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
- 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
Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs by Kurt Østervig, KP Møbler, Denmark, 1960s
By Sibast, Kurt Østervig
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
Ansager Chair
Located in Dronten, NL
Sculptural organic chair made in solid maple by Ansager Møbler, Denmark.
Danish craftsmanship, marked with Ansager stamp.
Ansager, Denmark, is synonymous with exceptional craftsmans...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Maple
Scandinavian Modern by Carl Malmsten ”Lata Greven” Pair of Chairs
Located in Kramfors, SE
Scandinavian modern “Lata Greven” chairs designed by Carl Malmsten around 1953. This particular pair is likely made during the later years of the 1900s. Produced by O.H Sjögren. The ...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Birch, Wool
Karin Mobring 'Diana' Side Chair, 1970
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wonderful, compact Danish modern safari chair by Karin Mobring, Sweden, designed in 1970, pine frame with leather upholstery, stains
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1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Leather, Pine
Axel Einar Hjorth, "Utö" Side Chairs, Pine, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of solid pine "Utö" side chairs, designed by Axel Einar Hjorth and produced by Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden, 1930s.
17.25” seat height.
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1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Pine
Danish Leather Lounge Chair, 1960
By Arne Norell
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wonderful, compact Danish Modern lounge chair, designed in 1960, dark stained beech frame with leather straps and thick leather upholstery.
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Leather, Pine
Vintage Danish Modern Rosewood Chair Model 42 by Kai Kristiansen, 1960s
Located in Asaa, DK
Vintage Danish Modern rosewood chair Model 42 by Kai Kristiansen, 1960s.
Mid-Century Modern armchair designed by Danish architec...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Bouclé, 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...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Walnut
Danish Easy Chairs in Teak and Khaki Green, 1960s, Set of 2
Located in Ranst, VAN
Set of two easy chairs produced in Denmark in the 1960s. The armchairs have a teak frame and the cushions still have the original khaki green fabric.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Teak
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 and faint blue wool upholstery, very comfortable, marked. Pr...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Wool, Teak
Pair of Ejner Larsen and Aksel Bender Madsen Chairs for Willy Beck, 1951
Located in Pawtucket, RI
Pair of teak and leather occasional chairs by Ejner Larsen and Aksel Bender Madsen for Willy Beck.
Replaced cream colored leather. Chairs bei...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
1960s Kai Kristiansen Fully Restored and Reupholstered Rosewood Dining Chairs
Located in Knebel, DK
Rosewood dining chair with adjustable swivel backrest by Kai Kristiansen for Schous Møbelfabrik.
The chair have Kai Kristiansens typical light and elegant design that make it fit in...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Rosewood
Eight Johannes Andersen Restored Rosewood Dining Chairs Reupholstery Included
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of 8 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 will fit in well in...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Rosewood
Nordiska Kompaniet Chairs
Located in Dronten, NL
Beautiful side chairs made by Nordiska Kompaniet, the Swedish manufacturer known for producing the designs by Axel Einar Hjorth. Nordiska Kompaniet also produced furniture designed b...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Bronze
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 ...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Beech, Leather
Pair of Pine Side Chairs by Göran Malmvall for Karl Andersson & Söner, 1970s
Located in Helsinki, FI
Set of two '528' Swedish pine dining chairs by Göran Malmwall manufactured by Karl Andersson & Söner, Husqvarna, Sweden.
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1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Pine
Steel Tube Chair Designed by Sven Markelius for Ds Staal Sweden, 1930s
By DS Stålrörsmöbler, Sven Markelius
Located in Valby, 84
Rare and important Steel tube side chair designed by Sven Markelius for DS Staal in Sweden in the 1930s, the chair is designed in the 1930s for the EPA Bar in Stockholm.
This chair is a good example of how the Bauhaus school inspired many Scandinavian Architects like Sven Markelius, Frits Schlegel, Vilhelm Lauritzen and many others.
Literature: Eva Rudberg. 'Sven Markelius Architect', Arkitektur Förlag 1989, pictured p. 90. Ingrid Sommar. 'Stockholm Modern', Wahlström & Widstrand 1998, pictured p. 184. Sven Markelius used a stool in a similar design for the Helsingborg Concert Hall in 1932. In 1936, Markelius was commissioned to transform an old shop in Drottninggatan, Stockholm, into an Epa bar, where this chair was found. Enhets Pris Aktiebolaget (EPA) was presumably satisfied, because Markelius was given other tasks by EPA in the following years. 1937 to Epa-bar, Sweden. Literature: Dan Gordan: the Swedish chair, p. 97
The chair is in a beautiful original condition with patinated natural leather and chromed steel tubes in good condition.
Sven Markelius was a big and important part of Swedish functionalism.
Sven Markelius was educated from 1909 to 1913 at the Royal Technical University in Stockholm and at the Academy of fine Arts and subsequently went on study trips to Germany and Italy. He then underwent solid training with the architects Ragnar Östberg, Erik Lallerstedt and Ivar Tengbom...
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1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Steel
Arne Jacobsen Model 3100 "Ant" Chairs by Fritz Hansen Teak Wood & Steel, 1950s
Located in Odense, DK
Early set of 4 Arne Jacobsens iconic Model 3100 "Ant" chair. This is the rare first edition chair in teakwood with three legs and iron hardware underneath with Fritz Hansen "FH" stam...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Steel
Six Restored Kai Kristiansen Oak Dining Chairs Custom Reupholstery Included
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of six restored and refinished dining chairs in oak with adjustable backrest 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 unique that his colleague the famous designer Hans J. Wegner characterized model 42 as beautiful from all angles when the chair was revealed in 1956.
The chairs have been fully restored, sanded 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 1958-1978 Kristiansen worked in his business in Aarhus owned jointly by himself and furniture maker 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 them are now being produced again by the Japanese furniture producer Miyazaki Chair Mill in Tokushima. An Australian 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
Oak
Nanna Ditzel Armchair or Desk Chair in Teak and Black Leatherette Denmark
Located in WIJCKEL, NL
Rare armchair or desk chair, model 114 designed by Nanna Ditzel.
Great vintage condition and the teak has really nice graining. Scandinavian Modern design by one of Denmark's bes...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Faux Leather, Teak
Karl Erik Ekselius for JOC Dining Desk Side Chair
Located in New York, NY
Midcentury Danish modern style side chair, made in Sweden for JOC, designed by Karl Erik Ekselius. The chair has a leather seat, and backrest, on a solid wood (probably dark stain te...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
Arne Jacobsen Model 3103 "T-Chairs" by Fritz Hansen Leather & Steel, 1970s
Located in Odense, DK
Set of rare Arne Jacobsens Model 3103 "T-chair" in the original grey leather upholstery. Made and marked by Fritz Hansen in the late 1970s. Th...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Steel
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
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
Danish Modern Kasper Salto for Fritz Hansen Ice Outdoor Dining Chairs, Set of 8
Located in Secaucus, NJ
This sleek and minimalist Ice chairs are stylish and functional, its equally suited for both indoor and outdoor use.
The lightweight design and stacking fe...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Alvar Aalto Scandinavian Modern Vintage Duo Pair Birch Red Laminate 1935 Finland
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Vienna, AT
Alvar Aalto Scandinavian modern vintage authentic duo pair model 66 from lacquered birch and red laminate 1930s, Finland.
An early model chair 66 by Alvar Aalto for Artek with great ...
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Laminate, Birch
Set of Four Midcentury Wishbone Chairs in Patinated Oak by Hans Wegner, 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
Set of four wishbone chairs in oak and paper cord designed by Hans J Wegner. Great original condition.
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Papercord, Oak
Swedish Mid-Century Modern Black Woven Leather Dining Chairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Set of four side dining chairs feature black woven leather backs with black leather seats.
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Leather
Clam Chair in Sheepskin by Philip Arctander, Denmark, 1944
By Nordisk Staal & Møbel Central 1, Philip Arctander
Located in Antwerp, BE
Arctander clam chair; Sheepskin; Philip Arctander; Denmark; 1944; Danish Design; Muslingestol; Scandinavian Design;
The Arctander clam chair, also known as the “Muslingestol”, is easily recognizable by its rounded arms, club-shaped legs, and curved, slightly tilted backrest upholstered in the finest sheepskin material. Both craftsmanship and quality are key in this design. Philip Arctander’s whimsical Clam Chair exudes coziness and comfort. It is a piece that would be a remarkable addition to any living space in need of an elegant touch.
Danish architect Arctander is mostly known for his directorship at the Danish Building institute and his UN advisory role for affordable housing. His contribution of the now iconic Clam Chair to NY FORM...
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1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Wood
Model 197 Side / Desk / Dining Chair by Finn Juhl for France & Son, c. 1960's
By Finn Juhl
Located in Deland, FL
Designed by Finn Juhl for France & Son and imported by John Stuart, a New York designer showroom, this elegant chair was made in Denmark and bares t...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Teak
Pine and Leather Dining Chairs by Knud Færch for Sorø Stolefabrik, 1970
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wonderful set of four dining chairs designed by Knud Færch for Sorø Stolefabrik, 1970, with frames in pine and thick leather seats.
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Leather, Pine
Danish Modern Verner Panton Cone Chair
Located in Minneapolis, MN
Danish Modern cone chair designed by revered mod Danish designer Verner Panton. This is a second generation produced by Frem Rojle. Currently upholstered in Kvadrat Tonus. Chrome swi...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Metal
Four Fully Restored Danish Teak Dining Chairs Custom Reupholstery Included
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of Four Danish dining chairs in teak with curved backrests and elegant frames manufactored by Korup Stolefabrik. The chairs are commonly known as model 32 and by many attributed ...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Set of Four Side Chairs in Teak and Leather, Danish Design, 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
Set of four side chairs in teak and patinated leather. Designed and made in Denmark. Great condition, 1960s.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
Danish Side Chair in Oak and Cognac Leather, 1940s
Located in Lejre, DK
Rare side chair designed and made by Danish cabinetmaker, great condition.
Category
1940s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Designed FD130 Lounger for France & Sons
Located in San Francisco, CA
A Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen designed FD130 lounger for France & Sons
Sculptural Teak lounger with a sled style base, arms reach out like ski ju...
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1950s Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Metal
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...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Rosewood, Teak
DYRLUND Mid 20th Century Rosewood Danish Modern Dining Side Chairs - Pair B
By Dyrlund
Located in Charlotte, NC
A pair of Danish Modern dining side chairs by Dyrlund. Solid rosewood with curved backrest, multi-color earth tones tweed-like fabric upholst...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Rosewood
Eric Wørts Model 112 Rosewood Cow Horn Chairs
By Erik Worts
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of elegant, Danish modern, model 112 chairs by Erik Wørts for Vamo Møbelfabrik feature rosewood frames with cow horn backs and floating upholstered seat...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Rosewood
Pair of Teak Folke Palsson J77 Chairs for FDB Møbelfabrik
Located in Echt, NL
Pair of teak Folke Palsson J77 chairs in very good condition
Manufactured by FDB Møbelfabrik
Folke Pålsson based his design on the 1960s...
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Teak
DYRLUND Mid 20th Century Rosewood Danish Modern Dining Side Chairs - Pair C
By Dyrlund
Located in Charlotte, NC
A pair of Danish Modern dining side chairs by Dyrlund. Solid rosewood with curved backrest, multi-color earth tones tweed-like fabric upholst...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Rosewood
Werner West, Hugging Chair, Wilhelm Schauman Ltd, 1940s
By Werner West
Located in Uppsala, SE
A so called hugging chair designed by Finish designer Werner West in the 1940s and manufactured by Wilhelm Schauman in the town Jyväskyle in the middl...
Category
Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Faux Leather, Birch
DYRLUND Mid 20th Century Rosewood Danish Modern Dining Side Chairs - Pair A
By Dyrlund
Located in Charlotte, NC
A pair of Danish Modern dining side chairs by Dyrlund. Solid rosewood with curved backrest, multi-color earth tones tweed-like fabric upholst...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Rosewood
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...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Oak
Restored Refinished Danish Johannes Andersen Chair Custom Reupholstery Included
Located in Knebel, DK
Organic shaped side chair in teak designed by the Danish designer Johannes Andersen.
The comfortable chair features a solid carefully shaped teak frame with lots of organic shapes t...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Teak
Danish Midcentury Hardwood Side Chair
Located in Vienna, AT
Hardwood frame, upholstered seat. Made in Denmark in the 1950s.
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Hardwood
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...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Oak
Modern Danish Kasper Salto for Fritz Hansen Ice Outdoor Dining Chairs, Set of 10
Located in Secaucus, NJ
These sleek and minimalist Ice chairs are stylish and functional, Ice is Fritz Hansen's first chair that is equally suitable for both indoor and outdoor use...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Pair of Scandinavian Mid-Century Teak Side Chairs, circa 1960
Located in Faversham, GB
A superb pair of Scandinavian teak side chairs. Featuring curved slender backrests, navy faux leather seats and four round tapered legs joined together by two central stretchers. Pri...
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Teak, Faux Leather
Oak Armchair "Sibbo" by Yngve Ekström for Stolab, Sweden, 1950s
By Yngve Ekström, Stolab
Located in Helsinki, FI
Easy chair with oak frame and armrests. Model "Sibbo" designed by Yngve Ekstro¨m and manufactured in Sweden, circa 1950s.
Good vintage condition, sturdy frame. Patina and normal age...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Oak
Goma with Thomas Sandell, Unique Scandinavian Design Armchair
Located in Halikko, Finland
Goma armchair with Thomas Sandell.
Thomas Sandell chief architect (Born 1959 in Jakobstad, Finland)
Thomas Sandell founded Sandellsandberg Architects in 1995. He is an award-winn...
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21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Plywood
Danish Lounge Chair in Patinated Niger Leather, 1940s
Located in Lejre, DK
Danish side chair in patinated Niger leather and mahogany. Designed and made in Denmark, great original condition.
Category
1940s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
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 Set of Four Danish Th. Harlev Dining Chairs in Teak and Beech by Farstrup
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of 4 Th. Harlev dining chairs, model 210 - nicknamed "the smile" due to the shape of the backrest, manufactured by Farstrup Møbler in the 1960s.
The chairs features a teak ba...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Beech, Teak
Four Vintage 1950s CH-23 Chairs by Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen in Teak & Oak
Located in Shepperton, Surrey
A set of four wonderful 1950s CH-23 dining chairs by Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen.
In teak, beech and oak they feature eye-catching oak joinery in the teak backrests. The success o...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Beech, Oak, Teak
Four Restored Kai Kristiansen Teak Dining Chairs Custom Reupholstery Included
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of 4 1960s teak dining chairs by Kai Kristiansen
The chairs have Kai Kristiansens typical straight lines and crooked angles that gives the chairs life and personality.
The chai...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Teak
Eight Restored Kai Kristiansen Teak Dining Chairs Custom Reupholstery Included
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 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 fully restored by our skilled cabinetmakers - all joints checked and reglued if needed which it often is, frames sanded by hand 2 - 3 times and waxed to bring out the natural warm glow in the teak wood in order to insure that they are in very good condition with only minimal signs of age and use. The chairs will be reupholstered with out additional cost in fabric of your choice from a wide list of "Kvadrat" or "Romo" fabrics or standard leathers from "Sorensen Leather" / "Camo Leather" before they are shipped.
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
20th Century Scandinavian Solid Pine Tripod Stool, 1970s
Located in Odense, DK
Vintage Scandinavian Modern solid pine tripod stool, mid century, ca 1970s.
General good vintage condition. A organic sculptural design, perfect match for the modern interior.
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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Pine
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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