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
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.
Danish Large Oval Dining Table in Mahogany
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Large dining or conference table, mahogany, Denmark, 1960s This stunningly large oval or egg-shaped dining table was crafted in Denmark during the 1960s. Made from rich mahogany, th...
Mahogany
Scandinavian Adjustable Dining Table in Cherry Wood
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Dining table, cherry wood, Scandinavia, 1980s A size-adjustable dining table where function meets enduring quality. Designed with multiple extension leaves, it effortlessly adapts t...
Cherry
Danish 12 Person Expanding Oval Dining Table + Leaves Interform Collection
Located in Hyattsville, MD
We are not sure if this table has any real rosewood veneer, it appears to be a wood with a similar grain that is stained in the color of rosewood, the under side appears to be walnut...
Hardwood
Remarkable Dining Table by Danish Cabinetmaker in Teak and Maple
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Cabinetmaker, dining table, maple, teak, Denmark, 1940s This stand-out dining table was designed by a Danish furniture maker, whose identity is unfortunately not yet known. The desi...
Maple, Teak
Bruno Mathsson Piet Hein for Fritz Hansen Super-Ellipse White Dining Table
By Fritz Hansen, Bruno Mathsson, Piet Hein
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Bruno Mathsson and Piet Hein for Fritz Hansen, 'Super-Ellipse' dining table, laminated wood, chrome-plated steel, aluminum, Denmark, design 1968, production 1975 This table represen...
Aluminum, Steel, Chrome
Børge Mogensen for Søborg Møbelfabrik Extendable Dining Table in Teak
By Børge Mogensen, Søborg Møbelfabrik
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Børge Mogensen for Søborg Møbelfabrik, extendable dining table, model 153, teak, Denmark, 1952. Designed by Børge Mogensen for Søborg Møbelfabrik, this dining table model 153 is ch...
Teak
1960s Danish Extendable Dining Table in Oak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Extendable dining table or conference table, oak, Denmark, 1960s A sizeable dining table or conference table executed in oak. On one side, a leave can be attached to the frame whic...
Oak
Børge Mogensen for Søborg Møbelfabrik Extendable Dining Table in Teak
By Børge Mogensen, Søborg Møbelfabrik
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Børge Mogensen for Søborg Møbelfabrik, extendable dining table, model 153, teak, Denmark, 1952. This extendable dining table is characterized by a strong and solid construction exe...
Teak
Newly Refinished - Expanding Mid-Century Swedish Modern Teak Dining Table
By J.O. Carlsson, Karl-Erik Ekselius
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Expertly Refinished With over 15 years of experience, our workshop has followed a careful process of restoration, showcasing our passion and creativity for vintage desig...
Teak
Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen Rare Large Dining or Conference Table in Mahogany
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen, dining or conference table, mahogany, stainless steel, Denmark, 1960 An exceptional and rare design by Danish master Hans J. Wegner, executed by the...
Stainless Steel
1974 Borge Mogensen FDB Oak Dining Work Shaker C18 Table Desk Scandinavian
Located in Hyattsville, MD
1974 Shaker Table example, with the most beautiful patina. The oak examples of the FDB Mogensen stuff really ages wonderfully. This C18 Shaker dining table is dated October 1 1974 (...
Oak
Jacob Kielland-Brandt Dining Table in Solid Pine
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Jacob Kielland-Brandt, dining table, solid pine, Denmark, 1960s. This remarkable table holds a natural expression due to the pine’s properties featuring grains and knots. The table ...
Pine
Rosewood Dining Table by John Mortensen, Denmark, 1960s
By Heltborg Møbler, John Mortensen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Oval Extendable Rosewood Dining Table by John Mortensen, for Heltborg Møbelfabrik in Denmark during the 1960s. Crafted in beautifully grained rosewood, the table comes with two match...
Rosewood
Danish Modern Bentwood Dining table by Rud Thygesen and Johnny Sorensen
By Rud Thygesen and Johnny Sorensen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Large Danish Bentwood and Black Laminate Botium Dining Table by Magnus Olesen 1970s. Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Dining table in steam bent light Nordic oak with black laminated ...
Laminate, Birch, Bentwood
Made in Denmark Dining Table by Thygesen and Sorensen for Magnus Olesen, 1970s
By Magnus Olesen, Rud Thygesen and Johnny Sorensen
Located in Antwerp, BE
Beautiful solid beech wood dining table with black linoleum top by Thygesen and Sorensen for Magnus Olesen, 1970s. Danish dining table rectangular in shape, with curved solid wood le...
Laminate, Beech
Round Danish Art Deco Dining / Console Table in Ebonized Oak, Early-20th Century
Located in Odense, DK
Elegant Danish art deco dining table crafted in solid oak with a rich ebonized finish. The round tabletop is accented by a finely detailed apron featuring geometric relief carving, w...
Oak
$2,560Sale Price|20% Off
Stunning Mid century modern danish walnut rounded dining table with two leaves
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid century modern walnut rounded dining table with two leaves. This table sits on (4) narrow tapered legs and has brass hardware under the table. This table sits 4 - 6 chairs. Beau...
Brass
$1,600Sale Price|20% Off
Danish Modern Teak Drop Leaf Dining Table, Scandinavian Style, 1970
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Danish Modern Teak Rectangle Drop Leaf folding dining Table made in Denmark. Very clean table with 2 fold down leaves ready for use. Seats 4-6 chairs...
Teak
Oak Dining Table with Cross-Base by Danish Cabinetmaker, Mid-20th Century
Located in Odense, DK
A beautifully crafted solid oak dining table by an unknown Danish cabinetmaker, dating to the mid-20th century. The table exemplifies the timeless appeal and thoughtful proportions o...
Oak
Danish Teak Flip Flap or Lotus Dining Table by Dyrlund, Circa 1970s
By Dyrlund
Located in Peabody, MA
A Danish teak “lotus” or “flip-flap” dining table by Dyrlund, ca. 1970s. Measures 47" diameter when closed, when fully opened the self storing leaves expand the table to 69” diameter.
Teak
Henning Kjaernulf dining table in rosewood Soro Stole Denmark 1960
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
Henning Kjærnulf model 62 dining table produced by Søro Stolefabrik, Denmark, 1960. A beautifully sculpted and highly refined example of Danish mid-century modern design, combining e...
Rosewood
Skovby Danish Modern Sculpted Rosewood Extension Dining Table, Newly Refinished
Located in South Bend, IN
A sleek and stylish mid-century Danish Modern sculpted rosewood extension dining table By Skovby Møbelfabrik Denmark, Circa 1970s Measures: 65"W x 39.75"D x 28"H. Extends up to 10...
Rosewood
Niels Møller for Gudme Møbelfabrik Danish Modern Dining Table, Newly Refinished
By Niels Otto Møller, Gudme Møbelfabrik
Located in South Bend, IN
A sleek and stylish mid-century Danish Modern sculpted rosewood extension dining table By Niels Møller for Gudme Møbelfabrik Denmark, Circa 1960s Measures: 64"W x 41.5"D x 27.5"H....
Rosewood
$6,000Sale Price / item|20% Off
Handcrafted Live Edge Olive Wood & Crystal Clear Epoxy Resin Dining Table
Located in İnegöl, TR
Materials: Sustainably sourced Olive Wood, Premium UV-Resistant Crystal Clear Resin. Dimensions: 240 cm (L) x 100 cm (W) / Approx. 94.5" x 39.4" Finish: Hand-polished to a high-glo...
Epoxy Resin, Wood, Olive
Danish Brutalist Oak Drop Leaf Dining Table with Ox Art Tiles by Gangso, 1970s.
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Brutalist Oak Drop Leaf Dining Table with Ox Art Tiles by Gangso, 1970s. Stunning Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern dining room table in dark oak with two removable drop leaves...
Ceramic, Oak
Danish MCM EX.+ Teak Wood Grain Dining Table by Dyrlund Denmark 1960s, Mod. 9276
By Dyrlund
Located in Basel, BS
This round dining table—Dyrlund’s original model 9276 in solid teak—comfortably seats four to six and embodies the timeless elegance for which the Danish maker is renowned. Its richl...
Teak
Maria Dining Table by Bruno Mathsson, Teak & Beech, 1930s Sweden
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
First edition “Maria” dining table by Bruno Mathsson, made with a teak table top and beech legs. Beautiful brass locking mechanism that keeps the middle part from moving when folded....
Brass
$2,870Sale Price|30% Off
Otmar Danish Scandinavian Modern Teak Round Extendable Dining Table MCM
Located in Dayton, OH
Otmar Furniture Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining or Breakfast Table, circa 1980. Features a minimalist sleek form with a round top over an X form base. The table extends to accomm...
Teak
Borge Mogensen for FDB Mobler Shaker Dining Table C18, 1950
Located in Los Angeles, CA
wonderful shaker dining table C18, designed in 1947 by Borge Mogensen for FDB Mobler, with beech veneered top, solid beech legs and brass hardware. Table comes with a matching 18.5" ...
Beech
Henning Kjærnulf, Danish Mid Century Modern, Rectangular Oak Dining Table, 1960s
Located in Odense, DK
A refined Danish Modern dining table designed by Henning Kjærnulf, crafted in Denmark in solid oak and accompanied by two matching extension leaves. The piece exemplifies Scandinavia...
Oak
$8,600Sale Price|21% Off
Bruno Mathsson 'Maria' Drop-Leaf Folding Table in Walnut, Sweden, c 1950s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A beautifully crafted and refinished 'Maria' drop-leaf / gateleg dining table by Bruno Mathsson, Sweden, circa 1950s to 1960s, executed in richly figured walnut with an elegant warm ...
Walnut
$4,845Sale Price|27% Off
Bjorn Wiinblad for Rosenthal Ceramic Art Tiles Hibachi Grill Table, 1960s
By Rosenthal, Bjorn Wiinblad, Bjørn Wiinblad
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A striking example of Bjorn Wiinblad’s rare hibachi grill table for Rosenthal, Germany, circa 1960s. Designed as both a functional and decorative centerpiece, the table features a cy...
Concrete
Large oval, extendable Danish rosewood dining table, Harry Østergaard/Randers.
By Randers Møbelfabrik, Harry Østergaard
Located in JOINVILLE-LE-PONT, FR
Stunning large Scandinavian dining table. With its two large, separate extensions, it can seat up to 12 people. The extensions are darker due to less use. A very elegant and beautifu...
Rosewood
Skovby Danish Modern Sculpted Rosewood Extension Dining Table, Newly Refinished
Located in South Bend, IN
A sleek and stylish mid-century Danish Modern sculpted rosewood extension dining table By Skovby Møbelfabrik Denmark, Circa 1970s Measures: 49.25"W x 49.25"D x 28.25"H. Extends up...
Rosewood
Rectangle Birch Table/Desk by Rud Thygesen and Johnny Sørensen for Magnus Olesen
By Magnus Olesen, Rud Thygesen and Johnny Sorensen
Located in Chicago, IL
c. 1980s. Denmark. Bent birch legs and inset painted top.
Birch
Danish Mid Century, Round Dining Table in Solid Oak with Two Extensions, 1960s
By CJ Rosengaarden, Kurt Østervig, Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Odense, DK
A classic Danish Modern dining table crafted in solid oak, produced by a Danish cabinetmaker in the 1960s. The table features a refined sculptural appearance with elegantly curved le...
Oak
Henning Kjærnulf Scandinavian Solid White Oak Round Dining Table with Leaves
Located in Oakland, CA
Beautiful Danish dining table designed by Henning Kjaernulf Denmark, 1960s. Handcrafted from solid white oak, the table features quarter-sawn grain, softly rounded edge, and sculptur...
Oak
$2,400Sale Price|20% Off
Danish Mid Century Niels Otto Moller Refractory Style Extension Dining Table
By J. L. Möller Höjbjerg, Neils O. Möller
Located in New York, NY
Classic Danish midcentury dining table designed by Niels Otto Moller, made by J.L. Moller of teak with concealed draw leaves which extend out from the sides. The table is teak, with ...
Teak
Peter Hvidt and Orla Molgaard Solid Teak Dining Table with Drop-leaves
By Hvidt & Mølgaard, Søborg Møbelfabrik
Located in London, GB
Listed here are two chests of drawers sold separately. These pieces are part of a large group of bedroom furniture designed by Hvidt & Mølgaard and made by Søborg Møbler in th...
Teak
Piet Hein & Bruno Mathsson “Super Circular” Dining Table, Denmark, 1970
By Fritz Hansen, Piet Hein, Bruno Mathsson
Located in Dronten, NL
An exceptional collaboration between Danish designer Piet Hein and Swedish modernist Bruno Mathsson, this “Super Circular” dining table represents a landmark in Scandinavian design, ...
Chrome
Peter Hvidt Round Extendable Solid Teak Dining Table, Made in Denmark, 1959
By Peter Hvidt
Located in Antwerp, BE
Peter Hvidt extandable dining table created in 1959 by Soborg Mobler. Featuring a beautiful solid teak wood construction, and a solid teak floating top with clean lines, organic shap...
Teak
Scandinavian Modern Extendable Dining Table in Mahogany and Oak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Extendable dining table, mahogany, oak, Scandinavia, 1960s This Scandinavian Modern extendable dining table from the 1960s features a ...
Mahogany, Oak
Dyrlund Oval Dining Table, Denmark 1970s
Located in Wien, AT
Elegant solid teak dining table manufactured by Dyrlund, Denmark, in the 1970s. Renowned for its exceptional craftsmanship and timeless Scandinavian aesthetic, Dyrlund has been prod...
Teak
$2,560Sale Price|20% Off
Scandinavian Modern Extension dining table by Cees Braakman for Pastoe
By Cees Braakman, Pastoe
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An extending dining table designed by Cees Braakman for Pastoe featuring a white Lacquer sliding top mechanism that reveals an integrated leaf for extension on one side of table. Sol...
Lacquer, Hardwood
Contemporary Rectangular Dining Table 'Tangent' by DK3, Oak Oil, 240 cm
By Anne Boysen, DK3
Located in Paris, IDF
Contemporary Rectangular Dining Table 'Tangent' designed by Anne Boysen for DK3 Handmade in Denmark Dimensions: - H.72 x 240 x 110 cm - Big leg: 60 x 24,3 cm / Small leg: 54,8 x 11...
Oak
Contemporary Dining Table 'Ten' by DK3, Smoked Oak or Walnut, 240, Oval
By DK3
Located in Paris, IDF
'Ten' dining table, Oval, 240cm. Solid wood tabletop and legs. Handmade in Denmark. Designed by Jacob Plejdrup. Model shown on main picture: Shape: Oval Wood: Smoked Oak Dimensions...
Oak, Walnut
Scandinavian Rustic Dining Table in Pine
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Dining table, pine, Scandinavia, 1950s This dining table captures the aesthetic sensibilities associated with designers Carl Malmsten, Göran Malmvall, and Axel Einar Hjorth. With it...
Pine
Contemporary Rectangular Dining Table 'Tangent' by DK3, Lacquered Oak, 240 cm
By Anne Boysen, DK3
Located in Paris, IDF
Contemporary Rectangular Dining Table 'Tangent' designed by Anne Boysen for DK3 Handmade in Denmark Dimensions: - H. 72 x 240 x 110 cm - Big leg: 60 x 24,3 cm / Small leg: 54,8 x 1...
Oak
"Lovö" Dining Table by Axel Einar Hjorth for Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden, 1930s
By Axel Einar Hjorth, NK (Nordiska Kompaniet)
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
Customizable Dining Table 'Ten', Smoked Oak or Walnut, 270, Rectangular
By DK3
Located in Paris, IDF
'TEN' Table designed by Christian Troels and Jacob Plejdrup for DK3 Handmade in Denmark. Solid wood tabletop and legs Model shown on main picture: ...
Oak, Walnut
Danish Mid Century Oak Wooden Drop-Leaf Library Table by Børge Mogensen, 1960s
By Børge Mogensen, P. Lauritsen & Son 1
Located in Stockholm, SE
A rare and iconic Danish mid century wooden drop-leaf library table in solid stained oak designed by Børge Mogensen in 1958 and produced by P. Lauritsen cabinetmakers in Denmark duri...
Oak
Scandinavian Modernist Dining Table by Carl Malmsten, 1940s
By Axel Einar Hjorth, Carl Malmsten
Located in Forest, BE
This is a large and unusual dining table made out of pine. Produced in Sweden around the 1940s. It is a so unique in the shape, the base is very unusual. It will brighten any project...
Pine
Scandinavian Extendable Dining Table in Oak and Teak by Yngvar Sandström
By Nordiska Kompaniet, Yngvar Sandström
Located in Dronten, NL
An elegant and highly functional extendable dining table designed by Yngvar Sandström for Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden. Crafted with a refined combination of materials, the table featu...
Oak, Teak
1970s Dyrlund Scandinavian Modern Extendable Rosewood Dining Table Denmark
By Dyrlund
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Danish Modern 1970s Scandinavian Rosewood Extendable Dining Table. Attribution Dyrlund unsigned Solid wood legs. Round top in plywood book matched rosewood veneer. Clean modern desig...
Rosewood, Plywood
Rare Jørgen Magnussen for Peder Pedersen Custom-Made Dining Table in Pine
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Jørgen Magnussen for Peder Pedersen, rare dining table, pine, lacquered wood, Denmark, circa 1957 A presumably unique dining table (ca. 1957), designed by Jørgen Magnussen, and craf...
Wood, Pine
$4,800Sale Price / item|20% Off
River Olive Epoxy Table - Live Edge River Dining Table - Custom Epoxy Table
Located in İnegöl, TR
Custom Olive Epoxy Resin Dining Table This stunning table is made of Mediterranean Olive wood. The unique beauty of the natural curves of olive wood combined with black epoxy is see...
Epoxy Resin, Olive, Wood
Børge Mogensen Shaker Dining Table, Fredericia, Denmark, Model 6286
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen shaker dining table in solid oiled oak. Made by Fredericia, model 6286.
Oak
Ludvig Sturm Large Extendable Dining Table in Oak, Sweden ca. 1948
By Ludvig Sturm
Located in Prague, New Town
Ludvig Sturm for Inrednings-Kompaniet AB, large Swedish Modern dining table, oak, Sweden, ca. 1948. An exceptional and rare Swedish Modern dining table in oak, designed by Ludvig St...
Oak
$3,023Sale Price|20% Off
Scandinavian Modern extendable round Oak Dining Table by Henning Kjaernulf
Located in Uccle, BE
Extendable and retractable oak dining room table by Henning Kjaernulf. We also have a set of 6 matching chairs that would work very well with the tab...
Wood, Oak
$2,400Sale Price|25% Off
Mid Century Danish modern teak rectangle dining table
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Danish Modern Teak Rectangle dining Table made in Denmark. Shows normal use and wear - table ready for use. Nice wood joints. No leaves or extensions just a solid table. Seats 4-6 ch...
Teak