Mid-Century Modern Danish Bookends in Teak, 1960s, Set of 4
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid-Century Modern Danish Bookends in Teak, 1960s, Set of 4
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Metal
Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.
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The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.
Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively.
Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer.
Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.
The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by celebrated manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.
As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.
Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.
Generations turn over, and mid-century modern remains arguably the most popular style going. As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.
Mid-Century Modern Danish Bookends in Teak, 1960s, Set of 4
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid-Century Modern Danish Bookends in Teak, 1960s, Set of 4
Metal
$94Sale Price / item|30% Off
Vintage Ifö of Sweden Ceramic Bathroom Lamps with Opaline Shades from the 1960s
By Ifö Electric
Located in Søborg, DK
Vintage Ifö of Sweden ceramic bathroom lamps from the 1960s in a light blue color. Model 6035. Designed by Sigvard Bernadotte. Opaline glass shades. Ceramic bulb holders for an E...
Ceramic, Opaline Glass
Swedish Designer, Chandelier, Teak, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A teak and beige fabric cord chandelier designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 20.25"H x 24.5"W x 6.0"D All lighting will be converted for US usage...
Fabric, Teak
$3,900Sale Price|40% Off
Pair of Mid century modern teak tabour door Credenzas by Hans Wegner
By George Tanier, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of Beautiful Danish dark teak tabour door credenzas designed by Hans J. Wegner Circa 1960. One credenza has 2 birch adjustable shelves that are removable the other has 6 birch d...
Birch, Teak
Bergboms, Wall Lights, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1970s
By Bergboms
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass and white fabric wall lights produced by Bergboms, Sweden, c. 1970s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 11"H x 10.75"W x 12"D Bulb Specifications: E-26 (Standard) Bulbs ...
Brass
Carl Malmsten, Lounge Chairs, Walnut, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of walnut and fabric "Erik Gustav" lounge chairs or armchairs designed and produced by Carl Malmsten, Sweden, c. 1950s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 30.625"H x 27.5"W x 29.0"...
Fabric, Walnut
Børge Mogensen Model-2204 Cognac Leather Wing Chair for Fredericia Stolefabrik
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia Stolefabrik
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dimensions: 42 in H x 34.50 in W x 27.25 in D Seat height: 17in Ottoman: 16.50 in H x 22in W x 24in D.
Leather, Wood, Oak
Vintage Solid Oak Danish Brutalist Lounge Chair, Henning Kjærnulf style, 1960s
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
Presenting this exceptional lounge chair, attributed to Danish architect and designer Henning Kjærnulf, a masterclass in the "Baroque Modernism" style that defined his most celebrate...
Fabric, Oak
Pair of mid-century Danish ceramic table lamps'Ufo' by Einar Johansen for Soholm
Located in Eindhoven, NL
A beautiful pair ceramic table lamps designed by Einar Johansen and made by Soholm, Denmark. These lovely lamps have ceramic glazed base in blue/green/ brown color. Signed at the bot...
Ceramic
Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors Ruby Red Glass Table Lamp, Sweden, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Striking mid-century modern table lamp designed by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, Sweden, circa 1960s. This sculptural piece features a vivid ruby red glass core encased in thick, clea...
Art Glass
$1,950Sale Price / item|35% Off
Beautiful Knut Saeter for Vatne Mobler Black Leather and Rosewood Chair
By Hans Olsen, Vatne Møbler, Knut Sæter
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful Knut Saeter for Vatne Mobler black leather and rosewood lounge chair. All original black leather upholstery worn in nicely. Stunning rosewood curved arms and legs. Very sol...
Leather, Rosewood
$3,600Sale Price|40% Off
Rare Set of 5 1940s Alvar Aalto 60 Birch Nesting stools
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A set of 5 Early Stool #60 designed by Alvar Aalto and produced in Sweden by Artek. During the war period Artek opened factories in neutral Sweden where supplies were still available...
Birch, Bentwood, Plywood, Lacquer
1970s Niels Møller Model 83 Teak Side Chair with Paper Cord Seat
By Niels Otto Møller, J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Model 83 side chair designed by Niels O. Møller in 1970s Denmark showcases refined Scandinavian craftsmanship. Solid teak frame features signature vertical slat backrest with five ge...
Papercord, Teak
Danish Designer, Cabinet, Pine, Denmark, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A pine cabinet designed and produced in Denmark, c. 1970s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 35.0"H x 71.375"W x 19.5"D All items ship from High Point, North Carolina.
Pine
Collectible HOLIDAY GIFT Vintage SKRUF Bengt Edenfalk Smoking Set, Sweden, 1960s
By Skruf, Bengt Edenfalk
Located in Bochum, NRW
🎁 Holiday Gift Idea: A distinctive Christmas gift for design connoisseurs, vintage lovers, or those drawn to the quiet luxury of Scandinavian craftsmanship. A rare and refined Scan...
Glass, Wood
Swedish Designer, Pendant Light, Fabric, Sweden, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
An off-white fabric string pendant light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1970s. Wear consistent with age and use. Overall Dimensions (inches): 27.0"H x 18.0"D Stem Length (inc...
Fabric
Expertly Restored-Niels Koefoed “Eva” Teak & Leather Dining Chairs for Koefoeds
By Koefoeds Møbelfabrik 1, Niels Koefoed
Located in Los Angeles, CA
________________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precis...
Leather, Foam, Wood, Teak
$2,550Sale Price / set|40% Off
Pair Mid-Century Danish Modern Rosewood 4 drawer nightstands
By Arne Vodder, Arne Wahl Iversen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful mid-century Rosewood 4 drawer nightstands with beautiful carved finger pull handles. In the style of Arne Wahl Iversen. Has 4 drawers with dovetail joints. Clean inside and...
Birch, Rosewood, Teak
1960s Corner Cabinet in Solid Oak brutalist style of Kjærnulf, Danish Modern
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
Solid Oak Corner Cabinet – Timeless Craftsmanship with a Scandinavian Touch. This beautifully crafted corner cabinet stands apart from typical 1960s designs. While many pieces from ...
Oak
Expertly Restored - Arne Jacobsen "Ant" Model-3100 Teak Chair for Fritz Hansen
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Arne Jacobsen "Ant" Model-3100 teak chair for Fritz Hansen. Price is for each. 3x Available ________________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern fur...
Metal, Steel
Finn Juhl, Lounge Chairs, Fabric, Teak, Denmark, 1950s
By Finn Juhl
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of blue fabric and teak lounge chairs designed by Finn Juhl and produced by France & Son, Denmark, c. 1950s. Moderate to heavy wear on arm rests. Minor wear to the rest ...
Fabric, Teak
Swedish Designer, Pendant Light, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable brass and cream-white fabric pendant light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 26.0"H x 21.0"D Stem Length (inches): 4.0" Dimensi...
Brass
Danish VP Globe Pendant Lamp by Verner Panton, 2000s
Located in Hagenbach, DE
"VP Globe" pendant lamp, designed by Verner Panton in the 2000s, exemplifying the visionary aesthetic of one of Denmark’s most iconic designers. The fixture consists of a transparent...
Aluminum
$3,663Sale Price / set|20% Off
Pair of c. 1960's Scandinavian leather lounge chairs
Located in Turku, Varsinais-Suomi
Experience the timeless elegance of Scandinavian design with this exquisite pair of c. 1960's leather lounge chairs, most probably of Norwegian origin. These stunning pieces feature ...
Steel
Scandinavian Outdoor Wall Light, Norway, 1960s
Located in Oslo, NO
Wonderful and decorative outdoor wall light in a painted metal frame with shade in embossed glass. Designed and made in Norway from circa 1960s first half. The lamp is fully working ...
Metal
IKEA Frosta Stools Set of 3, Beech Wood, Mid-Century Modern
By IKEA
Located in Den Haag, NL
Frosta Beech Stools .by Ikea 1980s Good condition . not in the assortment anymore . stack able .
Beech
1960's Bureau organiser by Stil I Stål, Denmark
Located in Bern, CH
1960's Bureau organiser. Stack of drawers. With nine removable coloured drawers. On coasters for mobility. Produced by Stil I Stål, Denmark ca. 1960 - 1969. In good condition with n...
Plastic
"Kurul" Armchair in Oak & Lambswool, Henning Kjærnulf, Mid Century Modern, 1960s
Located in Odense, DK
A fine and elegant armchair in solid oak, designed by Henning Kjærnulf for EG Kvalitetsmøbel, Denmark, 1960s. Model “Kurul.” The chair has been reupholstered in high-quality shearli...
Lambskin, Wool, Oak
$248Sale Price / set|29% Off
Vintage Ifö of Sweden Ceramic Bathroom Lamps with Opaline Shades from the 1960s
By Ifö Electric
Located in Søborg, DK
A pair of vintage Ifö of Sweden ceramic bathroom lamps from the 1960s in grey. Designed by Sigvard Bernadotte. Opaline glass shades. Ceramic bulb hold...
Ceramic
$2,100Sale Price|30% Off
Mid century Danish modern 3 drawer teak vanity dresser by Nils Jonsson
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid century Danish modern 3 drawer low vanity dresser designed by Nils Jonsson made by HJN Mobler. Danish Mid-Century Modern chest of drawers in good vintage condition. Perfect vinta...
Birch, Teak, Mirror
$2,887Sale Price|25% Off
Mid century Danish modern tall wide Teak Dresser Wardrobe Clean
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid century Danish Modern tall teak dresser credenza 7-drawer on left. Clean inside and out - labeled - Made in Denmark. Good vintage condition. Has right cabinet door with 2 drawers...
Teak
GE 225 - 'Flag Halyard Chair' w. white lacquered frame by Hans J. Wegner
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Copenhagen, DK
GE 225 - Early 'Flag Halyard Chair' with frame in white lacquered metal and original flag halyard with lambskin and yellow neck cushion in 'VIDAR' textile. Designed by Hans J. Wegner...
Metal
Mid Century Armchair Model "Eva" by Bruno Mathsson Birch/Hemp, Sweden
Located in München, BY
Mid century armchair model "Eva" made of birch and braided hemp webbing. Design by the well-known Swedish designer Bruno Mathsson, Sweden. The Eva armchair is a design from 1941. Ve...
Hemp, Birch
Swedish Designer, Wall Lights, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of yellow green fabric wall lights designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s. Overall Dimensions (Inches): 5.0"H x 12.0"W x 5.0"D Back Plate Dimensions (Inches): Measurement...
Fabric
Jørgen Lund & Ole Larsen Pair of Lounge Chairs in Black Leather
Located in Miami, FL
Jørgen Lund and Ole Larsen for Bo-Ex, pair of lounge chairs, model 'BO 911', black leather, chrome-plated steel, Made in Denmark.
Steel, Chrome
$3,211 / item
Poul Cadovius Royal System Beech wood Bookcase 1960s
By Poul Cadovius, Royal System
Located in Den Haag, NL
Iconic Poul Cadovius Royal wall system ..Three uprights ,comes with 16 Beechwood shelves , complete with all the brackets ,and hardware . Ideal bookcase or storage space . Signed ...
Beech
Bofa Keramik Pitcher by Aksel Andersen & Leif Henriksen, Denmark, c.1960
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Bofa Keramik Pitcher by Aksel Andersen & Leif Henriksen, Bornholm, Denmark, c.1960.
Ceramic, Rattan
Vintage 1960s Danish Brutalist Oak Sideboard, in the style of Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
Presenting this unique Danish sideboard crafted in the 1960s, a masterclass in the Brutalist aesthetic as interpreted through Mid-Century Scandinavian design. Rendered in beautifully...
Brass
1 of 2 Mid-Century Murano Wall Sconces by Tom Ahlstrom and Hans Ehrlich
Located in Aachen, NRW
Wonderful mid-century wall sconces designed by Tom Ahlstrom and Hans Ehrlich, Sweden, circa 1960-1969. Nice Brutalist shape with a unique Murano glass. Each sconce needs one x E27 s...
Metal
Swedish Designer, Pendant Light, Fabric, Wood, Glass, Brass, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A white opaline glass, beige fabric, wood and brass pendant light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s. Wear consistent with age and use. Overall Dimensions (inches): 20.0"H x...
Brass
Pair of Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors Crystal Table Lamps, Sweden, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Elegant pair of mid-century modern crystal table lamps designed by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, Sweden, circa 1960s. These sculptural lamps feature beautifully hand-blown clear crys...
Art Glass
Sigurd Ressell Pair of Falcon Lounge Chairs in Leather, Canvas and Birch 1970s
By Sigurd Ressell, Vatne Møbler
Located in Meer, VAN
Sigurd Ressell Pair of Falcon Lounge Chairs in Leather, Canvas and Birch for Vatne Møbler Norway 1970s This is a very elegant and comfortable pair of Falcon lounge chairs by Sigurd ...
Leather, Canvas, Birch
$2,800Sale Price|20% Off
Midcentury Danish Modern 8 Drawer Light Teak Dresser Credenza
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Midcentury Danish Modern 8 drawer teak dresser or credenza by Arne Wahl Iversen. Beautiful light teak color with a nice grain. All drawers clean inside and out as well as slide smoot...
Teak
Danish 1940s Highback Easy Chair with Open Armrests in Oak by Alfred Christensen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Classic elegant Danish high back armchair from the 1940s by Alfred Christensen for Slagelse Mobelvaerk with open armrests in beautifully carved stained oak wood. Nice slim elegant s...
Beech, Wool
Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Ceiling Lamp in Copper, Teak and Glass, 1960s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Ceiling Lamp in Copper, Teak and Glass, 1950s By shortening the cable, the lowest height of the lamp can be infinitely adjusted to 35cm, at the momen...
Metal, Copper
Midcentury Danish Clam Style Lounge Chair, 1950s
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Charming early 1950's clam-style lounge chair made in Denmark from stained and varnished beech wood. The design bears resemblance to the famous model Pragh by Designer team Schubell ...
Wool, Beech
A pair of Japan Chairs designed by Finn Juhl for France & Son
Located in Seattle, WA
A pair of Japan chairs, designed by Finn Juhl for France & Son, 1960 production. recently reupholstered in aniline olive leather, with several natural marking and patterns. Natur...
Leather, Teak
$3,400Sale Price|20% Off
Mid century Danish Modern Beautiful Red Leather 3 Seat Sofa Børge Mogensen style
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid century Danish modern Red leather 3 seat sofa Birch wood legs. In the style of Børge Mogensen. Beautiful coral/terra cotta soft Red leather that shows very little Patina/wear sof...
Leather, Birch
Mid-Century Modern Danish Pirat Blue Metal Outdoor Wall Lamp Nordisk Solar
By Eva & Niles Koppell, Nordisk Solar Co.
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid-Century Modern Danish Pirat Blue Metal Outdoor Wall Lamp by Eva and Nils Koppel, Gert Edstrand for Nordisk Solar, 1960s Robust Pirat wall lights from Danish manufacturer Nordisk...
Metal
Mid-Century Niels Bach Solid Teak Oval Coffee Table with Pedestal Base
By Niels Bach
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Danish Mid-Century, solid teak oval side or coffee table with pedestal base. Manufactured by A/S Niels Bach Møbelfabrik out of Randers,...
Teak
Danish Henning Kjærnulf Sculptural Armchair, Oak with New Sheep Skin 1960s
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Danish vintage sculptural brutalist Henning Kjærnulf tall armchair from the 1960's. The razor blade style chair is made of solid oak, the seat is upholstered with new sheepskin whic...
Upholstery, Oak
$4,875Sale Price|25% Off
Stunning MidCentury Minimalist Rosewood Dining Table 1 Leaf by Georg Petersens
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful rare dining table featuring Brazilian rosewood on a rectangular form table top on chrome legs. Dining table has 1 leaf that is removable ans stows away under the table. Lea...
Chrome
$1,800Sale Price|20% Off
Mid century danish modern teak 2 door wardrobe storage cabinet
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid century danish modern teak 2 door wardrobe cabinet. Behind the doors are open shelves. (8) adjustable shelves total with pins. (4) on the left and (4) on the right side. Great fo...
Teak
$319Sale Price|20% Off
Scandinavian Mid-century Modern design art glass vase by Erik Höglund, Sweden
By Boda, Erik Höglund
Located in Skarpnäck, SE
A fantastic and rare glass bowl made and signed by Erik Höglund, the master of architectural glass, a part of Swedish Modern Abstract Art Glass from the 1960s. This vase is so typic...
Glass
Stunning Henning Kjærnulf Style High Back Armchair of Solid Oak Denmark 1970s
By Henning Kjærnulf, Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Stunning Danish Henning Kjærnulf style high-backed farmers chair. Crafted by Danish skilled carpenter in the 1970s, reupholstered with new sheepskin and new rubber girths. The fram...
Oak, Sheepskin
Swedish Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and white opaline glass chandelier designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 20.0"H x 14.5"W x 5.0"D Stem Length (inches): 9.25" Dimensions o...
Brass
$5,520Sale Price|20% Off
Massive Mid century Rosewood Danish Extension Dining Table by Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Massive mid century Rosewood Danish extension dining table with (3) leaves by Henning Kjærnulf. This table is very high quality hand built by Danish furniture makers, made in Denmark...
Rosewood
$2,368Sale Price|20% Off
1960s Arne Norrell Safari Lounge Chair by Norell Möbel AB, Sweden
By Arne Norell
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Arne Norell “Sirocco” safari chair in beautifully aged brown leather with a solid dark wood frame. Designed in 1964, this is a classic piece of Scandinavian mid-century desig...
Leather, Rosewood
$595Sale Price / item|20% Off
Vintage Svend Aage Holm Sørensen "Onion" Chandelier Pendant Lamp
Located in Søborg, DK
Vintage Svend Aage Holm Sørensen for Holm Sørensen & Co pendent chandelier lamp model 6395. Known as the onion this classic piece of bruta...
Brass
$488Sale Price|48% Off
Stylish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamp in Brass with a Vintage Gucci Shade
Located in Søborg, DK
Vintage Mid-Century Modern table lamp with a very stylish period design. Three legged steel base attached to a brass stem. Rewired with a black twisted cloth flex and grounded. Original Bakelite lamp holder with on off switch. Original adjustable lampshade holder. Can be fitted with an EU UK or US plug. Included is a lampshade made with a vintage Gucci scarf...
Brass