Sofa by Thorald Madsen
$12,860
Sofa by Thorald Madsen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Sofa in beige Hallingdal wool with legs in stained beech. Maker Thorald Madsen.
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Beech
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
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.
$12,860
Sofa by Thorald Madsen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Sofa in beige Hallingdal wool with legs in stained beech. Maker Thorald Madsen.
Beech
$5,880Sale Price / item|20% Off
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...
Leather, Wood, Walnut
$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.
Upholstery, Wood
$3,600Sale Price|38% Off
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...
Maple
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...
Wool, Oak
$24,200
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.
Wool
$6,729
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.
Rosewood
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. ...
Wool, Beech
$6,800
Illum Wikkelsø Sofa
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...
Fabric, Teak
1960s, Danish 2-seater sofa, green furniture velour, beech wood legs.
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...
Velvet, Beech
Børge Mogensen Three-Seat Sofa, Wool & Oak, Danish Design, 1950s
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 ...
Wool, Oak
Pine sofa design David Rosén model "Berga", Nordiska Kompaniet, 1960s
By David Rosén
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pine sofa or bench produced in Sweden by Nordiska Kompaniet, 1960s. Good condition, solid and stable.
Pine
Carl Malmsten Oak "Visingsö" Sofa for O.H. Sjögren, Sweden, 1960s
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...
Bouclé, Oak
Swedish modern sofa 'Tellus' by Folke Jansson for SM Wincrantz, Sweden, 1960s
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 ...
Fabric, Beech
Pine Sofa by Karl Andersson & Söner, Sweden, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pine sofa or bench by Karl Andersson & Söner, Sweden, 1960s. Very good condition, solid and stable.
Pine
Petite Danish modern sofa with horseshoe curved teak and woven light cane seat
Located in DK
This very rare petite sofa designed by C. H. Brockmann Petersen (1914-1972) has a combined curved teak backrest and armrest. Its seat is in woven cane. The bearing bars underneath ar...
Cane, Teak
Børge Mogensen Three-Seat Sofa, Model 2209, Denmark, New Upholstered
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen three-seat sofa new upholstered with canvas and tan aniline leather Legs of mahogany. Model 2209, made by Fredericia furniture.
Leather, Mahogany, Canvas
Nanna Ditzel & Illum Wikkelsø Sofa by Søren Willadsen Møbelfabrik
By Illum Wikkelsø, Nanna Ditzel
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Very rare sofa designed by Nanna Ditzel & Illum Wikkelsø. Produced by Søren Willadsen Møbelfabrik in Denmark. Matching pair of easy chairs in also available.
Steel
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...
Fabric, Bouclé, Oak
$1,529Sale Price|20% Off
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...
Wool, Oak
1960s, Danish 3-seater sofa by Alfred Christensen, red furniture wool, original.
Located in Tarm, 82
1960s, Danish 3-seater sofa by Alfred Christensen. Red furniture wool fabric, brass springs in the seat, brass plugs on beech wood legs. Original good condition: no smells, no stains...
Wool, Beech
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. ...
Wool, Oak
Swan sofa Mod. 3321 in black leather by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen
Located in Kiel, SH
Beautiful patinated Swan sofa by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Mod 3321 Early version with original leather no marks
Aluminum
GE-236/4 in Teak by Hans J. Wegner for GETAMA 1960s
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...
Fabric, Teak
Sofa in Pine and White Bouclé Fabric by Carl Malmsten, 1936
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...
Pine, Fabric
Model "416" sofa with ukola wood frame and washable ivory fabric upholstery
Located in Madrid, España
Model "416" sofa with ukola wood frame and washable ivory fabric upholstery - Designer Gregorio Vicente Cortés - c. 1967 - Spain Dimensions: 6...
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...
Fabric, Beech
Sofa in Laminated Birch and Original Leather Webbing by Bruno Mathsson, 1968
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...
Birch
Early Teak and Oak 2-Seater Sofa by Tove & Edward 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.
Fabric, Teak
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...
Wool, Oak
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...
Fabric, Foam, Wood
Hans J. wegner GE-236/4 Sofa Getama Denmark 1960s
Located in Handewitt, DE
In very good vintage condition, ready for use.
Fabric, Oak
Poul M Volther Daybed Sofa Model 981 DIVA by Frem Røjle, Teak 60ties green cord
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 ...
Fabric, Teak, Cord, Beech
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...
Bouclé, Birch
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...
Fabric, Foam, Wood
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...
Fabric, Foam, Wood
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...
Teak
$17,043 / item
BM 2213 by Børge Mogensen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Børge Mogensen / Fredericia Furniture. BM 2213 - Reupholstered 3-seater sofa in natural leather.
Oak
Illum Wikkelsø Sofa Model Croissant Produced by Holger Christiansen in Denmark
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Very rare sofa model croissant designed by Illum Wikkelsø. Produced by Holger Christiansen in Denmark.
Leather, Rosewood
Hans J. Wegner Airport Sofa AP34/4 Denmark 1954
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...
Steel
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...
Fabric, Foam, Wood
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...
Leather, Oak
$1,735Sale Price|20% Off
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...
Fabric
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...
Wool, Oak
Margas LC3 Sofa in Walnut & Karakorum 001 by Louise Liljencrantz for &Tradition
By &Tradition, Louise Liljencrantz
Located in Dubai, AE
Named after her beloved grandmother, Marga von Dardel, who Liljencrantz credits as the most important role model in her life, this elegant two-seater sofa promise to become fundament...
Fabric, Walnut
$6,000Sale Price|20% Off
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 ...
Upholstery, Walnut
Rolf Rastad & Adolf Relling sofa produced by Arnestad Bruk in Norway
By Adolf Relling and Rolf Rastad
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare sofa designed by Rolf Rastad & Adolf Relling. Produced by Arnestad Bruk in Norway.
Wool, Teak
$1,434Sale Price|29% Off
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...
Leather, Beech
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
Wool, Cherry
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...
Wool, Oak
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...
Wool, Wood
$9,600Sale Price|20% Off
Illum Wikkelso Style Sofa in New Upholstery
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.
Upholstery, Wood
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...
Upholstery, Rattan, Mahogany
$4,960Sale Price / item|20% Off
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...
Suede, Wood, Walnut
$10,159
Sofa Produced in Denmark
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Sofa by unknown designer. Produced in Denmark.
Steel
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...
Leather, Teak
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...
Oak, Wool
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...
Leather, Oak
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...
Leather, Oak
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 ...
Wool, Oak