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
- 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
Mogens Koch for Rud Radmussen Modular Library in Mahogany
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Mogens Koch for Rud Rasmussen, modular book case or library, mahogany, Denmark, design 1928
Intriguing and substantial modular library by Danish designer Mogens Koch. This piece is ...
Category
1920s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Set of Six Model 71 Chairs, Niels O. Møller, J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik, 1950/1960
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Set of six model 71 chairs, designed by Niels O. Møller, manufactured by J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik, 1950/1960. Teak frame with papercord seat. Good vintage condition, minor patina con...
Category
1960s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Papercord, Teak
Lounge chair 'Inca' by Arne Norell, Sweden, 1970s
By Arne Norell
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Great lounge chair by renowned Swedish designer Arne Norell for his own company during the 1970s.
Model 'Inca' is big and comfortable. Body of beech with couchins of original flowe...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Beech
1930s-50s Frits Henningsen Solid Oak Coffee Table with Cabriole Legs
Located in London, GB
This 1940s oak coffee table made by Frits Henningsen in the 1930s-50s is a another example Frits Henningsen's commitment to quality and craftsmanship. Whereas most designers and cabi...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Oak
Verner Panton 'Easy' Sofa for Verpan
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
French handcrafted 1-door 3-drawer green wooden credenza by E. Gizard, Paris
By Éric Gizard
Located in Landivy, FR
This 1-door and 3-drawer cabinet is designed by Eric Gizard - Paris.
It is 100% made in France with solid ash wood, veneer and lacquered doors in MDF panels.
Each door and each dr...
Category
2010s French Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Wood, Ash
Åby Möbelfabrik 'Lövåsen' Armchair in Pine and Light Fabric, 1940s
By Åby Möbler
Located in Prague, New Town
Rare ‘Lövåsen’ armchair, made by Åby Möbelfabrik, Sweden, 1940s. Solid pine, details in wrought iron, loose cushions in light fabric.
Dimensions:
Height: 77 cm / 30.32 in
Width: 72 ...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Iron
Carl Malmsten Pair of 'Farmor' Armchairs in Honey Sheepskin, 1950s
Located in Prague, New Town
Pair of ‘Farmor’ armchairs, designed by Carl Malmsten, 1956. Produced by O.H. Sjögren in Sweden, 1950s. Legs in wood, newly upholstered in honey sheepskin.
Dimensions:
Height: 103 c...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Sheepskin, Wood
Danish Modern Sculptural Candleholders in Brass, 1970s, Set of 3
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Sculptural organically shaped candlesticks in solid brass. They have an almost fluid shape. Unknown Danish maker circa 1960s-70s in a style reminiscent of Pierre Forsell, Henning Kop...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Swedish Designer, Sofa, Wood, Velvet, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A dark-stained wood and green velvet sofa designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1930s.
Vintage fabric in distressed condition, ideally reupholstered.
Dimensions: 32” H x 74” W x 36” ...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Modernist Stone Coffee Table by Erling Viksjø for Conglo, Norway, 1960s
By AS Conglo Design, Erling Viksjø
Located in Stockholm, SE
Beautiful walnut table with stone top by Erling Viksjø. The stones and shards of different sizes and colors are molded in concrete, creating associations to stony beaches and sea beds.
Category
1960s Norwegian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Stone, Concrete
Swedish Designer, Cabinet, Birch, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A dark-stained birch cabinet designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1930s.
Dimensions: 58.8” H x 38.5” W x 18.375” D
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Birch
Swedish Designer, Side Table, Oak, Glass, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
An oak, glass and fabric cord side table designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Dimensions: 21.75” H x 23.9” Diameter
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Glass, Oak
Set of Two Vintage "Paper Bag" Vases by Tapio Wirkkala for Rosenthal - 1970's
Located in Camblanes et Meynac, FR
Set of Two Vintage Beige/Brown "Paper Bag" Vases by Tapio Wirkkala for Rosenthal
pair of vintage "Paper Bag" vases designed by Tapio Wirkkala for Rosenthal. These exceptional pieces...
Category
1970s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Set of Swedish Pine Wood Sconces by Solbackens Svarveri, Sweden, 1970s
Located in Værløse, DK
Set of Swedish Modern Pine Wood Sconces made by Solbackens Svarveri in the 1970s. A Scandinavian touch for a beautiful home.
* Pair (2) of pine wood night lamps / sconces with beige...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Pine
Swedish designer elegant lounge chairs, 1950s
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Pair of lounge chairs by unknown Swedish designer and cabinetmaker.
Generous proportions and beautiful details on legs.
Original fabric with signs of use.
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Beech
Scandinavian Midcentury Rosewood Sofa "Monte Carlo", 1965
Located in Karlstad, SE
Top-quality lounge sofa designed by Ingvar Stockum for Futura Möbler in 1965.
The "Monte Carlo" series was only in production for two years because production costs were too high. ...
Category
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Rosewood
Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Set with Table, Bench, Set of Chairs
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Dining room set consisting of a dining table, bench, and pair of chairs, solid beech, Scandinavia, 1980s
This expansive dining room set is a rare find, distinguished by its exceptio...
Category
1980s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Beech
Large Sisal and Teak Pendant Lamp by Temde
Located in München, DE
Exceptionally beautiful and very large pendant lamp from the 1960s.
The design was very unusual.
The shape and the materials create a warm and very pleasant light.
Condition:
Very ...
Category
1960s German Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Raffia, Plastic, Teak
TMF, Side Table, Birch, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A birch side table produced by TMF, Sweden, 1930s.
Dimensions: 23.5” H x 33.625” Diameter
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Birch
Scandinavian Modern Large Sideboard or Cabinet on Wheels, 1930s Functionalism
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Odense, DK
Unique early modernist "Funkis" sideboard made in Scandinavia in the 1930s. The sideboard stands on wooden casters and can be moved around.
Category
1930s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Wood
Swedish Modern Stool in Sahara Sheepskin, 1940s
Located in Prague, New Town
Swedish Modern stool, made by a Swedish cabinetmaker in the 1940s. Newly upholstered in Sahara sheepskin.
A set of three is available. Please refer to 1stDibs listing number LU6233...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Sheepskin, Wood
Swedish Designer, Floor Lamp, Oak, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
An oak, brass and off-white fabric floor lamp or lamp table designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 58.25“ H x 19.75” W x 29” D
Dimension...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Large Swedish Stump Chair 'Kubbstol' ca 1950
Located in Farsta, SE
Large Swedish Stump Chair 'Kubbstol' ca 1950
Made of solid pine.
Heigth: 93 cm/36.6 inch
Depth: 52 cm/20.4 inch
Width: 57 cm/22.4 inch
Seat Heigth: 47 cm/18.5 inch
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Pine
Hans-Agne Jakobsson Verdigris Patinated 'Mini-Tratten' Outdoor Pendant
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans-Agne Jakobsson Verdigris Patinated 'Mini-Tratten' Outdoor Pendant
An exclusive made for U.S. and UL listed authorized re-edition of the classic Swedish design from Jakobsson, E...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal
A pair of ceiling lamp by Paavo Tynell model K2-20
By Paavo Tynell, Idman Oy
Located in Long Island City, NY
A pair of ceiling lamps model "K2-20", designed by Paavo Tynell for Idman Oy, Finland, circa 1950th. Custom version with brass stem and wire decor. Perforated polished brass and fros...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Sisal and Walnut Pendant Lamp by Temde
Located in München, DE
Exceptionally beautiful and large pendant lamp from the 1960s.
The design is very unusual.
The shape and materials create a warm and very pleasant light.
Condition:
Very good vinta...
Category
1960s German Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Raffia, Plastic, Walnut
Set of Dark Stained Wall Lamps by Jan Wickelgren for Aneta, Sweden, 1970s
By Aneta
Located in Værløse, DK
Set of Dark Stained Pine wood Wall Lamps designed by Jan Wickelgren for Aneta in the 1970s. A fine Scandinavian duo.
* Pair (2) of wall lamps in dark stained pine wood with beige f...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Pine
Midcentury Modern Floor Lamps by Bertil Brisborg, NK, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pair of elegant floor lamps by Bertil Brisborg, made from brass in a towering size. Stems dressed in cognac colored leather.
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Leather
Scandinavian Lounge Chair Esko Pajamies “Pele” for Lepokalusto, Finland, 1970s
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
This lounge chair was manufactured by the Finnish furniture company, Lahden Lepokalusto Oy in the 1970s.
The “Pele” lounge chair by Finnish designe...
Category
1970s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Suede, Oak
Mogens Koch for Rud. Radmussen Substantial Modular Library in Pine
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Mogens Koch for Rud. Rasmussen, modular bookcase or library, pine, Denmark, design 1928
Intriguing and substantial modular library by Danish designer Mogens Koch. This piece is con...
Category
1920s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Pine
Mogens Voltelen 'Copenhagen' Lounge Chair in Patinated Cognac Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Mogens Voltelen for Niels Vodder, lounge chair model ‘Copenhagen', beech, patinated leather, brass, Denmark, design 1936, made 1940s
The ‘Copenhagen’ lounge chair was designed by Mo...
Category
1930s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Vintage Sideboard by Leo Bub for Bub Wertmöbel, 1960s
By Bub Wertmöbel 1
Located in Ranst, VAN
Beautiful sideboard by Leo Bub for BUB Wertmöbel. This sideboard is a true collector’s piece, featuring four hinged doors, two inner drawers, and a lot of storage space. Made of teak...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Teak
Swedish Designer, Pendant Light, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and off-white opaline glass pendant light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
The brass stem, socket and canopy presents with moderate oxidation.
Overall Dimensions ...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Pair of Illums Bolighus Candelabras Brass Serpentine Candle Holder Denmark 1950s
Located in Basel, BS
Pair of Illums Bolighus serpentine candelabras in solid brass, made in Denmark in the 1950s.
Both are in very good condition with a beautiful subtle patina.
For candles with a diam...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Ilmari Lappalainen Pair of ‘Laila’ Armchairs in Espresso sheepskin, 1950s
Located in Prague, New Town
Pair of Finnish ‘Laila’ armchairs (model ‘238’), designed by Ilmari Lappalainen (1918-2006). Manufactured by Asko in the late 1940s. Seats are newly upholstered in Espresso sheepskin...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Sheepskin, Wood
Konsthantverk Stoby Oxide D30 Opal Glass Ceiling Lamp
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Ceiling lamp model Stoby designed by Konsthantverk and manufactured by themselves.
A true Art Nouveau classic in white matte opal glass and oxidized brass.
Comes in a number of diff...
Category
2010s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Hans J. Wegner AT 309 Drop leaf table
Located in Portland, OR
Solid teak top, oak legs and beautifully patinated brass supports. Model 309 dining table by Hans Wegner, made by Andreas Tuck. Denmark 1950s. Scarce model. Beautiful condition gentl...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Exceptional Bo Lindahl Cabinet in Walnut and Rosewood Marquetry, Sweden, 1953
Located in The Hague, NL
This exceptional cabinet was designed and handcrafted by Bo Lindahl in Sweden. This unique masterpiece was created as a journeyman's piece at the Central Workshop School in Häggvik, ...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Børge Mogensen Oak Chest of Drawers, circa 1960, Sweden.
Located in Brussels, BE
Børge Mogensen low chest of drawers for Karl Andersson & Söner, circa 1960, Sweden.
Oak, 4 drawers.
Dimensions: 66 cm H, 68 cm W, 48 cm D.
Original condition.
All purchases are cover...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Oak
Set of 2 Wicker Tripod Table Lamps by Temde
Located in München, DE
Wonderful table lamps from the 1950s.
Exceptionally design with a fantastic cozy charisma.
The rattan lamp umbrellas create a cozy light.
Wonderful three -legged teak feet.
Manufact...
Category
1950s German Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Teak, Wicker
Swedish Designer, Wall Light, Bronze, Fabric, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A bronze and floral-printed fabric wall light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1930s.
Overall Dimensions (Inches): 20.1” H x 7” W x 5.4“ D
Back Plate Dimensions (Inches): 1” H x...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Arnold Madsen ‘Clam’ Chair in Sheepskin, 1940s
Located in Prague, New Town
Rare Danish armless 'Clam' chair, designed by Arnold Madsen (1907-1989). Produced by Madsen & Schubell in the 1940s. Made from wood, seat is newly uphol...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Sheepskin, Wood
Lovely Mid-Century Modern Pendant Light made in Rattan, Glass and Copper , 1960s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Rare and lovely decorative Mid-Century Modern pendant lamp.
Height adjustable from about 35cm to 95cm.
Executed in rattan, opaline glass and copper. The pendant lamp comes with 1 ...
Category
1960s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Copper
Set of Swedish Pine Wood Wall Lamps by Solbackens Svarveri, Sweden, 1970s
Located in Værløse, DK
Set Swedish Modern Pine wood Wall lamps made by Solbackens Svarveri in the 1970s. A Scandinavian touch to a beautiful home.
* A pair (2) of Pine wood sconces with off-white fabric s...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Pine
Swedish Designer, Floor Lamp, Birch, Nickel, Fabric, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A nickel-plated metal, birch and off-white fabric floor lamp designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1930s.
Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 66.25” H x 20“ W x 27“ D
Bulb Specif...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Nickel
Cabinet by Eugen Höglund for Bildh. verkstad Vetlanda, Sweden, 1940s
By Eugen Höglund
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Magnificent cabinet designed and made by Eugen Höglund in Vetlanda, Sweden, duing the 1940s.
Beautiful hand carved decor with Swedish motives. Made in walnut. Two shelves and three ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Custom Made Oak and Velvet Bench by Kai Kristiansen
Located in London, England
Bench designed by Danish master Kai Kristiansen in the 1950s and now produced under license by Dagmar.
Hand-made to order, this upholstered bench has a fumed and oiled oak frame. The padded top has been upholstered with in Pierre Frey mustard mohair...
Category
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Mohair, Oak
'Sudden Encounter in The Rain', Unique Ceramic Wall Relief, Heini Riitahuhta
Located in Helsinki, FI
A beautiful and unique piece by one of the most talented contemporary ceramic artists in Finland, Heini Riitahuhta, known for her distinctive style and vibrant floral patterns adorni...
Category
2010s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Ceramic, Wood
Swedish Modern Armchairs Attributed to Gösta Jonsson in Floweral Fabric, 1940s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare pair of Swedish mid century modern armchairs attributed to Gösta Jonsson / Otto Schulz in beech wood feet and original green floweral fabric produced in Sweden, 1940s. In good o...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Beech
"Times" Extendable Bar Cabinet by Torbjørn Afdal in Rosewood
Located in Dronten, NL
Rare and practical bar cabinet model Times designed by Torbjørn Afdal and produced by Mellemstrands Møbelfabrik in Norway.
Exceptional piece in beautiful all original condition.
To...
Category
1960s Norwegian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Dark Stained Wall Lamp by Aneta, Sweden, 1970s
By Aneta
Located in Værløse, DK
Dark Stained Pine wood Wall Lamp with the Original Shade made by Aneta in the 1970s.
* Wall lamp in dark stained pine wood with a beige fabric shade.
* Manufacturer: Aneta, Sweden...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Pine, Wood
Verner Panton 'Easy' Sofa for Verpan
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
Swedish Designer, Lounge Chairs, Velvet, Oak, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of pink velvet and oak lounge chairs designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1930s.
Vintage fabric with staining and sun-fading, ideally reupholstered.
Dimensions: 32” H x 29.75...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Velvet, Oak
Art Deco Louis Poulsen "A-lamp" Wall Sconces Patinated Brass, 1930s, Denmark
Located in Odense, DK
Very rare Scandinavian Modern wall sconces model "A-lamp" in solid brass. Manufactured by Louis Poulsen, Denmark in the 1930s. In the style of Poul Henningsen whose famous PH-lamps w...
Category
1930s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Egon Ostergaard for Svensk Mobelindustri Teak Roll-Top Secretary Desk, 1960s
Located in San Francisco, CA
A late-1960s Scandinavian modern teak roll-top secretary desk with pull-out writing surface and multiple drawers by Egon Ostergaard for Svensk Mobelindustri of Sweden.
Lockable cyli...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Ceiling Lamp Bubblan by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, Sweden 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Midcentury hanging glass ceiling lamp Bubblan " the Bubble" by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors Glass 1965, Sweden 1950s. Model RD 2177/117. Round shaped design lamp with a calming light ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Anna Lisa Thomson Vase Ekeby Sweden Flower Relief White Glaze15 1930s
Located in Basel, BS
Rare and early Anna Lisa Thomson stoneware vase with relief decor, hand crafted at Upsala Ekeby in Sweden in the late 1930s to early 1940s.
Beautiful cream white color, shows some p...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Earthenware
Pair of Swedish Bronze Sconces Candle Holders Scandinavian Modern
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Vintage pair of Scandinavian Modern Swedish brass wall-mounted candle sconces features ornate textured wall plates, framed with wide border with an abstract graphic pattern, equipped...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass, Bronze
Brutalist Sideboard in Oak, Danish Mid Century Modern, Kjærnulf Style, 1960s
Located in Odense, DK
A fantastic classic sideboard in oak with a sculptural front design. Made by a Danish Cabinetmaker in the 1960s. This piece is in a good vintage condition, with few traces of wear.
...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Oak
Set of Dark Stained Pine Wood Wall Lamps by Aneta, Sweden, 1970s
By Aneta
Located in Værløse, DK
A set Dark Stained Swedish Modern Pine wood Wall lamps made by Aneta in the 1970s. A fine Scandinavian duo.
* A pair (2) of wall lamps in dark stained pine wood with white round gl...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Glass, Wood, Pine
Scandinavian Mid-Century Bedside Tables Model Casino, 1960s
Located in Karlstad, SE
Pair of bedside tables model "Casino" by Sven Engström & Gunnar Myrstrand, 1960s.
These vintage oak bedside tables showcase a timeless, minimalist design with clean lines and sturdy ...
Category
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Oak
Swedish Art Deco High-Legged Cabinet with Carved Doors in Oak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Thysells Möbler, high-legged sideboard, oak, Sweden, 1940s
This elegant sideboard is designed according to the stylistic principles of the so-called Swedish Grace style. The corpus ...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Oak
Danish Modern Teak King Bed frame set with nightstands by Nils Jonsson Torring
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Wonderful Danish Modern Teak King bed frame with Nightstands by Nils Jonsson for Torring Mobelfabrik. The King size Bed frame set very nicely fabri...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Laminate, Beech, Teak
1950s Sofa by Kerstin Horlin-Holmquist
Located in Turners Falls, MA
Sofa designed by Kerstin Horlin-Holmquist. Manufactured by Nordiska Kompaniet. Birch legs with vintage upholstery. 1958
Unmarked
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Birch
Niels Møller for Gudme Møbelfabrik Danish Modern Dining Table, Newly Refinished
Located in South Bend, IN
A sleek and stylish mid-century Danish Modern sculpted rosewood extension dining table
By Niels Møller for Gudme Møbelfabrik
Denmark, Circa 1960s
Measures: 64"W x 41.5"D x 27.5"H....
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Rosewood
A vase by FOLKE ARSTRÖM forGAB limited edition of 150.
Located in Long Island City, NY
A pewter vase by FOLKE ARSTRÖM for GAB, Sweden, circa 1930th. Limited edition of 150.
Stamped and numbered 57/150.
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1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Pewter
Set of Dark Stained Wall Lamps by Jan Wickelgren for Aneta, Sweden, 1970s
By Aneta
Located in Værløse, DK
Set of Dark Stained Pine wood Wall Lamps with the Original Shades designed by Jan Wickelgren for Aneta in the 1970s. A fine Scandinavian duo.
* Pair (2) of wall lamps in dark stain...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Wood, Pine, Fabric
Finn Juhl 45 chair made of rosewood by Niels Vodder c1950
Located in London, GB
This 1950s make of Finn Juhl's iconic 45 chair was made circa 1950 by Niels Vodder and has recently been restored as an investment piece.
The rosewood frame has been disassembled an...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Rosewood
Vintage Atomic "Pop" Lidded Porcelain Casserole by L. Bernardaud & Co. of Limoge
Located in San Diego, CA
A nice Very cool and rare vintage atomic "Pop" lidded porcelain casserole by L. Bernardaud & Co. of Limoge, France, circa 1970s. The piece is in very good vintage condition with no ...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Danish Art Glass Wall Sconces 'Clouds' by Holmegaard, 1980s, Set of 2
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Bend circular wall sconces made from thick hand blown white blister glass. Made/designed at Holmegaard in Denmark during the 1980s for the Danish lighting company EL-Lights.
Measur...
Category
1980s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Art Glass
1970s Huge Brutalist Danish Sejer Unic Sculptural Ceramic Floor Vase Blue Grey
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Huge Mid-century Danish ceramic floor vase by Fridtjof Sejersen for Sejer ceramic studio. Made ca 1960s to 1970s. It´s made in his own studio workshop in Nr. Aaby on the Danish islan...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Danish Mid Century, Classic Rectangular Sideboard in Oak, Kjærnulf Style, 1960s
Located in Odense, DK
A spectacular brutalist sideboard in oak with brass fittings. Made by a Danish cabinetmaker in the 1960s. This piece is in a good vintage condition, with highlighted details such as ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
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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