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Scandinavian Modern Footstools

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 

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. 

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Style: Scandinavian Modern
Stool in Oak and Fabric by a Danish Cabinetmaker, 1950s
Located in Odense, DK
This stool, crafted in the 1950s by a Danish cabinetmaker, is a beautiful example of the timeless style and great craftsmanship that characterizes Scandinavian design. Made from qual...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Footstools

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Fabric, Oak

Danish Modern Beech Footstool
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Beech and vinyl footstool, circa 1960's. Compact design can be used with virtually any seating type. Original upholstery. Basic, essential!
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Footstools

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Beech

Mid-Century Modern Danish Footstool with Woven Paper Cord Seat, 1960
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous footstool from Denmark with a teak frame and a woven papercord seat. In very good condition with some water stains on the seat.
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Footstools

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Papercord, Teak

Danish Mid-Century Modern Rosewood Footstool by Spottrup
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Rosewood Danish modern footstool by Spottrup, circa 1960's. Clean, modern compact design can be used with virtually any seating type. Easy to m...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Footstools

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Hardwood

Yellow Stool by Nanna Ditzel, 1969
Located in London, GB
A vibrant yellow fibreglass stool designed by Nanna Ditzel for Domus Danica in 1969, after her move to London in 1968. In every aspect the stool is h...
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1960s Vintage Scandinavian Modern Footstools

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Fiberglass

1960's Kai Kristiansen Fully Restored Model 121 Paper Knife Rosewood Footstool
Located in Knebel, DK
1960's Kai Kristiansen Fully Restored Model 121 Rosewood Footstool by Magnus Olesen. The footstool was designed by and manufactored for the Kai Kristiansen iconic "Paper Knife set" ...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Footstools

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Rosewood

Tall Stool in Oak, Reupholstered in Lambswool, Danish Cabinetmaker, 1950s
Located in Odense, DK
Danish modern tall stool in oak with curly legs, reupholstered seat in long haired lambswool. Made by a Danish Cabinetmaker in circa 1950s. A great object for the Scandinavian int...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Footstools

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Wool, Oak

Mid-Century Danish Tripod Stool in Beech, Reupholstered in Lambswool, 1960s
Located in Odense, DK
Danish modern tripod stool in solid beech, reupholstered seat long haired lambswool. Made by a Danish Cabinetmaker in the 1960s. A great object for the Scandinavian interior home...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Footstools

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Wool, Lambskin, Sheepskin, Beech

Easy Chair Model 39 by Kai Lyngfeldt Larsen & Søren Willadsen, Denmark, 1965
Located in London, GB
A rare example of Kai Lyngfeldt Larsen's Easy Chair, Model 39, with matching footstool. Produced by Søren Willadsen from 1965. The rectilinear oak bases of both the chair and footsto...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Footstools

Materials

Leather, Oak

1950s Fully Restored Danish Stool
Located in Knebel, DK
1950s Fully restored danish stool. The stool feature a simple and elegant design with it's curved upholstered seat on top of it's four fluted chair leg...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Footstools

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Beech

1960s, Restored Danish Teak Footstool Reupholstered in Black Leather
Located in Knebel, DK
1960s Restored Danish teak footstool reupholstered in black leather. Fully restored Danish footstool in minimalistic yet advanced Scandinavia...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Footstools

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Leather, Teak

Verellen Danish Modern Walnut & Suede Ottoman
By Mostly Danish Furniture
Located in Marietta, GA
Very handsome, Danish Modern style round ottoman by Verellen, High Point, NC. The Hayes ottmoman, has a solid walnut X base frame with a tufted gray suede top. In very good estate co...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Footstools

Materials

Suede, Walnut

Set of Wulff ATD2 & Pouf ATD3 in Sheepskin Moonlight & Oak for & Tradition
Located in Dubai, AE
Introducing Wulff, a lounge chair whose upholstered form pays tribute to the hand-crafted designs of the 1930's. Wulff promises superior craftsmanship and outstanding comfort with luxuriantly soft upholstery that covers its seat and backrest. Intended as a lounge chair for the living room or bedroom, its architectural shape will add a stylish statement to any interior. Pouf: Based on the signature aesthetics of the sculptural Wulff lounge chair, the Wulff pouf is handcrafted with solid walnut legs. Whether you use it as a footrest for the Wulff chair...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Footstools

Materials

Sheepskin, Oak

Little Petra VB1 & Pouf in"Special Order"Sheepskin Colors& Oak for &Tradition
Located in Dubai, AE
Initially introduced back in 1938, Little Petra won instant praise at the Copenhagen Cabinetmakers Guild Exhibition, subsequently winning awards at exhibits in New York and Berlin. I...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Footstools

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Danish Modern Upholstered Footstool
Located in Minneapolis, MN
Danish modern footstool with beech legs and newly upholstered in a blue boucle wool. Professional, skilled furniture restoration is an integral part of what we do every day. Our g...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Footstools

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Upholstery, Teak

Kai Kristiansen for Aksel Kjersgaard, stool with leather and rosewood
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Kai Kristiansen ottoman with new upholstered seat in cognac aniline leather. Made of solid rosewood. Made by Aksel Kjersgaard 1960s.
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Footstools

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Leather, Rosewood

Iconic Pk 91 Folding Stool by Poul Kjærholm for by E. Kold Christensen, DK 1961
Located in Antwerp, BE
Iconic PK 91 folding stool designed by Poul Kjærholm and manufactured by E. Kold Christensen, Denmark 1961. This stool is from an early production and has a matt chromed plated steel...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Footstools

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Steel

1960s Fully Restored and Reupholstered Danish Footstool
Located in Knebel, DK
1960s Fully restored and reupholstered danish footstool. The footstool feature a simple and elegant design with it's thick upholstered seat on top of 4 lim tanned beech legs with ...
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1960s European Vintage Scandinavian Modern Footstools

Materials

Beech

Jørgen Gammelgaard Unusual Leather Foldable Stool, Danemark 1970
Located in Forest, BE
This is an unusual leather version of the yet rare but Classic folding stool by Jørgen Gammelgaard (1938–1991) who was a Danish furniture designer who ...
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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Footstools

Materials

Steel

Pair of Danish Mid-Century Footstools or Ottomans Papa Bear Style
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Beautiful pair of Danish footstools from the 1950's in solid teak top and solid legs in oak. Very elegant with tall legs. They are very similar to the Footstool that goes with the fa...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Footstools

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Cotton, Teak

'Pernilla' Armchair and Footstool Designed by Bruno Mathsson
Located in Brescia, IT
Iconic 'Pernilla' armchair and footstool designed by Bruno Mathsson for Karl Mathsson AB in Värnamo, Sweden in the 1940s. The frame is made of birch wood and the seat of canvas wi...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Footstools

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Canvas, Birch

Scandinavian Minimalistic Four-Legged Pine Stools, 1950s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Scandinavian; Minimalistic; pine; wood; four-legged; stools; 1950s; Craftsmanship; Woodworking; Charlotte Perriand; Scandinavian Modern; Scandinavian minimalistic four-legged pin...
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1950s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Footstools

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Pine

Danish Modern Black Leather Footstool
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Leather Danish footstool, circa 1960's. Robust, compact design with contrasting oak legs. Leather has been cleaned and conditioned. Sturdy and structurally sound. Would make a great entryway seat...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Footstools

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Leather, Oak

Danish Mid-Century Teak & Vinyl Footstool
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Teak & vinyl Danish footstool, circa 1960's. Charming quilted motif on caramel colored vinyl. Sleek conical legs that remove. Minor wear, typical of use and age. Please inquire for ...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Footstools

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Teak

Ib Madsen & Acton Schubell Pragh Ottoman in Mohair
Located in Oakland, CA
Scandinavian ottoman by Danish designer, Ib Madsen & Acton Schubell circa 1955 Denmark. The ottoman is crafted of solid stained oak with sculpted...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Footstools

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Mohair, Oak

Vintage Footstool with Storage
Located in Brescia, IT
Scandinavian wood and leather stool Practical original 1960s footstool with wooden frame and seat upholstered in leatherette red. The wooden legs are painted black. A small storage...
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1960s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Footstools

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Faux Leather, Wood

Little Petra vb1 & Pouf atd1 in Sheepskin & Oak by Viggo Boesen for &tradition
Located in Dubai, AE
Initially introduced back in 1938, Little Petra won instant praise at the Copenhagen Cabinetmakers Guild Exhibition, subsequently winning awards at exhibits in New York and Berlin. I...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Footstools

Materials

Oak, Sheepskin

Piccolo Pouff/Sgabello in Legno Curvato
Located in Felino, IT
piccolo pouff/sgabello in legno curvato. struttura in legno di betulla curvato, rivestimento in tessuto rosso personalizzato da cover fissata a velcron in tessuto etnico. seduta sves...
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Early 2000s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Footstools

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Set Wulff ATD2 & Pouf ATD3 in Sheepskin Moonlight & Oak for & Tradition
Located in Dubai, AE
Introducing Wulff, a lounge chair whose upholstered form pays tribute to the hand-crafted designs of the 1930's. Wulff promises superior craftsmanship and outstanding comfort with luxuriantly soft upholstery that covers its seat and backrest. Intended as a lounge chair for the living room or bedroom, its architectural shape will add a stylish statement to any interior. Pouf: Based on the signature aesthetics of the sculptural Wulff lounge chair, the Wulff pouf is handcrafted with solid walnut legs. Whether you use it as a footrest for the Wulff chair...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Footstools

Materials

Sheepskin, Oak

Apollo Chair and Ottoman by Svend Skipper for Skippers Mobler
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Apollo chair by Svend Skipper for Skippers Mobler, and ottoman. Ottoman 22" wide x 19" deep x 13.5" high This 'Apollo' model easy chair is made of a black bent plywood frame and black leather upholstery. Produced by Skippers Furniture in Denmark during the 1970s, the piece looks similar to the “Kroken” chair...
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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Footstools

Materials

Leather, Bentwood

Wrought Iron Industrial Foot Stools Designed by Foraform, Norway
Located in Antwerp, BE
Vintage set of industrial midcentury bar stools Mobelfakta designed by Foraform, Norway, 1980s. Black wrought iron frames with in wood grey painted seats. Vintage patina. Dimensio...
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1980s Norwegian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Footstools

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Wrought Iron

Yngve Ekstrom for Swedese, Lounge Chair and Ottoman, Scandinavian Modern
Located in Bochum, NRW
Yngve Ekstrom chair and ottoman by Swedese. Sunflower yellow corduroy covering. Frames made of bent birch. Marked "Swedese, Design Yngve Ekstrom, M...
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1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Footstools

Materials

Velvet, Beech

Airisto Side Table and Stool
Located in Halikko, Finland
Airisto side table with Joanna Laajisto. The Airisto collection's furnishings are multifunctional – they can be used as a side table, stool and a b...
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21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Footstools

Materials

Ash

Danish Mid-Century Modern Beech and Vinyl Footstool with Storage
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Teak Danish footstool with storage, circa 1960's. Handy flip top divided storage compartment. Tapering, sleek removable legs and original vinyl upholstery. Some minor marks consist...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Footstools

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Beech

Scandinavian Footstool 1960-1970
Located in Herentals, BE
The wooden footstool has a new upholstery of a high-quality yellow woven fabric.
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Footstools

Materials

Fabric, Wood

1965 Arne Jacobsen Oak Footstool-Sidetable for Saint Catherine's College
Located in Knebel, DK
Arne Jacobsen was the architect and designer of St. Catherines College "new buildings" In the years 1959-64. To this projekt He made the well known "Oxford" series. To the dorm rooms...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Footstools

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Oak

Mary Stool Velvet
Located in Lisbon, PT
Playing with dichotomies between rough materials and soft textures, cold and hot materials, round and straight shapes is what Mary stool is all about. A great accent piece that can b...
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2010s Portuguese Scandinavian Modern Footstools

Materials

Brass

Nano Stool Ottoman
Located in Lisbon, PT
Nano stool gathers inspiration from Scandinavian design made incredibly comfortable with the addition of soft upholstery. The top is upholstered in natural goat leather and the legs ...
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2010s Portuguese Scandinavian Modern Footstools

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Leather, Beech

Stella Stool
Located in Lisbon, PT
This elegant stool named Stella is unique in its conception. Format enhanced by the piping details, where different textures are coordinated. The top offers a perfect surface for cre...
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2010s Portuguese Scandinavian Modern Footstools

Materials

Leather, Fabric

Stool in Oak with Original Fabric by Åke Fribyter, Sweden
Located in Goteborg, SE
This stool was designed by Swedish designer Åke Fribyter and made in solid oak at Nybrofabriken, Fröseke. The details in the woodwork are in high quality. The pad has got the origina...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Footstools

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Oak, Fabric

Stool Ottoman Mini with Lamb Fur
Located in Lisbon, PT
Mini stool gathers inspiration from Scandinavian design made incredibly confortable with the addition of soft upholstery. The top is upholstered in natural sheep leather and the legs...
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2010s Portuguese Scandinavian Modern Footstools

Materials

Wood, Lambskin

Ottoman Mini with White Lamb Fur
Located in Lisbon, PT
Mini stool gathers inspiration from Scandinavian design made incredibly confortable with the addition of soft upholstery. The top is upholstered in natural lamb leather and the legs ...
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2010s Portuguese Scandinavian Modern Footstools

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Wood, Leather

Stool Ottoman Mini with Goat Kidasia Fur
Located in Lisbon, PT
Mini stool gathers inspiration from Scandinavian design made incredibly comfortable with the addition of soft upholstery. The top is upholstered in natural goat leather and the legs ...
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2010s Portuguese Scandinavian Modern Footstools

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Wood, Leather

Pair of Scandinavian Modern Oak Stools Produced by Willy Beck
Located in Madrid, ES
Pair of Ejner Larsen and Aksel Bender stools, produced by Willy Beck, Copenhagen, Denmark in 1961. Oak frame, upholstered with white velour textile. The seats are marked underneath w...
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Footstools

Materials

Upholstery, Fabric, Oak

Danish Foot Stool
Located in San Francisco, CA
Architectural design Danish teak foot stool made by France & Davoriksen, Denmark. Excellent original condition finish and fabric ready to enjoy!
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Footstools

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Teak

A Stool by Arne Hovmand-Olsen
Located in Long Island City, NY
The stool, design by Arne Hovmand-Olsen. Patinated oak stool with semi-circular seat, three round tapered legs. Denmark, circa 1960th
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Footstools

Otto Schulz Scandinavian Modern Footstool Mohair Upholstery Nickel Nail Heads
Located in New York, NY
Scandinavian Modern footstool by Otto Schulz for Boet with scrolled design. Newly upholstered with gray mohair upholstery and detailed with nickel nail heads. Measures: Length 25.5",...
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20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Footstools

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Nickel

Danish Mid-Century Beech Footstool
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Beech Danish footstool, circa 1960's. Angled profile with tapering legs and original upholstery with wear.
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Footstools

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Beech

Danish Mid-Century Beech Footstool
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Beech Danish footstool, circa 1960's. Splayed tapering legs, cross supports and original upholstery with wear.
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Footstools

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Beech

Danish Mid-Century Beech Footstool
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Beech Danish footstool, circa 1960's. Slender spayed legs and original upholstery with wear & tear.
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Footstools

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Beech

Danish Mid-Century Oak Footstool
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Teak Danish teak footstool, circa 1960's. Sleek conical legs and original upholstery with minor wear.
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Footstools

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Oak

Danish Mid-Century Modern Beech Footstool
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Beech Danish footstool, circa 1960's. Spayed removable legs and original upholstery with minor wear and tear.
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Footstools

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Beech

Kai Kristiansen for Aksel Kjersgaard, stool with leather and rosewood
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Kai Kristiansen ottoman with new upholstered seat in in Indian red elegance full grain aniline leather. Made of solid rosewood. Made by Aksel...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Footstools

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Leather, Rosewood

Hans Wegner AP-29 "Papa Bear" Footstool
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hans Wegner AP-29 "Papa Bear" footstool designed in 1953 and produced by AP Stolen. Store formerly known as ARTFUL DODGER INC
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Footstools

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Teak, Leather

Scandinavian Modern footstools for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Scandinavian Modern footstools 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 footstools created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, tables and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, hardwood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Scandinavian Modern footstools 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 footstools, popular names associated with this style include Mambo Unlimited Ideas, Carl Hansen & Søn, Boet, and Ejner Larsen and Aksel Bender Madsen. 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 footstools differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $145 and tops out at $15,802 while the average work can sell for $1,205.

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