Swedish designer-siblings Uno Kristiansson and Östen Kristiansson are best known to collectors of vintage furniture for their imaginative lighting and mirrors. As partners, Uno & Östen Kristiansson united high-quality, practical Scandinavian modern design with fresh innovation.
Uno and Östen Kristiansson were born in southern Sweden. Their father was a furniture maker who owned a workshop — Vittsjo — that was named for the village in which it was located. In 1950, Uno opened his workshop in the same village. He called his company Luxus and brought his younger brother Östen on board as a designer and builder.
Like lots of designers of the era, the Kristianssons favored traditional teak wood but also employed more forward-looking materials such as glass, acrylic, leather and plastic. While their work spoke to the organic forms and craftsmanship that is typical of many Scandinavian modern designers, the brothers created minimalist oak mirrors and shapely pine wall lights — which often featured an integration of rattan — that set them apart from other artisans in their field.
Around 1966, Östen took over their father’s workshop and renamed it Östen Kristiansson AB. He eventually returned the company’s name to Vittsjo.
After 1970, Uno and Östen Kristiansson focused primarily on lamps and mirrors. They designed most of these works in acrylic, and wood became more of a secondary material in their composition. Collectors and interior designers continue to prize the many inventive furnishings they produced.
Find vintage Östen Kristiansson table lamps, chandeliers and other furniture on 1stDibs.
Uno and Östen Kristiansson 1970's Pine Sofa
By Östen Kristiansson
Located in Turners Falls, MA
Pine sofa by Uno and Osten Kristiansson produced by Luxus, Vittsjo. Rustic and modern with sculpted detail. Sweden, 1970’s.
Pine
$960Sale Price|20% Off
Uno Kristiansson Luxus Wall Light / Sconce Solid Pine Sweden, 1960s
By Uno Kristiansson, Östen Kristiansson, Luxus of Sweden, Uno & Östen Kristiansson, Luxus Vittsjö
Located in Stockholm, SE
A large wall light designed by Uno Kristiansson circa 1966 and made by Luxus.The main body of the design is turned pine wood. White acrylic diffuser sit atop the sconce. Although the...
Plastic, Pine
$560Sale Price / item|69% Off
Midcentury Östen Kristiansson Large Wooden and Opaline Glass Pendant Light
By Östen Kristiansson
Located in Esperance, NY
Midcentury Östen Kristiansson large wooden and opaline glass pendant light for Luxus.
Glass
Pair of Pine Lounge Chairs by Uno and Osten Kristiansson
By Östen Kristiansson
Located in Turners Falls, MA
Pair of solid Pine lounge chairs by Uno and Osten Kristiansson produced by Luxus, Vittsjo. Rustic and modern with sculpted detail. Sweden, 1970’s Original upholstery needs to be rep...
Upholstery, Pine
Mirror in Rosewood and Leather by Uno & Osten Kristiansson for Glas Mäster
By Östen Kristiansson, AB Markaryd
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rosewood and leather round wall mirror by Uno & Osten Kristiansson for Glas Mäster.
Leather, Mirror, Rosewood
$2,815Sale Price / set|20% Off
Pair large cylindric wood Table Lamps by Uno & Östen Kristiansson, Luxus, Sweden
By Luxus Vittsjö, Östen Kristiansson, Uno Kristiansson, Uno & Östen Kristiansson, Luxus of Sweden
Located in Brussels, Brussels
A pair of architectural table lamps. Lamp foots in wood, probably teak. Designed by Uno Kristiansson, for Luxus, Sweden, 1970s. Both retain their original labels: made in Sweden - ...
Teak
Leather Tripod Stool by Uno & Östen Kristiansson for Luxus, Sweden 1960s
By Luxus of Sweden, Östen Kristiansson
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage Midcentury Modern Design Leather Low Tripod Stool by Uno & Östen Kristiansson for Luxus. Made in Sweden, in the 1960's period. Stainless steel tripod base with black leather ...
Steel
$1,600Sale Price|20% Off
Mid century pendant lamp by Uno and Osten Kristansson for Luxus, Sweden 1960s
By Uno Kristiansson, Östen Kristiansson, Luxus of Sweden
Located in ECHT, NL
Mid century Scandinavian modern pendant lamp. Designed by Uno and Östen Kristiansson for Luxus Sweden in the 1960s. It has a pine gallery with plexiglass top and bottom diffusers and...
Fabric, Plexiglass, Pine
$1,045Sale Price|20% Off
Plafo wall lamp by Uno and Osten Kristiansson for Luxus, Sweden 1960s
By Östen Kristiansson, Luxus Vittsjö, Uno Kristiansson
Located in ECHT, NL
This minimalist design lamp was designd by Uno and Östen Kristiansson for the Swedish company Luxus in the 1960s. The natural teak frame holds the round white opaline plastic shade. ...
Plexiglass, Teak
Midcentury Teak Mirror by Uno & Osten Kristiansson for Glas Mäster
By Uno Kristiansson, Uno & Östen Kristiansson, Östen Kristiansson
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
For your consideration is this beautiful and seldom seen teak mirror by Uno & Osten Kristiansson for Glas mäster of Sweden. Featuring leather inset trim an...
Leather, Wood, Teak
Pair of Dark Wood & Acrylic Rocket Table Lamps by Luxus, Sweden, 1960s
By Östen Kristiansson, Luxus Vittsjö, Uno Kristiansson
Located in Stockholm, Stockholms län
Pair of rocket shaped "raketen" table lamps model B129 designed by the brothers Unö & Östen Kristiansson for their own company Luxus. Manufactured at Vittsjö in Sweden during the 196...
Acrylic, Wood
$906Sale Price / set|44% Off
Pair of Oak and White Opaline Glass Table Lamps by Luxus, 1950s
By Östen Kristiansson, Uno Kristiansson
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Pair of mod. 109 table lamps designed in the 1950s by Uno and Östen Kristiansson for Luxus, Sweden.
Oak
$1,071Sale Price|35% Off
Mid Century Table Lamp in Oak by Luxus Sweden
By Luxus of Sweden, Uno Kristiansson, Östen Kristiansson
Located in Albano Laziale, Rome/Lazio
Table lamp designed by Uno and Östen Kristiansson for Luxus in Vittsjö, Sweden during the 1950s. Solid oak base and shade in white cotton. Signed with label. In great condition witho...
Oak
$617Sale Price|50% Off
Cobalt Blue Glass Table Lamp by Uno & Östen Kristiansson for Luxus, Sweden
By Uno Kristiansson, Östen Kristiansson, Luxus Vittsjö
Located in Karis, Nyland
Large 1970s cobalt blue glass table lamp by Luxus Vittsjö, made in Sweden. The top is made of white plastic. E27 socket.
Glass, Acrylic
$3,060Sale Price / set|20% Off
Pair large Table Lamps, Stained solid Pine, Uno Kristiansson, Luxus, Sweden
By Uno & Östen Kristiansson, Luxus of Sweden, Östen Kristiansson, Uno Kristiansson, Luxus Vittsjö
Located in Brussels, Brussels
A pair of sculptural table lamps. Lamp foots in turned pine wood, dark stained. Designed by Uno Kristiansson, for Luxus, Sweden, 1970s. Both are punchmarked Luxus - made in Sweden. For E26/27 bulbs. Work on 110v and on 220v. EU plug can be replaced by US plug for free if desired. New lampshades. Dimensions: diameter 13.78" / 10" (35cm / 25cm), height 10.2" (26cm). Swedish designers Uno & Östen Kristiansson, renowned for their lighting and mirror creations, left an indelible mark on the design world from the 1950s to the 1970s. Their distinctive Scandinavian modern style remains highly sought-after in vintage circles. Uno, born in 1925, and Östen, two years later in 1927, likely honed their craft in southern Sweden under the tutelage of their father, who operated Vittsjö Furniture, a business established in 1919. In 1950, Uno founded Luxus in Vittsjö, producing a diverse array of home products, including lamps, furniture, and mirrors, all designed by the brothers. Their collections gained acclaim nationally and internationally, with Luxus introducing a vibrant range of lamps in the 1960s, attributed to Finnish artist Marjatta Metsovaara. Östen presumably took over the family business in 1966, renaming it Östen Kristiansson AB. Though details on its operations are sparse, it likely continued the tradition of craftsmanship. Teak was a favored material for the Kristianssons, though they explored glass, leather, plastic, and acrylic in their designs. Notable creations include the Plafo Ceiling Lamp, UFO Lamp, Model 204 Hunting Chair, and minimalist mirrors reminiscent of Jacques Adnet’s Circulaire...
Pine
Scandinavian Teak Frame Mirror Model 402 By Östen Kristiannson
By Östen Kristiansson
Located in Vienna, AT
Teak organic shaped frame with a mirror. Designed in Sweden by Östen Kristiansson in the 1960s.
Mirror, Teak
Rare Mirror with Mahogany Frame by Uno & Östen Kristiansson, 1950s
By Östen Kristiansson
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
This rare mirror, designed by Uno & Östen Kristiansson and produced by Luxus in Vittsjö, Sweden, during the 1950s, is a striking example of Scandinavian modern design. The frame ...
Glass, Mahogany
Red Pendant Lights Uno & Osten Kristiansson
By Östen Kristiansson
Located in Paddington, NSW
Uno & Östen Kristiansson were influential Swedish designers, known for their contributions to mid-century modern design. The brothers founded their own companies—Uno with Luxus i...
Plastic
Rosewood Hand Mirror by Uno & Osten Kristiansson for Luxus, Sweden, 1950s
By Luxus of Sweden, Östen Kristiansson, Uno Kristiansson
Located in Balen, BE
A rare hand mirror designed by Uno & Osten Kristiansson for Luxus, Sweden, 1950s. Elegantly made out of solid rosewood with a black leather rear inlay. Beautiful and very tactile ob...
Leather, Mirror, Rosewood
Rocket Table Lamp by Luxus, Sweden, 1960s
By Östen Kristiansson, Luxus Vittsjö, Uno Kristiansson
Located in Stockholm, Stockholms län
Rocket shape table lamp model B129 designed by Unö & Östen Kristiansson for their own company Luxus. Manufactured at Vittsjö in Sweden during the 1960s. The lamp is made from dark wo...
Acrylic, Wood
$1,103Sale Price|25% Off
Large Rustic Table Lamp, Stained solid wood, Uno Kristiansson, Luxus, Sweden
By Uno & Östen Kristiansson, Östen Kristiansson, Luxus of Sweden, Uno Kristiansson, Luxus Vittsjö
Located in Brussels, Brussels
A sculptural table lamp, lamp foot in turned pine or beech wood, dark stained. Designed by Uno Kristiansson, for Luxus, Sweden, 1970s. Marked Luxus - made in Sweden. For E26/27 b...
Pine, Beech
Östen Kristiansson Wall Cabinet Produced by Luxus in Vittsjö, Sweden
By Östen Kristiansson
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare wall cabinet designed by Östen Kristiansson. Produced by Luxus in Vittsjö, Sweden.
Aluminum
Table Mirror by Uno & Östen Kristiansson for Luxus of Sweden, 1960s
By Östen Kristiansson
Located in Dallas, TX
A large teak table mirror by Uno & Östen Kristiansson for Luxus, Sweden, 1960s.
Teak
Uno & Östen Kristiansson Plant Stand by Luxus in Sweden
By Östen Kristiansson, Uno Kristiansson
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare plant stand designed by Uno & Östen Kristiansson. Produced by Luxus in Vittsjö, Sweden.
Steel
Scandinavian Midcentury Teak Wall Mirror 402 Östen Kristiansson Luxus 1950
By Luxus Vittsjö, Östen Kristiansson
Located in Göteborg, SE
Mirror "402" with organically shaped teak frame. Amazing details and craftsmanship! Designed by Östen Kristiansson for Luxus, Vittsjö Möbelfabrik, 1950s. Label mark on the back. The...
Teak
$1,200 / set
H 13.78 in Dm 3.55 in
Uno Kristiansson Table Lamps, Turned Solid Pine, Luxus Sweden, 1960s
By Luxus of Sweden, Uno Kristiansson, Luxus Vittsjö, Uno & Östen Kristiansson
Located in Stockholm, SE
A pair of sculptural, solid pine table lamps designed by Uno Kristiansson around 1966 and made by Luxus. The body of the design is turned pine wood. Although the form of the lamps i...
Pine
Uno Kristiansson, Wall Lights, Pine, Acrylic, Sweden, 1960s
By Uno Kristiansson, Luxus Vittsjö
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of wall lights designed by Uno and Östen Kristiansson and produced by Luxus, Sweden, 1960s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 13.25” H x 7.5” W x 9” D Back Plate Dimensions (inche...
Acrylic, Pine
$403Sale Price|30% Off
H 22.45 in Dm 9.45 in
Midcentury Murano Pendant Light, with Opaline Shade and Wooden Details
Located in Verviers, BE
Hanging pendant light from the late 1960s on an adjustable cable, designed in the Murano style with wood and an opaline shade. Its Classic modernist form and simplicity in design, ma...
Opaline Glass
$5,670 / set
H 28.5 in W 30.7 in D 34 in
Pair of 1970's Carl Straub Brutalist pine and leather lounge chairs - loveseat
By Carl Straub
Located in Liberty, NY
Fantastic pair of Carl Straub brutalist pine and leather lounge chairs made in 1974 in Germany. The large leather cushions rest on a leather sling that strap and buckle to the heavy ...
Leather, Pine
$2,448Sale Price|20% Off
H 6.7 in Dm 5.12 in
Glass Table Lamp by Uno and Östen Kristiansson for Luxus Vittsjö, Sweden, 1970s
By Uno & Östen Kristiansson, Luxus of Sweden, Luxus Vittsjö
Located in Mortsel, BE
Beautiful glass table lamp. In perfect condition with the original brand sticker still on. The glass is made with a white inner layer to di...
Glass
$13,900
H 43.31 in W 24.81 in D 27.96 in
Bjorn Tragardh and Uno Åhren, Lounge Chair, Velvet, Birch, Sweden, 1930s
By Bjorn Tragardh, Svenskt Tenn
Located in High Point, NC
A modernist velvet and birch lounge chair designed by Bjorn Tragardh and Uno Åhren and produced by Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, 1930s. Seat Height (inches): 15.5" Arm Height (inches): 23....
Velvet, Birch
$1,765
H 1.58 in Dm 37.8 in
Rare mirror by Uno & Östen Kristiansson for Luxus Möbelfabrik Sweden 1960s
By Luxus of Sweden, Uno & Östen Kristiansson
Located in Antwerp, BE
Lovely round mirror by Uno & Östen Kristiansson for Luxus Vittsjö Möbelfabrik Sweden, 1960s. This large mirror has a solid pine wooden frame with decorative integrated wooden nails. ...
Pine
$2,824
H 1.97 in Dm 20.48 in
Teak and Leather Uno & Östen Kristiansson Swedish Wall Mirror for Luxus, 1960s
By Uno & Östen Kristiansson, Luxus Vittsjö
Located in Roma, IT
Swedish mirror by Uno & Östen Kristiansson for Luxus in teak with a leather hanging strap. The frame circulates the glass and is made out of different pieces of wood which were i...
Leather, Mirror, Teak
Pair of Minimalist Pine Lounge Chairs, Italy, 1970s
Located in Aartselaar, BE
Pine, Italian, design, rustic, minimalist, wabi-sabi, 1970s, mid-century modern A pair of minimalist lounge chairs made out of solid pine wood in Italy during the 1970s. These armchairs have chunky arms and a solid wooden frame made out of large slabs of wood. The wood has a beautiful golden shade that adds warmth to any room. The taupe-grey soft matte velvet cushions complement the armchairs perfectly. They are a standout piece that can also blend in with any interior. The armchairs are both functional and beautiful in their simplicity. They are rather small in size, making them perfect for any kind of smaller interior project. The cushions have been reupholstered by a skilled craftsman in a high-quality Belgian fabric...
Wood, Pine, Fabric, Cotton
Large Uno Kristiansson Table Lamp, Turned Solid Pine, Luxus Sweden, 1960s
By Uno Kristiansson, Luxus Vittsjö, Luxus of Sweden, Uno & Östen Kristiansson
Located in Stockholm, SE
A large, sculptural, solid pine table lamp designed by Uno Kristiansson around 1966 and made by Luxus. The body of the design is turned pine wood. Although the form of the lamp is ...
Pine
$1,800
H 9.06 in Dm 19.69 in
Pendant Lamp UFO model 565 by Uno & Östen Kristiansson for Luxus Vittsjö, Sweden
By Uno Kristiansson, Luxus Vittsjö, Luxus of Sweden, Uno & Östen Kristiansson
Located in Stockholm, SE
Elegant Mid-Century Modern pendant lamp or hanging light model 565 / UFO. Designed by Uno & Östen Kristiansson, 1950s for Luxus, Vittsjö, Sweden. Executed in matte opal glass diffuso...
Opaline Glass, Teak
Table Lamp by Uno & Östen Kristiansson for Luxus
By Uno & Östen Kristiansson, Luxus of Sweden
Located in Sagaponack, NY
Bulbous glass table lamp of diminutive stature of opaque white glass beneath a white acrylic upper section which acts as both a diffuser for the light source as well as a holder for ...
Glass, Acrylic
Sold
H 13.39 in W 9.06 in D 10.63 in
Wall lights / Sconces, Solid Pine, Uno Kristiansson Luxus Sweden, 1960s
By Luxus of Sweden, Uno Kristiansson, Östen Kristiansson, Luxus Vittsjö, Uno & Östen Kristiansson
Located in Stockholm, SE
A pair of large wall lights designed by Uno Kristiansson circa 1966 and made by Luxus. The main body of the design is turned pine wood. White acrylic diffusers sit atop the sconces a...
Fabric, Plastic, Pine
Sold
H 13 in W 9.06 in D 10.63 in
Uno Kristiansson Luxus Sweden Wall Lights / Sconces Solid Pine Sweden, 1960s
By Luxus of Sweden, Uno Kristiansson, Östen Kristiansson, Luxus Vittsjö, Uno & Östen Kristiansson
Located in Stockholm, SE
A pair of large wall lights designed by Uno Kristiansson circa 1966 and made by Luxus. The main body of the design is turned pine wood. White acrylic diffusers sit atop the sconces. ...
Plastic, Pine
Kristiansson Teak Table Mirror, Luxus, Sweden 1960s
By Bo Kristiansen, Östen Kristiansson, Luxus of Sweden
Located in Stockholm, SE
A teak table mirror, designed by the brothers Uno and Östen Kristiansson for Luxus in Vittsjö during the 1960s, is an excellent example of Scandinavian modern design. The mirror is c...
Glass, Teak
1960s ceiling lamp, Uno & Östen Kristiansson
By Östen Kristiansson, Luxus of Sweden
Located in Neuss, NW
Classic ceiling lamp from the 1960s in Scandinavian style by Uno & Östen Kristiansson for Luxus, Sweden. The lamp has a frosted glass shade with a teak tip. Quality Features: v...
Glass, Teak
Model 424 oak mirror by Uno and Östen Kristiansson for Luxus, Sweden 1950s
By Luxus of Sweden, Uno Kristiansson, Östen Kristiansson
Located in ECHT, NL
Rare model 424 wall mirror by Uno and Östen Kristiansson for Luxus Sweden 1960s. The frame is made from oak with sawtooth connections. Between the frame and the mirror a leather rin...
Leather, Mirror, Oak
Round Teak Mirror by Östen Kristiansson for Luxus, 1950s
By Luxus of Sweden, Östen Kristiansson
Located in Antwerp, BE
Round mirror by Uno & Östen Kristiansson for Luxus, 1950's, Sweden Design featured teak with a leather hanging strap. The frame circulates the glass and is made hand-crafted. This m...
Leather, Mirror, Teak
Sold
H 13 in W 9.06 in D 10.63 in
Uno Kristiansson Luxus Sweden Wall Lights / Sconces Solid Pine Sweden, 1960s
By Luxus of Sweden, Uno Kristiansson, Östen Kristiansson, Luxus Vittsjö, Uno & Östen Kristiansson
Located in Stockholm, SE
A pair of large wall lights designed by Uno Kristiansson circa 1966 and made by Luxus. The main body of the design is turned pine wood. White acrylic diffusers sit atop the sconces. ...
Plastic, Pine
Sconces / Wall Lights in Solid Pine, Luxus Sweden, 1960s
By Luxus of Sweden, Uno Kristiansson, Östen Kristiansson, Luxus Vittsjö, Uno & Östen Kristiansson
Located in Stockholm, SE
A pair of large wall lights designed by Uno Kristiansson circa 1966 and made by Luxus. The main body of the design is turned pine wood. White acrylic diffusers sit atop the sconces a...
Fabric, Plastic, Pine
Sold
H 20.87 in W 15.75 in D 1.19 in
Oak wall mirrors designed by Östen Kristiansson for Luxus Vittsjö, Sweden, 1950s
By Luxus Vittsjö, Östen Kristiansson
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Rare pair of wall mirrors designed by Östen Kristiansson for his own firm Luxus Vittsjö, Sweden, during the 1950s. Made in solid oak in asymmetrical shape.
Mirror, Oak
Oregon Pine Mirror by Luxus, Sweden
By Luxus Vittsjö, Uno Kristiansson, Östen Kristiansson, Vittsjö
Located in Stockholm, Stockholms län
Rare model of wall mirror by Unö & Östen Kristiansson for their own company Luxus, Vittsjö in Sweden during the 1950s. Made from Oregon Pine with crystal glass mirror. Stamped in...
Mirror, Pine
Stool in Oak by Östen Kristiansson for Luxus
By Östen Kristiansson
Located in Göteborg, SE
Östen Kristiansson's stool for Luxus is a timeless and elegant piece of furniture. This stool combines simplicity, functionality and Scandinavian design in one. The stool is made of...
Leather, Oak
Sold
H 13 in W 9.06 in D 10.63 in
Uno Kristiansson, Sconces / Wall Lights, Solid Pine, Luxus Sweden, 1960s
By Uno Kristiansson, Luxus of Sweden, Uno & Östen Kristiansson, Östen Kristiansson, Luxus Vittsjö
Located in Stockholm, SE
A pair of large wall lights designed by Uno Kristiansson circa 1966 and made by Luxus. The main body of the design is turned pine wood. White acrylic diffusers sit atop the sconces a...
Fabric, Plastic, Pine