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
- Originated primarily in Denmark, Sweden and Finland
- Introduced in the United States in mid-20th century
- Informed by the Bauhaus and modernism; 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
Period: 20th Century
Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen Set of Four Chairs in Cognac Leather and Oak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen, set of four dining chairs, model ‘C23’, oak, teak, cognac leather, Denmark, designed in 1950
The chair model ‘C23’ features sophisticated details that characterize Wegner’s well-known designs. Per example, note the wood joints in shape of a crucifix that highlight the backrest. As one of the first exclusively for Carl Hansen designed chairs, the ‘C23’ surprises the user until today with a combination of Danish elegance and comfort.
Hans Wegner (1914-2007) is one of the most prolific furniture designers of the world. Wegner was born in 1914 in Denmark and began his apprenticeship with Danish master cabinetmaker H.F. Stahlberg when he was fourteen years old. Afterwards, he moved to Copenhagen and attended the School of Arts and Crafts between 1936 and 1938. In 1938, he was approached by the architects and designers Arne Jacobsen and Erik Møller...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak, Teak
Niels Møller Modell 75 Danish Oak Dining Papercord Chair for J.L. Møllers
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Niels Otto Möller Modell 75 for J.L. Möllers Mobelfabrik.
Solid oak frame with papercord.
Set of 4.
Classic Danish design.
In good vintage condition.
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Papercord, Teak
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
Teak and walnut 'Penguin' chair by Ib Kofod-Larsen for Selig
Located in Kleinburg, ON
This chair is a rare and original example of one of the most iconic designs by the Danish architect and furniture maker Ib Kofod-Larsen, who was known for his elegant and comfortable...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Beech, Teak
Pair of Kaare Klint Red Chairs, Patinated Leather, Brass Nails and Mahogany
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Kaare Klint & Rud Rasmussen Snedkerier - Scandinavian Modern Design.
An beautiful pair of Kaare Klint red chairs, executed by cabinetmaker Rud. Rasmussen, Denmark.
Profiled legs of...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Kaare Klint Armchair for Rud. Rasmussen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Kaare Klint 'red chair' in walnut. Upholstered with Niger leather. Executed by Rud. Rasmussen, 1934-1938.
Underside with manufacturer's paper label RUD. RASMUSSENS/SNEDKERIER/45 NØR...
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1930s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Arne Jacobsen Early Edition "Oxford" Chair in Brown Leather, Fritz Hansen, 1966
Located in Odense, DK
Early edition "Oxford" swivel chair by Arne Jacobsen. Made in 1966 by Fritz Hansen, Copenhagen. Original brown leather with a beautiful patina. Brand sticker on the base dated 1066 (...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Poul Kjærholm Iconic PK 22 Chair reupholstered in Cowhide, E. Kold Christensen 2
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...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Danish Pair of Dining Chairs in Teak and Green Upholstery
By Duba
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Duba, pair of dining chairs, teak plywood, fabric, chrome-plated steel, Denmark, 1970s
Pair of Danish chairs manufactured by Duba. The design features a striking combination of mate...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Chrome, Steel
Side Chair in Mahogany and Leather by Frode Holm, 1950s
By Frode Holm
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Side Chair in Mahogany and Leather by Frode Holm, 1950s
Additional Information:
Material: Mahogany, leather
Style: midcentury, Scandinavian
Produced by Illums Bolighus in Denma...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
Yngve Ekström Oregon Pine Easy Chairs for Swedese, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Dronten, NL
Swedese’s founder Yngve Ekström was one of Sweden’s leading furniture designers during the 1950s and 60s. The organic and neat elegance of these chairs is typical of Ekström’s approa...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Pine
Hans Wegner CH30 Dining Chairs Carl Hansen, Denmark, 1950
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Stunning set of 6 dining chairs model CH30 designed by Hans J. Wegner and manufactured by Carl Hansen & Son, Odense Denmark 1950. These chairs are an early design by Wegner as they w...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Faux Leather, Oak, Teak
Arne Vodder Set of Six Dining Chairs in Teak and Black Leather
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Arne Vodder for Sibast Møbler, set of six dining chairs model 430, teak, black leather, Denmark, 1960s.
The basic and linear design gives these chairs a feel of lightness. The wood...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
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
Eight Arne Jacobsen 3207 and 3107 Chairs, Fritz Hansen, Denmark, 1973
Located in Dronten, NL
Matching set of 6 arm chairs model 3207 and 2 side chairs model 3107 designed by Arne Jacobsen, produced by Fritz Hansen in Denmark in 1973. Cream colored lacquer with some wear as o...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Set of Four Chairs Italian Production
Located in bari, IT
Set of four wooden chairs with red fabric seat of the period Italian production 1960s.
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Beech
Danish Mid-Century Teak & Oak Chair
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Teak & oak Danish chair, circa 1960's. Beautifully curved teak backrests and generous seat provides support and comfort. Solid oak legs with cross br...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Oak, 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
Folke Ohlsson Lounge Chair by DUX of Sweden in Cheetah Print Fabric
Located in New York, NY
Chic Folke Ohlsson lounge chair in dramatic cheetah print fabric, on exposed teak frame. This example is in very good, clean and original condition. Designed by Folke Ohlsson, for DU...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
Authentic Round Wabi Sabi Stool in Burl Wood & Hessian, Danish Modern, 1930s
Located in Odense, DK
Such an intriguing and inspiring small art deco / wabi sabi stool made in burl wood and the original hessian underclothing. Made by a Danish cabinetmaker in the 1930s.
This authentic vintage stool will fit in many interior styles. A modern, Scandinavian, Art Deco interior or a Classic home...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Burl
Pair of Ib Kofod-Larsen for Selig "Penguin" Chairs, 1960s
By Selig, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Pair of Danish Modern Kofod-Larsen for Selig Black Leather Penguin Chairs. Featuring a sturdy black wrought Iron framework with capped feet, slightly ...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Wrought Iron
Magnus Olesen Stacking Armchair Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern, 1970s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Vintage armchair by Magnus Olesen, Denmark. Curved laminated oakwood design with light grey upholstery. Dimensions: 55 W x 48 D x 75 H cm. Chair of the 61 series, stackable laminated...
Category
Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Wool, Oak, Plywood
Rare Fritz Hansen Lounge Chair, Beech and Woven Seagrass, Denmark, 1940s
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Fritz Hansen & Attributed. Frits Schlegel
Scandinavian Modern
A stunning and lounge chair in beech and seagrass made by Danish cabinetmaker Fritz Hansen in the 1940s, design attr...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Seagrass, Beech
Alvar Aalto War Time Chairs Model 69, Artek 1940s
Located in Helsinki, FI
A very rare Alvar Aalto chair model 69, manufactured during the 2nd World war years in the 1940s. The iconic L-leg is different in these pieces compared to the normal. As a result of the war, Finland had a shortage of resources including glue, which was normally used in these chairs, so Aalto came up with a new design called the finger joint, to save recources during difficult times.
Although can be used as a nornmal chair, this is also a very nice collectors item. We have 2 chairs, and both are stamped "Artek Aalto design" .
Can be sold individually or as a pair. Reupholstered in Artek Fabric...
Category
1940s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Birch
Pair of Hunting Chairs Model 168 by Kurt Østervig 1960s
Located in Handewitt, DE
Pair of hunting chairs in solid oak and patinated cognac saddle leather by Kurt Østervig for KP Møbler Denmark 1960s. Model 168. „Jadtstol“.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
Karl Erik Ekselius for JOC Dining Desk Side Chair
Located in New York, NY
Midcentury Danish modern style side chair, made in Sweden for JOC, designed by Karl Erik Ekselius. The chair has a leather seat, and backrest, on a solid wood (probably dark stain te...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
Lounge Chair in Metal and Sheepskin by Hans Wegner, 1960s
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare lounge chair / flag halyard chair designed by Hans Wegner
Produced by GETAMA in Denmark
Metal, flagline, sheepskin, cushion
1960s
Good vintage condition, with signs of usage...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin
5 Vintage Niko Kralj Folding Plywood Armchairs, Slovenia, 1950s
By Niko Kralj
Located in Grand Cayman, KY
Mid Century Modern set of 5 Vintage and Ingenious folding "Rex" lounge chairs by Niko Kralj (1920-2013).
Niko Kralj is one of the central figures of Slovenian post-war industrial de...
Category
1950s Slovenian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood, Beech, Birch, Bentwood, Plywood
Rustic Danish Chairs in Straw and Oak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Dining chairs, oak, straw wicker, Denmark, 1960s
This collection comprises an extensive array of rustic Danish church chairs, constructed from du...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Straw, Oak
Rare Midcentury Scandinavian Dining Chairs Set of Four
By Gemla
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Beautiful sexy of 4 chairs boy Gemla Sweden. Warm patina throughout. They sit wonderfully stacked as a space saving feature. Sculpted black lacquered seats are as comfortable as they are beautiful to look at. Sold as a set of four.
Local pickup...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood, Lacquer
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
Kai Kristiansen Set of 8 Model 42 Rosewood and Velvet Dining Chairs
Located in London, GB
Kai Kristiansen - Model 42 Dining Chairs, 1956.
Set of 8x dining chairs produced by Skovman Andersen for the Illum Bolighus department store in Copenhagen. The frames are made fro...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Rosewood
A set of chairs by Kai Kristiansen from the 1960s, Denmark, model 31
Located in Chorzów, PL
A set of 4 iconic teak chairs model 31 designed by Kai Kristiansen. Made in Denmark in the 1960s.
Excellent condition after renovation and replacement of upholstery. An icon of Scan...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Trybo pine dining chairs (4) by Edvin Helseth for Stange Bruk, Norway 1960s
Located in Denventer, NL
Set of 4 pine dining table chairs from the “Trybo” series designed by Edvin Helseth and produced by Stange Bruk, Norway 1960s. The chairs are constructed with wooden pins and dowels ...
Category
1960s Norwegian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Pine
Pair of Danish Modern Bullhorn Rare Armchairs by Harry Ostergaard
Located in San Diego, CA
Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of mid-century Danish design with this exquisite pair of 'Bull Horn' chairs crafted by Harry Østergaard for Randers Møbelfabrik in the 1950s...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Naugahyde, Teak
Set of 4 Razor Blade Dining Chairs in Oak & Sheepskin by Henry Kjærnulf, Denmark
Located in Odense, DK
Set of 4 vintage "razor blade" dining chairs in solid patinated quarter sawn Scandinavian oak upholstered in long haired organic sheepskin from Gotland. A very impressive set in good...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Oak, Sheepskin
Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Set of Ten 'Butterfly' Chairs in Plywood
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, 'Butterfly' or 3107 chairs, plywood, steel, Denmark, design 1955
Set of iconic multifunctional chairs by master designer Arne Jacobsen. These chair...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Midcentury Arne Jacobsen Series 7 Chairs Sunny Yellow
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Pair of yellow Arne Jacobsen series 7 chairs for Fritz Hansen. No real signs of wear. This iconic design is one of the most successful chairs every produced from this era. Incredibly...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Kastrup Chair In Cognac Leather Model AP40 By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Lejre, DK
The AP40 lounge chair, designed by Hans J. Wegner in 1958, is a remarkable part of the minimalist Kastrup series, which is still in use in the welcoming interior of Copenhagen Airpor...
Category
1980s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather
Set of Four Hans J. Wegner Dining Chairs Model CH-47 in mahogany
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Set of four Hans J. Wegner dining chairs in mahogany
New upholstetred with vintage tan aniline leather.
Made by Carl Hansen, model CH47
Hans J. Wegner was born in 1914 in Tønder ...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Set of 8 Dining Chairs in Oak and Woven Cane by Arne Vodder, 1951
By Arne Vodder
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Set of 8 Dining Chairs in Oak and Woven Cane by Arne Vodder, 1951
Additional Information:
Material: Oak and woven cane
Style: Mid century, Scandinavian
Rare set of 8 dining chairs m...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Oak, Cane
Grythyttan P-40 Collaboration with Gunnebo, 1950s
By Grythyttan Stålmöbler
Located in Farsta, SE
Grythyttan is a iconic Swedish outdoors manufacturer and has been furniture in Sweden since the 1930s.
This is one of their most unusual model P-40 and was made in the 1950s, made...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal, Metallic Thread
Decorative White Painted Armchair, Wabi Sabi, Early 20th Century
Located in Odense, DK
A decorative antique tripod armchair with interesting shapes. A rare decorative object made in wood and painted white. Crafted by a cabinetmaker in Sweden ca 1900-1920. A true wabi s...
Category
Early 20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood
Børge Mogensen Model BM1 Dining Oak Chairs for C.M. Madsens Set of 6
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This set of 6 Model BM1 Chairs.
It was designed 1958 by Børge Mogensen and produced by C.M.Madssn Fabriken.
These chairs are old and the first production.
T...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Papercord, Oak
Rainer Daumiller Pair of Dining Chairs in Pine
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Rainer Daumiller for Hirtshals Sawmill, pair of dining chairs, pine, Denmark, 1970s
Beautiful, organic and natural dining chairs in solid pine designed by Rainer Daumiller. A simpli...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Pine
Vintage 1950's Retro Orange chairs Fritz Hansen
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Markington, GB
Vintage 1950's Retro Orange Fritz Hansen chairs
lovely set of chairs nice orange colour with just the right patina, these chairs would bright up any room.
Sought after chairs, qui...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
Brazilian Rosewood PE Jorgensen Danish Dining Chairs
Located in Oakland, CA
Set of six mid-century Danish dining chairs designed by P.E. Jorgensen for Farso Stolefarik, 1955, Denmark. The chairs are crafted of Brazilian rosewood with dark figured grains, com...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Rosewood
Pair of Safari Chair « Diana » by Karin Mobring
Located in Bruxelles, BE
Karin Mobring
Safari chair « Diana »
1970
Leather, linen, Pine
70 x 63 x 60 cm
The frame is made in wood and upholdery is made in Swedish ecru linen.
These Safari chairs are a design by Karin Mobring for the well-known Ikea department store and they were produced in the 70s. This model is also called the "Diana Chair...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Linen, Wood
1950s Danish Leather High Back Lounge Chair
Located in Turners Falls, MA
Sculptural Danish Leather High Back Lounge Chair. Original black leather. Nailed head details. Beech wood legs. 1950’s. Denmark.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather
6 Danish A-frame Walnut Dining Chairs (24 available)
Located in Oakland, CA
Set of six mid-century Danish solid walnut dining chairs upholstered in the original saddle and black leather.
Professionally restored...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Hans J Wegner, the Chair/Round Chair, Design 1949, for Johannes Hansen, Denmark
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
Hans J Wegner, the chair or round chair, model JH503, designed 1949, manufactured by Johannes Hansen, Denmark
Teak frame with curved back, upholstered black leather seat
Stampe...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
"Tapiolina" Chair by Ilmari Tapiovaara for Fratelli Montina
Located in Conversano, IT
"Tapiolina" chair by Ilmari Tapiovaara for Fratelli Montina
Superb chair in solid ash wood model "Tapiolina" designed by Ilmari Tapiovaara for Fratelli Montina in 1974, Italy.
I...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood
Tove & Edvard Kindt-Larsen "Model 125" Lounge Chair for France & Son
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A low, Danish lounge chair by husband-and-wife design team Tove and Edvard Kindt-Larsen for France & Son. This example from 1958 has a teak frame around fixed cushions, upholstered i...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Teak, Upholstery
Grete Jalk, Midcentury 8 Rosewood and Leather Chairs P Jeppesens Denmark
Located in Forest, BE
Elegant massive rosewood and black leather chairs by female designer Grete Jalk. Produced in the 6à's by cabinetmaker Poul Jeppessens. We have 8 chairs available and a table. 4 more chairs with leather on the backrest so 12 chairs in total. Please ask for more pictures.
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Grete Juel Jalk est née à Copenhague. Après avoir été diplômée de l'école secondaire, section langues et philosophie, elle a étudié à l'École de design pour femmes (de 1940 à 1943) avec l’ ébéniste Karen Margrethe Conradsen. Elle a terminé ses études à la Danish Design School en 1946, et a également suivi un enseignement avec Kaare Klint à l'Académie royale des beaux-arts du Danemark.
Elle a pris part aux compétitions annuelles du Musée du Design et du département mobilier de la Design School, où elle a également enseigné de 1950 à 1960.
En 1953, Jalk ouvre son propre studio de design. Inspirée par le mobilier stratifié, courbé, contreplaqué de Alvar Aalto et les créations en contreplaqué moulé de Charles Eames, elle commence à développer ses propres modèles tout en courbes. L’intérêt pour ces modèles non conventionnels a progressé lentement. En 1963, le journal anglais The Daily Mirror...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
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
Pair of Ib Kofod-Larsen Candidate Chairs, Afromosia Teak
Located in London, GB
Pair of Ib Kofod-Larsen Candidate Chairs, circa 1960.
A pair of Afromosia African teak 'Kandidaten', lounge chairs produced by Olof Perssons Fatoljindu...
Category
1960s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Mid Century Swivel Office Desk Lounge Chair by HW Klein for Brahmin Mobelfabrik
By H.W. Klein, Brahmin
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
Hans Brattrud 'Scandia' Lounge Chair, Norway, 1960
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A chair from the Scandia series, designed by Norwegian designer Hans Brattrud in 1957 and produced by Hove Mobler in midcentury, circa 1960.
The chair is made of a chromed steel bas...
Category
1950s Norwegian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
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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