Since its inception, luxury retailer Nordiska Kompaniet, known affectionately to its customers as “NK,” has offered an influential platform for innovators in furniture design. Its department stores in Stockholm and Gothenburg, Sweden, have been home to many of the top names in mid-century modern design and in Scandinavian modernism. Admired for its production of high-quality pieces, it continues to support forward-looking designers.
Nordiska Kompaniet was founded in 1902 through the merger of the companies K.M. Lundberg and Joseph Leja. Its founder, Josef Sachs, envisioned a department store as a cultural arena that would rival the luxury stores of Paris. He opened a flagship store in Stockholm in 1915. Early on, the brand set its sights on quality furniture making, bringing on master cabinetmaker Axel Einar Hjorth, who headed its production from 1927 to 1938.
The Stockholm Exhibition of 1930 was pivotal for both Nordiska Kompaniet and the world of design as a whole. NK’s installation, designed by Sven Markelius, positioned the artist as a key influencer and force majeure of Swedish functionalism.
Nordiska Kompaniet has continued to hire renowned designers throughout its operations, including such luminaries as Carl Bergsten, David Rosen and Gio Ponti. Many iconic sofas, lounge chairs, bookcases and dining room tables from the mid-century modern period originated in its furniture shop. The brand has also been at the forefront of textile, ceramic and wallpaper design, with artists Berndt Friberg, Josef Frank, Stig Lindberg and Elsa Gullberg among those who have contributed to NK’s brand legacy.
To cater to its growing customer base, Nordiska Kompaniet opened a second store in Gothenburg in 1971. Today, NK continues to provide patronage to top designers, remaining a leader in high-end furniture production.
Find antique and vintage Nordiska Kompaniet tables, seating, mirrors, lighting and other furniture on 1stDibs.
"Skoga" Pine Lounge Chair by Axel Einar Hjorth, NK, Sweden, 1930s
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet), Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
“Skoga” lounge chair by Axel Einar Hjorth, made from pine in a striking, modernist design. This model was designed in 1933 and intended both for inside and garden use. This eye-catch...
Pine
Nordiska Kompaniet (NK), Kansler, 1913
By Carl Bergsten, NK (Nordiska Kompaniet)
Located in Hammarö, SE
Atreibuted to Carl Bergsten or David Blomberg, NK (Nordiska Kompaniet) Dining Chairs, Inventory No. 7852-23 A rare and highly collectible set of Swedish dining chairs produced for N...
Mahogany
Axel Einar Hjorth - Utö Dining Chair - produced by Nordiska Kompaniet in Sweden
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet), Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Hasselt, VLI
Axel Einar Hjorth “Utö” Dining Chairs - price per piece (5pcs in total avaible). These chairs, part of the Utö expo designed by Hjorth and produced by Nordiska Kompaniet in Sweden. T...
Wood, Pine
Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist “Adam” Easy Chair for Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden 1950s
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet), Kerstin Horlin Holmquist
Located in Utrecht, NL
This “Adam” model is from the timeless and iconic Paradise Collection from the Triva Series, which was created in 1958 by Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist during her time as a designer at No...
Fabric, Wood
Axel Einar Hjorth "Utö" Chair for Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden 1930s
By Axel Einar Hjorth, NK (Nordiska Kompaniet)
Located in Utrecht, NL
Swedish architect and furniture designer Axel Einar Hjorth served as the lead designer for Sweden’s Nordiska Kompaniet department store from 1926 to 1938. During this time, Hjorth designed the “Sportstugemöbler” series (which translates to “sports cabin furnishings”), a collection of wooden furniture designed for country homes. The various models in the sportstugemöbler series took their names from the Stockholm archipelago – including Blidö, Lovö, and famously, Utö. The ‘Utö’ chair...
Wood
Pair of Axel-Einar Hjorth "Birka" chairs by Nordiska Kompaniet, 1930s
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet), Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Stockholm, SE
Model Birka. Produced by NK, 1930s. Newly upholstered in honey colored sheep skin.
Ash, Beech
Dining chairs by Axel Einar Hjorth for Nordiska Kompaniet, Ebony & Velvet
By Axel Einar Hjorth, NK (Nordiska Kompaniet)
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pair of dining chairs designed by Axel Einar Hjorth for Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden, 1934. Veneered Macassar ebony and velvet. Stamped. Provenance: The chairs are said to have stoo...
Velvet, Ebony, Macassar
Axel Einar Hjorth "Lovö" Chair for Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden 1930s
By Axel Einar Hjorth, NK (Nordiska Kompaniet)
Located in Utrecht, NL
Swedish architect and furniture maker Axel Einar Hjorth worked as the lead designer for Sweden’s Nordiska Kompaniet department store from 1926 to 1938. During this time, Hjorth desig...
Iron
Really scarce variant of the Lovö chairs by Axel Einar Hjorth for Nordiska
By Axel Einar Hjorth, NK (Nordiska Kompaniet)
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Rarissime set de deux chaises Lovö par Axel Einar Hjorth pour Nordiska Kompaniet, commande spéciale pour un restaurant au Danemark, avec renfort en métal. photos in situ disponibles...
Iron
Set of Three Chairs “Typenko” by Axel Einar Hjorth, Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden
By Axel Einar Hjorth, NK (Nordiska Kompaniet)
Located in Stockholm, SE
Set of three chairs “Typenko” designed by Axel Einar Hjorth for Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden. 1944. Birch and velvet upholstery. Dimensions: H: 88 cm/ 2' 11'' W: 45,5 cm/ 1' 6 1/2'' D: 57 cm/ 1' 11'' Seat height: 43 cm/ 1' 5 1/2'' From 1927 to 1938, Axel-Einar Hjorth was the chief architect and designer at the department store Nordiska Kompaniet in Stockholm—which was known as one of the most important producers of modernist furniture in Sweden. During this time, Hjorth designed both public and private interiors, and worked with international clients including Iranian royalty. His first project for NK was a stand for the World Fair in Barcelona in 1929, during which he exhibited the Louis Cabinet...
Velvet, Birch
Axel Einar Hjorth for Nordiska Kompaniet, 1930'sset of four chairs
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet), Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in New York, NY
Axel Einar Hjorth for Nordiska Kompaniet, 1930's. This set of four chairs in stained pine by Axel Einar Hjorth is a stunning example of Swedish craftsmanship, blending modernist desi...
Pine
Pair of "Lilla Eva" Chairs by Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist, Sweden 1950s
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet), Kerstin Horlin Holmquist
Located in Utrecht, NL
These “Lilla Eva” models are from the timeless and iconic Paradise Collection, which was created by Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist during her time as a designer at Nordiska Kompaniet. The ...
Wool, Linen
$2,011 / set
Pair of "Futura" chairs by David Rosén in teak
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet), David Rosén
Located in Brescia, IT
Pair of Swedish "Futura" chairs by David Rosén for Nordiska Kompaniet, slender teak frame and light-colored upholstery in mélange fabric. Designed in 1949 for the "Futura" series, t...
Teak
Elias Svedberg safari chair for NK, 1960s
By Elias Svedberg, NK (Nordiska Kompaniet)
Located in Brescia, IT
Safari armchair by Elias Svedberg for Nordiska Kompaniet, with a light wood frame and cowhide-effect upholstery. Designed by Elias Svedberg for Nordiska Kompaniet in the 1960s, this...
Leather, Wood
$17,406
H 32.29 in W 20.48 in D 24.41 in
Axel Einar Hjorth "Lovö" Rocking Chair in Pine by Nordiska Kompaniet Sweden 1930
By Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Stockholm, SE
Very rare and early Swedish mid century modern wooden rocking chair model "Lovö" in stained pine by Axel Einar Hjorth produced by Nordiska Kompaniet, 1932. In good original condition...
Sheepskin, Pine
$6,730
H 29.53 in W 24.81 in D 31.5 in
Handcrafted Swedish Folk Art Pine Lounge Chair 1930s - Reupholstered Sheepskin
By Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Stockholm, SE
A stunning rustic armchair, a so-called “Sportstuga” (summer cottage–style) piece, probably made in Sweden in the 1940s. The chair is crafted from veneered plywood with sturdy, well-...
Sheepskin, Pine
$106,000
H 34.26 in W 78.94 in D 29.93 in
Axel Einar Hjorth for Nordiska Kompaniet 'Lovö' Sofa in Solid Pine and Wool
By Axel Einar Hjorth, NK (Nordiska Kompaniet)
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Axel Einar Hjorth for Nordiska Kompaniet, 'Lovö' sofas, model '36290', solid pine, reupholstered in “Nestor” (wool, mohair, alpaca mix) by Pierre Frey, Sweden, design 1932, made 1930...
Wool, Pine
$48,000 / set
H 30.75 in W 21 in D 15.5 in
Axel Einar Hjorth, Nordiska Kompaniet, Birch, Rare Birka Chairs, Sweden, 1930s
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet), Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Stamford, CT
Axel Einar Hjorth, Nordiska Kompaniet, Swedish Mid-Century Modern, Birch, Rare "Birka" Chairs, Sweden, 1930s A rare and complete set of six “Birka” dining or side chairs designed by...
Fabric, Birch
Axel Einar Hjorth, "Wärmdö" Sofa, Pine, Shearling, Sweden, 1937
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet), Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in High Point, NC
A dark-stained pine and shearling "Wärmdö" sofa designed by Axel Einar Hjorth and produced by Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden, 1937. Seat Height (inches): 17.25” Arm Height (inches): 24...
Sheepskin, Pine
1950s Sofa by Kerstin Horlin-Holmquist
By Kerstin Horlin Holmquist
Located in Turners Falls, MA
Sofa designed by Kerstin Horlin-Holmquist. Manufactured by Nordiska Kompaniet. Birch legs with vintage upholstery. 1958 Unmarked
Upholstery, Birch
Nordiska Kompaniet, Armchair, Oak, Velvet, Sweden, 1920s
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet)
Located in High Point, NC
An oak and brown velvet armchair, model Gillberga, produced by Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden, 1920s. Seat height (inches): 19” Arm Height (inches): 27.56" All items ship from High Po...
Velvet, Oak
$6,741 / set
H 37.01 in W 29.93 in D 31.89 in
1960s Vintage Swedish Armchairs by Kerstin Horlin Holmquist
By Kerstin Horlin Holmquist, NK (Nordiska Kompaniet)
Located in London, GB
An absolutely stunning and very rare pair of vintage Swedish armchairs by Kerstin Horlin Holmquist. This model is called the ‘Adam’ c...
Bouclé, Birch
$106,400
H 34.26 in W 78.94 in D 29.93 in
Axel Einar Hjorth for Nordiska Kompaniet 'Lovö' Sofa in Solid Pine and Wool
By Axel Einar Hjorth, NK (Nordiska Kompaniet)
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Axel Einar Hjorth for Nordiska Kompaniet, 'Lovö' sofa, model '36290', solid pine, reupholstered in “Nestor” (wool, mohair, alpaca mix) by Pierre Frey, Sweden, design 1932, made 1939 ...
Wool, Pine
$25,527
H 28.75 in W 66.34 in D 26.78 in
Axel Einar Hjorth Velvet Sofa, Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden, 1930s
By Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Stockholm, SE
Sofa designed by Axel Einar Hjorth for Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden, 1930s. Velvet Upholstery. Dimensions: H: 73 cm / 2' 4 3/4'' W: 168.5 cm / 5' 6 1/4'' D: 68 cm / 2' 2 3/4'' Depth of the corner side: 136 cm / 4' 5 1/2'' SH: 43 cm / 17'' Provenance: Fredrik Anderzon who was the manager of the brewery Nässjö Bryggeri commissioned a modernist summerhouse in 1936 and this sofa formed part of the interior. Literature: A high back chair that matches this model, Christian Björk, Thomas Ekström...
Upholstery, Velvet
$8,142 / set
H 31.11 in W 24.02 in D 27.56 in
Swedish Lounge Chairs by Hans-Harald Molander for Nordiska Kompaniet, NK
By Hans Harald Molander, NK (Nordiska Kompaniet)
Located in Stockholm, Stockholms län
Rare lounge chairs designed by Hans-Harald Molander. Manufactured by Nordiska Kompaniet (NK) in Sweden during the 1950s. Made from black lacquered steel base with upholstered seats. ...
Steel
$32,201
H 31.5 in W 18.12 in D 17.72 in
Set of Four "Utö" Pine Chairs by Axel Einar Hjorth, Nordiska Kompaniet, 1930s
By Axel Einar Hjorth, NK (Nordiska Kompaniet)
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Set of four “Utö” dining chairs, made from pine in an elegant design balancing rustic and modernism. Solid wood, sturdy feel. Lovely woodgrain. “Utö” is one of the series of furnitu...
Pine
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H 31.11 in W 20.48 in D 20.48 in
Pair of "Birka" Chairs by Axel Einar Hjorth for Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden 1930s
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet), Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Utrecht, NL
Architect and furniture designer Axel Einar Hjorth served as the lead designer for Sweden’s Nordiska Kompaniet department store from 1926 to 1938. Hjorth's aesthetic alludes to both the traditional simplicity of the common people and the radical aesthetics of international modernism. These “Birka” chairs...
Sheepskin, Wood
Scandinavian chairs NK Bengt Ruda
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet), Bengt Ruda
Located in Brescia, IT
Set of 4 chairs model NK with wooden frame and upholstered back and seat. The session is been lined and reupholstered with dirt-resistant 'aquaclean' fabric. Good conditions. Potr...
Fabric, Wood
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H 31.7 in W 17.72 in D 16.15 in
Utö pine chairs by Axel Einar Hjorth, Nordiska Kompaniet, Sportstugemöbel, 1930s
By Axel Einar Hjorth, NK (Nordiska Kompaniet)
Located in Hägersten, SE
Dining/side chairs model "Utö" designed by Axel Einar Hjorth. Produced in Sweden by Nordiska Kompaniet as a so called "Sportstugemöbel". Made during the 1930s. Solid pine wood. Good ...
Pine
Axel Einar Hjorth
By Axel Einar Hjorth, NK (Nordiska Kompaniet)
Located in Copenhagen, DK
A pair of Axel Einar Hjorth 'Lovö' high-back chairs in pine with light fabric cushions. Designed in 1030's for Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden. Good condition with some natural patina.
Metal
Sedia serie 'Triva' di NK
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet)
Located in Brescia, IT
Sedia scandinava vintage modello Triva. Un pezzo d’arredo dalle linee moderne e minimali costituito da una struttura in legno chiaro che lascia a vista le gambe sporgenti e i bracci...
Leather, Wood
Lovö chair by Axel Einar Hjort for Nordiska Kompaniet 1930s
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet), Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Stockholm, SE
A stained pine 'Lovö' chair by Axel Einar Hjort for Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden 1930s. Iron mounts, high back. Height 95 cm, seat height 41 cm. Wear and scratches.
Pine
Chair with armrests by Bengt Ruda for NK
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet), Bengt Ruda
Located in Brescia, IT
Chair with arms designed by Bengt Ruda for Nordiska Kompaniet in the 1950s. The seat has been lined and reupholstered with dirt-resistant 'aquaclean' fabric. Good condition. It may...
Fabric, Wood
Scandinavian Modern Armchair by Carl-Axel Acking, Sweden
By Carl-Axel Acking, NK (Nordiska Kompaniet)
Located in Stockholm, Stockholms län
“Tokyo” armchair designed by Carl- Axel Acking. Originally designed for the Swedish Embassy in Tokyo, 1959. Manufactured by Nordiska Kompaniet in Sweden. Made from ash, seat newly up...
Wool, Ash
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H 31.7 in W 17.72 in D 16.15 in
Utö pine chair by Axel Einar Hjorth, Nordiska Kompaniet, Sportstugemöbel, 1930s
By Axel Einar Hjorth, NK (Nordiska Kompaniet)
Located in Hägersten, SE
Dining/side chair model "Utö" designed by Axel Einar Hjorth. Produced in Sweden by Nordiska Kompaniet as a so called "Sportstugemöbel". Made during the 1930s. Solid pine wood. Good v...
Pine
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H 31.5 in W 18.12 in D 17.33 in
Single Dining "Utö" Chair in Pine by Axel Einar Hjorth for NK Sweden, 1932
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet), Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare "Utö" dining chair in stained pine designed by Axel Einar Hjorth and produced by Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden in the 1932. In great vintage and original condition with patina from...
Pine
"Tokyo" Armchairs by Carl-Axel Acking for Nordiska Kompaniet
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet), Carl-Axel Acking
Located in Stockholm, Stockholms län
Stunning pair of armchairs model “Tokyo” designed by architect Carl-Axel Acking. Originally created for the Swedish Embassy in Tokyo, 1959. Manufactured by Nordiska Kompaniet (NK...
Leather, Oak
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H 35.44 in W 22.05 in D 30.32 in
Scandinavian Modern Chair by Elias Svedberg for Nordiska Kompaniet Sweden 1950’s
By Elias Svedberg, NK (Nordiska Kompaniet)
Located in London, GB
A comfortable and low level lounge chair by Elias Svedberg in the Scandinavian Modern Design Style. The design was produced by Stockholm’s high end department store Nordiska Kompanie...
Birch