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
Pair of Scandinavian Modern Side Tables, Mahogany and Decorative Glass, 1940s
By Jacob Kjaer
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Scandinavian Modern Design
A beautiful pair of Scandinavian Modern sidetables attributed to designer and cabinetmaker Jacob Kjær, Denmark 1940s.
Th...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Glass, Mahogany
Scandinavian Rug Flat-weave Beige&Sage Green Color
Located in Ferrara, IT
Step into the world of Swedish collection with our Scandinavian Rug Flat-weave Rollakan, a masterpiece that seamlessly blends history, craftsmanship, and contemporary aesthetics. Mea...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Wool
Scandinavian Rollakan Swedish Signed IS
Located in Ferrara, IT
The Rollakan Swedish Green Field Signed IS is a great quality piece that exudes uniqueness and special charm. With its geometric design and a captivating range of colors, including ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Wool
Set of Six Model 71 Chairs, Niels O. Møller, J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik, 1950/1960
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Set of six model 71 chairs, designed by Niels O. Møller, manufactured by J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik, 1950/1960. Teak frame with papercord seat. Good vintage condition, minor patina con...
Category
1960s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Papercord, Teak
Swedish Designer, Chest of Drawers, Pine, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A chest of drawers designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1930s.
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Pine
Hans-Agne Jakobsson G 52/M, Floor Lamp
Located in Vienna, AT
Rare floor lamp by Hand Agne Jakobsson, model "B 52/M", Markaryd brass frame with leather shade, label marked, height approx. 145 cm, diameter 45 cm. Some repairs on plastic white sh...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Flora Cabinet, Sweden, 1950s — Inspired by Josef Frank
By Josef Frank
Located in Staffanstorp, SE
A truly unique and eye-catching Swedish Modern cabinet from the 1950s, beautifully crafted in elm wood and adorned with botanical prints from Nordens Flora. The exterior is decoupage...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Elm
Set of Four Danish Patinated Copper Wall Lamps Sconces by Thorup & Bonderup
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare set of four Danish "Quarto" mid century wall scones / lamps in patinated copper by Torsten Thorup & Claus Bonderup for Focus Denmark, 1950s.
In good vintage and matching condit...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Copper
Vintage Model 78 Dining Chairs by Niels Moller
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Beautiful set of 6 dining Chairs by Niels Moller for J.L. Moller Mobelfabrik. the set is in wonderful vintage condition with new Danish cord seats.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Papercord, Hardwood
Pair of "Utö" Chairs by Axel-Einar Hjorth, 1930s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pair of Utö/Uto pine chair by Axel-Einar Hjorth, Sweden, circa 1930s.
Produced by Nordiska Kompaniet.
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Pine
Large Swedish Stump Chair 'Kubbstol' ca 1950
Located in Farsta, SE
Large Swedish Stump Chair 'Kubbstol' ca 1950
Made of solid pine.
Heigth: 93 cm/36.6 inch
Depth: 52 cm/20.4 inch
Width: 57 cm/22.4 inch
Seat Heigth: 47 cm/18.5 inch
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Pine
Lyfa, Wall Lights, Brass, Denmark, 1960s
By Lyfa
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass wall lights produced by Lyfa, Denmark, c. 1960s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 11” H x 4.25” W x 4.125“ D
Back Plate Dimensions (Inches): 4” H x 4.25” W x .875” ...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Frits Henningsen solid oak table circa 1930-50s
Located in London, GB
This 1950s oak table made by Frits Henningsen in the 1940s-50s is a perfect example Frits Henningsen's commitment to quality and craftsmanship. Whereas most designers and cabinetmake...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Hardwood
Danish Modern Set of Six Dining Chairs in Teak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Set of six dining chairs, teak, fabric, Denmark, 1960s
A set of six dining chairs meticulously designed by a Danish designer. These chairs showcase a remarkably simple and organic ...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Norwegian Designer, Wall Lights, Brass, Fabric, Norway, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass and white fabric wall lights designed and produced in Norway, c. 1960s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 9.5 ” H x 8 ” W x 5.875“D
Back Plate Dimensions (Inches): 4.5...
Category
1960s Norwegian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Three bar stools in pine made by Asko, Finland, 1970s
By Asko, Rainer Daumiller
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Great set of pine bar stools made by Asko, Finland, during the second half of the 20th century.
Made in solid pine in the style of Rainer Daumiller.
Category
Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Pine
'Eva' Armchairs by Bruno Mathsson, Dux, Sweden, Set of 2
Located in Karis, Nyland
This set of 'Eva' chairs was designed in 1941, Sweden by Bruno Mathsson, Värnamo, Sweden. Produced by DUX, late 1970s-early 1980s. Good vintage condition. Bent laminated birch wood a...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Linen, Birch
Helge Christoffersen, own workshop. Unique ceramic figure of a nude young woman.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Helge Christoffersen (1925-1965), own workshop.
Unique ceramic figure of a nude young woman with a cloth.
Partially glazed earthenware.
Glaze in brown-green, brown and blue colours....
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Valinte, Chandelier, Brass, Glass, Finland, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and off-white opaline glass chandelier produced by Valinte OY, Finland, c. 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 21.625” H x 16” Diameter
Dimensions of Canopy: 2.25” H x 3....
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Gunnar Asplund, ASEA, mid century chandelier, brass & oak, Sweden, 1950s
By Gunnar Asplund, ASEA
Located in Forserum, SE
A stunning vintage chandelier designed by architect Gunnar Asplund and produced by the renowned Swedish lighting manufacturer ASEA Belysning in the 1950s. This elegant piece features...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Swedish or danish designer curved sofa from the 1940s
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Beautiful sofa made by unknown swedish or danish designer and cabinetmaker during the first half of the 20th century.
Great shape with a slight curve.
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Beech
Rare Alvar Aalto Armchair No. 31, early 1930s
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Stockholm, SE
Alvar Aalto armchair No. 31. Produced by Huonekalu-ja Rakennustyötehdas Oy Turku, produced early 1930s..
Bent laminated birch frame, seat in laminated birch root veneer.
Category
1930s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Birch
Vintage Masterpiece Pitcher in Copper by Henning Koppel for Georg Jensen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Important HK piece for Georg Jensen in Denmark. It is called Masterpiece and has been nicknamed 'The Pregnant Duck' pitcher. It was designed by the danish silversmith and architect H...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Copper
Danish Lounge Chair by Henning Kjaernulf
Located in Turners Falls, MA
Danish mid century lounge chair designed by Henning Kjaernulf.
Sculpted Oak frames complimented with classic Scandinavian mid century stripped upholstery. 1960’s, Denmark
Delivery t...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Oak
Sofa 'Värend' by Carl Malmsten, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Sofa designed by Carl Malmsten in Sweden during the 1940s.
Model 'Värend' with an elegant design made in elm.
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Elm
Olli Mannermaa Kilta Chairs Elephant Hide Grey Scandinavian Mid Century Modern
Located in Dronten, NL
This elegant Kilta chair was designed by Finland designer Olli Mannermaa for Martela.
The Kilta chair is a Finnish design Classic. Kilta’s timeless design and very comfortable seati...
Category
1960s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Steel
Unique Scandinavian Modern Brutalist Ceramic Table Lamp by Tilgmans, Sweden
Located in Grythyttan, SE
Unique Scandinavian Modern Stoneware Lamp by Tilgmanns, Sweden 1960s. This Scandinavian modern brutalist stoneware lamp by Tilgmanns, originating from Sweden in the 1960s, is a strik...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Earthenware
Expertly Restored - Folke Ohlsson "Scissor" Sculptural Lounge Chair for Dux
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precision. With over 17 years of artisanal exper...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Foam, Wood
Set of 8 Dining Chairs in Kai Kristiansen Manner, 1960s, Korup, Fully Restored
Located in Wrocław, Poland
This model of dining chair was most probably designed by famous Danish designer Kai Kristiansen, however it is not confirmed officially. It is known as model no. 32. The chairs are a...
Category
1960s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Beech
Swedish Flatweave Rug Rollakan, 1950-1970
Located in Ferrara, IT
Very interesting example of Swedish Röllakan measuring 294 x 196 cm linen warp and wool weft handmade with the flat weaving technique. Depending on the weaver, all seams between the ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Wool
Lovely Large Brown Ceramic Vase, Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in Stockholm, SE
A lovely brown vase designed by Gunnar Nylund at Rörstrand. It is 45 cm high and in very good condition except from some minor scratches. The vase is marked as 1st quality.
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Vintage Graphic Art by Gösta Lindqvist, Sweden
Located in Karis, Nyland
Framed lithograph by Swedish artist Gösta Lindqvist (1928 - 2022).
Signed & numbered
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Glass, Wood, Paper
Scandinavian Modern Octagonal Wall Mirror in Teak, 1970s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Anonymous Danish/Scandinavian furniture maker circa 1970. Reminiscent in style to Aksel Kjersgaard and Uno and Osten Kristiansson. Octagonal wall mirror with frame in solid teak. Ass...
Category
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Mirror, Teak
Sideboard by Axel Christensen for Aco Furniture, Denmark, 1960s
Located in Ranst, VAN
Designed in the 1960s and produced by Axel Christensen Odder (ACO Møbler), this beautifully crafted sideboard features elegant handles, four drawers, and a lot of storage space with ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Teak
Mid Century Danish Modern Early Ant Chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen
Located in New York, NY
Rare Danish Mid Century Modern Ant Chair designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, circa 1950's. Early hard to find three leg version, model 3100, in Rosewood. This example is in...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Chrome
Japan Chair by Finn Juhl for France & Daverkosen 1950's
Located in New York, NY
Mid-Century Danish Vintage Finn Juhl For France & Daverkosen Teak Japan Chair. Overall excellent vintage condition with age appropriate wear. Chair has been reupholstered with a tex...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Vilhelm Wohlert wall lamp Oak and Acrylic shade for Le Klint, Denmark 1950s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Rare early wall lamp (Model 204) designed in 1957 by Vilhelm Wohlert for Le Klint. Original designed for Niels Bohr summer house outside Copenhagen. Solid oak mount with hand folded ...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Acrylic, Oak
Midcentury Teak side or coffee table by Jens Quistgaard, Denmark, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Lovely teak tray table by Jens Quistgaard. Solid wood tray that is slightly concave on one side. Can be turned around and serve as an ordinary table. Nicely balanced proportions, tap...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Teak
Poul Jensen for Selig Z Mid-century Danish Lounge Chair in Black Leather
By Poul Jensen
Located in Oakland, CA
Single Mid-century Danish sculptural lounge chair designed by Poul Jensen for Selig, showcasing a dramatic angular form with rosewood-stained beech frame and newly upholstered black ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
1969 Kai Kristiansen Universe Dining Table of Solid Walnut
By Miyazakii Chair Milling Company, Kai Kristiansen
Located in London, GB
This Universe Dining Table of Solid Walnut was designed by Kai Kristiansen in 1969, and made under license by the Miyazaki Chair Factory in Japan as a special order in 2015. Miyazak...
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Walnut
1940s Frits Henningsen Solid Oak Coffee Table with Cabriole Legs
Located in London, GB
This 1940s oak coffee table made by Frits Henningsen in the 1930s-50s is a another example Frits Henningsen's commitment to quality and craftsmanship. Whereas most designers and cabi...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Oak
Einar Bäckström mid-century rise and fall modernist pendant lamp, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Forserum, SE
An extraordinary mid-century pendant lamp, produced by the renowned Swedish manufacturer Einar Bäckströms Metallvarufabrik in the 1950s. It features three curved brass arms holding c...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass, Steel
Vintage "Z Chair" and Ottoman by Poul Jensen for Selig
By Poul Jensen, Selig
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Beautiful walnut tone Lounge chair and ottoman called the "z" chair by Poul Jensen for Selig. new gray upholstery. Frames have been professionally refinished about 2 years ago. This...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Wood
Mari Simmulson, Table Lamp, Brown Glazed Earthenware, Upsala Ekeby Sweden, 1940s
By Upsala Ekeby
Located in High Point, NC
A brown glazed earthenware table lamp designed by Mari Simmulson and produced by Upsala Ekeby, Sweden, 1940s.
Sold without Lampshade
Dimensions of Lamp (inches) : 12.75 x 4.56 x ...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Earthenware
Danish Designer, Table Lamp, Brass, Denmark, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable brass table lamp designed and produced in Denmark, 1930s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 19” H x 6.25” W x 12” D
Dimensions variable based on position of light.
Bulb Spe...
Category
1930s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Beautiful Danish modern rosewood oval folding drop leaf dining table
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Scandinavian Modern Rosewood oval Drop Leaf folding dining Table made in Norway. Very clean table with 2 fold down leaves - Amazing wood grain. ready for use. Seats 4-6 chairs Locate...
Category
1960s Norwegian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Rosewood
Vintage Swedish Flat-Weave Rug in Deep Indigo, at Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Swedish Flat-Weave Rug in Deep Indigo, Doris Leslie Blau
Size: 6'7" × 9'0" (200 × 274 cm)
This vintage Swedish flat-weave rug, embodies the minimalist elegance and quiet soph...
Category
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Wool
Sculpture of a laying woman - Åke Holm - Höganäs
Located in Stockholm, SE
A stunning terracotta sculpture of a laying woman designed byÅke Holm at Höganäs in the mid 20th century. The sculpture is 21 x 11 cm and in excellent condition. It is signed below.
...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Bågen Wooden Lounge Chair by Engström & Myrstrand for Nässjö Stolfabrik, 1950s
Located in Uppsala, SE
Bågen (The Arc in English) loung chair in original black lacquered wood. Designed by Sven Engström & Gunnar Myrstrand in 1953 for Nässjö Stolfabrik. A true Swedish design classic. Qu...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Birch
Cute Petite Danish modern teak 5 drawer dresser
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Petite Danish modern teak 5 drawer dresser with carved handles. Great Modern Danish small dresser. Clean inside and out. Made in Denmark circa 1960. ...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Birch, Teak
Göperts möbler, Lounge Chair, Pine, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A pine "Åre" lounge chair designed and produced by Göperts Möbler, Sweden, c. 1940s.
Seat height 15”
All upholstered furniture can be reupholstered upon request for an additional f...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Pine
Wabi sabi natural fiber floor lamp, Denmark 1960s
Located in ECHT, NL
Mid century floor lamp. It has a wooden (teak) tripod base with a cylindrical shade. The shade is hand crafted with natural fiber rope. The upper and lower edge are finished of with ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Natural Fiber, Wood
Art Deco Bronze Bowl by Gunnar Nylund, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful art deco bronze bowl with amazing patina.
Designed by Gunnar Nylund for Äkta Brons, Sweden, 1940s.
Excellent condition. Initials 'G.N.' on the front. Stamped 'ÄKTA BRON...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Rare Midcentury Large “Argenta” Vase Wilhelm Kåge, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare, oversized stoneware “Argenta” vase by Wilhelm Kåge, in a round shape. Silver decor of a mermaid and merman in playful interaction among bubbles and flowers. Lovely attention to...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Stoneware
Josef Frank for Svenskt Tenn 'Liljevalchs' Sofa in Green Fabric
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Josef Frank for Svenskt Tenn, Sofa Nr. 345, fabric, beech, Sweden, design 1934, later production
This spacious and extremely comfortable sofa is designed by Austrian architect and d...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Beech
Brass Floor Lamps model #1842 by Josef Frank for Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Early edition brass floor lamp with rust red stem by Josef Frank, model 1842. Designed in 1932. Slender form with nicely curved tripod base, with brass balls at the ends.
Original s...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Scandinavian Candelabra in Brass & Glass, Gunnar Ander Ystad Metal Sweden 50-60s
Located in Vorst, BE
A Swedish Modernist candelabra by Gunnar Ander. Produced by Ystad-Metall, located in the town of Ystad in Sweden.
Candle-holder for 6 candles in solid, polished brass glass cups in...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Helge Vestergaard Jensen Rosewood Dining Table
Located in London, GB
This table is 270cm long when extended and 150cm long without extensions. The width is 100cm. The height is 77cm.
Unlike the table made by Sigh and Sonner...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Rosewood
A bronze vase by GAB, 1930s
Located in Long Island City, NY
A patinated bronze vase manufactured by GAB, Sweden circa 1930s.
Model number 260. Marked by manufacturer. Engraving.
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Danish rosewood wall unit by Hansen & Guldborg
Located in Liberty, NY
Beautiful mid century Danish rosewood two bay wall unit by Hansen & Guldborg, similar to Poul Cadovius units, although these cabinets are a bit wider at 35", and they have their dist...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Rosewood
Danish Modern Children's Chair by Nanna Ditzel in Teakwood, Kolds Savværk, 1950s
Located in Odense, DK
A gorgeous solid teak child's high chair designed by Nanna Ditzel (known as “the First Lady of Danish design”) for Kold Savvaerk, Denmark, 1955. Ditzel designed the chair for her twi...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Teak
Mid-century Torbjorn Afdal Danish Rosewood Secretary Desk
Located in Oakland, CA
Danish secretary desk designed by Torbjørn Afdal for Nesjestranda Møbelfabrik, Norway, 1965. Crafted from Brazilian rosewood, the secretary desk ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Rosewood
Pair of Rare Brass Paavo Tynell Wall Lights for Taito Oy, Finland, 1950s
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Paavo Tynell & Taito Oy - Scandinavian Modern
A rare and beautiful pair of Paavo Tynell brass wall lights, Finland, 1950s.
Model 94...
Category
Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Apila stool by Rauni Peippo for Oy Stockmann AB, Kervo Snickerifabrik, 1960s
Located in Uppsala, SE
Stool, model Apila, designed by Finish designer Rauni Peippo for Stockmann Orno in the 1950s. This model was for a very long time attributed to world famous Finnish lighting designer...
Category
Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Pine
Danish Modern Børge Mogensen Desk Organizer Oak and Lacquered Shelves 1960s
Located in Odense, DK
Rare and stylish desk organizer by Børge Mogensen produced By Karl Andersson & Söner in the 1960s. Drawers painted in three different colors. All original with sticker from manufactu...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Oak
Hans Brattrud 'Scandia' Lounge Chair, Norway, 1960
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A chair from the Scandia series, designed by Norwegian designer Hans Brattrud in 1957 and produced by Hove Mobler in midcentury, circa 1960.
The chair is made of a chromed steel bas...
Category
1950s Norwegian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Chrome
Vintage Oak Wood Swedish Wall Mirror, 1950s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Simplistic organic modern Swedish wall mirror from the 1960s. Handmade wabi sabi style rectangular oak wood frame with carved circular decorations on both sides.
Beautiful vintage c...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Oak, Mirror, Wood
Danish Teak and Leather Dining Chair Mod. 178 by Johannes Andersen for Bramin
Located in Vienna, AT
This rare organic shaped Scandinavian Modern teak dining chair was designed by Johannes Andersen in the 1960s and produced by Bramin Mobler, mod. no 178.
It features a solid teak w...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Leather, Teak
Kerstin Horlin-Holmquist Paradiset Sofa Scandinavian Midcentury
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Very elegant Swedish sofa model "Paradise" designer by Kerstin Horlin-Holmquist's in the 1950's. This model is most often found with a fixed cushion while this has loose down filled ...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Wool
Carolin Pendant Lamp by Hans Agne Jakobsson
Located in München, DE
Wonderful and very rare Swedish pendant lamp from the 1960s.
The lamp with the floating shade is a real asset and an absolute favorite for every h...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal
Monumental “Chamotte” Floor Vase by Ingrid Atterberg for Upsala Ekeby, Sweden
Located in Staffanstorp, SE
A strikingly sculptural and rare floor vase designed by the renowned Swedish ceramicist Ingrid Atterberg for Upsala Ekeby in 1957. This piece, model number 2306, is part of the celeb...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Scandinavian Modern Silver & Amber Necklace & Armring by Niels Erik From Denmark
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A stylish modernistic pendant necklace with matching armring designed by the Danish silversmith Niels Erik From circa 1960-70. The original neck-ring is comprised of a single bend st...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Sterling Silver
Swedish Designer, Lounge Chairs, Velvet, Oak, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of pink velvet and oak lounge chairs designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1930s.
Vintage fabric with staining and sun-fading, ideally reupholstered.
Dimensions: 32” H x 29.75...
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1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Velvet, Oak
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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