1930s Danish Modern
Mid-20th Century European Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Seagrass, Beech
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Upholstery, Wood
Early 20th Century Danish Baroque Stools
Sheepskin, Wood, Lambskin, Oak
Vintage 1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Rope, Beech
Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Settees
Leather, Linen, Beech
Vintage 1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vases
Bronze
Vintage 1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Ceramic, Stoneware
Vintage 1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Metal
Vintage 1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Brass
Vintage 1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Brass
Vintage 1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Vintage 1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Brass
Vintage 1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Metal
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Wool, Elm
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Copper
Vintage 1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Sheepskin, Wood
Vintage 1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Teak
Vintage 1930s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Mahogany
Vintage 1930s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Wool, Oak
Early 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Leather, Oak
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Stools
Burl
Vintage 1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Metal
Mid-20th Century European Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Bronze
Vintage 1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Copper
Vintage 1930s Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Copper
Vintage 1930s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Velvet, Beech
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Mahogany, Mohair
Vintage 1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Stools
Leather, Oak
Vintage 1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Oak
Vintage 1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Wingback Chairs
Sheepskin, Beech
Vintage 1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Stools
Leather, Oak
Vintage 1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Stools
Leather, Oak
Vintage 1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Wingback Chairs
Sheepskin, Oak
Vintage 1930s Danish Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Leather, Beech
Vintage 1930s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Wool, Beech
Vintage 1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Brass
Vintage 1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Metal
Vintage 1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Earthenware
Early 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Birch
Vintage 1930s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Papercord, Wood
Vintage 1930s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Papercord, Wood
Vintage 1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vases
Pewter
Mid-20th Century Danish Baroque Side Tables
Oak
Early 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Brass
Vintage 1930s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Beech
Vintage 1930s Danish Mid-Century Modern Settees
Wool, Mahogany
Vintage 1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Beech, Sheepskin
Vintage 1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Bouclé, Elm
Vintage 1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Sheepskin, Beech
Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sideboards
Brass
Vintage 1930s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vases
Earthenware
Vintage 1930s European Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Sheepskin, Maple
Early 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Slipper Chairs
Mohair, Mahogany
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Bronze
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Brass, Copper
Vintage 1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Sheepskin
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Hardwood
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- What is Danish modern furniture?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024Danish modern furniture is the term for a style of furniture that emerged during the 1930s through the innovation of designers from Denmark. It is a subset of Scandinavian modern furniture, 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. Some notable Danish modern designers include Hans J. Wegner, Kaare Klint, Arne Jacobsen, Finn Juhl, Arne Vodder and Verner Panton. Shop a range of Danish modern furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023What brides wore in the 1930s varied. Some wore long flowing dresses made of satin or silk. Long sleeves were popular and designs often featured only minimal embellishments like appliqués and beading. Because many people faced difficult financial situations due to the Great Depression, brides also sometimes simply wore their best dresses on their wedding days. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of vintage wedding dresses.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 26, 2024To identify 1930s furniture, first see if you can spot a maker's mark in hidden areas, such as the back, base, inside of drawers or under tabletops and seats. Trusted online resources can help you determine who produced your furniture based on these markings, and from there, you can research more to get a rough idea of how old your item is. A piece's characteristics can also be helpful when dating furniture. Many items made during the 1930s are examples of Art Deco furniture. Art Deco furniture is characterized by geometric patterns and luxurious materials, such as shagreen, marble, mother of pearl, mirrored glass, exotic animal hides and rare woods like mahogany, ebony and zebra wood. A certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer can provide an expert opinion on when your piece was likely made. On 1stDibs, explore a range of 1930s furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Yes, people had record players in the 1930s. In fact, record players began to become more common during the decade and continued to grow in popularity throughout the 1940s, 50s and 60s. Thomas Edison made the first phonograph record player in 1877. Shop a variety of record players on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023In the 1930s, phones typically looked like rotary telephones. They had either a round or square base with a numbered dial that spun when you dialed and a handset receiver with both an earpiece and a mouthpiece. A cord connected the handset to the base. Find a variety of rotary phones on 1stDibs.
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