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Scandinavian Outdoor Ceiling Light, Norway, 1960s
Located in Oslo, NO
Decorative ceiling light with a wonderful glass shade in blown glass on a steel wireframe. Most likely designed and made in Norway from the second half of the 1960s. The lamp is full...
Category
Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Outdoor Scandinavian Wall Light in Copper, 1960s
Located in Oslo, NO
Wonderful and decorative wall light in patinated copper and glass. Designed and made in Norway from circa the 1970s first half. The lamp is fully working and in good vintage conditio...
Category
Vintage 1970s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Copper
Scandinavian Outdoor Wall Light in Copper, 1970s
Located in Oslo, NO
Wonderful wall light in patinated copper with shade in embossed glass. Designed and made in Sweden from the 1970s first half. The lamp is fully working and in good vintage condition....
Category
Vintage 1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Copper
Scandinavian Outdoor Wall Light in Copper, 1970s
Located in Oslo, NO
Wonderful wall light in patinated copper with shade in frosted glass. Designed and made in Scandinavia from the 1970s first half. The lamp is fully working and in good vintage condit...
Category
Vintage 1970s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Copper
Scandinavian Outdoor Wall Light in, Norway, 1960s
Located in Oslo, NO
Wonderful and decorative wall light in painted metal with shade in blown glass. Designed and made in Norway from circa 1960s first half. The lamp is fully working and in good vintage...
Category
Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Outdoor Scandinavian Wall Light in Copper, Norway, 1970s
Located in Oslo, NO
Wonderful, decorative, and rare wall light in copper, metal, and glass. Designed and made in Norway from circa 1970s second half. The lamp is fully working and in very good vintage c...
Category
Vintage 1970s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal, Copper
Large Pair of Scandinavian Outdoor Wall Lights, Norway, 1960s
Located in Oslo, NO
Pair of modernist outdoor wall lamps in patinated copper and glass. Designed and made in Norway
Category
Vintage 1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal, Copper
Pair of Scandinavian Outdoor Wall Lights in Copper, 1970s
Located in Oslo, NO
Wonderful and rare pair of outdoor wall lamps in copper, glass, and plexiglass. Designed and made
Category
Vintage 1970s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Copper
1950s Large Scandinavian Outdoor Wall Light in Patinated Copper and Amber Glass
Located in Glendale, CA
1950s large Scandinavian outdoor wall light in patinated copper and amber glass. Designer unknown
Category
Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Copper
H 18.5 in W 8 in D 14.5 in
Large Outdoor Scandinavian Wall Light in Copper, Norway, 1970s
Located in Oslo, NO
Wonderful and decorative wall light in copper with shade in glass. Designed and made in Norway from circa 1970s second half. The lamp is fully working and in good vintage condition. ...
Category
Vintage 1970s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Copper
Scandinavian Brass Lantern Candle Holders
Located in London, GB
Set of three brass lantern candle holders with tinted glass diffusers, Scandinavian Modern 1960's
Category
Vintage 1960s European Scandinavian Modern Lanterns
Materials
Brass
Louis Poulsen 'Toldbod' Outdoor Bollard in Black
By Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Louis Poulsen 'Toldbod' Outdoor Bollard in Black. The Toldbod 6.1" wall was launched in 2006, with
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Aluminum
Large LUhans Indoor Outdoor Sconce
By Lumfardo Luminaires
Located in Los Angeles, CA
-lacquered copper indoor outdoor sconce is inspired by Scandinavian mid-century design. Wired with a single
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights a...
Materials
Copper
Zinc Outdoor Sconces '21st Century'
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Handsome Zinc Outdoor Sconce in a Classic Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian design. Crafted from zinc
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights a...
Materials
Steel, Zinc
LUhans Indoor Outdoor Sconce 'Pat Cop'
By Lumfardo Luminaires
Located in Los Angeles, CA
indoor outdoor sconce is inspired by Scandinavian mid-century design. Wired with a single E26 socket for
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights a...
Materials
Copper
Louis Poulsen 'Nyhavn' White Outdoor Wall Sconce
By Louis Poulsen, Ole V. Kjaer, Alfred Homann
Located in Glendale, CA
Louis Poulsen 'Nyhavn' white outdoor wall sconce. Designed by Alfred Homann and Ole V. Kjær in 1976
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and...
Materials
Aluminum, Copper
Louis Poulsen 'Nyhavn' Copper Outdoor Wall Sconce
By Alfred Homann, Ole V. Kjaer, Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Louis Poulsen 'Nyhavn' copper outdoor wall sconce. Designed by Alfred Homann and Ole V. Kjær in
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and...
Materials
Aluminum, Copper
Poul Henningsen PH 3-2 1/2 Outdoor Bollard for Louis Poulsen
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen PH 3-2 1/2 outdoor bollard for Louis Poulsen. Based on Poul Henningsen's
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Stainless Steel
Swedish Modern Outdoor Wall Lamps by ASEA
By ASEA
Located in Karlstad, SE
Large wall lamps by ASEA, 1960s.
These lamps feature a large frosted opaline glass shade, resting on a frame of iron.
Condition: Good condition, the frames have been re-laquered at ...
Category
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Iron
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Tratten' Outdoor Sconce in Steel
By Örsjö Industri AB, Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in Glendale, CA
that is quintessentially Scandinavian, ideal for indoor or outdoor use.
Price is per item. Several
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights an...
Materials
Steel
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Tratten' Outdoor Sconce in Black
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Örsjö Industri AB
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Tratten' outdoor sconce in black. An exclusive made for U.S. and UL listed
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights an...
Materials
Metal
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Tratten' Darkly Patinated Outdoor Sconce
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Örsjö Industri AB
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Tratten' darkly patinated outdoor sconce. An exclusive made for U.S. and UL
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights an...
Materials
Metal
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Tratten' Verdigris Patinated Outdoor Sconce
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Örsjö Industri AB
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Tratten' verdigris patinated outdoor sconce. An exclusive made for U.S. and UL
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights an...
Materials
Metal
A Pair of Sizeable Paavo Tynell Outdoor/Indoor Industrial style lamps for Idman
By Paavo Tynell, Idman
Located in Helsinki, FI
A pair of sizable industrial style Paavo Tynell outdoor / indoor lamps. These lamps model 2421-2453
Category
Vintage 1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
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H 13.39 in Dm 15.36 in
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Tratten' Raw Copper Outdoor Sconce
By Örsjö Industri AB, Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Tratten' raw copper outdoor sconce. An exclusive made for U.S. and UL listed
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights an...
Materials
Metal, Copper
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Tratten' Outdoor Sconce in White
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Örsjö Industri AB
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Tratten' outdoor sconce in white.
An exclusive made for U.S. and UL listed
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights an...
Materials
Brass, Metal
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Tratten' Raw Brass Outdoor Sconce
By Örsjö Industri AB, Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Tratten' raw brass outdoor sconce. An exclusive made for U.S. and UL listed
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights an...
Materials
Metal, Brass
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Mini-Tratten' Raw Brass Outdoor Sconce
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Örsjö Industri AB
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Mini-Tratten' raw brass outdoor sconce. An exclusive made for U.S. and UL
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights an...
Materials
Brass
Louis Poulsen 'Toldbod' Outdoor Wall Light in Black
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Louis Poulsen 'Toldbod' outdoor wall light in black. The Toldbod 6.1" wall was launched in 2006
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and...
Materials
Aluminum
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Mini-Tratten' Darkly Patinated Outdoor Sconce
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Örsjö Industri AB
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Mini-Tratten' darkly patinated outdoor sconce. An exclusive made for U.S. and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights an...
Materials
Metal
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Mini-Tratten' Raw Copper Outdoor Sconce
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Örsjö Industri AB
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Mini-Tratten' raw copper outdoor sconce. An exclusive made for U.S. and UL
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights an...
Materials
Copper
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Mini-Tratten' Verdigris Patinated Outdoor Sconce
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Örsjö Industri AB
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Mini-Tratten' verdigris patinated outdoor sconce. An exclusive made for U.S
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights an...
Materials
Metal
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Mini-Tratten' Outdoor Sconce in White
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Örsjö Industri AB
Located in Glendale, CA
quintessentially Scandinavian. Designed for indoor or outdoor use.
Price is per item. Several lamps in-stock. Out
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights an...
Materials
Metal, Brass
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Mini-Tratten' Polished Nickel Outdoor Sconce
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Örsjö Industri AB
Located in Glendale, CA
incredibly refined design that is quintessentially Scandinavian. Designed for indoor or outdoor use.
Price
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights an...
Materials
Metal, Nickel
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Mini-Tratten' Outdoor Sconce in Black
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Örsjö Industri AB
Located in Glendale, CA
quintessentially Scandinavian. Designed for indoor or outdoor use.
Price is per item. Several lamps in-stock. Out
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights an...
Materials
Metal, Brass
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Tratten' Dark Brown Patinated Outdoor Sconce
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Örsjö Industri AB
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Tratten' dark brown patinated outdoor sconce. An exclusive made for U.S. and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights an...
Materials
Metal
Six Danish Outdoor Wall Lamps of Copper and Glass
By Nordlux
Located in Madrid, ES
Six outdoor wall lamps of copper with glass inner shade. Danish design, attributed to Nordlux. The
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Copper
Hans-Agne Jakobsson C627/110 'Rulle' Outdoor Sconce in White
By Örsjö Industri AB, Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in Glendale, CA
that is quintessentially Scandinavian. Suitable for indoor or outdoor use.
Price is per item
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights an...
Materials
Metal
Danish Outdoor Table Lamp in Lacquered Metal 50s Style Poul Hennigsen
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Lyon, FR
Scandinavian Industrial style outdoor table or small floor lamp in the style of Poul Hennigsen's
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Industrial Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Hans-Agne Jakobsson C627/110 'Rulle' Outdoor Sconce in Black
By Örsjö Industri AB, Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in Glendale, CA
that is quintessentially Scandinavian. Suitable for both indoor or outdoor use.
Price is per item
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights an...
Materials
Metal
Hans-Agne Jakobsson C627/110 'Rulle' Brown Patinated Outdoor Sconce
By Örsjö Industri AB, Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in Glendale, CA
quintessentially Scandinavian. Suitable for both indoor or outdoor use.
Price is per item. Available in unlimited
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights an...
Materials
Metal
Hans-Agne Jakobsson C627/110 'Rulle' Verdigris Patinated Outdoor Sconce
By Örsjö Industri AB, Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in Glendale, CA
quintessentially Scandinavian. Suitable for both indoor or outdoor use.
Price is per item. Available in unlimited
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights an...
Materials
Metal
Pair of Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Tratten' Outdoor Sconces in Steel
By Örsjö Industri AB, Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in Glendale, CA
design that is quintessentially Scandinavian, ideal for indoor or outdoor use.
Hans-Agne Jakobsson was a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights an...
Materials
Steel
Jonas Bohlin 'Oxid' Raw Copper Outdoor Wall Light for Örsjö
By Jonas Bohlin, Örsjö Industri AB
Located in Glendale, CA
quintessentially Scandinavian. For indoor or outdoor use.
Price is per item. Several lamps in-stock. Out of stock
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights an...
Materials
Copper
Jonas Bohlin 'Oxid' Raw Brass Outdoor Wall Light for Örsjö
By Jonas Bohlin, Örsjö Industri AB
Located in Glendale, CA
quintessentially Scandinavian. For indoor or outdoor use.
Price is per item. Several lamps in-stock. Out of stock
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights an...
Materials
Brass
Paavo Tynell Outdoor Copper Lamp Model 2424 for Idman, 1950s
By Idman Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
A large Paavo Tynell outdoor lamp in copper and white opal glass. Except for the electric wirings
Category
Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Copper
Louis Poulsen 'Toldbod' Outdoor Wall Light in Natural Aluminum
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Louis Poulsen 'Toldbod' outdoor wall light in natural aluminum. The Toldbod 6.1" Wall was launched
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and...
Materials
Aluminum
Jonas Bohlin 'Oxid' Darkly Patinated Outdoor Wall Light for Örsjö
By Örsjö Industri AB, Jonas Bohlin
Located in Glendale, CA
quintessentially Scandinavian. For indoor or outdoor use.
Price is per item. Several lamps in-stock. Out of stock
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights an...
Materials
Metal
Jonas Bohlin 'Oxid' Verdigris Patinated Outdoor Wall Light for Örsjö
By Örsjö Industri AB, Jonas Bohlin
Located in Glendale, CA
quintessentially Scandinavian. For indoor or outdoor use.
Price is per item. Several lamps in-stock. Out of stock
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights an...
Materials
Metal
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Mini-Tratten' Dark Brown Patinated Outdoor Sconce
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Örsjö Industri AB
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Mini-Tratten' dark brown patinated outdoor sconce. An exclusive made for U.S
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights an...
Materials
Metal
Scandinavian Pinewood & opal glass chandelier by Jan Wickelgren & Aneta Sweden
By Aneta
Located in STRASBOURG, FR
Contract and ISKU Lekolar. Jan is also working with outdoor environment."
Category
Vintage 1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
H 28.35 in Dm 25.99 in
Large Outdoor Wall Lamp by Gunnar Asplund for ASEA
By Erik Gunnar Asplund, ASEA
Located in Karlstad, SE
Outdoor wall lamp by Gunnar Asplund for ASEA, 1940s. This lamp features a very large clear glass
Category
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Pair of Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Tratten' Darkly Patinated Outdoor Sconces
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Örsjö Industri AB
Located in Glendale, CA
Pair of Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Tratten' darkly patinated outdoor sconces. An exclusive made for U.S
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights an...
Materials
Metal
Swedish Outdoor Wall Lamps in Copper by Hans-Agne Jakobsson
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in Karlstad, SE
These stunning outdoor wall lamps by Hans-Agne Jakobsson are a rare find for fans of mid-century
Category
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Copper
Pair of Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Tratten' Outdoor Sconces in White
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Örsjö Industri AB
Located in Glendale, CA
Pair of Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Tratten' outdoor sconces in white. An exclusive made for U.S. and UL
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights an...
Materials
Metal
Pair of Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Tratten' Outdoor Sconces in Black
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Örsjö Industri AB
Located in Glendale, CA
Pair of Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Tratten' outdoor sconces in black.
An exclusive made for U.S. + UL
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21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights an...
Materials
Metal
Pair of Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Tratten' Verdigris Patinated Outdoor Sconces
By Örsjö Industri AB, Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in Glendale, CA
Pair of Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Tratten' verdigris patinated outdoor sconces. An exclusive made for
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21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights an...
Materials
Metal
H 8.6 in W 9.4 in D 12.6 in
Large Hans-Agne Jakobsson C 627 'Rulle' Raw Brass Outdoor Sconce
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Örsjö Industri AB
Located in Glendale, CA
Large Hans-Agne Jakobsson C 627 'Rulle' raw brass outdoor sconce. An exclusive made for U.S. and UL
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights an...
Materials
Brass
Hans-Agne Jakobsson C 627/110 'Rulle' Raw Copper Outdoor Sconce
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Örsjö Industri AB
Located in Glendale, CA
Scandinavian. Suitable for both indoor or outdoor use.
Price is per item. Several lamps in-stock. Out of stock
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights an...
Materials
Copper
Pair of Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Tratten' Raw Copper Outdoor Sconces
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Örsjö Industri AB
Located in Glendale, CA
Pair of Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Tratten' raw copper outdoor sconces. An exclusive made for U.S. and UL
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights an...
Materials
Metal, Copper
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Scandinavian Outdoor Lighting For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal piece of Scandinavian outdoor lighting for your home. Was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, copper and glass. There are 67 variations of the antique or vintage item from our selection of Scandinavian outdoor lighting you’re looking for, while we also have 38 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for newer or older items, there are earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Each choice in our collection of Scandinavian outdoor lighting bearing Scandinavian Modern or Mid-Century Modern hallmarks is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made object in our assortment of Scandinavian outdoor lighting over the years, but those crafted by Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Örsjö Industri AB and Louis Poulsen are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a Scandinavian Outdoor Lighting?
Prices for a piece of Scandinavian outdoor lighting start at $648 and top out at $5,600 with the average selling for $2,000.
A Close Look at Scandinavian Modern Furniture
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
- Emerged in the 1930s
- Originated primarily in Denmark, Sweden and Finland
- Introduced in the United States in mid-20th century
- Informed by the Bauhaus and modernism; influenced American mid-century modernism
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
- Alvar Aalto
- Hans Wegner
- Kaare Klint
- Arne Jacobsen
- Greta Magnusson Grossman
- Finn Juhl
- Arne Vodder
- Verner Panton
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.
Finding the Right Lighting for You
The right table lamp, outwardly sculptural chandelier or understated wall pendant can work wonders for your home. While we’re indebted to thinkers like Thomas Edison for critically important advancements in lighting and electricity, we’re still finding new ways to customize illumination to fit our personal spaces all these years later. A wide range of antique and vintage lighting can be found on 1stDibs.
Today, lighting designers like the self-taught Bec Brittain have used the flexible structure of LEDs to craft glamorous solutions by working with what is typically considered a harsh lighting source. By integrating glass and mirrors, reflection can be used to soften the glow from LEDs and warmly welcome light into any space.
Although contemporary innovators continue to impress, some of the classics can’t be beat.
Just as gazing at the stars allows you to glimpse the universe’s past, vintage chandeliers like those designed by Gino Sarfatti and J. & L. Lobmeyr, for example, put on a similarly stunning show, each with a rich story to tell.
As dazzling as it is, the Arco lamp, on the other hand, prioritizes functionality — it’s wholly mobile, no drilling required. Designed in 1962 by architect-product designers Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, the piece takes the traditional form of a streetlamp and creates an elegant, arching floor fixture for at-home use.
There is no shortage of modernist lighting similarly prized by collectors and casual enthusiasts alike — there are Art Deco table lamps created in a universally appreciated style, the Tripod floor lamp by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Greta Magnusson Grossman's sleek and minimalist Grasshopper lamps and, of course, the wealth of mid-century experimental lighting that emerged from Italian artisans at Arredoluce, FLOS and many more are hallmarks in illumination innovation.
With decades of design evolution behind it, home lighting is no longer just practical. Crystalline shaping by designers like Gabriel Scott turns every lighting apparatus into a luxury accessory. A new installation doesn’t merely showcase a space; carefully chosen ceiling lights, table lamps and floor lamps can create a mood, spotlight a favorite piece or highlight your unique personality.
The sparkle that your space has been missing is waiting for you amid the growing collection of antique, vintage and contemporary lighting for sale on 1stDibs.
Questions About Scandinavian Outdoor Lighting
- What are outdoor lights called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Outdoor lights can also be called landscape lights or sconces. Outdoor lights come in all shapes and sizes and are a great way to highlight your home’s architectural features or shrubbery. You’ll find a variety of outdoor lighting from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021The best outdoor light is a matter of preference, depending on the requirement and area to be covered. When shopping for outdoor lighting solutions for your home, think about durability — buy fixtures that will last — and consider eco-friendly options. Good outdoor lighting will increase your property value, offer a sense of security, and best of all, encourage you and your family to enjoy and make use of your outdoor space. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary outdoor lighting from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- What is the best outdoor light?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021The best outdoor light is a matter of preference, depending on the requirement and area to be covered. There are spotlights, flood lights, up/downlights, step lights, garden lights, bollard lights, string lights and much more. On 1stDibs, you can find a large range of outdoor lighting options for all your illumination needs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021The best type of outdoor lighting is really a matter of preference. When considering the best outdoor lights for your space, opt for a waterproof model with a material that can withstand the elements. Shop beautiful exterior lighting on 1stDibs.
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