Scandinavian Modern Lighting
SCANDINAVIAN MODERN STYLE
Scandinavian modernism is perhaps the warmest and most organic iteration of modernist design. The work of the designers associated with vintage Scandinavian modern furniture was founded on centuries-old beliefs in both quality craftsmanship and the ideal that beauty should enhance even the humblest accessories of daily life.
ORIGINS OF SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Emerged in the 1930s
- Originated primarily in Denmark, Sweden and Finland
- Introduced in the United States in mid-20th century
- Informed by the Bauhaus and modernism; influenced American mid-century modernism
CHARACTERISTICS OF SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Bold, clean lines and simple, sturdy symmetries
- Use of natural materials — native woods such as pine, ash and beech
- Open, airy spaces
- Promotion of functionality
- Emphasis on craftsmanship; rooted in cabinetry profession and traditional construction techniques
- Minimal ornamentation (little to no embellishment)
- A neutral or light color palette owing to prominence of light woods
SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
- Alvar Aalto
- Hans Wegner
- Kaare Klint
- Arne Jacobsen
- Greta Magnusson Grossman
- Finn Juhl
- Arne Vodder
- Verner Panton
ICONIC SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
VINTAGE SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS
The gentle, organic contours that are typical of Scandinavian design appear in the furnishings and decor created by Danish, Finnish and Swedish designers not as a stylistic gesture, but rather as a practical, ergonomic — and, as importantly, elegant — response to the human form.
Each nation produced exceptional talents in all areas of the applied arts, yet each had its forté. Sweden was home to Greta Magnusson Grossman and Bruno Mathsson — creators of the classic Grasshopper lighting series and Berlin daybed, respectively — but the country excelled most notably at ceramics. In the 1920s at the great Gustavsberg porcelain manufactory, Wilhelm Kåge introduced pieces in the Scandinavian style based on influences from folklore to Cubism; his skills were passed on to his versatile and inspired pupils Berndt Friberg and Stig Lindberg.
Likewise, Finland produced a truly ingenious Scandinavian modern furniture designer in the architect Alvar Aalto, a master at melding function and artistic form in works like the Paimio chair, created in collaboration with his first wife, Aino. Yet Finnish glassware was pre-eminent, crafted in expressive, sculptural designs by Tapio Wirkkala and Timo Sarpaneva.
The Danes excelled at chairs. Hans Wegner and Arne Jacobsen were exemplars of the country’s facility with wood, particularly teak.
Wegner created such iconic pieces as the Round chair and the Wishbone chair; Jacobsen — while the revolutionary architect and furniture innovator produced the best-selling plywood Ant chair — designed two classic upholstered pieces of the 1950s: the Swan chair and Egg chair. The list of great Danes could go on and on, including Finn Juhl, a stylistic maverick and maker of the bold Chieftain chair; Poul Kjaerholm, with his lean metal-and-rattan aesthetic; and Verner Panton, who introduced a vibrant Pop note into international design.
Today, decades after their heyday, the prolific, ever-evolving Scandinavian modernists continue to amaze and delight, and interior designers all over the world use their pieces to bring warmth to any given space.
On 1stDibs, you will note both instantly recognizable vintage Scandinavian modern chairs, sofas, rugs and tables — those that have earned iconic status over time — and many new discoveries.
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Style: Scandinavian Modern
Adjustable Brass Wall Pendant by Hans Bergström for ASEA Belysning, Swedish Mode
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare wall lamp attributed to Hans Bergström. Produced during the 1950s by ASEA Belysning with model number E2105. Double brass lamp arm that easily adjusts and can be sprawled. The n...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Swedish Chandeliers in Brass and Glass by Holger Johansson
Located in Karlstad, SE
Mid-Century Modern chandeliers by Holger Johansson for Westal, Sweden.
The chandeliers consist of 15 round brass poles divided into two levels, each holding a smoke-colored glass sh...
Category
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Idman Oy, 1930's opaline ribbed glass ceiling lamp
By Paavo Tynell, Idman Oy
Located in Turku, Varsinais-Suomi
This 1930's opaline ribbed glass ceiling lamp by Idman Oy is a stunning vintage piece that will add a touch of elegance and charm to any space. The ribbed glass design gives the lamp...
Category
Early 20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Nickel
Swedish mid-century telescope wall lamps, teak and brass, 1950s
Located in Forserum, SE
A pair of Swedish modernist wall lamps made from solid teak with pivotal telescope arm adjustable in height. A model known as fishing rod lamps. Brass details and cone shaped shades ...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Tratten' Outdoor Sconce in White
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Tratten' outdoor sconce in white.
An exclusive made for U.S. and UL listed authorized re-edition of the classic Swedish design executed in white painted metal ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass, Metal
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Tratten' Darkly Patinated Outdoor Sconce
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Tratten' darkly patinated outdoor sconce. An exclusive made for U.S. and UL listed authorized re-edition of the classic S...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Pair of Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Mini-Tratten' Verdigris Patinated Outdoor Sconces
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Mini-Tratten' patinated outdoor sconces. An exclusive made for U.S. and UL listed authorized re-edition of the classic Swedish design executed in rich verdigris ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Mini-Tratten' Verdigris Patinated Outdoor Sconce
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Mini-Tratten' verdigris patinated outdoor sconce. An exclusive made for U.S. and UL listed authorized re-edition of the c...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Mini-Tratten' Dark Brown Patinated Outdoor Sconce
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Mini-Tratten' dark brown patinated outdoor sconce. An exclusive made for U.S. and UL listed authorized re-edition of the ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Pair of Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Tratten' Verdigris Patinated Outdoor Sconces
Located in Glendale, CA
Pair of Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Tratten' verdigris patinated outdoor sconces. An exclusive made for U.S. and UL listed authorized re-edition of t...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Sabina Grubbeson Large Strapatz Brass Ceiling Lamp by Konsthantverk
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Ceiling lamp model Large Strapatz designed by Sabina Grubbeson and manufactured by Konsthantverk.
The production of lamps, wall lights and floor lamps are manufactured using craft...
Category
2010s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Colette ATD6, White & Merlot, Table Lamp for &Tradition
By &Tradition
Located in Dubai, AE
Named after the famed and pioneering French author known simply as ‘Colette’, &Tradition’s new table lamp has an avant-garde aesthetic. Showcasing a tactile shade and base fully enca...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
PVC, Fabric, Polyester
Konsthantverk Svep Black Raw Brass Floor Lamp
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Lamp model Svep floor lamp designed by Konsthantverk and manufactured by themselves.
The production of lamps, wall lights and floor lamps are manufactured using craftsman’s techni...
Category
2010s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Mini-Tratten' Darkly Patinated Outdoor Sconce
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Mini-Tratten' darkly patinated outdoor sconce. An exclusive made for U.S. and UL listed authorized re-edition of the clas...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Johan Carpner Stav Floor Lamp Black Brass by Konsthantverk
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Floor lamp model Stav designed by Johan Carpner and manufactured by Konsthantverk.
The production of lamps, wall lights and floor lamps are manufactured using craftsman’s techniqu...
Category
2010s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Flowerpot Vp9 Portable Table Lamp Stone Blue from Verner Panton
Located in Dubai, AE
The Flowerpot table lamp with a rounded pendant that hangs from the semi-domed upper shade, design of Verner Panton 1968.
Slightly smaller in si...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Steel
LU Louis Sconce AS
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Handsome LU Louis sconce AS. An all brass wall sconce in an aged silver finish with patterned perforations by Lumfardo Luminaires. Made contemporary in...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Nickel, Brass
SERENE Modern White Eco Wood 27" Chandelier Pendant
Located in Beaverton, OR
The Serene pendant light is a contemporary, Mid-Century Modern light fixture with a Scandinavian design and organic modern composition. This minimalist luxury wood veneer pendant des...
Category
2010s American Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Organic Material, Acrylic, Laminate, Wood, Hardwood, Bentwood
SERENE Scandinavian Design Limited Edition Cypress Wood 27" Chandelier Pendant
Located in Beaverton, OR
The Serene pendant light is a contemporary, Mid-Century Modern light fixture with a Scandinavian design and organic modern composition. This minimalist luxury wood veneer pendant des...
Category
2010s American Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Organic Material, Hardwood, Cypress, Acrylic, Wood, Bentwood
Lisa Johansson-Pape 'Lisa' Floor Lamp for Innolux Oy
Located in Glendale, CA
Lisa Johansson-Pape 'Lisa' floor lamp for Innolux Oy. Originally produced in the 1950s by Orno, this newly authorized re-edition of the iconic lamp is made by Innolux in Finland usin...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
SERENE Mid-Century Modern White Wood 27" chandelier pendant
Located in Beaverton, OR
The Serene pendant light is a contemporary, Mid-Century Modern light fixture with a Scandinavian design and organic modern composition. This minimalist luxury wood veneer pendant des...
Category
2010s American Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Laminate, Bentwood, Lacquer, Organic Material, Acrylic, Wood, Hardwood
Poul Henningsen PH 5 Pendant for Louis Poulsen in All Black
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen PH 5 pendant for Louis Poulsen in all black. Poul Henningsen introduced his iconic PH 5 pendant light in 1958. Six decades later, the PH 5 remains the bestselling des...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Aluminum
Vilhelm Lauritzen VL-2 Brass and Glass Wall Lamp for Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Vilhelm Lauritzen VL-2 brass and glass wall lamp for Louis Poulsen. Executed in two hand blown glossy white opal glass shades and unfinished satin polished brass armature and backpla...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Vilhelm Lauritzen VL-1 Brass and Glass Wall Lamp for Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Vilhelm Lauritzen VL-1 brass and glass wall lamp for Louis Poulsen. Executed in a single hand blown glossy white opal glass and unfinished satin polished brass armature and backplate. The sconce emits light directed primarily downwards. The opal glass provides a comfortable and uniform illumination of the area around the fixture. A highly refined and iconic design by one of the Danish modern giants of the midcentury era. Built in on/off switch. Designed to be mounted and hardwired directly to a standard 4" US junction-box.
Price is per item.
These wall lamps were originally designed in the 1930s by Vilhelm Lauritzen in partnership with Louis Poulsen for the construction of the Radiohuset building on Frederiksberg, Copenhagen, which is now home to the Royal Danish Academy of Music. The original VL Ring Crown...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Mini-Tratten' Raw Brass Outdoor Sconce
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Mini-Tratten' raw brass outdoor sconce. An exclusive made for U.S. and UL listed authorized re-edition of the classic Swedish...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Tratten' Dark Brown Patinated Outdoor Sconce
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Tratten' dark brown patinated outdoor sconce. An exclusive made for U.S. and UL listed authorized re-edition of the class...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
"Coquille" ASEA Wall Lights, 1950s
By ASEA
Located in Stockholm, SE
Please note: listed price is for one (1) wall lamp. Set of 6 available.
Brass and glass. Produced by ASEA, Sweden, 1950s.
Good condition, with signs of usage. New wiring available o...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Set of 4 Hans Bergström Wall Lamps Model 407, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Designed by Hans Bergström, produced by Ateljé Lyktan, Sweden, 1950s.
very good condition with minor signs of usage and patina.
Please note: Listed price is for one (1) lamp.
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Poul Henningsen Brass and Glass PH 3 1/2 -2 1/2 Table Lamp for Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen brass and glass PH 3½-2½ table lamp for Louis Poulsen. Executed in white opal glass and a brass, chrome or black metallized frame...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
Greta Grossman Cobra Floor Lamp, Black
Located in Berkeley, CA
The distinctive cobra floor lamp designed by Greta M. Grossman in the 1950s is inspired by the shape of a cobra’s neck, which is not surprisingly also...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Aluminum, Chrome
SS01 Wall Arm Short Light, Hand Crocheted in 100% Egyptian Cotton
By Naomi Paul
Located in London, London
A direct light source, pivoting left and right for easy adjustment of light focus. SS01 Wall Arm Short is perfect to create a relaxed atmosphere for bedside lighting...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
SS03 Pendant Light Ø80cm/31.5in, Hand Crocheted in 100% Egyptian Cotton
By Naomi Paul
Located in London, London
A versatile direct overhead light. In its larger size, Simple Shade 03 makes an elegant centre piece for social spaces. SS03 is perfect suspended low for lighting intimate spaces.
E...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
MONIKA Pendant Light Ø50cm/19.7in, Hand Crocheted in 100% Egyptian Cotton
By Naomi Paul
Located in London, London
A pendant with presence, Monika creates a beautiful diffused atmospheric light and works well clustered as a unique statement chandelier.
Each Na...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
CAVE Pendant Light Ø50cm/ 9.7in, Hand Crocheted in 100% Egyptian Cotton
By Naomi Paul
Located in London, London
Extremely versatile, Cave can be clustered together or individually suspended above a table a single elegant down light and creates a versatile direct overhead light.
Each Naomi Pau...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Poul Henningsen PH 5 Pendant for Louis Poulsen in Rose
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen PH 5 pendant for Louis Poulsen in rose. Poul Henningsen introduced his iconic PH 5 pendant light in 1958. Six decades later, the PH 5 remains the bestselling design in the Louis Poulsen's portfolio. The PH 5's painted metal shades brilliantly distribute light to create glare–free illumination. Executed in spun aluminium shades...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Aluminum
Verner Panton 'Panthella 250' LED Table Lamp in Chrome for Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Verner Panton 'Panthella 250' LED table lamp in chrome for Louis Poulsen.
The 'Panthella 250' LED table lamp uses Verner Panton's original drawings to produce an organically shaped...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Chrome, Aluminum, Steel
Large Arne Jacobsen 'Eklipta' Wall or Ceiling Light for Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
AJ Eklipta was designed by Arne Jacobsen for Louis Poulsen in 1959 for Rødovre Town Hall. They were used indoors on stairways and outdoors as wall lamps. The fixture emits soft comfo...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Albertslund Pendant Lamp for Louis Poulsen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Albertslund pendant lamps for Louis Poulsen. Sold individually. Originated in 1963, our examples are the newer 1990s reissue of this sleek, industrial modern design. All are in excel...
Category
1960s Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Louis Poulsen 'Nyhavn' Copper Outdoor Wall Sconce
Located in Glendale, CA
Louis Poulsen 'Nyhavn' copper outdoor wall sconce. Designed by Alfred Homann and Ole V. Kjær in 1976 for lighting in old and heritage urban...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Aluminum, Copper
Poul Henningsen Glass PH 3½-3 Pendant for Louis Poulsen in Black Metallized
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen Glass PH 3½-3 Pendant for Louis Poulsen in Black Metallized
Executed in white opal glass and choice of brass, chrome or black...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Poul Henningsen Opaline Glass PH 3½-2½ Table Lamp for Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen opaline glass PH 3½-2½ table lamp for Louis Poulsen. Executed in white opal glass and a chrome or black metallised frame. The Industrial look of the dark metallised s...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Peter Celsing Large Quantity of Wall Lamps by Falkenbergs Belysning in Sweden
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Large quantity of wall lamps designed by Peter Celsing. Produced by Falkenbergs Belysning in Sweden. Designed in 1966 for Kulturhuset in Stockholm.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Aluminum
Yki Nummi Large 'Lokki' Pendant for Innolux Oy
Located in Glendale, CA
Yki Nummi large 'Lokki' pendant for Innolux Oy, Finland.
Designed in 1960, Nummi's innovative 'Lokki' is one of the best-known Finnish design classics. The name Lokki comes from ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Poul Henningsen PH 3/2.5 Outdoor Wall Light for Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen PH 3-2/5 outdoor wall light for Louis Poulsen. Based on Poul Henningsen's revolutionary reflective three-shade system, which directs the majority of the light downward. The light features spun black powder coated stainless steel shades with an aluminium mounting plate and cover with a matte white painted interior surface which diffuses the light comfortably.
Price is per item.
UL listed for wet locations. Mounts directly over a 4" octagonal junction box.
The PH 3-2.5 pendant light is part of the three shade system developed by Paul Henningsen...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
Poul Henningsen PH 5 Pendant for Louis Poulsen in Classic White
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen PH 5 Pendant for Louis Poulsen in Classic White. Poul Henningsen introduced his iconic PH 5 pendant light in 1958. Six decades later, the PH 5 remains the bestselling...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Aluminum
Arne Jacobsen AJ Wall Lights for Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Arne Jacobsen AJ wall lights for Louis Poulsen. Designed in 1957 among other lighting fixtures for the SAS Royal Hotel in Copenhagen, Denmark. The fix...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Steel
Verner Panton 'Panthella 400' Table Lamp for Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Verner Panton 'Panthella 400' table lamp for Louis Poulsen.
The Panthella collection was designed by Verner Panton in 1971 and remain one of his most popular lighting designs. Panton developed the Panthella table lamp...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Steel
Mid-Century Modern Wall Sconces Brass with Blown Glass Shades by Sv. Mejlstrom
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Simple and elegant pair of brass wall mount sconces with blown shades. 4 available either hard wired or plug in. In excellent vintage condition with minimal wear. Glass shades are pe...
Category
1970s Norwegian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
French Designer, Wall Light, Brass, Fabric, France, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and white fabric wall light designed and produced in France, c. 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 14.5” H x 14” W x 8.5” D
Back Plate Dimensions (inches): N/A
Bulb Specif...
Category
1940s French Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Lighting pendant by Kai Finnmark (Kai Ruokonen)
Located in Long Island City, NY
Lighting pendant designed by Kai Finnmark (Kai Ruokonen)
(Finland, 1940-2010) for Lynx, Finland. circa 1970th.
Brass and acrylic. Diameter 15". Total height 33".
Existing wire, rewi...
Category
1970s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Chandelier Paavo Tynell attr. Produced by Idman
By Idman Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Long Island City, NY
Vintage chandelier , design attributed by Paavo Tynell, produced by Idman Oy, Finland , circa 1950th.
Brass , crystals, opaline glass shades. Stamped "Idman".
Existing wires, rewiri...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Lisa Johansson-Papé Table Lamp 46-186 LJP in Leather and Silk, Orno
Located in Helsinki, FI
A rare and special Lisa Johansson-Pape table lamp model 46-186 designed for the University of Helsinki. This lamp is much harder to come by than some of the other Pape models and cer...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Pair of Green Hans-Agne Jakobsson V271 Wall Lights, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Swedish fringes wall light model V271 designed by Hans-Agne Jakobsson, produced in Markaryd, Sweden, 1960s.
Listed price is for a pair.
Measures: Di...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Paavo Tynell, Chandelier, Brass, Rattan, Finland, 1930s
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and rattan chandelier, model 1409/3, designed by Paavo Tynell and produced by Taito, Finland, c. 1930s.
Dimensions of canopy (inches): 3.29” H x 3.86” Diameter
Socket takes ...
Category
1930s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Hans Agne Jakobsson Pine and Copper Wall Lamp
Located in Forest, BE
Nice set of 3 pine and copper wall lamps. They provide a warm atmosphere and even better when lighted. Made of thin stripes of pine delicately nailed with a brass nail to the copper plate that is the back and sides. Minimal details. When can get more upon request.
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Hans-Agne Jakobsson naît à Hvadhem sur l’île de Gotland en Suède. Menuisier de formation, il poursuit à Göteborg des études d’architecture qui lui permettent d’intégrer le département de design industriel au sein de General Motors.
Très vite, sa passion du bois le rattrape et il s’oriente alors vers des créations plus artisanales. Il devient ainsi le collaborateur de designers célèbres tels que Carl Malmsten ou le très radical Werner West. De ces années d’apprentissage naît une profonde passion pour la lumière, la subtilité et la magie de l’éclairage. Installé dès 1950 à Markaryd dans le sud de la Suède, il propose ses créations dans sa boutique du centre-ville.
L’anecdote raconte qu’un soir de Noël, trouvant son espace trop sombre, il crée dans l’urgence une suspension en pin. Son succès est tel qu’il décide de fonder en 1951 sa propre entreprise Hans-Agne Jakobsson A/B.
La région de Markaryd est une région bordée de lacs et de bois sombres. Jakobsson ne s’inspire pas directement de la nature mais de l’atmosphère si particulière qui se dégage de ces paysages, où la lumière semble être en conflit perpétuel avec la nuit. Influencé par le modernisme, il s’intéresse également très tôt aux nouveaux matériaux qui apparaissent dans les années 1950. Le laiton le passionne tout particulièrement. Il l’associe naturellement au verre pour créer des modèles dont les plus monumentaux orneront les bâtiments publics, les salles de concert ou les églises.
Il n’oublie pas pour autant les intérieurs de ses contemporains et crée de nombreuses lampes, lampadaires ou appliques n’ayant pour frontières que les limites de son imagination. Viendront au milieu des années 1960 les modèles en laiton et fils de soie qui connaissent un immense succès et propulsent Jakobsson parmi les créateurs les plus influents de sa génération.
Le travail d’un autre grand créateur, le danois...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Copper
Vintage 3-head lamp
Located in Brescia, IT
Scandinavian lamp with three adjustable heads.
This 1960s lamp stands out for its elegant and functional design, inspired by the Scandinavian style. The gold metal frame offers a to...
Category
1960s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Johan Carpner Stav 3 White Brass Celing Lamp by Konsthantverk
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Ceiling lamp model Stav 3 designed by Johan Carpner and manufactured by Konsthantverk.
The production of lamps, wall lights and floor lamps are manufactured using craftsman’s tech...
Category
2010s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass, Iron
SOLITAIRE 03 Pendant Light Ø80cm/31.5in, Hand Crocheted in Egyptian Cotton
By Naomi Paul
Located in London, London
A diffused atmospheric light. Solitaire makes a stunning focal point in an entrance hall or stairwell. A family of SOLITAIRE pendants in a dining room creates a dramatic impression.
...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Scandinavian Modern lighting for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Scandinavian Modern lighting for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage lighting created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include lighting, decorative objects, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, brass and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Scandinavian Modern lighting made in a specific country, there are Europe, Scandinavia, and Sweden pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original lighting, popular names associated with this style include Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Louis Poulsen, Konsthantverk Tyringe, and Poul Henningsen. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for lighting differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $51 and tops out at $241,464 while the average work can sell for $2,156.
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