For the better part of the past century, Magnus Olesen has been producing sturdy and functional furnishings for the modern lifestyle. With a focus on durability and exceptional quality, the Danish manufacturer continues to uphold the traditions associated with Scandinavian modernism — its artisans adhere to standards of the highest caliber in the construction of its widely revered armchairs, lounge chairs, stools and other pieces, which are crafted in a range of rich woods such as ash, oak and teak with a prioritization on practicality and ergonomics.
Cabinetmaker Magnus Olesen founded his eponymous company in 1937 in Denmark, and since then the brand has been producing functional, elegant furniture for interiors all over the world.
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. Some of the designers that have partnered with Magnus Olesen over the years include Kai Kristiansen — a Danish cabinetmaker known for his innovative mid-century wall units — duo Rud Thygesen and Johnny Sørensen, and Ib Kofod-Larsen, who was one of the best-selling Danish furniture makers in the United States during the 1950s, a time when Scandinavia’s simple, curvilinear wooden furniture, home goods and textiles suddenly seemed the perfect foil for America’s glass-and-steel skyscrapers.
With a showroom in Copenhagen and a production facility in Durup, Magnus Olesen remains in business today. The company primarily focuses on home furnishings but also produces a range of furniture for offices, the hospitality industry and healthcare facilities.
Find vintage Magnus Olesen chairs, tables and other seating on 1stDibs.
Rud Thygesen, Stools, Oak, Laminate, Denmark, 1960s
By Rud Thygesen and Johnny Sorensen, Magnus Olesen
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
$3,126 / set
H 37.01 in W 19.3 in D 18.51 in
Mid-Century Bamboo Bar Stools Horsnæs Design Denmark 1970
Located in Oirlo, LI
A beautiful set of six original bar stools from the 1970s by Horsnæs Design, Denmark, showcasing the timeless character and exceptional craftsmanship of Scandinavian furniture design...
Leather, Bamboo
$7,795 / set
H 35.5 in W 14 in D 16 in
Rosengren Hansen for Brande Møbelfabrik Mid Century Teak Barstools - Set of 4
By Brande Møbelfabrik, Henry Rosengren Hansen
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Rosengren Hansen for Brande Møbelfabrik Mid Century Teak Barstools - Set of 4 This barstool measures: 14 wide x 16 deep x 35.5 high, with a seat height of 28 inches Good Vintage Co...
Upholstery, Teak
Rud Thygesen, Stools, Oak, Laminate, Denmark, 1960s
By Rud Thygesen and Johnny Sorensen, Magnus Olesen
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of oak and beige laminate stools designed by Rud Thygesen and Johnny Sørensen and produced by Magnus Olesen, Denmark, 1960s.
Laminate, Oak
Sigvard Nilsson Bar Stools in Poplar Produced by Söwe in Sweden
By Sigvard NIlsson
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Set of 4 bar stools designed by Sigvard Nilsson. Produced by Söwe in Sweden.
Poplar
Rud Thygesen, Stools, Oak, Laminate, Denmark, 1960s
By Magnus Olesen, Rud Thygesen and Johnny Sorensen
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of oak and beige laminate stools designed by Rud Thygesen and Johnny Sørensen and produced by Magnus Olesen, Denmark, 1960s.
Laminate, Oak
Danish Designer, Stools, Oak, Bentwood, Denmark, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A set of 4 oak and bentwood stools, designed and produced in Denmark, 1940s. Dimensions of Each Stool: 17.15" Diameter x 9.75" H 17.15" Diameter x 12.75" H 16.5" Diameter x 10.75" ...
Oak, Bentwood
$14,000 / set
H 42 in W 15.5 in D 16 in
Set of Four Bar Stools by Vilhelm Wohlert, Teak & Oak, Denmark, 1950s
By Vilhelm Wohlert, Stolefabriken Odense
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of four bar stools by Vilhelm Wohert for Stolefabriken Odense, c.1950s Denmark. These bar height stools feature a newly upholstered leather seat. The stools also feature teak and...
Teak, Leather, Oak
$5,683 / set
H 33.08 in W 15.75 in D 17.72 in
Erik Buch set of four “OD61” bar stools Oddense Mobler Denmark 1965
By Erik Buch, Odense Møbelfabrik
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
Erik Buch set of four OD61 bar stools for Oddense Møbler, Denmark, 1965. Crafted in solid oak with contrasting rosewood footrests and retaining their original cognac/camel brown faux...
Faux Leather, Oak, Santos Rosewood
Danish Designer, Bar Stools, Oak, Mohair, Denmark, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A set of four dark-stained oak and yellow brown bar stools likely designed and produced in Denmark, c. 1970s. In vintage condition, with visible wear consistent with age and use. Sc...
Mohair, Oak
1960s Belgian Fritz Hansen Style Stacking Stools by Tubax, Pair
By Tubax, Fritz Hansen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Mid-Century stacking task stools manufactured by the Belgian post-war furniture maker Tubax in the 1960s. Each stool features a circular wood seat in a warm amber tone set at...
Metal, Enamel
1960s Italian Mid-Century Bar Stools, Osvaldo Borsani Style
By Osvaldo Borsani
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian Mid-Century bar stools from the 1960s, each built with a thick square solid oak seat and a dark metal pedestal base. The oak seats feature a shallow concave cavity carved int...
Metal
Alvar Aalto Inspired Bent Birch Bar Stool, Scandinavian Design
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Inspired by the work of Alvar Aalto, this bar stool is constructed entirely in bent birch, carrying forward the material vocabulary Aalto pioneered in Finnish modernism. Four bentwoo...
Birch, Bentwood
Brutalist Bar Stools Attributed to De Puydt, Belgium, 1960s–70s
By De Puydt
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Bar stools attributed to Belgian manufacturer De Puydt, produced in the 1960s to 1970s. Each stool is constructed from solid dark brown stained oak and features a high back with a br...
Metal
Mid-Century Brutalist Bar Stool by De Puydt, Dark Stained Oak, T-Back
By De Puydt
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Bar stool by Belgian manufacturer De Puydt demonstrates the Brutalist approach to functional seating through Pierre Chapo-inspired design principles. Constructed entirely from solid ...
Oak
Set of Three Bruno Rey for Dietiker Light Birch Bar Stools with Chrome Footrests
By Bruno Rey, Dietiker
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of 3 beech bar stools designed by Bruno Rey for Dietiker. Small backrests and round, chrome footrests. Historically, created from the most successful Swiss chair ever produced, 'the 3300 chair...
Chrome
