Scandinavian Modern Dining Room 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

'Shanghai' Chair by Norr11, Black Oak, Natural Rattan

By Norr11

Located in Paris, FR

Scandinavian chair 'Shanghai' by Norr11 Designed by Rune Krojgaard & Knut Bendik Humlevik, 2011 Model in the picture: Frame: Black Oak Seat: Natural Rat...

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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Rattan, Oak

'Shanghai' Chair by Norr11, Black Oak, Natural Rattan

Set of Four Mid Century The Chair Model Chairs After Wegner

By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner

Located in New York, NY

Set of four mid century dining chairs made in the style of Hans Werner's iconic design known as The Chair. These chairs are well crafted and well proportioned, they are from the peri...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Set of Four Mid Century The Chair Model Chairs After Wegner

Model 62 Rosewood Arm Chair by Niels Møller for J.L. Møllers, Denmark, c. 1962

By Niels Otto Møller

Located in Deland, FL

Niels Otto Møller, the Danish designer and craftsman who according to his son “never compromised on anything.” Møller was awarded the Danish Furniture Prize in 1974 and 1981. The Model 62 chair was first introduced in 1962. This chair was constructed from hand selected pieces of Brazilian Rosewood and masterfully sculpted with attention to every architectural detail. The seat has been newly upholstered in Knoll Boucle Fabric. This chair is arguably Niels Moller's most coveted chair...

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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Rosewood

Model 62 Rosewood Arm Chair by Niels Møller for J.L. Møllers, Denmark, c. 1962

HP Hansen Set of Four Dining Chairs in Rosewood and Aniline Leather, 1960s

Located in Esbjerg, DK

HP Hansen set of four dining chairs new upholstered with aniline leather. Made in partly solid rosewood. Made by HP Hansen in Denmark in the 1960s.

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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Leather

HP Hansen Set of Four Dining Chairs in Rosewood and Aniline Leather, 1960s

1950s Set of 4 Dining Chairs by Westbergs Möbler

Located in Brooklyn, NY

1950s Set of 4 dining chairs by Westbergs Möbler, Sweden. Beautiful curved and elegant design with a contrast black linen upholstery. The wooden frame...

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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Linen, Beech

1950s Set of 4 Dining Chairs by Westbergs Möbler

Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chair 'Lavitta' by Poiat, Black Oak

By Poiat

Located in Paris, FR

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...

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21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Oak

Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chair 'Lavitta' by Poiat, Black Oak

Niels O. Møller Set of Eight Rosewood Chairs

By Niels Otto Møller, J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Niels O. Møller set of six rosewood chairs, seats with leather. Model 79. Manufactured by J. L. Møller, Denmark.

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Niels O. Møller Set of Eight Rosewood Chairs

Set of Four (4) Afromosia Danish Modern High Back Dining Chairs, c. 1970s

Located in Deland, FL

Constructed form afromosia (looks similar to Brazilian rosewood) with the original black vinyl seats and backs. Comfortable and attractive. Circa 1970s. ---Dimensions--- Width: 18....

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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Wood

Set of Four (4) Afromosia Danish Modern High Back Dining Chairs, c. 1970s

4 Danish Modern Oak Dining Chairs

Located in VANCOUVER, CA

Oak dining chairs, circa 1960's. Beautifully curved backrests and generous seat. Solid legs feature cross braces for stability/support. Curved half moon original upholstered backrest...

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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Oak

4 Danish Modern Oak Dining Chairs

Danish Ebonized Dining Chairs by Bob og Dries Van Den Berghe

By Tranekær Furniture, Bob & Dries Van Den Berghe

Located in Vienna, AT

A set of eight danish ebonized dining chairs. Designed 1970 by Bob og Dries van den Berghe for Tranekær Mobler. Leather seats with age-re...

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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Cherry

Danish Ebonized Dining Chairs by Bob og Dries Van Den Berghe

Set of Six Hans J. Wegner Dining Chairs

By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen & Søn

Located in Chicago, IL

Made by: Carl Hansen & Søn, Denmark, 1962 Material: oak , paper cord Size: 20.5 w × 18 d × 31 h in seat height 17 inches.

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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Papercord, Oak

Set of Six Hans J. Wegner Dining Chairs

'Shanghai' Chair by Norr11, Light Smoked Oak, Papercord Natural

By Norr11

Located in Paris, FR

Scandinavian chair 'Shanghai' by Norr11 Designed by Rune Krojgaard & Knut Bendik Humlevik, 2011 Model in the picture: Frame: Dark Smoked Oak Seat: Natural Papercord Available as well with black 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...

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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak, Papercord

'Shanghai' Chair by Norr11, Light Smoked Oak, Papercord Natural

Set of Four Danish Johannes Andersen Dining Chairs in Teak, Inc. Reupholstery

By Johannes Andersen

Located in Knebel, DK

Set of four Danish Johannes Andersen dining chairs in teak by Chr. Linnebergs Møbelfabrik The comfortable organic designed chairs features car...

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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Teak

Set of Four Danish Johannes Andersen Dining Chairs in Teak, Inc. Reupholstery

Niels Otto Moller Set of 12 Restored Rosewood Dining Chairs - Custom Upholstery

By Niels Otto Møller

Located in Knebel, DK

Set of 12 model 71 rosewood dining chairs designed by Niels Otto Møller in 1951. The chairs feature a solid frame and back rest in rosewood designed with straight lined legs and an ...

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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Rosewood

Niels Otto Moller Set of 12 Restored Rosewood Dining Chairs - Custom Upholstery

Set of 4 Niels Møller Model 78 Teak Dining Chairs by J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik

Located in Deland, FL

Designed by the visionary Niels Otto Møller in 1962, the model 78 chair represents the pinnacle of his design career which helped drive the famed Scandinavian modern movement that sw...

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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Teak

Set of 4 Niels Møller Model 78 Teak Dining Chairs by J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik

Jacob Kjær 'UN' Armchairs with Original Black Leather and Mahogany

By Jacob Kjaer

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Jabob Kjær for Jacob Kjær Møbelhaandværk, 'UN' armchairs model 'B37', original black leather, mahogany, Denmark, design 1949, manufactured 1957 Stunning pair of 'UN' chairs by Jacob...

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1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Jacob Kjær 'UN' Armchairs with Original Black Leather and Mahogany

8 Rosewood "Eva" Dining Chairs by Neils Koefoed

By Niels Koefoed

Located in Denton, TX

Rare set of eight solid rosewood dining chairs designed by Niels Korfoed The Eva chair set is comprised of 8 side chairs some have newer vinyl seats but ...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Rosewood

8 Rosewood "Eva" Dining Chairs by Neils Koefoed

Oak and Leather Side Chair by Kurt Østervig, Sibast, Denmark, 1960s

By Sibast, Kurt Østervig

Located in Stockholm, SE

Elegant chair by Kurt Østervig, with a boxy oak silhouette and leather seat and back. Details of white seams on the sturdy, nicely patinated leather.

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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Leather, Oak

Oak and Leather Side Chair by Kurt Østervig, Sibast, Denmark, 1960s

Arne Jacobsen Seven Armchair, 3207 Newly Upholstered, Classic Cognac Leather

By Arne Jacobsen

Located in Herlev, 84

50 pieces in stock! These seven chairs are used and are newly upholstered with cognac classic leather and fitted with a new foam cushion. The chairs are have solid backs and no...

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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather

Arne Jacobsen Seven Armchair, 3207 Newly Upholstered, Classic Cognac Leather

6 Danish Modern Rosewood Dining Chairs by Niels Koefoed

Located in VANCOUVER, CA

Rosewood Danish modern dining chairs by Niels Koefoed, circa 1960's. Beautifully tapered high back chairs. Solid wood frame with cross braces for stab...

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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Hardwood

6 Danish Modern Rosewood Dining Chairs by Niels Koefoed

Finn Juhl for Bovirke 'Reading Chairs' in Teak

By Finn Juhl, Bovirke

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Finn Juhl for Bovirke, 'reading' dining chairs, oak, teak, metal, Denmark, 1953. In 1953, Finn Juhl designed this 'Reading Chair' for Bovirke....

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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Metal

Finn Juhl for Bovirke 'Reading Chairs' in Teak

Cantilever Armchair Designed by Magnus Olesen, Denmark, 1975

By Magnus Olesen, Rud Thygesen and Johnny Sorensen

Located in Antwerp, BE

Vintage cantilever armchair designed by Rud Thygesen and Johnny Sorensen for Magnus Olesen, Labeled Made in Denmark. Curved laminated beech wood design with light grey- green upholst...

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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Plywood, Upholstery, Beech

Cantilever Armchair Designed by Magnus Olesen, Denmark, 1975

Set of Six Dining Chairs by Richard Jensen and Kjaerulff Rasmussen

By Richard Jensen & Kjærulff Rasmussen

Located in Karlstad, SE

Set of 6 dining chairs by Richard Jensen and Kjaerulff Rasmussen, Denmark. These chairs are made of solid teak. The design is inspired by traditio...

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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Teak

Set of Six Dining Chairs by Richard Jensen and Kjaerulff Rasmussen

Set of Six Ant Dining Chairs by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen

By Arne Jacobsen

Located in Vienna, AT

Set of six early ant chairs desingen in 1952 in Denmark by Arne Jacobsen Mod. 3100 for Fritz Hansen. Painted plywood seat and backrest on steel frame. In a good condition with some s...

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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel

Set of Six Ant Dining Chairs by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen

Vintage Set of Six Signed Hans J. Wegner "W2" Chairs in Teak & Vinyl, 1950s

By C.M. Madsen, Hans J. Wegner

Located in Brooklyn, NY

An iconic example of Wegner's historic oeuvre within the field of Scandinavian seating design, here we have a gorgeously preserved set of six "W2" chairs in solid old-growth teak, wi...

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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Teak

Vintage Set of Six Signed Hans J. Wegner "W2" Chairs in Teak & Vinyl, 1950s

Walnut, Red Velvet Modern Essex Arm Chair

Located in New York, NY

A sleek chair with an artistic appeal, that was inspired by the architecture of New York City buildings in this case The Essex Building in Central Park sou...

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2010s Portuguese Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Suede, Wood, Walnut

Walnut, Red Velvet Modern Essex Arm Chair

Ten Restored Johannes Andersen Rosewood Dining Chairs Custom Upholstery Included

By Uldum Møbelfabrik, Johannes Andersen

Located in Knebel, DK

Set of ten fully restored 1960s Johannes Andersen dining chairs in rosewood made by Uldum Møbler, Denmark. The set of dining chairs feature a clean simple yet elegant design that wi...

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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rosewood

Ten Restored Johannes Andersen Rosewood Dining Chairs Custom Upholstery Included

Arne Jacobsen Seven Chair, 3107, Newly Upholstered with Black Classic Leather

By Arne Jacobsen

Located in Herlev, 84

100 chairs in stock! These seven chairs are used and are newly upholstered with black classic leather and fitted with a new foam cushion. The chairs ha...

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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather

Arne Jacobsen Seven Chair, 3107, Newly Upholstered with Black Classic Leather

Oxbend Chair, Dining Seat in White Ashwood by Fernweh Woodworking

By Fernweh Woodworking

Located in Bend, OR

The original inspiration for the entire Oxbend collection, this modern dining chair was designed by Justin Nelson for Fernweh Woodworking. Born from a des...

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2010s American Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Ash

Oxbend Chair, Dining Seat in White Ashwood by Fernweh Woodworking

Scandinavian Modern Six Vintage Teak Dining Chairs or Chairs Peter Hvidt Denmark

By Peter Hvidt

Located in Vienna, AT

Scandinavian Modern vintage organic dining chairs or chairs from teak designed by Peter Hvidt and Orla Moolgard Nielsenfor Søborg Mobler DK, circa 1956. These wonderful dining chairs...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Teak

Scandinavian Modern Six Vintage Teak Dining Chairs or Chairs Peter Hvidt Denmark

Arne Hovmand-Olsen Set of Six Dining Chairs in Teak

By Mogens Kold Møbelfabrik, Arne Hovmand-Olsen

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Arne Hovmand-Olsen for Mogens Kold Møbelfabrik, set of six dining chairs, model 71, teak, brass, Denmark, 1959 This sculptural set of six dining chairs is designed by the Danish de...

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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Brass

Arne Hovmand-Olsen Set of Six Dining Chairs in Teak

Pair of Ilmari Tapiovaara Dining Chairs

By Ilmari Tapiovaara, Edsby-verken

Located in Vienna, AT

Birch construction with bent teak seat. Designed by Ilmari Tapiovaara in 1955 for Edsby-verken in Sweden. Perfect vintage condition. Signed Edsby.

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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Birch, Teak

Pair of Ilmari Tapiovaara Dining Chairs

Eight Restored Kai Kristiansen Teak Dining Chairs Custom Reupholstery Included

By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik

Located in Knebel, DK

Kai Kristiansen set of eight fully restored teak dining chairs by Schou Andersens Møbel Fabrik including custom upholstery. The A-frame model 31 dining chairs were designed by Kai Kristiansen in 1956 for Schou-Andersens Møbelfabrik and the A-frame chair is one of the most well-known chairs designed by Kai Kristiansen - a true Classic with its modest appearence but advanced design with curved backrest, crooked angles, straight yet at the same time curved and bended lines... and on top of that as all of Kai Kristiansens chairs very comfortable in use. The chairs have been fully restored by our skilled cabinetmakers - all joints checked and reglued if needed which it often is, frames sanded by hand 2 - 3 times and waxed to bring out the natural warm glow in the teak wood in order to insure that they are in very good condition with only minimal signs of age and use. The chairs will be reupholstered with out additional cost in fabric of your choice from a wide list of "Kvadrat" or "Romo" fabrics or standard leathers from "Sorensen Leather" / "Camo Leather" before they are shipped. Kai Kristiansen who is still alive was born in 1929 and raised in Thy, North Denmark. Originally a carpenter, Kristiansen was educated as a building architect at the Royal Academi of Arts in Copenhagen and graduated from here in 1954. His father was the propritetor of at furniture production company, so his interest in furniture was founded early. Kristiansen was one of the last pupils of the famous architect Kaare Klint who died in 1959 and is considered the founder of modern Danish design. During the years 1958-1978 Kristiansen worked in his business in Aarhus owned jointly by himself and designer and cabinetmaker Illum Wikkelsø (1919-1999). Kristiansens works met their most intense demand during a few decades from 1950, then production of them was discontinued. However, several of the are now being produced again by the Japanese furniture producer Miyazaki Chair Mill in Tokushima. An Australien producer has also included Kristiansen production in their portfolio. Kai Kristiansen might have been the originator of mass produced furniture, had he accepted an offer from Ikea-founder Ingvar Kamprad. He declined to let himself enroll in the Ikea staff. Kristiansen exhibitions include numerous participations in furniture and design shows in Milano, Paris, Cologne and London. Among his most cherished works is the Paper Knife collection...

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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Teak

Eight Restored Kai Kristiansen Teak Dining Chairs Custom Reupholstery Included

Wishbone Chair, Model CH24, by Hans J. Wegner

By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen & Søn

Located in Lejre, DK

The Wishbone chairs, model CH24, designed by Hans J. Wegner and manufactured by Carl Hansen & Son, are exemplary pieces of Scandinavian Modern furniture. Crafted from black painted w...

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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Papercord, Wood

Wishbone Chair, Model CH24, by Hans J. Wegner

Six Fully Restored Kai Kristiansen Teak Dining Chairs Custom Upholstery Included

By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik

Located in Knebel, DK

Kai Kristiansen set of six fully restored teak dining chairs by Schou Andersens Møbel Fabrik including custom upholstery. The A-frame model 31 dining chairs were designed by Kai Kri...

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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Teak

Six Fully Restored Kai Kristiansen Teak Dining Chairs Custom Upholstery Included

Rainer Daumiller Pair of Armchairs in Pine

By Hirtshals Sawmill, Rainer Daumiller

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Rainer Daumiller for Hirtshals Sawmill, pair of dining chairs, pine, Denmark, 1970s This pair of armchairs by Danish designer Rainer Daumiller has multiple features. The vivid grain...

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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Pine

Rainer Daumiller Pair of Armchairs in Pine

1960s Niels Otto Møller Six Fully Restored Teak Dining Chairs Custom Upholstery

By Niels Otto Møller

Located in Knebel, DK

Set of six fully restored teak dining chairs designed by Niels Otto Møller in 1951. The chairs feature a solid frame and backrest in teak designed with straight lined legs and an ...

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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Teak

1960s Niels Otto Møller Six Fully Restored Teak Dining Chairs Custom Upholstery

Arne Jacobsen Seven Chair, 3107, Newly Upholstered with Cognac Classic Leather

By Arne Jacobsen

Located in Herlev, 84

100 pieces in stock These seven chairs are used and are newly upholstered with cognac classic leather and fitted with a new foam cushion. The chairs have solid backs and no defe...

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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather

Arne Jacobsen Seven Chair, 3107, Newly Upholstered with Cognac Classic Leather

M40 Chair by Henning Jensen & Torben Valeur for Munch Møbler, Denmark

By Henning Jensen & Torben Valeur

Located in MIJDRECHT, NL

M40 chair by Henning Jensen & Torben Valeur for Munch Møbler, Denmark, 1970s Set of 2 teak chairs with curved back and original black leather sea...

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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

M40 Chair by Henning Jensen & Torben Valeur for Munch Møbler, Denmark

Vintage J.L. Moller 78s Chairs, Set of 2

By J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik, Neils O. Möller

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Beautiful pair moller chairs, model 78 with new black danish cord. These chairs have been refinished and reoiled. There are some scratches and gouges in parts of the wood that give the excellent vintage patina while having the benefits of being completely refinished. the model 78 is in my opinion the best niels moller design...

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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Papercord, Teak

Vintage J.L. Moller 78s Chairs, Set of 2

Four Restored Kai Kristiansen Teak Dining Chairs Custom Reupholstery Included

By Kai Kristiansen

Located in Knebel, DK

Set of 4 1960s teak dining chairs by Kai Kristiansen The chairs have Kai Kristiansens typical straight lines and crooked angles that gives the chairs life and personality. The chai...

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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Teak

Four Restored Kai Kristiansen Teak Dining Chairs Custom Reupholstery Included

Baia Green Chair by Kensaku Oshiro, Walnut, Leather

By DK3, Kensaku Oshiro

Located in Paris, FR

Baia chair Steel, leather and walnut Dimensions: H 70 x 55 x 48 cm Frame: – Red – Green – Black Wood: – Oak – Smoked oak – Black lacquered o...

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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel

Baia Green Chair by Kensaku Oshiro, Walnut, Leather

Set of 4 High Back Swivel Dining Chairs by Overman Sweden

By Overman

Located in New York, NY

Rare set of 4 sculpted high back swivel dining chairs by Overman of Sweden. Extremely comfortable contoured back rests create an ergonomic seating experience. Cognac faux leather ( vinyl ) upholstered seats and backs, on cast aluminum star bases, This form is not often seen, especially in sets, all 4 retain their original Overman Made in Sweden paper...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Set of 4 High Back Swivel Dining Chairs by Overman Sweden

Arne Jacobsen, Dining Chair Model 3110, Drop Chair, Black Aniline Leather

By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Arne Jacobsen dining chairs, new upholstered with black aniline leather. Legs of powder coated steel. Model 3110 "Drop", made by Fritz Hansen.

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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel

Arne Jacobsen, Dining Chair Model 3110, Drop Chair, Black Aniline Leather

Niels Otto Moller Model 62 Dining Chairs of Cherry Wood

By Niels Otto Møller

Located in London, GB

Niels Otto Moller's Model 62 dining chair have been made continuously since 1962. These chairs were made in the period 2010-2020 of cherry and black w...

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2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cherry

Niels Otto Moller Model 62 Dining Chairs of Cherry Wood

Arne Jacobsen Series 7 Chairs by Fritz Hansen, Black Leather, Model 3107

By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen

Located in Lejre, DK

xperience a true design classic with the Syver chair, model 3207, with armrests, designed by the legendary Arne Jacobsen in 1955 and handcrafted by Fritz Hansen. This iconic chair is...

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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel

Arne Jacobsen Series 7 Chairs by Fritz Hansen, Black Leather, Model 3107

Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf

By Henning Kjærnulf

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Set of striking dining chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, made of stained oak and new upholstered with canvas. Refreshing design with b...

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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak, Canvas

Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf

Set of 6 Mid-Century Modernist Dining Chairs by Brødrene Sørheim / Norway

By Brødrene Sørheim, Sorheim Bruk

Located in Buffalo, NY

Set of six teak dining chairs with original black faux-leather upholstery by Brødrene Sørheim. The chairs are in very good vintage condition with sign...

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1950s Norwegian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Faux Leather, Teak

Set of 6 Mid-Century Modernist Dining Chairs by Brødrene Sørheim / Norway

Henning Kjærnulf Set of Six Oak Dining Chairs for EG Møbler, Denmark 1960s

By Henning Kjærnulf

Located in Utrecht, NL

This impressive mid-century dining set of six is representative of the fundamental axioms of Scandinavian design that revolve around quality and functionality and pairs it with the d...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Henning Kjærnulf Set of Six Oak Dining Chairs for EG Møbler, Denmark 1960s

H. W. Klein Teak Arm Chairs by Bramin

By Henry Walter Klein

Located in St-Brais, JU

Rare set of teak wooden arm chairs from the 1950s designed by H.W. Klein. Made in Denamrk by Bramin Mobelfabrik. Features a solid teak frame with mo...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Teak

H. W. Klein Teak Arm Chairs by Bramin

Ten Restored Johannes Andersen Teak Dining Chairs, Custom Reupholstery Included

By Uldum Møbelfabrik, Johannes Andersen

Located in Knebel, DK

Set of ten 1960s Johannes Andersen dining chairs in teak made by Uldum Møbler, Denmark. The dining chairs feature a clean simple yet elegant design that will fit in well in most h...

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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Teak

Ten Restored Johannes Andersen Teak Dining Chairs, Custom Reupholstery Included

Four Restored Johannes Andersen Rosewood Dining Chairs Include Custom Upholstery

By Uldum Møbelfabrik, Johannes Andersen

Located in Knebel, DK

Set of Four fully restored 1960s Johannes Andersen dining chairs in rosewood made by Uldum Møbler, Denmark. The set of dining chairs feature a clean simple yet elegant design that w...

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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Rosewood

Four Restored Johannes Andersen Rosewood Dining Chairs Include Custom Upholstery

Swedish Modern Set of 4 Armchairs in the Style of Axel Einar Hjorth, 1930s

By Axel Einar Hjorth

Located in Odense, DK

Set of 4 sculptural armchairs made in beech. Made by a Swedish cabinetmaker. Strong references to Swedish architect Axel Einar Hjorth. A warm colour and patina that pair well wit...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Beech

Swedish Modern Set of 4 Armchairs in the Style of Axel Einar Hjorth, 1930s

Vintage Set of Four Magistretti Chairs in Silk and Glazed Oak, Italy, 1960s

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Interesting set of four vintage Italian dining chairs in the manner of Vico Magistretti with hand-glazed 'Verona Green' oak frames, reupholstered with a lovely textured apricot Itali...

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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Oak, Silk

Vintage Set of Four Magistretti Chairs in Silk and Glazed Oak, Italy, 1960s

Teak Dining Chair by Niels Otto Møller Model 71

By J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik, Niels Otto Møller

Located in Vienna, AT

Dining chair made of solid teak, designed 1951 by Niels Otto Møller and produced by J. L. Møller Møbelfabrik, model number 71. Fully restored, oiled wood surface with new foam and ne...

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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Teak

Teak Dining Chair by Niels Otto Møller Model 71

Danish Modern Petit Hoop Chairs

By Ib Kofod-Larsen

Located in Denton, TX

Solid Beech wood spindle back hoop chairs in the style Kofed Larsen with original vinyl seats.

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Beech, Upholstery

Danish Modern Petit Hoop Chairs

Set of 4 Betty Chairs Tk3, in Cognac Silk Leather and Oak by T&K for &Tradition

Located in Dubai, AE

Named after the Betty Nansen theater in Copenhagen, this chair boasts an exceptionally durable construction. Crafted from solid oak, with an upholstered seat, its simple design pro...

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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Oak

Set of 4 Betty Chairs Tk3, in Cognac Silk Leather and Oak by T&K for &Tradition

1960s Set of Four Danish Th. Harlev Dining Chairs in Teak and Beech by Farstrup

By Thomas Harlev, Farstrup

Located in Knebel, DK

Set of 4 Th. Harlev dining chairs, model 210 - nicknamed "the smile" due to the shape of the backrest, manufactured by Farstrup Møbler in the 1960s. The chairs features a teak ba...

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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Beech, Teak

1960s Set of Four Danish Th. Harlev Dining Chairs in Teak and Beech by Farstrup

Scandinavian Modern dining room chairs for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Scandinavian Modern dining room 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 dining room chairs created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, tables, building and garden elements and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, hardwood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Scandinavian Modern dining room 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 dining room chairs, popular names associated with this style include Hans J. Wegner, Niels Otto Møller, Fritz Hansen, and J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik. 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 dining room 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 $110,000 while the average work can sell for $3,465.

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