Uno & Östen Kristiansson Furniture

Table Lamp in Brass and Frosted Glass by Uno and Östen Kristiansson, 1960's Additional Information: Material: Brass, frosted glass Style: Mid century, Scandinavian Produced by Luxus...

Floor Lamp in Brass, Plastic and Fabric by Uno and Östen Kristiansson, 1960's Additional Information: Material: Brass, plastic and fabric Style: Mid century, Scandinavian Produced b...

Uno & Östen Kristiansson for Luxus, hunting chair, model '204', leather, oak, Sweden, 1954 Swedish hunting chair designed by Uno & Östen Kristia...

Uno & Östen Kristiansson for Luxus, hunting chair, model '204', leather, oak, Sweden, 1954 Swedish hunting chair designed by Uno & Östen Kristia...

Coffee table, maple, oak Denmark, 1960s This cocktail table of Danish origin has a splendid construction that embodies a simplistic, natural and timeless aesthetic. A unique detail ...

This marvellous, brass six-light ceiling light was created in what we now call “the golden age of Scandinavian design”. The period saw the revival of an elementary, undecorated visual language, emphasizing sleek design and craftsmanship as this Swedish model demonstrates. Uno & Östen Kristiansson’s present model has a brass body with six arms, each one holding a tubular white acrilyc shade on an elongated shade holder. Following the sleek shape of the shade holders, the rod and the arms uniting at the cluster have the same shape resulting in a sleek look with a contemporary edge. The structure is uncluttered so that the shades can stand out. The eye-catching brass body balances the minimalist look with the warmth the light creates. Thanks to the arrangement of the white acrylic shades, light is distributed evenly in all directions when switched on. The combination of materials, shapes, and textures creates this lamp’s modern, sleek design, a clear return to bright simplicity that is in opposition with the flowing, organic lines of the reconstruction of the early 20th century. Defined by long, vertical lines, this model is uniquely stylish and guaranteed to stand out. In 1950, Uno Kristiansson founded his own manufacturing company, Luxus, which was situated in Vittsjö. In the 1950s, the collections were launched nationally in Sweden, and internationally across Europe. Swedish designers and brothers Uno & Östen Kristiansson, were particularly active from the 1950s to the 1970s in Sweden. They were prolific designers with a clear design aesthetic that is easily recognizable as Scandinavian modern. Condition: In good vintage condition consistent with age and use. The brass has some small marks and stains. Dimensions: 32.28 in Ø x 33.85 in H 82 cm Ø x 86 cm H About the Designer: Swedish designers and brothers Uno & Östen Kristiansson, known for their lighting and mirror designs, were particularly active from the 1950s to the 1970s in Sweden. Although there is a dearth of biographical information available on the pair, their designs are nonetheless appreciated by vintage lovers, and are highly sought-after on the vintage market today. Uno was born in 1925, and Östen two years later in 1927. Little is known about their formative years, but it can be surmised that they spent their early years in southern Sweden, learning the furniture trade from their father who ran his own furniture business, Vittsjö Furniture (established in 1919), named after the Swedish village in which it was located. In 1950, Uno Kristiansson founded his own manufacturing company, Luxus, which was also situated in Vittsjö. He produced a range of products, including home and interior lamps, furniture and mirrors, that were designed by the two brothers. In the 1950s, the collections were launched nationally in Sweden, and internationally across Europe. In 1968, Luxus presented a collection of lamps with brightly coloured textile shades that perfectly encapsulated the mood of the 1960s. They are said to have been designed by renowned Finnish textile...

Uno & Östen Kristiansson for Luxus of Sweden, pair of stools. leather, teak, France, 1950s Elegant in line and practical to use, these stools by Uno & Östen Kristiansson are exempla...

Uno & Östen Kristiansson for Luxus, pair of hunting chairs, model '204', leather, oak, Sweden, 1954 Swedish hunting chairs designed by Uno & Öst...

Uno & Östen Kristiansson for Luxus, pair of hunting chairs, model '204', leather, oak, Sweden, 1954 Swedish hunting chairs designed by Uno & Öst...

Rare ceiling lamp designed by Uno & Östen Kristiansson. Produced by Luxus in Vittsjö, Sweden.

Rare floor lamp designed by Uno & Östen Kristiansson. Produced by Luxus in Vittsjö, Sweden.  

Rare mirror in mahogany designed by Uno & Östen Kristiansson. Produced by Luxus in Vittsjö, Sweden.

Elegant hand mirror by Uno and Östen Kristiansson, made from rosewood. Smooth design where the simple lines are contrasted with the organic ...

Rare hunting easy chair designed by Uno & Östen Kristiansson. Produced by Luxus in Vittsjö, Sweden.

Rare table mirror designed by Uno & Östen Kristiansson. Produced by Luxus in Vittsjö, Sweden.

Rare mirror / hand mirror designed by Uno & Östen Kristiansson. Produced by Luxus in Vittsjö, Sweden.

Rare wall lamps designed by Uno & Östen Kristiansson. Produced by Luxus in Vittsjö, Sweden. The listed price is for one lamp, there are 3 lamps available.

Rare table mirror designed by Uno & Östen Kristiansson. Produced by Luxus in Vittsjö, Sweden.

Teak and white glass shades. Measures: height: 195 cm / 6’ 4 ¾’’ diameter: 110 cm / 3’ 7 ¼’’.

Rare table mirror designed by Uno & Östen Kristiansson. Produced by Luxus in Vittsjö, Sweden.

Neat rosewood side or small coffee table by Uno and Östen Kristiansson. Sleek, clean lines, with slender steel legs. The top squares of the legs make cool details at the corners of t...

Rare mirror designed by Uno & Östen Kristiansson. Produced by Luxus in Vittsjö, Sweden.

Rare mirror in rosewood designed by Uno & Östen Kristiansson. Produced by Luxus in Vittsjö, Sweden.

Rare table mirror designed by Uno & Östen Kristiansson. Produced by Luxus in Vittsjö, Sweden.

Pair of cool side tables by Uno and Östen Kristiansson. Sleek, square steel legs fitted neatly into the rosewood table tops.

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 ...

Rare collection of 4 side tables / plant stand designed by Uno & Östen Kristiansson. Produced by Luxus in Vittsjö, Sweden. Dimensions plant (W x D x H): 60 x 39,5 x 46 cm. Dimensio...

Stool designed by Uno & Östen Kristiansson. Produced by Luxus in Vittsjö, Sweden.

An elegant and useful pair of cylindrical wall sconces simply executed in translucent Perspex and lacquered steel.

Big ceiling lamps model 587 designed by Uno & Östen Kristiansson. Produced by Luxus in Vittsjö, Sweden.

An elegant wall mirror manufactured in Sweden with a handcrafted teak-frame with bowed sides and original glass.

Ceiling lamp designed by Uno & Östen Kristiansson. Produced by Luxus in Vittsjö, Sweden.

Round mirror in teak and leather designed by Uno & Östen Kristiansson. Produced by Luxus in Vittsjö, Sweden.

Rare table mirror designed by Uno & Östen Kristiansson. Produced by Luxus in Vittsjö, Sweden.

Beautiful wall dressing table by Uno and Östen Kristiansson, made from oak. Cool details in the joinery and the sculpted handles on the drawers.