About Retroaktiv Design
Based in Stockholm's Hornstull district, Retroaktiv Design was founded by Stefan Ringström in 2007. Stefan's collection features furniture, lighting and accessories from numerous design eras of the twentieth century. He scouts out and refurbishes objects from across Europe. The selection process here is not necessarily based on the object's well-known designer or manufacturer, but instead based upon its individual charm and unique story.
Established in 20071stDibs seller since 2018
Featured Pieces
Hans-Agne Jakobsson T-603 Fringe & Brass Ceiling Lamp, Sweden, 1960s
By AB Markaryd, Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in Stockholm, SE
A fringed pendant light by the Swedish designer Hans-Agne Jakobsson for his own company in Markaryd, Sweden, mid-20th century. A very nice piece of Scandinavian modern design. The fi...
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Large Uno Kristiansson Table Lamp, Turned Solid Pine, Luxus Sweden, 1960s
By Luxus Vittsjö, Uno & Östen Kristiansson, Luxus of Sweden, Uno Kristiansson
Located in Stockholm, SE
A large, sculptural, solid pine table lamp designed by Uno Kristiansson around 1966 and made by Luxus. The body of the design is turned pine wood. White acrylic diffuser sit atop th...
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Fabric, Plastic, Pine
Ceiling Lamp Bubblan by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, Sweden 1960s
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in Stockholm, SE
Midcentury hanging glass ceiling lamp Bubblan " the Bubble" by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors Glass 1965, Sweden 1950s. Model RD 2177/117. Round shaped design lamp with a calming light ...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Three Arm Solid Pine Chandelier by Luxus Sweden, 1960s
By Uno & Östen Kristiansson, Luxus Vittsjö, Uno Kristiansson, Luxus of Sweden
Located in Stockholm, SE
Swedish lighting manufacturer, Luxus gave form to some of the now iconic models that define the “Swedish mid-century style”. This solid pine wood, three-light chandelier was create...
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Fabric, Plastic, Pine
Josef Frank, Adjustable Wall Light, Brass & Fabric, Svenskt Tenn, Sweden
By Josef Frank, Svenskt Tenn
Located in Stockholm, SE
An adjustable brass wall light with a fabric shade designed by Josef Frank. Produced by Svenskt Tenn, Sweden during the 1950s. Configured for plug-in with cord feeding from bottom o...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Siebe Gorman Fire Fighter Smoke Mask
By Siebe Gorman & Co.
Located in Stockholm, SE
This is an early Siebe Gorman & Co. Ltd. smoke mask. These full face helmets are very rare and found mostly in museum collections. This example looks and feels like it´s never have ...
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Antique Late 19th Century English Industrial Scientific Instruments
Materials
Metal
Large Pine Bowl, Sweden 1970s
By Roland Wilhelmsson
Located in Stockholm, SE
Swedish Pine bowl from 1979 by Bjarne Högkvist in Forshaga, Sweden. Sportsstuga style with beautiful grain in the manner of Roland Wilhelmsson. This bowl is a b...
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Vintage 1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Pine
Three Arm Solid Pine Chandelier by Luxus Sweden, 1960s
By Uno Kristiansson, Luxus Vittsjö, Luxus of Sweden, Uno & Östen Kristiansson
Located in Stockholm, SE
Swedish lighting manufacturer, Luxus gave form to some of the now iconic models that define the “Swedish mid-century style”. This solid pine wood, three-light chandelier was create...
Category
Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Fabric, Plastic, Pine
Three Arm Brass Chandelier with Fabric Shades by Luxus Sweden, 1960s
By Luxus Vittsjö, Uno & Östen Kristiansson, Luxus of Sweden, Uno Kristiansson
Located in Stockholm, SE
Swedish lighting manufacturer, Luxus gave form to some of the now iconic models that define the “Swedish mid-century style”. This brass three-light chandelier was created in this “...
Category
Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Three Arm Solid Pine Chandelier by Luxus Sweden, 1960s
By Uno Kristiansson, Luxus of Sweden, Luxus Vittsjö, Uno & Östen Kristiansson
Located in Stockholm, SE
Swedish lighting manufacturer, Luxus gave form to some of the now iconic models that define the “Swedish mid-century style”. This solid pine wood, three-light chandelier was create...
Category
Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Plastic, Fabric, Pine
Uno Kristiansson Luxus Wall Light / Sconce Solid Pine Sweden, 1960s
By Uno Kristiansson, Luxus Vittsjö, Luxus of Sweden, Uno & Östen Kristiansson, Östen Kristiansson
Located in Stockholm, SE
A large wall light designed by Uno Kristiansson circa 1966 and made by Luxus.The main body of the design is turned pine wood. White acrylic diffuser sit atop the sconce. Although the...
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Plastic, Pine
Hans-Agne Jakobsson Pendant / Ceiling Lamp ”Carolin” T549 Markaryd Sweden
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson, AB Markaryd
Located in Stockholm, SE
Wonderful pendant lamp 'Carolin' model T549/3 designed 1963 by Hans-Agne Jakobsson for his own company in Markaryd, Sweden. A brass frame with an original shade newly redressed in a ...
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
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