Glossner AB Wall Lights and Sconces

A mid-century modernist wall lamp designed by Bo Råman and produced by the Swedish lighting manufacturer ASEA Belysning in the 1950s. Crafted from brass, it features a bowl-shaped gl...

In the annals of mid-century modern design, the Swedish designer and architect, Gunnar Asplund stood out as a luminary, and his delicately sculptural creations, such as this pair of wall lamps from the 1950s, epitomize the era's sophistication and functional beauty. Swedish architect and designer, Erik Gunnar Asplund is celebrated as the godfather of functionalist design in Sweden. Asplund's meticulous attention to detail and penchant for marrying form with function is evident in these wall lamps, combining materials just as ingeniously as forms and shapes. Crafted in the 1950s, these wall lamps feature circular brass mounts that gracefully extend two brass arms, holding both the light bulbs and the large, sculptural opaline glass diffusers. The geometric precision of the design reflects Asplund's architectural background, where clean lines and balanced proportions reign supreme. The lamps serve as great examples of the enduring quality of mid-century Swedish craftsmanship. Swedish mid-century modern design, marked by its emphasis on simplicity and functionality, sought to bring beauty into everyday life. Asplund's pieces encapsulate this ethos, transcending mere utilitarianism to become objets d'art that enhance living spaces. Manufactured by ASEA, a Swedish powerhouse in electrical engineering and industrial design, these lamps embody the marriage of aesthetics and utility. ASEA, founded in 1883, played a pivotal role in shaping Sweden's industrial landscape. Their foray into lighting design seamlessly blended technological innovation with artistic sensibility, making them a prominent player in the mid-century modern movement. The choice of brass and opaline glass as primary materials in these lamps speaks to the enduring appeal of this combination in mid-century modern lighting design. Brass, with its warm and timeless lustre, complements the opulence of mid-century interiors, while opaline glass diffusers disperse light with a soft, ethereal glow. This harmonious pairing endures as a hallmark of sophistication, blending seamlessly into contemporary design aesthetics. Swedish lighting design, deeply rooted in the country's commitment to quality craftsmanship and functional elegance, continues to influence global trends. The enduring popularity of mid-century modern design, exemplified by these Erik Gunnar Asplund lamps...

Carl-Axel Acking & BRODERNA - Scandinavian Modern A rare sculptural wall light designed by Carl Axel Acking, a renowned Swedish architect, author and furniture designer. Manufactured by Bro¨derna Malmstro¨ms Metallvarufabrik, Sweden, 1940s. Perforated brass shade...

French marbled glass & brass sconce France, 1940’s Delicate semicircular marbled glass shade rests within sculpted aged brass frame Light surface markings Illuminates light beautifu...

Art Deco Glass and Brass Wall Sconce, Germany 1940s This Art Deco wall sconce, a unique blend of glass and brass, hails from Germany and is a relic from the 1940s. Its design, a tes...

Swedish Modern lighting was directly influenced by ASEA, the historic company that had a decisive influence on how the Swedish electrotechnical industry has developed. Based on the c...

Table lamp model "15470" produced by Arvid Böhlmark's, Sweden, 1940s.

Pair of Paavo Tynell wall lights in brass and light blue glass for Taito Oy, Finland, 1940s. Provenance: Kontiolax, Finland, 1940s. Glass is in excellent condition with no chips or...

Flush mount light with acid etched decorations, brass fittings, produced by Böhlmarks, Sweden, 1940s. New wiring. Measures: Height: 36 cm Diameter: 32 cm.

Swedish design wall light, 1940s The light features an extendable, articulated arm with ornate scrollwork in a dark bronze antique brass finish, paired with a classic bell-shaped cr...

A pair of lovely pine, brass and art glass two-light wall sconces designed and produced in Sweden in the 1940s. Clean lines and organic design from the Scandinavian Modern period, tw...

Sleek and very sophisticated floor lamp by Bo Notini for Glössner, designed and crafted during the 1940s. This impressive floor lamp features one light source hidden by two large gla...