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1950s Swedish Seascape Painting
Located in New York, NY
Large 1950s Swedish seascape oil painting.
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20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Paintings

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Canvas

1950s Swedish Seascape Painting
1950s Swedish Seascape Painting
H 37.75 in W 49.5 in D 2.25 in
1950’s Swedish “Paradiset” Dresser
By Josef Frank
Located in Turners Falls, MA
1950’s Swedish three drawer dresser. Dresser later papered in “Paradiset” designed by Josef Frank
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Dressers

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Birch, Paper

1950’s Swedish “Paradiset” Dresser
1950’s Swedish “Paradiset” Dresser
H 29 in W 31.5 in D 16.5 in
vintage armchair 1950s Swedish
Located in Lemmer, NL
vintage armchair 1950s Swedish period 1950s design unknown Sweden condition good light
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

 vintage armchair  1950s  Swedish
 vintage armchair  1950s  Swedish
H 31.11 in W 35.04 in D 31.5 in
vintage sideboard sideboard 1950s Swedish
Located in Lemmer, NL
vintage sideboard sideboard 1950s Swedish period 1950s design unknown Sweden condition good
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Sideboards

Materials

Teak

vintage sideboard  sideboard  1950s  Swedish
vintage sideboard  sideboard  1950s  Swedish
H 31.89 in W 60.63 in D 16.93 in
vintage display cabinet sideboard 1950s Swedish
Located in Lemmer, NL
vintage display cabinet sideboard 1950s Swedish period 1950s design unknown Sweden condition
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Vitrines

Materials

Glass, Wood

vintage display cabinet  sideboard  1950s  Swedish
vintage display cabinet  sideboard  1950s  Swedish
H 51.19 in W 51.19 in D 11.03 in
Vintage 1950s Swedish Ceiling Lamp
By Bergboms
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage 1950s Swedish ceiling lamp possibly by Bergboms, Sweden. Beautiful red colored on the lamp
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Brass

Vintage 1950s Swedish Ceiling Lamp
Vintage 1950s Swedish Ceiling Lamp
H 22 in W 19 in D 19 in
Doris Leslie Blau 1950's Swedish Pile Rug
Located in New York, NY
1950's Swedish Pile Rug Size: 4'5" × 6'10" (134 × 208 cm) Color: Beige, Blue, Orange Origin: Sweden
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

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Wool

Doris Leslie Blau 1950's Swedish Pile Rug
Located in New York, NY
1950's Swedish Pile Rug Size: 5'5" × 8'3" (165 × 251 cm) Color: Beige, Blue, Orange Origin: Sweden
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

Materials

Wool

vintage dining table extendable 1950s Swedish
Located in Lemmer, NL
vintage dining table extendable 1950s Swedish period 1950s design Ab Ivar Ericson Sweden
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Dining Room Tables

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Wood

vintage dining table  extendable  1950s  Swedish
vintage dining table  extendable  1950s  Swedish
H 28.75 in W 54.34 in D 37.41 in
Gunnar Nylund Rörstrand Vase, 1950s, Sweden
By Gunnar Nylund
Located in Farsta, SE
This wonderful vase was created and designed by Gunnar Nylund at the Rörstrand Factory in the 1950s
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Ceramics

Materials

Stoneware

Gunnar Nylund Rörstrand Vase, 1950s, Sweden
Gunnar Nylund Rörstrand Vase, 1950s, Sweden
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H 9.45 in Dm 3.15 in
1950's Swedish Dancing Lady Engraved Glass Vase
By Strombergshyttan
Located in New York, NY
1950's Swedish clear glass vase hand engraved with a dancing lady that gives movement to light
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases

Materials

Crystal

vintage wall cupboard wall unit 1950s Sweden
Located in Lemmer, NL
vintage wall cupboard wall unit 1950s Sweden period 1950s design unknown Sweden condition
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Cabinets

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Wood

vintage wall cupboard  wall unit  1950s  Sweden
vintage wall cupboard  wall unit  1950s  Sweden
H 45.67 in W 59.45 in D 19.3 in
Gösta Jonsson Attributed Lounge Chair, 1950s, Sweden, Pure Alpaca Fabric
By Flemming Lassen, Gösta Jonsson
Located in LEWES, GB
Gösta Jonsson attributed lounge chair, 1950s, Sweden, newly upholstered in a premium, pure Alpaca
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

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Alpaca, Beech

Carl Harry Stålhane for Rörstrand Mid-century Vase 1950s Sweden
By Rörstrand, Carl-Harry Stålhane
Located in Farsta, SE
Carl Harry Stålhane for Rörstrand Midcentury Vase 1950s Sweden The mid-century vase from the 1950s
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Ceramics

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Stoneware

Pair of 1950s Swedish Crystal Orrefors Carl Fagerlund Clear Table Lamps
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in New York, NY
A great pair of 1950s Swedish Mid Century thick, heavy , clear crystal table lamps with polished
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Crystal, Nickel

Exceptional Mid-Century Modern Wicker Lounge Chair or Armchair 1950s Sweden
Located in Munich, DE
and manufactured probably in 1950s, Sweden. The chair is executed in wicker and metal. Good
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Metal

White-Green Glass Dome Shaped Semi-Flush Mount Light, 1950s, Sweden
Located in Hagenbach, DE
White-Green Glass Dome Shaped Semi-Flush Mount Light, 1950s, Sweden This lamp works with 2x E27
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Ikea Vanity 1950s Sweden
By IKEA
Located in Den Haag, NL
Must love this vanity so typical 1950s .Made by Ikea, Möbler. In the 1950s just a small Furniture
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vanities

Materials

Wood

  Ikea  Vanity 1950s Sweden
  Ikea  Vanity 1950s Sweden
H 44.49 in W 37.01 in D 16.54 in
Sheepskin, 1950s Swedish Armchairs
By Jindřich Halabala
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful period 1950s armchairs upholstered in Scandinavian sheepskin. Very minor wear and
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Sheepskin, Wood

Sheepskin, 1950s Swedish Armchairs
Sheepskin, 1950s Swedish Armchairs
H 29.14 in W 28.75 in D 19.69 in
Midcentury Modern ASEA wall lamps "Coquille" 1950s, Sweden
By ASEA
Located in Oirlo, LI
Midcentury Modern ASEA wall lamps "Coquille" 1950s, Sweden These beautiful Midcentury Modern ASEA
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Hollywood Regency Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

Midcentury Modern ASEA wall lamps "Coquille" 1950s, Sweden
Midcentury Modern ASEA wall lamps "Coquille" 1950s, Sweden
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H 8.67 in W 9.85 in D 3.94 in
1950’s Swedish Highback Lounge Chair
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Turners Falls, MA
1950’s Highback Swedish Lounge Chair. Beechwood sculpted arms have simple elegant lines. More
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

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Upholstery, Beech

Mid Century Modern Vintage Golden Loops Wall Mirror Josef Frank 1950s Sweden
By Svenskt Tenn, Josef Frank
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid Century Modern vintage oval wall mirror attributed to Josef Frank for Svenskt Tenn 1950s Sweden
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors

Materials

Metal

1950s Swedish Single Handled Jug by Carl-Harry Stålhane for Rörstrand Factory
By Rörstrand, Carl-Harry Stålhane
Located in London, GB
A beautiful mottled-yellow 1950s Swedish handle-jug designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane for the
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Pottery, Stoneware

Modernist Cherry Brass Side Table Coffee Table Josef Frank, 1950s, Sweden
By Josef Frank
Located in Vienna, AT
attributed to Josef Frank for Svenskt Tenn 1950s Sweden. An absolutely stunning coffee table or side table
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Console Tables

Materials

Brass

1950s Swedish Triangular Three-Tiered Shelf
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A well-crafted triangular shaped three-tiered wall-mounted shelf.
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Shelves

Materials

Walnut

1950s Swedish Triangular Three-Tiered Shelf
1950s Swedish Triangular Three-Tiered Shelf
H 25.5 in W 29.75 in D 3.75 in
Gunnar Nylund Rörstrand Vase 1950s Sweden
By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund
Located in Farsta, SE
Gunnar Nylund (1904-1997) was a renowned Swedish ceramic artist and designer known for his
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Ceramics

Materials

Stoneware

Gunnar Nylund Rörstrand Vase 1950s Sweden
Gunnar Nylund Rörstrand Vase 1950s Sweden
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H 7.09 in Dm 3.94 in
Gunnar Nylund Rörstrand Vase 1950s Sweden
By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund
Located in Farsta, SE
Gunnar Nylund (1904-1997) was a renowned Swedish ceramic artist and designer known for his
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Ceramics

Materials

Stoneware

Gunnar Nylund Rörstrand Vase 1950s Sweden
Gunnar Nylund Rörstrand Vase 1950s Sweden
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H 8.27 in Dm 4.73 in
Gunnar Nylund Rörstrand Vase 1950s Sweden
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in Farsta, SE
Gunnar Nylund (1904-1997) was a renowned Swedish ceramic artist and designer known for his
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Ceramics

Materials

Stoneware

Gunnar Nylund Rörstrand Vase 1950s Sweden
Gunnar Nylund Rörstrand Vase 1950s Sweden
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H 7.09 in Dm 3.94 in
Large Rörstrand Ashtray by Gunnar Nylund, 1950s Swedish Ceramic, Organic Form
By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund
Located in London, GB
Large Rörstrand Ashtray by Gunnar Nylund, 1950s Swedish Ceramic, Organic Form A striking large
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Ashtrays

Materials

Ceramic

Large Rörstrand Ashtray Table by Gunnar Nylund, 1950s Swedish Ceramic, Signed
By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund
Located in London, GB
Large Rörstrand Ashtray Table by Gunnar Nylund, 1950s Swedish Ceramic, Signed A large and
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Ashtrays

Materials

Ceramic

1950’s Swedish Cabinet With Nordens Flora Illustrations
By Josef Frank
Located in Turners Falls, MA
1950’s bowed front Swedish Cabinet later papered with illustrations by C.A. Lindman book Nordens
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20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets

Materials

Mahogany

1950’s Swedish “Samspel” Sofa by Carl Malmsten
By Carl Malmsten
Located in Turners Falls, MA
1950’s “Samspel” Sofa designed by renowned Swedish designer Carl Malmsten. Beautiful organic design
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20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Beech

1950's Swedish Modern Molded teak Serving Tray
By Dansk
Located in San Diego, CA
circa 1950's stamped at the bottom. with raised edge.
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20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Barware

Materials

Teak

1950s, Swedish Brass and Opaline Glass Pendant
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Charming Vintage 1950s brass and opaline glass pendant from Sweden. Engraved milky colored glas
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Arthur Andersson Vase for Wallåkra, 1950s Sweden
By Arthur Anderson, Wallåkra
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A stoneware vase designed by Arthur Andersson for Wallåkra, circa 1950s. Features an exciting black
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vases

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Ceramic

Arthur Andersson Vase for Wallåkra, 1950s Sweden
By Arthur Anderson, Wallåkra
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A stoneware vase designed by Arthur Andersson for Wallåkra, circa 1950s. Features an exciting black
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vases

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Ceramic

Arthur Andersson Vase for Wallåkra, 1950s Sweden
By Wallåkra, Arthur Anderson
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A stoneware vase designed by Arthur Andersson for Wallåkra, circa 1950s. Features an exciting glaze
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Arthur Andersson Vase for Wallåkra, 1950s Sweden
By Wallåkra, Arthur Anderson
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A stoneware vase designed by Arthur Andersson for Wallåkra, circa 1950s. Features an exciting glaze
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage 1950s Swedish Brass Mirror with Sconces
Located in London, London
Oval mirror Brass frame Twist detail on frame Two sconces Sweden 1950s.
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors

Materials

Brass

Table lamp, Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand, 1950's, Sweden
By Gunnar Nylund
Located in Stockholm, SE
1940's and 1950's. Signed and marked Rörstrand. Glazed in brown it creates a mellow cozy light with its
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Stoneware

Gunnar Nylund Rörstrand Floor Vase 1950s Sweden
By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund
Located in Farsta, SE
Large Floor Vase of Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand 1950s. The size and over all condition of this piece
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Ceramics

Materials

Stoneware

Gunnar Nylund Rörstrand Floor Vase 1950s Sweden
Gunnar Nylund Rörstrand Floor Vase 1950s Sweden
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H 17.33 in Dm 7.88 in
Gunnar Nylund Rörstrand Big Vase 1950s Sweden
By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund
Located in Farsta, SE
Gunnar Nylund (1904-1997) was a renowned Swedish ceramic artist and designer known for his
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Ceramics

Materials

Stoneware

Gunnar Nylund Rörstrand Big Vase 1950s Sweden
Gunnar Nylund Rörstrand Big Vase 1950s Sweden
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H 12.8 in Dm 4.53 in
Very tall handblown glass vase c.1950’s Swedish
Located in London, GB
Fabulous tall and heavy handblown glass vase with a grey hue. Swedish c.1950’s
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Glass

Unique Bronze Sculptural Wall Relief Plaque, 1950s, Sweden
By Axel Salto
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A well proportioned sculptural wall relief from Sweden in solid bronze, circa 1950s. Piece depicts
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Bronze

1950s Swedish Brass Framed Lantern with Plexi Rosettes
Located in Hanover, MA
A 1950s lantern pendant from Sweden in tapered round cage form, constructed from brass hoops and
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

1950s Swedish Velvet Samspel Sofa by Carl Malmsten
By Carl Malmsten
Located in London, England
Carl Malmsten 'Samspel' Sofa, circa 1950s First designed in 1956 and produced by AB Record in
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

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Wool, Cotton, Beech

Swedish Modern Teak & Marble Midcentury Floor Lamp, 1950s, Sweden
Located in Biebergemund, Hessen
Elegant midcentury floor lamp made in Sweden. The lamp is made of tapered and hand carved teak wood
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Breccia Marble, Brass

1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Mahogany Coffee Table
Located in Stow on the Wold, GB
A wonderfully stylish and very good quality Swedish coffee Table dating from the 1950s. The top and
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Mahogany

1950s Swedish Floor Lamp with Built in Side Table
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Sweden Designer: Unknown Manufacturer: Unknown Era: 1950s Materials: Teak, metal, glass
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20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Midcentury Floor Vase "AX" by Berit Ternell, 1950s, Sweden
By Vicke Lindstrand, Upsala Ekeby
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
Wonderful floor vase. Produced at Gefle/Upsala Ekeby and designed by Berit Ternell in the 1950s
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vases

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Ceramic

Midcentury Table Lamp "Seaweed" Kosta Vicke Lindstrand, 1950s, Sweden
By Kosta Glasbruk 1, Vicke Lindstrand
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
Wonderful table lamp produced in Sweden at the Kosta factory. Designed by Vicke Lindstrand. This
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Glass

1950s Swedish Kraka Vase by Sven Palmqvist for Orrefors
By Orrefors, Sven Palmquist
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A hand blown 'Kraka' vase in clear and blue glass with an internal lattice pattern. Engraved on underside as depicted.
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases

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Blown Glass

1950s Swedish Mahogany Chest of Drawers by Axel Larsson
By Axel Larsson, Bodafors
Located in Madrid, ES
This mahogany chest of drawers was designed by Axel Larsson in the 1950s for the Swedish furniture
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Mahogany

1950s Swedish Sewing Box / Basket Made Of Solid Elm
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Beautiful and very rare sewing box / basket from the 1950s made in Sweden. This sewing box / basket
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Elm

Midcentury Blue Floor Vase by Vicke Lindstrand, 1950s, Sweden
By Vicke Lindstrand, Upsala Ekeby
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
Wonderful large blue rare floor vase. Produced at Ekeby and designed by Vicke Lindstand in the 1940s. Its streamline shape makes it perfectly adapted to the modern home. Drilled hol...
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Vintage 1940s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vases

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Ceramic

1950s Swedish Apple Glass Vase by Ingeborg Lundin for Orrefors
By Orrefors, Ingeborg Lundin
Located in Sagaponack, NY
Sweden, circa 1950s.
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Glass

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Blown Glass

Scandinavian modern pine coffee table by Carl Malmsten, 1950s, Sweden
By Carl Malmsten
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Rare coffee table in pine designed by Carl Malmsten during the 1950s. Goes perfectly together
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Pine

1950s Swedish Modernist Wall Lights by Upsala Armaturfabrik- a Pair
By Uppsala Armaturfabrik
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A pair of wall lights or sconces produced in Sweden circa 1950s. Features a red cone shade with
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Metal

Midcentury Moder Pair of ASEA Wall Lights, "Coquille", 1950s, Sweden
By ASEA
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
This pair of wall lights in brass and glass were produced by ASEA, Sweden, 1950s. The glass made to
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

Einar Bäckström Model "7402" Brass and Leather Floor Lamp, 1950s Sweden
By Einar Backstrom
Located in Balen, BE
-century Swedish design, crafted circa 1950s. Known for his distinctive blend of refined craftsmanship and
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

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Brass

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1950s Swedish For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic 1950s Swedish available at 1stDibs. A 1950s Swedish — often made from metal, wood and brass — can elevate any home. Find 15282 options for an antique or vintage 1950s Swedish now, or shop our selection of 54 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Your living room may not be complete without a 1950s Swedish — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A 1950s Swedish, designed in the Scandinavian Modern, mid-century modern or Art Deco style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Many designers have produced at least one well-made 1950s Swedish over the years, but those crafted by Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund and Hans-Agne Jakobsson are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a 1950s Swedish?

Prices for a 1950s Swedish start at $1 and top out at $650,000 with the average selling for $2,200.
Questions About 1950s Swedish
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023
    Yes, Orrefors is Swedish. The glassworks produces its luxury crystalware at a factory in a village called Orrefors, located in Småland, Sweden. It has operated there since 1898. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Orrefors crystal pieces from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Swedish crystal is crystal made in Sweden. It is renowned for its quality, and most is made in a region of Sweden known as Glasriket, or the Kingdom of Crystal. On 1stDibs, find an array of Swedish crystal pieces from top sellers around the world.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Swedish stoves are designed with similar properties to cast iron stoves, however they’re usually made of tile and found in older houses and apartment blocks in Sweden. Interior designers often seek them out for their beautiful and unique stylings. Shop vintage Swedish stoves and tile stoves from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024
    IKEA is a Swedish company. A Swedish businessman named Ingvar Kamprad founded IKEA in Älmhult, Sweden, in 1943, and the furniture maker has become synonymous with Swedish modern design. Shop an assortment of IKEA furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024
    Yes, IKEA is a Swedish company. The multinational manufacturer was established in Älmhult, Sweden, in 1943, and it is known for producing furniture that reflects the characteristics of Swedish modern design. However, IKEA is headquartered in the Netherlands. Find a selection of IKEA furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    A Swedish Mora clock is a floor clock with a distinctive curvy shape inspired by a figure eight. The clocks originated from Mora, a village in Sweden, during the 18th century. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Mora clocks.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The Dala horse, also known as the Dalecarlian horse, originated in Sweden. A Dala horse is a traditional carved wooden horse statue that is painted bright red. It has become a symbol for Sweden. Shop a range of authentic Dala horse collectibles on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024
    The most famous Swedish furniture company is arguably IKEA. Founded in 1943, the company has grown to become one of the largest furniture manufacturers in the world. The brand has more than 450 stores located in more than 60 countries. Shop a range of IKEA furniture from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Danish and Swedish design share many tenets, including an emphasis on simplicity and functionality. Danish furniture generally expresses these ideas through new industrial technologies, while Swedish products are minimalist and stress clean lines.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes. While the gem has always been a mainstay in jewelry, there was a boom in demand for pearl pieces in the 1950s. The style at the time was black-and-white-chic, and pearls were an excellent accompaniment to pieces like the classic little black dress. Shop a collection of expertly vetted pearl jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
    1950s furniture is called vintage furniture. Some pieces produced during this period may be considered mid-century modern based on their characteristics. Mid-century modern design refers to the variety of modernism that rose to prominence in the 1940s and ’50s. It displays many of the characteristics of the earlier versions of modernism, including simple forms and a focus on functionality. Other traits common in mid-century modern furniture include unadorned silhouettes, clean lines and mixed materials, emphasizing wood, wool, steel and plastic. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of 1950s furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023
    Some popular watches for men during the 1950s were the Rolex Submariner, the Enicar Sherpa Dive, the Breitling Navitimer, Omega, Constellation and the Rolex GMT-Master. Rolex, Timex, Orvin, Tower and Elgin were among the top watchmakers for women during the decade. On 1stDibs, find a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024
    The clothing style in the 1950s was well tailored and classic. For women, dresses with padded busts, cinched waists and hips, and full circle skirts were popular, and the collared button-up shirt dress came into fashion during the decade. Men tended to wear suits in neutral gray, dark blue and brown colors made out of easy-to-care-for synthetic fabrics. Straight-cut double-breasted blazers were commonly worn for casual occasions. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of vintage clothing from the 1950s.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 7, 2024
    The name of the famous Swedish furniture store is IKEA. Ingvar Kamprad launched IKEA in 1943, and originally, it was strictly a mail-order furniture company. IKEA's first store opened in 1948 in Älmhult, Småland. Today, there are more than 450 stores located around the world. Shop a diverse assortment of vintage IKEA furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023
    In the 1950s, several diamond cuts were popular. They included the brilliant round cut, the Asscher cut, the emerald cut and the marquise cut. Rings that featured a large central stone flanked by smaller baguettes were also trendy during the decade. Find a collection of vintage diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
    The best-known 1950s furniture style is called mid-century modern. Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three phrases that describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style emerged primarily in the years following World War II through creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Mid-century modern designers combined natural and human-made materials, such as teak, rosewood and oak woods as well as steel, fiberglass and molded plywood. Some well-known mid-century modern designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia, Isamu Noguchi and George Nelson. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of mid-century modern furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023
    There were a few popular diamond cuts in the 1950s. One was the brilliant round cut, which is still common today due to its simple shape and prominent sparkle. Other favorite cuts of the decade included the Asscher cut, the emerald cut and the marquise cut. On 1stDibs, explore a large selection of engagement rings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023
    In the 1950s, a Chanel bag was priced between $200 and $300. The iconic Chanel 2.55 bag cost $220 when first introduced in February 1955. Accounting for inflation, that works out to around $2,536 in today's money. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of Chanel bags from some of the world's top boutiques.