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Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

SCANDINAVIAN MODERN STYLE

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

  • Bold, clean lines and simple, sturdy symmetries
  • Use of natural materials — native woods such as pine, ash and beech
  • Open, airy spaces
  • Promotion of functionality
  • Emphasis on craftsmanship; rooted in cabinetry profession and traditional construction techniques
  • Minimal ornamentation (little to no embellishment)
  • A neutral or light color palette owing to prominence of light woods

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. 

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Style: Scandinavian Modern
10 Swedish Mid Century Modern slat back dining chairs designed by Carl Malmsten
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
(10) Swedish Mid Century Modern slat back dining chairs designed by Carl Malmsten. Solid birch frames with leather upholstery that has a dyed finish. Very sturdy simple set of Swedis...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Leather, Birch

Rainer Daumiller Set of Four Dining Chairs in Pine
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Rainer Daumiller for Hirtshals Sawmill, set of four dining chairs, pine, Denmark, 1970s. Beautiful, organic and natural dining chairs in solid pine designed by Rainer Daumiller. A s...
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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Pine

Rainer Daumiller Armchairs in Solid Pine
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Rainer Daumiller for Hirtshals Savvaerk, armchairs, pine, Denmark, 1980s.   This design by Danish designer Rainer Daumiller shows multiple beautiful organic features. The vivid grain...
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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Pine

Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen & Søn Dining Chair in Oak and Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen & Søn, dining chair, model 'CH 33', oak, leather, Denmark, design 1954, later production. Dining chair designed by Danish designer Hans J. Wegner. Th...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Leather, Oak

Arne Hovmand-Olsen for Mogens Kold Dining Chairs in Mahogany
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Arne Hovmand-Olsen for Mogens Kold Møbelfabrik, dining chairs, model 71, mahogany, brass, Denmark, 1959 This sculptural set of dining chairs is designed by the Dane Arne Hovmand-Ol...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Brass

Arne Vodder for Sibast Pair of Dining Chairs in Walnut and Grey Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Arne Vodder for Sibast Møbler, pair of dining chairs model '418', walnut, fabric, Denmark, 1960s This model has a characteristic, sculptural frame executed in warm walnut. The sligh...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Fabric, Walnut

Teak and cane model CH40 dining chairs by Hans J. Wegner, a set of six
Located in Portland, OR
Rare model. CH40 in Teak with hand-caned rattan seats. Set of six side chairs recently imported from Europe. Classic and minimalist design by Hans J. Wegner produced by Carl Hansen D...
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1860s Danish Antique Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Rattan, Teak

1970s, set 6 pcs of Danish dinning chairs, original good condition.
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, set of 6 pcs Danish dining chairs. Original very good condition: no smells and no stains. Furniture velour fabric, oak wood. Manufactured by Danish furniture manufacturer in a...
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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Velvet, Oak

Rainer Daumiller Set of Four Dining Chairs in Pine
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Rainer Daumiller for Hirtshals Sawmill, set of four dining chairs, pine, Denmark, 1970s Beautiful, organic and natural dining chairs in solid pine designed by Rainer Daumiller. A si...
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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Pine

Ten Restored Kai Kristiansen Rosewood Dining Chairs Including Custom Upholstery
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of 10 model 42 rosewood dining chairs with adjustable backrest by Kai Kristiansen for Schous Møbelfabrik. The chairs have Kai Kristiansens typical light and elegant design that ...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Rosewood

Set of Twelve Fully Restored Erik Buch Dining Chairs with Custom Upholstery
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of twelve fully restored Danish dining chairs inc. reupholstery designed by Erik Buch in 1949. The chairs have a simple solid construction with elegant organic curves and corner...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Oak

Vintage Set of Eight Danish Ella Teak Tilt Back Dining Chairs by Arne Vodder
Located in San Jose, CA
Mid century modern set of eight 'Ella' dining chairs designed by Arne Vodder for Vamo Sonderborg, circa 1960's. Features sculptural solid teak frames and a unique swivel tilting back...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Fabric, Teak

Set of six red stained Farstrup dining chairs 'model 250', Denmark, 1960's
Located in Balen, BE
A set of six red stained beech dining chairs "Model 250" by Farstup Denmark, made in the 1960's. Definitely inspired by Borge Mogensen's J39 and his model 3236 chair it features a ...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Beech

Set of Six Olavi Hänninen Juha Chairs, HMN
Located in Helsinki, FI
Mikko Nupponen(1874-1954) owned the company HMN Huonekalu Mikko Nupponen, that manufactured furniture in the Lahti area in Finland. In 1928 Mikko already had shops in a few locations...
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1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Birch

Set of 8 Dining Chairs in Solid Pine by Göran Malmvall, 1940's
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Set of 8 Dining Chairs in Solid Pine by Göran Malmvall, 1940's Additional Information: Material: Solid pine Style: Mid century, Scandinavian Produced by Svensk fur in Sweden Dimensi...
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20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Pine

Danish Plywood Arm Chairs
Located in Dronten, NL
Comfortable Danish stackable armchairs in ash with bent plywood seat and back. Very similar to Fritz Hansen chairs we had in the past, but not marked. Nine chairs available, priced i...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Ash, Plywood

Set of Four '4' Model 422 Spindle-Back Dining Chairs by Arne Vodder for Sibast
Located in Deland, FL
Equal parts comfort and beauty this set of Model 422 dining chairs, designed by the renowned Arne Vodder in the mid 60's, is a superb example of Danish minimalist design. Constructed...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Teak

Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen & Søn 'Sawbuck' Dining Chair in Teak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen & Søn, 'Sawbuck' dining chair, model CH29, teak, beige fabric, Denmark, design 1952 Hans Wegner's chair exemplifies a solid construction, despite its...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Fabric, Teak

Vilhelm Wohlert for Poul Jeppesen's Teak Dining Chairs
Located in Oakland, CA
Midcentury Danish dining chairs designed by Vilhelm Wohlert for Poul Jeppesen Møbelfabrik, Denmark, 1956. The chairs feature finely sculpted solid-teak backrests on teak frames, show...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Leather, Teak

Axel Einar Hjorth "Lovö" Dining / Office Chair in Pine Produced for NK, 1930s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Very rare "Lovö" high back chair in stained pine model Axel Einar Hjorth produced by Nordiska Kompaniet Stockholm, 1932. In good original condition acquired from the original owner. ...
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1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Pine

Twentieth Century Danish Wooden Dining Chairs, Set of Five
Located in High Point, NC
This homespun set of chairs comes in an eclectic styling that resembles minimalism, country, and modernism– nodding to the iconic style of Rainer Daumiller. Yet they hold an organic ...
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Wood

Rosewood Niels Koefoed Eva Dining Chairs
Located in Oakland, CA
Six rosewood dining chairs designed by Niels Koefoed for Koefoeds Hornslet, 1962 Denmark. The chair frames are crafted of solid rosewood with angled, slatted back rests, which offers...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Rosewood

Danish Set of Four Armchairs in Oak and Black Leatherette
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Set of four dining chairs, leatherette, oak, Denmark, 1960s This classic set is being a wonderful example of Scandinavian design from the Midcentury period. The seat and backrest a...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Faux Leather, Oak

1950s, set 2 pcs of Danish dinning chairs, original good condition, oak wood.
Located in Tarm, 82
1950s, set of 2 pcs Danish dining chairs. Original very good condition: no smells and no stains. Furniture leather fabric, oak wood. Manufactured by Danish furniture manufacturer in ...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Leather, Oak

1970s, set 6 pcs of Danish dinning chairs, original good condition, oak wood.
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, set of 6 pcs Danish dining chairs. Original very good condition: no smells and no stains. Furniture wool fabric, oak wood. Manufactured by Danish furniture manufacturer in abo...
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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Fabric, Wool, Oak

Jørgen Bo and Vilhelm Wohlert ‘Louisiana’ Dining Chair in Oak and Suede
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Jørgen Bo and Vilhelm Wohlert for P. Jeppesens Møbelfabrik, ‘Louisiana’ dining chair, oak, suede, Denmark, 1958. The ‘Louisiana’ chair was initially created for the Louisiana Museum of Modern Art in Humlebæk, Denmark, by the Danish architects Jørgen Bo and Vilhelm Wohlert. Inside the modern building complex the chairs were supposed to serve as functional chairs for events. Therefore, Bo and Wohlert had a comfortable chair in mind that is easily stackable. The round seat with off-white suede upholstery and a curved backrest provide comfort. Jørgen Bo (1919-1999) first studied at the School of Architecture at the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts until 1941 and in 1960 was appointed as a professor. Together with Vilhelm Wohlert, Jørgen Bo designed...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Suede, Oak

Danish Modern Highback Razorblade Oak Chairs by Kjærnulf, 1960s. Set of 8.
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Modern High Back Razor Blade Oak Chairs by Henning/Henry Kjærnulf, for EG Møbler, Denmark 1960s. Set of eight. Vintage Danish dining chairs in solid nordic oak. Seats have be...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Oak

1970s, set 6 pcs of Danish dinning chairs, original good condition.
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, set of 6 pcs Danish dining chairs. Original very good condition: no smells and no stains. Furniture wool fabric, oak wood. Manufactured by Danish furniture manufacturer in abo...
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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Wool, Oak

1970s, set 6 pcs of Danish dinning chairs, original very good condition, oak.
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, set of 6 pcs Danish dining chairs. Original very good condition ( used not too much from 1970s): no smells and no stains. Furniture wool fabric, oak wood. Manufactured by Dani...
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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Wool, Oak

Set of Six Early Wegner Wishbone CH-24 Dining Chairs for Carl Hansen & Son
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Set of six model CH-24 dining chairs, designed by Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen & Son. These iconic dining chairs combine seasoned elegance with fine craft. Robust oak wood frame h...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Papercord, Oak

1970s, set 6 pcs of Danish dinning chairs, original good condition.
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, set of 6 pcs Danish dining chairs. Original very good condition: no smells and no stains. Furniture wool fabric, oak wood. Manufactured by Danish furniture manufacturer in abo...
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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Fabric, Wool, Oak

&Tradition by Anderssen & Voll Black Oak AV1 Pavilion Dining Chairs, Set of 2
Located in London, GB
Originally designed in 2018 by Norwegian designers Torbjørn Anderssen and Espen Voll, the AV1 chairs form part of the Pavilion collection, manufactured by Danish furniture brand &Tra...
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2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Oak

Set de 4 chaises " DEAUVILLE" pour Airborne par Pierre Gautier DELAYE
Located in VILLEURBANNE, FR
Ensemble entièrement retapissé en tissu haute résistance Modèle dessiné par le français Pierre Gautier DELAYE en 1963 Chromes excellents Tous les pieds orientables sont d'origines et...
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1960s French Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Chrome

Kai Kristiansen Ten Fully Restored Teak Dining Chairs Custom Upholstery Included
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of ten fully restored, 1960s teak dining chairs by Kai Kristiansen for Schous Møbelfabrik. The chairs have Kai Kristiansens typical light and elegant design that make them fit i...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Leather, Fabric, Teak

1970s, set 6 pcs of Danish dinning chairs, original good condition.
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, set of 6 pcs Danish dining chairs. Original very good condition: no smells and no stains. Furniture wool fabric, oak wood. Manufactured by Danish furniture manufacturer in abo...
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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Fabric, Wool, Oak

Danish Dining Chairs in Teak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Dining chairs in teak, Denmark, 1960s These well made Danish dining chairs have a convincing appearance and a construction typical for Danish style furniture...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Fabric, Teak

Fully Restored Niels Otto Møller Model 78 Rosewood Dining Chair with Papercord
Located in Knebel, DK
The iconic model 78 dining chair was designed in 1954 by Niels O. Møller for J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik. The model is with it´s organic shapes and pieces of wood that "melt" into each ...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Papercord, Rosewood

Set of 4 Vintage Alvar Aalto Model 66 Chairs by Artek in Laminated Birch, 1960s
Located in Odense, DK
Set of vintage production model 66 chair by Alvar Aalto made in the 1960s. The chairs are made of laminated birch and black linoleum and have a beautiful glow and patina. Beautifully...
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1960s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Birch

Pair danish modern Teak model 49 leather dining arm chairs by Erik Buch
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Pair of mid century danish modern Erik Buch Teak model 49 dining arm chairs. Beautiful black leather upholstery. Sold as a pair (2) chairs. Made in Denmark. Located in Brooklyn NYC. ...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Teak, Leather

1960s, set of 4 pcs Danish dinning chairs, original very good condition.
Located in Tarm, 82
1960s, set of 4 pcs Danish dining chairs. Original very good condition: no smells and no stains. Furniture wool fabric, dark oak wood. Manufactured by Danish furniture manufacturer i...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Wool, Oak

Arne Jacobsen 'Grand Prix' Chair for Fritz Hansen in Full Leather Upholstery
Located in Glendale, CA
Arne Jacobsen 'Grand Prix' Chair for Fritz Hansen in Full Leather Upholstery. Established in 1872, Fritz Hansen has become synonymous with legendary Danish design. Combining timele...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Metal

Niels O. Møller Dining Chairs Model 71 by J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik in Denmark
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Set of 6 dining chairs model 71 designed by Niels O. Møller. Produced by J.L Møllers Møbelfabrik in Denmark.
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Hemp, Teak

(6) Thorsø Model 6 Danish Mid-Century Oak Dining Chairs
Located in Norwalk, CT
Dine in comfort and style with this fabulous set of (6) Danish mid-century dining chairs manufactured by Thorso Stolefabrik. Comprised of all side chairs, this slim-profiled seating ...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Oak

Five Wood and Leather Dining Chairs by Bernhard Pedersen & Son
Located in Madrid, ES
Bernhard Petersen & Son chairs, produced by Christian Linneberg's furniture factory in Denmark. There are five available, price per chair. Seats upholstered in aniline leather in dar...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Leather, Wood

Arne Jacobsen 'Grand Prix' Chair for Fritz Hansen in Partial Fabric Upholstery
Located in Glendale, CA
Arne Jacobsen 'Grand Prix' Chair for Fritz Hansen in Partial Fabric Upholstery. Established in 1872, Fritz Hansen has become synonymous with legendary Danish design. Combining time...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Metal

Set of 6 "Lovö" Chairs by Axel Einar-Hjorth, 1930s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Produced by Nordiska Kompaniet, 1930s. Carefully restored/refinished.
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1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Pine

Arne Vodder Midcentury Scandinavian Teak Rattan Chairs for Sibast 1950s
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Set of four Scandinavian dining chairs model "N51" designed by Arne Vodder and produced by Sibast Furniture in the 1950s, with teak wood frame, seat and back in rattan India cane, ma...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Cane, Teak

Danish Pair of Armchairs in Oak and Forest Green Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pair of armchairs, fabric, oak, brass, Denmark, 1960s This well-executed Danish pair of armchairs shows an exquisite level of craftsmanship. The chair features a sculpted frame that...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Brass

(6) Henning Kjaernulf Danish Oak Dining Chairs
Located in Norwalk, CT
A set of six Danish midcentury dining side chairs by designer Henning Kjaernulf, well-renowned for his iconic farmhouse-inspired carved oak furniture designs, c. 1960s. These charmin...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Oak

Kurt Ostervig dining chairs and table c1960
Located in London, GB
Set of five dining chairs by Kurt Ostervig with a rouynd walnut dining table with one extension leaf , all made in Denmark about 1960.
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Teak

1960s, set of 5 pcs Danish dinning chairs, original good condition.
Located in Tarm, 82
1960s, set of 5 pcs Danish dining chairs. Original very good condition: no smells and no stains. Furniture wool fabric, dark oak wood. Manufactured by Danish furniture manufacturer i...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Wool, Oak

2021 CH23 Dining Chair by Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen in Oak & Walnut
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a CH23 Dining Chair designed by Hans Wegner and produced by Carl Hansen & Son in Denmark. The chair is made with a solid oiled oak frame, oiled walnut back, and natural paper...
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2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Walnut, Papercord, Oak

Set of Four Kaare Klint ‘The Red Chair’ Model 3949 Chairs by Rud Rasmussen
Located in Dronten, NL
Rare early matching set of four Kaare Klint "Red Chair" chairs in oak, red naugahyde and brass nails. Executed by Rud Rasmussen, circa 1936, in amazing all original condition. Underside with partial manufacturer's paper label RUD. RASMUSSENS/SNEDKERIER. Kaare Klint (1888-1954), a Danish architect and designer, was a pioneering figure in the realm of modern Danish furniture design. Renowned as the father of Danish modernism, Klint played a pivotal role in shaping the functional and aesthetic principles that defined Scandinavian design in the early 20th century. His approach focused on craftsmanship, functionality, and a deep appreciation for traditional forms. As a professor at the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts, he influenced generations of designers. Klint's carefully researched furniture designs are based on functionality, proportions adapted to the human body, craftsmanship, and the use of high-quality materials. Notable examples of his work include the Propeller Stool (1927), the Safari Chair and the Deck Chair (both 1933), the Church Chair (1936), and the Circle Bed...
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1930s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Naugahyde, Oak

Scandinavian Oak & Paper Cord Armchairs by Viggo Hardie-Fischer, Denmark
Located in Stockholm, SE
Set of six church armchairs designed by Viggo Hardie-Fischer, manufactured in Denmark by Sorø Møbelfabrik during the 1950s. Those Mid-century chairs are made from solid oak frame wit...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Papercord, Oak

Set of 6 Vintage Dining Chairs in Oak
Located in Ranst, VAN
Set of six Danish vintage dining chairs in oak with the original green and beige striped fabric.  
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Oak, Fabric

A pair of “Lovö” chairs by Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Long Island City, NY
A set of 2 stained pine “Lovö” chairs designed by Axel Einar Hjorth for Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden, 1930s.
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1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Pine

Set of Six Henning Kjaernulf Dining Chairs
Located in Turners Falls, MA
Set of Six dining chairs by Henning Kjaernulf for Nyrup Mobelfabrik. Sculpted Oak frames have a warm rustic and modern feel. Curved backs make these Highback chairs actually comforta...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Oak

Set of Six (6) Danish Dining Chairs by Vamdrup Stolefabrik in Oak, c. 1970s
Located in Deland, FL
Constructed from oak with with white vinyl seats. The seats are very comfortable which is the perfect match to the ergonomic slatted backs that perfectly pair to create a truly wonde...
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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Oak

Scandinavian Modern dining room chairs for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Scandinavian Modern dining room chairs for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage dining room chairs created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, tables, building and garden elements and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, hardwood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Scandinavian Modern dining room chairs made in a specific country, there are Europe, Scandinavia, and Denmark pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original dining room chairs, popular names associated with this style include Hans J. Wegner, Niels Otto Møller, Fritz Hansen, and J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for dining room chairs differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $70 and tops out at $110,000 while the average work can sell for $3,465.

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