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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 

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
Period: Late 20th Century
Pair of Bedside Tables ‘Guest Stool Z’ for the Carl Malmsten Centre, Sweden
Located in Stockholm, SE
Marked. Measures: H: 39 cm / 15 1/3'' W: 55 cm / 21 1/2'' D: 38 cm / 15'' H storage section: 18 cm / 7''.
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Late 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Side Tables

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Pine

Low Table in Patinated Leather by Matteo Grassi, 1970s
Located in Lejre, DK
Low table in patinated leather. Designed and made by Matteo Grassi in Italy in the 1970s. Great original condition.
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1970s Italian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Tables

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Leather

Side Table By Alvar Aalto for Artek Finland
Located in Turku, FI
Spectacularly colored little table By Alvar Aalto For Artek Finland. Iconic L-leg Design. Re-Painted by a professional at some point. No original color. Dimensions: Height 54cm Lw...
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Late 20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Side Tables

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Birch

Danish Oak Side Tables With Hand Painted Tile Tops In the Manner of Picasso
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Danish 1970’s oak side tables with hand crafted studio ceramic "Sunburst" tile tops, signed Condor.
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Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Side Tables

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Ceramic, Oak

Roland Wilhelmsson Side Table in Pine
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Roland Wilhelmsson for Karl Andersson & Söner, side table, pine, Sweden, 1970s This side table with a solid and sturdy look is constructed in a precise manner implementing straight...
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1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Tables

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Pine

Roland Wilhelmsson Side Table in Solid Pine
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Roland Wilhelmsson for Karl Andersson & Söner, side table, pine, Sweden, 1970s This rare side table with a solid and sturdy look is constructed in a precise manner implementing str...
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1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Tables

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Pine

Sven Larsson Side Table in Solid Pine
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Sven Larsson, side table, pine, Sweden, 1970s. A cubist side table designed by Swedish designer Sven Larsson. Distinctive for his work is the use of solid pine wood and the refined ...
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1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Tables

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Pine

Scandinavian Modern Teak Rectangular Side End Table Tile Insert by Gangso Mobler
Located in Topeka, KS
Gorgeous Scandinavian Modern teak rectangular side table or end table with unique tile insert by Gangso Mobler. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that this is vintage and not new so will have signs of use and wear. The top has been stained and refinished. Please see photos and zoom in for details. We attempt to portray any imperfections. Circa, 1978-1983. NOTE: We have a matching square end table and coffee table listed here for sale if they are still available. Scandinavian Modern Magnificence!!! This Scandinavian Modern teak rectangular side table with an amazing tile insert by Gangso Mobler is absolutely stunning! We originally thought that these tile inserts were designed by Poul H...
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Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Side Tables

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Ceramic, Teak

Pine stool by Ingvar Hildingsson. Sweden, 1970's
Located in Venice, CA
Pine stool by Ingvar Hildingsson. Item is signed IH at underside of stool. Sweden, 1970's
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1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Tables

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Pine

Roland Wilhelmsson Side Table in Pine
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Roland Wilhelmsson for Karl Andersson & Söner, side table, pine, Sweden, 1970s This side table is designed by Roland Wilhelmsson for Karl Andersson & Söner. With a solid and sturdy...
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1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Tables

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Pine

Solid Pine Side Table/Bench by Christer Larsson, Sweden, 1970s
Located in Helsinki, FI
Rectangular side table or bench in solid pine, crafted by Swedish designer Christer Larsson for Sven Larsson Möbelshop in 1970s. Fine craftmanship, perfectly suited for any interior...
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1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Tables

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Pine

Side Table of Wicker Tray with Metal Legs from the 1970s
Located in Lejre, DK
Side table with wicker tray and metal legs is particularly suitable for a console table or flower table on the balcony from around the 1970s Measurements in cm: H:57.5 W:56 D:40
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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Tables

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Metal

Refinished Vintage Danish Modern Solid Teak Square Coffee Table
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Premium quality vintage Danish Modern square coffee table or large side table. This piece is built like a champ! Outstanding quality, solid teak throughout. The Danish Modern coffee ...
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1970s Canadian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Tables

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Teak

Rainer Daumiller Stool / Side Table in Pine, Hirtshals Savværk, Denmark, 1970s
Located in The Hague, NL
This striking stool was designed by Rainer Daumiller and produced by Hirtshals Savværk in Denmark, 1970s. The design is marked by the circular base and seat and the slightly tapered ...
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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Tables

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Pine

Swedish Rare Pine Side Table, circa 1970
Located in Farsta, SE
Side table attributed to Leif Wikner, circa 1970. Leif Wikner worked in Sweden at the same time as Sven Larsson and Roland Wilhelmsson. This table top is done by beautiful end graine...
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1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Tables

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Pine

Side Table in Solid Teak, Made in Denmark, 1970s
Located in Lejre, DK
Sculptural side table in solid teak. Made in Denmark, 1970s. Great original condition.
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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Tables

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Teak

Scandanavian Modern Teak Side Table
Located in San Francisco, CA
Scandanavian Modern solid teak side or end table. High quality construction and execution similar to a Jens Quistgaard serving tray with a pierced top and sculpted top edge and fixed...
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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Tables

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Teak

Oak Side Tables with Thick Limestone Top 'Two Available'
Located in East Hampton, NY
This lovely side table in oak with a thick limestone plateau is heavy and sturdy. A PAIR is available if you need two, otherwise sold individually. THIS ITEM IS LOCATED AND WILL SHI...
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Late 20th Century American Scandinavian Modern Side Tables

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Limestone

1970s Severin Hansen Rosewood Side Tables Nils Thorsson Royal Copenhagen Tiles
Located in Knebel, DK
1970s rosewood side tables designed by Severin Hansen for Haslev Møbelsnedkeri with Niels Thorsson tiles made by Royal Copenhagen, Denmark. The side- / nesting tables have been fu...
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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Tables

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Ceramic, Rosewood

Set of Three Rustic Nesting Tables, Scandinavian / Mid-Century Modern
Located in Stockholm, SE
A decorative set of rustic nesting tables, 3 pcs. Made in Sweden, circa 1970s. In good condition, a few natural cracks in wood (legs) due to age and climate. All three tabled a st...
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1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Tables

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Wood

Vintage Danish Cherry Side Tables by Haslev Møbelsnedkeri, 1990s, Set of 2
Located in Asaa, DK
Vintage Danish Cherry side tables by Haslev Møbelsnedkeri, 1990s. Set of 2. Pair of vintage Danish round coffee tables designed by ...
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1990s Danish Scandinavian Modern Side Tables

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Cherry

Poul Kjærholm Semicircular Table in Steel, Cork and Beech
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Poul Kjærholm and Nils Fagerholt for PP Møbler, side table with two tabletops, steel, cork, beech, Denmark, 1978. This semi-circular table was desig...
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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Tables

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Steel

Jonas Bohlin 1980s "Triptyk" Table
Located in New York, NY
Two legged "Triptyk" table by Swedish designer Jonas Bohlin. Table tray constructed in solid wood followed on the circular top of each forged iron stand...
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1980s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Tables

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Iron

1970´s Fully Restored Danish Bent Silberg Stackable Beech Side Tables
Located in Knebel, DK
1970´s Fully Restored Danish Bent Silberg Beech Side- and Stacking Tables The sidetables feature a simple clean design with their round tabletops and bended organic shaped legs des...
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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Tables

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Beech

Bruno Mathsson, Side Table 'Annika', Birch, Scandinavian Modern, Dated 1974
Located in Stockholm, SE
Occasional table in Karelian and flame birch. Designed by Bruno Mathsson in 1936 for his fathers furniture company Firma Karl Mathsson. This table is dated 1974.       
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1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Tables

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Birch

Danish Modern Teak Side Table
By ABJ Denmark
Located in Germantown, MD
Danish Modern side table Manufactured by ABJ Denmark The table has a rectangle measure that could fits in the corner between the Sofas or else. Measures 22" W x 29" D x 21" H.
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Late 20th Century Scandinavian Modern Side Tables

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Teak

Pair of Unusual Danish Scandinavian Teak End Side Night Tables Nightstands
Located in Wayne, NJ
Pair of Unusual Danish Scandinavian Teak End Side Tables. These you can use in many directions, to get different looks If you are in the New Jersey, New York City Metro Area, please ...
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1980s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Tables

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Teak

Roland Wilhelmsson Side Table in Pine
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Roland Wilhelmsson for Karl Andersson & Söner, side table, pine, Sweden, 1970s This side table with a solid and sturdy look is constructed in a precise manner implementing straight...
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1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Tables

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Pine

Ceramic & Mahogany side table, Design Jens Thirslund for Kähler Ceramic, Denmark
By Jens Thirslund
Located in Vorst, BE
Scandinavian Mid-Century side table. Made of Ceramic tiles and Mahogany wood. Tiles made by Herman A Kähler Ceramic, located in the town of Naestved on the island of Zealand (southern Denmark). Kähler ceramics has been founded in 1839 and is still in business today. The brand is appreciated as one of Denmark's greatest 20th century ceramic successes. The drawings on the tiles have been created by Jens Thirslund...
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Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Side Tables

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Ceramic, Mahogany

Roland Wilhelmsson “Kvadrat” Coffee Table for Karl Andersson & Söner, Sweden
Located in Antwerp, BE
Roland Wilhelmsson; Kvadrat; coffee table; side table; Karl Andersson & Söner; Pine; Wood; Sweden; 1970s; Swedish Design; Scandinavian Modern; “Kvadrat” coffee table designed by R...
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1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Tables

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Wood, Pine

PP Møbler Kjaerholm Coffee Table or low Dining Table PK70 by Poul Kjærholm
Located in Oldenburg, NI
High coffee table or correspondingly low, small dining table (height approx. 68 cm) model PK70 designed by Poul Kjærholm for PP Møbler in 1978. The beautifully crafted ash wood table...
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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Tables

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Ash

Danish Modern Custom Made Square Steel Coffee Table on Wheels Denmark 1980s
Located in Aarhus C, DK
Danish modern custom made low square coffee table on wheels by Danish manufacturer in the 1980´s. The unique table is made of stainless steel on the top, frame of metal and metal wh...
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1980s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Tables

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Stainless Steel

1970s Rolf Middelboe and Gorm Lindum Larsen Coffee Table in Padouk with Mosaic
Located in Knebel, DK
1970s Danish Modern Coffee table designed Rolf Middelboe and Gorm Lindum for Tranekær Møblefabrik in padouk wood with unique mosaic patterns in multiple types of wood of fruit tree's...
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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Tables

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Padouk

Ingvar Hildingsson Three Legged Stool in Solid Pine, Ih Slöjd, Sweden, 1970s
Located in The Hague, NL
This rare stool was designed by Ingvar Hildingsson and produced by his company IH Slöjd in Rockneby, Sweden in the 1970s. The stool has a round seat and three club shaped legs...
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1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Tables

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Pine

Ingvar Hildingsson, Large Stool, Pine, Sweden, Signed and Labeled, 1970's
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A large and sculptural stool, designed and produced in the studio of Ingvar Hildingsson, Kalmar Läns Slöjdare IH Slöjd Rugstorp. Signed and labeled. In lightly treated pine. Swede...
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Late 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Side Tables

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Pine

Pair of Bedside Tables, Denmark, 1970s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pair of bedside tables in pine, produced in Denmark, 1970s. Good original condition with small signs of usage. 4 tables available, listed price is for a pair.
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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Tables

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Pine

MCM Scandinavian Teak Side End Table Lovely Tile Insert by Gangso Mobler
Located in Topeka, KS
Fabulous Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian teak side table or end table with unique tile insert by Gangso Mobler. Gorgeous vintage condition with no outstanding flaws that we have dete...
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Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Side Tables

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Ceramic, Teak

Pair of Rosewood Side Tables, Made in Norway, Circa 1970s
Located in Peabody, MA
Pair of side tables in rosewood, made in Norway circa 1970s by Sunn Expo Ltd.
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1970s Norwegian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Tables

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Rosewood

Scandinavian Birch Stool by Ingvar Hildingsson, 1970s
Located in Praha 2, Hlavní město Praha
Rare Scandinavian birch stool designed by Ingvar Hildingsson for I H Slöjd in Sweden, 1970s. This beloved stool features three club-shaped legs and a round seat. The stool is made e...
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1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Tables

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Birch

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.
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1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Tables

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Birch, Teak

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.
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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Tables

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Teak

Alvar Aalto Style Side Table in Oak, Denmark, 1980s
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...
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1980s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Tables

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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.
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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Tables

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Carrara Marble

Kai Kristiansen Tile Top Table for Askel Kjaersgaard
Located in San Francisco, CA
Kai Kristiansen design tile top table for Askel Kjaersgaard, Denmark. Made from solid teak with decorative inlay on a sculpted teak frame.
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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Tables

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Ceramic, Teak

Minimalist Scandinavian Coffee Table in Walnut
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Coffee table, walnut, Scandinavia, 1980s Minimalistic side table in walnut. This rectangular coffee table shows stunning lines due to the sleek legs of the design. Thanks to the bea...
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1980s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Tables

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Walnut

Coffee Table, Sweden, 1970s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pinewood. Produced in Sweden, 1970s. Very good condition.   
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1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Tables

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Pine

Poul Nørreklit Side Table Produced by Georg Petersens Møbelfabrik in Denmark
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare side table designed by Poul Nørreklit. Produced by Georg Petersens Møbelfabrik in Denmark.
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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Tables

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Rosewood

Pair of Side Tables in Brass and Glass, 1970s
Located in Lejre, DK
Pair of side tables with glass top on a brass frame. Great original condition.
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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Tables

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Brass

Roland Wilhelmsson Bench in Pine by Karl Andersson & Söner in Sweden
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare coffee table / bench model Bamse in pine designed by Roland Wilhelmsson. Produced by Karl Andersson & Söner AB in Sweden.
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1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Tables

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Pine

1970s Pine Wood Side Table with Single Drawer by Aksel Kjersgaard Odder, Denmark
Located in Bergen op Zoom, NL
Beautiful minimal solid pine wood made 1970s side table with a single large drawer Marked Aksel Kjersgaard This Danish designer is a master in showing off the refined Scandina...
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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Tables

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Pine

Roland Wilhelmsson Table in Pine by Karl Andersson & Söner in Sweden
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare coffee table / bench model Bamse in pine designed by Roland Wilhelmsson. Produced by Karl Andersson & Söner AB in Sweden.
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1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Tables

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Pine

Jeanne Grut Style Butlers Tray of Wengé with Four Drumstick Legs Danish Modern
Located in Aarhus C, DK
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 Side Tables

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Wenge

Little Rosewood Coffee Table, Scandinavian Modern, 1970s
Located in Chorzów, PL
Classic Danish design rosewood coffee table / side table. Modern line and style. During the process of wood conservation. Preserved in very good quality and condition.
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1970s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Tables

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Rosewood

Bruno Mathsson Side Table by Karl Mathsson in Värnamo, Sweden
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare side / magazine table designed by Bruno Mathsson. Produced by Karl Mathsson in Värnamo, Sweden.
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1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Tables

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Metal

1980s Teak Side Table Modern Style of Jens Risom
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1980s Teak Side Table Scandinavian Modern Design No maker label Solid Teak floating Wood. Attributed to S Burchardt Nielsen of Denmark in...
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1980s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Side Tables

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Teak

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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