Scandinavian Modern 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
Mid Century Danish Modern Folke Ohlsson Sofa
Located in Tulsa, OK
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Mid Century Danish Modern Folke Ohlsson Colorado...
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1960s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
Danish Designer, Sofa, Wood, Fabric, Denmark, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
An off-white bouclé fabric and dark-stained wood sofa designed and produced in Denmark, 1940s.
Seat height: 14”
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
1960s, Danish design, Aage Christiansen for Erhardsen
Andersen, 2 seater sofa.
Located in Tarm, 82
1960s, Danish design by Aage Christiansen for Erhardsen & Andersen, Nykøbing Mors. 2 seater sofa model "Matador" in original very good condition: no smells and no stains. Quality bla...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Teak
$2,280 Sale Price
20% Off
1960s, Danish 4-seater sofa, original light green furniture velour.
Located in Tarm, 82
1960s, Danish 4-seater sofa. Original light green furniture velour, ash wood legs, springs in the seat. Original good condition: no smells, no stains and stable construction. Slightl...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Ash
1960s, 3-seater Danish sofa, green cotton/wool furniture fabric, solid oak wood.
Located in Tarm, 82
1960s, 3-seater Danish sofa. Original green cotton/wool furniture fabric, solid oak wood, springs in the seat and back. Original good condition: no smells, no stains and stable const...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Wool, Oak
Peter Hvidt
Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Oversize Minerva Sofa by France
Son
Located in Highland, IN
Finely crafted by France & Søn, this rare, extra large version of the Minerva sofa or daybed has a frame of solid teak with steel fittings and comfortable spring cushions which have ...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
Danish Mid Century Wooden
Wool Sofa attributed to Kaare Klint, 1950s
By Kaare Klint
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare Danish mid century three seater sculptural sofa with a stained pine wooden base and light green wool fabric upholstery and cushions attributed to Kaare Klint produced in Denmark...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Wool, Pine
1960s, 3-seater Danish sofa, green furniture wool, original condition.
Located in Tarm, 82
1960s, 3-seater Danish sofa. Original green furniture wool, beech wood legs. Original very good condition: no smells, no stains and stable construction. Brass springs in the seat. Ma...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Wool, Beech
1940’s Danish Curved Sofa
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Turners Falls, MA
1940’s curved Danish sofa. Original upholstery. Birch legs.
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Birch
Midcentury Swedish Sofa "Ilona" by Arne Norell
Located in Karlstad, SE
This striking "Ilona" sofa was designed by renowned Swedish designer Arne Norell and produced during the 1970s. Constructed from stained beech wood, the frame features Norell’s hallm...
Category
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Beech
$6,532 / item
Swedish Designer, Sofa, Wood, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
An organic red fabric and wood sofa designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Dimensions: 36.25” H x 73.5” W x 31.25” D
Seat Height: 16.25”
All upholstered furniture can be reup...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
1970s, Danish 2-seater sofa, original salmon pink furniture velour, beech wood.
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Danish 2-seater sofa. Original salmon pink furniture velour, springs in the seat, beech wood legs. Original very good condition: no smells, no stains and stable construction. ...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Beech
Folke Ohlsson for Dux ‘Passadena’ Sofa in Grey Upholstery and Walnut
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Folke Ohlsson for Dux, sofa model ‘Passadena’, walnut, fabric, Denmark, 1960s
This sofa is characterized by a splendid design that epitomizes a simplistic, natural and timeless aest...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Danish Midcentury Organic Shaped Channel Back Sofa ca 1940
s
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Beautiful Danish three-seat sofa from the 1940s. Similar stance and proportions and seen in Mogens Lassen's iconic designs with his signature rounded armrests but the piece is unmark...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Beech, Wool
1960s, Scandinavian design by Arne Norell, sofa, model "Kontiki", original.
Located in Tarm, 82
1960s, Scandinavian design by Arne Norell. 3 seater sofa, model "Kontiki" in original very good condition: no smells and no stains. Camel brown leather, beech wood, brass straps buck...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass
$5,344 Sale Price
25% Off
Danish Designer, Sofa, Velvet, Wood, Denmark, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A green velvet and wood sofa designed and produced in Denmark, 1940s.
Seat Height (inches): 14.75”
Arm Height (inches): 23.63"
All items ship from High Point, North Carolina.
Category
1940s Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Poul Kjærholm PK-31/3 Sofa Produced by E. Kold Christensen in Denmark
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare sofa model PK-31/3 designed by Poul Kjærholm. Produced by E. Kold Christensen in Denmark.
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel
Cushman Furniture, Sofa, Wood, Fabric, USA, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A wood and white fabric sofa produced by Cushman Furniture, USA, c. 1940s.
Reupholstered in brand new fabric.
Seat Height (inches): 16.5"
Arm Height (inches): 22"
All items ship ...
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1940s American Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Børge Mogensen Two-Seat Sofa
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen two-seat sofa original upholstered with black leather.
Legs of oak.
Model 2322, made by Fredericia Furniture.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Oak
$2,850 Sale Price
20% Off
Hippo
Upholstered Sofa by Norr11, Zero, Black
Located in Paris, IDF
'Hippo' Sofa full upholstered
Signed by Kristian Sofus Hansen and Tommy Hyldahl for Norr11.
Model shown on the picture:
Fabric: Sahco Zero 10
Fabric: large variety available
Sof...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Wool
$6,175 / item
Curved Three Seat Sofa in the style of Otto Schulz
By Otto Schulz, Boet
Located in Stockholm, SE
Luxurious, voluminous sofa in an inviting, curved shape with mustard yellow upholstery. In the style of Otto Schulz. Seat height 43 cm.
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Cotton, Wood
Swedish Designer, Sofa, Velvet, Wood, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A yellow velvet and wood sofa designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1930s.
Seat Height (inches): 16.25"
Arm Height (inches): 24.63"
All upholstered furniture can be reupholstered up...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Danish Modern Solid Teak "Minerva" Daybed / Sofa by Peter Hvidt for John Stuart
Located in San Diego, CA
An absolutely gorgeous Danish modern solid teak "Minerva" daybed / sofa by Peter Hvidt for John Stuart, circa 1960s. The piece is in very good original vintage condition with a brigh...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Teak, Chenille
$3,400 Sale Price
20% Off
Sheepskin Samspel Sofa by Carl Malmsten, 1956
Located in London, England
Carl Malmsten 'Samspel' sofa
This iconic piece of Swedish furniture was designed in 1956 by master cabinetmaker Carl Malmsten. It was produced by AB Record in Bollnas, Sweden. Thi...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Sheepskin, Beech
Kaare Klint Sofa Model 5011 Original Cognac Leather for Rud Rasmussen Denmark
Located in WIJCKEL, NL
Three-seater sofa model 5011 in original leather and eight-legged ash base. Produced by Rud. Rasmussen Cabinetmakers, Denmark. Minor marks on the frame, patina to the leather.
Shown at the Copenhagen Cabinetmakers’ Guild exhibition in 1935.
Kaare Klint is widely recognized as the father of Danish modern design. It is hard to overstate his influence. He developed an entirely new analytical approach to furniture design that his students at the Danish Academy of Art would emulate for years to come, yet was also inspired by historic designs from various cultures, modernizing and re-interpreting classic pieces for new generations.
Literature: Gorm Harkær, Klintiana: “Kaare Klint”, vol.2, pg 94.
Kaare Klint (1888-1954) is regarded as the founding father of Danish Modernim. As an architect, furniture designer and leading professor at the Department of Furniture Design at the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts, Copenhagen, Klint established the principles of modern Danish furniture by combining a profound appreciation of traditional construction techniques with a modernist emphasis on function and a rejection of ornaments.
Klint’s design was always based on relentless research; he never compromised. Every piece had to fulfill its purpose, be completely clear in its construction with dimensions and proportions corresponding to the human body and display materials and craftsmanship of the highest quality. Logic, often using a mathematical system of measures, and a constructive way of thinking were the foundation of Klint’s philosophy of furniture design. Like many of his contemporaries, counting Le Corbusier and Walter Gropius, he advocated standardization and functional requirements and dismissed the use of all ornamentation. But Klint realized his vision in wood and leather, using traditional craftsmen and working methods and often finding inspiration in historical models. In this way, he charted the course for an alternative Nordic Functionalism that idealized the workshop and the collaboration between furniture architects and cabinetmakers as opposed to the factory.
Kaare Klint’s first major work was a collaboration with his mentor, the architect Carl Petersen. In 1914 they were commissioned to design furniture and fixtures for Faaborg Art Museum. One of the highlights to emerge from this commission was the Faaborg chair, a light and elegant chair with clear references to classical furniture. The construction and proportions of an 18th century English Chippendale...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Ash
Sofa in Rosewood and Original Brown Leather by Illum Wikkelsø, 1960
s
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Sofa in Rosewood and Original Brown Leather by Illum Wikkelsø, 1960's
Additional Information:
Material: Rosewood and original brown leather
Style: Mid century, Scandinavian
Very rar...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Rosewood, Leather
1970s, Danish design by Arne Vodder for Cado Denmark, 3 seater sofa.
By Arne Vodder, Cado
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Danish design by Arne Vodder for Cado Denmark. 3 seater sofa, furniture wool, dark exotic/teak wood. Loose cushions. Original very good condition: no smells and no stains.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Wool, Teak
$1,472 Sale Price
20% Off
1960s, Danish design, reupholstered 3 seater "Banana" sofa, vintage velour.
Located in Tarm, 82
1960s, Danish design. Refurbished-reupholstered 3 seater "Banana" sofa in quality vintage bottle green velor, two extra pillows. Ash wood legs. Brass springs in the seat and back is ...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Velvet, Ash
$4,845 Sale Price
20% Off
Scandinavian Modern Teak Sofa after Grete Jalk
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This Scandinavian modern teak sofa after Grete Jalk features stylish Mid-Century Modern design, iconic sculpted seat back, and rich vintage teak finish. Vintage upholstered cushions ...
Category
1960s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Teak
$1,960 Sale Price
38% Off
Hippo
Sofa Wood by Norr11, Dark Smoked Oak, Baru col.0390
Located in Paris, IDF
'Hippo' Sofa Wood
Signed by Kristian Sofus Hansen and Tommy Hyldahl for Norr11.
Model shown on the picture:
Dark smoked oak, Baru col.0390
Customers can choose from :
- Frame : N...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Pine, Plywood
Mid Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Model GE-290 for Getama Gedsted Denmark Sofa
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Kramfors, SE
Vintage Hans J. Wegner sofa model GE-290 for Getama Gedsted, Denmark. The sofa is a mid century classic by one of the most famous names of the time, Hans J. Wegner (Denmark, 1914-200...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Aqueduct
Contemporary Sofa by Poiat, Setup 4, Fox 02, High Plinth
By Poiat
Located in Paris, IDF
'Aqueduct' Sofa by Poiat
Setup 4
Dimensions : H. 77 cm x W. 370 cm x D. 230.5 cm (SH 40 cm)
Aqueduct collection 2022 by Timo Mikkonen & Antti Rouhunkoski
Upholstery: Larsen - Fox...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Linen, Foam, Plywood
1960ties Illum Wikkelsoe V11, 2-Seat Sofa by Holger Christensen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Illum Wikkelsø 1919-1999. two-seat sofa, freestanding, upholstered in brown patinated leather, loose cushions with down filling, cone-shaped rosewood legs, 1960s 1970s. Produced by H...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
$7,601 Sale Price
20% Off
Ludvig Pontoppidan, Sofa, Wood, Fabric, Denmark, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A red fabric and wood sofa designed and produced by Ludvig Pontoppidan, Denmark, c. 1950s.
Dimensions: 30.75” H x 78” W x 36” D
Seat height: 17.5”
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Kaare Klint Sofa # 5011 in Original Cognac Leather Rud Rasmussen, Denmark 1940s
Located in WIJCKEL, NL
Two-seater sofa model 5011 in original cognac leather and six-legged mahogany base. Produced by Rud. Rasmussen Cabinetmakers, Denmark. Minor marks on the frame, patina to the leather. Back covered in original canvas.
Shown at the Copenhagen Cabinetmakers’ Guild exhibition in 1935. Signed with manufacturer’s label to underside: (Rud. Rasmussens Snedkerier).
Kaare Klint is widely recognized as the father of Danish modern design. It is hard to overstate his influence. He developed an entirely new analytical approach to furniture design that his students at the Danish Academy of Art would emulate for years to come, yet was also inspired by historic designs from various cultures, modernizing and re-interpreting classic pieces for new generations.
Literature: Gorm Harkær, Klintiana: “Kaare Klint”, vol.2, pg 94.
Kaare Klint (1888-1954) is regarded as the founding father of Danish Modernim. As an architect, furniture designer and leading professor at the Department of Furniture Design at the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts, Copenhagen, Klint established the principles of modern Danish furniture by combining a profound appreciation of traditional construction techniques with a modernist emphasis on function and a rejection of ornaments.
Klint’s design was always based on relentless research; he never compromised. Every piece had to fulfill its purpose, be completely clear in its construction with dimensions and proportions corresponding to the human body and display materials and craftsmanship of the highest quality. Logic, often using a mathematical system of measures, and a constructive way of thinking were the foundation of Klint’s philosophy of furniture design. Like many of his contemporaries, counting Le Corbusier and Walter Gropius, he advocated standardization and functional requirements and dismissed the use of all ornamentation. But Klint realized his vision in wood and leather, using traditional craftsmen and working methods and often finding inspiration in historical models. In this way, he charted the course for an alternative Nordic Functionalism that idealized the workshop and the collaboration between furniture architects and cabinetmakers as opposed to the factory.
Kaare Klint’s first major work was a collaboration with his mentor, the architect Carl Petersen. In 1914 they were commissioned to design furniture and fixtures for Faaborg Art Museum. One of the highlights to emerge from this commission was the Faaborg chair, a light and elegant chair with clear references to classical furniture. The construction and proportions of an 18th century English Chippendale chair was also clearly visible in the famous Red Chair, designed in 1927 for the lecture hall at The Museum of Arts and Crafts (now Design Museum Denmark), but with its straight back deprived of all unnecessary decoration and its beautiful Niger leather, the Red Chair was far from an imitation. Other important works include The Propeller Stool (1927), The ‘Mix Chair’ designed in collaboration with his pupil Edvard Kindt-Larsen in 1930, the Safari Chair (1930), The Deck Chair (1939 and The Church Chair designed in 1936 for the Bethlehem Church in Copenhagen. Also noteworthy are Klint’s well-proportioned cabinets and wardrobes...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
1960s Danish Three-Seat Sofa in Cognac Leather and Wood
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Three-seat sofa, leather, wood, Denmark, ca. 1960.
This modest and comfortable three-seat sofa exhibits characteristics reminiscent of Borge Mogensen's design. The vibrant aestheti...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wood
ARNE NORELL 3 Seater Sofa 1960
s
By Arne Norell
Located in Shibuya-ku, 13
Leather sofa manufactured by Swedish designer Arne Norell for the leather company Coja between 1963 and 1968.Norell is best known for the Ilona sofa and the Safari chair, but it is t...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Teak
Two-Seater Sofa by Otto Schulz
Attr.
for Boet, Sweden, 1940s
By Otto Schulz
Located in Utrecht, NL
This spectacular two-seater sofa by Swedish designer, Otto Schulz, is a beautiful example of the furniture designer’s repertoire of cleverly constructed pieces. With a creative and m...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
"Divina" loveseat sofa by Arne Norell, Westbergs möbler, Sweden, 1950s
By Arne Norell
Located in Hägersten, SE
Pair of loveseat sofas model "Divina" produced in Sweden by Westbergs möbler. Made during the 1950s. Designed by Arne Norell. Reupholstered with Hallingdal 65 fabric from Danish prod...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Wool, Beech
1960s, Danish 2-seater sofa, green furniture velour, beech wood.
Located in Tarm, 82
1960s, Danish 2-seater sofa. Green furniture velour, beech wood legs, brass springs in the seat. Original very good condition: no smells, no stains and stable construction. Manufactu...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Beech
$1,662 Sale Price
20% Off
MOMENT Sofa, Niels Gammelgaard
Located in Neuss, NW
MOMENT Sofa by Niels Gammelgaard for Ikea from the 1980s with a galvanized steel frame. The sofa has been reupholstered and covered with a high-quality fabric in light grey.
Quality...
Category
1980s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel
Scandinavian Mid Century Minerva Four Seat Sofa by Torjorn Afdal for Bruksbo
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional Scandinavian Mid Century Modern leather and rosewood sofa, in very clean, original, ready to use condition. The sofa features rich leather loose fitting seat and back rests, with elegant sculptural rosewood arm rests. This piece is known as the Minerva sofa, it was designed by Torbjorn Afdal, crafted by Brukdsbo , made in Norway, circa 1960's. Rare extra long ( 94" ) four seat version, not often seen on the market, this is an iconic piece from the Golden Age of Scandinavian mid century furniture...
Category
Mid-20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Unique Jacob Kjaer Sofa in Original Niger Leather and Mahogany
By Jacob Kjaer
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Jacob Kjaer, sofa, original Niger leather, brass, stained mahogany, Denmark, 1930s
Exemplifying the quintessential essence of Danish design of the thirties, this rare sofa by Jacob...
Category
1930s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass
Danish Three Seat Sofa in Umber Leather and Mahogany
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Sofa, leather, mahogany, Denmark, 1960s
This model evokes the timeless elegance of Borge Mogensen's designs. With three spacious seats, it provides ample room for relaxation. The we...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Arne Norell
Divina
Two Seat Sofa, Westbergs Möbler AB, Sweden, 1950s
By Arne Norell
Located in The Hague, NL
This rare two seat sofa was designed by Arne Norell in the late 1950s. The model is called 'Divina' and it was produced by Westbergs Möbler AB in Tranås, Swe...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Cotton, Upholstery, Wood, Beech
1950s Swedish Velvet Samspel Sofa by Carl Malmsten
Located in London, England
Carl Malmsten 'Samspel' Sofa, circa 1950s
First designed in 1956 and produced by AB Record in Bollnas, Sweden, the 'Samspel' sofa is one of the finest pieces to be drawn by Sweden...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Wool, Cotton, Beech
Danish Modern Sofa of Leather and Beech by Stouby
Located in Austin, TX
A period Danish modern two-seat upholstered sofa or settee (couch) of black leather and beech wood with handsome, stylish design by the celebrated design studio, Stouby.
Featuring s...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Upholstery, Wood, Beech
1950’s Danish Sofa
Located in Turners Falls, MA
Very well crafted Danish cabinet maker sofa. Stripped wool upholstery with oak legs.
Denmark. 1950’s
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Oak
$3,800
Borge Mogensen, Model 2213 Black Leather Sofa, Manufactured by Fredericia Stolef
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Danish designer Borge Mogensen originally designed the 2213 sofa for his own home in 1962. Today, the sofa is probably the most iconic sofa in mid-century Danish design, found in emb...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Børge Mogensen Two-Seat Sofa
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen two-seat sofa new upholstered with vintage tan full grain aniline leather.
Legs of oak.
Model 2212, made by Fredericia Furniture.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Oak
$7,126 Sale Price
20% Off
Curved Danish Sheepskin Sofa, 1940s
By Viggo Boesen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Beautiful sofa produced in Denmark, 1940s, designer unknown.
Professionally reupholstered in high quality sheepskin.
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Sheepskin
Danish Modern Four Seat Teak "Senator" Sofa by Ole Wanscher for France and Son
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Uncommon four-seat sofa designed by Ole Wanscher for France & Son as part of his 'Senator' line (ca. 1960s, Denmark).
Composed of a dense slat-back teak frame, designed with a partia...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
1960s, Danish 3-seater sofa, red furniture wool, beech wood.
Located in Tarm, 82
1960s, Danish 3-seater sofa. Original red furniture wool, beech wood, brass springs in the seat. Original good condition: no smells, no stains and stable construction. Manufactured b...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Wool, Beech
1960s, Danish design by Kurt Østervig, 3 seater sofa, model 57, original.
Located in Tarm, 82
1960s, Danish design by Kurt Østervig for Rolschau Møbler. 3 seater sofa, model 57, in original very good condition: no smells and no stains. Original light green furniture velour, t...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Teak
$1,890 Sale Price
20% Off
Scandinavian Midcentury Rosewood Sofa "Monte Carlo", 1965
Located in Karlstad, SE
Top-quality lounge sofa designed by Ingvar Stockum for Futura Möbler in 1965.
The "Monte Carlo" series was only in production for two years because production costs were too high. ...
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20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Rosewood, Fabric
Swedish Modern Sheepskin/Shearling Sofa and two lounge chairs
Samspel"
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
Set of Sofa and 2 chairs.
Item Reference
LU4154138829682
LU4154138829492
This model” Samspel” sofa was designed by Carl Malmsten in 1956 and manufactured during that time at AB...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Sheepskin
Custom Made Sheepskin Love Seat Sofa by Alfred Christensen
Located in London, England
A custom-made new edition of this classic love-seat sofa by Danish designer and cabinetmaker: Alfred Christensen. This re-edition is produced under license in Sweden by Dagmar and av...
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Sheepskin, Fabric, Mohair, Bouclé, Velvet, Oak, Walnut
Peter Hvidt
Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Daybed / Sofa Produced by France
Son
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare minerva daybed / sofa designed by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen. Produced by France & Son in Denmark.
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Cane, Teak
Custom Made Sheepskin Karu Sofa by Dagmar
Located in London, England
The Karu Sofa is a contemporary update of a classic design first produced in Finland by the Haimi Oy company in the 1940s. The inviting curved arms and subtle winged back are the epi...
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Sheepskin, Beech, Oak
$10,205 / item
"Monte Carlo" Palisander and leather sofa by Ingvar Stockum, Futura, 1960s
Located in Hägersten, SE
Three seater Sofa model "Monte Carlo" designed by Ingvar Stockum. Produced by Futura möbler during the 1960s. Solid rosewood/palisander frame with original black leather cushions. Ve...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Palisander
Scandinavian Modern sofas for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Scandinavian Modern 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 sofas created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, case pieces and storage cabinets, more furniture and collectibles and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, fabric and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Scandinavian Modern 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 sofas, popular names associated with this style include Børge Mogensen, Hans J. Wegner, Arne Norell, and Fredericia. 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 sofas differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $550 and tops out at $106,195 while the average work can sell for $6,409.
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