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Scandinavian Modern Sofas

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 

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

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
Sofa by Thorald Madsen
Sofa by Thorald Madsen

Sofa by Thorald Madsen

By Thorald Madsens Snedkeri

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Sofa in beige Hallingdal wool with legs in stained beech. Maker Thorald Madsen.

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Beech

Walnut and Blue Leather Essex Sofa in Scandinavian Modern Design
Walnut and Blue Leather Essex Sofa in Scandinavian Modern Design

Walnut and Blue Leather Essex Sofa in Scandinavian Modern Design

Located in New York, NY

Part of the Essex collection, this sofa brings a refined, architectural touch to modern interiors. Upholstered in premium leather, it offers a luxurious seating experience while main...

Category

2010s Portuguese Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Wood, Walnut

Scandinavian Design Seating Set
Scandinavian Design Seating Set

Scandinavian Design Seating Set

$1,233Sale Price / set|20% Off

Scandinavian Design Seating Set

Located in Praha, CZ

- Armchair and sofa - Well preserved - Original upholstery - Table not included - 1970s - Dimensions of armchair: W 65, H 78, D 80, SH 39 cm.

Category

1970s Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Four-Seat Sofa by Folke Ohlsson & Fritz Hansen, Denmark, 1960
Mid-Century Modern Four-Seat Sofa by Folke Ohlsson & Fritz Hansen, Denmark, 1960

Mid-Century Modern Four-Seat Sofa by Folke Ohlsson & Fritz Hansen, Denmark, 1960

By Fritz Hansen, Folke Ohlsson

Located in Deland, FL

Attention designers and creatives! This exceptional Danish sofa designed by Folke Ohlsson & Fritz Hansen is need of new upholstery and we want to leave it up to you to choose the fab...

Category

1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Maple

1950s, Danish 3-seater sofa, green/beige furniture wool fabric, oak wood.
1950s, Danish 3-seater sofa, green/beige furniture wool fabric, oak wood.

1950s, Danish 3-seater sofa, green/beige furniture wool fabric, oak wood.

Located in Tarm, 82

1950s, Danish 3-seater sofa. Original green and beige furniture wool fabric, oak wood, brass springs in the seat. Original good condition: no smells, no stains and stable constructio...

Category

1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Wool, Oak

Finn Juhl Sofa BO 46 Bovirke
Finn Juhl Sofa BO 46 Bovirke

Finn Juhl Sofa BO 46 Bovirke

By Finn Juhl

Located in Pawtucket, RI

The perfect Finn Juhl settee manufactured by Bovirke in 1946. Reupholstered with new Hallingdal fabric. Iconic Danish design in perfect restored condition.

Category

1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Wool

Two Seater by Grete Jalk
Two Seater by Grete Jalk

Two Seater by Grete Jalk

By Grete Jalk

Located in Copenhagen, DK

2-Seater sofa in black leather and legs in rosewood. Grete Jalk / Johannes Hansen.

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Rosewood

1960s, Danish 2-seater sofa, red furniture fabric, beech wood legs and armrests.
1960s, Danish 2-seater sofa, red furniture fabric, beech wood legs and armrests.

1960s, Danish 2-seater sofa, red furniture fabric, beech wood legs and armrests.

Located in Tarm, 82

1960s, Danish 2-seater sofa. Original red furniture fabric. Original good condition: no smells, no stains and stable construction, springs in the seat, beech wood legs and armrests. ...

Category

1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Wool, Beech

Illum Wikkelsø Sofa
Illum Wikkelsø Sofa

Illum Wikkelsø Sofa

By Illum Wikkelsø

Located in Shibuya-ku, 13

This three-seater sofa was designed by Illum Wikkels. It has a linear and simple form supported by teak legs. The sloping back of the seat and the back part of the sofa are angled to...

Category

1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Teak

1960s, Danish 2-seater sofa, green furniture velour, beech wood legs.
1960s, Danish 2-seater sofa, green furniture velour, beech wood legs.

1960s, Danish 2-seater sofa, green furniture velour, beech wood legs.

By Slagelse Mobelvaerk

Located in Tarm, 82

1960s, Danish 2-seater sofa. Light green furniture velour, beech wood legs, brass springs in the seat. Sofa was reupholstered by craftsman about 15 years ago. Very good condition: no...

Category

1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Beech

Børge Mogensen Three-Seat Sofa, Wool & Oak, Danish Design, 1950s
Børge Mogensen Three-Seat Sofa, Wool & Oak, Danish Design, 1950s

Børge Mogensen Three-Seat Sofa, Wool & Oak, Danish Design, 1950s

By Fredericia, Børge Mogensen

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Børge Mogensen three-seat sofa, original upholstered with dark grey 180 Hallingdal wool from Kvadrat Legs of oak. Model No. 1, made by Fredericia Furniture. This is the old model ...

Category

1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Wool, Oak

Carl Malmsten Oak "Visingsö" Sofa for O.H. Sjögren, Sweden, 1960s
Carl Malmsten Oak "Visingsö" Sofa for O.H. Sjögren, Sweden, 1960s

Carl Malmsten Oak "Visingsö" Sofa for O.H. Sjögren, Sweden, 1960s

By Carl Malmsten

Located in Utrecht, NL

The famous “Visingsö” series demonstrates Carl Malmsten’s fine sense of proportion, line tension and balance between the surfaces, and how skilfully he carried in the heritage of tra...

Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Bouclé, Oak

Swedish modern sofa 'Tellus' by Folke Jansson for SM Wincrantz, Sweden, 1960s
Swedish modern sofa 'Tellus' by Folke Jansson for SM Wincrantz, Sweden, 1960s

Swedish modern sofa 'Tellus' by Folke Jansson for SM Wincrantz, Sweden, 1960s

By Folke Jansson

Located in Eskilstuna, SE

Rare sofa model 'Tellus' designed by Folke Jansson and produced by SM Wincrantz, Sweden, during the 1960s. Sculptural legs of beech and upholstered in two different tones of green ...

Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Pine Sofa by Karl Andersson & Söner, Sweden, 1960s
Pine Sofa by Karl Andersson & Söner, Sweden, 1960s

Pine Sofa by Karl Andersson & Söner, Sweden, 1960s

By Børge Mogensen

Located in Stockholm, SE

Pine sofa or bench by Karl Andersson & Söner, Sweden, 1960s. Very good condition, solid and stable.

Category

1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Pine

Wittorin sofa (2 modules), modular sofa in natural oak and boucle upholstery
Wittorin sofa (2 modules), modular sofa in natural oak and boucle upholstery

Wittorin sofa (2 modules), modular sofa in natural oak and boucle upholstery

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Designed by Caisa Leifsdotter for ToneArt and based on historical designs by her architect father, the Wittorin Sofa is a modular sofa configuration. The design language of the seri...

Category

2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Bouclé, Oak

1970s, Danish sleeping foldable sofa, oak wood, original very good condition.
1970s, Danish sleeping foldable sofa, oak wood, original very good condition.

1970s, Danish sleeping foldable sofa, oak wood, original very good condition.

Located in Tarm, 82

1970s, Danish sleeping foldable sofa. Original very good condition: no smells and no stains. Furniture wool fabric in blue color. Can be put in duvet, pillows, etc. Solid oak wood, s...

Category

1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Wool, Oak

1970s, Danish 3-seater sofa, beige furniture wool, solid oak wood.
1970s, Danish 3-seater sofa, beige furniture wool, solid oak wood.

1970s, Danish 3-seater sofa, beige furniture wool, solid oak wood.

Located in Tarm, 82

1970s, Danish 3-seater sofa. Original beige furniture wool, solid oak wood. Springs in the seat cushions. Original very good condition: no smells, no stains and stable construction. ...

Category

1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Wool, Oak

GE-236/4 in Teak by Hans J. Wegner for GETAMA 1960s
GE-236/4 in Teak by Hans J. Wegner for GETAMA 1960s

GE-236/4 in Teak by Hans J. Wegner for GETAMA 1960s

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Handewitt, DE

Model GE-236 / 4 sofa, designed by Hans J. Wegner in 1955 for Getama Denmark. Made in solid teak. Cushions in blue / light blue wool fabric. cushions with rounded edges. Ready to use...

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Sofa in Pine and White Bouclé Fabric by Carl Malmsten, 1936
Sofa in Pine and White Bouclé Fabric by Carl Malmsten, 1936

Sofa in Pine and White Bouclé Fabric by Carl Malmsten, 1936

By Carl Malmsten

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

Sofa in Pine and Newly Reupholstered in White Bouclé Fabric by Carl Malmsten, 1936 Additional Information: Material: Pine and newly reupholstered in white Bouclé fabric Style: Mid c...

Category

20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Pine, Fabric

1960s, Danish 2-seater "Banan" sofa, black-white fabric, beech wood.
1960s, Danish 2-seater "Banan" sofa, black-white fabric, beech wood.

1960s, Danish 2-seater "Banan" sofa, black-white fabric, beech wood.

Located in Tarm, 82

1960s, Danish 2-seater curved sofa. Quality furniture fabric, beech wood legs, springs in the seat. Sofa was reupholstered by craftsman about 10 years ago. Very good condition: no sm...

Category

1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Sofa in Laminated Birch and Original Leather Webbing by Bruno Mathsson, 1968
Sofa in Laminated Birch and Original Leather Webbing by Bruno Mathsson, 1968

Sofa in Laminated Birch and Original Leather Webbing by Bruno Mathsson, 1968

By Bruno Mathsson

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

Sofa in Laminated Birch and Original Leather Webbing by Bruno Mathsson, 1968 Additional Information: Material: Laminated birch and original leather webbing Style: Mid century, Scand...

Category

20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Birch

Early Teak and Oak 2-Seater Sofa by Tove & Edward Kindt-Larsen
Early Teak and Oak 2-Seater Sofa by Tove & Edward Kindt-Larsen

Early Teak and Oak 2-Seater Sofa by Tove & Edward Kindt-Larsen

By Tove & Edvard Kindt-Larsen

Located in Handewitt, DE

Old danish 2-seater sofa by Tove & Edward Kindt-Larsen. Early production with gold stamped by France & Daverkosen Denmark early 1950s. Sofa with purple fabric. Made in oak and teak.

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Teak

New Getama GE236 Sofa 3-Seater, Original Hans Wegner produced in 2023
New Getama GE236 Sofa 3-Seater, Original Hans Wegner produced in 2023

New Getama GE236 Sofa 3-Seater, Original Hans Wegner produced in 2023

By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA

Located in Miami, FL

This is an original GETAMA GE236 3-Seater sofa produced in Denmark in December of 2023 shortly before the Getama production facility burned down. This is an original design by Hans J...

Category

1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Wool, Oak

Hi Lo AV54 Single Module, Kvadrat/Gentle 0733 Fabric by Anderssen & Voll, for &T
Hi Lo AV54 Single Module, Kvadrat/Gentle 0733 Fabric by Anderssen & Voll, for &T

Hi Lo AV54 Single Module, Kvadrat/Gentle 0733 Fabric by Anderssen & Voll, for &T

By &Tradition

Located in Dubai, AE

Reflecting a duality between high comfort and low form, the generous proportions and prioritisation of cushioning and figure-hugging upholstery in the Hi Lo modules make for a modula...

Category

2010s Lithuanian Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Foam, Wood

Poul M Volther Daybed Sofa Model 981 DIVA by Frem Røjle, Teak 60ties green cord
Poul M Volther Daybed Sofa Model 981 DIVA by Frem Røjle, Teak 60ties green cord

Poul M Volther Daybed Sofa Model 981 DIVA by Frem Røjle, Teak 60ties green cord

By Poul Volther, Frem Røjle

Located in Munich, Bavaria

Danish Modern Mid Century Daybed Modell 981 DIVA by Poul Volther for Frem Røjle. 1st Edition by the 1st manufacturer. The frame is made of solid teak wood and the fabric is a green ...

Category

1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Teak, Cord, Beech

Swedish Grace Sofa Love Seat in Cream Boucle, Mid Century Design 1940's
Swedish Grace Sofa Love Seat in Cream Boucle, Mid Century Design 1940's

Swedish Grace Sofa Love Seat in Cream Boucle, Mid Century Design 1940's

Located in London, GB

This elegant 1940’s sofa is a beautiful example of Swedish Grace design, blending simplicity with refined craftsmanship. Its unique silhouette features elongated, slightly angled elm...

Category

1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Bouclé, Birch

Hi Lo AV54 Single Module, Kvadrat/Mylla 0971 Fabric by Anderssen & Voll, for &T
Hi Lo AV54 Single Module, Kvadrat/Mylla 0971 Fabric by Anderssen & Voll, for &T

Hi Lo AV54 Single Module, Kvadrat/Mylla 0971 Fabric by Anderssen & Voll, for &T

By &Tradition

Located in Dubai, AE

Reflecting a duality between high comfort and low form, the generous proportions and prioritization of cushioning and figure-hugging upholstery in the Hi Lo modules make for a modula...

Category

2010s Lithuanian Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Foam, Wood

Pair Hi Lo AV54 Modular Sofa, Kvadrat/Cifrado 0121 Fabric by Anderssen & Voll-&T
Pair Hi Lo AV54 Modular Sofa, Kvadrat/Cifrado 0121 Fabric by Anderssen & Voll-&T

Pair Hi Lo AV54 Modular Sofa, Kvadrat/Cifrado 0121 Fabric by Anderssen & Voll-&T

By &Tradition

Located in Dubai, AE

Reflecting a duality between high comfort and low form, the generous proportions and prioritisation of cushioning and figure-hugging upholstery in the Hi Lo modules make for a modula...

Category

2010s Lithuanian Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Foam, Wood

Slatted Bench by Grete Jalk
Slatted Bench by Grete Jalk

Slatted Bench by Grete Jalk

By Grete Jalk

Located in Sagaponack, NY

A Grete Jalk designed teak slat top bench with tapered dowel legs. Working at a time when women were a rarity in the design world, Grete Juel Jalk completed her education at the D...

Category

1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Teak

BM 2213 by Børge Mogensen
BM 2213 by Børge Mogensen

BM 2213 by Børge Mogensen

By Børge Mogensen

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Børge Mogensen / Fredericia Furniture. BM 2213 - Reupholstered 3-seater sofa in natural leather.

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Oak

Hans J. Wegner Airport Sofa AP34/4 Denmark 1954
Hans J. Wegner Airport Sofa AP34/4 Denmark 1954

Hans J. Wegner Airport Sofa AP34/4 Denmark 1954

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant

Danish modern four seater sofa model AP34/4 designed by Hans J. Wegner and manufactured by AP Stolen, Denmark 1954. This is for the rare 4 seater version of this...

Category

1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

Pair Hi Lo AV54 Modular Sofa, Kvadrat/Gentle 0733 Fabric by Anderssen & Voll-&T
Pair Hi Lo AV54 Modular Sofa, Kvadrat/Gentle 0733 Fabric by Anderssen & Voll-&T

Pair Hi Lo AV54 Modular Sofa, Kvadrat/Gentle 0733 Fabric by Anderssen & Voll-&T

By &Tradition

Located in Dubai, AE

Reflecting a duality between high comfort and low form, the generous proportions and prioritization of cushioning and figure-hugging upholstery in the Hi Lo modules make for a modula...

Category

2010s Lithuanian Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Foam, Wood

Danish Modern Sofa with Leather Upholstery and Oak Frame, Denmark 1940s
Danish Modern Sofa with Leather Upholstery and Oak Frame, Denmark 1940s

Danish Modern Sofa with Leather Upholstery and Oak Frame, Denmark 1940s

Located in Utrecht, NL

It was in Denmark that Modernism reigned between the 1920s and 1960s and produced some of the most iconic pieces of furniture to this day. The Danish modernist movement was shaped by...

Category

1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Oak

Midcentury Sofa Attributed to Nanna Ditzel, 1950s
Midcentury Sofa Attributed to Nanna Ditzel, 1950s

Midcentury Sofa Attributed to Nanna Ditzel, 1950s

By Nanna Ditzel

Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest

Beautiful mid-century sofa attributed to Nanna Ditzel. Eye catching design with finely crafted wooden legs. The sofa has been reupholstered in blue fabric. 1950s - Denmark Perfect co...

Category

1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

1960s, Danish 2-seater sofa, original condition, furniture wool, oak wood.
1960s, Danish 2-seater sofa, original condition, furniture wool, oak wood.

1960s, Danish 2-seater sofa, original condition, furniture wool, oak wood.

Located in Tarm, 82

1960s, Danish 2-seater sofa. Original very good condition: no smells, no stains and stable construction. Red furniture wool, oak wood, springs in the seat cushion. Manufactured by Da...

Category

1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Wool, Oak

Outstanding Leif Hansen Style Curved Danish Modern Sofa Mid-Century
Outstanding Leif Hansen Style Curved Danish Modern Sofa Mid-Century

Outstanding Leif Hansen Style Curved Danish Modern Sofa Mid-Century

By Leif Hansen

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Stylish and rare Danish Modern Leif Hansen style curved sofa with amazing walnut legs. This sofa will need to be reupholstered but the bones are fabulous! It measures 29"t x 103"l x ...

Category

1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

1970s, Scandinavian 2 seater sofa, original very good condition, leather.
1970s, Scandinavian 2 seater sofa, original very good condition, leather.

1970s, Scandinavian 2 seater sofa, original very good condition, leather.

Located in Tarm, 82

1970s, Scandinavian 2 seater sofa in original very good condition: no smells and no stains. Light brown/creamy leather with nice patina. Bent wood legs in beech. Manufactured by Dani...

Category

1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Beech

PJ 149/2 - 2-seater 'Colonial' sofa in cherry by Ole Wanscher
PJ 149/2 - 2-seater 'Colonial' sofa in cherry by Ole Wanscher

PJ 149/2 - 2-seater 'Colonial' sofa in cherry by Ole Wanscher

By Ole Wanscher

Located in Copenhagen, DK

PJ 149/2 - 2-seater 'Colonial' sofa in cherry, seat bottom in cane and original blue wool cushions. Marked from manufacturer. Ole Wanscher / P.J Furniture

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Wool, Cherry

1960s, Danish 2 seater sofa, original condition, furniture wool fabric, oak.
1960s, Danish 2 seater sofa, original condition, furniture wool fabric, oak.

1960s, Danish 2 seater sofa, original condition, furniture wool fabric, oak.

Located in Tarm, 82

1960s, Danish 2 seater sofa in original very good condition: no smells, no stains, stable construction. Original quality furniture wool fabric, solid oak wood, brass springs in the s...

Category

1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Wool, Oak

Three Seater Sofa, Model AP 18S, Designed by Hans J. Wegner, 1960s
Three Seater Sofa, Model AP 18S, Designed by Hans J. Wegner, 1960s

Three Seater Sofa, Model AP 18S, Designed by Hans J. Wegner, 1960s

By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen

Located in Lejre, DK

The three-seater sofa, Model AP 18S, upholstered in green wool fabric and with dark wood legs, was designed by the Danish architect Hans J. Wegner in 1960. Wegner, known for his uniq...

Category

1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Wool, Wood

Illum Wikkelso Style Sofa in New Upholstery
Illum Wikkelso Style Sofa in New Upholstery

Illum Wikkelso Style Sofa in New Upholstery

By Illum Wikkelsø

Located in Dallas, TX

Beautiful and very comfortable well-made sofa in the Danish Modern Style. This has been reupholstered at some point in this tasteful bright greenish yellow fabric.

Category

Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Three Seat Sofa Ole Wanscher for PJ
Three Seat Sofa Ole Wanscher for PJ

Three Seat Sofa Ole Wanscher for PJ

By Ole Wanscher

Located in Matosinhos, 13

Vintage Three Seat Sofa by Ole Wanscher and produced by P.Jeppensen. This unique sofa is made of solid mahogany and re-upholstered in Le Manaque fabric and has a unique feature: the sides in rattan. A vintage Danish piece of design, in excellent condition, that has been carefully restored to bring the original craftsmanship back to life. The fabric: The House of Le Manach...

Category

20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Rattan, Mahogany

Walnut Wood Essex Sofa with Blue Velvet Upholstery, Modern Design
Walnut Wood Essex Sofa with Blue Velvet Upholstery, Modern Design

Walnut Wood Essex Sofa with Blue Velvet Upholstery, Modern Design

Located in New York, NY

The Essex Sofa effortlessly combines the rich warmth of walnut wood with the soft, opulent feel of velvet upholstery, creating a piece that exudes both comfort and sophistication. De...

Category

2010s Portuguese Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Suede, Wood, Walnut

Sofa Produced in Denmark
Sofa Produced in Denmark

Sofa Produced in Denmark

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

Sofa by unknown designer. Produced in Denmark.

Category

1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard FD130 Teak sofa in Cognac Leather - Denmark, 1950's
Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard FD130 Teak sofa in Cognac Leather - Denmark, 1950's

Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard FD130 Teak sofa in Cognac Leather - Denmark, 1950's

By France & Søn, Hvidt & Mølgaard, Peter Hvidt

Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland

Amazing minimalistic solid Teak and Cognac leather sofa model FD130 by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen for France and Søn – Denmark, circa 1960. The leather has a lot of patina a...

Category

1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Teak

Contemporary 'Mammoth' Sofa by Norr11, Black Oak, Hallingdal 220
Contemporary 'Mammoth' Sofa by Norr11, Black Oak, Hallingdal 220

Contemporary 'Mammoth' Sofa by Norr11, Black Oak, Hallingdal 220

By Norr11, Rune Krøjgaard

Located in Paris, IDF

Mammoth Sofa Signed by Rune Krøjgaard & Knut Bendik Humlevik for Norr11. Model shown on the picture: Wood: Black oak Fabric: Hallingdal 220 Wood types available: natural oa...

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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Oak, Wool

Contemporary 'Mammoth' Sofa by Norr11, Natural Oak, Dunes Leather
Contemporary 'Mammoth' Sofa by Norr11, Natural Oak, Dunes Leather

Contemporary 'Mammoth' Sofa by Norr11, Natural Oak, Dunes Leather

By Rune Krøjgaard, Norr11

Located in Paris, IDF

Mammoth sofa Signed by Rune Krøjgaard & Knut Bendik Humlevik for Norr11. Model shown on the picture: Wood: Natural oak Fabric: Sørensen Leather - Dunes Brown 21001 Wood typ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Oak

Contemporary 'Mammoth' Sofa by Norr11, Light Smoked Oak, Dunes Leather
Contemporary 'Mammoth' Sofa by Norr11, Light Smoked Oak, Dunes Leather

Contemporary 'Mammoth' Sofa by Norr11, Light Smoked Oak, Dunes Leather

By Norr11, Rune Krøjgaard

Located in Paris, IDF

Mammoth sofa Signed by Rune Krøjgaard & Knut Bendik HumleviK for Norr11. Model shown on the picture: Wood: Natural oak Fabric: Sørensen Leather - Dunes Brown 21001 Wood typ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Oak

Contemporary 'Mammoth' Sofa by Norr11, Light Smoked Oak, Hallingdal 116
Contemporary 'Mammoth' Sofa by Norr11, Light Smoked Oak, Hallingdal 116

Contemporary 'Mammoth' Sofa by Norr11, Light Smoked Oak, Hallingdal 116

By Norr11, Rune Krøjgaard

Located in Paris, IDF

Mammoth sofa Signed by rune krøjgaard & knut bendik humlevik for norr11. Model shown on the picture: Wood: Light smoked oak Fabric: Kvadrat Hallingdal black 116 Wood types ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Wool, Oak

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