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.
Scandinavian Modern "Hytte" Cabinet from NK, Sweden, 1940s
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet)
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Beautiful midcentury “Hytte” cabinet from NK, made from pine in a rustic design. Traditional design elements yet distinctly modernist.
Pine
Carl-Axel Acking Cabinet Produced by Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden, 1950's
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet), Carl-Axel Acking
Located in Uithoorn, NL
Carl-Axel Acking Cabinet Produced by Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden, 1950's Rare mid-century Scandinavian cabinet with graphic paneled front, likely produced in the 1950s–60s. What imm...
Brass
Axel-Einar Hjorth 'Lovö' cabinet, Sweden, 1930s
By Axel Einar Hjorth, NK (Nordiska Kompaniet)
Located in Stockholm, SE
Lovo cabinet by Axel-Einar Hjorth, produced by Nordiska Kompaniet, 1930s.
Iron
Corner Cabinet Model "Sandhamn" by Axel Einar Hjorth 1930
By Axel Einar Hjorth, NK (Nordiska Kompaniet)
Located in Karlstad, SE
Axel Einar Hjorth, Corner Cabinet, Model Sandhamn, Sweden, 1930s A rare corner cabinet from the Sandhamn series, designed by Axel Einar Hjorth in the 1930s. Executed in pine, the pi...
Pine
David Rosén ”Futura” Cabinet for Nordiska Kompaniet
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet), David Rosén
Located in Hammarö, SE
A refined Swedish Modern cabinet designed by David Rosén for Nordiska Kompaniet (NK), Sweden, circa 1940s. Crafted in richly figured mahogany, the cabinet exemplifies Rosén’s elegant...
Brass
Swedish Wooden Lovö Pine Cabinet by Axel Einar Hjorth & Nordiska Kompaniet, 1932
By Axel Einar Hjorth, NK (Nordiska Kompaniet)
Located in Stockholm, SE
A very rare Swedish modern "Lovö" storing cabinet in stained pine wood and iron by Axel Einar Hjorth for Nordiska Kompaniet Stockholm Sweden, 1930s. In good original condition. Key i...
Wrought Iron
Axel Einar Hjorth Wooden "Lovö" Pine Cabinet for Nordiska Kompaniet, 1930s
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet), Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Stockholm, SE
Very rare "Lovö" cabinet in stained pine wood by Axel Einar Hjorth for Nordiska Kompaniet Stockholm Sweden, 1930s. In good original condition. Key is included. Dimensions: H: 156 c...
Wrought Iron
Pine Cabinet ‘Lovö’ by Axel Einar Hjorth for Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden, 1930s
By Axel Einar Hjorth, NK (Nordiska Kompaniet)
Located in Stockholm, SE
Cabinet ‘Lovö’ designed by Axel Einar Hjorth for Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden, 1930s. Pine and forged iron. 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...
Iron
Swedish Mid Century Cabinet by Yngvar Sandström for NK
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet), Yngvar Sandström
Located in Karlstad, SE
Elegant and minimalistic cabinet by Yngvar Sandström for Nordiska Kompaniet (NK). The cabinet features two doors in teak with original brass keys. The legs and the sides are made of ...
Oak, Teak
Axel Einar Hjorth Rare "Lovö" cabinet in stained pine wood
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet), Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in New York, NY
Rare "Lovö" cabinet in stained pine wood by Axel Einar Hjorth for Nordiska Kompaniet, Stockholm Sweden, 1930s. Good condition. Key is included. Stained pine, patinated iron rivets. ...
Iron
Solid Oak Cabinet, France, 1940s
Located in Split, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
Discover the allure of French craftsmanship with this charming and compact oak buffet from the 1940s. Despite its smaller size, this piece exudes timeless elegance and showcases the ...
Oak
$5,700Sale Price|45% Off
H 53.15 in W 63 in D 19.69 in
1950s, Cabinet/Buffet 'Nordens Flora' by Carl Axel Magnus Lindman
By Carl Axel Lindman
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
A striking 1950s teak and beech cabinet or buffet, richly decorated with illustrations from Nordens Flora by Carl Axel Magnus Lindman, Sweden. The botanical prints give the piece a l...
Beech, Teak, Paper
1940’s Swedish Cabinet
By Erik Mattsson 1
Located in Turners Falls, MA
1940’s Swedish Cabinet attributed to Erik Mattson. Beautiful intarsia woodworking. Doors conceal interior shelves and drawers. 2 additional front drawers.
Birch, Elm, Mahogany
Rare pine cabinet by Otto Dahlin, Sweden, 1940s
By Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Produced by Åby Möbelfabrik and retailed by Otto Dahlin in Stockholm during the 1940s. Made in solid pine with iron details. The gently curved top and legs are in the spirit of Swe...
Iron
$4,521
H 81.89 in W 46.86 in D 20.48 in
Børge Mogensen Oak Cabinet, Scandinavian Modern Design, Sweden, 1950s
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Berlin, DE
Shelving and storage cabinet in oak by Borge Mogensen.
Wood, Oak
$14,679
H 51.97 in W 35.12 in D 16.34 in
Carl-Axel Acking Attributed Cabinet in Elm, Oak and Brass, SMF Bodafors, 1940s
By Carl-Axel Acking, SMF Svenska Möbelfabriken Bodafors
Located in The Hague, NL
This very rare cabinet was produced by AB Svenska Möbelfabrikerna in Bodafors, Sweden in the late 1940s. The striking design is attributed to Carl-Axel Acking, one of the leading des...
Brass
$58,717
H 64.57 in W 37.8 in D 15.75 in
Midcentury Modern Unique Cabinet by Axel Einar Hjorth, Sweden, 1930s
By Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Unique bar cabinet by Axel Einar Hjorth, in a strikingly decorative design with elegant details. Made from mahogany with floral motif inlays in birch and rosewood. Lighting inside. M...
Mahogany
Swedish Modern bar cabinet in Mahogany and root veneer, 1940s
Located in Uppsala, SE
Swedish Modern serving or bar cabinet in Mahogany and root veneer from the 1940s by unidentified designer. Legs in dark stained birch (or possibly Elm). A draw out serving shelf in g...
Birch, Elm, Mahogany
$26,900
H 44.1 in W 51.58 in D 17.72 in
Swedish 1940s Bo-Point Decorated Cabinet After Pattern by Gunnar Erik Ström
By Otto Schulz
Located in Örebro, SE
This is the Swedish Modern 1940s cabinet in Otto Schulz style. It comes with a beautiful shiny top, veneered in birch and legs in stained birch. Truly ele...
Faux Leather, Birch, Plywood
$5,813
H 46.46 in W 32.68 in D 13.78 in
Bar cabinet - Swedish modern, 1940´s by Thysell´s furniture, Sweden
Located in Klintehamn, SE
Bar cabinet in mahogany from the Swedish modern period, app. 1940´s. Made by Thysell´s furniture in Anderslöv, Sweden. Mirror cut burl mahogany in the doors. Extremely high quality. ...
Mahogany
1960s, Teak Bookcase By Carl Axel Acking for Bodafors, Sweden
By Bodafors, Carl-Axel Acking
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Teak Bookcase with Drawers by Carl Axel Acking for Bodafors (Sweden, 1950s–60s) A beautifully proportioned teak bookcase designed by renowned Swedish architect and designer Carl Axel...
Brass
$18,202
H 37.01 in W 27.96 in D 14.97 in
Chest of Drawers Model 146 Designed by Carl-Axel Acking, Sweden 1940s
By Carl-Axel Acking
Located in Stockholm, SE
Chest of drawers model 146 designed by Carl-Axel Acking for Svenska Möbelfabriken, Sweden, 1940s. Elm with alder root drawers, brass. Marked "SM No. 146" Measurements: H: 94 cm/ ...
Elm
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H 59.45 in W 39.49 in D 18.51 in
Elias Svedberg for Nordiska Kompaniet Cabinet in Maple and Paper
By Elias Svedberg, NK (Nordiska Kompaniet)
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Elias Svedberg for Nordiska Kompaniet, cabinet, maple, paper, Sweden, 1940 A stunning and graphic cabinet designed by Elias Sved...
Maple, Paper
Pair of Vintage Swedish Bedside Cabinets by Nordiska Kompaniet
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet)
Located in London, GB
A beautiful pair of vintage Swedish bedside cabinets by Nordiska Kompaniet. They were recently imported from Sweden, they date from the 1950’s. They have a sleek and stylish design,...
Wood
Lovö Cabinet by Axel-Einar Hjorth, 1930s
By Axel Einar Hjorth, NK (Nordiska Kompaniet)
Located in Stockholm, SE
"Lovö" cabinet by Axel-Einar Hjorth, produced by Nordiska Kompaniet, 1930s.
Iron
1960’s Swedish Vintage Cabinet by Nordiska Kompaniet
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet)
Located in London, GB
An absolutely stunning Swedish vintage cabinet. This was made by Nordiska in the 1960’s, it was recently imported from Sweden. The quality is exceptional, this has a beautiful desig...
Wood
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H 156 in W 100 in D 45 in
Scandinavian Modern "Lovö" cabinet, Axel Einar Hjorth, NK, Sweden, 1930s
By Axel Einar Hjorth, NK (Nordiska Kompaniet)
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Lovö” cabinet by Axel Einar Hjorth, made from solid pine in a striking, rustic design. Wrought iron details and lock. Practical drawers and shelves inside.
Pine
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H 50.79 in W 46.46 in D 17.72 in
Carl-Axel Acking for Nordiska Kompaniet, Cabinet in Teak, Swedish Modern, 1950s
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet), Carl-Axel Acking
Located in Odense, DK
Rare cabinet with highlighted details, made in teak and birch. Designed by Carl-Axel Acking for Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden 1950s. A fine mid century vintage piece that pair well ...
Brass
Cabinet "Record" by Axel-Einar Hjorth, Nordiska Kompaniet, 1930s
By Axel Einar Hjorth, NK (Nordiska Kompaniet)
Located in Stockholm, SE
Cabinet "Record" by Axel-Einar Hjorth, Nordiska Kompaniet, 1930s Very good condition.
Birch, Macassar
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H 59.06 in W 39.38 in D 21.26 in
Axel Einar Hjorth, Art Deco Cabinet, Model "Margareta", Nordiska Kompaniet, 1937
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet), Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Odense, DK
Very rare mint blue pastel painted Art Deco Cabinet in birch. Designed by Swedish Designer Axel Einar Hjorth, model "Margareta" made for Nordi...
Birch
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H 17.33 in W 46.26 in L 17.33 in
Carl-Axel Acking for Nordiska Kompaniet, Cabinet in Teak, Swedish Modern, 1950s
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet), Carl-Axel Acking
Located in Odense, DK
Rare cabinet with highlighted details, made in teak and birch. Designed by Carl-Axel Acking for Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden 1950s. A fine mid century vintage piece that pair well ...
Brass
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H 25.6 in W 55.12 in D 13.39 in
Axel Einar Hjorth Bookcase in Pine Produced by Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden 1930s
By Axel Einar Hjorth, NK (Nordiska Kompaniet)
Located in Stockholm, SE
Very rare bookcase in solid stained pine by Axel Einar Hjorth produced for Nordiska Kompaniet in Stockholm ca 1932. This model is identically to the more common "Typenko" in stained ...
Pine
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H 67.13 in W 34.65 in D 20.48 in
"Lovö" Sportstugemöbel Pine Cabinet by Nordiska Kompaniet and Axel Einar Hjorth
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet), Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Hägersten, SE
So called "Sportstugemöbel" series produced by Nordiska Kompaniet, NK. Made during the 1940s. This piece put into production in 1944. Attributed to Axel Einar Hjorth. Made from solid...
Pine
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H 61.42 in W 44.1 in D 18.9 in
"Diné" Bar Cabinet by David Rosén for Nordiska Kompaniet, NK, Sweden, 1940s
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet), David Rosén
Located in Hägersten, SE
Bar cabinet model "Diné" designed by David Rosén. Produced in Sweden by Nordiska Kompaniet, circa 1950. Made from dark stained mahogany with custom brass hardware detail, structured ...
Brass