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
Svenskt Tenn Wall Mirror and Shelf Rattan Wicker Bamboo, Sweden, 1950s
By Svenskt Tenn
Located in Stockholm, SE
A set of a wall mirror and a wall shelf retailed by Svenskt Tenn, the iconic Swedish firm founded by Estrid Ericson and creatively led by Josef Frank. Both mirror and shelf in finely...
Category
Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Bamboo, Wicker, Cane, Rattan, Mirror, Glass
Swedish Fireplace Tools by Gunnar Ander for Ystad Metall, 1960s
By Gunnar Ander, Ystad-Metall
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare set of fireplace tools designed by Gunnar Ander for Ystad Metall, Sweden 1960s.
Beautiful set with round colored glass details, typical for Gunnar Ander's designs.
Condition: Ve...
Category
Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots
Materials
Wrought Iron
Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Large Pendant Light, Pine Veneer, Sweden, 1960s
By Ellysett, Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in Stockholm, SE
Large 1960s Hans-Agne Jakobsson for Ellysett Pine Chandelier, model T547/480. This is a rare chandelier designed by Hans Agne Jakobsson for Ellysett. This piece is made of pine venee...
Category
Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Pine
Pair of Table Lamps Model BN 26 Designed by Hans-Agne Jakobsson Sweden
By AB Markaryd, Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pair of table lamps model BN 26 designed by Hans-Agne Jakobsson for Markaryd, Sweden. 1960s. Gold anodized aluminium. Excellent vintage condition, almost as new. Labeled. ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum
Pierre Forssell Brass Vase Produced by hand in Skultuna Sweden
By Pierre Forssell, Skultuna
Located in Stockholm, SE
This vase was hand crafted at the Skultuna studio were Pierre Forssell was working with he's assistant. The vase is made of a brass tube where a brass curved crown was delicately wel...
Category
Vintage 1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases
Materials
Brass
Four Pcs, Hans-Agne Jakobsson Brass Candleholders, 1960s
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in Stockholm, SE
Four small candleholders in solid brass designed by Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Original box included. model “Strix” L92.
Category
Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
Large Seven Arms Chandelier Solid Pine with Fabric Shades by Luxus Sweden, 1960s
By Uno Kristiansson, Luxus of Sweden, Uno & Östen Kristiansson, Luxus Vittsjö
Located in Stockholm, SE
This unique, NOS; New Old Stock, never used solid pine wood, seven-light chandelier was created in this “golden age of Scandinavian design”, a period that saw the revival of an eleme...
Category
Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Iron
Scandinavian Modern Fireplace Tools by Gunnar Ander for Ystad Metall
By Gunnar Ander, Ystad-Metall
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare set of fireplace tools designed by Gunnar Ander for Ystad Metall, Sweden, 1960s. Beautiful set in brass and metal, typical for Gunnar Ander's designs. Condition: Original condit...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Fireplace Tools and Chimney...
Materials
Metal, Brass
Blue Glass and Wrought Iron Chandelier Candelabra by Erik Höglund Sweden
By Erik Höglund, Boda
Located in Stockholm, SE
This beautiful blue and clear art glass on wrought iron candelabra chandelier was designed by Erik Höglund for Boda Smide. Erik Hög...
Category
Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Wrought Iron
Small Wall Lamps in Pine with by Solbackens Svarveri, Sweden, 1970s
By Solbackens Svarveri
Located in Stockholm, SE
A pair of vintage solid pine wall lights designed and produced by Solbackens Svarveri, Sweden in the 1970s.
Very good original condition.
Rewired: New cables with switches. Could e...
Category
Vintage 1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Pine
Uno Kristiansson Table Lamps, Turned Solid Pine, Luxus Sweden, 1960s
By Uno Kristiansson, Luxus of Sweden, Uno & Östen Kristiansson, Luxus Vittsjö
Located in Stockholm, SE
A pair of sculptural, solid pine table lamps designed by Uno Kristiansson around 1966 and made by Luxus. The body of the design is turned pine wood. White acrylic diffusers sit atop...
Category
Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Plastic, Pine
Uno Kristiansson Luxus Sweden Wall Lights / Sconces Solid Pine Sweden, 1960s
By Uno & Östen Kristiansson, Östen Kristiansson, Luxus of Sweden, Luxus Vittsjö, Uno Kristiansson
Located in Stockholm, SE
A pair of large wall lights designed by Uno Kristiansson circa 1966 and made by Luxus. The main body of the design is turned pine wood. White acrylic diffusers sit atop the sconces. ...
Category
Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Plastic, Pine
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