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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 

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
Series of 4 Danish chairs in Rosewood and Leather model 94 by Johannes Andersen.
Located in JOINVILLE-LE-PONT, FR
Superb Scandinavian chairs. Very airy structure which gives these chairs a remarkable charm and elegance. Very good manufacturing quality. Very beautifully crafted furniture.
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Mats Theselius 'Sheriff' for Källemo
Located in Stockholm, SE
Produced by Källemo, Sweden. Cognac brown leather and black lacquered steel. Seat Height: 42-52 cm Height: 78-88 cm Width: 53 cm Depth: 50 cm
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Early 2000s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Seating

Materials

Steel

Mid century scandinavian sofa set, 1960s
Located in HEVERLEE, BE
Mid century sofa set consitsing of a three seater sofa and 3 armchairs. Elegant yet sturdy danish design frames with their original fabric cushions. Very attractive and original so...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Lounge Chair by Esko Pajamies for Asko, Finland, 1970s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Lounge chair by Esko Pajamies for Asko, made in Finland in the 1970s. New upholstered with walnut aniline leather. Frame of rosewood.
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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Large Danish Armchair in Rosewood and Leather, model 431, Arne Vodder for Sibast
Located in JOINVILLE-LE-PONT, FR
Superb Scandinavian armchair. Seat and high back upholstered in black leather, surrounding woodwork. Very great comfort. Magnificent design for this beautifully crafted piece of furn...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Danish Modern Rosewood Dining Chairs by Dyrlund, 1970s. Set of 8.
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Modern Rosewood Dining Chairs by Dyrlund, 1970s. Set of 8. Set of eight Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern dining chairs Model 7866 by Dyrlund Denmark, made in the 1970s. These...
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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating

Materials

Rosewood

Pair of Danish chairs in Teak and new rope, model 71 by Niels Otto Moller 1960.
Located in JOINVILLE-LE-PONT, FR
Superb Scandinavian chairs for the dining room. This is an iconic model of Scandinavian Design designed in 1951, the backrest with slightly curved edges is magnificent. The seats are...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating

Materials

Rope, Teak

Rare long Finn Juhl 'Table bench' in Rosewood, 1953
Located in Copenhagen, DK
A rare 225 cm Finn Juhl Rosewood 'Table bench' with two fabric cushions. Frame of gun metal, anodized steel and raised brass edges. Designed by Finn Juhl 1953 and made by Bovirk...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating

Materials

Metal, Brass

Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Copenhagen, DK
A pair of Axel Einar Hjorth 'Lovö' high-back chairs in pine with light fabric cushions. Designed in 1030's for Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden. Good condition with some natural patina.
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Early 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Seating

Materials

Metal

Mid Century Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Alf Svensson for Fritz Hansen c. 1960's
Located in New York, NY
Chic architectural Mid Century lounge chair and ottoman designed by Alf Svensson for Fritz Hansen, made in Denmark circa 1960's. This example is in very good, clean, ready to use co...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Henning Kjærnulf Model 255 Dining Chair for Bruno Hansen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dining chair from Henning Kjaernulf, produced by Bruno Hansen. Constructed in teak and oak, with a woven paper cord seat and a curved backrest with angled supports, reminiscent of Ha...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating

Materials

Teak, Papercord, Oak

Aksel Bender Madsen and Ejnar Larsen dining chairs in teak Denmark 1960
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
Very nice set of four dining chairs designed by duo Aksel Bender Madsen and Ejnar Larsen for Norden Mobelfabrik Denmark 1960. These well-crafted chairs are made of solid teak and the...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating

Materials

Faux Leather, Teak

Kaare Klint "Safari" Lounge Chairs in Red Leather and Ash, Rud Rasmussen, 1950s
Located in Odense, DK
Absolutely stunning pair of vintage "Safari" chairs in deeply patinated red oxhide and solid ash. Designed by Kaare Klint in the 1930s and manufactured by cabinetmaker Rud. Rasmussen...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating

Materials

Leather, Ash

"Karuselli" lounge chair and foot stool by Yrjö Kukkapuro, Haimi, Early edition
Located in Hägersten, SE
Iconic "Karuselli" lounge chair with matching foot stool designed by Yrjö Kukkapuro. Produced in Finland by Haimi during the 1960s. Fiberglass shell with white lacquer and original b...
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1960s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating

Materials

Metal, Chrome

1990's Postmodern Danish Modern Style Teak Sofa by KSL
Located in Burbank, CA
Vintage Midcentury Modern sofa for sale. Has a solid teak frame, and was manufactured by KSL Furniture in the 1990's. It has the original faux suede upholstery in red, and is in exce...
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1990s Canadian Scandinavian Modern Seating

Materials

Fabric, Teak

1950s Set of 8 Danish Leather Dining Chairs by Anders Jensen
Located in Turners Falls, MA
Set of 8 Dining Chairs by Anders Jensen. Teak wood frames with original green leather. Denmark, 1950’s We offer delivery to NYC for $399. Please inquire.
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating

Materials

Leather, Teak

Set of 2 dining chairs by Poul Volther
Located in Ranst, VAN
Very nice set of two vintage dining chairs with armrests designed by Poul Volther for FDB Møbler, Denmark 1960s. The chairs have an oak frame and a dark gray fabric. Dimensions: W: ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Rosewood Dining Chairs by Carl Ekström for Albin Johansson & Söner
Located in Frederick, MD
This set of 6 Scandinavian Modern dining chairs were purchased from a vintage seller in Denmark and imported the the US. The elegant curved design of the back and turned legs are ico...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Seating

Materials

Wood

Set of 4 Mid-Century Teak Dining Chairs by Svegards Markaryd, Sweden, c. 1960s
Located in Deland, FL
Introducing a set of four Scandinavian Modern dining chairs by the Swedish furniture maker Svegards Markaryd. Complete with two arm chairs and two side chairs made from solid teak a...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating

Materials

Teak

4 Scandinavian Modern Style Sun Furniture Teak & Oatmeal Fabric Dining Chairs
Located in Topeka, KS
Lovely vintage Scandinavian Modern Sun Furniture teak & two-toned oatmeal tweed fabric dining chairs, set of 4. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that these are vintage and not new so will have signs of use and wear. All chairs were taken apart, cleaned, and Danish oiled and reassembled. The fabric and frames are in lovely condition, and they have no outstanding flaws that we have detected. Appropriate wear considering age. Please see photos and zoom in for details. We attempt to portray any imperfections. circa, Late 20th century. WOW!!! What a wonderful quartet of quintessential Scandinavian Modern magnificence!! This is a set of four fabulous teak dining chairs by Sun Furniture comprised of marvelous straight & sturdy teak frames with stretchers on both sides and backs & two-toned oatmeal tweed upholstered back rests and seats. They are gorgeous and whether at a dining table, game table, or at the breakfast nook, this set of four dining chairs will be magnificent around any table you choose; however, you may want to consider our listings for matching dining tables just in case!! We have several listed here that would be beautiful hosting this set! These chairs have clean lines, superb quality, and bear a timeless Scandinavian Modern design that you are sure to love for years to come. Sun Cabinet...
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Late 20th Century Thai Scandinavian Modern Seating

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Set of Four 1960's Scandinavian Mid Century Chairs
Located in Brno, CZ
This is a set of four Mid-Century dining chairs. The designer and producer of these chairs are believed to be made in West Germany in the 1960’s. These chairs were clearly inspired ...
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1960s German Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating

Materials

Fabric, Ash

Piet Hein, set of four bar stools, Scandinavian / Danish Modern, Fritz Hansen
Located in Stockholm, SE
A set of four bar stools designed by Piet Hein in the 1960s for Fritz Hansen. Base in stainless steel and seat with original leather. Denmark, this set is produced in 1999. One stool...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating

Materials

Stainless Steel

Six Scandinavian White Oak Dining Chairs Newly Upholstered in Wool
Located in Oakland, CA
Set of 6 Danish designed dining chairs crafted from white oak, featuring a sculptural frame with comfortable curved backrests. The chairs showcase dramatic sloping arms on solid oak ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating

Materials

Wool, Oak

Kaare Klint sofa model 6092 by Rud. Rasmussen, 1940s Denmark
Located in TOLLEBEEK, NL
Danish Modern sofa by Kaare Klint, model 6092. The sofa has a mahogany frame on eight tapered legs, upholstered in striped wool and bored in natural leather. Produced by Rud. Rasmuss...
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1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating

Materials

Leather, Fabric, Wool, Wood

Rattan sofa, attributed to Viggo Boesen, Denmark, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rattan and cane. Good vintage condition, with minor signs of usage and patina.
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating

Materials

Cane, Rattan

Finn Juhl, a pair of NV45 chairs in Rosewood for Niels Vodder, 1945
Located in Copenhagen, DK
A rare pair of Finn Juhl NV-45 chairs with frame of Brazilian rosewood, upholstered with light fabric. Designed 1945 and made at cabinetmaker Niels Vodder. both chairs stamped by N...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating

Materials

Leather, Fabric, Rosewood

Arnt Lande "Combi Star" Reclining Lounge Chair by Stokke Mobler
Located in Highland, IN
Designed in 1962 by Norwegian Arnt Lande, the "Combi Star" reclining lounge chair offers the sitter different option of repose. The sculptural external frame cradles the upholstered ...
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1960s Norwegian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating

Materials

Mahogany

G. A Berg Mid Century "Patron" Armchair in Birch Wood Produced in Sweden, 1940s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Very rare and early mid century wooden "Patron" arm lounge chair in birch and hemp webbing by Gustav Axel Berg / G. A Berg produced in Sweden, 1940s. In good original condition. Di...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating

Materials

Hemp, Birch

Two seater sofa by Ingmar Relling for Westnofa, 1980s
Located in HEVERLEE, BE
Rare two seater bench designed by Ingmar Relling for Westnofa. It consists of two armchairs put toghether to create this rare bench. Black leather with a beige beech wood frame. ...
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1980s Norwegian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating

Materials

Leather, Beech

Set of Six (6) Danish Dining Chairs by Vamdrup Stolefabrik in Oak, c. 1970s
Located in Deland, FL
Constructed from oak with with white vinyl seats. The seats are very comfortable which is the perfect match to the ergonomic slatted backs that perfectly pair to create a truly wonde...
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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating

Materials

Oak

Antti Nurmesniemi, a pair of 1950s '418' armchairs for Artek
Located in Helsinki, FI
Antti Nurmesniemi, a pair of 1950s '418' armchairs for Artek. Wooden frame, Wool upholstery on seat and back in black with buttons. Leather armrests. Very unique model - never in p...
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Seating

Materials

Leather, Wool, Oak

Vintage Scandinavian Sheepskin Sofa Circa 1930s to 1940s
Located in Oakland, CA
Freshly reupholstered in a mushroom-toned sheepskin. Circa 1930s-40s cabinetmaker sofa imported from Denmark. Stunning. Having an attractively curved shape to the arms and back off s...
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1930s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating

Materials

Wool, Elm

Georg Kofoed sofa from 1950’s, Denmark
Located in TOLLEBEEK, NL
Danish modern sofa designed by Georg Kofoed in 1940’s/50’s. Classic construction with a mahogany frame, original fabric upholstery with leather cord decoration. Condition Good, age ...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating

Materials

Leather, Fabric, Upholstery, Wood

Sgabello vintage anni '60
Located in Brescia, IT
Sgabello scandinavo con struttura in legno di rovere chiaro e maniglia integrata. Perfetto per chi cerca un mix di eleganza e praticità, questo sgabello presenta un design classico ...
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1960s European Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating

Materials

Wood, Fabric

Swedish Modern lounge armchairs in velvet upholstery, 1950’s
Located in TOLLEBEEK, NL
Set of 2 spectacular lounge armchairs in velvet upholstery on stained beech legs. Produced in Sweden, 1950’s Condition Very good, signs of wear befitting its age. Dimensions height...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Velvet, Wood

Swedish Modern Wing sofa from Carl-Axel Acking
Located in TOLLEBEEK, NL
Very rare imposing wingback sofa from the pioneer of the Swedish modern movement Carl-Axel Acking. Stained wood legs with wool fabric upholstery. Condition Good, age related wear an...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Wood

Set of two Danish Modern club chairs from Einar Larsen, 1950’s
Located in TOLLEBEEK, NL
Set of two Einar Larsen easy chairs in wool fabric on stained wood legs produced in 1950’s. Priced per set Condition Very good, few marks Dimensions width: 67 cm. height: 78 cm de...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating

Materials

Fabric, Wool

Pair Mid Century Danish Modern Beech Lounge Chairs by Grete Jalk - John Stuart
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous pair of Beech Mid Century Danish Modern Lounge Chairs by Grete Jalk for John Stuart. Cushions are fairly new and in excellent condition with very little wear. Wood frames we...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating

Materials

Fabric, Rubber, Beech, Lacquer

Alvar Aalto Armchair Scandinavian Design 1960s Danish Modernism.
Located in Taranto, IT
Alvar Aalto Armchair Scandinavian Design 1960s Danish Modernism. Wood and metal frame, fabric covered, light sponge interior. The item is in good conservative condition, no major c...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Pair of Scandinavian leather armchairs
Located in Brescia, IT
Original vintage armchairs with wooden base. The structure is made of natural wood, which gives them a warm and cozy appearance. Wood has been carefully crafted to create clean line...
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1960s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating

Materials

Leather, Wood

Bruno Mathsson Berlin Daybed
Located in Oakland, CA
Rare version of model "Berlin" daybed designed in the 1930s by Bruno Mathsson for Firma Karl Mathsson, made in Sweden. Production year 1963. Frame-platform is constructed of steam-b...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating

Materials

Birch, Fabric

Coppia di poltrone in rovere di Børge Mogensen
Located in Brescia, IT
Set di due poltrone vintage di design scandinavo. Un' autentica espressione dell'estetica senza tempo e della maestria artigianale di uno dei più grandi designer del XX secolo. Ques...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Frits Henningsen, Pair of Lounge Chairs with Brandy Aniline Leather
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Frits Henningsen pair of lounge chairs new upholstered with brandy coloured aniline leather. Frame of mahogany. Made in the 1940s.
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1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Swedish stump chair, 1940s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pine stump chair. Produced in Sweden, 1940s. Good condition with signs of usage and patina.
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating

Materials

Pine

Rare Danish Chair in Solid aged Pine by Nissen & Gehl 1970, Model: Fyrkat
Located in København K, 84
One original rare danish dining chair in solid pine designed by Nissen & Gehl for Jens Hansens møbelfabrik in Silkeborg Denmark 1970. It has beautifully aged golden pine color and is...
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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating

Materials

Pine

Danish Design Three Seater Leather Sofa 1970's
Located in Taranto, IT
We present a three-seater, leather sofa with a distinctive Danish design from the 1970s. The item is in excellent conservative condition, no cosmetic or structural flaws to report, ...
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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating

Materials

Leather

Hans J. Wegner Lounge Chair, Model GE-370
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner lounge chair with loose cushions new upholstered with vintage tan full grain aniline leather. Frame of solid oak Model GE-370, made by GETAMA.
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating

Materials

Wool, Oak

"FD 151" chair by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard Nielsen, Denmark, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Very good condition, new upholstery. Produced by France & Daverkosen, Denmark, 1950s.
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating

Materials

Teak, Rattan

Henning Kjaernulf Danish Mid-Century Carved Oak Lounge Chairs in Oak, 1970's
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Rare and sought after pair of "his and hers" lounge chairs by Danish Designer, Henning Kjaernulf made from quarter-sawn white oak and hand carved in brutalist styles seeking inspirat...
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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating

Materials

Wool, Oak

Pair of "Slædestolen" Børge Mogensen Easy Chairs 2256, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Model 2256 produced by Frederica Stolefabrik, Denmark, 1960s. Designed in 1956 by Børge Mogensen for Fredericia. This rare version comes with a caned seat.    
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating

Materials

Oak, Cane

1960s Arne Norell Rosewood Leather Sling Sirocco Safari Lounge Chair Mid-Century
Located in Hyattsville, MD
The Sirocco safari chair designed by Arne Norell in 1966. This example is in camel-colored leather; with two cushions and slings with brass fittings. Designed to breakdown for flat p...
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1960s Colombian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating

Materials

Leather

Erik Wørts two seat sofa, cognac leather, oak, Denmark
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Erik Wørts two seat sofa with frame of oak. Original upholstery of cognac leather. Model L-601-2, made by FDB.
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating

Materials

Leather, Oak

ORIENT Stool / Coffee Table, Cedar, Round, Block Wood
Located in Karabağlar/Izmir, TR
-With its cedar body, it can be used as a bed side, side table, coffee table, or stool in your bedroom and spaces. -It is produced by hand from cedar wood using the turning method. W...
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Scandinavian Modern Seating

Materials

Cedar

Pair of Round Ottomans / Footstools in Pure Alpaca
Located in London, GB
A superb pair of modern round ottomans. Handmade in England. Newly upholstered in a premium, soft, pure alpaca wool fabric with solid oak feet. Custom sizes and fabric options a...
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2010s British Scandinavian Modern Seating

Materials

Alpaca, Oak

Scandinavian flower bench
Located in Brescia, IT
Scandinavian bench from the 1960s with a functional and versatile design. The wooden frame lends a warm and natural touch, while the special feature of the top that includes a spac...
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1960s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating

Materials

Metal

First Edition Arne Jacobsen 3117 Desk Swivel Chair by Fritz Hansen
Located in Utrecht, NL
Arne Jacobsen swivel desk chair model 3117 office chair. Original, first series (proven by the metal cap to underside - see image #14) on four-star swivel base with chromed steel fee...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating

Materials

Steel

Danish mid-century teak framed sofa with original spring coil cushions
Located in DK
This rare teak sofa designed ca. 1952 by Grete Jalk (1920-2006) has its original seat and back cushions with spring coils. The cushions are upholstered with the original green fabric...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Scandinavian Modern Teak & Off White Leather Small Sofa Attributed to Ekornes
Located in Topeka, KS
Marvelous vintage Scandinavian Modern small leather sofa Attributed to Ekornes comprised of a teak frame and off-white leather removeable seat, back, and arm zippered cushions. This piece has been attributed based upon archived research including online sources, vintage documentation and catalogs, designer literature, and other materials however, it is not signed or marked in any way. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that this is vintage and not new so will have signs of use and wear even if it has been refinished or restored. Specifically, we have re-dyed the leather in its original color. There are some signs of wear on right hand cushions. Please see photos, zoom in for details, and see long description as they are part of the condition report. We attempt to portray any imperfections. Circa, late 20th to early 21st Century. This sofa is SCREAMING with Scandinavian Modern Magnificence!!! We have a FABULOUS vintage Scandinavian Modern style small leather sofa Attributed to Ekornes for your viewing and purchasing pleasure. It’s not quite as small as a loveseat but it’s not as large as a traditional sofa. It does have three seat cushions, they’re just a little more “snug,” which is actually quite nice…so we’re calling it a small or petite sofa. It is comprised of a phenomenal teak frame bearing a beautiful front apron and flared arms. It holds three seat, three back, and two arm cushions, all removeable, zippered, and wearing a lovely off white leather. And there are hidden Velcro strips on the sofa deck and on the underside of the arms for added stability to hold the cushions tightly in place. And the bottom dust cover has two zippers so you can access the springs for convenient cleaning, etc. NICE!! The back of the sofa features a leather padded cushion between the teak back legs featuring vertical stitched details and the sofa sides are solid leather panels surrounded by teak frames. The arms swoop down and the leather arm cushion wraps around the top and side of the arms and connects to the hidden Velcro strap on the underside. Can we just say… GORGEOUS!!! It is the epitome of Scandinavian Modern beauty!!! It is going to be wonderful in your living room facing your coffee table, in a family or sitting room surrounded by Danish décor and other furnishings, or in the den or study flanking the fireplace. It bears superior comfort, exquisite style, and a quintessential Scandinavian Modern style you are sure to love for years to come! Most people know that Ekornes is a Norwegian company. What you may not know is Ekornes began in the mattress industry. The journey starts in 1934 with founder J.E. Ekornes. At that time, Ekornes was manufacturing springs for furniture companies in the area, and soon after, all throughout Norway. In 1947, Ekornes made a huge leap into the production of wooden furniture frames and parts for day beds and sofa beds. And soon after, they began production of their own mattresses. Their foamed plastics changed the mattress industry. By the time 1966 came around, Ekornes was releasing its newest and first collection of lounge furniture. This made Ekornes the first furniture manufacturer in Norway! Ekornes quickly became a household name in their country and in 1971 the Stressless Recliner was introduced. At the time, no one at Ekornes knew that the introduction of this early model Stressless chair would soon become the bulk of their business. Just 5 years after, The Stressless Brand alone hit the 100 million Norwegian Krone mark! In 1994, Ekornes celebrated its 60th anniversary and by 1996 the Stressless Chair had been on the market for 25 years. In March of 2001, Ekornes opened its famous showroom "Ekornes Bua" in Alesund, Norway and between 2002 and 2007, showrooms were opening up all over the world: Sao Paulo, Paris, Las Vegas, Berlin, and several more cities in Europe, Asia, and The United States. They are still in production today. Can you really go wrong with teak and leather? We think NOT!!! Comfort, convenience, quality, and a classic style created to withstand the hands of time!! We LOVE this teak & off white leather sofa...
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Late 20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Seating

Materials

Leather, Wood, Teak

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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