Scandinavian Modern Seating
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
Swedish designer elegant lounge chairs, 1950s
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Pair of lounge chairs by unknown Swedish designer and cabinetmaker.
Generous proportions and beautiful details on legs.
Original fabric with signs of use.
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Beech
Finn Juhl Lounge Chair Model FD 136 in Teak
By Finn Juhl
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Lounge chair model number FD 136 designed by Finn Juhl for France & Son, Denmark, with a curved backrest and an undulating seat that float within a spare, elega...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Cotton, Teak
Ib Kofod-Larsen Elizabeth Sofa for Christensen & Larsen, Model U56, Denmark
Located in Oakland, CA
IB Kofod Larsen Elizabeth settee, Model U56, handcrafted by master cabinetmakers Christensen & Larsen in 1956, Denmark. The rare, settee features a finely sculpted teak frame that su...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Teak
Verner Panton 'Easy' Sofa for Verpan
Located in Tilburg, NL
Verner Panton 'Easy' sofa for Verpan. Designed in 1963. New, current production.
With its round shapes and layered design, the Easy collection stands out as one of the most visually...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric
Åby Möbelfabrik 'Lövåsen' Armchair in Pine and Light Fabric, 1940s
By Åby Möbler
Located in Prague, New Town
Rare ‘Lövåsen’ armchair, made by Åby Möbelfabrik, Sweden, 1940s. Solid pine, details in wrought iron, loose cushions in light fabric.
Dimensions:
Height: 77 cm / 30.32 in
Width: 72 ...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Iron
Carl Malmsten Pair of 'Farmor' Armchairs in Honey Sheepskin, 1950s
Located in Prague, New Town
Pair of ‘Farmor’ armchairs, designed by Carl Malmsten, 1956. Produced by O.H. Sjögren in Sweden, 1950s. Legs in wood, newly upholstered in honey sheepskin.
Dimensions:
Height: 103 c...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Sheepskin, Wood
Swedish Designer, Sofa, Wood, Velvet, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A dark-stained wood and green velvet sofa designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1930s.
Vintage fabric in distressed condition, ideally reupholstered.
Dimensions: 32” H x 74” W x 36” ...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Swedish Modern Stool in Sahara Sheepskin, 1940s
Located in Prague, New Town
Swedish Modern stool, made by a Swedish cabinetmaker in the 1940s. Newly upholstered in Sahara sheepskin.
A set of three is available. Please refer to 1stDibs listing number LU6233...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Sheepskin, Wood
Large Swedish Stump Chair 'Kubbstol' ca 1950
Located in Farsta, SE
Large Swedish Stump Chair 'Kubbstol' ca 1950
Made of solid pine.
Heigth: 93 cm/36.6 inch
Depth: 52 cm/20.4 inch
Width: 57 cm/22.4 inch
Seat Heigth: 47 cm/18.5 inch
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Pine
Ilmari Lappalainen Pair of ‘Laila’ Armchairs in Espresso sheepskin, 1950s
Located in Prague, New Town
Pair of Finnish ‘Laila’ armchairs (model ‘238’), designed by Ilmari Lappalainen (1918-2006). Manufactured by Asko in the late 1940s. Seats are newly upholstered in Espresso sheepskin...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Sheepskin, Wood
Arnold Madsen ‘Clam’ Chair in Sheepskin, 1940s
Located in Prague, New Town
Rare Danish armless 'Clam' chair, designed by Arnold Madsen (1907-1989). Produced by Madsen & Schubell in the 1940s. Made from wood, seat is newly uphol...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Sheepskin, Wood
Swedish Modern Armchairs Attributed to Gösta Jonsson in Floweral Fabric, 1940s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare pair of Swedish mid century modern armchairs attributed to Gösta Jonsson / Otto Schulz in beech wood feet and original green floweral fabric produced in Sweden, 1940s. In good o...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Beech
Swedish Designer, Lounge Chairs, Velvet, Oak, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of pink velvet and oak lounge chairs designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1930s.
Vintage fabric with staining and sun-fading, ideally reupholstered.
Dimensions: 32” H x 29.75...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Velvet, Oak
Verner Panton 'Easy' Sofa for Verpan
Located in Tilburg, NL
Verner Panton 'Easy' sofa for Verpan. Designed in 1963. New, current production.
With its round shapes and layered design, the Easy collection stands out as one of the most visually...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric
1950s Sofa 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
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Birch
Bruno Mathsson Eva Lounge Chair with webbing
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Bruno Mathsson Eva lounge chairs with webbing.
Frame in beech.
Made by Dux.
Price per chair
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Beech
Ib Kofod-Larsen Candidate Lounge Chairs, circa 1960
Located in London, England
A pair of Afromosia African teak 'Kandidaten', (Candidate), lounge chairs produced by Olof Perssons Fatoljindustri (O.P.E.) in Jonkoping, Sweden, circa 19...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Teak
Arne Vodder for Bovirke Chaise Longue in Patinated Cognac Leather
By Bovirke, Arne Vodder
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Arne Vodder for Bovirke, chaise longue, leather, beech, Denmark, 1950s.
Chaise longue designed by Arne Vodder for Bovirke in the 1950s. This chaise longue has an open frame in blond...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Beech
Finn Juhl 45 chair made of rosewood by Niels Vodder c1950
Located in London, GB
This 1950s make of Finn Juhl's iconic 45 chair was made circa 1950 by Niels Vodder and has recently been restored as an investment piece.
The rosewood frame has been disassembled an...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Rosewood
Carl-Johan Boman Pair of Finnish Curved Easy Chairs in Sahara Sheepskin, 1940s
Located in Prague, New Town
Pair of Finnish curved easy chairs, designed by Carl-Johan Boman. Produced by Oy Boman Ab in Finland, 1940s. Tapered wooden legs, seats are newly upholstered in Sahara sheepskin.
Pl...
Category
1940s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Sheepskin, Wood
Otto Schulz Wingback Chair in Sheepskin and Birch, BOET, Sweden, 1946
By Boet, Otto Schulz
Located in The Hague, NL
This exceptionally rare armchair was designed by Otto Schulz and produced by Boet in Gothenburg, Sweden, in 1946. Its rounded, organic lines create a striking yet inviting silhouette...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Sheepskin, Birch
Danish Midcentury Sofa with Teak Legs Designed Bent Møller Jepsen DN
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Bent Møller Jepsen's iconic loveseat chair originally named the "TV" sofa, the series also included chairs and other living room furniture, was designed in the 1950s and produced b...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Wool, Teak, Leather
Midcentury "Ari" Lounge Chair by Arne Norell, Sweden, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Cool and comfortable “Ari” lounge chair by Arne Norell, made from steel and leather. Striking and decorative belt closing on the back. Leather in a milk chocolate brown color.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Metal
Pair of Arne Norell Easy Chairs Model Ilona, 1970s
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Ilona easy chairs with original leather. Designed by Arne Norell, produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden, 1970s.
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Ash
arly Pair Hans Wegner Queen Chairs by Johannes Hansen c.1960 / New Upholstery
Located in Handewitt, DE
A pair of early"Queen chairs" by Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen / AP Stolen 1960. Both of them completely reupholstered with fine Kvadrat Denmark fabric and cognac leather accents. ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Stainless Steel
Alfred Christensen Danish 1940's Easy Low Back Chair with Grey Sheepskin
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Classic elegant very luxurious Danish low back lounge chair from 1940s by Alfred Christensen for Slagelse Mobelvaerk with open armrests in beautifully curved beech and grey sheepskin...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Sheepskin, Beech
1940s Kaare Klint Three Seater Sofa, Hardwood Legs & Striped Wool Upholstery
Located in London, GB
1940s Kaare Klint Three Seater Sofa, with Mahogany Legs & Striped Wool Upholstery with Leather Trim. Usable condition as webbing been repla...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Wool, Hardwood
Pair of Hellevi Ojanen armchairs, model 503, Artek, Finland, 1950s
By Artek
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pair of 1950s Lounge Chairs by Hellevi Ojanen for Artek, 1950s.
This rare and elegant pair of lounge chairs was designed by Hellevi Ojanen and produced by Artek during the 1950s – a...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric
Erik Bertil Karlén, Swedish sheep skin lounge chair for Firma Rumsinteriör, 1940
Located in Uppsala, SE
Semi rare lounge chair by Eric Bertil Karlén for Firma Rumsinteriör, 1940s. Superb organic rounded shape that makes it very comfortable. New off-white sheepskin upholstery with natur...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Sheepskin, Birch
Set of 10 Niels Møller Model 78 Rosewood Dining Chairs, 1962
Located in London, England
Niels O. Møller
Model 78 dining chairs, 1962
Set of ten rosewood dining chairs designed by Niels O. Møller for J.L. Moller Mobelfabrik, Denmark, 1962. Seats reupholstered with ...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Swedish Midcentury Wingback Lounge Chair in Sheepskin
Located in Karlstad, SE
Beautiful wingback lounge chair, produced in Sweden, circa 1950.
With a simple, organic design and harmonic proportions, this chair would be an eye-catcher in any modern home.
C...
Category
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Sheepskin, Elm
Scandinavian Mid Century Lounge Chairs in Sheepskin
Located in Karlstad, SE
Low-back lounge chairs manufactured in Sweden ca 1940.
Cozy lounge chairs with exceptional proportions and design.
They have been reupholstered i...
Category
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Sheepskin, Wood
1970s Luna Lounge Chair by Odd Knutsen for Hjellegjerde Møbler
By Odd Knutsen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A classic of Scandinavian Design, the Luna chair was designed by Odd Knutsen (1916-1986) for Hjellegjerde Møbler in Norway, circa 1970s. Comfortable, sleek, and stylish, this chair’...
Category
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Teak
Pair of 1970’s Swedish Leather Lounge Chairs
Located in Turners Falls, MA
Pair of 1970’s lounge chairs. Made in Sweden. Sculptural high back chair with button tufted red leather.
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather
Bruno Mathsson extremely rare original 1936 stool collector in mint condition
Located in Forest, BE
Tabouret dans son état d'origine. Daté de 1936 et produit en 1941 dans les ateliers de son père Karl Mathsson. Ce tabouret est unique et invite au repos. Les sangles sont en bon état...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Birch
Contemporary 'Jagger' Sofa by Norr11, Lounge, Setup 3, Customizable
Located in Paris, IDF
JAGGER Sofa, Lounge version
Modular sofa: create your own configuration using all available modules.
Configuration shown on main image:
Modules: 2 x Half Circle + 12 x Double Corn...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Foam
Danish Mid-Century Carved Oak Easy Chairs in Oak by Henry Kjaernulf, 1960's
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Very cool sought after pair of easy chairs by Danish Designer, Henning (Henry) Kjaernulf made from quarter-sawn white oak and hand carved in a brutalist style inspired to art & craf...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Wool, Oak
Swedish Modern Chaise Lounge
Located in New York, NY
Swedish Modern Chaise Lounge with a beautiful curvy arm seat. Currently in a green velvet type of fabric and tufted buttons through out the back ...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Mid Century Westnofa Chair and Ottoman
Located in New York, NY
Classic Scandinavian Mid Century Modern swivel, tilt lounge chair and ottoman, made in Norway by Westnofa, circa 1960's. The chair and ottoman are in very good, clean, ready to use c...
Category
Mid-20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood
Oak and Leather Lounge Chair with Ottoman
Located in München, DE
Wonderful and very comfortable Danish leather armchair from the 1960s.
Very nice design and high-quality workmanship.
The robust and very soft leather ensures a very comfortable seat...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Oak
Danish Modern, Set of 4 Chairs in Pine & Lambswool, Vamdrup Stolefabrik, 1970s
Located in Odense, DK
Set of 4 sculptural dining chairs in solid pine, reupholstered in a great shearling lambswool. Designed by Poul Hundevad for Vamdrup stolefabrik in the 1970s, stamped underneath. The...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Lambskin, Sheepskin, Pine
Bruno Mathsson Eva Lounge Chair with webbing
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Bruno Mathsson Eva lounge chairs with webbing.
Frame in beech.
Made by Dux.
Price per chair
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Beech
Oak & Sheepskin Set of 6 Dining Chairs by Henry Kjærnulf, 1940s, Denmark
Located in Odense, DK
Beautiful set of 6 dining chairs by Danish designer Henry Kjærnulf made in the 1950s Denmark. The chairs are made from solid oakwood with a nice grain and patina. They have been reup...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Sheepskin, Oak
New Edition Frits Henningsen Heritage Chair by Carl Hansen
Located in London, GB
Carl Hansen now produces the FH419 Heritage Chair by Frits Henningsen. This chair is a new production and was a display model. Oak legs and green wool upholstery.
The chair is cha...
Category
1930s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wool, Oak
Expertly Restored - Fredrik Kayser Model-934 Rosewood & Leather Sofa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
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Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precis...
Category
1970s Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Rosewood, Feathers
Scandinavian Rocking Chair by Frank Reenskaug for Bramin, Denmark, 1960s
Located in Ranst, VAN
Danish vintage rocking chair designed as model '182' by Frank Reenskaug for Bramin in the 1960s. This chair has a teak and has been reupholstered in a beige fabric. the rocking chair...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Rustic Danish Chairs in Straw and Oak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Dining chairs, oak, straw wicker, Denmark, 1960s
A pair of rustic Danish church chairs, constructed from durable oak wood and characterized by their distinctive straw seats. Notabl...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Straw, Oak
Ole Wanscher Danish Rosewood & Leather Lounge Chairs, 1960s
Located in London, England
Ole Wanscher - Model FD-119 Lounge Chairs, c1960
An extremely rare and collectible pair of Wanscher's much-loved, elegant lounge chair for France & Daverkosen. The FD-119 was produc...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Alfred Christensen, Lounge chair in boucle, 1940s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Alfred Christensen lounge chair new upholstered with boucle.'
Armrests of stained oak, legs of stained beech.
Made in the 1940s by Slagelse Møbelværk.
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Sheepskin, Beech
Danish modern arm Chair by Fritz Hansen Model 1669, circa 1940
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Hägersten-Liljeholmen, Stockholms län
Danish Arm chair upholstered in white cotton fabric. Designed and made by Fritz Hansen cabinetmakers in 1940s model 1669 a true iconic danish mid century design. The chair is in grea...
Category
1940s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Cotton, Oak
Danish Deco Armchair with Fringe
Located in Portland, OR
Danish Deco Design. A curvy and cozy armchair in original mohair with silk fringe. Outstanding original condition. Imported from Denmark. Made by a cabinetmaker circa 1930s. Very sol...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Mohair, Oak
Danish Modern Teak Sofa
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Danish Modern teak three seat sofa circa 1970s. Robust, solid frame with lovely joinery. Seat deck webbing needs updating, as is upholstery in decent condition.
An unrestored item ...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Teak
1947 Steffen Syrach-Larsen, 16 Solid Wood Chairs, Patinated Leather Upholstery
Located in London, GB
1947 Steffen Syrach-Larsen 16 solid wood chairs sold individually. Require reupholstery in aniline leather to be selected by purchaser. Made by cabinetmaker Gustav Bertelsen. H: 77 W...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Hardwood
Alvar Aalto ‘Tank’ Lounge Chair in Red Velvet, Finland 1940s
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Prague, New Town
A rare cantilever lounge chair, model ’37/400′ (also known as the ‘Tank’ chair), designed in 1936 by Finnish architect and designer Alvar Aalto (1898-1976). Manufactured by Artek in ...
Category
1940s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Velvet, Birch
Kaare Klint Sofa, three seater, model 6092
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Kaare Klint sofa in green wool with white stripes.
Legs of mahogany.
Made by Rud Rasmussen, model 6092.
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Wool, Mahogany
1960s Steffen Syrach-Larsen, 7 Solid Wood Carver Chairs, Red Wool Upholstery
Located in London, GB
1960s Steffen Syrach-Larsen 7 solid wood carver chairs sold individually. Seat and back upholstered with red wool. Made by cabinetmaker Gustav Bertelsen. Model presented at The Copen...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Hardwood, Wool
Børge Mogensen Loungechair "Model 246" in Oak & Teakwood by Fredericia, 1957
Located in Odense, DK
Early and important chair by Børge Mogensen. The model 246 features rattan cane on seat and back and solid teakwood sledge base attached to the oak construction with finger joints. T...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Rattan, Oak, Teak
Contemporary 'Jagger' Sofa by Norr11, Dining, Setup 1, Customizable
Located in Paris, IDF
JAGGER Sofa, Dining version
Modular sofa: create your own configuration using all available modules.
Configuration shown on main image:
Modules: 16 x Single + 16 x Curve
Fabric: B...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Foam
Six Danish Mid-Mod Dining Chairs in Chocolate Colored Leather by Kurt Ostervig
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Set of 7 dining chairs designed by Kurt Østervig for KP Mobler in the 1960's. Solid Oak and a dark brown leather on the seat and backrests. The oak has taken on a nice warm tone - al...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Oak
1970 Bentwood Swivel Chair Model 'Convair' In Green Velvet by Oddmund Vad
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Beautiful Scandinavian Modern bentwood ' model Convair' swivel lounge chair by Oddmund Vad for VAD Trevarefabrik in Norway. Featuring a floating circular bentwood frame and floor sta...
Category
1970s Norwegian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Velvet, Bentwood
Swedish Designer, Sofa, Wood, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
An organic red fabric and wood sofa designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Dimensions: 36.25” H x 73.5” W x 31.25” D
Seat Height: 16.25”
All upholstered furniture can be reup...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Ole Wanscher FD-160 Rosewood & Leather Rocking Chair, 1960s
Located in London, England
Ole Wanscher - Model FD-160 Rocking Chair
This rarely seen high-back rocking chair by master-designer Ole Wanscher was produced by France & Daverkosen in Denmark in the early 1960s....
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Rosewood, Leather
Kai Kristiansen Pair of Rosewood & Leather Ottomans
Located in London, England
Kai Kristiansen - Rosewood & Leather Ottomans, c1950s.
A pair of ottomans designed by Kai Kristiansen as part of the 'Entre' series in the late 1950s and produced by cabinetmaker Ak...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Scandinavian Modern cognac brown Leather Lounge Chair and Ottoman
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Scandinavian Modern cognac brown Leather Lounge Chair and Ottoman. Chair equipped with a swivel base. Beautiful soft cognac brown Leather very clean with dark brown wood circular bas...
Category
1970s Norwegian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood
Modernist Rocking Chair, Soren Georg Jensen, 1950's
Located in London, GB
An absolutely classic Modernist rocking chair design by Soren Georg Jensen for Kubus, Denmark, circa 1950's. The teak frame has some outstanding shape profiles from all directions. F...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Teak
Alvar Aalto, 1940's model 611 chair
Located in Turku, Varsinais-Suomi
Elevate your space with this 1940's model 611 chairs, masterfully designed by Alvar Aalto and Otto Korhonen in 1929. The chair showcase a timeless Scandinavian aesthetic, enhanced by...
Category
Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Birch
1959 Sigurd Ressell Armchair of Solid Teak, Seat covered with Natural Leather
Located in London, GB
1959 Sigurd Ressell Armchair of solid teak, seat covered with natural leather. Made by Cabinetmaker Niels Vodder. Model SR59, designed in 1959 and presented at the Copenhagen Cabinet...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Teak
1960s Grete Jalke Sofas With Oak Legs and Blue Wool Upholstery
Located in London, GB
Four Available: 1960s Grete Jalke Freestanding Sofas With Stained Oak Legs and Blue Wool Upholstery and made by Johannes Hansen. Require reupholstery. Wool with stains, wear and defe...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Johannes Andersen for Vamo Sønderborg Teak Dining Chairs, Perfectly Restored
Located in Oakland, CA
An exceptional set of six mid-century dining chairs by Johannes Andersen for Vamo Sønderborg Møbelfabrik, Denmark, 1957. Meticulously handcrafted with masterful joinery, featuring sc...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
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Teak
Alvar Aalto Pair of 400 ‘Tank’ 1936 Lounge Chairs in Fabric and Birch for Artek
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Tilburg, NL
Alvar Aalto Pair of 400 ‘Tank’ Armchairs in fabric upholstery and lacquered birch for Artek. Designed in 1936. New, current production.
Price noted is for a pair of Tank chairs in f...
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21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Wood
Pair of Swedish Curved Arm Easy Chairs in Charcoal Sheepskin Produced, 1940s
By Otto Schulz
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare pair of Swedish curved mid century arm easy chairs attributed to Otto Schulz produced in Sweden, 1940s. In good condition and newly reupholstered in a dark charcoal matching she...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Sheepskin, Beech
1960s, reupholstered Danish armchair, New Zealand genuine sheepskin.
Located in Tarm, 82
1960s, completely reupholstered Danish armchair. Quality New Zealand genuine sheepskin "Wellington". Brass springs in the seat. Brown leather buttons. Renewed beech armrest and legs....
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Sheepskin, Beech
Danish Designer, Curved Sofa, Wood, Fabric, Denmark, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A curved yellow fabric and wood sofa designed and produced in Denmark, c. 1940s.'
Seat height: 15.75”
All upholstered furniture can be reupholstered upon request for an additional ...
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1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Scandinavian Modern seating for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Scandinavian Modern seating 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 seating created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, tables and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, animal skin and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Scandinavian Modern seating 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 seating, popular names associated with this style include Hans J. Wegner, Fritz Hansen, Børge Mogensen, and Arne Jacobsen. 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 seating differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $395 and tops out at $106,195 while the average work can sell for $3,735.
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