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
Kevi Office Chair by Jørgen Rasmussen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Kevi office chair designed by Jørgen Rasmussen. With height, tilt and other adjustments.
New upholstered with black aniline leather.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather
Danish Mid Century Wooden Pine Dining Chairs attr. to Rainer Daumiller, 1970s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare set of four Danish mid century wooden dining chairs in pine attributed to Rainer Daumiller produced in Denmark, 1970s. In good matching and original condition.
Dimensions: 89 ...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Pine
Pair of Sten Wicéns Armchairs in Pierre Frey Fabric and Elm, Sweden, 1950s
Located in The Hague, NL
This rare pair of armchairs was produced by Sten Wicéns Möbelindustri in Sweden in the 1950s.
The elegant design is characterized by its rou...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Elm
Elsa Gullberg Armchair in Taupe Velvet and Elm, Sweden, Late 1930s
Located in The Hague, NL
This rare armchair was produced by AB Elsa Gullberg in the late 1930s. The organically shaped arms of the chair and the carved, tapered legs give the chair a sculptural and modern feel. The chair is upholstered in a taupe/grayish velvet fabric, the legs are in solid elm wood.
This design was exhibited at several important exhibitions at the time: Liljevalchs, Stockholm 1936, Paris World Fair 1937 and at Vi Bo in Ribbershus, 1938. The architects Rolf Engströmer...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Velvet, Wood, Elm, Fabric
Falcon Chair by Sigurd Ressell, 1970s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Norwegian "Falcon" chair by Sigurd Ressel, Norway, 1970s. Very good vintage condition with small signs of usage and patina. Produced by Vatne Möbler.
Category
1970s Norwegian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather
Pair of Pouf ATD 1 in Oiled Walnut and Sheepskin Sahara by &Tradition
By &Tradition
Located in Dubai, AE
Soft and nurturing, the Pouf is an ideal companion. With rounded legs in Oiled Walnut, and upholstery in Sheepskin Sahara , it lends an organic warmth to any interior.
Material : Sh...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Walnut, Sheepskin
Custom Made Oak and Velvet Bench by Kai Kristiansen
Located in London, England
Bench designed by Danish master Kai Kristiansen in the 1950s and now produced under license by Dagmar.
Hand-made to order, this upholstered bench has a fumed and oiled oak frame. The padded top has been upholstered with in Pierre Frey mustard mohair...
Category
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Mohair, Oak
Leather Lounge Chair & Ottoman Set Mid-Century Modern OY BJ Dahlqvist AB Finland
Located in Wayne, NJ
Finish leather and Bent wood Lounge Chair & Ottoman. Mid-Century Modern by OY BJ Dahlqvist AB Finland . The ottoman measures 17" high, 23" wide...
Category
1960s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather
Hans Wegner Rosewood Papa Bear Chair in Off-White Fabric
Located in London, England
Hans J. Wegner - AP-19 Papa Bear Chair, 1953
Vintage, original 1950s production of one of Danish master Hans Wegner's most iconic designs. The Papa Bear is rightly considered one of...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wool, Rosewood
Kanon Bench, Entryway Seating in Blackened Ash
Located in North Little Rock, AR
The Kanon bench is a contemporary interpretation of the classic Windsor design. Its tightly spaced spindles create a striking visual while paying homage to time-honored design. Metic...
Category
2010s American Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Ash, Hardwood
Vintage Danish Teak Dining Chairs by Kjærnulf for Vejle Møbelfabrik, 1960s
Located in Asaa, DK
Vintage danish teak dining chairs by Kjærnulf for Vejle Møbelfabrik 1960s
Set of four dining chairs in teak designed by Danish architect Henning/Hen...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Teak
Hans Wegner Keyhole Rocker for Getama, Denmark in Oak and Leather Circa 1960s
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Peabody, MA
An original 1960s Hans Wegner "keyhole" rocker in darkened oak, reupholstered in vermillion colored leather. Model GE 673 for Getama, Denmark.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Oak
Mid Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Model GE-290 for Getama Gedsted Denmark Sofa
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Kramfors, SE
Vintage Hans J. Wegner sofa model GE-290 for Getama Gedsted, Denmark. The sofa is a mid century classic by one of the most famous names of the time, Hans J. Wegner (Denmark, 1914-200...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Mats Theselius 'Aluminium Chair' Edition 3-50/200 by Källemo, 1990
Located in Stockholm, SE
Very rare chair by Mats Theselius produced by Källemo 1990 in a limited edition of 50 chairs, this is example is number 3.
Aluminum, beech, seat and back upholstered with braided bir...
Category
1990s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Steel
Mid Century Scandinavian Danish Modern Brown Low Leather sofa
By Georg Thams
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid Century Scandinavian Danish Modern Brown Low Leather sofa in the Style of Georg Thams. Stunning design and shape 3 seat sofa that sits on 4 tapere...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather
Danish Modern Henning Kjaernulf Oak pair of razorblade Armchairs, 1970's
Located in Uccle, BE
A pair of razorback lounge chairs by Danish designer Henning Kjaernulf. This is his iconic design. Made of oak and reuphostered in toile chiné. Manufactured by EG Kvalitetsmøbel.
Category
Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Black & Brass Viscount Chair by Dan Johnson
By Dan Johnson, Selig
Located in San Francisco, CA
An iconic Viscount armchair, designed by Dan Johnson for Selig. The frame has been carefully restored and finished in an elegant black lacquer. The brass armrests feature a rich, nat...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Brass
Vintage Teak Frank Reenskaug Spindle Back Rocking Chair Model 182. Denmark, 1958
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Whimsical and comfortable Frank Reenskaug spindle back rocking chair in gorgeous old growth teak with vinyl cushion. Striking geometry and bold trompe l'oeil joinery really set this form apart from your typical rocker. Reenskaug made a daring and deliberate departure from the standard structure of rocking chairs, synthesizing elements from the canon of Danish design, as well as from the traditional Windsor "stick furniture...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
Six Danish N. O. Moller Rosewood Dining Chairs
Located in Knebel, DK
Six Danish N. O. Møller Rosewood Dining Chairs by J.L- Møllers
The iconic model 78 dining chair was designed in 1954 by Niels O. Møller ...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Rosewood
Set of Hans J. Wegner Dining Chairs Model "Ch33" by Carl Hansen & Sons, Denmark
Located in Odense, DK
Set of Hans J. Wegner "CH33" from the early Carl Hansen & Sons production in the 1950s. Rare model in solid teakwood with seats reupholstered in natural aniline leather of the highest quality.
Hans J. Wegner’s light...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Teak
Pair of 'Modus' designed by Kristian Solmer Vedel, Denmark, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Produced by Søren Willadsen møbelfabrik in Denmark.
Very good original condition.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather
Henning Kjaernulf Oak Razor Blade Chair, C1960s
Located in London, England
Henning Kjaernulf - Razor Blade Chair, 1960
Unique lounge chair manufactured by Nyrup Møbelfabrik, Denmark 1960. The chair features razor blade shaped carved backs and thick, wide a...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Wool, Bouclé, Oak
Custom Made Model 54 Mohair Velvet Lounge Chair
Located in London, England
Dagmar Design
Model 54 lounge chair
A custom made lounge chair developed and hand-made using the highest quality materials. The 54 chair is a contemporary update of an obscure desi...
Category
2010s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Sheepskin, Beech
Hans Olsen Modular Sofa for Bramin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Minimalist three seater sofa, model 161, by Danish designer Hans Olsen for Bramin, c.1950s Denmark. The afromosia wood slatted base supports three removable caned seats that can rear...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Cane, Hardwood
Niels Møller 55 arm chair in teak with new black leather seat
Located in San Diego, CA
Solid Teak Moller 55 arm chair. This chair will work well as a desk chair or side chair. Designed in 1951 By Niels Otto Møller and produced by J. L. Møllers...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Teak
Danish Mid-Century Oak Model 50 Armchair by Erik Buch
By Erik Buch
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Oak model 50 armchair by Erik Buch, circa 1960's. Sturdy solid oak frame with airy floating seat design. Original upholstery with minor wear. A very comfortable sit! Danish Furniture...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Oak
Axel Einar Hjorth "Skoga". Wooden Bench in Pine by Nordiska Kompaniet, 1930s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Very rare and early Swedish mid century wooden bench in pine model "Skoga" by Axel Einar Hjorth produced by Nordiska Kompaniet Stockholm 1932. In good original condition.
Dimension...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Pine
Model 60 Stool, Alvar Aalto, Oy Huonekalu- ja Rakennustyötehdas Ab, 1930/1940s
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Model 60 stool, designed by Alvar Aalto, manufactured by Oy Huonekalu- ja Rakennustyötehdas Ab, 1930/1940s. Painted birch. Good vintage condition, heavy patina consistent with age an...
Category
1940s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Birch, Paint
Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen, Safari Chair, Original Leather, 1960s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen. Safari chairs original patinated aniline leather. Straps maintained in the original patinated leather.
Frame in solid ash.
Model Safari chair, made ...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Ash
Rocking Chair in Oak by Hans Wegner, 1950s
Located in Lejre, DK
Rocking chair in oak and fabric, designed by Hans Wegner and made by Mikael Laursen. Great condition.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Sheepskin, Oak
Carl Malmsten Vintage 1950s Samsas Chairs in Moss Green Velvet
Located in London, England
Carl Malmsten - Samsas Lounge Chairs, 1950s
The Samsas chair is one of Swedish master Carl Malmsten's most well-loved and sought after designs. These examples were produced in the 1...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Wool, 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
Pair of Custom Made Walnut & Sheepskin Esko Ottomans
Located in London, England
Pair of custom made Esko Ottomans from Dagmar Design.
This classic yet contemporary design was first produced in Denmark in the 1960s by cabinetmaker Soren Nielsen. This new edition...
Category
2010s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Oak
Kurt Østervig Hunter Chair Oak and Black Leather for K.P. Jørgensens Møbelfabrik
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Great example of a Scandinavian hunting chair (model 168) by Kurt Østervig for K. P. Jørgensens Møbelfabrik, Denmark. The design is sometimes also attributed to Erling Jessen and rem...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Oak
Scandinavian Modern Pernilla Lounge Chair Ottoman Bruno Mathsson DUX 1970 Sweden
Located in Vienna, AT
Scandinavian Modern vintage Pernilla lounge chair or easy chair with ottoman from bentwood and fabric in butter cream color by Bruno Mathsson for Dux, 1970s.
Iconic lounge chair mod...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Bentwood
'Hippo' Chair by Norr11, Dark Smoked Oak, Barnum Bouclé col.03
Located in Paris, IDF
HIPPO Chair
Signed by Kristian Sofus Hansen and Tommy Hyldahl for Norr11.
Model shown on the picture:
Wood: Dark Smoked Oak
Fabric: Barnum Bouclé 03
Wood types available: natural ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Wool, Oak
Danish Modern Highback Lounge Chair by Kurt Østervig, Teakwood & Oak, 1958
Located in Odense, DK
Beautiful vintage highback lounge chair from 1958 by Danish designer Kurt Østervig. The chair is known as "Model 58" and was manufactured by "Rolschau...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Wool, Oak, Teak
Tor Wolfenstein, Sofa, Fabric, Wood, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A green fabric and wood sofa designed by Tor Wolfenstein and produced by Ditzingers, Sweden, 1940s.
Dimensions: 32” H x 72” W x 40” D
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Svend Aage Eriksen for Glostrup Danish Teak and Leather Lounge Chair Circa 1960s
Located in Peabody, MA
A Danish teak lounge chair in original soft leather upholstery, designed by Svend Aage Eriksen for Glostrup Mobelfabrik, in the manner of Grete Jalk who also designed for Glostrup.
...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Teak
Moroso Fjord Relax Armchair in Black Leather
Located in Chicago, IL
Designed in 2002 by Spanish architect Patricia Urquiola for Italian manufacturer Moroso, the Fjord Relax armchair is an homage to the Classic Jacobsen e...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary European Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Steel
Aino Aalto, rare set of 5 children´s chairs, 1940's
Located in Turku, Varsinais-Suomi
This rare set of 5 children's chairs, designed by Aino Aalto in the 1940s, features a timeless and classic design that could also be used as tables. With its Montessori inspired desi...
Category
1940s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Birch
Beech and Papercord Armchair by Frits Schlegel (Attr.), Denmark 1940s
Located in Utrecht, NL
Frits Schlegel was a defining Danish functionalist architect and designer, and while highly successful as an architect, from the 1930s onward he also designed a number of furniture l...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Papercord, Beech
Six Fully Restored Erik Buch Teak Dining Chairs, Reupholstered in Black Leather
Located in Knebel, DK
1960s set of six teak dining chairs with floating seat designed by Erik Buch for Oddense Maskinsnedkeri in 1949.
The chairs have a simple yet solid construction with elegant lines a...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Teak
Swedish Designer, Lounge Chairs, Velvet, Wood, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of beige velvet and wood lounge chairs designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Seat height: 15”
All upholstered furniture can be reupholstered upon request for an additio...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Velvet, Wood
1970s, Danish 3-seater sofa, green furniture velour, ash wood legs.
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Danish 3-seater sofa. Green furniture velour, ash wood legs. Original very good condition: no smells, no stains and stable construction. Manufactured by Danish furniture maker...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Velvet, Ash
Ryo Lounge Chair in Moss Green Velvet by Dagmar
Located in London, England
Dagmar Ryo Lounge Chair
A made-to-order lounge chair developed and produced at our workshops in London using the highest quality materials. The Ryo is a new edition of a design firs...
Category
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Wool, Beech
Danish Modern Leather Swivel Chair
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Leather and chrome Danish swivel chair, circa 1960's. Original rust colored leather with beautiful angles and excellent lumbar support. Shining metal base with smooth operating casto...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Metal
Scandinavian Modern Stool "the Pig" by Erik Höglund for Kopparfly, Sweden, 1950s
By Erik Höglund, Bovirke
Located in Odense, DK
Playful stool by Swedish designer Erik Höglund made of beech, hemp webbing and leather. Model nicknamed "The pig". Made at Kopparfly, Sweden in the 1950s and retailed in Denmark by B...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Beech
Rare Pair of Erik Bertil Karlén Easy Chairs, Sweden, 1950s
By Eric Karlén
Located in Stockholm, SE
Excellent condition. Completely restored.
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Sheepskin
Custom Made Round Sheepskin Ottoman with Oak Ball Feet
Located in London, England
Custom-made ottomans developed & produced at our workshops in London using the highest quality materials. These examples are upholstered in a warm grey sheepskin and feature oiled oak ball feet...
Category
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Sheepskin, Oak
Rattan Pod Chair
Located in Grand Rapids, MI
USA, 1970s
Rattan / wicker pod chair. Cute little accent. Smaller scale, great texture.
CONDITION NOTES: Some looseness to the woven wicker parts. I a...
Category
1970s American Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Wicker, Rattan
Pair of Børge Mogensen Model 2257 Oak Lounge Chairs for Fredericia Stolefabrik V
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Very elegant armchairs model 2257 designed by Borge Mogensen for Fredericia Stolefabrik, Denmark in the 1960s. Very modern and clean profile expressed in a design that was ahead of i...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Wool, Oak
1970s, reupholstered set of 6 pcs Danish dining chairs, teak wood, leather.
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, reupholstered set of 6 pcs Danish dining chairs. Lacquered teak wood, camel brown leather. Design by E.Rogild, manufactured by Danish furniture manufacturer Ørum Stolefabrik i...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Teak
Set of 4 Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, Model Razorblade, Denmark 1970s, Oak
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Striking dining chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, made of black painted oak and cow hide seat. This was the most popular option when the chairs was produced.
Refreshing design with bold ...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Oak, Cowhide
Gilbert Rohde, Slipper Chair, Fabric, Wood, USA, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A beige fabric and stained wood slipper chair designed by Gilbert rohde and produced by Haywood Wakefield, USA, 1940s.
Seat height 16”.
Category
1940s American Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
"Admiral" lounge chairs by Eric Merthen for Ire Mobler
By Eric Merthen
Located in Paris, FR
Beautiful lounge chair in very good vintage condition. The leather is very nice and in very good shape. The color of the leather is Brown with a touch of red in it.
It is an extreme...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood
1960s, Danish velour 2 seater drop arm sofa, velour, original condition.
Located in Tarm, 82
1960s, Danish "Spanish" drop arm sofa in original good condition: no smells and no stains. Cherry red furniture velour, ash wood legs. Double-sided se...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Velvet, Ash
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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