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Vintage design

Ælfred brings a fresh, democratic spirit to vintage design – offering expertly sourced Scandinavian furniture, lighting, ceramics, and glassware at accessible prices. Located in East London, the showroom is a carefully curated trove of beautiful, characterful pieces. Ælfred invites people to rediscover in-person shopping – only a select few items are available online – and to reconnect with the beauty and warmth of expertly crafted design.

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White vintage pendant

Ælfred

Bent Karbly Opal Glass Pendant Lights

£200
Heltborg Mobler Large Rosewood Sideboard

Ælfred

Heltborg Mobler Large Rosewood Sideboard

£1,350
A small, empty wooden planter sits centered in a room with plain beige walls and a matching beige floor—an unadorned, minimalistic backdrop perfect for showcasing unique finds or inspiring interior designers seeking timeless home style.

Ælfred

Wooden Planter

£125
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Ælfred

Erik Kirkegaard Model 48 Armchair

£450

Democratising Design

The mission at Ælfred is to make vintage furniture accessible to everyone. Co-founder Nina Hertig is passionate about the lasting quality and sustainability of Scandinavian design – highlighting that vintage pieces often far surpass new pieces in quality, for the same price point, and offer a truly sustainable alternative to fast furniture. “These products are so well made they’ve lasted for years,” she says, “and they have years more left in them.”

AR-Aelfred-Stong Highback Twoseater Sofa by TP Design

Ælfred

Stong Highback Twoseater Sofa by TP Design

£1,000
A framed painting of yellow tulips in a white vase, with oranges and green apples on a surface in front, and a dark brown jug in the background. The background is painted in blue and green tones.

Ælfred

Still Life Painting of Tulips and Citrus Fruits

£400
B & G Ceramic Set with Custom Box

Ælfred

B & G Ceramic Set with Custom Box

£750
Medium Heiberg Table Light

Ælfred

Medium Heiberg Table Light

£140
Narrow Box Shelves

Ælfred

Narrow Box Shelves

£250
AR-Aelfred-Henning Kjaernulf Oak Dining Table

Ælfred

Henning Kjaernulf Oak Dining Table

£1,200

Craftsmanship and Individuality

Ælfred’s expansive showroom is designed for discovery. Nina believes that vintage Scandinavian pieces – crafted with skill and care from solid, natural materials – offer stability and comfort, qualities increasingly sought in uncertain times. Her philosophy is rooted in the idea of a reciprocal relationship: by loving and caring for these objects, they in turn enrich everyday life with their history, craftsmanship, and individuality.

A small, light-colored loveseat with wooden legs sits against a plain tan wall and brown floor in a minimalist setting.

Ælfred

Mint Sofa

£1,200
Palshus Ceramic Table Lamp

Ælfred

Palshus Ceramic Table Lamp

£375
A wooden table with light-colored legs and a darker tabletop is set against a plain dark gray wall and concrete floor. The table has a simple, mid-century modern design.

Ælfred

Teak and Oak Extending Console Table

£550
A vintage armchair with patterned upholstery and wooden legs sits on a concrete floor against a plain dark grey wall.

Ælfred

Upholstered Armchair

£900
A tall floor lamp with a silver metal base and stem, topped with a cream-colored fabric lampshade, stands against a plain beige wall on a matching beige floor. A black electrical cord trails from the base.

Ælfred

Anna Chrome and Canvas Floor Light

£680
Industrial Oak and Metal Stools

Ælfred

Industrial Oak and Metal Stools

£110