Scandinavian Modern Seating
SCANDINAVIAN MODERN STYLE
Scandinavian modernism is perhaps the warmest and most organic iteration of modernist design. The work of the designers associated with vintage Scandinavian modern furniture was founded on centuries-old beliefs in both quality craftsmanship and the ideal that beauty should enhance even the humblest accessories of daily life.
ORIGINS OF SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Emerged in the 1930s
- Originated primarily in Denmark, Sweden and Finland
- Introduced in the United States in mid-20th century
- Informed by the Bauhaus and modernism; influenced American mid-century modernism
CHARACTERISTICS OF SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Bold, clean lines and simple, sturdy symmetries
- Use of natural materials — native woods such as pine, ash and beech
- Open, airy spaces
- Promotion of functionality
- Emphasis on craftsmanship; rooted in cabinetry profession and traditional construction techniques
- Minimal ornamentation (little to no embellishment)
- A neutral or light color palette owing to prominence of light woods
SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
- Alvar Aalto
- Hans Wegner
- Kaare Klint
- Arne Jacobsen
- Greta Magnusson Grossman
- Finn Juhl
- Arne Vodder
- Verner Panton
ICONIC SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
VINTAGE SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS
The gentle, organic contours that are typical of Scandinavian design appear in the furnishings and decor created by Danish, Finnish and Swedish designers not as a stylistic gesture, but rather as a practical, ergonomic — and, as importantly, elegant — response to the human form.
Each nation produced exceptional talents in all areas of the applied arts, yet each had its forté. Sweden was home to Greta Magnusson Grossman and Bruno Mathsson — creators of the classic Grasshopper lighting series and Berlin daybed, respectively — but the country excelled most notably at ceramics. In the 1920s at the great Gustavsberg porcelain manufactory, Wilhelm Kåge introduced pieces in the Scandinavian style based on influences from folklore to Cubism; his skills were passed on to his versatile and inspired pupils Berndt Friberg and Stig Lindberg.
Likewise, Finland produced a truly ingenious Scandinavian modern furniture designer in the architect Alvar Aalto, a master at melding function and artistic form in works like the Paimio chair, created in collaboration with his first wife, Aino. Yet Finnish glassware was pre-eminent, crafted in expressive, sculptural designs by Tapio Wirkkala and Timo Sarpaneva.
The Danes excelled at chairs. Hans Wegner and Arne Jacobsen were exemplars of the country’s facility with wood, particularly teak.
Wegner created such iconic pieces as the Round chair and the Wishbone chair; Jacobsen — while the revolutionary architect and furniture innovator produced the best-selling plywood Ant chair — designed two classic upholstered pieces of the 1950s: the Swan chair and Egg chair. The list of great Danes could go on and on, including Finn Juhl, a stylistic maverick and maker of the bold Chieftain chair; Poul Kjaerholm, with his lean metal-and-rattan aesthetic; and Verner Panton, who introduced a vibrant Pop note into international design.
Today, decades after their heyday, the prolific, ever-evolving Scandinavian modernists continue to amaze and delight, and interior designers all over the world use their pieces to bring warmth to any given space.
On 1stDibs, you will note both instantly recognizable vintage Scandinavian modern chairs, sofas, rugs and tables — those that have earned iconic status over time — and many new discoveries.
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Style: Scandinavian Modern
Ingemar Thillmark for OPE 'Läckö' Lounge Chair in Brown Leather
By OPE, Ingemar Thillmark
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Ingemar Thillmark for OPE, easy chair, model 'Läckö', leather, beech, Sweden, 1965
The Läckö armchair is designed by Ingemar Thillmark for OPE and can be considered as a true icon o...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Beech
Carl-Axel Acking for Nk Hantverk Lounge Chair in Mahogany and Blue Wool
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Carl-Axel Acking for Nordiska Kompaniet Hantverk, lounge chair, mahogany, fabric, leather, Sweden, 1940s
Beautiful armchair with an important provenance. This chair is designed and ...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Mahogany, Leather
Ole Wanscher 1960s Rosewood Senator Lounge Chair with Leather Cushions
Located in London, GB
Ole Wanscher - Senator Lounge Chair, c1960s
The Senator series of chair, sofa and rocking chair was produced as part of Wanscher's late career collaboration of more minimal and mode...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Wool
Custom Made Sheepskin Sofa by Alfred Kristensen. Available in COM upholstery
Located in London, GB
A custom-made new edition of this classic love-seat sofa by Danish designer and cabinetmaker: Alfred Kristensen. This re-edition is produced under license in Sweden by Dagmar and ava...
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Sheepskin, Oak, Mohair, Velvet, Walnut
Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen Set of Four Chairs in Cognac Leather and Oak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen, set of four dining chairs, model ‘C23’, oak, teak, cognac leather, Denmark, designed in 1950
The chair model ‘C23’ features sophisticated details that characterize Wegner’s well-known designs. Per example, note the wood joints in shape of a crucifix that highlight the backrest. As one of the first exclusively for Carl Hansen designed chairs, the ‘C23’ surprises the user until today with a combination of Danish elegance and comfort.
Hans Wegner (1914-2007) is one of the most prolific furniture designers of the world. Wegner was born in 1914 in Denmark and began his apprenticeship with Danish master cabinetmaker H.F. Stahlberg when he was fourteen years old. Afterwards, he moved to Copenhagen and attended the School of Arts and Crafts between 1936 and 1938. In 1938, he was approached by the architects and designers Arne Jacobsen and Erik Møller...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Oak, Teak
Iconic Hans Wegner ‘Flag Halyard’ Lounge Chair Early Edition Model GE225
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans J. Wegner, ‘Flag Halyard’ lounge chair model ‘GE225’, rope, steel, dark green lacquered steel, leather, wood, sheepskin, Denmark, 1958
This iconic chair, made with 250 metres o...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Steel
Danish Cabinetmaker Tall Sheepskin Lounge Chair, c1940s
Located in London, GB
Danish Cabinetmaker Sheepskin Armchair, circa 1940s.
This large lounge chair produced by a Danish Cabinetmaker in the 1940s is typical of Danish lounge chair designs of the day. It ...
Category
1940s European Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Sheepskin, Beech
Rare Jens Harald Quistgaard for Nissen Langå Set of Four Dining Chairs
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Jens Harald Quistgaard for Nissen Langå, set of four dining chairs model 530, oak, suede, Denmark, design 1964-65
Danish sculptor and designer Jens Harald Quistgaard (1919-2008) is ...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Suede, Oak
Steen Østergaard Lounge Chair in Oak and Moss Green Upholstery
By Stol-Ex, Steen Ostergaard
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Steen Østergaard for Stol-Ex, lounge chair, oak, fabric, Denmark, 1962
Made in 1962, this armchair bears the mark of Danish architect and industrial designer, Steen Østergaard, craf...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Mogens Voltelen 'Copenhagen' Lounge Chair in Patinated Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Mogens Voltelen for Niels Vodder, lounge chair model ‘Copenhagen', beech, patinated leather, brass, Denmark, design 1936
The ‘Copenhagen’ lounge chair was designed by Mogens Voltele...
Category
1930s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Brass
Erik Kirkegaard 1960s Danish Rosewood Desk Chair
Located in London, GB
Erik Kirkegaard - Compass Desk Chair, c1960s
A rare and highly sought-after desk chair by Erik Kirkegaard, produced by Hong Stolefabrik in Denmark, circa 1956. The curved back provi...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Vintage 1950s Carl Malmsten Armchair in Boucle Fabric
Located in London, GB
Carl Malmsten - Occasional Armchair, circa 1950s.
An elegant, classical occasional chair designed by Swedish master: Carl Malmsten. The chair has been reupholstered in Sahco 'Zero' ...
Category
1950s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Bouclé, Beech
Mats Theselius for Källemo AB Limited Edition Lounge Chairs 'El Dorado'
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Mats Theselius for Källemo AB, pair of lounge chairs 'El Dorado’, limited edition, brass, nubuck leather, maple, Sweden, 2002
These distinct 'El Dorado’ lounge chairs by Mats Thesel...
Category
Early 2000s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Brass
1950’s Swedish Modern Club Chairs With Wooden Arm Rests on Castors - a Pair
Located in Charleston, SC
Purchased from original owners who had them reupholstered around 2012 in designer fabric. These low slung lounge chairs are so comfortable! They are really the kind of chairs you ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Metal
Niels Otto Møller Pair of Dining Chairs in Teak and Papercord
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Niels Otto Møller for J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik, pair of dining chairs, model 71, teak, papercord, Denmark, 1951
Designed by Niels Otto Møller, these dining chairs are exemplary for ...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Papercord, Teak
Axel Einar Hjorth 'Lovö' Lounge Chair in Solid Pine
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Axel Einar Hjorth, wingback lounge chair model 'Lovö', pine, reupholstered in Svenskt Tenn “Textile Baranquilla” linen 450, Sweden, 1932
Sturdy high back Lovö chair in solid pine b...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Pine
Danish Midcentury Classic Curved Settee in the Style of Georg Kofoed
By Georg Kofoed
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Very elegant small sofa or settee made around 1940 in Denmark. it is very much in the style of Master Carpenter Georg Kofoed but Designer and maker is unknown to us. Beautiful curved...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Wool, Beech
Danish Curved Sofa in Floral Red Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Three-seat sofa, fabric, wood, Denmark, 1960s.
This delicate banana shaped sofa embodies a dynamic curved shape and is further characterised by a low backrest and high seat. The fra...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Wood, Fabric
Danish Dining Chairs in Teak and Beige Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Dining chairs, teak, beech, fabric, Denmark, 1960s
These Danish dining chairs display a convincing aesthetic typical of the 1960s Danish furniture style, reminiscent of the work of ...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Beech, Teak
Custom Made Round Mohair Velvet Ottoman with Oak Ball Feet
Located in London, GB
Dagmar - Luupo Round Ottoman
Custom-made ottoman developed & produced at our workshops in London using the highest quality materials. This example is upholstered in a sky blue mohai...
Category
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Sheepskin, Oak
Jacob Kjaer Rare Set of Six Dining Chairs in Mahogany and Niger Leather
By Jacob Kjaer
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Jabob Kjær for Jacob Kjær Møbelhaandværk, dining chairs, niger leather, cuban mahogany, brass rivets, Denmark, 1937.
Stunning set of dining chairs by Jacob Kjær manufactured in 1937...
Category
1930s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Ejvind A. Johansson for FDB Møbler Daybed in Oak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Ejvind A. Johansson for FDB Møbler, daybed, model 'G19', oak, Denmark, 1957
A simple and minimalist bed designed by Danish furniture designer Ejvind A. Johansson. The construction o...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Oak
Scandinavian Daybed in Oak and Teak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Daybed, oak, teak Scandinavia, 1960s
A simple and minimalist bed manufactured in Scandinavia in the 1960s. A standout fact about this piece is the mattress that is upholstered in a ...
Category
1960s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Oak, Fabric, Pine
Custom Made Sheepskin Sofa by Alfred Kristensen. Available in COM upholstery
Located in London, GB
A custom-made new edition of this classic love-seat sofa by Danish designer and cabinetmaker: Alfred Kristensen. This re-edition is produced under license in Sweden by Dagmar and ava...
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Sheepskin, Mohair, Velvet, Oak, Walnut
Custom Made Sheepskin Love Seat Sofa by Alfred Kristensen
Located in London, England
A custom-made new edition of this classic love-seat sofa by Danish designer and cabinetmaker: Alfred Kristensen. This re-edition is produced under license in Sweden by Dagmar and ava...
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Sheepskin, Fabric, Mohair, Bouclé, Velvet, Oak, Walnut
Berga Mobler Sofa in Beige Wool Upholstery
By Berga Mobler
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Berga Mobler, sofa, beech, wool, Denmark, 1940s.
This bold and curvy sofa is based on a solid construction with a tender touch due to the soft texture of the woolen fabric. The whol...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Velvet, Beech
Mats Theselius for Källemo Limited Edition Lounge Chair Älgskinnsfåtölj’
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Mats Theselius for Källemo AB, lounge chair ‘Älgskinnsfåtölj’, patinated iron, stained beech, leather, Sweden, 1991.
This distinct 'Älgskinnsfåtölj' lounge chair of Mats Theseli...
Category
1990s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Iron
Custom Made Round Ottoman with Oak Ball Feet. Available in COM
Located in London, GB
Dagmar - Luupo Round Ottoman
Custom-made ottoman developed & produced at our workshops in London using the highest quality materials. This example is upholstered in Karakroum 'Ecume...
Category
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Sheepskin, Oak
Custom Made Sheepskin Love Seat Sofa by Alfred Kristensen
Located in London, England
A custom-made new edition of this classic love-seat sofa by Danish designer and cabinetmaker: Alfred Kristensen. This re-edition is produced under license in Sweden by Dagmar and ava...
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Sheepskin, Fabric, Mohair, Bouclé, Velvet, Oak, Walnut
Custom Made Love Seat Sofa by Alfred Kristensen. Available in COM
Located in London, England
A custom-made new edition of this classic love-seat sofa by Danish designer and cabinetmaker: Alfred Kristensen. This re-edition is produced under license in Sweden by Dagmar and ava...
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Sheepskin, Fabric, Mohair, Bouclé, Velvet, Oak, Walnut
Kurt Østervig 'Hunting' Lounge Chair in Cognac Leather and Oak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Kurt Østervig for K.P. Jørgensens Møbler, 'Hunting' armchair, model '168', oak, leather, metal, Denmark, 1960
This lounge chair shows exquisite Danish craftsmanship and aesthetics. ...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Metal
Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen 'Addition' Sofa and Ottoman
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen, 'Addition', model ‘4698’ sofa and ottoman, leather, mahogany, Denmark, design 1933, production afterwards
This set consisting of a 'Addition' sofa and...
Category
1930s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Tove & Edvard Kindt-Larsen Pair of 'Fireside' Armchairs in Original Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Tove & Edvard Kindt-Larsen for Gustav Bertelsen, pair of lounge chairs 'Fireplace', teak, leather, Denmark, 1940
These Danish lounge chairs were meticulously crafted for the purpos...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Teak
Hans J. Wegner Versatile Chaise Lounge or Daybed in Oak
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans J. Wegner for GETAMA, chaise lounge with ottoman model GE01, oak, metal, fabric, Denmark, design 1954
This chaise lounge consists out of two sections. An adjustable lounge chai...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Metal
Alvar Aalto for Artek Stackable '11' Chairs in Birch Plywood
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Alvar Aalto for Artek, dining chairs, model '11', birch, plywood, Finland, design 1929
Lovely stackable chairs designed by Alvar Aalto in 1929. This set is manufactured by Artek Fin...
Category
1920s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Birch, Plywood
Danish Set of Eight Dining Chairs in Leather and Elm
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Set of eight dining chairs, elm, leather, metal, Denmark, 1950s
Imbued with timeless elegance and craftsmanship, this set of Danish dining chairs shows strong similarities to the di...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Metal
Kurt Østervig for Sibast Pair of Dining Chairs in Cognac Leather and Oak
By Kurt Østervig, Sibast
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Kurt Østervig for Sibast, pair of dining chairs, cognac leather, oak, Denmark, 1960s.
These characteristic chairs are made in solid oak, with seating and back from thick cognac lea...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Oak
Niels Otto Møller Dining Chair in Teak and Beige Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Niels Otto Møller for J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik, dining chair, model '75', teak, fabric, Denmark, 1954
Gracefully streamlined, the dining chair model 75, designed by the Danish maste...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Piet Hein for Fritz Hansen Barstool in Red-Brown Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Piet Hein for Fritz Hansen, barstool, metal, faux leather, Denmark, 1970s
A design by Piet Hein for Fritz Hansen, this bar stool with its modesty and simplicity, is an excellent ch...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Metal
Hans Olsen Sofa in Black Leather and Teak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans Olsen for Brande Brande Møbelfabrik, leather, teak, Denmark, circa 1960
This leather four seat sofa is designed by the Dane Hans Olsen for Brande. The sofa is executed in black...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Teak
Bent Møller Jepsen 'FN' Lounge Chair in Dark Blue Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Bent Møller Jepsen for Simo Møbler, wingback chair, model 'FN', teak, reupholstered in “Sonar 3” by Raf Simons Kvadrat, Denmark, 1956-1959
Furniture designer and upholsterer Bent Mø...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Rainer Daumiller Set of Four Armchairs in Solid Pine
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Rainer Daumiller for Hirtshals Savvaerk, set of four armchairs, pine, Denmark, 1970s
These dining chairs by Danish designer Rainer Daumiller have multiple features. The vivid grain...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Pine
Arne Norell 'Merkur' Lounge Chair in Cognac Leather and Mahogany
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Arne Norell for Norell Möbel AB, lounge chair, model 'Merkur', leather, mahogany, Sweden, 1960s
The Merkur easy chair, a design by Swedish designer Arne Norell (1917-1971), epitomi...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Arne Norell 'Merkur' Sofa in Cognac Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Arne Norell for Norell Möbel AB, sofa model 'Merkur', leather, mahogany, Sweden, 1960s
This high-quality sofa called ‘Merkur’ is designed by the talented Swedish designer Arne Nore...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Palle Suenson for Fritz Hansen Set of Four Windsor Armchairs
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Palle Suenson for Fritz Hansen, set of four Windsor dining chairs, teak, beech, Denmark, design 1947, production 1940s/1950s
Palle Suenson conceived this modern Windsor-style chair ...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Beech, Teak
Ilmari Tapiovaara Set of Six ‘Domus’ Dining Chairs in Black Stained Teak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Ilmari Tapiovaara, set of six armchairs, stained teak, metal, Finland, 1953
This is a wonderful set of early ‘Domus’ armchairs by Finnish designer Ilmari Tapiovaara. Executed in a b...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Metal
Børge Mogensen for Søborg Dining Chair in Teak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Børge Mogensen for Søborg Møbelfabrik, dining chair, model '122', teak, beech, Denmark, design 1952
Børge Mogensen designed a harmoniously proportioned Danish Modern chair featuring...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Beech, Teak
Danish Banana Sofa in Turquoise Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Banana sofa, fabric, stained wood, Denmark, 1940s
This voluptuous sofa is based on a solid construction of round shapes and curvaceous lines. The seating area and the backrest are o...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Johannes Andersen Pair of 'Juliane' Dining Chairs in Oak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Johannes Andersen for Uldum Møbelfabrik, pair of chairs ‘Juliane’, oak, fabric, Denmark, 1960s
This pair of dining chairs is designed by Danish designer Johannes Andersen and produc...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Rare Ole Wanscher for A.J. Iversen Set of Six Dining Chairs in Oak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Ole Wanscher for A.J. Iversen, set of six armchairs, model 'J3063', oak, fabric, Denmark, 1960s
A rare set of mid-century dining chairs model J3063 crafted by Ole Wanscher. Drawing ...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Hans J. Wegner for Getama 'Cigar' Stool in Solid Oak with Green Cushion
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans J. Wegner for Getama, 'Cigar' ottoman, model 'GE240S', oak, fabric, Denmark, design 1955
Designed in 1955, this Cigar ottoman is a creation by Danish master Hans J. Wegner for ...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Ilmari Tapiovaara Set of Four ‘Domus’ Dining Chairs in Black Stained Teak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Ilmari Tapiovaara, set of four armchairs, stained teak, metal, Finland, 1953
This is a wonderful set of early ‘Domus’ armchairs by Finnish designer Ilmari Tapiovaara. Executed in a ...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Metal
Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen for Søborg Dining Chair in Teak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen for Søborg Møbelfabrik, dining chair, model '316', teak, papercord, Denmark, 1950s.
This organic looking chair is made with an outstanding attent...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Papercord, Teak
Illum Wikkelsø Pair of Easy Chairs in Black Upholstery and Teak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Illum Wikkelsø, pair of lounge chairs, leatherette, teak, Denmark 1960s.
Well-designed pair of easy chairs in black leatherette upholstery by Danish designer Illum Wikkelsø. This 'O...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Faux Leather, Teak
Johannes Andersen Dining Chair in Teak and Black Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Johannes Andersen for Uldum Møbelfabrik, dining chair, model '138', teak, faux leather, Denmark, 1960s
An elegant dining chair created by the Danish designer Johannes Andersen and p...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Faux Leather, Teak
Danish Set of Eight Dining Chairs in Oak and Red Upholstery
By Duba
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Duba Møbelindustri, set of eight dining chairs, bent plywood oak, chrome-plated metal, fabric Denmark, 1970s.
Set of eight Danish dining chairs made in the 1970s. The whole constru...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen 'Silverline' Lounge Chair in Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard Nielsen for France & Søn, 'Silverline' lounge chair, Ohmann Colorado nubuck leather, teak, aluminum, Denmark, 1960s
Presenting a stylish lounge chair wit...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Aluminum
Re-Edition Sheepskin Clam Chairs by Arnold Madsen
Located in London, England
Official Re-Edition of the iconic Clam Chair by Arnold Madsen.
Dagmar in collaboration with the estate of Arnold Madsen is proud to re-lau...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Sheepskin, Wool, Bouclé, Beech, Oak, Walnut
Scandinavian Modern seating for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Scandinavian Modern seating 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 seating created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, tables and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, animal skin and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Scandinavian Modern seating 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 seating, popular names associated with this style include Hans J. Wegner, Fritz Hansen, Børge Mogensen, and Arne Jacobsen. 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 seating differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $395 and tops out at $106,195 while the average work can sell for $3,735.
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If anyone is brave, humble and adept enough to recolor these mid-century masterpieces, it’s Ilse Crawford. Here, she gives us the details on her five earthy paint choices and tells us how she feels about design collaborations.
113 Chairs That Prove Danish Design Isn’t Limited to Denmark
In an innovative display, the Designmuseum Danmark is permanently exhibiting the 20th century's most iconic seats.
April’s Most-Liked Interiors on Instagram
Our feed is filled with the world's most beautiful spaces. See the 10 our followers have deemed the best of the best this month.
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French Chairs With Rush Seating
Gold Chrome Chairs
Herman Miller Light
Vintage Aluminum Outdoor Furniture
Vintage Asian Chair
White Leather Desk Chair
Blue Dining Chairs Lacquer
Charlotte Perriand On Sale
Curved Dining Sofa
Formal Dining Table And Chairs
Italy Walnut Desk Chair
Oval French Chairs
Set Of 4 Rattan Chairs
Tobacco Leather Chair
Used Outdoor Furniture Cushions
Blue Shell Chair
Cantilever Black Leather
Charles Fritz