Vintage Yngve Ekström furniture embodies the beauty and simplicity of the Scandinavian modern style. The Swedish designer, architect and woodworker created clean-lined hardwood pieces with sophisticated details and flourishes. He was known for his comfortable lounge chair designs as well as chic cocktail tables and handsome highboard cabinets.
Ekström was born in 1913 in Småland, home to Sweden’s oldest furniture factory, Hagafors Stolfabrik. After his father died, he began working at the factory. In 1945, Ekström and his older brother, Jerker Ekström, opened ESE Möbler, a furniture company headquartered in their hometown. In 1952, they received acclaim for their innovative Thema chair. The laminated veneer chair was packed flat for easy shipping so customers could assemble it at home. Ekström followed it with the 1955 Arka chair for the furniture manufacturer Stolab. A spindle backrest and spacious curved seat gave the chair comfort and style.
Ekström’s most popular design was the 1956 Lamino chair. Still in production, the minimalist wooden-frame chair features a sinuous and inviting profile with a high backrest. Looking back at his well-loved design, Ekström said: “To have designed one good chair might not be a bad life’s work.”
After Ekström’s brother left the company, he changed the name to Swedese. Ekström sold Swedese in 1974, but continued to design for it until he died in 1988. His furniture is in museum collections around the world, including the National Museum in Stockholm, the Stedelijk Museum in Amsterdam and the Victoria & Albert museum in London. In 1999, Swedish design magazine Sköna Hems named the Lamino chair the “20th-Century’s Best Swedish Furniture Design.”
Swedese, which still occupies its original building in Småland, partnered with artist Kustaa Saksi in 2017 to update the iconic Lamino chair.
On 1stDibs, find vintage Yngve Ekström seating, tables, storage cabinets and more.
Scandinavian Modern Sculptural Floor Lamps in Pine, Yngve Ekström Sweden 1970s
By Yngve Ekström
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
Floor lamps manufactured in Sweden. It’s made in solid pine. These ones with organically sculptured pine that gives a wonderful floor lamp. Nice vintage condition, small marks, and...
Pine
Mid-century Tulip table lamp by Yngve Ekström for Pileprodukter, Sweden, 1970s
By Yngve Ekström
Located in Forserum, SE
Table lamp ‘Tulip’ designed in the 1970’s by Swedish architect Yngve Ekström. Made from white acrylic with clear details. It features an orange inner shade that imparts a warm and co...
Plastic, Acrylic
Pair of Floor Lamps "Lystella" in Pine by Yngve Ekström, 1970s
By Yngve Ekström
Located in Göteborg, SE
A pair of pine floor lamps with fabric and lace lampshades. The lampshades were designed by Yngve Ekström in the 70s. The lamps are in nice vintage condition.
Fabric, Pine
$4,613 / set
H 57.09 in Dm 11.82 in
Scandinavian Modern Sculptural Floor Lamps Made in Pine, Sweden 1970s
By Luxus Vittsjö, Uno Kristiansson
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
Floor lamps manufactured in Sweden. It’s made in solid pine. These ones with organically sculptured pine that gives a wonderful floor lamp. The floor lamps have 3 lamp sockets each. ...
Pine
Mid-Century Table Lamp by Napako, 1970s
By Napako
Located in Praha, CZ
Big black table lamp. New paint Minor loses of color seen on photos. 2 x 40W, E25-E27 bulbs US plug adapter included.
Metal
Swedish Mid-Century Designer Pine Table Lamp, Scandinavian Modern, 1970s
By Solbackens Svarveri, Markslöjd
Located in Stockholm, SE
A beautifully sculptural Swedish table lamp crafted in bentwood pine, dating to the 1970s. This piece exemplifies the warmth and quiet sophistication of Scandinavian Modern design, w...
Fabric, Pine
Floor Lamp, 1970s
Located in Ljubljana, SI
Vintage floor lamp Style: industrial Production: 1970s Country of manufacturer: Switzerland Condition: original vintage condition.
Aluminum, Chrome
$1,173
H 25.98 in Dm 20.87 in
Mid-Century Swedish Anna Table Lamp by Anna Ehrner for Ateljé Lyktan, 1970s
By Anna Ehrner
Located in Hamburg, DE
Rare table lamp Anna by Atelje Lyktan based on a design by Anna Ehrner from the 70s. What is particularly special about this design is the contrast between natural fabric and chrome...
Metal
Swedish Designer, Floor Lamp, Brass, Pine, Sweden, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and pine floor lamp designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1970s. Light oxidation present on brass stand. Minor wear consistent with age and use to pine shade. Dimensions o...
Brass
Scandinavian Mid Century Sculptural Floor Lamp in Solid Pine, 1970s
By Sven Larsson, Roland Wilhelmsson
Located in Odense, DK
Large organic floor lamp in solid pine. Made by unknown cabinetmaker in 1970s - probably Swedish or Danish. This piece is in a great vintage condition. A warm colour and patina th...
Pine
$2,105Sale Price|37% Off
H 57.49 in W 27.56 in D 19.69 in
Sculptural Floor Lamp in Birch Wood and Brass by Markslöjd, Sweden, 1970s
By Markslöjd
Located in Karis, Nyland
This striking floor lamp was produced by Markslöjd in Kinna, Sweden, in the 1970s. The piece is marked with the Markslöjd label and model number on the underside of the base. The de...
Brass
$921
H 53.15 in W 10.63 in D 10.63 in
Vintage Swedish pine floor lamp by Solbackens Svarveri AB, 1970s
By Solbackens Svarveri
Located in Gaggenau, DE
Vintage Swedish pine floor lamp by Solbackens Svarveri AB, 1970s Adjustable shade (gooseneck) - original lamp fabric shade in a perfect condition. Design year: 1950/60s Lamp Dime...
Fabric, Pine
Table lamps by Miranda AB, Sweden, 1970s
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Pair of table lamps produced by Miranda AB. Crafted in rattan with brass details, combining natural texture with a balanced form. A timeless design characteristic of Swedish modern l...
Brass
Sculptural Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamp in Solid Pine, 1970s
By Ateljé Lyktan, Uno Kristiansson
Located in Odense, DK
A charming floor lamp in solid pine. Attributed to Uno Kristiansson. Fine craftmanship, perfectly suited for any interior style. A Modern, Scandinavian, Classic or an Art deco home ...
Wood, Pine
Swedish Designer, Floor Lamp, Pine, Paper, Sweden, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A pine and paper floor lamp, designed and produced in Sweden, 1970s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 59" H x 15" Diameter Bulb Specifications: E-26 Bulb Number of Sockets: 1
Pine, Paper
Yngve Ekström, Floor Lamp, Pine, Fabric, Sweden, 1970s
By Swedese, Yngve Ekström
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable pine and white fabric floor lamp designed by Yngve Ekström and produced by Swedese, Sweden, c. 1970s. Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 54.75” H x 21.625” Diamet...
Fabric, Pine