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Scandinavian Modern Footstools

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
1960's, Refinished Danish Footstool with Leather Upholtery
Located in Knebel, DK
1960's Refinished Danish footstool with leather upholstery. Danish footstool in slimlined minimalistic yet advanced Scandinavian modern design with it's combination of straight simp...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Footstools

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Leather, Beech

Scandinavian Modern Triangular Stools in Blue Floral Tapestry, 1950s
Located in Odense, DK
Pair of triangular stools made by a Danish cabinetmaker in the 1950s. The stools are made of an elegant curved wooden frame, that has been reupholster...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Footstools

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Tapestry, Oak

Josef Frank Bench in Mahogany and Brass Nails, Svenskt Tenn, Sweden
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Josef Frank & SCANDINAVIAN MODERN A beautiful bench by Josef Frank, for Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, 1960s. The frame is made of mahogany, upholstered seat with brass nails. The feet are elegantly sculpted and the bench can also be used as a table, end of bed stool...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Footstools

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Fabric, Mahogany

1960's, Refinished Danish Footstool with Leather Upholtery
Located in Knebel, DK
1960's Refinished Danish footstool with leather upholstery. Danish footstool in slimlined minimalistic yet advanced Scandinavian modern design with it's combination of straight simp...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Footstools

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Leather, Beech

Safari Footstool by Kaare / Esben Klint for Carl Hansen in Leather, Denmark, 193
Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA
Safari Footstool with solid ebonized brown wood frame and brown leather seat. The footstool, designed by Esben Klint and produced by Carl Hansen & Son...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Footstools

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Leather, Wood

Danish Mid-Century Beech Footstool
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Danish Mid-century beech footstool, circa 1960's. Gently curved seat and splayed legs with original upholstery.
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Footstools

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Beech

Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak & Vinyl Footstool
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Teak and vinyl footstool, circa 1960's. Compact design with original jet black upholstery with soft rounded edges. Sleek conical legs with nice patina! Please inquire for remote and...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Footstools

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Teak

Danish Mid-Century Teak Footstool
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Teak Danish footstool, circa 1960's. Removeable legs and original button vinyl with minor wear and tear.
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Footstools

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Teak

Danish Mid-Century Modern Beech Footstool
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Beech footstool, circa 1960's. Spayed removable legs and original upholstery with minor wear and tear.
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Footstools

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Beech

Danish Mid-Century Beech Footstool
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Danish beech footstool, circa 1960's. Sleek tapering legs and original upholstery with wear.
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Footstools

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Beech

Danish Mid-Century Teak Footstool by Spottrup
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Teak Danish footstool by Spottrup, circa 1960's. Robust construction with cross supports and original upholstery. Spottrup & Danish Furniture Makers' control stamp intact.
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Footstools

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Teak

Danish Mid-Century Beech Footstool
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Beech Danish footstool, circa 1960's. Original vinyl upholstery with wear.
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Footstools

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Beech

Danish Mid-Century Beech Footstool
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Beech footstool, circa 1960's. Removeable legs and original vinyl with minor wear and tear.
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Footstools

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Beech

Danish Mid-Century Teak Footstool
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Teak Danish teak footstool, circa 1960's. Sleek conical legs and original upholstery with minor wear.
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Footstools

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Teak

Danish Mid-Century Beech Footstool
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Danish beech footstool, circa 1960's. Sleek tapering legs and original upholstery with wear.
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Footstools

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Beech

Danish Mid-Century Beech Footstool
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Beech Danish footstool, circa 1960's. Slender spayed legs and original upholstery with wear & tear.
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Footstools

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Beech

Danish Mid-Century Beech Footstool
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Beech footstool, circa 1960's. Unique splayed legs & original upholstery with minor wear.
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Footstools

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Beech

Danish Mid-Century Teak Footstool
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Teak Danish footstool, circa 1960's. Slim curved seat and long tapered legs create an elegant profile. Original upholstery with minor wear.
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Footstools

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Teak

Danish Mid-Century Teak Footstool
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Teak Danish footstool, circa 1960's. Removeable legs and original upholstery with minor wear and tear.
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Footstools

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Teak

Danish Mid-Century Beech Footstool
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Beech Danish footstool circa 1960's. Sleek tapered legs and tufted original upholstery with wear.
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Footstools

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Beech

Danish Mid-Century Beech Footstool
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Beech footstool, circa 1960's. Removable legs and original vinyl with minor wear and tear.
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Footstools

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Beech

Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Footstool
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Teak Danish footstool, circa 1960's. Tapering, sleek removable legs and original vinyl upholstery.
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Footstools

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Teak

Danish Mid-Century Elm Footstool
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Elm footstool, circa 1950's. Spayed legs and original upholstery with minor wear and tear.
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Footstools

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Elm

Danish Mid-Century Modern Beech Footstool
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Beech footstool, circa 1960's. Spayed removeable legs and original upholstery with minor wear and tear.
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Footstools

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Beech

Danish Mid-Century Elm Footstool
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Elm footstool, circa 1950's. Spayed legs and original upholstery with minor wear and tear.
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Footstools

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Elm

Danish Mid-Century Beech Fliptop Footstool with Storage
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Teak Danish footstool with storage, circa 1960's. Handy flip top divided storage compartment. Tapering, sleek removable legs and original vinyl upholstery.
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Footstools

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Beech

Danish Mid-Century Elm Footstool
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Elm and leather footstool, circa 1960's. Original red tufted leather with solid tapering legs.
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Footstools

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Leather, Elm

Danish Mid-Century Rosewood Footstool
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Rosewood Danish footstool by SL Mobler, circa 1960's. Angled ergonomic design with sleek legs. SL Mobler maker's mark intact.
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Footstools

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Wool, Rosewood

Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak & Vinyl Footstool
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Teak Danish footstool, circa 1960's. Sleek conical legs and original vinyl upholstery with minor wear.
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Footstools

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Teak

Danish Mid-Century Modern Beech and Vinyl Footstool with Storage
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Teak flip top footstool circa 1960's. Tufted top flips open to storage compartment with fitted interior. Some minor marks consistent with age.
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Footstools

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Beech

Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Footstool
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Teak Danish footstool, circa 1960's. Elegent, robust design with cross supports. Original black vinyl uphostery.
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Footstools

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Teak

1960´s Fully restored Danish Footstool in Teak Reupholstered in Cream Leather
Located in Knebel, DK
1950´s Reupholstered Danish footstool in teak and cream leather Danish footstool from the 1960´s in solid teak with elegant curved seat making it comfortable to sit on if needed. T...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Footstools

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Leather, Teak

Ib Kofod-Larsen Ottoman or Stool in Teak and Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Ib Kofod-Larsen for OPE 'Siesta' ottoman or footstool, teak, leather, Denmark, 1960s This practical and sophisticated piece of furniture is designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen in the 1960s....
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Footstools

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Leather, Teak

1920s Bottle Green Sewing Box / Stool ByOtto Schulz for Boet Sweden
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
A beautiful foot stool designed by Otto Schulz for Boet , Sweden. This stool is upholstered with bottle green faux leather and studs. It has a storage compartment so it can be used ...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Footstools

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Faux Leather

Madsen & Schubell Pragh Stool, Denmark, 1950s
Located in London, GB
A wonderful, original Pragh footstool by Ib Madsen & Acton Schubell, Denmark 1950s. Newly upholstered in a premium bespoke pure Alpaca wool fabric. Fast shipping worldwide.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Footstools

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Alpaca, Beech

1960´s Fully restored Danish Footstool in Teak Reupholstered in Black Leather
Located in Knebel, DK
1950´s Reupholstered Danish footstool in teak and black leather Danish footstool from the 1960´s in solid teak with elegant curved seat making it comfortable to sit on if needed. T...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Footstools

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Leather, Teak

Kai Kristiansen for Aksel Kjersgaard, stool with leather and rosewood
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Kai Kristiansen ottoman with new upholstered seat in in Indian red elegance full grain aniline leather. Made of solid rosewood. Made by Aksel...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Footstools

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Leather, Rosewood

Danish Modern Teak & Vinyl Footstool
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Teak and vinyl footstool, circa 1960's. Compact design with original jet black upholstery with soft rounded edges. Sleek conical legs with nice patina! Please inquire for remote and...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Footstools

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Teak

Ib Kofod Larsen Ottoman / Foot Stool
Located in København K, 84
A good fit with this Footstool Could be The Seal Lounge Chair also by Ib Kofod Larsen, The Ottoman is produced in USA by Selig
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1950s Unknown Vintage Scandinavian Modern Footstools

Materials

Walnut

2021 FH430 Signature Footstool by Frits Henningsen for Carl Hansen in Oak
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a FH430 Signature Footstool with an oiled solid oak frame and a white fabric cushion. The footstool, designed by Frits Henningsen and produced by Carl Hansen & Son...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Footstools

Materials

Fabric, Foam, Walnut

Vintage Footstool with Storage
Located in Brescia, IT
Scandinavian wood and leather stool Practical original 1960s footstool with wooden frame and seat upholstered in leatherette red. The wooden legs are painted black. A small storage...
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1960s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Footstools

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Faux Leather, Wood

Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Low Stool Teak with Natural Paper Cord Seat
Located in Topeka, KS
Fabulous Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern low stool comprised of a teak frame with a natural paper cord woven top. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that this is vintage and n...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Footstools

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Papercord, Teak

2021 KK97170 Safari Footstool by Kaare / Esben Klint for Carl Hansen in Leather
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a KK97170 Safari Footstool with a solid smoked ash frame and tan leather seat. The footstool, designed by Esben Klint and produced ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Footstools

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Leather, Walnut

Danish Modern Teak & Leather Footstool
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Teak & leather mid-century footstool, circa 1960's. Substantial footstool with original tufted leather cushion and solid teak frame. Please inquire for remote and international ship...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Footstools

Materials

Leather, Teak

2021 FH430 Signature Footstool by Frits Henningsen for Carl Hansen in Oak
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is an FH430 Signature Footstool with an oiled solid oak frame and a light (minty) green leather cushion. The footstool, designed by Frits Henningsen and produced by C...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Footstools

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Oak, Leather

Danish Mid-Century Beech & Vinyl Footstool
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Beech & vinyl footstool, circa 1960's. Compact design, can be used with virtually any seating type and is easy to move around the home. Please inquire for remote and international s...
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1960s Vintage Scandinavian Modern Footstools

Materials

Beech

2021 KK97170 Safari Footstool by Kaare / Esben Klint for Carl Hansen in Leather
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a KK97170 Safari Footstool with solid ebonized ash wood frame and black leather seat. The footstool, designed by Esben Klint and pr...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Footstools

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Leather, Ash

Danish Mid-Century Modern Beech and Vinyl Footstool with Storage
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Teak Danish footstool with storage, circa 1960's. Handy flip top divided storage compartment. Tapering, sleek removable legs and original vinyl upholstery. Some minor marks consist...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Footstools

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Beech

Niels Møller Ottoman with Danish Cord Seat
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Niels Møller's Model 78A ottoman, designed in 1963 is a simple footrest with Danish cord upholstery and slightly tapered legs, manufactured by the designer's family company, JL Mølle...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Footstools

Materials

Papercord, Teak

Set of Wulff ATD2 & Pouf ATD3 in Sheepskin Moonlight & Oak for & Tradition
Located in Dubai, AE
Introducing Wulff, a lounge chair whose upholstered form pays tribute to the hand-crafted designs of the 1930's. Wulff promises superior craftsmanship and outstanding comfort with luxuriantly soft upholstery that covers its seat and backrest. Intended as a lounge chair for the living room or bedroom, its architectural shape will add a stylish statement to any interior. Pouf: Based on the signature aesthetics of the sculptural Wulff lounge chair, the Wulff pouf is handcrafted with solid walnut legs. Whether you use it as a footrest for the Wulff chair...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Footstools

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Sheepskin, Oak

Danish Modern Beech Footstool
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Beech and vinyl footstool, circa 1960's. Compact design, cute "bone" shape, nice condition on the original upholstery! Please inquire for international and remote shipping rates.
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Footstools

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Beech

Danish Modern Teak Footstool
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Teak mid-century footstool, circa 1960's. Sweet shape with original wool fabric in nice condition! Please inquire for remote and international shipping rates.
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Footstools

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Wool, Teak

Danish Modern Leather & Teak Footstool
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Leather & teak footstool, circa 1960's. Original tufted leather in nice condition. Tapering teak sleek legs! Please inquire for international and remote shipping rates.
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Footstools

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Leather, Teak

Scandinavian Footstool 1960-1970
Located in Herentals, BE
The wooden footstool has a new upholstery of a high-quality yellow woven fabric.
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Footstools

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Fabric, Wood

Danish Modern Beech Footstool
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Beech wood footstool, circa 1960's. Compact design, can be used with virtually any seating type and is easy to move around the home. Please inquire for remote and international ship...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Footstools

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Beech

Mid-Century Modern Teak Footstool
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Teak Danish footstool, circa 1960's. Robust frame with unique joinery and lovely deep tone contrasts nicely with the original upholstery in nice condition.
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Footstools

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Teak

Tall Stool in Oak, Reupholstered in Lambswool, Danish Cabinetmaker, 1950s
Located in Odense, DK
Danish modern tall stool in oak with curly legs, reupholstered seat in long haired lambswool. Made by a Danish Cabinetmaker in circa 1950s. A great object for the Scandinavian int...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Footstools

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Wool, Oak

Danish Rosewood Footstool by Spottrup
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Rosewood and vinyl Danish footstool by Spottrup, circa 1960s. Solid rosewood frame with original cream vinyl upholstery. Compact design can be used with virtually any seating type. S...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Footstools

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Hardwood

Scandinavian Modern footstools for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Scandinavian Modern footstools 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 footstools created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, tables and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, hardwood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Scandinavian Modern footstools 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 footstools, popular names associated with this style include Mambo Unlimited Ideas, Carl Hansen & Søn, Boet, and Ejner Larsen and Aksel Bender Madsen. 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 footstools differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $145 and tops out at $15,802 while the average work can sell for $1,205.

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