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
Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen for Gustav Bertelsen Lounge Chair
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen for Gustav Bertelsen, armchair, teak, niger leather, brass, Denmark, designed in 1948 and manufactured in the late 1940s
Early designed lounge ch...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Brass
Rainer Daumiller Set of Four Dining Chairs in Pine
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Rainer Daumiller for Hirtshals Sawmill, set of four dining chairs, pine, Denmark, 1970s
Beautiful, organic and natural dining chairs in solid pine designed by Rainer Daumiller. A si...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Pine
Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen & Søn Sofa in Cognac Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen & Søn, sofa, model 'CH103', leather, metal, Denmark, 1970s
The CH103 sofa by Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen & Søn is a modern three-seat sofa ideal fo...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Metal
Danish Pair of Stools in Teak and Orange Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pair of stools or ottomans, teak, fabric, Denmark, 1960s
Elegant in line and practical to use, these stools are exemplary for Mid-Century Scandinavian Design. The teak framework is ...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Rainer Daumiller Armchairs in Solid Pine
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Rainer Daumiller for Hirtshals Savvaerk, armchairs, pine, Denmark, 1980s.
This design by Danish designer Rainer Daumiller shows multiple beautiful organic features. The vivid grain...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Pine
Danish Two-Seater Sofa in Yellowish Brown Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Sofa, fabric, stained wood, Denmark, 1940s.
This Danish sofa shows elegant curves and beautiful lines, especially on the folded armrests. The tufted back with buttons contributes to...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Rainer Daumiller Set of Four Dining Chairs in Pine
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Rainer Daumiller for Hirtshals Sawmill, set of four dining chairs, pine, Denmark, 1970s.
Beautiful, organic and natural dining chairs in solid pine designed by Rainer Daumiller. A s...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Pine
Arne Hovmand-Olsen for Mogens Kold Dining Chairs in Mahogany
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Arne Hovmand-Olsen for Mogens Kold Møbelfabrik, dining chairs, model 71, mahogany, brass, Denmark, 1959
This sculptural set of dining chairs is designed by the Dane Arne Hovmand-Ol...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Brass
Danish Three-Seat Cognac Leather Sofa
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Three-seat sofa, cognac to orange leather and oak, Denmark, ca. 1960.
This modest and comfortable three-seat sofa that shows traits of the design of Borge Møgensen. The colour pale...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Oak
Arne Vodder for Sibast Pair of Dining Chairs in Walnut and Grey Upholstery
By Arne Vodder, Sibast
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Arne Vodder for Sibast Møbler, pair of dining chairs model '418', walnut, fabric, Denmark, 1960s
This model has a characteristic, sculptural frame executed in warm walnut. The sligh...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Scandinavian Sofa in Red Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Sofa or settee, leather, wood, Scandinavia, 1950s
A beautifully sculpted sofa in the style of Danish designer Arne Vodder. The high back is slightly curved and runs smoothly over in...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather
Early Model Finn Juhl for France & Søn Lounge Chair in Teak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Finn Juhl for France & Søn, lounge chair early model '136', teak, fabric upholstery, Denmark, 1959.
Very honest and open design by the Danish architect and designer Finn Juhl. As a...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Early 'Egg' Lounge Chair in Black Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, early 'egg' lounge chair, model 3316, leather, steel, Denmark, design 1958, produced 1966.
This chair is one of the most iconic designs in the histor...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Steel
Arne Norell ‘Merkur’ Lounge Chair in Brown Leather
By Arne Norell
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Arne Norell for Arne Norell Möbel AB, sofa model ‘Merkur’, leather, wood, Sweden, 1970s.
This high-quality sofa is designed by the talented Swedish designer Arne Norell. Characteris...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather
Johannes Andersen Curved Sofa in Royal Purple Upholstery and Oak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Johannes Andersen for Trensums Fatöljfabrik, sofa, fabric, oak, Sweden, 1960s
Swedish three-seat sofa designed by Johannes Andersen in the 1960s. The curved sofa features a striking...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Danish Set of Four Armchairs in Oak and Black Leatherette
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Set of four dining chairs, leatherette, oak, Denmark, 1960s
This classic set is being a wonderful example of Scandinavian design from the Midcentury period. The seat and backrest a...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Faux Leather, Oak
Niels O. Møller Armchair in Teak and Brown Green Wool
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Niels Otto Møller for J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik, armchair model 56, teak, wool, Denmark, 1954.
This chair shows subtle lines and beautiful curves in the woodwork. In the highly ref...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Teak, Wool
Ole Wanscher for Poul Jeppesen Armchair in Teak and Black Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Ole Wanscher for P. Jeppesens Møbelfabrik, armchair, model 'PJ412', teak, leather, Denmark, 1960s
Modest pair of dining chairs designed by Ole Wanscher in the 1960s. These chairs a...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Teak
Scandinavian High Back Chair in Oak and Green Striped Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
High back chair, oak, fabric, Scandinavia, 1950s.
This high back chair strongly resembles the design vocabulary by the Swedish designer Carl Malmsten. The unique lines and curves of...
Category
1940s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Kurt Østervig Pair of Armchairs in Teak and Beige Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Kurt Østervig for Brande Møbelindustri, pair of armchairs model 27, teak, leather, Denmark, 1950s.
Beautiful pair of dining chairs designed by Kurt Østervig for Brande Møbelindustri...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Teak
Unique Jacob Kjaer Sofa in Original Niger Leather and Mahogany
By Jacob Kjaer
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Jacob Kjaer, sofa, original Niger leather, brass, stained mahogany, Denmark, 1930s
Exemplifying the quintessential essence of Danish design of the thirties, this rare sofa by Jacob...
Category
1930s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Brass
Vamdrup Stolefabrik Armchair in Teak and Orange Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Vamdrup Stolefabrik, armchair model 'VS 231', teak and orange fabric, Denmark, 1960s.
The armchair with a solid teak frame, raises a handsome original orange upholstery seat. The f...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Danish Dining Chairs in Teak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Dining chairs in teak, Denmark, 1960s
These well made Danish dining chairs have a convincing appearance and a construction typical for Danish style furniture...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Niels Otto Møller for J.L. Møller Stool in Teak and Red Fabric
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Niels Otto Møller for J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik, stool or ottoman, model 80A, teak, fabric, Denmark, 1960s
Elegant in line and practical to use, this stool by Niels Otto Møller is ex...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Wool, Teak
Original Bruno Mathsson ‘Pernilla’ Chaise Longue in Sheepskin
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Bruno Mathsson for Karl Mathsson, chaise longue ‘Pernilla’, sheepskin, leather, beech, fabric, brass, Sweden, design 1944
The ‘Pernilla’ chaise longue is one of the most vibrant des...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Brass
Karl Erik Ekselius Lounge Chair in Original Black Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Karl Erik Ekselius, lounge chair, leather, chromed steel, walnut, Sweden, 1960s.
This easy chair is executed in original black leather. The tufted seat and back in combination with ...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Steel, Chrome
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
Jørgen Bo and Vilhelm Wohlert ‘Louisiana’ Dining Chair in Oak and Suede
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Jørgen Bo and Vilhelm Wohlert for P. Jeppesens Møbelfabrik, ‘Louisiana’ dining chair, oak, suede, Denmark, 1958.
The ‘Louisiana’ chair was initially created for the Louisiana Museum of Modern Art in Humlebæk, Denmark, by the Danish architects Jørgen Bo and Vilhelm Wohlert. Inside the modern building complex the chairs were supposed to serve as functional chairs for events. Therefore, Bo and Wohlert had a comfortable chair in mind that is easily stackable. The round seat with off-white suede upholstery and a curved backrest provide comfort.
Jørgen Bo (1919-1999) first studied at the School of Architecture at the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts until 1941 and in 1960 was appointed as a professor. Together with Vilhelm Wohlert, Jørgen Bo designed...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Suede, Oak
Børge Mogensen for Fredericia Dining Chairs ‘BM 61’ in Oak and Cane
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Børge Mogensen for Fredericia, dining chairs model ‘BM 61’, oak, cane wicker, Denmark, 1950s
This naturalistic looking chair is characterized by a splendid desi...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Cane, Oak
Scandinavian Modern Bench in Chestnut Upholstery and Teak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Large bench, faux leather, teak, brass, Scandinavia, 1950s
A charming furniture piece exuding a sense of harmony and purity. The bench, with its rectangular shape, showcases an upho...
Category
1950s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Brass
Scandinavian Modern Bench in Oak and Red Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Bench, faux leather, brass, oak, Scandinavia, 1950s
A charming furniture piece exuding a sense of harmony and purity. The bench, with its rectangular shape, showcases an upholstered...
Category
1950s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Brass
Uno & Östen Kristiansson for Luxus Hunting Chair in Leather and Oak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Uno & Östen Kristiansson for Luxus, hunting chair, model '204', leather, oak, Sweden, 1954
Swedish hunting chair designed by Uno & Östen Kristia...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Oak
Danish Pair of Armchairs in Oak and Forest Green Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pair of armchairs, fabric, oak, brass, Denmark, 1960s
This well-executed Danish pair of armchairs shows an exquisite level of craftsmanship. The chair features a sculpted frame that...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Brass
Ole Gjerløv-Knudsen & Torben Lind Two Seater Sofa in Red Leather and Teak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Ole Gjerløv-Knudsen & Torben Lind for France & Søn, two seater sofa, teak, leather, Denmark, 1962
Modern and beautiful constructed sofa based on a tight and simple design. The teak...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Teak
Arne Jacobsen High Back 'Oxford' Swivel Chairs
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, set of six 'Oxford' desk chairs model 3272, aluminium, wood, fabric upholstery, United Kingdom, design 1965, later production.
The original version o...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Aluminum
Erik Jørgensen Sofa in Original Cognac Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Erik Ole Jørgensen for Erik Jorgensen Møbelfabrik, sofa, model EJ 315-3, wood and leather, Denmark, 1972
Elegant three-seat sofa by Erik Ole Jørgensen. This sofa has a luxurious ap...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood
Finnish Sofa in Birch and Patterned Beige Upholstery
By Asko
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Asko, three-seat sofa, birch, fabric upholstery, Finland, 1960s
Bulky three-seat basket sofa in birch. Its frame functions as a shell that keeps the cushions in their position. The ...
Category
1960s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Birch
Illum Wikkelsø for A. Mikael Laursen & Søn Sofa in Black Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Illum Wikkelsø for A. Mikael Laursen & Søn, sofa, model 'ML-140', leather, mahogany, Denmark, 1950s.
This sophisticated sofa shows an unusual elegance and great eye for detail, com...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Bernt Petersen for Søborg Møbelfabrik Set of Four Dining Chairs in Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Bernt Petersen for Søborg Møbelfabrik, set of four dining chairs, leather, mahogany, Denmark, 1960s
Elegant and comfortable set of four dining chairs designed by Bernt Petersen in t...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Mogens Hansen Two-Seat Sofa in Black Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Mogens Hansen, Two-seat sofa model ‘MH2225’, leather, stained wood, Denmark, 1971
This sofa is produced by the Danish furniture manufacturer Mogens Hansen in 1971. This sofa is char...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood
Rainer Daumiller Pair of Dining Chairs in Pine
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Rainer Daumiller for Hirtshals Sawmill, pair of dining chairs, pine, Denmark, 1970s
Beautiful, organic and natural dining chairs designed by Rainer Daumiller in solid pine. A simpli...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Pine
Danish Wingback Chair in Beige Floral Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Lounge chair, wood, fabric, Denmark, 1950s
Bulky Danish armchair with floral upholstery. The chair has low armrests and a backrest with two wings that frame the seat. Especially loo...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Arne Hovmand Olsen Tripod Stool in Wood
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Arne Hovmand-Olsen, milking stool, beech, Denmark, 1950s.
This Danish tripod stool by Arne Hovmand-Olsen contains a remarkable halved seat, which...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Beech
Danish Sofa in Off-White Decorative Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Sofa, fabric, wood, Denmark, 1950s.
This sofa has all the flair and vitality of a typical Danish mid-century furniture piece. This particular design invites you to spend more time o...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Arne Vodder for Bovirke Chaise Longue in Patinated Cognac Leather
By Arne Vodder, Bovirke
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Arne Vodder for Bovirke, chaise longue, leather, beech, Denmark, 1950s.
Chaise longue designed by Arne Vodder for Bovirke in the 1950s. This chaise longue has an open frame in blond...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Beech
Hans J. Wegner 'GE-236/3' Three Seat Sofa
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans J. Wegner, three-seat sofa model GE-236/3, fabric and oak, Denmark, 1950s
Beautiful sofa by Danish designer Hans J. Wegner. This sofa has a solid oak frame with the constructio...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Børge Mogensen for Søborg Møbelfabrik Day or Single Beds in Teak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Børge Mogensen for Søborg Møbelfabrik, daybed/single beds, teak, Denmark, 1960s.
Elegant en simplistic design by Børge Mogensen. Suitable to utilize as a day bed or a single bed. Th...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Teak
Aksel Bender Madsen for Bovenkamp Lounge Chair in Oak and Teak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Aksel Bender Madsen for Bovenkamp, lounge chair, teak and oak, fabric, Denmark, 1950s.
Madsen is known for his modest, minimalist designs. This lounge chair has armrests made out of...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Oak, Teak
Børge Mogensen for Fredericia Set of Six Armchairs in Oak & Cognac Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Børge Mogensen for Fredericia Stolefabrik, set of six dining chairs, oak, leather, brass, Denmark, 1964
These dining chairs remind of the classical foldable 'director-chairs', yet t...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Brass
Scandinavian Daybed in Teak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Daybed, teak, beech, Scandinavia, 1960s
A simple and minimalist single or daybed made in Scandinavia in the 1960s. The construction is based on clear lines and angular shapes. Its ...
Category
1960s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Beech, Teak
Illum Wikkelsø Sofa in Cognac Brown Leather and Oak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Illum Wikkelsø, sofa, model 'V11', leather, oak, Denmark, 1960s
This modern sofa is designed by Illum Wikkelsø and is marked by a clear open layout and the use of neutral materials....
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Oak
Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen Sofa in Original Cognac Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen, sofa model '5011', leather, wood, Denmark, design 1935.
Classic and elegant Scandinavian three-seat sofa by Kaare Klint designed in 1935. The high bac...
Category
1930s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood
Ole Wanscher for Poul Jeppesen Armchairs in Teak and Black Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Ole Wanscher for P. Jeppesens Møbelfabrik, armchairs, model 'PJ412', teak, leather, Denmark, 1960s
Modest pair of dining chairs designed by Ole Wanscher in the 1960s. These chairs ...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Teak
Børge Mogensen for Fredericia ‘Safari’ Sofa in Saddle Leather and Oak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Børge Mogensen for Fredericia Stolefabrik, ‘Safari’ sofa or bench model 2222, saddle leather, oak, brass, Denmark, 1960s.
This rare sofa reminds of the classical foldable 'director-...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Brass
Early Danish Settee in Leather and Green Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Settee or sofa, stained wood, leather, fabric, brass, Denmark, 1920s.
Exceptional example of early Danish design with robust, bulky aesthetics. The frame of the settee is made of st...
Category
1920s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Brass
Dining Chairs in Niger Leather and Mahogany by Danish Cabinetmaker
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Attributed to Andreas Jeppe Iversen (A.J. Iversen), dining chairs, Niger leather, mahogany, brass, Denmark, 1925/1935
An elegant piece of furniture crafted between 1925 and 1935, re...
Category
1920s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Brass
Danish Wingback Chair in Teak and Mustard Yellow Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Armchair, fabric, teak, Denmark, 1950s
This stately and extremely well-executed wingback chair shows an exquisite level of craftsmanship. The lines and finishes in this chair from 1...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Mogens Koch for K. Ivan Schlechter 'Fireside' Wingback Chair with Ottoman
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Mogens Koch for K. Ivan Schlechter, 'fireside' wingback lounge chair and ottoman, model MK50, mahogany, leather, Denmark, design 1936, production 1964-1979.
Mogens Koch's wingback c...
Category
1930s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
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