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
Pair of Trienna Easy Chairs in Oak & Original Leather by Carl-Axel Acking, 1957
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Pair of Trienna easy chairs in Oak and original leather by Carl-Axel Acking, 1957.
Additional Information:
Material: Oak and original leather.
...
Category
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Oak
Børge Mogensen Two Armchairs for Fredericia Furniture
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Børge Mogensen two armchairs of oak and natural leather. Executed by Fredericia Furniture.
Category
1980s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
Grete Jalk Armchair
By Sibast, Grete Jalk
Located in London, GB
Incredibly rare 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. Constructed f...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak, Teak
$1,874 / item
Set of 4 Chairs in Mahogany and Leather by Kaare Klint Dining, 1930s
By Kaare Klint
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Set of 4 Chairs in Mahogany and Leather by Kaare Klint Dining, 1930s
Additional Information:
Material: Cuban mahogany and niger leather with brass rivets
Style: midcentury, Scan...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Mahogany, Leather
Erik Buch 1960s Dining Chairs Set of 8 1960s mid century modern Blue
By Erik Buch
Located in Lewes, England
Very rare set of 8 1960s dining chairs designed by Erich Buch for Nova Stolefabrik
Superb find - these are very unusual pieces and in good structural condition with teak colour wood...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Birch
$6,700 Sale Price / set
30% Off
Easy Chair by AB Erik Ek's Snickerifabrik, Malmö, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Stockholm, SE
"Fåtölj nr 186". Excellent condition. Newly reupholstered in honey colored sheepskin.
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin
'Hippo' Chair by Norr11, Light Smoked Oak, Barnum Bouclé col.24
Located in Paris, IDF
HIPPO Chair
Signed by Kristian Sofus Hansen and Tommy Hyldahl for Norr11.
Model shown on the picture:
Wood: Light Smoked Oak
Fabric: Barnum Bouclé 024
Wood types available: natura...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Wool, Oak
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
J104 Chair J Series , Black , Design by Jørgen Bækmark, for Hay
Located in Dubai, AE
Jørgen Bækmark’s J104 chair was designed as a cross between a dining chair and an easy chair,
HAY’s reproduction of this classic is crafted in solid beech with black color finish
M...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Latvian Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Beech, Plywood
Arne Jacobsen Dining Chair, Model ''Syveren'' 3107, Mokka Aniline Leather
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Arne Jacobsen dining chair new upholstered with Mokka aniline leather.
Base of chrome steel tube.
Model 3107 Syveren, made by Fritz Hansen.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather
$570 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Scandinavian Modern Erik Magnussen Z Down Folding Chairs by Torben Orskov, Pair
Located in Topeka, KS
Impressive vintage Scandinavian Modern Erik Magnussen Z Down folding chairs by Torben Orzkov in Denmark, a pair. Comprised of chrome tube frames and n...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Alfred Christensen Boomerang for Slagelse Danish Teak Dining Chair Set of 4
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Alfred Christensen dining boomerang chairs for Slagelse Møbelværk.
Solid teak wood and original wool fabric.
These are very old versions with the old stamp...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Wool, Teak
Svante Skogh Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chair by Säffle Möbelfabrik, Sweden
Located in New York, NY
A dramatic Scandinavian Modern Mid-Century armchair with a polished solid beech wood frame by Svante Skogh for Säffle Möbelfabrik. This chair has be...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood
Lammhults Model No. X75-2 Folding Easy Chair - Börge Lindau & Bo Lindenkrantz
Located in Bern, CH
Lammhults Model No. X75-2 Folding Easy Chair. Designed by Börge Lindau & Bo Lindenkrantz. Tubular chromed metal frame with original black linen seat and back rest.
Designer: Designed...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
Rare Pair of Easy Chairs in Oak and Leather by Alf Svensson, 1960's
By Alf Svensson
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare Pair of Easy Chairs / safari chairs in Oak and Leather, 1960's
Additional Information:
Material: Oak and leather
Style: Mid century, Scandinavia
Probably produced in Denmark
Di...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Oak, Leather
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
$2,655 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Trinidad Teak Dining Chairs by Nanna Ditzel 1990s Set of 4
Located in Asaa, DK
Trinidad teak dining chairs by Nanna Ditzel for Fredericia Stolefabrik Denmark 1990s
When designing the Trinidad Chair Model 3298 in 199...
Category
1990s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Teak
Contemporary Glass and Iridescent Steel Chair by Fredrik Paulsen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Glass and steel chair is made of tempered glass, passivated steel and sheepskin.
Fredrik Paulsen's work spans from furniture to interior and exhibition design. He is interested in creating a sense of Community and finding new ways to make the independent and small-scale design more accessible. Fredrik is a co-founder of Örnsbergsauktionen, a member of the Design Group Last and a visiting tutor at Beckmans College of Design.
In the spectra of Fredrik Paulsen’s work, notions of anti-consumerism, artificiality and counter culture...
Category
2010s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
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
Grete Jalk Chair with Arms, Teak with New Leather Upholstery, Beautiful Form
By Grete Jalk
Located in Kansas City, MO
Armchair designed by Grete Jalk (Greta Jalk), Denmark, 1950s. Solid teak frame has been reupholstered in new ivory leather.
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
Sigfrid Ljungqvist Wing Chair for Mobelfabrik, Sweden, 1950
Located in Paris, FR
Sigfrid Ljungqvist wing chair for Mobelfabrik, Sweden, 1950
This rare chair was manufactured by Möbelfabrik in Habo, Sweden. The chair was named th...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood
Vintage Dutch Plywood Beech Armchairs by Enraf Nonius Delft, 1970s
Located in Eindhoven, Noord Brabant
These 2 Dutch designed chairs were designed produced by Enraf Nonius in Delft, the Netherlands. The chairs are made of beech plywood and no screw or nail ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Beech
$845 Sale Price / set
56% Off
Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chair 'Lavitta' by Poiat, Black Oak
By Poiat
Located in Paris, IDF
Lavitta Lounge chair by Poiat
Designers: Timo Mikkonen & Antti Rouhunkoski
Collection Lavitta 2020
Model shown: Wood stain - Black Oak
Dimensions: D. 61 x W. 68 x H. 73
The Lavitta Chair...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Oak
Pair of Vintage Safari Chairs
Located in Brescia, IT
Original Scandinavian metal and fabric chairs.
These lightweight, modern chairs consist of a black metal base on which the fabric that serves ...
Category
1960s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
Suite de 8 chaises scandinaves vintage Ilmari Tapiovaara pour Asko en pin
Located in BESANÇON, FR
8 chaises vintage des années 70, en pin, de Ilmari Tapiovaara pour Asko, bon état général avec marques et patine du temps qui passe.
Ref 250 512
Hauteur : 79 cm
Largeur : 45 cm
Profo...
Category
1970s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Pine
Jørgen Christensens Set of Eight Dining Chairs in Cognac Leather and Oak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Jørgen Christensen, set of eight dining chairs, leather, oak, brass, Denmark, 1950s
Exclusive set of eight dining chairs designed by Danish designer and cabinetmaker Jørgen Christe...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Brass
'Shanghai' Chair by Norr11, Light Smoked Oak, Natural Rattan
By Norr11
Located in Paris, IDF
Scandinavian chair 'Shanghai' by Norr11
Designed by Rune Krojgaard & Knut Bendik Humlevik, 2011
Model in the picture:
Frame: Light Smoked Oak
Seat: Natural Rattan
Available as well with paper cord, french rattan or various upholsteries
Dimensions:
W. 58,5 cm
D. 57,7 cm
H. 79,5 cm
S.H. 45 cm
Arm rest 65 cm
A modern interpretation of the ancient Chinese Horseshoe Chair. The Shanghai Chair...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Rattan, Oak
Jørgen Bo and Vilhelm Wohlert ‘Louisiana’ Dining Chair in Oak and Suede
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Jørgen Bo and Vilhelm Wohlert for P. Jeppesens Møbelfabrik, ‘Louisiana’ dining chair, oak, suede, Denmark, 1958.
The ‘Louisiana’ chair was initially created for the Louisiana Museum of Modern Art in Humlebæk, Denmark, by the Danish architects Jørgen Bo and Vilhelm Wohlert. Inside the modern building complex the chairs were supposed to serve as functional chairs for events. Therefore, Bo and Wohlert had a comfortable chair in mind that is easily stackable. The round seat with off-white suede upholstery and a curved backrest provide comfort.
Jørgen Bo (1919-1999) first studied at the School of Architecture at the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts until 1941 and in 1960 was appointed as a professor. Together with Vilhelm Wohlert, Jørgen Bo designed...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Suede, Oak
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 Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
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
PIA Chair by Poul Cadovius - Light Oak
By DK3, Poul Cadovius
Located in Paris, IDF
PIA Chair
Solid oak frame, paper cordel seat
Dimensions: H75 x 49 x 48 cm (seat height 45cm)
Wood:
– Oak
– Smoked oak
– Black lacquered oak
– Walnut
Paper cordel:
– Natural
– Black (Contact us)
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The Pia chair signed by DK3 was imagined and designed by the famous designer Poul Codavius...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Oak
$1,318 / item
Easy Chairs in Oak with Original Fabric by Hans Wegner, 1950's
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Easy Chairs in Oak with Original Fabric by Hans Wegner, 1950's
Additional Information:
Material: Oak and original fabric
Style: Mid century, Scandinavian
Easy chairs model GE-240 / ...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Oak, Fabric
Set of 4 Vintage Midcentury Danish Modern Oak Chairs by Hans J Wegner for GETAMA
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This set of four chairs was designed by Hans J. Wegner for the Danish manufacturer Getama Gedsted during the 1960s. The raw, geometric frame of the chair is made of light oak wood. T...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Faux Leather, Oak
$2,370 Sale Price / set
20% Off
'Elephant' Dining Chair by Norr11, Natural Oak, Leather Mineral
Located in Paris, IDF
Elephant Dining Chair with Armrest
Signed by KRISTIAN SOFUS HANSEN & TOMMY HYLDAHL
Dimensions: H. 80.5 cm x W. 58 cm x 53 cm SH. 49 cm
Model shown on...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
Tripod Stool in Solid Oak Wood, by Danish Cabinetmaker, Mid Century, Ca 1960s
Located in Odense, DK
A tall beautiful warm patinated vintage tripod stool. Made by an unknown Danish Cabinetmaker in 1960s.
This modern stool will fit in many types...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Oak
Pair of Modern Seagrass and Cherrywood Chairs
Located in Bellport, NY
Pair of Scandinavian Modern style Sea grass chairs.
Cherry wood splayed legs,rounded high backs,great dining chairs.
Category
Early 2000s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Seagrass
$1,850 / set
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
Pair of Easy Chairs in Teak and Newly Reupholstered by Finn Juhl, 1956
By Finn Juhl
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Pair of Easy Chairs in Teak and Newly Reupholstered in Gabriel Savak Plain by Finn Juhl, 1956
Additional Information:
Material: Teak, and newly reupholstered in Gabriel Savak plain ...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Teak, Fabric
Contemporary Chair 'Mammoth' by Norr11, Light Smoked Oak, Fame 61003
By Norr11, Rune Krøjgaard
Located in Paris, IDF
Mammoth chair
Signed by Rune Krøjgaard & Knut Bendik Humlevik for Norr11.
Model shown on the picture:
Wood: Light smoked oak
Fabric: Fame 61003
Wood types available: natural ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Wool, Oak
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
Pair of Armchairs in Sheepskin by Jacob Kjaer, Denmark, 1930's
By Jacob Kjaer
Located in Barcelona, ES
Pair of armchairs designed in 1930's by danish cabinetmaker Jacob Kjaer, Denmark. Interesting hand carver work in solid oak wood and re-upholstered with new sheepskin.
Category
1930s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Oak
Pair of Klint Chairs-Black Lacquered Oak/Natural Paper Cord-for Fredericia
Located in Dubai, AE
The Klint Chair, designed in 1936, epitomises the philosophy of its creator, Kaare Klint, who laid the foundations for Danish design and inspired great designers such as Børge Mogens...
Category
2010s Latvian Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Papercord, Oak
Four Palle Suenson dining chairs, Au Coq D'Or, Fritz Hansen, Denmark 1947
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
PALLE SUENSON & FRITZ HANSEN
SCANDINAVIAN MODERN
A set of four rare dining chairs by Palle Suenson, bespoke design for restaurant Au Coq D'Or in Copenhagen, Denmark 1947.
Palle Su...
Category
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Beech, Teak
Pair of Danish Modern Cane Back Armchairs by Hans Olsen, c. 1960
Located in Chicago, IL
This gorgeous pair of mid-century upholstered armchairs exemplifies the Danish Modern style with clean lines and open, minimalist form. The design is attributed to Danish designer Ha...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Cane, Teak
Finn Juhl, Pair of Teak Easy Chairs, Model Fd138, France & Son, 1959
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
Pair of Easy Chairs by Finn Juhl, model FD138 in teak, produced by France & Son, Denmark, circa 1959
One chair has France & Son label to back stretcher
Reupholstered in ochre a...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
Kaare Klint "Church" Chair in Stained Beechwood & Papercord, Fritz Hansen, 1930s
Located in Odense, DK
Early example of Kaare Klints iconic "Church" chair designed in 1936 and manufactured by Fritz Hansen, Copenhagen. This beautifully worn piece retains the original papercord seat and...
Category
1930s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Papercord, Beech
Frederik Sieck for Fritz Hansen Chair
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Frederik Sieck for Fritz Hansen, chair model 3200, skai, black lacquered wood, metal, Denmark, design 1962
This industrial chair was designed by the Swedish designer Frederik Sieck ...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chair 'Lavitta' by Poiat, Dark Oak
By Poiat
Located in Paris, IDF
Lavitta Lounge Chair by Poiat
Designers: Timo Mikkonen & Antti Rouhunkoski
Collection Lavitta 2020
Model shown: Wood stain - Dark Oak
Dimensions: D. 61 x W. 68 x H. 73
The Lavitta Chair is a modern classic that focuses on the sophisticated union of traditional wooden furniture with contemporary design.
Designed by Timo Mikkonen & Antti Rouhunkoski of Poiat Studio in 2020 as the first product for Poiat Furniture, the chairs are made of two pieces of moulded plywood...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Oak
Peter Hvidt: Armchair of Rosewood and Black Leather circa 1955
Located in London, GB
Easy chair with Brazilian rosewood frame. Seat, sides and button fitted back upholstered with black leather. Made by cabinetmaker Thorald Madsen.
Literature: Grete Jalk [ed.]: “40...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Rosewood
$7,867 Sale Price
50% Off
Lovö chair by Axel Einar Hjort for Nordiska Kompaniet 1930s
Located in Stockholm, SE
A stained pine 'Lovö' chair by Axel Einar Hjort for Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden 1930s.
Iron mounts, high back. Height 95 cm, seat height 41 cm.
Wear and scratches.
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Pine
Set of 8 Dining Chairs in Rosewood and Green Leather by Niels O. Møller, 1970's
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Set of 8 Dining Chairs in Rosewood and Original Green Leather by Niels O. Møller, 1970's
Additional Information:
Material: Rosewood and original green leather
Style: Mid century, Sc...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Rosewood, Leather
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
$5,938 / set
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
$665 Sale Price / set
20% Off
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
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
Arne Vodder for Bovirke Armchair in Oak and Beige Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Arne Vodder for Bovirke, lounge chair, model 'BO 90', Denmark, 1952
This easy chair is defined by its crescent-shaped armrests that run all the way behind the back, beautifully surr...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
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
Zeitraum Friday 1 Lounge Chairs by Formstelle, Set of Two
By Zeitraum, Formstelle
Located in Basildon, London
Introducing the Zeitraum Friday 1 Lounge Chairs, designed by Formstelle. These stunning pieces feature a sleek and modern design, perfect for any contemporary living space. Crafted w...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Wood
$3,420 Sale Price / set
50% Off
Rare Set of 6 Dining Chairs by Erik Wørts in Teak and Leather
By Erik Worts
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A set of 6 teak dining chairs by Erik Worts with leather seats and teak frames. Includes 2 captains chairs. Allow 2-3 weeks if upholstery service is desired.
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
Easy Stool and Chair in Rosewood with Brown Leather by Illum Wikkelsø, 1960's
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Easy Stool and Chair in Rosewood with Brown Leather by Illum Wikkelsø, 1960's
Additional Information:
Material: Rosewood and original brown leather
Style: Mid century, Scandinavian
...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Rosewood, Leather
Scandinavian Modern chairs for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Scandinavian Modern chairs for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage chairs created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, more furniture and collectibles, tables and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, animal skin and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Scandinavian Modern chairs made in a specific country, there are Europe, Scandinavia, and Denmark pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original chairs, popular names associated with this style include Hans J. Wegner, Fritz Hansen, Norr11, and Arne Jacobsen. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for chairs differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $70 and tops out at $83,516 while the average work can sell for $3,192.
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