What is a furniture designer?

A furniture designer is a professional who creates furniture. They begin with a concept and then produce sketches to capture their vision. Then, they create more detailed schematics that can be used to manufacture furniture. Some well-known furniture designers include Alvar Aalto, Charles and Ray Eames, Paul Frankl, Milo Baughman, Gio Ponti, Le Corbsuier, Ettore Sottsass, Paul Evans, Jules Leleu, Poul Kjærholm, George Nakashima, Eero Saarinen, Frank Lloyd Wright and Hans J. Wegner. Explore a large selection of furniture on 1stDibs.

What is modern furniture design?

Modern furniture design is an overarching term for the new approach that designers began taking in the early 20th century. Many experts cite the Bauhaus movement as the start of the modern era. Its style was defined by the instructors and students at a progressive German art and design school founded by the architect Walter Gropius that operated from 1919 to 1933. In Bauhaus-style furniture, the school’s followers married industrial and natural materials in simple, geometric forms. The goal of the Bauhaus was to erase the distinction between art and craft while embracing the use of new technologies and materials. As the Bauhaus movement was emerging, so too was Art Deco. This iconic movement made an indelible mark on all fields of design throughout the 1920s and ’30s, celebrating society’s growing industrialization with refined elegance and stunning craftsmanship. Art Deco furniture makers respected the dark woods and modern metals with which they worked; they frequently incorporated decorative embellishments such as exotic animal hides as well as veneers in their seating, case pieces, living room sets and bedroom furniture. After World War II, modern design continued with the mid-century modern movement. The style is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Historians typically say that the modern approach to furniture design ended in the mid-1960s or early 1970s. Pieces made after that time may be called postmodern or contemporary. Shop a large collection of modern furniture on 1stDibs.

What do you call a person who designs furniture?

What you call a person who designs furniture is simply a furniture designer. Some people may use the terms furniture designer and furniture maker interchangeably, but these words actually have different meanings. A furniture maker is a person or company that crafts furniture. In some cases, furniture makers may also be furniture designers. However, this isn't always the case. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of furniture.

What furniture did Eileen Gray design?

Eileen Gray was one of the leading pioneers of the modern movement in furniture and design. She was known for her tubular steel Bibendum Chair, a take on the Michelin Man. Shop a collection of Eileen Gray’s pieces from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What is the design of Cebu furniture by Kenneth Cobonpue?

The design of Cebu furniture by Kenneth Cobonpue frequently features bold, dramatic lines that give the pieces a sculptural quality. Cobonpue favors natural materials and fabrics like rattan, abaca and hardwoods. You'll find a variety of Kenneth Cobonpue furniture on 1stDibs.

Who were the most famous mid-century modern furniture designers?

Some of the most famous mid-century modern furniture designers were Alvar Aalto, Charles and Ray Eames , Paul Evans, Poul Kjærholm, Florence Knoll, George Nakashima, Giò Ponti, Hans Wegner, Charlotte Perriand, Sergio Rodrigues and Eero Saarinen.

What material did Marcel Breuer introduce to modern furniture design?

Marcel Breuer introduced the material of tubular steel to modern furniture design. He employed it in many of his chairs, tables and sofas, prizing the material because it minimized the weight of pieces without sacrificing their strength. Shop a range of Marcel Breuer furniture on 1stDibs.

Who designed tubular steel furniture with Mies van der Rohe?

Marcel Breuer designed tubular steel furniture with Mies van der Rohe. It was Breuer who came up with the idea for using the material as a base for chairs, tables and other furnishings after he became fascinated by the frame of his bicycle. You'll find a variety of vintage tubular steel furniture on 1stDibs.

Finnish Design Furniture

Finnish Midcentury Chairs

Paimio Sanatorium

Finland Silver

Mid Century Finnish Glass

Finland Ceramics

Finland Midcentury Vase

Mid Century Modern Finland

Finnish Finland Lighting

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Antique Late 19th Century Finnish Folk Art Stools

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Pine

Stunning Hand Carved Folk-Art Stool, Grayish Blue, Finland Late 1800s

$1,302

Impressive Modernistic Wooden Sculpture by Finnish Sculptor Pentti Papinaho 1964

Located in Helsinki, FI

Pentti Papinaho (1926-1992) was a Finnish sculptor whose works (sculptures and wall reliefs) can be

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Vintage 1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures

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Pine

Impressive Modernistic Wooden Sculpture by Finnish Sculptor Pentti Papinaho 1964

$7,390

modernist Olof Kettunen Chair and Stool for Merivaara in plywood, Finland 1950s

By Olof Kettunen, Merva Merivaara.

Located in Zevenaar, NL

Very rare Olof Kettunen chair and stool for merivaara, finland 1950s. The chair and stool are made

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Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

modernist Olof Kettunen Chair and Stool for Merivaara in plywood, Finland 1950s

$4,263 Sale Price

20% Off

Mid-Century Modern Nesting Coffee / Side Table in Teak, Finland 1950s-60s

Located in Helsinki, FI

Mid-Century Teak Nesting Tables, Finland or Denmark, 1950s. This sleek and refined set of mid

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Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

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Teak

Mid-Century Modern Nesting Coffee / Side Table in Teak, Finland 1950s-60s

$1,421

Liisa Hallamaa Decorative Dish, Pinkish Cream Brown Eye Pupil, Arabia 1950s

By Arabia of Finland, Liisa Hallamaa

Located in Helsinki, FI

A truly beautiful and unique decorative ceramic dish by Finnish Designer Liisa Hallamaa for Arabia

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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Ceramics

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Ceramic

Liisa Hallamaa Decorative Dish, Pinkish Cream Brown Eye Pupil, Arabia 1950s

$1,847

Modernistic Kai Ruokonen Pendant in Aluminun, Orange Acrylic, Finland 1970s

By Kai Ruokonen

Located in Helsinki, FI

A striking colourful modernist ceiling pendant by Finnish designer Kai Ruokonen (Finnmark

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Vintage 1970s Finnish Space Age Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Modernistic Kai Ruokonen Pendant in Aluminun, Orange Acrylic, Finland 1970s

$1,989

Lisa Johansson-Pape Brass Floor Lamp for Stockmann Orno, Finland 1950s

By Stockmann-Orno, Lisa Johansson-Pape

Located in Utrecht, NL

Friends of Finnish Handicraft. She designed furniture for Stockmann in 1937 and in 1942 she designed for

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Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Lisa Johansson-Pape Brass Floor Lamp for Stockmann Orno, Finland 1950s

$3,300

Unique Handcrafted Organic Wooden Ball Lamp and Handmade Shade, Finland 1940s

Located in Helsinki, FI

This exquisite 1940s Finnish table lamp is a rare testament to craftsmanship, geometry, and

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Vintage 1940s Finnish Folk Art Table Lamps

Materials

Wood

Unique Handcrafted Organic Wooden Ball Lamp and Handmade Shade, Finland 1940s

$1,539

Tapio Wirkkala Line-engraved Vase / Art Object Model 3138, Iittala 1950s Finland

By Tapio Wirkkala, Iittala

Located in Helsinki, FI

A beautiful Line-engraved art glass vase model 3138, designed by Tapio Wirkkala and manufactured by

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Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Crystal

Tapio Wirkkala Line-engraved Vase / Art Object Model 3138, Iittala 1950s Finland

$2,605

Scandinavian Modern Table Lamp in Brass, Glass, and Rattan, Finland 1950s

Located in Helsinki, FI

A minimalist mid-century Finnish modern table lamp from the 1950s. An elegant and sleek "tripod

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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

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Brass

Scandinavian Modern Table Lamp in Brass, Glass, and Rattan, Finland 1950s

$4,121

Functionalist Art Deco Side Table in Dark Birch and Tubuar Steel, Finland 1930s

Located in Helsinki, FI

A lovely Finnish Art Deco side table in dark stained birch and tubular steel from the 1930s. The

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Vintage 1930s Finnish Art Deco Side Tables

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Steel

Functionalist Art Deco Side Table in Dark Birch and Tubuar Steel, Finland 1930s

$2,676

Goma with Thomas Sandell, Unique Scandinavian Design Armchair

By Thomas Sandell

Located in Halikko, Finland

Goma armchair with Thomas Sandell. Thomas Sandell chief architect (Born 1959 in Jakobstad, Finland

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21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Plywood

Goma with Thomas Sandell, Unique Scandinavian Design Armchair

$2,780 / item

Eero Aarnio for Asko Chair Orange Fiberglass Pastil or Pastille , Finland, 1968

By Eero Aarnio, Asko

Located in Hausmannstätten, AT

Eero Aarnio in 1968 for modern furniture maker Asko Oy in Helsinki, Finland. This vintage chair was

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Vintage 1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Fiberglass

Eero Aarnio for Asko Chair Orange Fiberglass Pastil or Pastille , Finland, 1968

$1,700

Two large Rhythmic Veneer Bowls by Wilh. Schauman Oy, Finland 1980s

Located in Helsinki, FI

by Wilhelm Schauman Oy, one of Finland’s major mid-century wood and furniture manufacturers. Each

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Vintage 1980s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Wood

Two large Rhythmic Veneer Bowls by Wilh. Schauman Oy, Finland 1980s

$2,842 / set

Small Mid-Century Modern Coat / Hat Rack in Birch, Finland 1950s

Located in Helsinki, FI

hooks. Its design embodies the essence of Scandinavian and Finnish functionalism—simple, warm, and

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Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Metal

Small Mid-Century Modern Coat / Hat Rack in Birch, Finland 1950s

$947

Merivaara Valet Stand Trouser Press in Birch and Tubular Steel, Finland 1940s

By J.Merivaara

Located in Helsinki, FI

of tubular steel furniture in Finland. Their reputation for exceptional quality and innovative design

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Vintage 1940s Finnish Industrial Hat Racks and Stands

Materials

Steel

Merivaara Valet Stand Trouser Press in Birch and Tubular Steel, Finland 1940s

$2,131

Inno Intro Stackable Wood Chair Designed by Ari Kanerva

By Ari Kanerva, Inno Interior OY

Located in New York, NY

form, Intro chairs design roots back into the unpretentious heritage of Nordic design tradition. The

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2010s Finnish Chairs

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Wood, Birch

Inno Intro Stackable Wood Chair Designed by Ari Kanerva

$807 / item

Modernist Pair of Reijo Sirkeoja Silver Candle Holders, Kultakeskus Finland 1967

By Kultakeskus Oy

Located in Helsinki, FI

to detail — a hallmark of Finnish design excellence.

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Vintage 1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Stone, Silver

Modernist Pair of Reijo Sirkeoja Silver Candle Holders, Kultakeskus Finland 1967

$805 / set

Fluted Art Glass Vase from Studiolasi Pertunmaa, Finland, 1970s

Located in Esbjerg, DK

A hand sculpted clear glass vase with red stripes and vertical ribbings. Designed and made at

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Vintage 1970s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vases

Materials

Blown Glass

Fluted Art Glass Vase from Studiolasi Pertunmaa, Finland, 1970s

$325

Vintage Glass Wall Plate with Reindeer Design from Meri Lasi

Located in Hamburg, DE

Vintage Glass Wall Plate with Reindeer Design from Meri Lasi, in Very Good conditions. Designed

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20th Century Finnish Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Glass

Vintage Glass Wall Plate with Reindeer Design from Meri Lasi

$615

Beebee, Modern Scandinavian Design Wooden Jar

By Hanna Anonen

Located in Halikko, Finland

The Beebe -Designed by Hanna Anonen, this wooden box is the perfect gift for yourself or someone

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21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Birch

Beebee, Modern Scandinavian Design Wooden Jar

$556

Modernistic Kai Ruokonen Ceiling Pendant in Brass, White Green, Finland 1970s

By Kai Ruokonen

Located in Helsinki, FI

Finnish design that brings character, glow, and a touch of mid-century optimism to any space.

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Vintage 1970s Finnish Space Age Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Modernistic Kai Ruokonen Ceiling Pendant in Brass, White Green, Finland 1970s

$2,605

Heikki Turunen Floor Lamp Model 30-180 in Black Yellow, Orno 1970s, Finland

By Orno Oy, Heikki Turunen

Located in Helsinki, FI

companies like Taito Oy, Idman and Itsu they defined what Finnish design lamps would become. Orno made high

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Vintage 1970s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Heikki Turunen Floor Lamp Model 30-180 in Black Yellow, Orno 1970s, Finland

$2,605

Heikki Turunen Floor Lamp Model 30-138 in Black White, Orno 1970s, Finland

By Orno Oy, Heikki Turunen

Located in Helsinki, FI

, Idman and Itsu they defined what Finnish design lamps would become. Orno made high quality lamps and

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Vintage 1970s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Heikki Turunen Floor Lamp Model 30-138 in Black White, Orno 1970s, Finland

$2,723

Kai Ruokonen "Intima Ceiling Lamp", Lynx, Finland 1970 s

By Kai Ruokonen

Located in Espoo, FI

This three arm pendant light, Intima, was designed by Kai Ruokonen (Kai Finnnmark) in the early

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Vintage 1970s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Kai Ruokonen "Intima Ceiling Lamp", Lynx, Finland 1970 s

$7,958 Sale Price

20% Off

1960 s Yrjö Kukkapuro "Junior" Swivel Chair in Black Red for Haimi, Finland

By Yrjö Kukkapuro, Haimi

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Mid-Century, organically shaped, molded fiberglass swivel armchair. Designed by Finnish designer

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Mid-20th Century Finnish Space Age Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fiberglass, Leather

1960 s Yrjö Kukkapuro "Junior" Swivel Chair in Black Red for Haimi, Finland

$1,480 Sale Price / item

20% Off

Set of Two Rare Chairs in Shearling and Birch, Arttu Brummer, Finland, 1940s

Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa

Set of two chairs, design Arttu Brummer, Finland, 1940s. The chairs are from the University of

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Vintage 1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Sheepskin, Wool, Rattan, Birch

Set of Two Rare Chairs in Shearling and Birch, Arttu Brummer, Finland, 1940s

$7,698 / set

Set of Two Rare Chairs in Shearling and Birch, Arttu Brummer, Finland, 1940s

Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa

Set of two chairs, design Arttu Brummer, Finland, 1940s. The chairs are from the University of

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Vintage 1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Sheepskin, Wool, Rattan, Birch

Set of Two Rare Chairs in Shearling and Birch, Arttu Brummer, Finland, 1940s

$7,698 / set

Set of Finnish Modern "Apila" Pine Stools by Rauni Peippo, Oy Stockmann, 1950s

By Oy Stockmann AB

Located in Odense, DK

’ homes in a variety of spaces from offices, bathrooms to living rooms Finnish design is appreciated

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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Stools

Materials

Pine

Set of Finnish Modern "Apila" Pine Stools by Rauni Peippo, Oy Stockmann, 1950s

$5,388 / set

Finnish Mid-Century Chest of Drawers, Lahden Puujalostus Oy, c. 1950s

Located in Helsinki, FI

room really, being it a bedroom, kitchen, corridor, a hallway or a dining room. Finnish Design is

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Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Cupboards

Materials

Birch

Finnish Mid-Century Chest of Drawers, Lahden Puujalostus Oy, c. 1950s

$1,658

Modernist Bull Figurine by Viljo Mäkinen in Red Clay Brass, Finland 1960s

By Kupittaan Savi

Located in Helsinki, FI

A modernist red clay bull figurine by Finnish sculptor Viljo Mäkinen for Kupittaan Savi Oy, crafted

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Vintage 1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Clay

Modernist Bull Figurine by Viljo Mäkinen in Red Clay Brass, Finland 1960s

$805

Gunnel Nyman Glass Bowl with Air Bubbles, Finland, 1940s

By Gunnel Nyman

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Unique blown glass bowl, internally decorated with control bubbles, Its is an early piece designed

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Vintage 1940s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Blown Glass

Gunnel Nyman Glass Bowl with Air Bubbles, Finland, 1940s

$527

Pair Scandinavian Modern Isku Oy Finland Bent Plywood Birch Bedside Tables

By Isku

Located in Reading, Berkshire

family-owned business. The Finnish company designs and manufactures furniture, offering smart, innovative

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Vintage 1980s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Night Stands

Materials

Birch, Pine

Pair Scandinavian Modern Isku Oy Finland Bent Plywood Birch Bedside Tables

$5,326 / set

A Rut Bryk Karjalainen Talo Karelian House Blue Ceramic Wall Plaque, 1950s

By Arabia of Finland, Rut Bryk

Located in Helsinki, FI

, showcasing her ability to merge art and architecture. Bryk was also part of Finland’s mid-century design

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Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

A Rut Bryk Karjalainen Talo Karelian House Blue Ceramic Wall Plaque, 1950s

$14,022

Modernistic Mythical Horse Figurine by Viljo Mäkinen in Red Clay, Finland 1960s

By Kupittaan Savi

Located in Helsinki, FI

A modernistic red clay figurine by Finnish sculptor Viljo Mäkinen for Kupittaan Savi Oy, one of

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Vintage 1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Clay

Modernistic Mythical Horse Figurine by Viljo Mäkinen in Red Clay, Finland 1960s

$805

Large Mid-Century Modern Coat / Hat Rack in Birch, Vakiopuu, Finland 1950s

Located in Helsinki, FI

of Finnish mid-century design, functional yet decorative, and ideal for both vintage-inspired and

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Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Metal

Large Mid-Century Modern Coat / Hat Rack in Birch, Vakiopuu, Finland 1950s

$1,515

Greta Lisa Jäderholm-Snellman Table Lamp in Frosted Glass, Finland 1950s

By Iittala

Located in Helsinki, FI

Iittala, contributing to Finnish glass design and designer a wide range of table and floor lamps in glass

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Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Greta Lisa Jäderholm-Snellman Table Lamp in Frosted Glass, Finland 1950s

$1,705

Mid-Century Modern Itsu Minimalist Table Lamp Model EV 67, Finland 1950s

By Itsu

Located in Helsinki, FI

A minimalist mid-century modern table lamp, model EV 67, manufactured by Itsu in Finland in the

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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Itsu Minimalist Table Lamp Model EV 67, Finland 1950s

$2,818

Silver Necklace designed by Björn Weckström for Lapponia, 1960s

By Lapponia, Bjorn Weckstrom

Located in Delft, NL

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20th Century Finnish Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Silver

Silver Necklace designed by Björn Weckström for Lapponia, 1960s

$823

Bertel Gardberg, A Set of 5 Finnish Doughnut Stools in Pine, Normark 1960s

By Bertel Gardberg

Located in Helsinki, FI

A set of 5 "sauna" stools designed by Bertel Gardberg in Finland in the 1950s. The stools are

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Vintage 1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Stools

Materials

Pine

Bertel Gardberg, A Set of 5 Finnish Doughnut Stools in Pine, Normark 1960s

$10,066 / set

Tapio Wirkkala Velvet Art Glass Vase "Jäkälä" model 3516, Iittala 1950s Finland

By Iittala, Tapio Wirkkala

Located in Helsinki, FI

A beautiful art glass vase model 3516, designed by Tapio Wirkkala and manufactured by Iittala in

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Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Art Glass

Tapio Wirkkala Velvet Art Glass Vase "Jäkälä" model 3516, Iittala 1950s Finland

$935

Midcentury Collection of 3 Bird Carafes Iittala Timo Sarpaneva Finland, 1950s

By Timo Sarpaneva, Iittala

Located in Hillringsberg, SE

Nicely handcrafted art carafes produced by Iittala in 1956-1962 and designed by Timo Sarpaneva

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Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Glass

Midcentury Collection of 3 Bird Carafes Iittala Timo Sarpaneva Finland, 1950s

$1,954 / set

Lady Swedish Design Chairs in Original Upholstery, Asko Model 2303, 1950s

By Asko

Located in Helsinki, FI

additional fee. Asko, one of Finland’s most esteemed furniture producers, was celebrated for its commitment

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Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Birch

Lady Swedish Design Chairs in Original Upholstery, Asko Model 2303, 1950s

$5,305 / set

Ilmari Tapiovaara teak cutting board or serving tray for Artek, Finland, 1960s

By Ilmari Tapiovaara, Artek

Located in Forserum, SE

of a tree branch. Designed in the 1960s by Finnish architect Ilmari Tapiovaara for Artek, Finland

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Vintage 1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Teak

Ilmari Tapiovaara teak cutting board or serving tray for Artek, Finland, 1960s

$296

Modernistic Kai Ruokonen Ceiling Pendant in Brass and Orange, Finland 1970s

By Kai Ruokonen

Located in Helsinki, FI

A strikingly modernist ceiling pendant by Finnish designer Kai Ruokonen (Finnmark), featuring bold

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Vintage 1970s Finnish Space Age Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Modernistic Kai Ruokonen Ceiling Pendant in Brass and Orange, Finland 1970s

$1,989

Set of 10 Colourful Collectable Glass Birds by Oiva Toikka, Nuutajärvi, Finland

By Oiva Toikka, Nuutajärvi Notsjõ

Located in Helsinki, FI

iconic designs in Finnish glass history. He was known best for his variety of glass birds. His distinct

Category

Vintage 1980s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Art Glass

Set of 10 Colourful Collectable Glass Birds by Oiva Toikka, Nuutajärvi, Finland

$4,926 / set

Pair of Finnish Neoclassical Table Lamps, Cast Brass Green Onyx, Valinte 1970s

By Valinte Oy

Located in Helsinki, FI

Pair of Finnish Neoclassical-Style Table Lamps by Valinte, Model 24142, 1970s A refined pair of

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Vintage 1970s Finnish Neoclassical Table Lamps

Materials

Onyx, Brass

Pair of Finnish Neoclassical Table Lamps, Cast Brass Green Onyx, Valinte 1970s

$4,026 / set

Inno Basso M YA Swivel Chair Designed by Harri Korhonen

By Inno Interior OY

Located in New York, NY

Many different upholstery materials and frames available. Measures: Height 910 mm Width 530 mm Seat height 480 mm Depth 640 mm Weight: net 14,2 kgs Basso M YA pairs dignified ...

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2010s Finnish Chairs

Materials

Leather, Fabric

Inno Basso M YA Swivel Chair Designed by Harri Korhonen

$1,161 / item

Square metal pendant lamp by Shogo Suzuki for Orno, Finland 1960’s

By Shogo Suzuki, Orno Stockmann

Located in Den Haag, NL

1960's. It was designed after an exchange project between Finnish and Japanese designers. Shogo Suzuki

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Vintage 1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Square metal pendant lamp by Shogo Suzuki for Orno, Finland 1960’s

$532

Mid-Century Modern Pendant in Brass, Pine and Paper, Finland 1960s

Located in Helsinki, FI

A beautiful Mid-Century Modern Finnish ceiling lamp from the 1950s–60s. The pendant features a

Category

Vintage 1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Brass

Mid-Century Modern Pendant in Brass, Pine and Paper, Finland 1960s

$1,658

Lisa Johansson-Pape for Orno, Pair of 30-058 Floor Lamps, Finland 1940s

By Lisa Johansson-Pape

Located in Hyvinkää, FI

Lisa Johansson-Pape for Orno – Pair of Model ‘30-058’ Floor Lamps, Finland, 1940s Designed by Lisa

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Antique Mid-19th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

Lisa Johansson-Pape for Orno, Pair of 30-058 Floor Lamps, Finland 1940s

$19,541 / set

Lisa Johansson-Pape for Orno, Pair of 30-058 Floor Lamps, Finland 1940s

By Lisa Johansson-Pape

Located in Hyvinkää, FI

Lisa Johansson-Pape for Orno – Pair of Model ‘30-058’ Floor Lamps, Finland, 1940s Designed by Lisa

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

Lisa Johansson-Pape for Orno, Pair of 30-058 Floor Lamps, Finland 1940s

$21,909 / set

Monumental Rare Table Lamp by Architect Eino Schroderus, Koru Oy Finland 1920s

Located in Helsinki, FI

designer, known for his contributions to early 20th-century Finnish design and metalwork. A key figure in

Category

Vintage 1920s Finnish Arts and Crafts Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

Monumental Rare Table Lamp by Architect Eino Schroderus, Koru Oy Finland 1920s

$12,127

Mid-Century Modern Teak Wall Relief by K. Nykänen, Finland, 1972

Located in Helsinki, FI

abstract look, and torched afterward to give it depth and finish the beautiful design. Due to it's very

Category

Vintage 1970s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Teak

Mid-Century Modern Teak Wall Relief by K. Nykänen, Finland, 1972

$2,463 Sale Price

60% Off

Heikki Turunen Effect Series Table Lamp Model 940-404, Orno 1980s, Finland

By Orno Oy, Heikki Turunen

Located in Helsinki, FI

what Finnish design lamps would become. Orno made high quality lamps and produced lamps for major

Category

Vintage 1970s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Heikki Turunen Effect Series Table Lamp Model 940-404, Orno 1980s, Finland

$1,875

Customizable Inno Lab Y+C Swivel Armchair Designed by Harri Korhonen

By Inno Interior OY

Located in New York, NY

quilted seat with the elegantly understated metal armrests and a four-star base on casters. It is designed

Category

2010s Finnish Chairs

Materials

Leather, Fabric

Customizable Inno Lab Y+C Swivel Armchair Designed by Harri Korhonen

$1,380 / item

Delicate Pendant in Nickled Brass Glass 313/3 Antti Hakkarainen, Finland 1930s

By Taidetakomo Hakkarainen, Antti Hakkarainen

Located in Helsinki, FI

A beautiful and delicate Art Deco ceiling lamp, model 313/3, designed by Antti Hakkarainen in the

Category

Vintage 1930s Finnish Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Delicate Pendant in Nickled Brass Glass 313/3 Antti Hakkarainen, Finland 1930s

$4,500

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Finnish Design Furniture For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic piece of Finnish design furniture available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, wood and birch, every item from our selection of Finnish design furniture was constructed with great care. If you’re shopping for a choice in our collection of Finnish design furniture, we have 285 options in-stock, while there are 41 modern editions to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for newer or older items, there are earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. An object in our assortment of Finnish design furniture made by Scandinavian Modern designers — as well as those associated with Mid-Century Modern — is very popular. A well-made option in this array of Finnish design furniture has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Alvar Aalto, Inno Interior OY and Tapio Wirkkala are consistently popular.

How Much is a Finnish Design Furniture?

Prices for a piece of Finnish design furniture start at $175 and top out at $95,722 with the average selling for $2,220.

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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
A furniture designer is a professional who creates furniture. They begin with a concept and then produce sketches to capture their vision. Then, they create more detailed schematics that can be used to manufacture furniture. Some well-known furniture designers include Alvar Aalto, Charles and Ray Eames, Paul Frankl, Milo Baughman, Gio Ponti, Le Corbsuier, Ettore Sottsass, Paul Evans, Jules Leleu, Poul Kjærholm, George Nakashima, Eero Saarinen, Frank Lloyd Wright and Hans J. Wegner. Explore a large selection of furniture on 1stDibs.
What is modern furniture design?
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1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024
Modern furniture design is an overarching term for the new approach that designers began taking in the early 20th century. Many experts cite the Bauhaus movement as the start of the modern era. Its style was defined by the instructors and students at a progressive German art and design school founded by the architect Walter Gropius that operated from 1919 to 1933. In Bauhaus-style furniture, the school’s followers married industrial and natural materials in simple, geometric forms. The goal of the Bauhaus was to erase the distinction between art and craft while embracing the use of new technologies and materials. As the Bauhaus movement was emerging, so too was Art Deco. This iconic movement made an indelible mark on all fields of design throughout the 1920s and ’30s, celebrating society’s growing industrialization with refined elegance and stunning craftsmanship. Art Deco furniture makers respected the dark woods and modern metals with which they worked; they frequently incorporated decorative embellishments such as exotic animal hides as well as veneers in their seating, case pieces, living room sets and bedroom furniture. After World War II, modern design continued with the mid-century modern movement. The style is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Historians typically say that the modern approach to furniture design ended in the mid-1960s or early 1970s. Pieces made after that time may be called postmodern or contemporary. Shop a large collection of modern furniture on 1stDibs.
What do you call a person who designs furniture?
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1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024
What you call a person who designs furniture is simply a furniture designer. Some people may use the terms furniture designer and furniture maker interchangeably, but these words actually have different meanings. A furniture maker is a person or company that crafts furniture. In some cases, furniture makers may also be furniture designers. However, this isn't always the case. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of furniture.
What furniture did Eileen Gray design?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Eileen Gray was one of the leading pioneers of the modern movement in furniture and design. She was known for her tubular steel Bibendum Chair, a take on the Michelin Man. Shop a collection of Eileen Gray’s pieces from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What is the design of Cebu furniture by Kenneth Cobonpue?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
The design of Cebu furniture by Kenneth Cobonpue frequently features bold, dramatic lines that give the pieces a sculptural quality. Cobonpue favors natural materials and fabrics like rattan, abaca and hardwoods. You'll find a variety of Kenneth Cobonpue furniture on 1stDibs.
Who were the most famous mid-century modern furniture designers?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Some of the most famous mid-century modern furniture designers were Alvar Aalto, Charles and Ray Eames, Paul Evans, Poul Kjærholm, Florence Knoll, George Nakashima, Giò Ponti, Hans Wegner, Charlotte Perriand, Sergio Rodrigues and Eero Saarinen.
What material did Marcel Breuer introduce to modern furniture design?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
Marcel Breuer introduced the material of tubular steel to modern furniture design. He employed it in many of his chairs, tables and sofas, prizing the material because it minimized the weight of pieces without sacrificing their strength. Shop a range of Marcel Breuer furniture on 1stDibs.
Who designed tubular steel furniture with Mies van der Rohe?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Marcel Breuer designed tubular steel furniture with Mies van der Rohe. It was Breuer who came up with the idea for using the material as a base for chairs, tables and other furnishings after he became fascinated by the frame of his bicycle. You'll find a variety of vintage tubular steel furniture on 1stDibs.