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 "Skoga" Dining Table, Axel Einar Hjorth, Nk, Sweden, 1930s
By Axel Einar Hjorth, NK (Nordiska Kompaniet)
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Rustic “Skoga” dining table by Axel Einar Hjorth, made from pine. Chunky rounded lines.
Pine
"Lovö" Dining Table by Axel Einar Hjorth for Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden, 1930s
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet), Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Lovö” dining table by Axel Einar Hjorth, made from solid pine in a clean, rustic design. Beautiful woodgrain. “Lovö” is one of the series of furniture included in NK:s “Sporstugemöb...
Pine
"Utö" Console Table, Axel Einar Hjorth, NK, Sweden, 1930s
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet), Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
“Utö” console table, made in pine by Axel Einar Hjorth. An iconic early modernist design. “Utö” is one of the series of furniture included in NK:s “Sporstugemöbler”, “sports cabin’s...
Pine
"Corall" Dining Table/Desk, Axel Einar Hjorth, Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden, 1930s
By Axel Einar Hjorth, NK (Nordiska Kompaniet)
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Elegant 1930s library / dining table or desk by Axel Einar Hjorth, from the “Corall” series. Clean, compact lines. Made from birch with darker wood inlays and details.
Birch
Dining table in burl wood & beech by Axel Einar Hjorth, NK 1938, Swedish Modern.
By Axel Einar Hjorth, NK (Nordiska Kompaniet)
Located in Stockholm, SE
A rare, timeless dining table in burl wood & beech, model O.K. by Axel Einar Hjorth, NK 1938, Swedish Modern. This table is documented at the Nordiska Muséet archive in Stockholm. T...
Beech, Burl
Axel Einar Hjorth Lovö Table Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden, 1932
By Axel Einar Hjorth, NK (Nordiska Kompaniet)
Located in London, GB
A Swedish Pine Lovö dining table designed by Axel Einar Hjorth (1888–1959) for Nordiska Kompaniet in the 1930s. A major contributor to the country’s burgeoning design culture that wa...
Wood
"Lovö" pine table by Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden, 1940s
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet), Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Stockholm, SE
Table "Lovö" produced by Nordiska Kompaniet, 1940s. Solid pine with great original patina, never restored.
Pine
Pine dining table "Hytte" by Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden, 1940s
By Henning Kjærnulf, NK (Nordiska Kompaniet), Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Rare dining room table produced by NK (Nordiska Kompaniet) in Sweden during the 1940s. Made in pine with sculpted legs. One expandable leaf of 56 cm. Total length with leaf is 206 ...
Pine
Axel Einar Hjorth "Lovö" Dining Table in Pine by Nordiska Kompaniet Sweden 1930s
By Axel Einar Hjorth, NK (Nordiska Kompaniet)
Located in Stockholm, SE
A very rare and early Swedish mid century modern wooden dining table model "Lovö" in stained pine designed by Axel Einar Hjorth and produced by Nordiska Kompaniet Sweden, 1932. In go...
Pine
$14,014 / item
"Lovö" Table by Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden, 1940s
By Axel Einar Hjorth, NK (Nordiska Kompaniet)
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare dining table model "Lovö" produced by Nordiska Kompaniet, 1940s. - Solid pine with great original patina, never restored. - Extendable with two extension leafs. - Conservatio...
Pine
Axel Einar Hjorth "Skoga" Dining Table for Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden 1932
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 Nordiska Kompaniet from 1926 to 1938. During this time, Hjorth designed the “Skoga” series ...
Pine
"Lovö" Pine Console Table by Axel Einar Hjorth, NK, Sweden, 1930s
By Axel Einar Hjorth, NK (Nordiska Kompaniet)
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Pine “Lovö” console or small coffee table by Axel Einar Hjorth. Sleek lines in a solid, chunky design. Model designed in 1932. “Lovö” is one of the series of furniture included in ...
Pine
Swedish Grace Console/Library Table from NK, Sweden, 1927
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet), Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Elegant table with many variations, it can be used as a console or library table or as a small desk. Made from oak that has been beautifully lacquered black, legs and leg stand are c...
Brass
Functionalist Console Table, Axel Einar Hjorth, NK, Sweden, 1930s
By Axel Einar Hjorth, NK (Nordiska Kompaniet)
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Elegant console table by Axel Einar Hjorth, in a sleek, functionalist design. Wooden table top lacquered black, cylinder formed steel legs. “Utö” is one of the series of furniture i...
Steel
Pair of "Ängby" Bedside Tables by Axel Einar Hjorth
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet), Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Pair of lovely bedside tables by Axel Einar Hjorth, model called “Ängby”. Swedish Modern lines with a touch of rococo. Made from wood, lacquered celadon green.
Wood, Lacquer
$110,946
H 29.14 in W 66.93 in D 21.66 in
Utö Library Table by Axel Einar Hjorth for Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden, 1932
By Axel Einar Hjorth, Nordiska Kompaniet
Located in Hønefoss, 30
Rare and authentic Utö library table designed by Axel Einar Hjorth, manufactured by Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden, 1932. Wear consistent with age and use, including surface scratches, m...
Pine
$75,911
H 18.9 in W 27.96 in D 22.05 in
An Authentic Utö table by Axel Einar Hjorth for Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden 1932
By Axel Einar Hjorth, Nordiska Kompaniet
Located in Hønefoss, 30
A rare and authentic version of the iconic Utö table designer Axel Einar Hjorth, manufactured by Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden 1932. This particular Utö represents one of the rarer and...
Pine
$94,000
H 29.13 in W 66.93 in D 21.65 in
Axel Einar Hjorth Rare “Uto” library console table in acid treated and stained
By Axel Einar Hjorth, NK (Nordiska Kompaniet)
Located in New York, NY
Rare “Uto” library / console table in acid treated and stained pine wood by Axel Einar Hjorth for Nordiska Kompaniet, Stockholm, Sweden, 1930s. Good vintage condition, stains, marks ...
Pine
$4,291Sale Price|25% Off
H 30.71 in W 74.41 in D 21.66 in
Axel Einar Hjorth manner Console / Library Table, solid Pine, Sweden 1930s
By Axel Einar Hjorth, NK (Nordiska Kompaniet)
Located in Ystad, SE
Console / Library Table in the Manner of Axel Einar Hjorth, Sweden, 1930s A refined and minimalistic Swedish console or library table, executed in solid pine by a Swedish cabinetmak...
Pine
Axel Einar Hjorth Lövo Side table , 1930's
By Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Uccle, BE
Axel Einar Hjorth was a renowned Swedish designer of the 20th century, recognized for his influence in the modern Swedish design movement. Active during the first half of the 20th century, he was one of the pioneers of the modern Swedish design movement. Hjorth skillfully merged the functional aesthetics of Scandinavian design with a distinctive artistic sensibility, creating furniture pieces that transcend eras. The "Lövo side table...
Pine
Axel Einar Hjorth, Console Table, Wood, Marble, Sweden, 1930s
By Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in High Point, NC
A dark-stained wood and marble console table, model "Caesar" designed by Axel Einar Hjorth and produced by Nordiska Kompaniet, c. 1935. Wear consistent with age and use. Replaced ma...
Marble
$65,000
H 18.9 in W 27.56 in D 21.65 in
Axel Einar Hjorth low table from “Utö” series, Nordiska Kompaniet
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet), Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in New York, NY
A sculptural low table by Axel Einar Hjorth’s from “Utö” series, Nordiska Kompaniet, Crca 1932. These collection, named after the island of Utö in the Stockholm archipelago, was desi...
Pine
$11,386
H 28.75 in W 59.06 in D 25.6 in
Swedish Grace Library Table "Charles" by Axel Einar Hjorth for NK, Sweden, 1929
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet), Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Elegant console or library table by Axel Einar Hjorth, made from stained oak with beautiful decorative sculpted details.
Oak
$21,605
H 24.81 in Dm 31.11 in
Wooden Lovö Side Table in Pine by Axel Einar Hjorth for Nordiska Kompaniet 1940
By Axel Einar Hjorth, NK (Nordiska Kompaniet)
Located in Stockholm, SE
Very rare wooden sculptural side occasional table in pine model "Lovö" by Axel Einar Hjorth produced by Nordiska Kompaniet Stockholm, 1940s. In good original condition. Stable. Dim...
Pine
Sibylla Console Table by Axel Einar Hjorth, Swedish Design, 1933
By Axel Einar Hjorth, NK (Nordiska Kompaniet)
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Lovely console table by Axel Einar Hjorth, model called “Sibylla”. Clean functionalist lines with t-shaped legs, lacquered clay and celadon green.
Wood, Lacquer
Early and important Utö table designed by Axel Einar Hjorth
By Nordiska Kompaniet, Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Long Island City, NY
Early and important Utö table designed by Axel Einar Hjorth, manufactured by Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden 1932. Stained pine . The table top have bawls-like shape, and no rim on apron ...
Pine
1950s extendable round table by David Rosén
By David Rosén, NK (Nordiska Kompaniet)
Located in Brescia, IT
Extendable round dining table with carved central base and radial finish, attributed to David Rosén for NK. Extendable round table designed by David Rosén for Nordiska Kompaniet in ...
Teak
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H 28.75 in W 23.63 in D 22.45 in
Swedish Squared Pine Wooden Dining Table by Axel Einar Hjorth NK Sweden, 1940s
By Axel Einar Hjorth, NK (Nordiska Kompaniet)
Located in Stockholm, SE
Very rare and squared Swedish mid century side dining table in stained pine wood produced by Axel Einar Hjorth / Nordiska Kompaniet, 1940s. In good original condition with patina fr...
Pine
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H 29.14 in W 57.88 in D 31.5 in
Midcentury "Napoli" Dining Table by David Rosén, NK, Sweden, 1950s
By David Rosén, NK (Nordiska Kompaniet)
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Beautiful “Napoli” dining table by David Rosén. Mahogany tabletop and elegantly sculpted legs with brass details. Two extra leaves make this a versatile table that looks great in all...
Brass
Sold
H 29.14 in W 63 in D 31.5 in
Axel Einar Hjorth, dining table model O.K. for Nordiska Kompaniet Swedish Modern
By Nordiska Kompaniet, Axel Einar Hjorth, NK (Nordiska Kompaniet)
Located in Stockholm, SE
A rare extendable dining table model O.K. in elm veneer and stained elm, designed by Axel Einar Hjorth. Produced in 1936 by Nordiska Kompaniet, with label: NK R 40001 - C22 1 38. T...
Elm
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H 29.14 in W 66.93 in D 21.66 in
"Utö" Dining or Console Table, Axel Einar Hjorth, NK, Sweden, 1930s
By Axel Einar Hjorth, NK (Nordiska Kompaniet)
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Iconic “Utö” dining table by Axel Einar Hjorth, made from solid pine in a striking, rustic design with beautiful woodgrain. “Utö” is one of the series of furniture included in NK:s ...
Pine
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H 28.75 in W 70.87 in D 29.14 in
Axel Einar Hjorth "Lovö" Dining Table in Pine by Nordiska Kompaniet Sweden 1930s
By Axel Einar Hjorth, NK (Nordiska Kompaniet)
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare wooden dining table model "Lovö" by Axel Einar Hjorth in pine produced by Nordiska Kompaniet Sweden, 1932. In good original condition. Works perfectly as a working desk as well....
Pine
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H 29.14 in W 55.12 in D 27.56 in
Axel Einar Hjorth "Lovö" Dining / Console Table in Pine Produced for NK, 1930s
By Axel Einar Hjorth, NK (Nordiska Kompaniet)
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare dining / console table in solid pine model "Lovö" by Axel Einar Hjorth produced by Nordiska Kompaniet, late 1930s. Acquired from the original owner family. The table top has two...
Pine
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H 27.56 in W 70.87 in D 23.63 in
Axel Einar Hjorth "Skoga" Pine Dining Console Table Produced by NK Sweden, 1930s
By Axel Einar Hjorth, NK (Nordiska Kompaniet)
Located in Stockholm, SE
Very rare mid century scandinavian modern "Skoga" pine console / dining table by Axel Einar Hjorth for Nordiska Kompaniet, 1932. In good original condition with patina from age and u...
Pine
Nordiska Kompaniet, Rare Center Table, Stained Oak, Sweden, c. 1930
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet)
Located in High Point, NC
A rare oak center table produced by Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden, in circa 1930. Features carved solid oak paired with a top skilfully decorated with inlays. With original makers metal...
Oak
"Napoli" Dining Table by David Rosén, NK, Sweden, 1950s
By David Rosén, NK (Nordiska Kompaniet)
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Beautiful “Napoli” dining table by David Rosén. Mahogany tabletop and elegantly sculpted legs with brass details. Two extra leaves make this a versatile table that looks great in all...
Brass
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H 29.93 in W 65.36 in D 29.53 in
"Corall" Dining Table or Desk by Axel Einar Hjorth, Sweden, 1930s
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet), Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Elegant 1930s library/dining table or desk by Axel Einar Hjorth, from the “Corall” series. Clean, compact lines. Made from birch with darker wood inlays and details.
Birch
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H 28.55 in W 70.08 in D 29.14 in
"Lovö" Dining Table by Axel Einar Hjorth for Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden, 1930s
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet), Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
“Lovö” dining table by Axel Einar Hjorth, made from solid pine in a clean, rustic design. Stained darker brown.
Pine