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
1950s Danish Stoneware table lamp glazed in Earthy tones with Playful pattern.
Located in København K, 84
This 1950s Danish stoneware table lamp is a delightful example of mid-century Scandinavian design, combining functional elegance with artistic flair. The lamp is glazed in a spectrum...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Stoneware
Swedish Mid Century Stoneware Vase by Claes Ivarsson for Höganäs Keramik
By Höganäs Keramik, Claes Ivarsson
Located in Örebro, SE
The company Höganäsbolaget shut down its production of stoneware in 1926 to concentrate production on other products.
Two employees, the brothers Gustaf and Oskar Nyman then left the...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Ceramic, Clay
Blue Ceramic Bowl - Carl-Harry Stålhane - Rörstrand Mid 20th Century
Located in Stockholm, SE
A lovely blue bowl designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane at Rörstrand, the bowl is 18,5 cm in diameter. It is in excellent condition but marked as 2nd quality.
Carl-Harry Stålhane is one...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Swedish Designer, Stools, Pine, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of pine stools designed and produced in Sweden, 1950s.
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Pine
Scandinavian Teak and Black Leather CH28 Chair by Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen
Located in Vienna, AT
This iconic Scandinavian Teak Lounge chair has been designed in the 1950s by famed Danish designer Hans Wegner and known universally as Sawback Chair.
It is manufactured by Carl Han...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Leather, Teak
Poul Volther Daybed Model Diva 981 for Gemla, Sweden
By Poul Volther, Gemla
Located in Dronten, NL
Very nice sophisticated daybed sofa Model 981 designed by Poul Volther, manufactured by Gemla, Denmark, circa 1960. This sofa is nicknamed 'Diva' and features a sophisticated solid o...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Wool, Oak
Swedish Designer, Pendant Light, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and glass pendant light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 13” H x 8.5” Diameter
Dimensions of Canopy: 1.75“ H x 4” Diameter
Stem len...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Hans Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chair in Green Boucle Fabric
Located in London, England
Hans J. Wegner
AP-19 Papa Bear chair, 1953
Vintage, original 1950s production of one of Danish master Hans Wegner's most iconic designs. The Papa Bear is rightly considered one...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Wool, Oak
Swedish Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and white opaline glass chandelier designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s.
Heavy oxidation present throughout brass.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 26.75” H x 25” Diameter...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Pair of Danish Modern 1950s LYFA Wall Lamps in Patinated Brass
Located in Odense, DK
Set of 2 LYFA wall lamps manufactured in Denmark in the 1950s. All original condition in beautifully patinated brass and white lacquered inside. The lamps have an adjustable rounded ...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Swedish Designer, Pendant Light, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and opaline glass pendant light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 28.5” H x 10” W x 10“ D
Dimensions of Canopy: 2.5” H x 4” W x 4” D
...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Peter Hvidt Orla Mølgaard For John Stuart FD451 Daybed Sofas & Corner Table Set
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard created many enduring and sought-after modern Scandinavian designs. This leather sofa set is an archetypal example of their mastery. Lovingly restored,...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Leather, Upholstery, Teak
Hans J. Wegner "RY" Low Cabinets in Oakwood & Cane, Danish Modern, 1970s
Located in Odense, DK
Rare set of "RY" cabinets by Hans J. Wegner. The cabinets are made from oakwood and decorated with patinated rattan cane on the sliding doors. Each room has an adjustable shelve in s...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Rattan, Oak
Lisa Johansson-Pape, Floor Lamp Model 2063 in Brass & Rattan, Orno 1950s
Located in Helsinki, FI
A rare Lisa Johansson-Papé floor lamp model. 2063 with adjustable rattan shade and a bent leg in brass and black nylon. Manufactured in Finland by Orno in the 1950s. This lamp is one...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Paavo Tynell for Idman Chandelier in Brass
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Paavo Tynell for Idman, chandelier, polished brass, perforated brass, Finland, circa 1950
This majestic chandelier is designed by the master in the fields of lighting Paavo Tynell f...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
Lisa Johansson Pape Finish copper hanging lamp 1950's
Located in Forest, BE
Delicate copper and suspension lamp made in the 1950s. Designed by the finish female designer Lisa Johansson-Pape. The lamp come light copper patina. Easy to fix install. The lamp r...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Copper
Paavo Tynell Perforated Brass and Leather Floor Lamp Model 9608, Taito 1950s
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
A beautiful bijou floor lamp, Model 9608 by Paavo Tynell. This rare and iconic lamp is nicknamed the "löylykauha" Sauna ladel in English for its resemblance to the ladle used to pour...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Easy Chair by Carl Gustaf Hiort af Ornäs for Gösta Westerberg, 1950s
Located in Uppsala, SE
Easy chair made by Finnish designer Carl Gustaf Hiort af Ornäs for Swedish manufacturer and furniture store Gösta Westerberg in the 1950s. Neat and lo...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Birch
Vintage Danish AT-11 Solid Teak Coffee Table by Hans J. Wegner
Located in San Jose, CA
Mid-Century Modern original coffee table designed by Hans Wegner for Andreas Tuck model AT-11. This solid planked teak tabletop displays a sleek Minimalist design with raised rounded...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Oak, Teak
Finn Juhl SW-96 Easy Chair by Søren Willadsen, 1950s
By Finn Juhl
Located in Stockholm, SE
This exceptional lounge chair model SW-96, designed by renowned Danish architect Finn Juhl 1954, showcases his signature approach to organic forms and impeccable craftsmanship. Const...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Cane, Oak, Teak
Göran Malmvall, Swedish Pine Chest
Located in Stockholm, SE
Göran Malmvall dresser with three drawers made of pine.
This dresser, designed by the renowned Swedish designer Göran Malmvall, is a fine example of Scandinavian craftsmanship. It i...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Pine
Scandinavian Modern Wooden Center Vase – Circa 1950
Located in Barcelona, ES
Scandinavian Modern Wooden Center Vase – Circa 1950
A beautifully crafted Scandinavian Modern wooden center vase, designed around 1950 by an unknown manufacturer. This elegant piece...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Wood
Adjustable Iron Pendant Lamp with Counterweight
Located in München, DE
Exceptional height -adjustable pendant lamp from the 1950s.
High quality and detailed workmanship.
The leather creates a cozy light.
Condition:
Very good vintage condition with sli...
Category
1950s German Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal
FH4103 "Heart Chair" by Hans J. Wegner for Fritz Hansen
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
The FH4103 Chair was designed by renowned Danish designer Hans J. Wegner in 1955 and produced by Fritz Hansen. The chair embodies Wegner's unique ability to combine traditional craft...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Oak
Vintage Swedish Mid-century Rug
Located in New York, NY
Gorgeous Geometric patterned Vintage Swedish Mid-century Rug with the designer initials of KH. Red background with with white a design depicting flowers with accent colors in beige, ...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Wool
Beautiful Paavo Tynell Flush Mount Model Number 1088, Brass & Glass, Idman 1950s
By Paavo Tynell, Idman
Located in Helsinki, FI
A beautiful ceiling lamp by Paavo Tynell. This model flush mount came with different size glass/fabric version shades, mainly 40,45,50,55 or 60 cm long, and 3 light bulbs. As most mo...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal, Brass
Mid-Century Modern dining set by Hans Olsen for Frem Rojle.
By Hans Olsen, Frem Røjle
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mid-Century Modern dining set by Hans Olsen for Frem Rojle. Table with 1 extra leave. 4 chairs with new upholstery in black leather.
H 72 cm. D 110 cm. W : 110/160 cm
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Leather, Teak
Kerstin Hörlin-Holmqvist, Side Table, Wood, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A wood side table or end table designed by Kerstin Hörlin-Holmqvist and produced by Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden, c. 1950s.
Dimensions: 20.9” H x 18.9” Diameter
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Wood
Danish Blue Glass Vase by Per Lütken for Holmegaard, circa 1950
By Per Lütken
Located in Brussels, BE
Vase by Per Lütken for Holmegaard , circa 1950, Denmark.
"Labrador" model, aqua blue glass designed in 1958.
Etched in the bottom Holmegaard, D, number 16912.
Dimensions: 13 cm ...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Glass
Hans Bergström Attributed Three Arm Chandelier in Brass, ASEA, Sweden, 1950s
By Hans Bergström, ASEA
Located in The Hague, NL
This rare three-arm chandelier was produced by ASEA in Sweden in the early 1950s. The design is attributed to Hans Bergström.
It features a tubular brass stem, three curved arms, an...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Vintage 1950s Poul Henningsen PH 4/3 Pendant Light for Louis Poulsen
Located in Grand Cayman, KY
Poul Henningsen PH 4/3 pendant for Louis Poulsen. Vintage 1950s example with slightly yellowed paintwork and mild patina. Rewired. Beautiful and functional Scandinavian Modern design. Parabolic lenses...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Steel
Hans Agne Jakobsson Copper suspension Lamp, Midcentury from Sweden 1950's
Located in Forest, BE
Nice copper suspension. It is providing a warm atmosphere and even better when lighted. There's a teak pipe above the Cooper shade and. Minimal details. Little dent on the top plasti...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal, Brass
Bodil Kjaer Sofa in Black Leather and Steel
By Hovedstadens Møbelfabrik, Bodil Kjaer
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Bodil Kjaer for Hovedstadens Møbelfabrik, sofa model 71, leather, steel, Denmark, 1959.
A signature piece of Bodil Kjaer, designed in 1959. Kjaer conceived this sofa together with a...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Steel
ASEA table lamp E1325, brass and steel, Scandinavian modern, Sweden, 1950s
By ASEA
Located in Forserum, SE
A modernist table lamp, also possible to use as a wall lamp, model E1325 produced by renowned Swedish lighting manufacturer ASEA Belysning in the 1950s. Constructed from a sculpted b...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass, Steel
Alf Svensson, modernist pendant lamp, opal glass, Bergboms, Sweden, 1950s
By Alf Svensson, Bergboms
Located in Forserum, SE
An eye-catching pendant lamp designed by Alf Svensson for the renowned Swedish lighting manufacturer Bergboms in 1953. This exquisite design features a minimalist aesthetic, with thr...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Steel
Scandinavian Modern Flush Mount, Finland, 1950s
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Scandinavian Modern flush mount, manufactured in Finland, 1950s. Reupholstered with quality Lauritzon's "Manor" -fabric. Lace trimming on the side. Brass detail. Good vintage conditi...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Fog & Mørup, Chandelier, Brass, Glass, Denmark, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and white opaline glass chandelier produced by Fog & Mørup, Denmark, c. 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 23” H x 23” Diameter
Dimensions of Canopy: 3.75” H x 3.5” Diamet...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
William Hinn Swedish Mid Century "Exoskeleton" Cabinet For Urban Furniture
Located in Bridgeport, CT
1950’s. Iconic Swedish Mid Century design Double Dresser from William Hinn’s celebrated “Exoskeleton” Line. The Double Dressers frame floats out from the body of the piece giving a v...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Teak
Ilmari Lappalainen for Asko Pair of 'Laila' Armchairs in Sheepskin, 1950s
Located in Prague, New Town
Pair of Finnish 'Laila' armchairs (model ‘238’), designed by Ilmari Lappalainen, 1948. Manufactured by Asko in Finland, late 1940s. Legs in wood, newly upholstered in Sahara sheepski...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Sheepskin, Wood
Model K5-25 Flush Mount, Idman Oy, 1950s
By Idman Oy
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Model K5-25 flush mount, manufactured by Idman Oy, 1950s. Reupholstered with Lauritzon's "Manor" -fabric. Brass detail. Marked. Good vintage condition, minor patina consistent with a...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
1958 Danish Teak Hutch Bar Credenza by Hans Wegner for Ry Møbler
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Born on April 22nd in 1958, this free-standing wall-unit / hutch is truly an architectural masterpiece. The entire construction can be easily broken down and assembled without any h...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Teak, Pine
Hans Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chair in Green Wool Fabric
Located in London, England
Hans J. Wegner
AP-19 Papa Bear chair, 1953
Vintage, original 1950s production of one of Danish master Hans Wegner's most iconic designs. The Papa Bear is rightly considered one...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Wool, Oak
Fauteuil chauffeuse “luge” brutalistes à bascule style Jean Touret vintage pin
Located in BESANÇON, FR
Fauteuil chauffeuse à bascule vintage des années 50, dans le style du modèle “luge” de Jean Touret, superbe design brutaliste, en bois de pin massif, assise et dossier entièrement ré...
Category
1950s French Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Pine
Paavo Tynell Floor Lamp Model K10-9 '9628' in Brass and Rattan, Idman 1950s
By Paavo Tynell, Idman Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
A gracefully slim floor lamp with a solid brass shade and a rattan wrapped stem. The lamp harmoniously combines the coldness of brass and natural warmth of rattan to create a design ...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Ib Kofod-Larsen 'Elizabeth' Chairs in Original Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Ib Kofod-Larsen, lounge chairs model U-56 'Elizabeth', oak, red leather, Denmark, designed in 1956
A pair of armchairs designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen in 1956. These are Kofod-Larsen hi...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Leather, Oak
Scandinavian vintage desk by Svante Skogh
By Svante Skogh
Located in Brescia, IT
Teak desk with tapered legs, two side drawer blocks and contrasting finish.
Scandinavian 1950s/60s teak desk, degened by designer Svante Skogh. With two side drawer blocks and slend...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Teak
'Laila' Armchair in Sheepskin by Ilmari Lappalainen for Asko, Finland, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Excellent condition. Newly reupholstered in honey colored sheepskin.
Set of 2 available. Listed price is for a single.
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Sheepskin
Illum Wikkelsøe Capella Series Armchairs, 1950
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Remarkable pair of easy chairs from the Capella series, designed by Illum Wikkelsø, produced by Niels Eilersen in Denmark, designed in 1959, solid teak wood frames with loose cushion...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Leather, Teak
Borge Mogensen Desk & Chair Oak Soborg Mobler Denmark 1954 Writing Table
Located in Basel, BS
Børge Mogensen desk, model 132 for Søborg Møbelfabrik.
The writing desk was first published in the 1954 Søborg catalogue, the here offered model w...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Oak
Finn Juhl Rare BO-72 Rosewood Armchair, 1953
Located in London, England
Finn Juhl - BO-72 Armchair, 1953
This rare and important piece by Danish master Finn Juhl was an evolution of his NV-46 chair from 1946. The chair was produced by Bovirke in Denmark...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Borge Mogensen 1950s Oak and Leather Bench
Located in London, England
Model 3171 bench designed by master-designer Borge Mogensen with frame made from solid oak. The seat has been reupholstered with nw cognac brown aniline leather. Designed 1956 the Mo...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Leather, Oak
Paavo Tynell Brass YK 'United Nations' Ceiling Lamp Model. 9060, Idman, 1950s
By Idman Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
Paavo Tynell ceiling lamp model 9060, aka the UN lamp manufactured by Idman in Finland in the 1950s. The lamp has a brilliant design with central circular louvers that resonate with ...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
A pair of pendants by Paavo Tynell
By Idman Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Long Island City, NY
A pair of pendants designed by Paavo Tynell, produced by Idman Oy, Finland, circa 1950. Perforated metal shade, polished brass stem with brass wire decorations. Diameter 10" ; Drop 4...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal
Carl Malmsten 'Båstad' Side Table in Mahogany, Erik Johansson, Sweden
Located in The Hague, NL
This elegant side table was designed by Carl Malmsten in 1951 and is known as the Båstad model, named after the town where Malmsten's close friend, the iconic textile artist Märta Må...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Wood
Hans-Agne Jakobsson Wall Light, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Opaline glass wall light produced and designed by Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Markaryd, Sweden, 1950s.
Height: 35 cm
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Large Wing Back Lounge Chair Designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen, Denmark
Located in Antwerp, BE
Comfortable walnut wing back chair designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen, 1954, produced by Carlo Ghan Denmark. Original black leather upholstery with a loose cushion and a comfortable cushion...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Finn Juhl NV-48 Armchair
By Finn Juhl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Finn Juhl NV 48 armchair produced by Niels Vodder, with maker's stamp on the rear stretcher. Wood is Teak.
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Leather, Teak
Kai Kristiansen Set of 8 Model 42 Rosewood and Velvet Dining Chairs
Located in London, England
Kai Kristiansen - Model 42 Dining Chairs, 1956.
Set of 8x dining chairs produced by Skovman Andersen for the Illum Bolighus department store in Copenhagen. The frames are made fro...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Velvet, Rosewood
Occasional Table PK 61 by Poul Kjaerholm for E. Kold Christensen
Located in Dronten, NL
Early PK 61 coffee table designed by Paul Kjaerholm for E. Kold Christensen in good vintage condition with spectacular dark brown marble top, purchased in 1957. The matte chrome stee...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Marble, Steel
1950s, Danish vintage relax chair in green fabric, original condition.
Located in Tarm, 82
1950s, Danish design. Original relax chair in green fabric. Good condition: no smells and no stains, light wear/ patina on the top back and armrest. Brass springs in the seat. Made b...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Beech
Grete Jalk, Lounge Chair, Tubular Steel, Rattan, Denmark, 1952
Located in High Point, NC
A rare black-lacquered tubular steel and rattan lounge chair designed by Grete Jalk in 1952 and produced by Laurids Lønborg, Denmark, 1950s.
Missmatched caps on front lets, one in r...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Steel
Ceramic Blue Bowl Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand, Vintage Midcentury
Located in Stockholm, SE
A lidded bowl designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane at Rörstrand Atelier. It is 7.5 cm (3") high and 9 x 7 cm (3.6" x 2.8") in diameter. It is marked as 2nd quality but I cannot see why be...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Midcentury Danish Clam Style Lounge Chair in Luxurious Sheepskin, 1950s
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Charming clam-style lounge chair made in Denmark from stained and varnished beech wood. Recovered in luxurious putty colored curly textured sheepskin from Garrett Leather...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Sheepskin, Beech
Teak & Leather Lounge Chair, Model FD136, by Finn Juhl for France & Daverkosen
Located in Dorchester, MA
Finn Juhl designed this elegant lounge chair, model FD 136, for France & Daverkosen (later known as France & Son). The slender teak frame with its sculpted armrests complements the g...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Leather, Teak
Oak and Cane Armchair Mod. 113 by Nanna Ditzel for Kolds Savvaerk Denmark
Located in Vienna, AT
This very beauytiful and rare scandinavian Modern Oak armchair was designed by Nanna Ditzel for Kolds Savvaerk, made in Denmark.
This Model 113 chair, with it's elegant and ergonomic...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Cane, Oak
Pair of “CH 27” Lounge Chairs by Hans J. Wegner, Denmark, 195os
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pair of beautiful “CH 27” lounge chairs by Hans J. Wegner, made from oak and rattan. Beautiful pattern in the rattan and whimsical carved “horns” at the tops of the backs.
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Rattan, Oak
Classic pair Illum Wikkelsø Ringstol Lounge Chairs Scandinavian Modern Denmark
Located in Buffalo, NY
Stunning matched pair Ringstol Lounge Chair by Illum Wikkelsø, woven wicker seats and backs ..All original and untouched.wonderful original pat...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Wicker, Wood
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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