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 DESIGN
- Emerged in the 1930s
- Originated primarily in Denmark, Sweden and Finland
- Introduced in the United States in mid-20th century
- Informed by the Bauhaus and modernism; 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
Recognized Seller Listings
Rainer Daumiller Extendable Dining Table with Dining Chairs in Solid Pine
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Rainer Daumiller, set of dining table with six chairs, pine, Denmark, 1970s.
This dining room set contains an extendable dining table and six dining chairs, designed by Rainer Daumi...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Pine
Dining Table Värmdö in Pine by Axel Einar Hjorth, 1930's, Nordiska Kompaniet
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Dining Table in Pine by Axel Einar Hjorth, 1930's
Additional Information:
Material: Pine
Style: Mid century, Scandinavian
Very rare dining table model Värmdö
Produced by Nordiska Ko...
Category
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Pine
Finn Juhl 'Judas' table in Brazilian Rosewood, Niels Vodder 1948.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Rare Finn Juhl 'Judas' table in Brazilian rosewood. Including two extension leaves in very fine original condition. This is the version without silver coin inlays.
Only one owner s...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Beech, Rosewood
Danish Extendable Dining Table in Oak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Extendable dining table or conference table, oak, Denmark, 1960s
A sizeable dining table or conference table executed in oak. On each side, a leave can be attached to the frame whi...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Oak
Contemporary Dining Table 'Plush' by Dk3, Light Oak, 370, Rectangular
By DK3
Located in Paris, FR
PLUSH dining table, rectangular table top, 370 cm.
Solid wood table top and legs. Handmade in Denmark.
Signed by Jacob Plejdrup for DK3
Table's height: 72 or 74 cm
Sold model:
Smo...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Oak, Walnut
Contemporary Dining Table 'Plush' by Dk3, Light Oak, 370
By DK3
Located in Paris, FR
PLUSH dining table, oval, 370 cm.
Solid wood table top and legs. Handmade in Denmark.
Signed by Jacob Plejdrup for DK3
Table's height: 72 or 74 cm
Table top’s thickness: 40mm
Legs ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Oak, Walnut
Danish Dining Table in Oak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Dining table, oak, Denmark, 1960s
Beautiful simplistic dining table made in Denmark in the 1960s. This Danish dining table features a long, rectangular top executed in oak. The war...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Oak
Round Dining Table 'Plush' by Dk3, Smoked Oak or Walnut, 160 cm
By DK3
Located in Paris, FR
PLUSH dining table, round, 160 cm.
Solid wood table top and legs. Handmade in Denmark.
Signed by Jacob Plejdrup for DK3
Table's height: 72 or 74 cm
S...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Oak, Walnut
Round Dining Table 'Plush' by Dk3, Natural Oak, 140 cm
By DK3
Located in Paris, FR
PLUSH dining table, round, 140 cm.
Solid wood table top and legs. Handmade in Denmark.
Signed by Jacob Plejdrup for DK3
Table's height: 72 or 74 cm
S...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Oak, Walnut
Round Dining Table 'Plush' by Dk3, Smoked Oak or Walnut, 140 cm
By DK3
Located in Paris, FR
PLUSH dining table, round, 140 cm.
Solid wood table top and legs. Handmade in Denmark.
Signed by Jacob Plejdrup for DK3
Table's height: 72 or 74 cm
S...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Oak, Walnut
Round Dining Table 'Plush' by Dk3, Natural Oak, 160 cm
By DK3
Located in Paris, FR
PLUSH dining table, round, 160 cm.
Solid wood table top and legs. Handmade in Denmark.
Signed by Jacob Plejdrup for DK3
Table's height: 72 or 74 cm
S...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Oak, Walnut
Round Dining Table 'Plush' by Dk3, Natural Oak, 150 cm
By DK3
Located in Paris, FR
PLUSH dining table, round, 150 cm.
Solid wood table top and legs. Handmade in Denmark.
Signed by Jacob Plejdrup for DK3
Table's height: 72 or 74 cm
S...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Oak, Walnut
Round Dining Table 'Plush' by Dk3, Smoked Oak or Walnut, 150 cm
By DK3
Located in Paris, FR
PLUSH dining table, round, 150 cm.
Solid wood table top and legs. Handmade in Denmark.
Signed by Jacob Plejdrup for DK3
Table's height: 72 or 74 cm
S...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Oak, Walnut
Hans J. Wegner Sabre Leg Table Model AT-304 for Andreas Tuck
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Hans J. Wegner oak dining table with two drop-leaves and cross-legs, stretchers of brass. Very fine condition.
Designed by Wegner 1950 and manufactured by cabinetmaker Andreas Tuck...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Brass
Dining Table / Desk in Teak and Steel by Børge Mogensen, 1953
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Dining Table / Desk in Teak and Steel by Børge Mogensen, 1953
Additional Information:
Material: Teak and steel
Style: Mid century, Scandinavia
Produced by Søborg møbler in Denmark
D...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Steel
Extremely Rare Knud Vodder for Niels Vodder Dining Table in Oregon Pine
By Knud Vodder, Niels Vodder
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Knud Vodder for Niels Vodder, dining table, Oregon pine, formica, Denmark, designed in 1958.
Knud Vodder, the son and maker of this table Niels Vodder, designed this table specifica...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Formica, Pine
Bendt Winge Drop-Leaf Dining Table Model Nr 4 by Kleppes Møbelfabrikk in Norway
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare drop-leaf dining table model nr 4 designed by Bendt Winge. Produced by Kleppes Møbelfabrikk in Norway.
Category
1950s Norwegian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Rosewood
Danish Conference or Large Dining Table in Mahogany and Pine
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Dining or conference table, stained mahogany, pine underside, Denmark, 1960s
This grandiose table of Danish origin features a tripartite structure defined by clear lines and fine ma...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Mahogany, Pine
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 Dining Room Tables
Materials
Brass
Danish Dining Table in Oak with Brass Feet
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Dining table, oak, brass, Denmark, 1950s
Scandinavian Modern dining table with rectangular top. The warm colored top rests on four circular, tapered legs that have brass feet. This ...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Brass
Danish Large Dining or Conference Table in Oregon Pine
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Conference or large dining table, Oregon pine, Denmark, 1960s
Impressive in its size, this Danish table can be used in multiple settings. As a very large dining table to fit many r...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Pine
Large Danish Conference or Dining Table in Teak 16 feet
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Dining or conference table, teak, Denmark, 1960s
Very large Danish conference or dining table in teak. This table consist of a large boat shaped top with eight cubic legs. The top h...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Teak
Børge Mogensen Drop-Leaf Dining Table in Teak and Steel
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Børge Mogensen for Søborg Møbler, dining table or desk, teak, steel, Denmark, 1953.
Drop leaf teak dining table by Børge Mogensen for Søborg Møbelfabrik. Mogensen rarely used steel ...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Steel
Arne Vodder Dining Table Model 201 Produced by Sibast Møbelfabrik in Denmark
By Arne Vodder
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare dining table model 201 designed by Arne Vodder. Produced by Sibast Møbelfabrik in Denmark. Measure: Width 200 ( 300 ) cm.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Rosewood
Dining Table Designed by Johannes Andersen for Christian Linnebergs Möbelfabrik
Located in Stockholm, SE
Dining table designed by Johannes Andersen for Christian Linnebergs Möbelfabrik,
Denmark. 1960s.
Rosewood.
Dimensions:
H: 72 cm / 2...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Rosewood
Rare Carl Malmsten Dining or Conference Table in Walnut and Black Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Carl Malmsten, dining or conference table, walnut, leather, Sweden, 1940s.
Sizeable dining table that, due to its length, could easily function as a conference table as well. This ...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Dining Table, Designed by Mogens Kold, Denmark, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Dining table, designed by Mogens Kold, Denmark. 1960’s.
Brazilian rosewood.
Measurements:
Height: 73 cm/ 28 3/4''
Length when closed: 135 cm/ 53''.
Two extension leaves at 45 cm/ 1...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Rosewood
Børge Mogensen for Fredericia '6289' Dining Table in Oak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Børge Mogensen for Fredericia Stolefabrik, dining table model '6289', oak, Denmark, design 1966
Danish furniture master Børge Mogensen designed this dining table in 1966 for Freder...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Oak
Drop-Leaf Table by Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A drop leaf table in solid teak wood designed by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mölgaard-Nielsen. Table can be used with one or both sides raised and features sculptural legs and brass fittings....
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Teak
Preben Fabricius & Jørgen Kastholm for Kill International Table in Walnut
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Preben Fabricius & Jørgen Kastholm for Kill International, walnut, metal, Denmark, 1970s
This rare dining or conference table is designed by Preben Fabricius & Jørgen Kastholm for K...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Metal
Dining Table in Rosewood and Steel by Hans Wegner, 1960s
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Dining Table in Rosewood and Steel by Hans Wegner, 1960s
Additional Information:
Material: Rosewood and steel
Style: midcentury, Scandinavian
Produced by cabinetmaker Johannes ...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Steel
Richard Jensen & Kjaerulff Rasmussen Extendable Dining Table in Teak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Richard Jensen & Kjaerulff Rasmussen for A. Hansen & Søn, extendable dining table, teak, Denmark, 1950s.
This extendable dining table designed by...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Teak
Scandinavian Modern "Skoga" Dining Table, Axel Einar Hjorth, Nk, Sweden, 1930s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rustic “Skoga” dining table by Axel Einar Hjorth, made from pine. Chunky rounded lines.
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Pine
Scandinavian Modern"Captains" Dining Table by Fredrik Kayser, Norway, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Elegant “Captain’s” dining table by Fredrik Kayser, made from teak with brass feet. Two extra leaves stored cleverly inside the table. Cool chunky design with streamlined curves.
...
Category
1960s Norwegian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Teak
Torbjørn Afdal Dining Table Produced by Bruksbo
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare dining table designed by Torbjørn Afdal. Produced by Bruksbo in Norway.
Width: 210 ( 310 ) cm.
Category
1960s Norwegian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Rosewood
Bertil Fridhagen Dining Table Model Diamant Produced by Bodafors
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare dining table model Diamant designed by Bertil Fridhagen. Produced by Bodafors in Sweden.
Measures: width: 115 ( 225 ) cm.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Walnut
Richard Bent Nissen "Yang" Dining Table, Denmark 1950s/1960s
Located in Utrecht, NL
This extraordinary sculptural round dining table has strong lines and proportions and was made in very small numbers.
The table consist...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Metal
Danish Large Dining Table in Walnut 11 ft
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Dining or conference table, walnut, Denmark, 1960s
Beautiful and moody table, made in Denmark in the 1960s. This table has an impressive size and is therefore suitable for the large...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Walnut
Swedish Grace Limestone Dining Table, Sweden, 1920s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Beautiful Swedish Grace dining table, with a limestone top. Fossils in the stone. Sturdy wooden base with a rustic look and graceful curved ...
Category
1920s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Limestone
Børge Mogensen for Søborg Møbelfabrik Extendable Dining Table in Teak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Børge Mogensen for Søborg Møbelfabrik, extendable dining table, model 153, teak, Denmark, 1952.
This extendable dining table is characterized by a strong and solid construction exe...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Teak
Jacob Kielland-Brandt Dining Table in Solid Pine
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Jacob Kielland-Brandt, dining table, solid pine, Denmark, 1960s.
This remarkable table holds a natural expression due to the pine’s properties featuring grains and knots. The table ...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Pine
Solid Wood Dining Table with Circular Trestle Base, Scandinavia, 1970s
Located in Utrecht, NL
This stunning solid wood dining table is dated to the 1970s, a period when interior design for the rapidly growing public environment gave assignments to a generation of Scandinavian furniture designers...
Category
1970s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Wood
Gunni Omann Dining Table Model 55 Produced by Omann Jun Møbelfabrik in Denmark
By Gunni Omann
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Dining table model 55 designed by Gunni Omann. Produced by Omann Jun Møbelfabrik in Denmark.
Width: 120 ( 270 ) cm.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Rosewood
Niels Koefoed Gateleg Dining Table Produced by Niels Koefoed in Denmark
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare gateleg dining table designed by Niels Koefoed. Produced by Niels Koefoed in Denmark.
Dimensions (W x D x H): 73 ( 196 ) x 130 x 72 cm.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Rosewood
Dining Table by Danish Cabinetmaker in Teak and Maple
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Cabinetmaker, dining table, maple, teak, Denmark, 1940s
This dining table was designed by a Danish furniture maker, whose identity is unfortunately not yet known. The designer clearly understood how to design a high-quality piece of furniture. The avocado-shaped tabletop is executed in maple and surrounded by a teak rim that emphasizes the delicate round form. The base consists of slim legs that are secured to the table via carved beams...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Maple, Teak
Poul Hundevad & Kai Winding Dining- / Work Table Produced by Poul Hundevad & Co
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare dining table / work table designed by Poul Hundevad & Kai Winding. Produced by Poul Hundevad & Co in Denmark. Extension leafs can be stored underneath the table.
Width: 140 ( ...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Rosewood
Dining Table Probably Produced in Denmark
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare and large dining table by unknown designer. Probably produced in Denmark.
Category
1960s European Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Steel, Zinc
Børge Mogensen Dining or Writing Table in Solid Oak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Børge Mogensen for Fredericia Stolefabrik, dining table model '6289', oak, Denmark, design 1966
Børge Mogensen designed this dining table in 1966 for Fredericia Stolefabrik. The tab...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Oak
Danish Extendable Dining Table in Teak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Dining table, teak, Denmark, 1950s
Crafted from exquisite teak wood in Denmark during the 1950s, this dining table displays a highly functional and timeless piece of mid-century Dan...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Teak
Dining Table Probably Produced in Sweden
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare and large dining table by unknown designer. Probably produced in Sweden.
Category
1960s European Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Pine
Large Danish Drop-leaf Dining Table in Teak and Brass
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Drop-leaf dining table, teak, brass, Denmark, 1950s
This extendable dining table of Danish origin is characterized by a strong and solid construction executed in teak. This is real...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Brass
Natural Round Dining Table in Elm
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Round dining table, elm, Europe, 1960s.
This remarkable table holds a strong expression due to several aspects that are all typical for European Midcentury design. Firstly, the use ...
Category
1960s European Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Elm
Elias Svedberg Dining Table Produced by Nordiska Kompaniet in Sweden
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare dining table designed by Elias Svedberg. Produced by Nordiska Kompaniet (NK) in Sweden.
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Leather, Birch
Dining set by Bruno Mathsson, Piet Hein and Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Dining set designed by Bruno Mathsson, Piet Hein and Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen,
Denmark, 1950-1960s.
Rosewood and steel.
Table:
H: 70 cm / 2' 4''
L: 135 cm / 4' 5 1/2''
W: 90c...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Steel
Erik Riisager Hansen Dining Table Model 71 Produced by Haslev Møbelsnedkeri
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Dining table model 71 designed by Erik Riisager Hansen. Produced by Haslev Møbelsnedkeri in Denmark.
Measures: Width: 118 ( 218 ) cm.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Rosewood
Göran Malmvall "Swenks Fur" Dining Table, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
This “Svensk Fur” or ‘Swedish Pine’ dining table is a nod to modernist design with traditional Swedish craftsmanship. The design relays an insight about the society and culture in which it was produced: closeness to nature, the appreciation of a clutter-free environment and the value of quality handiwork.
The Malmvall pieces that appeal to most are the models designed for “Svensk Fur”, for the sheer fact that they seem completely contemporary and undated. The pieces of the line, such as this table, are often compared to the designs of Axel Einar Hjorth, even though Malmvall’s designs are exceptional on their own merit. Self-taught, Göran Malmvall was a highly skilled cabinetmaker with considerable technical expertise and was renowned for the boldness of his innovations. This table holds a natural expression with its airy and organic design, which is dominated by the natural beauty of the material and the creative use of the tenon and mortise joinery. The rectangular tabletop showcases the solid pine’s pattern, reinforcing the rustic feel. The legs have carved out vertical lines, a smart detail that elongates them optically. Göran Malmvall, the youngest son of Karl Andersson, was a highly skilled cabinetmaker with considerable technical expertise and was renowned for the boldness of his innovations. His expertise can be traced not only in this detail, but also in the legs’ joinery technique.
Swedish modern – despite its name – in many ways transcends the word ‘modern’, and so does Malmvall. Like the style, the Svensk Fur pieces can be incorporated successfully into contemporary and traditional interiors alike, lending themselves to a timeless and universal appeal.
Condition:
In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. Some minor scratches and marks on the wood.
Dimensions:
51.18 in W x 31.1 in D x 28.34 in H
130 cm W x 79 cm D x 72 cm H
About the Designer:
Göran Malmvall (1917–2001) was the youngest son of the manufacturing company’s founder, Karl Andersson. He studied furniture design under Carl Malmsten and was involved with the family business from an early age until 1982, mainly in the capacity of an in-house furniture designer.
Self-taught, he was a highly skilled cabinet-maker with considerable technical expertise, and was renowned for the boldness of his innovations. His most notable designs include Svensk Fur, Svitjod and, not least, the KA 72 cabinet...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Wood
Helge Vestergaard Jensen Dining Table Produced by Peder Pedersen in Denmark
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Very rare dining table designed by Helge Vestergaard Jensen. Produced by Peder Pedersen in Denmark.
Measure: Width: 130 ( 310) cm.
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Brass
Josef Frank Dining Table Model 1020 Produced by Svenskt tenn in Sweden
By Josef Frank
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare dining table model 1020 designed by Josef Frank. Produced by Svenskt tenn in Sweden.
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Mahogany, Amboyna
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 you’re 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 you’re 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, Børge Mogensen, and Fritz Hansen. 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 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.
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