About Olsson Retro
Olsson Retro aims to curate a selection of mainly mid century pieces that are carefully chosen to bring you a unique aesthetic in ceramics and glass. Our hand picked items reflect some of the best work by artists and designers working for the most prestigious studios and companies of that era in Europe. While providing an opportunity for more people to enjoy, collect and experience retro design, we also value the concept of contributing to a circular economy and promoting the ethos of living with and curating unique interiors with vintage pieces from Scandinavia and Eu...Read More
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Featured Pieces
Scandinavian Pop Art style bright red glass table lamp by Anne Nilsson for Ikea
By IKEA, Anne Nilsson
Located in Skarpnäck, SE
A striking vintage table lamp designed by renowned Swedish designer Anne Nilsson for IKEA in the early 1990s. This medium-sized lamp features a vibrant red blown glass base, a hallma...
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1990s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Glass
Nanny Still Copper Glass Brutalist Pendant lamps, RAAK, 1960s
By RAAK, Nanny Still McKinney, Nanny Still
Located in Skarpnäck, SE
A striking example of midcentury brutalist lighting design, this pendant was hand-crafted by renowned Finnish designer Nanny Still McKinney for RAAK, The Netherlands, in the 1960s. E...
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Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Copper
Mid-century modern pottery table lamp with "Candy glazing" from Söholm, Denmark.
By Soholm Pottery
Located in Skarpnäck, SE
A charming vintage handmade ceramic stoneware lamp base by Söholm, Denmark, featuring their signature deep blue “candy” glaze. This elegant and timeless piece combines a classic silh...
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
Scandinavian Minimalist Art Deco Style Table Lamps in Chrome and Glass by IKEA
By IKEA, Ehlén Johansson
Located in Skarpnäck, SE
A striking pair of Neo Art Deco table lamps, designed by award-winning contemporary Swedish designer Ehlén Johansson and known as the “Skymning” model. Created in collaboration with ...
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1990s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Swedish wooden sconce and rattan shade, a Wall Lamp by Smålandsslöjd Sweden
By Stig Johnsson, Smålandsslöjd
Located in Skarpnäck, SE
Rustic and substantial, this large handmade wooden sconce with a rattan lampshade, which was crafted from solid pine by Smålandsslöjd, Sweden, and designed by Stig Johnson — a celebr...
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Vintage 1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Pine
Rustic Wooden Pendant Chandelier Candlestick holder for Smålandsslöjd Sweden
By Stig Johnsson, Smålandsslöjd
Located in Skarpnäck, SE
Rustic, substantial and hanging handmade wooden candelabra which was crafted from solid pine by Smålandsslöjd, Sweden, and designed by Stig Johnson — a celebrated artisan known for h...
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Vintage 1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Pine
Rustic Wooden Candlestick holder 1970s by Jan Johnsson for Smålandsslöjd Sweden
By Smålandsslöjd, Stig Johnsson
Located in Skarpnäck, SE
Rustic and substantial, this large handmade wooden candelabra was crafted from solid pine by Smålandsslöjd, Sweden, and designed by Stig Johnson — a celebrated artisan known for his ...
Category
Vintage 1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Pine
Alvar Aalto serving platter, oak Serving tray by Alvar Aalto Collection Iittala
By Alvar Aalto, Iittala
Located in Skarpnäck, SE
A finely crafted oak serving platter featuring the iconic “Savoy” silhouette from a limited Alvar Aalto collection by Iittala, Finland. This piece showcases the essence of Finnish de...
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1990s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware
Materials
Oak
Brass Candlestick holder, Swedish Grace style from Skultuna, Sweden
By Skultuna
Located in Skarpnäck, SE
Elegant Vintage Brass Candelabra by Skultuna, Sweden
A refined vintage brass candelabra from the renowned Swedish maker Skultuna, celebrated for its timeless craftsmanship since 160...
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Metal, Brass
'Birka' bowls by Gunnar Nylund, Scandinavian Art pottery from Rörstrand, Sweden.
By Gunnar Nylund
Located in Skarpnäck, SE
Pair of Gunnar Nylund “Sintra” Series Stoneware Plates, 1960s
A pair of small signed plates/bowls by the celebrated Swedish artist and designer Gunnar Nylund, one of Scandinavia’s m...
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Ceramic
Mid-Century Modern Swedish teak and brass Sconce, a Wall Lamp by Örsjö, Sweden
By Örsjö Industri AB
Located in Skarpnäck, SE
Vintage Swedish Mid-Century Modern Brass and Teak Wall Sconce by Örsjö
A beautifully understated vintage wall sconce or bedside lamp crafted in Sweden by Örsjö. This elegant piece f...
Category
Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal, Brass
Flos Romeo Moon S2 Pendant Light by Philippe Starck
By Flos, Philippe Starck
Located in Skarpnäck, SE
Classic Flos Moon S2 pendant lamp by Philippe Starck, this is one of his most iconic lamps. The Romeo Moon S2 pendant from Flos is part of the elegant Romeo collection designed by Ph...
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1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass
