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Edvin Öhrström "Ariel" Glass Bowl for Orrefors
By Orrefors, Edvin Öhrström
Located in Kastrup, DK
Edvin Öhrström 1906-1994.
A deep red and clear glass "Ariel" bowl for Orrefors.
Engraved signature to base Edvin Öhrström and Orrefors.
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Glass
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass
Danish Modern Tall Teak Bar Ice Bucket by Jens Quistgaard for Dansk
By Jens Quistgaard, Dansk
Located in San Diego, CA
accessory but also doubles as a sculptural accent, making it an ideal addition to any mid-century modern or
Category
Mid-20th Century Malaysian Scandinavian Modern Barware
Materials
Teak
Studio Pottery Bowl with Earth-Tone Glaze, Illegible Signature, 8” x 2”
Located in West Palm Beach, US
craftsmanship and individuality of mid-20th-century studio ceramics.
A versatile decorative accent, ideal for
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Pottery
Materials
Pottery
Michael Bang for Holmegaard Art Glass Sugar Bowl, Creamer Set
By Michael Bang, Holmegaard
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Beautiful Danish modern umber, warm caramel and milky white glass sugar bowl and creamer set. Designed by Michael Bang for Danish Holmegaard Glassworks manufactured in 1970. From the...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Glass
Materials
Glass, Art Glass
$443 Sale Price / set
25% Off
Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand Vase in Ceramics, Beautiful Glaze
Located in København, Copenhagen
Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand vase in ceramics.
Beautiful glaze.
In perfect condition. 2nd. factory
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases
Brown Ceramic Vase, Berndt Friberg, Gustavsberg - Mid 20th Century
By Gustavsberg, Berndt Friberg
Located in Stockholm, SE
Friberg is an icon in Swedish ceramics, renowned for his masterful craftsmanship and flawless glazes. Each
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Axel Salto for Royal Copenhagen. Mustard pot and small bowl in porcelain.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Axel Salto for Royal Copenhagen. Mustard pot and small bowl in white porcelain.
Dating: 1959/1961
Designed by Axel Salto in 1956.
In perfect condition.
First factory quality.
Mustard...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Axel Salto for Royal Copenhagen. Mustard pot and small bowl in white porcelain.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Axel Salto for Royal Copenhagen. Mustard pot and small bowl in white porcelain.
Dating: 1959/1961
Designed by Axel Salto in 1956.
In perfect condition.
First factory quality.
Mustard...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Carl Harry Stålhane for Rörstrand, Vase in Glazed Ceramics
Located in København, Copenhagen
in reddish brown shades. Mid-20th century.
Measures: 16 x 9.5 cm.
In excellent condition.
Signed
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Royal Holland Pewter and Teak Danish Coffee Pot 1960s KMD Tiel Daalderop
By Daalderop KDM Royal Holland
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Danish Modern Royal Holland KMD Tiel Daalderop Pewter and Teak coffee pot circa 1960.
Mid Century
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Scandinavian Modern Pitchers
Materials
Pewter
Carl Harry Stålhane for Rörstrand, Vase in Glazed Ceramics
Located in København, Copenhagen
.
Beautiful glaze in brown shades. Mid-20th century.
Measures: 17.5 x 8 cm.
In excellent condition.
Stamped
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Colourful Kaj Franck Bottle
Saara Hopea Liqueur Glasses, Nuutajärvi 1950s
By Kaj Franck, Nuutajärvi Notsjõ, Saara Hopea-Untracht
Located in Helsinki, FI
celebrated glass designer, a key figure in mid-20th-century Scandinavian design. Working for Nuutajärvi
Category
Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Glass
Materials
Glass
Carl Harry Stålhane for Rörstrand, Vase in Glazed Ceramics
Located in København, Copenhagen
in reddish-brown shades.
Mid-20th century.
Measures: 16.2 x 9.5 cm.
In excellent condition
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
MCM Sculpted Glass Ring Holder by Jens Quistgaard for Dansk
By Dansk, Jens Quistgaard
Located in San Diego, CA
adds glamour and style. Partial box included.
Mid-Century, Hollywood Regency, Art Deco, Eclectic
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Glass
Danish Teak Salt and Pepper Shakers
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
: Denmark
Year: 1960s
Style: Mid-Century Modern / Scandinavian / Danish Modern
Dimensions: 2.25
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Tableware
Materials
Teak
Lars Swane Unique Plate for Royal Copenhagen, Hand-Painted, 1954
Located in København, Copenhagen
Lars Swane unique plate for Royal Copenhagen. Hand-painted.
Sletten havn (harbour/port), 1954.
In good condition, 1st. factory quality.
Measures: 25.5 cm.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Porcelain
Large Family Size Pine Lazy Susan A superb large family size piece
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Large Family Size Pine Lazy Susan
A superb large family size piece with a carved drip groove all the way around the edge all in very smooth working order
The Stand is 1.5” tall and ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Centerpieces
Materials
Pine
8 Plates, Colorado Leafs, Rörstrand, Sweden, Carl-Harry Stålhane
By Stig Lindberg, Gustavsberg
Located in Stockholm, SE
Stålhane is one of the top names when it comes to Mid century Scandinavian Ceramics. He was the artistic
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Tableware
Materials
Porcelain
$520 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Swedish Art Deco Bronze Candleholder by GAB Featuring Female Nude, 1930s
By GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget
Located in Stockholm, SE
architectural design elements is emblematic of the Art Deco movement and Scandinavian craftsmanship of the era
Category
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Ashtrays
Materials
Bronze
$615 Sale Price
20% Off
Brown Ceramic Vase Gunnar Nylund - Rörstrand - Mid 20th Century
By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund
Located in Stockholm, SE
international museums. He is one of the most well know ceramicists in Scandinavia during the 20th century.
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
$369 Sale Price
20% Off
Jens Quistgaard JHQ Dansk Denmark Round Teak Ice Bucket
Located in Ferndale, MI
Round Danish Teak ice bucket . Designed by Jens Quistgaard JHQ for Dansk Designs . Clean original stamped Dansk Designs Denmark JHQ .
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Barware
Materials
Teak
Stunning Green Bowl - Gunnar Nylund - Rörstrand - Mid 20th Century
By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund
Located in Stockholm, SE
that he together with Nathalie Krebs established the ceramics workshop Saxbo in Denmark. In 1931
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Brown Ceramic Vase - Carl-Harry Stålhane - Rörstrand - Mid 20th Century
By Rörstrand, Carl-Harry Stålhane
Located in Stockholm, SE
to Mid century Scandinavian Ceramics. He was the artistic director of Rörstrand from 1950 until 1973
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases
Materials
Stoneware
Large Dansk Teak Ice Bucket by Jens H. Quistgaard
By Jens Quistgaard, Dansk
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dansk is one of the most beloved and celebrated makers of Mid-Century table and kitchenware
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Barware
Materials
Enamel
Brown Ceramic Vase - Carl-Harry Stålhane - Rörstrand - Mid 20th Century
By Rörstrand, Carl-Harry Stålhane
Located in Stockholm, SE
to Mid century Scandinavian Ceramics. He was the artistic director of Rörstrand from 1950 until 1973
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases
Materials
Stoneware
Set of 6 Cocktail Glasses by Kaj Franck for Nuutajärvi, Finland, 1950s
By Nuutajärvi Notsjõ, Kaj Franck
Located in Karis, Nyland
artisanal origin and mid-century craftsmanship.
Manufactured at Nuutajärvi, Finland’s oldest glassworks
Category
Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Glass
Materials
Glass
Large Tray in Teak by Johannes Aasbjerg, 1950
s
By Johannes Aasbjerg
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
century, Scandinavian
Produced by Aasbjerg & Ørtoft in Denmark
Dimensions (W x D x H): 77 x 19.5 x 3 cm
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Tableware
Materials
Teak
Large Tray in Teak by Johannes Aasbjerg, 1950
s
By Johannes Aasbjerg
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
century, Scandinavian
Produced by Aasbjerg & Ørtoft in Denmark
Dimensions (W x D x H): 77 x 19.5 x 3 cm
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Tableware
Materials
Teak
Large Blue Vase - Carl-Harry Stålhane - Rörstrand - Mid 20th Century
By Rörstrand, Carl-Harry Stålhane
Located in Stockholm, SE
-Harry Stålhane is one of the top names when it comes to Mid century Scandinavian Ceramics. He was the
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases
Materials
Stoneware
12 Colorful Modernist Knife Holders in Glass by Pukeberg Sweden
By Eva Englund
Located in Meer, VAN
Nice set of two original mid century sets of glass knife rests or card holders by Pukeberg Sweden
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Tableware
Materials
Glass, Art Glass
Brown Vase - Carl-Harry Stålhane - Rorstrand - Mid 20th Century
By Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand
Located in Stockholm, SE
Scandinavian Ceramics. He was the artistic director of Rörstrand from 1950 until 1973. His sheer and elegant
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Arne Jacobsen Flatware for Michelsen, Service for 12
By Arne Jacobsen, Anton Michelsen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Arne Jacobsen Stainless Steel Flatware for A. Michelsen. Design first came out in 1957. Nice large set! Service for 12 with 3 Large Serving Pieces. Very nice original condition t...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Tableware
Materials
Stainless Steel
Mari Simmulson for Upsala-Ekeby, Cylindrical Vase in Glazed Ceramics
Located in København, Copenhagen
Mari Simmulson (1911-2000) for Upsala-Ekeby. Cylindrical vase in glazed ceramics, mid-20th century
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Berte Jessen Faience Bird Dish for Royal Copenhagen, 1970s Denmark
By Berte Jessen
Located in Balen, BE
work is highly sought after by collectors and admirers of mid-century modern ceramics.
Features
Category
Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Kongo #32 by Evald Nielsen Danish 830 Silver Flatware Set Art Deco 78 Pcs Rare
By Evald Nielsen
Located in Big Bend, WI
Evald Nielsen, long-standing master of the Goldsmith's Guild of Copenhagen and one of the leading men behind the organizing of the Danish gold and silversmiths. Contrary to Georg Jen...
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver
Vicke Lindstrand for Upsala-Ekeby, Large Bowl in Glazed Ceramics
Located in København, Copenhagen
shades.
Mid-20th century.
Measures: 22.5 x 7.7 cm.
In very good condition.
Stamped.
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Ceramic
Georg Jensen Danish Sterling Ornamental Server Pie Spade
By Georg Jensen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Georg Jensen pie spade, from the Ornamental series, mark 58.
Beautiful old embossed post-1945 mark, for the aficionado.
Scratches to the surface, small unnoticeable pit to the vers...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Edith Sonne for Saxbo, Bottle-Shaped Vase in Glazed Ceramics
Located in København, Copenhagen
. Mid-20th century.
Measures: 25 x 8 cm.
In excellent condition.
Stamped.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Staved Teak Match Box Container with Lid by Ole Hansen
Located in San Diego, CA
A nice staved teak lidded match box / container by Ole Hansen, circa 1960s. The piece is super rare and measures 3"D x 5.25"H; it is in superb condition. and has been freshly oiled. ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Barware
Materials
Teak
Porcelain Bottle Vase Carl Harry Stålhane for Rörstrand
By Rörstrand
Located in Bishop
s Stortford, Hertfordshire
A stylish vintage Swedish art pottery bottle shaped vase designed by Carl Harry Ståhlane (1920-90) for Rörstrand. The porcelain bodied vase is of elegant rounded shape graduating to ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Pottery
Materials
Pottery
Conical Shaped Modern Stainless Steel Salt and Pepper Shakers by Pierre Forssell
By Pierre Forssell, Gense
Located in San Diego, CA
engraved with an 'S' and the pepper shaker with a 'P'. The set would make a great addition of mid-century
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Tableware
Materials
Stainless Steel
$120 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Huge Rörstrand Floor Vase in Ceramics by Gunnar Nylund
Located in København, Copenhagen
Huge Rörstrand floor vase in ceramics by Gunnar Nylund.
Measures: 54 cm. tall, diameter 18 cm.
In
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
MCM Sterling Silver "Argo" Cake Server by Magnus Stephensen for Georg Jensen
By Magnus Stephensen, Georg Jensen
Located in San Diego, CA
Minimalist MCM sterling silver "Argo" cake server by Magnus Stephensen for Georg Jensen, circa 1960s. The server is in very good vintage condition and measures 9"L x 2.75"W. . Hall...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Black Ceramic Vase - Carl-Harry Stålhane - Rörstrand - Mid 20th Century
By Rörstrand, Carl-Harry Stålhane
Located in Stockholm, SE
it comes to midcentury Scandinavian Ceramics. He was the artistic director of Rörstrand from 1950
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Black Ceramic Vase - Carl-Harry Stålhane - Rörstrand - Mid 20th Century
By Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand
Located in Stockholm, SE
it comes to midcentury Scandinavian Ceramics. He was the artistic director of Rörstrand from 1950
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Danish Modern Rare espresso Cup
Saucer Set Revontuli For Arabia of Finland
By Raija Uosikkinen, Arabia of Finland
Located in San Diego, CA
Single espresso cup and saucer very collectible a beautiful example of elegant danish Modern , Mid
Category
20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Wiwen Nilsson, a Pair of Screw Earrings, Sterling Silver
Located in København, Copenhagen
Wiwen Nilsson, a pair of screw earrings, sterling silver, Lund, Sweden, 1941-1956.
Measures: 2 cm.
Stamped.
In perfect condition.
Category
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Sterling Silver
Miniature Gray Bowl - Gunnar Nylund - 1940-1950s - Mid 20th Century
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in Stockholm, SE
know ceramicists in Scandinavia during the 20th century.
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Stoneware
Cubist Brass Ashtray Designed by Bäckström
Ljungberg, Beck
Jung, Sweden
By Holger Bäckström
Bo Ljungberg
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Bäckström & Ljungberg “Ultima 9” brass ashtray by Diverse Ting, Malmø Sweden 60s
A vintage Ljungberg & Bäckström “Ultima 9” ashtray in solid brass. Made for Diverse Ting and designe...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Ashtrays
Materials
Brass
Jens Quistgaard Dansk Danish Teak Ice bucket
By Dansk, Jens Quistgaard
Located in Ferndale, MI
Square lidded Danish Teak ice bucket . Designed by Jens Quistgaard JHQ for Dansk Designs . Clean original stamped Dansk International Designs LTD JHQ Denmark .
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Barware
Materials
Plastic, Teak
Pierre Forsell Shot Glasse Plated in 24k Gold for Skultuna Sweden 1960 Signed
By Pierre Forssell
Located in Paris, FR
Midcentury Scandinavian shot glasses ''Supkopp'' in 24 karats gold plating designed by Pierre
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Gold Plate
Bronze Tray by Sven Larsson, 1950
s
By Sven Larsson
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Bronze Tray by Sven Larsson, 1950's
Additional Information:
Material: Bronze
Style: Mid century
Category
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Tableware
Materials
Bronze
Pewter Tray by Ulla Fogelklou-Skogh, 1949
By Ulla Fogelklou-Skogh 1
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
century, Scandinavian
Produced by Ystad metall in Sweden
Dimensions (W x D x H): 40 x 40 x 4 cm
Condition
Category
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Tableware
Materials
Pewter
Original blue glass ashtray by Per Lütken for Holmegaard, Denmark, 1962
By Holmegaard, Per Lütken, Per Lutken for Holmegaard
Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI
Wonderful heavy glass ashtray designed by Per Lütken and produced by Holmegaard in Denmark in the 1962. High quality 1960s Danish production of handmade glass.
The bowl is in very g...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Ashtrays
Materials
Art Glass
Small Figural Glass Decanter by Erik Hoglund for Boda Glassworks
By Boda, Erik Höglund
Located in San Diego, CA
A super rare small figural glass decanter by Erik Hoglund for Boda Glassworks of Sweden, circa 1960s. The decanter is in very good condition with the exception of a small chip on the...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Pitchers
Materials
Glass
$300 Sale Price
20% Off
Rosenthal Studio Line, Wiinblad, Six Persons Coffee Service
Located in København, Copenhagen
Rosenthal studio line, Wiinblad. Six persons coffee service with floral decoration, consisting of six coffee cups, six saucers, six dessert plates and coffee pot.
In perfect conditi...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Tableware
Danish Modern Teak
Plastic Ice Bucket by Laurids Lonborg
By Laurids Lonborg
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An amazing teak ice bucket with black plastic accents by Laurids Lonborg of Denmark. Bucket has a plastic inner liner. In very good vintage condition with very light wear consistent ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Barware
Materials
Plastic, Teak
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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
- Emerged in the 1930s
- Scandinavian design and Nordic design originated primarily in Denmark, Sweden, Finland, Iceland and Norway
- Introduced in the United States in mid-20th century
- Informed by the Bauhaus; influenced American mid-century modernism
CHARACTERISTICS OF SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Bold, clean lines and simple, sturdy symmetries
- Use of natural materials — native woods such as pine, ash and beech
- Open, airy spaces
- Promotion of functionality
- Emphasis on craftsmanship; rooted in cabinetry profession and traditional construction techniques
- Minimal ornamentation (little to no embellishment)
- A neutral or light color palette owing to prominence of light woods
SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
- Alvar Aalto
- Hans Wegner
- Kaare Klint
- Arne Jacobsen
- Greta Magnusson Grossman
- Finn Juhl
- Arne Vodder
- Verner Panton
ICONIC SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
VINTAGE SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS
The gentle, organic contours that are typical of Scandinavian design appear in the furnishings and decor created by Danish, Finnish and Swedish designers not as a stylistic gesture, but rather as a practical, ergonomic — and, as importantly, elegant — response to the human form.
Each nation produced exceptional talents in all areas of the applied arts, yet each had its forté. Sweden was home to Greta Magnusson Grossman and Bruno Mathsson — creators of the classic Grasshopper lighting series and Berlin daybed, respectively — but the country excelled most notably at ceramics. In the 1920s at the great Gustavsberg porcelain manufactory, Wilhelm Kåge introduced pieces in the Scandinavian style based on influences from folklore to Cubism; his skills were passed on to his versatile and inspired pupils Berndt Friberg and Stig Lindberg.
Likewise, Finland produced a truly ingenious Scandinavian modern furniture designer in the architect Alvar Aalto, a master at melding function and artistic form in works like the Paimio chair, created in collaboration with his first wife, Aino. Yet Finnish glassware was pre-eminent, crafted in expressive, sculptural designs by Tapio Wirkkala and Timo Sarpaneva.
The Danes excelled at chairs. Hans Wegner and Arne Jacobsen were exemplars of the country’s facility with wood, particularly teak.
Wegner created such iconic pieces as the Round chair and the Wishbone chair; Jacobsen — while the revolutionary architect and furniture innovator produced the best-selling plywood Ant chair — designed two classic upholstered pieces of the 1950s: the Swan chair and Egg chair. The list of great Danes could go on and on, including Finn Juhl, a stylistic maverick and maker of the bold Chieftain chair; Poul Kjaerholm, with his lean metal-and-rattan aesthetic; and Verner Panton, who introduced a vibrant Pop note into international design.
Today, decades after their heyday, the prolific, ever-evolving Scandinavian modernists continue to amaze and delight, and interior designers all over the world use their pieces to bring warmth to any given space.
On 1stDibs, you will note both instantly recognizable vintage Scandinavian modern chairs, sofas, rugs and tables — those that have earned iconic status over time — and many new discoveries.
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