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
1950's Finn Juhl SW96 Lounge Chairs for Søren Willadsen - a Pair
By Finn Juhl
Located in Ava, MO
To own a piece of Finn Juhl’s legacy is to hold a fragment of mid-century modern history.
To own a pair of his rare 1950s SW96 Lounge Chairs, originally designed for Søren Willadsen...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Teak
Hans J. Wegner Papa Bear Chair, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Newly reupholstered in fabric "Mons" from Astrid Textiles.
Very good condition. Produced by A.P. Stolen in Denmark.
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Sheepskin, Oak, Teak
Alf Svensson Teve Chair for Bra Bohag
By Alf Svensson
Located in Paris, FR
Iconic armchair of Swedish design from the 1950s. Perfectly proportioned and comfortable. It is in very good condition. The wood has a lovely golden color which works perfectly with ...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Birch
Edvin Helseth Armchair for Tribo, Sweden, 1960
Located in Paris, FR
Edvin Helseth armchair for Tribo Sweden 1960s.
Good condition.
Price for 1 armchair
Norwegian interior designer born in 1925, Edvin Helseth opened his own practice in 1949. His Module 5-15, System BBB and other designs became popular in Europe. In 1966 he designed the Trybo armchair for Stange Bruk...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Wood, Pine
High Back Arm Chair, Upholstered in Pure Alpaca
Located in LEWES, GB
A superb modern high back armchair. Handmade beech frames, sprung seat and solid oak feet. Newly upholstered in a luxurious, soft, pure alpaca wool fabric. Fast shipping worldwi...
Category
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Alpaca, Beech, Oak
The Spanish Chair in Cognac Leather/Soaped Oak by Børge Mogensen for Fredericia
Located in Dubai, AE
The iconic Spanish Chair is Børge Mogensen’s masterful contribution to modern design, designed for Fredericia in 1958. Solid oak or walnut combined with the highest caliber saddle le...
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Oak
Danish Mid-Century Carved Oak Lounge Chairs in Oak by Kjaernulf, 1960's
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Rare and sought after pair of lounge chairs by Danish Designer, Henning Kjaernulf made from quarter-sawn white oak and hand carved in brutalist style seeking inspiration from art & ...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Wool, Oak
'Hunter' Easy Chair by Torbjørn Afdal, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Great safari chair model Hunter designed by Torbjørn Afdal, produced by Bruksbo. Original black leather cushions and straps. Very good condition.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather
Danish Patinated Leather Safari Chair, Denmark, ca 1960s
Located in Utrecht, NL
The design of this remarkable chair sis based on a long tradition of safari chairs. From Eileen Gray to Kaare Klint and Elias Svedberg, a lot of great designers have made versions of...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood
Fritz Hansen Pair of Easy Chairs in Sheepskin, Model 1669
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Pair of Fritz Hansen easy chairs in sheepskin, model 1669, 1930s
Sculptural chairs re-upholstered in sheepskin, legs of stained beech. All reupholstery work carried out with filling...
Category
1930s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Sheepskin, Beech
Bruno Mathsson Mid Century Lounge Chair "Model 36" Produced in Sweden, 1940s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare lounge chair model " Vilstol 36" designed by Bruno Mathsson and produced by Firma Karl Mathsson i Värnamo, Sweden. Original condition with a newer cushion upholstery. Original w...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Beech, Paper
Model 2213 Leather sofa by Børge Mogensen, Fredericia Furniture, Denmark.
Located in København K, DK
Excellent 3 seat sofa in original leather and cushions by Børge Mogensen, Fredericia Furniture, Denmark.
Model 2213.
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Oak
Four-Seat Sofa by Wegner for GETAMA
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in New York, NY
An extra large version of the Wegner sofa for GETAMA. The four-seat sofa is preserved with original striped wool upholstery and oak hardwood legs.
Frame is in good sturdy conditi...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Wool, Oak
Pair of Leather Lounge Chairs by Alf Svensson
By Alf Svensson, Bergboms
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pair of lounge chairs by Alf Svensson for Ljungs industries, later known as DUX, made in the 1950s. Black lacquered steel frames with removable cushions upholstered in luxurious cogn...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Metal
Hans Wegner Round Chair of Oak and Patinated Cognac Leather
Located in London, GB
This chair is a excellent vintage example of Wegner's round chair made of oak. The label places it as made before 1970.
The leather on the seat shows some peeling, wear and tear ...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Oak
Scandinavian Blue Painted Chair
Located in New York, NY
Scandinavian blue painted chair. Vintage blue painted wood side chair with shaped back perfect in the bath. Sweden, first quarter 20th century.
Di...
Category
Early 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Wood
Göran Malmvall pine chair 510 by Karl Andersson & Söner, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Forserum, SE
Swedish side chair, Model 510, designed by Göran Malmvall for the manufacturer Karl Andersson & Söner, Huskvarna. Originating from the late 1940s, it is a late example of the "sports...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Pine
Pair of Lounge Chairs by Otto Schulz, Boet, Sweden, 1940s
By Otto Schulz, Boet
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pair of beautiful lounge chairs by Otto Schulz, upholstered with luxurious dark green velvet. Loose cushions. Generous, elegant design, gr...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Pair of Frits Henningsen Armchairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Frits Henningsen Armchairs. Mahogany with Horsehair Upholstery. Unmarked.
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Mahogany
Arne Hovmand-Olsen Dining Chair in Teak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Arne Hovmand-Olsen for Mogens Kold Møbelfabrik, dining chair, model 71, teak, brass, Denmark, 1959
This sculptural dining chair is designed by the Danish designer Arne Hovmand-Olse...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Brass
Hans Wegner, Oak Lounge Chair GE-290
Located in Klintehamn, SE
Hans J Wegner, lounge chair model "GE-290". Made of oak. New leather cushions. Designed in 1953. Produced by Getama, Denmark.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Oak
1960s Two Restored Customizable N. O. Moeller Armchairs in Brazilian Rosewood
Located in Knebel, DK
1960s two restored N. O. Møller rosewood model 57 Armchairs custom upholstery
Set of two of Niels Otto Møllers iconic model 57 armchairs in Brazilian rosewood The model that is ver...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Rosewood
Krogenæs Møbler, Stool, Pine, Norway, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A pine stool designed and produced by Krogenæs Møbler, Norway, 1960s.
Dimensions: 14“ H x 18.5“ W x 13.375“ D
Category
1960s Norwegian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Pine
Rare Mid-Century Modern Vintage Danish 3-seater Chocolate Leather Sofa, 1960s
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This three-seater sofa was made in Denmark during the 1960s. The sofa is completely upholstered in natural leather in a deep dark chocolate color. Comfortable, loosely placed cushion...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood
Børge Mogensen Black Leather 3 seat Sofa 2213 Fredericia Furniture Denmark 1960s
Located in Ystad, SE
Børge Mogensen Black Leather 3 seat Sofa Model 2213
With original patinated black leather upholstery.
Produced by Fredericia Furniture, Denmark 1960s
Dark stained beech legs
Manufact...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Beech
Rare Finn Juhl SW-96 Easy Chair for Cabinetmaker Søren Willadsen, 1950s
By Finn Juhl
Located in Stockholm, SE
Beautiful Finn Juhl easy chair with frame of original patinated oak, arms of teak, back and seat upholstered with woven cane.
Designed by Finn Juhl 1954, manufactured by Søren Wil...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Cane
Carl Malmsten "Samspel" Sofa for Ab Record, Sweden 1950s
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...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Wool, Wood
Swedish Modern Set of 2 Armchairs, Birchwood, 1960's
Located in Uccle, BE
A vintage Mid-Century Modern Swedish set of armchairs made of hand carved birchwood, designed by Carl Malmsten, in good condition. Restored and reupholsteredwith original . Wear cons...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Birch
Set of Six Midcentury Danish Dining Chairs
Located in Vienna, AT
Beech frame, seat and back upholstered with a blue wool cover. Manufactured in Denmark by an unknown manufacturer in the late 1950s.
Good vintage condition.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Beech
Lounge Chairs by Illum Wikkelsø for Niels Eilersen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Beautiful pair of danish lounge chairs by Illum Wikkelsø for Niels Eilersen. Teak wood frame with upholstered cushions. The cushions ...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
Vintage FK-87 Grasshopper Chaise Lounge by Preben Fabricius + Jørgen Kastholm
Located in San Diego, CA
Designed in 1968 by Preben Fabricius and Jorgen Kastholm for the German furniture manufacturer Alfred Kill, the Grasshopper Lounge Chair is an icon of mid-twentieth century Danish de...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Yrjö Kukkapuro Lounge Chair with Ottoman in Fiberglass and Black Leather
By Yrjö Kukkapuro, Haimi
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Yrjö Kukkapuro for Hiami, lounge chair model '418N' with ottoman model '812J', leather, fiberglass, Finland, 1960s.
Organic shaped lounge chair with ottoman by Finnish designer Yrj...
Category
1960s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Fiberglass
Danish Mid Century Highback Wingback Armchair in Grey Sheepskin Produced, 1940s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare Danish mid century high wingback armchair produced by Thorald Madsen Snedkeri Denmark, 1940s. In great condition and professionally restored and upholstered in dark grey colored...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Sheepskin, Beech
1960s, Danish 2-seater sofa, light green furniture velour, ash wood.
Located in Tarm, 82
1960s, Danish 2-seater sofa. Light green furniture velour, ash wood legs, springs in the seat. Sofa was reupholstered by craftsman about 15 years ago. Good condition: no smells, no s...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Velvet, Ash
Swedish Designer, Stool, Wood, Mohair, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A wood and green mohair stool designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Seat Height: 17.375” inches
All upholstered furniture can be reupholstered upon request for an additional f...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Mohair, Wood
Pair Of Borje Johanson Teak & Chrome bar stools for Johanson Design.
Located in Bernville, PA
Borje Johanson Teak & Chrome and black bar stools for Johanson Design. Beautiful, rare pair of bar stools with an incredible and simple des...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Egg, Model 3316 Designed by Arne Jacobsen in 1958
Located in Lejre, DK
The Egg, model 3316 designed by Arne Jacobsen in 1958 and manufactured by Fritz Hansen. The chair is upholstered in cognac colored patinated leather and is in great condition.
Arne...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Metal
Pair of Easy Chairs in Oak and Cognac Brown Leather by Børge Mogensen, 1950's
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Pair of Easy Chairs in Oak and Original Cognac Brown Leather by Børge Mogensen, 1950's
Additional Information:
Material: Oak and original cognac brown leather
Style: Mid century, Sc...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Oak, Leather
Three Vintage Teak and Chrome Swivel Bar Stools By Johanson Design from Sweden
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Very beautiful set of three slim teak swivel bar stools by Börje Johanson for Johanson Design Sweden in allover very good condition. All three ar...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Swedish Kroken Armchair by Ake Fribyter for Nelo Möbel, 1970s
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Kroken armchair designed by Ake Fribyter for Nelo Möbel in the 1970s.
Sturdy beech bentwooden frame with beautifully patinated black leather cushions.
Cool cantilevered design
It ...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Bentwood
Bruno Mathsson Dining Chairs Model Mimat Produced by Karl Mathsson in Värnamo
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Very rare set of 5 dining chairs model Mimat designed by Bruno Mathsson. Produced by Karl Mathsson in Värnamo, Sweden.
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Birch
Ingeborg Lounge Chair, Sheepskin M/ Natural Oak, by Flemming Lassen for Audo
By Flemming Lassen, Audo
Located in Dubai, AE
Named after the designer’s artist mother, Ingeborg Winding, the Ingeborg Lounge Chair from 1940 welcomes the sitter with open arms and an irresistibly ...
Category
2010s Lithuanian Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Sheepskin, Oak
Pine Stool by K. J. Pettersson & Söner, Sweden 1970s
Located in Utrecht, NL
Despite being long misattributed to Axel Einar Hjorth, this “Pall” or “Palle” stool was designed and manufactured by K. J. Pettersson & Söner Storvreta in the second half of the 20th...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Pine
Sculptural Carl Edward Matthes Bicolor Lounge Chair with Footrest, Denmark, 1956
Located in The Hague, NL
This exceptionally rare lounge chair with a matching footrest was designed by Carl Edward Matthes in 1956. It was produced as Model No. 44 by his company, Matthes Polstermøbelfabrik,...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Metal, Steel
Vintage Scandinavian 'Vita' Sofa Designed By Nanna Ditzel for Søren Willadsen
Located in Dallas, TX
Nanna Ditzel Vita Sofa, 1950s
Elevate your living space with the timeless elegance of the Nanna Ditzel Vita Sofa, a quintessential piece of mid-century modern design. Created in the ...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Oak
'Hippo' Chair by Norr11, Light Smoked Oak, Spectrum Leather, Autumn
Located in Paris, IDF
Hippo chair
Signed by Kristian Sofus Hansen and Tommy Hyldahl for Norr11.
Model shown on the picture:
Wood: Light Smoked Oak
Fabric: Spectrum/Noir Leather Autumn 30099
Wood...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Oak
Lounge Chairs in Pine and Fabric by Karin Mobring, Sweden 1970s
By IKEA
Located in Almelo, NL
Lounge chairs in Pine and fabric by Karin Mobring, Sweden 1970s.
Karin Mobring designed this Ikea classic Vintage lounge chair in 1972. It is made of solid Scandinavian pine wood and original fabric. The design and the look and feel of this occasional chair reminded me of what someone once taught me about good sculptures, "they look great from all angles". And what is particularly important about a chair is that it is also very comfortable to sit in. People have very different thoughts about IKEA furniture...
Category
Late 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Pine
Danish original vintage lounge chair and stool by Madsen and Schubell, Denmark.
Located in København K, DK
High back easy chair, model Pragstolen - designed by Henry Hans Schubell in 1961.
Manufactured by Madsen & Schubell, Denmark.
Seat height 42cm.
Stool measures 56x40x35cm.
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Sheepskin, Teak
Kerstin Hörlin-Holmqvist "Stora Eva" Armchair by Nordiska Kompaniet Sweden 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Very rare Swedish mid century armchair model "Stora Eva" by Kerstin Hörlin-Holmqvist from the "Triva" series produced by Nordiska Kompaniet Sweden, 1950s. In good vintage condition w...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Velvet, Beech
4 Neils O Moller Scandinavian Modern Model 71 Teak Dining Chairs Unupholstered
Located in Topeka, KS
Awesome Neils O Moeller Scandinavian Modern Model 71 teak dining chairs by J.L. Mollers Mobelfabrik set of 4 unupholstered but ready for new. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that this is vintage and not new so will have signs of use and wear even if it has been refinished or restored. Specifically, they have been undressed and given new webbing but do not currently have padding or upholstery; however, we can provide that service if needed for an additional cost see NOTE below. The frames have been cleaned, some spots filled, sanded lightly, and given a coat of Danish oil. Two teak plugs...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Burlap, Teak
Little Petra VB1, in Sheepskin Moonlight & Oak by Viggo Boesen for &Tradition
By Viggo Boesen
Located in Dubai, AE
Initially introduced back in 1938, Little Petra won instant praise at the Copenhagen Cabinetmakers Guild Exhibition, subsequently winning awards at exhibits in New York and Berlin. It’s one of just a few designs by architect Viggo Boesen, who became associated with Denmark’s signature design aesthetic in the 1930s called funkis style...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Lithuanian Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Oak, Sheepskin
Danish Modern Side Chair Custom Made by Mills, Denmark
Located in New York, NY
Classic architectural side chair from the Golden Age of Danish Modern furniture design. This example is in very good, original condition, show...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Wood, Bentwood
Mid-Century Modern Danish Footstool with Woven Paper Cord Seat, 1960
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous footstool from Denmark with a teak frame and a woven papercord seat. In very good condition with some water stains on the seat.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Papercord, Teak
Arne Jacobson 'Egg' Chair for Fritz Hansen
Located in New York, NY
The classic and iconic 'Egg' chair designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, Denmark, 1967. Newly refurbished and reupholstered in a luxurious creamy/white leather from Maharam.
M...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Aluminum
Teak Bwana Chair + Footstool by Finn Juhl for France & Son Model 152
By Finn Juhl
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Teak and vinyl Danish modern, model 152, "Bwana" lounge chair & footstool by Finn Juhl for France & Son, circa 1950's. High back lounge chair provides exceptional support for your ne...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Naugahyde, Teak
Set of 4 Series7 Chair, Burnt Yellow & Steel Chrome by Arne Jacobsen
Located in Dubai, AE
The Series 7™ chair is an icon in modern furniture history, designed by Arne Jacobsen in 1955. Its unique shape is timeless and incredibly versatile, displaying character without ove...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Polish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Steel, Chrome
RÄÄ chair by Nicolay Wiig Hansen for IKEA Sweden, 1990s
By IKEA
Located in MIJDRECHT, NL
Rää, plywood chair from the early 1990s. The design is inspired by the LCW chair by Charles & Ray Eames.
Category
1990s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Metal
Arne Norell Sofa model Kontiki, Sweden, 1970s
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
3-Seater sofa model Kontiki designed by Arne Norell in original brown leather.
Produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden.
Cushions newly lubricated with leather conditioner.
Very ...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather
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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