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

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.

Style: Scandinavian Modern

Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, Model Razoblade, Denmark, Oak

By Henning Kjærnulf

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Set of striking dining chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, made of oak and original Dragør fabric as they were made originally with. Provided by Danish Art Weavery. Refreshing design with bold Baroque coming together nicely with Mid-Century Modernism. Model: Razorblade Made by Another Classic...

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2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

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Oak

Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, Model Razoblade, Denmark, Oak

Set of 4 Chairs 'Hippo' by Norr11, Light Smoked Oak, Barnum Bouclé Col.24

By Norr11, Tommy Hyldahl, Kristian Sofus Hansen

Located in Paris, FR

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...

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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Wool, Oak

Set of 4 Chairs 'Hippo' by Norr11, Light Smoked Oak, Barnum Bouclé Col.24

Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, model Razoblade, Denmark, Oak

By Henning Kjærnulf

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Set of striking dining chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, made of oak and black pure aniline leather. Refreshing design with bold Baroque coming together nicely with Mid-Century Modernism. Model: Razorblade Made by Another Classic...

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2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Oak

Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, model Razoblade, Denmark, Oak

Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, Model Razoblade, Denmark, Oak

By Henning Kjærnulf

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Set of striking dining chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, made of oak and vintage tobacco aniline leather. Refreshing design with bold Baroque coming together nicely with Mid-Century Modernism. Model: Razorblade Made by Another Classic...

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2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

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Oak

Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, Model Razoblade, Denmark, Oak

'Hippo' Chair by Norr11, Dark Smoked Oak, Spectrum Leather, Mineral

By Norr11, Tommy Hyldahl, Kristian Sofus Hansen

Located in Paris, FR

Hippo chair Signed by Kristian Sofus Hansen and Tommy Hyldahl for Norr11. Model shown on the picture: Wood: dark smoked oak Fabric: Spectrum / Noir Leather Mineral 30160 Wood type...

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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

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Leather, Oak

'Hippo' Chair by Norr11, Dark Smoked Oak, Spectrum Leather, Mineral

Hans J. Wegner Cushion for Wishbone Chair CH24

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Hans J. Wegner cushions for wishbone chair model CH24. Made in cognac boucle and good quality foam. Only the cushion, not the chair.

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2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather

Hans J. Wegner Cushion for Wishbone Chair CH24

1950s Vintage Bruno Mathsson Easy Chair

By Bruno Mathsson

Located in Los Gatos, CA

Among the earliest of Bruno Mathsson's designs is this rare model 36 easy chair upholstered with a linen head rest. Measures: 79 cm H x 173 cm W x 79 cm D.

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1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Beech

1950s Vintage Bruno Mathsson Easy Chair

Erik Buch Restored and Refinished Danish Teak Dining Chairs with Black Leather

By Oddense Maskinsnedkeri, Erik Buch

Located in Knebel, DK

Six 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, solid ...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Teak

Erik Buch Restored and Refinished Danish Teak Dining Chairs with Black Leather

10 Niels Otto Møller 'Model 75' Chairs in Teak and Danish Paper Cord, 1960s

By Niels Otto Møller

Located in Hellouw, NL

Model 75 is one of Niels Otto Møller's first dining room chairs in the "new modern" series. Since its design in 1954 at J.L. Møller’s Møbelfabrik, this dining chair has been a timele...

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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs

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Papercord, Teak

10 Niels Otto Møller 'Model 75' Chairs in Teak and Danish Paper Cord, 1960s

Rare Blue Chair by Nanna Ditzel for Domus Danica, Denmark, 1969

By O.D. Møbler A-S, Domus Danica, Nanna Ditzel

Located in Haderslev, DK

Playful, Space Age and super rare collectors piece by Nanna Ditzel for OD Møbler / Domus Danica 1969. Light high glossy blue fibre glass designed chair for use indoor or outdoor. ...

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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs

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Fiberglass

Rare Blue Chair by Nanna Ditzel for Domus Danica, Denmark, 1969

Marta Blomstedt Pair of Easy Chairs in Sheepskin, Model Aulanko, Finland

By Märta Blomstedt

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...

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1930s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs

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Sheepskin, Ash

Marta Blomstedt Pair of Easy Chairs in Sheepskin, Model Aulanko, Finland

Set of Four Poul Kjaerholm PK1 Chairs in Cane by PP Møbler

By Poul Kjærholm, PP Møbler

Located in Dronten, NL

Set of 4 Poul Kjaerholm PK1 chairs made by PP Mobler. Priced as a set. This set is part of an important collection of early Kjaerholm pieces carefully curated by an art loving coupl...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Set of Four Poul Kjaerholm PK1 Chairs in Cane by PP Møbler

Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen Set of Four 'Red Chairs' in Original Leather

By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen, set of four dining chairs 'The Red Chair', model 3949, original patinated leather, mahogany, Denmark, designed 1928, manufactured 1930s. These dining ...

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1920s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen Set of Four 'Red Chairs' in Original Leather

Johannes Andersen Pair of 'Juliane' Dining Chairs in Teak and Leather

By Uldum Møbelfabrik, Johannes Andersen

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Johannes Andersen for Uldum Møbelfabrik, pair of dining chairs model ‘Juliane’, teak, brown leather, Denmark, 1960s This pair of beautiful dining chairs is designed by Danish design...

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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Johannes Andersen Pair of 'Juliane' Dining Chairs in Teak and Leather

Danish Dining Chairs in Solid Pine

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Dining chairs, pine, Denmark 1970s. Beautiful, organic and natural dining chairs in solid pine. A simplistic design with a round seating and attention for the natural expression an...

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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs

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Pine

Danish Dining Chairs in Solid Pine

Frits Schlegel for Fritz Hansen Set of Six 'Husum' Chairs

By Frits Schlegel, Fritz Hansen

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Frits Schlegel for Fritz Hansen, set of six 'Husum' chairs, elm, beech. Denmark, 1930 Danish designer Frits Schlegel created the 'Husum' chair which got manufactured by Fritz Hansen...

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1930s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs

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Elm, Beech

Frits Schlegel for Fritz Hansen Set of Six 'Husum' Chairs

Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, Model Razoblade, Denmark, Oak

By Henning Kjærnulf

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Set of striking dining chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, made of oak and boucle. Refreshing design with bold Baroque coming together nicely with Mid-Century Modernism. Model: Razorblade Made by Another...

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2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Oak

Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, Model Razoblade, Denmark, Oak

Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, model Razoblade, Denmark, Oak

By Henning Kjærnulf

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Set of striking dining chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, made of oak and cognac pure aniline leather. Refreshing design with bold Baroque coming together nicely with Mid-Century Modernism. Model: Razorblade Made by Another Classic...

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2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Oak

Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, model Razoblade, Denmark, Oak

By Henning Kjærnulf

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Set of striking dining chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, made of oak and mokka latina aniline leather. Refreshing design with bold Baroque coming together nicely with Mid-Century Modernism. Model: Razorblade Made by Another Classic...

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2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Oak

Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, model Razoblade, Denmark, Oak

Set of Six Chairs Solid Beechwood by Rainer Daumiller for Hirtshals, 1970s

By Hirtshals Sawmill, Rainer Daumiller

Located in Boven Leeuwen, NL

Beautiful set of six very sculptural dining room chairs in beeche wood by Swedish architect and designer Rainer Daumiller, manufactured by Hirtshalls Sawmills. The beech variant is...

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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs

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Beech

Set of Six Chairs Solid Beechwood by Rainer Daumiller for Hirtshals, 1970s

PIA Chair by Poul Cadovius, Walnut

By DK3, Poul Cadovius

Located in Paris, FR

PIA chair Solid oak frame, paper cordel seat Dimensions: H 75 x 49 x 48 cm (seat height 45cm) Wood: – Oak – Smoked oak – Black lacquered oak – Walnut Paper cordel: – Natural – Black (Contact us) -- The Pia chair signed by DK3 was imagined and designed by the famous designer Poul...

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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Walnut

PIA Chair by Poul Cadovius, Walnut

'Hippo' Chair by Norr11, Light Smoked Oak, Barnum Bouclé col.24

By Kristian Sofus Hansen, Norr11, Tommy Hyldahl

Located in Paris, FR

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...

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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Wool, Oak

'Hippo' Chair by Norr11, Light Smoked Oak, Barnum Bouclé col.24

Hans J. Wegner Cushion for Wishbone Chair CH24

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Hans J. Wegner cushions for wishbone chair model CH24. Made in black leather and good quality foam. Only the cushion, not the chair.

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2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather

Hans J. Wegner Cushion for Wishbone Chair CH24

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Hans J. Wegner cushions for wishbone chair model CH24. Made in black leather and good quality foam. Only the cushion, not the chair.

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2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather

Hans J. Wegner Cushion for Wishbone Chair CH24

Scandinavian Modern Pair of Children Chairs, Stephan Gip and Herbert Andersson

By Gärsnäs Mobler

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...

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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs

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Pine

Scandinavian Modern Pair of Children Chairs, Stephan Gip and Herbert Andersson

Vintage Hans Wegner for C.M. Madsens 'W2' Chair in Oak; Denmark, 1950s

By C.M. Madsen, Hans J. Wegner

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A lovely example of the early work of the 20th century's master of seating design, Hans J. Wegner. The sculpted oak backrest or top-rail employed here was developed as part of a fami...

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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs

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Oak

Vintage Hans Wegner for C.M. Madsens 'W2' Chair in Oak; Denmark, 1950s

Finnish Vintage Wood Chair Alvar Aalto Model 66, circa 1930

Located in Labrit, Landes

Chair Alvar Aalto model 66 Finnish vintage wood chair, circa 1930 Conception in 1933 for Artek manufacture Suitable with 1950 or Scandinavian furniture...

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Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Beech

Finnish Vintage Wood Chair Alvar Aalto Model 66, circa 1930

1960s Erik Buch Fully Restored Armchairs in Rosewood, Inc. Reupholstery

By Oddense Maskinsnedkeri, Erik Buch

Located in Knebel, DK

Erik Buch fully restored armchairs in rosewood with excellent woodwork that are evidence of Good Design and craftsmanship. The chairs feature a solid rosewood construction with Erik...

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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs

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Fabric, Rosewood

1960s Erik Buch Fully Restored Armchairs in Rosewood, Inc. Reupholstery

Kids Fur Bean Bag Chair, Pink Rose Gold

By Emily Barbara

Located in Dural, AU

From gentle softness to perfectly tailored comfort, this rose gold, pink fur bean bag cover brings kids luxury comfort to life. The bean bag chair cover i...

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2010s Australian Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Sheepskin

Kids Fur Bean Bag Chair, Pink Rose Gold

Postmodern Plywood Stacking Chairs with Bended Steel Back Legs for Ikea, 1990s

By IKEA

Located in Den Haag, ZH

These vintage postmodern chairs were designed for Ikea in the 1990s. Undeniably the designer must have been inspired by the Ligne Roset RIO dining chairs...

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1990s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Postmodern Plywood Stacking Chairs with Bended Steel Back Legs for Ikea, 1990s

Set of four dining chairs by Ate van Apeldoorn for Houtwerk Hattem, NL 1970's

By Houtwerk Hattem

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Solid pinewood dining chairs by Ate van Apeldoorn. We also have a matching pinewood dining table available. Chairs are in used condition.

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1970s Dutch Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Pine

Set of four dining chairs by Ate van Apeldoorn for Houtwerk Hattem, NL 1970's

Arne Jacobsen Dining Chair

By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Arne Jacobsen dining chair new upholstered with cognac vintage aniline leather. Base of chrome steel tube. Model 3107 Syveren, made by Fritz Hansen.

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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather

Arne Jacobsen Dining Chair

Vintage 1950s Carl Malmsten Armchair in Boucle Fabric

By Carl Malmsten

Located in London, GB

Carl Malmsten - Occasional Armchair, circa 1950s. An elegant, classical occasional chair designed by Swedish master: Carl Malmsten. The chair has been reupholstered in British desig...

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1950s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Beech

Vintage 1950s Carl Malmsten Armchair in Boucle Fabric

RÄÄ chair by Nicolay Wiig Hansen for IKEA Sweden, 1990s

By IKEA

Located in MIJDRECHT, NL

Rää, plywood chair from the early 1990s. The design is inspired by the LCW chair by Charles & Ray Eames.

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1990s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

RÄÄ chair by Nicolay Wiig Hansen for IKEA Sweden, 1990s

Fritz Hansen Pair of Easy Chairs, Model 1669

By Fritz Hansen

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Pair of Fritz Hansen easy chairs, model 1669, circa 1930s. Sculptural chairs re-upholstered in wool, legs of stained beech. All reupholstery work carried out with filling in organic ...

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1930s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Sheepskin, Beech

Fritz Hansen Pair of Easy Chairs, Model 1669

Armchair in Teak and Leather by Kai Lyngfeldt Larsen, 1957

By Kai Lyngfeldt Larsen

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

Armchair in Teak and Leather by Kai Lyngfeldt Larsen, 1957 Additional Information: Material: Teak and leather Style: Mid century, Scandi...

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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Teak, Leather

Armchair in Teak and Leather by Kai Lyngfeldt Larsen, 1957

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...

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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Rosewood, Wool

Set of 12 Dining Chairs in Rosewood by Niels Kofoed, 1961

An Elegant Danish Modern Low Back Chair, Reupholstered in Lambswool, 1940s

By Viggo Boesen, Flemming Lassen

Located in Odense, DK

Presenting an exquisite low back makeup / desk chair crafted in the 1940s by a gifted Danish cabinetmaker. This chair is a harmonious combination of sophistication, functionality, an...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Lambskin, Sheepskin, Beech

An Elegant Danish Modern Low Back Chair, Reupholstered in Lambswool, 1940s

Domus Chair by Ilmari Tapiovaara, Keravan Puuteollisuus, 1950s

By Ilmari Tapiovaara

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...

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1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Birch

Domus Chair by Ilmari Tapiovaara, Keravan Puuteollisuus, 1950s

Plywood Back Rolling Armchair, Scandinavian 1980s

Located in Rīga, LV

Vintage Scandinavian armchair with a plywood back and rolling legs. Additional information: Country of manufacture: Brought from Sweden Period: 1980s Dimensions: 55 W x 55 D x 90 H ...

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20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood

Plywood Back Rolling Armchair, Scandinavian 1980s

Scandinavian Gray Easy Chair 1980s

Located in Rīga, LV

Vintage birch easy chair with new gray upholstery. Additional information: Dimensions: 63 W x 65 D x 76 H cm Seat: 43 H cm Condition: Good vintage condition

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20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Scandinavian Gray Easy Chair 1980s

3 Green Tubular Steel Stacking Chairs, Sweden 1970s

Located in Rīga, LV

Set of 3 tubular steel chairs with beautiful green hue upholstery. Additional information: Origin: Sweden Period: 1970s Dimensions: W 47 cm x D 47 cm x H 79 cm, H(seat) 44 cm Cond...

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20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

3 Green Tubular Steel Stacking Chairs, Sweden 1970s

Scandinavian Modern Handcrafted Tetris Chair - by The Future is Flat

By Figure Ground

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Chiseled and strong in silhouette, the Tetris Chair is a lucid expression of simplicity. Inspired in shape and form by the joy that accompanies playing with building blocks, this chair brings a childlike nostalgia to your workspace. The half moon opening at the top of the chair back allows it to fit like a glove when pushed into the Pillar Desk...

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2010s American Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Birch, Plywood

Scandinavian Modern Handcrafted Tetris Chair - by The Future is Flat

Vintage Danish Kurul Armchair in Oak and Bouclé by Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s

By Henning Kjærnulf

Located in Asaa, DK

Vintage Danish Kurul Armchair in Oak and Bouclé by Henning Kjaernulf for EG Kvalitetsmøbel, Denmark, 1960s. This Scandinavian Modern Curule chair in so...

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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Oak

Vintage Danish Kurul Armchair in Oak and Bouclé by Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s

Set of 3 Bar Stools in Rosewood and Black Leather by Johannes Andersen, 1961

By Johannes Andersen

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

Set of 3 Bar Stools in Rosewood and Black Original Leather by Johannes Andersen, 1961 Additional Information: Material: Rosewood and black original leather Style: Mid century, Scand...

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20th Century Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Rosewood, Leather

Set of 3 Bar Stools in Rosewood and Black Leather by Johannes Andersen, 1961

Finnish stool -1900 Birch

By Workaday Handmade, Artistic Finishes

Located in Hyvinkää, FI

chair made of Finnish birch, upholstery sheep's wool, these wonderful chairs were made in Finland in the middle of the 1900 century.

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1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Birch

Finnish stool -1900 Birch

Pair of 1940s Chairs in Lambskind with Mahogany Legs, Denmark

By Vilhelm Lauritzen

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Pair of chairs from the 1940s new upholstered with lambskin. Curvy legs made of solid mahogany.

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1940s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Sheepskin, Mahogany

Pair of 1940s Chairs in Lambskind with Mahogany Legs, Denmark

Set of 6 Brutalist chairs in Oak, 1960s

Located in Balen, BE

Set of 6 brutalist chairs in oak with wonderful wood grain, produced in the 1960s. The seats have been reupholstered in a beautiful white bouclé textile. These chairs are versatile ...

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1960s European Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Oak

Set of 6 Brutalist chairs in Oak, 1960s

KROKEN chair, Ake Fribytter, NELO

By Nelo, Ake Fribytter

Located in Neuss, NW

KROKEN armchair with footstool by Ake Fribytter for NELO from the 1970s. High-quality solid wood frame made of oak bentwood in teak veneer with the high-quality original cover made ...

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1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather

KROKEN chair, Ake Fribytter, NELO

Vintage Scandinavian Mid Century Modern Lounge Chair by Gunnar Myrstand

By Gunnar Myrstrand

Located in San Marcos, CA

Here is a rare and beautiful scandinavian modern easy chair in rosewood and leather designed by Gunnar Myrstrand and manufatured by Källermo in Sweden in the 1960's. This comfortable...

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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Rosewood

Vintage Scandinavian Mid Century Modern Lounge Chair by Gunnar Myrstand

Set of 4 Oak Dining Room Chairs Attributed to Bovenkamp, The Netherlands, 1960s

By Bovenkamp, Aksel Bender Madsen

Located in Amsterdam, NL

A nice set of oak dining chairs with new green upholstery. We think it is a design by the Dutch midcentury furniture manufacturer Bovenkamp, since the oak frame and the shape of ...

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Mid-20th Century Dutch Scandinavian Modern Chairs

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Fabric, Oak

Set of 4 Oak Dining Room Chairs Attributed to Bovenkamp, The Netherlands, 1960s

Series of 4 Danish teak chairs in black skai by Farso Stolefabrik 1960.

Located in JOINVILLE-LE-PONT, FR

Pretty series of Scandinavian chairs. Elegant, robust and very comfortable. Clean design, very beautiful manufacturing.

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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Teak

Series of 4 Danish teak chairs in black skai by Farso Stolefabrik 1960.

Set of 4 chairs from 1960’s by Axel Larsson for Bodafors

By Bodafors

Located in TOLLEBEEK, NL

Elegant chairs designed by Axel Larsson in the 1960s for Bodafors. The chairs has a varnished maple frame with a seat and backrest support intake veneer. Nice scandinavian design wit...

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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood, Plywood

Set of 4 chairs from 1960’s by Axel Larsson for Bodafors

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Kaare Klint "Church" Chair in Stained Beechwood & Papercord, Fritz Hansen, 1930s

By Kaare Klint, Fritz Hansen

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...

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1930s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Papercord, Beech

Kaare Klint "Church" Chair in Stained Beechwood & Papercord, Fritz Hansen, 1930s

Set of Niels Koefoed Dining Chairs, Model "Lis", 1960s

By Niels Koefoed, Koefoeds Møbelfabrik 1

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Set of Niels Koefoed dining chairs made in rosewood New upholstered with tan coloured full grain aniline leather. Model Lis, made by Niels Koefoeds Møbelfabrik Hornslet, 1960s.

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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Set of Niels Koefoed Dining Chairs, Model "Lis", 1960s

"fanett" chair by Ilmari Tapiowaara

By Ilmari Tapiovaara

Located in Brescia, IT

Vintage Fannett model chair, Finnish design. A chair model known and imitated throughout the world. It is distinguished by the soft, organic lines found in the wooden slats of the b...

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1960s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood

"fanett" chair by Ilmari Tapiowaara

Vintage 1950s Carl Malmsten Armchair in Boucle Fabric

By Carl Malmsten

Located in London, GB

Carl Malmsten - Occasional Armchair, circa 1950s. An elegant, classical occasional chair designed by Swedish master: Carl Malmsten. The chair has been reupholstered in Sahco 'Zero' ...

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1950s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Beech

Vintage 1950s Carl Malmsten Armchair in Boucle Fabric

Scandinavian vintage white chairs

Located in Brescia, IT

Pair of two original vintage wooden chairs. This seating model, which has become known worldwide, is still in production today as its design is extremely current. It features minima...

Category

1960s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood

Scandinavian vintage white chairs

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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