Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
SCANDINAVIAN MODERN STYLE
Scandinavian modernism is perhaps the warmest and most organic iteration of modernist design. The work of the designers associated with vintage Scandinavian modern furniture was founded on centuries-old beliefs in both quality craftsmanship and the ideal that beauty should enhance even the humblest accessories of daily life.
ORIGINS OF SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Emerged in the 1930s
- Originated primarily in Denmark, Sweden and Finland
- Introduced in the United States in mid-20th century
- Informed by the Bauhaus and modernism; influenced American mid-century modernism
CHARACTERISTICS OF SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Bold, clean lines and simple, sturdy symmetries
- Use of natural materials — native woods such as pine, ash and beech
- Open, airy spaces
- Promotion of functionality
- Emphasis on craftsmanship; rooted in cabinetry profession and traditional construction techniques
- Minimal ornamentation (little to no embellishment)
- A neutral or light color palette owing to prominence of light woods
SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
- Alvar Aalto
- Hans Wegner
- Kaare Klint
- Arne Jacobsen
- Greta Magnusson Grossman
- Finn Juhl
- Arne Vodder
- Verner Panton
ICONIC SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
VINTAGE SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS
The gentle, organic contours that are typical of Scandinavian design appear in the furnishings and decor created by Danish, Finnish and Swedish designers not as a stylistic gesture, but rather as a practical, ergonomic — and, as importantly, elegant — response to the human form.
Each nation produced exceptional talents in all areas of the applied arts, yet each had its forté. Sweden was home to Greta Magnusson Grossman and Bruno Mathsson — creators of the classic Grasshopper lighting series and Berlin daybed, respectively — but the country excelled most notably at ceramics. In the 1920s at the great Gustavsberg porcelain manufactory, Wilhelm Kåge introduced pieces in the Scandinavian style based on influences from folklore to Cubism; his skills were passed on to his versatile and inspired pupils Berndt Friberg and Stig Lindberg.
Likewise, Finland produced a truly ingenious Scandinavian modern furniture designer in the architect Alvar Aalto, a master at melding function and artistic form in works like the Paimio chair, created in collaboration with his first wife, Aino. Yet Finnish glassware was pre-eminent, crafted in expressive, sculptural designs by Tapio Wirkkala and Timo Sarpaneva.
The Danes excelled at chairs. Hans Wegner and Arne Jacobsen were exemplars of the country’s facility with wood, particularly teak.
Wegner created such iconic pieces as the Round chair and the Wishbone chair; Jacobsen — while the revolutionary architect and furniture innovator produced the best-selling plywood Ant chair — designed two classic upholstered pieces of the 1950s: the Swan chair and Egg chair. The list of great Danes could go on and on, including Finn Juhl, a stylistic maverick and maker of the bold Chieftain chair; Poul Kjaerholm, with his lean metal-and-rattan aesthetic; and Verner Panton, who introduced a vibrant Pop note into international design.
Today, decades after their heyday, the prolific, ever-evolving Scandinavian modernists continue to amaze and delight, and interior designers all over the world use their pieces to bring warmth to any given space.
On 1stDibs, you will note both instantly recognizable vintage Scandinavian modern chairs, sofas, rugs and tables — those that have earned iconic status over time — and many new discoveries.
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Style: Scandinavian Modern
Creator: Arne Norell
Pair of Arne Norell "Ari" Lounge Chairs
By Arne Norell
Located in New York, NY
Pair of spectacular Arne Norell lounge chairs in patinated ivory leather. Arguably one of the most desired and collectible lounge chairs from the Scandinavian modern period.
The ch...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather
1960s Arne Norell Rosewood Leather Sling Sirocco Safari Lounge Chair Mid-Century
By Arne Norell, Scanform
Located in Hyattsville, MD
The Sirocco safari chair designed by Arne Norell in 1966. This example is in camel-colored leather; with two cushions and slings with brass fittings. Designed to breakdown for flat p...
Category
1960s Colombian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather
1970s, Scandinavian design by Arne Norell, lounge chair, original condition.
By Arne Norell
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Scandinavian design by Arne Norell. Lounge chair in original very good condition: no smells and no stains. Original brown leather, beech wood. Manufactured by Swedish furnitur...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Beech
'Ari' lounge chair with matching stool by Arne Norell
By Arne Norell
Located in Copenhagen, DK
'Ari' easy chair with matching stool in black buffalo leather and steel frame.
Made from buffalo leather original. Designed by Arne Norell for Norell Möbel AB.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
Arne Norell Easy Chair Model Sirocco, 1970s
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Safari chair model Sirocco in good condition.
Original leather and canvas. Designed by Arne Norell, produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden, 1970s.
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Brass
Arne Norell Ilona Oak and Cognac Leather Campaign Safari Chair, Sweden, 1970s
By Arne Norell
Located in Miami, FL
Rare Ilona campaign safari chair rendered in a turned oak frame with cognac leather back, side, buckle straps and button removable loose cushions. Designed by Arne Norell, Sweden, 1...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal, Brass
Arne Norell pair Sirocco Safari Lounge Chairs in Red leather and Ash, Sweden
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Great pair of Sirocco Safari Lounge Chairs designed by Arne Norell and manufactured by Norell Möbel AB in Sweden. Light patined Ash frames with the original leather cushions in beaut...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Rope, Wood, Ash
Arne Norell Sirocco Safari Lounge Chair in Black leather and Ash, Sweden
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Great Sirocco Safari Lounge Chair designed by Arne Norell and manufactured by Norell Möbel AB in Sweden. Light patined Ash frame with the original leather cushion in beautiful black ...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Rope, Wood, Ash
Pair of Arne Norell Easy Chairs Model Sirocco, 1970s
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pair of safari chairs model Sirocco in good condition with original black leather.
Designed by Arne Norell, produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden, 1960s.
Global front door ship...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Brass
Arne Norell 'Merkur' Lounge Chair in Cognac Leather and Mahogany
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Arne Norell for Norell Möbel AB, lounge chair, model 'Merkur', leather, mahogany, Sweden, 1960s
The Merkur easy chair, a design by Swedish designer Arne Norell (1917-1971), epitomi...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Arne Norell 'Inca' Lounge Chair with Ottoman in original leather
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Arne Norell, 'Inca' lounge chair with ottoman, leather, beech, Sweden, 1965.
The iconic 'Inca' lounge chair with ottoman in original red leather, designed by Arne Norell. The back f...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Beech
Arne Norell 'Ari' Lounge Chair with Ottoman in Patinated Black Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Arne Norell for Norell Møbel AB, 'Ari' lounge chair and ottoman, patinated black leather, chrome-plated steel, Denmark, 1966
The lounge chair and accompanying ottoman, known as the ...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
Brutalist 1960s Arne Norell "Ari" Lounge Chair in Cognac Leather, Sweden
Located in Antwerp, BE
A beautiful lounge chair designed in the the sixties by Arne Norell for Norell Mobel. This is a classic and striking combi of materials, the frame is made of two curves of chrome-pla...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
Arne Norell ‘Ari’ Lounge Chair and Ottoman in Original Black Leather Sweden, 60s
Located in WIJCKEL, NL
Comfortable lounge chair and ottoman designed by Arne Norell. This award winning lounge chair is made of high quality matt polished steel and original black leather. The set is in ni...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
Pair of Arne Norell Easy Chairs Model Sirocco, 1970s
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pair of safari chairs model Sirocco in good condition with original leather.
Designed by Arne Norell, produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden, 1970s.
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Brass
Arne Norell Ari Easy Chairs in Cognac Brown Leather, Sweden, 1960s
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
A great pair of Ari chairs designed in 1966, by Arne Norell. Produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden, 1960s. Excellent original condition with signs of usage and patina.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather
Pair of Arne Norell Easy Chairs Model Sirocco, 1970s
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Excellent pair of safari chairs model Sirocco in good condition with new seat cushions.
Designed by Arne Norell, produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden, 1970s.
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Brass
Pair of Arne Norell Easy Chairs Model Sirocco, 1970s
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pair of safari chairs model Sirocco in good condition with original green leather.
Designed by Arne Norell, produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden, 1970s.
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Brass
Arne Norell 'Ari' Easy Chair in Brown Leather, Sweden, 1970s
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Ari chair designed in 1966, by Arne Norell. Produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden, 1970s. Excellent original condition with small signs of usage and patina.
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather
Arne Norell "Sirocco" Safari Chair for Norell Möbel AB, Sweden 1960s
By Arne Norell
Located in Utrecht, NL
The original Sirocco chair was designed by Arne Norell in 1964 and was handmade in Sweden in the same factory that Norell established in the 1960s. This model is a modern classic wit...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Brass
Pr. Ari Lounge Chairs with Ottomans by Arne Norell Made in Sweden c. 1960's
Located in New York, NY
Fantastic pair of Ari lounge chairs with ottomans, in nicely patinated brown leather upholstery. Designed by Arne Norell, for Norell Mobel AB, Made in Aneby Sweden 1960's. These vogu...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Arne Norell Easy Chairs and Stools Model Ari by Arne Norell AB in Sweden
By Arne Norell
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare pair of easy chairs with foot stools model Ari designed by Arne Norell. Produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
Pair of Arne Norell Easy Chairs Model Sirocco, 1970s
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Excellent pair of safari chairs model Sirocco in good condition.
Original leather and canvas. Designed by Arne Norell, produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden, 1970s.
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Brass
Vintage Arne Norell Leather and Chrome Ari Lounge Chair and Ottoman
Located in San Jose, CA
Mid-Century Modern 'Ari' Lounge Chair and Ottoman Footstool designed by Arne Norell for Norell Möbel AB, Sweden circa 1966. Features a sleek profile that comes in the original chestn...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Pair of 1970s Arne Norell Leather Lounge Chairs
By Arne Norell
Located in Turners Falls, MA
Pair of Arne Norell “Mexico” Lounge Chairs for Arne Norell Mobel AB. Sweden, 1970’s. Original high quality tan leather has a nice worn patina. Roll tufted se...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather
Midcentury Swedish Lounge Chairs "Löven" by Arne Norell
Located in Karlstad, SE
Pair of lounge chairs model "Löven" by Arne Norell, 1960s.
These chairs have a timeless classic design and, as with all Norell furniture, the construction quality is extremely high....
Category
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Arne Norell Armchair Model Pilot T184 in Leather and Beech, 1970s
By Arne Norell
Located in Praha 2, Hlavní město Praha
Swedish curved armchair in leather and dark-stained beech, model 'Pilot T184', designed by Arne Norell and manufactured by Norell Möbel AB in Sweden, 1970s.
This outstanding piece...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Beech
Arne Norell "Jupiter" Armchairs for Norell Möbel AB, Sweden 1960s
Located in Utrecht, NL
This rare armchair model was designed by Arne Norell in the 1960s and was handmade in Sweden in the factory that Norell established in the same decade. These chairs are modern classi...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Pair of Arne Norell Easy Chairs Model Sirocco, 1970s
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pair of safari chairs model Sirocco in good condition with original black leather.
Designed by Arne Norell, produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden, 1960s.
Global front door sh...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Brass
Arne Norell Merkur Lounge Chair, Sweden, 1960
By Arne Norell
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Very nice and comfortable Merkur lounge chair designed by Arne Norell and manufactured by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden, 1960. The chair has very nice olive green tufted leather cu...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Ash
Arne Norell Sirocco Easy Chair by Arne Norell AB in Sweden
By Arne Norell
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Easy chair model Sirocco designed by Arne Norell. Produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Brass
Midcentury Swedish Lounge Chairs "Löven" by Arne Norell
Located in Karlstad, SE
A lounge chair model "Löven" by Arne Norell, 1960s.
This chair has a timeless classic design and, as with all Norell furniture, the construction quality is extremely high. The frame...
Category
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Teak, Leather
Swedish Midcentury Lounge Chair in Patinated Leather by Arne Norell
Located in Lejre, DK
Lounge chair in patinated leather designed by Arne Norell and made by Norell Möbel AB in Sweden.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather
Arne Norell Inca Easy Chairs with Stools Produced by Arne Norell AB in Sweden
By Arne Norell
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
A pair of easy chairs and stools model Inca designed by Arne Norell. Produced by Arne Norell AB in Sweden.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Brass
Arne Norell Easy Chair Model Löven by Arne Norell Ab in Sweden
By Arne Norell
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare easy chair model Löven designed by Arne Norell. Produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Pair of Arne Norell Steel White Leather ARI Lounge Chairs 1960s Scandinavian
By Arne Norell
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Heavily worn and cracking white leather lounge chairs. One leather pillow strap is broken, the leather is slightly stiff and has cracks to most surfaces, some cracks go all the way ...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
1970s Arne Norell Set of Two Rotang Lounge Chairs
By Arne Norell
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of two lounge chairs in beech seat designed by Arne Norell
The frames of the chairs have been overlooked and refinished by our cabinetmaker and are in good condition the cushi...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Beech
Arne Norell Easy Chair Model Löven by Arne Norell AB in Sweden
By Arne Norell
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare easy chair model Löven designed by Arne Norell. Produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Scandinavian Modern Ari Easy Chair Arne Norell AB Sweden
By Arne Norell
Located in Minneapolis, MN
This classic lounge designed by Arne Norell for Arne Norell AB Sweden is crafted from a chromed steel frame and boasts new high quality upholstery in Italian leather by Studio Art. ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
“Sirocco” Safari Chair in Leather by Arne Norell
By Arne Norell
Located in Portland, OR
Classic black leather “Sirocco” safari chair by Arne Norell. Lovely patina to leather as well as brass fittings. Frame is solid Cocobolo. Age consistent signs of use. Versatile and v...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Cocobolo
Arne Norell, Pair of Sirocco Lounge Chairs, Leather and Ash, AB Aneby, 1970s
Located in Odense, DK
A beautiful pair of safari chairs in a cream colored leather and wooden ash frame. Designed by Arne Norell, produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden, in the 1960s.
These appealin...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Ash
Arne Norell Safari Lounge Chair for Scanform
By Scanform, Arne Norell
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A 'Sirocco' safari chair designed by Arne Norell in 1966 and produced by Scanform in Colombia, a company licensed to manufacture the Sirocco chair for export to the US. This example ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Colombian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Brass
Scandinavian Modern lounge chairs for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Scandinavian Modern lounge 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 lounge chairs created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, tables, decorative objects and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, fabric and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Scandinavian Modern lounge 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 lounge chairs, popular names associated with this style include Hans J. Wegner, Fritz Hansen, Børge Mogensen, 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 lounge chairs differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $473 and tops out at $107,244 while the average work can sell for $5,453.
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