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Svenskt Tenn Wall Mirror and Shelf Rattan Wicker Bamboo, Sweden, 1950s
By Svenskt Tenn
Located in Stockholm, SE
/ rattan / cane and bamboo. Mirror with new, replaced mirror glass and shelf with original glass top. Very
Category
Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Glass, Bamboo, Mirror, Rattan, Cane, Wicker
Ilmari Tapiovaara White
Rattan Floor Lamp Maya the Bee, Hienoteräs, Asko 1950s
By Asko, Hienoterä, Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in Helsinki, FI
rattan part around the stem. The shade and the brass parts are original, brass polished. The lamp is
Category
Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass, Aluminum
Rare Gunnel Nyman Brass
Rattan Floor Lamp Model No. 62043 by Idman, 1940s
By Idman Oy, Gunnel Nyman
Located in Helsinki, FI
A rare and beautiful floor lamp in brass (rattan on the stem) and rattan shade, designed by Gunnel
Category
Vintage 1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
Danish Dining Chairs 1960s Teak Niels Koefoeds Set of 4 Lis Hornslet Rattan Cane
By Niels Koefoed, Koefoeds Hornslet
Located in London, GB
A gorgeous, outstanding and extremely rare set of four Mid Century Danish teak and rattan dining
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cane, Rattan, Teak
Paavo Tynell Floor Lamp Model K10-13 for Idman circa 1950, Brass
Rattan
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Hägersten-Liljeholmen, Stockholms län
rattan which is orginal. The lamp is stamp by the editor Idman. The wood straw shade has been renovated
Category
Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
Scandinavia Modern Unique Ceramics
Rattan Table Lamp by Jette Hellerøe, 1970s
By Jette Hellerøe
Located in Odense, DK
. Mounted with a rattan shade.
While Hans J. Wegner, Kaare Klint and Finn Juhl led the way for the success
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Stoneware, Rattan
Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamp Model No. EN 40 with Rattan Shades, Itsu 1960s
By Itsu
Located in Helsinki, FI
A rare Itsu floor lamp, model EN 40, distinguished by its striking X-shaped brass frame. Featured in the 1962 Itsu catalogue, this sculptural lamp balances elegance and function with...
Category
Vintage 1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass, Metal
Pair of Floor Lamps in Brass, Cane and Rattan Shades by Paavo Tynell, 1950
s
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Information:
Material: Brass, cane and rattan shades
Style: Mid century, Scandinavian
Very rare pair of floor
Category
20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
Paavo Tynell Adjustable Ceiling Lamp Model 1968 in Rattan, Taito 1950s
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
rattan and fabric shade. The counterweight showcases Tynells genius by making the lamp suitable for
Category
Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Bamboo, Cane
Rattan Mirror, Sweden, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Very good condition.
Measure: Diameter 75 cm
Category
Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Brass
Alvar Aalto Tea Trolley / Bar Cart Model 900 for Artek. Birch and Rattan.
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Kansas City, MO
signs of use. Birch wood frame and rattan basket. Great mid century design. Functions perfectly
Category
Vintage 1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Carts and Bar Carts
Materials
Rattan, Birch
Mid-Century Modern Sizable Beige
Rattan Flush Mount, Model A2 Idman 1950s
By Idman Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
is stamped.
The lamp is made of metal parts, brass details, synthetic fabric and a rattan edge.
Category
Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Mauri Almari Table Lamp Model 61054 in Brass
Rattan, Idman, 1950s
By Mauri Almari, Idman Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
A beautiful and delicate brass table lamp designed by Mauri Almari and manufactured by Idman in the 1950s in Finland. Despite the small size of this lamp the combination of brass & w...
Category
Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Exceedingly Rare Paavo Tynell Floor Lamp 9603 White, Brass
Rattan, Taito 1950s
By Idman, Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
colour rattan stem, which is curved from the top is in beautiful condition. It has a white painted metal
Category
Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Iron, Brass, Aluminum
Paavo Tynell Floor Lamp Model K10-9
9628
in Full Brass
Rattan, Taito 1950s
By Taito, Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
A gracefully slim floor lamp with a solid brass shade and a rattan wrapped stem. This lamp
Category
Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
Folke Ohlsson Scandinavian Coffee Table "Frisco" for Brabohag Tingstroms Danish
By Folke Ohlsson
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Teak Scandinavian 1960s coffee table.
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Center Tables
Materials
Rattan, Teak
Elisabeth Loholt, Small Pitcher, Stoneware, Rattan, Denmark, 1950s
By Elisabeth Loholt
Located in High Point, NC
A black and white glazed stoneware and rattan decorative pitcher designed and produced by Elisabeth
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Pitchers
Materials
Stoneware
Swedish Designer, Adjustable Wall Light, Brass, Metal, Rattan, Sweden, C. 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable brass, metal and rattan wall light, designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s
Category
Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass, Metal
Paavo Tynell Table Lamp Model 5068, Brass, Wood
Rattan, Taito 1950s
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
moment.
All original parts except for the rattan shade. Electric wiring changed. Stamped Taito
Paavo
Category
Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
Hans Wegner RY-33 Teak, Steel, Oak
Rattan Sideboard Cabinet -Denmark 1960s
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Southampton, NJ
adjustable drawers to the right behind 2 monumental sliding teak and woven rattan doors with carved inset
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sideboards
Materials
Stainless Steel
Paavo Tynell Chinese Hat Floor Lamp 9602 in Brass and Rattan, Taito 1940s
By Taito, Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
still retains all of the original parts and is in a great patina, except for the rattan shade that has
Category
Vintage 1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass, Metal
Paavo Tynell Floor Lamp Model K10-9
9628
in Brass and Rattan, Idman 1950s
By Paavo Tynell, Idman Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
A gracefully slim floor lamp with a solid brass shade and a rattan wrapped stem. The lamp
Category
Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
Hans J. Wegner Danish Modern Daybed in Teak and Rattan GE7 Made at GETAMA, 1950s
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Odense, DK
patinated teakwood frame and woven cane / rattan back seat which reveals a hidden space for blankets
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Daybeds
Materials
Wool, Cane, Rattan, Teak
Oriental Blue Glass
Rattan Table Lamp K11-18, Maria Lindeman, Idman 1950s
By Maria Lindeman, Idman
Located in Helsinki, FI
. The rattan shade is of a later date. The lamp body is in it's original condition with the electric
Category
Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Teak and Rattan two tier
Minerva
Corner Table by Peter Hvidt and Orla Molgaard
By France
Søn, Hvidt
Mølgaard
Located in Little Burstead, Essex
A very nice clean example of this classic Scandinavian Modern design in great condition by Hvidt
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern End Tables
Materials
Rattan, Teak
Danish Rattan stoneware table lamp Søholm Stentøj Ceramic Organic Mid-Century
By Palshus, Einar Johansen, Soholm Pottery, Nils Kähler, Gunnar Nylund
Located in Brussels, Brussels
brown / beige with an impressed pattern. Rattan lampshade of the period in very nice state
Category
Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware, Rattan
Paavo Tynell
Propeller
Floor Lamp Model 9631 in Brass and Rattan, Taito 1950s
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
A very rare and one of the nicest floor lamps by Paavo Tynell. This model 9631 lamp got its propeller nickname from the shape of the leg. It is in great original condition straight f...
Category
Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
A Pair of Paavo Tynell Floor Lamps Model 9628 in Brass and Rattan, Taito 1950s
By Paavo Tynell, Taito
Located in Helsinki, FI
A pair of gracefully slim floor lamps with a solid brass shade and a rattan wrapped stem. These
Category
Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Pendant Light in Rattan and Opaline Glass and Copper , 1960s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
100cm.
Executed in rattan, opaline glass and copper. The pendant lamp comes with 1 x E27 / E26 Edison
Category
Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Paavo Tynell Raven Leg Floor Lamp model. 9615, White with Rattan, Taito Oy 1950s
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
. A beautiful floor lamp with a lacquered metal and rattan stem. All original parts excluding the
Category
Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
Lovely Mid-Century Modern Pendant Light made in Rattan and Brass , 1950s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Rare and lovely decorative Mid-Century Modern pendant lamp.
The lamp need 1x E27 / E26 Edison screw fit bulb, is wired, in working condition and runs both on 110 / 230 volt.
Light...
Category
Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Large Decorative Scandinavian Wood Plate Old Patina Circa 1960
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Large Decorative wood Plate in a brown color. Old and beautiful Patina.
Circa 1960
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dinner Plates
Materials
Rattan, Wood
Hans J. Wegner 1950s Danish Modern Daybed in Oak and Rattan "GE7" Made at GETAMA
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Odense, DK
patinated oak frame and woven cane / rattan back seat which reveals a hidden space for blankets, pillows etc
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Daybeds
Materials
Wool, Cane, Rattan, Oak
Paavo Tynell Table Lamp Model 5066, Perforated Brass, Rattan
Wood, Taito 1950s
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
brass round stand, a hard wooden leg and a beautiful clean lined light mahogany colour rattan shade. The
Category
Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Paavo Tynell
Nun
s Hat
Floor Lamp Model K10-10 in White
Rattan, Idman 1950s
By Idman Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
An iconic floor lamp model designed by Paavo Tynell himself for Idman in the 1950s. The lamp has sustained its original condition and glory and has an Idman stamp. The lamp has it's ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
Paavo Tynell Perforated Helmet Kypärä Table Lamp Model 9209 Brass
Rattan 1950s
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
One of the most iconic Tynell table lamp designs. This large and elegant table lamp nicknamed the `Helmet´ or `Kypärä´ in Finnish, is amongst the most collectable.
This particular la...
Category
Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Italian Rattan / Wicker Chair by Pierantonio Bonacina, 1990s
By Pierantonio Bonacina
Located in Copenhagen, DK
“Carmen” chair by Pierantonio Bonacina.
In great condition.
the chair has similarities to a bull - notice the top of the chair. looks exactly like the horns of the bull.
Category
1990s Italian Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wicker
Paavo Tynell Floor Lamp Model K10-10 in Red, Brass and Rattan, Idman 1950s
By Idman Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
An iconic floor lamp model designed by Paavo Tynell himself for Idman in the 1950s. The lamp has been repainted in red, as we have noticed the increased demand for this color, as an ...
Category
Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
Paavo Tynell Table Lamp Model 5068 in Brass, Birch and Rattan, Taito 1950s
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
lamp. The lamp is in original condition except for the rattan shade that is remade and the electric
Category
Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Rattan
Josef Frank, Wall Light, Brass, Rattan, Sweden, 1950s
By Svenskt Tenn, Josef Frank
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable brass and rattan wall light designed by Josef Frank and produced by Svenskt Tenn
Category
Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Set of Two Finnish Birch and Rattan Chairs Produced by Wilhelm Schauman
By Werner West
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Scandinavian Modern set of two rattan & birch chairs from the 1940s/1950s, produced by Wilhelm
Category
Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Rattan, Birch
$1,993 Sale Price
40% Off
Paavo Tynell Adjustable Ceiling Lamp model A1998 in Brass, White
Rattan, 1950s
By Taito-idman, Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
A beautiful adjustable lamp by Paavo Tynell that harmoniously combines many elements such as brass, wooden slats, plastic defuser, painted metal and the wirings.
The lamp has all ori...
Category
Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Lisa Johansson Pape Pair of Table Lamps Model 46-017, Glass
Rattan, Orno 1960s
By Lisa Johansson-Pape
Located in Hyvinkää, FI
shadows and adding depth and texture to the room. The lamp's design reflects Scandinavian simplicity and a
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Rattan, Glass
Danish Modern Dining Chairs by Ilse
Ove Six, Oakwood
Rattan Cane, 1960s
By Uldum Møbelfabrik, Ilse Rix
Located in Odense, DK
rattan cane seat adds warmth and texture, beautifully contrasting the smooth wood grain.
The gently
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cane, Oak
1970s, Danish side chest of drawers, teak wood, rattan, brass wheels, original.
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Danish side chest of drawers. Teak wood, rattan, and brass wheels. Original very good
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dressers
Materials
Brass
Trolley in Cane and Rattan by Robert Wengler, 1940
s
By Robert Wengler
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Trolley in Cane and Rattan by Robert Wengler, 1940's
Additional Information:
Material: Cane and
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Carts and Bar Carts
Materials
Cane, Bamboo
Lovely Mid-Century Modern Rattan Wicker Pendant Light, 1960s Italy
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Italy, 1960s.
The lamp can be adjusted up to 50cm height.
Executed in rattan and wood, the pendant
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Wicker
Mid Century Modern Vintage Rattan Wicker Beech Stool attr Tony Paul 1955 USA
By Tony Paul
Located in Vienna, AT
modern interiors as well as Scandinavian modern looks.
The rattan and beech wood stool shows wonderful
Category
Vintage 1950s North American Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Rattan, Beech
Poul Kjaerholm PK24 Rattan Steel Chaise Lounge Chair by E. Kold Denmark, 1960s
By E. Kold Christensen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in Stockholm, SE
A very rare and iconic Danish mid century modern "PK-24" masterpiece chaise lounge chair in brushed chromium plated steel with a woven cane seating and a dark brown leather cushion b...
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chaise Longues
Materials
Steel
danish modern TABLE LAMP teak and rattan 1960s mid century wicker light
Located in Mannheim, DE
lampshade is made of woven rattan. Holds one E27 bulb.
Dimensions in cm:
Height 53 cm, height of the shade
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Wicker, Teak
Lovely Mid-Century Modern Rattan Wicker and Wood Pendant Lamp, 1960s Italy
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Lovely Mid-Century Modern Rattan Wicker and Wood Pendant Lamp, 1960s Italy
The lamp can be
Category
Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Wood, Wicker
Hans-Agne Jakobsson "S-1871" Mid Century Floor Lamps in Metal
Rattan, 1950s
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in Stockholm, SE
A very rare set of four Swedish mid century floor lamps by Hans-Agne Jakobsson in light grey lacquered metal and sculptural cane shades produced by his own firm in Sweden around 1950...
Category
Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
1960s Fully Restored Hans J. Wegner model JH 512 Folding Chair New Rattan
Cane
By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen
Located in Knebel, DK
1960s fully restored Hans J. Wegner model JH 512 folding chair new rattan and cane.
Hans J
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Brass
1 of the 2 XL Glass Green Shaped Table Lamps with Rattan Lampshades R. Houben
By OTHR
Located in Rijssen, NL
its exceptional exclusive matching custom made rattan shade by Rene Houben in a green color with brown
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
1 of the 2 XL Glass Green Shaped Table Lamps with Rattan Lampshades R. Houben
By OTHR
Located in Rijssen, NL
its exceptional exclusive matching custom made rattan shade by Rene Houben in a green color with brown
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
1 of the 2 XL Glass Green Shaped Table Lamps with Rattan Lampshades R. Houben
By OTHR
Located in Rijssen, NL
its exceptional exclusive matching custom made rattan shade by Rene Houben in a green color with brown
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
1 of the 2 Extra Large Green Glass Shaped Table Lamps with Rattan Lampshades
By OTHR
Located in Rijssen, NL
A unique Minimalist timeless design. Each extra large glass table lamp features a green exceptional transparent shaped base with a solid walnut wooden foot with old brass accents and...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
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Scandinavian Rattan For Sale on 1stDibs
With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the Scandinavian rattan you’re looking for. Each Scandinavian rattan for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using natural fiber, rattan and wood. There are 293 variations of the antique or vintage Scandinavian rattan you’re looking for, while we also have 34 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without a Scandinavian rattan — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. Each Scandinavian rattan bearing Scandinavian Modern or Mid-Century Modern hallmarks is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one Scandinavian rattan that is appealing in its simplicity, but Hans J. Wegner, Alf Svensson and Bjästa Möbelfabrik produced versions that are worth a look.
How Much is a Scandinavian Rattan?
The average selling price for a Scandinavian rattan at 1stDibs is $3,589, while they’re typically $175 on the low end and $34,683 for the highest priced.
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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