Swedish Designer, Stool, Pine, Sweden, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A pine stool designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1960s. Seat height: 17”
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Stools
Pine
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.
Swedish Designer, Stool, Pine, Sweden, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A pine stool designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1960s. Seat height: 17”
Pine
Ilmari Tapiovaara Tale Stool with Form-Pressed Plywood Seat, Asko 1950s
Located in Helsinki, FI
A stunningly beautiful stool with a very aerodynamic look that it gives a flying seat illusion. As is the case with most of Tapiovaara's stools, this one is also 3-legged as it is ne...
Birch, Plywood
Contemporary pi3 Stool, Limed Oak Frame, Natural Danish Cord Seat
Located in Norwich, GB
This longer bench works well at the end of a bed, in an entry corridor or as a pair on either side of a dining table. Our iconic pi stool range draws its inspiration from the 20th century modernist idiom, Scandinavian Modern design, Danish furniture, and Japanese aesthetics. Also influenced by the modern craft movement. Both modern and traditional joinery techniques are employed to manufacture in small batches from sustainably sourced oak, ensuring the best attention to detail and quality. The Danish cord seats...
Papercord, Wood, Oak
$1,760Sale Price / item|20% Off
Norwegian Hand-Crafted Stool Model 522 in Pine by Krogenæs Möbler
Located in Örebro, SE
A Norwegian solid pine stool, model 522, executed in a stable three-legged construction with a naturally patinated, untreated surface that highlights the character of the wood. The u...
Pine
Swedish Designer, Stool, Oak, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
An oak, beige webbing and pink floral-printed fabric stool designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 21.0"H x 22.0"W x 16.0"D Seat Height (inches): 16...
Fabric, Oak
Contemporary Counter Stool PIA by Dk3, Natural Cordel, Soap Oak
By DK3, Poul Cadovius
Located in Paris, IDF
Contemporary Counter Stool PIA by Poul Cadovius for Dk3 Materials: Solid oak frame, paper cordel seat Dimensions: B.47 x D.51 x H.85 cm Seating: B.47 x D.42 x H.65 cm Wood: – Oa...
Oak
Swedish Designer, Stool. Wood, Jute Straps, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A wood and jute strap stool designed and produced in Sweden, 1940s. Seat Height (inches): 14.13"
Jute, Wood
Folding Stool in Brass, Leather and Oak by Uno & Östen Kristiansson, 1950s
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
This folding stool, designed by Uno & Östen Kristiansson and produced by Luxus in Vittsjö, Sweden, is a fine embodiment of Scandinavian modernism—combining elegance, precision, a...
Brass
$6,720Sale Price / set|20% Off
Pair Contemporary Classic Counter Bar Stool Navy Blue Leather Black Rubber Metal
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The “Repose” contemporary counter stool belongs to a collection that revisit the director chair collection, serene pieces where exclusivity and precision are shown in small details s...
Steel
Danish Modern Three Legged Stool in Solid Teak and Lelièvre Bouclé, 1950s
Located in The Hague, NL
This sculptural three-legged stool was designed and crafted in Denmark during the 1950s. It showcases an architectural, geometric base composed of three angled, tapered legs that rad...
Fabric, Bouclé, Upholstery, Teak
$960Sale Price|20% Off
Danish Post Modern Beech Bentwood stool by Magnus Olesen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Danish post modern Beech and lacquer stool by Magnus Olesen. Labeled under seat. Made in Denmark circa 1980's. Located in Brooklyn NYC. Only (1) stool available Dimensions: 14” di...
Beech, Bentwood, Lacquer
$2,902 / set
Swedish Mid-Century Modern Red Iron Stools
Located in Kramfors, SE
Swedish Mid-Century Modern red iron stools made circa 1940. The stools are a set of four and a good example of the Mid-Century Modern style period. Frame of twisted iron wire with th...
Iron
Modernist Swedish massive pine stool in the taste of Carl Malmsten 1940s/50's
By Axel Einar Hjorth, Carl Malmsten
Located in Forest, BE
This is an elegant rectangular pine. Produced in Sweden around the 1950s. It is a beautiful shape, the grain is showing a high quality wood. The legs can be unscrewed. a beautiful r...
Pine
Bertel Gardberg, A Set of 5 Finnish 'Doughnut' Stools in Pine, Normark 1960s
Located in Helsinki, FI
A set of 5 "sauna" stools designed by Bertel Gardberg in Finland in the 1950s. The stools are varnished pinewood and they have 4 parts: three legs and a round ...
Pine
White Oak Three Legged Danish Modern Stool Japanese Design
Located in brooklyn, NY
Inspired by the Nakashima "Mira Stool" our solid wood seat adorns three gentle slopes showcasing split tenon wedges for the three legs and 3 heights of footrests for every leg length.
Hardwood, Ash, Oak, Walnut
Ilmari Tapiovaara, Stool, Pine, Finland, 1950s
By Laukaan Puu, Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in High Point, NC
A pine and black-painted wood stool designed by Ilmari Tapivaara and produced by Laukaan Puu OY, Finland, c. 1950s. Seat height: 13"
Pine
Danish Designer, Stool, Oak, Denmark, 1920s
Located in High Point, NC
A dark-stained oak stool designed and produced in Denmark, c. 1920s. Seat Height (inches): 15.25"
Oak
Scandinavian Modern Hardwood Bar Stools by Hugo Frandsen
By Spøttrup Stolefabrik, Hugo Frandsen
Located in Vienna, AT
Four bar stools with hardwood frames, Seat heigh 80 cm. Seats upholstered in black-colored imitation leather. Desiged in the late 1960s by Hugo Frandsen for Spøttrup Møbelfabrik.
Leather, Hardwood
$10,081Sale Price / set|20% Off
Set of 3 Contemporary Counter Bar Stool, Cognac Leather, Black Rubber Metal
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The “Repose” contemporary counter stool belongs to a collection that revisit the director chair collection, serene pieces where exclusivity and precision are shown in small details s...
Steel
A 'Pair' of Roughly Loved Alvar Aalto Stools Model 60 In Birch, Artek 1950s
By Artek, Huonekalu-Ja Rakennustyötedas Oy, Alvar Aalto
Located in Helsinki, FI
A pair of Artek stools in birch and multi layered colourful beautiful patina, designed by Alvar Aalto and retailed by Artek in the 1950s. The model 60 stool is perhaps the most well ...
Birch
Model 60 Stool, Alvar Aalto, Oy Huonekalu- ja Rakennustyötehdas Ab, 1930/1940s
By Oy Huonekalu-ja Rakennustyötehdas Ab, Alvar Aalto
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Model 60 stool, designed by Alvar Aalto, manufactured by Oy Huonekalu- ja Rakennustyötehdas Ab, 1930/1940s. Painted birch. Good vintage condition, heavy patina consistent with age an...
Birch, Paint
$2,900 / set
Swedish Designer, Stools, Pine, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of pine stools designed and produced in Sweden, 1950s.
Pine
$7,600 / set
David Rosén, Stools, Pine, Sweden, 1940s
By David Rosén
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of pine stools designed by David Rosén and produced by Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden, c. 1940s. Provenance: Summer house in Sticklinge, Lidingö. Refinished at some point in hi...
Wood, Pine
Mid-Century Modern Pine Wood Stool by Gilbert Marklund for Furusnickarn AB
By Gilbert Marklund, Furusnickarn AB
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
A great ergonomic wooden stool. Very comfortable and very decorative. Normal, slight signs of use. Measures: Seat height 36, total height 46cm, width 47cm, depth 27cm.
Pine
$3,924Sale Price / item|20% Off
Contemporary Organic Kitchen Counter Bar Stool Brass Metal & Black Leather
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The Hug contemporary counter stool is designed and conceived with a light aesthetic, the slight oscillation of the steel rod of 12 mm is complemented by the flexibility of the double...
Steel
Swedish Primitive Milking Stool ca 1850-1880
Located in Farsta, SE
A Swedish Primitive Milking Stool ca1850-1880s Featuring a beautiful gray tone acquired through time and sun exposure, along with distinctive ...
Birch
$16,802Sale Price / set|20% Off
Set of 5 Contemporary Counter Bar Stool Dark Brown Leather Black Rubber Metal
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The “Repose” contemporary counter stool belongs to a collection that revisit the director chair collection, serene pieces where exclusivity and precision are shown in small details s...
Steel
Lisa Johansson-Pape, Stool, Pine, Finland, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A dark-stained pine stool attributed to Lisa Johansson-Pape, Finland, c. 1950s.
Pine
Gemla 1930's stool in solid birch painted + red stripes All Original Decorative
By Bodafors, Axel Larsson, Gemla
Located in Forest, BE
This is a stool made by the Swedish company Gemla. Produced in the 1930's, made out of solid birch and red stipes. Nicely made, it's a true piece of the 30's. Perfect in a entrance h...
Birch
Iconic Alvar Aalto 3-legged Stool Model 60 In Birch, Artek 1960s
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Helsinki, FI
Artek stool in birch and beautiful dark patina, designed by Alvar Aalto and manufactured by Artek in the 1960s. The model 60 stool is perhaps the most well known Aalto design and has...
Birch
Svante Skogh Chair with Stool for Asko Finland, Design 1954
By Asko, Svante Skogh
Located in Skanninge, SE
A wonderful set of an easy chair with stool. By Swedish designer Svante Skogh for Finnish maker Asko. This is model no 2418. Recently restored and newly upholstered in a light green ...
Velvet, Birch
Pair of Alvar Aalto Stools Model no 60, Marimekko Unikko Textile, Artek 1940s
By Artek, Huonekalu-Ja Rakennustyötedas Oy, Alvar Aalto
Located in Helsinki, FI
These two iconic Alvar Aalto stools from the 1930s are beautiful and space saving furniture pieces of timeless design. The legs are mounted directly to the underside of the round sea...
Fabric, Birch
$3,924Sale Price / item|20% Off
Contemporary Sculptural Bar Stool, Aged Brass Metal & Black Leather
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The Hug contemporary barstool is designed and conceived with a light aesthetic, the slight oscillation of the steel rod of 12 mm is complemented by the flexibility of the double 3.5 ...
Steel
Iconic Alvar Aalto 3-legged Stool Model 60, Birch & Black Pegamoid, Artek 1950s
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Helsinki, FI
The iconic stool model 60 in birch and black pegamoid or faux leather, designed by Alvar Aalto and retailed by Artek in the 1950s. This stool is perhaps the most well known Aalto des...
Birch, Faux Leather
Danish Modern Teak Stool with Fluted Tapered Legs and Storage, Circa 1970s
Located in Germantown, MD
A 1970s Danish Modern teak stool with Fluted Tapered Legs and under seat storage. Vinyl seat upholstery in great condition. Measures 17.25" W x 15...
Iron
Swedish Primitive Stool ca 1850
Located in Farsta, SE
Swedish Primitive Stool ca 1850 Made of pine with beautiful patina and lively wood grain. Heigth: 29 cm/11.4 inch Depth: 20 cm/7.8 inch Width: 45 cm/17.7 inch
Pine
Tony Paul Attribution, Stool, Wood, Rattan, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A wood and rattan stool attributed to Tony Paul, USA, c. 1950s. seat height 11.25.
Rattan, Wood
Ilmari Tapiovaara, Pirrka Stool, Pine, Finland, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A black-lacquered pine "Pirrka" stool designed by Ilmari Tapiovaara and produced by Laukaan Puu, Finland, 1950s. Dimensions (inches): 16.625” H x 17.125” W x 14” D Seat Height (inc...
Pine
Rud Thygesen, Stools, Oak, Laminate, Denmark, 1960s
By Magnus Olesen, Rud Thygesen and Johnny Sorensen
Located in High Point, NC
A set of three oak and beige laminate stools designed by Rud Thygesen and Johnny Sørensen and produced by Magnus Olesen, Denmark, 1960s. Dimensions of shorter piece: 15.5” H x 20.55...
Laminate, Oak
Contemporary Bar Stool PIA by Dk3, Natural Cordel, Smoked Oak
By DK3, Poul Cadovius
Located in Paris, IDF
Contemporary Bar Stool PIA by Poul Cadovius for Dk3, Materials: Solid oak frame, paper cordel seat Dimensions: B.47 x D.51 x H.100 cm Seating: B.47 x D.42 x H.80 cm Wood: – Oak ...
Oak
$1,671Sale Price|20% Off
Swedish Grace Axel Larsson Seagrass and Beech Stool for SMF, 1930's
By Axel Larsson
Located in Uccle, BE
A stool by Axel Larsson for Svenska Möbelfabriken (SMF) Bodafors, designed circa 1929. The stool is made of stained beech with original seagrass. Gently restored.
Seagrass, Beech
$1,033
Swedish Stool dated 1815
Located in Farsta, SE
Swedish Stool dated 1815 With its multiple dates, names, and owner marks, it is an outstanding and unique piece. The oldest date on this incredible stool dates back to 1815. The t...
Pine
$1,671Sale Price|20% Off
Swedish Stool / Coffee Table in Solid Oregon Pine. Manner of Sven Larsson 1960s
By Sven Larsson, Roland Wilhelmsson
Located in Ystad, SE
Minimalist Stool / Coffee Table in Solid Oregon Pine, in the Manner of Sven Larsson. Sweden, 1960s. A refined Swedish minimalist stool or low coffee table, executed in solid Oregon ...
Pine
Set of Two Model 60 Stools, Alvar Aalto, Artek, 1950s
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Set of two model 60 stools by Alvar Aalto for Artek from the 1950s. Birch with imitation leather. Good vintage condition, patina and wear consistent with age and use. Iconic Alvar Aa...
Faux Leather, Birch
$414Sale Price|46% Off
Mid-Century Pine Stool, Finland, 1960s
Located in Karis, Nyland
Cute Finnish mid-century pine stool, in a chunky design.
Pine
Olof Ottelin Attribution, Stool, Pine, Finland, 1960s
By Olof Ottelin
Located in High Point, NC
A pine stool; design and production attributed to Olof Ottelin, Finland, 1960s.
Pine
$4,400 / set
Pirana ky, Stools. Pine, Finland, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of pine stools produced by Pirana ky, Finland, 1960s
Pine
1950s Round Danish Stool by Hugo Frandsen
Located in Dallas, TX
A Danish stool by Hugo Frandsen made from rosewood and reupholstered by The Selby House in a Nobilis Wood Boucle. The frame has also been restored and ...
Wool, Bouclé, Rosewood
Contemporary Bar Stool PIA by Dk3, Natural Cordel, White Oil Oak
By DK3, Poul Cadovius
Located in Paris, IDF
Contemporary Bar Stool PIA by Poul Cadovius for Dk3 Materials: Solid oak frame, paper cordel seat Dimensions: B.47 x D.51 x H.100 cm Seating: B.47 x D.42 x H.80 cm Wood: – Oak –...
Oak, Papercord
$2,089 / item
Ingvar Hildingsson stools, Sweden, 1970s
Located in Stockholm, SE
"Klein blue" Ingvar Hildingsson stool produced by Ingvar Hildingsson, Sweden. Signed "IH". Designed 1970s. Listed price is for a single. Height: 36 cm, 40 cm, 44 cm.
Elm
Tervasaaren Puutyötehdas, Stool, Pine, Finland, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A stained pine stool designed and produced by Tervasaaren Puutyötehdas, Finland, c. 1960s. Seat height: 16.25
Pine
$1,077Sale Price|20% Off
Stool by Uno & Osten Kristiansson
Located in Uccle, BE
Swedish designers and brothers Uno & Östen Kristiansson, known for their lighting and mirror designs, were particularly active from ...
Teak, Faux Leather
Contemporary Counter Stool 'Lavitta' 65 by Poiat, Oak
By Poiat
Located in Paris, IDF
Counter stool Lavitta designed by Timo Mikkonen & Antti Rouhunkoski for Poiat Dimensions: 44 x 50 x 65 cm Model shown on main picture: - Wood: Oak - Height: 65 cm ----- The l...
Oak
Set of Four Midcentury Barstools in Patinated Leather by Piet Hein, 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
Set of four of high stools in metal with patinated leather seats. Designed by Piet Hein for Fritz Hansen. Made in Denmark, great condition. Ideal for the kitchen or in a bar.
Metal
Danish Modern Oak Stool by Peder Kristensen for Glyngøre Stolefabrik, 1960s.
By Peder Kristensen, Glyngøre Stolefabrik
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Modern Oak and Papercord Stool by Peder Kristensen for Glyngøre Stolefabrik, 1960s. Danish Mid-Century Modern footstool in solid oak with woven Danish paper cord seat Model No...
Papercord, Oak
Swedish Modern Birchwood Stool Curved Seat Pearl Studded Brown Velvet, 1940s
By Otto Schulz
Located in Odense, DK
Elegant Swedish Modern stool from the 1940s, crafted in solid birchwood with beautifully turned legs and a sculptural, gently curved seat. The stool is upholstered in rich brown velv...
Velvet, Birch
Dune Modern Cube Shaped Table in Bone with Grey and Red Resin Inlay
Located in New York City, NY
Inspired by a 3D puzzle, the white Dune cube table is made of hundreds of triangular camel bone chips onlayed over wood. The playful patterns made with resin are unique on each surfa...
Bone, Epoxy Resin, Wood
Krogenæs Møbler, Stool, Pine, Norway, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A pine stool designed and produced by Krogenæs Møbler, Norway, 1960s. Seat Height (inches): 13.63"
Pine
Upholstered teak stool, 1950s
Located in Brescia, IT
A circular chair with four tapered legs featuring brass finials and a padded cushion that has recently been reupholstered. Scandinavian production, 1950s. Produced in Scandinavia in...
Brass
Contemporary Counter Stool PIA by Dk3, Natural Cordel, White Oil Oak
By DK3, Poul Cadovius
Located in Paris, IDF
Contemporary Counter Stool PIA by Poul Cadovius for Dk3 Materials: Solid oak frame, paper cordel seat Dimensions: B.47 x D.51 x H.85 cm Seating: B.47 x D.42 x H.65 cm Wood: – Oa...
Oak