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 Teak and Brown Leather Loungechair by Finn Juhl for France and Son
Located in Vienna, AT
This excellent and comfortable Scandinavian Modern lounge chair model number FD 136 was designed by Finn Juhl for France & Son, Denmark 1960s.
It features a curved backrest and and s...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
Pair of Custom Made Sheepskin Wing Chairs
Located in London, England
Dagmar Design - Sampo wing chair.
The Sampo wing chair is from the Dagmar Design custom-made upholstered range.
This obscure design originated from the w...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Beech, Oak
Contemporary Vintage Lounge chair in bamboo and brown leather
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Contemporary vintage lounge chair with bamboo and brown leather, foldable.
Category
20th Century European Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Bamboo
Illum Wikkelsøe Capella Series Armchairs, 1950
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Remarkable pair of easy chairs from the Capella series, designed by Illum Wikkelsø, produced by Niels Eilersen in Denmark, designed in 1959, solid teak wood frames with loose cushion...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
Swedish Designer, Lounge Chairs, Birch, Velvet, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of birch and grey velvet lounge chairs designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Seat height 16.5”.
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Birch
Alvar Aalto Highback "Tank" Arm Chair in Sheepskin A 38, Artek 1940s
Located in Helsinki, FI
A beautiful early version of the A38 "high back" Tank chair by Alvar Aalto. This sizable chair is one of the rare Aalto chair creations and it is in beautif...
Category
1940s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Birch
1949 Hunting Chair Borge Mogensen Erhard Rasmussen Labeled Leather Sling Lounge
Located in Hyattsville, MD
A very rare hand produced and retains original paper labeled remnants, hunting chair. Handmade by Erhard Rasmussen in 1948-1950 for Borge Mogensen. Retains most of original labels, t...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Brass
Grete Jalk, Lounge Chair, Tubular Steel, Rattan, Denmark, 1952
Located in High Point, NC
A rare black-lacquered tubular steel and rattan lounge chair designed by Grete Jalk in 1952 and produced by Laurids Lønborg, Denmark, 1950s.
Missmatched caps on front lets, one in r...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
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.
Set of 4 available. Listed price is for a pair.
Category
1970s Norwegian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather
Arne Jacobsen 'Oksen' Chair for Fritz Hansen in Grace Leather Upholstery
Located in Glendale, CA
Arne Jacobsen 'Oksen' Chair for Fritz Hansen in Grace Leather Upholstery.
Established in 1872, Fritz Hansen has become synonymous with legendary Danish design. Combining timeless cr...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
Diana lounge chair by Karin Mobring for Ikea Sweden 1970s, thick cognac leather.
By IKEA
Located in Ystad, SE
Well kept vintage Diana Armchair by Karin Mobring for Ikea Sweden 1970s.
Glowing patina on both the solid Swedish pine and the thick cognac saddel leath...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Pine
Restored Scandinavian Lounge Chairs by Chresten Findahl Brodersen
Located in Oakland, CA
Mid-century Danish lounge chairs designed by Chresten Findahl Brodersen for Findahl Mobelfabric, Denmark. The chairs feature a sculpted oak frame with teak armrests, and has been new...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wool, Teak
Vintage Arne Hovmand-Olsen for Mogens Kold Teak Lounge Chair-Denmark, 1960s
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A lovely and dynamically-proportioned lounge or easy chair attributed to Arne Hovmand-Olsen and manufactured by Mogens Kold Møbelfabrik (metal manufacturer's stamp to underside) in sculpted teak and original boucle wool upholstery. Deeply patinated teak lends visual contrast against the off-white upholstery. Completely original condition down the the seat straps and brass hardware. Sophisticated seat cushion and backrest mounting system consisting of custom brass spacers which create a suspended effect to the panels keeping the design very airy and light.
Hovmand-Olsen’s designs span seating, tables, and secretaries, all of which are characteristically simple in form with clean lines, organic curves, and tapered legs. Like many of his Danish contemporaries, he favored the use of high-quality, beautifully grained woods like teak and rosewood. Notable designs include his Model 175 chair (1955)—which is often mistaken for N.O. Møller’s Model 77 chair...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Brass
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...
Category
1940s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin
Custom Made Mohair 54 Lounge Chair and Luupo Ottoman by Dagmar
Located in London, England
Dagmar - 54 Chair & Luupo Ottoman
The 54 Lounge Chair effortlessly straddles traditional and contemporary aesthetics, making it a great fit for a wide r...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Beech, Oak
Ole Wanscher Lounge Chair, Model PJ112, rosewood, 1960s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Ole Wanscher lounge chair new upholstered in green full grain leather.
Made of solid rosewood
Model PJ 112, made by Poul Jeppesen.
Price per chair
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Danish 1940s Lounge Chairs with Elmwood Armrests
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Beautiful and very unique Danish 1940s lounge chair with nicely carved armrest in blond lacquered elmwood. Light elegant design in the style ...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wool, Elm
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
Arne Jacobsen 'Egg' Chair for Fritz Hansen in Fabric Upholstery (Cat. 1)
Located in Glendale, CA
Arne Jacobsen 'Egg' Chair for Fritz Hansen in Fabric Upholstery (Cat. 1).
Established in 1872, Fritz Hansen has become synonymous with legendary Danish design. Combining timeless cr...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
Koivutaru Easy Chair By Esko Pajamies For Asko, Finland In Brown Leather
By Esko Pajamies, Asko
Located in Halle, DE
Koivutaru freepending easy chair. Designed 1977 by Esko Pajamies for Asko, Finland. Upholstered in its original brown buttoned leather. The perfect fireplace chair. Very nice bent wo...
Category
1970s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Birch
Re-Edition Sheepskin Clam Chairs by Arnold Madsen
Located in London, England
Official Re-Edition of the iconic Clam Chair by Arnold Madsen.
Dagmar in collaboration with the estate of Arnold Madsen is proud to re-lau...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Wool, Bouclé, Beech, Oak, Walnut
Arnold Madsen Sheepskin Clam Chair - New Edition
Located in London, England
Official Re-Edition of the iconic Clam Chair by Arnold Madsen.
The Clam Chair was designed in 1944 in Copenhagen by Danish upholsterer Arnold Madsen. In 1945 Arnold founded the furn...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Fabric, Bouclé, Oak, Walnut
A. Mikael Laursen & Søn, Modern Brutalist Solid Teak Set of Two Lounge Chairs
Located in Antwerp, BE
A. Mikael Laursen & Søn, beautiful rare set of 2 lounge chairs in solid teak with a nice grain and thick black buffalo leather 1960s made in Denmark. Also a three seat sofa available...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Pine
Ib Kofod-Larsen 'Elizabeth' Lounge Chair in Original Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Ib Kofod-Larsen, lounge chair model U-56 'Elizabeth', oak, red leather, Denmark, designed in 1956
This elegant armchair is designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen in 1956. These are Kofod-Larse...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
Ryo Lounge Chairs in Moss Green Velvet by Dagmar
Located in London, England
Dagmar Ryo Lounge Chair
A custom made lounge chair developed and produced at our workshops in London using the highest quality materials. These examples are upholstered in luxurious...
Category
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wool, Beech
Finn Juhl "FD141" Teak Easy Chair, for France & Sons
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Teak Danish "FD141" easy chair by Finn Juhl for France & Sons, circa 1950's. Sculpted teak frame with beautiful, smooth joinery. Iconic lounger features an elegant floating seat, the...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wool, Teak
Re-Edition Sheepskin Clam Chair by Arnold Madsen
Located in London, England
Official Re-Edition of the iconic Clam Chair by Arnold Madsen.
Dagmar in collaboration with the estate of Arnold Madsen is proud to re-lau...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Wool, Bouclé, Beech, Oak, Walnut
Swedish Mid Century Modern, Highback Armchair in Oak & Lambswool, 1960s
Located in Odense, DK
A Swedish Mid-Century Modern highback armchair, attributed to Yngve Ekström and crafted in the 1960s, embodies the timeless elegance and functionality of Scandinavian design. The cha...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Lambskin, Oak
Mid Century Danish Modern Swivel Reclining Lounge Chair in Brown Leather
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A great vintage Scandinavian lounge chair and ottoman set circa 1970's. The set features a swiveling base chair, reclining mechanism,...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Pair of Custom Made Model 54 Sheepskin Lounge Chairs
Located in London, England
Dagmar Design - Model 54 lounge chair.
The Model 54 is from our custom-made upholstered range. The 54 chair is a contemporary update of an obsc...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Beech, Oak
Arne Jacobsen Egg Chair
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Arne Jacobsen set of lounge chairs model Egg. New upholstered with Vacona Sahara aniline leather.
Four star base with tilt function.
Made by Fritz Hansen.
This iconic chair is one of the most famous chairs in the world and is recognized by design lovers in all countries. It is the classical midcentury Scandinavian designer...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather
Danish Mid-Century Lounge Chair, Designed by Bent Møller Jepsen, 1960s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Bent Møller Jepsen's iconic lounge chair originally named the "TV Chair" was designed in the 1950s and produced by Danish manufacturer Simo. Clean very elegant lines raised on solid ...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wool, Teak
Åby Möbelfabrik, Lounge Chairs, Pine, Iron, Fabric, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of dark-stained pine, black-painted iron and off-white fabric lounge chairs designed and produced by Åby Möbelfabrik, Sweden, c. 1930s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 29.9“ H x...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Iron
Walnut Finish Cane Back Armchair with Oatmeal Fabric Upholstery, Soho Collection
Located in Miami, FL
A Soho armchair designed by Sérgio Batista for Uultis, with walnut finish, natural color cane and oatmeal fabric. The Soho armchair perfectly blends vintage elegance with modern craf...
Category
2010s Brazilian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Walnut, Leather, Fabric, Cane, Wood
1942 Fritz Hansen High-back Lounge Chair #1672 in Original Mohair
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Oakland, CA
Early Fritz Hansen high-back lounge chair, circa 1942, model #1672, features a solid wood frame, with eight-way hand tied copper coil springs and horsehair padding covered in the ori...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Mohair, Wood
Danish Brown Leather + Chrome Frame Lounge Chair #1, 1960s
Located in Chicago, IL
A 1960s Danish lounge chair, defined by its modernist silhouette and meticulous craftsmanship. The chair’s angular chrome frame contrasts beautifully with the rich, chocolate brown l...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Custom Made Model 54 Sheepskin Lounge Chair
Located in London, England
Dagmar Design
Model 54 Lounge Chair
A custom made lounge chair developed and hand-made at our workshops in London using the highest quality ma...
Category
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Beech
Vintage Teak Frank Reenskaug Spindle Back Rocking Chair Model 182. Denmark, 1958
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Whimsical and comfortable Frank Reenskaug spindle back rocking chair in gorgeous old growth teak with vinyl cushion. Striking geometry and bold trompe l'oeil joinery really set this form apart from your typical rocker. Reenskaug made a daring and deliberate departure from the standard structure of rocking chairs, synthesizing elements from the canon of Danish design, as well as from the traditional Windsor "stick furniture...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
Teak Highback Lounge Chair in Red Wool Denmark ca 1960
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Very cool Danish midcentury armchair in Teak covered in red wool and very representative of the easy chairs of the time designed by such icons as Ib Kofod-Larsen and Edvard Kindt-Lar...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wool, Teak
Danish Modern X Chair by Hvidt & Mølgaard for Fritz Hansen, 1970s.
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Modern X Chair by Hvidt & Mølgaard for Fritz Hansen, 1970s.
Danish Mid-Century Modern easy chair with beech frame and cognac leather upholstery.
Designed by Peter Hvidt og O...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Beech
Pair of Danish Easy Chairs, 1940s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Stunning pair of Danish shell-shaped easy chairs with new upholstery. Produced in Denmark during the 1940s.
Very solid frame and high quality.
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Beech
Finn Juhl pair of lounge chairs with nature leather, Model 191, Denmark
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Finn Juhl pair of lounge chair with patinated neature upholstery with a wonderful patina.
Frame of solid teak.
Model 191 , made by France & Daverkosen.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
Ryo Lounge Chair in Moss Green Velvet by Dagmar
Located in London, England
Dagmar Ryo Lounge Chair
A made-to-order lounge chair developed and produced at our workshops in London using the highest quality materials. The Ryo is a new edition of a design firs...
Category
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wool, Beech
Custom Made Model 54 Mohair Velvet Lounge Chair
Located in London, England
Dagmar Design
Model 54 lounge chair
A custom made lounge chair developed and hand-made using the highest quality materials. The 54 chair is a contemporary update of an obscure desi...
Category
2010s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Beech
Pair of Hans Olsen Easy Chairs, 1960s
By Hans Olsen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Produced by Viska Möbler in Kinna, Sweden, 1960s.
Original green upholstery.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Suede
Hans Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chair in Green Boucle Fabric
Located in London, England
Hans J. Wegner
AP-19 Papa Bear chair, 1953
Vintage, original 1950s production of one of Danish master Hans Wegner's most iconic designs. The Papa Bear is rightly considered one...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wool, Oak
Custom Made Mohair 54 Lounge Chair and Luupo Ottoman by Dagmar
Located in London, England
Dagmar - 54 Chair & Luupo Ottoman
The 54 Lounge Chair effortlessly straddles traditional and contemporary aesthetics, making it a great fit for a wide r...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Beech, Oak
Danish Mid-Century Carved Oak Easy Chairs in Oak by Henry Kjaernulf, 1960's
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Very cool sought after pair of easy chairs by Danish Designer, Henning (Henry) Kjaernulf made from quarter-sawn white oak and hand carved in a brutalist style inspired to art & craf...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wool, Oak
Danish 1950's His and Hers Lounge Chairs in Olive Mohair
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A design that will just never go out of style. Classic pair of Danish 1950's his and hers lounge chairs. Original olive fabric. Padding and fabric in still clean and usable conditi...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Beech, Mohair
Børge Mogensen 2254 Oak Sled Chair, 1956, Denmark
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A Børge Mogensen lounge chairs designed in 1956 model number 2254 for Fredericia Stolefabrik. Cubical frames made of solid oak with finger joints.
With Hallingdal wool fabric from K...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
Contemporary Fave Chair by Norr11, Chrome Frame, Yellow Velvet
Located in Paris, IDF
Fave Chair
Signed by Kristian Sofus Hansen and Tommy Hyldahl for Norr11.
Model shown on the main picture:
Frame: Mirror Chrome Steel
Fabric: Megan col.79
Chair
W 65 cm / D 92 cm...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Latvian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Pair of 1950s Easy Chairs by Bengt Ruda for Nordiska Kompagniet, Sweden
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A rare and very cool pair of Bengt Ruda midcentury beech easy chairs designed around mid 1950 and produced around the same time by Nordiska Kompaniet (NK), Sweden’s premiere departme...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wool, Beech
Rastad & Relling 'Bambi' 56/2 Lounge Chair in Solid Walnut for Fjordfiesta
Located in Tilburg, NL
Rastad & Relling 'Bambi' 56/2 Lounge Chair in Solid Walnut for Fjordfiesta. Designed in 1956. New, current production.
Lounge chair in solid walnut or oak with a seat and back in embroidered leather.
The Bambi Lounge chair...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Mats Theselius for Källemo Limited Edition Lounge Chair Älgskinnsfåtölj’
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Mats Theselius for Källemo AB, lounge chair ‘Älgskinnsfåtölj’, patinated iron, stained beech, leather, Sweden, 1991.
This distinct 'Älgskinnsfåtölj' lounge chair of Mats Theseli...
Category
1990s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Iron
Alfred Christensen Danish Modern Lounge Chair
Located in New York, NY
Made in the 1960s, this lounge chair was designed by Alfred Christensen for Slagelse Mobelvaerk. It consists of beech wood with lambswool upholstery. A balance of thin and rounded fo...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wool, Beech
Kai Kristiansen Paper Knife Lounge Chair Teak & Bouclé Wool Dedar 1960s Easy
Located in Basel, BS
Kai Kristiansen ‚Paper Knife‘ lounge chair made in Denmark by Magnus Olesen in the 1960s.
Solid teak frame with new cold foam cushions upholstered in a luxurious, irregular wool and...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wool, Teak
Set of 2 Wulff Atd2 & Pouf Atd3 in Sheepskin Honey/Oak for & Tradition
By &Tradition
Located in Dubai, AE
Introducing Wulff, a lounge chair whose upholstered form pays tribute to the hand-crafted designs of the 1930s.
Wulff promises superior craftsmanship and outstanding comfort with lu...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Lithuanian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Oak
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
Scandinavian Modern Pernilla Lounge Chair Ottoman Bruno Mathsson DUX 1970 Sweden
Located in Vienna, AT
Scandinavian Modern vintage Pernilla lounge chair or easy chair with ottoman from bentwood and fabric in butter cream color by Bruno Mathsson for Dux, 1970s.
Iconic lounge chair mod...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Bentwood
Hans Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chair in Green Wool Fabric
Located in London, England
Hans J. Wegner
AP-19 Papa Bear chair, 1953
Vintage, original 1950s production of one of Danish master Hans Wegner's most iconic designs. The Papa Bear is rightly considered one...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wool, Oak
Danish Midcentury Cocktail Lounge Chair, 1950's
By Ole Wanscher
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A very cool Danish slipper or cocktail chairs from the 1950s. Very comfortable and light weight and thus easy to move around when the situation and guests require extra seating. Wel...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wool, Beech
Custom Made Sheepskin Karu Lounge Chair
Located in London, England
Dagmar Design - Karu lounge chair
The Karu chair is a contemporary update of a classic design first produced in Finland by the Haimi Oy company in t...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Beech, Oak
Poul Kjærholm 'PK80' Daybed for Fritz Hansen in Leather (Cat. 5)
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Kjærholm 'PK80' Daybed for Fritz Hansen in Leather (Cat. 5)
Established in 1872, Fritz Hansen has become synonymous with legendary Danish design. Combining timeless craftsmansh...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
White Linen / Canvas And Oak Safari Chair By Hans Olsen For Viska Sweden 1960s
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Beautiful safari chair designed by Hans Olsen for Viska Möbler Kinna, Sweden.
These chairs are made of oak with a new white canvas / linen upholstery.
They are in a wonderful conditi...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Canvas, Oak
Danish Designer, Lounge Chair, Oak, Fabric, Brass, Denmark, 1920s
Located in High Point, NC
An oak, off white fabric and brass nail lounge chair designed and produced in Denmark, c. 1920s.
Dimensions: 41.2” H 29.25” W x 34” D
Category
1920s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Brass
Ib Kofod-Larsen 'Elizabeth' Chairs in Original Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Ib Kofod-Larsen, lounge chairs model U-56 'Elizabeth', oak, red leather, Denmark, designed in 1956
A pair of armchairs designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen in 1956. These are Kofod-Larsen hi...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
Ib Kofod-Larsen, Lounge Armchair "Seal", Produced by OPE, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Paris, FR
Ib Kofod-Larsen
"Seal"
A teak and leather lounge armchair, the carved wood frame supporting a shell shaped seat and back upholstered with a beautifully patinated black leather...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
Ole Wanscher Pair of Rosewood Lounge Chair with Leather Cushions
Located in London, England
Ole Wanscher - Pair of Senator Lounge Chairs, c1960s
The Senator series of chair, sofa and rocking chair was produced as part of Wanscher's late career collaboration of more minimal...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wool
Swedish Designer, Lounge Chairs, Velvet, Wood, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of beige velvet and wood lounge chairs designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Seat height: 15”
All upholstered furniture can be reupholstered upon request for an additio...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Vintage Rattan "JH512" Lounge Chair by Hans J. Wegner, Denmark, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Amazing “JH512” folding lounge chair by Hans J. Wegner, made from oak with rattan back and seat. Elegant handles for easily moving the chair around.
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Oak, Rattan
Hans Wegner JH-512 Oak Folding Chair, c. 1950s
Located in London, England
This classic folding chair in oak and cane was one of Danish master Hans J. Wegner's most important and iconic works. The model 512 chair was produced by master cabinetmaker Johannes...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Rattan, Oak
1970s, Danish lounge chair, original condition, furniture wool fabric, teak wood
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Danish lounge chair in original very good condition: no smells and no stains. Multicolor furniture wool fabric, teak wood. Light brown leather buttons. Wood construction renew...
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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wool, Faux Leather, Teak
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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