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1940’s Danish Curved Sofa
1940’s Danish Curved Sofa

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

1940’s Curved Danish Sofa
1940’s Curved Danish Sofa

1940’s Curved Danish Sofa

By Fritz Hansen

Located in Turners Falls, MA

1940’s Danish Curved Sofa. Red velvet upholstery. Beech wood legs. Delivery to NYC area available for $425. Please inquire prior to purchase.

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet

Garden Sofa in Cast Iron and Wood, 1940's
Garden Sofa in Cast Iron and Wood, 1940's

Garden Sofa in Cast Iron and Wood, 1940's

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

Garden Sofa in Cast Iron and Wood, 1940's Additional Information: Material: Cast iron and wood Style: Mid century, Scandinavian Probably produced in Sweden Dimensions (W x D x H): 1...

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20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

Danish Cabinetmaker PMJ Sofa, Denmark, 1940’S
Danish Cabinetmaker PMJ Sofa, Denmark, 1940’S

Danish Cabinetmaker PMJ Sofa, Denmark, 1940’S

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Beautiful sofa from the 1940's Denmark moving into the design of the 50's. Please note we have the pair of chairs that are part of the same design.

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Muslin, Upholstery

Mogens Lassen Rare Scandinavian Modern Sofa in Ivory Sheepskin, Denmark, 1940s
Mogens Lassen Rare Scandinavian Modern Sofa in Ivory Sheepskin, Denmark, 1940s

Mogens Lassen Rare Scandinavian Modern Sofa in Ivory Sheepskin, Denmark, 1940s

By Mogens Lassen

Located in New York, NY

This iconic 1940s Danish modernist sofa is a rare model built with impeccable craftsmanship and exhibiting classic minimalist design including soft organic curves. 

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Bouclé, Wood, Beech

Sofa in Ash Legs with Original Velvet Mohair Fabric by Flemming Lassen, 1940's
Sofa in Ash Legs with Original Velvet Mohair Fabric by Flemming Lassen, 1940's

Sofa in Ash Legs with Original Velvet Mohair Fabric by Flemming Lassen, 1940's

By Flemming Lassen

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

Sofa in Ash Legs with Original Velvet Mohair Fabric by Flemming Lassen, 1940's Additional Information: Material: Ash legs with original velvet mohair fabric Style: Mid century, Scan...

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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Ash, Velvet

Curved Danish Sheepskin Sofa, 1940s
Curved Danish Sheepskin Sofa, 1940s

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

Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Sheepskin

Märta Blomstedt Sofa, Finland, 1940s
Märta Blomstedt Sofa, Finland, 1940s

Märta Blomstedt Sofa, Finland, 1940s

By Märta Blomstedt

Located in The Hague, NL

This rare sofa was designed by Märta Blomstedt and produced in Finland in the 1940s. The sofa has been fully reconditioned and newly upholstered in a white bouclé fabric. One of the...

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Vintage 1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Bouclé, Birch

Kaj Gottlob Attributed Leather Sofa, 1940s
Kaj Gottlob Attributed Leather Sofa, 1940s

Kaj Gottlob Attributed Leather Sofa, 1940s

By Kaj Gottlob

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

This very rare sofa, attributed to Danish architect and designer Kaj Gottlob, exemplifies the seamless integration of tradition and modernity that defines early Scandinavian modernis...

Category

20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Beech

Carl-Johan Boman, Finnish 1940's curved sofa for Boman Oy
Carl-Johan Boman, Finnish 1940's curved sofa for Boman Oy

Carl-Johan Boman, Finnish 1940's curved sofa for Boman Oy

By Carl-Johan Boman, Boman OY

Located in Turku, Varsinais-Suomi

Introducing the Carl-Johan Boman Finnish 1940's curved sofa, a classic piece of Scandinavian modern design from the prestigious Boman Oy.

Category

Vintage 1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Birch

Swedish Modern, Sheep skin sofa, 1940s
Swedish Modern, Sheep skin sofa, 1940s

Swedish Modern, Sheep skin sofa, 1940s

Located in Uppsala, SE

Rare Swedish Modern sofa in sheep skin, 1940s. Superb rounded shaped armrests. New off-white sheepskin upholstery with natural linen buttons on the back. Legs of lacquered birch. Ver...

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Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Sheepskin, Birch

Rare Danish Mid-Century Sofa, 1940s
Rare Danish Mid-Century Sofa, 1940s

Rare Danish Mid-Century Sofa, 1940s

Located in Lejre, DK

Comfortable sofa in velvet, designed and made in Denmark 1940s. Original condition.

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Danish 1940s Sheepskin Love Seat Sofa
Danish 1940s Sheepskin Love Seat Sofa

Danish 1940s Sheepskin Love Seat Sofa

Located in London, England

Danish Cabinetmaker Love Seat Scallop Sofa, c1940s A uniquely shaped love-seat sofa designed and made in Denmark in the 1940s. This example has been reupholstered in luxurious choco...

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Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Sheepskin, Beech

Sten Blomberg, Sofa, Elm, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Sten Blomberg, Sofa, Elm, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s

Sten Blomberg, Sofa, Elm, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s

By Sten Blomberg

Located in High Point, NC

An elm and red fabric sofa designed by Sten Blomberg and produced by Meeths, Göteborg, Sweden, c. 1940s. Wear consistent with age and use. Vintage fabric in fair condition, ideally...

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Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Elm

Swedish Designer, Sofa, Velvet, Wood, Sweden, 1940s
Swedish Designer, Sofa, Velvet, Wood, Sweden, 1940s

Swedish Designer, Sofa, Velvet, Wood, Sweden, 1940s

Located in High Point, NC

A green velvet and dark-stained wood sofa designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s. Wear consistent with age and use. Vintage fabric in fair condition with traces of age and use, ...

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Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Swedish Designer, Sofa, Wood, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Swedish Designer, Sofa, Wood, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s

Swedish Designer, Sofa, Wood, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s

Located in High Point, NC

A curved red fabric and wood sofa designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s. Fabric distressed; reupholstery recommended. Overall Dimensions (inches): 31.0"H x 100.0"W x 48.0"D Se...

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Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Danish Designer, Sofa, Velvet, Wood, Denmark, 1940s
Danish Designer, Sofa, Velvet, Wood, Denmark, 1940s

Danish Designer, Sofa, Velvet, Wood, Denmark, 1940s

Located in High Point, NC

A blue velvet and wood sofa designed and produced in Denmark, c. 1940s. Staining to fabric, ideally reupholstered. Wear consistent with age and use. Overall Dimensions (inches): 27...

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Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Danish Designer, Sofa, Fabric, Wood, Denmark, 1940s
Danish Designer, Sofa, Fabric, Wood, Denmark, 1940s

Danish Designer, Sofa, Fabric, Wood, Denmark, 1940s

Located in High Point, NC

A beige fabric and wood sofa designed and produced in Denmark, c. 1940s. Wear consistent with age and use. Reupholstered at some point in history, stain to back as illustrated. Ove...

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Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Swedish Designer, Sofa, Fabric, Wood, Sweden, 1940s
Swedish Designer, Sofa, Fabric, Wood, Sweden, 1940s

Swedish Designer, Sofa, Fabric, Wood, Sweden, 1940s

Located in High Point, NC

A green blue fabric and wood sofa designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s. Vintage fabric in fair to distressed condition, reupholstery recommended. Overall Dimensions (inches): ...

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Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Göperts Möbler, Sofa, Pine, Velvet, Sweden, 1940s
Göperts Möbler, Sofa, Pine, Velvet, Sweden, 1940s

Göperts Möbler, Sofa, Pine, Velvet, Sweden, 1940s

By Göperts Möbler

Located in High Point, NC

A pine and yellow velvet "Åre" sofa or settee designed and produced by Göperts Möbler, Sweden, c. 1940s. Wear of wood frame consistent with age and use. Reupholstered in brand new ...

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Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Pine

Swedish Designer, Sofa, Fabric, Wood, Sweden, 1940s
Swedish Designer, Sofa, Fabric, Wood, Sweden, 1940s

Swedish Designer, Sofa, Fabric, Wood, Sweden, 1940s

Located in High Point, NC

A red pink fabric and wood sofa designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s. Vintage fabric in distressed condition, reupholstery recommended. Mild to moderate scuffing on feet. Ove...

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Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Swedish Designer, Sofa, Wood, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Swedish Designer, Sofa, Wood, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s

Swedish Designer, Sofa, Wood, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s

Located in High Point, NC

A floral-printed fabric and wood sofa designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s Seat cushion has minor stains and fabric abrasion consistent with gentle use. Feet exhibit moderate ...

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Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Danish Designer, Sofa, Fabric, Wood, Denmark, 1940s
Danish Designer, Sofa, Fabric, Wood, Denmark, 1940s

Danish Designer, Sofa, Fabric, Wood, Denmark, 1940s

Located in High Point, NC

A blue fabric and wood sofa designed and produced in Denmark, c. 1940s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 28.0"H x 67.0"W x 35.0"D Seat Height (inches): 16.75" Arm Height (inches): 28....

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Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Sofa 'Värend' by Carl Malmsten, Sweden, 1940s
Sofa 'Värend' by Carl Malmsten, Sweden, 1940s

Sofa 'Värend' by Carl Malmsten, Sweden, 1940s

By Carl Malmsten

Located in Eskilstuna, SE

Sofa designed by Carl Malmsten in Sweden during the 1940s. Model 'Värend' with an elegant design made in elm.

Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Elm

Danish Designer, Sofa, Fabric, Wood, Denmark, 1940s
Danish Designer, Sofa, Fabric, Wood, Denmark, 1940s

Danish Designer, Sofa, Fabric, Wood, Denmark, 1940s

Located in High Point, NC

A yellow floral-printed fabric and wood sofa designed and produced in Denmark, c. 1940s. Wear to wood legs consistent with age and use Vintage fabric in fair condition, ideally rep...

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Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Göperts Möbler, Sofa, Pine, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Göperts Möbler, Sofa, Pine, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s

Göperts Möbler, Sofa, Pine, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s

By Göperts Möbler

Located in High Point, NC

A dark-stained pine and white fabric "Åre" sofa or settee designed and produced by Göperts Möbler, Sweden, c. 1940s.  Dimensions: 32” H x 49.75” W x 29” D Seat height: 18”

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Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Pine

Tor Wolfenstein, Sofa, Fabric, Wood, Sweden, 1940s
Tor Wolfenstein, Sofa, Fabric, Wood, Sweden, 1940s

Tor Wolfenstein, Sofa, Fabric, Wood, Sweden, 1940s

By Tor Wolfenstein

Located in High Point, NC

A green fabric and wood sofa designed by Tor Wolfenstein and produced by Ditzingers, Sweden, 1940s. Dimensions: 32” H x 72” W x 40” D Seat Height (inches): 16.5" All items ship fr...

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Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

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Fabric, Wood

Tor Wolfenstein, Sofa, Velvet, Wood, Sweden, 1940s
Tor Wolfenstein, Sofa, Velvet, Wood, Sweden, 1940s

Tor Wolfenstein, Sofa, Velvet, Wood, Sweden, 1940s

By Tor Wolfenstein

Located in High Point, NC

An organic wood and green velvet sofa, designed by Tor Wolfenstein and produced by Ditzingers, Sweden, c. 1940s. Seat height: 17.5”

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Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Fine Sofa Table by Frits Henningsen 1940s
Fine Sofa Table by Frits Henningsen 1940s

Fine Sofa Table by Frits Henningsen 1940s

By Frits Henningsen

Located in Handewitt, DE

Fine sofa table with 4 drawers (2 each side) and brass shoes and handles. Produced by the famous danish cabinetmaker Frits Henningsen, Copenhagen Denmark. Made in finest wood and qua...

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Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofa Tables

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Wood

Swedish Designer, Sofa, Birch, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Swedish Designer, Sofa, Birch, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s

Swedish Designer, Sofa, Birch, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s

Located in High Point, NC

A stained birch and floral printed fabric sofa designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s. Dimensions: 30.5” H x 70” W x 34” D Seat Height (inches): 14.75" Arm Height (inches): 23"...

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Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Birch

Swedish Designer, Sofa, Wood, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Swedish Designer, Sofa, Wood, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s

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...

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Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Danish Designer, Sofa, Wood, Fabric, Denmark, 1940s
Danish Designer, Sofa, Wood, Fabric, Denmark, 1940s

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”

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Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Finnish Designer, Sofa, Fabric, Wood, Finland, 1940s
Finnish Designer, Sofa, Fabric, Wood, Finland, 1940s

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...

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Vintage 1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

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Fabric, Wood

Carl Cederholm, Sofa, Fabric, Wood, Sweden, 1940s
Carl Cederholm, Sofa, Fabric, Wood, Sweden, 1940s

Carl Cederholm, Sofa, Fabric, Wood, Sweden, 1940s

By Carl Cederholm

Located in High Point, NC

A green fabric and dark-stained wood sofa designed by Carl Cederholm and produced by Stil & Form, Sweden, 1940s. Seat Height (inches): 17” Arm Height (inches): 23.5" All items shi...

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Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

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Fabric, Wood

Tor Wolfenstein, Sofa, Mohair, Wood, Sweden, 1940s
Tor Wolfenstein, Sofa, Mohair, Wood, Sweden, 1940s

Tor Wolfenstein, Sofa, Mohair, Wood, Sweden, 1940s

By Tor Wolfenstein

Located in High Point, NC

An organic wood and grey mohair sofa, designed by Tor Wolfenstein and produced by Ditzingers, Sweden, c. 1940s. 18" seat height

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Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Mohair, Wood

Cushman Furniture, Sofa, Wood, Fabric, USA, 1940s
Cushman Furniture, Sofa, Wood, Fabric, USA, 1940s

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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Vintage 1940s American Scandinavian Modern Sofas

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Fabric, Wood

Danish Designer, Sofa, Velvet, Wood, Denmark, 1940s
Danish Designer, Sofa, Velvet, Wood, Denmark, 1940s

Danish Designer, Sofa, Velvet, Wood, Denmark, 1940s

Located in High Point, NC

A curved wood and green velvet sofa designed and produced in Denmark, c. 1940s. Seat Height (inches): 15.5" Arm Height (inches): 25" All upholstered furniture can be reupholstered...

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Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

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Velvet, Wood

Swedish Designer, Sofa, Wood, Shearling, Sweden, 1940s
Swedish Designer, Sofa, Wood, Shearling, Sweden, 1940s

Swedish Designer, Sofa, Wood, Shearling, Sweden, 1940s

Located in High Point, NC

An organic shearling and wood sofa designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s. Seat Height (inches): 18" Arm Height (inches): 25.75" All upholstered furniture can be reupholstered ...

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Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

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Sheepskin, Wood

Frits Henningsen, Sofa, Mahogany, Fabric, Denmark, 1940s
Frits Henningsen, Sofa, Mahogany, Fabric, Denmark, 1940s

Frits Henningsen, Sofa, Mahogany, Fabric, Denmark, 1940s

By Frits Henningsen

Located in High Point, NC

A stained mahogany and yellow horsehair fabric sofa or settee designed and produced by Frits Henningsen, Denmark, 1940s. Seat Height (inches): 18” Arm Height (inches): 25.25" All ...

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Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

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Fabric, Mahogany

Göperts möbler, Sofa, Pine, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Göperts möbler, Sofa, Pine, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s

Göperts möbler, Sofa, Pine, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s

By Göperts Möbler

Located in High Point, NC

A pine "Åre" sofa or settee designed and produced by Göperts Möbler, Sweden, c. 1940s.  Seat Height (inches): 15” Arm Height (inches): 23.5" All upholstered furniture can be reuph...

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Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

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Fabric, Pine

Bertil Söderberg, Sofa, Fabric, Beech, Sweden, 1940s
Bertil Söderberg, Sofa, Fabric, Beech, Sweden, 1940s

Bertil Söderberg, Sofa, Fabric, Beech, Sweden, 1940s

By Bertil Söderberg 1, NK (Nordiska Kompaniet)

Located in High Point, NC

A stained beech and green fabric two-seater sofa or settee, designed by Bertil Söderberg and produced by Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden, 1940s. Seat Height (inches): 18” Arm Height (in...

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Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

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Fabric, Beech

Swedish Three-Seater Conversation Sofa, Sweden, 1940s
Swedish Three-Seater Conversation Sofa, Sweden, 1940s

Swedish Three-Seater Conversation Sofa, Sweden, 1940s

Located in Utrecht, NL

This beautiful Swedish three-seater sofa recalls the distinctive curves of the Art Deco period, while material and cabinetmaking-wise being a true Swedish Modern design. Thanks to it...

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Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

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Wood, Fabric

Sofa by unknown designer and maker, Sweden, 1940s
Sofa by unknown designer and maker, Sweden, 1940s

Sofa by unknown designer and maker, Sweden, 1940s

Located in Eskilstuna, SE

Rare sofa designed during the first half of the 20th century by an unknown Swedish designer. Executed in a striking asymmetric form with a softly curved backrest and seat creating a ...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

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Sheepskin, Beech

Danish Cabinetmaker Three-Seater "Banana" Sofa, Denmark 1940s
Danish Cabinetmaker Three-Seater "Banana" Sofa, Denmark 1940s

Danish Cabinetmaker Three-Seater "Banana" Sofa, Denmark 1940s

Located in Utrecht, NL

This beautiful Danish three-seater sofa recalls the Art Deco style of the 1930s with the recognisable touch of Danish Modernism. Thanks to its elegantly curved shape, this type of so...

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Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

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Fabric, Beech

Carl-Johan Boman, Sofa, Fabric, Wood, Finland, 1940s
Carl-Johan Boman, Sofa, Fabric, Wood, Finland, 1940s

Carl-Johan Boman, Sofa, Fabric, Wood, Finland, 1940s

By Carl-Johan Boman

Located in High Point, NC

A white fabric and wood sofa designed by Carl-Johan Boman and produced by Oy Boman Ab, Finland, c. 1940s. Loss of some tufted buttons and some distress to fabric consistent with age...

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Vintage 1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

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Fabric, Wood

Swedish Modern Two-Seater Sofa, Sweden 1940s
Swedish Modern Two-Seater Sofa, Sweden 1940s

Swedish Modern Two-Seater Sofa, Sweden 1940s

Located in Utrecht, NL

This beautiful Swedish two-seater sofa is an early example of Nordic mid-century modern design and of outstanding craftsmanship with a quality that honours the materials and their us...

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Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

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Fabric, Wood

Swedish Grace Sofa Love Seat in Cream Boucle, Mid Century Design 1940's
Swedish Grace Sofa Love Seat in Cream Boucle, Mid Century Design 1940's

Swedish Grace Sofa Love Seat in Cream Boucle, Mid Century Design 1940's

Located in London, GB

This elegant 1940’s sofa is a beautiful example of Swedish Grace design, blending simplicity with refined craftsmanship. Its unique silhouette features elongated, slightly angled elm...

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Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

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Bouclé, Birch

Danish Designer, Curved Sofa, Wood, Fabric, Denmark, 1940s
Danish Designer, Curved Sofa, Wood, Fabric, Denmark, 1940s

Danish Designer, Curved Sofa, Wood, Fabric, Denmark, 1940s

Located in High Point, NC

A curved yellow fabric and wood sofa designed and produced in Denmark, c. 1940s.' Seat height: 15.75” All upholstered furniture can be reupholstered upon request for an additional ...

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Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

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Fabric, Wood

Swedish Designer, Sofa, Elm, Beech, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Swedish Designer, Sofa, Elm, Beech, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s

Swedish Designer, Sofa, Elm, Beech, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s

Located in High Point, NC

An elm, beech and green fabric sofa designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s. Reupholstered in a brand new fabric. Overall Dimensions (inches): 31.5"H x 68.5"W x 31.0"D Seat Heig...

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Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

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Fabric, Wood, Beech, Elm

Swedish Modern Sofa from Berga Möbler, Sweden, 1940s
Swedish Modern Sofa from Berga Möbler, Sweden, 1940s

Swedish Modern Sofa from Berga Möbler, Sweden, 1940s

By Berga Mobler

Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län

Elegant Swedish Modern sofa from Berga Möbler, with rounded lines and fun sculpted legs. Original mole colored plush upholstery.

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Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

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Wood

1940s Danish Sofa with Sculptural Frame in White Wool
1940s Danish Sofa with Sculptural Frame in White Wool

1940s Danish Sofa with Sculptural Frame in White Wool

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Sofa, reupholstered in "Gabriel" wool by Savak, stained beech, Denmark, 1940s This charming sofa, newly reupholstered in a fine woolen white fabric, is designed in the manner of Da...

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Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

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Wool, Beech

Sculptural Bertil Söderberg Sofa, Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden, 1940s
Sculptural Bertil Söderberg Sofa, Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden, 1940s

Sculptural Bertil Söderberg Sofa, Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden, 1940s

By Bertil Söderberg 1, NK (Nordiska Kompaniet)

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 curved lines of the buttoned back re...

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Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

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Fabric, Upholstery, Beech

Curved Two-Seater Sofa by Søren Willadsen, Denmark 1940s
Curved Two-Seater Sofa by Søren Willadsen, Denmark 1940s

Curved Two-Seater Sofa by Søren Willadsen, Denmark 1940s

By Søren Willadsen

Located in Utrecht, NL

Søren Willadsen was a Danish cabinetmaker and manufacturer active during the early and mid-twentieth century, known for producing furniture that reflected the emerging principles of ...

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Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Mohair, Wood

Vintage "Ingeborg" sofa by Flemming Lassen, Denmark, 1940s
Vintage "Ingeborg" sofa by Flemming Lassen, Denmark, 1940s

Vintage "Ingeborg" sofa by Flemming Lassen, Denmark, 1940s

By Flemming Lassen, Asko

Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län

Beautiful “Ingeborg” sofa by Flemming Lassen, with curvesome forms. Designed in 1940 and named after his mother, the artist Ingeborg Winding. Upholstered with caramel colored sheepsk...

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Vintage 1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

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Lambskin, Birch

Vintage "Ingeborg" sofa by Flemming Lassen, Denmark, 1940s
Vintage "Ingeborg" sofa by Flemming Lassen, Denmark, 1940s

Vintage "Ingeborg" sofa by Flemming Lassen, Denmark, 1940s

By Flemming Lassen, Asko

Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län

Beautiful “Ingeborg” sofa by Flemming Lassen, with curvesome forms. Designed in 1940 and named after his mother, the artist Ingeborg Winding. Upholstered with caramel colored sheepsk...

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Vintage 1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

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Lambskin, Birch

Midcentury Otto Schultz Sofa, Elm Wood & Pistachio Velvet, 1940s
Midcentury Otto Schultz Sofa, Elm Wood & Pistachio Velvet, 1940s

Midcentury Otto Schultz Sofa, Elm Wood & Pistachio Velvet, 1940s

By Boet, Otto Schulz

Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län

Beautiful sofa by Otto Schulz, in a curved form with decorative piping. Made from elm with elegant woodgrain and upholstered with pistachio green velvet.

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Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Wood

Danish Cabinetmaker Three-Seater Banana Sofa, Denmark 1940s
Danish Cabinetmaker Three-Seater Banana Sofa, Denmark 1940s

Danish Cabinetmaker Three-Seater Banana Sofa, Denmark 1940s

Located in Utrecht, NL

This beautiful Danish three-seater sofa recalls the Art Deco style of the 1930s with the recognizable touch of Danish Modernism. Thanks to its elegantly curved shape, this type of so...

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Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

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Scandinavian design curved sofa, 1940’s Sweden
Scandinavian design curved sofa, 1940’s Sweden

Scandinavian design curved sofa, 1940’s Sweden

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H 33.86 in W 78.74 in D 35.43 in

Scandinavian design curved sofa, 1940’s Sweden

Located in TOLLEBEEK, NL

This beautiful curved mid-century sofa from 1940’s is upholstered in blue wool fabric and has a solid varnished maple legs. Condition Very Good. Dimensions height: 86 cm seat heigh...

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Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wool, Upholstery

1940s Scandinavian Sofa
1940s Scandinavian Sofa

1940s Scandinavian Sofa

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H 28.35 in W 64.97 in D 33.47 in

1940s Scandinavian Sofa

By A. J. Iversen

Located in Brussels, BE

Scandinavian sofa Manufactured in Denmark, circa 1940 Wood and fabric  

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Scandinavian Spokeback Sofa, 1940s
Scandinavian Spokeback Sofa, 1940s

Scandinavian Spokeback Sofa, 1940s

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H 24.81 in W 35.44 in D 76.78 in

Scandinavian Spokeback Sofa, 1940s

Located in Wilnis, UT

A beautiful sofa, manufactured in Scandinavia in the 1940s. The elegant shape of the backrest is what makes this sofa stand out. Made of high quality lacquered wood and with spoke...

Category

Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

1940's Ludvig Pontoppidan Sofa
1940's Ludvig Pontoppidan Sofa

1940's Ludvig Pontoppidan Sofa

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H 30.71 in W 63 in D 31.5 in

1940's Ludvig Pontoppidan Sofa

By Ludvig Pontoppidan

Located in Epperstone, Nottinghamshire

Wonderful sofa by Ludvig Pontoppidan, 1940’s Denmark. Refurbished and reupholstered in a beautiful linen fabric by Zinc. Ultra elegant and comfortable. A great sofa.

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Linen, Wood

1940s Fritz Hansen Sofa
1940s Fritz Hansen Sofa

1940s Fritz Hansen Sofa

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H 26.5 in W 98 in D 35 in

1940s Fritz Hansen Sofa

By Fritz Hansen

Located in Turners Falls, MA

1940s Fritz Hansen sofa. Denmark.

Category

20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Carl Cederholm Sofa, Sweden 1940s
Carl Cederholm Sofa, Sweden 1940s

Carl Cederholm Sofa, Sweden 1940s

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H 30.71 in W 63 in D 35.44 in

Carl Cederholm Sofa, Sweden 1940s

By Carl Cederholm

Located in Salzburg, Austria

Original Cederholm sofa, producer Stil & Form, Sweden 1940-1950. Light beige corturoy-velvet fabric, some minor stains on the two pillows.

Category

Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Wood

Carl-Axel Acking Sofa for Bodafors, 1940s
Carl-Axel Acking Sofa for Bodafors, 1940s

Carl-Axel Acking Sofa for Bodafors, 1940s

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H 31.5 in W 59.06 in D 29.53 in

Carl-Axel Acking Sofa for Bodafors, 1940s

By Bodafors, Carl-Axel Acking

Located in Alvesta, SE

A very rare and elegant sofa designed by Carl Axel Acking for Bodafors in the 1940s. We recommend to reupholster this sofa.

Category

Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Walnut

Kaare Klint sofa model 6092 by Rud. Rasmussen, 1940s Denmark
Kaare Klint sofa model 6092 by Rud. Rasmussen, 1940s Denmark

Kaare Klint sofa model 6092 by Rud. Rasmussen, 1940s Denmark

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H 34.25 in W 79.53 in D 30.71 in

Kaare Klint sofa model 6092 by Rud. Rasmussen, 1940s Denmark

By Rud Rasmussen

Located in TOLLEBEEK, NL

Danish Modern sofa by Kaare Klint, model 6092. The sofa has a mahogany frame on eight tapered legs, upholstered in striped wool and bored in natural leather. Produced by Rud. Rasmuss...

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Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Fabric, Wool, Wood

1940’s Curved Danish Sofa
1940’s Curved Danish Sofa

1940’s Curved Danish Sofa

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H 28.5 in W 79 in D 35 in

1940’s Curved Danish Sofa

By Fritz Hansen

Located in Turners Falls, MA

1940’s Curved Danish Sofa. Classic elegant form with colorful velvet upholstery. Birch legs.

Category

Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet

1940’s Curved Danish Sofa
1940’s Curved Danish Sofa

1940’s Curved Danish Sofa

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H 29.5 in W 83 in D 44.5 in

1940’s Curved Danish Sofa

By Fritz Hansen

Located in Turners Falls, MA

1940’s curved Danish sofa. Original velvet upholstery. Birch legs.

Category

20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Birch

1940s Scandinavian Deco Green Mohair Sofa
1940s Scandinavian Deco Green Mohair Sofa

1940s Scandinavian Deco Green Mohair Sofa

By Mogens Lassen

Located in Oakland, CA

1940s Danish curved channel back sofa in original green mohair fabric.

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Vintage 1940s Danish Art Deco Sofas

Scandinavian Modern Sofa with Dark Green Upholstery, Scandinavia 1940s
Scandinavian Modern Sofa with Dark Green Upholstery, Scandinavia 1940s

Scandinavian Modern Sofa with Dark Green Upholstery, Scandinavia 1940s

Located in Utrecht, NL

Scandinavian countries have achieved world-wide renown by incorporating a modern aesthetic into their traditional craft industries. Resulting from this, era-defining pieces with an u...

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Vintage 1940s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

1940s Scandinavian Modern Sofa by Alfred Christensen
1940s Scandinavian Modern Sofa by Alfred Christensen

1940s Scandinavian Modern Sofa by Alfred Christensen

By Alfred Christensen

Located in High Point, NC

A perfect balance of simplicity and sophistication, this 1940s sofa illustrates the relaxed elegance of Scandinavian Modern furniture.

Category

Vintage 1940s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Bouclé, Hardwood

Frits Henningsen Danish Mahogany Sofa, c. 1940's
Frits Henningsen Danish Mahogany Sofa, c. 1940's

Frits Henningsen Danish Mahogany Sofa, c. 1940's

By Frits Henningsen

Located in Norwalk, CT

A handsome Danish mid-century three-seater sofa, designed by furniture maker and designer Frits Henningsen (1889–1965), c. 1940's. Both the proprietor of a furniture-making workshop ...

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Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Mahogany

Slagelse Danish Sculpted Mohair Banana Sofa, c. 1940's
Slagelse Danish Sculpted Mohair Banana Sofa, c. 1940's

Slagelse Danish Sculpted Mohair Banana Sofa, c. 1940's

By Slagelse Mobelvaerk

Located in Norwalk, CT

Step into a world where design meets artistry with the mesmerizing Danish Sculpted Mohair Banana Sofa, brought to life in the 1940s by the renowned Slagelse.

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Mohair, Oak

Vintage Scandinavian Sheepskin Sofa Circa 1930s to 1940s
Vintage Scandinavian Sheepskin Sofa Circa 1930s to 1940s

Vintage Scandinavian Sheepskin Sofa Circa 1930s to 1940s

By Flemming Lassen

Located in Oakland, CA

Freshly reupholstered in a mushroom-toned sheepskin. Circa 1930s-40s cabinetmaker sofa imported from Denmark. Stunning. Having an attractively curved shape to the arms and back off s...

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Vintage 1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Wool, Elm

Finnish Scandinavian Modern Sofa by Carl-Johan Boman, 1940s
Finnish Scandinavian Modern Sofa by Carl-Johan Boman, 1940s

Finnish Scandinavian Modern Sofa by Carl-Johan Boman, 1940s

By Carl-Johan Boman

Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa

Finnish Scandinavian Modern sofa by Carl-Johan Boman from the 1940s.

Category

Vintage 1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Birch

Swedish 1940s Sofa
Swedish 1940s Sofa

Swedish 1940s Sofa

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H 35.83 in W 61.03 in D 33.08 in

Swedish 1940s Sofa

Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län

Inviting exclamation mark of a sofa, made for a theatre foyer in central Sweden in the 1940s. Firm seat and back, would look amazing in an entrance hall. Reupholstered in beautiful, ...

Category

Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet

1940s Danish Sofa
1940s Danish Sofa

1940s Danish Sofa

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H 27.25 in W 78.5 in D 35 in

1940s Danish Sofa

By Fritz Hansen

Located in Turners Falls, MA

1940s Danish Sofa. Classic elegant Danish design. Sofa has a slight curve. Stained birch legs.  

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Birch

Scandinavian 1940s Curved Sofa with Open Armrests and Maple Accents
Scandinavian 1940s Curved Sofa with Open Armrests and Maple Accents

Scandinavian 1940s Curved Sofa with Open Armrests and Maple Accents

By Fritz Hansen

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Stunning classic Danish curved sofa from the 1940's. In the the style of Fritz Hansen and Alfred Christensen with armrests in beautifully carved maple Nice slim elegant silhouette....

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Wool, Maple

Fritz Hansen Model 1669 Three-Seat Sofa, lambswool. 1940's
Fritz Hansen Model 1669 Three-Seat Sofa, lambswool. 1940's

Fritz Hansen Model 1669 Three-Seat Sofa, lambswool. 1940's

By Fritz Hansen

Located in Esbjerg, DK

A model 1669 sofa by Fritz Hansen in the style of Mogens Lassen which can seat three comfortably. A timeless Art Deco inspired design. Legs of beech and teak. New upholstered with la...

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Lambskin, Beech, Teak

Manner of Flemming Lassen Danish Mid-Century Sofa, c. 1940's
Manner of Flemming Lassen Danish Mid-Century Sofa, c. 1940's

Manner of Flemming Lassen Danish Mid-Century Sofa, c. 1940's

By Flemming Lassen

Located in Norwalk, CT

Journey back to a transformative era of design with this alluring sofa, echoing the style of the legendary Flemming Lassen. A Danish mid-century marvel from the 1940s, this piece cap...

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Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Oak

1940s Curved Danish Sofa
1940s Curved Danish Sofa

1940s Curved Danish Sofa

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H 27 in W 75 in D 35 in

1940s Curved Danish Sofa

By Fritz Hansen

Located in Turners Falls, MA

1940s Curved Danish Sofa. Tufted backrest. Birch Legs. Classic elegant Danish design.  

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Birch

Danish Cabinetmaker Banana Sofa Lambwool Sofa, 1940s
Danish Cabinetmaker Banana Sofa Lambwool Sofa, 1940s

Danish Cabinetmaker Banana Sofa Lambwool Sofa, 1940s

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H 28.35 in W 63.78 in D 37.01 in

Danish Cabinetmaker Banana Sofa Lambwool Sofa, 1940s

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Danish cabinetmaker banana sofa new upholstered with lambwool. Legs of beech. Made in the 1940s.

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Lambskin, Beech

Danish Cabinetmaker Banana Sofa Lambwool Sofa, 1940s
Danish Cabinetmaker Banana Sofa Lambwool Sofa, 1940s

Danish Cabinetmaker Banana Sofa Lambwool Sofa, 1940s

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H 27.56 in W 63.78 in D 34.65 in

Danish Cabinetmaker Banana Sofa Lambwool Sofa, 1940s

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Danish cabinetmaker banana sofa new upholstered with lambwool. Legs of beech. Made in the 1940s.

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Lambskin, Beech

Danish Cabinetmaker Banana Sofa Lambwool Sofa, 1940s
Danish Cabinetmaker Banana Sofa Lambwool Sofa, 1940s

Danish Cabinetmaker Banana Sofa Lambwool Sofa, 1940s

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H 29.53 in W 70.87 in D 31.5 in

Danish Cabinetmaker Banana Sofa Lambwool Sofa, 1940s

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Danish cabinetmaker banana sofa new upholstered with lambwool. Legs of beech. Made in the 1940s.

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Lambskin, Beech

Danish Cabinetmaker Banana Sofa Lambskin Sofa, 1940s
Danish Cabinetmaker Banana Sofa Lambskin Sofa, 1940s

Danish Cabinetmaker Banana Sofa Lambskin Sofa, 1940s

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H 28.75 in W 62.21 in D 33.47 in

Danish Cabinetmaker Banana Sofa Lambskin Sofa, 1940s

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Danish cabinetmaker banana sofa new upholstered with lambskin. Legs of beech. Made in the 1940s.

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Lambskin, Beech

Scandinavian Modern Frits Schlegel 1940s Sofa in Savak Wool and Oak
Scandinavian Modern Frits Schlegel 1940s Sofa in Savak Wool and Oak

Scandinavian Modern Frits Schlegel 1940s Sofa in Savak Wool and Oak

By Frits Schlegel

Located in Odense, DK

Rare and important sculptural sofa attributed to Frits Schlegel, made in Denmark in the 1940s. Completely restored and reupholstered in exclusive high-quality SAVAK wool fabric. S...

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Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Wool, Oak

Danish Cabinetmaker Banana Sofa Lambwool Sofa, 1940s
Danish Cabinetmaker Banana Sofa Lambwool Sofa, 1940s

Danish Cabinetmaker Banana Sofa Lambwool Sofa, 1940s

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Danish cabinetmaker banana sofa new upholstered with lambwool. Legs of beech. Made in the 1940s.

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Lambskin, Beech

Danish Cabinetmaker Banana Sofa Lambwool Sofa, 1940s
Danish Cabinetmaker Banana Sofa Lambwool Sofa, 1940s

Danish Cabinetmaker Banana Sofa Lambwool Sofa, 1940s

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H 29.53 in W 73.23 in D 33.47 in

Danish Cabinetmaker Banana Sofa Lambwool Sofa, 1940s

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Danish cabinetmaker banana sofa new upholstered with lambwool. Legs of beech. Made in the 1940s.

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Lambskin, Beech

Danish Cabinetmaker Banana Sofa velvet Sofa, 1940s
Danish Cabinetmaker Banana Sofa velvet Sofa, 1940s

Danish Cabinetmaker Banana Sofa velvet Sofa, 1940s

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H 28.35 in W 77.17 in D 35.83 in

Danish Cabinetmaker Banana Sofa velvet Sofa, 1940s

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Danish cabinetmaker banana sofa original upholstered with velvet. Legs of beech. Made in the 1940s.

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Beech, Velvet

Danish Cabinetmaker Banana Sofa Lambwool Sofa, 1940s
Danish Cabinetmaker Banana Sofa Lambwool Sofa, 1940s

Danish Cabinetmaker Banana Sofa Lambwool Sofa, 1940s

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H 27.56 in W 70.87 in D 74.81 in

Danish Cabinetmaker Banana Sofa Lambwool Sofa, 1940s

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Danish cabinetmaker banana sofa new upholstered with lambwool. Legs of beech Made in the 1940s.

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Lambskin, Beech

Danish Cabinetmaker Banana Sofa Velvet Sofa, 1940s
Danish Cabinetmaker Banana Sofa Velvet Sofa, 1940s

Danish Cabinetmaker Banana Sofa Velvet Sofa, 1940s

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H 28.75 in W 79.53 in D 39.38 in

Danish Cabinetmaker Banana Sofa Velvet Sofa, 1940s

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Danish cabinetmaker banana sofa upholstered with two tone velvet. Legs of beech. Made in the 1940s.

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Beech

1940s Danish Banana Sofa Slagelse Møbelværk, Denmark, 1940s
1940s Danish Banana Sofa Slagelse Møbelværk, Denmark, 1940s

1940s Danish Banana Sofa Slagelse Møbelværk, Denmark, 1940s

By Flemming Lassen, Slagelse Mobelvaerk

Located in London, GB

Early 1940s Danish banana two-seat loveseat sofa in the manner of architect Flemming Lassen, newly reupholstered in Zimmer and Rohde linen weave. The sofa is of excellent craftsmansh...

Category

20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Linen, Beech

1940's Danish Deco Sofa in Original Blue Mohair
1940's Danish Deco Sofa in Original Blue Mohair

1940's Danish Deco Sofa in Original Blue Mohair

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H 28.5 in W 69.75 in D 28.5 in

1940's Danish Deco Sofa in Original Blue Mohair

By Slagelse Mobelvaerk, Flemming Lassen

Located in Oakland, CA

This amazing 1940s Danish channel back settee is a stunning addition to any room. Boasting a solid wood frame with eight-way hand-tied springs, horsehair and cotton padding, this mas...

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Mohair

Danish Cabinetmaker Banana Sofa Lambwool Sofa, 1940s
Danish Cabinetmaker Banana Sofa Lambwool Sofa, 1940s

Danish Cabinetmaker Banana Sofa Lambwool Sofa, 1940s

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H 39.38 in W 64.57 in L 39.38 in

Danish Cabinetmaker Banana Sofa Lambwool Sofa, 1940s

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Danish cabinetmaker banana sofa new upholstered with lambwool. Legs of oak and beech. Made in the 1940s.

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Lambskin, Beech, Oak

1940s Swedish Modernist Chesterfield Sofa
1940s Swedish Modernist Chesterfield Sofa

1940s Swedish Modernist Chesterfield Sofa

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H 27.56 in W 78.75 in D 35.44 in

1940s Swedish Modernist Chesterfield Sofa

Located in London, GB

Large Swedish chesterfield sofa made in the old traditional way with springs in the seat, back and sides. Modern clean lines to the side and back reminding us it is an early modernis...

Category

20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Wood, Upholstery

Danish Cabinetmaker Two½-Seat Sofa Lambwool Sofa, 1940s
Danish Cabinetmaker Two½-Seat Sofa Lambwool Sofa, 1940s

Danish Cabinetmaker Two½-Seat Sofa Lambwool Sofa, 1940s

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Danish cabinetmaker two-seat sofa new upholstered with lambwool. Legs of beech Made in the 1940s.

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Lambskin, Beech

Danish Cabinetmaker Two-Seat Sofa Lambwool Sofa, 1940s
Danish Cabinetmaker Two-Seat Sofa Lambwool Sofa, 1940s

Danish Cabinetmaker Two-Seat Sofa Lambwool Sofa, 1940s

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Danish cabinetmaker two-seat sofa new upholstered with lambwool. Legs of beech Made in the 1940s.

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Lambskin, Beech

Danish Cabinetmaker Three-Seat Sofa Lambwool Sofa, 1940s
Danish Cabinetmaker Three-Seat Sofa Lambwool Sofa, 1940s

Danish Cabinetmaker Three-Seat Sofa Lambwool Sofa, 1940s

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Danish cabinetmaker three-seat sofa new upholstered with lambwool. Legs of beech Made in the 1940s.

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Lambskin, Beech

Danish Cabinetmaker Two-Seat Sofa Lambwool Sofa, 1940s
Danish Cabinetmaker Two-Seat Sofa Lambwool Sofa, 1940s

Danish Cabinetmaker Two-Seat Sofa Lambwool Sofa, 1940s

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H 29.53 in W 51.97 in L 29.53 in

Danish Cabinetmaker Two-Seat Sofa Lambwool Sofa, 1940s

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Danish cabinetmaker two-seat sofa new upholstered with lambwool. Legs of beech Made in the 1940s.

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Lambskin, Beech

Peter Hvidt Three-Seat Sofa Lambwool Sofa, 1940s
Peter Hvidt Three-Seat Sofa Lambwool Sofa, 1940s

Peter Hvidt Three-Seat Sofa Lambwool Sofa, 1940s

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H 33.08 in W 71.66 in D 31.5 in

Peter Hvidt Three-Seat Sofa Lambwool Sofa, 1940s

By Peter Hvidt

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Peter Hvidt, three-seat sofa new upholstered with lambwool. Legs of beech Made in the 1940s.

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Lambskin, Beech

Danish Cabinetmaker Two½ Seat Sofa Lambwool Sofa, 1940s
Danish Cabinetmaker Two½ Seat Sofa Lambwool Sofa, 1940s

Danish Cabinetmaker Two½ Seat Sofa Lambwool Sofa, 1940s

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Danish cabinetmaker two½ seat sofa new upholstered with lambwool. Legs of oak Made in the 1940s.

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Lambskin, Oak

Danish Cabinetmaker Love Seat Sofa Lambwool Sofa, 1940s
Danish Cabinetmaker Love Seat Sofa Lambwool Sofa, 1940s

Danish Cabinetmaker Love Seat Sofa Lambwool Sofa, 1940s

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Danish cabinetmaker love seat sofa new upholstered with lambwool. Legs of beech Made in the 1940s.

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Lambskin, Beech

Danish Cabinetmaker Two-Seat Sofa Lambwool Sofa, 1940s
Danish Cabinetmaker Two-Seat Sofa Lambwool Sofa, 1940s

Danish Cabinetmaker Two-Seat Sofa Lambwool Sofa, 1940s

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H 30.32 in W 61.42 in L 30.32 in

Danish Cabinetmaker Two-Seat Sofa Lambwool Sofa, 1940s

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Danish cabinetmaker two-seat sofa new upholstered with lambwool. Legs of beech Made in the 1940s.

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Lambskin, Beech

Danish Cabinetmaker Two-Seat Sofa Lambwool Sofa, 1940s
Danish Cabinetmaker Two-Seat Sofa Lambwool Sofa, 1940s

Danish Cabinetmaker Two-Seat Sofa Lambwool Sofa, 1940s

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Danish cabinetmaker two-seat sofa new upholstered with lambwool. Legs of beech Made in the 1940s.

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Lambskin, Beech

Danish Cabinetmaker Two-Seat Sofa Lambwool Sofa, 1940s
Danish Cabinetmaker Two-Seat Sofa Lambwool Sofa, 1940s

Danish Cabinetmaker Two-Seat Sofa Lambwool Sofa, 1940s

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H 33.08 in W 51.19 in D 26.78 in

Danish Cabinetmaker Two-Seat Sofa Lambwool Sofa, 1940s

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Danish cabinetmaker two-seat sofa new upholstered with lambwool. Legs of stained oak Made in the 1940s.

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Lambskin, Oak

Danish Cabinetmaker Two-Seat Sofa Lambwool Sofa, 1940s
Danish Cabinetmaker Two-Seat Sofa Lambwool Sofa, 1940s

Danish Cabinetmaker Two-Seat Sofa Lambwool Sofa, 1940s

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Danish cabinetmaker two-seat sofa new upholstered with lambwool. Legs of stained oak Made in the 1940s.

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Lambskin, Oak

Danish Cabinetmaker Two½-Seat Sofa Lambwool Sofa, 1940s
Danish Cabinetmaker Two½-Seat Sofa Lambwool Sofa, 1940s

Danish Cabinetmaker Two½-Seat Sofa Lambwool Sofa, 1940s

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Danish cabinetmaker two-seat sofa new upholstered with lambwool. Legs of beech and brass. Made in the 1940s.

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Lambskin, Beech

Danish Cabinetmaker Two-Seat Sofa Lambwool Sofa, 1940s
Danish Cabinetmaker Two-Seat Sofa Lambwool Sofa, 1940s

Danish Cabinetmaker Two-Seat Sofa Lambwool Sofa, 1940s

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H 31.11 in W 55.12 in L 31.11 in

Danish Cabinetmaker Two-Seat Sofa Lambwool Sofa, 1940s

By Jacob Kjaer 1

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Danish cabinetmaker two-seat sofa new upholstered with two-tone lambwool. Legs of stained oak Made in the 1940s.

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Lambskin, Oak

Danish Cabinetmaker Two-Seat Sofa Lambwool Sofa, 1940s
Danish Cabinetmaker Two-Seat Sofa Lambwool Sofa, 1940s

Danish Cabinetmaker Two-Seat Sofa Lambwool Sofa, 1940s

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H 31.11 in W 55.12 in L 31.11 in

Danish Cabinetmaker Two-Seat Sofa Lambwool Sofa, 1940s

By Jacob Kjaer 1

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Danish cabinetmaker two-seat sofa new upholstered with two-tone lambwool. Legs of stained oak Made in the 1940s.

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Lambskin, Oak

Danish Cabinetmaker Two½-Seat Sofa Lambwool Sofa, 1940s
Danish Cabinetmaker Two½-Seat Sofa Lambwool Sofa, 1940s

Danish Cabinetmaker Two½-Seat Sofa Lambwool Sofa, 1940s

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Danish cabinetmaker two½-seat sofa new upholstered with two-tone lambwool. Leather buttons. Legs of stained beech Made in the 1940s.

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Lambskin, Beech

Swedish, 1940s Curved Velvet Sofa
Swedish, 1940s Curved Velvet Sofa

Swedish, 1940s Curved Velvet Sofa

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H 30 in W 75 in D 35 in

Swedish, 1940s Curved Velvet Sofa

Located in Highland, IN

This Swedish sofa represents a transition from the Deco/ Moderne to Mid-Century Modern aesthetic. The elegantly curved form has less adornment, but still retains some very lovely det...

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Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Beech

1940s Danish Curved Boucle Sofa
1940s Danish Curved Boucle Sofa

1940s Danish Curved Boucle Sofa

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H 31.5 in W 61.03 in D 31.5 in

1940s Danish Curved Boucle Sofa

Located in London, England

Danish cabinetmaker made loveseat, circa 1940s. This compact curved sofa was produced in Denmark in the 1940s. It has been fully restored and reupholstered in our London workshop....

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Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Bouclé, Beech

1940s Swedish Curved Sheepskin Sofa
1940s Swedish Curved Sheepskin Sofa

1940s Swedish Curved Sheepskin Sofa

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H 28.75 in W 72.45 in D 39.38 in

1940s Swedish Curved Sheepskin Sofa

Located in London, England

Sweeping curved sofa designed and produced in the early 1940s. The legs are refinished stained elm wood and the sofa has been reupholstered in Skandilock 'Moonlight' sheepskin.

Category

Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Elm, Sheepskin

Danish Cabinetmaker Banana Sofa WoolSofa, 1940s
Danish Cabinetmaker Banana Sofa WoolSofa, 1940s

Danish Cabinetmaker Banana Sofa WoolSofa, 1940s

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H 29.53 in W 68.9 in D 37.41 in

Danish Cabinetmaker Banana Sofa WoolSofa, 1940s

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Danish cabinetmaker banana sofa upholstered with velvet Legs of beech. Made in the 1940s.

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Wool, Beech

Danish Cabinetmaker Banana Sofa WoolSofa, 1940s
Danish Cabinetmaker Banana Sofa WoolSofa, 1940s

Danish Cabinetmaker Banana Sofa WoolSofa, 1940s

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H 26.78 in W 70.08 in D 35.44 in

Danish Cabinetmaker Banana Sofa WoolSofa, 1940s

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Danish cabinetmaker banana sofa upholstered with wool fabric. Legs of beech. Made in the 1940s.

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Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

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Sofa 1940s Scandinavian For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the sofa 1940s Scandinavian you’re looking for. A sofa 1940s Scandinavian — often made from wood, fabric and hardwood — can elevate any home. There are many kinds of the sofa 1940s Scandinavian you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. A sofa 1940s Scandinavian made by Scandinavian Modern designers — as well as those associated with Mid-Century Modern — is very popular. A well-made sofa 1940s Scandinavian has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Frits Henningsen, Finn Juhl and Fritz Hansen are consistently popular.

How Much is a Sofa 1940s Scandinavian?

A sofa 1940s Scandinavian can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $7,769, while the lowest priced sells for $1,612 and the highest can go for as much as $172,725.

A Close Look at Scandinavian-modern Furniture

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 

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

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. 

Finding the Right Sofas for You

Black leather, silk velvet cushions, breathable bouclé fabric — when shopping for antique or vintage sofas, today’s couch connoisseurs have much to choose from in terms of style and shape. But it wasn’t always thus. 

The sofa is typically defined as a long upholstered seat that features a back and arms and is intended for two or more people. While the term “couch” comes from the Old French couche, meaning to lie down, and sofa has Eastern origins, both are forms of divan, a Turkish word that means an elongated cushioned seat. Bench-like seating in Ancient Greece, which was padded with soft blankets, was called klinai. No matter how you spell it, sofa just means comfort, at least it does today.

In the early days of sofa design, upholstery consisted of horsehair or dried moss. Sofas that originated in countries such as France during the 17th century were more integral to decor than they were to comfort. Like most Baroque furnishings from the region, they frequently comprised heavy, gilded mahogany frames and were upholstered in floral Beauvais tapestry. Today, options abound when it comes to style and material, with authentic leather offerings and classy steel settees. Plush, velvet chesterfields represent the platonic ideal of coziness

Vladimir Kagan’s iconic sofa designs, such as the Crescent and the Serpentine — which, like the sectional sofas of the 1960s created by furniture makers such as Harvey Probber, are quite popular among mid-century modern furniture enthusiasts — showcase the spectrum of style available to modern consumers. Those looking to make a statement can turn to Studio 65’s lip-shaped Bocca sofa, which was inspired by the work of Salvador Dalí. Elsewhere, the furniture of the 1970s evokes an era when experimentation ruled, or at least provided a reason to break the rules. Just about every area of society felt a sudden urge to be wayward, to push boundaries — and buttons. Vintage leather sofas of that decade are characterized by a rare blending of the showy and organic.

With so many options, it’s important to explore and find the perfect furniture for your space. Paying attention to the lines of the cushions as well as the flow from the backrest into the arms is crucial to identifying a cohesive new piece for your home or office.

Fortunately, with styles from every era — and even round sofas — there’s a luxurious piece for every space. Deck out your living room with an Art Deco lounge or go retro with a nostalgic '80s design. No matter your sitting vision, the right piece is waiting for you in the expansive collection of unique sofas on 1stDibs.