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
Swedish Designer, Lounge Chairs, Fabric, Wood, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of beige brown-striped fabric and wood lounge chairs designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Minor to moderate wear to fabric (one has fraying on armrest).
Minor scuffing...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Pair of Nordiska Kompaniet Stools/ Side Tables in Solid Pine, Sweden, 1940s
Located in The Hague, NL
This rare pair of stools/side tables was produced by Nordiska Kompaniet in Sweden in the 1940s. Crafted from solid pine, the pieces have developed a beautiful natural patina over tim...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Pine
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
Madsen
Schubell Sheepskin Pragh Chair
Stool c1950s
Located in London, England
Madsen & Schubell - Pragh Chair & Stool, 1948
The iconic Pragh chair was designed and produced in 1948 by Danish duo Arnold Madsen & Henry Schubell. The Pragh was a natural successo...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Sheepskin, Elm
$21,971 / set
Midcentury Modern Lounge Chairs by Fredrik Kayser, Norway, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pair of elegant fire place chairs by Fredrik Kayser, with teak frames, beautifully sculpted. Neat size. Backs and seats upholstered with offwhite sheepskin.
Category
1950s Norwegian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Sheepskin, Teak
Pair of Mid-Century Swedish Armchairs by Bruno Mathsson, Model "Eva", 1960s
Located in Odense, DK
A beautiful pair of mid-century Swedish easy chairs, crafted in the 1960s by Bruno Mathsson, Sweden. Celebrated for his innovative approach to functionalist furniture design, Mathsso...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Birch, Fabric, Textile
1950s, Danish armchair, green furniture velour, ash wood legs.
Located in Tarm, 82
1950s, Danish armchair. Green furniture velour, ash wood legs, springs in the seat. Chair was reupholstered by craftsman about 15 years ago. Very good condition: no smells, no stain...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Velvet, Ash
Pair of Swedish 1940s Mid-size Lounge Chairs in the Style of Carl-Johan Boman
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Beautiful pair of 1940s Scandinavian easy chairs in the style of Finnish Design Icon, Carl-Johan Boman. Very elegant with their distinct shape, playful lines and harmonious proportio...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Wool, Elm
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 Seating
Materials
Leather, Beech
$6,558 / item
Kaare Klint, a Pair of Safari Chairs in Ash
Leather, Rud. Rasmussen, 1960s
By Kaare Klint
Located in Odense, DK
A gorgeous pair of vintage Safari chairs in a lovely patinated cognac leather and solid ash. Designed in 1933 by Kaare Klint and manufactured by Rud. Rasmussen, Copenhagen, Denmark. ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood, Ash
Poul M. Volther Lounge Chair, Corona
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Poul M. Volther lounge chair in original black leather.
Frame of brushed steel.
Model EJ-5 Corona, made by Erik Jørgensen.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Stainless Steel
Six Moller Model-71 Dining Chairs w Peter Hvidt Model-311 Dining Table, 1950s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A wonderful pairing of six Moller Model-71 dining chairs with rush seating and a Peter Hvidt Model-311 Extendable teak dining table. This set was originally purchased in circa late 1...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Teak, Rush
$10,400 Sale Price / set
24% Off
Finnish Designer, Sofa, Fabric, Wood, Finland, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A dark-stained wood and beige fabric sofa designed and produced in Finland, c. 1940s.
Seat Height (inches): 17”
Arm Height (inches): 24"
All items ship from High Point, North Caro...
Category
1940s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Poul Kjærholm Chair "PK-22" in Patinated Leather by E. Kold Christensen, 1960s
Located in Odense, DK
Rare early E. Kold Christensen production "PK-22" by Poul Kjærholm in original dark brown aniline leather with an amazing deep patina. The leather and canvas upholstery work on these...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Steel
Fritz Hansen Model 1590 Lounge Chair, Denmark 1940s
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Hellouw, NL
Rare and magnificent; this Model 1590 lounge chair was produced in the 1940s by Fritz Hansen, the famous Danish furniture manufacturer. The Model 1590 lounge chair carries significan...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Elm
Series 7 Chairs by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, 2000s. Set of 4.
Located in Asaa, DK
Series 7 Chairs by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, 2000s. Set of 4.
Arne Jacobsen stacking dining chairs Model 3107 with cognac leather removable upholstery.
Model 3107 also know as...
Category
Early 2000s Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Bentwood
1950s, Danish 2-seater sofa, original green furniture velour, oak wood.
Located in Tarm, 82
1950s, Danish 2-seater sofa. Original green furniture velour, oak wood, springs in the seat. Original good condition: no smells, no stains and stable construction. Manufactured by Da...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Velvet, Oak
Danish Modern TV Bench Sofa Model 161 by Hans Olsen Bramin, Denmark, 1960s
Located in Rosendahl, DE
Modular teak TV bench model 161 by Hans Olsen for Bramin, Denmark. The set consists of a bench, two seating modules and a table. Four cushions are included. We...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Teak
Scandinavian Mid-Century Dining Chairs in Pine and Sheepskin, Set of 6
Located in Karis, Nyland
Set of six sheepskin and pine dining chairs from Scandinavia, circa 1970. Unique chair model.
Upholstered with soft beige sheepskin.
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Sheepskin, Pine
$3,940 Sale Price / set
31% Off
Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Arne Norell Easy Chair, Sweden 1970s.
Located in Asaa, DK
Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Arne Norell Easy Chair, Sweden 1970s.
Safari Chair in green leather, stained beech and brass fittings model "Dickie". Designed by Arne Norell and man...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Beech
Niels Otto Moller
Model 71
Dining Chairs for J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik, c 1950s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This incredible set of six 'Model 71' teak dining by Niels Otto Møller for J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik, circa 1950s, was just refinished and ready to be placed immediately into your int...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Papercord, Teak
$6,850 Sale Price / set
23% Off
Big Big Chair
Armchair in Sheepskin Moonlight by Norr11
Located in Paris, IDF
BIG BIG CHAIR Armchair
Signed by Kristian Sofus Hansen and Tommy Hyldahl for Norr11.
Model shown on the picture:
Fabric: Sheepskin (09 MOONLIGHT)
Made in Italy
Appropriately named, the Big Big Chair is the bigger version of the compact Little Big Chair...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Sheepskin
$10,017 / item
Arne Jacobsen Iconic Egg Chair Cognac Leather Early 60s Original Fritz Hansen
Located in Forest, BE
Early original Egg chair by master Danish architect Arne Jacobsen. Model designed for the Royal Hotel SAS in Copenhagen and completed in 1958. Lots of patina and traces of use but th...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Aluminum
$17,887 Sale Price
50% Off
JH 502 Swivel Chair by Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen, Denmark 1950s
Located in Rosendahl, DE
JH 502 Swivel Chair by Hans Wegner
Johannes Hansen, 1950s
Early edition of the swivel chair Model 502 by Hans Wegner from the 1950s. The chair has th...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Steel
Studio
Sofa by Norr11, Modular Sofa, Setup 8, Beige
By Norr11
Located in Paris, IDF
STUDIO sofa by Kristian Sofus Hansen & Tommy Hyldahl for Nor11
Measures: setup 8 modules : 1 large, 1 medium, 1 small, 2 curve, 1 corner, 1 ottoman, 2 armrest)
Measures: W. 406 cm / D. 400 cm / H. 70cm / seating H. 42cm
Model shown: Barnum boucle 3
Modular sofa: assemble different modules to create your composition
Wide range of fabrics and colors
CAT 1: Fame
CAT 2: Barnum, Breeze Fusion, Savoy
CAT 3: Fiord, Hallingdal, Savanna, Zero*, Steelcut Trio, Moss, Safire
CAT 4: Baru
CAT 5: Dunes, Spectrum/Noir
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 Seating
Materials
Foam
$24,207 / item
"Trienna" Leather Lounge Chair by Carl-Axel Acking
Located in Stockholm, SE
“Trienna” lounge chair by Carl-Axel Acking, made from oak and leather. This model was designed in 1957 and presented at the Milano Triennial that ...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Oak
Oxford Midcentury Black Leather Chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, 1960s
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Scandinavian midcentury modern design swivel “Oxford” office desk chair designed by Arne Jacobsen and produced by Fritz Hansen with black leather upholstery and metal foot, manufactu...
Category
1660s Danish Antique Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Metal
Little Big Chair
Swivel Armchair in Sheepskin Moonlight by Norr11
Located in Paris, IDF
Little big chair armchair
Signed by Kristian Sofus Hansen and Tommy Hyldahl for Norr11.
Model shown on the picture:
Fabric: Sheepskin (09 moonlight)
Made in Italy
With its sculptu...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Sheepskin
Model "Euroform" Sofa, Maija Ruoslahti, Sopenkorpi, 1960s
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Model "Euroform" sofa, design Maija Ruoslahti, manufactured by Sopenkorpi, Finland, 1960s. Teak frame, brass details, beautiful original velvet -like fabric upholstery. Good original...
Category
1960s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Brass
1970s, Danish 2-seater sofa, original green furniture wool, beech wood.
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Danish 2-seater sofa. Original green furniture wool, beech wood legs, springs in the seat. Original good condition: no smells, no stains and stable construction. Manufactured ...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Wool, Beech
Very rare Outdoor Bench by Poul Cadovius 1960s
Located in Handewitt, DE
Very rare and large outdoor bench by Poul Cadovius. Made in fiberglass. Denmark 1960s. Our information is, that Poul Cadovius designed this bench only in 5 pieces for the big furnitu...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Fiberglass
Børge Mogensen – Brown Leather Wingback Chair
Located in Kastrup, DK
Børge Mogensen, Danish 1914-1972
High back wingchair in cognac colored leather and mahogany legs.
Designed by Børge Mogensen, manufactured by Fredericia in Denmark, 1960's. Model no...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Big Big Chair
Armchair in Sheepskin by Norr11
Located in Paris, IDF
BIG BIG CHAIR Armchair
Signed by Kristian Sofus Hansen and Tommy Hyldahl for Norr11.
Model shown on the picture:
Fabric: Sheepskin (07 Sahara)
Made in Italy
Appropriately named, the Big Big Chair is the bigger version of the compact Little Big Chair...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Sheepskin
$10,017 / item
Danish Designer, Lounge Chair, Wood, Velvet, Denmark, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A wood and yellow velvet lounge chair designed and produced in Denmark, c. 1940s.
Seat height: 14"
All upholstered furniture can be reupholstered upon request for an additional fee...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Lounge chair by John Bertil Häggström for IKEA, Sweden, 1970s
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Great lounge chair designed by John Bertil Häggström for IKEA, Sweden, during the 1970s.
Made in chrome with leather cushions.
Whole group available in our store with a three-seate...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Chrome
12 Mid Century Danish Modern Teak Leather Dining Chairs by Kai Lyngfeldt Larsen
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Spectacular and rare set of 12, Twelve dining chairs by Kai Lyngfeldt Larsen in Teak and newly reupholstered in high quality brown Faux Leather. 10 side chairs and 2 captains chairs ...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Faux Leather, Teak
Niels Koefoed Dining Chairs, Model "Lis", 1960s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Niels Koefoed dining chairs made in soap treated oak.
Upholstered with patinated tan leather.
Model Lis, made by Niels Koefoeds Møbelfabrik Hornslet, 1960s.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Oak
Lounge chairs
Natura
by Karin Mobring for IKEA, Sweden, 1970s
By IKEA
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Great pair of saught after 'Natura' lounge chairs designed by Karin Mobring for IKEA, Sweden, during the 1970s.
Made in pine and leather.
Beautiful patina.
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Pine
Lounge Chair by Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Lounge chair by Henning Kjærnulf, made of oak and new upholstered with honey coloured shearling.
Refreshing design with bold Baroque coming together nicely with midcentury modernism...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Wool, Oak
$5,956 / item
Scandinavian Midcentury Carl Malmsten Boucle "Samsas" Sofa, Sweden, 1960s
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
This mid century icon sofa was designed by Carl Malmsten and this one was produced by O.H Sjögren. The sofa has a have new high quality off white boucle fabric and reupholstered by o...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric
Hippo
Bar Chair 65 by Norr11, Light Smoked Oak, Barnum Bouclé col.3
Located in Paris, IDF
HIPPO Bar Chair
Signed by Kristian Sofus Hansen and Tommy Hyldahl for Norr11.
Model shown on the picture:
Wood: Light Smoked Oak
Fabric: Barnum Bouclé 3
W...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Wool, Oak
Hans J. Wegner Lounge Chair / Rocking Chair
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner lounge chair / rocking chair original black leather upholstery.
Frame of soap treated oak
Model Nøglehullet, made by GETAMA.
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Oak
Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, Model Razorblade, Denmark, Oak
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Set of striking dining chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, made of oak and HOLIDAY BIRILLINO sand/white fabric from C&C Milano
Refreshing design with bold Baroque coming together nicely wit...
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Mohair, Velvet, Oak
Black Danish Mid Century V11 Sofa by Illum Wikkelsø in Leather
Rosewood, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare Danish mid century "V11" sofa in dark patinated and original leather with sculptural rosewood wooden legs by Illum Wikkelsø produced by Holger Christiansen in Denmark, 1960s.
I...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Swedish Grace Stool "Ceasar" by Axel Einar Hjorth, NK, Sweden, 1930s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Elegant stool by Axel Einar Hjorth, model called “Ceasar”. Made from painted wood with gilded decor. Seat upholstered with horsehair fabric.
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Wood
Bruno Mathsson Pernilla Chaise Lounge Chair and Ottoman
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Bruno Mathsson Pernilla Chaise Lounge and Ottoman. This set dates to about 2005. Still presents very well with a couple flaws photographed and shown in the photos. Sits very well, st...
Category
Early 2000s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Cotton, Birch
Ditte
Adrian Heath cantilever Dining Chairs in Ash and Leather, France
Søn
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Dining Room Chairs (Model 594) desinged by Ditte
Adrian Heath for France
Søn, Denmark 1970s. The chairs are made of solid Ash wood and are in good vintage condition with ...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Ash
$3,150 Sale Price / set
30% Off
Mid Century Modern Recliner Stressless Lounge Chairs
Ottoman by Ekornes
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous c1970 Stressless Lounge recliner with ottoman by Ekornes of Norway. Brown leather is in excellent condition with a minor crease on the ottoman. Chrome is bright and shiny. M...
Category
1970s Norwegian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Chrome
12 "Cowhorn" Dining Chairs by Knud Færch for Slagelse Møbelværk, Denmark, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Set of twelve “Cowhorn” dining chairs by Knud Færch, made from teak with dark cognac leather seats. Beautifully sculpted backrests in a distinct, undulating form.
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Teak
1930s Swedish Beech Rope Cord Armchair by Axel Larsson for Bodafors Scandinavian
Located in Sherborne, Dorset
A lovely example of a 1930s Swedish armchair designed by Axel Larsson and made by Bodafors, with beautifully curved honey-coloured beech armrests and its period woven rope cord seat ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Cord, Papercord, Beech
Counter Stool
BAIA
by Kensaku Oshiro x DK3, Chrome Frame, Grey Fabric
By Kensaku Oshiro, DK3
Located in Paris, IDF
BAIA Counter Stool
Steel frame, wooden or upholstered backrest
Model shown on main image:
Frame: Chrome
Backrest: Fabric
Fabric: Balmoral 91
Dimensions:
H. 89 x 58 x 50 cm / Seat h...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Set of 12 Dining Chairs by Axel Larsson
By Axel Larsson, Bodafors
Located in Stockholm, SE
Set of 12 beautiful dining chairs in stained elmwood and leather by Axel Larsson, custom made for a Swedish Court of Appeals. Dignified design with tall backs, discreet curves and a ...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Brass
$12,509 / set
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
Hoop Chairs, A Pair, by Ib Kofod-Larsen for Selig, Denmark, c. 1964
Located in Culver City, CA
Rare Pair of All-Original IB Kofod-Larsen Hoop Chairs in Walnut
Cobalt
Offered here is a rare and exceptional pair of IB Kofod-Larsen’s iconic Hoop Chairs, crafted in solid walnut and featuring their original cobalt blue patterned cushions...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Haimi, Sofa, Wood, Fabric, Finland, 1940s
By Haimi
Located in High Point, NC
An off-white fabric and wood sofa produced by Haimi, Finland, c. 1940s.
Reupholstery recommended.
Moderate staining on left side of seat cushion.
Tear on outside back and some fra...
Category
1940s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Illum Wikkelsø Easy Chairs with Ottoman Model Capella
Located in Vienna, AT
Illum Wikkelsø. Solid hardwood armchair, new upholstered in black leather. Related stool H. 35 cm. Manufactured by N. Eilersen, model Capella. Traces of age and wear, including among...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
Carl Malmsten Vintage Samspel Sofa in Mohair Velvet 1950s
Located in London, England
Carl Malmsten - Samspel Sofa, 1956
The Samspel sofa was designed in 1956 and first produced by AB Record in Bollnäs, Sweden. It is one of the finest pieces to be designed by Malmste...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Mohair, Velvet, Beech
Pair of Esko Pajamies Lounge Chairs in Raf Simons Fabric, Merva Finland, 1960s
Located in The Hague, NL
This exceptionally rare pair of lounge chairs was designed by Esko Pajamies and produced by the Finnish company Merva in the 1960s. The rectangular shape of the seat, armrests and ba...
Category
1960s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Danish Modern Late 1950
s Lounge Chair by Georg Thams
By Georg Thams
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Beautiful Late 1950's or early 1960's classic danish modern lounge chair on tapered teak legs made from oak. The angled back rest and thick padded seating offer maximum comfort. A sl...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Wool, Oak
Hans J. Wegner Lounge Chair, Model GE-375
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner lounge chair with loose cushions new upholstered with Grey Hallingdal wool from Kvadrat.
Frame of oak. With armrests.
Model GE-375, made by GETAMA.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Wool, Oak
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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