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Intermezzo by National Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 31 Pcs Scandinavian
By National Silver Company 1
Located in Big Bend, WI
Intermezzo by National sterling silver flatware set with Scandinavian-style design, 31 pieces. This
Category

Mid-20th Century Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Kaj Franck Mid-Century Enamel Tea Pot Kettle, Finel Arabia, Finland
By Raija Uosikkinen, Kaj Franck
Located in Vienna, AT
A lovely Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern enameled teapot / kettle from the 1960s. Designed by Kaj
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Tea Sets

Materials

Metal, Enamel, Iron

Scandinavian Modern Ceramics by EGO Stengods, Sweden 1970s
By Bruno Karlsson, Ego Stengods
Located in Barcelona, ES
Set consisting of two ceramic bird figures and one ceramic vase, all manufactured at EGO Stengods (1966-1988) in Lidköping, Sweden 1970s. Vase hand-thrown and signed "BK" for Bruno ...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

1950s Tropic Decor Ceramic Dome And Plate
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Decorative vintage Danish midcentury modern handmade ceramic lidded plate / cheese dome in warm brown, blue and green colors. Hand-painted women, mountain landscapes, small houses an...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery, Stoneware

Sculpture Springare Designed by Stig Lindberg for Gustavsberg
By Stig Lindberg
Located in Stockholm, SE
The “Springare” by Stig Lindberg is a refined ceramic sculpture from Sweden’s mid‑20th‑century
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Vintage 1940s Scandinavian Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Boho Original Willow Studio Pottery Tile
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
popular Scandinavian folk art aesthetic of the Mid-Century period. The piece features two heavily stylized
Category

Mid-20th Century American Folk Art Ceramics

Materials

Pottery

Vintage Boho Love Birds Original Studio Pottery Tile
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
high-relief studio pottery. A superb example of Mid-Century decorative arts, the design features
Category

Mid-20th Century American Minimalist Ceramics

Materials

Pottery

Vintage Enameled Cast Iron Bowl and Cup Set – Timo Sarpaneva Style, Mid-Century
By Timo Sarpaneva
Located in Bochum, NRW
with cohesive form and scale. A must-have for collectors of mid-century Scandinavian design, modernist
Category

Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Serving Bowls

Materials

Iron

Vintage Boho Original Studio Pottery Viking Ship Tile
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
textural high-relief studio pottery, exhibiting a strong influence of Scandinavian design from the Mid
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Mid-20th Century American Rustic Ceramics

Materials

Pottery

Arthur Percy for Gullaskruf, Huge Opaline Glass Art Glass Vase
Located in København, Copenhagen
. Sweden, mid-20th century. In perfect condition. Unstamped.
Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Glass

Mid-Century Modern Molded Teak Japanese 9 Bottle Capacity Wine Rack
By Alvar Aalto
Located in San Diego, CA
A very cool design and rare vintage molded teak, 9 bottle capacity wine rack, retains old made in Japan label.
Category

20th Century Japanese Scandinavian Modern Wine Coolers

Materials

Teak

Series of 6 Vintage Scandinavian Ceramic Cups by the Höganäs Keramik Factory
By Höganäs Keramik
Located in AIGNAN, FR
Series of 6 ceramic cups by the Swedish manufacturer Höganäs Keramik dating from the 70s. With their modern shape and mineral hue, this set will be perfect in a natural, refined a...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Tableware

Materials

Ceramic

Birger Kaipiainen, Very Large Ceramic Plate, Plums and Berries, Arabia 1970s
By Birger Kaipiainen, Arabia
Located in Helsinki, FI
contrast to the minimalist ideals prevalent in the mid-20th century. In the 1960s, Kaipiainen began
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Vintage 1970s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Ceramics

Materials

Metal

Göran Wärff for Pukeberg, Set of 10 Unique Blue-Green "Tropico" Shot Glasses
Located in København, Copenhagen
-20th century. In perfect condition. Measuring: H 7.5 x D 6.5 cm.
Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Glass

Materials

Glass

Gunvor Olin-Grönqvist for Arabia Kosmos Tea Service for 4, Finland 1962-1976
By Arabia of Finland, Gunvor Olin-Grönqvist, Arabia
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
. Gunvor Olin-Grönqvist (1928–2005) was one of Finland’s leading ceramic artists in the 20th century. She
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery, Stoneware

Danish Studio Ceramic Vase, Style of Axel Salto
By Axel Salto
Located in NYC, NY
Danish ceramic artist Axel Salto. Unmarked, Scandinavian and mid-20th century.
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Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Signed Kosta Boda, Vicke Lindstrand Art Glass Bowl
Located in København, Copenhagen
very good condition. Sweden mid-20th century.
Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Glass

Set of Iceland Lava Ceramic Plates by Ragnar Kjartansson of Glit Pottery, 1960s
By Ragnar Kjartansson, Glit
Located in Andernach, DE
Set of 2 beautiful Scandinavian ceramic plates by Ragnar Kjartansson (1923-1989) of Iceland
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Mid-20th Century Icelandic Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Monica Bratt for Reijmyre, 9 Glasses in Blue Mouth Blown Art Glass
Located in København, Copenhagen
Monica Bratt for Reijmyre. 9 Glasses in blue mouth-blown art glass. Swedish design, mid 20th
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Glass

Materials

Art Glass

Monica Bratt for Reijmyre, Four Wine Glasses in Blue Mouth Blown Art Glass
Located in København, Copenhagen
-20th century. Measures: 11 x 8.7 cm. In excellent condition.
Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Glass

Materials

Art Glass

Monica Bratt for Reijmyre, Four Shot Glasses in Blue Mouth Blown Art Glass
Located in København, Copenhagen
20th century. Measures: 9 x 4 cm. In excellent condition.
Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Glass

Materials

Art Glass

Michael Bang for Holmegaard. Two Palet Bowls in Light Blue Mouth Blown Art Glass
Located in København, Copenhagen
Michael Bang for Holmegaard. Two Palet bowls in light blue mouth-blown art glass. Mid-20th
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Glass

Materials

Art Glass

Swedish Glass Artist, Organically Shaped Vase in Violet and Clear Art Glass
Located in København, Copenhagen
stripes. Swedish design, mid 20th century. Measures: 25 x 8 cm. In excellent condition.
Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Glass

Materials

Art Glass

1960/70s Danish Large turquoise Ceramic Platter by Kähler
By Herman August Kähler
Located in Frederiksberg C, DK
: 6 cm (2.4 in). Kähler Ceramics Workshop Kähler is a renowned Danish ceramics brand with roots
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Late 20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Figgjo Flint: a set of 12 breakfast plates, Turi design tor Viking, Norway
By Figgjo Flint
Located in Zemst, BE
typical midcentury design item in scandinavian design. Made in Norway marked on the bottom of each piece
Category

20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Five-Piece Glassware, Decanter and Cocktail/Lemonade Glass "Strict, " Bengt Orup
Located in København, Copenhagen
Five-piece glassware, decanter and cocktail / lemonade glass "Strict", Bengt Orup, Johansfors. Designed in the 1952. Measures: Height 30 cm. glass 18 cm. In excell...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Glass

Mid-Century Modern Danish Designed Teak Tray by Jens Quistgaard Made by Dansk
By Jens Quistgaard, Dansk
Located in London, GB
A Mid-Century Modern (Scandinavian Modern) Danish teak tray designed by Jens Quistgaard for Dansk
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Teak

Sven Palmqvist for Orrefors, Sweden. Three art glass bowls in crystal glass.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Sven Palmqvist for Orrefors, Sweden. Three art glass bowls in crystal glass. Mid-20th century
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Glass

Materials

Crystal

Rare Carl-Harry Stålhane Blue Stoneware Vase in Harfur Glaze, Rörstrand, 1950s
By Rörstrand, Carl-Harry Stålhane
Located in The Hague, NL
the 20th century. Stålhane enjoyed a 40-year career at Rörstrand ceramics and established his own
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Ceramics

Materials

Cast Stone

Set of 6 Salt Glaze Shot Glasses Cups, American Studio Art Pottery 1970s
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Century Modern, Collected, Japandi, Scandinavian Modern, Modern Country, or Contemporary.
Category

20th Century American Organic Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery

Friedl Holzer-Kjellberg for Arabia, Finland, Five Arabia Bowls in Porcelain
Located in København, Copenhagen
. Mid-20th century. Signed. In excellent condition. Dimensions: D 7.0 x H 4.0 cm.
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Friedl Holzer-Kjellberg for Arabia, Four Sets of Mocha Cups and Saucers
Located in København, Copenhagen
grain porcelain. Mid-20th century. Signed. In excellent condition. Cup: 7.0 cm. without handle x 4.5
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Friedl Holzer-Kjellberg for Arabia, Three Sets of Mocha Cups and Saucers
Located in København, Copenhagen
rice grain porcelain. Mid-20th century. Signed. In excellent condition. Cup: 7.0 cm. without handle
Category

Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Set of 6 Salt Glaze Footed Glasses Cups, American Studio Art Pottery 1970s
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
, Mid Century Modern, Collected, Japandi, Scandinavian Modern, Modern Country, or Contemporary.
Category

20th Century American Organic Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery

Rare Lisbeth Munch Petersen Porcelain Vase, Bing Grondahl
Located in København, Copenhagen
Rare Lisbeth Munch Petersen porcelain vase, Bing & Grondahl. Narrow neck. Denmark, mid-20 century
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Porcelain

Edit Bjurström for Rörstrand, Sweden, Four Boy Figures, Blanc De Chine
Located in København, Copenhagen
porcelain, Sweden, mid-20 century. Marked. In perfect condition. factory 1st. Measures: Largest
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Porcelain

Stoneware lidded jar by Birte Weggerby
By Birte Weggerby
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Unique earthenware lidded jar with incisions and turquoise blue and black glaze. Signed 'Weggerby 62'.
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Stig Lindberg Gustavsberg Studio, Art Pottery Vase
Located in København, Copenhagen
Stig Lindberg (1916-1982), Gustavsberg Studio, art pottery vase. Dimensions 13 x 9 cm. Beautiful oxblood glaze. In perfect condition.
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Pottery

Mid-century Danish Leather Basket Paper Bin by Torben Ørskov Co, ca 1960s
By Werkstätte Carl Auböck, Torben Orskov, Børge Mogensen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
more minimalist Scandinavian approach in line with the design of Børge Mogensen, Hans J. Wegner, Bruno
Category

Late 20th Century English Arts and Crafts Wine Coolers

Materials

Leather, Cotton

Bing Grondahl B&G Number 1648 the Brothers "Tom Willy"
Located in København, Copenhagen
Bing & Grondahl B&G number 1648 the brothers "Tom & Willy". Measures: 19.5 cm. 1st. factory quality. In perfect condition.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Porcelain

Unique Gerd Bøgelund/Bogelund for Royal Copenhagen Bowl in Rice Porcelain
Located in København, Copenhagen
. Measures 20 x 12 cm. In perfect condition. 1st. factory quality.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Porcelain

Saxbo, Large Ceramic Dish or Bowl, Beautiful Brown Glaze
Located in København, Copenhagen
Saxbo, large ceramic dish or bowl, beautiful brown glaze. Yin yang stamp. Model No. 66. In perfect condition. Measures: 23 x 4.5 cm.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Pottery

Lars Swane for Royal Copenhagen, Unique Sample Plate
Located in København, Copenhagen
Lars Swane for Royal Copenhagen, unique sample plate. Hand-painted landscape. In perfect condition, 1st. factory quality. Measures: 19 cm.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Porcelain

Art Pottery Vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand
Located in København, Copenhagen
Art pottery vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand. "Eterna" with decoration in relief. Measures: 21 cm. In perfect condition.
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Pottery

Gunnel Nyman for Nuutajärvi. Two vodka glasses in clear art glass.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Gunnel Nyman for Nuutajärvi Two vodka glasses in clear art glass with decoration in form of bubbles. Unsigned. Measures: 5 cm. x 4.5 cm. In perfect condition.
Category

Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Glass

Materials

Art Glass

Set of 6 SAAP Danish Modern Rosewood Turned Wooden Knife Rest by Michael Bloch
By Dansk, Michael Bloch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Modern design! Date: Mid-20th Century Overall Condition: They are in overall good, as-pictured, used
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Tableware

Materials

Rosewood

John Gulbrandsrød for Nils Hansen / Oslo Sølvvareverksted, Polar Lunch Set
Located in København, Copenhagen
830, for three people. Mid-20th century. Consisting of three lunch forks, three lunch knives, three
Category

Mid-20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Tableware

Materials

Silver

Nittsjö Sweden, Erik Mornils - Ceramic Vase Swedish modern
By Nittsjo Keramik
Located in Stockholm, SE
-20th century, particularly for producing high-quality ceramics that were in tune with modern
Category

Vintage 1930s Swedish Art Deco Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Monica Bratt for Reijmyre, Four Plates in Blue Mouth-Blown Art Glass
Located in København, Copenhagen
Monica Bratt for Reijmyre. Four plates in blue mouth-blown art glass. Mid-20th century. Diameter
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Tableware

Materials

Art Glass

Monica Bratt for Reijmyre, 10 Plates in Blue Mouth Blown Art Glass
Located in København, Copenhagen
Monica Bratt for Reijmyre. 10 plates in blue mouth-blown art glass. Wavy design. Mid-20th century
Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Tableware

Materials

Art Glass

Vintage Dansk Danish Modern Rare Woods Cocobolo Ice Bucket by Jens Quistgaard
By Dansk, Jens Quistgaard
Located in Philadelphia, PA
. Fully marked to the base. Simply wonderful Danish Modern design! Date: Mid-20th Century Overall
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Barware

Materials

Plastic, Cocobolo

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Cypres Six Serving / Soup / Dessert Spoons
Located in København, Copenhagen
Georg Jensen sterling silver cypres six serving / soup / dessert spoons. Mid-20 century
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sterling Silver

Four Royal Copenhagen / Aluminia Confetti Mocha Cups with Saucers
Located in København, Copenhagen
gold. Mid-20th century. The cup measures: 6.8 x 5 cm. Saucer diameter: 12 cm. In excellent condition
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Tableware

Materials

Faience

Royal Copenhagen / Aluminia Confetti Mocha Cup with Saucer and Sugar Bowl
Located in København, Copenhagen
with interior gold. Mid-20th century. The cup measures: 6.8 x 5 cm. Saucer diameter: 12 cm. In
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Tableware

Materials

Faience

Three Royal Copenhagen / Aluminia Confetti Mocha Cups with Saucers
Located in København, Copenhagen
interior gold. Mid-20th century. The cup measures: 6.8 x 5 cm. Saucer diameter: 12 cm. In excellent
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Tableware

Materials

Faience

Monica Bratt for Reijmyre, Five Glasses in Blue Mouth-Blown Art Glass
Located in København, Copenhagen
Monica Bratt for Reijmyre. Five glasses in blue mouth-blown art glass. Swedish design, mid 20th
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Tableware

Materials

Art Glass

Hans Hansen Silver Cutlery, Large "Susanne" Serving Spoon in Sterling Silver
Located in København, Copenhagen
-20th century. Measures: 20.5 cm. In perfect condition. Stamped.
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

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Mid 20th Century Scandinavian Ceramics For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of mid 20th century Scandinavian ceramics available on 1stDibs. The range of distinct mid 20th century Scandinavian ceramics — often made from ceramic, metal and silver — can elevate any home. There are all kinds of mid 20th century Scandinavian ceramics available, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. Mid 20th century Scandinavian ceramics are generally popular furniture pieces, but Scandinavian Modern, Mid-Century Modern and Art Deco styles are often sought at 1stDibs. Mid 20th century Scandinavian ceramics have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Georg Jensen, Bing Grøndahl and Jens Harald Quistgaard are consistently popular.

How Much are Mid 20th Century Scandinavian Ceramics?

Prices for mid 20th century Scandinavian ceramics start at $25 and top out at $48,318 with the average selling for $500.

A Close Look at Scandinavian Modern Furniture

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.