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.
to
88
22,249
10,384
357
51
3
6,345
2,656
616
411
322
297
194
189
186
133
127
99
96
91
77
71
56
47
2
355
54
4
296
52
7
44
77
116
32
3
16
254
155
118
86
79
347
301
202
70
34
411
381
382
32
28
21
19
18
Item Ships From: Los Angeles
Style: Scandinavian Modern
Sulaco Six Drawer Dresser
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Sulaco Six Drawer Dresser champions the foundations of the Danish Modern Movement. Rooted in functionality, every curve and feature is meticulously crafted to ensure aesthetics a...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Ash, Oak, Walnut
$11,995 / item
Hans Wegner Armchair for Johannes Hansen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hans J. Wegner oak armchair c.1950s, Denmark, for Johannes Hansen. The rare model JH-515 features a black leather backrest and seat.
Stamped Johannes Hansen, COPENHAGEN, DENMARK.
Di...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Leather, Oak
Børge Mogensen - Framed Photograph C, 1960
Located in Los Angeles, CA
wonderful framed photograph depicting Børge Mogensen's house at Soløsevej in Gentofte, Denmark. Picture frame by Børge Mogensen in solid oregon pine with brass corner details made in...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Wood, Paper
Dansk Teak Serving Tray
By Dansk
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful teak serving tray by Dansk, made in Denmark.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Teak
Vintage Scandinavian Rya Rug, circa Mid-20th Century
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a Scandinavian Rya rug crafted in the mid-20th century. It features a grand diamond design repeating outward and surrounded by smaller diamonds then bordered by an abstract p...
Category
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Wool
Jan Loman Original Screen #5, 1994
By Jan Loman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Signed Jan Loman original screen from his 1994 exposition.
Jan Loman was born in Bolsward in 1918 and passed away in Beetsterzwaag at the age of 88. Loman was a sculptor, graphic...
Category
1990s Dutch Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Paper
Signed Modern Lithograph by FA Kopper 'Dutch', 2005
By FA Kopper
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dutch Modernist, FA Kopper, piece entitled "Buddy".
Category
Early 2000s Dutch Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Paper
Jan Loman Fusible Interlining Composition #3, 1998
By Jan Loman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Signed Jan Loman fusible interlining composition from his 1998 exposition.
Jan Loman was born in Bolsward in 1918 and passed away in Beetsterzwaag at the age of 88. Loman was a s...
Category
1990s Dutch Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Paper
Kaare Klint Armchair
By Kaare Klint
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Kaare Klint Armchair Designed in 1927 and produced by Rud Rasmussen. Mahogany frame. Marked with Rud Rasmussen and Kaare Klint's label. Arm Height is 27.75"
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
$1,800 Sale Price
47% Off
Asterales, Kust Collection, Seasons by Mehraban
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
Enrich your room with so much history and sophistication with our Asterales rug. It highlights the story and symbols on the entire rug which these strong details brighten up the mood...
Category
2010s Central Asian Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Wool
Haki, Kust Collection by Mehraban
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
Haki’ features a stunning panel design that emanates warmth and cozy sophistication. Establishing both geometric and linear patterns impressively formed together creates a vibe that ...
Category
2010s Central Asian Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Wool
Ulriken, Kust Collection by Mehraban
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
The Ulriken rug is a handwoven wool piece inspired by vintage Scandinavian design elements and recreated for the modern design world. The geometric pattern creates balance and harmon...
Category
2010s Central Asian Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Wool
Oudu, Kust Collection, Seasons by Mehraban
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
Oudu' is a color-blocking hand-knotted rug that brings movement and dimension to the space. The design is created with embossed detailing through the low shag pile. Inspired by Scand...
Category
2010s Central Asian Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Wool
Modlina, Kust Collection by Mehraban
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
The 'Modlina' rug is a handwoven wool piece inspired by vintage Scandinavian design elements and recreated for the modern design world. The rug's shag balance and harmony, handwoven ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Central Asian Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Wool
Blomstra, Kust Collection by Mehraban
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
A mesmerizing rug that features a stunning natural colour scheme displaying an array of wonderful symbolical motifs. Cedar brown and ivory play an integral part in illuminating the r...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Central Asian Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Wool
Ulriken, Atlas Collection, Seasons by Mehraban
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
The Ulriken rug is a handwoven wool piece inspired by vintage Scandinavian design elements and recreated for the modern design world. The repetitive slant grid creates balance and ha...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Central Asian Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Wool
Falt, Kust Collection by Mehraban
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
Falt' features a sense of comfortability and coziness. This wonderful rug boasts its natural colour scheme with a hint of vibrant checkered accent patterns. Kust also means 'coast' t...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Central Asian Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Wool
Asterales, Kust Collection by Mehraban
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
Enrich your room with so much history and sophistication with our Asterales rug. It highlights the story and symbols on the entire rug which these strong details brighten up the mood...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Central Asian Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Wool
Ulriken, Kust Collection by Mehraban
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
The Ulriken rug is a handwoven wool piece inspired by vintage Scandinavian design elements and recreated for the modern design world. The repetitive slant grid creates balance and ha...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Central Asian Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Wool
Taghazout, Kust Collection by Mehraban
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
Taghazout' rug is a handwoven wool piece inspired by vintage Scandinavian design elements and recreated for the modern design world. The rug's shag balance and embossed designs bring...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Central Asian Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Wool
Modlina, Kust Collection by Mehraban
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
The 'Modlina' rug is a handwoven wool piece inspired by vintage Scandinavian design elements and recreated for the modern design world. The rug's shag balance and harmony, handwoven ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Central Asian Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Wool
Borlange, Kust Collection, Seasons by Mehraban
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
The 'Borlange' rug is a handwoven wool piece inspired by vintage Scandinavian design elements and recreated for the modern design world. The rug's shag balance and harmony, handwoven...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Central Asian Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Wool
Motala, Kust Collection by Mehraban
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
A sophisticated rug in Kust Collection that will surely leave you in awe upon laying your eyes towards this piece. Its simple yet interesting design is complemented with tassels on a...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Central Asian Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Wool
Sudersand, Kust Collection by Mehraban
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
This outstanding mastery of Sudersand rug from the Kust Collection features perfect detailed patterns of charcoal, cream, and chocolate brown outline and fringes and shags. A collect...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Central Asian Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Wool
Hans Wegner / Arne Poulsen Loveseat, Model AP62
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Introducing the Hans Wegner/Arne Poulsen loveseat, Model AP62!
The Hans Wegner/Arne Poulsen Loveseat, Model AP62, is a true masterpiece that embodies the visionary designs of two legendary Danish designers, Hans Wegner and Arne Poulsen. This iconic loveseat showcases the perfect fusion of their distinctive styles, resulting in a piece that exudes elegance, comfort, and timeless appeal.
Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, the AP62 Armchair features a beautifully curved solid wood frame, showcasing the exceptional woodworking skills that both Wegner and Poulsen were renowned for. The organic lines and sculptural elements of the chair create a harmonious balance between aesthetics and functionality.
The AP62 Loveseat offers a luxuriously comfortable seating experience. The generously proportioned seat, backrest, and armrests are expertly upholstered in premium-quality materials, ensuring optimal comfort and durability. The cushioning provides a perfect balance between softness and support, allowing you to relax and unwind in style.
With its refined and versatile design, the AP62 Armchair seamlessly integrates into various interior settings. Whether placed in a living room, study, or office, this armchair adds a touch of sophistication and sophistication to any space. Its timeless design ensures that it will be a cherished piece for years to come.
As with all our vintage Danish furniture...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Teak, Down
Silas Floor Mirror
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Silas Floor Mirror is an elegant, minimalist form, inspired by the playful use of shape and geometry throughout the Mid-Century Modern Movement.
The handcrafted warmth of the s...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Mirror, Ash, Oak, Walnut
$5,025 / item
Rare Ilmari Tapiovaara Congo Lounge Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designed by Ilmari Tapiovaara, manufactured by Hagafors, Sweden. Solid wood construction with black lacquer. Newley upholstered in blue leather.
Two part knock down construction. Ne...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Wood
Vintage Swedish Runner, circa Mid-20th Century
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a vintage Swedish flat woven runner from the mid-20th century. It is signed "IS" by the designer, Ingegerd Silow. It features a central field built on variegated stripes in l...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Wool
Vintage Swedish Kilim Rug, circa Mid-20th Century
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a Swedish Kilim rug from the mid-20th century. It is signed "IS" by designer Ingegerd Silow. It features geometric shapes rendered in happy warm colors with a creative take o...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Wool
Elsa Gullberg, Polychrome Diamond Shaped Pattern Rug, Sweden 1940's
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elsa Gullberg - Polychrome Diamond Shaped Pattern Rug, Sweden 1940's - 243x183cm
This delicate polychromatic diamond shaped patterned rug is attributed to Elsa Gullberg.
Elsa Gullberg (14 March 1886 – 1 March 1984) was a Swedish interior architect and textile designer. She was a pioneer of modern textile design in Sweden and played an instrumental role in transforming the textile industry. She was one of the renowned Swedish textile designers including Erik Wettergren, Carl Bergsten and Gregor Paulsson, who worked to modernize textile industries in Sweden.
Ofter referred to as Sweden...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Wool
$3,187 Sale Price
25% Off
Mirror in Rosewood and Leather by Uno & Osten Kristiansson for Glas Mäster
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rosewood and leather round wall mirror by Uno & Osten Kristiansson for Glas Mäster.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Leather, Mirror, Rosewood
Jan Loman Original Screen #4, 1994
By Jan Loman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Signed Jan Loman original screen from his 1994 exposition.
Jan Loman was born in Bolsward in 1918 and passed away in Beetsterzwaag at the age of 88. Loman was a sculptor, graphic...
Category
1990s Dutch Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Paper
Jan Loman Lithograph, Artist Proof, 1994
By Jan Loman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Jan Loman (Bolsward, 1919-2006)
Lithograph, Artist proof, signed, 1994
On mat-board
Measure: Height 9"
Width 12"
Jan Loman was born in Bolsward in 1918 and passe...
Category
1990s Dutch Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Paper
Jan Loman Fusible Interlining Composition #4, 1998
By Jan Loman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Signed Jan Loman fusible interlining composition from his 1998 exposition.
Jan Loman was born in Bolsward in 1918 and passed away in Beetsterzwaag at the age of 88. Loman was a s...
Category
1990s Dutch Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Paper
Signed Composition by Jan Loman, 1990
By Jan Loman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Original and signed composition by the Dutch artists Jan Loman
Jan Loman (1918-2006) (Netherlands)
Jan Loman was born in Bolsward in 1918 and passed away in Beetsterzwaag at the...
Category
1990s Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Jan Loman, Signed AP Lithograph
By Jan Loman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Jan Loman (Bolsward Netherlands, 1919-2006)
Lithograph, artist proof, signed, 1984
Measures: Height 19.5"
Width 25.5"
Jan Loman was born in Bolsward in 1918 and p...
Category
1980s Dutch Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Paper
Jan Loman Fusible Interlining Composition #7, 1998
By Jan Loman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Signed Jan Loman fusible interlining composition from his 1998 exposition.
Jan Loman was born in Bolsward in 1918 and passed away in Beetsterzwaag at the age of 88. Loman was a s...
Category
Early 2000s Dutch Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Paper
Loman Fusible Interlining Composition
By Jan Loman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Jan Loman (Bolsward, 1919-2006) fusible interlining composition
Mixed-media, signed, 1999
On Mat-board
Size of the artwork:
Height: 4"
Width: 4"
Incl Mat: ...
Category
1990s Dutch Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Paper
Jan Loman Original Screen #9, 1994
By Jan Loman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Signed Jan Loman original screen from his 1994 exposition.
Jan Loman was born in Bolsward in 1918 and passed away in Beetsterzwaag at the age of 88. Loman was a sculptor, graphic...
Category
1990s Dutch Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Paper
Jan Loman Original Screen #7, 1994
By Jan Loman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Signed Jan Loman original screen from his 1994 exposition.
Jan Loman was born in Bolsward in 1918 and passed away in Beetsterzwaag at the age of 88. Loman was a sculptor, graphic...
Category
1990s Dutch Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Paper
Jan Loman Original Screen #2, 1994
By Jan Loman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Signed Jan Loman original screen from his 1994 exposition.
Jan Loman was born in Bolsward in 1918 and passed away in Beetsterzwaag at the age of 88. Loman was a sculptor, graphic...
Category
1990s Dutch Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Paper
Vintage Scandinavian Deco Rug, circa Mid-20th Century
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a vintage Scandinavian deco shag rug, intriguing in design and truly unique among vintage Scandinavian carpets. Crafted in the mid-20th century, the design is abstract in nat...
Category
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Wool
Vintage Scandinavian Flat Weave Runner, circa Mid-20th Century
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a masterfully woven vintage Scandinavian runner from the mid-20th century and signed "EJA" by the designer. Many elements come toge...
Category
Early 20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Wool
Vintage Scandinavian Shag Rug, circa 1930s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a vintage Scandinavian shag rug from the 1930s. It is truly a unique piece signed by the designer and dated 1931. It features ski...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Wool
Vintage Scandinavian Kilim Rug, circa Mid-20th Century
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a Scandinavian flat-woven rug from the mid-20th century. It is signed by the designer. The color palette comprises of gentle shades of pink, icy blue, ivory, and brown in com...
Category
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Wool
Vintage Swedish Kilim Rug, circa Mid-20th Century
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is beautiful vintage Swedish Kilim rug by designer Anna Joanna Angstrom from the mid-20th century. Its soft colors of greens, blues, and pinks evoke a sense of calmness while th...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Wool
Vintage Swedish Deco Rug, circa Mid-20th Century
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This a boldly colored vintage Swedish deco shag rug from the mid-20th century with expressive lines that give it distinct character. It's an exciting piece, with organic, curvy lines...
Category
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Wool
Vintage Scandinavian Kilim Rug, circa Mid-20th Century
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a vintage Scandinavian Kilim from the mid-20th century. It features dainty geometric florals rendered in a lattice work pattern of soft blues, pinks, and yellow greens which ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Wool
Jan Loman Original Screen #3, 1994
By Jan Loman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Signed Jan Loman original screen from his 1994 exposition.
Jan Loman was born in Bolsward in 1918 and passed away in Beetsterzwaag at the age of 88. Loman was a sculptor, graphic...
Category
1990s Dutch Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Paper
1958 Danish Rosewood Cado Wall Unit by Poul Cadovius
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Highly versatile and functional wall unit in Brazilian rosewood by Danish designer Poul Cadovius. Wall unit is in excellent condition. Each support rail is 78" long and each cabinet ...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Rosewood
Price Upon Request
Collection of Jais Nielsen Ceramics
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Collection of Jais Nielsen ceramics. Most were done for Royal Copenhagen. The ceramics are being sold separately.
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Pottery
Price Upon Request
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.
Recently Viewed
View AllMore Ways To Browse
Italian Poster 1930
Italian Liberty
Japanese Marble
Hollywood Regency Gold Leaf
Italian Wood Pedestals
Kitchen Table Centerpieces
Gold Dove
Japanese Dragon
Horse Leg
Leather Horses
Italian Carved Pedestal
Jerusalem Furniture
Glass Pear
Italian Renaissance Table
Glass Fluted Art
Italian Fruitwood Furniture
Large Gold Bowl
Gilt Horse