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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
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'Hippo' Lounge Chair by Norr11, Light Smoked Oak, Barnum Bouclé, White
Located in Paris, FR
HIPPO lounge chair Signed by Kristian Sofus Hansen and Tommy Hyldahl for Norr11. Model shown on the picture: Wood: Light Smoked Oak Fabric: Barnum...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Wool, Oak

Lucca Sc51 Black Portable Table Lamp by Space Copenhagen for & Tradition
Located in Dubai, AE
This elegant portable lamp, inspired by the golden glow of the Tuscan city of Lucca, mimics the warmth of the city’s nocturnal light. Intended as a multipurpose piece, the battery-po...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Metal, Brass

SERENE Scandinavian Modern White Wood 32" Chandelier Pendant
Located in Beaverton, OR
The Serene pendant light is a contemporary, Mid-Century Modern light fixture with a Scandinavian design and organic modern composition. This minimalist luxury wood veneer pendant design is the perfect way to add a touch of nature and elegance to your home or office. The Serene pendant light is made from white eco wood veneer, a premium reconstituted white wood veneer created from natural wood fiber. This is a sustainable material with a varied wood grain and a natural wood look and feel. We enhance the natural beauty of the wood by sanding and oiling the veneer to bring out the warm tones and rich grain. Each Serene pendant light is a unique wood art piece, with its own unique variations in the wood grain. Inspired by Danish modern design, the Serene pendant light's minimalist silhouette and warm wood tones create a warm and inviting atmosphere. The unique shape of the light is both eye-catching and functional, providing ample illumination while also adding a touch of sophistication to any space. The Serene pendant light is the perfect choice for any home or office looking for a stylish, sustainable lighting solution. With its minimalist design, warm wood tones, unique shape, and high-quality materials, this pendant light is sure to be a conversation starter for years to come. Includes: • 10’ cord and canopy with ceiling mount kit with 4 dimmable LED fixture...
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2010s American Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Other

SERENE Mid-Century Modern White Wood 27" chandelier pendant
Located in Beaverton, OR
The Serene pendant light is a contemporary, Mid-Century Modern light fixture with a Scandinavian design and organic modern composition. This minimalist luxury wood veneer pendant des...
Category

2010s American Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Laminate, Bentwood, Lacquer, Organic Material, Acrylic, Wood, Hardwood

Vilhelm Lauritzen VL-2 Brass and Glass Wall Lamp for Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Vilhelm Lauritzen VL-2 brass and glass wall lamp for Louis Poulsen. Executed in two hand blown glossy white opal glass shades and unfinished satin polished brass armature and backpla...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass

Lucca SC51 Maroon Portable Table Lamp by Space Copenhagen for &Tradition
Located in Dubai, AE
This elegant portable lamp, inspired by the golden glow of the Tuscan city of Lucca, mimics the warmth of the city’s nocturnal light. Intended as a multipurpose piece, the battery-po...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Metal, Brass

EM77 Vacuum jug by Erik Magnussen for Stelton Set in white Danish design
Located in Berlin, DE
We have Stelton's vacuum jugs in elegant design and different colours. The thermos keep your beverages hot or cold for hours and are perfect for coffee, iced coffee, tea, or cocoa an...
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Mid-20th Century German Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Plastic

Double Glass Wall Light in black by Rolf Krüger for Paul Neuhaus, Germany 1970
Located in Vorst, BE
Elegant Mid-Century wall sconce with double white opaline glass diffusers on a metal frame painted in black. Designed in Germany by Rolf Krüger and manufactured by Paul Neuhaus Leu...
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Late 20th Century German Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Metal

White 1960s Eggshell Glazed Ceramic Vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand Sweden
Located in Örebro, SE
This is the 1960s eggshell glazed ceramic vase in white by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand. It comes in a female elegant form and sober white eggshell glazed silky matte surface. The v...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

Large Danish Ceramic Table Lamp, Stoneware, Nils Kähler for HAK, Denmark 1960s
Located in Vorst, BE
Stoneware table lamp in uranium yellow / beige / ocre glaze and natural stoneware finish. Designed by Nils Kähler in the 1960s or 1970s. Manufactured in the workshop of Herman A. K...
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Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Natural White Fur Bean bBag Chair - Kids size
Located in Dural, AU
After a long day of learning and playing, there is no better way for a child to relax and find oozing comfort than in our junior-size fluffy sheepskin bean bag...
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2010s Australian Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Sheepskin

Poul Henningsen Brass and Glass PH 3½-2½ Floor Lamp for Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen brass and glass PH 3½-2½ floor lamp for Louis Poulsen. Executed in white opal glass and a brass, chrome or black metallized frame...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass

Swedish Cream White Metal Table Lamp Pair by Svend Aage Holm-sørensen 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Lovely cream white enameled metal table lamp pair designed in 1955 by Svend Aage Holm Sørensen for Asea, Sweden. These cone shaped rare...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Metal

SERENE Scandinavian Modern White Wood 27" Chandelier Pendant
Located in Beaverton, OR
The Serene pendant light is a contemporary, Mid-Century Modern light fixture with a Scandinavian design and organic modern composition. This minimalist luxury wood veneer pendant des...
Category

2010s American Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Organic Material, Laminate, Wood, Hardwood, Bentwood

A White Hedgehog vase - Chamotte - Gunnar Nylund - Rörstrand
Located in Stockholm, SE
A white Hedgehog-vase designed by Gunnar Nylund at Rörstrand. It is 11 cm (4.4") high and in excellent condition except from some minor marks. The vase is marked as the photo shows. ...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Stoneware

Hans Bergström Brass & Glass Ceiling Lamp, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Produced by Ateljé Lyktan, Åhus, Sweden, 1950s. Height is adjustable.
Category

1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass

Brass & Leather Floor Lamp by Nordiska Kompaniet, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Brass, leather & glass uplight by Nordiska Kompaniet, 1950s. Height: 153 cm Model: 32786
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass

Poul Henningsen Brass and Glass PH 2/1 Table Lamp for Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen brass and glass PH 2/1 table lamp for Louis Poulsen. Executed in mouth blown white opal glass and metalized brass. The mouth-blow...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Metal, Brass

White Plastic Panthella Floor Lamp by Verner Panton for Louis Poulsen Denmark
Located in Vienna, AT
Verner Panton Panthella floor lamp for Louis Poulsen. The Panthella Collection was designed by Verner Panton in 19...
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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Metal

Vintage Mid-Century Norway Modern Teak & White Boucle Fabric High Lounge Chair
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This high lounge chair was manufactured in Norway during the 1960s. The frame is made of teak. Short and wide armrests are connected to X-shaped legs. A wide, comfortable backrest, t...
Category

1960s Norwegian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Bouclé, Teak

Alvar Aalto Vintage Tea Trolley 900 White Ceramic Tiles & Rattan Basket, 1960s
Located in Odense, DK
Vintage Alvar Aalto tea trolley model 900 made in the 1960s at Artek, Finland. White ceramic tiles and basket of woven rattan cane. The trolley is in very good original condition wit...
Category

1930s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Ceramic, Rattan, Beech

5x8 Ft Moroccan Rug in Ivory & Blue Colors, 100% Wool, Custom Options Available
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A contemporary hand-knotted Moroccan rug, made of plant dyed sheep wool. Soft, comfy pile that is ideal for families with kids. Available as it is or made to measure in any size and...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Moroccan Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Wool

'Hippo' Lounge Chair by Norr11, Dark Smoked Oak, Barnum Bouclé col.24
Located in Paris, FR
HIPPO lounge chair Signed by Kristian Sofus Hansen and Tommy Hyldahl for Norr11. Model shown on the picture: Wood: Dark Smoked Oak Fabric: Barnum Bouclé 24 Wood types available: n...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Wool, Oak

Opaline Pendant Lights by Vilhelm Lauritzen circa 1950s
Located in Gloucester, GB
Opaline pendant lights by Vilhelm Lauritzen Circa 1950s - Opaline glass with a slight concave and point on the underneath - Brass monks cap top - Takes...
Category

1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Opaline Glass

Brass Le Klint Table Lamp Model 303B By Aage Petersen
Located in Lejre, DK
Table lamp in brass, model 303b, is a beautiful design by Aage Petersen for Le Klint, which combines elegance and functionality. Aage Petersen was a renowned Danish designer known f...
Category

1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass

'Repose 260' Pendant Lamp by Gamfratesi for Lyfa, Brass Finish
Located in Paris, FR
Pendant lamp repose / 260 BY Lyfa Pendant lamp signed by GamFratesi for Lyfa Measures: D 260 mm H 252 mm Opal glass / black steel or brass Textile wire (black or white) 300...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass

Mouth Blown Glass Table Lamp Model 302 By Billmann-Petersen for Fyens Glasværk
Located in Lejre, DK
The hand-blown glass table lamp, model 302, is a beautiful design by Billmann-Petersen and was manufactured by Fyens Glasværk around the 1960s. Billmann-Petersen was a Danish design...
Category

1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Glass

'Hippo' Lounge Chair by Norr11, Natural Oak, Barnum Bouclé col.24
Located in Paris, FR
Hippo lounge chair Signed by Kristian Sofus Hansen and Tommy Hyldahl for Norr11. Model shown on the picture: Wood: Natural Oak Fabric: Barnum Bouc...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Wool, Oak

GM3060 Table, Oak White oil - Design by Nissen & Gehl MDD
Located in Juelsminde, DK
The GM 3060 table is designed by Nissen & Gehl MDD, combining rounded tabletop edges with a chamfered edge that adds a soft touch to its otherwise stringent expression. The table’s u...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Oak

Verner Panton 'Panthella 250' LED Table Lamp in White Opal for Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Verner Panton 'Panthella 250' LED table lamp in white opal for Louis Poulsen. The 'Panthella 250' LED table lamp uses Verner Panton's original drawings to produce an organically shaped lamp...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Acrylic

Hans Bergström brass ceiling lamps, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Designed by Hans Bergström. Solid brass and opaline shades. Produced by Ateljé Lyktan in Åhus, Sweden, 1950s. 2 pieces available. Please note: listed price is for one (1) lamp.
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass

Fjoon Dining Chair/Occasional Chair White Ash in Leather by Fernweh Woodworking
Located in Bend, OR
The Fjoon (pr. fyoon) collection rose out of a multi-year obsession with high end upholstery as well as an infatuation with wood joinery and principles of chair strength from the bro...
Category

2010s American Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Vintage Magazine Rack
Located in Brescia, IT
1960s magazine rack made of curved white metal. This original Scandinavian furniture accessory dates from the early 1960s. Made of curved tub...
Category

1960s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Metal

Arne Jacobsen "The Swan" Lounge Chair in Teak & White Bouclé, Fritz Hansen, 1960
Located in Odense, DK
Rare lounge chair by Arne Jacobsen designed in 1960 and produced in limited numbers in the 1960s by Fritz Hansen, Copenhagen (Model FH-4325). This rare edition has a wooden base in l...
Category

1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Bouclé, Teak

White Painted Unique Vase, Carl-Harry Stålhane Rörstrand, Midcentury Vintage
Located in Stockholm, SE
A lovely white vase designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane at Rörstrand, it´s 17 cm (6,8") high and is in excellent condition except from some minor scratches and two minor glazing cracks o...
Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

Brass Three-Armed Ceiling Lamp with Opal Glass Shades, Scandinavia 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
A well-chosen lighting piece can change the overall look of a room and how it feels to be in that room. Historically, chandeliers would hang in the foyer or dining room, however, now...
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1950s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass

Shearling Sheepskin Pillow, White 50x50cm 20x20"
Located in Dural, AU
Elevate the charm and tactile textures to a room with this large 20x20" white shearling sheepskin pillow. The boucle style wool pile features an endearing short curly wool that will ...
Category

2010s Australian Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Sheepskin

Scandinavian Aluminia Light Blue, White, Brown Porcelain Vase, 1950s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Nordic organic modern porcelain vase by Anni Rigmor Jeppesen for Aluminia, Royal Copenhagen in the late 1950s. Shiny light blue graphic lines on white ba...
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Porcelain

Poul Henningsen Ph5 Pendant in Monochrome White for Louis Poulsen
Located in Tilburg, NL
Poul Henningsen PH5 Pendant for Louis Poulsen. Denmark. Designed in 1958. New, current production. Poul Henningsen developed the PH 5 in 1958 in response to constant changes made to the shape and size of incandescent bulbs by bulb manufacturers, naming it after the size of the pendant’s main shade, which is 50 cm in diameter. When the lamp was introduced, he wrote, typically daringly, about how he had lost faith in whether the manufacturers of incandescent light bulbs would ever learn to consider common sense or have the consumer’s best interests at heart: “I have accepted fate, and with Louis Poulsen´s permission I have designed a PH fixture, which can be used with any kind of light source, Christmas lights...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Metal

Bed Side Tables Bertil Fridhagen for Bodafors, 1960s, White Lacquer
Located in Paris, FR
Rare pair white nightstands by Bertil Fridhagen for Bodafors, 1960s. Bertil Fridhagen. Sweden (1905-1993). Bertil Fridhagen worked as a carpenter for 12 years before starting his ar...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Crystal Pendant by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, Sweden
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass frame with crystal glass shade, fitted with E27 socket, designed in the 1960s by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors Glassworks Sweden, model 1322. Total height including canopy is 20 ...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Lato ln9, Oval White steel & Marble Side Table by Luca Nichetto for &Tradition
Located in Dubai, AE
At first glance, Lato resembles a sculpture, with its slim, Oval table top balanced by an oval-shaped base. Measure: ln9 The marble is turned into shape on a lather and then honed to...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Marble, Steel

1960s Mauri Almari Opaline Glass and White Metal 'AE 88' Ceiling Lamp for Itsu
Located in Glendale, CA
1960s Mauri Almari Opaline glass and white metal 'AE 88' ceiling lamp for Itsu. Produced in Finland in the 1960s and in the manner of Paavo Tynell. A rare and elegant ceiling lamp ex...
Category

1960s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Metal

Stilnovo Style Pair of 1950s Bedside Table Lamps Cream + White with Glass Shades
Located in Aarhus C, DK
Pair of European probably German bedside table lamps in the style of Stilnovo. The small lamps have a triangular base with brass lid and a built-...
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1950s German Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Metal

Modern White Oak Loki Dining Table from the Signature Series by Pompous Fox
Located in Barrie, ON
A beautiful Mid-Century Modern take on a four-legged dining table. The legs are profiled to give it a lighter look and the profile transfers to the table top. A chamfer on the bottom...
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21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Oak, Wood

Danish Modern White Glazed Ceramic Table Lamp by C. Clausen, 1960s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A classic Scandinavian table lamp in glazed ceramic. The color of the glaze is off-white or egg shell. Made in Denmark circa 1960 for C. Clausen in Svendborg. It features its original bakelite socket with built-in of/on switch. The off-white fluted Danish shade...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

Poul Henningsen PH5 Pendant in Pastel Blue Pink and Peach for Louis Poulsen
Located in Tilburg, NL
Poul Henningsen PH5 Pendant for Louis Poulsen. Denmark. Designed in 1958. New, current production. Poul Henningsen developed the PH 5 in 1958 in response to constant changes made to the shape and size of incandescent bulbs by bulb manufacturers, naming it after the size of the pendant’s main shade, which is 50 cm in diameter. When the lamp was introduced, he wrote, typically daringly, about how he had lost faith in whether the manufacturers of incandescent light bulbs would ever learn to consider common sense or have the consumer’s best interests at heart: “I have accepted fate, and with Louis Poulsen´s permission I have designed a PH fixture, which can be used with any kind of light source, Christmas lights and 100 W metal filament bulbs. Although a fluorescent tube would be too much to ask in the existing form!” Henningsen wanted to improve the colour reproduction characteristics of the light source in the PH 5. Small red and blue shades were therefore inserted to supplement the colour in the part of the spectrum where the eye is least sensitive – the red and blue areas – thereby subduing the light in the middle yellow-green region where the eye is most sensitive. At the time, no one knew that the PH 5 would become synonymous with the PH light, which remains 100% glare-free, irrespective of how the light is installed or which light source is used. The red and blue rings...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Metal

'Unbound' Floor Lamp by Space Copenhagen for GUBI
Located in Glendale, CA
'Unbound' floor lamp by Space Copenhagen for GUBI. Design studio Space Copenhagen is known for playing with juxtapositions; the Unbound collection for GUBI is no exception. A minimalist take on traditional Japanese paper lantern...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Marble, Brass

Modern White Ash Loki Dining Table from the Signature Series by Pompous Fox
Located in Barrie, ON
A beautiful Mid-Century Modern take on a four legged dining table. The legs are profiled to give it a lighter look and the profile transfers t...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Wood, Ash

Poul Henningsen 'Charlottenburg' Pendant for Louis Poulsen
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen, pendant model 'Charlottenburg', metal, Denmark, 1979. This lamp is based on a well-designed construction containing three white metal shades that...
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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Metal

Poul Henningsen PH5 Pendant in White Modern for Louis Poulsen
Located in Tilburg, NL
Poul Henningsen PH5 pendant for Louis Poulsen. Denmark. Designed in 1958. New, current production. Poul Henningsen developed the PH 5 in 1958 in response to constant changes made to the shape and size of incandescent bulbs by bulb manufacturers, naming it after the size of the pendant’s main shade, which is 50 cm in diameter. When the lamp was introduced, he wrote, typically daringly, about how he had lost faith in whether the manufacturers of incandescent light bulbs would ever learn to consider common sense or have the consumer’s best interests at heart: “I have accepted fate, and with Louis Poulsen´s permission I have designed a PH fixture, which can be used with any kind of light source, Christmas lights...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Metal

Pair of White Atlantic Wall Lamps by Vitrika, 1970s
Located in Rotterdam, NL
A set of two gold glass and brass Atlantic wall lamps that are produced by Danish lighting manufacturer Vitrika in the 1970s. Both lamps consists of two parts: a solid handmade glass...
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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass

'Unbound' Table Lamp by Space Copenhagen for GUBI with Natural Canvas Shade
Located in Glendale, CA
'Unbound' table lamp by Space Copenhagen for GUBI with Natural Canvas Shade. Design studio Space Copenhagen is known for playing with juxtapositions; the Unbound collection for GU...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Marble, Brass

Rug & Kilim’s Scandinavian Style Geometric Cream and Blue Wool Pile Rug
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand knotted in texturally soft, inviting wool in a textural high-low play of pile and flat weave, this modern 9 x 12 rug hails from the latest additions to Rug & Kilim’s Scandinavia...
Category

2010s Indian Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Wool

Mezcalitos Set, Contemporary White Oak Limestone Side Table by SinCa Design
Located in Tolland, CT
The contemporary Mezcalitos side tables is a collection of three. Each one with a different geometrically shaped based. They are constructed with the same techniques used for creatin...
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Limestone

Mid Century Scandinavian Modern Pair of Curved Armchairs with White Sherpa
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Scandinavian Modern pair of curved armchairs with white Sherpa wool upholstery. Beautiful design circa 1950. Made in Sweden. Located in Brooklyn NYC. Chairs are being sold as a pa...
Category

1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Wool, Hardwood

Extra Large Poul Henningsen 'PH Artichoke' Chandelier for Louis Poulsen in White
Located in Glendale, CA
Extra large Poul Henningsen 'PH Artichoke' chandelier for Louis Poulsen in White. The PH Artichoke pendant light was designed in 1958 by Poul Henningsen for the Langelinie Pavillonen restaurant in Copenhagen, where it still hangs today. This iconic lamp has a world-famous unique sculptural aesthetic, and is viewed internationally as an iconic design. The fixture displays...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Modern Scandinavian Rug with Ivory and Gray Geometric Patterns
Located in Dallas, TX
Modern area rug is handwoven in Scandinavian design using fine wool and organic dyes. It features an exquisite ivory field with geometric patterns in gray and brown. This piece will ...
Category

2010s Indian Scandinavian Modern Furniture

Materials

Wool

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 $2,379.

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