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 Uno & Östen Kristiansson table lamps, wall lights and other furniture on 1stDibs.
Teak and Plexiglass Flush Mount by Uno & Östen Kristiansson for Luxus Sweden
By Uno & Östen Kristiansson, Luxus of Sweden
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Designed by renowned Swedish designers Uno and Östen Kristiansson for Luxus in the 1960s, this exceptional flush mount lamp embodies the elegance of Scandinavian modernism. The cente...
Teak, Plexiglass
A pair of large Disc Lamps from Luxus Sweden design by Uno & Östen Kristiansson
By Luxus of Sweden, Uno & Östen Kristiansson
Located in Skarpnäck, SE
A fantastic pair of large Mid-century modern Disc ceiling lamps, DESIGN by UNO & ÖSTEN KRISTIANSSON for LUXUS, Vittsjö Sweden, 1960s. These lamps are iconic, with simple yet sophisti...
Metal
Glass Table Lamp by Uno and Östen Kristiansson for Luxus Vittsjö, Sweden, 1970s
By Luxus Vittsjö, Uno & Östen Kristiansson, Luxus of Sweden
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
H 14.5 in Dm 9 in
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
H 9.06 in Dm 19.69 in
Pendant Lamp UFO model 565 by Uno & Östen Kristiansson for Luxus Vittsjö, Sweden
By Uno & Östen Kristiansson, Luxus Vittsjö, Uno Kristiansson, Luxus of Sweden
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
H 24.41 in Dm 13.78 in
Pair large cylindric wood Table Lamps by Uno & Östen Kristiansson, Luxus, Sweden
By Uno & Östen Kristiansson, Luxus of Sweden, Östen Kristiansson, Luxus Vittsjö, Uno Kristiansson
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
H 39.38 in Dm 40.16 in
Uno & Östen Kristiansson 1960s Chandelier for Luxus, Sweden
By Uno & Östen Kristiansson, Luxus Vittsjö
Located in Vienna, AT
Designed by Uno & Östen Kristiansson in the 1960s in Sweden for Luxus, Vittsjö. A pine wood ring with eight arms and yellow Texolux shades made of Thai silk.
Brass
H 14.97 in W 8.67 in D 4.34 in
60s 70s Lamp Teak Light Wall Lamp Uno & Östen Kristiansson Luxus
By Uno & Östen Kristiansson, Luxus of Sweden
Located in Neuenkirchen, NI
60s 70s lamp teak light wall lamp Uno & Östen Kristiansson Luxus 60s Object: wall lamp Manufacturer: Luxury Condition: good Age: around 1960-1970 Dimensions: 22cm x 11cm x 38cm...
Metal
H 9.06 in W 5.91 in D 5.52 in
Uno & Östen Kristiansson 2 Teak Sconces for Luxus Sweden 1960
By Uno & Östen Kristiansson
Located in Paris, IDF
Uno & Osten Kristiansson a pair of teak and acrylic sconces wall lights Luxus. Vittsio. Sweden 1960 Good condition, Electrical function not tested The designer brothers Uno & Östen Kristiansson are known for their lighting and mirrors and were particularly active from 1950 to 1970 in Sweden. They were prolific designers with a clear design aesthetic, easily identifiable as "Scandinavian Modern". Although there is little biographical information about the duo, their work is highly regarded by vintage enthusiasts and is in high demand on the vintage market today. In 1950, Uno Kristiansson founded his own factory, Luxus, also located in Vittsjö. There he produced indoor and outdoor lamps, furniture and mirrors, designed by the two brothers. Their collections were launched in Sweden and throughout Europe in 1950. In 1968, Luxus introduced a collection of lamps with brightly colored shades that perfectly captured the spirit of the 1960s. They are said to have been designed by the renowned Finnish textile...
Teak, Acrylic
H 23.63 in Dm 22.84 in
Set of 5 Luxus Chandeliers by Uno & Östen Kristiansson, Sweden, 1960s
By Luxus of Sweden, Uno & Östen Kristiansson
Located in Stockholm, SE
5 pieces available. Designed by Uno & Östen Kristiansson for Luxus, Sweden. Please note: listed price is for one (1) chandelier. Produced early 1960s, Sweden. Please note: H...
Brass
H 24.41 in Dm 13.78 in
Pair large Table Lamps, Stained solid Pine, Uno Kristiansson, Luxus, Sweden
By Uno & Östen Kristiansson, Luxus of Sweden, Luxus Vittsjö, Östen Kristiansson, Uno Kristiansson
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
H 35.44 in Dm 5.52 in
Large Pendant Lamp by Uno & Östen Kristiansson for Luxus, Sweden, 1960s
By Luxus Vittsjö, Uno & Östen Kristiansson
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
This lamp features teak and Acrylic Shade. It has an E27 sockets. It is wired, and in working condition. It runs both on 110 / 230 volt. Scandinavian midcentury. Clean sharp lines a...
Glass, Teak
H 29.93 in Dm 17.72 in
Teak Table Lamp Luxus of Sweden by Uno & Östen Kristiansson 1970s
By Uno & Östen Kristiansson, Luxus of Sweden
Located in Hannover, DE
This table lamp is a product designed by Uno Östen and Krstiansson in the 1970s. The height of the wood is 47cm , it has only one buld socket. The lamp is in a good condition and r...
Silk, Plastic, Wood, Teak
H 14.77 in Dm 9.45 in
Teak and Opaline Glass Pendant Lamp by Uno and Östen Kristiansson for Luxus
By Uno & Östen Kristiansson, Luxus of Sweden
Located in Steenwijk, NL
This very elegant pendant lamp was designed by Uno and Östen Kristiansson for Luxus in Sweden in the 1950's. It has an opaline glass shade with a teak wooden suspension. It gives a b...
Opaline Glass, Teak
H 4.73 in Dm 23.63 in
Pair of Large Wall or Ceiling Lamps by U. & O. Kristiansson for Luxus
By Uno & Östen Kristiansson
Located in Vlimmeren, BE
This nice pair of lamps were designd by Uno and Östen Kristiansson for the Swedish company Luxus in the 1960s. The natural teak frame holds the round white opaline PMMA plastic sha...