Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
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
Contemporary Small Sofa 'Aqueduct' by Poiat, Fox 02, High Plinth
By Poiat
Located in Paris, FR
Contemporary Sofa 'Aqueduct' by Poiat
Small version : H. 77 cm x W. 255.5 cm x D. 102 cm (SH 40 cm)
Aqueduct collection 2022 by Timo Mikkonen & Antti Rouhunkoski
Upholstery: Larsen...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Materials
Foam, Plywood, Linen
2332 2-seater sofa by Borge Mogensen for Fredericia Denmark 1970s
Located in Stavenisse, NL
A midcentury modern design by Borge Mogensen that still looks contemporary.
Designed by Borge Mogensen in 1971, this serie consists of multiple sofas and armchairs, all built upon...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Materials
Fabric, Ash
Contemporary Large Sofa 'Aqueduct' by Poiat, Fox 02, High Plinth
By Poiat
Located in Paris, FR
Contemporary Large 'Aqueduct' by Poiat
Small version : H. 77 cm x W. 299 cm x D. 102 cm (SH 40 cm)
Aqueduct collection 2022 by Timo Mikkonen & Antti Rouhunkoski
Upholstery: Larsen ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Materials
Linen, Foam, Plywood
Contemporary Large Sofa 'Aqueduct' by Poiat, Yang 95, High Plinth
By Poiat
Located in Paris, FR
Contemporary large 'Aqueduct' by Poiat
Small version : H. 77 cm x W. 299 cm x D. 102 cm (SH 40 cm)
Aqueduct collection 2022 by Timo Mikkonen & Antti Rouhunkoski
Upholstery: Ch...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Materials
Linen, Foam, Plywood
Carl Malmsten 1950s Sofa in Boucle Fabric
Located in London, GB
Carl Malmsten - Sofa, c1950s.
Small sofa designed in the 1950s by Swedish master-designer Carl Malmsten and produced by his own company in Sweden. The sofa has been restored and r...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Materials
Bouclé, Elm
Contemporary Small Sofa 'Aqueduct' by Poiat, Fox 02, Low Plinth
By Poiat
Located in Paris, FR
Contemporary Sofa 'Aqueduct' by Poiat
Small version : H. 77 cm x W. 255.5 cm x D. 102 cm (SH 40 cm)
Aqueduct collection 2022 by Timo Mikkonen & Antti Rouhunkoski
Upholstery: Larsen - Fox 02
Plinth: Low...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Materials
Linen, Foam, Plywood
Contemporary Large Sofa 'Aqueduct' by Poiat, Fox 02, Low Plinth
By Poiat
Located in Paris, FR
Contemporary Large 'Aqueduct' by Poiat
Small version : H. 77 cm x W. 299 cm x D. 102 cm (SH 40 cm)
Aqueduct collection 2022 by Timo Mikkonen & Antti Rouhunkoski
Upholstery: Larsen - Fox 02
Plinth: Low...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Materials
Linen, Foam, Plywood
Borge Mogensen 2208 Sofa
Located in Epperstone, Nottinghamshire
Superb Borge Mogensen Sofa Model 2208 for Fredericia, Denmark 1963. Fantastic example of this ultra elegant sofa, fully reconditioned and reupholstered in a stonewashed linen by Kirkby Design. A true Danish...
Category
Mid-20th Century European Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Materials
Teak
Paper Knife Sofa by Kai Kristiansen for Magnus Olesen, Denmark, 1956
Located in Barcelona, ES
Two seater Paper Knife sofa designed in 1956 by Kai Kristiansen for Magnus Olesen, Denmark. Teak frame upholstered with new wool fabr...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Materials
Fabric, Teak
"Divina" sofa by Arne Norell, Westbergs möbler, Sweden, 1950s
By Arne Norell
Located in Hägersten, SE
"Divina" two seater sofa attributed to Arne Norell. Produced in Sweden by Westbergs Möbler during the 1950s. Stained beech legs and new upholstery in light beige "Hallingdal" wool fa...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Materials
Wool, Beech
Leather "Model 2212" Loveseat By Borge Mogensen
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Danish "Model 2212" ox blood leather loveseat by Borge Mogensen circa 1960's. Original rust coloured leather is soft and supple while also being durable to ...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Materials
Leather
Hans Wegner 1949 Armless Sofa Bench Settee Johaness Hansen JH555
Located in Oakland, CA
Danish armless bench designed by Hans Wegner. Model JH555, crafted of a solid teak frame with angled cross stretcher. Newly upholstered in classic Scandinavian ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Materials
Wool, Teak
Danish Modern Leather Settee by Mogens Hansen
Located in New York, NY
Midcentury Danish Modern settee by Mogens Hansen. The upholstery is a rich cognac leather. There are 6 separate cushions that make up ...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Materials
Leather, Maple
Carl Malmsten Sofa
Located in Chicago, IL
Made in: Sweden, c. 1950.
Material: faux shagreen upholstery, beech.
Size: 63 W × 32 D × 33.25 H in seat height 16.5 inches.
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Materials
Upholstery, Beech
Viggo Boesen Curved Sofa upholstered in Cream Shearling
By Viggo Boesen
Located in West Hollywood, CA
1930s Viggo Boesen banana shaped sofa/loveseat with channel back. Vintage MCM Danish design refurbished in 2019 and reupholstered in high quality cream shearling.
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Materials
Fur, Wood, Upholstery
20th Century Danish Leather Sofa
Located in High Point, NC
A leather sofa from Denmark, produced during the 20th Century. A beautiful vintage three-seater sofa wrapped in sumptuous brown leather. Standing on four squ...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Materials
Leather
20th Century Danish Leather Sofa
Located in High Point, NC
Equally at home in a modish office or a chic living room, this leather sofa provides a sophisticated accent. Made in Denmark in the 20th century, deep black leather cushions offer a ...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Materials
Leather, Teak
Unio Loveseat Upholstered with Larsen Fox Fabric by Poiat
By Poiat
Located in Helsinki, FI
The Unio Collection, an arm chair and sofas, was born out of Poiat’s designers interest in studying the relationship of wood and soft furniture. From the very beginning, the idea was...
Category
2010s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Materials
Plywood, Fabric, Ash
Unio Loveseat Upholstered with the Chivasso Yang Fabric by Poiat
By Poiat
Located in Helsinki, FI
The Unio Collection, an arm chair and sofas, was born out of Poiat’s designers interest in studying the relationship of wood and soft furniture. From the very beginning, the idea was...
Category
2010s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Materials
Ash, Plywood, Fabric
Danish Lambswool Loveseat, Cabinetmaker, 1930s
Located in Los Gatos, CA
Freestanding curved two-seater sofa with five legs of stained beech. Sides, back and seat upholstered with lambswool. Made 1930–1940's. Solid construction and high quality lambswool
...
Category
1930s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Materials
Lambskin
Unio Loveseat Upholstered with the Pierre Frey Hanoi Fabric by Poiat
By Poiat
Located in Helsinki, FI
The Unio Collection, an arm chair and sofas, was born out of Poiat’s designers interest in studying the relationship of wood and soft furniture. From the very beginning, the idea was...
Category
2010s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Materials
Fabric, Ash, Plywood
Danish Love Seat, Soft Lambswool, 1940s
Located in Los Gatos, CA
Two-seater sofa with stained beech legs. Upholstered with light and very soft lambswool. Designed 1930–1940s.
Measures: H. 77 cm. W. 135 cm. D. 84 cm.
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Materials
Lambskin
Børge Mogensen, Coupé Sofa in Chocolate Leather, 1971 for Fredericia, Denmark
Located in Munster, NRW
Børge Mogensen - coupé sofa, designed in 1971 for Fredericia, Denmark
Børge Mogensen designed the luxurious Coupé Sofa with the distinctive high 106 cm back, especially for cozy, ...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Materials
Leather
1960s Leaving Room Set, Sofa & Armchairs by Knoll
Located in ŚWINOUJŚCIE, 32
This set of sofa + pair of armchairs + coffee table was designed in 1960.
It features solid cherrywood, and loose-fitting cushions with patterned covers.
Measures: Sofa:
Length 19...
Category
20th Century German Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Materials
Wood
Rare Sofa Attributed to Gerhard Berg, Norway, 1950s
Located in Hägersten, SE
Rare sofa produced in Norway. Attributed to Norwegian designer Gerhard Berg. Most likely produced at LK Hjelle in Norway during the 1950s. Teak legs and armrests. New upholstery in o...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Materials
Teak, Bouclé
Swedish Modern Folke Jansson Orion Wool Bouclé Sofa 1950's
Located in Uccle, BE
Rare model Orion wool and beechwood sofa with brass details by Folke Jansson.
Firm yet comfortable.
Produced by SM Wincrantz in Sweden in 1950's.
R...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Materials
Brass
Mogens Lassen Rare Organic Sofa in Ivory Bouclé, Denmark, 1930s
Located in New York, NY
Mogens Lassen rare beautiful Scandinavian Modern sofa in ivory bouclé with slightly curved and tufted wingback and curved armrests on bowed stained beechwood legs. This iconic 1940s ...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Materials
Bouclé, Wood, Beech
Danish 2-Seated Loveseat Sofa by Kurt Østervig for Jason Møbler, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Danish Modern love seat newly upholsthered in a Norwegian cream white whool fabric named Amdal 100 from Gudbrandsdalen Uldvarefabrikk. This 2-...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Materials
Fabric, Beech, Teak
Grete Jalk Sofa JH180 Johannes Hansen, Denmark, 1955
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Beautiful small Danish sofa or love seat, model JH180 designed by Grete Jalk and manufactured by Johannes Hansen, Denmark 1955. This beautiful shaped...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Materials
Leather, Oak
1960s Danish Modern Wooden Sofa
Located in High Point, NC
This two-seat sofa was made in Denmark, circa 1960. The ivory white upholstered seats and backrests provide comfort and enhance the warm tones of the polished wood. The armrests and ...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Materials
Fabric, Hardwood
Børge Mogensen Model #2212 Two-Seat Sofa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Børge Mogensen model #2212 dark brown leather two-seat sofa designed in 1960 and produced by Fredericia.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Materials
Leather
Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist Paradise Sofa Nordiska Kompaniet, 1958
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Stunning paradise sofa designed by Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist for Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden, 1958. This sofa has very nice typical for that time organic shapes, and curved organic legs...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Materials
Upholstery, Beech
Slagelse Mobelvaerk Model 188 Loveseat, Denmark 1950s
Located in Norwalk, CT
Great form and quality construction in this curvy, modern loveseat. Note kidney shaped seat. Newly upholstered in a stripy cut-velvet in mossy green. Tight back and seat. A nice exam...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Materials
Upholstery
Frits Henningsen Settee
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Frits Henningsen settee from the 1940s. Store formerly known as ARTFUL DODGER INC
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Materials
Fabric, Mahogany
Original Arne Jacobsen Swan Sofa Settee, Fritz Hansen, Denmark, Excellent
Located in Kansas City, MO
Original magenta upholstery on this beautiful swan sofa loveseat designed by Arne Jacobsen and manufactured by Fritz Hansen, Denmark, circa 1960s.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Materials
Aluminum
Moduline Rosewood Sofa Love Seat
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The iconic moduline sofa designed by Ole Gjerløv-Knudsen & Torben Lind for France & Son, Denmark, 1960. This sofa has a solid rosewood frame and flawless wool covered seats.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Materials
Wool, Rosewood
Vintage Norwegian Modern Loveseat in Leather and Teak by Fredrik Kayser
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This two-seat sofa was designed by Fredrik Kayser for Vatne Lenestolfabrikk (ca. 1960s, Norway).
Magnificent frame in sculpted teak with armrests resembling two conjoined cul-de-sac...
Category
1960s Norwegian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Materials
Brass
Børge Mogensen Model #2208 Two-Seat Sofa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Børge Mogensen model no. 2208 two-seat sofa designed in 1963 and produced by Fredericia.
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Materials
Leather
Fabricius and Kastholm Classics of Mid-Century Modernism Two-Seat Sofa.
Located in Antwerp, BE
To be the classics of Midcentury Modernism,Fabricius and Kastholm two-seat sofa,
feature in exclusively steel frames with elephant grey leather loose cushions and cord-wrapped armres...
Category
1960s German Vintage Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Materials
Steel
Børge Mogensen Model #2208 Two-Seat Sofa
By Borje Skohg
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Børge Mogensen Model #2208 Two-Seat Sofa Designed in 1963 and Produced by Fredericia Stolefabrik. Store formerly known as ARTFUL DODGER INC
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Materials
Leather, Mahogany, Teak
Danish Leather Loveseat by Svend Skipper, Circa 1960s
Located in Peabody, MA
A 1960s loveseat in original cordovan leather and teak legs by Svend Skipper Mobelfabrik, Denmark. A matching pair of lounge chairs are available in a separate listing.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Materials
Leather, Teak
Mid Century Danish Modern Teak Sofa Loveseat Adrian Pearsall Style Scandinavian
Located in Basel, BS
Solid Teak frame Original Danish Mid Century Modern very long Gondola Sofa.
This design is pleasing to the eye and versatile in a Mid Century, Post Modern, as well as Modern decor. ...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Materials
Teak
1940s Boucle Wool Danish Loveseat
Located in London, GB
Danish cabinetmaker made loveseat, circa 1940s.
Produced in Denmark in the 1940s with stained beech legs and new bouclé wool fabric. The sofa has been c...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Materials
Bouclé, Beech
Small Danish Sofa or Settee by John Vedel Rieper for Anker Petersen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A Danish compact sofa with unbroken curves designed by John Vedel-Rieper and produced by Anker Petersen in the 1950s. The oyster-gray velvet upholstery is hand-stitched tight to the ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Materials
Velvet, Teak
Frits Henningsen Settee
Located in San Francisco, CA
A Frits Henningsen settee of oak and its original ivory leather upholstery with nailhead trim. Features a high wingback and half moon armrests. Designed in Denmark, circa 1940.
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Materials
Leather, Oak
Borge Mogensen Model #2208 Two-Seat Sofa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Borge Mogensen Model #2208 Two-Seat Sofa Designed in 1963 and Produced By Fredericia
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Borge Mogensen Leather Settee
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Borge Mogensen Brown Leather Settee Produced By Fredericia Stolefabrik. Original Leather. Store formerly known as ARTFUL DODGER INC
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Scandinavian Modern loveseats for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Scandinavian Modern loveseats 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 loveseats created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, fabric and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Scandinavian Modern loveseats 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 loveseats, popular names associated with this style include Poiat, Norr11, Rune Krøjgaard, and Børge Mogensen. 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 loveseats differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $1,295 and tops out at $62,500 while the average work can sell for $5,595.
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