Scandinavian Modern Side 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.
Style: Scandinavian Modern
Color: Brown
Compact Rosewood Side Table from Norway
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Gorgeous and compact side table made in Norway circa 1960s. Executed in gorgeous Brazilian rosewood with brilliant color and elegant grain pattern. A perfect table for next to a loun...
Category
Mid-20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Side Tables
Materials
Wood
Side Table / Bureau Attributed to Poul Nørreklit Produced in Sweden
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare side table / bureau attributed to Poul Nørreklit. Produced in Sweden.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Tables
Materials
Brass
Set of Nesting Tables in Dark Wood of Danish Design from the 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
Set of nesting tables in dark wood of Danish design from the 1960s. The tables are in great vintage condition.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Tables
Materials
Wood
Low Table in Mahogany and Marble, Made in Denmark 1930s
Located in Lejre, DK
Low table in mahogany and marble top, designed and made in Denmark. Great original condition, circa 1930s.
Category
1930s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Tables
Materials
Marble
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...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Tables
Materials
Teak
Rolf Rastad & Adolf Relling Side Table Model Syklus by Rasmus Solberg in Norway
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare side table model Syklus designed by Rolf Rastad & Adolf Relling. Produced by Rasmus Solberg in Norway.
Category
1960s Norwegian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Tables
Materials
Brass
1960's Teak and Oak Side Table with Magazine Storage and Sliding Top Denmark
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Absolutely beautiful and rare Scandinavian Moderen side table made of teak on a oak base from Denmark. This side table has a sliding top to store magazines or a remote under neath an...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Tables
Materials
Oak, Teak
July Stool-Table in Oak by Nao Tamura
By Nao Tamura
Located in Fiskars, FI
Nao Tamura designed the July stool-table thinking about the log piles in the forest. The round, organic shapes of the product make it easy to combine many t...
Category
2010s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Side Tables
Materials
Oak
Midcentury Low Table in Solid Teak and Cane by Hvidt & Mølgaard, Made in Denmark
Located in Lejre, DK
Low table in solid teak and cane. Designed by Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard for France & Son in 1960s. Made in Denmark. Great original condition.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Tables
Materials
Brass
1965 Arne Jacobsen Oak Footstool-Sidetable for Saint Catherine's College
Located in Knebel, DK
Arne Jacobsen was the architect and designer of St. Catherines College "new buildings" In the years 1959-64. To this projekt He made the well known "Oxford" series. To the dorm rooms...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Tables
Materials
Oak
Hudson Hairpin Side Table Maple Red
Located in Cincinnati, US
This eye-catching piece combines an industrial structure with sophisticated modern accents. The intersecting metal legs almost seem to play tricks on the eyes and change shape as you...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Side Tables
Materials
Steel
Pair of Midcentury Danish Teak Side Tables by Hans Olsen
By Hans Olsen
Located in Denton, TX
Pair of midcentury Danish modern teak side tables by Hans Olsen.
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Side Tables
Materials
Teak
Midcentury Low Table in Solid Teak and Cane by Hvidt & Mølgaard, Made in Denmark
Located in Lejre, DK
Low table in solid teak and cane. Designed by Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard for France & Son in 1960s. Made in Denmark. Great original condition.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Tables
Materials
Brass
Danish Modern Severin Hansen Rosewood Occasional Table
Located in Minneapolis, MN
Danish modern rosewood occasional table designed by Severin Hansen. Inlayed with Royal Copenhagen tile designed by Nils Thorsson.
Professional, skilled furniture restoration ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Side Tables
Materials
Pottery, Rosewood
Mid-Century Modern Danish Teak Side or End Table
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Danish teak end or side table. Well constructed and nice and sturdy. Stamped made in Denmark. Legs will disassemble for shipping.
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Tables
Materials
Teak
Swedish Modern Wood and Glass Sofa Table by Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden, 1939
Located in Hägersten, SE
Swedish modern sofa table produced by Nordiska Kompaniet. According to the NK ledger the table is titled "Bord B 642" and was done on December 13,...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Tables
Materials
Glass, Beech
Slide Bedside Table 1 Drawer
Located in Vandoma, PT
The combination of the black base of its pieces and oak veneer geometric patterns, give this collection a modern, elegant and timeless character.
Modern and widely customizable wi...
Category
2010s Portuguese Scandinavian Modern Side Tables
Materials
Iron
Hudson Hairpin Side Table Maple Navy
Located in Cincinnati, US
This eye-catching piece combines an industrial structure with sophisticated modern accents. The intersecting metal legs almost seem to play tricks on the eyes and change shape as you...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Side Tables
Materials
Steel
Ilmari Tapiovaara Coffee Table / Side Table Produced by Laukaan Puu in Finland
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare coffee table / side table designed by Ilmari Tapiovaara. Produced by Laukaan Puu in Finland.
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Tables
Materials
Pine
Mid Century Scandanavian Modern Teak End Table
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous one drawer night stand or end table in Teak. Arched sides with a sculpted architectural backsplash. In excellent vintage condition with minimal wear.
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Tables
Materials
Birch, Teak
Slide Side Table
Located in Vandoma, PT
The combination of the black base of its pieces and oak veneer geometric patterns, give this collection a modern, elegant and timeless character.
Modern and widely customizable wi...
Category
2010s Portuguese Scandinavian Modern Side Tables
Materials
Iron
3 Yngve Ekström Designed for DUX, Guitar Pick Tables Sweden
Located in San Francisco, CA
Three small tables is the shape of guitar picks, designed by Yngve Ekström for DUX of Sweden.
Three bent wood legs on each table, that most like...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Tables
Materials
Beech, Teak
Hudson Hairpin Side Table Maple Rose Copper
Located in Cincinnati, US
This eye-catching piece combines an industrial structure with sophisticated modern accents. The intersecting metal legs almost seem to play tricks on the eyes and change shape as you...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Side Tables
Materials
Steel
Hudson Hairpin Side Table Walnut Mustard
Located in Cincinnati, US
This eye-catching piece combines an industrial structure with sophisticated modern accents. The intersecting metal legs almost seem to play tricks on the eyes and change shape as you...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Side Tables
Materials
Steel
Hudson Hairpin Side Table with Wood Inlay Walnut Gold
Located in Cincinnati, US
This eye-catching piece combines an industrial structure with sophisticated modern accents. The intersecting metal legs almost seem to play tricks on the eyes and change shape as you...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Side Tables
Materials
Steel
Hudson Hairpin Side Table with Wood Inlay Walnut Prairie Green
Located in Cincinnati, US
This eye-catching piece combines an industrial structure with sophisticated modern accents. The intersecting metal legs almost seem to play tricks on the eyes and change shape as you...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Side Tables
Materials
Steel
Hudson Hairpin Side Table with Wood Inlay Maple Orange
Located in Cincinnati, US
This eye-catching piece combines an industrial structure with sophisticated modern accents. The intersecting metal legs almost seem to play tricks on the eyes and change shape as you...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Side Tables
Materials
Steel
Hudson Hairpin Side Table with Wood Inlay Maple Pink
Located in Cincinnati, US
This eye-catching piece combines an industrial structure with sophisticated modern accents. The intersecting metal legs almost seem to play tricks on the eyes and change shape as you...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Side Tables
Materials
Steel
James End Table White
Located in Cincinnati, US
Seemingly defying the laws of nature, this Danish-inspired design is composed of a razor thin metal top covered with oak veneer, atop an elegant wire base. The warmth of the wood grain adds a level of complexity balancing the minimalist base for a table that will leave your guests intrigued and your mama proud she raised someone with such good style. The offset base conveniently slides under the sofa making it the perfect accessory for those who have ditched the traditional desk...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Side Tables
Materials
Metal
Midcentury Side Table with Inlays, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Lovely small side table with three slender legs. The table top is made in the shape of a palette, with inlays of eight kinds of wood with their names, also as inlays, inside.
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Tables
Materials
Wood
Swedish Modern Teak and Birch Table, Mid-20th Century
Located in Uppsala, SE
Swedish side or lamp table in teak with birch legs that gets wider towards the floor. The table top has a striped pattern with birch stripes integrated into the teak top. Very unusua...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Side Tables
Materials
Birch, Teak
Alvar Aalto Style Side Table in Oak, Denmark, 1980s
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Hellouw, NL
Charming Alvar Aalto style side table in oak from Denmark 1980s. This table is practical and has a minimal design. The top is interesting due to its shape that is a mix between an ov...
Category
1980s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Tables
Materials
Oak
Islets Side Table in Light Oil Oak by Maria Bruun for Fredericia
By Maria Bruun
Located in Dubai, AE
The Islets table is a precise design with a strong identity, based on a simple construction, where details are kept to a minimum. It’s an approach that reflects the sculptural minima...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Side Tables
Materials
Oak
Side Table in Rosewood by Severin Hansen for Haslev, 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
Side table in rosewood designed by Severin Hansen and manufactured by Haslev Furniture in the 1960s. The table is in great vintage condition.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Tables
Materials
Rosewood
Scandinavian Flower Tables Model "Casino" in Rosewood and Brass
Located in Karlstad, SE
Stunning flower tables in rosewood with brass details, model "Casino" by Sven Engström and Gunnar Myrstrand. These tables feature three parts: the drawer, the brass planter, and the ...
Category
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Side Tables
Materials
Brass
Midcentury Side Table in Solid Teak, by Jens Quistgaard, 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
Side table in solid teak designed by Jens Harald Quistgaard. Great original condition.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Tables
Materials
Teak
Scandinavian Site Table
Located in Long Island City, NY
Swedish Grace style Scandinavian site table. Stained wood with inlay on table top. Circa 1930th.
Recently refinished.
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Tables
Materials
Birch
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Set of 6 Pinwheel HM7 Coffee or Side Tables
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Set of 6 pinwheel HM7 coffee or side tables by Hvidt and Mølgaard. New edition. Oak.
Originally produced by France & Daverkosen in 1952 under the name fd 523
Series of coffee table...
Category
2010s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Side Tables
Materials
Brass
Pair of Mid Century Danish Modern Rosewood End Tables with Inset Tile Tops
By H.P. Hansen
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Simple and elegant rosewood with tile end tables. A matched pair with beautiful earth toned golden tile. Rosewood is amazing with striations in the woo...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Tables
Materials
Rosewood, Ceramic
Vintage Scandinavian Teak Side Table by Westnofa
Located in San Jose, CA
Mid-Century Modern square end table by Westnofa of Norway in teak. Features solid teak curved edges and linear dowel legs. This piece fits perfectly as a side or occasional table.
...
Category
1960s Norwegian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Tables
Materials
Teak
Side Table in Rosewood Designed by Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
Side table in rosewood designed by Henning Kjærnulf and manufactured by Vejle Furniture in the 1960s. The table is in great vintage condition.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Tables
Materials
Rosewood
Sven Engström & Gunnar Myrstrand Side Table / Sideboard Casino by Tingströms
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Side table / sideboard model Casino designed by Sven Engström & Gunnar Myrstrand. Produced by Tingströms in Sweden.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Tables
Materials
Oak
Danish Oak Side Table by Kai Kristiansen for Aksel Kjersgaard
Located in Oostrum-Venray, NL
Danish oak bedside table or side table by Kai Kristiansen for Aksel Kjersgaard.
This is a particularly beautiful side cabinet or side table. A ni...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Tables
Materials
Oak
Pair of Big Side Tables / Coffee Tables, Mahogany and Carrara Marble
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Pair of big side tables / coffee tables. Frame of black laquered mahogany.
Middle of carrara marble.
Made in the 1970s.
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Tables
Materials
Carrara Marble
Danish Minimalistic Coffee Table in Oak and Maple
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Coffee table, maple, oak Denmark, 1960s
This cocktail table of Danish origin has a splendid construction that embodies a simplistic, natural and timeless aesthetic. A unique detail ...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Tables
Materials
Maple, Oak
Side Table in Mahogany Designed by Severin Hansen for Haslev Furniture, 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
Side table in mahogany designed by Severin Hansen for Haslev Furniture in the 1960s. The table is in great vintage condition.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Tables
Materials
Mahogany
Bench / Side Table Produced in Sweden
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare bench / side table by unknown designer. Produced in Sweden.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Tables
Materials
Pine
Bench / Side Table Produced in Sweden
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare bench / side table by unknown designer. Produced in Sweden.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Tables
Materials
Pine
Scandinavian Modern Small Side Table with Drawer in Teak from the 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
Small side table with drawer in teak of Danish design from the 1960s. The chest is in great vintage condition.
This product will be insp...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Tables
Materials
Teak
Mid-Century Modern Vejle Stole Mobelfabrik Danish Denmark Rosewood Side Table
Located in Dayton, OH
Mid-Century Modern Vejle Stole Movelfabrik console, accent or side table. Made of rosewood featuring rectangular form and large rollilng casters. Marked Made in Denmark along bottom....
Category
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Side Tables
Materials
Rosewood
Coffee Table, Sweden, 1970s
By CA Beijbom
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pinewood. Produced in Sweden, 1970s.
Very good condition.
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Tables
Materials
Pine
Fiori Coffee Table 85 in Dark Oak by Poiat
By Poiat
Located in Helsinki, FI
Designed by Poiat Studio’s founders Timo Mikkonen and Antti Rouhunkoski in collaboration with the master cabinet maker and designer Antrei Hartikainen, the Fiori Collection is a set ...
Category
2010s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Side Tables
Materials
Oak
Rosewood Coffee Table, Danish Design, 1960s
Located in Chorzów, PL
Coffee table - coffee table, Danish design, 1960s
Very good condition.
Wood: Rosewood
Dimensions: height 51 cm, length 157 cm, depth 61 cm.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Tables
Materials
Rosewood
Elegant Side Table in Mahogany by Ole Wanscher, 1950s
Located in Lejre, DK
Side table in mahogany, designed by Ole Wanscher for cabinetmaker A.J. Iversen. Great original condition.
Measures: H.58 W.63/123 D.48 cm.
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Tables
Materials
Mahogany
Pair of Midcentury Rosewood Side Tables by Uno & Östen Kristiansson for Luxus
Located in London, GB
A near pair of rosewood and steel side tables by Uno & Östen Kristiansson for Luxus Vittsjö. Sweden, circa 1960.
In excellent vintage condition commensurate of age.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Tables
Materials
Stainless Steel
Swedish Elm Side Table With Rosewood, Jacaranda, and Mahogany Intarsia Inlay
Located in Atlanta, GA
Swedish Modern side, end, or coffee table with shelf. Details include clipped corners, tapered legs, and inlay of rosewood, jacaranda, and mahogany depicting two deer.
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Tables
Materials
Elm, Jacaranda, Mahogany, Rosewood
1960s Mid Century Danish Modern Tiled Square Corner End Table Denmark
Located in Dayton, OH
Danish modern square teak side accent table. Made of teak wood featuring a floral / leaf motif tiled top. Measure: 29".
Category
1960s Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Tables
Materials
Ceramic, Teak
Side Table in Rosewood of Danish Design from the 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
Side table in rosewood of Danish design from the 1960s. The table is in great vintage condition.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Tables
Materials
Rosewood
Scandinavian Modern side tables for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Scandinavian Modern side 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 side tables created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include tables, seating, more furniture and collectibles and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, hardwood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Scandinavian Modern side 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 side tables, popular names associated with this style include Haslev Mobelsnedkeri, Luca Nichetto, Severin Hansen, and Poiat. 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 side tables differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $134 and tops out at $65,000 while the average work can sell for $1,837.
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