Scandinavian Modern Lighting
SCANDINAVIAN MODERN STYLE
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
- Scandinavian design and Nordic design originated primarily in Denmark, Sweden, Finland, Iceland and Norway
- Introduced in the United States in mid-20th century
- Informed by the Bauhaus; 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.
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Style: Scandinavian Modern
Iconic Gunnel Nyman Domus Academica Floor Lamp in Perforated Brass, Idman 1947
By Gunnel Nyman, Idman Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
Due to the rarity and significance of this piece we have chosen to leave it in original condition and avoid any modifications or replacement parts, only the brass has been polished ...
Category
1940s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
Large Søholm Tall Blue Stoneware Lamp - Two Items
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Large classic Danish Mid-Century Modern handmade stoneware floor or table lamp by Danish designer Einar Johansen for Soholm Pottery. Two items available. Beautiful shiny glaze with d...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware, Pottery
Ceiling Lamp in Copper and Nickel Plated Steel by Poul Henningsen, 1920's
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Ceiling Lamp in Copper and Nickel Plated Steel by Poul Henningsen, 1920's
Additional Information:
Material: Copper, nickel plated steel
Style: Mid century, Scandinavian
Rare ceiling...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Copper, Steel
Pine Wood Chandelier by Jan Wickelgren for Aneta, Sweden, 1970s
By Aneta
Located in Værløse, DK
Light White Stained Pine Wood Chandelier with Original Shades designed by Jan Wickelgren for Aneta in the 1970s. A cosy piece of lightning for an exquisite home.
* Light-white st...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Pine
Set of 2 Brass Wall or Table Lamps
Located in München, DE
Charming brass table lamps from the 1950s.
Particularly beautiful design and an enrichment for every home.
Can also be used flexibly as wall lamps, for example in the bedroom.
A wond...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Set of Swedish Pine Wood Sconces by Solbackens Svarveri, Sweden, 1970s
Located in Værløse, DK
Set of Swedish Modern Pine Wood Sconces made by Solbackens Svarveri in the 1970s. A Scandinavian touch for a beautiful home.
* Pair (2) of pine wood night lamps / sconces with beige...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Pine
Swedish Designer, Pendant Light, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and off-white opaline glass pendant light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
The brass stem, socket and canopy presents with moderate oxidation.
Overall Dimensions ...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Ture Berglund Green Glass Table Lamp, Skansens Glasbruk Stockholm, Sweden, 1940s
Located in The Hague, NL
This rare table lamp was designed by Ture Berglund in the 1940s and produced by Skansens Glasbruk in Stockholm, Sweden.
The design features a baluster-shaped base in mouth-blown gre...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Fabric, Blown Glass
Hans-Agne Jakobsson Verdigris Patinated 'Mini-Tratten' Outdoor Pendant
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans-Agne Jakobsson Verdigris Patinated 'Mini-Tratten' Outdoor Pendant
An exclusive made for U.S. and UL listed authorized re-edition of the classic Swedish design from Jakobsson, E...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Large Sisal and Teak Pendant Lamp by Temde
Located in München, DE
Exceptionally beautiful and very large pendant lamp from the 1960s.
The design was very unusual.
The shape and the materials create a warm and very pleasant light.
Condition:
Very ...
Category
1960s German Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Raffia, Plastic, Teak
Set of Dark Stained Wall Lamps by Jan Wickelgren for Aneta, Sweden, 1970s
By Aneta
Located in Værløse, DK
Set of Dark Stained Pine wood Wall Lamps designed by Jan Wickelgren for Aneta in the 1970s. A fine Scandinavian duo.
* Pair (2) of wall lamps in dark stained pine wood with beige f...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Pine
Swedish Designer, Floor Lamp, Oak, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
An oak, brass and off-white fabric floor lamp or lamp table designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 58.25“ H x 19.75” W x 29” D
Dimension...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Sisal and Walnut Pendant Lamp by Temde
Located in München, DE
Exceptionally beautiful and large pendant lamp from the 1960s.
The design is very unusual.
The shape and materials create a warm and very pleasant light.
Condition:
Very good vinta...
Category
1960s German Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Raffia, Plastic, Walnut
A pair of ceiling lamp by Paavo Tynell model K2-20
By Idman Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Long Island City, NY
A pair of ceiling lamps model "K2-20", designed by Paavo Tynell for Idman Oy, Finland, circa 1950th. Custom version with brass stem and wire decor. Perforated polished brass and fros...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Konsthantverk Stoby Oxide D30 Opal Glass Ceiling Lamp
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Ceiling lamp model Stoby designed by Konsthantverk and manufactured by themselves.
A true Art Nouveau classic in white matte opal glass and oxidized brass.
Comes in a number of diff...
Category
2010s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Ceiling Lamp Bubblan by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, Sweden 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Midcentury hanging glass ceiling lamp Bubblan " the Bubble" by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors Glass 1965, Sweden 1950s. Model RD 2177/117. Round shaped design lamp with a calming light ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Very Large Paavo Tynell for Idman Monumental Chandelier in Brass Opal Glass
By Paavo Tynell, Idman
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Paavo Tynell for Idman, grand chandelier, lacquered steel, opal glass, brass, Finland, 1963
This substantial chandelier, measuring 155 cm/61.02 in. in width, is designed by the accl...
Category
1960s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass, Steel
A Pair of Paavo Tynell Starry Sky Ceiling Lamps 9068, In Yellow & White, Idman
By Idman, Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
The Starry Sky is one of the most iconic designs of Paavo Tynell's lamps. It was made by both Taito and Idman in many different sizes. The way the light filters through the grill and...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Ceiling Lamp Bubblan by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, Sweden 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Midcentury hanging glass ceiling lamp Bubblan " the Bubble" by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors Glass 1965, Sweden 1950s. Model RD 2177/117. Round shaped design lamp with a calming light ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Set of Dark Stained Wall Lamps by Jan Wickelgren for Aneta, Sweden, 1970s
By Aneta
Located in Værløse, DK
Set of Dark Stained Pine wood Wall Lamps with the Original Shades designed by Jan Wickelgren for Aneta in the 1970s. A fine Scandinavian duo.
* Pair (2) of wall lamps in dark stain...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Wood, Pine, Fabric
Danish Art Glass Wall Sconces 'Clouds' by Holmegaard, 1980s, Set of 2
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Bend circular wall sconces made from thick hand blown white blister glass. Made/designed at Holmegaard in Denmark during the 1980s for the Danish lighting company EL-Lights.
Measur...
Category
1980s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Art Glass
Pair of wall lamps by Yki Nummi. Produced in Finland by Orno, 1950-60s
Located in Hägersten, SE
Pair of wall lamps designed by Yki Nummi. Produced in Finland by Orno during the 1950-60s. Made from red and white acrylic with teak back and brass details. Very good vintage conditi...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Swedish Designer, Floor Lamp, Birch, Nickel, Fabric, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A nickel-plated metal, birch and off-white fabric floor lamp designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1930s.
Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 66.25” H x 20“ W x 27“ D
Bulb Specif...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Nickel
Small Danish Ovoid Table Lamp by Lyskær Belysning, 1980s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A small unusual table light fashioned from gold-chromed metal and featuring an egg shaped white opaline glass shade. It was made by Lyskær Belysning in Denmark during the 1980s. Suit...
Category
1980s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
A pair of Chandeliers by Paavo Tynell
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Long Island City, NY
A pair of Chandeliers Model "9029/5" designed by Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy and destined to the import, engraved "9029/5", "MADE IN FINLAND", "TT" (Import stamp) and "OY. TAITO AB." ...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
1930s Poul Henningsen Five-arm "Bombardment" Chandelier
Located in London, GB
1930s Poul Henningsen Five-arm "Bombardment" Chandelier made by Louis Poulsen in the 1930s. Five-arm Bombardment chandelier with frame of patinated metal, canopy, base and socket hou...
Category
1930s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Art Deco Louis Poulsen "A-lamp" Wall Sconces Patinated Brass, 1930s, Denmark
Located in Odense, DK
Very rare Scandinavian Modern wall sconces model "A-lamp" in solid brass. Manufactured by Louis Poulsen, Denmark in the 1930s. In the style of Poul Henningsen whose famous PH-lamps w...
Category
1930s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Lovely Mid-Century Modern Pendant Light made in Rattan, Glass and Copper , 1960s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Rare and lovely decorative Mid-Century Modern pendant lamp.
Height adjustable from about 35cm to 95cm.
Executed in rattan, opaline glass and copper. The pendant lamp comes with 1 ...
Category
1960s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Copper
Swedish Designer, Wall Light, Bronze, Fabric, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A bronze and floral-printed fabric wall light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1930s.
Overall Dimensions (Inches): 20.1” H x 7” W x 5.4“ D
Back Plate Dimensions (Inches): 1” H x...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Bronze
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Mini-Tratten' Verdigris Patinated Outdoor Sconce
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Mini-Tratten' verdigris patinated outdoor sconce. An exclusive made for U.S. and UL listed authorized re-edition of the c...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
1930s Böhlmarks Swedish Ceiling Light in Satin Glass
By Bohlmarks
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Böhlmarks, ceiling light, satin glass, opal glass, Sweden, 1930s
This ceiling lamp, produced by the Swedish lighting manufacturer Böhlmarks in the 1930s, is a striking example of in...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Nickel
Large Ceramic Floor Lamp by Rigmor Nielsen for Søholm, 1960s, Danish Modern
Located in Odense, DK
Stunning hand painted floor lamp from the 1960s by Danish artist Rigmor Nielsen at Søholm ceramics workshop, Bornholm. The floral pattern in shades of brown on this lamp is simply am...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
A Set of Vintage Danish Brass Wall Lamps by Svend Mejlstrøm, 1970s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A pair of fixed wall sconces designed by Svend Mejlstrøm in Denmark during the 1960s and made by MS Belysning during the 1970s. The set is made from polished brass and comes with per...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
"Fringe" Ceiling Lamp by Hans-Agne Jakobson, Sweden, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
“Fringe” ceiling lamp by Hans-Agne Jakobsson, made from brass with drapes white textile chords suspended in layers from shade. Perfect boudoir lighting.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Dark Stained Wall Lamp by Aneta, Sweden, 1970s
By Aneta
Located in Værløse, DK
Dark Stained Pine wood Wall Lamp with the Original Shade made by Aneta in the 1970s.
* Wall lamp in dark stained pine wood with a beige fabric shade.
* Manufacturer: Aneta, Sweden...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Fabric, Pine, Wood
Hans-Agne Jakobsson Verdigris Patinated 'Tratten' Outdoor Pendant
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans-Agne Jakobsson Darkly Patinated 'Tratten' Outdoor Pendant.
An exclusive made for U.S. and UL listed authorized re-edition of the classic Swedish design from Jakobsson, executed...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Original Danish Caprani Floor Lamp, 1970s, Denmark
Located in Værløse, DK
Original Caprani no. 820 floor lamp by Mads Caprani in the 1970s. It is in excellent condition with the original shade and barely any marks. Absolutely best kept we have ever seen. ...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Poul Henningsen 'PH 5' Pendant for Louis Poulsen in Monochrome Pale Blush
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen 'PH 5' Pendant for Louis Poulsen in Monochrome Pale Blush
Poul Henningsen introduced his iconic 'PH 5' pendant light in 1958. Six decades later, the 'PH 5' remains t...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
Midcentury Modern Floor Lamps by Bertil Brisborg, NK, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pair of elegant floor lamps by Bertil Brisborg, made from brass in a towering size. Stems dressed in cognac colored leather.
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Leather
Early Danish Ceiling Lamp Pendant "PH-3 / D.R.P" by Poul Henningsen, 1930s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Very rare and early white / yellow Danish mid century ceiling lamp / pendant in brass and opaline glass by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen produced in Denmark, 1930s. In good origi...
Category
1930s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Fog & Mørup, Scandinavian mid-century modernist table lamp, brass, Denmark 1940s
Located in Forserum, SE
A rare Scandinavian mid-century modernist desk lamp model E6493, produced in Denmark by the renowned manufacturer Fog & Mørup in the 1940s. The model is attributed to Danish architec...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass, Iron
Böhlmarks Attributed Five Arm Brass Chandelier with Pink Shades, Sweden, 1940s
Located in The Hague, NL
This exceptionally rare five-arm chandelier was produced in Sweden in the 1950s and is attributed to Arvid Böhlmarks Lampfabrik.
The design features a five-arm body made of solid br...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Swedish Designer, Table Lamp, Fabric, Metal, Wood, Sweden, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
An embroidery fabric, white lacquered metal and wood table lamp designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1960s.
Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 11.2” H x 6.4“ Diameter
Bulb Spec...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Swedish Designer, Table Lamp, Wood, Brass, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and wood table lamp designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 8.1” H x 4” Diameter
Dimensions of Shade (inches): 3.5” Top Diameter x 8” Bottom...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Set of Dark Stained Pine Wood Wall Lamps by Aneta, Sweden, 1970s
By Aneta
Located in Værløse, DK
A set Dark Stained Swedish Modern Pine wood Wall lamps made by Aneta in the 1970s. A fine Scandinavian duo.
* A pair (2) of wall lamps in dark stained pine wood with white round gl...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Glass, Wood, Pine
Hexagon Shaped Flush Mount Model ES 1901/70, Itsu Oy, 1950s
By Itsu
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Hexagon shaped flush mount model ES 1901/70, manufactured by Itsu Oy, 1950s. Plastic shade with brass details. Good vintage condition, minor patina consistent with age and use.
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Svenskt Tenn Chandelier Produced in Sweden
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Chandelier in brass. Produced by Svenskt Tenn in Sweden.
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Scandinavian Copper Pendant Ultra by Jo Hammerborg for Fog and Morup Denmark
Located in Vienna, AT
The scandinavian Modern Copper Ultra Pendant lamp was designed by Jo Hammerborg for Fog and Mørup in the 1960s in Denmark and is a prominent example of Danish design from the mid-20...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Copper
XL Swedish Modern Brass and Glass Pendants
By ASEA
Located in Karlstad, SE
Pair of rare Swedish Modern pendants in brass and glass, manufactured in Sweden during the 1940s. The globes are crafted using an advanced three-layer glass technique, ensuring optim...
Category
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Large Model K5-27 Flush Mount, Idman Oy, 1950s
By Idman Oy
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Large model K5-27 flush mount, manufactured by Idman Oy, 1950s. Reupholstered with model "Manor" quality fabric by Lauritzon. Brass details. Good vintage condition, minor patina cons...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Sisal and Teak Pendant Lamp by Temde
Located in München, DE
Exceptionally beautiful and very rare pendant lamp from the 1960s.
The design is very unusual.
The shape and materials create a warm and very pleasant light.
Especially beautiful tea...
Category
1960s German Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Teak, Raffia, Plastic
Danish Palshus Large Table Lamp With Brown Glaze and New Shade 1960s Mid Century
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Large mid-century conical shaped table lamp made by Danish Palshus Ceramic.
The lamp was designed by Per Lindemann-Schmidt and made in the 1960s.
It is made with chamotte clay which ...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Stoneware, Fabric
Metal Moon Pendant Lamp
Located in München, DE
Extraordinarily beautiful moon pendant lamp from the 1960s.
Special design with the slats in different green tones.
Rare design object in excellent c...
Category
1960s German Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Swedish Modern Floor Lamp with Malachite Print Paper Shade by Fornasetti, 1950s
Located in The Hague, NL
This striking floor lamp was designed in Sweden in the 1950s.
The design features a three-legged base in black lacquered metal. Mounted on top of the base are two tubular arms, also...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Steel
Optima 7 pendant Design by Hans Due for Fog & Morup Dänemark
By Fog & Mørup, Hans Due
Located in Krefeld, DE
Very nice grey, white & red colored Optima pendant Design by Hans Hans Due in 1970s and manufactured by Fog & Mørup Denmark.
The insides of the lower s...
Category
1980s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Exceptional Swedish Floor Lamp, 1930s
By Bo Notini
Located in Stockholm, SE
Exceptional Swedish Teak Floor Lamp from the 1930s.
This unique Swedish floor lamp from the 1930s masterfully combines sculptural craftsmanship...
Category
1920s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Oak
Set of Swedish Pine Wood Wall Lamps by Aneta, Sweden, 1970s
By Aneta
Located in Værløse, DK
Set of Swedish Modern Pine wood Wall lamps made by Aneta in the 1970s. A fine Scandinavian duo.
* A pair (2) of wall lamps in Pine wood with white round glass shades
* Manufacturer...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Glass, Wood, Pine
Hans-Agne Jakobsson Pendant / Ceiling Lamp ”Carolin” T549 Markaryd Sweden
Located in Stockholm, SE
Wonderful pendant lamp 'Carolin' model T549/3 designed 1963 by Hans-Agne Jakobsson for his own company in Markaryd, Sweden. A brass frame with an original shade newly redressed in a ...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Carrara marble table lamp 2575 by Josef Frank, Svenskt tenn
Located in Hägersten, SE
Table lamp model 2575 designed by Josef Frank. Produced by Firma Svenskt Tenn during the 1950-60s. Made from carrara marble with brass lamp socket and new lamp shade in deep green ch...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Carrara Marble
Swedish designer organic three-armed floor lamp, 1940s
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Floor lamp by anonymous Swedish designer in the middle of the 20th century.
Very rare model.
Unique design with three organic arms. Top one is adjustable.
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Limited-Edition Walnut 19" Pendant
Located in Beaverton, OR
This pendant light combines Mid-Century Modern and Scandinavian design, offering a sleek yet organic look. Crafted from walnut wood veneer, known for its rich grain and dark tones, t...
Category
2010s American Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Other
Scandinavian modern big pendant 'Carolin' by Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Sweden, 1960s
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Large sized pendant 'Carolin" designed by Hans-Agne Jakobsson and produced by Hans-Agne Jakobsson AB, Sweden during the 1960s.
Big shade mounted on a brass pedant with six light sou...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Swedish grace floor lamp by anonymous designer for Bjerkås Armatur, 1940s
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Lovely floor lamp made by unknown designer for Bjerkås Armatur in Sweden during the 1940s.
Made in metal with two sculptural arms. Decorated with floral details.
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
Pair of Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Mini-Tratten' Verdigris Patinated Outdoor Sconces
Located in Glendale, CA
Pair of Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Mini-Tratten' Verdigris patinated outdoor sconces. An exclusive made for U.S. and UL listed authorized re-edition of the classic Swedish design executed ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Pair Swedish Pine Wood Wall Sconces with Wicker Shades, Sweden, 1960s
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
A lovely pair of pine wood wall sconces with beautiful hand-made wicker lampshades from Sweden in the 1960s. Clean lines and design from the Scandinavian Modern period. Both sconces...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Wicker, Wood
Teak and linen umbrella pendant hanging lamp by Domus, 1970s
By Domus
Located in Zaandam, NL
Teak and linen umbrella pendant by Domus, 1970s. This lamp is in great condition considering its age. The linen shade is removable if needed to be washed. This is the large version (...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Linen, Teak
Scandinavian Ceiling Lamp, Brass and Blown Glass. Made in Finland
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Turku, FI
Beautiful Ceiling lamp, manufactured by Hyval, was designed in the 1970s. The brass-framed ceiling lamp consists of five branches, each covered with a surface-decorated glass sphere....
Category
Late 20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Pendant Model 1855, Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy, 1930s
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Pendant model 1855, designed by Paavo Tynell, manufactured by Taito Oy, 1930s. Brass and wood frame with opaline glass shades. The model number is marked on the frame. Good vintage c...
Category
1930s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Swedish Designer, Wall Lights, Brass, Metal, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass and metal wall lights designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (Inches): 7.125” H x 2.4” W x 2.5“ D
Back Plate Dimensions (Inches): 7.125” H x ...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
Poul Henningsen 'PH 5' Pendant for Louis Poulsen in Monochrome Dusty Indigo
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen 'PH 5' Pendant for Louis Poulsen in Monochrome Dusty Indigo
Poul Henningsen introduced his iconic 'PH 5' pendant light in 1958. Six decades later, the 'PH 5' remains...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
Swedish Modern brass table lamp 30331 by Bertil Brisborg, Nordiska Kompaniet, NK
Located in Hägersten, SE
Table lamp model 30331 designed by Bertil Brisborg. Produced in Sweden by Nordiska Kompaniet during the 1940-50s. Made from matte finished brass with solid elm stem. Light switch on ...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Sisal Pendant Lamp from Temde
Located in München, DE
Exceptionally beautiful pendant lamp from the 1960s.
The design is very unusual.
The shape and materials create a warm and very pleasant light.
Condition:
Very good vintage conditi...
Category
1960s German Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Raffia, Plastic, Beech
Finnish Mid Century "5061" Table Lamp in Brass by Paavo Tynell for Taito, 1940s
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Stockholm, SE
Very rare mid century version of the "5061" brass desk / table lamp by Paavo Tynell produced by Taito Oy Finland, 1940s. In good original condition with patina from aging. Stamped un...
Category
1940s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Scandinavian Modern lighting for sale on 1stDibs.
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