Since its inception, luxury retailer Nordiska Kompaniet, known affectionately to its customers as “NK,” has offered an influential platform for innovators in furniture design. Its department stores in Stockholm and Gothenburg, Sweden, have been home to many of the top names in mid-century modern design and in Scandinavian modernism. Admired for its production of high-quality pieces, it continues to support forward-looking designers.
Nordiska Kompaniet was founded in 1902 through the merger of the companies K.M. Lundberg and Joseph Leja. Its founder, Josef Sachs, envisioned a department store as a cultural arena that would rival the luxury stores of Paris. He opened a flagship store in Stockholm in 1915. Early on, the brand set its sights on quality furniture making, bringing on master cabinetmaker Axel Einar Hjorth, who headed its production from 1927 to 1938.
The Stockholm Exhibition of 1930 was pivotal for both Nordiska Kompaniet and the world of design as a whole. NK’s installation, designed by Sven Markelius, positioned the artist as a key influencer and force majeure of Swedish functionalism.
Nordiska Kompaniet has continued to hire renowned designers throughout its operations, including such luminaries as Carl Bergsten, David Rosen and Gio Ponti. Many iconic sofas, lounge chairs, bookcases and dining room tables from the mid-century modern period originated in its furniture shop. The brand has also been at the forefront of textile, ceramic and wallpaper design, with artists Berndt Friberg, Josef Frank, Stig Lindberg and Elsa Gullberg among those who have contributed to NK’s brand legacy.
To cater to its growing customer base, Nordiska Kompaniet opened a second store in Gothenburg in 1971. Today, NK continues to provide patronage to top designers, remaining a leader in high-end furniture production.
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$2,500 / item
Chairs by Nordiska Kompaniet, 1926
By Nordiska Kompaniet
Located in Long Island City, NY
The chairs by Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden, circa 1926. Stained oak with cane. Manufacturer tug with numbers attached. Price is for each.
Oak
Exceptional Hans Asplund Armchair, Walnut and Leather, Nordiska Kompaniet, 1955
By Hans Asplund, Nordiska Kompaniet
Located in The Hague, NL
This exceptionally rare armchair was designed by Hans Asplund around 1955. Asplund designed the chair for the beauty salon at the Nordiska Kompaniet department store on Hamngatan in Stockholm. The chair was reportedly produced solely for the salon in a few examples, please see the last 2 images of the listing to view the chairs in their original interior. Adding to the historical importance of this particular chair on offer is the fact that it comes from the private collection of Hans Asplund himself. The design is marked by the beautiful, sculptural frame, which has been entirely executed in solid walnut wood. The curved lines of the armrests, the legs and the backrest give the design a refined and elegant appearance. The seat, backrest and armrest are upholstered in brown leather. The chair is in very good, restored condition. Provenance: Architect Hans Asplund (1921-1994). Thence by descent to his son, diplomat and UN ambassador Bo Asplund (1950-2024). Thence by descent to the previous owner. Literature: Ingegerd Henschen & Stig Blomberg, "Svenskt Möbellexikon", Förlagshuset Norden AB 1961, pp. 162-163. Filippo Alison...
Leather, Walnut
Pair of Bertil Söderberg Armchairs in Mahogany for Nordiska Kompaniet, 1940s
By Nordiska Kompaniet, Bertil Söderberg 1
Located in The Hague, NL
This rare pair of armchairs was designed by Bertil Söderberg and produced by Nordiska Kompaniet in Sweden in the 1940s. The elegant shape of the desig...
Fabric, Wool, Upholstery, Wood, Mahogany
Model "Radio" Armchair by Axel Einar Hjorth for Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden 1930s
By Axel Einar Hjorth, Nordiska Kompaniet
Located in Utrecht, NL
Axel Einar Hjorth’s designs are sharply distinctive in style, materials, and character. Unlike many of his contemporaries, Hjorth did not conform to the socially oriented ideas produ...
Wood, Fabric
Mid-Century Modern Armchair by Bengt Ruda, Upholstered Beechwood
By Nordiska Kompaniet, Bengt Ruda
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A single, vintage Mid-Century modern Swedish armchair made of hand crafted polished Beechwood designed by Bengt Ruda and produced by Nordiska Kompaniet, in good condition. The low Sc...
Metal
Scandinavian Modern Easy Chair by Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist, ca 1950s
By Nordiska Kompaniet, Kerstin Horlin Holmquist
Located in Örebro, SE
Scandinavian modern easy chair “Adam” by Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist for Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden 1950s. This model is from the timeless and iconic Paradise Collection from the Triva ...
Textile, Beech
Armchair model "Z" by Bengt Ruda
By Nordiska Kompaniet, Bengt Ruda
Located in Brescia, IT
Swedish 1960s model "Z" armchair, dark lacquered geometric frame and black velvet upholstery. The model "Z" armchair designed by Bengt Ruda for Nordiska Kompaniet in the 1960s is an...
Fabric, Wood
Pair of Armchairs by Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden First half of the 20th Century
By Nordiska Kompaniet
Located in Utrecht, NL
Nordiska Kompaniet was founded in Stockholm in 1902, and to this day, it is regarded as one of the most renowned Swedish furniture manufacturers. The department store reflected moder...
Fabric, Wood
"Stora Eva" Armchair by Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist for NK, Sweden 1950s
By Kerstin Horlin Holmquist, Nordiska Kompaniet
Located in Utrecht, NL
The “Stora Eva” chair model is from the timeless and iconic Paradiset Collection from the Triva Series, which was created in the 1950s by Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist during her time at ...
Wood, Bouclé
Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist "Little Adam" Armchair, Sweden, 1950s
By Nordiska Kompaniet, Kerstin Horlin Holmquist
Located in Utrecht, NL
The “Little Adam” chair model is from the timeless and iconic Paradise Collection from the Triva Series, which was created in 1958 by Kerstin Hörlin-...
Fabric, Wood
Elias Svedberg Triva Safari Chair, Nordiska Kompaniet, 1940s
By Nordiska Kompaniet, Elias Svedberg
Located in Bochum, NRW
A Safari armchair designed by Elias Svedberg, Sweden, 1940s. Made of wood, brown harness leather armrests and dark blue canvas. The chair is in a very good used condition, beautiful ...
Leather, Canvas, Wood
Carl-Axel Acking, Armchairs, Wood, Fabric, Sweden, 1960s
By Carl-Axel Acking, Nordiska Kompaniet
Located in High Point, NC
A set of four wood and floral-printed fabric armchairs or dining room chairs, model Tokyo, designed by Carl-Axel Acking and produced by Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden, c. 1960s. Wear to...
Fabric, Wood
Bengt Ruda Triva Lounge Chair, Black Lacquered Beech, 1950
By Bengt Ruda, Nordiska Kompaniet
Located in Dronten, NL
An iconic Scandinavian modern lounge chair, the Triva Chair designed by Bengt Ruda, exemplifying the refined craftsmanship and functional elegance of mid-century Swedish design. Orig...
Fabric, Beech
Pair of 'Triva’ Armchair by Bengt Ruda for Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden 1960s
By Bengt Ruda, Nordiska Kompaniet
Located in GORINCHEM, NL
These “Triva” armchairs, designed by Swedish designer Bengt Ruda (manufactured by Nordiska Kompaniet) are a striking example of minimalist design with refined aesthetics. Introduced ...
Cotton, Polyester, Wood
Mid Century Modern Upholstered Armchair
Located in Pasadena, TX
This chair is made of walnut. It's upholstered in a nice floral fabric. It's made is the style of Dux.
Upholstery, Walnut
$8,425 / set
H 28.94 in W 28.75 in D 28.75 in
Pair of Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist "Little Adam" Armchairs, Sweden 1950s
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet), Kerstin Horlin Holmquist
Located in Utrecht, NL
The “Little Adam” chair model is from the timeless and iconic Paradise Collection from the Triva Series, which was created in 1958 by Kerstin Hörlin...
Fabric, Wood
$16,000 / set
H 37 in W 19 in D 17 in
Set of 6 Dining Chairs by Axel Einar Hjorth model "Radio" for NK
By Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Long Island City, NY
Set of 6 dining chairs designed by Axel Einar Hjorth for Nordiska Kompaniet, model "Radio". Sweden, Circa 1930th. Stained birch upholstered in muslin. NK tags with numbers attached.
Birch
$25,701 / set
H 31.11 in W 32.29 in D 31.11 in
Pair of Lounge Chairs by Carl-Axel Acking for Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden, 1950s
By Carl-Axel Acking, NK (Nordiska Kompaniet)
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Pair of rare lounge chairs by Carl-Axel Acking in an imposing, luxurious design. Hefty oak frame with wide armrests and an elegant, open silhouette. Rust red leather upholstery.
Leather, Oak
Nordiska Kompaniet, Armchair, Oak, Velvet, Sweden, 1920s
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet)
Located in High Point, NC
An oak and brown velvet armchair, model Gillberga, produced by Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden, 1920s. Seat height (inches): 19” Arm Height (inches): 27.56" All items ship from High Po...
Velvet, Oak
$48,000 / set
H 30.75 in W 21 in D 15.5 in
Axel Einar Hjorth, Nordiska Kompaniet, Birch, Rare Birka Chairs, Sweden, 1930s
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet), Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Stamford, CT
Axel Einar Hjorth, Nordiska Kompaniet, Swedish Mid-Century Modern, Birch, Rare "Birka" Chairs, Sweden, 1930s A rare and complete set of six “Birka” dining or side chairs designed by...
Fabric, Birch
$62,827 / set
H 31.5 in W 20.87 in D 19.69 in
Pair of Swedish Wooden Lovö Armchairs in Pine by Axel Einar Hjorth for NK 1930s
By Axel Einar Hjorth, NK (Nordiska Kompaniet)
Located in Stockholm, SE
Very rare pair of Swedish wooden low back armchairs in stained pine model "Lovö" by Axel Einar Hjorth for Nordiska Kompaniet Stockholm in Sweden, 1930s. In good original condition an...
Iron
Pair of armchairs by Otto Schulz for Boet, 1940s
By Boet, Otto Schulz
Located in Brescia, IT
Upholstered armchairs with a wooden frame, velvet upholstery, and capitonné stitching on the backrest. Drawing by Otto Schulz for Boet, 1940s. A pair of armchairs designed by Otto S...
Velvet, Wood
$27,415 / set
H 30.91 in W 21.26 in D 19.69 in
Set of four 'Birka' chairs by Axel Einar Hjorth for Nordiska Kompaniet, 1930s
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet), Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
A refined set of four dining chairs from the “Birka” series, designed by Axel Einar Hjorth for Nordiska Kompaniet in the 1930s. Crafted in ash and beech, with elegantly curved backre...
Fabric, Ash, Beech
$25,701 / set
H 38.59 in W 27.56 in D 31.5 in
"Stora Eva" Lounge Chairs by Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist, NK, Sweden, 1950s
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet), Kerstin Horlin Holmquist
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Luxurious pair of “Big Eve” (“Stora Eva”) lounge chairs with footstools by Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist, from the “Paradis” series. Beautiful design that strikes a perfect balance betwe...
Beech
$5,711
H 31.5 in W 17.72 in D 15.95 in
Axel Einar Hjorth - Utö Dining Chair - produced by Nordiska Kompaniet in Sweden
By Axel Einar Hjorth, NK (Nordiska Kompaniet)
Located in Hasselt, VLI
Axel Einar Hjorth “Utö” Dining Chairs - price per piece (5pcs in total avaible). These chairs, part of the Utö expo designed by Hjorth and produced by Nordiska Kompaniet in Sweden. T...
Wood, Pine
$17,134
H 32.29 in W 20.48 in D 24.41 in
Axel Einar Hjorth "Lovö" Rocking Chair in Pine by Nordiska Kompaniet Sweden 1930
By Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Stockholm, SE
Very rare and early Swedish mid century modern wooden rocking chair model "Lovö" in stained pine by Axel Einar Hjorth produced by Nordiska Kompaniet, 1932. In good original condition...
Sheepskin, Pine
$15,992
H 34.65 in W 26.19 in D 20.48 in
Easy chair designed by Hans Asplund for Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden 1955
By Hans Asplund
Located in Stockholm, SE
Easy chair designed by Hans Asplund for Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden, 1955. Walnut and leather. This rare easy chair, designed by Hans Asplund for Nordiska Kompaniet in 1955, exemplifies Swedish mid-century modern design. Custom-made for the beauty salon at NK’s flagship department store in Stockholm, only six chairs were made and never offered for retail sale. Asplund’s collaboration with NK often involved site-specific furniture, tailored to complement the interiors of the store or other commissioned spaces. This particular chair highlights Asplund’s focus on functionality and elegance, featuring the walnut frame with elegant, flowing curves that define its sophisticated design paired with cognac leather upholstery. Hans Asplund (1921–1994) was a prominent Swedish architect and designer, belonging to the renowned Asplund family of architects, which included his father, Gunnar Asplund, one of Sweden’s most celebrated architectural figures. Hans Asplund is best known for his contributions to Swedish modernism, blending functionality with elegance in both architecture and furniture design. Provenance Architect Hans Asplund (1921-1994). Thence by descent to his son, diplomat and UN ambassador Bo Asplund (1950-2024). Thence by descent to the present owner. Literature Ingegerd Henschen & Stig Blomberg, "Svenskt Möbellexikon", Förlagshuset Norden AB 1961, p. 162-163. Filippo Alison...
Leather, Walnut
Jules Leleu pair of 1940s armchairs
By Jules Leleu
Located in Philadelphia, PA
French Forties Art Deco pair of high-backed armchairs by Jules Leleu in mahogany. These chairs have the original tapestry upholstery which is in excellent condition, and bronze mount...
Tapestry, Mahogany
"Lilla Eva" Chair by Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist, Sweden 1950s
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet), Kerstin Horlin Holmquist
Located in Utrecht, NL
This “Lilla Eva” model is from the timeless and iconic Paradise Collection, which was created by Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist during her time as a designer at Nordiska Kompaniet. The nam...
Fabric, Wood
Nordiska Kompaniet Pair of ‘Ekerö’ Armchairs in Solid Pine
By Nordiska Kompaniet
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Nordiska Kompaniet, pair of armchairs model 'Ekerö, pine, Sweden, 1930s Elegant pair of armchairs by Nordiska Kompaniet from the 1930s. The ‘Ekerö’ furniture line that also includes...
Pine
Set of Six Dining Chairs in Pine for Nordiska Kompaniet Sweden
By Nordiska Kompaniet
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Nordiska Kompaniet, set of 6 dining chairs 'Ekerö, pine, Sweden 1930s. Elegant set of six dining chairs. Executed in northern European pinewood. The design is simplistic; four tapered legs, solid seating and spindel or slat back. These chairs have a modest and natural appearance, the grain of the pine is nicely visible on the blond chairs...
Pine
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H 30.12 in W 27.17 in D 29.14 in
Carl Axel Acking Pair of 'Trienna' Chairs in Patinated Brown Leather
By Carl-Axel Acking, Nordiska Kompaniet
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Carl-Axel Acking for NK (Nordiska Kompaniet), 'Trienna' chairs, in stained oak and leather, Sweden, 1957. These robust chairs are designed by the Swedish architect Carl-Axel Ackin...
Leather, Oak
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H 28.75 in W 31.89 in D 32.68 in
Pair of Armchairs by David Rosén for Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden ca 1960s
By David Rosén, Nordiska Kompaniet
Located in Utrecht, NL
This pair of armchairs by David Rosén for Nordiska Kompaniet reflects the refined elegance and functional clarity that defined Scandinavian modernism. As a prominent figure in Swedis...
Fabric, Wood
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H 29.93 in W 23.63 in D 23.63 in
'Trivia' Safari Armchair by Elias Svedberg for Nordiska Kompaniet, 1950s
By Elias Svedberg, Nordiska Kompaniet
Located in Karis, Nyland
Safari chair by Elias Svedberg for NK – Nordiska Kompaniet in Sweden. The chair is a part of the Trivia series and was designed and manufactured during the second part of the 20th ce...
Fabric, Hardwood
Pair of Vintage Swedish Armchairs by Kerstin Horlin Holmquist
By Kerstin Horlin Holmquist, Nordiska Kompaniet
Located in London, GB
An absolutely stunning and very rare pair of vintage Swedish armchairs by Kerstin Horlin Holmquist. This model is called the ‘Little Adam’ chair, de...
Bouclé, Birch
Vintage Swedish Armchair by Kerstin Horlin Holmquist
By Kerstin Horlin Holmquist, Nordiska Kompaniet
Located in London, GB
A stunning and extremely comfortable vintage Swedish armchair by Kerstin Horlin Holmquist. This model is called the ‘Adam’ chair, designed by Kerstin Horlin Holmquist for Nordiska Ko...
Bouclé, Wood
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H 36.62 in W 30.71 in D 33.47 in
Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist "Adam" Armchairs for Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden 1950s
By Kerstin Horlin Holmquist, Nordiska Kompaniet
Located in Utrecht, NL
The “Adam” chair model is from the timeless and iconic Paradise Collection from the Triva Series, which was created in 1958 by Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist during her time as a designer...
Fabric, Wood
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H 36.62 in W 30.71 in D 33.47 in
Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist, easy chair Stor/Large Adam, NK Scandinavian Modern
By Nordiska Kompaniet, NK (Nordiska Kompaniet), Kerstin Horlin Holmquist
Located in Stockholm, SE
Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist was assigned to the Triva department at Nordiska Kompaniet to create furniture for young, modern households. She created the Paradise-collection, with its bi...
Velvet, Birch
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H 31.5 in W 27.56 in D 27.56 in
Scandinavian Midcentury Easy Chair "Trienna" by Carl-Axel Acking for NK
By Carl-Axel Acking, Nordiska Kompaniet
Located in Karlstad, SE
The "Trienna" easy chair, designed by Carl-Axel Acking for NK (Nordiska Kompaniet) in Sweden, is a true masterpiece of mid-century modern design. Acking created this beautiful chair ...
Leather, Oak
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H 28.94 in W 28.75 in D 28.75 in
Pair of Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist "Little Adam" Armchairs, Sweden 1950s
By Kerstin Horlin Holmquist, Nordiska Kompaniet
Located in Utrecht, NL
The “Little Adam” chair model is from the timeless and iconic Paradise Collection from the Triva Series, which was created in 1958 by Kerstin Hörlin-...
Fabric, Wood
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H 35.04 in W 22.05 in D 24.02 in
"Futura" Beech Armchairs by David Rosén for Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden 1950s
By David Rosén, Nordiska Kompaniet
Located in Utrecht, NL
Swedish furniture designer David Rosén is most well-known by his mid-century involvement with esteemed department store and modernist furniture manufacturer, Nordiska Kompaniet. Particularly prolific in the 1950s, Rosén his most famous series for the company called Futura, of which these chairs are also part of. Designed in 1949, these armchairs possess a refined and slender appearance with distinctive backrests composed of bars with hollow openings. With this design, these chairs are modern reinterpretations of the traditional ladder-back chair. On each chair, the curved armrests are supported by a solid beech frame with clean, sleek lines that are both functional and aesthetically appealing. Still, it is the back that defines the design of these “Futura” chairs...
Fabric, Wood
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H 38.19 in W 28.35 in D 31.89 in
Pair of Kerstin Horlin Holmquist Stora Eva Chairs, new Mohair, 1950s, Sweden
By Kerstin Horlin Holmquist, Nordiska Kompaniet
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
A pair of Kerstin Horlin Holmquist Stora Eva chairs, newly upholstered in premium pure mohair fabric, designed in 1958 and produced by Nordiska Kompaniet (NK) as part of the Triva s...
Fabric, Wood
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H 35.44 in W 22.45 in D 19.69 in
Set of Six Mid-Century Swedish Side Chair with French Cane by Nordiska Kompaniet
By Nordiska Kompaniet
Located in Lejre, DK
Set of four side chairs and two armchairs in beech and French cane. Designed and made by AB Nordiska Kompaniet Sweden. Great original condition.
Cane, Beech
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H 32.68 in W 27.56 in D 30.52 in
Pair of "Lilla Eva" Chairs by Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist, Sweden, 1950s
By Kerstin Horlin Holmquist, Nordiska Kompaniet
Located in Utrecht, NL
These “Lilla Eva” models are from the timeless and iconic Paradise Collection, which was created by Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist during her time as a designer at...
Fabric, Wood