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Mid-Century Modern Brass and Glass Ceiling Lamp, Europe, circa 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
At its most basic level, Mid-Century Modern designs are known for juxtaposing sleek lines with organic shapes, using new materials and methods to reimagine traditional pieces. Materi...
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Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Pierre Chapo "T21B" Dining Table in Solid Elm, France 1970s
By Pierre Chapo
Located in Utrecht, NL
This “T21D” dining table, also known as “Sfax” is among the very best of Chapo’s designs with a strong architectural approach. Although very sturdy on first sight, the outstanding de...
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Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Elm
Lacquered Mid-Century Modern Table Lamp with Brass Details, Scandinavia ca 1960s
Located in Utrecht, NL
Scandinavia is extremely important in mid-century modern design history. In contrast with the functionalism of the International, designers from the region brought a refreshing breat...
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Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass, Metal
Two-Seater Sofa by Otto Schulz 'Attr.' for Boet, Sweden, 1940s
By Otto Schulz
Located in Utrecht, NL
This spectacular two-seater sofa by Swedish designer, Otto Schulz, is a beautiful example of the furniture designer’s repertoire of cleverly constructed pieces. With a creative and m...
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Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Wall Lamps "Bo" by Jørgen Bo for Fog og Mørup, Denmark 1960s
Located in Utrecht, NL
This pair of wall lamps of Fog & Mørup production were designed by architect and designer Professor Jørgen Bo. Like the architect/designer’s other creations, these wall sconces are b...
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Brass Pendant Light with Patterned Amber Glass, Europe, circa 1960s
Located in Utrecht, NL
This unique ceiling lamp is the result of an era when old and new influences interacted actively, combining traditional methods and looks with the 20th century’s design movements’ pe...
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Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Daybed with Upholstered Mattress and Brass Shoes, Denmark ca 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
This gorgeous daybed was inspired by classic Danish furniture design and its elegant simplicity. ‘Danish Modern’ is a recognized term around the world, standing for the characteristi...
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Daybeds
Materials
Brass
European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chair with Beech Wood Legs, Europe 1960s
Located in Utrecht, NL
Like Marco Zanuso’s similar “Lady” armchair or Alf Svensson’s “Capri”, and Bengt Ruda’s “Ombord”, this gentle and stylish silhouette hasn’t seen a de...
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Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Svante Skogh "Pallas" Lounge Chairs for Asko, Finland, 1950s
By Asko, Svante Skogh
Located in Utrecht, NL
This pair of spectacular “Pallas” chairs by Swedish designer, Svante Skogh dates to 1954 and is a rather rare example of the interior and furniture design...
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Svend Aage Holm Sørensen 'Attributed' Model “8208” Lamp, Sweden, 1950s
By Boréns Borås, Svend Aage Holm Sørensen
Located in Utrecht, NL
Svend Aage Holm-Sørensen was a Danish designer who is best known for his wide collection of light fixtures. A licensed ornamental metalworker, Holm-Sørensen started his design career in the 1950s, and many of his designs feature metal surface with different ornaments and perforations.
As the story goes, the designer sketched...
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass, Sheet Metal
Modern Scandinavian Lounge Chairs with Tapered Feet, Scandinavia, Ca 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
Scandinavian design is a distinctive style that represents a design philosophy, guided by functionality, simplicity and clean lines. The maker of this pair of lounge chairs not only ...
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Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Set of Six Upholstered Dining Chairs by a European Cabinetmaker, Europe ca 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
This set of six dining chairs has an elegant appearance combined with distinctive design elements. For cabinetmakers in Europe, creating seating has operated as a blank canvas upon w...
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Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Late 20th Century Anglo-Chinese Chairs with Caned Seats, Europe 1980s
Located in Utrecht, NL
The influence of Chinese design on the West has been subtle, almost by osmosis, but we can see references in much of western art and design. Much of Europe has long had a magpie tradition of taking from the different cultures it has come into contact with in its past, furniture being no exception.
Similar to European Chinoiseries, Britain formulated an Anglo-Chinese style that copied Chinese models yet adhered to British fashions affecting furniture design. The resulting aesthetic is quite unique and has evolved much in the past decades as demonstrated by these armchairs. These solid, exotic wood chairs...
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Vintage 1980s European Other Chairs
Materials
Wood, Cane
Danish Cabinetmaker Upholstered Chairs with Stained Beech Legs, Denmark ca 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
Strongly influenced by the functional forms of the Bauhaus school, Danish designers led the way in furniture design during the 1950s. They combined the inspiration brought by new ind...
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Mid-Century Modern Brass Floor Lamp with Fabric Shade, Scandinavia, 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
The so-called ‘Golden Age’ of the 1950s is often cited as the apex of the Scandinavian design movement, when an unparalleled volume of international design icons and iconic furniture...
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Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
“Model 214” Two-Seater Sofa by Kurt Olsen for Slagelse Møbelværk, Denmark 1960s
By Slagelse Mobelvaerk, Kurt Olsen
Located in Utrecht, NL
The “Model 214” sofa was designed by Danish designer and architect Kurt Olsen during the 1960s and unifies some of the best characteristics of the Danish Mid-Century Modern movement’...
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Beech, Wood
German Oak Dining Table with Triangular Top, Germany 1960s
Located in Utrecht, NL
Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that best describe this massive dining table. The evolution of mid-century design in postwar Germany was a direct consequence of accepting, continuing, and further developing the ideas of the predecessing movements. It was, in a way, a “softer” version of the modern movement by adopting natural, organic forms.
The distinctive triangular ‘guitar pick’ shape of this table is quite popular thanks to its functional and stylish look. While dining tables are furniture pieces that are generally associated with their functional role, exceptional Mid-Century Modern models like this one manage to stand out next to their utilitarian role. This table’s curved shape and generous surface area make it a perfect dining table, while not compromising on aesthetics. The 19th century Biedermeier furniture design was based on utilitarian principles with a simple and elegant style, and mid-century modernism carried these principles well into the 20th century. The mid-century German style’s construction utilized the ideal of truth through materials. As a result, the wood grain was the key decorative element in the design. Following this ideal, this table’s top...
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Wood
European Mid-Century Modern Accent Chairs, Europe, 1960s
Located in Utrecht, NL
Cosy shapes and elegant hues come together to make this pair of easy chairs a stylish accent pieces that cannot go overlooked. Boasting strong curved lines, custom oak legs, and luxu...
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Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Carl Malmsten "Samspel" Sofa for AB Record Bollnäs, Sweden, 1950s
By Carl Malmsten
Located in Utrecht, NL
The “Samspel”, or “Interaction” sofa model was first introduced at the exhibition at Röhsska Museet (the Swedish Museum of Design and Crafts) in Gothenburg in 1956. The model’s name ...
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Carl Malmsten "Samspel" Armchairs for O. H. Sjögren, Sweden, 1950s
By O.H. Sjögren, Carl Malmsten
Located in Utrecht, NL
The stylish midcentury curves that define Carl Malmsten’s aesthetic are just as recognizable today as they were 70 years ago. The Swedish designer devoted his life to the renewal of ...
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
“Model 159” Daybed in Bouclé by Bernhard Pedersen Og Søn, Denmark, 1960s
By Bernhard Pedersen & Son
Located in Utrecht, NL
??This gorgeous oak daybed model by the Danish furniture maker Bernhard Pedersen og Søn was inspired by Classic Danish furniture design and simplicity.
The streamlined solid wood ...
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Daybeds
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Sculptural Accent Chairs with Metal Legs, Europe, circa 1960s
Located in Utrecht, NL
Among the many excellent European Mid-Century Modern designs, some were well-known for their flair for the dramatic, which becomes evident upon looking at this set of six accent chai...
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Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
European Armchairs in Mongolian Shearling, Europe, circa 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
In Europe, Mid-Century Modern design is a remarkable combination of concern for comfort and materiality melded with a desire for Shaker-like clarity. As these chairs show, the aesthe...
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Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Wood
Rare "Eared" Lounge Chair by Bengt Ruda for Artifort, The Netherlands, 1960s
By Artifort, Bengt Ruda
Located in Utrecht, NL
This cosy midcentury lounge chair by Bengt Ruda is an exceptional find, as this “eared” version is one of the designer’s rarest designs. The combination of the Swedish designer’s IDE...
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Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
European Cabinetmaker Armchairs with Curved Arms, Europe, 1930s
Located in Utrecht, NL
This elegant pair of armchairs is an interesting bridge between the 20th century’s earlier artistic movements, like Art Deco, and the modernist movement that was about to shape most ...
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Vintage 1930s European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist "Lilla Adam" Armchair, Sweden, 1950s
By Nordiska Kompaniet, Kerstin Horlin Holmquist
Located in Utrecht, NL
The “Little Adam” chair model is from the timeless and iconic Paradise Collection from the Triva Series, which was created in 1958 by Kerstin Hörlin-...
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Paavo Tynell "80112-25" Ceiling Lights for Idman Oy, Finland, 1950s
By Paavo Tynell, Idman Oy
Located in Utrecht, NL
The most famous Finnish industrial designer, Paavo Tynell came to be known as the “man who illuminated Finland” thanks to his notable lighting designs. A master craftsman himself, Tynell’s designs were derivative of a traditional aesthetic with a modern sensibility, mixed with an extensive use of glass and brass as material.
Tynell’s designs in the ceiling lamp series that these lamps belong to, merge together simple shapes and sculptural elements. In the 1950s, he designed a number of iconic lamps that are still sought after today, including this pair of rare milk glass ceiling lamps...
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Metal
Robin Berrewaerts Black Eboninzed Oak Bench, Belgium 21st Century
Located in Utrecht, NL
Robin Berrewaerts’s black oak bench is hand-sculpted and made of ebonized oak with an oil finish. Each piece is a unique expression, attacking the wood...
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21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Post-Modern Benches
Materials
Wood
Marco Comolli "CP1" Lounge Chair for ICF De Padova, Italy, 1960s
By ICF De Padova, Marco Comolli
Located in Utrecht, NL
The design of the “CP1” dates to 1963, an era when experimentation with new forms and materials was still ongoing in Italy. The results - as demonstrated by these chairs - preserved ...
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Italian Bamboo Lounge Chairs with Upholstered Cushions, Italy, 1970s
Located in Utrecht, NL
The 1970s were a boom time in Italy, a decade of mass production and innovation when designers made huge quantities of furniture and sold it through department stores. As a result, exceptional pieces from the 1970s are in short supply. Most are still in Italy, with exceptions like these bamboo lounge chairs.
With their fresh colours and shiny surfaces, pieces from the 1970s are very appealing and photogenic. During the 20th century, bamboo enjoyed a few resurgences of popularity as it has always conjured up feelings of travel and pleasure. These lounge chairs are all that and more: they showcase a precision that was unachievable by methods of mass production, therefore there is the charm and quality that handcrafted pieces possess. This is most apparent in the arms with a dynamic, flowing curve. Each of the seven pieces stems from the same spot at the top, gradually increasing in size to form the armrests. The backs are also formed from individual pieces of bamboo, bent at their “hip” to create the reclined position of the backs. To enhance the sense of relaxed lounging, the chairs sit very low with two cushions comprising the seats. The upper seat and back cushions are upholstered in a floral, patterned fabric that further add to the cosy impression. Bamboo’s ability to be both delicate and ornate, as well as bohemian and relaxed means that it fits into a host of different types of interiors.
Italian furniture managed to preserve the uniqueness of handmade pieces well into the 20th century. Bamboo has a place in almost every setting, traditional or modern, as it is a grounding force that makes everything feel a bit more at ease. It was a popular choice for casual '70s décor...
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Bamboo
Italian Modern Armchairs with Brass Legs, Italy, 1960s
Located in Utrecht, NL
The postwar boom years of the 1950s through to the 1960s were one of the periods of greatest influence of Italian designers. Design in the 1960s paved a way to a more aesthetical app...
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal
Paavo Tynell Wrought Iron "1709" Chandelier for Oy Taito AB, Finland, 1930s
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Utrecht, NL
It is simply impossible to talk about 20th century Finnish lighting design without mentioning Paavo Tynell. Widely referred to as “The Man who Illuminated Finland”, Tynell not only f...
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Vintage 1930s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Wrought Iron
Giorgio Armani Chestnut Constructivist Side Chairs, Italy, 1990s
By Giorgio Armani
Located in Utrecht, NL
Designed by Giorgio Armani, these side chairs have the same elegant aesthetic the designer is known for. The precision of construction is evident, with a result that feels modern as ...
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1990s Italian Minimalist Side Chairs
Materials
Wood
Paavo Tynell Model "556" Pendant Light for Taito Oy, Finland, 1930s
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Utrecht, NL
Surrounding countries exerted a strong influence of the developing ‘Finnish Style’ initially, but a dialogue with nature was to become the prime force in the ongoing evolution of the...
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Vintage 1930s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Sculptural Accent Chair with Metal Legs, Europe, circa 1960s
Located in Utrecht, NL
Among the many excellent European Mid-Century Modern designs, some were well-known for their flair for the dramatic, which becomes evident upon looking at this accent chair. In many ...
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Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
Hans-Agne Jakobsson Model "T-472" Ceiling Lamps for Markaryd, Sweden, 1960s
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson, AB Markaryd
Located in Utrecht, NL
Hans-Agne Jakobsson was a renowned Swedish designer who is known for his exceptional contribution to the field of lighting design. Prolific during the golden age of Scandinavian desi...
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Brass
Marco Comolli "CP1" Lounge Chairs for ICF De Padova, Italy, 1960s
By ICF De Padova, Marco Comolli
Located in Utrecht, NL
The design of the “CP1” dates to 1963, an era when experimentation with new forms and materials was still ongoing in Italy. The results - as demonstrated by these chairs - preserved ...
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist "Little Adam" Armchair, Sweden, 1950s
By Kerstin Horlin Holmquist, Nordiska Kompaniet
Located in Utrecht, NL
The “Little Adam” chair model is from the timeless and iconic Paradise Collection from the Triva Series, which was created in 1958 by Kerstin Hörlin-...
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Paavo Tynell Brass Chandelier for Oy Taito AB, Finland, 1930s
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Utrecht, NL
It is simply impossible to talk about 20th century Finnish lighting design without mentioning Paavo Tynell. Widely referred to as “The Man who Illuminated Finland”, Tynell not only f...
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Vintage 1930s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Round Art Deco Coffee Table with Intarsia, the Netherlands, 1930s
Located in Utrecht, NL
The Amsterdamse School defined Dutch architecture and design from as early as the 1910s. As this decorative table shows, the style has roots in Expressionist architecture, borrowing ...
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Vintage 1930s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Wood
Holger Johansson Ceiling Lamps for Westal, Bankeryd, Sweden, 1960s
By Holger Johansson, Westal
Located in Utrecht, NL
Swedish master of lighting design, Holger Johansson brought much glamour into the Swedish mid-century modernism. Without giving up the “form follows function” ideal of the era, he cr...
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Danish Cabinetmaker High-Back Chair with Stained Beech Arms, Denmark, 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
Throughout Scandinavia, there is a long history of pride in craftsmanship using natural materials like wood. This is especially true for Denmark, and this beautiful high-back chair is a great representation of the quality and craftsmanship of Danish master cabinetmakers.
“Danish Modern” is a recognized term around the world standing for the characteristic style of Danish design created during the mid-20th century. Danish designers were often trained architects themselves, resulting in masterful structures as seen in this high-back chair’s frame. The gentle but crisp angles created from the stained beech are the main decorative elements, especially on the exposed arms that extend to form the front legs effortlessly. However, it is the partially upholstered arms that and robust back that set this model apart. The upholstery engages with the frame uniquely, accentuating the outlines and the beautiful stained beech as well. From the lightly curved “ears” to the lightly reclined back and the tapered legs, the design showcases the best characteristics of Mid-Century Modern design. In service of the “form follows function” ideal of the era, the design is completed by a thick seat cushion that overreach the seat, thus aiding the ultimate lounging experience. The beechwood’s smoothness paired with the soft upholstery’s rich colour and texture creates an elegant, stylish aesthetic.
Looking at this chair, it becomes easy to understand the reason behind the major rise in popularity that Mid-Century Modern has been experiencing for decades now. The natural and unfading beauty of the wooden frames and the quality fabrics help to enhance the genius of the structure. With an outstanding design and craftsmanship, this Danish cabinetmaker chair...
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Beech
Italian Mid-Century Upholstered Lounge Chairs, Italy 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
The 1950s saw brilliant Italian designers working to create furniture of the highest quality that explored truly modern shapes and forms. These designers experimented with new materi...
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Swedish Brass Floor Lamp by Öia Belysning, Sweden, circa 1960s
By Belysning
Located in Utrecht, NL
Swedish Modern, with its simplified lines and lack of excessive ornamentation, was a counter reaction to the earlier, more decorative design movements such as Art Deco. In comparison, as this floor lamp demonstrates, the midcentury era brought streamlined modernism to Sweden as well.
This model was created by the Swedish firm, ÖIA during the golden age of Scandinavian lighting design. The design is characterized by its simplified forms, and stylishly contrasting materials. The body is composed of a beautiful, patinated brass structure with the lower part of the tube wrapped in leather. The round, brass column frames the leather thus highlighting the beautiful handiwork. The contrasting materials are the main appeal of this model and bring the aesthetic into modernism. The shade has a Classic shape that is ideal to direct the light, with a beautiful brass colour and a decorative ring. The head is adjustable thanks to the OMI made joints at the neck, making this lamp perfect spotlight lighting. The OMI company (Otto Meinzer GmbH & Co Metallwarenfabrik from Iserlohn in Germany) was a manufacturer of chromed brass joints for the European and the USA lighting...
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
Swedish Cabinetmaker Wingback Chair with Stained Wood Legs, Sweden, circa 1940s
Located in Utrecht, NL
Mid-Century Modern is to-the-point and no-nonsense, much like the straightforward interior style, which championed notions of functionality, ease and modern simplicity. This characteristic 1940s winged...
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Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Swedish Mid-Century Modern Brass 9-armed Chandelier, Sweden, circa 1960s
Located in Utrecht, NL
This rare, brass nine-armed chandelier was created in what we now call “the golden age of Scandinavian design”. Swedish designers were masters of lighting, designing some of the most...
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Ib Kofod-Larsen "Sälen" Chair with Upholstered Seat for Ope Möbler, Sweden 1950s
By OPE Möbler, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Utrecht, NL
In 1956, the Danish furniture architect Ib Kofod-Larsen received an assignment from the Swedish furniture maker OPE Möbler (Olof Persons Fåtöljindustri) to design a series of “Danish” furniture in order to breathe life into the dying Swedish furniture industry. One of the most prominent pieces of this assignment was the “Sälen”, or the “Seal”.
Ib Kofod-Larsen won the annual award from the Danish Cabinetmakers’ Guild in 1948. A few years later, Swedish furniture maker OPE Möbler commissioned Kofod-Larsen to design a series of furniture. One of those was the elegant Seal Collection...
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Black and Gold Lacquered Metal Wall Light, Europe, circa 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
European midcentury design is generally characterized by simple, elegant forms that embraced timeless beauty with impeccable quality. The era marked a significant period for European...
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Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass, Metal
Finnish Mid-Century Modern Upholstered Lounge Chair, Finland, circa 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
The Nordic perspective on cabinetmaking is exceptional, and Finland is no exception, quite the opposite. Wood is omnipresent in the Nordics, and Finnish woodworking is world-famous f...
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Carl Malmsten "Samsas" Coffee Table for Åfors Möbelfabrik AB, Sweden, 1960s
By Carl Malmsten
Located in Utrecht, NL
“All edges must be thoroughly broken”, Carl Malmsten often wrote in his drawings. It was nature that was his great source of inspiration and in nature there are hardly any sharp edges or corners. This “Samsas” table is one of the greatest examples of this sentiment.
This elegant table was designed as part of the 'Samsas' series of seating models and this rare table. Neither the light, the eye nor the person likes to turn against sharp corners, Malmsten explained once. Therefore, edges should be rounded so that they become friendlier to touch and look at. Carl Malmsten was not only one of Sweden's most famous furniture designers, he was also one of the last century's great cultural personalities with a strong influence on the home environment, public environment and the contemporary public debate. His personality shines through the design of this round coffee table as well. The design is dominated by the round tabletop with a spectacular sunburst pattern. The sunburst design or figure was commonly used in architectural ornaments and design patterns; it consists of rays or "beams" radiating out from a central point in the manner of sunbeams. To support the top are four straight legs with impeccable joinery that is visible under the tabletop. Since this table was made in the heyday of the mid-century, the legs, and the design as a whole lacks heavy ornamentation and instead focuses on the natural beauty of wood and the rounded edges.
Carl Malmsten’s design was materialized by Swedish manufacturer, Åfors Möbelfabrik AB...
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Wood
Mid-Century Modern Danish Cabinetmaker Lounge Chair, Denmark, 1940s
Located in Utrecht, NL
This Danish cabinetmaker lounge chair is characterized by the best qualities of the country’s mid-century design. From the restrained aesthetic to the elegant pairing of materials, t...
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Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Swedish Wooden Table with Oblique Legs and Stone Top, Sweden, circa 1960s
Located in Utrecht, NL
Swedish Mid-Century Modern design remains popular today due to its clean lines, functionalism, and timeless aesthetic. Ultimately, Swedish Mid-Century Modern design offers a combinat...
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Center Tables
Materials
Stone, Brass
Harbo Sølvsten Model "Tivoli-Df 22" Convertible Sofa, Denmark, 1960s
Located in Utrecht, NL
This rare sofa and daybed was made by Danish designer, Harbo Sølvsten, and is an exquisite piece of Danish Modern design history. While pieces from the Midcentury era are generally c...
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Danish Cabinetmaker Curved Sofa in Taupe Faux Shearling, Denmark, circa 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
Mid-Century Modern style celebrated functionality, and this is still a key tenant when decorating homes of the 21st century. And it is no surprise, because the furniture from this pe...
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Faux Fur, Fabric, Wood
Hans-Agne Jakobsson Model "T716" Ceiling Lamp for Markaryd, Sweden, 1960s
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson, AB Markaryd
Located in Utrecht, NL
This marvellous, brass ceiling lamp was created in what we now call “the golden age of Scandinavian design”. Hans-Agne Jakobsson was the great Swedish master of lighting, designing s...
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
European Modernist Oak and Straw Armchairs, Europe, 1960s
Located in Utrecht, NL
Midcentury designers were eager to break free from the aesthetics of the past and experiment with new forms, and techniques. At the same time, especially in Europe, the modernist design movement was often based on traditional styles and materials.
One example of this modernist approach to furniture design is this pair of oak chairs with straw seats...
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Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Straw, Wood
Harald Notini Model "8772/3" Wall Sconces, Sweden, 1950s
By Harald Notini, Arvid Böhlmarks Lampfabrik
Located in Utrecht, NL
This exceedingly rare model by Swedish designer and sculptor, Harald Notini. He was the artistic leader at Böhlmarks and is represented at the ‘Nationalmuseum’ in Stockholm.
Between the 1920s and 1950s, Böhlmarks was a significant player in the Swedish design movement. Notini drove the company forward, producing what were considered pioneering and distinctive luminaires for the time. With an unmistakeable design, this pair of model “8772/3” wall sconces belongs to a historic collection of luminaires from a golden era. At Arvid Böhlmarks...
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal, Brass
Upholstered Danish Cabinetmaker Banana Sofa, Denmark, 1940s
Located in Utrecht, NL
Danish modern style – it is uncomplicated, sophisticated, playful, and timeless. Form follows function, and high-quality, natural materials bring lightness and warmth. These are the basic principles of the era’s furniture design, and therefore of this three-seater sofa as well.
This Danish banana sofa wraps...
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Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Contemporary Solid Wood Low Chairs, Asia, 21st Century
Located in Utrecht, NL
Contemporary interior design refers to the style of the moment, which means it is constantly evolving with time. These low chairs are about recognizing beauty in humble simplicity while showcasing exceptional craftsmanship.
Low chairs have been common around Asia for centuries. These types of chairs, like the Japanese “zaisu” or the traditional Indian “Pida” chairs...
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Other Chairs
Materials
Wood
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 12-Armed "Patricia" Chandelier for Markaryd, Sweden, 1960s
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson, AB Markaryd
Located in Utrecht, NL
This marvellous, brass twelve-light chandelier was created in what we now call “the golden age of Scandinavian design”. Hans-Agne Jakobsson was the great Swedish master of lighting, ...
Category
Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
