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Scandinavian Modern Serving 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 

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

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
1960's Danish Henning Kjærnulf Oak Sewing- and Side Table
1960's Danish Henning Kjærnulf Oak Sewing- and Side Table

1960's Danish Henning Kjærnulf Oak Sewing- and Side Table

By Severin Hansen Jr.

Located in Knebel, DK

1960's fully restored Danish rosewood sewing- and side table Well designed and well crafted Danish sewing table with caned basket, a large thin drawer with lots of space for small t...

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1960s Vintage Scandinavian Modern Serving Tables

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Rosewood

1960's Well Designed Fully Restored Danish Rosewood Sewing- and Side Table
1960's Well Designed Fully Restored Danish Rosewood Sewing- and Side Table

1960's Well Designed Fully Restored Danish Rosewood Sewing- and Side Table

By Severin Hansen Jr.

Located in Knebel, DK

1960's fully restored Danish rosewood sewing- and side table Well designed and well crafted Danish sewing table with caned basket, a large thin drawer with lots of space for small t...

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1960s Vintage Scandinavian Modern Serving Tables

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Rosewood

Antti Hakkarainen, 1930s´Wrought Iron Serving Table, Taidetakomo Hakkarainen
Antti Hakkarainen, 1930s´Wrought Iron Serving Table, Taidetakomo Hakkarainen

Antti Hakkarainen, 1930s´Wrought Iron Serving Table, Taidetakomo Hakkarainen

By Antti Hakkarainen

Located in Turku, Varsinais-Suomi

The wrought iron tray-table by Antti Hakkarainen made by Taidetakomo Hakkarainen is a beautiful piece of furniture. The tray part with beautiful ceramic tiles can be removed and used...

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Early 20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Serving Tables

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Metal, Iron

Børge Mogensen Serving Cart, Model 5370
Børge Mogensen Serving Cart, Model 5370

Børge Mogensen Serving Cart, Model 5370

By Fredericia, Børge Mogensen

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Wonderful serving cart by Børge Mogensen, model no. 5370 for Fredericia Furniture, in teak with black metal trays, a separate metal tray and a cutting board are included.

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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Serving Tables

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Metal

Danish Teak Reading and Serving Table, 1950s
Danish Teak Reading and Serving Table, 1950s

Danish Teak Reading and Serving Table, 1950s

By HMN Denmark

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Great original 1950s Danish mobile reading or serving table by HMN Denmark, two teak trays on a chrome plated frame with three casters, adjustable in height (24"-36"), angle of the l...

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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Serving Tables

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Chrome

Model 900 Tea Trolley by Alvar Aalto for Artek, 1960s/70s
Model 900 Tea Trolley by Alvar Aalto for Artek, 1960s/70s

Model 900 Tea Trolley by Alvar Aalto for Artek, 1960s/70s

By Alvar Aalto, Artek

Located in Karis, Nyland

Vintage Alvar Aalto tea trolley model 900 made in the 1960s in Finland. White ceramic tiles and basket of woven rattan cane. The rattan box is original and has some darkened spots th...

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1960s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Serving Tables

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Ceramic, Rattan, Birch

Danish Modern Rosewood Extension Side Table Trolley By Kurt Östervig
Danish Modern Rosewood Extension Side Table Trolley By Kurt Östervig

Danish Modern Rosewood Extension Side Table Trolley By Kurt Östervig

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Danish modern, rolling, extension, serving table by Kurt Östervig for Jason Mobler is a lovely side or occasional table when folded. It slides open to extend to 59 inches wide with a...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Serving Tables

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Laminate, Rosewood

Trolley in beech and chrome, designed by Bruno Mathsson, Sweden
Trolley in beech and chrome, designed by Bruno Mathsson, Sweden

Trolley in beech and chrome, designed by Bruno Mathsson, Sweden

By Dux of Sweden, Bruno Mathsson

Located in Goteborg, SE

This trolley was designed during Mathssons late metal period, but his design is still very recognizable with the lovely wooden details. The trolley is made in chromed steel and beech...

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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Serving Tables

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Birch

1940's Finnish Dining/Console Table in Oak
1940's Finnish Dining/Console Table in Oak

1940's Finnish Dining/Console Table in Oak

Located in New York, NY

An elegant long oval dining/console table on curved pedestal legs by 1940's Finnish cabinetmaker.

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20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Serving Tables

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Oak

Elegant Swedish Grace Serving Table, Swedish Modern, 1940s
Elegant Swedish Grace Serving Table, Swedish Modern, 1940s

Elegant Swedish Grace Serving Table, Swedish Modern, 1940s

Located in Lejre, DK

Trolley with in walnut and glass shelves. Designed and made Sweden. Great original condition.

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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Serving Tables

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Glass, Walnut

Yngve Ekström Trolley Model Thea Produced in Sweden
Yngve Ekström Trolley Model Thea Produced in Sweden

Yngve Ekström Trolley Model Thea Produced in Sweden

By Yngve Ekström

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

Trolley model Thea designed by Yngve Ekström. Produced in Sweden. Measure: width: 72 ( 100 ) cm.

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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Serving Tables

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Formica, Rosewood

Poul Hundevad Attrib. Danish Modern Expanding Rolling Bar Cart /Serving Console
Poul Hundevad Attrib. Danish Modern Expanding Rolling Bar Cart /Serving Console

Poul Hundevad Attrib. Danish Modern Expanding Rolling Bar Cart /Serving Console

By Poul Hundevad

Located in Buffalo, NY

Poul Hundevad attributed. Danish Modern expanding rolling bar cart /serving console, Ingenious design. Two legs threaded under top, removable serving tray, Legs thread into folding tops to support stunning. Large serving table...

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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Serving Tables

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Brass

Scandinavian Modern Extendable Teak Side Serving Table
Scandinavian Modern Extendable Teak Side Serving Table

Scandinavian Modern Extendable Teak Side Serving Table

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This versatile Scandinavian Modern, extendable side table was designed and made in Denmark, circa 1950s and retailed in the U.S. This teak occassional table is easily movable and ext...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Serving Tables

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Teak

Rolling End Table from Denmark
Rolling End Table from Denmark

Rolling End Table from Denmark

Located in Sagaponack, NY

An open frame end table on casters in teak having a lower solid wood surface and floating glass top.

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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Serving Tables

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Teak, Glass

Teak Reversible Tray Top Bar Cart or Tea Trolley by Sika Mobler, Denmark
Teak Reversible Tray Top Bar Cart or Tea Trolley by Sika Mobler, Denmark

Teak Reversible Tray Top Bar Cart or Tea Trolley by Sika Mobler, Denmark

By Sika Møbler

Located in Buffalo, NY

Danish modern teak bar cart or tea trolley has awesome lines! It features trapezoidal shaped sides, arced upper braces that support the two side’s tray top, a lower floating shelf held by brass pins, and Classic brass skinny 50s casters. The removable tray top has light grey laminate on one side (perfect for mixing your drinks without worry) and teak on the other - use it also to serve your guests. The arced struts that support it are notched (see close up) so that the tray stays in position and can't slide off. Perfect also as a printer cart...

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1960s Vintage Scandinavian Modern Serving Tables

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Brass

Danish Modern Svend Langkilde Butlers Tray of Teak with Brass Fittings, 1960s
Danish Modern Svend Langkilde Butlers Tray of Teak with Brass Fittings, 1960s

Danish Modern Svend Langkilde Butlers Tray of Teak with Brass Fittings, 1960s

By Svend Langkilde

Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg

Butlers tray designed by Svend Langkilde made of teak with oil treatment and with hinges and parts of the under frame of brass. It is possible to use the tray separately, as the tra...

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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Serving Tables

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Brass

Mid Century Teak Wood and Brass Serving Trolley, Italy 60s
Mid Century Teak Wood and Brass Serving Trolley, Italy 60s

Mid Century Teak Wood and Brass Serving Trolley, Italy 60s

Located in Lucija, SI

Mid Century Wooden Serving Trolley was made in '50s in Italy. Scandinavian design. It is made of teak wood, brass and glass. It is perfect for any space in your interior. The trolley...

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1960s Italian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Serving Tables

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Brass

Alvar Aalto Vintage Tea Trolley 900 White Ceramic Tiles & Rattan Basket, 1960s
Alvar Aalto Vintage Tea Trolley 900 White Ceramic Tiles & Rattan Basket, 1960s

Alvar Aalto Vintage Tea Trolley 900 White Ceramic Tiles & Rattan Basket, 1960s

By Alvar Aalto, Artek

Located in Odense, DK

Vintage Alvar Aalto tea trolley model 900 made in the 1960s at Artek, Finland. White ceramic tiles and basket of woven rattan cane. The trolley is in very good original condition with no repairs. The tea trolley was inspired by British tea culture, which Aino and Alvar Aalto had become acquainted with though their many travels, as well as by the Japanese woodwork and architecture they admired. The striking Tea Trolley 900...

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1930s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Serving Tables

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Ceramic, Rattan, Beech

Jeanne Grut Style Butlers Tray of Wengé with Four Drumstick Legs Danish Modern
Jeanne Grut Style Butlers Tray of Wengé with Four Drumstick Legs Danish Modern

Jeanne Grut Style Butlers Tray of Wengé with Four Drumstick Legs Danish Modern

By Jeanne Grut

Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg

Butlers tray attributed to the danish designer Jeanne Grut. It is made of wengé with 4 drumstick legs. The table has underneath a handwritten label with among other Jeanne Gruts na...

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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Serving Tables

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Wenge

Three-Legged Oval Scandinavian Style Walnut Serving or Writing Table
Three-Legged Oval Scandinavian Style Walnut Serving or Writing Table

Three-Legged Oval Scandinavian Style Walnut Serving or Writing Table

Located in Lomita, CA

The shape, the style, the age and patina are just a few of the elements that make this table fantastic. It is a three-legged oval walnut table. This could have been a writing table o...

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Early 20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Serving Tables

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Walnut

Serving Table / Cart Teakwood & Brass Ludvig Pontoppidan, Danish Modern, 1960s
Serving Table / Cart Teakwood & Brass Ludvig Pontoppidan, Danish Modern, 1960s

Serving Table / Cart Teakwood & Brass Ludvig Pontoppidan, Danish Modern, 1960s

By Ludvig Pontoppidan

Located in Odense, DK

Danish master cabinetmaker Ludvig Pontoppidan designed and executed this wonderful teakwood and brass serving trolley in the 1960s. Clean minimal lines with a subtle handle on one en...

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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Serving Tables

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Teak

Danish Retro Teakwood 8-bowls “Lazy Susan” from 1964 by Digsmed
Danish Retro Teakwood 8-bowls “Lazy Susan” from 1964 by Digsmed

Danish Retro Teakwood 8-bowls “Lazy Susan” from 1964 by Digsmed

By Digsmed

Located in Örebro, SE

This is the 1960s Danish rare 51 cm wide teakwood “Lazy Susan” serving plate by Digsmed. It comes with the not so often occurring diameter 51 cm. This model has a well-proportioned ...

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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Serving Tables

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Glass, Teak

Swedish mid-century serving table, made from beech, walnut and brass, 1950s
Swedish mid-century serving table, made from beech, walnut and brass, 1950s

Swedish mid-century serving table, made from beech, walnut and brass, 1950s

Located in Forserum, SE

A Swedish mid-century serving table, made from beech wood and walnut. Two legs on casters, the other two with dark wooden feet. The shelf gives the table extra space for storage.

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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Serving Tables

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Brass

Danish Serving Trolley attributed to Johannes Andersen for CFC Silkeborg
Danish Serving Trolley attributed to Johannes Andersen for CFC Silkeborg

Danish Serving Trolley attributed to Johannes Andersen for CFC Silkeborg

By Johannes Andersen, CFC Silkeborg

Located in Ranst, VAN

Danish vintage serving trolley in teak with a rattan shelf and brass details. This serving trolley was designed by Johannes Andersen and manufactured by CFC Silkeborg, Denmark 1950s....

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Serving Tables

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Wicker, Rattan, Teak

Fruit Bowl by Hans J. Wegner for Johannes Hansen, 1956
Fruit Bowl by Hans J. Wegner for Johannes Hansen, 1956

Fruit Bowl by Hans J. Wegner for Johannes Hansen, 1956

By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner

Located in Sagaponack, NY

The very rare, original, JH-586 'The Fruit Bowl' (side table) is a nicely proportioned lathe turned teak shallow bowl that rests on an architectural three legged Stand of chromed ste...

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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Serving Tables

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Steel, Chrome

Swedish Art Deco Intarsia Bar Cabinet
Swedish Art Deco Intarsia Bar Cabinet

Swedish Art Deco Intarsia Bar Cabinet

Located in Göteborg, SE

Beautiful bar cabinet with decorative intarsia on top. The bar cabinet has hidden storage for bottles, which can hold six bottles. On two sides of the bar cabinet there is a drawer ...

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1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Serving Tables

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Birch

Danish folding teak rolling table by Svend Aage Madsen for Illums Bolhigus 1960.
Danish folding teak rolling table by Svend Aage Madsen for Illums Bolhigus 1960.

Danish folding teak rolling table by Svend Aage Madsen for Illums Bolhigus 1960.

By Illums Bolighus, Svend Åge Madsen

Located in JOINVILLE-LE-PONT, FR

Adorable Scandinavian rolling table. A large top. It folds in one movement for easy storage thanks to a clever all-wood rail. Sleek design, beautifully crafted. Designer: Svend Aage...

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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Serving Tables

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Teak

Danish Modern Provincial Serving Cart
Danish Modern Provincial Serving Cart

Danish Modern Provincial Serving Cart

Located in Minneapolis, MN

Transitional Modern serving cart extends to 34.25" with drop leaves open. Solid wood top with internal bevel. Gorgeously grained African teak. Professional, skilled furniture...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Serving Tables

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Teak

Low Table by Vestergaard Jensen for Peder Pedersen
Low Table by Vestergaard Jensen for Peder Pedersen

Low Table by Vestergaard Jensen for Peder Pedersen

By Peder Pedersen, Helge Vestergaard-Jensen

Located in Sagaponack, NY

A refined and sculptural Scandinavian Modern low table by Helge Vestergaard-Jensen featuring a spare "Y"-shaped legs supporting a floating rectangular teak wood top. Labeled and made...

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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Serving Tables

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Teak

ISLAND desk by DUVALD. Display table - freestanding bookcase in Douglas fir
ISLAND desk by DUVALD. Display table - freestanding bookcase in Douglas fir

ISLAND desk by DUVALD. Display table - freestanding bookcase in Douglas fir

By DUVALD

Located in Gentofte, DK

Island is a sculptural and dynamic display system, that encourages the user to interact with and modify their display. It has three levels, where the top level has a wave-like patter...

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2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Serving Tables

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Wood

Vintage pine wood serving cart by Erik Wørts, 1970s
Vintage pine wood serving cart by Erik Wørts, 1970s

Vintage pine wood serving cart by Erik Wørts, 1970s

By IKEA, Erik Wørts

Located in PRAHA 5, CZ

Rare pine wood serving cart designed by Erik Wørts for Ikea in 1977 and stayed in production for only two years. In very good original condition. Height 74 cm, width 70 cm, depth 47 ...

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1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Serving Tables

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Pine

Scandinavian Modern serving tables for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Scandinavian Modern serving 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 serving tables created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include tables, case pieces and storage cabinets and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, hardwood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Scandinavian Modern serving 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 serving tables, popular names associated with this style include Poul Hundevad, Alvar Aalto, Artek, and Ludvig Pontoppidan. 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 serving tables differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $561 and tops out at $24,000 while the average work can sell for $2,100.