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
- Scandinavian design and Nordic design originated primarily in Denmark, Sweden, Finland, Iceland and Norway
- Introduced in the United States in mid-20th century
- Informed by the Bauhaus; influenced American mid-century modernism
CHARACTERISTICS OF SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Bold, clean lines and simple, sturdy symmetries
- Use of natural materials — native woods such as pine, ash and beech
- Open, airy spaces
- Promotion of functionality
- Emphasis on craftsmanship; rooted in cabinetry profession and traditional construction techniques
- Minimal ornamentation (little to no embellishment)
- A neutral or light color palette owing to prominence of light woods
SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
- Alvar Aalto
- Hans Wegner
- Kaare Klint
- Arne Jacobsen
- Greta Magnusson Grossman
- Finn Juhl
- Arne Vodder
- Verner Panton
ICONIC SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
VINTAGE SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS
The gentle, organic contours that are typical of Scandinavian design appear in the furnishings and decor created by Danish, Finnish and Swedish designers not as a stylistic gesture, but rather as a practical, ergonomic — and, as importantly, elegant — response to the human form.
Each nation produced exceptional talents in all areas of the applied arts, yet each had its forté. Sweden was home to Greta Magnusson Grossman and Bruno Mathsson — creators of the classic Grasshopper lighting series and Berlin daybed, respectively — but the country excelled most notably at ceramics. In the 1920s at the great Gustavsberg porcelain manufactory, Wilhelm Kåge introduced pieces in the Scandinavian style based on influences from folklore to Cubism; his skills were passed on to his versatile and inspired pupils Berndt Friberg and Stig Lindberg.
Likewise, Finland produced a truly ingenious Scandinavian modern furniture designer in the architect Alvar Aalto, a master at melding function and artistic form in works like the Paimio chair, created in collaboration with his first wife, Aino. Yet Finnish glassware was pre-eminent, crafted in expressive, sculptural designs by Tapio Wirkkala and Timo Sarpaneva.
The Danes excelled at chairs. Hans Wegner and Arne Jacobsen were exemplars of the country’s facility with wood, particularly teak.
Wegner created such iconic pieces as the Round chair and the Wishbone chair; Jacobsen — while the revolutionary architect and furniture innovator produced the best-selling plywood Ant chair — designed two classic upholstered pieces of the 1950s: the Swan chair and Egg chair. The list of great Danes could go on and on, including Finn Juhl, a stylistic maverick and maker of the bold Chieftain chair; Poul Kjaerholm, with his lean metal-and-rattan aesthetic; and Verner Panton, who introduced a vibrant Pop note into international design.
Today, decades after their heyday, the prolific, ever-evolving Scandinavian modernists continue to amaze and delight, and interior designers all over the world use their pieces to bring warmth to any given space.
On 1stDibs, you will note both instantly recognizable vintage Scandinavian modern chairs, sofas, rugs and tables — those that have earned iconic status over time — and many new discoveries.
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Style: Scandinavian Modern
Danish Modern Lounge Chair in Patinated Oak & Black Leather by Hans Olsen, 1950s
By Hans Olsen
Located in Odense, DK
Beautiful and rare lounge chair designed in the early 1950s by Danish designer Hans Olsen and executed at cabinetmaker Poul Dinesens workshop in the mid 1950s. Made in solid patinate...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
Finn Juhl Pair of Original Vintage NV-53 Chairs, c1950s
By Finn Juhl
Located in London, England
Finn Juhl - Pair of Rare NV-53 Lounge Chairs, 1953
One of Finn Juhl’s most rare and sought after designs. The NV-53 was produced by master cabinetmaker Niels Vodder, Juhl’s long-tim...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Hans Wegner FH-4283 Rosewood China Chair, C1960s
Located in London, England
Hans J. Wegner
FH 4283 China chair, 1944.
Produced by Fritz Hansen in Denmark this version in exquisite Brazilian rosewood is an incredibly rare version of this iconic design made in very limited quantities in the 1960s. The chair retains its original, patinated black leather seat cushion.
The China chair was designed by Hans J. Wegner in 1944 and marked a significant departure for producer Fritz Hansen as the only solid wood chair in their collection. Wegner found inspiration for this timeless Classic in antique Chinese armchairs...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Finnish Designer, Organic Lounge Chairs, Birch, Bouclé, Finland, 1940s.
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of dark-stained birch and beige bouclé fabric lounge chairs designed and produced in Finland, 1940s.
Seat height 16.5
Category
1940s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Bouclé, Birch
Pair of "Falcon" Easy Chairs by Sigurd Resell, Norway, 1970s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Produced by Vatne möbler in Norway, 1970s.
Leather cushions in good condition with minor signs of usage.
Category
1970s Norwegian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather
Iconic “Ari” Lounge Chair with Ottoman by Arne Norell
By Arne Norell
Located in Staffanstorp, SE
Timeless Scandinavian Design
Designed in 1966 by renowned Swedish designer Arne Norell, the Ari chair is a true masterpiece of Scandinavian modernism. This set includes the signatur...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
Peter Hvidt Orla Molgaard Style Classic Danish 1950s Medium Size Lounge Chair
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Beautiful lounge chair made in Denmark in the 1950s. The chair bear close resemblance to Peter Hvidt's designs for Fritz Hansen The chair is not marked similar to the vast majority ...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Mohair, Beech, Wool
Italian Designer, Lounge Chair, Velvet, Walnut, Italy, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A blue velvet and walnut lounge chair designed and produced in Italy, 1950s.
Repair to one armrest.
Seat height 17”.
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Walnut
Danish Wingback Chair in Off White Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Wingback chair, stained beech legs, fabric, Denmark, 1950s.
This archetypical wingback chair of the 1950s is both extremely comfortable and pleasing to the eyes. This easy chair wi...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Hans Wegner GE-270 Pair of vintage Teak Lounge Chairs, 1956
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in London, England
Hans Wegner
Hans Wegner - Model GE-270 Lounge Chairs, 1956
A pair of classic Hans Wegner lounge chairs produced by iconic producers: Getama in Gedsted, Denmark in the 1950s. Restor...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Teak
Yngve Ekström Lamino Easy Chair by Swedese in Walnut and Sheepskin
By Yngve Ekström, Swedese
Located in Tilburg, NL
Yngve Ekström Lamino Easy Chair by Swedese in Walnut and Sheepskin 'Off White'. New, design from 1956.
The Lamino by Yngve Ekström is one of the m...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Walnut
Finn Juhl NV-53 Lounge Chair
Located in San Francisco, CA
Finn Juhl design NV-53 lounge chair for Niels Vodder, Denmark. Sophisticated and elegant looking chair with sculpted solid teak arms and frame produced by Niels Vodder in 1953. Newly...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
$14,500
Wingback Armchair by Eva & Nils Koppel for Slagelse Møbelværk, Denmark, 1947
Located in Odense, DK
Important and rare wingback armchair designed by Eva &Nils Koppel in 1947 and manufactured at Slagelse Møbelværk, Denmark. Made from dark stained beech and upholstered in custom made...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wool, Beech
H.W. Klein for Bramin Leather Swivel Lounge Chairs, Denmark 1970s
Located in Almelo, NL
H.W. Klein for Bramin leather Swivel lounge chairs, Denmark 1970s
This vintage leather swivel lounge chair, designed by H.W. Klein for Bramin in Denmark during the 1970s, is a beaut...
Category
Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
High Back Arm Chair, Upholstered in Pure Alpaca
Located in LEWES, GB
A superb modern high back armchair. Handmade beech frames, sprung seat and solid oak feet. Newly upholstered in a luxurious, soft, pure alpaca wool fabric. Fast shipping worldwi...
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2010s British Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Alpaca, Beech, Oak
$4,809 / item
Yngve Ekström 'Circle' Rocking Chair, Sweden, circa 1960
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
Rare ‘Circle’ rocking chair by Yngve Ekström – Sweden, 1960s.
Designer: Yngve Ekström
Manufacturer: Stol AB Sweden.
Country: Sweden
Mo...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Alf Svensson for Fritz Hansen Two-Position Reclining Chair, 20 Century
By Alf Svensson
Located in NICE, FR
A striking example of mid-century Scandinavian craftsmanship, this two-position reclining lounge chair designed by Alf Svensson for Fritz Hansen blends comfort, functionality, and ic...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Bouclé, Birch
Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs in Oak & Leather by Hans J. Wegner, 1960
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Odense, DK
Amazing set of lounge chairs model GE-375 by Hans J. Wegner. Manufactured in the 1960s by GETAMA in solid oakwood with a beautiful grain and patina. The set retains the original brow...
Category
1960s Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
Pair of Kurt Østervig Sheepskin Lounge Chairs, Rolschau Møbler, Denmark, 1958
Located in The Hague, NL
This pair of rare lounge chairs was designed by Kurt Østervig and produced by the Danish manufacturer Rolschau Møbler in 1958. The design is characteri...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Upholstery, Oak
“Ringstol” by Illum Wikkelsø for Niels Eilersen in Beechwood and Cord, 1950s
Located in New York, NY
“Ringstol” by Illum Wiikkelsø for Niels Eilersen in Beechwood and Cord, Denmark, 1950’s. A sophisticatedly simple frame supports an impressive, steam bent beechwood ring measuring 31...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Cord, Beech
Little Petra & Pouf-Walnut & Kirkby Design Loop Oyster/09 Fabric by Viggo Boesen
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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Lithuanian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Nanna Ditzel ND83 Lounge Chair Upholstered in Blue Fabric, Denmark, 1950s
Located in New York, NY
Ditzel was nicknamed the “First Lady of Danish Furniture Design” by the Scandinavian Furniture Fair. These chairs are a Fine example of her outstanding design skills...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Illum Wikkelsø Easy Chair by Michael Laursen in Denmark
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Very rare easy chair designed by Illum Wikkelsø. Produced by Michael Laursen in Denmark.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
Marta Blomstedt Sheepskin Wing Chairs for the Aulanko Hotel, Finland, 1930s.
Located in ŁÓDŹ, PL
Pair of Marta Blomstedt Sheepskin Armchairs for the Hotel Aulanko, Finland, 1930s.
In 1936, architects Matti Lampen and Märta Blomstedt were commissioned to design the Aulanko Hotel in Hämeenlinna, Finland. This hotel was in its time a luxury hotel of international relevance. Here Finnish functionalist elegance was conveyed at its best. The armchairs in the hotel's entrance hall are today the subject of varying questions among design experts.
There are claims that the prototype of the model made for the Aulanko Hotel was Fleming Lassen's "Tired Man" armchair from 1935.
"Aulanko" itself became known all over the world. Most notable is the voluminous body that stands on four bun-shaped feet.
While this model originally had tubular steel legs,today there are many variations of this chair, such as a 1941 model with wooden legs.
Available in abundance in Finland, wood was used by many furniture makers as a substitute for metal, which was banned for furniture during the war.
Until the late 1940s, Artek marketed a version of the armchair with round wooden legs. In the 1950s, similar but smaller models were produced by different manufacturers, including Kantosen Puutyö. This craze explains the appearance of many variations with slight differences.
Armchairs are very comfortable and impressive. Through their streamlined and round shapes, they literally invite the user to sit in them and check if they are as comfortable and cozy as they look. For upholstery, we used the highest quality, premium sheepskin, which, apart from being very pleasant to the touch and cozy, is also durable. Furthermore, the warm brown colour of the wooden feet nicely contrasts to the soft, light color of the upholstery, creating a cosy look, not to mention that wooden bun feet make a long-lasting, rock solid foundation for any chair.
* Price per piece, Euro 35 000 per set of 2
Condition:
In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. The armchairs are newly refinished and reupholstered in premium sheepskin.
At the customer's special request, AMS Gallery offers a re-upholstery service in a fabric of choice. We guarantee the originality and authenticity of each of our items. The process of renovation and reupholstering is performed by experienced craftsmen with great attention to originality. Our team makes sure that each element retains its value and is ready for many years.
Dimensions:
Width 100 cm / 39.37 in.
Depth 95 cm / 37.4 in.
Height 90 cm / 35.4 in.
Seat Height 40 cm / 15.7 in.
About the Designer:
Märta Blomstedt (1899–1982) was an architect and one of the driving forces of the Finnish functionalism...
Category
1930s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Wood
Hans Wegner Oak 1950s Cigar Chair
Located in London, England
Hans Wegner Cigar Chair Model GE-240
Produced by Getama in Denmark, c1950s. The Cigar chair remains one of Wegner's most effective, contemporary and popular designs.
This exam...
Category
1950s European Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Oak, Bouclé
Ax Chair by Peter Hvidt & Orla Molgaard Neilsen for Fritz Hansen
Located in Dorchester, MA
Designed by Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard Nielsen for Fritz Hansen in 1947, the Ax Chair has a gently curved bent beechwood frame with armrests that offers a supremely comfortable se...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Beech, Teak
Sven Ivar Dysthe Reclining Lounge Chair
Located in Highland, IN
This exceptional lounge chair by Sven Ivar Dysthe for Dokka Mobler is a handsome, powerful design. With a frame of solid teak, the seat features a horn-shaped headrest (which reminds...
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1950s Norwegian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
Finnish Modular Leather Sofa by BJ Dahlquist, 1970
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wonderful modular sofa by OY BJ Dahlqvist AB, for BD Furniture, Jakobstad, Finland, 1070, 3 sections with thick cognac colored leather, six loose cushions on a leather clad frame, ma...
Category
1970s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Swedish TeVe chair by Alf Svensson for Ljungs Industrier, Dux, 1950s
Located in Forserum, SE
A TeVe lounge chair, designed by the Swedish architect Alf Svensson in 1953 for the manufacturer Ljungs Industrier (Dux). Crafted from solid beech with brass details and featuring or...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Brass
Danish Modern Scoop Arm Walnut Lounge Chair with Adjustable Ottoman
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Wonderful Danish modern scoop arm walnut lounge chair with adjustable ottoman. Solid walnut construction with very stylish swooped arms.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Superb pair of Danish late Art Deco Highback Lounge Chairs Carved Wood Armrests
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Superb Danish late Art Deco early midcentury chairs from the late 1930's or early 1940s with spring cushions and beautiful open armrests and legs carved in solid stained Birch with g...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Beech
Fritz Hansen Danish Modern Easy Chair in Leather and Beech, 1940s
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Odense, DK
Beautiful authentic Danish Modern easy chair made and designed in the 1940s at Fritz Hansen & Co., Copenhagen. The chair is upholstered in the...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather
Mid Century Danish Modern Lounge Chair by Arne Vodder for France and Daverkosen
Located in New York, NY
Sophisticated, stylish and rare Mid century Danish Modern lounge chair, by Arne Vodder, for France and Daverkosen, made in Denmark, circa 1950's.
The chair is in very good, origina...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Pair of Scandinavian Modern Elmwood and Chromed Metal Armchairs
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Scandinavian Modern armchairs with chromed metal and solid elm wood arms and feet. These modernist chair have a low profile and combine details from Bauhaus designs with more...
Category
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
$7,475 Sale Price / set
35% Off
Scandinavian Wingback Lounge Chair in Grey Upholstery and Teak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Lounge chair, new upholstery in Kvadrat fabric designed by Paul Smith, teak, Scandinavia, 1950s
Comfortable Scandinavian lounge chair with a wingback and sculptural armrests. With t...
Category
1950s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Little Petra & Pouf in Sahara Sheepskin & Walnut by Viggo Boesen for & Tradition
By Viggo Boesen
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. It’s one of just a few designs by architect Viggo Boesen, who became associated with Denmark’s signature design aesthetic in the 1930s called funkis style.
Little Petra is surprisingly petite, able to fit into all kinds of spaces, interiors and environments. Low to the ground, open and embracing, it embodies the essence of a lounge chair, allowing for all kinds of seating positions in any cosy setting imaginable.
Designer
Viggo Boesen
A pioneer of his time, Viggo Boesen (1907 – 1985) made grand gestures in the world of Danish design and architecture, bringing a new perspective to the forefront of the collective imagination throughout the 1930s. His work reflected a new Scandinavian ‘Funkis’ style, a Nordic take on Art Deco, which was popular during the time and brought with it an array of surprising forms and silhouettes.
For the Pouf, it's soft and nurturing, an ideal companion. With sheepskin and rounded legs in oiled walnut, it lends an organic warmth to any interior. Pair with the Little Petra for an elegant lounge seating arrangement.
Material:
sheep skin 17 mm sahara, oiled walnut
Dimensions:
Little Petra VB1 lounge chair...
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21st Century and Contemporary Lithuanian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Walnut, Sheepskin
Danish mid-century Easy Chair Teak and original Striped Wool, 1950's
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Very cool Danish mid-century armchair in teak covered in wool and very representative of the easy chairs of the time designed by such icons as Arne Vodder and Hans Wegner. Made by Er...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wool, Teak
Fritz Hansen Rare Pair of Wingback Lounge Chairs Model 1582 in Sheepskin, 1930s
By Fritz Hansen
Located in New York, NY
Fritz Hansen rare pair of large wingback lounge chairs model 1582 with beech wood frame and luxurious sheepskin upholstery, Denmark, 1930s. These incredibly chic early Danish period...
Category
1930s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Lambskin, Beech
Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chair
Located in New York, NY
Gorgeous Scandinavian Modern lounge chair with large proportions in the style of Märta Blomstedt and Flemming Lassen. Manufactured in Scandinavia around ...
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1930s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Pair of danish modern bentwood beech woven natural canvas lounge chairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of high back Scandinavian modern lounge chairs designed by Finn Ostergaard for Kvist Mobler. Beech bentwood construction with webbed natural canvas seats. Made in Denmark circa ...
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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Canvas, Beech, Bentwood
$1,960 Sale Price
30% Off
Pair of 1940s Swedish Lounge Chairs
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Turners Falls, MA
Pair of 1940s Swedish Lounge chairs. Elegant beechwood frames. Vintage Upholstery. Warm patina.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Beech
Lounge Chair by Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Lounge chair by Henning Kjærnulf, made of oak and upholstered with patinated tan leather.
Refreshing design with bold baroque coming together nic...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Lambskin, Oak
$2,847 Sale Price
20% Off
Gösta Jonsson Attributed Lounge Chair, 1950s, Sweden, Pure Alpaca Fabric
Located in LEWES, GB
Gösta Jonsson attributed lounge chair, 1950s, Sweden, newly upholstered in a premium, pure Alpaca wool fabric. Fast shipping worldwide.
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Alpaca, Beech
Kaare Klint, Lounge Char, Mahogany, Fabric, Denmark, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A light pink fabric and mahogany lounge chair designed by Kaare Klint in 1941 and produced by Rud. Rasmussen, Denmark, c. 1950s.
Dimensions: 45.7” H x 28” W x 37” D
Seat Height: 19.7”
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Mahogany
Rare Børge Mogensen for Fredericia Pair of ‘Safari’ Armchairs Cognac Leather Oak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Børge Mogensen for Fredericia Stolefabrik, pair of ‘Safari’ armchairs model 2221, saddle leather, oak, brass, Denmark, 1960s
This rare pair of armchairs reminds of the classical fol...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Brass
Canada Lounge Chair by Christian E. Hansen, by Fritz Hansen, 1944 Denmark
Located in Balen, BE
Wonderful "Canada" Lounge Chair designed by Christian E. Hansen, produced by Fritz Hansen in 1944. The chair was designed by the son of Fritz Hansen after a journey to Canada and thu...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Textile, Beech
Reupholstered 'Laila' Armchair by Ilmari Lappalainen for Asko, Finland, 1950s
Located in Karis, Nyland
An elegant armchair model 'Laila' designed by Ilmari Lappalainen and manufactured by Asko Oy in Finland in the 1950s. The chair has been reupholstered with high quality white sheepsk...
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1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Custom Made 1940s Style Sheepskin Lounge Chair
Located in London, England
Dagmar Design
Ryo armchair
A pair of custom made armchair developed and produced at our workshops in London using the highest quality materials. This example is upholstered in ...
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2010s British Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Oak
$6,183 / item
Poul Kjærholm 'PK23' Walnut and Brushed Steel Chair for Fritz Hansen
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Kjærholm 'PK23' Walnut and Brushed Steel Chair for Fritz Hansen.
Established in 1872, Fritz Hansen has become synonymous with legendary Danish design. Combining timeless crafts...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
Scandinavian Midcentury Easy Lounge Chair by Folke Ohlsson for DUX, 1950's
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Beautiful very sculptural chair designed by Folke Ohlsson for Dux Mobler of Sweden. The model is rarely seen and was only made directly for export to the US market. Made from solid w...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wool, Walnut
Swedish modern lounge chair by Sven Staaf, Sweden 1940s
Located in Hägersten, SE
Lounge chair attributed to Sven Staaf. Likely produced by Almgren & Staaf during the 1940-50s. Beige/grey wool fabric and beech legs. Great oversized back rest and overall beautiful ...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wool, Beech
Model 2254 Lounge Chair by Børge Mogensen for Fredericia Stolefabrik, 1960s
Located in Hellouw, NL
Amazing lounge chair model BM-2254 Slædestolen designed by Børge Mogensen for Fredericia Stolefabrik, 1960s. This chair is adjustable in two different positions as can be seen on the...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
$2,990 Sale Price
20% Off
Midcentury "Garden of Eden" settee, Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Stunning “Garden of Eden” settee by Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist, upholstered in eggshell white linen. Beautiful design that strikes a perfect balance between modernism and tradition.
K...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wood
Beige / Creme Leather Lounge Easy Chair by Ake Fribytter for Nelo Sweden 1970s
By Ake Fribytter, Nelo
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Scandinavian Modern beech bentwood lounge chair designed by Ake Fribytter and manufactured by Nelo in the 1970's upholstered with beige / creme leather and in allover good and very c...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Bentwood
$1,075 Sale Price / item
30% Off
Mats Theselius Sven lounge chairs Sweden 1998
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
This pair of 'Sven' armchairs, designed by Mats Theselius in 1998 and produced by Källemo in Sweden, epitomizes the seamless blend of modern industrial design and classic Scandinavia...
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1990s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
$8,484 / set
Yngve Ekström Lamino Easy Chair by Swedese in Oak and Sheepskin 'Sahara'
Located in Tilburg, NL
Yngve Ekström Lamino easy chair by Swedese in Oak and 'Sahara' Sheepskin. New, design from 1956.
The Lamino by Yngve Ekström is one of the most ic...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Oak
Pair of Chisel Lounge Chairs-Sheepskin Mohawi 21/Lacquered Walnut for Hay
By HAY
Located in Dubai, AE
Designed for HAY by Norwegian designer Andreas Bergsaker, Chisel Lounge Chair is a contemporary yet timeless take on the ever-relevant moulded plywoo...
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21st Century and Contemporary Latvian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Walnut
Børge Mogensen Wingback Chair with Ottoman
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen wingback chair with ottoman new upholstered with walnut elegance leather.
Legs in teak.
Model 2204, made by Fredericia Furniture.
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
$7,608 Sale Price
20% Off
Lounge chair by unknown designer, Sweden, 1960s
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Lounge chair made by anonymous Swedish designer during the middle of the 20th century.
Lovely design with a low, curved seat.
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Beech
Set of Two Carl-Johan Boman Lounge Chairs in Sheepskin for Oy Boman Ab, 1940s
Located in Hellouw, NL
Carl-Johan Boman was a key figure in Finnish furniture design during the early 20th century. As the head of Oy Boman Ab, he played a pivotal role in shaping Finnish modernism with hi...
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1940s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin
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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