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
Paradise Sofa by Kerstin Horlin Holmquist for Nordiska Kompaniet
Located in San Francisco, CA
A tufted sofa from the Paradise collection by Kerstin Horlin-Holmquist for Nordiska Kompaniet with beech legs and upholstered in a brown sateen velvet with a twisted cord trim detail...
Category
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Beech
Berga Mobler Sofa in Beige Mohair Upholstery
By Berga Mobler
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Berga Mobler, sofa, beech, mohair, Denmark, 1940s.
This beautifully crafted Danish sofa from the 1940s combines comfort with elegance. Its bold, rounded design is complemented by a ...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Velvet, Beech
1960s, Danish 2-seater "Banan" sofa, original green furniture velour, oak wood.
Located in Tarm, 82
1960s, Danish 3-seater "Banan" sofa. Original green furniture velour, oak wood, brass springs in the seat. Original good condition: no smells, no stains and stable construction. Manu...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Velvet, Oak
Bruno Mathsson Eva Lounge Chair with Leather
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Bruno Mathsson Eva lounge chair with patinated saddle leather
Frame in beech.
Made by Karl Dux.
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather
'Little Big Chair' Swivel Armchair in Sheepskin Moonlight by Norr11
Located in Paris, IDF
Little big chair armchair
Signed by Kristian Sofus Hansen and Tommy Hyldahl for Norr11.
Model shown on the picture:
Fabric: Sheepskin (09 moonlight)
Made in Italy
Appropriately named, the Big Big Chair is the bigger version of the compact Little Big Chair. The voluminous shapes are divided into four playfully oversized objects...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Sheepskin
Swedish Mid Century Armchair in Leather & Walnut in style of Arne Norell, 1950s
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare mid century armchair in thick, patinated, well preserved buffalo leather and walnut in style of Arne Norell produced in Sweden 1950s. Good original condition.
Dimensions: H: 9...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Mid century Hans Wegner Sofa GE-236/4 GETAMA Solid Oak Frame
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Vintage 1960s Danish Four-seat sofa model GE236/4 designed by Hans J. Wegner for GETAMA Manufacturer solid oak solid wood frame with original patina has original spring loaded cushions with original red woven upholstery - This Sofa is in Need of New Upholstery. The Solid Oak frame with Brass screws that was stained a darker brown can be lighter if restored. Sofa is Solid and ready for restoration. Labeled GETAMA Stamped under frame multiple...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Wood, Oak, Upholstery
Set of Four Mid Century Danish Modern Bart Stools or Counter in Teak Wood
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A sleek modern set of four stools made in Denmark circa 1970's. These feature solid teak framing with padded seats. Fabric is original and could use updating but these are perfectly ...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Finn Juhl Egypetian Chair in Wood and Leather
By Finn Juhl
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Armchair designed by Finn Juhl in 1949, relaunched in 2014.
Manufactured by House of Finn Juhl in Denmark.
Design critics have described Finn Juhl’s Egyptian chair as a miraculou...
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood
Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen "The Chair" Teak and Leather Round Chairs, Pair
Located in South Bend, IN
Offering a rare and exceptional pair of JH 501 armchairs. Most commonly known as "The Chair", these chairs are expertly designed for style and comfort and exquisitely constructed fro...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Teak
Rocking chair by Werner Biermann for Arte Sano Colombia 1960
By Arte Sano
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Rocking chair by Werner Biermann for Arte Sano.
Frame of teak. Upholstered with patinated leather.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Teak
Poul Kjærholm 'PK31' 2-Seater Sofa for Fritz Hansen in Leather (Cat. 5)
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Kjærholm 'PK31' 2-Seater Sofa for Fritz Hansen in Leather (Cat. 5)
Established in 1872, Fritz Hansen has become synonymous with legendary Danish design. Combining timeless craf...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Steel
Papyri Bench, Occasional Woven Bench in Blackened Ash and Natural Danish Cord
By Carter Ellis
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Featuring a mortice and tenon frame, custom doweling and a handwoven seat, the Papyri Bench is artisan-crafted from recyclable paper cord, and sustainably...
Category
2010s American Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Papercord, Oak
Fritz Hansen Model 1668 Three-Seat Sofa. Wool Bouclé Fabric. Circa 1940.
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Paris, FR
Rare and elegant three-seat sofa model 1668 manufactured by Fritz Hansen in Denmark, in the 1940s.
Original piece from the 1940s newly re-upholstered in the traditional way by the b...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Sheepskin, Fabric, Wool, Bouclé, Upholstery, Faux Fur
Danish Modern Cabinetmaker Lounge Chair Oak & Sheepskin, Denmark, 1940s
Located in Odense, DK
Scandinavian Modern lounge chair made in the 1940s by a Danish Cabinetmaker. Great dramatic angles and proportions with carved wooden armrests and legs made of solid oak showing grea...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Sheepskin, Oak
1950s Swedish Velvet Samspel Sofa by Carl Malmsten
Located in London, England
Carl Malmsten 'Samspel' Sofa, circa 1950s
First designed in 1956 and produced by AB Record in Bollnas, Sweden, the 'Samspel' sofa is one of the finest pieces to be drawn by Sweden...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Wool, Cotton, Beech
Illum Wikkelsø Sofa Model V11 Produced by Holger Christiansen in Denmark
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Very rare sofa model V11 designed by Illum Wikkelsø. Produced by Holger Christiansen in Denmark.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Rosewood, Leather
Set of 4 Rosewood Chairs No. 78 by Niels O. Møller for J.L. Møller Møbelfabrik
Located in Reichenschwand, DE
This set of four Rosewood Chairs, Model No. 78, designed by Niels O. Møller for J. L. Møller Møbelfabrik in 1962, is a stunning example of Scandinavian Mid-Century design at its fine...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Lacquer, Rosewood, Beech, Wood, Latex, Upholstery, Cotton, Canvas
Frits Henningsen, Three Seat Sofa
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Frits Henningsen three seat sofa new upholstered with brandy coloured aniline leather
Frame of mahogany.
Made in the 1940s.
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Yngve Ekstrom Fortino Lounge Chair with Ottoman in Original Corduroy, by Swedese
By Swedese, Yngve Ekström
Located in Bochum, NRW
Yngve Ekstrom Fortino Lounge Chair with Ottoman in Original Corduroy, by Swedese
Sunflower yellow corduroy covering. Frames made of laminated birch. Marked "Swedese, Design Yngve Eks...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Velvet, Beech
Scandinavian Teak and Black Leather CH28 Chair by Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen
Located in Vienna, AT
This iconic Scandinavian Teak Lounge chair has been designed in the 1950s by famed Danish designer Hans Wegner and known universally as Sawback Chair.
It is manufactured by Carl Han...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Teak
Finn Juhl Rare Early Baker Sofa
Located in Dronten, NL
A rare and important sofa, designed by Finn Juhl in 1951 for Baker Furniture Company, Michigan.
Introduced to the American design community by Edgar Kaufmann Jr, an art collector an...
Category
Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Poul Kjaerholm PK22 Easy Chair in Steel & Canvas by Fritz Hansen Denmark, 1997
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare "PK22" easy chair in cut steel and canvas by Poul Kjaerholm produced by Fritz Hansen Denmark, 1997. In good original condition with the original sticker. We also have matching p...
Category
1990s Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Steel
Ole Wanscher Mahogany Colonial Chair with Black Leather Cushions, Designed 1949
By Ole Wanscher
Located in Kastrup, DK
Ole Wanscher (1903-1985)
Colonial Chair in mahogany with black leather cushions and a wicker seat.
Designed in 1949 for P. Jeppesen Møbelfabrik. Produced by P.S. Møbler between 1960 and 1970.
Vintage piece in excellent, untouched original condition.
Ole Wanscher (1903-1985) was one of Denmark’s most renowned furniture designers and a central figure in the Danish modernist movement. He was celebrated for his elegant, timeless furniture that seamlessly combined classical craftsmanship with modern aesthetics.
The Colonial Chair, designed in 1949, is one of Wanscher's most iconic creations. Inspired by English colonial furniture...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Kerstin Hörlin-Homquist Skrindan Armchairs in Beech and Green Velvet, Sweden
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Beautiful pair of armchairs (model Skrindan), designed by Kerstin Hörlin-Homquist in 1963 for OPE Möbler, Sweden. Frame of solid beech with beautiful elegant details. Loose cushions ...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Velvet, Beech
Oxford Midcentury Black Leather Chairs by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, 1960s
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Set of two scandinavian midcentury modern design swivel “Oxford” office chairs designed by Arne Jacobsen and produced by Fritz Hansen with black le...
Category
1660s Danish Antique Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Metal
Classic Modernist. Niels Koefoed "Ingrid" Teak Danish Dining Chairs, Set of 6
Located in Buffalo, NY
Classic Danish Modern,,Set of 6 'Ingrid' dining chairs designed by Niels Koefoed for Koefoeds Hornslet, crafted of solid teak in an elegant sculptural form includes six side chairs a...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Naugahyde, Teak
Pair of Danish Rosewood and Leather Side Chairs
Located in Dorchester, MA
This elegant pair of Danish modern side chairs features frames of solid rosewood with canted back rests and leather-upholstered seats.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Six Scandinavian White Oak Dining Chairs Upholstered in Orange Velvet
Located in Oakland, CA
Set of six Mid-century Danish-designed dining chairs crafted from white oak, featuring sculptural frames with dramatic sloping arms and comfortable curved backrests. Fully reupholste...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Velvet, Oak
Lounge Chair & Ottoman in Leather, Fredrik A. Kayser, Vatne Møbler, Norway, 1960
Located in Deland, FL
Introducing a rare and iconic low-profile recliner with matching ottoman designed by the influential Fredrik A. Kayser for the lauded Vatne Møbler. Designed and produced in the late...
Category
1960s Norwegian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather
Contemporary Chair 'Boho' by Ann Demeulemeester, Cream Beech (in stock)
Located in Paris, IDF
Sculptural Chair 'Boho' designed by Ann Demeulemeester for Serax.
Solid beech wood
Stain: Cream
The 'Boho' chair by Ann Demeulemeester redefines modern design with its bold, sculp...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Beech
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
Hans Wegner High Back Lounge Chair, Model GE-375, 1960
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Large scale high back chair by Hans Wegner with solid oak frame and cushions in beige wool (seemingly reupholstered at a later date), produced by GETAMA in 1969, model GE 375, detach...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Wool, Oak
Wingback Armchair, attr. Runar Engblom, Finland, 1940s
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Armchair, attributed to Runar Engblom, 1940s. Birch frame. Reupholstered with quality Lauritzon's Frost Carmine -fabric. Good vintage condition, patina consistent with age and use. B...
Category
1940s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Birch
Set of 10 Dining Chairs in Pine & Seagrass Seats, Danish Mid Century, 1960s
Located in Odense, DK
A charming and rustic set of 10 dining chairs in pine and seagrass seats. Made in the 1960s by a Danish cabinetmaker.
A fine mid century brutalist set that pairs well with many type...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Seagrass, Pine
"Stora Kraal" Rattan Lounge chair by Kerstin Hörlin Holmquist
Located in New York, NY
The iconic rattan lounge chair "Stora Kraal" designed by Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist for Nordiska Kompaniet. Designed and produced in the 1950's it is a great example of Hörlin-Holmquis...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Metal
Ole Wanscher Lounge Chair, Model PJ112, rosewood, 1960s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Ole Wanscher lounge chair new upholstered in green full grain leather.
Made of solid rosewood
Model PJ 112, made by Poul Jeppesen.
Price per chair
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Danish Modern Adjustable High-Back Lounge Chair in Teak
Located in Dorchester, MA
Made in Denmark in the 1960s, this high-back teak-framed lounge chair features adjustable dowels that can be set in different positions, moving the seat forward and reclining the bac...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
Arne Jacobsen 'Egg' Chair for Fritz Hansen in Fabric Upholstery (Cat. 3)
Located in Glendale, CA
Arne Jacobsen 'Egg' Chair for Fritz Hansen in Fabric Upholstery (Cat. 3).
Established in 1872, Fritz Hansen has become synonymous with legendary Danish design. Combining timeless cr...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
Mid Century Modern Recliner Stressless Lounge Chairs & Ottoman by Ekornes
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous c1970 Stressless Lounge recliner with ottoman by Ekornes of Norway. Brown leather is in excellent condition with a minor crease on the ottoman. Chrome is bright and shiny. M...
Category
1970s Norwegian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Chrome
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
Pair of Swedish Oversized Lounge Chairs, 1960
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wonderful pair of oversized Swedish lounge chairs, 1960, with original beige floral upholstery with colorful accents and fluted teak legs, the hazelnut brown fabric on the sides of t...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
Set of 6 Hans Wegner CH 23 Dining Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of six Hans Wegner CH 23 dining chairs designed in 1951 and produced by Carl Hansen & Son. Chairs have been totally restored. Teak Back with Oak Legs. Cane Seat. Signed with Burn...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Cane, Oak, Teak
Pair of Lounge Chairs, Upholstered in Pure Alpaca
Located in LEWES, GB
A superb pair of modern round arm Danish-style armchairs. Handmade beech frames, sprung seat and newly upholstered in a premium, golden brown, soft, pure alpaca wool fabric with soli...
Category
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Alpaca, Beech, Oak
Pair Teak with Wool Cushions Armchairs by DHS Design Denmark 1980
By Dhs Designs
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Typical and beautiful craftsman lounge / easy chairs from the 1980's and designed and made by DHS Design from Denmark. Only the best materials and techniques are used for building th...
Category
1980s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Wool, Teak
Pair of Ryo Lounge Chairs in Sheepskin by Dagmar
Located in London, England
Dagmar - Custom-made Ryo Lounge Chair
The Ryo chair has been developed and produced at our workshops in London using the highest quality materials. The Ryo is a new edition of a des...
Category
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Sheepskin, Oak
Scandinavian Rosewood and Black Leather Seating Group "Monte Carlo", 1965
Located in Karlstad, SE
Top-quality sofas designed by Ingvar Stockum for Futura Möbler in 1965. This group includes two 2-seaters and one 3-seater.
The "Monte Carlo" sofa was only in production for two yea...
Category
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
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
Erik Buch Bar Stools Model Od-61 by Oddense Møbelfabrik in Denmark
By Erik Buch
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare set of 3 bar stools model OD-61 designed by Erik Buch. Produced by Oddense Møbelfabrik in Denmark.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Arne Norell 'Mexico' Sofa in Moss Green Leather, 3 Seats, Denmark 1960s
Located in Bochum, NRW
Arne Norell, 'Mexico' sofa, leather and teak, Sweden, 1960s.
This comfortable three seats sofa is designed by Arne Norell and holds a robust, sturdy character. The base is made of...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood
Early Alvar Aalto Spring Chair Model 42, Bent Plywood and Birch, Artek 1940s
Located in Helsinki, FI
One of the most iconic and finest furniture works from Alvar Aalto, the model 42 chair, also known as spring chair, `Pikku Paimio` or Small Paimio in english. It is regarded as an i...
Category
1940s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Birch, Plywood
Apollo Chair and Ottoman by Svend Skipper for Skippers Mobler
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Apollo chair by Svend Skipper for Skippers Mobler, and ottoman.
Ottoman 22" wide x 19" deep x 13.5" high
This 'Apollo' model easy chair is made of a black bent plywood frame and black leather upholstery. Produced by Skippers Furniture in Denmark during the 1970s, the piece looks similar to the “Kroken” chair...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Bentwood
'Hippo' Chair by Norr11, Natural Oak, Barnum Bouclé col.24
Located in Paris, IDF
HIPPO Chair
Signed by Kristian Sofus Hansen and Tommy Hyldahl for Norr11.
Model shown on the picture:
Wood: Natural Oak
Fabric: Barnum Bouclé 024.
Wood types available: nat...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Wool, Oak
Carl Gustaf Hiort af Ornäs, Lounge Chair, Wood, Fabric, Finland, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A green fabric and wood lounge chair designed by Carl Gustaf Hiort af Ornäs and produced by Hiort Tuote Puunveisto, Finland, c. 1940s.
Dimensions: 37.75” H x 26.25” W x 29” D
Seat ...
Category
1940s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Danish 1940s Lounge Chairs with Elmwood Armrests
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Beautiful and very unique Danish 1940s lounge chair with nicely carved armrest in blond lacquered elmwood. Light elegant design in the style ...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Wool, Elm
Little Big Chair Armchair + Pouf, Sheepskin Set by Norr11, Moonlight
Located in Paris, IDF
Little big armchair + little big pouf
Signed by Kristian Sofus Hansen and Tommy Hyldahl for Norr11.
Model shown on the picture:
Fabric: Sheepskin...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Sheepskin
Midcentury Modern Oak Lounge Chair by Henning Kjærnulf, Denmark, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Cool “Razorblade” lounge chair by Henning Kjaernulf, in a rustic meets modernism design. Made of oak with beautiful wood grain, upholstered with Tibe...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Sheepskin, Oak
Mid century Danish modern red leather 3 seat sofa
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Mid century burnt Red leather 3 seat danish modern sofa designed by Svend Skipper for Skippers Mobler. Beautiful soft burnt red leather with tufted cushions. Great design. Made in De...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
Set of 4 Alvar Aalto Stackable 3 Legged Stools Model 60 in Brich, Artek 1930s
Located in Helsinki, FI
A set of the iconic model 60 stools designed by Alvar Aalto for Artek. Inspired by the clean lines and organic forms of nature, the Alvar Aalto Model 60 Stool is a timeless piece of ...
Category
1930s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Birch
Set of 6 Scandinavian modern dining birch dining chairs
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Set of 6 Scandinavian modern dining birch dining chairs. Solid birch Scandinavian dining chairs matching set of (6) with brown striped upholstered cushions. Great design great shape ...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Birch
'Hippo' Bar Chair 65 by Norr11, Natural Oak, Barnum Bouclé col.24
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
Wood ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Wool, Oak
1960s, Danish 3 seater sofa, furniture velour, beech wood.
Located in Tarm, 82
1960s, Danish 3 seater sofa. Green furniture velour, brass springs in the seat, beech wood legs. Sofa was reupholstered about 15 years ago by craftsman. Good condition: no smells, no...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Velvet, Beech
Iconic Hans Wegner ‘Flag Halyard’ Lounge Chairs Early Edition Model GE225
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans J. Wegner for Getama, ‘Flag Halyard’ lounge chairs model ‘GE225’, rope, steel, dark green lacquered steel, leather, wood, sheepskin, Den...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Steel
Set of 4 Chairs in Mahogany and Leather by Kaare Klint Dining, 1930s
By Kaare Klint
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Set of 4 Chairs in Mahogany and Leather by Kaare Klint Dining, 1930s
Additional Information:
Material: Cuban mahogany and niger leather with brass rivets
Style: midcentury, Scan...
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
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Mahogany, Leather
Single Swedish Wooden "Utö" Dining Chair in Pine by Axel Einar Hjorth, 1930s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare Swedish single wooden "Utö" dining / office chair in pine by Axe Einar Hjorth produced by Nordiska Kompaniet Stockholm, 1930s. In good original condition.
Dimensions: H: 80 cm...
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1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
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Pine
Midcentury Swedish Sofa "Kontiki" by Arne Norell
Located in Karlstad, SE
This two-seater sofa was designed by Arne Norell in the 1970s. The "Kontiki" model reflects Norell's mastery of Scandinavian design, combining both comfort and craftsmanship. It feat...
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20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Beech
Hans J. Wegner “China Chair” FH-4283 for Fritz Hansen
Located in Vienna, AT
“China Chair”. Armchair, mahogany frame, cream leather seat Model 4283. Designed 1944 by Hans Wegner and manufactured and marked by Fritz Hansen.
Literature: “Nyt Tidsskrift for Kun...
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1990s Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Cherry
Otto Schulz, Lounge Chair in Green Velvet, Boet, Swedish Modern, 1940s
By Boet, Otto Schulz
Located in Odense, DK
An amazing lounge chair by the famous German born furniture designer Otto Schulz for Boet in Sweden. This chair is from the 50s and remains in a good vintage condition, with the orig...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Velvet, Wood
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...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Teak
Set of 10 ROSEWOOD and patinated niger leather dining chairs, by Kurt Østervig
Located in Uccle, BE
Set of 10 Skagen dining room chairs ( model 27 ) by Kurt Østervig.
The Skagen chairs are exemplified by their beautiful clean lines that seamlessly curve into elegant forms. It is a...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Goatskin, Leather, Walnut
Mid Century Modern Sculptural Lounge Chairs Ekornes Stressless Norway
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous iconic Stressless Recliner lounge chair by Ekornes. Chair is not signed but has the Made in Norway tag. Two piece set with Swiveling ottoman , Size is 21.75 x 18 x 15h. Lea...
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1970s Norwegian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Scandinavian Modern Rosewood Dining Chairs attr. Erik Buch
By Erik Buch
Located in Trenton, NJ
Sleek, sculptural, and undeniably sophisticated, this set of four Danish modern dining chairs is attributed to renowned designer Erik Buch. With their gracefully curved backrests, fi...
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Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Rosewood
Pair of Danish Modern Teak dining Chairs by Hans Olsen For Frem Rojle
By Hans Olsen, Frem Røjle
Located in San Diego, CA
A good looking pair of Danish teak dining chairs by Hans Olsen for Frem Rojle circa 1950's solid and sturdy all original condition very light use stored for many years , with Danish ...
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Naugahyde, Teak
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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