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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
Carl-Axel Acking Swedish Modern Chandelier in Perforated Brass
Carl-Axel Acking Swedish Modern Chandelier in Perforated Brass

Carl-Axel Acking Swedish Modern Chandelier in Perforated Brass

By Carl-Axel Acking

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Carl-Axel Acking for Bröderna Malmströms Metallvarufabrik, chandelier, model '958' brass, Sweden, design 1939 In 1939, the young architect and designer Carl-Axel Acking (1910–2001) ...

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1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

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Brass

Otto Schulz for Boet Rare Cabinet in Sage Velvet, Birch, and Brass Nails
Otto Schulz for Boet Rare Cabinet in Sage Velvet, Birch, and Brass Nails

Otto Schulz for Boet Rare Cabinet in Sage Velvet, Birch, and Brass Nails

By Otto Schulz

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Otto Schulz for Boet, cabinet, velvet, brass, stained birch, Belgian blue limestone, Sweden, 1920s/1930s Otto Schulz (1882–1970), founder of the Gothenburg-based interior design com...

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1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

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Limestone, Brass

Paavo Tynell for Taito Pendant Lamp Model '1959' in Perforated Brass
Paavo Tynell for Taito Pendant Lamp Model '1959' in Perforated Brass

Paavo Tynell for Taito Pendant Lamp Model '1959' in Perforated Brass

By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy, pendant lamp, model '1959', brass, glass, Finland, 1950s. This striking pendant lamp, known as model 1959, is a quintessential design by Finnish lighting ...

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1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass

Scandinavian Teak Wall Lamp with Woven Straw Shade, 1960s
Scandinavian Teak Wall Lamp with Woven Straw Shade, 1960s

Scandinavian Teak Wall Lamp with Woven Straw Shade, 1960s

Located in Stockholm, SE

Elegant Scandinavian wall lamp from the 1960s, featuring a beautifully sculpted teak arm and an organic woven straw shade. The lamp extends approximately 61 cm (24 in) from the wall,...

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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Straw, Teak

Hand crafted table lamp by Norwegian artist Jossolini.
Hand crafted table lamp by Norwegian artist Jossolini.

Hand crafted table lamp by Norwegian artist Jossolini.

By Jossolini

Located in Oslo, NO

Unique ceramic table lamp by Norwegian artist Jossolini, aka Johanne Birkeland. The lamp is built and decorated by hand. This is a slow process and a slow craft. After the form is b...

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2010s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

Cabinet from Ringvide, Weave Frame Tall, Smoked oak Wood, natural oil.
Cabinet from Ringvide, Weave Frame Tall, Smoked oak Wood, natural oil.

Cabinet from Ringvide, Weave Frame Tall, Smoked oak Wood, natural oil.

By Lukas Dahlén

Located in Visby, SE

Weave Frame Tall Cabinet, made of solid wood and veneér. Modern yet classic, bold yet modest the cabinet serves as a great example of scandinavian contemporary design. Designed by L...

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2010s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Birch, Oak

Ernst Kühn for Normina 1930s Danish Executive Desk with Tambour Doors
Ernst Kühn for Normina 1930s Danish Executive Desk with Tambour Doors

Ernst Kühn for Normina 1930s Danish Executive Desk with Tambour Doors

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Attributed to Ernst Kühn for Normina A/S, executive desk, mahogany, leather, brass, Denmark, 1930s Attributed to the Danish designer, architect, and cabinetmaker Ernst Johan Charles...

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1930s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass

Hans-Agne Jakobsson Chandelier in Brass with Beige Silk Fringes
Hans-Agne Jakobsson Chandelier in Brass with Beige Silk Fringes

Hans-Agne Jakobsson Chandelier in Brass with Beige Silk Fringes

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Hans-Agne Jakobsson for Hans-Agne Jakobsson AB in Markaryd, chandelier, model 'T606/95', brass, silk, Sweden, 1960s This chandelier by Hans-Agne Jakobsson features a graceful compos...

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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass

Original Teak Wood Caprani Table Lamp, 1980s, Denmark
Original Teak Wood Caprani Table Lamp, 1980s, Denmark

Original Teak Wood Caprani Table Lamp, 1980s, Denmark

By Caprani Light AS

Located in Værløse, DK

Teak Wood Table Lamp made by Mads Caprani in the 1980s. * Z-shaped table lamp in bend teak-wood with an off-white fabric shade * Manufacturer: Caprani Light A/S Denmark * Year: 198...

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1980s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

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Teak, Fabric, Bentwood

Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'B-138' Table Lamp in Brass and Silk
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'B-138' Table Lamp in Brass and Silk

Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'B-138' Table Lamp in Brass and Silk

By Hans-Agne Jakobsson

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Hans-Agne Jakobsson for Hans-Agne Jakobsson AB in Markaryd, Sweden, 'Fringe' table lamp, model 'B-138', brass, silk, Sweden, 1960s This desk lamp by Hans-Agne Jakobsson exemplifies ...

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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass

Hans Bergström, table lamp 726, brass & textile, Ateljé Lyktan, Sweden, 1940s
Hans Bergström, table lamp 726, brass & textile, Ateljé Lyktan, Sweden, 1940s

Hans Bergström, table lamp 726, brass & textile, Ateljé Lyktan, Sweden, 1940s

By Josef Frank, Hans Bergström, Ateljé Lyktan

Located in Forserum, SE

Scandinavian mid-century table lamp, model 726, designed by Hans Bergström and produced by the Swedish manufacturer Ateljé Lyktan in the 1940s. Crafted in brass with a circular base ...

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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass

1x red Michael Bang P&T Pendant Lamp by Holmegaard, Denmark, 1970s
1x red Michael Bang P&T Pendant Lamp by Holmegaard, Denmark, 1970s

1x red Michael Bang P&T Pendant Lamp by Holmegaard, Denmark, 1970s

By Holmegaard, Michael Bang

Located in Krefeld, DE

1x P&T pendant lamp designed by Michael Bang for Holmegaard in the 1970s. This Danish lamp is made of opaline glass and is red on the outside and white on the inside. The lamp is in ...

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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Glass

Set of Brass & Opaline Sconces by Hans-Agne Jakobsson, 1950s, Sweden
Set of Brass & Opaline Sconces by Hans-Agne Jakobsson, 1950s, Sweden

Set of Brass & Opaline Sconces by Hans-Agne Jakobsson, 1950s, Sweden

By Hans-Agne Jakobsson

Located in Værløse, DK

Set of Brass Sconces with White Opaline Glass Shades made by Hans-Agne Jakobsson in the 1950s. * Pair (2) of brass sconces with tall cone-shaped white opaline glass shades * Design...

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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass

Swedish 3 Door Cabinet - Nordens Flora Illustrations
Swedish 3 Door Cabinet - Nordens Flora Illustrations

Swedish 3 Door Cabinet - Nordens Flora Illustrations

By Josef Frank, Svenskt Tenn

Located in Stockholm, SE

A Swedish three-door sideboard or cabinet, circa 1950s. The cabinet features clean lines and a balanced interior layout behind two doors, opening to separate compartments. One compar...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Birch, Paper

Mats Theselius for Källemo AB Limited Edition 'Rörligt Objekt' Folding Screen
Mats Theselius for Källemo AB Limited Edition 'Rörligt Objekt' Folding Screen

Mats Theselius for Källemo AB Limited Edition 'Rörligt Objekt' Folding Screen

By Mats Theselius

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Mats Theselius for Källemo AB, limited edition 'Rörligt Objekt' folding screen or room divider, no. 30/100, patinated copper, wood, Sweden, 1989 Designed by Mats Theselius for Källe...

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1980s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Copper

Svend Aage Holm Sørensen Floor Lamp
Svend Aage Holm Sørensen Floor Lamp

Svend Aage Holm Sørensen Floor Lamp

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Svend Aage Holm Sørensen for Holm Sørensen & Co floor lamp, beech, cast iron, brass, Denmark, 1960s This elegant floor lamp by Svend Aage Holm Sørensen, designed in Denmark in t...

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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass, Iron

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...

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2010s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

Mogens Koch for Rud Radmussen Modular Bookcase in Mahogany
Mogens Koch for Rud Radmussen Modular Bookcase in Mahogany

Mogens Koch for Rud Radmussen Modular Bookcase in Mahogany

By Mogens Koch, Rud Rasmussen

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Mogens Koch for Rud Rasmussen, modular bookcase, mahogany, Denmark, design 1928 Modular sideboard or book case by Danish designer Mogens Koch. This piece is constructed from eleme...

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1920s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Hans Bergström for Ateljé Lyktan Chandeliers in Brass and Frosted White Glass
Hans Bergström for Ateljé Lyktan Chandeliers in Brass and Frosted White Glass

Hans Bergström for Ateljé Lyktan Chandeliers in Brass and Frosted White Glass

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Hans Bergström for Ateljé Lyktan, chandeliers, variation on model ‘125/12’, brass, glass, Sweden, 1940s/1950s Designed by renowned Swedish architect and designer Hans Bergström duri...

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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

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Brass

Rare Hans Bergström for Ateljé Lyktan Two-Armed Floor Lamp with Cocoon Shade
Rare Hans Bergström for Ateljé Lyktan Two-Armed Floor Lamp with Cocoon Shade

Rare Hans Bergström for Ateljé Lyktan Two-Armed Floor Lamp with Cocoon Shade

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Hans Bergström for Ateljé Lyktan, floor lamp, model 'C716', plastic, aluminum, lacquered brass, brass, granite, Sweden, design 1951 This floor lamp from 1951 is a very rare piece de...

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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Granite, Aluminum, Brass

1930s Louis Poulsen Ceiling Light in Golden Painted Copper
1930s Louis Poulsen Ceiling Light in Golden Painted Copper

1930s Louis Poulsen Ceiling Light in Golden Painted Copper

By Louis Poulsen

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Louis Poulsen, pendant, model 'A-Lamp', painted copper, Denmark, 1930s Dating back to the 1930s, this lighting object made by Louis Poulsen is a rare occurrence. The multi-layered s...

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1930s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Copper

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 ...

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2010s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

Early Josef Frank for Svenskt Tenn 'Liljevalchs' Sofa
Early Josef Frank for Svenskt Tenn 'Liljevalchs' Sofa

Early Josef Frank for Svenskt Tenn 'Liljevalchs' Sofa

By Svenskt Tenn, Josef Frank

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Josef Frank for Svenskt Tenn, 'Liljevalchs' sofa, model '345', fabric, beech, Sweden, design 1934, made 1930s An early example of the Liljevalchs sofa, designed by Josef Frank, and...

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1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Poul Kjærholm for E. Kold Christensen Pair of 'PK20' Lounge Chairs in Leather
Poul Kjærholm for E. Kold Christensen Pair of 'PK20' Lounge Chairs in Leather

Poul Kjærholm for E. Kold Christensen Pair of 'PK20' Lounge Chairs in Leather

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Poul Kjærholm for E. Kold Christensen, pair of lounge chairs model 'PK20', leather, chrome-plated steel, Denmark, 1968 A highly modern design that embraces clear lines and curvaceou...

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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Mogens Koch for Rud Radmussen Modular Bookcase in Pine
Mogens Koch for Rud Radmussen Modular Bookcase in Pine

Mogens Koch for Rud Radmussen Modular Bookcase in Pine

By Rud Rasmussen, Mogens Koch

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Mogens Koch for Rud Rasmussen, modular bookcase, pine, Denmark, design 1928 Modular sideboard or book case by Danish designer Mogens Koch. This piece is constructed from elements ...

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1920s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Pine

Rustic Swedish Lounge Chair Probably 1940s - Reupholstered in Sheepskin
Rustic Swedish Lounge Chair Probably 1940s - Reupholstered in Sheepskin

Rustic Swedish Lounge Chair Probably 1940s - Reupholstered in Sheepskin

By Axel Einar Hjorth

Located in Stockholm, SE

A stunning rustic armchair, a so-called “Sportstuga” (summer cottage–style) piece, probably made in Sweden in the 1940s. The chair is crafted from veneered plywood with sturdy, well-...

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1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Sheepskin, Wood

Zabihi Collection Signed Mid 20th Century Scandinavian Kilim from Lilly Sjöberg
Zabihi Collection Signed Mid 20th Century Scandinavian Kilim from Lilly Sjöberg

Zabihi Collection Signed Mid 20th Century Scandinavian Kilim from Lilly Sjöberg

Located in New York, NY

This striking mid-century Swedish textile is a masterful example of the Scandinavian "Hemslöjd" (home craft) movement, blending traditional folk art with modern abstraction. Hand-wov...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Wool

Fagerhult Swedish Wall Lights in Copper
Fagerhult Swedish Wall Lights in Copper

Fagerhult Swedish Wall Lights in Copper

By Fagerhult

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Fagerhult, wall lights, copper, Sweden, 1960s This design features a cylindric lampshade that is connected to a circular fixation. The surface obtained admirable patina over the yea...

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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Copper

Model 901 Tea Cart, Alvar Aalto, Artek, Mid-20th Century
Model 901 Tea Cart, Alvar Aalto, Artek, Mid-20th Century

Model 901 Tea Cart, Alvar Aalto, Artek, Mid-20th Century

By Alvar Aalto, Artek

Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa

Model 901 tea cart, design Alvar Aalto, manufactured by Artek, Mid-20th Century. Birch frame with black linoleum table tops. Good vintage condition, patina consistent with age and us...

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Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Birch

ASEA, Chandelier, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
ASEA, Chandelier, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s

ASEA, Chandelier, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s

By ASEA

Located in High Point, NC

A brass and fabric chandelier designed and produced by ASEA, Sweden, c. 1940s. Wear consistent with vintage age and normal use. Replaced lampshades, model originally outfitted with...

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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass

Swedish Modern Samspel Sofa by Carl Malmsten 1950's
Swedish Modern Samspel Sofa by Carl Malmsten 1950's

Swedish Modern Samspel Sofa by Carl Malmsten 1950's

By Carl Malmsten, O.H. Sjögren

Located in Uccle, BE

This Samspel 2 seaters sofa has been reupholstered in a cotton blend-Villa Nova Bari fabric parchment color. This “Samspel” or Interplay sofa was created by Carl Malmsten, one of Sw...

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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Cotton, Beech

Bengt Orup for Johansfors, Smoky Glass Vase, Sweden, 1960s
Bengt Orup for Johansfors, Smoky Glass Vase, Sweden, 1960s

Bengt Orup for Johansfors, Smoky Glass Vase, Sweden, 1960s

By Johansfors Glasbruk , Bengt Orup

Located in Stockholm, SE

Elegant mid-century modern art glass vase designed by Bengt Orup for Johansfors Glasbruk, Sweden, circa 1960s. The vase features a beautifully balanced, organic oval form executed in...

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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Blown Glass

Homann & Kjær for Louis Poulson Wall Lamps ‘Nyhavn’ in Copper
Homann & Kjær for Louis Poulson Wall Lamps ‘Nyhavn’ in Copper

Homann & Kjær for Louis Poulson Wall Lamps ‘Nyhavn’ in Copper

By Louis Poulsen

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Alfred Homann & Ole V. Kjær for Louis Poulsen, wall lamps model ‘Nyhavn’, copper, Denmark, design 1976 The ‘Nyhavn’ wall lamp by Alfred Homann and Ole V. Kjær was designed in 19...

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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Copper

Model 1304 Floral Pendant, Lisa Johansson-Pape, Orno Oy, 1950s
Model 1304 Floral Pendant, Lisa Johansson-Pape, Orno Oy, 1950s

Model 1304 Floral Pendant, Lisa Johansson-Pape, Orno Oy, 1950s

By Lisa Johansson-Pape, Orno Oy

Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa

Model 1304 pendant, design Lisa Johansson-Pape, manufactured by Orno Oy, 1950s. Brass frame with glass shade and intricate glass flower details. Marked. Good vintage condition, minor...

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1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass

Scandinavian Modern Pendant, Finland, 1940s
Scandinavian Modern Pendant, Finland, 1940s

Scandinavian Modern Pendant, Finland, 1940s

Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa

Scandinavian Modern pendant, manufactured in Finland, 1940s. Brass frame, opaline glass shades, gorgeous intricate brass flower details. Good vintage condition, patina consistent wit...

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1940s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass

Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Fringe' Pendant in Silk and Brass
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Fringe' Pendant in Silk and Brass

Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Fringe' Pendant in Silk and Brass

By Hans-Agne Jakobsson

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Hans-Agne Jakobsson for Hans-Agne Jakobsson AB in Markaryd, Sweden, 'Fringe' pendant light, model 'T601', brass, silk, Sweden, 1960s This pendant lamp by Hans-Agne Jakobsson exempl...

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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass

Brass and Glass Pendant by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors
Brass and Glass Pendant by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors

Brass and Glass Pendant by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors

By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors

Located in Vienna, AT

Brass frame with pressed glass elements fitted with 4 E27 sockets. Manufactured in Sweden by Orrefors and designed in the 1960s by Carl Orrefors. Perfect original condition.

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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass

Folke Ohlsson for DUX Reclining Lounge Chair & Ottoman
Folke Ohlsson for DUX Reclining Lounge Chair & Ottoman

Folke Ohlsson for DUX Reclining Lounge Chair & Ottoman

By Folke Ohlsson, Dux of Sweden

Located in Fulton, CA

A fine Scandinavian Modern teak lounge chair and ottoman designed by Folke Ohlsson for DUIX of Sweden. Ottoman is adjustable and chair locks in position or rocks. Very good original ...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Teak

Rare Hans J. Wegner for Getama Pair of 'Sawbuck' GE215 Lounge Chairs
Rare Hans J. Wegner for Getama Pair of 'Sawbuck' GE215 Lounge Chairs

Rare Hans J. Wegner for Getama Pair of 'Sawbuck' GE215 Lounge Chairs

By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Hans J. Wegner for Getama, pair of 'Sawbuck' lounge chairs, model 'GE215, reupholstered fabric, lacquered steel, oak, leather, brass, Denmark, 1955 Designed by Hans J. Wegner and produced by GETAMA, the GE215 Sawbuck chair holds a special place in Wegner’s work. Although he is best known for chairs made from solid wood with intricate joinery, this design shows him experimenting with a diversity of materials and different techniques. The GE215 reworks Wegner’s earlier wooden Sawbuck chairs. It keeps the familiar crossed frame and clear structure made from slim black-lacquered steel, yet positioned in a low-slung angle. The thick cushions newly reupholstered in a textural orangey fabric contrast strongly with the sleekness of the frame, defining its main character. The angled armrests recall the sculptural “flipper” shapes seen in his CH28 chair...

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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass, Steel

Pendant Lamp UFO model 565 by Uno & Östen Kristiansson for Luxus Vittsjö, Sweden
Pendant Lamp UFO model 565 by Uno & Östen Kristiansson for Luxus Vittsjö, Sweden

Pendant Lamp UFO model 565 by Uno & Östen Kristiansson for Luxus Vittsjö, Sweden

Elegant Mid-Century Modern pendant lamp or hanging light model 565 / UFO. Designed by Uno & Östen Kristiansson, 1950s for Luxus, Vittsjö, Sweden. Executed in matte opal glass diffuso...

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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Opaline Glass, Teak

Mats Theselius for Källemo AB Limited Edition 'Järn Mocca' Lounge Chair
Mats Theselius for Källemo AB Limited Edition 'Järn Mocca' Lounge Chair

Mats Theselius for Källemo AB Limited Edition 'Järn Mocca' Lounge Chair

By Mats Theselius

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Mats Theselius for Källemo AB, 'Järn/Mocca' lounge chair, suede, patinated iron, stained beech, Sweden, 1994 The distinct 'Järn/Mocca' lounge chair is created by the Swedish desig...

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1990s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Iron

Refinished Teak Danish Modern Dresser by Vitré
Refinished Teak Danish Modern Dresser by Vitré

Refinished Teak Danish Modern Dresser by Vitré

By Vitré of Denmark 1

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Gorgeous restored teak dresser by Vitré. All teak surfaces were cleaned, oiled, and finished in a satin lacquer. Efficient, elegant silhouette, with solid teak pulls and legs. Even a...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Teak

Hans-Agne Jakobsson T746/8 Chandelier in Brass
Hans-Agne Jakobsson T746/8 Chandelier in Brass

Hans-Agne Jakobsson T746/8 Chandelier in Brass

By Hans-Agne Jakobsson

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Hans-Agne Jakobsson for Hans-Agne Jakobsson AB in Markaryd, chandelier, model T 746/8, brass, plastic, Sweden, 1960s Hans-Agne Jakobsson designed this chandelier with eight cylindri...

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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass

Karin Mobring, A Pair of Armchairs, Model "Natura", Swedish Mid Century, 1970s
Karin Mobring, A Pair of Armchairs, Model "Natura", Swedish Mid Century, 1970s

Karin Mobring, A Pair of Armchairs, Model "Natura", Swedish Mid Century, 1970s

By Børge Mogensen

Located in Odense, DK

A pair of charming Swedish Mid Century Modern lounge chairs in solid pine, upholstered in leather with a fine patina. Designed by Karin Mobring, model "Natura" in the 1970s. Reminisc...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Leather, Pine

Josef Frank, Pendant Light, Brass, Resin, Sweden, 1950s
Josef Frank, Pendant Light, Brass, Resin, Sweden, 1950s

Josef Frank, Pendant Light, Brass, Resin, Sweden, 1950s

By Josef Frank

Located in High Point, NC

A beige resin and brass pendant light designed by Josef Frank and produced by Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, c. 1950s. Dramatic patina to brass and some staining to resin. Wear consistent w...

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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass

Hans-Agne Jakobsson Pair of Wall Lights in Brass and White Glass
Hans-Agne Jakobsson Pair of Wall Lights in Brass and White Glass

Hans-Agne Jakobsson Pair of Wall Lights in Brass and White Glass

By Hans-Agne Jakobsson

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Hans-Agne Jakobsson for Hans-Agne Jakobsson AB in Markaryd, pair of wall lights, brass, glass, Sweden, 1960s/70s Designed by Hans-Agne Jakobsson, these wall lamps are characterized ...

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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

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Brass

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

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Brass, Steel

Hans-Agne Jakobsson Pair of 'G45' Floor Lamps in Teak and Cane
Hans-Agne Jakobsson Pair of 'G45' Floor Lamps in Teak and Cane

Hans-Agne Jakobsson Pair of 'G45' Floor Lamps in Teak and Cane

By Hans-Agne Jakobsson

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Hans-Agne Jakobsson for Hans-Agne Jakobsson AB in Markaryd, pair of floor lamps, model 'G45', teak, cane, brass, Sweden, 1960s These elegant floor lamps are designed by Hans-Agne Ja...

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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

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Brass

Hans Bergström, Chandelier, Brass, Oak, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Hans Bergström, Chandelier, Brass, Oak, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s

Hans Bergström, Chandelier, Brass, Oak, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s

By Hans Bergström

Located in High Point, NC

A brass, oak and white fabric chandelier designed by Hans Bergström and produced by Atelje Lyktan, Sweden, c. 1940s. Moderate patina on brass. Wear consistent with age and use. Ov...

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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

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Brass

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

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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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