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
20th Century Kubbestol Pine Chair. Sweden.
Located in Turners Falls, MA
20th Century Kubbestol Pine Chair. Sweden.
A Kubbestol is a traditional Scandinavian chair carved from a single section of a log, or kubbe, and has been in use since the Middle Ages...
Category
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Pine
Dining Y-Chairs by Hans Wegner CH 24
Located in Vienna, AT
Hans J Wegner (1914-2007). Bog oak Y-chair, model CH 24, seat woven with paper yarn, manufactured by Carl Hansen & Søn. H. 76 cm. Seat height 45 cm. Some markings.
Category
1980s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Papercord, Oak
Swivel Lounge Chair and Ottoman Made in Sweden by IKEA c 1970/1980's
By IKEA
Located in New York, NY
Clean, comfortable and ready to use condition, this chair and ottoman were produced in the 1970's - 1980's in Sweden for Ikea. Constricted of a wood frame with metal base, with blac...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood
Vintage Danish Modern Rosewood Chair Model 42 by Kai Kristiansen, 1960s
Located in Asaa, DK
Vintage Danish Modern rosewood chair Model 42 by Kai Kristiansen, 1960s.
Mid-Century Modern armchair designed by Danish architec...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Bouclé, Rosewood
Large Danish Leather Sofa with Chrome Legs and Teak Ends
Located in Handewitt, DE
Wonderful large danish sofa in black fine leather. With chromed frame and teak ends. In good vintage condition, with patinated leather. 4-seater. Den...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Chrome
'Big Big Chair' Armchair by Norr11, Barnum Bouclé, Beige
Located in Paris, IDF
BIG big chair armchair.
Signed by Kristian Sofus Hansen and Tommy Hyldahl for Norr11.
Model shown on the picture:
Fabric: Barnum Bouclé 02
Made in Italy
Appropriately named, the Big Big Chair is the bigger version of the compact Little Big Chair...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Wool
Yellow Eero Aarnio Iconic Pastilli 'Pastille' Chair, Fibreglass Asko, 1960s
By Asko, Eero Aarnio
Located in Helsinki, FI
Eero Aarnio's Pastilli chair is a colorful, playful and a genious design by one of the Finnish design giants of our times. With it's shiny colour it looks almost like a giant candy....
Category
1960s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Fiberglass
$3,532 Sale Price
30% Off
Pair of Armchairs, Upholstered in Pure Mohair
Located in LEWES, GB
A super pair of modern Danish style lounge chairs / armchairs. Beech frames and sprung seats. Newly upholstered in a golden brown, premium, soft, pure mohair fabric. Handmade in E...
Category
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Beech, Mohair
$10,864 / set
Sofa Model Trienna Designed by Carl Gustaf Hiort af Ornäs
Located in Stockholm, SE
Excellent original condition.
Original green leather cushions, braided natural leather in the back.
Category
1960s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Lounge Chair - Carl Gustaf Hiort Af Ornäs - "Siesta" - Puunveisto Oy - Sheepskin
Located in Stockholm, SE
One of my favourite chairs, the "Siesta-chair" designed in 1952 by Carl Gustaf Hiort af Ornäs at Puunveisto Oy in Finland. This chair is reupholstered in sheepskin and is in excellen...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Sheepskin, Teak
Custom Made Ryo Sheepskin Lounge Chair
Located in London, England
Dagmar Design - Ryo Lounge Chair
The Ryo lounge chair is from our custom-made upholstered range. The Ryo is a new edition of a design first produced by cabinetmakers Hans Hansen & S...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Sheepskin, Beech, Oak
$7,607 / item
Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen, Safari Chair
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen. Safari chair new upholstered with Vintage aniline leather. Straps maintained in the original patinated lea...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Ash
$2,522 / item
Expertly Restored - Folke Ohlsson Sculpted Walnut Lounge Chairs for Dux
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precision. With over 17 years of artisanal exper...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Foam, Walnut
Midcentury dining chairs, Torbjørn Afdal, Bruksbo, Norway, 1960s, set of eight
Located in Stockholm, SE
Set of eight beautiful dining chairs by Torbjørn Afdal, made from rosewood in a lovely rich brown nuance. Olive green leather seats and backs, elegantly framed by the wood.
Original...
Category
1960s Norwegian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Finnish Designer, Organic Lounge Chairs, Shearling, Wood, Finland, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of organic beige shearling and wood lounge chairs designed and produced in Finland, 1940s.
13.5" seat height
Category
1940s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Sheepskin, Wood
Leather "Papa Bear" Lounge Chair by Hans J. Wegner for AP Stolen, Denmark 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
An original “Papa Bear” chair designed by Danish design master Hans J. Wegner for the furniture maker A.P. Stolen in the 1950s. While Wegner is primarily known for his inventiveness;...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood
Pair of Lounge Chairs and Ottomans, Upholstered in Sand Pure Alpaca
Located in LEWES, GB
A superb pair of modern round arm armchairs and ottomans. Handmade beech frames, sprung seat and newly upholstered in a premium, beige / sand, soft, pure alpaca wool fabric with soli...
Category
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Alpaca, Beech, Oak
Vintage PJ-149 Colonial Chair by Ole Wanscher for P. Jeppesen 1949
By Ole Wanscher
Located in Handewitt, DE
Vintage „Colonial Chair“ by Ole Wanscher for Poul Jeppesen 1949. Model PJ-149. Produced in 1950s. Made in rosewood and orignial cushions in lig...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric
Gemla Diö, Lounge Chair, Elm, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
By Gemla
Located in High Point, NC
An elm and brown fabric lounge chair produced by Gemla Diö, Sweden, c. 1940s.
Seat height: 18”
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Elm
Set of 6 Hans Wegner Wishbone Chairs in Oak circa 1950's
Located in San Diego, CA
We have professionally restored this original set of CH24 chairs, also known as the Y or Wishbone chair to excellent condition.
This is a set of 6 vintage Hans Wegner chairs have ...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Cord, Papercord, Oak
Iconic Hans Wegner ‘Flag Halyard’ Lounge Chair Early Edition Model GE225
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans J. Wegner, ‘Flag Halyard’ lounge chair model ‘GE225’, rope, steel, dark green lacquered steel, leather, wood, sheepskin, Denmark, 1958
This ...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Steel
Rare Scandinavian Modern Sofa by Wilhelm Schauman Oy, 1940s/1950s
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Rare Scandinavian Modern sofa by Wilhelm Schauman Oy from the 1940s/1950s. Elm frame, re-upholstered with high quality Lauritzon's Lamm Ecru -fabric. ...
Category
1940s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Elm
$5,271 Sale Price
24% Off
'Hippo' Bar Chair 75 by Norr11, Natural Oak, Barnum Bouclé col.3
Located in Paris, IDF
HIPPO Bar Chair
Signed by Kristian Sofus Hansen and Tommy Hyldahl for Norr11.
Model shown on the picture:
Wood: Natural Oak
Fabric: Barnum Bouclé 24
Bar C...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Wool, Oak
Set of 2 Early Alvar Aalto Stools, Finland, 1950's
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Berlin, DE
Set of 2 early Alvar Aalto stools in bentwood for Artek, Finland 1950s. The stools have a nice matched patina.
Alvar Aalto (1898-1976) was a Finnish architect, designer, and urban ...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Bentwood
Set of Six Danish Modern Teak Dining Chairs by Niels Moller, Model 79
Located in San Diego, CA
A very nice set of six teak dining chairs designed by Nils Moller, circa 1960s. The chairs are solid teak construction with black Naugahyde upholstered seats. The set is in very good...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Naugahyde, Teak
$3,588 Sale Price / set
55% Off
Vintage "Luna" Chair by Odd Knutsen for Hjellegjerde Mobler, Norway
By Odd Knutsen
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage "Luna" Chair by Odd Knutsen for Hjellegjerde Mobler, Norway
Offered for sale is a vintage 1970s chocolate brown leather "Luna" lounge chair by Odd Knutsen for Hjellegjerde ...
Category
1970s Norwegian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood
Set of Six Poul Kjaerholm PK9 Dining Chairs in Brown Leather by E. Kold, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Very rare set of Danish mid century dining chairs model "PK-9" in steel and brown original leather by Poul Kjærholm produced by E. Kold Christensen Denmark, 1960s. In good original a...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Stainless Steel
Børge Mogensen Spanish Chair in Cognac Leather and Oak for Fredericia, 1967
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Iconic early vintage Spanish chair by Børge Mogensen for Fredericia Stolefabrik, Denmark designed in 1958. Solid oak frame with cognac saddle leather all in very good original vintag...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Oak
$5,000 Sale Price
24% Off
Set of Petra Lounge Chair & Pouf-Sheepskin Moonlight/Oak- by Viggo Boesen for &T
By Viggo Boesen
Located in Dubai, AE
Petra VB3
Based on an original design by Danish designer Viggo Boesen in 1938, Petra is a lounge chair with a high-set, winged-backrest and unparalleled co...
Category
2010s Lithuanian Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Sheepskin, Oak
Bruno Mathsson "Pernilla" Chaise Longue Chair in Patinated Saddle Leather, 1964
Located in Odense, DK
Bruno Mathssons iconic "Pernilla" Chaise Longue made in 1964 at Firma Karl Mathsson, Sweden. Edition with patinated saddle leather. Solid birchwood with a beautiful warm patina. Equi...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Sheepskin
Mid Century Scandinavian Modern Black Leather & Chrome Base Chaise Lounge Chair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A sleek, simple modern lounge probably Scandinavian circa 1990's. It features fine black leather with large chrome X base. Very good condition and ready for use.
Category
1990s Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Chrome
Poul Kjærholm Chair "PK-22" in Patinated Leather by E. Kold Christensen, 1960s
Located in Odense, DK
Rare early E. Kold Christensen production "PK-22" by Poul Kjærholm in original dark brown aniline leather with an amazing deep patina. The leather and canvas upholstery work on these...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Steel
Hans J. Wegner Cushion for Wishbone Chair Ch24
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner cushions for wishbone chair model CH24.
Made in cognac vintage aniline leather and good quality foam.
Only the cushion, not the chair.
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather
Danish Modern Lounge Chair by Frode Holm for Illums Bolighus, 1940
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wonderful Danish modern lounge chair designed by Frode Holm for Illums Bolighus, 1940s, dark stained beech legs with a newly upholstered linen fabric. Marked with paper tag.
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Beech
Pair of Easy Chairs model CH-27 in Oak, Woven Cane by Hans Wegner, 1949
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Pair of Easy Chairs in Oak, Woven Cane by Hans Wegner, 1949
Additional Information:
Material: Oak, woven cane
Style: Mid century, Scandinavian
Rare pair of easy chairs model CH-27
P...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Oak, Cane
Rare Mid-Century Modern Magnus Stephensen Armchairs for Fritz Hansen 1930s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
MAGNUS STEPHENSEN & FRITZ HANSEN
SCANDINAVIAN MODERN
A beautiful pair of armchairs by Danish architect and designer Magnus Stephensen for Fritz Hansen, Denmark 1930s.
The armchairs are made of a bent beech frame with a woven seagrass seating and backrest. They are a beautiful example of Scandinavian Modern design with combination of functionalism and carefully designed details.
Magnus Stephensen trained as an architect from 1924 at the Academy of Arts, Copenhagen and graduated in 1930. From 1930-1931 he was employed at the architects Edvard Thomsen...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Seagrass, Beech
Skovby Møbelfabrik Set of Dining Chairs
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Skovby Møbelfabrik set of four dining chairs in partly solid rosewood.
New upholstered with cognac aniline leather.
Made in the 1960s.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
$300 / item
Large Wing Back Lounge Chair Designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen, Denmark
Located in Antwerp, BE
Comfortable walnut wing back chair designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen, 1954, produced by Carlo Ghan Denmark. Original black leather upholstery with a loose cushion and a comfortable cushion...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Walnut
$11,533 Sale Price
20% Off
Traditionalist Rush, Wood Armchair
By Bas Van Pelt
Located in Nashville, TN
traditional armchair comprised of wood, rush, two available. In excellent vintage condition with age-consistent wear and patina. One chair does have slightly more patina. Lightweight...
Category
Early 20th Century Dutch Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Berlin Iron
$2,800 / item
Vintage J.L. Moller 78s Chairs, Set of 8
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Beautiful set of 8 moller chairs, model 78 with new black danish cord. These chairs have been refinished and reoiled. There are some scratches and goug...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Papercord, Teak
1970s, Scandinavian design, chair in safari style, original condition, leather.
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Scandinavian design. Chair in safari style, original very good condition: no smells and no stains. Original brown leather, brown canvas, and oak wood construction. Leather str...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Canvas, Oak
Set of 6 Arne Jacobsen Black Lacquer Ant Chairs by Fritz Hansen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Set of 6 Arne Jacobsen Ant Chairs by Fritz Hansen three legged Ant chairs in Black Lacquer.
Labeled Made in Denmark - Dated 1993
Pre owned condition - Very clean - Located in Brookly...
Category
1990s Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Chrome
Arne Vodder for Bovirke Chaise Longue in Patinated Cognac Leather
By Arne Vodder, Bovirke
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
Hans J. Wegner Cushion for Wishbone Chair CH24
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner cushions for wishbone chair model CH24.
Magrethe wool from Nevotex and good quality foam.
Only the cushion, not the chair.
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather
Carl Heinz Brockmann Petersen for Louis G. Thiersen Rare Geometric Armchairs
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Carl Heinz Brockmann Petersen for Louis G. Thiersen & Son, lounge chairs, Oregon pine, leather, brass, Denmark, 1963
These exceptionally rare chairs, designed by Danish furniture ar...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Brass
Sofa, Birger Hahl, A. Salmi Huonekalutehdas, 1930s
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Sofa, designed by Birger Hahl, manufactured by A. Salmi Huonekalutehdas, Finland, 1930s. Stained ash frame, wool fabric upholstery. Good vintage condition,...
Category
1930s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wool, Ash
Poul Kjærholm 'PK22' Lounge Chair for Fritz Hansen in Canvas
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Kjærholm 'PK22' Lounge Chair for Fritz Hansen in Canvas.
Established in 1872, Fritz Hansen has become synonymous with legendary Danish design. Combining timeless craftsmanship ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Steel
Danish Teak Dining Chairs with Wooden Seats
Located in Oakland, CA
Six midcentury teak dining chairs attributed to Danish designer Kurt Ostervig. Solid teak frames, sculpted backrest with wood seats. The chairs have been professionally restored by o...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Teak
$7,200 / set
Swedish Grace Armchair by Carl Malmsten, Sweden, 1920s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Beautiful Swedish Grace armchair by Carl Malmsten, made from oak with a leather seat. Clean lines, statuesque expression. Old leather with patina.
Category
1920s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Oak
Pair of Easy Chairs in Teak and Original Black Leather by Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Pair of Easy Chairs in Teak and Original Black Leather by Ib Kofod-Larsen
Additional Information:
Material: Teak and original black leather
Style: Mid century, Scandinavian
Rare pai...
Category
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Teak, Leather
"Siesta" Chair in Original Condition, Igmar Relling for Westnofa, Norway, 1970's
Located in Deland, FL
Introducing an absolutely stunning "Siesta Chair" in rare 100% original, vintage condition.
The Siesta Chair has become one of the most recognizable and exalted Scandinavian furnit...
Category
1970s Norwegian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Beech
Pair of Hans Olsen Easy Chairs, 1960s
By Hans Olsen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Produced by Viska Möbler in Kinna, Sweden, 1960s.
Original green upholstery.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Suede
$7,208 / set
"Rungstedlund" Dining Chairs by Ole Wanscher, Set of 8
By Ole Wanscher
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The "Rungstedlund" chair by Ole Wanscher is a study in minimalist design and craftsmanship, combining a delicate form with sturdy construction. Inspired by the 19th-century klismos s...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
Ingvar Hildingsson stools, Sweden
Located in Stockholm, SE
Sheepskin stool produced by Ingvar Hildingsson, Sweden. Signed "IH". Designed 1970s.
Set of 4 available, listed price is for a single stool.
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Elm
$2,643 / item
Swedish vintage teak bench from the 1950s-60s
Located in Brescia, IT
Swedish teak bench with essential structure and tapered legs. Clean lines and solid construction typical of Nordic design.
Swedish bench from the 1950s-60s made of teak, with rectan...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Teak
Elegant Pair of Lounge Chairs, Upholstered in Yellow Gold Pure Mohair
Located in LEWES, GB
An elegant pair of modern lounge chairs. Handmade in England. Beech frames, sprung seat and newly upholstered in a premium, soft, pure yellow gold mohair fabric. Fast shipping wo...
Category
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Alpaca, Beech, Oak
Swedish Modern Duxello Wing Back Lounge Chair by Folke Ohlsson
Located in Hanover, MA
Duxello wingback lounge chair designed by Folke Ohlsson for DUX of Sweden. This was one of his early designs, dating to 1955. The wings have such a dramatic profile along with the ti...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Beech
Original first edition ‘Egg’ armchair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, DK 1958
Located in Antwerp, BE
Early ‘Egg’ armchair by designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, Denmark 1958. This piece features the original black leather upholstery and the first edition alumium base. Arne J...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Metal
Vintage Arne Norell Leather and Chrome Ari Lounge Chair and Ottoman
Located in San Jose, CA
Mid-Century Modern 'Ari' Lounge Chair and Ottoman Footstool designed by Arne Norell for Norell Möbel AB, Sweden circa 1966. Features a sleek profile that comes in the original chestn...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Large Two-Seater Danish Curved Sofa, 1940s, Newly Upholstered
Located in Paris, FR
Elegant three-seat or large two-seat curved sofa manufactured in Denmark, in the 1940s.
Very soft and comfortable seat.
We can particularly appreciate the proportions and the generou...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Wool, Bouclé
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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Casino Used Chairs
1920s Recliner
Brunschwig And Fils
Brass Mouse
Blue Wicker Chair
Abstract Wooden Chair
Corner Leaf Chair
Art Deco Leaf Chair
Bardi Italy
Art Deco Outdoor Chairs