Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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
Number in Set: Set of 2
Contemporary Pendant Lamp 'Ninotchka 425' by Lyfa, White
By Lyfa, Bent Karlby
Located in Paris, FR
Ninotchka, white pendant lamp by Bent Karlby
Editor: LYFA
Size : H 76,4 x W 42,5 x D 37 cm
Materials : Steel
3m textile cord black or white, depending lampshade color
Ligh...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Steel
Contemporary Pendant Lamp 'Ninotchka 425' by Lyfa, Black
By Lyfa, Bent Karlby
Located in Paris, FR
Ninotchka, black pendant lamp by Bent Karlby
Editor: LYFA
Size : H 76,4 x W 42,5 x D 37 cm
Materials : Steel
3m textile cord black or white, depending lampshade color
Ligh...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Steel
Verner Panton Pantop Ø23 Pendant in Light Blue
Located in Tilburg, NL
Verner Panton Pantop Ø23 pendant. Designed in 1980, current production.
The elegant Pantop line was designed by Verner Panton in 1980, and has for a long time been a staple of the...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
"Diabolo" Pendant Lamp by Svend Aage Holm Sørensen, Denmark, 1950s
Located in Hägersten, SE
"Diabolo" ceiling lamp designed by Svend Aage Holm Sørensen. Produced by ASEA belysning in Sweden during the 1950s. Made from black and white lacquered aluminum and brass. Working bo...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
Contemporary Pendant Lamp 'Mosaik III', White Steel
By Lyfa, Bent Karlby
Located in Paris, FR
Mosaik, side by side III, pendant lamp in white steel by Lyfa.
Size : H 36,2 x W 79,1 x D 25 cm
Materials: Matt painted steel and Solid brass
Textile wire (white) 300cm
Lig...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Steel
Large, Hans Bergström Attributed Ceiling Light / 2 Available
Located in Long Island City, NY
Swedish Modern style ceiling lamp design attributed to Hans Bergström, Sweden, circa 1940. Metal cage shaped shade with inner 3 linen-white color glass shades. Metal leafs decoration...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Contemporary Pendant Lamp 'Sundowner 400' by Lyfa
By Lyfa
Located in Paris, FR
Sundowner, Gold Pendant lamp by Jørn Utzon, LYFA.
Size : H 34,3 x Ø 40 cm
Materials : Matt painted steel
3m white textile cord with internal steel wire
Light source (Not includ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Steel
Contemporary Pendant Lamp 'Ninotchka 275' by Lyfa, Black
By Lyfa, Bent Karlby
Located in Paris, FR
Ninotchka, black pendant lamp by Bent Karlby
Editor: LYFA
Size : H49,4 x W 27,5 x D 23,9 cm
Materials : Steel
3m textile cord black or white, depending lampshade color
Lig...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Steel
Sabina Grubbeson Strapatz Brass Ceiling Lamp by Konsthantverk
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Ceiling lamp model Strapatz designed by Sabina Grubbeson and manufactured by Konsthantverk.
The production of lamps, wall lights and floor lamps are manufactured using craftsman’s t...
Category
2010s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Konsthantverk Glimminge Oxidized Brass Ceiling Lamp
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Ceiling lamp model Glimminge designed by Konsthantverk and manufactured by themselves.
A lamp that they still produce by hand. Truly comes into its own in Classic settings.
Thre...
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2010s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Contemporary Pendant Lamp 'Mosaik III', Black Steel
By Lyfa, Bent Karlby
Located in Paris, FR
Mosaik, side by side III, pendant lamp in black steel by Lyfa.
Size : H 36,2 x W 79,1 x D 25 cm
Materials: Matt painted steel and Solid brass
Textile wire (black) 300cm
Lig...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Steel
GLÜCK Pendant Light Ø80cm/31.5in, Hand Crocheted in 100% Egyptian Cotton
By Naomi Paul
Located in London, London
A focal point in any social space Glück is a pendant perfect for intimate environments. Single or clustered, Glück is equally at home in a kitchen or cascading down a stairwell.
Our...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
JUPE Pendant Light Ø80cm/31.5in, Hand Crocheted in 100% Egyptian Cotton
By Naomi Paul
Located in London, London
A diffused atmospheric light. Jupe Solitaire is a statement pendant suited to bedrooms and social spaces.
Each Naomi Paul pendant and lighting design is crafted entirely by hand in...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Pair of Danish Opaline Pendants "Mandarin" by Michael Bang for Holmegaard, 1980s
Located in Asaa, DK
Pair of Danish opaline pendants "Mandarin" by Michael Bang for Holmegaard 1980s.
Set of two elegant Danish hand blown ceiling lights in white...
Category
1980s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Opaline Glass
Enso Pendant Natural oak
By Lars Vejen
Located in Birkerød, DK
ENSO pendant by Lars Vejen for MOTARASU
ENSO pendant is based on traditional Japanese wood joinery using the best materials and handcraft and developed for LED light.
The lamp shade...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Oak, Paper
Konsthantverk Pendant Stoby Oxide D40 Opal Glass Ceiling Lamp
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Ceiling lamp model Stoby designed by Konsthantverk and manufactured by themselves.
A true Art Nouveau classic in white matte opal glass and oxidized brass.
Comes in a number of different sizes.
The production of lamps, wall lights and floor lamps are manufactured using craftsman’s techniques with the same materials and techniques as the first models.
Materials and color:
Oxidized brass/Mat opalglass
Dimensions:
D 15.74 in x H 22.44 in
D 40 cm x H 57 cm
Available in different sizes.
Technical details:
Max 60 W E27
Mounting: hook mounted
Connection: Swedish plug, terminal in canopy
The lamps are wired with standard European wiring.
Not UL listed.
Indoor use and dry locations only.
This lamp is wired for Europe, if used in US or any other country the client will need to convert it.
Konsthantverk means “Art” and ‘Craftsmanship’, this Swedish company has been manufacturing lamps for nearly one hundred years. They do all the process: milled, drilled, formed and finished. For several years they ran through its own glassworks in Småland for the manufacture of his lamps glass.
They have an entire collection for consumers, but they also produce special products as street lighting on Biblioteksgatan in Stockholm or the ceiling lighting at the Kennedy Center...
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2010s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
4 x Svend Aage Holm Sorensen for Holm Sorensen & Co
Located in Beerse, VAN
Beautiful set of pendants designed by the Danish designer Svend Aage Holm Sorensen for his company Holm Sorensen & Co. All the designs of Svend Aage Holm Sorensen were created in his...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Poul Henningsen PH 5 Copper Pendant for Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen PH 5 copper pendant for Louis Poulsen. Poul Henningsen introduced his iconic PH 5 pendant light in 1958. To celebrate, Louis Poulsen is putt...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum, Copper
Konsthantverk Glob Chrome D30 Ceiling Lamp
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Ceiling lamp model Glob designed by Konsthantverk and manufactured by themselves.
Incredibly beautiful in all its simplicity. Available in several different varieties and sizes. ...
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2010s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Poul Henningsen Ph5 Pendant in Monochrome White for Louis Poulsen
Located in Tilburg, NL
Poul Henningsen PH5 Pendant for Louis Poulsen. Denmark. Designed in 1958. New, current production.
Poul Henningsen developed the PH 5 in 1958 in response to constant changes made to the shape and size of incandescent bulbs by bulb manufacturers, naming it after the size of the pendant’s main shade, which is 50 cm in diameter. When the lamp was introduced, he wrote, typically daringly, about how he had lost faith in whether the manufacturers of incandescent light bulbs would ever learn to consider common sense or have the consumer’s best interests at heart: “I have accepted fate, and with Louis Poulsen´s permission I have designed a PH fixture, which can be used with any kind of light source, Christmas lights...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Poul Henningsen PH5 Pendant in Monochrome Black for Louis Poulsen
Located in Tilburg, NL
Poul Henningsen PH5 Pendant for Louis Poulsen. Denmark. Designed in 1958. New, current production.
Poul Henningsen developed the PH 5 in 1958 in response to constant changes made to the shape and size of incandescent bulbs by bulb manufacturers, naming it after the size of the pendant’s main shade, which is 50 cm in diameter. When the lamp was introduced, he wrote, typically daringly, about how he had lost faith in whether the manufacturers of incandescent light bulbs would ever learn to consider common sense or have the consumer’s best interests at heart: “I have accepted fate, and with Louis Poulsen´s permission I have designed a PH fixture, which can be used with any kind of light source, Christmas lights and 100 W metal filament bulbs. Although a fluorescent tube would be too much to ask in the existing form!” Henningsen wanted to improve the colour reproduction characteristics of the light source in the PH 5. Small red and blue shades were therefore inserted to supplement the colour in the part of the spectrum where the eye is least sensitive – the red and blue areas – thereby subduing the light in the middle yellow-green region where the eye is most sensitive. At the time, no one knew that the PH 5 would become synonymous with the PH light, which remains 100% glare-free, irrespective of how the light is installed or which light source is used. The red and blue rings...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
1960s Mauri Almari Opaline Glass and White Metal 'AE 88' Ceiling Lamp for Itsu
Located in Glendale, CA
1960s Mauri Almari Opaline glass and white metal 'AE 88' ceiling lamp for Itsu. Produced in Finland in the 1960s and in the manner of Paavo Tynell. A rare and elegant ceiling lamp ex...
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1960s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
1950s Black Metal Diabolo Pendant Lamp Attributed to Stilnovo
By Stilnovo
Located in Glendale, CA
1950s Black metal Diabolo pendant lamp attributed to Stilnovo. Executed in black painted metal with new black cloth cord and custom fabricated per...
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Poul Henningsen Ph 5 Pendant for Louis Poulsen in Pastel Oyster Blue Rose
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen PH 5 pendant for Louis Poulsen in pastel oyster blue rose.
Poul Henningsen introduced his iconic PH 5 pendant light in 1958. Six decades later, the PH 5 remains t...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum
Yrjö Harsia 'Taifuuni' Pendant for Innolux Oy, Finland
Located in Glendale, CA
Yrjö Harsia 'Taifuuni' Pendant for Innolux Oy, Finland. Designed in 1969, Harsia's innovative 'Taifuuni' represents this undeservedly obscure designer's mo...
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21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Acrylic
'Mosaik II', Pendant Lamp in Black Steel by Lyfa
By Lyfa, Bent Karlby
Located in Paris, FR
Mosaik, side by side II, pendant lamp in black steel by Lyfa.
Size : H 38 cm x W. 52 x D 25 cm
Materials : Matt steel black
Textile wire (...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Steel
Konsthantverk Stoby Oxide D40 Opal Glass Ceiling Lamp
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Ceiling lamp model Stoby designed by Konsthantverk and manufactured by themselves.
A true Art Nouveau classic in white matte opal glass and oxidized brass.
Comes in a number of di...
Category
2010s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Poul Henningsen Blue PH5 Mini Pendants for Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen blue PH5 mini pendants for Louis Poulsen. Poul Henningsen originally introduced the full-sized PH 5 pendant light in 1958 as a Classi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum
Large Chandelier by Paavo Tynell / 2 Available
By Idman Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Long Island City, NY
Large, 10 Lights Chandelier designed by Paavo Tynell for Idman Oy, Finland, circa 1950th.
Polished brass with opaline glass shades. Similar example is featured at Idman Oy Catalogue...
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1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Pendant by Paavo Tynell / 2 Available
By Idman Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Long Island City, NY
A Pendant designed by Paavo Tynell, produced by Idman Oy, Finland, circa 1950.
Perforated metal shade, polished brass stem with brass wire decorations.
Diameter 10? ; Drop 42?.
Tw...
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1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Bent Kalrby Vintage XL Brass Glass Kina Pendant Lamp Lyfa Denmark
By Lyfa, Bent Karlby
Located in Lège Cap Ferret, FR
Bent Karlby. China lamp in white opal glass, brass mounting, frosted glass blind shade. 1960s.
Produced by Lyfa. Good used condition.
E27 Bulb rewired and functional
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Rare Set of 6 Ceiling Lights by Iittala, Finland, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Set of 6 available. Rare model, possibly designed by Lisa Johansson-Pape.
The glass is made by Iittala, Finland, 1950s.
Height is adjustable according to your wishes.
Please note...
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1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Teak, Glass
Verner Panton Pantop Ø23 Pendant in Warm Yellow
Located in Tilburg, NL
Verner Panton Pantop Ø23 pendant. Designed in 1980, current production.
The elegant Pantop line was designed by Verner Panton in 1980, and has for a long time been a staple of the...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
JUPE Pendant Light Ø60cm/23.6in, Hand Crocheted in 100% Egyptian Cotton
By Naomi Paul
Located in London, London
A diffused atmospheric light. Jupe Solitaire is a statement pendant suited to bedrooms and social spaces.
Each Naomi Paul pendant and lighting design is crafted entirely by hand in ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Set of 3 Swedish Ceiling Lights by Boréns, Sweden, 1960s
By Boréns Borås
Located in Stockholm, SE
Produced by Boréns Belysning, Sweden, 1960s. Very good condition with minor signs of usage and patina.
Brass and Opaline glass shades.
Measures: Diameter 78 cm
Height 35 cm.
Plea...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
1960s Opaline Glass and Brass Geometric Pendant Lamp Attributed to Mauri Almari
Located in Glendale, CA
1960s Opaline glass and brass geometric pendant lamp attributed to Mauri Almari. Executed in glossy opaline glass and brass with black cloth co...
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1960s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Lisa Johansson-Pape Glass 'Belle' Pendant
Located in Glendale, CA
Lisa Johansson-Pape glass 'Belle' pendant.
These newly produced authorized re-editions are executed in hand blown in thick opaline glass with white cord and white metal canopy. Ori...
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21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Konsthantverk Ögla D55 Oak Ceiling Lamp
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Ceiling lamp model Ögla designed by Konsthantverk and manufactured by themselves.
The production of lamps, wall lights and floor lamps are manufactured using craftsman’s techniqu...
Category
2010s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Oak
Contemporary Pendant Lamp 'Sundowner 175' by LYFA
By Lyfa
Located in Paris, FR
Sundowner, golden pendant lamp by Jørn Utzon, LYFA.
Size : H 15,1 x Ø 17,5 cm (3m white textile cord)
Materials : Matt painted steel
Light sour...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Steel
Konsthantverk Ögla D45 Brass Ceiling Lamp
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Ceiling lamp model Ögla designed by Konsthantverk and manufactured by themselves.
The production of lamps, wall lights and floor lamps are manufactured using craftsman’s techniqu...
Category
2010s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Poul Henningsen PH5 Pendant in Classic White for Louis Poulsen
Located in Tilburg, NL
Poul Henningsen PH5 Pendant for Louis Poulsen. Denmark. Designed in 1958. New, current production.
Poul Henningsen developed the PH 5 in 1958 in response to constant changes made to the shape and size of incandescent bulbs by bulb manufacturers, naming it after the size of the pendant’s main shade, which is 50 cm in diameter. When the lamp was introduced, he wrote, typically daringly, about how he had lost faith in whether the manufacturers of incandescent light bulbs would ever learn to consider common sense or have the consumer’s best interests at heart: “I have accepted fate, and with Louis Poulsen´s permission I have designed a PH fixture, which can be used with any kind of light source, Christmas lights and 100 W metal filament bulbs. Although a fluorescent tube would be too much to ask in the existing form!” Henningsen wanted to improve the colour reproduction characteristics of the light source in the PH 5. Small red and blue shades were therefore inserted to supplement the colour in the part of the spectrum where the eye is least sensitive – the red and blue areas – thereby subduing the light in the middle yellow-green region where the eye is most sensitive. At the time, no one knew that the PH 5 would become synonymous with the PH light...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
'Mosaik', 400, Pendant Lamp in Black Steel and Brass by Lyfa
By Lyfa, Bent Karlby
Located in Paris, FR
Mosaik, size 245, pendant lamp in black steel by Lyfa.
Size : H 38 cm x D 25 cm
Materials : Matt steel black
Textile wire (white) 300cm
Socket: E27
Max wattage: 60 Watt
White: 3M white textile cord
Black: 3M black textile cord.
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Mosaik is a playful yet sophisticated lighting system consisting of pendants, table, floor, and wall lamps. The conical lampshades are connected with brass tubes in an ingenious concept that enables numerous design variations that serve a wide variety of lighting needs.
Designed by Bent Karlby in 1959, the MOSAIK collection is an ingenious lighting system based on a simple, geometrical design principle. At the heart of the system is the iconic conical lamp shade...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Steel
Poul Henningsen PH5 Pendant in Hues of Blue for Louis Poulsen
Located in Tilburg, NL
Poul Henningsen PH5 pendant for Louis Poulsen. Denmark. Designed in 1958. New, current production.
Poul Henningsen developed the PH 5 in 1958 in response to constant changes made to the shape and size of incandescent bulbs by bulb manufacturers, naming it after the size of the pendant’s main shade, which is 50 cm in diameter. When the lamp was introduced, he wrote, typically daringly, about how he had lost faith in whether the manufacturers of incandescent light bulbs would ever learn to consider common sense or have the consumer’s best interests at heart: “I have accepted fate, and with Louis Poulsen´s permission I have designed a PH fixture, which can be used with any kind of light source, Christmas lights and 100 W metal filament bulbs. Although a fluorescent tube would be too much to ask in the existing form!” Henningsen wanted to improve the colour reproduction characteristics of the light source in the PH 5. Small red and blue shades were therefore inserted to supplement the colour in the part of the spectrum where the eye is least sensitive – the red and blue areas – thereby subduing the light in the middle yellow-green region where the eye is most sensitive. At the time, no one knew that the PH 5 would become synonymous with the PH light, which remains 100% glare-free, irrespective of how the light is installed or which light source is used. The red and blue rings...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Sabina Grubbeson Rosdala Brass Clear Glass Ceiling Lamp by Konsthantverk
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Ceiling lamp model Rosdala designed by Sabina Grubbeson and manufactured by Konsthantverk.
The production of lamps, wall lights and floor lamps are manufactured using craftsman’s ...
Category
2010s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Borens Boras Pendant Lights in brass Sweden 1960
By Boréns Borås
Located in Paris, FR
Pendant Lamps in brass by Boréns Borås, second half of the 20th century.
These lights have a very nice glow when on due to its perforated solid brass shade. Electrical function not t...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
'Mosaik', 250, Pendant Lamp in Black Steel by LYFA
By Lyfa, Bent Karlby
Located in Paris, FR
Mosaik, size 245, pendant lamp in black steel by LYFA.
Size : H 38 cm x D 25 cm
Materials : Matt steel black
Textile wire (white) 300cm
S...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Steel
Poul Henningsen PH5 Pendant in White Modern for Louis Poulsen
Located in Tilburg, NL
Poul Henningsen PH5 pendant for Louis Poulsen. Denmark. Designed in 1958. New, current production.
Poul Henningsen developed the PH 5 in 1958 in response to constant changes made to the shape and size of incandescent bulbs by bulb manufacturers, naming it after the size of the pendant’s main shade, which is 50 cm in diameter. When the lamp was introduced, he wrote, typically daringly, about how he had lost faith in whether the manufacturers of incandescent light bulbs would ever learn to consider common sense or have the consumer’s best interests at heart: “I have accepted fate, and with Louis Poulsen´s permission I have designed a PH fixture, which can be used with any kind of light source, Christmas lights...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Large 1960s Hans-Agne Jakobsson Geometric Bentwood Pendant for AB Ellysett
Located in Glendale, CA
Large 1960s Hans-Agne Jakobsson Geometric Bentwood Pendant for AB Ellysett Designed and produced by Jakobsson in Markaryd, Sweden and executed in thin bentwood with custom cloth cord...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Large 1960s Hans-Agne Jakobsson Cylindrical Bentwood Pendant for AB Ellysett
Located in Glendale, CA
Large 1960s Hans-Agne Jakobsson Cylindrical Bentwood Pendant for AB Ellysett. Designed and produced by Jakobsson in Markaryd, Sweden and executed in thin bentwood with custom cloth c...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Pendant Lamp Doo-Wop Light Blue by Louis Poulsen
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian pendant lamp Doo-Wop light blue by Louis Poulsen. Edition from 2010. This color is not produced anymore.
Category
1950s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum
Guldpendel Pendants in Chrome, Vilhelm Lauritzen for Louis Poulsen, Denmark 1950
Located in Vorst, BE
Modernist architect Vilhelm Lauritzen designed the Guldpendel pendant for Louis Poulsen, Denmark, in 1955.
The model was named ''Guldpendel'', danish for ''Golden pendant', as thes...
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Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome, Aluminum, Metal, Sheet Metal
Flush Mount Light Model A622b by Alvar Aalto for Valaistustyö, 1950s
Located in Helsinki, FI
Pendant model A622B by Alvar Aalto for Valaisintyö in the 1950s. Designed in 1953 for Helsinki Social Pension Institution. Metal, good vintage condition. Iconi...
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Metal
Poul Henningsen PH5 Pendant in Monochrome Oyster Grey for Louis Poulsen
Located in Tilburg, NL
Poul Henningsen PH5 Pendant for Louis Poulsen. Denmark. Designed in 1958. New, current production.
Poul Henningsen developed the PH 5 in 1958 in response to constant changes made to the shape and size of incandescent bulbs by bulb manufacturers, naming it after the size of the pendant’s main shade, which is 50 cm in diameter. When the lamp was introduced, he wrote, typically daringly, about how he had lost faith in whether the manufacturers of incandescent light bulbs would ever learn to consider common sense or have the consumer’s best interests at heart: “I have accepted fate, and with Louis Poulsen´s permission I have designed a PH fixture, which can be used with any kind of light source, Christmas lights...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Poul Henningsen PH5 Pendant in Pastel Blue Pink and Peach for Louis Poulsen
Located in Tilburg, NL
Poul Henningsen PH5 Pendant for Louis Poulsen. Denmark. Designed in 1958. New, current production.
Poul Henningsen developed the PH 5 in 1958 in response to constant changes made to the shape and size of incandescent bulbs by bulb manufacturers, naming it after the size of the pendant’s main shade, which is 50 cm in diameter. When the lamp was introduced, he wrote, typically daringly, about how he had lost faith in whether the manufacturers of incandescent light bulbs would ever learn to consider common sense or have the consumer’s best interests at heart: “I have accepted fate, and with Louis Poulsen´s permission I have designed a PH fixture, which can be used with any kind of light source, Christmas lights and 100 W metal filament bulbs. Although a fluorescent tube would be too much to ask in the existing form!” Henningsen wanted to improve the colour reproduction characteristics of the light source in the PH 5. Small red and blue shades were therefore inserted to supplement the colour in the part of the spectrum where the eye is least sensitive – the red and blue areas – thereby subduing the light in the middle yellow-green region where the eye is most sensitive. At the time, no one knew that the PH 5 would become synonymous with the PH light, which remains 100% glare-free, irrespective of how the light is installed or which light source is used. The red and blue rings...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Metal
Verner Panton Pantop Pendant in Grey Sand
Located in Tilburg, NL
Verner Panton Pantop Ø23 pendant. Designed in 1980, current production.
The elegant Pantop line was designed by Verner Panton in 1980, and has for a long time been a staple of the...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Metal
Pair of Adjustable Pendant Light by Svend Aage Holm Sorensen, Denmark, 1960
Located in Paris, FR
Rare pair of adjustable pendant light by Svend Aage Holm Sorensen, Denmark, 1960.
Newly rewired to european standards.
Good condition.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Teak
Poul Henningsen PH5 Pendant in Brass for Louis Poulsen
Located in Tilburg, NL
Poul Henningsen PH5 Pendant for Louis Poulsen. Denmark. Designed in 1958. New, current production.
Poul Henningsen developed the PH 5 in 1958 in response to constant changes made ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Metal, Brass
'Mosaik', 400, Pendant Lamp in Brass and White Steel by Lyfa
By Bent Karlby, Lyfa
Located in Paris, FR
Mosaik, size 400, pendant lamp in white steel by Lyfa
Size : H 38 cm x D 25 cm
Materials : Matt steel white, Brass
Textile wire (white) 300cm
Socket: E27
Max wattage: 60 Watt
White: 3m white textile cord
Black: 3m black textile cord
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Mosaik is a playful yet sophisticated lighting system consisting of pendants, table, floor, and wall lamps. The conical lampshades are connected with brass tubes in an ingenious concept that enables numerous design variations that serve a wide variety of lighting needs.
Designed by Bent Karlby in 1959, the Mosaik collection is an ingenious lighting system based on a simple, geometrical design principle. At the heart of the system is the iconic conical lamp shade...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Steel
Scandinavian Modern chandeliers and pendants for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Scandinavian Modern chandeliers and pendants 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 chandeliers and pendants 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 chandeliers and pendants made in a specific country, there are Europe, Scandinavia, and Denmark pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original chandeliers and pendants, popular names associated with this style include Louis Poulsen, Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Poul Henningsen, and Paavo Tynell. 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 chandeliers and pendants 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 $2,089.
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