Scandinavian Modern Chairs
SCANDINAVIAN MODERN STYLE
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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Style: Scandinavian Modern
Jacob Kielland-Brandt Dining Chair in Solid Pine
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Jacob Kielland-Brandt, dining chair, solid pine, Denmark, 1960s
This remarkable chair is designed by Danish designer Jacob Kielland-Brandt in the 1960s. It has a strong expression, ...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Pine
Hans J. Wegner Valet Chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Exquisite model JH-540 valet chair, designed by Hans J. Wegner for cabinetmaker Johannes Hansen. Originally designed for a king, no detail is overlooked in its craftsmanship. Sculptu...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Oak
$17,500
Set of Ten Danish Fully Restored Erik Buch Dining Chairs, Inc. Re-Upholstery
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of ten Danish fully restored Erik Buch dining chairs made by Oddense Maskinsnedkeri.
The chairs feature a solid teak frame and are as all of Erik Buchs chairs characterized by...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Teak
Kaare Klint KK47000 "Safari" Chair in Patinated Leather, Denmark, 1930s
By Kaare Klint
Located in Utrecht, NL
Kaare Klint’s “KK47000” Safari chair is a refined version of the chairs brought on an African safari by an American cinematographer and his wife. Klint noticed the chairs in the couple’s photos, and they were most likely based on Roorkhee Chairs, the seminal pieces of British campaign furniture used by the military...
Category
1930s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Set of Four Chairs, Antti Nurmesniemi for Helsinki Central Railway Station, 1970
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Set of four chairs, designed by Antti Nurmesniemi for Helsinki Central Railway Station, 1970s. Teak frame, later upholstered with alcantara -fabric. Good vintage condition, patina an...
Category
1970s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Teak
J104 Chair J Series , Black , Design by Jørgen Bækmark, for Hay
Located in Dubai, AE
Jørgen Bækmark’s J104 chair was designed as a cross between a dining chair and an easy chair,
HAY’s reproduction of this classic is crafted in solid beech with black color finish
M...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Latvian Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Beech, Plywood
Pair of 1940s Chairs in lambskin, Denmark
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Pair of chairs from the 1940s new upholstered with lambskin.
Frame of stained beech.
Category
1940s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Beech
$5,933 / set
Rey Chair Scarlet Red by Bruno Rey for Dietiker, in Collaboration with Hay
By Bruno Rey
Located in Dubai, AE
Based on the original Rey Collection designed by Swiss designer Bruno Rey in 1971, HAY has teamed up with Dietiker to relaunch the Rey Chair. With its distinctively rounded edges and curved backrest, it was the first chair to be patented with Dietiker’s unique screwless wood-to-metal connection and has become one of the most successful Swiss chairs of all time. Its solid construction, strength and stackable design give it a timeless quality that makes it suitable for using in a wide variety of domestic, public or corporate settings. The iconic chair...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Hungarian Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Beech, Plywood
Henning Kjærnulf Six Rosewood Dining Chairs
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Henning Kjærnulf six dining chairs, upholstered with brandy coloured smooth full grain aniline leather.
Made of partially solid rosewood.
Made by Bruno Hansen.
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
$3,797 / set
Danish Modern Sculptural Pair of Rocking Chairs Lambswool
Oak, Brutalism, 1950
Located in Odense, DK
This pair of sculptural rocking chairs, made in the 1950s by a skilled Danish cabinetmaker, embodies the Brutalist aesthetic with its bold design. Crafted from solid oak, the chairs ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Oak, Lambskin, Wool
6 Danish chairs in teak, caning and leather, model FD 187 Arne Vodder 1956.
Located in JOINVILLE-LE-PONT, FR
Magnificent Scandinavian dining chairs. The backrests are adjustable thanks to a clever brass mechanism. Designed in 1956, this piece was purchased from the Maison du Danemark (Champ...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Brass
Baia Green Chair by Kensaku Oshiro, Walnut, Leather
By Kensaku Oshiro, DK3
Located in Paris, IDF
'Baia' chair designed by Kensaku Oshiro for DK3.
Steel, leather and walnut
Dimensions: H 70 x 55 x 48 cm
Model shown on main picture:
Frame: Green
Wood: Walnut
Leather: Pelle
Fra...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
$2,136 / item
Göran Malmvall, Set
8
with Pine Chairs, Sportstugemöbler / Scandinavian Modern
Located in Stockholm, SE
Göran Malmvall (1917-2001), was born into the furniture & design industry. As the youngest son of the founder Karl Andersson of Karl Andersson & Sons/Söner. He studied at Carl Malmsten, which started a furniture making school 1930. Many designs of Malmvall are sometimes mistaken as Malmsten. Malmvall worked for his fathers company from an early age until 1982. Among his most known works are the Svensk Fur collection, Svitjod and the KA 72 cabinet series, which was designed in 1972.
These classic swedish pine chairs...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Pine
Set of Four Mid Century The Chair Model Chairs After Wegner
Located in New York, NY
Set of four mid century dining chairs made in the style of Hans Werner's iconic design known as The Chair. These chairs are well crafted and well proportioned, they are from the peri...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
$3,200 Sale Price
20% Off
Arne Jacobsen For Fritz Hansen Ash Series 7 Chair Model 3107
Located in Brooklyn, NY
One of the most iconic Scandinavian Modern chairs is the "Series 7" chair that was designed by Arne Jacobsen in 1955 and manufactured by Fritz Hansen in Denmark. These chairs bear th...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Set of Six W2 Dining Chairs by Hans Wegner
Located in Barcelona, ES
Set of six W2 chairs designed in 1953 by Hans Wegner for C. M. Madsen, Denmark. Solid teak wood and new upholstery with tan leather.
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
$9,019 / set
Fritz Hansen Lounge Chair Model #1672
By Fritz Hansen
Located in San Francisco, CA
Fritz Hansen lounge chair model #1672
A large scale lounge chair by Fritz Hansen upholstered in a luxurious red velvet with corded trim on bl...
Category
1930s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Oak
Set of Four Pine Chairs by Göran Malmvall, Sweden
Located in London, GB
A set of four simple pine chairs by Goran Malvall, Sweden.
The chairs have a nice design with a hand grip cut into the back posts; lots of character and patina which we have left as...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Pine
Mid-Century Lounge Chair Designed by Ib Madsen
Acton Schubell
Located in Lejre, DK
Lounge chair in leather, designed by Danish architects Ib Madsen & Acton Schubell.
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Beech
Pair of Easy Chairs in Aluminium and Leather by Arne Jacobsen, 1970
s
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Pair of Easy Chairs in Aluminium and Leather by Arne Jacobsen, 1970's
Additional Information:
Material: Aluminium and leather
Style: Mid century, Scandinavian
Rare pair of easy chai...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Kai Kristiansen Dining Chairs Scandinavian design mid century modern sculptural
Located in Dronten, NL
Rare matching all original set of 6 dining chairs in beautifully sculpted teak and black leather designed by Kai Kristiansen and produced by Oddensen Maskinsnedkeri in Denmark, circa...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
Pair of
Laila
Armchair in sheepskin by Ilmari Lappalainen, Finland, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Excellent condition. Newly reupholstered in honey colored sheepskin.
Listed price is for the pair.
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin
1970s Rud Thygesen and Johnny Sorensen Restored Conference Armchairs in Oak
Located in Knebel, DK
1970s Rud Thygesen and Johnny Sorensen restored customizable armchairs in oak
The comfortable 61 series stackable conference armchairs in laminated were designed by Rud Thygesen and...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Oak
Danish Modern Lounge Chair in Oak
Traditional Danish Olmerdug Wool, 1950s
Located in Odense, DK
Wonderful large Danish Modern lounge chair hand made by a cabinetmaker in Denmark in the 1950s. Great dramatic angles and proportions with carved wooden armrests and legs made of sol...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Wool, Oak
Hippo
Chair by Norr11, Black Oak, Brussels Velvet, Olive Green
Located in Paris, IDF
Hippo chair.
Signed by Kristian Sofus Hansen and Tommy Hyldahl for Norr11.
Model shown on the picture:
Wood: black oak.
Fabric: brussels velvet olive green 751.
Wood types availab...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Oak
Concrete Chair Jonas Bohlin, Sweden, 1980s
By Källemo, Jonas Bohlin
Located in Stockholm, SE
Concrete and steel. Designed in 1980. Produced by Källemo, Sweden, 1987. Signed.
Category
1980s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Concrete
Hippo
Bar Chair 75 by Norr11, Natural Oak, Barnum Bouclé col.3
Located in Paris, IDF
HIPPO Bar Chair
Signed by Kristian Sofus Hansen and Tommy Hyldahl for Norr11.
Model shown on the picture:
Wood: Natural Oak
Fabric: Barnum Bouclé 24
Bar C...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Wool, Oak
Pair of Easy Chairs in Oak and Natural Grain Leather by Børge Mogensen, 1960
s
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Pair of Easy Chairs in Oak and Patinated Natural Grain Leather by Børge Mogensen, 1960's
Additional Information:
Material: Oak, patinated natural grain leather
Style: Mid century, S...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Teak Wood
Fabric Dining Chair, 1960s, Set of 4
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This set of four elegant chairs was produced in Denmark during the 1960s. They are made of solid teak wood in a dark shade of brown. The seat and the backrest are upholstered with hi...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Teak
$1,921 Sale Price / set
41% Off
Set of 4 Chairs
Hippo
by Norr11, Light Smoked Oak, Barnum Bouclé Col.24
Located in Paris, IDF
HIPPO 4 Chairs
Signed by Kristian Sofus Hansen and Tommy Hyldahl for Norr11.
Model shown on the picture:
Wood: Light Smoked Oak
Fabric: Barnum Bouclé 024
Wood types availab...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Wool, Oak
Lounge Chair by Langlos Fabrikker AS Stranda Norway for Westnofa
Located in New York, NY
Rare example, high back lounge chair, made by P.I. Langlos Fabrikker AS Stranda Norway Westnofa. Solid teak frame supports tweed upholstered continuous seat and back. Arm height 20 i...
Category
Mid-20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
$2,240 Sale Price
20% Off
Swiss Modern Chair in Scandinavian Style, 1990s
Located in Debrecen, HU
This 1990s Swiss modern chair reflects the purity and functionality often associated with Scandinavian design. The curved molded plywood seat and back form a soft, organic silhouette...
Category
1990s Swiss Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
NON Rubber Chair
Located in Courbevoie, FR
If the comfort and credential of being in the permanent collection of the MoMA isn’t enough, I’m sure that the fact you can turn over this chair and show the credits to your friends ...
Category
2010s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Rubber
$949 / item
Niels Moller Model 62 Armchair, Rosewood
Leather Cord, 1960s
Located in London, England
Niels Moller - Model 62 Armchair in Rosewood & Woven Leather Cord, 1962
A fantastic example of Danish master Niels Moller's most iconic work: The Model 62 Armchair. The frame is mad...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Rosewood, Leather
Dining Chairs in Pine by Carl Malmsten, 1933
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Dining Chairs in Pine by Carl Malmsten, 1933
Additional Information:
Material: Pine
Style: Mid century, Scandinavia
Very rare dining chairs model Skedblad
Produced in Sweden
Dimensi...
Category
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Pine
$45,688 / set
Danish Modern Wingback Chair in Oak
Traditional Danish Olmerdug Wool, 1950s
Located in Odense, DK
Wonderful and large Danish Modern wingback chair hand made by a cabinetmaker in Denmark in the 1950s. Great dramatic angles and proportion...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Oak, Wool
Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard Nielsen 8 Teak Dining Chairs Model 316 for Soborg
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This set of 8 dining chairs model 316, was designed by Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard Nielsen for Søborg Møbelfabrik.
They are made from teak and feature the original paper cord.
...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Papercord, Teak
Four Danish Solid Brazilian Rosewood Dining Chairs
By Bruno Hansen
Located in Oakland, CA
Set of 4 Mid-Century rosewood dining chairs, 1958, Denmark. Handcrafted from solid Brazilian rosewood, the frames feature comfortable angled backrests and are upholstered in patinate...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Rosewood
$3,840 Sale Price / set
20% Off
8 Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen JH-503 Chairs in Walnut and Leather
Located in Los Angeles, CA
We are excited to offer 8 early Hans Wegner JH-503 chairs designed in 1949 and Produced by Johannes Hansen. Fully restored solid Walnut construction. Stamped with the maker's mark. C...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Niels Moller Model 57 Armchair, Rosewood
Papercord, 1959
Located in London, England
Niels Moller - Model 57 Armchair in Rosewood & Papercord, 1962
Rarely seen edition of this iconic design made from exquisite, highly figured rosewood. Designed by Niels Moller for h...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Papercord, Rosewood
Handcarved Swedish Primitive Wabi Sabi Stump Chair, Lambswool Seat, 1900s
Located in Odense, DK
An authentic primitive stump chair made in one piece of solid wood. Seat reupholstered in great quality shearling lambswool.
Hand carved by a Swedish...
Category
Early 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Lambskin, Sheepskin, Wood
Pair of Easy Chairs in Birch
Original Leather Webbing by Bruno Mathsson, 1968
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Pair of Easy Chairs in Laminated Birch and Original Leather Webbing by Bruno Mathsson, 1968
Additional Information:
Material: Laminated birch and original leather webbing
Style: Mid...
Category
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Birch
Set of 6TK1
2TK9 Betty Chairs, L Oak/Natural Webbing by Thau
Kallio for &T
By &Tradition
Located in Dubai, AE
Named after the Betty Nansen theatre in Copenhagen, the stackable chairs come in two versions: one with a seat made from exposed webbing crafted from natural linen fibres, and anothe...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Latvian Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Linen, Oak
Decorative White Painted Armchair, Wabi Sabi, Early 20th Century
Located in Odense, DK
A decorative antique tripod armchair with interesting shapes. A rare decorative object made in wood and painted white. Crafted by a cabinetmaker in Sweden ca 1900-1920. A true wabi s...
Category
Early 20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood
Egg Chair
, Model 3316, in Original Leather Upholstery by Arne Jacobsen, 1960s
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
'Egg Chair', Model 3316, in Original Leather Upholstery by Arne Jacobsen, 1960s
Additional Information:
Material: Leather and aluminium
Style: Mid Century, Scandinavian
'Egg Chair'
...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Scandinavian Modern Chair
Lavitta
by Poiat, Oak
By Poiat
Located in Paris, IDF
Lavitta Chair by Poiat
Designers: Timo Mikkonen & Antti Rouhunkoski
Collection Lavitta 2014
Model shown: Wood stain - Oak
Dimensions: D. 52 x W. 53 x H. 81
The Lavitta Chair is a modern classic that focuses on the sophisticated union of traditional wooden furniture with contemporary design.
Designed by Timo Mikkonen & Antti Rouhunkoski of Poiat Studio in 2014 as the first product for Poiat Furniture, the chairs are made of two pieces of moulded plywood...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Oak
Kaare Klint Deck Chair for Rud. Rasmussen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Kaare Klint deck chair in teak with brass fittings. Executed by Rud. Rasmussen.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Cane, Teak
Marta Blomstedt Pair of Easy Chairs in Sheepskin, Model Aulanko, Finland
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Pair of Märta Blomstedt easy chairs. Legs in stained ash and upholstered in sheepskin. Model designed for Hotel Aulanko, Finland, 1939.
The chairs are newly refinished an upholstere...
Category
1930s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Ash
Alvar Aalto Armchairs with Black Straps, Finland, 1960
s
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Austin, TX
Model 45 armchairs, designed in 1947 by Alvar Aalto and manufactured later by Artek. Beech frames and woven black nylon seat and back make a comfortable and sought after combination ...
Category
1960s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Nylon, Beech
$3,600 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Pair of Easy Chairs model CH-27 in Oak, Woven Cane by Hans Wegner, 1949
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Pair of Easy Chairs in Oak, Woven Cane by Hans Wegner, 1949
Additional Information:
Material: Oak, woven cane
Style: Mid century, Scandinavian
Rare pair of easy chairs model CH-27
P...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Oak, Cane
Pair of “Lufthavns Stole” Chairs by Ditte Heath and Adrian Heath, Denmark, 1969
Located in Utrecht, NL
This pair of armchairs from the “Series 186” is also known as the “Lufthavns-stole” (Airport chairs). The model was designed in 1969 for Cado Collection.
The aluminium frame is without a doubt the most dominant feature of these chairs. The sturdy frame is injection-moulded and polished to resist tear and wear. The overall look, with the exposed bolts and material recalls the modern industrial style. This is softened by the padded seats and backs that are upholstered in black leather, completing the elegant, modern look.
Functionality was evidently in the focus when designing the “186” series, which comprises of seven different parts that can be used in different combinations. The variety of modules enables them to fit into any space. These “Airport Chairs” are often claimed to be made by France & Son, however, in 1966 the company was sold to Poul Cadovius, thereafter known as Cado.
Condition:
In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. Reupholstered with black leather. Each of our items can be re-upholstered by our in-house atelier in a fabric of choice.
Dimensions:
25.39 in W x 30.90 in D x 29.72 in H; Seat Height 15.35 in
64,5 cm W x 78,5 cm D x 75,5 cm H ; Seat height 39 cm
About the designer:
Adrian Heath (1923-) is an architect who studied at The School of Architecture in London (1951) and was subsequently employed by Hvidt & Molgaard. Ditte...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
Nordiska Kompaniet
Hytte
Armchair in Solid Pine, Swedish Modern, 1940s
Located in The Hague, NL
This rare armchair was produced by the Swedish company Nordiska Kompaniet in the early 1940s. It belongs to the 'Hytte' series, which is documented in several NK catalogs and advertisements from the time.
The Hytte series was a continuation of Axel Einar Hjorth's Sportstugemöbler ("sports cabin furnishings"), a collection of pinewood furniture designed for country homes. After Hjorth, designer David Rosén carried on this style, creating several series for Nordiska Kompaniet.
Crafted entirely from pinewood, the chair features club-shaped, tapered legs connected by stretchers, a slatted and slightly curved backrest, and carved armrests. It is versatile and can be used as a desk chair or an elegant side chair.
The chair remains in completely original condition, with a natural and even patina on the pinewood. It shows minor wear consistent with age and use. One of the four furniture...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Pine
Set of ten Red Chair
dining chairs By Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen
By Kaare Klint
Located in Stockholm, SE
Set of Ten 'Red Chair' Dining Chairs by Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen, Denmark, 1928
This set of ten dining chairs, known as the Red Chair, was designed by Kaare Klint in 1928 for D...
Category
1920s Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Pair of Ilmari Tapiovaara Pirkka chairs, Laukaan Puu, Finland 1950s
Located in Helsinki, FI
The iconic Pirkka chair was designed by Ilmari Tapiovaara in the mid-1950s and produced by Laukaan Puu and later by Asko. It quickly became a favourite among modern furniture enthusi...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Pine
Mogens Lasssen Pair of Easy Chairs in Elm
Sheepskin, 1940s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Pair of Mogens Lassen easy chairs in honey coloured sheepskin, 1940s.
Price is for the pair of chairs.
Literature: Sigvard Bernadotte & Johs Lehm-Laursen, 'Dansk Boligkunst 1947', ...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Elm
Arne Jacobsen Oxford Armchair
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Arne Jacobsen Oxford chair five star base in black powder coated aluminum.
New upholstered with cognac vintage aniline leather
Made by Fritz Hansen.
Original designed for the Oxfo...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather
$2,136 / item
Hans Wegner vintage Wishbone CH-24 for Carl Hansen, 1970
s edition
Located in PARIS, FR
Hans Wegner Wishbone CH-24 for Carl Hansen, 1950, sold as a set of 4 and we have 6 in total. This iconic model also known as the "Wishbone chair" is in oak and Danish rope, designed ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Papercord, Oak
Pair of Danish Modern Lounge Chairs by Poul Volther for Frem Rolje
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional pair of mid century Danish modern lounge chairs designed by Poull Volther for Frem Role circa 1950's. These chairs are in very fine, original condition, showing only mino...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
$4,200 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Chair by C. A. Beijbom, 1970s
By CA Beijbom
Located in Stockholm, SE
A lovely and rare naturalistic shaped chair in elm.
Produced by C. A. Beijbom, 1970s, Sweden.
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Elm
Hippo
Bar Chair 75 by Norr11, Natural Oak, Barnum Bouclé col.3
Located in Paris, IDF
HIPPO Bar Chair
Signed by Kristian Sofus Hansen and Tommy Hyldahl for Norr11.
Model shown on the picture:
Wood: Natural Oak
Fabric: Barnum Bouclé 3
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Wool, Oak
Scandinavian Modern chairs for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Scandinavian Modern chairs for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage chairs created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, more furniture and collectibles, tables and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, animal skin and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Scandinavian Modern chairs made in a specific country, there are Europe, Scandinavia, and Denmark pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original chairs, popular names associated with this style include Hans J. Wegner, Fritz Hansen, Norr11, and Arne Jacobsen. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for chairs differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $70 and tops out at $83,516 while the average work can sell for $3,192.
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