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Scandinavian Modern Furniture

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 

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

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
Handmade ceramic desk lamp by Norwegian artist Jossolini
Handmade ceramic desk lamp by Norwegian artist Jossolini

Handmade ceramic desk lamp by Norwegian artist Jossolini

By Jossolini

Located in Oslo, NO

Handcrafted desk lamp by Norwegian artist Johanne Birkeland. Both the lamp base and the lampshade is made by hand. Birkeland works under the artist name Jossolini, and all her piece...

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2010s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

Handmade ceramic lamp base by Norwegian artist Jossolini
Handmade ceramic lamp base by Norwegian artist Jossolini

Handmade ceramic lamp base by Norwegian artist Jossolini

By Jossolini

Located in Oslo, NO

Handcrafted ceramic table lamp by Norwegian artist Jossolini, aka Johanne Birkeland. All her works are designed, produced and fired at Birkeland’s atelier in Norway. This specific ...

Category

2010s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

Unique handcrafted table lamp by ceramic artist Jossolini
Unique handcrafted table lamp by ceramic artist Jossolini

Unique handcrafted table lamp by ceramic artist Jossolini

By Jossolini

Located in Oslo, NO

Handcrafted table lamp by Norwegian artist Johanne Birkeland. Birkeland works under the artist name Jossolini, and all her pieces are designed, crafted and fired at her studio at H...

Category

2010s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

Swedish Designer, Sewing Stool, Velvet, Wood, Sweden, 1940s
Swedish Designer, Sewing Stool, Velvet, Wood, Sweden, 1940s

Swedish Designer, Sewing Stool, Velvet, Wood, Sweden, 1940s

Located in High Point, NC

A green velvet and wood sewing stool designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s. Wear to wood legs consistent with age and use. Includes storage. Overall Dimensions (inches): 21.5"...

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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Pair of large wooden modernist table lamps, 1930s, Finland
Pair of large wooden modernist table lamps, 1930s, Finland

Pair of large wooden modernist table lamps, 1930s, Finland

Located in Turku, Varsinais-Suomi

Discover the timeless charm of this pair of large wooden modernist table lamps from 1930s Finland, crafted with an impressive scale that makes a bold statement in any space. These im...

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Early 20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Birch

Brutalist Sideboard in Oak, Danish Mid Century Modern, Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s
Brutalist Sideboard in Oak, Danish Mid Century Modern, Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s

Brutalist Sideboard in Oak, Danish Mid Century Modern, Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s

By Henning Kjærnulf

Located in Odense, DK

A rare & long beautiful low sideboard crafted in solid oak, made in the 1960s by Henning Kjærnulf. The piece combines clean architectural lines with a strong material presence, refle...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Oak

Pewter Vase designed by Ellen Schlanbusch for Just Andersen, 1940s, Denmark
Pewter Vase designed by Ellen Schlanbusch for Just Andersen, 1940s, Denmark

Pewter Vase designed by Ellen Schlanbusch for Just Andersen, 1940s, Denmark

By Just Andersen

Located in Værløse, DK

Elegant Pewter Vase with Round Cannelated body designed by Ellen Schlanbusch for Just Andersen in the 1940s. * Pewter vase round cannelated body * Designer: Ellen Schlanbusch * Man...

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1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Pewter

Lovely Ceiling Lamp Made in Teak by Temde Swiss, 1960s
Lovely Ceiling Lamp Made in Teak by Temde Swiss, 1960s

Lovely Ceiling Lamp Made in Teak by Temde Swiss, 1960s

Located in Nürnberg, Bayern

Lovely Ceiling Lamp Made in Teak by Temde Swiss, 1960s Above the opening of the plastic balls, the plastic has yellowed slightly due to the heat from the light bulb. It is visible, ...

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1960s Swiss Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Metal

Böhlmarks wall lamp 8661, Scandinavian design, brass & steel, Sweden, 1940s
Böhlmarks wall lamp 8661, Scandinavian design, brass & steel, Sweden, 1940s

Böhlmarks wall lamp 8661, Scandinavian design, brass & steel, Sweden, 1940s

By Arvid Böhlmarks Lampfabrik, Harald Notini

Located in Forserum, SE

A beautiful wall fixture, model 8661, produced by the Swedish manufacturer Arvid Böhlmarks Lampfabrik in the 1940s. Attributed to the architect Harald Notini, artistic director at th...

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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass, Steel

Verner Panton 'Easy' Sofa for Verpan
Verner Panton 'Easy' Sofa for Verpan

Verner Panton 'Easy' Sofa for Verpan

By Verner Panton

Located in Tilburg, NL

Verner Panton 'Easy' sofa for Verpan. Designed in 1963. New, current production. With its round shapes and layered design, the Easy collection stands out as one of the most visually...

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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Fabric

Mid Century Danish Modern Scandinavian Teak Twin Size Murphy Bed with Cabinet
Mid Century Danish Modern Scandinavian Teak Twin Size Murphy Bed with Cabinet

Mid Century Danish Modern Scandinavian Teak Twin Size Murphy Bed with Cabinet

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Mid Century Danish Modern Scandinavian Teak Twin Size Murphy Bed with Cabinet. In the Style of Hans J. Wegner / RY Mobler. Teak cabinet with fold-down Murphy bed stored inside. Mattr...

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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass, Steel

Pair of Danish 1940s Alfred Christensen Low Back Easy Chairs with open Armrests
Pair of Danish 1940s Alfred Christensen Low Back Easy Chairs with open Armrests

Pair of Danish 1940s Alfred Christensen Low Back Easy Chairs with open Armrests

By Alfred Christensen, Slagelse Mobelvaerk

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Classic pair of elegant Danish low back armchairs from the 1940s by Alfred Christensen for Slagelse Mobelvaerk with open armrests in beautifully curved oak. legs and armrests have a ...

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1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Wool, Oak

Mid-Century Model “2433” Brass Desk Lamp by Valinte Oy, Finland, 1950s
Mid-Century Model “2433” Brass Desk Lamp by Valinte Oy, Finland, 1950s

Mid-Century Model “2433” Brass Desk Lamp by Valinte Oy, Finland, 1950s

By Valinte Oy

Located in Karis, Nyland

A sculptural mid-century desk lamp in solid brass, defined by its flowing S-shaped stem and low, domed shade. The curved arm rises organically from the rounded base, creating a conti...

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1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass

Danish Designer, Lounge Chair, Fabric, Wood, Metal, Denmark, 1940s
Danish Designer, Lounge Chair, Fabric, Wood, Metal, Denmark, 1940s

Danish Designer, Lounge Chair, Fabric, Wood, Metal, Denmark, 1940s

Located in High Point, NC

A green velvet, wood and metal lounge chair designed and produced in Denmark, c. 1940s. Wear consistent with age and use. Vintage fabric in fair condition. Overall Dimensions (inch...

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1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Metal

1960s, Lounge Chair 'Mexico' by Arne Norell Sweden
1960s, Lounge Chair 'Mexico' by Arne Norell Sweden

1960s, Lounge Chair 'Mexico' by Arne Norell Sweden

By Arne Norell

Located in Silvolde, Gelderland

An original 1960s “Mexico” armchair designed by Arne Norell, Sweden. This striking piece reflects Norell’s signature blend of Scandinavian craftsmanship and South American-inspired d...

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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Leather

Model 1256/5 Pendant, Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy, 1930/1940s
Model 1256/5 Pendant, Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy, 1930/1940s

Model 1256/5 Pendant, Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy, 1930/1940s

By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell

Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa

Model 1256/5 pendant, design Paavo Tynell, manufactured by Taito Oy, 1930/1940s. Brass and birch frame, opaline glass shades. Good vintage condition, patina consistent with age and u...

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1940s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass

Scandinavian Modern Hans J. Wegner Rocking Chair, Red Lacquer, 1960s, Denmark
Scandinavian Modern Hans J. Wegner Rocking Chair, Red Lacquer, 1960s, Denmark

Scandinavian Modern Hans J. Wegner Rocking Chair, Red Lacquer, 1960s, Denmark

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Odense, DK

Rare early rocking chair model J16 by Hans J. Wegner manufactured by FDB in the 1960s. This rare red lacquered version were made in few numbers for a limited time-period and are a ra...

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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Papercord, Beech, Lacquer

Scandinavian Danish modern leather 3 seat sofa style of Arne Norell Sweden
Scandinavian Danish modern leather 3 seat sofa style of Arne Norell Sweden

Scandinavian Danish modern leather 3 seat sofa style of Arne Norell Sweden

By Arne Norell

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Scandinavian modern Brown leather 3 seat sofa style of Arne Norell Sweden. Brown leather upholstery and cushions with woven leather stitches. Beech stained Bentwood legs. Shows nice ...

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1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Leather, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Sizable Flush Mount with Brass Wire, Model 20399, Idman 1950s
Mid-Century Modern Sizable Flush Mount with Brass Wire, Model 20399, Idman 1950s

Mid-Century Modern Sizable Flush Mount with Brass Wire, Model 20399, Idman 1950s

By Idman Oy

Located in Helsinki, FI

This elegant Mid-Century Modern flush mount ceiling light by Idman, crafted in the 1950s, exudes timeless charm with its soft, diffused glow and beautifully balanced design. The roun...

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1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Metal, Brass

Danish Modern Table Lamp, Walnut Base with Capiz Shell Shade, 1960s
Danish Modern Table Lamp, Walnut Base with Capiz Shell Shade, 1960s

Danish Modern Table Lamp, Walnut Base with Capiz Shell Shade, 1960s

Located in Round Top, TX

Capiz shell shade + Danish Modern walnut table lamp, circa 1960s. An exquisite and uncommon combination of materials and forms that are complementary and please the eye. Capiz shad...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass

Panton 'Panthella 250' Original Green Portable Table Lamp for Louis Poulsen
Panton 'Panthella 250' Original Green Portable Table Lamp for Louis Poulsen

Panton 'Panthella 250' Original Green Portable Table Lamp for Louis Poulsen

By Verner Panton, Louis Poulsen

Located in Glendale, CA

Panton 'Panthella 250' Original Green Portable Table Lamp for Louis Poulsen The 'Panthella' table lamp, originally designed in 1971, reflects Panton's fascination with organic forms...

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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Acrylic

Alvar Aalto Highback Tank Arm Chair Model A 38 in Sheepskin, Artek 1940s
Alvar Aalto Highback Tank Arm Chair Model A 38 in Sheepskin, Artek 1940s

Alvar Aalto Highback Tank Arm Chair Model A 38 in Sheepskin, Artek 1940s

A beautiful early version of the A38 “high back” Tank chair by Alvar Aalto. A substantial and commanding piece, this is among the rarer chair models in Aalto’s oeuvre and remains sel...

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1940s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Sheepskin, Birch

Oiva Toikka for Iittala Scandinavian Modern Art Glass Dove Sculpture, Finland
Oiva Toikka for Iittala Scandinavian Modern Art Glass Dove Sculpture, Finland

Oiva Toikka for Iittala Scandinavian Modern Art Glass Dove Sculpture, Finland

By Oiva Toikka, Iittala

Located in Valencia, VC

Oiva Toikka for Iittala Scandinavian Modern Art Glass Dove Sculpture, Finland, 1980s A very beautiful Scandinavian Modern clear art glass dove sculpture with mottled white glass app...

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1980s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass

Pair of “Adam” Easy Chairs by Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist, Sweden, 1950s
Pair of “Adam” Easy Chairs by Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist, Sweden, 1950s

Pair of “Adam” Easy Chairs by Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist, Sweden, 1950s

Located in ŁÓDŹ, PL

A refined pair of “Adam” easy chairs designed by Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist for Nordiska Kompaniet in 1950s Sweden. The chairs are characterized by their sculptural, fully upholstered ...

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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Beech, Wool, Alpaca, Cotton

Five Bay Teak Wall Mounted Shelving (w/ Corner) Unit By Torbjorn Afdal C. 1960s
Five Bay Teak Wall Mounted Shelving (w/ Corner) Unit By Torbjorn Afdal C. 1960s

Five Bay Teak Wall Mounted Shelving (w/ Corner) Unit By Torbjorn Afdal C. 1960s

By Torbjørn Afdal, Bruksbo, Poul Cadovius, Cado

Located in Peabody, MA

Midcentury "Cado " style wall-mounted shelving unit in teak, circa 1960s, from the "Veggen de Luxe" line, designed by Torbjorn Afdal and Rolf Hesland, made in Norway by Ringerike Mobel in collaboration with Bruskbo. Five bay unit consists of a corner section with work desk, a cabinet with four drawers and interior LP record storage...

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1960s Norwegian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Teak

Mid Century Danish Modern long low light teak 6 drawer dresser Denmark
Mid Century Danish Modern long low light teak 6 drawer dresser Denmark

Mid Century Danish Modern long low light teak 6 drawer dresser Denmark

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Mid Century Danish Modern light teak 6 drawer dresser A beautiful example of Danish design in simplicity and quality. The teak color really looks beautiful in any modern designed r...

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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Wood, Teak

Handcrafted Live Edge Olive Wood & Crystal Clear Epoxy Resin Dining Table
Handcrafted Live Edge Olive Wood & Crystal Clear Epoxy Resin Dining Table

Handcrafted Live Edge Olive Wood & Crystal Clear Epoxy Resin Dining Table

Located in İnegöl, TR

Materials: Sustainably sourced Olive Wood, Premium UV-Resistant Crystal Clear Resin. Dimensions: 240 cm (L) x 100 cm (W) / Approx. 94.5" x 39.4" Finish: Hand-polished to a high-glo...

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2010s Turkish Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Epoxy Resin, Wood, Olive

Pair of Danish Modern Lounge Chairs in Ochre Yellow Velvet, Fritz Hansen, 1940s
Pair of Danish Modern Lounge Chairs in Ochre Yellow Velvet, Fritz Hansen, 1940s

Pair of Danish Modern Lounge Chairs in Ochre Yellow Velvet, Fritz Hansen, 1940s

By Fritz Hansen

Located in Odense, DK

A stunning set of Danish lounge chairs from the 1940s, featuring a sculptural, rounded form and generously padded seats, upholstered in a luxurious ochre yellow / green velvet. These...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Metal

Set of Six Johannes Andersen Teak Dining Chairs Mid-Century Danish Modern
Set of Six Johannes Andersen Teak Dining Chairs Mid-Century Danish Modern

Set of Six Johannes Andersen Teak Dining Chairs Mid-Century Danish Modern

By Johannes Andersen

Located in Philadelphia, PA

An incredible set of six dining chairs designed by Johannes Andersen. These feature solid teak frames, signature curved backs, and original upholstery.fabric seat could use updating.

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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Dining Chairs By Ilmari Tapiovaara Circa 1960s
Dining Chairs By Ilmari Tapiovaara Circa 1960s

Dining Chairs By Ilmari Tapiovaara Circa 1960s

By Ilmari Tapiovaara

Located in Gloucester, GB

Dining Chairs By Ilmari Tapiovaara Circa 1960s - Price is for the set of 6 - Black frames with teak seats - Designed by Ilmari Tapiovaara - Produced by Asko - Finnish ~ 1960s - 43cm...

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Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Beech, Teak

Paavo Tynell Flush Mount Model 1076 in Brass & Rattan, Idman 1950s
Paavo Tynell Flush Mount Model 1076 in Brass & Rattan, Idman 1950s

Paavo Tynell Flush Mount Model 1076 in Brass & Rattan, Idman 1950s

By Paavo Tynell, Idman

Located in Helsinki, FI

An atmospheric ceiling lamp designed by Paavo Tynell and manufactured by Idman in Finland during the 1950s. The lamp features a renewed rattan, wood-slatted shade that softens the li...

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1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Metal, Brass

Paavo Tynell, rare 1940s brass table lamp 9208, Taito Oy Finland
Paavo Tynell, rare 1940s brass table lamp 9208, Taito Oy Finland

Paavo Tynell, rare 1940s brass table lamp 9208, Taito Oy Finland

By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy

Located in Turku, Varsinais-Suomi

Discover the timeless elegance of the Paavo Tynell rare 1940s brass table lamp 9208, crafted by Taito Oy, Finland. This iconic piece exemplifies Scandinavian Vintage Design, blending...

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Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass

Scandinavian glass door handle, Lindshammar Glassworks, Sweden, 1960s
Scandinavian glass door handle, Lindshammar Glassworks, Sweden, 1960s

Scandinavian glass door handle, Lindshammar Glassworks, Sweden, 1960s

By Lindshammar Glasbruck

Located in Forserum, SE

A large mid-century door handle designed by Christer Sjögren and crafted at the Swedish glassworks Lindshammar in the 1960s as part of the Arkitekturglas (Architectural Glass) range....

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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Steel

Large Model K5-25 Flush Mount, Idman Oy, 1960s
Large Model K5-25 Flush Mount, Idman Oy, 1960s

Large Model K5-25 Flush Mount, Idman Oy, 1960s

By Idman Oy

Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa

Model K5-25 flush mount, manufactured by Idman, 1960s. Reupholstered with quality model Manor -fabric by Lauritzon. Brass details. Marked. Good vintage condition, minor patina consis...

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1960s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass

Panton 'Panthella 160' Original Brown Portable Table Lamp for Louis Poulsen
Panton 'Panthella 160' Original Brown Portable Table Lamp for Louis Poulsen

Panton 'Panthella 160' Original Brown Portable Table Lamp for Louis Poulsen

By Louis Poulsen, Verner Panton

Located in Glendale, CA

Panton 'Panthella 160' Original Brown Portable Table Lamp for Louis Poulsen The 'Panthella 160' lamp was designed in 1971 by Danish designer Verner Panton and remains one of his mos...

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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Metal

Swedish Designer, Wall Light, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s
Swedish Designer, Wall Light, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s

Swedish Designer, Wall Light, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s

Located in High Point, NC

A brass and beige fabric string wall light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s. Wear consistent with age and use. Overall Dimensions (Inches): 15.5"H x 13.5"W x 7.5"D Back P...

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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass

Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, Model Razoblade, Denmark 1970s, Oak
Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, Model Razoblade, Denmark 1970s, Oak

Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, Model Razoblade, Denmark 1970s, Oak

By Henning Kjærnulf

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Striking set of eight dining chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, made of oak and honey coloured shearling. Refreshing design with bold baroque coming together nicely with Mid-Century Modern...

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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Oak, Lambskin

The Golden Grid: A Swedish-Inspired Masterpiece of Scandinavian Modern Style
The Golden Grid: A Swedish-Inspired Masterpiece of Scandinavian Modern Style

The Golden Grid: A Swedish-Inspired Masterpiece of Scandinavian Modern Style

By Barbro Lundberg Nilsson

Located in Dallas, TX

31358 New Swedish-Inspired Kilim Rug, 09'00 x 10'00. This exceptional handwoven wool Swedish-inspired Indian kilim rug captures the essence of Scandinavian Modern design while introd...

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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Wool

Ewald Dahlskog – Green, Swiveled Ceramic Vase - 1930s
Ewald Dahlskog – Green, Swiveled Ceramic Vase - 1930s

Ewald Dahlskog – Green, Swiveled Ceramic Vase - 1930s

By Ewald Dahlskog, Bo Fajans

Located in Stockholm, SE

A lovely green ceramic vase designed by Ewald Dahlskog at Bo Fajans, Sweden in the 1930s. The vase is 18 cm (7.2") tall and in excellent condition. Ewald Dahlskog (1894–1950) was on...

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Early 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

Swedish Designer, Daybed, Birch, Fabric, Sweden, 1930s
Swedish Designer, Daybed, Birch, Fabric, Sweden, 1930s

Swedish Designer, Daybed, Birch, Fabric, Sweden, 1930s

Located in High Point, NC

A floral-printed fabric and stained birch daybed designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1930s. Wear consistent with age and use. Overall Dimensions (inches): 17.0"H x 76.0"W x 32.75"D...

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1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Birch

Verner Panton 'Easy' Sofa for Verpan
Verner Panton 'Easy' Sofa for Verpan

Verner Panton 'Easy' Sofa for Verpan

By Verner Panton

Located in Tilburg, NL

Verner Panton 'Easy' sofa for Verpan. Designed in 1963. New, current production. With its round shapes and layered design, the Easy collection stands out as one of the most visually...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Fabric

Panton 'Panthella 250' Original Brown Portable Table Lamp for Louis Poulsen
Panton 'Panthella 250' Original Brown Portable Table Lamp for Louis Poulsen

Panton 'Panthella 250' Original Brown Portable Table Lamp for Louis Poulsen

By Verner Panton, Louis Poulsen

Located in Glendale, CA

Panton 'Panthella 250' Original Brown Portable Table Lamp for Louis Poulsen The 'Panthella' table lamp, originally designed in 1971, reflects Panton's fascination with organic forms...

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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Acrylic

Hans J. Wegner Ox Chair Model EJ 100, black original leather
Hans J. Wegner Ox Chair Model EJ 100, black original leather

Hans J. Wegner Ox Chair Model EJ 100, black original leather

By Erik Jørgensen, Hans J. Wegner

Located in Esbjerg, DK

An immortal classic, the EJ-100, Ox chair designed by Hans J. Wegner in 1960, and is regarded as one of Wegners more important chairs. It was Wegner's fascination with Picasso that i...

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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Stainless Steel

Artek Stool by Alvar Aalto with Early Sandwich Construction and Zebra Fabric
Artek Stool by Alvar Aalto with Early Sandwich Construction and Zebra Fabric

Artek Stool by Alvar Aalto with Early Sandwich Construction and Zebra Fabric

This is an exceptional and highly sought-after vintage example of the quintessential Artek Stool 60, designed by the legendary Alvar Aalto. Originating from the 1930s, this stool fea...

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Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Birch

Danish Designer, Side Table, Wood, Iron, Denmark, 1950s
Danish Designer, Side Table, Wood, Iron, Denmark, 1950s

Danish Designer, Side Table, Wood, Iron, Denmark, 1950s

Located in High Point, NC

A freeform wood and black-lacquered iron side table likely designed and produced in Denmark, c. 1950s. Wear consistent with age and use, including natural cracking to wood. Natural ...

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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Iron

Pair of Frits Henningsen Armchairs in Mahogany, Cane and Leather, Denmark, 1931
Pair of Frits Henningsen Armchairs in Mahogany, Cane and Leather, Denmark, 1931

Pair of Frits Henningsen Armchairs in Mahogany, Cane and Leather, Denmark, 1931

By Frits Henningsen

Located in The Hague, NL

This rare pair of armchairs was designed and produced by Frits Henningsen in Denmark in the early 1930s. The frames are crafted from solid mahogany, showcasing warm tones and finely...

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1930s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Leather, Cane, Mahogany

Alvar Aalto ‘Tank’ Armchair in Honey Sheepskin, 1940s
Alvar Aalto ‘Tank’ Armchair in Honey Sheepskin, 1940s

Alvar Aalto ‘Tank’ Armchair in Honey Sheepskin, 1940s

By Alvar Aalto, Artek

Located in Prague, New Town

‘Tank’ armchair, model ’37/400′, designed by Alvar Aalto in 1936. Manufactured by Artek in Finland, 1940s. Made from laminated steam-bent birch plywood, recently reupholstered in hon...

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1940s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Sheepskin, Birch

Mid Century Danish Modern Teak Vanity, Console Table or Low Profile Desk
Mid Century Danish Modern Teak Vanity, Console Table or Low Profile Desk

Mid Century Danish Modern Teak Vanity, Console Table or Low Profile Desk

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A simple modern Scandinavian design from Denmark circa 1970's. This piece features all teak wood construction with generous storage and a unique bowed front. A very versatile piece f...

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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Teak

Handcrafted desk lamp by Jossolini
Handcrafted desk lamp by Jossolini

Handcrafted desk lamp by Jossolini

By Jossolini

Located in Oslo, NO

Handcrafted desk lamp by Norwegian ceramic artist Johanne Birkeland, aka Jossolini. This unique piece consists of two parts: a ceramic lamp base and a ceramic lamp shade. Both ar...

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2010s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass

Handmade ceramic desk lamp from Norwegian artist Jossolini
Handmade ceramic desk lamp from Norwegian artist Jossolini

Handmade ceramic desk lamp from Norwegian artist Jossolini

By Jossolini

Located in Oslo, NO

Handcrafted desk lamp by Norwegian ceramic artist Johanne Birkeland, aka Jossolini. This unique piece consists of two parts: a ceramic lamp base and a ceramic lamp shade. Both ar b...

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2010s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass

Set of Swedish Pine Wood Sconces by Solbackens Svarveri, Sweden, 1970s
Set of Swedish Pine Wood Sconces by Solbackens Svarveri, Sweden, 1970s

Set of Swedish Pine Wood Sconces by Solbackens Svarveri, Sweden, 1970s

By Solbackens Svarveri

Located in Værløse, DK

Elegant Swedish Modern Pine Wood Sconces made by Solbackens Svarveri in the 1970s. * set (2) of pine wood night lamps / sconces with light beige fabric shades * Manufacturer: Solba...

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1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Pine

Model K5-25 flush mount, Idman Oy, 1950s
Model K5-25 flush mount, Idman Oy, 1950s

Model K5-25 flush mount, Idman Oy, 1950s

By Idman Oy

Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa

Model K5-25 flush mount, manufactured by Idman, 1950s. Reupholstered shade, brass details. Good vintage condition, minor patina consistent with age and use. 

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1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass

Set of 12 Henning Kjærnulf “Razorblade” Dining Chairs in Oak & Mohair, 1960s
Set of 12 Henning Kjærnulf “Razorblade” Dining Chairs in Oak & Mohair, 1960s

Set of 12 Henning Kjærnulf “Razorblade” Dining Chairs in Oak & Mohair, 1960s

By Henning Kjærnulf, Nyrup Møbelfabrik

Located in Odense, DK

An exceptional set of 12 dining chairs designed by Henning Kjærnulf for Nyrup Møbelfabrik, Denmark, in the 1960s. Known as the celebrated “Razorblade” model, these chairs are disting...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Wool, Oak, Mohair

Pair Mid Century Danish Modern teak bamboo nightstands by DUX
Pair Mid Century Danish Modern teak bamboo nightstands by DUX

Pair Mid Century Danish Modern teak bamboo nightstands by DUX

By Dux of Sweden

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Pair of teak and bamboo nightstands with rattan details designed by Kenneth Bergenblad for Dux as part of the "Manilla" collection. Has 2 narrow drawers per nightstand with a lower s...

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1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Bamboo, Teak

Scandinavian Modern furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Scandinavian Modern furniture 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 furniture created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, lighting, decorative objects and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Scandinavian Modern furniture 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 furniture, popular names associated with this style include Hans J. Wegner, Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Rörstrand, and Rug & Kilim. 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 furniture differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $12 and tops out at $350,000 while the average work can sell for $2,339.

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