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 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
Pair of Easy Chairs in Aluminium and Leather by Arne Jacobsen, 1970's
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Pair of Easy Chairs in Aluminium and Leather by Arne Jacobsen, 1970's
Additional Information:
Material: Aluminium and leather
Style: Mid century, Scandinavian
Rare pair of easy chai...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Pair of Easy Chairs 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
Set of Four Ilmari Tapiovaara Pirkka chairs, Laukaan Puu, Finland 1960s
Located in Helsinki, FI
The iconic Pirkka chair was designed by Ilmari Tapiovaara in the mid-1950s and produced by Laukaan Puu and later by Asko. It quickly became a favourite among modern furniture enthusi...
Category
1960s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Pine
Rare Chair, Yrjö Kukkapuro, Avarte, 1980s
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Rare chair, designed by Yrjö Kukkapuro for Academy of Arts, manufactured by Avarte, 1980s. Painted wood, painted metal frame. Good vintage condition, patina...
Category
1980s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
Scandinavian Modern Cannes Chair Made with Oak, Handmade by Stylish Club
Located in Seroa, PT
The Cannes collection fulfils the purpose of presenting pieces that provide unequalled comfort in addition to their distinctive aesthetics. The finishing materials are of the highest...
Category
2010s Portuguese Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Oak, Textile
Pair of Easy Chairs in Teak by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, 1950's
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Pair of Easy Chairs in Teak, Brass and Newly Reupholstered in Gabriel Savak Plain by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, 1950's
Additional Information:
Material: Teak, brass and ne...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Teak, Fabric
Contemporary Chair 'Hippo Steel' by Norr11, Mumble-026
Located in Paris, IDF
'Hippo steel' Chair
Signed by Kristian Sofus Hansen and Tommy Hyldahl for Norr11.
Model shown on the picture:
Fabric: Mumble - 026
Customers can choose from :
- Upholstery : Fabr...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Mid-Century Swedish Sawbuck Easy Chair
Located in Karis, Nyland
A Swedish 1950s easy chair made from solid beech with a distinctive sawbuck-shaped profile. Re-upholstered in a brown textile with a boucle style knotty texture. A neat model, comfor...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Beech
$1,285 Sale Price
30% Off
Frits Henningsen Double Layer Caned Back Transitional Modern Armchair
Located in Minneapolis, MN
This armchair was designed and built by master Danish cabinet maker Frits Henningsen. The chair features a double layered cane back, new wool-linen blend upholstery in a flax/pale sa...
Category
1930s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Cane, Beech
Poul Kjærholm 'PK0 A' Chair for Fritz Hansen in Black Colored Ash
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Kjærholm 'PK0 A' Chair for Fritz Hansen in Black Colored Ash.
Established in 1872, Fritz Hansen has become synonymous with legendary Danish design. Combin...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood, Ash
Clam Easy Chair in Black Colored Wood and Sheepskin by Arnold Madsen, 1944
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Clam Easy Chair in Black Colored Wood and Sheepskin by Arnold Madsen, 1944
Additional Information:
Material: Black colored wood and sheepskin
Style: Mid century, Scandinavian
Produc...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin
Midcentury Modern Mahogany and Leather Dining Chairs, Josef Frank, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Set of eight dining chairs by Josef Frank, made from mahogany with green leather seats. Elegant slender lines with tall, ribbed backs. Decor of brass nails around the corners of the ...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Alvar Aalto Chairs model A65 by Artek 1950s
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Espoo, FI
Artek A65 chairs 2 pcs, designed by Alvar Aalto. The chairs are from circa 1950s. Wonderfully patinated and in good condition. The chairs have finger joints in the seat, and slotted ...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Birch
$1,788 / set
Mid Century Scandinavian Set of 4 Dining Chairs by Niels O Moller w/ Rope Seats
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of 4 Danish chairs in teak with braided seats made of waxed cardboard cord. The seats are meticulously hand-laced with over 120 meters of natural c...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Wicker, Teak
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
Verner Panton for Fritz Hansen 1973 Series 1-2-3 Butterfly Base
Located in Handewitt, DE
Set of six Verner Panton swivel chairs for Fritz Hansen 1973. Series 1-2-3, produced by Fritz Hansen Denmark 1978. Model with butterfly base. Four chairs with chromed armrests. Cover...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Arne Jacobsen Dining Chair
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Arne Jacobsen dining chair new upholstered with cognac pure aniline leather.
Base of chrome steel tube.
Model 3107 Syveren, made by Fritz Hansen.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather
$718 / item
Eric Merthen Style Scandinavian Modern Sweden Velvet Armchair, 1960s
By Eric Merthen
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Armchair in walnut-stained beech, in the style of Eric Merthen, Sweden in the 1960s, the armchair has been restored and re-upholstered in light blue velvet.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Beech
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
Pair of Easy Chairs in Birch & Original Leather Webbing by Bruno Mathsson, 1968
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Pair of Easy Chairs in Laminated Birch and Original Leather Webbing by Bruno Mathsson, 1968
Additional Information:
Material: Laminated birch and original leather webbing
Style: Mid...
Category
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Birch
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
'Liv' Chair by Jonas Bohlin, 1997
By Jonas Bohlin
Located in Stockholm, SE
Jonas Bohlin, chair, "Liv", model designed in 1997, provenance Sven Lundh.
White lacquered metal, upholstered seat covered in textile.
Signed Liv J Bohlin Färgfabriken 1997. Height ...
Category
1990s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Set of 14 Dining Chairs in Rosewood by Poul Hundevad, 1960's
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Set of 14 Dining Chairs in Rosewood and Reupholstered in Gabriel Savak Plain by Poul Hundevad, 1960's
Additional Information:
Material: Rosewood and reupholstered in Gabriel Savak p...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Rosewood, Fabric
Chair by Ivar Callmander, Sweden, 1920s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare armchair designed by Ivar Callmander, 1920s. Lacquered metal frame and rattan.
Very good condition.
Category
1920s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
A set of 4 Danish Dining Chairs Pine - Borge Mogensen "Asserbo"
Located in Stockholm, SE
A set of 4 dining chairs of model "Asserbo" designed by Borge Mogensen at Karl Andersson & Sons. These chair is made of pine and they are in excellent condition with reupholstered se...
Category
1960s 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
Sculptural Lounge Chair & Ottoman After Adrian Pearsall Iconic Grasshopper, 1960
Located in Deland, FL
The perfect combination of contours and angles create this exceptional c. 1960 chair and ottoman after Adrian Pearsall. The arms and legs are sc...
Category
1970s American Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Oak
Pair of Swedish Elm Bentwood Chairs in the Style of Alvar Aalto
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Atlanta, GA
Beautiful pair of Swedish side or dining chairs in the style of Alvar Aalto.
Measures: SH 18 SD 15.5 W 16.25 D 19.5 H 30.75.
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Elm, Bentwood
Sigfrid Ljungqvist Wing Shaped Chair, Petrol Blue Fabric and Beech, Sweden, 1958
Located in The Hague, NL
This rare chair was manufactured by Sigfrid Ljungqvists Möbelfabrik in Habo, Sweden. The chair was named the model Ving/300 and it was produced in 1...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wool, Upholstery, Beech
Arne Jacobsen Dining Chair
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Arne Jacobsen dining chair new upholstered with black semi aniline leather.
Base of chrome steel tube.
Model 3107 Syveren, made by Fritz Hansen.
New shell and base re-upholstered,...
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
$5,724 / set
Set of 6 N.O. Møller Dining Chairs, Model 78 in Rosewood with Paper Cord.
Located in Lejre, DK
Elegant set of 6 dining chairs designed by Niels Otto Møller and produced by J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik in Denmark. Model 78 is one of Møller’s most iconic designs and a fine example o...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Rosewood
Arm chair in elm and leather with exquisite patina by Arne Wahl Iversen, 1960s
Located in Hägersten, SE
Arm chair model St-750 designed by Arne Wahl Iversen. Produced in Denmark by Danish cabinetmaker during the 1960s. Made from solid elm wood with oil finish. Seat with patinated leath...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Elm
Hans Wegner PP51/3 V Chair PP Mobler, Denmark, 1988
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Rare set of 4 chairs model PP51/3 or the so called V chair designed by Hans J. Wegner and manufactured by PP Mobler, Denmark 1988. Between 1952-53 Wegner desig...
Category
1980s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Oak
PIA Chair by Poul Cadovius - Black Lacquered 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 ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Oak
$1,328 / item
Set of 12 Dining Chairs in Rosewood by Niels Kofoed, 1961
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Set of 12 Dining Chairs in Rosewood and Reupholstered in Gabriel Savak Plain (by Tove Kindt Larsen) by Niels Kofoed, 1961
Additional Information:
Material: Rosewood and reupholstere...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Rosewood, Wool
Tall Tripod Stool in Solid Pine, by a Danish Cabinetmaker, Mid Century, Ca 1960s
Located in Odense, DK
Highly decorative tall stool in solid pine. Made by a Danish cabinetmaker in 1960s.
This modern stool will fit in many types of home decors. Perfectly suited for a Classic, Wabi ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Pine
1960s Sven Ellekaer Customizable Brazilian Rosewood Chair in Excellent Condition
Located in Knebel, DK
1960s Sven Ellekaer Danish Brazilian rosewood lounge chair by Chrhristian Linnebergs Møbelfabrik
The rare highly collectible well designed chair with it´s excellent crafted three-le...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Rosewood
1960s, Danish chair by Farstrup, original condition, solid teak wood, leather.
Located in Tarm, 82
1960s, Danish design by Th. Harlev for Farstrup. Teak wood chair model 205 in red leather. Original good condition: no smells and no stains. Danish design directly from Denmark. Manu...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
Set of 4 Chairs 'Hippo' by Norr11, Light Smoked Oak, Barnum Bouclé Col.24
Located in Paris, IDF
HIPPO 4 Chairs
Signed by Kristian Sofus Hansen and Tommy Hyldahl for Norr11.
Model shown on the picture:
Wood: Light Smoked Oak
Fabric: Barnum Bouclé 024
Wood types availab...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Wool, Oak
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
1940's Danish Lounge Chair in Original Mohair
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Salt Lake City, UT
Sculptural high back danish lounge chair in original mohair. Beautiful age on this piece with minimal wear.
Excellent craftsmanship shine through in the details and lines.
Mohair i...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Mohair
Mid-Century Sculptural Brutalist Norwegian Stump Chair in Solid Wood
Located in Odense, DK
Sculptural brutalist stump chair in solid wood, probably birch root. Handcrafted in Norway.
Unusual shape and a decorative figure for the modern interior.
Honorable mentions in...
Category
1970s Norwegian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Birch
Pair of Scandinavian beech and mahogany chairs
Located in Brescia, IT
Late 1950s Scandinavian chairs, inspired by Tapiovaara's Fanett model, with mahogany seat and beech frame.
Pair of vintage Scandinavian chairs dating from the late 1950s, inspired b...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Beech, Mahogany
Sofa by AB Erik Ek's Snickerifabrik, Malmö, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Swedish Modern sofa in yellow fabric. Good condition, small signs of usage.
Sold in Sweden through the retailer Gösta Jonsson, 1940s.
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric
Mogens Koch MK16 Folding Safari Chair for Cado, Denmark
By Mogens Koch, Cado
Located in Barcelona, ES
MK16 folding Safari chair designed in 1932 by Mogens Koch and produced in 1960's by Cado, Denmark. Stained beech wood, leather, brass and new canvas upholstery.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Brass
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
MCM Scandinavian Modern Style High Back Lounge Chair & Ottoman Attr Home Chair
Located in Topeka, KS
Marvelous MCM (a.k.a. Mid-Century Modern) Scandinavian Style high back lounge chair and ottoman attributed to Home Chair Company. This set has been ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Scandinavian Modern Chair 'Lavitta' by Poiat, Black Oak
By Poiat
Located in Paris, IDF
Lavitta chair by Poiat
Designers: Timo Mikkonen & Antti Rouhunkoski
Collection Lavitta
Model shown: wood stain - black oak
Dimensions: D. 52 x W. 53 x...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Oak
Børge Mogensen, set of 6 BM-1 chairs for C.M Madsens Møbelfabrik
Located in Munster, NRW
Børge Mogensen, set of 6 BM-1 chairs for C.M Madsens Møbelfabrik
This set of 6 BM-1 chairs, by master Danish designer Børge Mogensen for C.M. Madsens Møbelfabrik, is a great example...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Papercord, Oak
Hans Wegner Cow Horn Chair, Model JH-505 for Johannes Hansen
Located in San Francisco, CA
Hans J. Wegner design cow horn chair, model JH-505 for Johannes Hansen. Rare dining or desk chair by the master Hans J. Wegner in solid teak with rosewood inlay. New cane seat, in ve...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Cane, Teak
Eight Restored Erik Buch Teak Dining Chairs, Including Custom Reupholstery
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of eight restored Erik Buch dining chairs made by Anderstrup Møbelfabrik.
The chairs are made in teak and feature a solid wooden frame and are as all of Erik Buchs chairs char...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood, Teak
Pair of Kaare Klint Safari Lounge Chairs for Rud Rasmussen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Danish lounge chairs designed by Kaare Klint in 1933 and produced by Rud Rasmussen in the 1960s. This pair features an ash wood frame strapped together by camel-colored leather sling...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Brass
Model Aslak Chairs, Ilmari Tapiovaara, Asko, 1960s
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Model Aslak chairs, designed by Ilmari Tapiovaara, manufactured by Asko, 1960s. Six pieces in total, sold separately. Birch frame, red faux leather seats. Good vintage condition, pat...
Category
1960s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Faux Leather, Birch
$1,184 / item
'Hippo' Chair by Norr11, Dark Smoked Oak, Dunes Leather Camel
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: Dunes Leather Camel 21004
Wood types availabl...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
Børge Mogensen Spanish Chair for Fredericia Furniture
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Børge Mogensen Spanish chair in oak and natural tanned leather. Executed by Fredericia Furniture and Dahlman Saddlers, Copenhagen.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
Domus Chair by Ilmari Tapiovaara, Keravan Puuteollisuus, 1950s
Located in Balen, BE
Early version of the Domus chair by Ilmari Tapiovaara, produced by Keravan Puuteollisuus in the 1950s. The Domus Chair was originally designed in 1946 as part of a series of furnitur...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Birch
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
Poul Henningsen, Pair of Foldable Theatre Chairs for the Betty Nansen Theatre, 1
By Poul Henningsen, Andreas Christensen
Located in Uppsala, SE
Rare pair of foldable theatre chairs designed by Poul Henningsen in 1957 for the renovation of the Betty Nansen Theatre (earlier The Young Theatre) in Copenhagen and made by Andreas Christensen...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal, Brass
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
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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Dakota Jackson Library Chair
Dark Horse Chair
Delaware Chair
Disco Chair
Dover Design Chair
Drexel Bamboo Chairs
Duba Chair
E15 Houdini
Eames Bucket Chair