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
Swedish Bell-Shaped Perforated Wall Lamp No. 6972 in Brass from Boréns in Borås
Located in Örebro, SE
This is the Swedish wall lamp no. 6972 from Boréns Aktiebolag in Borås.
It comes in a bell-shaped shade with a perforated pattern. In the dark, the light that shines out of the tiny...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
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
Scandinavian mid-century chandelier, cone shaped shades, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Forserum, SE
A beautiful Scandinavian mid-century chandelier, crafted from brass with teak details and featuring five sculptural, cone-shaped shades made of opal glass. The fixture is suspended f...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Elhå Belysning, Pendant Light, Metal, Parchment Paper, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A beige-lacquered metal and brown parchment paper "Liberty" pendant light attributed Elhå Belysning, Sweden, c. 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 37.625"H x 15.0"W x 15.0"D
Stem ...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Swedish Designer, Pendant Light, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and white fabric pendant light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 14.5"H x 21.0"W x 21.0"D
Stem Length (inches): 8.5"
Chain/rod can be...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Lamp Gustaf Table Lamps, Pine, Fabric, Sweden
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Vintage art deco style table lamps manufactured by Lamp Gustaf AB in Sweden in the 1980s.
Solid circular matte brown treated pine wood base with black lacquered metal swan neck. Orig...
Category
Late 20th Century Swedish 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
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
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
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
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, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and off-white fabric floor lamp designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 62.0"H x 22.0"W x 22.0"D
Bulb Specifications: E-26 (Stand...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
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
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
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
Hans Bergström, Ateljé Lyktan, modernist chandelier model 115, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Forserum, SE
A beautiful chandelier, model 115, designed by renowned Swedish lighting architect Hans Bergström and produced by Ateljé Lyktan in the 1940s. Crafted from a stained wooden frame supp...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
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
Solbackens Svarveri Dark Stained Wall Lights, 1970s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Pair of lacquered pine wood wall lights produced by Solbackens Svarveri in Sweden in the 1970s. Warm dark brown wooden lamps with original sand beige colored textile tapered drum sha...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Textile, Pine
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
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
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
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
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
A pair of ceiling lamp by Paavo Tynell model K2-20
By Paavo Tynell, Idman Oy
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
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
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
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
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
Vintage Scandinavian five arm chandelier, brass and glass, Sweden, 1930s
Located in Forserum, SE
A beautiful vintage chandelier crafted from brass, featuring five curved arms that hold bell-shaped glass shades. The arms are anchored by a decorative solid brass crown, with each a...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Scandinavian Modern Pair of Table Lamps Luxus, Sweden, 1970s
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
Pair of table lamps manufactured in Sweden and produced by famous Luxus. They are made in black synthetic leather with stiches around a teak base.
Nice vintage condition.
Dimensio...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Faux Leather, Teak
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
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
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
Swedish Designer, Wall Light, Brass, Metal, Fabric, Sweden, c. 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable black-painted iron, brass and fabric wall light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Sold with Lampshade.
Dimensions stated are of Wall Light with Shade.
Dimen...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
Danish Modern Adjustable Table / Desk Lamp with Brass Base and Cone Shade, 1950s
Located in The Hague, NL
This rare table or desk lamp was produced in Denmark in the 1950s.
The lamp features a continuous tubular brass loop, which seamlessly forms both the base and the arm in one elegant...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
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
"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
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
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
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
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
Steneby Hemslöjdsförening Sweden, 1940s modernist table lamp Scandinavian design
Located in Forserum, SE
A rare table lamp, model 1646, produced by Steneby Hemslöjdsförening in Dals Långed, Sweden, in the 1940s. Crafted from solid beech with a sculptural form, it draws inspiration from ...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Textile, Bakelite, Beech
Swedish Designer, Wall Lights, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass and etched beige glass wall lights designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (Inches): 10.5” H x 7” W x 4.8“ D
Back Plate Dimensions (Inches): 6...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
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
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
Swedish Grace Flush Mount Ceiling Light from Bjerkås Armatur, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Stunning, large Swedish Grace flush mount ceiling light from Bjerkås Armatur, made from a sphere of frosted glass. Embellished with bronze decor of birds, graphic cloud and waves.
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
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
Large Art Deco flush mount ceiling lamp by Birger Ekman, Sweden, 1930s
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Impressive flush mount ceiling lamp designed by Birger Ekman for Mjölby Intarsia during the 1930s.
Lovely wood inlays.
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Mahogany, Walnut
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
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
Scandinavian Modern Functionalist Table Lamp from Boréns, Sweden, 1930s
By Boréns Borås
Located in Stockholm, SE
Lovely table lamp from Böhlmarks, made from brass with a large shade lacquered dark green. The key detail on top of the shade lights the lamp when turned.
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Chrome
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
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
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 Designer, Wall Light, Fabric, Metal, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A floral printed off-white fabric and metal wall light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (Inches): 16” H x 5” W x 4.25” D
Back Plate Dimensions (Inches)...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
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
A pair of table lamp by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors
Located in Long Island City, NY
A pair of table lamp by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, Sweden, circa 1960s. Colored glass and brass. Glass base dimensions: 3 1/8"; x 3 1/8 x 13 3/4";. Existing European wiring, re-wir...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Art Glass
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
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
Lampadario danese mod. 4/3 vintage anni 60 design Louis Poulsen
Located in None, IT
Lampadario in metallo arancione, modello 4/3, design Poul Hanningsen per Louis Poulsen, anni 60.
CONDIZIONI: In buone condizioni, funzionante, presenta segni d'usura dati dal tempo ...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Hans Bergström for Ateljé Lyktan Chandeliers in Brass and Frosted Glass
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans Bergström for Ateljé Lyktan, chandeliers, model ‘127’, brass, glass, Sweden, 1950s
Designed by renowned Swedish architect and designer Hans Bergström during the 1950s for Atelj...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Tall Decorative Organic Ceramic Lamp, Danish Midcentury, 1970s
Located in Odense, DK
A rare tall Danish Mid-Century Modern brutalist stoneware lamp in a beautiful vintage condition. Dark earthen colors. Crafted in Denmark in the 1970s.
A beautiful vintage lamp well ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Ceramic
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
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...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
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...
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1980s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
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 ...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
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...
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2010s American Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Other
Vintage "Bridal Bouquet" chandelier by Paavo Tynell, Finland, Taito Oy, 1940s
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Stockholm, SE
Stunning “Bridal Bouquet” chandelier by Paavo Tynell. Six lamp shades in opaline glass on a brass frame decorated with beautiful brass applications in the form of flower buds and lea...
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1940s Finnish 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 ...
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1960s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Copper
Swedish Anna Pendant Light of Metal with Leather Cover by Atelje Lyktan 1970s
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Vintage "Anna" pendant light designed by Anna Ehrner for Ateljé Lyktan in Sweden.
The lamp is made in the 1970s with a chromium plated metal frame mounted with almost cream colored...
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1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Chrome
A pair of large chandeliers by Paavo Tynell
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Long Island City, NY
A pair of large, 10 Lights Chandelier designed by Paavo Tynell for Idman Oy, Finland, circa 1950th.
Polished brass with opaline glass shades. Similar example is featured at Idman Oy ...
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1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
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