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
"Futura" Swedish 1950s Dining Chairs
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Two armchairs and two side chairs with stunning sculptural backs by David Rosèn for Nordiska Kompaniet. Cherry hand carved horizontal back splats and curvaceous arms are incredibly s...
Category
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Cherry
$3,840 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Bruno Mathsson Easy Chairs Model Eva Hög by Karl Mathsson AB in Sweden
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare pair of easy chairs model Eva hög designed by Bruno Mathsson. Produced by Karl Mathsson AB in Värnamo, Sweden.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Oak
Danish Mid Century Lounge Chair by Svein Dysthe for Dokka Mobler
Located in New York, NY
Chic, architectural and rare Danish modern lounge chair designed by Svein Dysthe for Dokka Mobler. This example has a rosewood frame, and has been professionally reupholstered to the highest standards, using top grade leather. Impressive and iconic midcentury chair...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
$8,800 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage "Clam” rocking chair by Arnold Madsen for Madsen
Schubell, 1944.
Located in Hägersten-Liljeholmen, Stockholms län
Iconic Clam chair designed by Arnold Madsen for Madsen & Schubell in Denmark in 1944. This example is a vintage original armchair produced in the 40's in danemark. The chair has been...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Sheepskin, Elm
Pair of Lounge Chairs / Armchairs and Ottomans, Upholstered in Pure Alpaca
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
A superb pair of modern lounge chairs / armchairs and ottomans. Beech frames and sprung seats. Upholstered in a premium, soft, pure alpaca wool fabric with solid oak feet. Handmad...
Category
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Alpaca, Beech, Oak
Sculptural solid Pine Dining Chair attributed to Rainer Daumiller Denmark 1970s
Located in Ystad, SE
Sculptural Dining Chair Attributed to Rainer Daumiller,
Denmark, 1970s.
A sculptural solid Oregon pine dining chair attributed to Rainer Daumiller, whose most recognized designs wer...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Pine
$854 Sale Price
20% Off
Teak Dining Chair by Niels Otto Møller Model 71
Located in Vienna, AT
Dining chair made of solid teak, designed 1951 by Niels Otto Møller and produced by J. L. Møller Møbelfabrik, model number 71. Fully restored, oiled wood surface with new foam and ne...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Teak
$1,290 / item
Midcentury Scandia Chairs by Hans Brattrud for Hove Mobler
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Beautiful example of Scandia high back dining chairs in excellent vintage condition. Rosewood slats on a chrome base. Chairs retain original label.
Norway, 1960s.
2 high back chairs...
Category
Mid-20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Chrome
Scandinavian Lounge Chair with Oak Armrest Conical Legs Red Wool, 1940
s
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Elegant and unusual lounge chair from the 1940's in the style of Swedish Designer, Carl Malmsten. We have never seen any other examples of this chair and it may well be a one-of-a- ...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Wool, Oak
‘Visingsö’ Bench in Solid Pine by Carl Malmsten for Svensk Fur, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Karis, Nyland
A solid pine bench from Carl Malmsten’s ‘Visingsö’ series, produced by Svensk Fur in Sweden during the 1950’s. The design is defined by its rectangular seat with softened edges and v...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Pine
Danish Teak Dining Chairs in New Black Leather
Located in Oakland, CA
Set of Mid-century dining handcrafted of solid old-growth teak, with sturdy joinery, comfortable curved backrest restored in a hand-buffed natural oil finish, and newly upholstered s...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Teak
$5,900 / set
Mid-Century Lounge Chair Rusty Cognac Suede Leather Sling Swedese Yngve Ekstrom
By Yngve Ekström, Swedese
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Lamino Series Low Back Yngve Ekstrom Chair in Warm Light Brown Leather. Bent Oak Frame with Teak inlayed sculptural arm rests.
W 27.25 x D 28.25 x Seat ...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Oak, Teak
$1,916 Sale Price
20% Off
Pair of Custom Made Model 54 Sheepskin Lounge Chairs
Located in London, England
Dagmar design Model 54 lounge chair
A pair of custom made lounge chairs developed and hand-made using the highest quality materials. The 54 cha...
Category
2010s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Sheepskin, Beech
$14,801 / set
Set of Five Rosewood Dining Chairs, 1960s
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Nice set of five Scandinavian chairs, made of rosewood and original fabric.
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Rosewood
Pair of Swedish Modern Lounge Chairs
By Otto Schulz
Located in New York, NY
Gorgeous pair of Swedish Modern Lounge chairs in the style of Otto Schulz. Round and plum shape that echos the Swedish Modern design era in...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Velvet, Wood
$7,500 / set
Niels Otto Moller Model 62 Dining Chairs of Cherry Wood
Located in London, GB
Niels Otto Moller's Model 62 dining chair have been made continuously since 1962. These chairs were made in the period 2010-2020 of cherry and black w...
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Cherry
Chaise Lounge by Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist for Nordiska Kompaniet, 1950s
Located in Oirlo, LI
Beautifully reupholstered chaise lounge
The fabric is from Mercis with a Martindale rating of over 100,000
In post-war Europe, when the world was rebuilding itself, a young Swedish...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
1960s Set of Six Fully Restored Customizable Danish Erik Buch Oak Dining Chairs
Located in Knebel, DK
Six fully restored Customizable Erik Buch oak dining chairs.
The set consists of 4 oak dining chairs and two oak armchairs with floating seats
The chairs have a simple yet solid c...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Oak
Three-legged Stool from 1798 from Northen Sweden
Located in Farsta, SE
Three-legged Stool from 1798
Made of Birch Tree (Betula tortuosa) from Northen Sweden
Dated year 1798 and signed with owner's mark E.F.B
The stool's legs were crafted in the 20th c...
Category
1790s Swedish Antique Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Birch
Göperts, Stool, Birch, Velvet, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A stained birch and beige velvet fabric stool designed and produced in Sweden, 1940s.
Seat height: 20”
All upholstered furniture can be reupholstered upon request for an additional...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Velvet, Birch
Rare Chair, Yrjö Kukkapuro, Avarte, 1980s
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Rare chair, designed by Yrjö Kukkapuro for Academy of Arts, manufactured by Avarte, 1980s. Painted wood, painted metal frame. Good vintage condition, patina...
Category
1980s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Metal
Hans J. Wegner Cushion for Wishbone Chair CH24
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner cushions for wishbone chair model CH24.
Made in cognac pure aniline leather and good quality foam.
Only the cushion, not the chair.
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather
Set of 4 Vintage Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Dining Chairs in Beech &Teak
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This set of four chairs was made in Denmark during the 1960s. The frame is made of beech wood in a warm shade of brown. The backrest is made of teak and profiled to ensure comfort du...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Faux Leather, Beech, Teak
$1,800 Sale Price / set
20% Off
1960s Danish Lounge Chair
Located in Turners Falls, MA
1960s sculpted Danish Lounge Chair. Teak dowel legs. Floating armrest. Rarely seen chair.
We offer delivery to NYC for $425.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
Set of Six Dining Chairs by Richard Jensen and Kjaerulff Rasmussen
Located in Karlstad, SE
Set of 6 dining chairs by Richard Jensen and Kjaerulff Rasmussen, Denmark.
These chairs are made of solid teak. The design is inspired by traditio...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Teak
Poul Kjærholm PK 91 Stool by Fritz Hansen, Denmark
Located in Uithoorn, NL
Poul Kjærholm PK 91 Stool by Fritz Hansen, Denmark
The PK91 stool by Poul Kjærholm, made by Fritz Hansen, folds up in one smooth move—perfect for when you need an extra seat or just...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Steel
Sculptural Bertil Söderberg Sofa, Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden, 1940s
Located in The Hague, NL
This sculptural sofa was designed by Bertil Söderberg and produced by Nordiska Kompaniet in Sweden in the 1940s. The rare design is marked by the curv...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Beech
Six Teak Dining Chairs in Excellent Condition Customizable Upholstery Included
Located in Knebel, DK
Six teak dining chairs in excellent condition with customizable upholstery allowing you to get the color and material of upholstery you wish for.
The set of dining chairs in teak fe...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Teak
Alvar Aalto 3 Legged Stool Model 60, Beige Linoleum and Black Legs, Artek 1950s
Located in Helsinki, FI
An Artek stool in birch and beige linoleum, designed by Alvar Aalto and retailed by Artek in the 1950s. The model 60 stool is perhaps the most well known Aalto design and has always ...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Birch
Ib Kofod-Larsen Rosewood
Leather Samso Chair, 1958
Located in London, England
Ib Kofod-Larsen - Samso Lounge Chair, 1958
Rare lounge chair produced for Olof Perssons Fatoljindustri (OPE) in Jonkoping, Sweden and designed by Danish ...
Category
1950s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Two-Seat Sofa, Denmark, 1950, New Upholstery Bouclé Fabric
Located in Paris, FR
Beautiful two-seat curved sofa manufactured in the 1950s.
Lovely shape and curves. Very comfortable seat with two feather cushions covered of blue Kvadrat velvet.
Perfect condition,...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wool, Bouclé, Upholstery, Velvet, Beech
Danish Modern Sculpted Solid Rosewood Dining Chairs, Set of Eight
Located in South Bend, IN
A sleek and stylish set of eight mid-century Danish Modern sculpted rosewood dining chairs
By Vamdrup Stolefabrik
Denmark, Circa 1960s
Sculpted solid rosewood frames, with upholst...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Rosewood
1960s, Fully Restored Customizable Danish Teak Footstool
Located in Knebel, DK
1960s Fully restored and refinished Danish teak footstool with customizable upholstery.
The Danish footstool feature a minimalistic yet advanced Scandinavian modern design.
The foo...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Teak
Chair
Sto
by Jonas Bohlin ed. 4/70, 1990s
By Jonas Bohlin
Located in Stockholm, SE
Chair, “Sto,” edition 4/70, Jonas Bohlin Design AB, Stockholm.
Iron and oak, signed and numbered “STO 4/70 j BoHLiN 1990.
Category
1990s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Iron
Arne Norell Sirocco Safari Lounge Chairs in Black Leather and Ash, Sweden
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Pair of Sirocco Safari Lounge Chairs designed by Arne Norell and manufactured by Norell Möbel AB in Sweden, 1970s. Solid Ash wood frames with the original cushions in beautiful black...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Rope, Ash
20th Century Vintage Danish Teak Armchairs with Straps and Cushions
Located in Miami, FL
20th century vintage Danish teak armchairs with straps and cushions
This is unique Danish armchairs features a sturdy teak frame, straps back and seat, very comfortable seating. Vin...
Category
Mid-20th Century European Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Teak
Arne Norell Easy Chairs and Stools Model Ari by Arne Norell AB in Sweden
By Arne Norell
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare pair of easy chairs with foot stools model Ari designed by Arne Norell. Produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Steel
Easy Chair Model AP-15 Designed by Hans Wegner Produced by AP-Stolen in Denmark
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare easy chair model AP-15 designed by Hans Wegner. Produced by AP-Stolen in Denmark.
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Oak
In Between SK2 Chair, Oiled Oak
Noble Aniline Cognac Leather for &Tradition
Located in Dubai, AE
Inspired by the Scandinavian heritage of design and furniture craftmanship, In Between is a result of Sami Kallio’s solid grounding in traditional wood- working techniques and his ey...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Latvian Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Oak
Danish Modern Sculpted Solid Rosewood Dining Chairs, Set of Four
Located in South Bend, IN
A sleek and stylish set of four mid-century Danish Modern sculpted rosewood dining chairs
By Vamdrup Stolefabrik
Denmark, Circa 1960s
Sculpted solid rosewood frames, with upholste...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Rosewood
Series Seven Desk Chair 3117 by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen
Located in Dronten, NL
Mid-Century Modern office chair model 3117 with wheels and adjustable seat height. Designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen. Produced 1978, marked with label underneath the seat.
...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Danish Sofa in Brown Leather and Mahogany
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Sofa, leather, stained mahogany, Denmark, 1960s
This classic sofa of Danish origin features modest and subtle lines and shapes that emphasize the clear construction of the design. T...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Danish Modern Sculpted Solid Rosewood Dining Chairs, Set of Six
Located in South Bend, IN
A sleek and stylish set of six mid-century Danish Modern sculpted rosewood dining chairs
By Vamdrup Stolefabrik
Denmark, Circa 1960s
Sculpted solid rosewood frames, with upholster...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Rosewood
Custom Made Sheepskin Karu Sofa with Ball Feet 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 Seating
Materials
Sheepskin, Beech, Oak
$10,281 / item
Armchair by Ejnar Larsen
Aksel Bender Madsen for Willy Beck, Leather, 1949
Located in Rosendahl, DE
Very rare and iconic armchair from the 1950s, crafted from premium teak wood and upholstered in high-quality leather. Designed by Aksel Bender Madsen and Ejner Larsen, this vintage p...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Teak
Hans Wegner CH38 Dining Chairs in White Oak for Carl Hansen
Søn, Denmark, 1960
Located in Oakland, CA
Designed by Hans J. Wegner, this set of CH38 dining chairs was produced by Carl Hansen & Søn in Denmark, 1960. Crafted from white oak, the chairs feature slightly curved backrests an...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Alvar Aalto chair model 62 by Artek 1950s
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Espoo, FI
Model 62 chair, designed by Alvar Aalto and manufactured by Artek. The chair is from around 1950s, and in good used condition. There is an old Artek stamp in the bottom of the chair.
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Birch, Fabric
Pair of Kai Kristiansen
Paper Knife
Easychairs 1960s
Located in Handewitt, DE
Pair of fine Kai Kristiansen 'Paper Knife' easychairs. Manufactured by Magnus Olesen in beautiful wood. Designed 1963. Original cushions in green fabric. Early production.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Wood
Four-Seat Sofa by Hans Olsen, White/ Ivory Leather with Rosewood Legs. Restored.
By Hans Olsen
Located in Kansas City, MO
Early Hans Olsen long four-seat sofa with Brazilian rosewood legs. This has undergone a complete restoration and upholstered in butter soft ivory leather. Comfortable and stunning.
Category
1960s Norwegian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Inca Easy Chair by Arne Norell, 1970s
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
The very comfortable "Inca" chair in original buffalo leather.
Designed by Arne Norell, produced by Norell Möbel AB in Aneby, Sweden.
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Brass
Custom Made Sampo Sheepskin Wing Chair
Located in London, England
Dagmar Design - Sampo Wing Chair
This obscure design originated from the workshop of little-known Copenhagen upholsterer Christian Sorensen in the early 1...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Sheepskin, Beech, Oak
$8,108 / item
Pair of Easy Chairs 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 Seating
Materials
Oak, Cane
Hans J. wegner GE-236/4 Sofa Getama Denmark 1960s
Located in Handewitt, DE
In very good vintage condition, ready for use.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Four (4) Niels O. Moller Model 66 Rosewood and Leather Armchairs - Restored
Located in Oakland, CA
Mid-century Danish rosewood armchairs designed by Niels Moller for J.L. Moller, Model 66, Denmark, circa 1974. The chair frames are crafted from solid santos rosewood, showcasing scu...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Werner West, Side Chair, Bentwood, Finland, 1930s
By Werner West
Located in High Point, NC
A stained bentwood side chair designed by Werner West and produced by Wilhelm Schauman Fanerfabrik AB, Jyväskylä, Finland, 1930s.
Seat height: 17.38”
Category
1930s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Bentwood
Stool in Oak and Cane by Ølholm Møbelfabrik, Denmark, 1950s, Scandinavian Modern
Located in Odense, DK
Beautiful vintage Danish modern "Ølholm" stool with floating seat in woven cane. An iconic and rare piece of Danish design from the 1950s. Great condition.
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Cane, Oak
$1,330 Sale Price
20% Off
Set of Four Adjustable Stools by Jørgen Rasmussen for Fritz Hansen
Located in New York, NY
Sophisticated, architectural, set of four adjustable swivel stools by Jorgen Rasmussen for Fritz Hansen. Constructed of blue finish bent plywood, on chrome and aluminum bases, wit...
Category
Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Aluminum
Early 1930s Art Deco Two-Seater Sofa by Flemming Lassen, Denmark
Located in Odense, DK
Amazing and early Art Deco two-seat sofa attributed to Danish architect Flemming Lassen and manufactured by the high end furniture store "L.H. Qvesehl" in the 1930s. The sofa is typi...
Category
1930s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Beech
Long Norwegian Modern Exposed Teak Sofa with Original Upholstery
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-Century Modern sofa with a continuous, exposed teak arm / back trim (Norway, ca. 1960s). Retains the original upholstery composed of a charcoal wool frame with a contrasting cush...
Category
1960s Norwegian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Wool, Teak
Helge Sibast
Børge Rammeskov 8 Dining Chairs in Rosewood and Fabric, 1962
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Set of 8 Dining Chairs in Rosewood by Helge Sibast & Børge Rammeskov, 1962
Additional Information:
Material: Rosewood and reupholstered in Gabriel Savak plain (by Tove Kindt Larsen)...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Rosewood, Fabric
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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