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Carl Fagerlund Lighting

Swedish, 1915-2011

Many museums, churches and headquarters of large companies house the work of Scandinavian modernist lighting designer Carl Fagerlund. Initially an instructor of illustration, Fagerlund shifted into the world of lighting design during the 1940s with the advantage of having an artist’s eye, and today his vintage table lamps, chandeliers, wall lights and other fixtures enrich dwellings and continue to captivate collectors all over the world.  

During the early 1940s, Fagerlund taught burgeoning artists to draw at Solbacka läroverk, a private boarding school in Sweden that was based on the successful institutions of its type in the United Kingdom. Shortly thereafter, he took a job designing provocative sconces and other wall fixtures of brass and textured glass elements for a manufacturing company in Stockholm called ASEA (Allmänna Svenska Elektriska Aktiebolaget, or General Swedish Electrical Limited Company). 

Fagerlund is best known, however, for the work he did at Orrefors Glassworks, a legendary glassworks in Småland that garnered worldwide acclaim for its wares after introducing a range of decorative objects and art glass at the International Exhibition of Modern Decorative and Industrial Arts in 1925 — the huge design fair that brought global attention to Art Deco. Fagerlund joined Orrefors in 1946 and designed richly intricate mid-century modernist pendants, flush mount lighting, a range of works with Murano glass and other fixtures for more than three decades. 

Fagerlund’s designs can be found in Prins Eugens Waldemarsudde, a museum “castle” that was once the private residence of royalty, the Swedish Embassy in Tokyo and the head office for General Motors, U.S.A. in Detroit, Michigan. 

Find vintage Carl Fagerlund flush mount lighting, pendants, serveware and other items on 1stDibs.

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Number in Set: Set of 4
Creator: Carl Fagerlund
1 of the 4 Wall Lights by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, 1960s
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in Rijssen, NL
Fantastic pair of mid-century nice textured glass wall lights by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors. Height: 11 inches / 28 cm Width: 4.5 inches / 11,5 cm Depth: 2.8 inches / 7 cm Weight: ...
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1960s Austrian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Carl Fagerlund Lighting

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Brass

1 of the 5 Pair of Brass Wall Scones by Fagerlund for Orrefors, 1960
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Rijssen, NL
A beautiful large set of high end wall lights with one glass shade and brass frame. The light fixtures are produced in the 1960s by the iconic firm of Orrefors and designed by Carl F...
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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Carl Fagerlund Lighting

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Brass

Several Carl Fagerlund Glass Leaves Chrome Wall Lights by Orrefors, 1960s
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Rijssen, NL
This beautiful wall light with three glass shades and chrome base was produced in the 1960s by the iconic firm of Orrefors and designed by Carl Fagerlund. Beautifully carved clear fr...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Carl Fagerlund Lighting

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Crystal, Chrome

1 of the 3 Pairs of Glass Leaf Wall Scones by Fagerlund for Orrefors, 1960
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Rijssen, NL
A beautiful set of high end wall lights with a glass shade and brass frame. The light fixtures are produced in the 1960s by the iconic firm of Orrefors and designed by Carl Fagerlund...
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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Carl Fagerlund Lighting

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Brass

1 of the 2 Pairs of Glass Torch Wall Sconces by Fagerlund, 1960
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Rijssen, NL
1 of the 2 pairs high-end wall lights with a glass shade and brass frame. The light fixtures are produced in the 1960s and designed by Carl Fagerlund. Beautifully carved wave-like g...
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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Carl Fagerlund Lighting

Materials

Brass

Pair of Swedish Crystal Glass Table Lamps by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in Göteborg, SE
A pair of elegant table lamps by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors. The lamps beautiful design makes them suitable for all interior styles. The lamps consist of six discs of clear crystal ...
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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Carl Fagerlund Lighting

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Crystal, Brass

Carl Fagerlund light for Orrefors Sweden 1960
By Carl Fagerlund
Located in Paris, FR
Carl Fagerlund pendant light made by Orrefors in Sweden around 1960 Good condition. 5 pendants available , price for 1
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Carl Fagerlund Lighting

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Brass

1 of the 4 Wall Lights by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, 1960s
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in Rijssen, NL
1 of the 4 of mid-century nice textured glass wall lights by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors. Measures: Height: 11 inches / 28 cm width: 4.5 inches / 11,5 cm depth: 2.8 inches / 7 cm we...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Carl Fagerlund Lighting

Materials

Brass

Carl Fagerlund sconces glass and Brass for Orrefors Sweden 1960
By Carl Fagerlund
Located in Paris, FR
Wall lights by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefor made in Sweden around 1960 Cast glass mounted on Brass with brass shaped screw fixing. Good condition. electrical function not tested. Price for 1 item , 5 items available Carl Gustaf Vilhelm Fagerlund, born 25 November 1915 in Kalmar, died 2011...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Carl Fagerlund Lighting

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Brass

1 of 3 pairs of Carl Fagerlund Pendant Lamps for Orrefors, Sweden, 1960s
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Berlin, DE
Pair of Carl Fagerlund pendant lamps 1960s for Orrefors. Two pairs available. To be on the safe side, the lamp should be checked locally by a specialist concerning local requirem...
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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Carl Fagerlund Lighting

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Glass

Vitrika Wall Lamp
By Carl Fagerlund
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Vitrika wall lamp in glass and brass. Made by Vitrika.
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Carl Fagerlund Lighting

Materials

Brass

Orrefors Pressed Glass Brass Wall Lights, 1950s
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Three elegant pairs of Scandinavian Modern wall lights by Carl Fagerlund for Swedish Orrefors. Thick, textured tubular glass on brass mount. Manufactured in Sweden in the late 1950s....
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Carl Fagerlund Lighting

Materials

Brass

1 of 4 Stunning Carl Fagerlund Chandelier Murano Glass Leaves, 1960s
By Carl Fagerlund
Located in Aachen, NRW
Very glamorous chandelier designed by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors glass, Sweden, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1960-1969. The light features a polished brass frame with eight stu...
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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Carl Fagerlund Lighting

Materials

Brass

Sconce by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass frame fitted with one E14 socket, crystal glasses fixed with two screws. Designed by Carl Fagerlund in Sweden in 1960s for Orrefors glassworks. Price per sconce.
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Carl Fagerlund Lighting

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Crystal, Brass

Chandelier by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors/ 4 available
By Carl Fagerlund
Located in Long Island City, NY
A vintage chandelier by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, Sweden, circa 1960. Clear textured glass and brass. Measures: Diameter 48cm. Existing European wiring, rewiring available upon re...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Carl Fagerlund Lighting

Materials

Brass

Spare Crystal Shade for Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors Flush Mount, 1960s
By Carl Fagerlund
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Heavy crystal shade designed by Carl Fagerlund and manufactured by Orrefors in Sweden during the early 1960s. Suitable for flush mounts / chandeliers with this type of shading. Measu...
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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Carl Fagerlund Lighting

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Crystal

A pair of Orrefors Glass Wall Sconces with Brass Plates by Carl Fagerlund
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund, Lyfa
Located in London, GB
A pair of Orrefors glass wall sconces with brass plates by Carl Fagerlund for lighting company Lyfa. Rewired with new brass fittings and PAT tested. Price is per pair
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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Carl Fagerlund Lighting

Materials

Brass

Chandelier by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors Glassworks
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass construction with pressed glass, fitted with six E14 sockets, designed in the 1960s in Sweden by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors Glassworks.  
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Carl Fagerlund Lighting

Materials

Brass

20th Century Clear Swedish Orrefors Cut Glass Table, Desk Lamp by Carl Fagerlund
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A vintage Mid-Century Modern Swedish table lamp with a white shade, made of hand blown Orrefors, cut glass featuring a one light socket in good condition. The Scandinavian desk light...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Carl Fagerlund Lighting

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Glass, Cut Glass

Orrefors Swedish Modern Clear Ice Glass Wall Sconces, 1960s - Six Items
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in Copenhagen, DK
1960s Scandinavian mid-century modern wall light with thick, textured glass and brass details by acclaimed Swedish lighting designer Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors. Mounted on small met...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Carl Fagerlund Lighting

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Metal

Pair of Carl Fagerlund Brass and Orrefors Glass Wall Sconces
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Sweden Designer: Carl Fagerlund Manufacturer: Orrefors, Lyfa Era: 1950s Materials: Glass, brass Dimensions: 15.75 diameter.  
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Carl Fagerlund Lighting

Materials

Brass

et of Four Leaves Brass Light Fixtures by Fagerlund for Orrefors, 1960s, Sweden
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Rijssen, NL
A beautiful set of two stunning 8 arms pendant chandeliers with 8glass shades and brass frame and 2 wall lights with one glass shade and brass frame. The light fixtures are produced ...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Carl Fagerlund Lighting

Materials

Brass

Swedish Crystal Glass Table Lamps by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in Karlstad, SE
Four magnificent table lamps by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, Sweden. The lamps consist of six discs made of clear crystal glass, separated by solid brass discs. Condition: The lamps...
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20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Carl Fagerlund Lighting

Materials

Brass

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Sconce by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors
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Brass frame fitted with one E14 socket, crystal glasses fixed with two screws. Designed by Carl Fagerlund in Sweden in 1960s for Orrefors glassworks. Price per sconce.
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Carl Fagerlund lighting for sale on 1stDibs.

Carl Fagerlund lighting are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of metal and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Carl Fagerlund lighting, although beige editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original lighting by Carl Fagerlund were created in the mid-century modern style in europe during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider lighting by Orrefors, Uno & Östen Kristiansson, and Rörstrand. Prices for Carl Fagerlund lighting can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $221 and can go as high as $16,365, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $2,274.

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