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
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
Flemming Lassen Ingeborg Sofa in Beech & Smooth Beige Sheepskin, Asko 1950s
By Asko, Flemming Lassen
Located in Helsinki, FI
A lovely lounge sofa by danish architect Flemming Lassen in smooth beige natural sheepskin. The sofa has the same design as the Ingeborg chair in the series (sofa and chair) which ha...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Sheepskin, Wood
Illum Wikkelso 3 Seat Curved Sofa Model 450. Circa 1960. New upholstery.
Located in Paris, FR
Elegant and rare curved sofa "Model 450" designed by Illum Wikkelsø for Aarhus Polstermøbelfabrik in the 1960s. Denmark.
This important sofa shows an impressive curved shape perfect...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wool, Bouclé, Upholstery, Wood
Danish Sofa in Soft Green Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Sofa, wood, upholstery, Denmark, 1940s
This Danish sofa catches the eye due to the exquisitely shaped armrests. From the high backrest the armrests float downwards in three curves. ...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Teak Daybed Sofa by Gustaf Hiort Af Ornäs, Finland 1950s
Located in Rīga, LV
This minimalist sofa is made of two teak boards on solid beech wood legs. Zipped cushions are removable, there’re 2 upholstery options - green Marimekko fabric inside.
Additional in...
Category
20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Oak, Teak
"Monte Carlo" Palisander and leather sofa by Ingvar Stockum, Futura, 1960s
Located in Hägersten, SE
Three seater Sofa model "Monte Carlo" designed by Ingvar Stockum. Produced by Futura möbler during the 1960s. Solid rosewood/palisander frame with original black leather cushions. Ve...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Palisander
Sofa by Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen for John Stuart Woven Cane Panels
Located in Monrovia, CA
Gorgeous Vintage Danish Teak Sofa by Peter Hvidt and Orla Molgaard-Nielsen for John Stuart. Made In Denmark by France and Daverkosen. Beautifu...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Cane, Wood, Teak
1970s, Danish 3-seater sofa, furniture wool fabric, oak wood, original.
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Danish 3-seater sofa. Beige furniture wool fabric, oak wood, and springs in the seat cushions. Original very good condition: no smells, no stains, and stable construction. Man...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Wool, Oak
Arne Jacobsen Swan Sofa in Grace Walnut Leather for Fritz Hansen, Denmark 1958
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Iconic design from 1958 by Arne Jacobsen for the SAS Royal Hotel in Copenhagen Denmark (known now as the Radisson Blu Royal Hotel). This (re-)edition of the Swan Sofa (Model 3321) wa...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Aluminum
Danish Four Seat Sofa in Teak and Olive Green Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Four seat sofa, teak, fabric, Denmark, 1950s
Typical Scandinavian Modern sofa with modest yet striking lines. The way the armrests bent outwards remind of the designed by Folke Ohls...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Mid-Century Modern Three-seater sofa by Ellekær & Norell for Coja Sweden, 1970s.
Located in Asaa, DK
Mid-Century Modern Three-seater sofa by Ellekær & Norell for Coja Sweden, 1970s.
Scandinavian Modern Coja 3-seats sofa.
This beautiful and iconic sofa is attributed to designers Arne...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Faux Leather, Teak
Two-Seater Sofa by Otto Schulz 'Attr.' for Boet, Sweden, 1940s
By Otto Schulz
Located in Utrecht, NL
This spectacular two-seater sofa by Swedish designer, Otto Schulz, is a beautiful example of the furniture designer’s repertoire of cleverly constructed pieces. With a creative and m...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Model 2213 Leather sofa by Børge Mogensen, Fredericia Furniture, Denmark.
Located in København K, DK
Excellent 3 seat sofa in original leather and cushions by Børge Mogensen, Fredericia Furniture, Denmark.
Model 2213.
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Oak
Carl Malmsten "Berlin" Three-Seater Sofa, Sweden 1960s
Located in Utrecht, NL
The “Berlin” three-seater sofa is “Malmstenesque” to its core. Designed in 1960, this sofa shows the designer’s predilection for traditional Swedish craftsmanship. Rejecting strict f...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Custom Made Love Seat Sofa by Alfred Christensen
Located in London, England
A custom-made new edition of this classic love-seat sofa by Danish designer and cabinetmaker: Alfred Christensen. This re-edition is produced under license in Sweden by Dagmar and av...
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Sheepskin, Fabric, Mohair, Bouclé, Velvet, Oak, Walnut
'Aqueduct' Contemporary Sofa by Poiat, Setup 4, Fox 02, High Plinth
By Poiat
Located in Paris, IDF
'Aqueduct' Sofa by Poiat
Setup 4
Dimensions : H. 77 cm x W. 370 cm x D. 230.5 cm (SH 40 cm)
Aqueduct collection 2022 by Timo Mikkonen & Antti Rouhunkoski
Upholstery: Larsen - Fox...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Linen, Foam, Plywood
Ole Wanscher Three-Seat Sofa
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Ole Wanscher three-seat sofa new upholstered with light grey 100 % New Zealand Divina wool.
Made of solid mahogany.
Model Senator, made by France & Son.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Wool, Mahogany
Mid Century Scandinavian Danish Modern Black Leather sofa
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid Century Scandinavian Danish Modern Black Leather 3 seat sofa. Great design and shape 3 seat sofa that sits on 4 Square dark brown wood legs. Great vintage condition ready for use...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
1960s, Danish 3-seater sofa, original condition, furniture velour.
Located in Tarm, 82
1960s, Danish 3-seater sofa. Original very good condition: no smells, no stains, and stable construction. Original blue furniture velour, beech wood legs, brass springs in the seat. ...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Beech
Finn Juhl Japan Sofa by France & Son, All New Premium Upholstery
Located in Utrecht, NL
"Japan" series sofa by Finn Juhl, designed in 1957 made by France & Son Denmark.
The sublime simplicity of the "Japan" series is inspired by traditional Japanese construction techni...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Teak, Wool, Linen
Märta Blomstedt Sofa, Finland, 1940s
Located in The Hague, NL
This rare sofa was designed by Märta Blomstedt and produced in Finland in the 1940s. The sofa has been fully reconditioned and newly upholstered in a w...
Category
1940s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Birch, Bouclé
1970s, 3 seater Danish sofa, original very good condition, corduroy.
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Danish 3 seater sofa in original very good condition: no smells, no stains. Light brown corduroy, bent wood. Manufactured by Danish furniture manufacturer in about 1970s.
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Bentwood
Vintage Scandinavian style three seater lounge sofa, 1970´s
Located in Prague 8, CZ
This lounge Scandinavian style three seater sofa was made in the 1970´. It´s upholstered with fabric. The structure is made of beech wood. All in very good Vintage condition, shows s...
Category
Late 20th Century Czech Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Beech
Finn Juhl model Jupiter sofa brown leather France & Son Denmark 1965
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
Beautiful shaped 3-seat Jupiter sofa model 218 designed by Finn Juhl for France & Son, Denmark 1965. The sofa is executed in chocolate brown leather supported by a solid rosewood fra...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Sofa Model Minerva by France & Daverkosen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Sofa model Minerva designed by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen. Produced by France & Daverkosen in Denmark. Seating group with 3 seater, 2 seater and side table...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Cane, Teak
1970s, Danish 3 seater sofa, original very good condition, wool, oak.
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Danish 3 seater sofa in original very good condition: no smells and no stains. Furniture wool fabric, oak wood. Removable cushions. Manufactured by Danish furniture manufactur...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Wool, Oak
Rare Kaare Klint Box sofas in Mahogany & Niger Leather, Scandinavian Modern
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Kaare Klint & Rud Rasmussen snedkerier.
A stunning pair of rare Kaare Klint Model no. 4118S two-seater box-shaped sofas with profiled cross legged mahogany frame. (Also called X-Bas...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Oak GE-236 Sofa by Hans Wegner for Getama
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Oak mid-century "GE-236" sofa by Hans Wegner for Getama circa 1960's. Much loved Danish four seat sofa with original sprung cushions on seat and backrest. Cozy upholstered arms too, ...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Oak
1950s, Danish 2-seater sofa, cherry-red furniture velour, ash wood.
Located in Tarm, 82
1950s, Danish 2-seater sofa. Cherry-red furniture velour, ash wood legs, brass springs in the seat. The sofa was reupholstered about 10 years ago by craftsman. Very good condition: n...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Ash
Folke Ohlsson for DUX Four-Seat Mid-Century Sofa in Original Wool Fabric 1960's
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Scandinavian modern sofa made and marked by Dux of Sweden made sometime in the 1960's designed by Folke Ohlsson. Handsome build with profound design lines that bring elegance and style to any space. A splendid, long modern sofa...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Wool, Teak
Danish Cabinetmaker Curved Sofa Sheepskin c1940s
Located in London, England
This wonderfully curved sofa, produced by a Danish Cabinetmaker in the 1940s, has an inviting back and wrap around arms. It also features a curved seat and has been totally refurbish...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Sheepskin, Oak
Mid-Century Modern Four-Seat Sofa by Folke Ohlsson & Fritz Hansen, Denmark, 1960
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
Scandinavian Modern Two Seater Sofa Dark Brown Leather of Danish Design, 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
The two-seater sofa in dark brown leather, Danishly designed and manufactured by Stouby Møbelfabrik in 1960, is an example of timeless craftsmanship and aesthetics. Stouby Møbelfabri...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Four-Seat Sofa by Wegner for GETAMA
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in New York, NY
An extra large version of the Wegner sofa for GETAMA. The four-seat sofa is preserved with original striped wool upholstery and oak hardwood legs.
Frame is in good sturdy conditi...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Wool, Oak
1966 Vilhelm Wohlert, Unique Sofa in Solid Elm, Upholstered with Green Fabric
Located in London, GB
Unique Vilhelm Wohlert sofa of solid elm. Upholstered with green fabric. Made 1966 by cabinetmaker Arne Poulsen. H. 120 cm. L. 160 cm. D. 77 cm. Three available. Purchased from the c...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Elm
1970s, Danish design by Arne Vodder for Cado Denmark, 3 seater sofa.
By Arne Vodder, Cado
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Danish design by Arne Vodder for Cado Denmark. 3 seater sofa, furniture wool, dark exotic/teak wood. Loose cushions. Original very good condition: no smells and no stains.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Wool, Teak
1960s, Danish 2-seater sofa, furniture wool, beech wood, original.
Located in Tarm, 82
1960s, Danish 2-seater sofa. Original green furniture wool fabric, beech wood, springs in the seat. Original very good condition: no smells, no stains and stable construction. Manufa...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Wool, Beech
Søren Hansen, Rare Sofa / Bench Model 2240 for Fritz Hansen, 1939
Located in Paris, FR
Two-seat sofa, model 2240, made of Beech wood designed by Søren Hansen in 1939 and manufactured by Fritz Hansen.
A rare find and very collectable piece.
As a sculptural piece, this ...
Category
1930s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Velvet, Beech, Fabric
Ole Wanscher Three-Seat Sofa
By Cado, Ole Wanscher
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Ole Wanscher three-seat sofa new upholstered with vintage aniline leather.
Made of solid teak.
Model senator, made by Cado.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Teak
Børge Mogensen Three-Seat Sofa, Model 2209, Denmark, New Upholstered
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen three-seat sofa new upholstery with walnut elegance aniline leather.
Legs of teak.
Model 2209, made by Fredericia furniture.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Teak
Paradise Sofa by Kerstin Horlin Holmquist for Nordiska Kompaniet
Located in San Francisco, CA
A tufted sofa from the Paradise collection by Kerstin Horlin-Holmquist for Nordiska Kompaniet with beech legs and upholstered in a brown sateen velvet with a twisted cord trim detail...
Category
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Beech
1960s, Danish 3-seater sofa, blue/beige furniture velour, beech wood legs.
Located in Tarm, 82
1960s, Danish 3-seater sofa. Blue/beige furniture velour, beech wood legs, brass springs in the seat. Sofa was reupholstered by craftsman about 10-15 years ago. Very good condition: ...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Beech
Unique Jacob Kjaer Sofa in Original Niger Leather and Mahogany
By Jacob Kjaer
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Jacob Kjaer, sofa, original Niger leather, brass, stained mahogany, Denmark, 1930s
Exemplifying the quintessential essence of Danish design of the thirties, this rare sofa by Jacob...
Category
1930s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass
Ilmari Tapiovaara Three Seat Sofa in Cognac Leather and Teak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Ilmari Tapiovaara for Esposizione La Permanente Mobili manufactured by Paolo Arnaboldi, sofa, teak, leather, brass, Italy, 1957.
This three-seat sofa is designed by Finnish designer...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass
Carl Malmsten 1950s Cirkus Sofa in Boucle Fabric
Located in London, England
Carl Malmsten - Cirkus Sofa, c1950s
Model 'Cirkus' love-seat sofa, designed in the 1950s by Swedish Master designer Carl Malmsten and produced by OH Sjögren in Tranås, Sweden. The sofa has restored and re-finsiehd stained elm wood legs and has been reupholstered in off-white boucle fabric.
H 80cm / D 80cm / W 151cm / SH 41cm.
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Bouclé, Elm
1950s Sofa by Kerstin Horlin-Holmquist
Located in Turners Falls, MA
Sofa designed by Kerstin Horlin-Holmquist. Manufactured by Nordiska Kompaniet. Birch legs with Velvet upholstery. 1958
Weekly deliveries to NYC
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Birch
Børge Mogensen Three-Seat Sofa, Model 2323, New Upholstered
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen three-seat sofa new upholstered with vintage full grain aniline leather.
Legs of soap treated oak.
Model 2323, made by Fredericia Furniture.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Oak
Danish Modern Finn Juhl "46" Sofa, Dark Lavender Blue Velvet, Carl Brørup, 1940s
By Finn Juhl
Located in Odense, DK
Early and important Finn Juhl "46" sofa made in the 1940s at original manufacturer Carl Brørup. The sofa is upholstered in a beautiful dark blue velvet. The sofa is in very good orig...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet
Børge Mogensen Two-Seat Sofa
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen two-seat sofa original upholstered with black leather.
Legs of oak.
Model 2322, made by Fredericia Furniture.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Oak
Sofa in Teak and Original Leather Model 2213 by Børge Mogensen, 1963
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Sofa in Teak and Original Leather by Børge Mogensen, 1963
Additional Information:
Material: Teak and original leather
Style: Mid century, Scandinavian
Sofa model 2213
Produced by Fr...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Teak, Leather
Curved Banana Sofa in Two-Tone Fabric, Denmark, 1940s
Located in Örebro, SE
Cool banana shaped soffa, in Two-Tone Fabric, Denmark, 1940s.
Condition: Wear consistent with age and use. The original fabric shows wear, this one is a great candidate for reuphols...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Wool, Beech
Rare Nanna Ditzel sofa, 1949 for cabinetmaker Knud Willadsen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
A very rare two-seater sofa designed by Nanna and Jørgen Ditzel in 1949. The piece is executed by cabinetmaker Knud Willadsen, Denmark,
This sofa was executed in few examples, pr...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Beech, Fabric
Carl Cederholm, Sofa, Fabric, Wood, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A green fabric and dark-stained wood sofa designed by Carl Cederholm and produced by Stil & Form, Sweden, 1940s.
Seat height 17”.
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Paper Knife Sofa by Kai Kristiansen for Magnus Olesen, Denmark, 1956
Located in Barcelona, ES
Two seater Paper Knife sofa designed in 1956 by Kai Kristiansen for Magnus Olesen, Denmark. Teak frame upholstered with new wool fabr...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Carl Malmsten Sofa
Located in Chicago, IL
Made in: Sweden, c. 1950.
Material: faux shagreen upholstery, beech.
Size: 63 W × 32 D × 33.25 H in seat height 16.5 inches.
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Beech
1960s Set of Two Illum Vikkelso Plexus Easy Chairs in Rosewood by CFC Silkeborg
Located in Knebel, DK
1960s Set of Two Illum Vikkelso Plexus Easy Chairs in Rosewood by CFC Silkeborg
The plexus chair series consisting of a lounge chair, sofa, coffee table and sidetable was designed b...
Category
Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Rosewood
Minerva Sofa by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen for France & Søn, Denmark 19
Located in Hellouw, NL
Stunning ‘minerva’ sofa by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen for France & Søn from the 1960s. Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen have played a significant role in the internatio...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Teak
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
Scandinavian Sofa in Oak and Brown Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Sofa, oak, leather, Scandinavia, 1950s
This three-seater sofa beautifully reflects the stylistic traits of Scandinavian Modern Design. The base and backrest are pure and clear in th...
Category
1950s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Oak
Rare Scandinavian Modern Sofa Model 168/4 by France & Son
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Model 168/4 sofa designed in 1962 by Charles ‘Fearnley’ France, the boss of France & Son. Produced
from solid teak with black leather upholstery, this sofa i...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Teak
Ole Wanscher Teak 'Senator' Sofa
By Ole Wanscher
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This teak high-back two-seat sofa was designed by Ole Wanscher as part of his 'Senator' line, circa 1960s. Please confirm item location (NY or NJ) with dealer.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
"Lovö" Dining Sofa by Axel Einar Hjorth for Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden, 1930s
Located in Stockholm, SE
“Lovö” sofa by Axel Einar Hjorth, made from solid pine in a striking, rustic design. Storage under the seat.
“Lovö” is one of the series of ...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Pine
Arne Vodder Sofa in Patinated Cognac Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Arne Vodder for Ivan Schlechter, sofa, patinated leather, teak, Denmark, design 1953, manufactured late 1950s-1960s.
Elegant two-seat settee in admirable cognac leather and teak b...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Teak
Arne Norell 'Divina' Two Seat Sofa, Westbergs Möbler AB, Sweden, 1950s
By Arne Norell
Located in The Hague, NL
This rare two seat sofa was designed by Arne Norell in the late 1950s. The model is called 'Divina' and it was produced by Westbergs Möbler AB in Tranås, Swe...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Cotton, Upholstery, Wood, Beech
Børge Mogensen Three-Seat Sofa, Model 2213
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen three-seat sofa new upholstered with cognac aniline leather and canvas.
Legs of teak.
Model 2213, made by Fredericia Furniture.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Canvas
Arne Norell Sofa Kontiki by Arne Norell, Sweden, 1970s
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
3-Seater sofa model Kontiki designed by Arne Norell in original black leather. Produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden.
Very good condition!.
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
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
Sofa in Wool by Kaare Klint For Rud Rasmussen, 1950s
Located in Lejre, DK
Stylish sofa upholstered in wool designed by MAA Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen cabinetmakers in 1940. Great original condition.
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Wool, Mahogany
Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Sofa Upholstered in Bouclé, Scandinavia ca 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
One of the most significant contributions of the Scandinavian countries to the European fine arts has been in the field of design. The Scandinavian countries have achieved world-wide...
Category
1950s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Bouclé, 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
Danish Settee in Floral Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Sofa or settee, fabric, stained beech, walnut, Denmark, 1940s.
This settee owes its elegancy to the way the corpus is built: a thin frame that rests on beautifully sculpted legs t...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Beech, Walnut
Curved Three Seat Sofa in the style of Otto Schulz
By Boet, Otto Schulz
Located in Stockholm, SE
Luxurious, voluminous sofa in an inviting, curved shape with mustard yellow upholstery. In the style of Otto Schulz. Seat height 43 cm.
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Cotton, Wood
3 Seater Sofa, Model GE290, in Oak by Hans J. Wegner, 1960s
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Lejre, DK
This three-seater sofa, model GE290, designed by the renowned Danish architect and designer Hans J. Wegner in 1953, epitomizes the timeless elegance and impeccable craftsmanship char...
Category
1960s 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.