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
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
"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
Kaare Klint Two-Seat Sofa for Rud. Rasmussen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Kaare Klint freestanding two-seat sofa on six-legged, profiled mahogany cross-frame. Sides, seat and back upholstered with patinated leather. Executed by Rud. Rasmussen, Copenhagen.
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Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Tufted Leather Balinese Style Danish Modern Solid Teak and Cane Sofa
By Peter Hvidt, Finn Juhl
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Although not marked by the maker, this exceptional, vintage (late 1970s / early 1980s) solid teak sofa has a distinctive Danish modern design but may actually be Canadian. The sofa f...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Teak, Cane
Vintage Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Natural Leather and Oak Wood Sofa, 1970s
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This two-seater sofa was produced in Scandinavia during the 1970s. The frame is made of solid oak wood with a natural color. The cushions are upholstered with natural leather in a shade of coffee brown. The sofa is equipped with side cushions. The frame with a basket structure, together with a comfortable seat and backrest, ensure high comfort during use. The sofa has a geometric and closed form that perfect match into the minimalist vintage trend...
Category
1970s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wood, Oak
1970s, Danish 2-seater sofa, blue/white furniture fabric, beech wood.
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Danish 2-seater sofa. Blue/white furniture fabric, springs in the seat, beech wood legs. Very good condition: no smells, no stains, and stable construction. Manufactured by Da...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Beech
Poul Kjærholm 'PK31' 2-Seater Sofa for Fritz Hansen in Aura Leather
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Kjærholm 'PK31' 2-Seater Sofa for Fritz Hansen in Aura Leather
Established in 1872, Fritz Hansen has become synonymous with legendary Danish design. Combining timeless craftsma...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel
Arne Norell Three-Seat Sofa Model Ilona, 1970s
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Three-seat. Leather, brass, stained ash wood.
Design by Arne Norell, produced by Arne Norell Möbel, Sweden.
Global front door shipping, flat-packed...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass
Göperts Möbler, Sofa, Pine, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A dark-stained pine and white fabric "Åre" sofa or settee designed and produced by Göperts Möbler, Sweden, c. 1940s.
Dimensions: 32” H x 49.75” W x 29” D
Seat height: 18”
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Pine
1960-70s, Danish velour 2 seater sofa, original very good condition.
Located in Tarm, 82
1960s, Danish 2 seater sofa in original very good condition: no smells and no stains. Cherry-red velour and beige furniture fabric. Removable double-s...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Beech
Mid Century Scandinavian Danish Modern Brown Faded Leather sofa
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid Century Scandinavian Danish Modern light reddish Brown Faded Leather sofa in by Stouby. Great design and shape 3 seat sofa that sits on 4 Square teak wood legs. Good vintage cond...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Early 1930s Art Deco Two-Seater Sofa by Flemming Lassen, Denmark
Located in Odense, DK
Amazing and early Art Deco two-seat sofa attributed to Danish architect Flemming Lassen and manufactured by the high end furniture store "L.H. Qvesehl" in the 1930s. The sofa is typi...
Category
1930s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Beech
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
1970s, Scandinavian 2-seater sofa, furniture wool, solid oak wood.
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Scandinavian 2-seater sofa. Original green furniture wool, solid oak wood, springs in the seat cushions. Original very good condition: no smells, no stains and stable construc...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Wool, Oak
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
Danish Sofa in Teak and Blue Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Danish sofa, teak, fabric, Denmark, 1960s
This three seater sofa features a refined blue fabric upholstery and the elegantly executed tapered legs are made out of teak. A remarkab...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Tulip Seating Group in Rosewood by K M Wilkins for G-Plan of England
Located in Chattanooga, TN
This incredible set was purchased new in Glasgow, Scotland in 1970. We acquired from the original owners who kept them in pristine condition. Designed by K.M. Wilkins for G-Plan of England, this line is appropriately named the "Tulip Group". Wilkins also designed the the well known Housemaster Chair...
Category
1970s English Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Rosewood
Hans Olsen Sofa in Black Leather and Teak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans Olsen for Brande Brande Møbelfabrik, leather, teak, Denmark, circa 1960
This leather four seat sofa is designed by the Dane Hans Olsen for Brande. The sofa is executed in black...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Teak
Carl Malmsten "Samsas" Sofa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Carl Malmsten "Samsas" sofa produced by O. H. Sjogren. Store formerly known as ARTFUL DODGER INC
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Birch, Fabric
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
1970s, Danish "Spanish" sofa, original condition, furniture velour, ash wood.
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Danish 2-seater drop arm "Spanish" sofa. Original very good condition: no smells, no stains, and stable construction. Original cherry-red furniture velour, ash wood legs, spri...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Velvet, Ash
Danish sofa and lounge chair 1940 Slagelse Møbelværk upholstered in green mohair
Located in København K, 84
This exceptional 1940s Danish sofa and lounge chair, crafted by Slagelse Møbelværk, exemplifies the refined craftsmanship and timeless elegance of early Danish modern design. Created...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Mohair, Velvet, Beech
Danish Modern Leather and Rosewood Sofa by Eran, 1960s.
By Eran
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Modern Leather and Rosewood Sofa by Eran, 1960s.
Fantastic Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern large three-seater sofa designed and manufactured by Erhardsen & Andersen (Eran) Den...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Nanna Ditzel 'Mondial' Sofa Getama Denmark 1968 CHOOSE YOUR OWN UPHOLSTERY
By GETAMA, Nanna Ditzel
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
Unique opportunity for a custom upholstery project in a wool fabric of your choice, contact us for further details and fabric possibilities
Nanna Ditzel 'Mondial' Sofa 1968
Getama edition from 2000
Very comfortable, I tried it myself and this is one of the best sitting sofa...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
ARNE NORELL 3 Seater Sofa 1960's
By Arne Norell
Located in Shibuya-ku, 13
Leather sofa manufactured by Swedish designer Arne Norell for the leather company Coja between 1963 and 1968.Norell is best known for the Ilona sofa and the Safari chair, but it is t...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Teak
Vintage Scandinavian Modern Paradiset Sofa by Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist for NK
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This Paradiset sofa from the Triva collection was designed by Kerstin Hörlin-Holmqvist in 1958 and manufactured by Nordiska Kompaniet (NK) in Sweden. The characteristic Hörlin-Holmqv...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Beech
Hans J. wegner GE-236/4 Sofa Getama Denmark 1960s
Located in Handewitt, DE
In very good vintage condition, ready for use.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Finn Juhl Jupiter Sofa France and Son Denmark 1965 Black
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Danish modern so called Jupiter sofa model 218 designed by Finn Juhl and manufactured by France and Son, Denmark 1965. The sofa has a solid rosewood frame...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Walnut, Blue Velvet Modern Essex Sofa
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
Fabricius and Kastholm Four Seater Sofa in Cognac Leather with Steel Frame
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Jørgen Kastholm & Preben Fabricius for Kill International, four-seater sofa, patinated leather, steel, Denmark, 1960s.
The sofa embodies a solid construction that is established by ...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Børge Mogensen Three-Seat Sofa, Model 2213
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen three-seat sofa new upholstered with vintage full grain aniline leather.
Legs of nut.
Model 2213, made by Fredericia Furniture.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Sculptural Bertil Söderberg Sofa, Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden, 1940s
Located in The Hague, NL
This sculptural sofa was designed by Bertil Söderberg and produced by Nordiska Kompaniet in Sweden in the 1940s. The rare design is marked by the curv...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Beech
Rare 2-seated sofa "Kontiki" by Arne Norell
Located in Genarp, SE
Design Arne Norell 1970´s
Made by Norell Möbler, Sweden
Buffalo leather, stained beech, leather straps brass details
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wood
Swedish Designer, Sofa, Fabric, Birch, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A red fabric and birch sofa designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1930s.
Seat height 16.5”.
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Birch
Sofa Produced in Denmark
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare and curved sofa by unknown designer. Produced in Denmark.
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Velvet, Beech
Rare Vintage Scandinavian Modern 2-Seater Brown Fabric & Oak Sofa Grace by Ikea
By IKEA
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This rare two-seater Grace sofa was produced by the Swedish company IKEA in 1961. The softly rounded shape of the frame, where the backrest smoothly turns i...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Oak
1960s, Danish 2-seater curved sofa, original red furniture fabric.
Located in Tarm, 82
1960s, Danish 2 seater curved sofa. Original very good condition: no smells, no stains, and stable construction. Original red furniture fabric, be...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Beech
Danish Designer, Sofa, Oak, Fabric, Denmark, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A carved oak and light grey fabric sofa designed and produced in Denmark, c. 1960s.
Seat height 16.5”
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Oak
1960s, Danish 2 seater sofa, floral green furniture velour, beech wood.
Located in Tarm, 82
1960s, Danish 2 seater sofa. Floral green furniture velour, beech wood legs, brass springs in the seat. Sofa was reupholstered by craftsman about 10 years ago. Manufactured by Danish...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Beech
Hans Jørgen Frydendal for Modul Bygge System Sofa in Solid Pine and Bouclé
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans Jørgen Frydendal for Modul Bygge System, sofa, solid pine, reupholstered in boucle, Denmark, circa 1960
Hans Jørgen Frydendal created a sofa that directs all focus towards the ...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Bouclé, Pine
1970s, Danish 2-seater "Banana" sofa, original cherry-red velour.
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Danish 2 seater "Banan" sofa in original very good condition: no smells, no stains, stable construction. Original cherry-red furniture velour, beech wood legs, springs in the ...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Beech
Ole Wanscher Three-Seat Sofa
By Ole Wanscher, Cado
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Ole Wanscher three-seat sofa new upholstered with tan aniline leather.
Made of solid teak.
Model senator, made by Cado.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Teak
Bonanza sofa With Svensson Fabric, Esko Pajamies, Asko, Mid-20th Century
By Esko Pajamies, Asko
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Iconic Bonanza sofa, designed by Esko Pajamies, manufactured by Asko, Mid-20th Century. Oak frame. Reupholstered seats with Ludvig Svensson -fabric. The frame is refinished. Good vin...
Category
Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Hans Wegner GE-240 Sofa
Located in Shibuya-ku, 13
Hans J. Wegner. He is said to have designed more than 500 chairs during his lifetime and was one of the most influential masters in the history of Danish furniture design. The GETAMA...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Pair 1960's Danish Sofa With Vintage Upholstery
Located in Turners Falls, MA
Pair 1960's Danish three seat Sofa with vintage patterned upholstery. Buttoned back upholstery. Solid stained teak frames
Price is for the pair but willing ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
Sofa, Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, France & Son's, 1950s
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Sofa, designed by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, manufactured by France & Son's, 1950s. Teak frame with rattan weaved arm rest sides. Reupholstered with quality Nevotex Wooly -...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Wool, Rattan, Teak
8 Ft. Long Four Seat Sofa by Grete Jalk for France and Sons in Teak, c. 1960s
Located in Deland, FL
Rare and exceptional is this sculptural sofa by Grete Jalk for France & Son. This four-seat sofa features contoured slats that create a spectacular line from the back and side angles...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Teak
Mid 20th Century Grete Jalk for France & Sons 4 Seater Danish Modern Sofa
By Grete Jalk
Located in Wheat Ridge, CO
Grete Jalk for France & Sons 4 Seater Danish Modern Teak Sofa circa 1960s.
Measurements: 98" wide, 29" deep, 29" high with an arm height of 21", seat height of 16.75", seat width of...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Børge Mogensen Two-Seat Sofa, Tremmesofa Model 1789, Beech and Leather
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen two-seat sofa in beech and original cushions of black leather.
Model tremmesofa (1789), made by Fritz Hansen.
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Beech
Three Seater Sofa in Velvet with Rosewood by Lennart Bender, 1970’s
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Three Seater Sofa in Velvet with Newly Reupholstered in Velvet Fabric by Lennart Bender, 1970’s
Additional Information:
Material: Solid rosewood and newly reupholstered in velvet fa...
Category
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Rosewood, Velvet
1960s, Danish design, reupholstered 3 seater "Banana" sofa, vintage velour.
Located in Tarm, 82
1960s, Danish design. Refurbished-reupholstered 3 seater "Banana" sofa in quality vintage bottle green velor, two extra pillows. Ash wood legs. Brass springs in the seat and back is ...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Velvet, Ash
Danish Cabinetmaker Two-Seater Sofa with Striped Upholstery, Denmark 1940s
Located in Utrecht, NL
This beautiful Danish two-seater sofa is an early example of what became known as Danish Mid-Century Modern design. With a classic mid-century look, this model is the perfect piece t...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Børge Mogensen Two-Seat Sofa kupe sofa, 2292, new upholstery
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen new upholstered kupe sofa with walnut elegance leather.
Legs of oak.
Model 2292, made by Fredericia Furniture.
Matching three seater, pair of lounge chairs and otto...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Teak
Scandinavian Modern Dutch Sofa Attr to Doublet Sofa by Rob Parry for Gelderland
By Rob Parry, Gelderland
Located in Topeka, KS
Stunning vintage Scandinavian Modern Dutch midcentury sofa attributed to Doublet Sofa by Rob Parry for Gelderland. It is made in Holland and com...
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Rosewood
Danish Modern Three-Seat Sofa in Black Leather and Wood
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Sofa, leather, stained wood, Denmark, 1960s
This model evokes the timeless designs of Borge Mogensen, showcasing a well-proportioned sofa with a straightforward yet elegant construc...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wood
Important Brockmann Petersen Sofa in Nutwood and Bouclé, Louis G. Thiersen, 1951
Located in The Hague, NL
This exceptionally rare two seater sofa was designed by Brockmann Petersen and produced by the cabinet maker Louis G. Thiersen & Søn in 1951. This design was presented at the 1951 Cabinetmakers' Exhibition in Copenhagen. The sofa on offer here is most likely the actual exhibition piece presented at the time, as the design wasn't put into larger scale production.
The freestanding piece has a sculptural frame in solid nutwood, with an organic shaped seat and upholstered armrests. The piece is constructed with beautiful interlocking wooden connections, displaying the high level of craftsmanship of the master cabinetmaker Louis Thiersen...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wool, Bouclé, Upholstery, Nutwood
Swedish Mid Century Modern Curved Sofa in Dark Green Velvet Upholstery, 1930s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare two seater Swedish mid century modern curved sofa in style of Otto Schultz. The dark green velvet upholstery appear to be original ...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Beech
Scandinavian Curved Sofa and Armchair in Original Mohair, Denmark, circa 1950
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
Curved Danish sofa and arm lounge chair in original Mohair velvet fabric and teak legs, circa 1950.
The Mohair fabric is still original and in very good condition with minor signs o...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Mohair, Teak
3 Seater Sofa By De Ster Gelderland, Netherlands, 1960s
Located in Bunnik, NL
Beautifull 3-seater sofa designed and produced by De Ster Gelderland in the Netherlands, 1960s. The frame is made of organically sculpted, solid teak wood. New upholstery.
Category
1960s Dutch Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Kaare Klint Three-Seat Sofa for Rud. Rasmussen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Kaare Klint freestanding three-seat sofa on eight-legged, profiled mahogany cross-frame. Sides, seat and back upholstered with patinated red leather. Model 4118. Executed by Rud. Ras...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Carl Gustaf Hiort af Ornäs Sofa Model Trienna Produced in Finland
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare sofa model Trienna designed by Carl Gustaf Hiort af Ornäs. Produced in Finland.
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Wool, Walnut
Børge Mogensen Two-Seat Sofa kupe sofa, 2292, new upholstery
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen new upholstered kupe sofa with walnut elegance leather.
Legs of oak.
Model 2292, made by Fredericia Furniture.
Matching three seater, pair of lounge chairs and otto...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Teak
Kandidaten 3 Seat Sofa by Ib Kofod-Larsen for Olof Persons 'OPE', Sweden, 1960s
By Olaf Person, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Deland, FL
This Kandidaten three-seater sofa was designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen and manufactured in Sweden by Olof Perssons Fatoljindustri (O.P.E.) in 1962. Constructed from solid teak this iconic...
Category
1960s European Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Teak
Børge Mogensen Black Leather 3 seat Sofa 2213 Fredericia Furniture Denmark 1960s
Located in Ystad, SE
Børge Mogensen Black Leather 3 seat Sofa Model 2213
With original patinated black leather upholstery.
Produced by Fredericia Furniture, Denmark 1960s
Dark stained beech legs
Manufact...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Beech
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...
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1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Birch
Custom Made Sheepskin 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...
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2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Sheepskin, Fabric, Mohair, Bouclé, Velvet, Oak, Walnut
Scandinavian Sofa Modell 807 by Fredrik Kayser for Vatne Lenestolfabrikk A/S
Located in Karlstad, SE
Sofa model 807 by Fredrik Kayser for Vatne Lenestolfabrikk A/S, Norway.
This high-quality sofa with timeless design is upholstered in cognac colo...
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20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wood
Eva and Nils Koppel Three-Seater Sofa "Koppel", Denmark, 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
This three-seater sofa has the best characteristics of Danish mid-century modern design. Its comfort and delicate design elements make this three-seater the most coveted work of Eva and Nils Koppel...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Bouclé, Wood
Swedish Cabinetmaker Settee / Sofa in Pinewood and White Vägen Linen, 1940s
Located in Odense, DK
Rare and stunning Scandinavian Modern sofa settee attributed to Philip Arctander and made in the 1940s by a Swedish Cabinetmaker. It is made from solid Scandinavian pinewood...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wool, Pine
Børge Mogensen Three-Seat Sofa, Model 2213
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen three-seat sofa new upholstered with jepard aniline leather.
Legs of teak.
Model 2213, made by Fredericia Furniture.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
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
Set of Two Illum Vikkelso Danish Plexus Easy Chairs in Mahogany by CFC Silkeborg
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of two Illum Vikkelso Danish Plexus easy chairs in mahogany
The plexus armchair series was designed by Illum Wikkelsø in the 1960s and manufactored in the 1960 - 1970´s by CFC S...
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Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Mahogany
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.