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Scandinavian Modern Prints

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
Beck and Jung Sweden Abstract 3 Color Screenprint
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Beck & Jung 1974 3 Color Screenprint from an Edition of 20. New old stock Panels that were never sold. Bought from an ex-rep of the line, 4 available!
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1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Prints

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Paper

Original woodprint Axel Salto from 1933, denmark, signed
Located in Kiel, SH
Original woodcut by Axel Salto from 1933. The woodcut is signed by Axel Salto and dated with 1933. Wonderful print "laying deers" in good used condition. Don't hesitate to contact us...
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1930s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Prints

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Paper

Vintage Graphic Art by Kurt Ullberger, Sweden, 1969
Located in Karis, Nyland
Framed lithograph by Swedish artist Kurt Ullberger (1919 - 2008). Signed & numbered
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Prints

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Glass, Wood, Paper

Signed Composition by Jan Loman, 1990
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Original and signed composition by the Dutch artists Jan Loman Jan Loman (1918-2006) (Netherlands) Jan Loman was born in Bolsward in 1918 and passed away in Beetsterzwaag at the...
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1990s Danish Scandinavian Modern Prints

Female Artist Helle Thorborg Abstract Lithograph in Colors, 1960s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Helle Thorborg (b. 1927). Composition, woodcut, 356/1295, signed. Sheet size 69 x 54 cm. Mounted in acid free passepartout. Will be shipped rolled-up an...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Prints

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Paper

Limited Artist Glass Wall Plaque Theophany by Bjørn Wiinblad for Rosenthal
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A large decorative wall plaque or dish designed by Bjorn Wiinblad in 1978 and made by Rosenthal in Germany in a limited run. It is titled The Three Holy King/Wise Men/Theophany and w...
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1970s European Vintage Scandinavian Modern Prints

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Glass

Scandinavian Modernist Wall Plaques by Ib Antoni for Bing & Grondahl, 1970s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A snail, a butterfly and a fish. Modernist interpretations by the Danish artist Ib Antoni (1929-73). Transfer-printet onto fiaence/ceramic. Manufactured by B&G in Denmark during the ...
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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Prints

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Faience

"Summer Flowers In The Catskills" Abstract Expressionist Print by Peter Astrom
Located in New York, NY
"Summer Flowers In The Catskills", photo collage print by Swedish abstract expressionist artist Peter Astrom. This is the only print that was made by th...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Prints

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Paper

Oscar Reutersvärd, Impossible Figures, Perspective Japonaise No 331, Lithograph
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
Oscar Reutersvärd, Impossible Figures, Perspective Japonaise No. 331 Lithograph on Fabriano paper Number 48/100 The work has a title, number and signature of the artist Dimensions 76...
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1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Prints

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Paper

Vintage Lithograph by Fritz Axel From, Sweden, 1956
Located in Karis, Nyland
Framed lithograph by Swedish artist Fritz Axel From (1925 - 2008). Signed & numbered.
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Prints

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Glass, Wood, Paper

Vintage Lithograph, Sune Tjellander, Sweden
Located in Karis, Nyland
Framed lithograph by Swedish artist Sune Tjellander (1912 - 1976). Signed & numbered
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Prints

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Glass, Wood, Paper

Jan-Harry Persson, Self Portrait
Located in New York, NY
Jan-Harry Persson. Self-portrait Graphic sheet dimension: 12 x 12.5 cm. Provenance: Arne Lindqvist's collection of artist self-portraits which included this one by Jan Harry Persson,...
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Prints

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Paper

Vintage Graphic Art by Gösta Lindqvist, Sweden
Located in Karis, Nyland
Framed lithograph by Swedish artist Gösta Lindqvist (1928 - 2022). Signed & numbered
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Prints

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Glass, Wood, Paper

Danish Landscape Lithograph Art
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Danish lithograph print in gilded frame, circa 1950's. A beautiful LARGE scale picturesque village river scene, signed by the artist. A stunning Sca...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Prints

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Paper

Seasons Tree Print on Cloth by Toni Hermansson for Almedahls, Sweden, 1960s
Located in Kansas City, MO
Seasons Tree Print on Cloth designed by Toni Hermansson for Almedahls, Sweden, 1960s. Stretched over a wood frame. Reminiscent of Alexander Girard.
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Prints

Ole Folmer Hansen, Composition, Serigraph, 1998, Framed
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
Ole Folmer Hansen, Composition, 1998 Color serigraphy E.A. number The work is dated, signed by the artist and individually numbered (pencil) Work dimensions 25/23 Framed Ole Folmer ...
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1990s Danish Scandinavian Modern Prints

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Paper

Denice Zetterquist, Komposition, Color Lithograph, 1965, Framed
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
Denice Zetterquist, Komposition, 1965 Color lithograph Number 119/235 The work is signed by the artist, dated and individually numbered (pencil) Work dimensions 53/64 The work is fra...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Prints

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Paper

Bernhard Buffet Lithography in Mogens Koch Oregon Pine Frame
Located in Kastrup, DK
Bernard Buffet 1928-1999. French lithograph: Nature morte à la bouteille (Still-Life with Bottle). Signed Bernard Buffet. 64. Framed in a Mogens Koch Oregon...
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Prints

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Pine, Paper

Stellan Mörner, Color Lithograph, 1960s, Framed
By Stellan Morner
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
Stellan Mörner, 1960s Color lithography Number 34/350 The work is signed with the artist's signature and an individual number (pencil) Work dimensions 40/50 Framed work Stellan Morner lived from 1896 to 1979. He was a Swedish count, painter, draftsman, theater decorator and writer. Mörner belonged to the so-called of the Halmstad group...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Prints

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Paper

Signed Modern Lithograph by FA Kopper 'Dutch', 2005
By FA Kopper
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dutch Modernist, FA Kopper, piece entitled "Buddy".
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Early 2000s Dutch Scandinavian Modern Prints

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Paper

Two Mix Media Compositions by Bjørn Wiinblad
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Bjørn Wiinblad two round compositions of mix media with offset print and hand painted gold details.  
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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Prints

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Gold Leaf

Jürgen Von Konow, Window View, Söndrum, Color Lithograph, 1958, Framed
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
Jürgen Von Konow, Window view, Söndrum, 1958 Color lithograph Number 98/260 The work is signed by the artist, dated and individually numbered Work dimensions 53/77 The work is framed...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Prints

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Paper

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Located in Kansas City, MO
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Bjorn Wiinblad ALADIN in the Enchanted Garden Porcelain Plate by Rosenthal
Located in North Hollywood, CA
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Previously Available Items
Axel Salto. Woodcut on Japan paper. Composition with arranged apples. 1922.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Axel Salto. Woodcut on Japan paper. Composition with arranged apples. 1922. Signed in pencil. In excellent condition. Dimensions: 41.0 cm x 33.0 cm. Total dimensions: 56.0 cm x 48.5...
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1920s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Prints

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Ole Folmer Hansen, Composition, Serigraph, 2012, Framed
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
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"Tivoli Gardens" Vintage Poster by Danish Painter Bjørn Wiinblad
Located in Pasadena, CA
This cheerful Bjørn Wiinblad poster from 1981 illustrates a smiling Harlequin, drawn in the characteristic Wiinblad style, including the whimsica...
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Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Prints

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Black and White Vintage Collection of Danish Photography Wall Art Mounted Prints
Located in San Jose, CA
Mid century modern set of three black and white framed prints on fiberboard circa 1970's, A/S Minerva Reproduktioner, Copenhagen. These hanging art prints are mounted onto a wood black frame perfect for a gallery wall layout and to create depth into a space. Photos by Erik Olsen...
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Bjorn Wiinblad Summertime Print
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Bjorn Wiinblad silhouette print "Summertime" nicely framed. Original Print from the 60's or 70's. Professionally framed about 10 years ago.
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Bjorn Wiinblad Summertime Print
Bjorn Wiinblad Summertime Print
H 52 in W 26.5 in D 0.75 in
Oleo-Print "Old Woman".
Located in Chorzów, PL
Dimensions: Measures: Frame: height 39 cm / width 32 cm Picture: height 26 cm / width 18 cm.
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Oleo-Print "Old Woman".
Oleo-Print "Old Woman".
H 15.36 in W 12.6 in D 1.97 in
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Print "Frozen River"
Print "Frozen River"
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Dea Trier Mørch Danish Graphic Artist, Linoleum Cut in Color, Child
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Located in Copenhagen, DK
Original lithography folder by Carl-henning Pedersen. 24 lithographs made from 12 fairy tales by Hans Christian Andersen. 144/250. Juliette Halioua, New York 1985.
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Original Lithographs by Carl-Henning Pedersen
H 22.05 in W 29.93 in D 0.4 in

Scandinavian Modern prints for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Scandinavian Modern prints 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 prints created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include wall decorations and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with paper, ceramic and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Scandinavian Modern prints 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 prints, popular names associated with this style include Bjørn Wiinblad, Axel Salto, Bernard Buffet, and FA Kopper. 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 prints differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $222 and tops out at $8,500 while the average work can sell for $863.

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