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
Hans J. Wegner Flag Halyard Chair "Model Ge-225" for GETAMA, Denmark 1950s
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Utrecht, NL
When this iconic model was released in 1950, the unusual combination of rope, white-varnished steel and sheepskin had never been seen before in the furniture industry. It was a way for Hans Wegner to demonstrate his ability to design innovative, practical and comfortable furniture with every possible material.
Unveiled in Copenhagen in 1950 at an exhibition at the Designmuseum Danmark, the design received mixed reviews. Kaare Klint famously likened it to something from a gynaecologist’s office. But from the jump, fashion people fawned. It was splashed across magazines, models posing on its tightly wound string seat.
The Flaglinestol or Flag Halyard string-wrapped lounge chair quickly became a 21st-century icon. The story goes that in 1949 Wegner was at the beach, digging himself into the sand when he found the perfect lean-back position for seaside repose, which inspired him to make it in something more sturdy. This gave birth to this chair with its famous steel frame wrapped in rope commonly used for flagpoles. The ergonomic, spaceship-like form still looks innovative despite being over 70 years old. The bottom frame is made of a white-varnished steel structure with beechwood leg caps. The legs are splayed with the front ones connected by a stretcher, establishing the firm base for the body. The top-frame is made of chrome-plated steel that serves as the frame for the stretched halyard. Halyard rope, or flagpole rope, is traditionally used to raise and lower a flag on most external halyard flagpoles. The unusual combination of materials is continued by the cognac leather head pillow secured to the back. The chair is cosied up with sheepskin that - along with the headrest - softens the industrial shape of the steel.
This iconic Wegner model was already presented at The Arts & Crafts Spring Exhibition at Designmuseum Danmark in 1950. For several decades it was manufactured by Danish brand Getama in small quantities. In the late ’80s it went out of production altogether. PP Møbler...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
Poul Kjaerholm PK22 Black Leather Chairs
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Pair of Poul Kjaerholm PK22 black leather sling chairs that were produced in 2000, they were sold through Fritz Hansen and Knoll. Overall ver...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
Hans J. Wegner Lounge Chair AP 72 in Oak and Pierre Frey fabric for AP Stolen
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A hard to find folding Lounge chair designed by Hans J. Wegner for A.P. Stolen, Denmark. This ingeniously designed chair with beautiful details can be folded and the seating position...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Foam, Oak, Fabric, Rope
Frits Henningsen Lounge Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Frits Henningsen lounge chair from the 1940's.
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Scandinavian Easy Chairs in Sheepskin with Ottomans, Scandinavia, Ca 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
This pair of easy chairs exudes quality and personality from all angles. The basic Scandinavian furniture design principles are all present, with a functional, simple base at the core that is free of unnecessary ornamentation, aided by high-quality materials and execution. Additionally, the bodies covered in soft and stylish sheepskin provide plenty of visual pleasure.
With organic forms and harmonious proportions, these easy chairs are excellent examples of the great Scandinavian design from the era. Designed in the design phase that we know today as mid-century modern, this pair has a classic shape, paired with modern design. The generous seats and backs are welcoming, with the latter curving in such an angle that the sitter is gently “hugged”. The large, curved backrests feature tufted buttons that sink into the lush fabric accentuating its texture. The backs follow the curve of the equally generous seats, creating a harmonious look. The backside of the design is quite striking, as it is created from a single piece stemming from the base. The sheepskin used...
Category
1950s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Sheepskin
Calif-Asia, Low Foldable Chairs, Rattan, USA, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of adjustable rattan chairs designed and produced by Calif-Asia, USA, c. 1960s.
Category
1960s American Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Rattan
Kaare Klint Safari Chair Produced by Rud Rasmussen in Denmark
Located in Helsinki, FI
Safari chair was designed by Kaare Klint in the 1930s. This safari chair is produced by Rud Rasmussen in Denmark. This is the first design where no tools are needed to assemble and d...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
Scandinavian Modern Swedish White Sheepskin Easy Chair Attributed to Arne Norell
By Arne Norell
Located in Kramfors, SE
Scandinavian modern sheepskin chair from the mid-20th century attributed to Arne Norell, Sweden. The chair has an asymmetrical back and legs in ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin
Lounge Chair Model No 915 by Svante Skogh for Hjertquist & Co. Sweden
By Svante Skogh
Located in Klintehamn, SE
The Easy chair no 915 was designed by Svante Skogh in 1955 and manufactured by Hjertquist & Co. in Nässjö Sweden. It is extremely rare on the second hand market today. Extremely comf...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Birch
Axel-Einar Hjorth, Attributed, Pair of Solid Pine & Armchairs, Sweden, 1930-40s
Located in Berlin, DE
A pair of solid, acid stained pine & forged iron barrel back shaped sports cabin armchairs, Sweden 1930-1940s.
Attributed to Axel-Einar Hjorth, execute...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Pine
Pair of Midcentury Easy Chair Model Hunter by Torbjørn Afdal in Brown Leather
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Classic safari style high back easy chairs model "Hunter" in oak and leather designed by Torbjørn Afdal in the late 1960s and produced by Bruksbo Stranda Møbelindustri of Norway. Ove...
Category
1960s Norwegian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
“Clam Chair“ by Arnold Madsen 1944 Madsen & Schubell Sheepskin Denmark
Located in Berlin, BE
This “Clam” chair has a beloved design thanks to which it is considered by some as one of the most attractive chairs of “Nordic Design”.
The model has a rather perplexing history, and has been attributed to several designers before, the latest being the Danish architect Phillip Arctander.
However, recent research revealed that the “Clam” is the model that in fact started the story of Madsen & Schubell. Arnold Madsen designed the chair in 1944 in his small basement workshop in Gothersgade, Copenhagen.
This chair has a characteristic organic shape with soft curves, perched on club-shaped beech legs. The name comes from the shape of the seat and back that together form the silhouette of an open clam. The round armrests compliment the overall round feel of the chair. The seat is slightly raised towards the front, while the back is tilted back to provide great sitting comfort. The seat and back are covered in cream-white sheepskin, adding to the soft and cosy feel of this “Clam”.
In 1944, the chair was already exhibited in conjunction with the presentation of the newly opened furniture store NY FORM A/S in Copenhagen, which sold leading design of the day. In 1953, Madsen & Schubell sold the licence for the chair to the Norwegian company Vik and Blindheim.
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Jute, Beech
Pair Ingmar Relling Cantilever Bent Teak Lounge Chairs Leather Wool Seat Cushion
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of rare Ingmar Relling Scandinavian Modern Teak Bentwood lounge chairs with Leather Bindings and the original loose Wool Mix Upholstered Seat Cushions.
All handcrafted in the 19...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wool, Foam, Teak
Armchair Model Pedro by Carl Gustaf Hiort in Coral-Red Fabric, Finland, 1950s
Located in Praha 2, Hlavní město Praha
Finnish lounge armchair model Pedro designed by Carl Gustaf Hiort af Ornäs for Puunveisto Oy in Finland, 1950s.
This elegant armchair model by the Finnish architect Carl Gustaf Hior...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Fritz Hansen 1940s Sheepskin Armchair
By Fritz Hansen
Located in London, GB
Rarely seen model 1664 lounge chair produced by Fritz Hansen in Denmark, in the 1940s-1950s. This model is similar to the iconic 1669 armchair and has a ...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Beech
Midcentury Modern Sheepskin/Shearling Carl Malmsten "Lata Greven" Lounge Chairs
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
This model” Lata Greven" (Lazy countess) lounge chair designed by Carl Malmsten in 1953 and manufactured during that time. These two chairs have been fully...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Birch
Danish Cabinetmaker, Three Seat Sofa Lambwool and Aniline Leather, 1940s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Danish cabinetmaker three seat sofa new upholstered with lambwool. Buttons and cushions new upholstered with vintage aniline leather.
Legs of rosewood.
...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Sheepskin, Rosewood
Danish Modern Late 1950's Lounge Chair with Teak Accents
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Beautiful late 1950's or classic danish modern lounge chair on tapered teak legs. The angled back rest and thick padded seating offer maximum comfort. A sleek and sturdy design with ...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wool, Teak
Mid Century Modern Reclining Lounge Chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Stunning, Mid-Century Modern, reclining lounge chair features a elegant, walnut frame that slides from upright to a 3.5" recline position when seated. The seat and back are newly uph...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Swedish Modern Lounge Chair with Footstool, Sweden 1940s
Located in Utrecht, NL
Before the war, “Swedish Modern” was a word which had a clear-cut definition in design terms. It was style-forming and came about through the determined aesthetic to raise the standard of the Swedish home and to improve the taste for a better quality of design. It is an inheritance coming from a rich tradition of beauty loving people who were courageous enough to break away from the swaddling clothes of the past to entertain new forms for living.
In general, qualities of Swedish modern furniture include simple clean lines without excess decoration, made with mostly light-coloured woods, in this case, birch. This set has an understated, elegant look that is harmonious and well-balanced. The peculiar looking lounge chair has an elongated silhouette, with gentle, rounded edges and warmth expressed through the design. The long seat together with the footstool assures an exceptional lounging experience. The arms curve outwards, and the back has button tufting which are the main purely decorative elements of the design. Besides the seat, the bent back legs are the main distinguishing elements, serving a functional role. The thread running through Scandinavian design is functionalism, which is the most evident in the sturdy frame and the footstool, which further elongates the chair’s seat visually. At the same time, the half circle shape also serves a purely aesthetic role, enhanced by the buttons that also tie it together with the chair. The tapered birch legs assure stability and along with the bouclé upholstery, add to the overall modern, elegant look.
Moving into the machine age, life became somewhat easier, and functionalism evolved into also meeting the emotional needs of people. This gave Swedish functionalism a more natural and humanistic side, which is evident when looking at this set.
Condition:
In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. The chair and stool have been reupholstered recently in a premium bouclé fabric. Each of our items can be re-upholstered by our in-house atelier in a fabric of choice.
Dimensions:
Lounge Chair
27.95 in W x 38.58 in D x 36.81 in H; Seat height 17.71 in; Arm height 23.62 in
71 cm W x 98 cm D x 93.5 cm H; Seat height 45 cm; Arm height 60 cm.
Footstool
26.37 in W x 19.29 in D x 14.96 in H
67 cm W x 49 cm D x 38 cm H.
Shipping:
This lounge chair with...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Pair Kofod Larsen for Selig Mid Century Danish Walnut Lounge Chairs
By Selig, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Buffalo, NY
Classic pair Modernist Lounge Chairs designed by Kofod Larsen for Selig..Beautiful sculpted walnut frames.. Superior quality and construction.. in need of seat and back cushions.. Ha...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Danish Cabinetmaker, Three Seat Sofa in Boucle and Aniline Leather, 1950s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Danish cabinetmaker three seat sofa new upholstered with boucle, with cognac aniline leather tubing and buttons.
Legs of stained beech.
Made in the 1940s.
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Bouclé, Leather, Beech
Early Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen & Son Lounge Chairs, CH-22 in Oak
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wegner designed the CH22 lounge chair in 1950 for the ‘Købestævnet’ exhibition in Denmark. The chair features Wegner’s characteristically shaped armrests and a paper cord seat in wha...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Papercord, Oak
Pair of Oak Cigar Chairs Model Ge240 by Hans J. Wegner for GETAMA
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Little Burstead, Essex
These are a particularly good original pair of Wegner Cigar chairs, all original apart from the covers on the cushions, which retain the original interiors, so feel as they should to...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wool, Oak
Pair of Danish Cabinetmaker 1940s Sheepskin Armchairs
Located in London, GB
A pair of low vintage armchairs with curved arms, produced in Denmark between 1940-1950. The legs are made of stained beechwood and the chairs hav...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Beech
Hans J. Wegner for Getama, Pair of Lounge Chairs in Savak Wool, "GE-530", 1960s
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Odense, DK
A fine pair of lounge chairs in solid dark stained oak, reupholstered cushions in great quality striped savak wool. Designed by Hans J. Wegner for Getama, model "GE-530".
Hans J. Wegner (Danish, 1914–2007) was a renowned furniture designer associated with Organic Functionalism. Born in southern Denmark...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wool, Oak
Kay Fisker “Canton” Woven Wicker Lounge Chair for Robert Wengler, Denmark 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
While Kay Fisker is considered a leading exponent of Danish Functionalism, his present design shows why he was also a great influence on the Danish housing culture. This model was famously brought to Denmark from China by Fisker and there manufactured by Robert Wengler.
Having trained architects and designers such as Finn Juhl, Kay Fisker designed his furniture pieces with the greatest architectural precision and quality. This “Canton” is a one-of-a-kind design, with an immediately recognizable frame and wickerwork. The masterfully woven cane gives this chair an airy look, complimented by the loose, upholstered seat cushion that adds comfort and cosiness to complement the frame. From every angle, this chair is visually arresting; from the front to the sides and back, the curves and geometric lines provide plenty of visual interest. This chair has a distinct designer edge, with clear signs of a skilled architect. The straight lines are mainly in service of the structural stability, while the and the lower panel in the front are the creation of an equally skilled designer. The back is especially creative, as it flows down to form the armrests and then further down to the legs, creating balance between the curved and straight lines. Fisker, like many of his Danish contemporaries was highly skilled both as an architect and as a furniture designer, and the “Canton” is perhaps the best evidence of that.
The manufacturer, Robert Wengler was a German craftsman who specialized in wicker furniture, and was appointed as a wicker maker to the Danish Crown in 1914. He was a Pioneer in working with rattan in the early 20th century and became the most skilful wicker-maker in Denmark. This chair is marked by his brand, R. Wengler.
Condition:
In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. Some discoloration and marks of restoration on the cane.
Dimensions:
33.46 in W x 37.59 in D x 38.18 in H; Seat height 18.5 in
85 cm W x 95.5 cm D x 97 cm H; Seat height 47 cm
About the Designer:
Kay Otto Fisker (born 14 February 1893 in Frederiksberg, died 21 June 1965) was a Danish architect and professor at the Academy of Fine Arts. He was an exponent of a nationally shaped version of international functionalism.
Fisker graduated from school in 1909 and attended the Academy of Fine Arts' School of Architecture from 1909 to 1920, when he graduated as an architect. During his studies he was employed at Anton Rosen's architect's office from 1912, in Stockholm with Sigurd Lewerentz and Gunnar Asplund in 1916 and with Hack Kampmann in Copenhagen from 1918. In 1915, in collaboration with Aage Rafn...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wicker, Cane
Poul M. Volther Lounge Chair
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Poul M. Volther lounge chair in original black leather.
Frame of oak
Made by Erik Jørgensen.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
Karin Mobring Style Easy Chair in Pine & Leather, Made in Sweden, 1970s
Located in Odense, DK
Swedish modern lounge chair in solid pine, upholstered in leather. Made by a unknown cabinetmaker in 1970s. The chair has some strong references to Karin Mobrings "Natura" and Børge ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Pine
Ole Wanscher Lounge Chair
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Ole Wanscher lounge chair with new upholstered with blue fabric.
Frame of stained beech.
Made by France & Daverkosen.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wool, Beech
Scandinavian Modern Chair by Elias Svedberg for Nordiska Kompaniet Sweden 1950’s
Located in London, GB
A comfortable and low level lounge chair by Elias Svedberg in the Scandinavian Modern Design Style. The design was produced by Stockholm’s high end department store Nordiska Kompanie...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Birch
Poul Kjærholm Easy Chairs Model PK-22 Produced by E. Kold Christensen in Denmark
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare pair of easy chairs model PK-22 designed by Poul Kjærholm. Produced by E. Kold Christensen in Denmark.
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
Danish BO-561 Lounge Chairs in Cognac by Fabricius and Kastholm for BoEx, 1960s
Located in Eindhoven, Noord Brabant
These set of 2 BO-561 Lounge chairs are designed by Preben Juhl Fabricius and Jorgen Kastholm in the sixties.
The 2 Danish designers met each other in the 50s but start only workin...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
Hans Wegner AP-16 Lounge Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hans Wegner AP-16 lounge chair. Designed in 1951. Produced by AP Stolen.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
"Bambi" Lounge Chair by Rastad & Relling for Gustav Bahus, 1950s
Located in Rosendahl, DE
Beautifully patined "Bambi" lounge chair in original condition, designed by Rastad and Relling, made by Gustav Bahus.
Dimensions: 64 x 65 x 70/36 cm [DxWxH/SH].
Category
Mid-20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Teak, Leather
Otto Schulz Easy Chairs Model Schulz Produced by Boet in Sweden
By Otto Schulz
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare pair of easy chairs model Schulz designed by Otto Schulz. Produced by Boet in Sweden.
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Beech
Pair of Carl Gustav Hiort af Ornäs 'Rialto' Armchairs by Puunveisto Oy, Finland
Located in Utrecht, NL
Chair 'Rialto's streamlined design and refined details engage in a fascinating dialogue. The beautiful signature leather-wrapped armrests give strength to Rialto's unique appearance,...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Beech
Easy Chair in Beech by Yngve Ekström for Swedese model Lamino, Sweden
By Yngve Ekström, Swedese
Located in Hellouw, NL
Nice easy chair by Yngve Ekström model Lamino from Sweden. The chair has a typical Scandinavian design and is executed in beech wood and red fabric. The design is from 1956, however,...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Beech
Pair Danish Modern Teak Armchairs by Ole Wanscher for France & Son
Located in Buffalo, NY
Stunning pair teak lounge chairs designed by Ole Wanscher manufactured by France & Sons,, Retains original finish ,,patina,, Newer seat and bac...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Mid-Century Modern Rastad & Relling Bambi Lounge Chair by Gustav Bahus
Located in Southampton, NY
Rolf Rastad & Adolf Relling lounge chairs Model Bambi by Gustav Bahus in Norway.
Two available. Both made of teak and leather, however, one lighter due to sun fading.
The smooth fla...
Category
Mid-20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
Børge Mogensen Lounge Chair, Model 2321, Sheepwool
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen lounge chair new upholstered with sheepwool
Legs of oak.
Model 2321, made by Fredericia Furniture.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Oak
Axel-Einar Hjorth, Attributed, Pair of Solid Pine & Armchairs, Sweden, 1930-40s
Located in Berlin, DE
A pair of solid, acid stained pine & forged iron barrel back shaped sports cabin armchairs, Sweden 1930-1940s.
Attributed to Axel-Einar Hjorth, execute...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Pine
Midcentury Lounge Chair in Solid Pine by Edvin Helseth, 1960s
By Edvin Helseth, Trybo
Located in Lejre, DK
Lounge chair in solid pine designed by Edvin Helseth for Trybo Furniture. Made in Norway. Great original condition.
Category
1960s Norwegian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Pine
Ilmari Lappalainen “Emilia 2470" Armchair with a Solid Teak Frame, Finland, 1960
Located in New York, NY
Ilmari Lappalainen “Emilia 2470" armchair with a solid teak frame is from the early 1960’s. The chairs contoured body is newly upholstered and it’s frame...
Category
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Teak
Solid Teak Danish Modernist Lounge Chairs designed by Poul Volther / Denmark
Located in Buffalo, NY
Solid teak Danish modernist lounge chairs designed by Poul Volther, Classic Scandinavian design, solid teak wood, superior quality and construction, retain original finish / patina, ...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Midcentury Lounge Chair in Solid Pine by Edvin Helseth, 1960s
By Edvin Helseth, Trybo
Located in Lejre, DK
Lounge chair in solid pine designed by Edvin Helseth for Trybo Furniture. Made in Norway. Great original condition.
Category
1960s Norwegian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Pine
Illum Wikkelsø Wikkelsoe Leather Armchair Chair black Niels Eilersen Set of 2
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Danish modern teak chair with thick black aniline leather.
Design by Illum Wikkelsø and manufactured by Niels Eilersen.
Great comfort with o...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
Egg Chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, Denmark
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
Original and iconic chair, designed by Arne Jacobsen and manufactured by Fritz Hansen. This egg chair features an aluminum frame with new upholstery.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Hans Wegner FH-4283 Rosewood China Chair
Located in London, GB
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. This example was originally purchased from the Illum Bolighus department store in Copenhagen and the original retailer’s badge is in place under the seat.
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...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Pair of Arne Hovmand Olsen for Mogens Kold Lounge Chairs
Located in Buffalo, NY
Rare pair of Danish modern arm, lounge chairs designed by Arne Hovmand Olsen for Mogens Kold. in original estate condition. Retain o...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak, Teak
Bertil Fridhagen Easy Chairs Model Kuba by Bröderna Andersson in Sweden
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Pair of easy chairs model Kuba designed by Bertil Fridhagen. Produced by Bröderna Andersson in Sweden.
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
Børge Mogensen Wingback Easy Chair Model 2204 with Stool Model 2202
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare wingback easy chair model 2204 and stool model 2202 designed by Børge Mogensen. Produced by Fredericia Stolefabrik in Denmark.
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
Frits Henningsen Mahogany Armchairs, circa 1940
Located in London, GB
Frits Henningsen
Pair of cane back armchairs, circa 1940s
This pair of Cuban mahogany armchairs designed and built by master Danish cabinet maker Frits Henningsen. The chairs f...
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1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Cane, Mahogany, Leather
PK20 Easy Chair by Poul Kjaerholm
Located in Sagaponack, NY
Sculptural Scandinavian Modern PK20 lounge chair designed by Poul Kjærholm. This early PK20 lounge chair features a high-back scoop seat with perfectly patinated channeled leather up...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
Peter Hvidt & Orla Molgaard-Nielsen Boomerang Chair, circa 1959
Located in London, GB
Peter Hvidt & Orla Molgaard-Nielsen
Boomerang Chair, 1954
Teak lounge chair produced by France & Son, Denmark with patinated brass plated legs. New cushions covered in Kvadrat ...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wool, Teak
Pair of Nanna Ditzel Armchairs, ND # 83
By Nanna Ditzel
Located in Kastrup, DK
A pair of Nanna Ditzel teak and upholstered armchairs, # ND 83 with the original design from 1952. Produced by Søren Willadsen. Re-upholstered in Kvadrat fabric.
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist "Little Adam" Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist "Little Adam" chair Designed in 1958 and Produced by Nordiska Kompaniet. NOTE: We Have Another Chair Waiting to be Reupholstere...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Birch, Fabric
Pair of Mid Century Danish Lounge Chairs by in Mahogany and Patinated Leather
Located in Lejre, DK
Pair of elegant lounge chairs and one stool with mahogany frame and French caning in seat and back. Seat cushion in patinated leather. Designed by Danish architects Johnny Sørensen a...
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1980s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Mahogany, Leather, Cane
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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