Bengt Wettersjö

Bengt Wettersjö was a Swedish furniture designer active during the mid-20th century, a period that defined the international rise of Scandinavian modern design. His work is characterised by a clear functionalist approach, where proportion, material integrity and everyday usability were central to the creative process. Wettersjö designed with clarity and restraint, favouring clean lines, balanced silhouettes and a quiet elegance that echoes the broader ideals of Swedish modernism.

Natural materials played an important role in his furniture, especially solid woods and well-chosen veneers that highlighted the warmth and texture inherent to Scandinavian craftsmanship. His pieces were created to be practical and enduring, yet they also conveyed a refined simplicity that made them suitable for both domestic and public interiors.

Although less widely known than some of his contemporaries, Wettersjö’s contribution to mid-century Swedish designis increasingly recognised for its authenticity and thoughtful execution. His work embodies the values that continue to make Scandinavian furniture admired around the world: honesty in construction, functional purity and a timeless sense of style.