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Teak and Opaline Glass Pendant Lamp by Uno and Östen Kristiansson for Luxus
By Luxus of Sweden, Uno & Östen Kristiansson
Located in Steenwijk, NL
the 1950's. It has an opaline glass shade with a teak wooden suspension. It gives a beautiful warm
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Opaline Glass, Teak

Danish Opaline Glass and Teak Lamp
By Luxus Vittsjö, Gaetano Sciolari, Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Rupert Nikoll, Uno & Östen Kristiansson
Located in München, DE
Wonderful opal glass pendant lamp from the 1960s. Great and exceptionally minimalistic design with
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Opaline Glass, Teak

Danish Opaline Glass and Teak Lamp
Danish Opaline Glass and Teak Lamp
$2,628
H 55.12 in W 23.63 in D 4.73 in
Mid-century design pendant lamp teak and opaline glass , 1970s
Located in Delft, NL
Mid-century design pendant lamp teak and opaline glass , 1970s Dimensions: 95cm Height, 40cm
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Glass, Teak

Teak, Brass and Opaline Glass Pendant Lamp by Kaiser Leuchten, 1960s
By Kaiser Leuchten
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
The lamp is executed with one E27 Edison screw fit bulb. It is wired and in working condition. It
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass, Metal

Italian Teak, Brass & Opaline Glass Shade 1960s Pendant Lamp
By Stilnovo
Located in Varese, Lombardia
with decorative teak elements and a white elliptical opal glass shade. Very good condition: only a
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass, Metal

Pendant lamp 5-light in teak and opaline 1950
Located in JASSANS-RIOTTIER, FR
Vintage pendant light from France in the 50s Central piece in teak, lampshade in white opaline
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Mid-20th Century French Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

danish modern pendant lamp teak opaline glass textured glass 1950s
Located in Mannheim, DE
Very beautiful and elegant danish modern pendant, 1950s to early 1960s. White opaline glass shade
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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Glass, Teak

Set of Two Elegant Scandinavian Opaline Glass & Teak Pendant Lamps 1960s
Located in Munich, DE
Set of two lovely and elegant Mid-Century Modern opaline glass & teak pendant lamps in organic
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Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Opaline Glass, Teak

Scandinavian Modern Opaline Glass, Teak & Copper Pendant Lamp by Ernest Voss
By Voss
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Elegant ballerina shaped ceiling lamp. Its made from hand-blown opaline glass from Holmegaard set
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum, Copper

Opaline Glass Brass & Teak 1950s Pendant Lamp in the Style of Arredoluce
By Arredoluce, Angelo Lelii
Located in Varese, Lombardia
Beautiful pendant lamp in teakwood, brass and sandblasted opaline glass shade. Very good condition
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Brass

Midcentury Teak, Brass and Opaline Glass Italian Pendant Attributed to Stilnovo
By Stilnovo
Located in Varese, Lombardia
quality resembles the contemporary Stilnovo production. The lamp is made from a sandblasted opaline glass
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass, Metal

Lovely and Rare Scandinavian Teak, Opaline Glass and Brass Lamp, 1960s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
The lamp is executed with an E27 Edison screw fit bulbs. It is wired, and in working condition. It
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Brass

Teak, Brass and Opaline Glass Italian Pendant Chandelier Attributed to Stilnovo
By Stilnovo
Located in Rome, IT
quality resemble the contemporary Stilnovo production. The lamp is made from a sandblasted opaline glass
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Brass

Teak and Opaline Glass Wall Lamp by Kaiser Leuchten, 1960s
By Kaiser Leuchten
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
The lamp is executed with one E27 Edison screw fit bulb. It is wired and in working condition. It
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Wood and Opaline Glass Pendant Lamp by Reggiani, Italy, 1960s
By Reggiani
Located in Milan, IT
Opaline glass hanging lamp manufactured by Reggiani. Teak and brass elements emphasizing the soft
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Vintage 1960s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Opaline Pendant Lamp by Uno and Östen Kristiansson
By Temde Leuchten, Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Luxus Vittsjö, Uno & Östen Kristiansson, Fog and Morup
Located in München, DE
Wonderful Swedish opal glass pendant lamps from the 1960s. Great and exceptionally minimalist
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Opaline Glass, Teak

Large Opaline Pendant Lamp by Uno and Östen Kristiansson
By Fog and Morup, Lyfa, Uno & Östen Kristiansson, RAAK, Luxus Vittsjö
Located in München, DE
Extremely rare and beautiful Swedish opal glass pendant lamp from the 1960s. Great and
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Opaline Glass, Teak

Uno & Osten Kristiansson Ceiling Lamp in Opaline Glass & Teak, 1960s
By Uno & Östen Kristiansson
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A simple Swedish Modern pendant light constructed of a blown matte opaline glass and a stylish top
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Opaline Glass, Teak

Holmegaard Opaline Glass Pendant Lamp, 1960, Denmark
By Holmegaard
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Beautiful Holmegaard hanging lamp. Made of opaline milk glass with solid teak detail. The lamp is
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Glass, Teak

Teak and Opaline Glass Wall Lamps by Uno & Östen Kristiansson for Luxus Sweden
By Uno & Östen Kristiansson, Luxus of Sweden
Located in Hagenbach, DE
, epitomizes mid-century modern design. It features a sleek teak arm and an opal glass shade, providing a
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Opaline Glass, Teak

Elegant Italian 1950s Teak and Opaline Glass Cylinders Ceiling Lamp
Located in Milan, IT
Splendid Italian Ceiling lamp. A circular teak veneered wood panel and three opaline glass
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Brass

Danish Opaline and Teak Cascading Lamp by Nordisk Solar
By Fog & Mørup, Luxus Vittsjö, Uno & Östen Kristiansson, Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Nordisk Solar Co.
Located in München, DE
Wonderful Danish opal glass cascade lamp from the 1960s. Great and exceptionally minimalist design
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Opaline Glass, Teak

Midcentury Swedish Modern Opaline Glass Teak & Brass Pendant Attr. Luxus, 1960s
By Luxus of Sweden
Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW
large frosted opaline glass lamp shade with brass and teak details. The lamp rod is customizable. The
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Teak and Opaline Glass Wall Lamp by Uno & Östen Kristiansson for Luxus Sweden
By Uno & Östen Kristiansson, Luxus of Sweden
Located in Hagenbach, DE
, epitomizes mid-century modern design. It features a sleek teak arm and an opal glass shade, providing a
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Opaline Glass, Teak

Teak and Opaline Glass Wall Lamp by Uno & Östen Kristiansson for Luxus Sweden
Teak and Opaline Glass Wall Lamp by Uno & Östen Kristiansson for Luxus Sweden
$1,051 Sale Price
20% Off
H 11.82 in W 5.52 in D 16.93 in
Danish Opaline and Teak Cascading Lamp by Nordisk Solar
By Fog & Mørup, Luxus Vittsjö, Uno & Östen Kristiansson, Nordisk Solar Co.
Located in München, DE
Wonderful Danish opal glass cascade lamp from the 1960s. Great and exceptionally minimalistic
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Opaline Glass, Teak

danish modern PENDANT LIGHT teak opaline glass ceramic 3-light hanging lamp 50s
Located in Mannheim, DE
made of white satin glass and colored ceramic with leaf pattern, teak spacers. White electric wire and
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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Ceramic, Teak, Milk Glass

Swedish Midcentury Pendant in Oak and Opaline Glass by Luxus
By Luxus of Sweden, Uno & Östen Kristiansson
Located in Karlstad, SE
frosted opaline glass, held by a teak piece with small holes around it that lets the light out in a
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20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Opaline Glass, Teak

Scandinavian 1960s pendant lamp orange glass and teak Kristiansson Luxus, Sweden
By Jo Hammerborg, Uno & Östen Kristiansson, Luxus Vittsjö, Svend Aage Holm Sørensen, Bent Karlby
Located in Vorst, BE
Modernist teardrop pendant lamp from the 1960s. Orange glass with white opalin interior and upper
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Late 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Opaline Glass, Glass

Stilnovo Style Teak and Opaline Glass Nine Arm Spider Chandelier
By Stilnovo
Located in Antwerp, BE
lamp is made out of a brass and wooden frame and opaline glass tulip shades. Made in Italy, circa
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Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Vintage pendant lamp with opaline
Located in Brescia, IT
Lamp with teak frame and 3 lights. This Scandinavian modernist furnishing accessory traces mid
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Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bronze

Vintage pendant lamp with opaline
Vintage pendant lamp with opaline
$553
H 25.6 in Dm 17.72 in
Teak and Opal Glass Pendant Lamp by Uno & Östen Kristiansson for Luxus Sweden
By Uno & Östen Kristiansson, Luxus of Sweden
Located in Hagenbach, DE
This elegant pendant lamp, designed by Uno & Östen Kristiansson for Luxus Sweden in the 1960s
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Opaline Glass, Teak

Teak and Opal Glass Pendant Lamp by Uno & Östen Kristiansson for Luxus Sweden
By Uno & Östen Kristiansson, Luxus of Sweden
Located in Hagenbach, DE
This elegant pendant lamp, designed by Uno & Östen Kristiansson for Luxus Sweden in the 1960s
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Opaline Glass, Teak

Teak and Opal Glass Pendant Lamp by Uno & Östen Kristiansson for Luxus Sweden
By Uno & Östen Kristiansson, Luxus of Sweden
Located in Hagenbach, DE
This elegant pendant lamp, designed by Uno & Östen Kristiansson for Luxus Sweden in the 1960s
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Opaline Glass, Teak

Two White Opaline Ufo Pendant Light With Teak Wood
Located in Antwerp, BE
Two pendant lights in white milk glass oval ball lamp with ton sur ton 'stripe' motif in the glass
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Opaline Glass, Wood

Two White Opaline  Ufo Pendant Light With Teak Wood
Two White Opaline  Ufo Pendant Light With Teak Wood
$1,791 / item
H 10.24 in Dm 13.78 in
Opaline Lamp by Uno and Östen Kristiansson for Luxus
By Luxus Vittsjö, Wilhelm Wagenfeld, Fog and Morup, Aloys F. Gangkofner, Uno & Östen Kristiansson
Located in München, DE
Wonderful Swedish opal glass pendant lamp from the 1960s. Great and exceptionally minimalistic
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Opaline Glass, Teak

Opaline Lamp by Uno and Östen Kristiansson for Luxus
Opaline Lamp by Uno and Östen Kristiansson for Luxus
$2,389
H 55.12 in W 12.6 in D 3.94 in
Opaline Lamp by Uno and Östen Kristiansson for Luxus
By Fog and Morup, Uno & Östen Kristiansson, Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Luxus Vittsjö
Located in München, DE
Wonderful Swedish opal glass pendant lamp from the 1960s. Great and exceptionally minimalistic
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Opaline Glass, Teak

Opaline Lamp by Uno and Östen Kristiansson for Luxus
Opaline Lamp by Uno and Östen Kristiansson for Luxus
$3,106
H 55.12 in W 18.12 in D 3.94 in
Opaline Lamp by Uno and Östen Kristiansson for Luxus
By Fog and Morup, Uno & Östen Kristiansson, Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Luxus Vittsjö
Located in München, DE
Wonderful Swedish opal glass pendant lamp from the 1960s. Great and exceptionally minimalistic
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Opaline Glass, Teak

Opaline Lamp by Uno and Östen Kristiansson for Luxus
Opaline Lamp by Uno and Östen Kristiansson for Luxus
$3,822
H 55.12 in W 23.63 in D 3.94 in
Italian Mid-Century Teak and Opaline Glass Chandelier by Sciolari, 1960s
By Stilnovo, Gaetano Sciolari
Located in Morazzone, Varese
Beautiful Italian modernist chandelier made of teak and 4 opaline white glass shades with brass and
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Brass

Opaline Cascading Lamp
By Fog & Mørup, Uno & Östen Kristiansson, Jo Hammerborg, Luxus Vittsjö, Nordisk Solar Co.
Located in München, DE
Wonderful Swedish opal glass cascade lamp from the 1960s. Great and exceptionally minimalistic
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Opaline Glass, Oak, Teak

Opaline Cascading Lamp
Opaline Cascading Lamp
$2,508
H 63 in Dm 15.75 in
white opaline teak pedant Uno & Östen Kristiansson
By Uno & Östen Kristiansson, Luxus of Sweden
Located in Zevenaar, NL
This beautiful ufo pendant light in opaline glass with teak in great condition was designed and
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Opaline Glass, Teak

white opaline teak pedant Uno & Östen Kristiansson
white opaline teak pedant Uno & Östen Kristiansson
$1,075
H 9.85 in W 13.39 in D 13.39 in
Opaline and Teak Chandelier by Uno and Östen Kristiansson for Luxus
By Uno & Östen Kristiansson, Luxus Vittsjö
Located in München, DE
Wonderful Swedish opal glass chandelier from the 1960s. Great and exceptionally minimalistic
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Opaline Glass, Teak

1960s Teak & Glass Pendant Lampe, Scandinavian Design Light, Sweden
Located in Skien, NO
opaline glass, warm teak wood, and a textile outer shade, this lamp combines form and function with its
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Textile, Wood, Opaline Glass, Teak

Bent Karlby pendants "china" 3 lights teak and glass Lyfa Denmark 1960
By Bent Karlby
Located in Paris, FR
Bent Karlby three-arm ceiling lamp, frame in brass, details in teak, opalin glass. Length approx
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Opaline Glass, Teak

Mid-Century Teak and Opal Glass Ceiling Lamp, Italy, 1960s
By Stilnovo
Located in Hagenbach, DE
, masterfully combining teak wood, opal glass, and brass detailing. A quintessential piece of Italian modernism
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Brass

Mid Century Modern Ceiling Light by Rispal in Teak and Opaline Glass - brass
Located in Antwerp, BE
Opalescent Globe Ceiling Lamp, 1950s-1960s Scandinavian style 1950s cascade pendant chandelier
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Vintage Louis Kalff Hanging Lamp Teak / Opal Glass, 1950s
By Philips, Louis Kalff
Located in Oirlo, LI
Vintage Louis Kalff hanging lamp teak / opal glass, 1950s Beautiful hanging lamp of teak with
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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Opaline Glass, Teak

Vintage Louis Kalff Hanging Lamp Teak / Opal Glass, 1950s
Vintage Louis Kalff Hanging Lamp Teak / Opal Glass, 1950s
$645 Sale Price
20% Off
H 10.24 in W 4.73 in D 4.73 in
Cylindrical Scandinavian Opal Glass Hanging Lamp with Teak Wood, 1960s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
The lamp can be adjusted up from 70 to 120cm height. Executed in opaline glas, brass and teak wood
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Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Holmegaard Danish Modern White Opaline Glasss Sunset Pendant Lamp by Per Lütken
By Per Lutken for Holmegaard
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A rare hand-blown cased white opaline glass pendant light designed by Per Lütken and manufactured
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Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Blown Glass, Teak

Presenta Oy Ceiling Pendant Model K2-117/2, Copper, Teak & Glass, Idman, 1960s
By Idman Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
lamp combines different materials harmoniously as it has teak, copper and opaline glass. All pieces are
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Vintage 1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Copper

Presenta Oy Ceiling Pendant Model K2-117/2, Copper, Teak & Glass, Idman, 1960s
Presenta Oy Ceiling Pendant Model K2-117/2, Copper, Teak & Glass, Idman, 1960s
$1,254 Sale Price
41% Off
H 55.12 in W 17.72 in D 5.52 in
large Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Pendant Lamp in Opal Glass
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
large Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Pendant Lamp in Opal Glass
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Opaline Glass, Teak

Pair Holm Sorensen Kastrup Triple White Glass & Teak Tri-Star Hanging Pendants
By Svend Aage Holm Sørensen, RAAK
Located in Bainbridge, NY
shaped White satin opaline Kastrup glass cone shades capped in Teak. With white cords and caps. Shades
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Milk Glass, Teak, Glass

Opal and teak ceiling pendants by Uno & Östen Kristiansson, Luxus Vittsjö Sweden
By Luxus Vittsjö, Uno & Östen Kristiansson
Located in Hägersten, SE
during the 1950s. Made from long drop shaped opal glass shades with teak fittings. Very good vintage
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Opaline Glass

Danish pendant lamp, 1960's
By Bent Karlby
Located in Balen, BE
bordeaux metal shade lays on top of an opal glass inner shade. Very elegant lamp with a turned teak top
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Brass

Danish pendant lamp, 1960's
Danish pendant lamp, 1960's
$925
H 11.82 in Dm 18.51 in
Scandinavian Midcentury Modern Cascade Lamp with Teak Accents, 1950s
Located in Antwerp, BE
A beautiful set of three cascading opaline shades connected to a teak wooden designed structure a
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Opaline Glass, Teak

Vintage danish pendant lamp, Denmark 1960s
Located in Torino, IT
Vintage danish pendant lamp, Denmark 1960s
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Midcentury Teak and Cord Shade Hanging Lamp by Temde, circa 1960
By Temde Leuchten
Located in Hagenbach, DE
solid teak elements—including the canopy, central cone, and supporting arms—the lamp exudes a cozy
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Rattan, Plastic, Teak

Mid-Century Decorative Teck and Brass Pendant Lamp, circa 1960, Italy.
By Ico Parisi
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-century decorative hanging lamp, circa 1960, Italy. Teak, opaline glass and brass details
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Ceiling Lamp Teak 8 Arm by Uno & Östen Kristiansson Luxus, Vittsjö, Sweden 1950s
By Uno & Östen Kristiansson, Luxus Vittsjö
Located in Göteborg, SE
a masterpiece that enhances any interior space. The teak wood structure boasts a natural, warm tone
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Opaline Glass, Teak

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Teak And Opaline Glass Pendant Lamp For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic teak and opaline glass pendant lamp available at 1stDibs. Each teak and opaline glass pendant lamp for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using glass, hardwood and teak. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer teak and opaline glass pendant lamp, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. A teak and opaline glass pendant lamp is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern and Scandinavian Modern styles are sought with frequency. Many designers have produced at least one well-made teak and opaline glass pendant lamp over the years, but those crafted by Uno & Östen Kristiansson, Luxus Vittsjö and Holmegaard are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Teak And Opaline Glass Pendant Lamp?

The average selling price for a teak and opaline glass pendant lamp at 1stDibs is $1,312, while they’re typically $250 on the low end and $7,106 for the highest priced.

Finding the Right Chandeliers-pendant-lights for You

Chandeliers — simple in form, inspired by candelabras and originally made of wood or iron — first made an appearance in early churches. For those wealthy enough to afford them for their homes in the medieval period, a chandelier's suspended lights likely exuded imminent danger, as lit candles served as the light source for fixtures of the era. Things have thankfully changed since then, and antique chandeliers and pendant lights are popular in many interiors today.

While gas lighting during the late 18th century represented an upgrade for chandeliers — and gas lamps would long inspire Danish architect and pioneering modernist lighting designer Poul Henningsen — it would eventually be replaced with the familiar electric lighting of today.

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For midsize spaces, a wall light or sconce can pull the room together and get the lighting job done. Perforated steel rings underneath five bands of handspun aluminum support a rich diffusion of light within Alvar Aalto's Beehive pendant light, but if you’re looking to brighten a more modest room, perhaps a minimalist solution is what you’re after. The mid-century modern furniture designer Charlotte Perriand devised her CP-1 wall lamps in the 1960s, in which a repositioning of sheet-metal plates can redirect light as needed.

The versatility and variability of these lighting staples mean that, when it comes to finding something like the perfect chandelier, you’ll never be left hanging. From the natural world-inspired designs of the Art Nouveau era to the classic beauty of Paul Ferrante's fixtures, there is a style for every room.

With designs for pendant lights and chandeliers across eras, colors and materials, you’ll never run out of options to explore on 1stDibs — shop a collection today that includes antique Art Deco chandeliers, Stilnovo chandeliers, Baccarat chandeliers and more.