Scandinavian Modern Sectional Sofas
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
Finnish Designer, Sofa, Velvet, Wood, Finland, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A yellow velvet and wood sofa designed and produced in Finland, c. 1940s.
Dimensions: 30” H x 67” W x 40” D
Seat Height (inches): 14.75"
Arm Height (inches): 22.63"
All items shi...
Category
1940s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Contemporary
Jagger
Sofa by Norr11, Lounge, Setup 3, Customizable
Located in Paris, IDF
JAGGER Sofa, Lounge version
Modular sofa: create your own configuration using all available modules.
Configuration shown on main image:
Modules: 2 x Half Circle + 12 x Double Corner
Fabric: Barnum Bouclé col.24
Available as both a lounge and dining sofa...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Scandinavian Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Foam
Basil Corner Sofa with ottoman, linen
cotton woven fabric, oak feet
Located in SWARZĘDZ, PL
This sofa brings together thoughtful detailing, high-quality materials, and genuine comfort. The side cushions are finished with decorative double stitching, a subtle accent that und...
Category
2010s Polish Scandinavian Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Cotton, Linen, Foam, Oak
Contemporary Sofa
Retreat
by Monica Förster X Fogia, Grace Beige (Setup 3)
By FOGIA, Monica Förster
Located in Paris, IDF
Contemporary "Retreat" Sofa designed by Monica Förster for Fogia.
Materials :
- Frame : Solid wood
- Legs : Solid oak and Nozag springs
- Seat : Wood board
foam
- Backrest : ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Polish Scandinavian Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Oak
Contemporary
Jagger
Sofa by Norr11, Dining, Setup 1, Customizable
Located in Paris, IDF
JAGGER Sofa, Dining version
Modular sofa: create your own configuration using all available modules.
Configuration shown on main image:
Modules: 16 x Single + 16 x Curve
Fabric: Barnum Bouclé col.24
Available as both a lounge and dining sofa...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Scandinavian Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Foam
Hans Hopfer for Neue Wiener Werkstätte Modular
Castell
Sofa with Side Tables
By Hans Hopfer
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans Hopfer for Wiener Werkstätte 'Castell' modular sofa and tables, glass, metal, fabric, ash, Austria, design 1972, later production
Stunning and sizable modular sofa designed by ...
Category
1970s Austrian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Fabric
Contemporary
Reposé
Sofa by Norr11, Setup 4, Alpaca, Customizable
Located in Paris, IDF
Contemporary 'Reposé' Sofa by Tommy Hyldahl & Kristian Sofus Hansen for Norr11
Modular sofa: create your own configuration using all available modules.
Configuration shown on main...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Scandinavian Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Foam
Contemporary
Reposé
Sofa by Norr11, Setup 3, Alpaca, Customizable
Located in Paris, IDF
Contemporary 'Reposé' Sofa by Tommy Hyldahl & Kristian Sofus Hansen for Norr11
Modular sofa: create your own configuration using all available modules.
Configuration shown on main...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Scandinavian Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Foam
Hans Jørgen Frydendal for Modul Bygge System Corner Sofa in Solid Pine
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans Jørgen Frydendal for Modul Bygge System, corner sofa, solid pine, fabric, Denmark, 1960s
Hans Jørgen Frydendal created a sofa that directs all focus towards the inherent qualit...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Pine
Contemporary
Jagger
Sofa by Norr11, Lounge, Setup 1, Customizable
Located in Paris, IDF
JAGGER Sofa, Lounge version
Modular sofa: create your own configuration using all available modules.
Configuration shown on main image:
Modules: 6 x Soft Curve + 5 x Corner
Fabric: Barnum Bouclé col.24
Available as both a lounge and dining sofa...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Scandinavian Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Foam
Contemporary
Reposé
Sofa by Norr11, Setup 1, Alpaca, Customizable
Located in Paris, IDF
Contemporary 'Reposé' Sofa by Tommy Hyldahl & Kristian Sofus Hansen for Norr11
Modular sofa: create your own configuration using all available modules.
Configuration shown on main...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Scandinavian Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Foam
Contemporary
Reposé
Sofa by Norr11, Setup 2, Alpaca, Customizable
Located in Paris, IDF
Contemporary 'Reposé' Sofa by Tommy Hyldahl & Kristian Sofus Hansen for Norr11
Modular sofa: create your own configuration using all available modules.
Configuration shown on main...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Scandinavian Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Foam
Danish Designer, Corner Sofa, Elm, Fabric, Denmark, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
An elm and light-grey fabric corner sofa or bench designed and produced by an unknown Danish cabinetmaker, c. 1940s.
Light discoloration present throughout wooden frame.
Reupholst...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Elm
Yrjö Kukkapuro for Haimi
Ateljee
Sectional Sofa in Black Leather
By Yrjö Kukkapuro, Haimi
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Yrjö Kukkapuro for Haimi Finland, modular sofa, leather, metal, wood, Finland, 1963
This streamlined sectional sofa is characterized by a simplistic, natural and modernist aesthetic...
Category
1960s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Metal
Swedish Modern Oversized Sofa, Sweden, 1930s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Elegant, oversized Swedish Modern sofa, in a U-formed design, slightly shorter on one end. Mahogany veneer encircles the sides and inside. Upholst...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Mahogany
Swiss Grand Modular Sofa in Brown Fabric
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Modular sofa, fabric, wood, Switzerland, 1960s
This generous modular sofa from 1960s Switzerland is composed of eleven individual elements, allowing for versatile configurations to ...
Category
1960s Swiss Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Fabric
Studio
Sofa by Norr11, Modular Sofa, Setup 9, White
By Norr11
Located in Paris, IDF
STUDIO sofa by Kristian Sofus Hansen & Tommy Hyldahl for Nor11
Measures: setup 9 modules : 1X LOUNGE LARGE ARMREST SHORT LEFT, 1x CORNER, 1x SMALL, 1x MEDIUM, 1x OTTOMAN, 1x ARMREST
Measures: D 96/130 CM / H 70 CM / SH 47 CM
Model shown: Cat 2. Barnum boucle 24 (White)
Modular sofa: assemble different modules to create your composition
Wide range of fabrics and colors
CAT 1: Grain, Fame, Megan
CAT 2: Barnum, Breeze Fusion
CAT 3: Fiord, Hallingdal, Savanna, Zero, Steelcut Trio, Moss, Safire, Ultra
CAT 4: Baru, Envy
CAT 5: Dunes, Spectrum, Terra
Introducing Studio, the newest sofa landscape in the NORR11 collection - a tribute to a timeless era of the 70s and its expressive aesthetics. Featuring a versatile but simple system of modules, appearing in limitless options to form numerous settings, shapes and styles to adhere to all types of environments. Whether for a small living setting or spacious public site.
Studio is defined by its bold fluted upholstery characteristics inspired by late 1970s sofa styles...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Foam
$17,888 / item
Mayor Sofa Model AJ5 By Arne Jacobsen
Flemming Lassen From 1990s
Located in Lejre, DK
The Mayor sofa, model AJ5, is a beautiful and iconic piece of furniture designed by Arne Jacobsen and Flemming Lassen in 1939. The sofa is known for its ele...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Wool, Oak
$3,628 Sale Price
23% Off
Contemporary Sofa
Retreat
by Monica Förster X Fogia, Ritz-5647 (Setup 1)
By FOGIA, Monica Förster
Located in Paris, IDF
Contemporary "Retreat" Sofa designed by Monica Förster for Fogia.
Materials :
- Frame : Solid wood
- Legs : Solid oak and Nozag springs
- Seat : Wood board
foam
- Backrest : ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Polish Scandinavian Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Oak
Contemporary Lounge Sofa
Retreat
, Monica Förster X Fogia, Ritz-4700 (Setup 5)
By Monica Förster, FOGIA
Located in Paris, IDF
Contemporary "Retreat" Sofa designed by Monica Förster for Fogia.
Materials :
- Frame : Solid wood
- Legs : Solid oak and Nozag springs
- Seat : Wood board
foam
- Backrest : ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Polish Scandinavian Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Oak
Contemporary Sofa
Retreat
by Monica Förster X Fogia, Grace Mole (Setup 4)
By FOGIA, Monica Förster
Located in Paris, IDF
Contemporary "Retreat" Sofa designed by Monica Förster for Fogia.
Materials :
- Frame : Solid wood
- Legs : Solid oak and Nozag springs
- Seat : Wood board
foam
- Backrest : ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Polish Scandinavian Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Oak
Contemporary Sofa
Retreat
by Monica Förster X Fogia, Barnum-2 (Setup 1)
By Monica Förster, FOGIA
Located in Paris, IDF
Contemporary "Retreat" Sofa designed by Monica Förster for Fogia.
Materials :
- Frame : Solid wood
- Legs : Solid oak and Nozag springs
- Seat : Wood board
foam
- Backrest : ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Polish Scandinavian Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Oak
Ole Gjerlov-Knudsen
Torben Lind
Moduline
Leather Seating Set, 1962
Located in Los Angeles, CA
wonderful sofa set 'Moduline' designed by Ole Gjerlov Knudsen & Torben Lind, manufactured by France & Son, Denmark 1962. This modular set contains four seating elements, (two of whic...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Contemporary Sofa
Retreat
by Monica Förster X Fogia, Vidar-0472 (Setup 1)
By Monica Förster, FOGIA
Located in Paris, IDF
Contemporary "Retreat" Sofa designed by Monica Förster for Fogia.
Materials :
- Frame : Solid wood
- Legs : Solid oak and Nozag springs
- Seat : Wood board
foam
- Backrest : ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Polish Scandinavian Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Oak
Contemporary Sofa
Retreat
by Monica Förster X Fogia, Ritz-Trend-3701 (Setup 1)
By Monica Förster, FOGIA
Located in Paris, IDF
Contemporary 'Retreat' Sofa designed by Monica Förster for Fogia.
Materials :
- Frame : Solid wood
- Legs : Solid oak and Nozag springs
- Seat : Wood board
foam
- Backrest : ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Polish Scandinavian Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Oak
Contemporary
Jagger
Sofa by Norr11, Dining, Setup 2, Customizable
Located in Paris, IDF
JAGGER Sofa, Dining version
Modular sofa: create your own configuration using all available modules.
Configuration shown on main image:
Modules: 1 x Half circle + 1 x Double + 11 x Double Corner
Fabric: Barnum Bouclé col.24
Available as both a lounge and dining sofa...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Scandinavian Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Foam
Contemporary Sofa
Retreat
by Monica Förster X Fogia, Ecriture-0240 (Setup 1)
By Monica Förster, FOGIA
Located in Paris, IDF
Contemporary "Retreat" Sofa designed by Monica Förster for Fogia.
Materials :
- Frame : Solid wood
- Legs : Solid oak and Nozag springs
- Seat : Wood board
foam
- Backrest : ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Polish Scandinavian Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Oak
Contemporary
Jagger
Sofa by Norr11, Lounge, Setup 2, Customizable
Located in Paris, IDF
JAGGER Sofa, Lounge version
Modular sofa: create your own configuration using all available modules.
Configuration shown on main image:
Modules: 1 x Half Circle + 3 x Double Corner + 4 x Double + 6 x Corner
Fabric: Barnum Bouclé col.24
Available as both a lounge and dining sofa...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Scandinavian Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Foam
Contemporary
Jagger
Sofa by Norr11, Dining, Setup 3, Customizable
Located in Paris, IDF
JAGGER Sofa, Dining version
Modular sofa: create your own configuration using all available modules.
Configuration shown on main image:
Modules: 1 x Half circle + 1 x Single + 8 x...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Scandinavian Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Foam
Sofa by Peter Opsvik, Norway
By Peter Opsvik
Located in Long Island City, NY
A "Globe" Sofa designed by Peter Opsvik,( b.1939.) for Stokke Møbler, 1986-1988. Norway. Three-seat sofa with black-varnished wood frame. Cushions upholstered in colored leather. Rem...
Category
Late 20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Leather
Contemporary Sofa
Retreat
by Monica Förster X Fogia, Karakorum-001 (Setup 1)
By FOGIA, Monica Förster
Located in Paris, IDF
Contemporary "Retreat" Sofa designed by Monica Förster for Fogia.
Materials :
- Frame : Solid wood
- Legs : Solid oak and Nozag springs
- Seat : Wood board
foam
- Backrest : ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Polish Scandinavian Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Oak
Contemporary Sofa
Retreat
by Monica Förster X Fogia, Safire-0001 (Setup 1)
By FOGIA, Monica Förster
Located in Paris, IDF
Contemporary "Retreat" Sofa designed by Monica Förster for Fogia.
Materials :
- Frame : Solid wood
- Legs : Solid oak and Nozag springs
- Seat : Wood board
foam
- Backrest : ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Polish Scandinavian Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Oak
Contemporary Sofa
Retreat
by Monica Förster X Fogia, Grace Beige (Setup 4)
By Monica Förster, FOGIA
Located in Paris, IDF
Contemporary "Retreat" Sofa designed by Monica Förster for Fogia.
Materials :
- Frame : Solid wood
- Legs : Solid oak and Nozag springs
- Seat : Wood board
foam
- Backrest : ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Polish Scandinavian Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Oak
Contemporary Sofa Retreat
by Monica Förster X Fogia, Grace Beige (Setup 2)
By FOGIA, Monica Förster
Located in Paris, IDF
Contemporary "Retreat" Sofa designed by Monica Förster for Fogia.
Materials :
- Frame : Solid wood
- Legs : Solid oak and Nozag springs
- Seat : Wood board
foam
- Backrest : ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Polish Scandinavian Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Oak
Studio
Sofa by Norr11, Modular Sofa, Setup 12, White
By Norr11
Located in Paris, IDF
STUDIO sofa by Kristian Sofus Hansen & Tommy Hyldahl for Nor11
Measures: setup 12 modules : 1x lounge large armrest short right, 1x large, 1x ottoman, 1x armrest
Measures: D 96/130 CM / H 70 CM / SH 47 CM / W 353 cm
Model shown: Cat 2. Barnum boucle 24 (White)
Modular sofa: assemble different modules to create your composition
Wide range of fabrics and colors
CAT 1: Grain, Fame, Megan
CAT 2: Barnum, Breeze Fusion
CAT 3: Fiord, Hallingdal, Savanna, Zero, Steelcut Trio, Moss, Safire, Ultra
CAT 4: Baru, Envy
CAT 5: Dunes, Spectrum, Terra
Introducing Studio, the newest sofa landscape in the NORR11 collection - a tribute to a timeless era of the 70s and its expressive aesthetics. Featuring a versatile but simple system of modules, appearing in limitless options to form numerous settings, shapes and styles to adhere to all types of environments. Whether for a small living setting or spacious public site.
Studio is defined by its bold fluted upholstery characteristics inspired by late 1970s sofa styles...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Foam
$12,283 / item
Vintage Scandinavian Modern Khaki Hopsacking 4 Piece Modular Sofa Made in Sweden
Located in Topeka, KS
Awesome vintage Scandinavian Modern khaki hopsacking fabric 4-piece modular sofa made in Sweden. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that this is vintage and not new so will have si...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Foam, Wood
Scandinavian Designer Ottoman
Located in Paris, FR
This ottoman is made of sustainable birch plywood using CNC cut with innovating waste efficiency technology. We are using the highest quality woods with natural non-toxic glues and premium eco-friendly fabrics. This piece is assembled and finished by professional craftsmen.
It comes with one removable pillow with customizable color options.
And it can be beautifully added to the sofa we present as well.
Materials
Wood: Birch Plywood I Finish: Dark grey tainted & Natural, Matte
Fabric: Wool I Kvadrat Fabrics - Divina Melange 3 Colors
We offer free shipping to Europe...
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Birch
Scandinavian Modern sectional sofas for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Scandinavian Modern sectional sofas 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 sectional sofas created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, fabric and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Scandinavian Modern sectional sofas 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 sectional sofas, popular names associated with this style include Asko, Cado, Flemming Lassen, and France
Søn. 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 sectional sofas differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $1,741 and tops out at $25,394 while the average work can sell for $7,200.
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