Scandinavian Modern Serving Tables
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
- Emerged in the 1930s
- Originated primarily in Denmark, Sweden and Finland
- Introduced in the United States in mid-20th century
- Informed by the Bauhaus and modernism; influenced American mid-century modernism
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
- Alvar Aalto
- Hans Wegner
- Kaare Klint
- Arne Jacobsen
- Greta Magnusson Grossman
- Finn Juhl
- Arne Vodder
- Verner Panton
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
Serving Trolley, Side Table, Danish Design, 1960s
Located in Schwerin, MV
Well-preserved teak side table/serving trolley in Danish design from the 1960s. The wooden profiles have rounded edges. The table is screwed together and can be dismantled if necessa...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Serving Tables
Materials
Metal
Acton Bjørn Extremely Rare Tray Table in Teak and Brass
By Acton Bjørn
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Acton Bjørn, tray table or serving table, teak, brass, leather, Denmark, 1930s
This unique tray table has a splendid construction consisting of a tray that is attached to the base w...
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1930s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Serving Tables
Materials
Brass
Danish Modern Rosewood Nesting E.W. Bach Toften Stacking Side End Accent Tables
By E.W. Bach
Located in Wayne, NJ
Danish rosewood nesting stackable tables by EW Bach for Mobelfabriken Toften.
The largest measures: 18 3/4" high, x 15 7/8" x 21 3/4"
Medium 17 3/4" high x 15 ...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Serving Tables
Materials
Rosewood
Pair of H. Engholm and Svende Age Willumsen for Fritz Hansen portable tables
Located in Ferndale, MI
Pair of Danish teak tray tables (Model 4508) designed by Svend Åge Willumsen and Hans Engholm for Fritz Hansen in 1958 . Great representation of form and function, both practical a...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Serving Tables
Materials
Wood
Scandinavian Modern Teak Serving Table or Bar Cart
Located in Vienna, AT
This charming Scandinavian Modern teak serving table or bar cart has been designed and produced in Denmark, 1960s.
It features beautiful handcrafted details, two trays and two drawe...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Serving Tables
Materials
Metal
Aalto Tea Trolley Model 901 for Artek, 1950s
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Helsinki, FI
Aalto Tea Trolley Model 901 for Artek, circa 1950s. Model created in the 1930s. White linoleum top with birch frame and white lacquered wood wheels with rubber rings...
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Serving Tables
Materials
Rubber, Birch
Danish Modern Rosewood Extension Side Table Trolley By Kurt Östervig
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Danish modern, rolling, extension, serving table by Kurt Östervig for Jason Mobler is a lovely side or occasional table when folded. It slides open to extend to 59 inches wide with a...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Serving Tables
Materials
Laminate, Rosewood
Børge Mogensen Serving Cart, Model 5370
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wonderful serving cart by Børge Mogensen, model no. 5370 for Fredericia Furniture, in teak with black metal trays, a separate metal tray and a cutting board.
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Serving Tables
Materials
Metal
Swedish mid-century serving table, made from beech, walnut and brass, 1950s
Located in Forserum, SE
A Swedish mid-century serving table, made from beech wood and walnut. Two legs on casters, the other two with dark wooden feet. The shelf gives the table extra space for storage.
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Serving Tables
Materials
Brass
Mid Century Teak Wood and Brass Serving Trolley, Italy 60s
Located in Lucija, SI
Mid Century Wooden Serving Trolley was made in '50s in Italy. Scandinavian design.
It is made of teak wood, brass and glass.
It is perfect for any space in your interior. The trolley...
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1960s Italian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Serving Tables
Materials
Brass
Danish Modern Hans Wegner Oak Serving Cart
Located in Minneapolis, MN
A minimal design by Danish Architect Hans J. Wegner. Lacquered oak with silver castors. A design produced by PP Mobler.
Professional, skilled furniture restoration is an integral pa...
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Serving Tables
Materials
Oak
Alvar Aalto Vintage Tea Trolley 900 White Ceramic Tiles & Rattan Basket, 1960s
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Odense, DK
Vintage Alvar Aalto tea trolley model 900 made in the 1960s at Artek, Finland. White ceramic tiles and basket of woven rattan cane. The trolley is in very good original condition wit...
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1930s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Serving Tables
Materials
Ceramic, Rattan, Beech
Antti Hakkarainen, 1930s´Wrought Iron Serving Table, Taidetakomo Hakkarainen
Located in Turku, Varsinais-Suomi
The wrought iron tray-table by Antti Hakkarainen made by Taidetakomo Hakkarainen is a beautiful piece of furniture. The tray part with beautiful ceramic tiles can be removed and used...
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Early 20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Serving Tables
Materials
Metal, Iron
Swedish Art Deco Intarsia Bar Cabinet
Located in Göteborg, SE
Beautiful bar cabinet with decorative intarsia on top. The bar cabinet has hidden storage for bottles, which can hold six bottles.
On two sides of the bar cabinet there is a drawer ...
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1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Serving Tables
Materials
Birch
Danish Serving Trolley, 3 Levels, Rosewood, Johannes Andersen for Silkeborg 1960
Located in JOINVILLE-LE-PONT, FR
Superb Scandinavian trolley, on 3 levels with a bottle rack on the intermediate level. Rosewood and Formica tops. Refined design, very good manufa...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Serving Tables
Materials
Rosewood
Danish Mid-Century Modern Serving Cart in Teak
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Danish Mid-Century Modern serving cart in teak.
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1960s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Serving Tables
Materials
Teak
Brazilian Table with 2 Reversible Rosewood and Formica Trays by Cantù Móveis
Located in JOINVILLE-LE-PONT, FR
Rare and clever rolling table or sideboard with 2 superimposed trays that can be turned over easily.
A rosewood face and a white formica face.
The 4 high feet give it a remarkabl...
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1960s Brazilian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Serving Tables
Materials
Formica, Rosewood
Vintage Scandinavian Modern Teak Expanding Bar or Cocktail Cart by Poul Hundevad
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome vintage Scandinavian Modern teak expanding bar or cocktail cart by Poul Hundevad. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that t...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Serving Tables
Materials
Metal
Yngve Ekström Trolley Model Thea Produced in Sweden
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Trolley model Thea designed by Yngve Ekström. Produced in Sweden.
Measure: width: 72 ( 100 ) cm.
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Serving Tables
Materials
Formica, Rosewood
Danish Teak Reading and Serving Table, 1950s
By HMN Denmark
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Great original 1950s Danish mobile reading or serving table by HMN Denmark, two teak trays on a chrome plated frame with three casters, adjustable in he...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Serving Tables
Materials
Chrome
Teak Reversible Tray Top Bar Cart or Tea Trolley by Sika Mobler, Denmark
By Sika Møbler
Located in Buffalo, NY
Danish modern teak bar cart or tea trolley has awesome lines! It features trapezoidal shaped sides, arced upper braces that support the two side’s tray top, a lower floating shelf held by brass pins, and Classic brass skinny 50s casters. The removable tray top has light grey laminate on one side (perfect for mixing your drinks without worry) and teak on the other - use it also to serve your guests. The arced struts that support it are notched (see close up) so that the tray stays in position and can't slide off. Perfect also as a printer cart...
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1960s Vintage Scandinavian Modern Serving Tables
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Teak Trolley, Italy, circa 1950
Located in VÉZELAY, FR
An elegant Vintage rolling table in solid teak, mounted on wheels.
Can be adapted to many uses: service table, bar cart, and magazine rack.
M...
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1950s Italian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Serving Tables
Materials
Metal
Serving Table / Cart Teakwood & Brass Ludvig Pontoppidan, Danish Modern, 1960s
Located in Odense, DK
Danish master cabinetmaker Ludvig Pontoppidan designed and executed this wonderful teakwood and brass serving trolley in the 1960s. Clean minimal lines with a subtle handle on one en...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Serving Tables
Materials
Teak
Danish Serving Trolley in Teak and Rattan, 1960s
Located in Ranst, VAN
Vintage Danish serving trolley in teak with one storage drawers. The trolley is produced in Denmark and is in very good condition.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Serving Tables
Materials
Rattan, Teak
Flip Top Bar Cart for Bruksbo Norway Designed by Torbjorn Afdal
Located in Antwerp, BE
Mid-Century Modern “flip top”, bar cabinet/ cart by Torbjorn Afdal for Mellemstrands Møbelfabrik / Bruksbo of Norway, circa 1960s.
Featuring in teak, with a fully finished back and...
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1960s Norwegian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Serving Tables
Materials
Brass
Josef Frank Folding Bar Cart or Side Table by Svensk Tenn
By Josef Frank
Located in Munich, DE
Light and easy to store foldable table with a nice print by Josef Frank.
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1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Serving Tables
Materials
Formica
Trolley by Thorald Madsen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Trolley in mahogany and glass. Thorald Madsen
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Serving Tables
Materials
Glass, Mahogany
Poul Hundevad Attrib. Danish Modern Expanding Rolling Bar Cart /Serving Console
Located in Buffalo, NY
Poul Hundevad attributed. Danish Modern expanding rolling bar cart /serving console, Ingenious design. Two legs threaded under top, removable serving tray, Legs thread into folding tops to support stunning. Large serving table...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Serving Tables
Materials
Brass
Danish Teak Extendable 2-Tier Serving Trolley by Arne Vodder 1960s
By Arne Vodder
Located in JOINVILLE-LE-PONT, FR
Superb Scandinavian service with a large surface available thanks to its top which opens on each side and thus gives access to a black linoleum top and its second level at the bottom...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Serving Tables
Materials
Formica, Teak
Poul Hundevad Fully Restored Multi Functional Danish Modular Rosewood Bar Table
Located in Knebel, DK
1960s Poul Hundevad Danish modular two-tiered rosewood bar cart
The flexible bar table features a unique combination of organic shapes, excellent craft...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Serving Tables
Materials
Rosewood
Norwegian Midcentury Round Table by Hermann Bongard for PLUS, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Beautiful Norwegian round tray table on a foldable brass foot designed by Herman Bongard for PLUS Norway in the 1960s. This practical little table has two removable plastic table tops. One bright blue and one light transparent grey plate...
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1960s Norwegian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Serving Tables
Materials
Brass
Pontoppidan Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Drop-Leaf Bar Cart Serving Trolley
Located in Hopewell, NJ
A sleek very versatile Danish modern teak bar cart or serving trolley having two drop leaves, each 8.5 inches deep. Lower tier is 7" H. Wheels function smoothly.
With leaves down ba...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Serving Tables
Materials
Teak
1940's Finnish Dining/Console Table in Oak
Located in New York, NY
An elegant long oval dining/console table on curved pedestal legs by 1940's Finnish cabinetmaker.
Category
20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Serving Tables
Materials
Oak
Trolley in Rosewood and Formica by Kurt Östervig, Produced by Jason, Denmark
Located in Goteborg, SE
Trolley in rosewood and Formica by Kurt Östervig. Produced by Jason, Denmark. The top folds over and slides for extending to double size.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Serving Tables
Materials
Formica, Rosewood
Trolley in beech and chrome, designed by Bruno Mathsson, Sweden
Located in Goteborg, SE
This trolley was designed during Mathssons late metal period, but his design is still very recognizable with the lovely wooden details. The trolley is made in chromed steel and beech...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Serving Tables
Materials
Birch
Elegant Swedish Grace Serving Table, Swedish Modern, 1940s
Located in Lejre, DK
Trolley with in walnut and glass shelves. Designed and made Sweden. Great original condition.
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Serving Tables
Materials
Glass, Walnut
ISLAND desk by DUVALD. Display table - freestanding bookcase in Douglas fir
By DUVALD
Located in Gentofte, DK
Island is a sculptural and dynamic display system, that encourages the user to interact with and modify their display. It has three levels, where the top level has a wave-like patter...
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2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Serving Tables
Materials
Wood
1950s Danish JH-586 The Fruit Bowl by Hans J. Wegner for Johannes Hansen
Located in Sagaponack, NY
The very rare, original, JH-586 'The Fruit Bowl' (side table) is a nicely proportioned lathe turned teak shallow bowl that rests on an architectural three legged Stand of chromed ste...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Serving Tables
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Jeanne Grut Style Butlers Tray of Wengé with Four Drumstick Legs Danish Modern
By Jeanne Grut
Located in Aarhus C, DK
Butlers tray attributed to the danish designer Jeanne Grut.
It is made of wengé with 4 drumstick legs.
The table has underneath a handwritten label with among other Jeanne Gruts na...
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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Serving Tables
Materials
Wenge
Danish Modern Svend Langkilde Butlers Tray of Teak with Brass Fittings, 1960s
Located in Aarhus C, DK
Butlers tray designed by Svend Langkilde made of teak with oil treatment and with hinges and parts of the under frame of brass.
It is possible to use the tray separately, as the tra...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Serving Tables
Materials
Brass
Danish Modern Provincial Serving Cart
Located in Minneapolis, MN
Transitional Modern serving cart extends to 34.25" with drop leaves open. Solid wood top with internal bevel. Gorgeously grained African teak.
Professional, skilled furniture...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Serving Tables
Materials
Teak
Rolling End Table
Located in Sagaponack, NY
An open frame end table on casters in teak having a lower solid wood surface and floating glass top.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Serving Tables
Materials
Teak, Glass
Rosewood Serving Cart by H. W. Klein for Illums Bolighus
Located in Dorchester, MA
Designed by H. W. Klein for renowned Danish department store Illums Boligus, this lovely rolling serving cart features a solid rosewood frame with curved edges and a highly practical...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Serving Tables
Materials
Metal
Pair of Tray Tables, in the Style of Jens Quistgaard, Denmark, Mid-1900s
Located in Stockholm, SE
A pair of tray tables in teak, in the style of Jens Quistgaard, Denmark, mid-1900s.
The tray are turnable with a flat side and bowl-shaped side.
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Mid-19th Century Danish Antique Scandinavian Modern Serving Tables
Materials
Teak
Low Table by Helge Vestergaard-Jensen for Peder Pedersen
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A refined and sculptural Scandinavian Modern low table by Helge Vestergaard-Jensen featuring a spare "Y"-shaped legs supporting a floating rectangular teak wood top. Labeled and made...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Serving Tables
Materials
Teak
Scandinavian Modern serving tables for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Scandinavian Modern serving tables 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 serving tables created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include tables, case pieces and storage cabinets and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, hardwood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Scandinavian Modern serving tables 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 serving tables, popular names associated with this style include Poul Hundevad, Alvar Aalto, Artek, and Ludvig Pontoppidan. 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 serving tables differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $561 and tops out at $24,000 while the average work can sell for $2,100.
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