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Scandinavian Modern Sofas

SCANDINAVIAN MODERN STYLE

Scandinavian modernism is perhaps the warmest and most organic iteration of modernist design. The work of the designers associated with vintage Scandinavian modern furniture was founded on centuries-old beliefs in both quality craftsmanship and the ideal that beauty should enhance even the humblest accessories of daily life.

ORIGINS OF SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN 

CHARACTERISTICS OF SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

  • Bold, clean lines and simple, sturdy symmetries
  • Use of natural materials — native woods such as pine, ash and beech
  • Open, airy spaces
  • Promotion of functionality
  • Emphasis on craftsmanship; rooted in cabinetry profession and traditional construction techniques
  • Minimal ornamentation (little to no embellishment)
  • A neutral or light color palette owing to prominence of light woods

SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW

ICONIC SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS

VINTAGE SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS

The gentle, organic contours that are typical of Scandinavian design appear in the furnishings and decor created by Danish, Finnish and Swedish designers not as a stylistic gesture, but rather as a practical, ergonomic — and, as importantly, elegant — response to the human form.

Each nation produced exceptional talents in all areas of the applied arts, yet each had its forté. Sweden was home to Greta Magnusson Grossman and Bruno Mathsson — creators of the classic Grasshopper lighting series and Berlin daybed, respectively — but the country excelled most notably at ceramics. In the 1920s at the great Gustavsberg porcelain manufactory, Wilhelm Kåge introduced pieces in the Scandinavian style based on influences from folklore to Cubism; his skills were passed on to his versatile and inspired pupils Berndt Friberg and Stig Lindberg.

Likewise, Finland produced a truly ingenious Scandinavian modern furniture designer in the architect Alvar Aalto, a master at melding function and artistic form in works like the Paimio chair, created in collaboration with his first wife, Aino. Yet Finnish glassware was pre-eminent, crafted in expressive, sculptural designs by Tapio Wirkkala and Timo Sarpaneva.

The Danes excelled at chairs. Hans Wegner and Arne Jacobsen were exemplars of the country’s facility with wood, particularly teak

Wegner created such iconic pieces as the Round chair and the Wishbone chair; Jacobsen — while the revolutionary architect and furniture innovator produced the best-selling plywood Ant chair — designed two classic upholstered pieces of the 1950s: the Swan chair and Egg chair. The list of great Danes could go on and on, including Finn Juhl, a stylistic maverick and maker of the bold Chieftain chair; Poul Kjaerholm, with his lean metal-and-rattan aesthetic; and Verner Panton, who introduced a vibrant Pop note into international design.

Today, decades after their heyday, the prolific, ever-evolving Scandinavian modernists continue to amaze and delight, and interior designers all over the world use their pieces to bring warmth to any given space.

On 1stDibs, you will note both instantly recognizable vintage Scandinavian modern chairs, sofas, rugs and tables — those that have earned iconic status over time — and many new discoveries. 

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Style: Scandinavian Modern
Danish Modern Teak Gondola Scandinavian Sofa, 1980s
Danish Modern Teak Gondola Scandinavian Sofa, 1980s

Danish Modern Teak Gondola Scandinavian Sofa, 1980s

By Adrian Pearsall

Located in Basel, BS

Solid Teak frame Original Danish Mid Century Modern very long Gondola Sofa. This design is pleasing to the eye, and versatile in a Mid Century, Post Modern, as well as Modern decor. ...

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20th Century Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Teak, Upholstery

Tor Wolfenstein, Sofa, Velvet, Wood, Sweden, 1940s
Tor Wolfenstein, Sofa, Velvet, Wood, Sweden, 1940s

Tor Wolfenstein, Sofa, Velvet, Wood, Sweden, 1940s

By Tor Wolfenstein

Located in High Point, NC

An organic wood and green velvet sofa, designed by Tor Wolfenstein and produced by Ditzingers, Sweden, c. 1940s. Seat height: 17.5”

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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Danish Sofa in Original Black Leather and Oak
Danish Sofa in Original Black Leather and Oak

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...

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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

1960s Carl Malmsten "Lindegård” Sofa
1960s Carl Malmsten "Lindegård” Sofa

1960s Carl Malmsten "Lindegård” Sofa

By Carl Malmsten

Located in New York, NY

A Swedish Modern birch framed sofa designed by Carl Malmsten. This sofa has curved sides and back. The exposed vertical stiles look great with or with out the shaped back cushions. A...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Birch

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

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

By Carl Malmsten

Located in Utrecht, NL

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

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Bouclé, Oak

1970s, Danish design, 3 seater sofa, original condition, leather, teak wood.
1970s, Danish design, 3 seater sofa, original condition, leather, teak wood.

1970s, Danish design, 3 seater sofa, original condition, leather, teak wood.

Located in Tarm, 82

1970s, Danish little 3 seater sofa in original very good condition: no smells, no stains, stable construction. Original black leather, teak wood legs. Manufactured by Danish furnitur...

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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Teak

1950s Danish Sofa in Off-White Decorative Upholstery and Wood
1950s Danish Sofa in Off-White Decorative Upholstery and Wood

1950s Danish Sofa in Off-White Decorative Upholstery and Wood

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Sofa, fabric, wood, Denmark, 1950s. This sofa has all the flair and vitality of a typical Danish mid-century furniture piece. This particular design invites you to spend more time o...

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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

1970s, Danish 2-seater drop arm sofa, furniture velour.
1970s, Danish 2-seater drop arm sofa, furniture velour.

1970s, Danish 2-seater drop arm sofa, furniture velour.

Located in Tarm, 82

1970s, Danish 2-seater drop arm sofa. Original red furniture velour, beige jacquard fabric, springs in the seat cushions. Original very good condition: no smells, no stains and stabl...

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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Ash

Custom Made Sheepskin Karu Sofa with Ball Feet by Dagmar
Custom Made Sheepskin Karu Sofa with Ball Feet by Dagmar

Custom Made Sheepskin Karu Sofa with Ball Feet by Dagmar

Located in London, England

The Karu Sofa is a contemporary update of a classic design first produced in Finland by the Haimi Oy company in the 1940s. The inviting curved arms and subtle winged back are the epi...

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2010s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Sheepskin, Beech, Oak

1950s Sofa by Kerstin Horlin-Holmquist
1950s Sofa by Kerstin Horlin-Holmquist

1950s Sofa by Kerstin Horlin-Holmquist

By Kerstin Horlin Holmquist

Located in Turners Falls, MA

Sofa designed by Kerstin Horlin-Holmquist. Manufactured by Nordiska Kompaniet. Birch legs with vintage upholstery. 1958 Unmarked

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Birch

Carl Malmsten Vintage Samspel Sofa in Mohair Velvet 1950s
Carl Malmsten Vintage Samspel Sofa in Mohair Velvet 1950s

Carl Malmsten Vintage Samspel Sofa in Mohair Velvet 1950s

By Carl Malmsten

Located in London, England

Carl Malmsten - Samspel Sofa, 1956 Malmsten's iconic curved sofa was designed in 1956 and produced by Swedish cabinetmakers AB Record in Bollnas. It is considered one the finest exa...

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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Mohair, Velvet, Beech

Danish Cabinet Maker Sofa
Danish Cabinet Maker Sofa

Danish Cabinet Maker Sofa

By Henning Kjærnulf

Located in Turners Falls, MA

Danish Cabinet maker sofa. Carved oak frame. Nail head details. More recent micro suede upholstery. 1970’s, Denmark Delivery to NYC Area $55...

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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Oak

Scandinavian Modern Cream Upholstered Sofa With Teak Accents
Scandinavian Modern Cream Upholstered Sofa With Teak Accents

Scandinavian Modern Cream Upholstered Sofa With Teak Accents

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This refined Scandinavian Modern sofa marries comfort and style for the best of both worlds. It features a scoop teak trim that runs along the arms that frames this fully upholstered...

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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Bouclé, Teak, Fabric

Curved 1950s Scandinavian Sofa or Loveseat, Model 185, Slagelse, Denmark, 1950s
Curved 1950s Scandinavian Sofa or Loveseat, Model 185, Slagelse, Denmark, 1950s

Curved 1950s Scandinavian Sofa or Loveseat, Model 185, Slagelse, Denmark, 1950s

By Slagelse Mobelvaerk, Finn Juhl

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Slagelse Møbelværk two seat love sofa new upholstered with Bottle Green Magrethe wool fabric, buttons and details from full grain aniline leather. Legs of stained wood. This sofa i...

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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Beech, Leather

Contemporary Large Sofa 'Aqueduct' by Poiat, Yang 95, High Plinth
Contemporary Large Sofa 'Aqueduct' by Poiat, Yang 95, High Plinth

Contemporary Large Sofa 'Aqueduct' by Poiat, Yang 95, High Plinth

By Poiat

Located in Paris, IDF

Contemporary large 'Aqueduct' by Poiat Small version : H. 77 cm x W. 299 cm x D. 102 cm (SH 40 cm) Aqueduct collection 2022 by Timo Mikkonen & Antti Rouhunkoski Upholstery...

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21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Linen, Foam, Plywood

Leif Hansen "Model 62" Sofa for Kronen Møbelfabrikken, Denmark, 1960s
Leif Hansen "Model 62" Sofa for Kronen Møbelfabrikken, Denmark, 1960s

Leif Hansen "Model 62" Sofa for Kronen Møbelfabrikken, Denmark, 1960s

By Kronen, Leif Hansen

Located in Utrecht, NL

Leif Hansen’s Model 62 sofa is commonly referred to as the “Geisha” and was designed in 1959. This model is a strikingly elegant example of Danish modernism’s streamlined, luxurious aesthetic appeal to contemporary eyes. This three-seater sofa is made of two types of exotic woods and dressed in a premium light fabric. Its character is created by three main elements: the visually sectioned, fully upholstered body, the wooden accents on the arms, and the distinctively shaped legs. It says a lot when a model is representative not only of a designer, but also of a manufactory. So is the case with this Geisha sofa...

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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

1970s, Danish 2-seater drop arm "Spanish" sofa, furniture velour.
1970s, Danish 2-seater drop arm "Spanish" sofa, furniture velour.

1970s, Danish 2-seater drop arm "Spanish" sofa, furniture velour.

Located in Tarm, 82

1970s, Danish 2-seater drop arm "Spanish" sofa. Original red/burgundy furniture velour, ash wood legs, springs in the seat cushions. Original very good condition: no smells, no stain...

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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Ash

Custom Made Sheepskin Karu Sofa by Dagmar
Custom Made Sheepskin Karu Sofa by Dagmar

Custom Made Sheepskin Karu Sofa by Dagmar

Located in London, England

The Karu Sofa is a contemporary update of a classic design first produced in Finland by the Haimi Oy company in the 1940s. The inviting curved arms and subtle winged back are the epi...

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2010s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Sheepskin, Beech, Oak

Børge Mogensen Two-Seat Sofa kupe sofa, 2292, new upholstery
Børge Mogensen Two-Seat Sofa kupe sofa, 2292, new upholstery

Børge Mogensen Two-Seat Sofa kupe sofa, 2292, new upholstery

By Fredericia, Børge Mogensen

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...

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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Teak

Sofa by unknown designer and maker, Sweden, 1940s
Sofa by unknown designer and maker, Sweden, 1940s

Sofa by unknown designer and maker, Sweden, 1940s

Located in Eskilstuna, SE

Rare sofa designed during the first half of the 20th century by an unknown Swedish designer. Executed in a striking asymmetric form with a softly curved backrest and seat creating a ...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Sheepskin, Beech

Frits Henningsen Settee
Frits Henningsen Settee

Frits Henningsen Settee

By Frits Henningsen

Located in Long Island City, NY

Unlike many of the great Danish designers, Frits Henningsen also ran his own cabinet-making shop. He cared deeply about quality of materials, and was uncompromising in the constructi...

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1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Linen, Upholstery, Mahogany

Tor Wolfenstein, Sofa, Mohair, Wood, Sweden, 1940s
Tor Wolfenstein, Sofa, Mohair, Wood, Sweden, 1940s

Tor Wolfenstein, Sofa, Mohair, Wood, Sweden, 1940s

By Tor Wolfenstein

Located in High Point, NC

An organic wood and grey mohair sofa, designed by Tor Wolfenstein and produced by Ditzingers, Sweden, c. 1940s. 18" seat height

Category

1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Mohair, Wood

Scandinavian Mid Century Minerva Four Seat  Sofa by Torjorn  Afdal for Bruksbo
Scandinavian Mid Century Minerva Four Seat  Sofa by Torjorn  Afdal for Bruksbo

Scandinavian Mid Century Minerva Four Seat Sofa by Torjorn Afdal for Bruksbo

By Bruksbo, Torbjørn Afdal

Located in New York, NY

Exceptional Scandinavian Mid Century Modern leather and rosewood sofa, in very clean, original, ready to use condition. The sofa features rich leather loose fitting seat and back rests, with elegant sculptural rosewood arm rests. This piece is known as the Minerva sofa, it was designed by Torbjorn Afdal, crafted by Brukdsbo , made in Norway, circa 1960's. Rare extra long ( 94" ) four seat version, not often seen on the market, this is an iconic piece from the Golden Age of Scandinavian mid century furniture...

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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Henrik Tengler two seat sofa, Model Chairman
Henrik Tengler two seat sofa, Model Chairman

Henrik Tengler two seat sofa, Model Chairman

By Henrik Tengler

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Henrik Tengler sofa in steel and backrest of walnut. Upholstered with black leather. Made by Hansen & Sørensen. Price per chair

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1990s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Stainless Steel

1960s, Danish 3 seater sofa, original good condition, cotton-wool.
1960s, Danish 3 seater sofa, original good condition, cotton-wool.

1960s, Danish 3 seater sofa, original good condition, cotton-wool.

Located in Tarm, 82

1960s, Danish 3 seater sofa in original good condition: no smells, no stains, stable construction. Slightly worn fabric surface on the front of the armrest. Sofa checked by craftsman...

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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Wool, Cotton, Beech

Carl Malmsten "Samspel" Sofa for Ab Record, Sweden 1950s
Carl Malmsten "Samspel" Sofa for Ab Record, Sweden 1950s

Carl Malmsten "Samspel" Sofa for Ab Record, Sweden 1950s

By Carl Malmsten

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...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Wool, Wood

Swedish Designer, Sofa, Fabric, Wood, Sweden, 1940s
Swedish Designer, Sofa, Fabric, Wood, Sweden, 1940s

Swedish Designer, Sofa, Fabric, Wood, Sweden, 1940s

Located in High Point, NC

A green blue fabric and wood sofa designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s. Vintage fabric in fair to distressed condition, reupholstery recommended. Overall Dimensions (inches): ...

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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

1970s, 2-seater Swedish sofa, pink furniture velour, beech wood.
1970s, 2-seater Swedish sofa, pink furniture velour, beech wood.

1970s, 2-seater Swedish sofa, pink furniture velour, beech wood.

Located in Tarm, 82

1970s, 2-seater Swedish sofa. Original pink furniture velour, beech wood, springs in the seat cushion. Original good condition: no smells, no stains and stable construction. Manufact...

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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Beech

1960s, Danish design by Kurt Østervig, 3 seater sofa, model 57, original.
1960s, Danish design by Kurt Østervig, 3 seater sofa, model 57, original.

1960s, Danish design by Kurt Østervig, 3 seater sofa, model 57, original.

By Kurt Østervig

Located in Tarm, 82

1960s, Danish design by Kurt Østervig for Rolschau Møbler. 3 seater sofa, model 57, in original very good condition: no smells and no stains. Original light green furniture velour, t...

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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Teak

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

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

By Slagelse Mobelvaerk

Located in Tarm, 82

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

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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Beech

Sofa in Leather and Rosewood by Illum Wikkelsø, 1960s
Sofa in Leather and Rosewood by Illum Wikkelsø, 1960s

Sofa in Leather and Rosewood by Illum Wikkelsø, 1960s

By Illum Wikkelsø

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

This very rare sofa, model V11, was designed by Danish designer Illum Wikkelsø and produced by Holger Christiansen in Denmark during the 1960s. The piece is distinguished by its soli...

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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Børge Mogensen Three-Seat Sofa
Børge Mogensen Three-Seat Sofa

Børge Mogensen Three-Seat Sofa

By Fredericia, Børge Mogensen

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Børge Mogensen three-seat sofa with new cognac pure full grain aniline leather. Legs of oak. Model 2443, made by Fredericia Furniture.  

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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Oak

1960s, Danish 3-seater sofa, original condition, furniture wool/cotton fabric.
1960s, Danish 3-seater sofa, original condition, furniture wool/cotton fabric.

1960s, Danish 3-seater sofa, original condition, furniture wool/cotton fabric.

Located in Tarm, 82

1960s, Danish 3-seater sofa. Original good condition: no smells, no stains and stable construction. Original green furniture wool/cotton fabric. Beech wood legs and armrests, brass s...

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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Wool, Cotton, Beech

Bernt Petersen Modular Sofa in Oak and Saga 180 Fabric, Denmark, 1980
Bernt Petersen Modular Sofa in Oak and Saga 180 Fabric, Denmark, 1980

Bernt Petersen Modular Sofa in Oak and Saga 180 Fabric, Denmark, 1980

By Bernt Petersen

Located in Hellouw, NL

Bernt Petersen modular sofa in oak and saga 180 fabric from Denmark 1980. This modular sofa can be placed in multiple positions, in total adding to a sofa of ~316 cm. The brown/grey ...

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1980s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Danish Modern Finn Juhl "46" Sofa, Dark Lavender Blue Velvet, Carl Brørup, 1940s
Danish Modern Finn Juhl "46" Sofa, Dark Lavender Blue Velvet, Carl Brørup, 1940s

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...

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1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet

Swedish Modern Two Seater Wooden Sofa in Pine & Sheepskin by Carl Malmsten 1940s
Swedish Modern Two Seater Wooden Sofa in Pine & Sheepskin by Carl Malmsten 1940s

Swedish Modern Two Seater Wooden Sofa in Pine & Sheepskin by Carl Malmsten 1940s

By Carl Malmsten

Located in Stockholm, SE

A very rare and early Swedish mid century wooden two seater sofa model "Stugan" in stained pine by Carl Malmsten produced by his workshop in the 1940s. In good original condition wit...

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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Sheepskin, Pine

1960s, Danish 2 seater "Banana" sofa, original condition, furniture fabric.
1960s, Danish 2 seater "Banana" sofa, original condition, furniture fabric.

1960s, Danish 2 seater "Banana" sofa, original condition, furniture fabric.

Located in Tarm, 82

1960s, Danish 2 seater "Banana" sofa in original very good condition: no smells and no stains. Brun/beige furniture fabric, beech wood legs, springs in the seat. Manufactured by Dani...

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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Velvet, Beech

Arne Norell Sofa Kontiki by Arne Norell, Sweden, 1970s
Arne Norell Sofa Kontiki by Arne Norell, Sweden, 1970s

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 green leather and black frame. Produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden. Very good condition.  

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1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Danish Designer, Sofa, Fabric, Wood, Denmark, 1940s
Danish Designer, Sofa, Fabric, Wood, Denmark, 1940s

Danish Designer, Sofa, Fabric, Wood, Denmark, 1940s

Located in High Point, NC

A blue fabric and wood sofa designed and produced in Denmark, c. 1940s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 28.0"H x 67.0"W x 35.0"D Seat Height (inches): 16.75" Arm Height (inches): 28....

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1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Kaare Klint Sofa Model 5011 Original Cognac Leather for Rud Rasmussen Denmark
Kaare Klint Sofa Model 5011 Original Cognac Leather for Rud Rasmussen Denmark

Kaare Klint Sofa Model 5011 Original Cognac Leather for Rud Rasmussen Denmark

By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen

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. Shipping services: Ask for our competitive shipping quote. 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...

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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Ash

Illum Wikkelsø Danish Modern Sofa
Illum Wikkelsø Danish Modern Sofa

Illum Wikkelsø Danish Modern Sofa

By Illum Wikkelsø

Located in Turners Falls, MA

Illum Wikkelsø three seater sofa with sculpted Teak legs. Upholstered with green wool. Manufactured by Mikael Laursen

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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Wool, Teak

Wittorin sofa (2 modules), modular sofa in walnut and green upholstery
Wittorin sofa (2 modules), modular sofa in walnut and green upholstery

Wittorin sofa (2 modules), modular sofa in walnut and green 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...

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2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Curved Three Seat Sofa in the style of Otto Schulz
Curved Three Seat Sofa in the style of Otto Schulz

Curved Three Seat Sofa in the style of Otto Schulz

By Boet, Otto Schulz

Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län

Luxurious, voluminous sofa in an inviting, curved shape with mustard yellow upholstery. In the style of Otto Schulz. Seat height 43 cm.

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1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Cotton, Wood

Contemporary Large Sofa 'Aqueduct' by Poiat, Yang 95, Low Plinth
Contemporary Large Sofa 'Aqueduct' by Poiat, Yang 95, Low Plinth

Contemporary Large Sofa 'Aqueduct' by Poiat, Yang 95, Low Plinth

By Poiat

Located in Paris, IDF

Contemporary Large 'Aqueduct' by Poiat Small version : H. 77 cm x W. 299 cm x D. 102 cm (SH 40 cm) Aqueduct collection 2022 by Timo Mikkonen & Antti Rouhunkoski Upholstery: Chivasso - Yang 95 Plinth: Low Plinth...

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21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Linen, Foam, Plywood

Kaare Klint Sofa # 5011 in Original Cognac Leather Rud Rasmussen, Denmark 1940s
Kaare Klint Sofa # 5011 in Original Cognac Leather Rud Rasmussen, Denmark 1940s

Kaare Klint Sofa # 5011 in Original Cognac Leather Rud Rasmussen, Denmark 1940s

By Rud Rasmussen, Kaare Klint

Located in WIJCKEL, NL

Two-seater sofa model 5011 in original cognac leather and six-legged mahogany base. Produced by Rud. Rasmussen Cabinetmakers, Denmark. Minor marks on the frame, patina to the leather. Back covered in original canvas. Shown at the Copenhagen Cabinetmakers’ Guild exhibition in 1935. Signed with manufacturer’s label to underside: (Rud. Rasmussens Snedkerier). 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. Shipping services: Ask for our competitive shipping quote. 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 chair was also clearly visible in the famous Red Chair, designed in 1927 for the lecture hall at The Museum of Arts and Crafts (now Design Museum Denmark), but with its straight back deprived of all unnecessary decoration and its beautiful Niger leather, the Red Chair was far from an imitation. Other important works include The Propeller Stool (1927), The ‘Mix Chair’ designed in collaboration with his pupil Edvard Kindt-Larsen in 1930, the Safari Chair (1930), The Deck Chair (1939 and The Church Chair designed in 1936 for the Bethlehem Church in Copenhagen. Also noteworthy are Klint’s well-proportioned cabinets and wardrobes...

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1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Danish Cabinetmaker Three-Seater Banana Sofa, Denmark 1940s
Danish Cabinetmaker Three-Seater Banana Sofa, Denmark 1940s

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...

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1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

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