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Scandinavian Modern Gueridon

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
1930's Swedish Oval Pedestal Table
Located in New York, NY
A 1930's Swedish Deco occasional table with oval top in bookmatched birch veneer and faceted pedestal base with feet, contrasting in Macassar ebony.
Category

20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Gueridon

Materials

Birch

Strut The Pill Coffee Table
Located in VILLEFRANCHE-SUR-SAÔNE, FR
Lyon Béton and designer Bertrand Jayr have teamed up once more to bring you this sensuous, multi-use table. A hybrid of a gueridon and a coffee table, Strut features a two-tiered tab...
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21st Century and Contemporary Scandinavian Modern Gueridon

Materials

Concrete

Scandinavian Modern Vintage White Alvar Aalto Tea Cart 900 Artek, 1937, Finland
Located in Vienna, AT
Scandinavian modern Oorganic vintage tea cart 900 by Alvar Aalto for Artek designed 1937 Finland and manufactured 1980s. A wonderful timeless tea car...
Category

Late 20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Gueridon

Materials

Birch

Strut The Square Coffee Table
Located in VILLEFRANCHE-SUR-SAÔNE, FR
Lyon Béton and designer Bertrand Jayr have teamed up once more to bring you Strut, a multi-use table that’s a hybrid of a gueridon and a coffee table. Its two-tiered top serves as a stage, inviting you to arrange your decorative items and other objets d’art like actors in a miniature theater...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Scandinavian Modern Gueridon

Materials

Concrete

1960's Walnut Sewing Table with Black Metal Legs and Wheels by Horn Germany
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Beautiful sewing table in Scandinavian design with original interior made by Horn Germany. This sewing table is made of walnut and in allover good condit...
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1960s German Vintage Scandinavian Modern Gueridon

Materials

Brass, Steel

Scandinavian Gueridon in Teak and Rattan, Made in Sweden, circa 1960
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Scandinavian gueridon in teak and rattan. Made in Sweden, circa 1960.  
Category

1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Gueridon

Materials

Rattan, Teak

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Aalto Tea Trolley Model 901 for Artek, 1950s
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Alvar Aalto Side Table for Artek Finland 1970s
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Desk, Alvar Aalto, Artek, 1950/1960s
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Scandinavian Modern gueridon for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Scandinavian Modern gueridon 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 gueridon created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include tables and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, birch and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Scandinavian Modern gueridon made in a specific country, there are Europe, Finland, and Scandinavia pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original gueridon, popular names associated with this style include Lyon Beton, Alvar Aalto, and Antti Hakkarainen. 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 gueridon differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $972 and tops out at $10,888 while the average work can sell for $2,158.

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