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: Mid-20th Century
Rare Palle Suenson Easy Chair by Fritz Hansen, Sheepskin, Denmark 1940s
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
PALLE SUENSON & FRITZ HANSEN - SCANDINAVIAN MODERN
Sculptural and rare easy chair with stained beech legs, designed by Palle Suenson and manufactured in 1940's by Fritz Hansen.
A unique sourced piece of design, first exhibited at the renowned "Snedkerlaugets Møbeludstilling", Kunstindustrimuseet, now Design Museum Denmark.
A "design inspired by the comfort of the automobile seating and at the same time costumed the requirements of a modern home" Source: Snedkerlaugets Møbeludstilling.
The armchair have been reupholstered professionally in cream coloured shearling and cognac coloured buttons.
Very comfortable and a beautiful attribution to both modern and classic interiors.
A collector's item.
PALLE SUENSON:
Palle Suenson (1904-1987) is one of Denmark’s most sought after modernistic architects of the 20th century and his pieces are sold by prominent Philips Auctions...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Sheepskin
Ib Kofod Larsen Teak and Beech Lounge Chair
Located in Oakland, CA
Danish lounge chair designed by Ib Kofod Larsen crafted of a beech frame with curved teak backrest, upholstered seat in sheepskin.
Measurements
W 21.75’’ x D 24.75’’ x H 29.50’’
Seat...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Sheepskin, Beech, Teak
Swedish Designer Josef Frank Style Textile Dome Pendant, 1960s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Scandinavian midcentury modern vintage pendant with cream white dome shaped textile shade over metal mount and three red wooden globes on top. In the organic modern style of Josef Fr...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Textile, Wood
Danish Cabinetmaker Curved Sofa Sheepskin c1940s
Located in London, England
This wonderfully curved sofa, produced by a Danish Cabinetmaker in the 1940s, has an inviting back and wrap around arms. It also features a curved seat and has been totally refurbish...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Sheepskin, Oak
Swedish Designer, Flush Mount, Glass, Chrome, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A beige opaline glass and chrome flush mount designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1930s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 7.25"H x 7.25"W x 7.25"D
All items ship from High Point, North ...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Chrome
Pair of 1970’s Swedish Leather Lounge Chairs
Located in Turners Falls, MA
Pair of 1970’s lounge chairs. Made in Sweden. Sculptural high back chair with button tufted red leather.
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Leather
1930s Poul Henningsen Five-arm "Bombardment" Chandelier
Located in London, GB
1930s Poul Henningsen Five-arm "Bombardment" Chandelier made by Louis Poulsen in the 1930s. Five-arm Bombardment chandelier with frame of patinated metal, canopy, base and socket hou...
Category
1930s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal
Ceiling Lamp Bubblan by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, Sweden 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Midcentury hanging glass ceiling lamp Bubblan " the Bubble" by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors Glass 1965, Sweden 1950s. Model RD 2177/117. Round shaped design lamp with a calming light ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
1940s Kaare Klint Three Seater Sofa, Hardwood Legs & Striped Wool Upholstery
Located in London, GB
1940s Kaare Klint Three Seater Sofa, with Mahogany Legs & Striped Wool Upholstery with Leather Trim. Usable condition. Bespoke quote can be...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Leather, Wool, Hardwood
Ture Berglund, Table Lamp, Glass, Brass, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A glass and brass table lamp, designed by Ture Berglund and produced by Skansen glas, Sweden, c. 1940s.
Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 9.4"H x 5.5"W x 5.5"D
Dimensions of Shade (inch...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
New Edition Frits Henningsen Heritage Chair by Carl Hansen
Located in London, GB
Carl Hansen now produces the FH419 Heritage Chair by Frits Henningsen. This chair is a new production and was a display model. Oak legs and green wool upholstery.
The chair is cha...
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1930s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Wool, Oak
Brutalist Sideboard in Oak, Danish Mid Century Modern, Kjærnulf Style, 1960s
Located in Odense, DK
A fantastic classic sideboard in oak with a sculptural front design. Made by a Danish Cabinetmaker in the 1960s. This piece is in a good vintage condition, with few traces of wear.
...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Oak
1950s Sofa by Kerstin Horlin-Holmquist
Located in Turners Falls, MA
Sofa designed by Kerstin Horlin-Holmquist. Manufactured by Nordiska Kompaniet. Birch legs with vintage upholstery. 1958
Unmarked
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Birch
Set of 2 Brass Wall or Table Lamps
Located in München, DE
Charming brass table lamps from the 1950s.
Particularly beautiful design and an enrichment for every home.
Can also be used flexibly as wall lamps, for example in the bedroom.
A wond...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal
Lounge Chair - Carl Gustaf Hiort Af Ornäs - "Siesta" - Puunveisto Oy - Sheepskin
Located in Stockholm, SE
One of my favourite chairs, the "Siesta-chair" designed in 1952 by Carl Gustaf Hiort af Ornäs at Puunveisto Oy in Finland. This chair is reupholstered in sheepskin and is in excellen...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Sheepskin, Teak
Swedish flat weave Röllakan carpet, 1960s
Located in Uppsala, SE
Swedish flat weave Röllakan carpet from the 1960s by unknown designer. Main colour is green in a few different tones with a variety of patterns and shapes in pink, beige and blue on ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Wool, Linen
Scandinavian Modern Candle Sconce by KONRAD GALAAEN (1923-2004), c. 1960/70s
Located in Skien, NO
**Mid-Century Norwegian Porcelain Sconce by Konrad Galaaen for Porsgrund, 1960/70s**
A stunning candle sconce by celebrated Norwegian designer **Konrad Galaaen (1923-2004)** for *...
Category
Mid-20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal
Considerable Large Handwoven Swedish Red Color Range Tapestry by Irma Kronlund
Located in Örebro, SE
This is the Swedish considerable large tapestry by Irma Kronlund, handwoven for Kronoberg Läns Hemslöjd, measuring majestic 90x56 in (229x142 cm).
It comes in a beautifully color range in red and orange and this wonderful motif depicting a group with tall buildings.
Irma Kronlund designed a lot of carpets, embroideries and tapestry by order of the church, so what we see here could represent church towers stretching towards the sky.
It could very well be a unique wall hanging. Title unknown.
This very rare vintage tapestry is signed KLH (Kronobergs Läns Hemslöjd...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Wool, Linen
Fog & Mørup, Scandinavian mid-century modernist table lamp, brass, Denmark 1940s
Located in Forserum, SE
A rare Scandinavian mid-century modernist desk lamp model E6493, produced in Denmark by the renowned manufacturer Fog & Mørup in the 1940s. The model is attributed to Danish architec...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass, Iron
Scandinavian Modern Siesta Lounge Chair by Ingmar Relling, Norway 1970s
Located in Bergen, NO
This iconic Siesta lounge chair, designed by renowned Norwegian designer Ingmar Relling in the 1970s, exemplifies the clean lines and functional elegance of Scandinavian modernism. T...
Category
Mid-20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Leather, Bentwood
Børge Mogensen Oak Chest of Drawers, circa 1960, Sweden.
Located in Brussels, BE
Børge Mogensen low chest of drawers for Karl Andersson & Söner, circa 1960, Sweden.
Oak, 4 drawers.
Dimensions: 66 cm H, 68 cm W, 48 cm D.
Original condition.
All purchases are cover...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Oak
A pair of ceiling lamp by Paavo Tynell model K2-20
By Paavo Tynell, Idman Oy
Located in Long Island City, NY
A pair of ceiling lamps model "K2-20", designed by Paavo Tynell for Idman Oy, Finland, circa 1950th. Custom version with brass stem and wire decor. Perforated polished brass and fros...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Modernist Carl Malmsten Pine 1940s Desk with a shelf, unique
Located in Forest, BE
This is a unusual desk made out of pine. Produced in Sweden around the 1940s. It is a so unique in the shape, the base is very unusual with the shelf as a feet. It will brighten any...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Pine
Swedish Designer, Wall Light, Glass, Brass, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and etched glass wall light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1930s.
Overall Dimensions (Inches): 10.25"H x 6.25"W x 4.25"D
Back Plate Dimensions (Inches): 10.0"H x 5.75"...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Danish Brutalist Sideboard by Henning Kjærnulf in Oakwood, 1960s, Denmark
Located in Odense, DK
Tall sideboard in Nordic oak designed by Henning Kjærnulf for Nyrup Møbelfabrik/ EG Kvalitetsmøbler, Denmark in the 1960s. This sculptural credenza offers loads of storage space. Fo...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Oak
Rainer Daumiller, Bench in Pine, Danish Modern, Hirtshals Savværk, 1970s
Located in Odense, DK
A charming and robust small bench in solid pine with visible dowels, designed in the 1970s by Rainer Daumiller for Hirtshals Savværk. This piece reflects Daumiller’s signature approa...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Pine
Swedish Designer, Pendant Light, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and etched glass pendant light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1930s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 11.75"H x 19.0"W x 19.0"D
Stem Length (inches): 1.0"
Dimensions of C...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Børge Mogensen Loungechair "Model 246" in Oak & Teakwood by Fredericia, 1957
Located in Odense, DK
Early and important chair by Børge Mogensen. The model 246 features rattan cane on seat and back and solid teakwood sledge base attached to the oak construction with finger joints. T...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Rattan, Oak, Teak
1960s, Danish design by Kai Kristensen, model 32, set of 8 dinning chairs.
Located in Tarm, 82
1960s, Danish design by Kai Kristensen, model 32. Set of 8 dining table chairs. Reupholstered in quality cognac brown furniture leather, renewed teak wood. Manufactured by Danish fur...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Leather, Teak
Early Poul Henningsen Copper Table Lamp, 1930s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Poul Henningsen & Louis Poulsen, Mid-century Modern design
This is the iconic Poul Henningsen (PH 4/3) table lamp with original copper shades.
Stand, switch and socket house of bro...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Copper
Mid 20th Century Grete Jalk for France & Sons 4 Seater Danish Modern Sofa
By Grete Jalk
Located in Wheat Ridge, CO
Grete Jalk for France & Sons 4 Seater Danish Modern Teak Sofa circa 1960s.
Measurements: 98" wide, 29" deep, 29" high with an arm height of 21", seat height of 16.75", seat width of...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Scandinavian Rug Green IS
Located in Ferrara, IT
This Scandinavian Rollakan rug, attributed to Ingegerd Silow, measures 240 × 172 cm and embodies the tranquil elegance of mid-century Swedish design. Silow, one of Sweden’s most reno...
Category
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Wool
Pair of Two Low Cabinets in white Oak by Henry Kjærnulf, Denmark ca. 1970
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Pair of Beautiful small cabinets or consoles Designed by Henry Kjærnulf and produced in Denmark around 1970. Made from white oak that has attained a beautiful patina and color over t...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Oak
Carl Malmsten for O.H. Sjögren 'Farmor' Armchair in Honey Sheepskin, 1950s
Located in Prague, New Town
Armchair model 'Farmor', designed by Swedish designer Carl Malmsten (1888–1972). Manufactured by O.H. Sjögren in the 1950s. Wooden legs, armchair recently reupholstered in Honey shee...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Sheepskin, Leather, Wood
Alfred Christensen Danish 1940's Easy Low Back Chair with Grey Sheepskin
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Classic elegant very luxurious Danish low back lounge chair from 1940s by Alfred Christensen for Slagelse Mobelvaerk with open armrests in beautifully curved beech and grey sheepskin...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Sheepskin, Beech
1960's Set of Six Excellent Restored Customizable Danish Teak Dining Chairs
Located in Knebel, DK
1960's set of six fully restored customizable Danish teak dining chairs
Set of Six Danish dining chairs in teak with curved backrests and elegant frames manufactored by Korup Stolef...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Danish Midcentury Sofa with Teak Legs Designed Bent Møller Jepsen DN
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Bent Møller Jepsen's iconic loveseat chair originally named the "TV" sofa, the series also included chairs and other living room furniture, was designed in the 1950s and produced b...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Wool, Teak, Leather
Niels Møller for Gudme Møbelfabrik Danish Modern Dining Table, Newly Refinished
Located in South Bend, IN
A sleek and stylish mid-century Danish Modern sculpted rosewood extension dining table
By Niels Møller for Gudme Møbelfabrik
Denmark, Circa 1960s
Measures: 64"W x 41.5"D x 27.5"H....
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Rosewood
Vintage Sideboard by Leo Bub for Bub Wertmöbel, 1960s
By Bub Wertmöbel 1
Located in Ranst, VAN
Beautiful sideboard by Leo Bub for BUB Wertmöbel. This sideboard is a true collector’s piece, featuring four hinged doors, two inner drawers, and a lot of storage space. Made of teak...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Teak
Axel Einar Hjorth Wooden Lovö Shelf in Pine for Nordiska Kompaniet Sweden, 1930s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare Swedish early mid century wooden "lovö" bookcase / cabinet in pine by Axel Einar Hjorth for Nordiska Kompaniet Stockholm, 1930s.
In good original condition aquired from the ori...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Pine
"Fringe" Ceiling Lamp by Hans-Agne Jakobson, Sweden, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
“Fringe” ceiling lamp by Hans-Agne Jakobsson, made from brass with drapes white textile chords suspended in layers from shade. Perfect boudoir lighting.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Scandinavian Modern Bar Stools Canvas & Rattan Cane by Poul Nørreklit, 1960s
Located in Odense, DK
Very rare set of 3 large bar stools by Danish Designer Poul Nørreklit. Made in red lacquered tubular steel, rattan cane and canvas seats. Produced in the 1960s.
Category
1960s Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Canvas, Rattan
Scandinavian Modern Large Sideboard or Cabinet on Wheels, 1930s Functionalism
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Odense, DK
Unique early modernist "Funkis" sideboard made in Scandinavia in the 1930s. The sideboard stands on wooden casters and can be moved around.
Category
1930s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Wood
Set of 6 Vintage Danish Modern Dining Chairs by Erik Buch
Located in Gardiner, NY
Set of 6 authentic vintage mid century Danish / Scandinavian Modern dining chairs.
Designed by Erik Buch for Anderstrup Møbelfabrik.
This set is in excellent refurbished condition ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Teak
Scandinavian Modern Oakwood Chest of Drawers by Henry Kjærnulf, 1960s, Denmark
Located in Odense, DK
Chest of drawers made in Denmark in the 1960s and attributed to Henry Kjærnulf. Great carved details and brass hardware.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Oak
Swedish Designer, Wall Lights, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass and etched beige glass wall lights designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (Inches): 10.5” H x 7” W x 4.8“ D
Back Plate Dimensions (Inches): 6...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Rare Kaare Klint Box sofas in Mahogany & Niger Leather, Scandinavian Modern
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Kaare Klint & Rud Rasmussen snedkerier.
A stunning pair of rare Kaare Klint Model no. 4118S two-seater box-shaped sofas with profiled cross legged mahogany frame. (Also called X-Bas...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Swedish mid-century Zebrano chest of drawers, ca 1950s
Located in Uppsala, SE
Swedish mid-century Zebrano chest of drawers in a minimalist style. Unusual detail of the lowest drawer that is slightly curved at the bottom which makes the overall shape a bit mor...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Wood
Mid-century Danish Rosewood Dresser or Nightstand
Located in Oakland, CA
Four drawer dresser crafted in Brazilian rosewood with book-matched grain and raised on tapered legs. Finely restored and in excellent condition.
Measurements
Width 32.50’’ x Depth 1...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Rosewood
Oak and Leather Lounge Chair with Ottoman
Located in München, DE
Wonderful and very comfortable Danish leather armchair from the 1960s.
Very nice design and high-quality workmanship.
The robust and very soft leather ensures a very comfortable seat...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Leather, Oak
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, patina consistent with age and use.
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Pair of 1930s Finnish Brass Plug-In Wall Lights Attributed to Paavo Tynell
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Glendale, CA
Pair of 1930s Finnish Brass Plug-In Wall Lights Attributed to Paavo Tynell.
A highly refined pair of adjustable rectangular wall lamps executed in attractively patinated brass with ...
Category
1930s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Pair of wall lamps by Yki Nummi. Produced in Finland by Orno, 1950-60s
Located in Hägersten, SE
Pair of wall lamps designed by Yki Nummi. Produced in Finland by Orno during the 1950-60s. Made from red and white acrylic with teak back and brass details. Very good vintage conditi...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Danish Mid Century, Classic Rectangular Sideboard in Oak, Kjærnulf Style, 1960s
Located in Odense, DK
A spectacular brutalist sideboard in oak with brass fittings. Made by a Danish cabinetmaker in the 1960s. This piece is in a good vintage condition, with highlighted details such as ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Danish Modern Teak 2 Door Bookcase
Located in Wilmington, DE
Mid-Century Modern Danish Modern Teak 2 Door Bookcase
Offered is a piece of time and design: a teak 2 door bookcase. The pieces features an open face and 2 doors, it includes 6 shel...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Teak
Set of ten Midcentury "Sawbuck" dining chairs, Hans J. Wegner, Denmark, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Set of ten “Sawbuck” dining chairs by Hans J. Wegner, made from beech with teak backrests and cognac leather seats. Wonderful rustic design, great to sit on.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Leather, Teak, Beech
Bo Wretling for Otto Wretling Lounge Chair in Bicolor Purple Pierre Frey Mohair
By Bo Wretling, Otto Wretling
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Bo Wretling for Otto Wretling, lounge chair, Pierre Frey Teddy mohair, Umeå, Sweden, 1930s
Designed by Bo Wretling and produced in the Otto Wretling workshop, this rare lounge chair...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal
Midcentury dining chairs, Torbjørn Afdal, Bruksbo, Norway, 1960s, set of eight
Located in Stockholm, SE
Set of eight beautiful dining chairs by Torbjørn Afdal, made from rosewood in a lovely rich brown nuance. Olive green leather seats and backs, elegantly framed by the wood.
Original...
Category
1960s Norwegian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
1947 Steffen Syrach-Larsen, 16 Solid Wood Chairs, Patinated Leather Upholstery
Located in London, GB
1947 Steffen Syrach-Larsen 16 solid wood chairs sold individually. Require reupholstery in aniline leather to be selected by purchaser. Made by cabinetmaker Gustav Bertelsen. H: 77 W...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Hardwood
Andersson & Johansson, Vase, Ceramic, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A beige and black-lacquered ceramic vase produced by Andersson & Johansson, Sweden, c. 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 8.7"H x 12.0"W x 9.75"D
All items ship from High Point, N...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
arly Pair Hans Wegner Queen Chairs by Johannes Hansen c.1960 / New Upholstery
Located in Handewitt, DE
A pair of early"Queen chairs" by Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen / AP Stolen 1960. Both of them completely reupholstered with fine Kvadrat Denmark fabric and cognac leather accents. ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Stainless Steel
Ib Kofod Larsen Lounge Chair in Leather
Located in Oakland, CA
Rare Danish lounge chair designed by IB Kofod Larsen for G. Laauser, 1955. Finely sculpted frame of nut wood with a steamed back structure, and inne...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Antti Nurmesniemi, a pair of 1950s '418' armchairs for Artek
Located in Helsinki, FI
Antti Nurmesniemi, a pair of 1950s '418' armchairs for Artek.
Wooden frame, Wool upholstery on seat and back in black with buttons. Leather armrests.
Very unique model - never in p...
Category
Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Leather, Wool, Oak
Mid Century Danish Teak Credenza with Sliding Doors & Drawers
Located in Oakland, CA
Mid-century teak credenza finely crafted featuring mitered corners, a series of four drawers, and three sliding doors. The sliding doors showcase old-growth teak grain patterns acros...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Teak
Swedish Designer, Table Lamp, Wood, Brass, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and wood table lamp designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 8.1” H x 4” Diameter
Dimensions of Shade (inches): 3.5” Top Diameter x 8” Bottom...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
1960s Grete Jalke Sofas With Oak Legs and Blue Wool Upholstery
Located in London, GB
Four Available: 1960s Grete Jalke Freestanding Sofas With Stained Oak Legs and Blue Wool Upholstery and made by Johannes Hansen. Require reupholstery. Wool with stains, wear and defe...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Sisal and Teak Pendant Lamp by Temde
Located in München, DE
Exceptionally beautiful and very rare pendant lamp from the 1960s.
The design is very unusual.
The shape and materials create a warm and very pleasant light.
Especially beautiful tea...
Category
1960s German Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Teak, Raffia, Plastic
Danish Cabinetmaker Sheepskin Sofa with Ball Feet c1940s
Located in London, England
Danish Cabinetmaker - Sheepskin Sofa, c1940s
A cabinetmaker produced sofa dating from c1940s in Denmark with wonderfully curved arms and solid oak ball feet. The sofa has been total...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Sheepskin, Oak
Chest of drawers by Axel Larsson for Bodafors, Sweden, 1930s
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Great chest of drawers designed by Axel Larsson for Svenska möbelfabrikerna, Bodafors in Sweden during the 1940s.
Rare model. Made in stained birch with beautiful sculpted handels.
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Birch
Round Danish Stool in Light Sheepskin, 1940s
Located in Prague, New Town
Round Danish stool, tabouret, ottoman, made by a Danish cabinetmaker in the 1940s. In the manner of Arnold Madsen (1907-1989). Made from wood, seat ...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Sheepskin, Wood
Otto Schulz Wingback Chair in Sheepskin and Birch, BOET, Sweden, 1946
By Otto Schulz, Boet
Located in The Hague, NL
This exceptionally rare armchair was designed by Otto Schulz and produced by Boet in Gothenburg, Sweden, in 1946. Its rounded, organic lines create a striking yet inviting silhouette...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Sheepskin, Birch
Metal Moon Pendant Lamp
Located in München, DE
Extraordinarily beautiful moon pendant lamp from the 1960s.
Special design with the slats in different green tones.
Rare design object in excellent c...
Category
1960s German Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal
Danish Palshus Large Table Lamp With Brown Glaze and New Shade 1960s Mid Century
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Large mid-century conical shaped table lamp made by Danish Palshus Ceramic.
The lamp was designed by Per Lindemann-Schmidt and made in the 1960s.
It is made with chamotte clay which ...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Stoneware, Fabric
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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