While Norway comprises something of an unsung chapter in the history of Scandinavian modernism, an export company called Westnofa shouldn’t be overlooked. It represented a collective of the country’s leading manufacturers to promote and export their furniture worldwide. Westnofa was key to the success of Norway’s mid-century designers and furniture brands, and fostered the growth of entities that might otherwise be unknown to today’s design aficionados.
Norway’s furniture factories were largely destroyed during World War II, and while the country’s sophisticated works — designed in teak, pine and other prized woods — had earned a place in Scandinavian modernism, its output was overshadowed by big names such as Alvar Aalto and Arne Jacobsen who’d earned icon status in Finland and Denmark, respectively. Westnofa, a name derived from “West Norway Factories,” took shape in the late 1950s in order to circumvent the limitations that the country’s furniture industry had faced in the areas of marketing and production. Some of the manufacturers connected to Westnofa were P.I. Langlo Møbelfabrikk, Ekornes, Stokke and Vestlandske.
Westnofa took great pains to devise the most cost-effective and efficient method of packing and shipping worldwide. Flat-pack assembly for lightweight shipping was the result. In neighboring Sweden during the late 1940s, DUX president and furniture designer Folke Ohlsson put the same idea into practice. Flat-pack assembly saved space in warehouses and money on transportation. It’s a breakthrough that survives today — namely at popular Swedish brand IKEA.
While it’s unclear if Westnofa also produced furniture in addition to exporting the goods of a group of manufacturers, some of the more well-known designers that are today mentioned alongside the company include Ingmar Relling, Torstein Nilsen and Jens Nielsen. Relling is best known for seating and his most famous piece associated with Westnofa is his high-backed Siesta chair, which features supple leather cushions atop a bentwood frame. Torstein Nilsen designed an elegant glass-topped bentwood dining table that is also commonly linked with Westnofa. Jens Nielsen created minimalist, sculptural lounge chairs in birch and plywood that are connected with the Westnofa name.
On 1stDibs, find vintage Westnofa seating, tables, case pieces and storage cabinets.
Westnofa Tufted Leather Lounge Chair, Norway, 1970s
By Westnofa Furniture, Ingmar Relling
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Produced by Norwegian manufacturer Westnofa in the 1970s, this lounge chair pairs deeply button-tufted leather cushioning with a sculptural bentwood frame. The X-shaped scissor base ...
Leather, Upholstery, Hardwood
"Siesta" Chair in New Leather Upholstery, Igmar Relling, Westnofa, Norway, 1970s
By Westnofa Furniture
Located in Deland, FL
Introducing a rare, authentically vintage "Siesta" Chair featuring new Italian leather upholstery. The "Siesta" chair has become one of the most recognizable and exalted Scandinavia...
Leather, Beech
Scandinavian Modern Brown Leather Siesta Low Safari Lounge Chair Westnofa
By Westnofa Furniture
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Westnofa Norwegian modern Low Siesta Safari chair designed by Ingmar Relling. Beech Wooden frames, beautiful Medium Brown leather cushions. Bentwood frames and cloth sling backing. W...
Leather, Canvas, Beech
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Long Teak Credenza or Dresser by Westnofa
By Westnofa Furniture
Located in Philadelphia, PA
You can use this in any room of the house! A beautifully designed teak credenza with top notch construction made by Westnofa Furniture in Europe. It features a sleek front with 6 dee...
Teak
Mid-Century Modern Siesta Leather Footstool Ingmar Relling for Westnofa, 1960s
By Ingmar Relling, Westnofa Furniture
Located in Hamburg, DE
Ottoman for the Siesta Chair by the Norwegian manufacturer Westnofa, based on a design by Ingmar Relling from the 1960s. The ottoman’s frame is made of light wood. The seat is upho...
Leather, Bentwood
$2,160Sale Price|40% Off
Mid-Century Norwegian Modern 6 Drawer Rosewood Dresser Westnofa
By Westnofa Furniture
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful Mid-Century Norwegian modern tall rosewood 6-drawer dresser by Westnofa. Great design and great vintage condition - clean inside and out. Drawers slide smooth with dovetail...
Rosewood
Westnofa Wing Leather Armchair by Harald Relling, 1970
By Westnofa Furniture, Harald Relling
Located in Ludwigslust, DE
With its striking silhouette, its seemingly floating seat, and the characteristic combination of leather, canvas, and chrome-plated steel, this rare Westnofa "Wing" lounge chair embo...
Chrome
Mid Century Teak Coffee Table by Westnofa Made in Norway, C 1960/1970s
By Westnofa Furniture
Located in New York, NY
Classic Scandinavian mid century coffee / cocktail table made in Norway by Westnofa, circa 1960's. The table is in good original condition, it shows some cosmetic wear, and signs of ...
Teak
$1,195Sale Price|25% Off
1970's Joe Rufenacht leather Lounge Chair
By Westnofa Furniture, Ingmar Relling
Located in Bern, CH
1970's Joe Rufenacht swiveling leather Lounge Chair, produced by JR Furniture, Australia. Padded black leather seat, back rest and head support on a swiv...
Leather, Wood
Norwegian "Siesta" Lounge Chair and Ottoman Designed by Ingmar Relling
By Westnofa Furniture, Ingmar Relling
Located in San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Leon
Genuine black leather and bentwood that gives an aesthetic definition with the typical Scandinavian narrative. Both pieces are in excellent condition, having been used very little an...
Leather, Wood, Bentwood
$2,395Sale Price|20% Off
Mid-century Westnofa Teak High Boy Dresser c.1960
By Westnofa Furniture
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT An original five drawer Teak high boy dresser by Westnofa. Long inset carved handles with black interiors. Dovetail joinery construction. The piece sits on a black, plinth bas...
Wood, Teak
Westnofa Rosewood Nightstand
By Westnofa Furniture
Located in Fulton, CA
Beautiful rosewood wood grain in this Scandinavian Modern night stand by Westnofa Furniture. Norway, circa. 1960's. Excellent original finish with nice glow to patina. Retains Westn...
Rosewood
Westnofa Siesta Armchair by Ingmar Relling, Leather & Beechwood, 1960
By Westnofa Furniture, Ingmar Relling
Located in Ludwigslust, DE
A Siesta armchair in a beautiful, rich chocolate brown with an additional cushion in the headrest and armrests. The leather of the armchair is soft and well-preserved, showing slight...
Leather
$1,865Sale Price / set|20% Off
Pair of vintage 1970s leather armchairs "Siesta" design I. Relling for Westnofa
By Westnofa Furniture, Ingmar Relling
Located in Torino, Piemonte
Pair of armchairs with wooden frame and black leather upholstery, model "Siesta" design Ingmar Relling for Westnofa, 1970s. CONDITION: In good condition, shows signs of wear given b...
Leather, Wood
1970s, Norwegian design by Ingmar Relling, lounge chair, model "Siesta".
By Ingmar Relling, Westnofa Furniture
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Norwegian design by Ingmar Relling. Lounge chair, model "Siesta". Original brown furniture leather, canvas, bent wood. Original good condition: no smells, no stains and stable...
Leather, Canvas, Beech
Pair of Scandinavian Easy Chairs with Teak and Leather by Westnofa, 1960s
By Westnofa Furniture
Located in Rosendahl, DE
Beautiful "Scandinavian Modern" easy chairs, by Westnofa, made in the 1960s. The chairs are made from teak and high quality aniline leather and come fully restored.
Leather, Teak
Set of 2 "Siesta" Chairs in Leather, Igmar Relling for Westnofa, Norway, 1970's
By Westnofa Furniture
Located in Deland, FL
Introducing a rare set of matching "Siesta" Chairs featuring new leather upholstery. The "Siesta" chair has become one of the most recognizable and exalted Scandinavian furniture de...
Leather
Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Ingmar Relling Siesta Lounge Chair for Westnofa
By Ingmar Relling, Westnofa Furniture
Located in München, BY
Siesta armchair with high backrest and armrests in black leather and black bentwood frame. Designed by Norwegian design icon Ingmar Relling in the late 1960s and manufactured by West...
Leather, Linen, Wood
$2,800Sale Price|30% Off
Mid Century Modern Teak low long 6 drawer dresser by Westnofa Norway
By Westnofa Furniture
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful Mid Century Modern Teak low long 6 drawer Dresser by Westnofa Made In Norway. Very simple design with inset handles with black lacquer paint. Very stunning curved design an...
Teak, Lacquer
Brazilian Rosewood 8-Drawer Dresser Sideboard by Westnofa Sweden
By Westnofa Furniture
Located in Stamford, CT
Scandinavian Modernism represents a body of work that has had a tremendous impact on the furniture industry. Danish, Swedish, and Norwegian designers and manufacturers placed great i...
Rosewood
Midcentury "Siesta" Lounge Chair by Ingmar Relling for Westnofa, Norway, 1970s
By Ingmar Relling, Westnofa Furniture
Located in Praha, CZ
- iconic model - very confortable
Leather, Fabric, Wood
Brazilian Rosewood Gentleman's Dresser Chest by Westnofa Sweden
By Westnofa Furniture
Located in Stamford, CT
Scandinavian Modernism represents a body of work that has had a tremendous impact on furniture design. Danish, Swedish, and Norwegian designers and manufacturers placed great importa...
Rosewood
Pair of Relling Highback Siesta Chairs in Beige Leather with Matching Ottoman
By Ingmar Relling, Westnofa Furniture
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Great pair of highback Siesta chairs in light grey leather with one matching ottoman and light brown stained bentwood beech frame. Designed by Norwegian design icon, Ingmar Relling i...
Leather, Beech
Siesta Lounge Chair attributed to Ingmar Relling for Westnofa
By Ingmar Relling, Westnofa Furniture
Located in Rødekro, DK
A masterpiece of mid-century Scandinavian design, the iconic "Siesta" lounge chair was designed in 1965 by acclaimed Norwegian designer Ingmar Relling (1920–2002) for Westnofa — one ...
Leather, Bentwood, Plywood
Vintage Teak Lounge Chair + Ottoman by Rolf Rastad + Adolf Relling for Westnofa
By Adolf Relling and Rolf Rastad, Rolf Rastad, Adolf Relling, Westnofa Furniture
Located in Decatur, GA
Vintage sculptural old growth teak lounge chair and ottoman by Rolf Rastad and Adolf Relling for Westnofa, circa 1960s. All original and in excellent condition. Original turquoise an...
Wool, Teak
Westnofa Furniture Rosewood Bedroom Set Queen Floating Frame Bed and Dressers
By Westnofa Furniture
Located in Toledo, OH
This beautiful rosewood bedroom set from Westnofa Furniture includes a queen size floating platform bedframe, wide headboard with floating shelves with drawers, a low 8-drawer dresse...
Rosewood
SOLD 01/05/26 Ingmar Relling for Westnofa Leather Lounge Chair and Ottoman
By Ingmar Relling, Westnofa Furniture
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Ingmar Relling for Westnofa Mid Century Leather Lounge Chair and Ottoman The chair measures: 29 wide x 37 deep x 35.75 high, with a seat height of 15 inches and arm height/chair cle...
Leather, Wood
$3,347 / set
Westnofa Mid Century Danish Rosewood Nightstands
By Westnofa Furniture
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Westnofa Mid Century Danish Rosewood Nightstands Each nightstand measures: 20.5 wide x 15.5 deep x 20 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call restored vintag...
Rosewood
Pair of Siesta Chairs by Ingmar Relling for Westnofa Norway, 1960s
By Westnofa Furniture, Ingmar Relling
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of Siesta High-Back Lounge Chairs by Ingmar Relling for Westnofa, Norway, 1960s These are very comfortable. Inghmar Relling designrd for Wesnofa and won the 1964 Norwegen design...
Leather, Canvas, Teak
Restored Westnofa Sliding Door Credenza or Sideboard in Rosewood, Norway 1950s
By Westnofa Furniture
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed and made by in-house craftsmen at Westnofa, this credenza was made in Norway in the early 1950s. Westnofa is famous today wor working with numerous Scandinavian designers th...
Felt, Maple, Rosewood
Westnofa Vestlandske Pair of Scandinavian Modern Bentwood Lounge Chairs
By Westnofa Furniture
Located in North Charleston, SC
An exceptional pair of Scandinavian Modern lounge chairs produced by Westnofa (Vestlandske Møbler), Norway, circa 1970s. Renowned for exporting some of the finest Nordic seating of t...
Leather, Bentwood
1970s, Norwegian design by Ingmar Relling, model "Siesta" for Westnofa, original
By Westnofa Furniture, Ingmar Relling
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Norwegian design by Ingmar Relling for Westnofa, model "Siesta". Original good condition: no smells, no stains and stable construction. Original brown furniture leather, bent ...
Leather, Canvas, Beech
Rosewood Westnofa 8 Drawer Lowboy Storage Unit Mid-Century Modern Norway 1970s
By Westnofa Furniture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This minimalist credenza profile features soft rounded corner frames and an elegant handleless front configuration. Eight spacious pull-out compartments provide expansive bedroom or ...
Rosewood
Westnofa Lounge Chairs in Patchwork Leather, Norway 1970s
By Westnofa Furniture
Located in Wien, AT
Great set of two swivel lounge chairs made in brown patchwork leather. The stained brown bentwood beech frames are supported by a five feet metal base. Manufactured by Westnofa Norwa...
Leather, Bentwood
Westnofa Chaise Lounge Chair by Ingmar & Knut Relling for Vestlandske, c. 1970's
By Ingmar Relling, Westnofa Furniture, Knut Relling
Located in Deland, FL
A Scandinavian Modern lounge chair by Ingmar and Knut Relling for Vestlandske/Westnofa. It has an ebony stained bentwood frame and chocolate brown leather upholstery. The lounger is ...
Leather
Modern Rosewood Westnofa Coffee Table
By Westnofa Furniture
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Designer: Unknown. Manufacturer: Westnofa. Period/Model: Mid-Century Modern. Specs: Rosewood Condition: This modern rosewood Westnofa coffee table is in excellent restored c...
Rosewood
Westnofa MCM Danish Rosewood 14 Drawer Armoire Gentleman's Chest Highboy Dresser
By Westnofa Furniture
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Westnofa Mid Century Danish Rosewood 14 Drawer Armoire Gentleman's Chest Highboy Dresser This highboy measures: 48 wide x 18 deep x 45.5 inches high All pi...
Rosewood
$1,760Sale Price / set|20% Off
Westnofa Scandinavian Rosewood Lounge Chair & Ottoman by Ingmar Relling
By Westnofa Furniture
Located in Pasadena, TX
Westnofa Scandinavian rosewood lounge chair & ottoman by Ingmar Relling A Mid-Century Modern lounge chair and ottoman made in Nor...
Leather, Rosewood
Danish Modern Teak 8 Drawer Lowboy Dresser
By Westnofa Furniture
Located in Freehold, NJ
This Danish modern lowboy dresser by Westnofa features hardwood construction, original teak finish, eight dovetailed drawers with sculpted pulls, and a black painted plinth base. Di...
Teak
Pair of Westnofa Norwegian Burgundy Leather Upholstered Wing Armchairs
By Westnofa Furniture
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of Mid-Century Norwegian (1970s) wing back armchairs with low side arms upholstered in button tufted deep burgundy red leather and standing on flat bar metal legs with 4 adjusta...
Leather
1970s, Norwegian design by Ingmar Relling, model "Siesta", furniture leather.
By Westnofa Furniture, Ingmar Relling
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Norwegian design by Ingmar Relling, model "Siesta". Original brown furniture leather, bent beech wood, canvas. Original good condition: no smells, no stains and stable constru...
Leather, Canvas, Bentwood
Westnofa Mid Century Modern Danish Rosewood Gentleman's Chest or Dresser
By Westnofa Furniture
Located in Chicago, IL
Rosewood Gentleman's Chest or Highboy circa 1950. This case is wrapped in an amazing rosewood veneer that has exceptional color and grain patterns. Rosewood is a protected species ...
Wood, Rosewood
1970s, Norwegian design by Harald Relling, original condition, leather.
By Westnofa Furniture, Harald Relling
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Norwegian design by Harald Relling. Original very good condition with patina: no smells and no stains. Original brown leather, chrome steel, teak...
Chrome
2x 60s 70s Easy Chair Leather Armchairs Westnofa Norway Mid Century
By Westnofa Furniture
Located in Neuenkirchen, NI
2x 60s 70s Easy Chair Leather Armchairs Westnofa Norway Mid Century Item: 2x Leather Armchairs Manufacturer: Westnofa Condition: Good - Vintage Age: Approx. 1960-1970 Dimensions...
Leather, Wood
Pair of Siesta Lounge Chairs by Ingmar Relling for Westnofa, 1970s
By Westnofa Furniture, Ingmar Relling
Located in Rødding, DK
A pair of Siesta lounge chairs by Ingmar Relling, produced by Westnofa Furniture, Norway, 1970s. Original Westnofa labels present on both frames. The Siesta is one of the most endur...
Leather, Beech
Ingmar Relling for Westnofa MCM Reversible Leather and Wool Bentwood Chaise
By Westnofa Furniture, Ingmar Relling
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Ingmar Relling for Westnofa Mid Century Reversible Leather and Wool Bentwood Chaise This chaise measures: 25 wide x 58 deep x 32 high, with a seat height of 13 inches Great Vintage...
Leather, Wool, Bentwood
Norwegian Teak Modular Bench/Coffee Table by Gerhard Berg for Westnofa
By Westnofa Furniture, P.I. Langlos Fabrikker AS Stranda
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Imagine a beautifully crafted vintage teak bench/coffee table that embodies both elegance and versatility, designed by the talented Gerhard Berg and manufactured by P.I. Langlo Fabri...
Fabric, Teak
Westnofa Mid Century Teak and Chrome Swivel Chair
By Westnofa Furniture
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Westnofa Mid Century Teak and Chrome Swivel Chair This chair measures: 22.75 wide x 20 deep x 31 high, with a seat height of 17.25 and arm height/chair clearance of 23.25 inches Gr...
Chrome
Siesta rocking chair and ottoman by Ingmar Relling
By Westnofa Furniture, Ingmar Relling
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Siesta rocking chair and ottoman by Ingmar Relling for Westnofa. Black leather. Excellent original condition.
Leather, Beech
$2,400Sale Price|25% Off
Mid Century Modern Teak 3 drawer dresser by Westnofa Norway
By Westnofa Furniture
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful Mid Century Modern Teak 3 drawer Dresser by Westnofa Made In Norway. Very simple design with inset handles with black lacquer paint. Very stunning curved design and teak wo...
Teak, Lacquer
1970s, Norwegian design by Ingmar Relling, lounge chair, model "Siesta".
By Ingmar Relling, Westnofa Furniture
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Norwegian design by Ingmar Relling. Lounge chair model "Siesta". Original brown furniture leather with very nice patina. Bent beech wood, canvas. Original good condition: no s...
Leather, Canvas, Beech
1970s, Norwegian design by Ingmar Relling, lounge chair, model "Siesta".
By Westnofa Furniture, Ingmar Relling
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Norwegian design by Ingmar Relling. Lounge chair, model "Siesta". Original brown furniture leather, canvas, bent wood. Original good condition: no smells, no stains and stable...
Leather, Canvas, Beech
$2,700Sale Price|25% Off
Mid Century Modern Teak Tall 5 drawer dresser by Westnofa Norway
By Westnofa Furniture
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful Mid Century Modern Teak tall 5 drawer Dresser by Westnofa Made In Norway. Very simple design with inset handles with black lacquer paint. Very stunning curved design and te...
Teak, Lacquer
Ingmar Relling Siesta Lounge Chair and Ottoman in naturel Oak and Black Leather
By Ingmar Relling, Westnofa Furniture
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Ingmar Relling Siesta armchair and footstool for Rybo / Westnofa, Norway. Frame of natural oak with a strong canvas stretched between the bentwood studs. Fitted with loose cushions i...
Leather, Rope, Oak
$1,340
Siesta chair by Westnofa
By Ingmar Relling, Westnofa Furniture
Located in 'S-HERTOGENBOSCH, NL
Siesta chair in bentwood and leather by Westnofa, Norway. Designer: Ingmar Relling (1920 - 2002)
Leather, Bentwood
Westnofa Mid Century Norwegian Teak Bunk Bed
By Westnofa Furniture
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Westnofa Mid Century Norwegian Teak Bunk Bed This bunk bed measures: 77.5 wide x 41.25 deep x 56 inches high Great Vintage Condition - Minor Stain Wea...
Teak
Brazilian Rosewood Nightstand End Tables by Westnofa Norway
By Westnofa Furniture
Located in Stamford, CT
Scandinavian Modernism represents a body of work that has had a tremendous impact on the furniture industry. Danish, Swedish, and Norwegian designers and manufacturers placed great i...
Rosewood
Mid-Century lounge chair by Ingmar Relling for Westnofa, Norway 1970s Set of 2
By Ingmar Relling, Westnofa Furniture
Located in Gaggenau, DE
Mid-Century lounge chair by Ingmar Relling for Westnofa, Norway 1970s Set of 2 Design year: 1970s Made in Norway Style: vintage, Danish modern Designed by: Ingmar Relling for ...
Leather, Wood
1970s, Norwegian design by Peter Opsvik for Westnofa, highback armchair.
By Westnofa Furniture, Peter Opsvik
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Norwegian design by Peter Opsvik for Westnofa. Highback armchair with adjustable back. Original green furniture wool, dark oak wood, brown canvas. Original good condition: no ...
Leather, Canvas, Beech
Westnofa Mid Century Norwegian Teak Bunk Bed
By Westnofa Furniture
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Westnofa Mid Century Norwegian Teak Bunk Bed This bunk bed measures: 41.25 wide x 77.75 deep x 58 inches high The nightstand attachment measures 10.75 ...
Teak