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
Period: 1950s
Pendant, Itsu Oy, 1950s
By Itsu
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Pendant, manufactured by Itsu Oy, 1950s. Brass frame with opaline glass shades. Marked. Good vintage condition, minor patina consistent with age and use.
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
$2,286
Midcentury Swedish Sculptural Dresser, William Hinn
Located in Riverdale, NY
Wonderful curved and sculptural dresser or credenza from the 1950s Sweden with an exposed biomorphic frame of exquisitely hand-sculpted solid walnut...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Walnut
$7,600 Sale Price
20% Off
Floor Lamp Model "Ihanne"/ "Senator", Lisa Johansson-Pape, Orno Oy, 1950s
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Floor Lamp Model "Ihanne"/ "Senator", designed by Lisa Johansson-Pape, manufactured by Orno Oy, 1950s. Imitation leather (kerni) frame, brass details, painted metal lampshade. Good v...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal, Brass
Rare solid pine coffee table by Ilmari Tapiovaara for Laukaan Puu, Finland 1950s
Located in Antwerp, BE
A beautiful example of early post-war Nordic design, this solid pine coffee table was designed by renowned Finnish designer Ilmari Tapiovaara and produced by Laukaan Puu around 1950....
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Pine
Pair of Sten Wicéns Armchairs in Pierre Frey Fabric and Elm, Sweden, 1950s
Located in The Hague, NL
This rare pair of armchairs was produced by Sten Wicéns Möbelindustri in Sweden in the 1950s.
The elegant design is characterized by its rou...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Elm
Swedish Designer, Table Lamp, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and light beige fabric string table lamp designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s.
Oxidation present to brass
Wear to vintage shade consistent with age and use
Overall Di...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
1950s Hans Bergström Model E1271 Perforated Metal & Brass Table Lamp for ASEA
By Hans Bergström, ASEA
Located in Glendale, CA
1950s Hans Bergström Model E1271 Perforated Metal & Brass Table Lamp for ASEA.
Executed in painted perforated metal shade with attractively patinated brass legs. A lyrical and elega...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal, Brass
Rare Hand-Painted Flush Mount Model 1001, Lisa Johansson-Pape, Orno Oy, 1950s
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Rare hand-painted flush mount model 1001, designed by Lisa Johansson-Pape, manufactured by Orno Oy, 1950s. Marked. Frosted opaline glass shade with hand-painted leaves. Brass details...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Set of 6 Dining Chairs in Solid Oak, Belgium, 1950s
Located in Lejre, DK
Impressive set of 6 dining chairs crafted in solid oak in the 1950s and produced in Belgium. Made to a very high standard, the chairs feature a bold design with sculptural backrests ...
Category
1950s Belgian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Oak
A pair of large pendants by Paavo Tynell.
By Idman Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Long Island City, NY
A pair of large lighting pendant designed by Paavo Tynell. Finland Circa 1950th. Custom commission for United Paper Mills, produced by Idman Oy Vilhonvuorenkatu. Polished perforated ...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
$40,000 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Paavo Tynell model 9045, large opal glass and brass for Taito circa 1960.
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Hägersten-Liljeholmen, Stockholms län
Large Paavo Tynell flush mount model 9045 for Taito. The lamp is made with a brass core and a large opal glass ( 60 cm ) the largest version of this model. The lamp is in really good...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Pendant, Valinte Oy, 1950s
By Valinte Oy
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Pendant, manufactured by Valinte Oy, 1950s. Opaline glass shades with brass frame. Good vintage condition, patina consistent with age and use.
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Blue Olof Ottelin 'Jumbo' Armchair, Keravan Stockmann Finland, Late 1950s
By Dedar, Olof Ottelin
Located in The Hague, NL
This rare armchair was designed by Olof Ottelin in 1958. The model was named 'Jumbo' and was produced under model number 174 by Keravan Stockmann in Finland. The Jumbo was not only O...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Linen, Beech
Swedish Modern Floor Lamps by Nordiska Kompaniet, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Brass, produced by Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden. 1950s, model 32786.
Height: 156 cm
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Scandinavian Modern Pendant, Itsu, 1950s
By Itsu
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Scandinavian Modern pendant, manufactured by Itsu, 1950s. Brass frame, opaline glass shades, plastic flower details. Marked. Good vintage condition, patina consistent with age and use.
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Swedish Mid Century Copper Flower Table Planter by Hans-Agne Jakobsson, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare Swedish mid century tripod flower table planter in patinated copper with a black lacquered iron stand by Hans-Agne Jakobsson produced by his own firm in Sweden, 1950s. In good v...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Copper, Iron
Two-Tone AP33 Sofa by Hans Wegner for A.P. Stolen
Located in Dorchester, MA
The strong, clean lines of the AP33 sofa, designed by Hans Wegner for A.P. Stolen in the mid-1950s, make it a perfect fit for a contemporary environment. Set on ...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Oak, Upholstery
Kyllikki Salmenhaara / Creamer / Arabia Art Department 1950s
Located in Shibuya-Ku, JP
Kyllikki Salmenhaara was Finland's most accomplished ceramic artist, who refined her exceptional pottery skills into an art form, as well as a researcher and educator who devoted her...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Midcentury "Prag" Lounge Chair by Ib Madsen and Acton Schubell, Denmark, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Elegant lounge chair and footstool by Ib Madsen and Acton Schubell, model called “Prag”. Made from beech with sheepskin upholstery. Generous size and lovely details, like the neck cu...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Sheepskin, Wood
Scandinavian Modern Stoneware vase by Stig Lindberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Lovely, unique miniature stoneware vase by Stig Lindberg, formed like an onion with a slightly asymmetric shape. Embossed striped pattern, glazed light blue and clay.
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Stoneware
Mauri Almari Table Lamp Model 61054 in Brass & Rattan, Idman, 1950s
By Idman Oy, Mauri Almari
Located in Helsinki, FI
A beautiful and delicate brass table lamp designed by Mauri Almari and manufactured by Idman in the 1950s in Finland. Despite the small size of this lamp the combination of brass & w...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Carl Gustaf Hiort Af Ornäs, Lounge Chair, Wood, Sheepskin, Finland, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A wood and shearling lounge chair attributed to Carl Gustaf Hiort af Ornäs, Finland, 1950s.
For reference study model "Mikki" for Puunveisto Oy - Träsnideri Ab, Finland.
Arm Height...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Sheepskin, Wood
Swedish Designer, Stool, Teak, Shearling, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A teak and shearling stool designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s.
Reupholstered in brand new shearling.
Seat height: 18”
All upholstered furniture can be reupholstered upon re...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Sheepskin, Teak
Rolf Rastad & Adolf Relling “Bambi” Cane Armchair for Gustav Bahus
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Classic modern Bambi armchair designed by Rolf Rastad and Adolf Relling for Gustav Bahus in Norway circa1950s. This iconic Bambi design is exceptionally crafted in teak wood with lon...
Category
1950s Norwegian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Cane, Wood, Teak
Alvar Aalto Cabinet Model. 810 in Birch, Artek 1950s
Located in Helsinki, FI
A rare cabinet model 810 designed by Alvar Aalto and manufactured by Artek in Finland in the 1950s. Very minimal and sleek design, perfect for almost any interior. The item is in ver...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Birch
$9,087 Sale Price
30% Off
Pair Of Lisa Johansson-Pape `Ihanne` Table Lamps in Brass & Leather, Orno 1950s
Located in Helsinki, FI
A pair of impressive table lamps with solid brass shades designed by Lisa Johansson-Pape and manufactured by Orno In Finland in the middle of the 20th century. The leather on these h...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
A pair of wall lights by Paavo Tynell for Taito
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Long Island City, NY
A pair of wall lights designed by Paavo Tynell, for OY Taito, Model 9453.
Finland, circa 1950th. Opaline glass shades on brass hardware.
Both fixtures marked " OY Taito A 9453". One ...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
$18,000 / set
Scandinavian mid-century brass chandelier Tulip, Fog & Mørup, Denmark, 1950s
By Fog & Mørup
Located in Forserum, SE
A mid-century modern chandelier attributed to the Danish manufacturer Fog & Mørup, dating to the 1950s. This elegant piece is crafted from brass and features five arms, each holding ...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Rosewood floating Nightstand/console by Arch. Kai Kristiansen, Denmark 50s, Rare
Located in Forest, BE
This is a elegant floating console/ nightstand. The model is extremely rare and rarely offered in rosewood. Made of the finest veneer. The drawer is made of massive rosewood and the ...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Rosewood
Rare Alvar Aalto 3 Legged Stool Model 60 in Original Formica, Artek 1950s
Located in Helsinki, FI
A beautiful and rarely seen example of the iconic Aalto stools with the original formica seating. These 3 legged stools have long been our customers favorites, especially in rare col...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Formica, Birch
Rare and Large Silk Flush Mount, Itsu Oy, 1950s
By Itsu
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Rare large flush mount, manufactured by Itsu Oy, 1950s. Silk shade with brass details. Good vintage condition, minor patina consistent with age and use. Spectacular Scandinavian Mode...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Iconic Alvar Aalto Savoy Vase Model. 3030 in Deep Green, Iittala 1950s
By Iittala, Alvar Aalto
Located in Helsinki, FI
Alvar Aalto entered and won a competition held at the Karhula-Iittala glass factory that was organized for the 1937 Paris World Fair. The year was 1936 and Aalto´s entry was called `Eskimoerindens skinnbuxa` or `Eskimo Woman`s Leather Trousers` . The entry comprised of a number of different free-formed vases and bowls that came in different shapes and sizes.
The most famous of Aalto´s glass designs is exactly this so called `Savoy` vase, as it was part of the Savoy restaurant`s original interior design that was done by the Aalto couple.
Winning the competition marked the beginning of a succesful breakthrough for Alvar Aalto in addition to his other accomplishments as a world famous architect.
The early vases by Aalto are extremely sought after collectible´s gems that fetch incredible prices every now and then in auctions worldwide. We have seen them in a number of different colors, mainly clear glass, green, brown, and blue. This vase is fully signed Alvar Aalto and is in good condition.
This vase is signed Alvar Aalto 3030...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Blown Glass
Poul Kjærholm Chair "PK-22" in Patinated Leather by E. Kold Christensen, 1960s
Located in Odense, DK
Rare early E. Kold Christensen production "PK-22" by Poul Kjærholm in original dark brown aniline leather with an amazing deep patina. The leather and canvas upholstery work on these...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Steel
Børge Mogensen, Model 2254 Lounge Chair, 1956
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wonderful lounge chair 'BM-2254/ Slædestolen' designed by Børge Mogensen in 1956 and produced by Fredericia Stolefabrik, Sweden, adjustable mahogany frame with original beige alcanta...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Leather, Upholstery, Mahogany
$3,200 / item
Paavo Tynell Adjustable Ceiling Lamp 1967 in Original Condition, Taito 1950s
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
A beautiful adjustable ceiling pendant model 1967 by Paavo Tynell that harmoniously unites the patinated brass with the original linen shade and polka doted diffuser. The counterweig...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal, Brass
Serving Trolley, Side Table, Danish Design, Opal - Germany, 1950s
Located in Schwerin, MV
Well-preserved teak serving cart/side table by OPAL, Germany, model 406 G - 1950s. The design is very harmonious, with its slightly slanted, tapered, and rounded legs and the top pla...
Category
1950s German Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal
Mogens Koch Composite Book Case System in Solid Oak, Rud Rasmussen, 1950s
Located in Odense, DK
Early edition MK Book Case shelving system by Mogens Koch. Executed in solid oakwood by Rud Rasmussen, Copenhagen in the 1950s.
The lot consists of :
4 Bookcases: H: 76 W: 76 D: 28
...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Oak
Danish Mid Century Wooden Daybed in Oak, Canvas & Leather by Tage Poulsen, 1950s
By Tage Poulsen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare Danish mid century wooden daybed in stained oak with a canvas upholstery, a dark brown leather cushion and white sheepskin designed and produced by Tage Poulsen in Denmark, 1950...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Leather, Canvas, Oak
Alvar Aalto Pair of '36/401' Cantilever Armchairs in Black Fabric, 1950s
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Prague, New Town
Pair of highback cantilever armchairs, model '36/401', designed by Alvar Aalto in 1933. Produced by Artek in Finland, 1950s. Laminated birch, newly upholstered in black fabric.
Dime...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Birch
1950s Perforated Red Diabolo Plug-In Wall Lamp Attributed to Mauri Almari
Located in Glendale, CA
1950s Perforated Red Diabolo Plug-In Wall Lamp Attributed to Mauri Almari. A rare and elegant design executed in sculptural red painted perforated metal with attractively patinated b...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal, Brass
Coffee Corner Table in Teak and Cane by Peter Hvidt, Denmark, 1955
Located in Antwerp, BE
Midcentury solid teak corner table with woven rattan shelf. Excellent for use as a side table or sofa table manufactured by France and Sons designer ...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Teak
Josef Frank 'Gustav V' Cabinet in Rosewood, Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, 1950s
Located in The Hague, NL
This elegant rosewood cabinet was designed by Josef Frank for Svenskt Tenn in the late 1930's. In the Svensk Tenn archive's furniture book, Estrid Ericson (the founder of Svenskt Tenn) has made a pencil sketch of the cabinet and written "designed for the King", Gustaf V, likely for his 80th birthday in 1938. So this particular model 792 also became known as the Gustav V model.
The rare cabinet on offer here was produced by Svenskt Tenn in Sweden in the early 1950s. The model was usually produced in pyramid mahogany, only a few pieces were made in rosewood. The cabinet has double doors, veneered in mirorred rosewood, with a solid oak interior with a total of 10 pull-out drawers. Brass key and round brass door hinges...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Wood, Oak, Rosewood
Fog & Mørup, Wall Lights, Brass, Fabric, Denmark, 1950s
By Fog & Mørup
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass and white fabric wall lights, designed and produced by Fog & Mørup, Denmark, c. 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 11.75 ” H x 4.125” W x 6“D
Back Plate Dimensio...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Large, Round Brown Bowl - Carl-Harry Stålhane - Rörstrand - Mid-20th Century
Located in Stockholm, SE
A round ceramic bowl designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane at Rörstrand with a lovely brown har-fur glaze, the bowl is 29 cm (11.6") in diameter and 8 cm (3.2") high. It is in excellent co...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
1950s extendable round table by David Rosén
Located in Brescia, IT
Extendable round dining table with carved central base and radial finish, attributed to David Rosén for NK.
Extendable round table designed by David Rosén for Nordiska Kompaniet in ...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Teak
Rosewood Model 55 Armchair by Niels Otto Moller
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Rosewood model 55 armchair by Niels Otto Moller for J L Moller Mobelfabrik, circa 1950's. Iconic frame with graceful lines and sculptural floating armrests. Original paper cord seat ...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Papercord, Rosewood
Swedish Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and etched glass chandelier designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 22” H x 21” D
Dimensions of Canopy: 2.5“ H x 4.25” D
Stem length: 18.7...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Grete Jalk Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Design Teak Bookcases, 1950s
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern design teak bookcases set designed by Grete Jalk and produced by P. Jeppesens Møbelfabrik, movable vertical partition...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Teak
$6,931 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Pair Teak Nightstands Bedside Tables by Carlström & Co from Sweden 1950's
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Beautiful pair teak nightstands / bedside tables with drawer and magazine rack on beech legs from the 1950s.
The night stands are made by Carlstr...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Teak
Paavo Tynell, large opal flush mount model 2093 for Idman
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Hägersten-Liljeholmen, Stockholms län
Large opal & brass flush mount light model 2093 for idman, good original condition, the lamp is stamp by the editor Idman. Largest version of this model. Paavo Tynell is one of the m...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
A pair of pendants by Mauri Amari for Idman
By Mauri Almari, Idman Oy
Located in Long Island City, NY
A chandelier designed by Mauri Almari for Idman Oy, Model 51122. Finland, circa 1950s.
Featured on Idman catalog No 132, page 7.
Polished brass with three original glass shades. Mea...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
$6,000 / item
Scandinavian Modern Rosewood Dining Chairs by Hans Brattrud, set of Six.
Located in London, GB
Scandinavian Modern Rosewood Dining Chairs by Hans Brattrud, Set of Six, 1958
A distinguished and rare collection of six Scandia Senior high‑back dining chairs, crafted in 1958 by Hans Brattrud for Hove Møbler, Norway. Celebrated as one of the most exceptional Scandinavian Modern designs from the post‑war era, the Scandia Senior strikes a balance between sculptural grace and refined ergonomic function.
The elegantly bent rosewood slats mirror the shape of the human body, while a minimalist metal base provides stability without sacrificing lightness. These chairs have been expertly restored, repolished, and reupholstered by our team of skilled artisans to preserve their timeless authenticity and ready them for contemporary use.
Museum Holdings & Accolades
Hans Brattrud’s work—including the Scandia series—is represented in prominent national and international museum collections such as the National Museum of Art, Architecture and Design in Norway and The National Gallery of Australia.
The Scandia series has garnered numerous accolades: in 1967, the Scandia Stackable (Junior) chair was awarded the Gold Medal at the International Arts and Crafts Fair in Munich and the “Award for Design Excellence” by the Norwegian Design Council. Later, the Scandia Senior received the Interior Innovation Award, Cologne 2006 and was nominated for The Design Award of the Federal Republic of Germany 2007.
Listing Highlights
• Designer: Hans Brattrud
• Maker: Hove Møbler, Norway
• Model: Scandia Senior (High-Back)
• Date: 1958
• Materials: Rosewood, steel, upholstery
• Condition: Fully restored, repolished, reupholstered
Why These Chairs Stand Out
• Complete set of six — exceptional rarity and visual impact
• Sculptural, organic forms that blend comfort with aesthetic purity
• Distinguished by museum collections and design awards
• Recently featured in Architectural Digest within Sienna Miller...
Category
1950s Norwegian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Chrome
Finnish Scandinavian Modern Wall Light, 1950s
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Finnish Scandinavian Modern wall light, 1950s. Brass frame with fabric shade. Good vintage condition, minor patina consistent with age and use.
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Pair of CH-27 oak and cane weave lounge chairs by Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen
Located in Hägersten, SE
Pair of lounge chairs model CH-27 designed by Hans J. Wegner. Produced in Denmark by Carl Hansen & Søn during the 1950s. Made from solid oak with cane weave seats. Beautiful patina a...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Cane, Oak
Paavo Tynell Starry Sky Ceiling Lamp 9068 in Black & Brass, Idman 1950s
By Paavo Tynell, Idman
Located in Helsinki, FI
The Starry Sky is one of the most iconic designs of Paavo Tynell`s lamps. It was made by both Taito and Idman in a few different sizes. The way the light filters through the grill an...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal, Brass
Mauri Almari for Idman '71022' Wall Lights, 1950
By Idman Oy, Mauri Almari
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wonderful articulate brass wall lights model '71022' by Mauri Almari for Idman, Finland, 1950 with a perforated brass shade on a swivel arm, with individual on/off switch on the back...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
$5,800 / set
Paavo Tynell, Flower Bouquet Ceiling Lamp 9029/5 in Brass and Glass, Taito 1950s
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
This elegant chandelier "Morsiuskimppu" or "Bridal bouquet" model 9029/5 is designed by Paavo Tynell (1890-1973) for Taito.
It is polished brass with leaf and flower decorations. Fiv...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Danish 1950's His and Hers Lounge Chairs in Olive Mohair
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A design that will just never go out of style. Classic pair of Danish 1950's his and hers lounge chairs. Original olive fabric. Padding and fabric in still clean and usable conditi...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Beech, Mohair
Chandelier by Paavo Tynell
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Long Island City, NY
Ceiling lamp model "9029", designed by Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy. Stamped "TAITO 9029". Finland , Circa 1940th-1950th.
One glass shade slightly shorter then other, but not effected ...
Category
1950s Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
$18,000
Swedish Designer, Lounge Chairs, Bamboo, Rattan, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of bamboo and rattan lounge chairs designed and produced in Sweden, 1950s.
Seat Height (inches): 12.5”
Arm Height (inches): 21.88"
All items ship from High Point, North Car...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
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