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
- 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
Danish Modern Four Seat Teak "Senator" Sofa by Ole Wanscher for France and Son
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Uncommon four-seat sofa designed by Ole Wanscher for France & Son as part of his 'Senator' line (ca. 1960s, Denmark).
Composed of a dense slat-back teak frame, designed with a partia...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
Viggo Boesen Attribution, Sofa, Bamboo, Rattan, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
By Viggo Boesen
Located in High Point, NC
A moulded bamboo, rattan and fabric sofa or settee attributed to Viggo Boesen and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Dimensions: 31.75” H x 54.5” W x 30.5” D
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Bamboo, Rattan
Frits Henningsen Sofa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Frits Henningsen Sofa. Nice Classic Design. Mahogany Frame. Unmarked
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Mahogany
$995 Sale Price
77% Off
Velvet Love Seat Sofa by Alfred Christensen c1950s
Located in London, England
Alfred Christensen - Tissø Love Seat Sofa
The official re-edition of this classic love-seat sofa by Danish designer and cabinetmaker: Alfred Christensen which was originally produce...
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Sheepskin, Oak, Fabric, Velvet, Walnut
$9,680 / item
1960s, Danish velour 2 seater drop arm sofa, velour, original condition.
Located in Tarm, 82
1960s, Danish "Spanish" drop arm sofa in original good condition: no smells and no stains. Cherry red furniture velour, ash wood legs. Double-sided se...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Ash
Arne Norell Safari Sofa Tropical Swedish 1960 Leather Bench
By Arne Norell
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Unique sofa of the 1960s of the designer Arne Norell in massive mahogany and black leather. New Tropical cotton fabric remakes.
Category
1660s Swedish Antique Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
1970s, Danish 2 seater sofa, original condition, furniture velour, ash wood.
Located in Tarm, 82
1960s, Danish "Spanish" 2 seater drop arm sofa. Cherry-red furniture velour, ash wood legs, brass springs in the seat, and cushions. Double-sided seat cushions. Very good condition: ...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Ash
Sheepskin Samspel Sofa by Carl Malmsten
Located in London, England
Carl Malmsten - Samspel Sofa
This iconic piece of Swedish furniture was designed in 1956 by master-designer Carl Malmsten. It was originally produced by ...
Category
2010s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Sheepskin, Beech
Danish Mid-Century Modern Daybed Sofa by Hans Wegner for Getma
Located in New York, NY
Iconic Danish Mid-Century Modern daybed, sofa - model GE- 258 designed by Hans Wegner for Getma. This example is in very good, estate condition, specifically the fabric shows wear, s...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
Ole Wanscher for A.J. Iverseren Sofa in Red Patinated Leather and Mahogany
By Ole Wanscher
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Ole Wanscher for A.J. Iverseren, sofa, leather, mahogany, Denmark, 1950s/1960s
Beautiful sofa in an outstanding natural color designed by Ole Wanscher during the mid-century period....
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Arne Norell 'Merkur' Sofa in Cognac Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Arne Norell for Norell Möbel AB, sofa model 'Merkur', leather, mahogany, Sweden, 1960s
This high-quality sofa called ‘Merkur’ is designed by the talented Swedish designer Arne Nore...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Arne Jacobsen Sofa Produced by Cabinetmaker Otto Meyer in Denmark
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Unique freestanding sofa designed by Arne Jacobsen. Produced by cabinetmaker Otto Meyer in Denmark.
Provenance:
Publisher Fergo, hence by descent in th...
Category
1920s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass
Folke Ohlsson Sofa by DUX
Located in Highland, IN
A beautiful, subtle design by Swedish designer Folke Ohlsson, this upholstered three seat sofa with gently curved lines is supported by a walnut base. In very good original vintage ...
Category
1960s American Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Hans J. Wegner GE6 Daybed Sofa for GETAMA
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The perfect New York sofa and guest bed, and one of the finest daybed designs of the era. The model GE6 Daybed designed by Hans J. Wegner for GETAMA. This brillia...
Category
1950s Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Teak
1960s, Danish 3-seater "Banan" sofa, original cherry-red furniture velour.
Located in Tarm, 82
1960s, Danish 3 seater "Banan" sofa. Cherry-red furniture velour, brass springs in the seat, beech wood legs. Original very good condition: no smells, no stains. Manufactured by Dani...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Beech
$2,306 Sale Price
20% Off
1960s, Danish 3 seater sofa, original condition, cherry-red furniture velour.
Located in Tarm, 82
1960s, Danish 3 seater sofa. Original very good condition: no smells, no stains, and stable construction. Original cherry-red furniture velour, brass springs in the seat, dark beech ...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Beech
$2,162 Sale Price
25% Off
Midcentury Danish Modern Banana Sofa in the Style of Viggo Boesen
By Viggo Boesen
Located in New York, NY
Made in the 1950s, this Danish Modern sofa is upholstered in a rich coral pink mohair. Its elegant design features a curved "banana" shape and a channeled back with decorative rope p...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Mohair, Oak
Vintage Scandinavian style three seater sofa, 1970´s
Located in Prague 8, CZ
This lounge three seater sofa was made in the 1970. It is upholstered with fabric. The structure is made of beech wood and the furniture stands on metal wheels. All in very good Vint...
Category
Late 20th Century Czech Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Beech
$845 Sale Price
20% Off
1960s, Danish vintage 2 seater "Banana" sofa, original very good condition.
Located in Tarm, 82
1960s, Danish design. 2 seater "Banana" sofa in original cherry-red fabric. Very good condition: no smells and no stains ( used not too much from 1960s ). Brass springs in the seat. ...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Beech
$2,787 Sale Price
44% Off
Arne Norell Sofa Model Merkur, 1960s
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Designed by Arne Norell and produced by Arne Norell Möbel AB, Sweden, 1960s.
All original, dark stained beech legs and brown buffalo leather. Great vintage condition with small sign...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
$14,417 / item
Cigar Sofa by Hans J. Wegner GE 240/3
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Portland, OR
Iconic Scandinavian Design. This sofa is beautiful from any angle and timeless in its strikingly modern design. With a frame made from solid oak which is in fantastic original condit...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Oak
Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Oversize Minerva Sofa by France & Son
Located in Highland, IN
Finely crafted by France & Søn, this rare, extra large version of the Minerva sofa or daybed has a frame of solid teak with steel fittings and comfortable spring cushions which have ...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
1960s, Danish 3 seater sofa, furniture velour, beech wood.
Located in Tarm, 82
1960s, Danish 3 seater sofa. Green furniture velour, brass springs in the seat, beech wood legs. Sofa was reupholstered about 15 years ago by craftsman. Good condition: no smells, no...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Beech
$1,681 Sale Price
20% Off
1960s, Danish 3-seater sofa, cherry-red furniture velour, ash wood.
Located in Tarm, 82
1960s, Danish 3-seater sofa. Cherry-red furniture velour, ash wood legs, springs in the seat. Original good condition: no smells, no stains and stable construction. Manufactured by D...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Ash
$1,681 Sale Price
20% Off
Danish Cabinetmaker Curved Sofa in Taupe Faux Shearling, Denmark, circa 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
Mid-Century Modern style celebrated functionality, and this is still a key tenant when decorating homes of the 21st century. And it is no surprise, because the furniture from this pe...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Faux Fur
Danish Modern Finn Juhl Sheepskin BO46 sofa, 1946
By Finn Juhl
Located in Uccle, BE
Sofa model BO46 by Finn Juhl for Bovirke, made in Denmark in 1946. Round beech legs. Reupholstered in sheepkin. Leather buttons. Excellent vintage condition.
Early and important Finn...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Sheepskin, Beech
1950s, Scandinavian 2-seater sofa, reupholstered, furniture wool, oak.
Located in Tarm, 82
1950s, Scandinavian 2-seater sofa. Reupholstered in quality furniture wool. Renewed oak, brass springs in the seat and back. Made by Swedish furniture manufacturer in about 1950-55. ...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Wool, Oak
1960s, Danish 2-seater sofa, light green furniture velour, ash wood.
Located in Tarm, 82
1960s, Danish 2-seater sofa. Light green furniture velour, ash wood legs, springs in the seat. Sofa was reupholstered by craftsman about 15 years ago. Good condition: no smells, no s...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Ash
Mid Century Dutch low Black Leather 3 seat sofa
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid Century Dutch Black Leather 3 seat low sofa. Great vintage condition. Located in Brooklyn NYC
The sofa measures 89" x 31" x 27" high
Category
1960s Dutch Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofa in Teak Fabric and Cane
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Three seat sofa, teak, cane, metal, Denmark, 1960s
This three-seat sofa of Danish origin showcases mid-century modern design and exquisite craftsmanship. The sculpted frame, crafted...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Cane, Teak
Scandinavian Modern Beech Frame Upholstered Sofa
By Peter Hvidt
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Scandinavian modern, 6 foot sofa produced in Yugoslavia features a beech wood frame with slat back, tapered elgs and scoop arms in the style of Peter Hvid...
Category
Mid-20th Century Macedonian Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Beech
Scandinavian modern sheepskin sofa 'Samspel' by Carl Malmsten, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
A classic piece by Carl Malmsten, the Samspel sofa was designed in 1956 and manufactured by AB Record in Bollnäs, Sweden.
Upholstered in premium espresso-colored sheepskin, it offe...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Sheepskin, Beech
Carl Malmsten "Samspel" Sofa for Ab Record, Sweden 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
This model “Samspel” sofa was first introduced at the exhibition at Röhsska Museet (the Swedish Museum of Design and Crafts) in Gothenburg in 1956. The model’s name means ‘interactio...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Wool, Wood
1960s, Danish 2-seater sofa, original green furniture velour, beech wood legs.
Located in Tarm, 82
1960s, Danish 2-seater sofa. Original green furniture velour, beech wood legs, brass springs in the seat. Original very good condition: no smells, no stains and stable construction. ...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Beech
1960s, 3-seater Danish sofa, original salmon pink furniture velour, dark beech.
Located in Tarm, 82
1960s, 3-seater Danish sofa. Original salmon pink furniture velour, dark beech wood legs, brass springs in the seat. Original good condition: no smells, no stains and stable construc...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Beech
Danish Cabinetmaker Three-Seater Banana Sofa, Denmark 1940s
Located in Utrecht, NL
This beautiful Danish three-seater sofa recalls the Art Deco style of the 1930s with the recognizable touch of Danish Modernism. Thanks to its elegantly curved shape, this type of so...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Daybed / Sofa Produced by France & Son
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare minerva daybed / sofa designed by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen. Produced by France & Son in Denmark.
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Cane, Teak
Kaare Klint Sofa Model 5011 Original Cognac Leather for Rud Rasmussen Denmark
Located in WIJCKEL, NL
Three-seater sofa model 5011 in original leather and eight-legged ash base. Produced by Rud. Rasmussen Cabinetmakers, Denmark. Minor marks on the frame, patina to the leather.
Shown at the Copenhagen Cabinetmakers’ Guild exhibition in 1935.
Kaare Klint is widely recognized as the father of Danish modern design. It is hard to overstate his influence. He developed an entirely new analytical approach to furniture design that his students at the Danish Academy of Art would emulate for years to come, yet was also inspired by historic designs from various cultures, modernizing and re-interpreting classic pieces for new generations.
Literature: Gorm Harkær, Klintiana: “Kaare Klint”, vol.2, pg 94.
Kaare Klint (1888-1954) is regarded as the founding father of Danish Modernim. As an architect, furniture designer and leading professor at the Department of Furniture Design at the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts, Copenhagen, Klint established the principles of modern Danish furniture by combining a profound appreciation of traditional construction techniques with a modernist emphasis on function and a rejection of ornaments.
Klint’s design was always based on relentless research; he never compromised. Every piece had to fulfill its purpose, be completely clear in its construction with dimensions and proportions corresponding to the human body and display materials and craftsmanship of the highest quality. Logic, often using a mathematical system of measures, and a constructive way of thinking were the foundation of Klint’s philosophy of furniture design. Like many of his contemporaries, counting Le Corbusier and Walter Gropius, he advocated standardization and functional requirements and dismissed the use of all ornamentation. But Klint realized his vision in wood and leather, using traditional craftsmen and working methods and often finding inspiration in historical models. In this way, he charted the course for an alternative Nordic Functionalism that idealized the workshop and the collaboration between furniture architects and cabinetmakers as opposed to the factory.
Kaare Klint’s first major work was a collaboration with his mentor, the architect Carl Petersen. In 1914 they were commissioned to design furniture and fixtures for Faaborg Art Museum. One of the highlights to emerge from this commission was the Faaborg chair, a light and elegant chair with clear references to classical furniture. The construction and proportions of an 18th century English Chippendale...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Ash
Unique 3-seater sofa by Roland Wilhelmsson, Sweden, 1970s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Probably unique 3-seater sofa handcrafted massive pine sofa by Roland Wilhelmsson and executed in Ågesta 1970s, Sweden.
This sofa (and a 2-seater, also available) was specially made...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Pine
Poul Volther Sofa / Daybed in Oak and Pierre Frey Fabric, Gemla, Sweden, 1955
Located in The Hague, NL
This rare daybed / sofa was designed by Poul Volther and produced by Gemla Fabrikers AB in Sweden, 1955. This particular model was named Diva and numbered 981. The base is in solid oak wood and can be folded down to create a (day)bed. The cushions have been completely renewed and are upholstered in a striking pink and white jacquard fabric...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wool, Cotton, Jacquard, Wood, Oak
Danish Modern Solid Teak "Minerva" Daybed / Sofa by Peter Hvidt for John Stuart
Located in San Diego, CA
An absolutely gorgeous Danish modern solid teak "Minerva" daybed / sofa by Peter Hvidt for John Stuart, circa 1960s. The piece is in very good original vintage condition with a brigh...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Teak, Chenille
$3,400 Sale Price
20% Off
Ludvig Pontoppidan, Sofa, Wood, Fabric, Denmark, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A red fabric and wood sofa designed and produced by Ludvig Pontoppidan, Denmark, c. 1950s.
Dimensions: 30.75” H x 78” W x 36” D
Seat height: 17.5”
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Ire Mobler 3 Seater Sofa 1960's
Located in Shibuya-ku, 13
Sofa made by Ire Mobler, founded in 1939 in Skillingaryd, Småland, southern Sweden.Ire design sofas from Sweden, with contours shaped in oak and fabrics that are a perfect match.The ...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Oak, Fabric
1970s, Danish sleeping foldable sofa, original very good condition.
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Danish sleeping foldable sofa. Original very good condition: no smells and no stains. Original vintage green furniture velour. Can be pu...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Teak
$1,537 Sale Price
20% Off
Illum Wikkelsø Sofa Model V11 Produced by Holger Christiansen in Denmark
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Very rare sofa model V11 designed by Illum Wikkelsø. Produced by Holger Christiansen in Denmark.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Børge Mogensen Three-Seat Sofa, Model 2213
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen three-seat sofa new upholstered with black elegance aniline leather.
Legs of mahogany.
Model 2213, made by Fredericia Furniture.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Model "Susanna" Sofa, Aake Anttila, Lahden Lepokalusto Oy, 1950s
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Model "Susanna" Sofa, designed by Aake Anttila, manufactured by Lahden Lepokalusto Oy, Finland, 1950s. Birch frame with velvet like fabric upholstery. Beautiful embossing on the fabr...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Birch
Werner Langenfeld for ESA Sofa in Black Leather and Metal
By Werner Langenfeld, ESA
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Werner Langenfeld for ESA, sofa, leather, chrome-plated steel, aluminum, Denmark, 1960s
This modern sofa features a splendid construction de...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Aluminum, Steel, Chrome
Viggo Boesen Attribution, Sofa, Bamboo, Rattan, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
By Viggo Boesen
Located in High Point, NC
A moulded bamboo, rattan and floral-printed fabric sofa or settee attributed to Viggo Boesen and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Seat height 15.5”.
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Bamboo, Rattan
Børge Mogensen Two-Seat Sofa
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen two-seat sofa with original leather upholstery.
Legs of oak.
Model 2212, made by Fredericia Furniture.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Oak
Poul Kjærholm PK-31/3 Sofa Produced by E. Kold Christensen in Denmark
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare sofa model PK-31/3 designed by Poul Kjærholm. Produced by E. Kold Christensen in Denmark.
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel
Fritz Hansen Model 1669 Three-Seat Sofa. Wool Bouclé Fabric. Circa 1940.
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Paris, FR
Rare and elegant three-seat sofa model 1669 manufactured by Fritz Hansen in Denmark, in the 1940s.
Original piece from the 1940s newly re-upholstered in the traditional way by the b...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Sheepskin, Fabric, Wool, Upholstery, Faux Fur
2 seats sofa in brown leather, Illum Wikkelso for Holger Christiansen
Located in Paris, FR
Rare 2 seats sofa in very good condition.
The leather has a very beautiful patina and remains very sick.
Very nice proportions. One of the most iconic danish design from 1960's.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wood
Danish Sofa in Original Black Leather and Oak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Three-seater sofa, leather, brass, oak, Denmark 1950s.
Elegant three-seat sofa in original leather and decorated with brass nails. This sofa is designed in the style of Frits Henni...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass
1980s, Danish 3 seater sofa, original very good condition, velour.
Located in Tarm, 82
1980s, Danish 3 seater sofa in original very good condition: no smells and no stains. Classic 80s design. Brown/red furniture velour. Manufactured by Danish furniture manufacturer in...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Plastic
$1,528 Sale Price
20% Off
Midcentury modern yellow fabric bouclé sofa, Denmark, 1960s.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Original sofa made in Denmark in the 1960s. After restoration.
The sofa has been covered with a new yellow bouclé fabric.
The sofa can be extended to a width of 115 cm
Perfect con...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Kaare Klint Two-Seat Sofa for Rud. Rasmussen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Kaare Klint freestanding two-seat sofas on six-legged, profiled mahogany cross-frame. Sides, seat and back upholstered with black horsehair. Executed by Rud. Rasmussen, Copenhagen.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
N. A. Jørgensens Møbelfabrik Sofa Model 96 in Tibetan Sheepskin, Denmark 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
This Danish two-seater sofa by N. A. Jørgensens Møbelfabrik revolves around high-quality materials, comfort, and the mastery of the era’s cabinetmakers. The design in many ways trans...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Sheepskin, Wood
Arne Norell curvy Soffa Produced by Westbergs Möbler, Sweden, circa 1960
By Arne Norell
Located in Hägersten-Liljeholmen, Stockholms län
A rare curvy 3 seats Arne Norell soffa produced by Westbergs Möbler edition in 1950. The sofa is composed by stained beech feets and is reupholstered with a bouclette fabric in white...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Bouclé, Beech
Børge Mogensen #330 Fredericia Oak "Football" Sofas / Daybeds w/ Original Fabric
Located in Winnipeg, CA
A rare pair of sofas/daybeds designed by Børge Mogensen for Fredericia A/S. Originally designed in a larger version for Erhard Rasmussen, this awesome sofa set is truly unique. It is...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Wool, Oak
Scandinavian Modern sofas for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Scandinavian Modern sofas 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 sofas created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, case pieces and storage cabinets, more furniture and collectibles and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, fabric and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Scandinavian Modern sofas 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 sofas, popular names associated with this style include Børge Mogensen, Hans J. Wegner, Arne Norell, and Fredericia. 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 sofas differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $550 and tops out at $106,195 while the average work can sell for $6,409.
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