About retro-design.dk
At retro-design.dk we are proud of being among the most environmentally sustainable businesses in the western part of the world. Obviously vintage items does not leave a carbon-footprint compared to modern industrialized production. But we have taken it a step further and here comes the 'proud' part. Since 2010 we have strived to be as eco-friendly as possible. We use recycled boxes, bubble wrap, old newspapers and and styrofoam for our packaging. We source these materials locally from stores with an excess of waste packaging materials. We bundle up our packages for bu...Read More
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Featured Pieces
Mid-Century Golden Spy Ball Pendant Lamps in Brass by Frimann, 1960s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Frimann ceiling pendant lights with original Golden everlasting Mirror/spy Bulbs - E27 sockets from the 1960s. When the light is turned off the mirror bronze finish reflects the surr...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Art Deco Tall French Pink & Green Glass Vase, 1920s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Tall exquisitely crafted French colored crystal glass vase. Pink and green glass or Rubina Verde as they are called in France. Executed with vertical ribbings. Distinct Art Deco styl...
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Vases
Materials
Glass
Kay Bojesen Rolling Dog Stool in Beech, 1950s
By Kay Bojesen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Extremely rare Toddler Trolley, gogo baby balance cart/bike or alternatively plant stand or living room sculpture or even humorous entrance hall guard dog. It was designed and made i...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Beech
Vintage Danish Teak Owl Bottle Opener, 1960s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A wellmade Owl bottle opener in solid teak featuring a brass opener its beacon. It stands proudly on a teak base. Hand-crafted in Denmark during the 1960s.
Measurements: H: 13 cm, ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Teak
Danish Modern Elisabeth Loholt Ceramic Pumpkin Vase with Bamboo Handle, 1950s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A stylish vase in pumpkin shape and featuring a loose bamboo handle. Designed by Elisabeth Loholt in Denmark during the late 1950s.
Measurements: H: 18.5 cm, Diameter: 9 cm (at the...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic, Bamboo
Scandinavian Brutalist Candelabra in Patinated Bronze, 1970s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A small scaled ( H: 14.5, W/D: 19 cm) candelabrum for 4 regular sized candles. It is fashioned from patinated bronze and showcases distinct Neo-gothic/brutalist vibes. It was possibl...
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20th Century Scandinavian Brutalist Candelabras
Materials
Bronze
Georg Jensen Minimalist Stainless Steel Holders for Kitchen or Desk Utensils
By Georg Jensen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A set of 2 cylindrical holders for kitchen or desk utensils. Made from stainless steel and has a base in black plastic. Manufactured by Georg Jensen in Denmark during the late 1990s ...
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20th Century Danish Minimalist Tableware
Materials
Stainless Steel
Scandinavian Mid-century Brass Christmas Tree Candleholders - Counterweight, 60s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A set of 7 matching pendant/counterweight candleholders in solid brass. Made in Sweden or Denmark during the 1960s. They are to be installed with Christmas tree candles.
The price ...
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
Vintage Berber Tribal Necklace in Silver with Malachite Beads
Located in Esbjerg, DK
An artisan made traditional berber necklace. It is executed in 800/1000 silver and features orange copal beads and beads in malachite. It has no markings but we suspect it was made b...
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Mid-20th Century Bohemian Collectible Jewelry
Materials
Malachite, Silver
Pentti Sarpaneva Bronze Shield Pendant Necklace with Blood Jasper, 1960s
By Pentti Sarpaneva
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Sculptural vintage necklace by Pentti Sarpaneva, from Finland circa 1965. This distinct piece is iconic of the designer and is called Punos, kaulakoru, a899. Scandinavian modernism ...
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Vintage 1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Collectible Jewelry
Materials
Bronze
Vintage Norwegian Brutalist Pewter Pendant Necklace by Astrid Holthe 1970s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Sculptural vintage necklace by Astrid Holthe, from Norway circa 1965-75. This distinct piece is iconic of the designer, featuring brutalist and industrial - architectural elements. T...
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20th Century Norwegian Brutalist Collectible Jewelry
Materials
Pewter
Lyfa Silva - Adjustable Black & Teak Danish Modern Wall Lamp, 1960s
By Lyfa
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Wall light composed of steel, solid teak and a slate black aluminum shade. Manufactured by Lyfa in Denmark during the 1960s. It is called 'Silva' and is adjustable up/down and from s...
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Aluminum
