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
CHARACTERISTICS OF SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
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.
Vintage 1970s set of 3 Nesting / Stacking Oak Tables, style of Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
Presenting a rare and complete set of three solid oak nesting tables, each bearing the unmistakable stylistic imprint of Danish designer Henning Kjærnulf. In remarkable condition, th...
Oak
Midcentury Danish Modern Rosewood and Chrome Nesting Tables or Side Tables
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A sleek and modern set of nesting tables circa 1960s. These feature gorgeous rosewood with thin modern chrome framing.
Chrome
Hans Wegner Set of Teak Nesting Tables for Andreas Tuck
By Hans J. Wegner, Andreas Tuck
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Hans Wegner Set of three teak nesting tables. Ideal size, tables slide together easily and take up very little room but when needed you can slide out second and third table. Tops ha...
Teak
Set 3 Mid century Danish modern teak hexagon stacking tables by Hans C. Andersen
By Hans C. Andersen, Arlex
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Set of (3) Mid century Danish modern teak hexagon stacking tables by Hans C. Andersen. Solid teak with black Formica tops. Beautiful woodworking and design. Very fun cool set. Great ...
Formica, Teak
$3,500 / set
Severin Hansen Rosewood Nesting Tables
Located in Long Island City, NY
Severin Hansen’s streamlined furniture is defined by outstanding attention to detail and choice of exquisite materials, such as the ornately figured Brazilian rosewood seen here. Th...
Rosewood
Danish Modern Set of Rosewood Nesting Tables, 1960s.
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Modern Set of Rosewood Nesting Tables, 1960s. Set of three Scandinavian Modern Rosewood/Palisander nesting tables with tapered legs and beautiful expressive veneer pattern. Th...
Rosewood
Midcentury Nesting Tables by Arne Hovmand Olsen for Mogens Kold
By Mogens Kold Møbelfabrik, Arne Hovmand-Olsen
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
For you consideration is this wonderful set of nesting tables in teak wood. Minimal to the eye with complex joinery, these multifunctional tables are a perfect addition to your midce...
Teak
Sumi 02 Blue, Nesting Tables, Ringvide, Birch Wood, Scandinavian
By Lukas Dahlén
Located in Visby, SE
This unique copy of the Sumi nest of tables is exactly as shown in the pictures. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact us. The name Sumi comes from the Japanes...
Birch, Oak
Kai Kristiansen for Vildbjerg Møbelfabrik, sewing nest
By Vildbjerg Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Kai Kristiansen sewing nest. Made of partly solid rosewood. Made by Vildbjerg Møbelfabrik 1960s.
Rosewood, Cane
Vintage Danish Teak Nesting Tables by Erling Torvits for Heltborg Møbler 1950s.
By Erling Torvits, Heltborg Møbler
Located in Asaa, DK
Vintage Danish Teak Nesting Tables by Erling Torvits for Heltborg Møbler Denmark 1950s. Set of three Danish Mid-Century Modern Model...
Teak
Johannes Andersen Sewing Nest, Teak and Cane, Scandinavian Modern
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Johannes Andersen Sewing nest. Made in teak and basket in cane.
Cane, Teak
Illum Wikkelso Folding Table Set for CFC Silkeborg
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Set includes three folding tables that fold flat and slide into slotted spaces of the occasional Table. Table looks like it had some refinishing work done at some point. Shows fine...
Brass
Kurt Østervig Scandinavian Midcentury Wood Formica Nesting Tables, Denmark 1960s
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Scandinavian midcdentury modern design set of three nesting tables designed by Kurt Østervig with solid dark wood frame and top in wood and black formica, Denmark in the 60s Please...
Formica, Wood
Sumi 02 Ocher, Nesting Tables, Ringvide, Birch Wood, Scandinavian
By Lukas Dahlén
Located in Visby, SE
This unique copy of the Sumi nest of tables is exactly as shown in the pictures. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact us. The name Sumi comes from the Japanes...
Birch, Oak
Kai Kristiansen for Aksel Kiersgaard Scandinavian Dark Wood Nesting Tables 1960s
By Kai Kristiansen, Aksel Kjersgaard
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Scandinavian mid-century modern design dark wood nesting tables, set of three ,designed by kai Kristiansen and produced by Aksel Kjesgaard (attributed) with frame in solid wood, prod...
Wood
Erling Torvits Rosewood Sewing Nest, Scandinavian Modern, 1960s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Erling Torvits sewing nest in rosewood. Four drawers. On wheels.
Rosewood
Set of 3 Swedish Modern Nesting Tables in Birch, 1940s
Located in Prague, New Town
Set of 3 Swedish Modern nesting tables, Sweden, 1940s. Made from birch. Each table is impressed '107' to the underside, the smallest table also features additional later markings. Al...
Birch
Nesting Tables in Teak, Oak & Intarsia by Svend Aage Madsen, Denmark, 1950s
Located in Odense, DK
Rare set of nesting tables designed by Svend Aage Madsen and produced by Sigurd Hansen Møbelfabrik in Denmark in the 1950s. Oak frames and teakwood top with handmade intarsia of star...
Teak, Oak
Scandinavian Modern Nesting Tables in Teak & Oak, 1970s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A nest of tables fashioned from teak and dark oak. The rectangular main table has inlaid tiles from Royal Copenhagen. Very practical if used as a coffee table group...
Oak, Teak
Scandinavian Modern Danish Teak Nest of 3 Tables by Mobelfabrikken Toften 1960’s
Located in London, GB
A simple paired back Danish designed Teak Mid-Century Modern nest of 3 Tables. Professionally polished and in good condition. With fine and interesting grain pattern and simple detai...
Teak
Set of 3 MCM Teak Nesting Tables by Svante Skogh for Seffle, Sweden c. 1960s
By Svante Skogh, Seffle Möbelfabrik
Located in Atlanta, GA
Exceptionally crafted sturdy set of three Mid-Century Swedish Modern nesting or stacking tables showcasing the functional elegance of classic Scandinavian design. Attributed to celeb...
Hardwood, Teak
Nesting Tables by Erik Riisager Hansen for Haslev Møbelsnedkeri, Denmark
By Haslev Mobelsnedkeri, Erik Riisager Hansen 1
Located in Goteborg, SE
Elegant nesting tables in rosewood by Erik Riisager Hansen. The quality of the craftmansship, the details and the finishing of the legs live up to the highest standards.
Rosewood
Danish Designer, Nesting Tables, Oak, Denmark, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A set of 3 nesting tables designed and produced in Denmark, c. 1960s. Dimensions of medium table: 19.25" H x 17.25" W x 12.5" D Dimensions of small table: 18.5" H x 12.5" W x 12.5" D
Oak
Swedish Designer, Nesting Tables, Oak, Glass, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A set of three nesting side tables designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s. Minor glass imperfections from manufacture on large and medium tabletops. Minor chip in edge of small ...
Glass, Oak
$1,867 / set
Teak Side Tables by Trioh, 1960s, Set of 3
Located in KUTNO, PL
The tables were manufactured by TRIOH Denmark and has the original marking on the bottom. The teak table with ceramic top combines the warmth of wood with the refined durability of ...
Ceramic, Teak
Pair of Børge Mogensen Wall Shelves by Karl Andersson & Söner, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pair of pine wall shelves / bedside tables designed by Børge Mogensen. Produced in Sweden by Karl Andersson & Söner, 1960s.
Pine
Severin Hansen, Nesting Tables in Brazilian Rosewood, Danish Mid Century, 1960s
Located in Odense, DK
A set of 3 nesting tables in Brazilian Rosewood, designed by Danish designer Severin Hansen Jr for Haslev. The tables are restored and therefore in a great condition. These beautif...
Rosewood
Severin Hansen Coffee Table with Nesting Tables for Haslev Brazilian Rosewood
Located in Dallas, TX
A trio of rosewood tables by Scandinavian master Severin Hansen. The large table could serve as a coffee table and the smaller tables as drink or tv tables. The smaller tables have a...
Rosewood
$1,160Sale Price / set|20% Off
Danish Nest of Tables Johannes Andersen for CFC Mobler Silkenborg
By Johannes Andersen and C. F. Christensen
Located in New York, NY
Sleek Danish modern nest of three teak tables by Johannes Andersen for CFC Mobler Silkeborg. Dimensions in listing are for the largest table.
Teak
Severin Hansen Nesting Tables by Haslev Møbelsnedkeri in Denmark
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare nesting tables designed by Severin Hansen. Produced by Haslev møbelsnedkeri in Denmark.
Rosewood
$4,698 / set
Pair of bedside tables by DUX, Sweden, 1970s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Produced by DUX, Sweden, 1970s. Cane, rattan, and teak. Very good condition.
Bamboo, Cane, Rattan
Rosewood Johannes Andersen for CF Christensen of Silkeborg Nesting Tables
By Johannes Andersen, Johannes Andersen and C. F. Christensen
Located in Oakland, CA
Set of three rosewood nesting tables designed by Johannes Andersen produced by CF Christensen of Silkeborg, Denmark. Nesting system crafted of book-matc...
Rosewood
Hans J. Wegner Set of 3 Nesting Tables "At-40" for Andreas Tuck, Denmark, 1960s
By Andreas Tuck, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Odense, DK
Wonderful minimalistic design by Danish designer Hans J. Wegner in solid Scandinavian oakwood. This iconic set of model AT-40 tables was made in the 1960s at cabinetmaker Andreas Tuc...
Oak
Swedish Designer, Nesting Tables, Birch, Oak, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A set of three dark-stained birch and oak veneer nesting or side tables designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1930s. Each table has different dimensions: Largest table Dimensions: 22...
Birch, Oak
Swedish Designer, Nesting Tables, Oak, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A set of 3 oak nesting tables designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1930s. Small table dimensions: Height: 22.5” Width: 15.75” Depth: 14.875 Medium table dimensions: Height: 23.25” W...
Oak
Teak "Sladen" “The Sled” Nesting Table by Carl Malmsten, Sweden
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Beautiful “The Sled” nesting table by Carl Malmsten, made from teak. Light, graceful design with sled shaped legs and a discreet decor of inlaid spheres at the edges of the table tops.
Teak
Severin Hansen Nesting Tables, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Severin Hansen nesting tables, Denmark, 1950s. Excellent condition, restored.
Rosewood
Scandinavian Mid-Century Magic Puzzle Cube Danish Roosewood Nesting Tables
Located in Queens, NY
Scandinavian Mid-Century "Magic Puzzle" Cube Danish Rosewood Nesting Tables with removeable top storing side tables (POUL NORREKLIT FOR GEORG PETERSENS MOBELFABRIK)
Rosewood
Mid Century Danish Modern Rosewood Stacking Nesting Tables C1968
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Simple and elegant set of three rosewood stacking, nesting tables. T bases support and look fantastic. Exceptional quality, check the graining. In excellent vintage condition with mi...
Rosewood
Nesting Tables in Teak Designed by Kurt Østervig for Jason, Denmark
By Kurt Østervig, Jason Møbler
Located in Goteborg, SE
These nesting tables were designed by Kurt Østervig in 1956 and produced by Jason Møbler in Ringsted, Denmark. The model is called model 200 and they are made of teak with legs in be...
Teak
Three Stacking or Nesting Danish Teak Tables
Located in New York, NY
Nice clean original, nesting tables made in Denmark. Extremely minor scratch on larger table, set in basically mint condition. Dimensions in listing are for the larger table.
Teak
Nesting Tables by Henning Kjærnulf in Solid Quartersawn Oakwood, Denmark, 1960s
Located in Odense, DK
Set of 3 nesting tables in solid quartersawn oak with beautiful grain and patina. The tables were designed by Henning Kjærnulf in the 1960s and manufactured at EG Kvalitetsmøbel, Den...
Oak
Johannes Andersen Sewing Nest, Rosewood and Cane, Danish Modern, 1960s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Johannes Andersen Sewing nest. Made in rosewood and basket in cane.
Cane, Rosewood
Nesting Tables in Rosewood with Solid Rosewood Legs, Denmark, 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
Set of elegant nesting tables crafted in rosewood with solid rosewood legs. The tabletops feature a clean and simple design, giving the set a pure and timeless expression. The larges...
Rosewood
$2,584 / item
Pair of bedside tables by DUX, Sweden, 1970s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Produced by DUX, Sweden, 1970s. Cane, rattan, and teak. Very sturdy and in good original condition. Please note: set of 3 available. Listed price is for one (1) table.
Bamboo, Cane, Rattan
Nesting Cube Tables by Kai Kristiansen for Vildberg Mobelfabrik in Oak
By Vildbjerg Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in New York, NY
Iconic set of interlocking tables, consisting of 3 tables which when nested form a cube. All three are in very good original condition, the tops show cosmetic wear to the finish, ple...
Oak
Erling Torvits Rosewood Sewing Nest, Scandinavian Modern, 1960s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Erling Torvits sewing nest in rosewood. Four drawers. On wheels.
Rosewood
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Nesting Tables in Rio Rosewood by Johannes Ander
By Johannes Andersen, CFC Silkeborg
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mid-Century Modern nesting tables in Rio rosewood by Johannes Andersen.
Rosewood
Nesting Tables in Rosewood by Jens Quistgaard, 1964
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Nesting Tables in Rosewood by Jens Quistgaard, 1964 Additional Information: Material: Rosewood Style: midcentury, Scandinavian Produced by Nissen in Denmark Dimensions (W x D ...
Rosewood
1960s Set of Fully Restored and Refinished Danish Nesting Tables in Teak
Located in Knebel, DK
1960s set of fully restored and refinished Danish nesting tables in teak The elegant and well crafted nesting tables with their mid-century Danish-Modern slimlined design and high s...
Teak
$1,920Sale Price / set|20% Off
Danish Modern Solid Teak Three Piece End Table Set by Peter Hvidt
By France & Daverkosen, Peter Hvidt
Located in San Jose, CA
Early mid century set of stacking side tables by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard Nielsen for France & Daverkosen, Denmark. Features sculptural square table tops constructed of solid planked teak supported by classic dowel legs. This set can be used as a coffee table or separate as three end tables.
Teak
Danish Rosewood Nesting Side Coffee Tables, 1970s
Located in Chorzów, PL
This classic set of two Danish rosewood nesting tables is a beautiful example of mid-century design, combining elegance with functionality. Crafted in Denmark, the tables feature a r...
Rosewood
70s, Nesting Table, Danish Design, Hand-Painted Ceramic Tiles, Teak Wood
Located in Tarm, 82
Nesting table, danish design. Produced in about 1960 by Danish furniture manufacturer. Teak wood and hand-painted ceramic tiles.
Ceramic, Teak
Set 3 vintage Scandinavian teak coffee tables
Located in Brescia, IT
Set of three interlocking 1950s/'60s teak side tables, with square frame and scaled proportions. Set of three original vintage Scandinavian coffee tables from the 1950s/60s, made of...
Teak
Midcentury Nesting Tables in Rosewood by Severin Hansen, 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
Set of nesting tables in rosewood designed by Severin Hansen and made by Haslev Furniture Denmark, great original condition.
Rosewood
Rosewood Nesting Tables Kai Kristiansen for Vildbjerg Mobelfabrik Denmark, 1960
By Vildbjerg Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Camden, ME
Kai Kristiansen for Vildbjerg Mobelfabrik design rare set of 3 rosewood nesting tables produced in Denmark, 1960. The beautifully grained Brazilian rose...
Rosewood
Erik Riisager Hansen Nesting Tables Produced by Haslev Møbelsnedkeri in Denmark
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare set of nesting tables designed by Erik Riisager Hansen. Produced by Haslev Møbelsnedkeri in Denmark.
Rosewood
Danish Modern Solid Teak Set of Nesting End Tables by H.W. Klein for Bramin
Located in San Jose, CA
Mid century modern nesting tables designed by H.W. Klein for Bramin, Denmark circa 1960's. The table tops are made of solid planked teak supported by classic pencil legs. Features co...
Teak
Set of Three Swedish Modern Brown Teak Nesting End Tables c. 1960
Located in Atlanta, GA
Quintessential set of three space-saving nesting tables from Sweden, embodying the functional elegance of the Mid-Century Modern movement. Attributed to the acclaimed Swedish manufac...
Hardwood, Teak
Hans Wegner Nesting Tables in Teak by Andreas Tuck in Denmark
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare set of nesting tables designed by Hans Wegner. Produced by Andreas Tuck in Denmark.
Oak, Teak