Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
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 DESIGNย
- Emerged in the 1930sย
- 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 modernismย ย
CHARACTERISTICS OF SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Bold, clean lines and simple, sturdy symmetries
- Use of natural materials โ 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 Grossmanย
- 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 โ and, as importantly, elegant โ response to the human form.
Each nation produced exceptional talents in all areas of the applied arts, yet each had its fortรฉ. Sweden was home to Greta Magnusson Grossman and Bruno Mathsson โ creators of the classic Grasshopper lighting series and Berlin daybed, respectively โ but the country excelled most notably at ceramics. In the 1920s at the great Gustavsberg porcelain manufactory, Wilhelm Kรฅge 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 countryโs facility with wood, particularly teak.ย
Wegner created such iconic pieces as the Round chair and the Wishbone chair; Jacobsen โ while the revolutionary architect and furniture innovator produced the best-selling plywood Ant chair โ 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 โ those that have earned iconic status over time โ and many new discoveries.ย
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Style: Scandinavian Modern
Scandinavian Designer Natural Wood Large Size Dining or Conference Table
Located in Paris, FR
The finish concept of SISU fits like a glove to this table description: greety bravery when sucess is against the odds.
A โUโ shape holds this table together forming a dynamic and ...
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Birch
Zig Zag Natural Walnut and Brass Table by ATRA
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Zig Zag table in walnut and brass by Atra.
Designer- Alexander Diaz Anderson
Size:
Regular
L 280.0cm/110.2โ
W 110.0cm/43.3โ
H 73.6cm/28.9"
Large
L 339.8cm/133.8โ
W 110.0cm/43.3โ
H 73.6cm/28.9"
Wood Finish Options - Walnut
White Oiled Oak
Mexican Oak...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Brass
NORDST Mette Dining Table, Italian White Mountain Marble, Danish Modern Design
By NORDST
Located in Lisbon, PT
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When exceptional effort is put into wood and marble crafting combined with a Scandinavian sensibility the results are bo...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Travertine, Marble
NORDST EMMA Dining Table, Italian Black Eagle Marble, Danish Modern Design, New
By NORDST
Located in Lisbon, PT
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Cross-style frame going up to the tabletop in four straight points, revealing the beautiful carefully chosen marble piece that has been rounded through...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Travertine, Marble, Metal
Set of Five Tables Designed by Palle Suenson for J. C. A. Jensen, Denmark, 1930
Located in Stockholm, SE
Set of five tables designed by Palle Suenson for J. C. A. Jensen,
Denmark. 1930's - 1940's.
Solid Bangkok teak.
Measurements:
H: 72,5 cm/ 2' 5"
L: 105 cm/ 3' 5 3/4"
W: 73 cm/ 2' 5 ...
Category
1930s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Teak
Early 'Super Ellipse' Dining Table by Piet Hein for Bruno Mathsson
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A "super elipse" shaped dining table designed by Piet Hein featuring a teak wood top with chromed steel legs. This table is from the first year of manufacture (pre-Fritz Hansen produ...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Steel
Scandinavian style extending laminate table
Located in Premariacco, IT
Italian-made 1960s laminate table in Scandinavian style, fine and elegant design for all environments.
The table is extendable so that it reaches a maximum width of 179.5cm, perfect...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Iron
DU Table by รRN DUVALD Contemporary Dining Table Handcrafted in Denmark
By รrn Duvald
Located in Gentofte, DK
DU Table is defined by simple yet super strong geometry showing itโs real character in the depth of itโs details. This handcrafted piece is a centrepiece for every space without any ...
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Steel, Other
Minimalist Square Dining Table in Brazilian Hardwood
By Atelier BAM
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
Handcrafted Square Brazilian hardwood dining table. The lightness of its design involves a precise and rigorous work, thorough knowledge of materials and manufacturing tools.
The w...
Category
2010s Brazilian Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Hardwood
Modernist Farmhouse Dining Table from Denmark
Located in Sagaponack, NY
An elegant and simply detailed rectangular dining table crafted of teak and having a trestle base with a full length stretcher.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Teak
Williams Hairpin Dining Rectangular Table Walnut Yellow
Located in Cincinnati, US
A thin, elegant and light table that can be customized to any shape, size and color desired. This handcrafted item perfectly blends industrial hairpin legs with a beveled wooden top....
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Steel
Williams Hairpin Dining Square Table Walnut Orange
Located in Cincinnati, US
A thin, elegant and light table that can be customized to any shape, size and color desired. This handcrafted item perfectly blends industrial hairpin legs with a beveled wooden top....
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Steel
Williams Hairpin Dining Rectangular Table Walnut Black
Located in Cincinnati, US
A thin, elegant and light table that can be customized to any shape, size and color desired. This handcrafted item perfectly blends industrial hairpin legs with a beveled wooden top....
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Steel
Clarke Industrial Rectangular Table Maple Black
Located in Cincinnati, US
The Clarke Collection comes in ten different table top sizes, two wood species, and two metal finishes. The exposed stainless steel bolts blur the line between Scandinavian and Indus...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Steel
Clarke Industrial Rectangular Table Maple White
Located in Cincinnati, US
The Clarke Collection comes in ten different tabletop sizes, two wood species, and two metal finishes. The exposed stainless steel bolts blur the line between Scandinavian and Indust...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Steel
Walnut Williams Dining Table Yellow Hairpin Legs Square Top
Located in Cincinnati, US
A thin, elegant and light table that can be customized to any shape, size and color desired. This handcrafted item perfectly blends industrial hairpin legs with a beveled wooden top....
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Steel
Maple Williams Dining Table Prairie Green Hairpin Legs Rectangle Top
Located in Cincinnati, US
A thin, elegant and light table that can be customized to any shape, size and color desired. This handcrafted item perfectly blends industrial hairpin legs with a beveled wooden top....
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Steel
Maple Williams Dining Table Mustard Hairpin Legs Square Top
Located in Cincinnati, US
A thin, elegant and light table that can be customized to any shape, size and color desired. This handcrafted item perfectly blends industrial hairpin legs with a beveled wooden top....
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Steel
Maple Williams Dining Table Navy Hairpin Legs, Square Top
Located in Cincinnati, US
A thin, elegant and light table that can be customized to any shape, size and color desired. This handcrafted item perfectly blends industrial hairpin legs with a beveled wooden top....
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Steel
Walnut Williams Dining Table Prairie Green Hairpin Legs Circle Top
Located in Cincinnati, US
A thin, elegant and light table that can be customized to any shape, size and color desired. This handcrafted item perfectly blends industrial hairpin legs with a beveled wooden top....
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Steel
Walnut Williams Dining Table Blood Red Hairpin Legs Square Top
Located in Cincinnati, US
A thin, elegant and light table that can be customized to any shape, size and color desired. This handcrafted item perfectly blends industrial hairpin legs with a beveled wooden top....
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Steel
Walnut Williams Dining Table Pink Hairpin Legs Square Top
Located in Cincinnati, US
A thin, elegant and light table that can be customized to any shape, size and color desired. This handcrafted item perfectly blends industrial hairpin legs with a beveled wooden top....
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Steel
Maple Williams Dining Table Gold Hairpin Legs Circle Top
Located in Cincinnati, US
A thin, elegant and light table that can be customized to any shape, size and color desired. This handcrafted item perfectly blends industrial hairpin legs with a beveled wooden top....
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Steel
Walnut Williams Coffee Table Navy Hairpin Legs, Circle Top
Located in Cincinnati, US
A thin, elegant and light table that can be customized to any shape, size and color desired. This handcrafted item perfectly blends industrial hairpin legs with a beveled wooden top....
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Steel
Maple Williams Dining Table Yellow Hairpin Legs Circle Top
Located in Cincinnati, US
A thin, elegant and light table that can be customized to any shape, size and color desired. This handcrafted item perfectly blends industrial hairpin legs with a beveled wooden top....
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Steel
Maple Williams Dining Table Mustard Hairpin Legs Circle Top
Located in Cincinnati, US
A thin, elegant and light table that can be customized to any shape, size and color desired. This handcrafted item perfectly blends industrial hairpin legs with a beveled wooden top....
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Steel
Maple Williams Dining Table White Hairpin Legs Rectangle Top
Located in Cincinnati, US
A thin, elegant and light table that can be customized to any shape, size and color desired. This handcrafted item perfectly blends industrial hairpin legs with a beveled wooden top....
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Steel
Maple Williams Dining Table Green Hairpin Legs Square Top
Located in Cincinnati, US
A thin, elegant and light table that can be customized to any shape, size and color desired. This handcrafted item perfectly blends industrial hairpin legs with a beveled wooden top....
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Steel
Walnut Williams Dining Table Prairie Green Hairpin Legs Square Top
Located in Cincinnati, US
A thin, elegant and light table that can be customized to any shape, size and color desired. This handcrafted item perfectly blends industrial hairpin legs with a beveled wooden top....
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Steel
Maple Williams Dining Table Gold Hairpin Legs Oval Top
Located in Cincinnati, US
A thin, elegant and light table that can be customized to any shape, size and color desired. This handcrafted item perfectly blends industrial hairpin legs with a beveled wooden top....
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Steel
Periferia Round Dining Table, Medium Size, Oak Design by Kari Virtanen
Located in Fiskars, FI
The round Periferia dining table is simple and minimalistic, letting the well-made surfaces and beautiful, unique wood material to take the spotlight. The simple forms also make it a...
Category
2010s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Oak
"Slagboard" dining table with wings
Located in Brescia, IT
Wing-opening table, called in Swedish 'Slagboard' (translated to 'battle table').
This model was produced in the 1950s and is made of varnished pine wood.
Originating in Sweden, it...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Wood
NORDST EMMA Dining Table, Italian White Mountain Marble, Danish Modern Design
By NORDST
Located in Lisbon, PT
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Cross-style frame going up to the tabletop in four straight points, revealing the beautiful carefully chosen marble piece that has been rounded through...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Travertine, Marble, Metal
NORDST MIA Dining Table, Italian Grey Rain Marble, Danish Modern Design, New
By NORDST
Located in Lisbon, PT
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Cross-style frame going up to meet a marvellous and carefully selected marble piece that has been surrounded by the stylish rim of the frame, which edg...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Travertine, Marble, Metal
NORDST JERRY Dining Table, Italian Grey Rain Marble, Danish Modern Design, New
By NORDST
Located in Lisbon, PT
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Skilled work in the creation of this collection characterised by the bending technic of the frame instead of the regular welding. The marble edges have...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Travertine, Marble, Metal
NORDST TEDDY Dining Table, Italian Black Eagle Marble, Danish Modern Design, New
By NORDST
Located in Lisbon, PT
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Inspired by the shadows of a standard table during the sunset, TEDDY collection compiles a series of tables characterised by their steady and well bala...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Marble, Travertine, Metal
Dining Table by Kurt รstervig for Jason Mรถbler, Denmark, 1950s
Located in New York, NY
Exquisite oval drop-leaf dining table designed by Kurt รstervig for Jason Mรถbler, Denmark, 1950s. Dramatic V-shaped mahogany gatelegs an...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Mahogany, Rosewood
Scandinavian Modern dining room tables for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Scandinavian Modern dining room tables 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 youโre looking to add vintage dining room tables created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include tables, case pieces and storage cabinets, seating and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, hardwood and other materials. If youโre shopping for used Scandinavian Modern dining room tables 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 dining room tables, popular names associated with this style include DK3, Hans J. Wegner, Bรธrge Mogensen, and Fritz Hansen. Itโs 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 dining room tables differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $380 and tops out at $72,000 while the average work can sell for $4,393.