Scandinavian Modern Side 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
Period: 1960s
Kai Kristiansen Twelve Restored Teak Dining Chairs Including Custom Reupholstery
Located in Knebel, DK
Kai Kristiansen set of twelve fully restored teak dining chairs by Schou Andersens Møbel Fabrik.
The A-frame model 31 dining chairs were designed by Kai Kristiansen in 1956 for Schou-Andersens Møbelfabrik and the A-frame chair is one of the most well-known chairs designed by Kai Kristiansen - a true Classic with its modest appearence but advanced design with curved backrest, crooked angles, straight yet at the same time curved and bended lines... and on top of that as all of Kai Kristiansens chairs very comfortable in use.
The chairs have been checked, restored and reglued if needed, sanded and refinished by our cabinetmaker to insure that they are in very good condition with only minimal signs of age and use and and will be reupholstered in fabric from a wide list of "Kvadrat" / Romo fabrics of your choice or a list of standard leathers from "Sorensen Leather" / "Camo Leater".
Kai Kristiansen who is still alive was born in 1929 and raised in Thy, North Denmark. Originally a carpenter, Kristiansen was educated as a building architect at the Royal Academi of Arts in Copenhagen and graduated from here in 1954. His father was the propritetor of at furniture production company, so his interest in furniture was founded early.
Kristiansen was one of the last pupils of the famous architect Kaare Klint who died in 1959 and is considered the founder of modern Danish design. During the years 1958-1978 Kristiansen worked in his business in Aarhus owned jointly by himself and designer and cabinetmaker Illum Wikkelsø (1919-1999).
Kristiansens works met their most intense demand during a few decades from 1950, then production of them was discontinued. However, several of the are now being produced again by the Japanese furniture producer Miyazaki Chair Mill in Tokushima. An Australien producer has also included Kristiansen production in their portfolio. Kai Kristiansen might have been the originator of mass produced furniture, had he accepted an offer from Ikea-founder Ingvar Kamprad. He declined to let himself enroll in the Ikea staff.
Kristiansen exhibitions include numerous participations in furniture and design shows in Milano, Paris, Cologne and London. Among his most cherished works is the Paper Knife collection...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Teak
Four Fully Restored Erik Buch Teak Dining Chairs, Reupholstered in Black Leather
Located in Knebel, DK
1960s set of four teak dining chairs with floating seat designed by Erik Buch for Oddense Maskinsnedkeri in 1949.
The chairs have a simple yet solid construction with elegant lines ...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Teak
Kai Kristiansen Eight Restored Customizable Oak Dining Chairs
Located in Knebel, DK
Kai Kristiansen Eight Restored Oak Dining Chairs, Including Custom Reupholstery.
The chairs have Kai Kristiansens typical light and elegant design that make them fit in easily where...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Oak
Set of Four Danish Johannes Andersen Dining Chairs in Teak, Inc. Reupholstery
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of four Danish Johannes Andersen dining chairs in teak by Chr. Linnebergs Møbelfabrik
The comfortable organic designed chairs features car...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Teak
Four Finn Juhl For France & Sons Dining Chairs
By Finn Juhl
Located in Pasadena, TX
A set of four mid century modern dining chairs designed by Finn Juhl and made by France and Son. Model 197 with teak frames and upholstered seats and backs.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Teak, Fabric
€4,325 / set
Eight Restored Kai Kristiansen Oak Dining Chairs Custom Reupholstery Included
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of Eight Fully Restored Kai Kristiansen Oak Dining Chairs, Custom UpholsterySet of eight model 31 dining chairs in oak designed by...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Oak
Eight Restored Ebonized Kai Kristiansen Dining Chairs Custom Upholstery Included
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of 8 fully restored and ebonized model 42 oak dining chairs with swivel backrests by Kai Kristiansen for Schous Møbelfabrik.,
The chairs have Kai Kristiansen’s typical light an...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Oak
Midcentury Armchair in Teak by Hvidt & Mølgaard, 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
Side chair in teak and fabric, designed by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard for cabinetmaker Gustav Bertelsen. Great original condition.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Model 78 Teak Dining Side Chair by N.O. Møller
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Teak dining side chair designed by Niels Otto Møller in 1962 and manufactured by JL Møllers Møbelfabrik of Denmark with Danish [paper] cord seats. The teak chair has a curved backres...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Papercord, Teak
Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs by Kurt Østervig, KP Møbler, Denmark, 1960s
By Kurt Østervig, Sibast
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pair of cool hunting chairs by Kurt Østervig, model 168. Made from oak with distinct lines, cognac colored leather with decorative straps in the back.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
Ten Fully Restored Niels Otto Møller Rosewood Dining Chairs Custom Upholstery
Located in Knebel, DK
The iconic model 78 dining chair was designed in 1954 by Niels O. Møller for J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik. The model is with it´s organically-shapes and pieces of wood that "melt" into e...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Rosewood
Midcentury Side Chair in Rosewood and Patinated Leather by Gustav Bertelsen
Located in Lejre, DK
Side chair in rosewood and patinated leather, designed by Kai Kristiansen and made by Gustav Bertelsen cabinetmakers. Great original condition.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Rosewood, Leather
Midcentury Side Chair in Rosewood by Sibast, Danish Design, 1960s
By Sibast, Helge Sibast
Located in Lejre, DK
Side chair in rosewood, designed by Helge Sibast and made by Sibast cabinetmakers. Great original condition.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Faux Leather, Rosewood
Scandinavian Round Wicker Chair with Metal Base in Rotan
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Side chair, rotan, lacquered metal, Scandinavia, 1960s
A circular frame positioned at a diagonal angle forms the foundation of this design. The seat and backrest are set around this...
Category
1960s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Metal
1965, Verner Panton, Rare Purple Stacking Chair 1st Herman Miller Edition
Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL
This item is part of the private collection of Casey Godrie and is situated in his private house. Ask him for competitive shipping quotes. His incredible Dune Villa, Amsterdam Beach,check last five pictures, find more details on his family name plus eu, is for sale soon too. :-)
From the early 1950s, Panton had dreamt of making a stackable, cantilevered plastic chair all in one piece. In 1956, he designed the S Chair which can be considered a forerunner of the Panton chair. He saw it as an item of furniture in which the back, seat and legs were made of the same material and in one continuous piece. It was first produced in 1965.
Panton made a series of sketches and design drawings for the Panton chair in the 1950s. In 1960, he created his first model, a plaster-cast, in collaboration with Dansk Akrylteknik. In the mid-1960s, he met Willi Fehlbaum, who, unlike many other producers, was fascinated with the drawings of his legless chair...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Polyester
Six Restored Johannes Andersen Rosewood Dining Chairs Custom Upholstery Included
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of six 1960s Johannes Andersen dining chairs in rosewood made by Uldum Møbler, Denmark including custom reupholstery.
The set of dining chairs feature a clean simple yet elegant...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Rosewood
Scandinavian Wooden Armchair with Cord Webbing, 1960s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Danish; Scandinavia; Scandinavian Design; Denmark; Wooden Armchair; Cord Webbing; 1960s;
Scandinavian armchair featuring a wooden frame with the backrest and seat in cord webbing...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Cord, Wood
1960s Erik Buch Set of Ten Fully Restored Customizable Rosewood Dining Chairs
Located in Knebel, DK
1960s Erik Buch set of ten fully restored customizable rosewood dining chairs - custom reuholstery included without additional cost.
The very comfortable chairs with their floating ...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Rosewood
Danish Modern Pair of Kristian Vedel Style Lounge Chairs in Palomino Shearling
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Stylish pair of Kristian Vedel attributed low profile Danish Modern lounge chairs newly professionally upholstered in super soft hand sewn Palomino Shearling. If you're an admirer of...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Walnut
Eight Restored Customizable Kai Kristiansen Teak Dining Chairs
Located in Knebel, DK
Kai Kristiansen set of eight fully restored teak dining chairs by Schou Andersens Møbel Fabrik including custom upholstery.
The A-frame model 31 dining chairs were designed by Kai K...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Teak
Ten Restored Johannes Andersen Rosewood Dining Chairs Custom Upholstery Included
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of ten fully restored 1960s Johannes Andersen dining chairs in rosewood made by Uldum Møbler, Denmark.
The set of dining chairs feature a clean simple yet elegant design that wi...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Rosewood
1960s Customizable Danish Johannes Andersen Teak Chairs in Excellent Condition
Located in Knebel, DK
Organic shaped side chairs in teak designed by the Danish designer Johannes Andersen.
The comfortable chairs featurea solid carefully crafted teak frame with lots of organic shapes ...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Teak
Vintage Scandinavian Shaker Chair in Beech and Leather Seat, Denmark, 1960s
By Shakers
Located in Odense, DK
Vintage Shaker-style ladder back chair by Danish cabinetmaker in the 1960s. The chairs is made from cherrywood and the seat woven saddle leather straps ...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Leather, Beech
Four Restored Johannes Andersen Teak Dining Chairs Custom Reupholstery Included
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of four 1960s Johannes Andersen dining chairs in teak made by Uldum Møbler, Denmark.
The set of dining chairs feature a clean simple yet elegant design that will fit in well in ...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Teak
1960s Customizable Erik Buch Rosewood Dining Chairs in Excellent Condition
Located in Knebel, DK
Six 1960s customizable Erik Buch rosewood dining chairs in excellent condition
The set consists of 4 rosewood Erik Buch dining chairs and two rosewood Erik Buch armchairs all with f...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Rosewood
Danish MidCentury Niels Møller Model Rosewood Model 64 Armchair, 1966
Located in Shepperton, Surrey
Solid Rosewood and black leather armchair designed by Niels Moller in 1966 for J L Mollers Mobelfabrik.
A highly sought after and rarely seen chair. A Danish design Classic, this de...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Set of 4 Minimalist Chairs by Jorgen Hoj
By Jorgen Hoj
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A set of four (4) dining chairs with the original handstitched black leather upholstery seats that float on bent aluminum flat-bar legs.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Steel
€18,978 / set
Eight Ebonized Customizable Kai Kristiansen Dining Chairs in Excellent Condition
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of eight ebonized customizable Kai Kristiansen dining chairs in excellent condition.
The chairs have been fully restored by our skilled cabinetmakers - all joints checked and ...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Oak
1960s Set of Four Restored Danish Customizable Dining Chairs in Teak
Located in Knebel, DK
1960s set of four restored Danish customizable dining chairs in teak
The set of chairs were like many pieces of well designed and crafted furniture of the period conceived by a toda...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Teak
Kai Kristiansen Ten Fully Restored and Customizable Model 42 Teak Dining Chairs
Located in Knebel, DK
Kai Kristiansen Ten Fully Restored and Customized Model 42 Teak Dining Chairs by by Kai Kristiansen for Schous Møbelfabrik.
The very comfortable chairs have ...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Teak
Borge Mogensen Pair of Model 3242 Oak Side or Armchairs for Fredricia
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Very elegant pair of armchairs model 3242 designed by Borge Mogensen for Fredericia Stolefabrik, Denmark in the 1960s. Very modern and clean profile expressed in a design that was ah...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Oak, Linen
Ten Restored Johannes Andersen Teak Dining Chairs, Custom Reupholstery Included
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of ten 1960s Johannes Andersen dining chairs in teak made by Uldum Møbler, Denmark.
The dining chairs feature a clean simple yet elegant design that will fit in well in most h...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Teak
Danish MidCentury Niels Møller Model Rosewood Model 64 Armchair, 1966
Located in Shepperton, Surrey
Solid Rosewood and black leather armchair designed by Niels Moller in 1966 for J L Mollers Mobelfabrik.
A highly sought after and rarely seen chair. A Danish design Classic, this de...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Erik Buch Restored Customizable Rosewood Dining Chairs in Excellent Condition
Located in Knebel, DK
Twelve Erik Buch restored customizable rosewood dining chairs in excellent condition manufactored by Oddense Maskinsnedkeri in the 1960´s
The chairs have a simple appealing and stur...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Rosewood
Olli Mannermaa Side Chairs
Located in Vienna, AT
Upholstered with blue wool fabric on steel chromed legs, made by Olli Mannermaa in the 1960s for Martela Oy.
Upholstery with hole on seat and back rest on one chair.
New upholster...
Category
1960s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Steel
€394 Sale Price / item
22% Off
Twelve Johannes Andersen Rosewood Dining Chairs Custom Reupholstery Included
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of twelve fully restored 1960s Johannes Andersen dining chairs in rosewood made by Uldum Møbler, Denmark.
The set of dining chairs feature a clean simple yet elegant design that...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Rosewood, Leather, Fabric
Six Restored Johannes Andersen Teak Dining Chairs Custom Reupholstery Included
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of six 1960s Johannes Andersen dining chairs in teak made by Uldum Møbler, Denmark.
The set of dining chairs feature a clean simple yet elegant design that will fit in well in m...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Teak
Chair, Denmark, 1960s.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Danish chair from the 1960s designed in Denmark.
A chair designed by Niels Koefoed in the 1960s. The chair with a ladder backrest is a model called "Lis". The backrest, thanks to it...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
Midcentury Side Chair in Rosewood and Patinated Leather by Gustav Bertelsen
Located in Lejre, DK
Side chair in rosewood and patinated leather, designed by Kai Kristiansen and made by Gustav Bertelsen cabinetmakers. Great original condition.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Niels Koefoed 'Eva' Dining Chairs, 1960
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sculptural 1960s dining chairs designed by Niels Koefoed for Hornslet Møbelfabrik, with frames in teak and textured beige wool upholstery, very comfortable, marked.
Priced per set ...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Wool, Teak
€3,354 / set
Four Restored Customizable Erik Buch Rosewood Dining Chairs
By Erik Buch, Ørum Møbler
Located in Knebel, DK
Four restored Erik Buch rosewood dining chairs custom reupholstery included
This model that is only very rarely seen in rosewood has a simple but ...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Rosewood
Ten Fully Restored Erik Buch Teak Dining Chairs Custom Reupholstery Included
Located in Knebel, DK
Ten Fully Restored Erik Buch Teak Dining Chairs Custom Reupholstery Included.
1960s set of ten teak dining chairs with floating seat desi...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Teak
Twelve Restored Johannes Andersen Teak Dining Chairs Custom Upholstery Included
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of twelve Johannes Andersen dining chairs in teak made by Uldum Møbler, Denmark.
The dining chairs feature a clean simple yet elegant design that will fit in well in most homes....
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Teak
Danish Chairs Niels Kofoed Scandinavian Rosewood Dinning Armchairs Design
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Rare suites of seven chairs with armrests, model "liz" by Danish designer Niels Kofoed. Rosewood structure and seat in orange leather, stamped under the seat. Patented leather and ma...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Oak and Leather Side Chair by Kurt Østervig, Sibast, Denmark, 1960s
By Sibast, Kurt Østervig
Located in Stockholm, SE
Elegant chair by Kurt Østervig, with a boxy oak silhouette and leather seat and back. Details of white seams on the sturdy, nicely patinated leather.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
Kai Kristiansen Twelve Fully Restored Dining Chairs in Teak - Custom Upholstery
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of twelve fully restored, 1960s teak dining chairs by Kai Kristiansen for Schous Møbelfabrik.
The chairs have Kai Kristiansens typical light and elegant design that make them fit in easily where you want them in your home - a design that was so uniqe that his colleague the famous designer Hans J. Wegner characterized model 42 as beautiful from all angles when the chair with it´s unique backrest swivel function was revealed in 1956.
The chairs are in very good condition as they have been fully restored, sanded by hand and refinished by our experienced workshop to insure that they are in very good condition with only minimal signs of age and use and will be reupholstered without additional cost in fabric of your choice from "Kvadrat" / standard leathers from "Sorensen Leather" or for additional price luxury leathers (Elegance, Vegetal, Rustic, Pure and Royal Nubuck).
Kai Kristiansen was one of the last pupils of the famous architect Kaare Klint who founded modern Danish design and laid the foundation for the "Danish Modern" style. During the years 1958-78 Kristiansen worked in his business in Aarhus owned jointly by himself and furniture maker Illum Wikkelsø (1919-99).
Kristiansens works met their most intense demand during a few decades from 1950, then production of them was discontinued. However, several of them are now being produced again by the Japanese furniture producer Miyazaki Chair Mill in Tokushima. An Australien producer has also included Kristiansen production in their portfolio. Kai Kristiansen might have been the originator of mass produced furniture, had he accepted an offer from Ikea-founder Ingvar Kamprad. He declined to let himself enroll in the Ikea staff.
Kristiansen exhibitions include numerous participations in furniture and design shows in Milano, Paris, Cologne and London. Among his most cherished works is the Paper Knife collection...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Teak, Leather
Erik Karlström Side Chair in Leather and Chromed Steel
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Erik Karlström, side chair, chromed steel, leather, Sweden, 1960s.
Elegant and modern dining chair with unusual shaped backrest designed by Erik Karlst...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
1960s Danish Arne Jacobsen T-Chair / Hammer Chair by Fritz Hansen
Located in Knebel, DK
Danish vintage, Arne Jacobsen model 3103 named "T chair" / "Hammer chair" due to the shape.
The chairs are from an early production of the chairs in t...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
Pair of Midcentury Side Chairs in Rosewood by Sibast, Danish Design, 1960s
By Helge Sibast, Sibast
Located in Lejre, DK
Pair of side chairs in rosewood, designed by Helge Sibast and made by Sibast cabinetmakers. Great original condition.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Rosewood, Faux Leather
Four Danish Johannes Andersen Teak Dining Chairs by Vamo
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of four Johannes Andersen teak dining chairs by Vamo Sønderborg
The comfortable chairs features a solid minimalistic shaped ...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Teak
1960s Four Fully Restored Danish Rosewood Dining Chairs Custom Upholstery
Located in Knebel, DK
1960's Six fully restored danish rosewood dining chairs custom upholstery.
Set of four Danish dining chairs known as model 32 manufactored by Korup Stolefabrik in the 1960s. The c...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Rosewood, Teak
Ten Restored Kai Kristiansen Oak Dining Chairs Custom Reupholstery Included
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of ten fully restored and refinished model 42 dining chairs in oak with adjustable backrest by Kai Kristiansen for Schous Møbelfabrik.
The chairs have Kai Kristiansens typical l...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Oak
1960s Fully restored Danish Steffen Syrach-Larsen Rosewood Side Chair
Located in Knebel, DK
1960s Fully restored Danish Steffen Syrach-Larsen Rosewood Side Chair
Very rare rosewood sidechair designed by Steffen Syrach-Larsen in 1960 and made by cabinetmaker Gustav Bertels...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Rosewood
Kai Kristiansen Eight Fully Restored Teak Dining Chairs inc. Custom Reupholstry
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of eight fully restored, 1960s teak dining chairs by Kai Kristiansen for Schous Møbelfabrik.
The chairs have Kai Kristiansens typical light and elegant design that make them fit in easily where you want them in your home - a design that was so uniqe that his colleague the famous designer Hans J. Wegner characterized model 42 as beautiful from all angles when the chair with it´s unique backrest swivel function was revealed in 1956.
The chairs are in very good condition as they have been fully restored, all joints chacked and split apart if any signs of them getting loose, those that are split apart reglued under pressure, all other needed repairs made, sanded by hand 2 - 3 times and vaxed 2 - 3 times by our experienced workshop to insure that they are in very good condition with only minimal signs of age and use and will be reupholstered without additional cost in fabric a large selection of fabrics from "Kvadrat" / "Romo" or a large selection of leathers from "Sorensen Leather" / Ca-mo Leather".
Kai Kristiansen was one of the last pupils of the famous architect Kaare Klint who founded modern Danish design and laid the foundation for the "Danish Modern" style. During the years 1958-78 Kristiansen worked in his business in Aarhus owned jointly by himself and furniture maker Illum Wikkelsø (1919-99).
Kristiansens works met their most intense demand during a few decades from 1950, then production of them was discontinued. However, several of them are now being produced again by the Japanese furniture producer Miyazaki Chair Mill in Tokushima. An Australien producer has also included Kristiansen production in their portfolio. Kai Kristiansen might have been the originator of mass produced furniture, had he accepted an offer from Ikea-founder Ingvar Kamprad. He declined to let himself enroll in the Ikea staff.
Kristiansen exhibitions include numerous participations in furniture and design shows in Milano, Paris, Cologne and London. Among his most cherished works is the Paper Knife collection...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Teak
1960s Arne Jacobsen Set of Eight T Chairs or Hammer Chairs by Fritz Hansen
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of eight Danish vintage, Arne Jacobsen model 3103 named "T chairs" / "Hammer chairs" due to the shape.
This set of chairs made of press...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
1960s Arne Jacobsen Set of Eight Reupholstered T Chairs or Hammer Chairs
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of eight Danish reupholstered vintage, Arne Jacobsen model 3103 named "T chairs" / "Hammer chairs" due to the shape.
This set of chairs m...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
Six Restored Johannes Andersen Mahogany Dining Chairs Custom Upholstery Included
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of six restored 1960s Johannes Andersen dining chairs in mahogany made by Uldum Møbler, Denmark including custom reupholstery.
The set of dining chairs feature a clean simple ye...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
Eight Restored Johannes Andersen Mahogany Dining Chairs IncludeCustom Upholstery
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of Eight restored 1960s Johannes Andersen dining chairs in mahogany made by Uldum Møbler, Denmark including custom reupholstery.
The set of dining chairs feature a clean simple ...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
1960s Set of Eight Teak Dining Chairs Known as Model 32, Custom Upholstery
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of eight fully restored and refinished dining chairs in teak with curved backrests and elegant frames. The chairs are commonly known as model 32 produced by Korup Stolefabrik in ...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Teak
Eight Restored Ebonized Kai Kristiansen Dining Chairs Custom Upholstery Included
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of 8 restored and ebonized oak dining chairs, inc. reupholstery with swivel backrest by Kai Kristiansen for Schous Møbelfabrik.
The chai...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Oak
Scandinavian Modern side chairs for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Scandinavian Modern side 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 side chairs created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, tables and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, hardwood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Scandinavian Modern side 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 side chairs, popular names associated with this style include Kai Kristiansen, Hans J. Wegner, Fritz Hansen, and Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik. 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 side chairs differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $285 and tops out at $42,050 while the average work can sell for $3,200.
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