Scandinavian Modern Seating
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
1960s, Danish 3-seater curved sofa, blue furniture velour, beech wood legs.
Located in Tarm, 82
1960s, Danish 3-seater curved sofa. Blue furniture velour, beech wood legs, brass springs in the seat. Sofa was reupholstered about 10 years ago by craftsman. Manufactured by Danish ...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Velvet, Beech
$1,786 Sale Price
30% Off
Scandinavian Modern Teak Model 120 Rocker Ole Wanscher France
Son John Stuart
Located in Topeka, KS
Fabulous Scandinavian Modern teak rocker model 120 designed by Ole Wanscher for France & Son and sold by John Stuart Co. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that this is vintage and not new so will have signs of use & wear. The sprung cushions will need new padding & the original brown nubby fabric has no rips or holes but has faded and will need reupholstered, it has been priced accordingly. Has a couple of repairs where the screws were put all the way through leg assembly at some point in their lives. We have repaired & replaced hardware to match. One hole was plugged, and the plug is still slightly visible. It has been sanded, stained & a teak oil finish. Please see photos and zoom in for details. We attempt to portray any imperfections. Circa, 1950s-1960’s.
Let’s Rock… Everybody, Let’s Rock! Everybody in the whole cell block… Oh ya, you’re singing it!! Nothing like a song from the late King of Rock to introduce this Awesome vintage Rocker!!! We have a wonderful Scandinavian Modern rocker Model 120 made by France & Son, for John Stuart Co & designed by Ole Wanscher!! It wears its original brown nubby fabric and as you would expect with age and wear, it has faded, there are no holes or rips, it just looks its fabulous age. Also, its wonderful sprung cushions will need some new padding. The springs are great, just the padding. With just a bit of TLC this vintage beauty will be your new favorite Scandinavian Modern piece!! It has a gorgeous teak frame and will look marvelous rocking in your living room, bedroom, or sitting room. Maybe you have a young child or a new baby? There’s no better place to cuddle your precious child and there are tons of location possibilities with this beauty! Get ready to sit back, relax, and rock!!
British businessmen Charles France and his Danish partner...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Niels Koefoed
Eva
Dining Chairs, 1960
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sculptural 1960s dining chairs designed by Niels Koefoed for Hornslet Møbelfabrik, with frames in teak and textured beige wool upholstery, very comfortable, marked.
Priced as a set...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Wool, Teak
$3,800 / set
Unique Mats Theselius Aluminum Leather Two Seater Sofa by Källemo Sweden, 1990s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Very rare and special commissioned curved Swedish contemporary two seater sofa in chromed aluminum, dark brown leather with a matching arm...
Category
1990s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Midcentury Peacock Chair by Hans Wegner, 1950s
Located in Lejre, DK
Peacock chair designed by Hans J Wegner for master cabinetmaker Johannes Hansen. Made in Denmark in the mid-1950s. Great original condition.
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Ash, Teak
Pair of Scandinavian bentwood lounge chairs by Esko Pajamies, Asko Finland
Located in Liberty, NY
Great pair of 1970's Scandinavian Koivutaro bentwood lounge chairs with light beige canvas upholstery by Finnish designer Esko Pajamies. Very nicely designed - and comfortable. Goo...
Category
1970s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Canvas, Bentwood
Ludvig Sturm Attribution, Stool, Fabric, Oak, Sweden, 1940s
By Ludvig Sturm
Located in High Point, NC
A stained oak and floral-printed fabric stools attributed to Ludvig Sturm for Inrednings-Kompaniet, Malmö, Sweden, c. 1940s.
Minimal wear.
Patina nailheads.
Overall Dimensions (in...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Pair of Folke Bensow Benches, Dessin Park Bench No. 1, Sweden
By Folke Bensow
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Folke Bensow - Scandinavian Modern
A beautiful pair of benches (Park Bench No. 1) designed by Folke Bensow, Sweden, 1920s.
The benches are cast iron and pine wood - painted black....
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Iron
Hippo
Upholstered Lounge Chair by Norr11, Zero, Black
Located in Paris, IDF
Hippo lounge chair full upholstered
Signed by Kristian Sofus Hansen and Tommy Hyldahl for Norr11.
Model shown on the picture:
Fabric: Sahco Zero col 10
Fabric: large variety...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Wool, Oak
Le Roi Bench
by Norr11 Smoked Ash and Rattan
By Norr11
Located in Paris, IDF
'Le roi Bench' by Kristian Sofus Hansen & Tommy Hyldahl for Norr11.
Dimensions:
W. 120 CM D. 35 CM H. 42 CM
W. 47.24" D. 13.78" H. 16.54 "
Finishes ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Rattan, Ash
$1,186 / item
Canapé
by Mats Theselius, 1990s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Limited edition of 35 produced, this is edition 1/5 EA in British Racing Green.
Provenance: Mats Theselius private collection.
Very good condition with small signs of usage.
Category
1990s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Brass
Pair of Carl-Johan Boman Easy Chairs in Red Fabric and Birch, Finland, 1940s
Located in The Hague, NL
This rare pair of easy chairs was designed by Carl-Johan Boman and produced by his company Oy N. Boman AB in Finland in the late 1940s.
The design is defined by its elegant, softly ...
Category
1940s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Birch
Niels Moller Model 62 Armchair, Rosewood
Papercord, 1960s
Located in London, England
Niels Moller - Model 62 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
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Papercord, Rosewood
Børge Mogensen 2254 Oak Sled Chair, 1956, Denmark
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A Børge Mogensen lounge chairs designed in 1956 model number 2254 for Fredericia Stolefabrik. Cubical frames made of solid oak with finger joints.
New upholstered with black full gr...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Oak
Swedish Rocking Chair in Sheepskin, 1940s
By Viggo Boesen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Reupholstered in nature colored sheepskin. Produced in Sweden, 1940s.
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Sheepskin
1970s, Scandinavian vintage design, armchair, brown leather, bent wood.
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Scandinavian vintage design. Armchair in original furniture brown leather. Bent wood, canvas. Original good condition: no smells, no stains and stable construction. Manufactur...
Category
1970s Norwegian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Bentwood
Pair of Ryo Lounge Chairs in Sheepskin by Dagmar
Located in London, England
Dagmar - Custom-made Ryo Lounge Chair
The Ryo chair has been developed and produced at our workshops in London using the highest quality materials. The Ryo is a new edition of a des...
Category
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Sheepskin, Oak
$14,959 / set
Set of 12 Furniture Plugs Fit for Kai Kristiansen Model 42 and Other Teak Chairs
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of 12 button plugs for the Kai Kristiansen model 42 teak dining chair and other dining chairs with similar plug holes.
The button plugs have the original dimensions and shape to...
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Beech
Ib Kofod-Larsen Candidate Lounge Chairs, circa 1960
Located in London, England
A pair of Afromosia African teak 'Kandidaten', (Candidate), lounge chairs produced by Olof Perssons Fatoljindustri (O.P.E.) in Jonkoping, Sweden, circa 19...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Teak
$17,731 / set
Pair of Henry Kjærnulf Lounge Chairs in Oak, Nyrup Møbelfabrik 1970s
Located in Balen, BE
Discover a rare pair of lounge chairs designed by Henry Kjærnulf, masterfully crafted by Nyrup Møbelfabrik in Denmark. These chairs are a testament to Kjærnulf's expression, combinin...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Oak
Rosewood Model 78 side Chairs by Niels Moller - a pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Beautiful pair of rosewood Møller chairs, model 78 with new Danish cord. The model 78 is in my opinion the best Niels O. Møller design and highly collectable.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Papercord, Rosewood
Mid-Century Modern Three-seater sofa by Ellekær
Norell for Coja Sweden, 1970s.
By Sven Ellekaer , Arne Norell
Located in Asaa, DK
Mid-Century Modern Three-seater sofa by Ellekær & Norell for Coja Sweden, 1970s.
Scandinavian Modern Coja 3-seats sofa.
This beautiful and iconic sofa is attributed to designers Arne...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Faux Leather, Teak
Hippo
Lounge Chair by Norr11, Light Smoked Oak, Fiord Wool
Located in Paris, IDF
Hippo lounge chair
Signed by Kristian Sofus Hansen and Tommy Hyldahl for Norr11.
Model shown on the picture:
Wood: Light Smoked Oak
Fabric: Kvadra...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Wool, Oak
Ryo Lounge Chair in Moss Green Velvet by Dagmar
Located in London, England
Dagmar Ryo Lounge Chair
A made-to-order lounge chair developed and produced at our workshops in London using the highest quality materials. The Ryo is a new edition of a design firs...
Category
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Wool, Beech
$6,141 / item
Elegant Lounge Chair, Upholstered in Yellow Gold Pure Mohair
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
An elegant modern lounge chair. Handmade in England. Beech frame, sprung seat and newly upholstered in a premium, soft, pure yellow / gold mohair fabric. This listing is for a si...
Category
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Alpaca, Beech, Oak
Superb Pair of Lounge Chairs, Newly Upholstered in Pure Alpaca
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
A superb pair of modern round-arm lounge chairs. Handmade beech frames and sprung seats. Newly upholstered in a premium, soft, pure alpaca wool fabric with solid oak feet. Fast shi...
Category
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Alpaca, Beech, Oak
Vintage Scandinavian Lounge Chair by Arne Norell, Sweden, 1950s
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare “Gary” lounge chair by Arne Norell, also known as “The Thumb”, with two thumbs up instead of one. Generous form with curved lines. Upholstered in charcoal grey with a contrastin...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Wood
Scandinavian Mid Century Armchair
Located in Westwood, NJ
Scandinavian Mid Century armchair, this unique wing chair truly embodies Scandinavian style with the element of the wood detail across...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
$3,450 / item
Bruno Mathsson "Berlin" Daybed
Located in Long Island City, NY
Bruno Matthson descended from five generations of master cabinetmakers in Sweden. “He carefully studied the ‘mechanics of sitting.’ For example, in search of the perfect seating curv...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Beech
Hans Wegner for Fritz Hansen Rosewood China Chair, c1960s
Located in London, England
Hans J. Wegner
Model FH-4283 China Chair, 1944.
Produced by Fritz Hansen in Denmark this version in exquisite Brazilian rosewood is an incredibly rare version of this iconic design made in very limited quantities in the 1960s. The chair retains its original, patinated black leather seat cushion.
The China chair was designed by Hans J. Wegner in 1944 and marked a significant departure for producer Fritz Hansen as the only solid wood chair in their collection. Wegner found inspiration for this timeless Classic in antique Chinese armchairs...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Hans Wegner High Back Lounge Chair, Model GE-375, 1960
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Large scale high back chairs by Hans Wegner with solid oak frame and cushions in beige wool (seemingly reupholstered at a later date), produced by GETAMA in 1969, model GE 375, detac...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Wool, Oak
Set of 6 Kai Kristiansen Rosewood Model 31 Dining Chairs 1960s
Located in London, England
Kai Kristiansen - Model 31 Dining Chairs
A set of 6 dining chairs produced by Skovman Andersen Mobelfabrik in the early 1960s and designed by master of Danish mid-century design: Ka...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Wool, Bouclé, Rosewood
Danish Modern Finn Juhl Sheepskin BO46 sofa, 1946
By Finn Juhl
Located in Uccle, BE
Sofa model BO46 by Finn Juhl for Bovirke, made in Denmark in 1946. Round beech legs. Reupholstered in sheepkin. Leather buttons. Excellent vintage condition.
Early and important Finn...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Sheepskin, Beech
6 Danish chairs in Teak and Skai, new, model 418 by Arne Vodder for Sibast.
By Arne Vodder, Sibast
Located in JOINVILLE-LE-PONT, FR
Beautiful Scandinavian dining chairs. The seats have been completely reupholstered (webbing, foam, and fabric) for exceptional comfort. The design is understated and very elegant. Th...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Faux Leather, Teak
Midcentury CADO Danish Teak Dining Chairs in Black Leather
Located in Oakland, CA
Mid-Century Danish dining chairs designed by Paul Cadovius for Cado. Crafted with a solid teak frame featuring sturdy exposed joinery and a molded curved backrest. The chairs are rob...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Teak
Set Of Four Arne Jacobsen Maple Series 7 Chairs For Fritz Hansen Model 3107
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This set of four Scandinavian Modern "Series 7" chairs was designed by Arne Jacobsen in 1955 and manufactured by Fritz Hansen in Denmark. These chairs bear the Fritz Hansen label fro...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Steel
Custom Made Round Sheepskin Ottoman with Oak Ball Feet
Located in London, England
Custom-made ottomans developed & produced at our workshops in London using the highest quality materials. This example is upholstered in 'Moonlight' cream sheepskin and features oiled oak ball feet...
Category
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Sheepskin, Oak
High Back Arm Chair, Upholstered in Pure Alpaca
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
A superb modern high back armchair. Handmade beech frames, sprung seat and solid oak feet. Newly upholstered in a luxurious, soft, pure alpaca wool fabric. Fast shipping worldwi...
Category
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Alpaca, Beech, Oak
$4,792 / item
Model 64, Niels O. Møller Armchairs in Rosewood, Produced by J.L. Møller
Located in Goteborg, SE
These two elegant armchairs by Niels O. Møller were made by the Danish high quality furniture make J.L.Møller. The model was numbered 64. This pair is made in solid rosewood and has ...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Rosewood
Rare Mid-Century Modern Vintage Danish 3-seater Chocolate Leather Sofa, 1960s
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This three-seater sofa was made in Denmark during the 1960s. The sofa is completely upholstered in natural leather in a deep dark chocolate color. Comfortable, loosely placed cushion...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood
$2,273 Sale Price
20% Off
1960s, Danish lounge chair, original condition, furniture leather, oak wood.
Located in Tarm, 82
1960s, Danish lounge chair in original very good condition: no smells, no stains, and stable construction. Original black furniture leather, solid oak wood. Manufactured by Danish fu...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Oak
Custom Made Model 54 Sheepskin Lounge Chair
Located in London, England
Dagmar Design - model 54 lounge chair
The Model 54 is from our custom-made upholstered range. The frame is solid beech wood with a fully sprung seat. The 54 ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Sheepskin, Beech, Oak
$7,400 / item
6 Mid-century Rosengren Hansen Rosewood Danish Dining Chairs
Located in Oakland, CA
Minimal and classic form dining chairs designed by Henry Rosengren Hansen for Brande Mobelindustri, Denmark in 1958. The elegant set of six chairs feature sculpted solid Brazilian ro...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Rosewood
Swedish Designer, Lounge Chair, Oak, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A white bouclé fabric and oak lounge chair designed and produced in Sweden, 1940s.
Seat Height (inches): 15”
Arm Height (inches): 23"
All items ship from High Point, North Carolina.
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Oak
1960s, Danish design by Alfred Christensen, easy chair, model 177.
Located in Tarm, 82
1960s, Danish design by Alfred Christensen, easy chair "model 177" for Slagelse Møbelværk. Original brown/beige furniture velour, renewed beech wood ( new laqered). Springs in the se...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Velvet, Beech
Hand-Crafted Tripod Armchairs in Oak, By a Danish Cabinetmaker, Folk Art, 1930s
Located in Odense, DK
A highly decorative pair of folk art tripod armchairs in oak, seats with a fine wool cushion. Handcrafted by a Danish Cabinetmaker in the early 20th century.
These sculptural chairs...
Category
Early 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Oak
Kai Kristiansen Pair of Rosewood
Leather Ottomans
Located in London, England
Kai Kristiansen - Rosewood & Leather Ottomans, c1950s.
A pair of ottomans designed by Kai Kristiansen as part of the 'Entre' series in the late 1950s and produced by cabinetmaker Ak...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Arnold Madsen Sheepskin Clam Chair - New Edition
Located in London, England
Official Re-Edition of the iconic Clam Chair by Arnold Madsen.
The Clam Chair was designed in 1944 in Copenhagen by Danish upholsterer Arnold Madsen. In 1945 Arnold founded the furn...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Sheepskin, Fabric, Bouclé, Oak, Walnut
$8,660 / item
Vintage Arne Hovmand-Olsen for Mogens Kold Teak Lounge Chair-Denmark, 1960s
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A lovely and dynamically-proportioned lounge or easy chair attributed to Arne Hovmand-Olsen and manufactured by Mogens Kold Møbelfabrik (metal manufacturer's stamp to underside) in sculpted teak and original boucle wool upholstery. Deeply patinated teak lends visual contrast against the off-white upholstery. Completely original condition down the the seat straps and brass hardware. Sophisticated seat cushion and backrest mounting system consisting of custom brass spacers which create a suspended effect to the panels keeping the design very airy and light.
Hovmand-Olsen’s designs span seating, tables, and secretaries, all of which are characteristically simple in form with clean lines, organic curves, and tapered legs. Like many of his Danish contemporaries, he favored the use of high-quality, beautifully grained woods like teak and rosewood. Notable designs include his Model 175 chair (1955)—which is often mistaken for N.O. Møller’s Model 77 chair...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Brass
$1,440 Sale Price
58% Off
Bruno Mathsson, Chaise Longue, Birch, Jute, Sweden, 1936
Located in High Point, NC
A very early production chaise longue designed by Bruno Mathsson and produced by Karl Matthson, Värnamo, Sweden, 1936.
With makers label specifying production year 1936.
Seat Heigh...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Jute, Birch
1950s, Danish vintage armchair, original green furniture velour, oak wood.
Located in Tarm, 82
1950s, Danish vintage armchair. Original green furniture velour, oak wood, springs in the seat cushions. Original good condition: no smells, no stains and stable construction. Manufa...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Velvet, Oak
1970s, Scandinavian armchair, brown furniture leather, dark beech wood.
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Scandinavian armchair. Brown furniture leather, dark beech wood. Original very good condition: no smells, no stains and stable construction. Manufactured by Danish or Swedish ...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Beech
Midcentury Modern Sheepskin/Shearling Sofa Model
Samspel" Carl Malmsten, 1956
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
This model” Samspel” sofa was designed by Carl Malmsten in 1956 and manufactured during that time at AB Record Bollnäs Sweden. The sofa has been fully reupholstered and now have its ...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Sheepskin
Haimi Oy Karuselli Lounge Chair Designed by Yrjö Kukkapuro
By Yrjö Kukkapuro, Haimi
Located in Offenburg, Baden Wurthemberg
Very comfortable and futuristic Karuselli Lounge chair designed by Yrjö Kukkapuro in 1965.
Black molded fiberglass seat shell, with original cognac-brown leather upholstery, colour ...
Category
1960s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Steel
Mid Century Modern Sculptural Lounge Chairs Ekornes Stressless Norway
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous iconic Stressless Recliner lounge chair by Ekornes. Chair is not signed but has the Made in Norway tag. Two piece set with Swiveling ottoman , Size is 21.75 x 18 x 15h. Lea...
Category
1970s Norwegian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Mogens Koch for K. Ivan Schlechter
Fireside
Wingback Chair with Ottoman
By Mogens Koch
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Mogens Koch for K. Ivan Schlechter, 'fireside' wingback lounge chair and ottoman, model MK50, mahogany, leather, Denmark, design 1936, production 1964-1979.
Mogens Koch's wingback c...
Category
1930s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Custom Made Round Sheepskin Ottoman with Oak Ball Feet
Located in London, England
Custom-made ottomans developed & produced at our workshops in London using the highest quality materials. These examples are upholstered in a warm grey sheepskin and feature oiled oak ball feet...
Category
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Sheepskin, Oak
Pair of Carl Malmsten of Armchairs, circa 1950s
Located in London, England
Carl Malmsten Armchairs, circa 1950s
A pair of upholstered armchairs from Swedish master: Carl Malmsten. This model is a lighter variation on the Samsas chair with taller legs. This...
Category
1950s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Bouclé, Beech
$8,900 / set
Hans J. Wegner CH-27 Oak Lounge Chair with Woven Rattan Seat
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Early CH-27 lounge chair, designed by Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen. Constructed from solid oak, the reclining open frame features beautiful sculptural details at the back rest. Wid...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Rattan, Oak
1970s, Danish relax armchair, light green furniture velour, original condition.
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Danish relax armchair. Original good condition: no smells, no stains and stable construction. Slightly signs of wear. Original light green furniture velour, beech wood legs, b...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Velvet, Beech
Scandinavian Modern seating for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Scandinavian Modern seating 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 seating created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, tables and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, animal skin and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Scandinavian Modern seating 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 seating, popular names associated with this style include Hans J. Wegner, Fritz Hansen, Børge Mogensen, 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 seating differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $395 and tops out at $106,195 while the average work can sell for $3,735.
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