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: 20th Century
Scandinavian Midcentury Lounge Chairs in Sheepskin
Located in Karlstad, SE
Pair of large high-back lounge chairs manufactured in Denmark, 1930s.
These majestic chairs surround you with their curved backrest and are just as comfortable as they look.
They...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Sheepskin, Wood
Børge Mogensen Spanish Chair in Cognac Leather and Oak for Fredericia, 1967
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Iconic early vintage Spanish chair by Børge Mogensen for Fredericia Stolefabrik, Denmark designed in 1958. Solid oak frame with cognac saddle leather all in very good original vintag...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Leather, Oak
Scandinavian Easy Chair and Ottoman Model 272 Designed by Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Karlstad, SE
Very rare easy chair and ottoman model 272 in rosewood and leather designed by Illum Wikkelsø.
Beautifully designed chair in rosewood and black saddle leather. The solid rosewood le...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Rosewood, Leather
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
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
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
Set of Swedish Pine Wood Wall Lamps by Aneta, Sweden, 1970s
By Aneta
Located in Værløse, DK
Set of Swedish Modern Pine wood Wall lamps made by Aneta in the 1970s. A fine Scandinavian duo.
* A pair (2) of wall lamps in Pine wood with white round glass shades
* Manufacturer...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Glass, Wood, Pine
Pine Wood Chandelier by Jan Wickelgren for Aneta, Sweden, 1970s
By Aneta
Located in Værløse, DK
Light White Stained Pine Wood Chandelier with Original Shades designed by Jan Wickelgren for Aneta in the 1970s. A cosy piece of lightning for an exquisite home.
* Light-white st...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Pine, Wood
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
Pair of 1930s Finnish Brass Plug-In Wall Lights Attributed to Paavo Tynell
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell
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
Vintage Scandinavian Modern Rosewood Desk by Ganddal Møbelfabrikk
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An iconic Scandinavian Modern rosewood desk crafted by Ganddal Møbelfabrikk in the 1960s. This exceptional vintage rosewood desk showcases all of the hallmarks of Mid-Century Modern ...
Category
Mid-20th Century European Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Rosewood
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
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
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
Scandinavian Modern Round to Oval Teak Expanding Dining Table Attr Gudme Mobel.
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern round to oval teak expanding dining table with 2 leaves Attributed to Gudme Mobelfabrik, made in Denmark. This piece has been attributed...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Teak
Set of 8 Dining Chairs in Oak and Woven Cane by Arne Vodder, 1951
By Arne Vodder
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Set of 8 Dining Chairs in Oak and Woven Cane by Arne Vodder, 1951
Additional Information:
Material: Oak and woven cane
Style: Mid century, Scandinavian
Rare set of 8 dining chairs m...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Oak, Cane
Library / Console Table in Acid-Stained Pine by Axel Einar Hjorth, 1932
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Library / Console Table in Acid-Stained Pine by Axel Einar Hjorth, 1932
Additional Information:
Material: Acid-stained pine
Style: Mid century, Scandinavian
Very rare library / cons...
Category
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Pine
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
Elhå Belysning, Pendant Light, Metal, Parchment Paper, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A beige-lacquered metal and brown parchment paper "Liberty" pendant light attributed Elhå Belysning, Sweden, c. 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 19.5"H x 25.75"W x 25.75"D
Stem ...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal
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
Scandinavian Vintage Lounge Chairs attributed to Frits Schlegel, Denmark, 1940s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pair of beautiful lounge chairs attributed to Frits Schlegel, in a neat and light design. Made from mahogany and very decorative rattan, puffy seats with white bouclé upholstery.
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Mahogany, 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
Mid Century Sideboard in Oak, Made by a Danish Cabinetmaker in the 1960s
Located in Odense, DK
A classic rectangular sideboard / cabinet in oak with great storage space and a refined carved front design. Made by a Danish cabinetmaker in the 1960s.
This piece is in a good vinta...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Oak
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
Original Danish Caprani Floor Lamp, 1970s, Denmark
Located in Værløse, DK
Original Caprani no. 820 floor lamp by Mads Caprani in the 1970s. It is in excellent condition with the original shade and barely any marks. Absolutely best kept we have ever seen. ...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal
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
Bo Wretling for Otto Wretling Lounge Chair in Bicolor Purple Pierre Frey Mohair
By Otto Wretling, Bo 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
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
Scandinavian Mid Century Lounge Chairs in Sheepskin
Located in Karlstad, SE
Low-back lounge chairs manufactured in Sweden ca 1940.
Cozy lounge chairs with exceptional proportions and design.
They have been reupholstered i...
Category
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Sheepskin, Wood
Scandinavian Mid Century Lounge Chair in Sheepskin
Located in Karlstad, SE
High-back lounge chair manufactured in Denmark ca 1940.
This majestic chair surrounds you with its curved backrest and it is just as comfortable as i...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Sheepskin, Wood
Sideboard in Teak and Steel by Børge Mogensen, 1950s
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Sideboard in Teak and Steel by Børge Mogensen, 1950s
Additional Information:
Material: Teak, steel
Style: midcentury, Scandinavian
Produced by Søborg Møbelfabrik in Denmark
Di...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Teak
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
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
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
Set Of Two Candelabras designed by Eik Hogland, Sweden
Located in Antwerp, BE
A decorative set midcentury modern four-armed table candelabras, designed by Erik Höglund for Kosta Boda. Made in wrought iron, amber glass, 1970s.
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal, Wrought Iron
Swedish Designer, Wall Light, Fabric, Metal, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A floral printed off-white fabric and metal wall light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (Inches): 16” H x 5” W x 4.25” D
Back Plate Dimensions (Inches)...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal
Modular Wall Unit by Peter Petrides for Interna Wandmöbel
By Interna
Located in Ranst, VAN
Vintage modular wall unit by Peter Petrides for Interna Wandmöbel. This teak setup has ten storage cabinets, five bookshelves and five uprights with a black metal attachment to the w...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Wood
Alvar Aalto ‘Tank’ Lounge Chair in Red Velvet, Finland 1940s
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Prague, New Town
A rare cantilever lounge chair, model ’37/400′ (also known as the ‘Tank’ chair), designed in 1936 by Finnish architect and designer Alvar Aalto (1898-1976). Manufactured by Artek in ...
Category
1940s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Velvet, Birch
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 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
Pair of Kai Kristiansen Solid Wood Chairs Re-upholstered in Cream Leather
Located in London, GB
A pair or multiple pairs of Kai Kristiansen solid wood dining chairs with frames repolished and reupholstered in cream leather (or other leather or fabric of buyer's choice). This mo...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Wool
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
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
Sisal Pendant Lamp from Temde
Located in München, DE
Exceptionally beautiful pendant lamp from the 1960s.
The design is very unusual.
The shape and materials create a warm and very pleasant light.
Condition:
Very good vintage conditi...
Category
1960s German Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Raffia, Plastic, Beech
Mummenthaler and Meier Magic Box Desk
Located in Highland, IN
Designed by Mummenthaler and Meier and made in Norway, this handsome and highly functional Scandinavian modern desk serves beautifully today as a home office system.
Like so much Sc...
Category
1960s Norwegian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Birch, Teak
Pair of Bookcases in Mahogany, Brass and Mirrored Glass by Josef Frank, 1950's
By Josef Frank
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Pair of Bookcases in Mahogany, Brass and Mirrored Glass by Josef Frank, 1950's
Additional Information:
Material: Mahogany, brass and mirrored glass
Style: Mid century, Scandinavian
...
Category
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Danish Bar Cabinet by Reno Wahl Iversen for Dyrlund
Located in Karlstad, SE
"Captains bar" designed by Reno Wahl Iversen for Dyrlund, Denmark. The bar is made of rosewood with elegant details in brass. The black l...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Sofa in Rosewood and Original Brown Leather by Illum Wikkelsø, 1960's
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Sofa in Rosewood and Original Brown Leather by Illum Wikkelsø, 1960's
Additional Information:
Material: Rosewood and original brown leather
Style: Mid century, Scandinavian
Very rar...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Rosewood, Leather
Scandinavian glass pendant lamp Löken, Helge Zimdal, Falkenberg, Sweden 1960s
Located in Forserum, SE
Pendant lamp Löken, Swedish for “The Onion”, designed by Swedish architect Helge Zimdal for the manufacturer Falkenbergs Belysning in the 1960s. In contrast to the common brass versi...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Steel
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
Expertly Restored - Fredrik Kayser Model-934 Rosewood & Leather Sofa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
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Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precis...
Category
1970s Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Leather, Rosewood, Feathers
Swedish designer fabric and brass ceiling lamp, 1940s
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Beautiful ceiling light by unknown Swedish designer during the first half of the 20th century.
Elegant design in brass and fabric. Two light sources.
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Swedish Designer, Table Lamp, Fabric, Metal, Wood, Sweden, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
An embroidery fabric, white lacquered metal and wood table lamp designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1960s.
Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 11.2” H x 6.4“ Diameter
Bulb Spec...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal
Swedish modern lounge chair by Sven Staaf, Sweden 1940s
Located in Hägersten, SE
Lounge chair attributed to Sven Staaf. Likely produced by Almgren & Staaf during the 1940-50s. Beige/grey wool fabric and beech legs. Great oversized back rest and overall beautiful ...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Wool, Beech
Hans Bergström for Ateljé Lyktan 5-arm Chandelier in Brass, Sweden 1940s
Located in Prague, New Town
A rare 5-arm brass chandelier, model ’80’, designed by Swedish architect and lighting designer Hans Bergström (1910-1996). Manufactured by Ateljé Lyktan in the 1940s. Made of brass a...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Danish Cabinetmaker Dining Table - Extendable to 350cm for 12/14 seats
Located in London, GB
This bespoke dining table was made in the 1960s by a cabinetmaker in Denmark. This dining table was found with a set of chairs made by cabinetmaker Gustav Bertelsen and designed by S...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Hardwood
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
Jasper Furniture Danish Modern Teak Lateral Locking Filing Cabinet
Located in Germantown, MD
A Jasper Furniture Danish Modern Teak Lateral Locking Filing Cabinet. Both drawers lock. Original Broken key still works
Measures 33.5" in width, 20 " in depth and 28.5" in height.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Teak
Sculpture bust in terracotta - Åke Holm - Höganäs
Located in Stockholm, SE
A stunning bust in terracotta designed by Åke Holm at Höganäs in the mid 20th century. The sculpture is 15 cm tall and in excellent condition. It is signed below.
Åke Holm (1900–198...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Early Danish Ceiling Lamp Pendant "PH-3 / D.R.P" by Poul Henningsen, 1930s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Very rare and early white / yellow Danish mid century ceiling lamp / pendant in brass and opaline glass by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen produced in Denmark, 1930s. In good origi...
Category
1930s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Midcentury Swedish Lounge Chairs "Löven" by Arne Norell
Located in Karlstad, SE
A lounge chair model "Löven" by Arne Norell, 1960s.
This chair has a timeless classic design and, as with all Norell furniture, the construction quality is extremely high. The frame...
Category
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Teak, Leather
Scandinavian Rosewood and Black Leather Seating Group "Monte Carlo", 1965
Located in Karlstad, SE
Top-quality sofas designed by Ingvar Stockum for Futura Möbler in 1965. This group includes two 2-seaters and one 3-seater.
The "Monte Carlo" sofa was only in production for two yea...
Category
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Dining Table in Teak and Brass by Børge Mogensen, 1959
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Dining Table in Teak and Brass by Børge Mogensen, 1959
Additional Information:
Material: Teak and brass
Style: Mid century, Scandinavian
Rare dining table model Öresund
Produced by ...
Category
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Swedish designer organic three-armed floor lamp, 1940s
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Floor lamp by anonymous Swedish designer in the middle of the 20th century.
Very rare model.
Unique design with three organic arms. Top one is adjustable.
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal
Vintage Märta Måås-Fjetterström Grodbla Tapestry, 1940's
Located in Uccle, BE
"Grodbla" (frog) created by Märta Måås-Fjetterström, is a beautifully handwoven flatweave tapestry from Sweden. Handmade in linen, it has a framed dimensions of H42 x W45.5 x D3 cm a...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Oak, Linen
Hans-Agne Jakobsson Pendant / Ceiling Lamp ”Carolin” T549 Markaryd Sweden
Located in Stockholm, SE
Wonderful pendant lamp 'Carolin' model T549/3 designed 1963 by Hans-Agne Jakobsson for his own company in Markaryd, Sweden. A brass frame with an original shade newly redressed in a ...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Børge Mogensen Three-Seat Sofa, Model 2213
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen three-seat sofa new upholstered with vintage full grain aniline leather.
Legs of nut.
Model 2213, made by Fredericia Furniture.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Leather
Anna Lisa Thomson Vase Ekeby Sweden Flower Relief White Glaze15 1930s
Located in Basel, BS
Rare and early Anna Lisa Thomson stoneware vase with relief decor, hand crafted at Upsala Ekeby in Sweden in the late 1930s to early 1940s.
Beautiful cream white color, shows some p...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Earthenware
Danish Modern Tiered White Pendant Lights by Knud Christensen, 1970s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Very similar to Hans Agne Jakobsson's and Carl Thore's lamp configurations these white tiered hanging lamps were designed by danish architect Knud Christensen in the late 1970s. Depe...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Aluminum
Chaise scandinave vintage en teck et skai des années 50 60
Located in BESANÇON, FR
Chaise scandinave vintage des années 50 60, beau design scandinave, en bois de teck, dossier et assise en skai noir, bon état général avec des signes du temps qui passe, notamment qu...
Category
1960s French Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Teak
Set of 3 large vases by Per Lutken
Located in Long Island City, NY
Set of 3 art glass vases by Per Lutken for Holmegaard. Denmark, circa 1960th. Signed and numbered. Dimensions H 10" x W9" x D7" and H6.25" x W6" x D5".
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Art Glass
Mid Century Westnofa Chair and Ottoman
Located in New York, NY
Classic Scandinavian Mid Century Modern swivel, tilt lounge chair and ottoman, made in Norway by Westnofa, circa 1960's. The chair and ottoman are in very good, clean, ready to use c...
Category
Mid-20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Leather, Wood
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