimal wear. Priced...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Single Rosewood Chair by Erling Torvits
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Rosewood dining chair by Erling Torvits for Soro Stolefabrik in the 1960s. Stunning organic silhouette and comfortable ladder rung ba...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Rosewood
Mid Century Swivel Office Desk Lounge Chair by HW Klein for Brahmin Mobelfabrik
By Brahmin, H.W. Klein
Located in New York, NY
Iconic midcentury swivel egg chair, by H.W. Klein for Brahmin Mobelfabrik, made in Denmark c. 1970s. The chair features a sculptural cast aluminum four star base, and a swivel mounte...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Torsten Claesson set of 4 chairs by Steneby Hemslöjd, Sweden circa 1940.
Located in Hägersten-Liljeholmen, Stockholms län
Rare set of chairs design by Torsten Claesson for Steneby Hemslöjd in Sweden circa 1940. The chairs are made in solide pine with a really nice patina. Top condition. Torsten Claesson...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Pine
Niels Moller Model 62 Armchairs, Rosewood & Papercord, 1960s
Located in London, England
Niels Moller - Pair of Model 62 Armchairs in Rosewood & Papercord, 1962
Rarely seen edition of this iconic design made from exquisite, highly figured rose...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Papercord, Rosewood
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
Exceptional 'Heart' Chair in Purple Mohair, Brøndbyøster Møbel, Denmark, 1953
Located in The Hague, NL
This exceptionally rare chair was produced by the Danish company Brøndbyøster Møbel & Trævarefabrik A/S in 1953. The model was aptly named 'Hjertestolen' which is Danish for 'Heart C...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Mohair, Upholstery, Velvet, Beech
Single Rosewood Chair by Erling Torvits
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Rosewood dining chair by Erling Torvits for Soro Stolefabrik in the 1960s. Stunning organic silhouette and comfortable ladder rung ba...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Rosewood
Contemporary Chair 'Elé' by Ann Demeulemeester, Oak Natural (in stock)
Located in Paris, IDF
Dining Chair 'Elé' designed by Ann Demeulemeester for Serax.
Solid Oak
Stain: Natural
The 'Elé' chair by Ann Demeulemeester is a timeless expression of understated elegance and m...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Oak
Contemporary Chair 'BAIA' by Kensaku Oshiro x DK3, Black 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: powder coated steel, black
Backrest: leather
Fabric: Pelle Brown Leather
Dimensions:...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
BAIA Black Chair by Kensaku Oshiro, Oak, Leather
By Kensaku Oshiro, DK3
Located in Paris, IDF
'Baia' chair designed by Kensaku Oshiro for DK3.
Steel, leather and walnut
Dimensions: H 70 x 55 x 48 cm
Model shown on main picture:
Frame: Black
Wood: Oak
Leather: Pelle
Frame:...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
$2,022 / item
Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen for Søborg Dining Chair in Teak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen for Søborg Møbelfabrik, dining chair, model '316', teak, papercord, Denmark, 1950s.
This organic looking chair is made with an outstanding attent...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Papercord, Teak
Hans Wegner Sawbuck Chair
Located in New York, NY
A Danish oak and leather armchair.
Designed by Hans Wegner
Name - Sawbuck chair
Model Number - CH-28 armchair was designed by Hans Wegner in 195...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Oak, Leather
Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard Nielsen 8 Teak Dining Chairs Model 316 for Soborg
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This set of 8 dining chairs model 316, was designed by Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard Nielsen for Søborg Møbelfabrik.
They are made from teak and feature the original paper cord.
...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Papercord, Teak
A Set Of 6 Original 1965 Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Model 3103 Hammer Chair
Located in Reading, Berkshire
Original Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Model 3103 Plywood "Hammer Chair" 1965
These chairs were originally designed 1955, these were manufactured in May...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Plywood, Teak
Erik Buch Four Fully Restored Costumizable Danish Teak Dining Chairs
Located in Knebel, DK
Four Danish 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...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Teak
Mogens Koch ‘Mk-16’ Safari Chair for Rud Rasmussen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Mogens Koch furniture designed a lot of award wining midcentury furniture. The Danish architect was known for his functional approach to furniture design and for prioritizing comfort and accessibility. Koch also drew on older traditions and techniques. His chairs and tables show the influence of the Shaker Style and Englisch pieces of the 18th century.
Koch was born in Copenhagen and attended the Royal Danisch Academy of fine Arts. After graduating, he worked as an assistant to Kaare Klint, an important figure in Danish modernism who was responsible for establishing the furniture design program at Koch’s alma mater. Klint favored historical styles and inspired Koch to view furniture design as an evolutionary process built on the traditions of the past. Over the course of their partnership, in the late 1920s, Koch began creating modular bookcases.
In 1932, Rud Rasmussen began to produce Koch designs. An early Koch seating design that the Danish manufacturer made was the MK Safari...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Beech
Danish Modern Dining Chairs by Artfurn, Denmark
Located in Denton, TX
Set of six teak dining chairs by Artfurn company of Denmark with sculptual v-shaped frames.
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
$3,500 / set
Set of Six Restored Erik Buch Dining Chairs in Solid Teak, Custom Upholstery
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of six Erik Buch dining chairs made by Anderstrup Møbelfabrik
The chairs feature a solid teak frame and are as all of Erik Buchs chairs characterized by top quality materials, s...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Teak
1940’s Danish Dressing Chair Attributed to Magnus L Stephensen
Located in Turners Falls, MA
1940’s Danish dressing chair attributed to Magnus Laessoe Stephensen. Cognac leather with nailheads. Stained Birch frame. Denmark
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather
Set of 5 Alvar Aalto Model 65 Chairs In Birch & Blue Linoleum, Artek 1960s
Located in Helsinki, FI
A beautiful set of five Model 65 chairs, designed by Alvar Aalto, manufactured by Huonekalu- ja Rakennustehdas Oy, and retailed by Artek in Finland. The chairs are in beautiful vinta...
Category
1960s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Laminate, Birch
Pair of Easy Chairs in Rosewood & Steel Frame by Jens Harald Quistgaard, 1960's
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Pair of Easy Chairs in Rosewood and Chromium Plated Steel Frame, Seat Cushion and Back Upholstered with Brown Suede by Jens Harald Quistgaard, 1960's
Additional Information:
Materia...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Rosewood, Suede
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
Chairs Produced in Scandinavia
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare pair of chairs by unknown designer. Produced in Scandinavia.
Category
1950s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Elm
$5,948 / set
Emil Cederlund Stump Chair Produced in Mora, Sweden
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Unique stump chair by Emil Cederlund. Produced in Mora, Sweden.
Category
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Pine
Contemporary Chair 'BAIA' by Kensaku Oshiro x DK3, Chrome Frame, Black 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: Black Pelle leather
Dimensions:
H.74 x 58 x 50 cm ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
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
Set of 8 Dining Chairs in Rosewood and Woven Cane by Steffan Syrach-Larsen, 1960
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Set of 8 Dining Chairs in Solid Rosewood and Woven Cane by Steffan Syrach-Larsen, 1960
Additional Information:
Material: Solid rosewood and woven cane
Style: Mid century, Scandinavi...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Rosewood, Cane
Pair of Mid-Century Easy Chairs by Engen, Örkelljunga, Sweden, 1960s
Located in Karis, Nyland
These mid-century easy chairs by Engens Möbelfabriker in Sweden were designed to be easy to move around. These chairs are not only easy to move around; they are also beautiful in the...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Beech
$2,379 Sale Price / set
50% Off
Black Leather Hammock Chair, Mogens Voltelen, circa 1930
Located in London, GB
The interplay of straight and curved lines within the chair’s design is very visually satisfying. The rhythm of lines is evident not only in the mahogany wood frame but within the leather too. The seat and back having a hammock construction mean the leather is allowed to bow naturally.
The continuous curve that the back legs are carved into and the apron (wooden rail across the front) at the front of the chair both echo the exact arc of the leather hammock...
Category
1930s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
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
! Poul Kjærholm PK 22 Chair Reupholstered in Cowhide E. Kold Christensen 1963
Located in Santa Gertrudis, Baleares
Poul Kjærholm (1929–1980) the praised Danish designer, the "furniture architect", designed the emblematic PK22 Chair in 1956. Standing out from the other Danish mid century designers, his predilection material wasn't wood but steel.
This PK22 gets its outstanding comfort from the cowhide which is floating above the metal structure, thanks to the curved crossbars that holds the feet together without interfering with the seat's ergonomy. The obviously powerful and effective design speaks for itself, fitting perfectly a more intimate space needing structure and discretion thanks to the thin and light side view, as well as larger rooms thanks to the wide seat and backrest creating subtle geometric shapes.
The chair has been reupholstered in an elegant black and white cowhide, whose unique pattern interacts gracefully with the design.
The frame bears...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
"Ariston" chairs by Augusto Bozzi
Located in Brescia, IT
Set of four iconic Italian-made chairs designed by Augusto Bozzi, model 'Ariston'.
Good condition. May show some signs of time. Please pay attention to the photographs.
AD828
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
Alvar Aalto chair model 62 by Artek 1950s
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Espoo, FI
Model 62 chair, designed by Alvar Aalto and manufactured by Artek. The chair is from around 1950s, and in good used condition. There is an old Artek stamp in the bottom of the chair.
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Birch, Fabric
Table Height Sculptural Chair Stool w Backrest Black Smoke Metal & Black Leather
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The Hug contemporary table stool with backrest is designed and conceived with a light aesthetic, the slight oscillation of the steel rod of 12 mm is complemented by the flexibility o...
Category
2010s Spanish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Contemporary Chair 'Boho' by Ann Demeulemeester, Lilac Beech (in stock)
Located in Paris, IDF
Sculptural Chair 'Boho' designed by Ann Demeulemeester for Serax.
Solid beech wood
Stain: Lilac
The 'Boho' chair by Ann Demeulemeester redefines modern design with its bold, sculp...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Beech
Baia Green Chair by Kensaku Oshiro, Walnut, Leather
By DK3, Kensaku Oshiro
Located in Paris, IDF
'Baia' chair designed by Kensaku Oshiro for DK3.
Steel, leather and walnut
Dimensions: H 70 x 55 x 48 cm
Model shown on main picture:
Frame: Green
Wood: Walnut
Leather: Pelle
Fra...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
$2,141 / item
Ensemble de 6 chaises assise en jonc et dossier en échelle GUILLERME ET CHAMBRON
Located in TOURCOING, FR
Ensemble de 6 chaises de salle à manger assise en jonc et dossier en échelle GUILLERME ET CHAMBRON 1950's
Category
1950s French Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Rush, Oak
NON Rubber Chair
Located in Courbevoie, FR
If the comfort and credential of being in the permanent collection of the MoMA isn’t enough, I’m sure that the fact you can turn over this chair and show the credits to your friends ...
Category
2010s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Rubber
$951 / item
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 traditiona...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Latvian Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Oak
Set of 4 Scandinavian Modern Poro L Dining Chairs in Beech, Made in Switzerland
By Dietiker
Located in Stein am Rhein, CH
This Poro set offers the highest comfort along with elegant simplicity.
The Poro chair is one of the most ergonomic and comfortable chairs on the market.
The chair's features inclu...
Category
2010s Swiss Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Beech
Contemporary Chair 'BAIA' by Kensaku Oshiro x DK3, Chrome Frame, Grey Fabric
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: Fabric
Fabric: Balmoral 91
Dimensions:
H.74 x 58 x 50 cm / Seat he...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Pair of Rare E66 Chairs by Alvar Aalto for Artek, Finland
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Karis, Nyland
A rare pair of Alvar Aalto model E66 chairs, designed in 1930s. Good vintage condition, patina consistent with age and use. The chairs are sold as a set.
We can dismantle the chairs...
Category
Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Birch, Bentwood
Sert of 2 Carved Solid Pine Chairs, Denmark, 1970s
Located in Rīga, LV
Pair of minimalist carved pine dining chairs with a wide seat.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Pine
Set of 4 Mid Century Danish Modern Teak Stacking Stools after Alvar Aalto
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A complete set of four teak stools in the style of Alvar Aalto. Well made in great shape.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Teak
Set of Niels Koefoed Dining Chairs, Model "Lis", Rosewood, 1960s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Set of Niels Koefoed dining chairs made in solid rosewood.
New upholstered in tan aniline leather.
Model Lis, made by Niels Koefoeds Møbelfabrik Hornslet, 1960s.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Exceptional Swedish Folk Art Chair ca 1790
Located in Farsta, SE
Exceptional Swedish Folk Art Chair, ca1790
This chair is just love - like a sun with its intricate carvings and patina.
It’s also a bit of a head-scratcher. Where is it from? Which...
Category
1790s Swedish Antique Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Pine
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
Swedish Folk Art Chair ca 1821
Located in Farsta, SE
Swedish Folk Art Chair dated 1821
This exceptional folk art chair, crafted from pine wood in 1821, is 202 years old.
The beautiful patina and various repairs over the years have ma...
Category
1820s Swedish Antique Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Pine
Palle Suenson Chair
Located in Dronten, NL
Dark stained beech chair with a webbed leather seating. The chair is attributed to Palle Suenson, as they come from the office building of the Aarhus Oliefabrik (1938-1942), which wa...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Beech
$1,950 / item
Pair of Safari Easy Chairs in Ash, Brass and Leather by Kaare Klint, 1950's
By Kaare Klint
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Pair of Safari Easy Chairs in Ash, Brass and Leather by Kaare Klint, 1950's
Additional Information:
Material: Ash, brass and leather
Style: Mid century, Scandinavian
Produced by Rud...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Brass
Set of 4 Vintage Scandinavian Midcentury Modern Teak Wood & Fabric Dining Chairs
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This set of four modernist chairs was manufactured by the Danish manufacturer Glostrup Møbelfabrik during the 1960s. They are made of solid teak in a warm shade of brown. The seat is...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Teak
$2,660 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Wishbone Chair Model CH 24 by Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen, 1960's
Located in Barcelona, ES
Wishbone chair model CH 24 designed in 1949 by Hans Wegner and produced in 1960 by Carl Hansen & Son, Denmark. Old edition in black lacquered beech wood frame with new papercord seat.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Papercord, Beech
Erik Buch Teak Desk Chair with Arms for Christiansen Møbelfabrik
Located in San Diego, CA
Mid-Century desk chair designed by Erick Buch for Christiansen Møbelfabrik Denmark (only one pictured). Features a solid teak frame and beautifully curved backrest that provide suppo...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
$764 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Helge Vestergaard Jensen Rocking Chair designed 1959
Located in London, GB
Designed in 1959 by Helge Vestergaard-Jensen, this rosewood edition was made by the Niels Roth Andersen, Alderman of the Copenhagen Guild of Furniture Makers from the mid-90s until ...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Hardwood, Rosewood
$9,157 Sale Price
20% Off
Marta Blomstedt Pair of Easy Chairs in Sheepskin, Model Aulanko, Finland
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Pair of Märta Blomstedt easy chairs. Legs in stained ash and upholstered in sheepskin. Model designed for Hotel Aulanko, Finland, 1939.
The chairs are newly refinished an upholstere...
Category
1930s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Ash
Karin Mobring Iconic Pine Safari Armchair with Canvas Seat & Leather Straps
Located in Reading, Berkshire
Karin Mobring Pine Safari Armchair With Canvas Seat & Leather Straps Made In Sweden For Ikea 1972
Karin Elisabet Mobring (1927-08-07 — 2005-02-17), Furn...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Pine, Leather, Canvas
$1,853 Sale Price
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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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