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
- Scandinavian design and Nordic design originated primarily in Denmark, Sweden, Finland, Iceland and Norway
- Introduced in the United States in mid-20th century
- Informed by the Bauhaus; 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
White Vintage PH 4.5/4 by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A very rare version in the Poul Henningsen metal series. It's basically a PH 4/3 on steroids. It is taller and wider. It was made for a brief time during the 1980s based upon a desig...
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1980s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Metal
$1,226 Sale Price
20% Off
Swedish Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and opaline glass chandelier designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 25.25” H x 14” Diameter
Dimensions of Canopy: 2” H x 4” Diameter
Ste...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
A pair of pendants by Mauri Amari for Idman
By Mauri Almari, Idman Oy
Located in Long Island City, NY
A chandelier designed by Mauri Almari for Idman Oy, Model 51122. Finland, circa 1950s.
Featured on Idman catalog No 132, page 7.
Polished brass with three original glass shades. Mea...
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1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
$6,000 / item
Sisal and Walnut Pendant Lamp by Temde
Located in München, DE
Exceptionally beautiful and very rare pendant lamp from the 1960s.
The design is very unusual.
The shape and materials create a warm and very pleasant light.
Particularly beautiful w...
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1960s German Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Raffia, Plastic, Walnut
Paavo Tynell Ceiling Lamp Model 1507, Green Glass & Brass, Taito 1930s
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
This is the first time in our almost 30 year career that we have had this type Tynell lamp. It is from the 1930-40s and model 1507 is found in one of the earlier Taito catalogues of ...
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1930s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Iconic PH Artichoke by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen, New & Customizable
Located in Tilburg, NL
Iconic PH Artichoke by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen - New & Customizable
If you talk about iconic lighting designs, the Articho...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Copper, Steel
Swedish Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and opaline glass chandelier designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Dimensions of Canopy: 2.25” H x 3.625” W x 3.625” D
Stem length: 17”H
Bulb Specifications: E-26 ...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Large Vilhelm Lauritzen VL45 'Radiohus' Pendant in Pale Rose for Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Large Vilhelm Lauritzen VL45 'Radiohus' pendant in pale rose for Louis Poulsen.
Originally designed in the 1930s by Vilhelm Lauritzen in partnership with Louis Poulsen for the const...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Poul Henningsen PH 3½-3 Pale Rose Glass Pendant for Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen PH 3½-3 Pale Rose Glass Pendant for Louis Poulsen
The PH 3½-3 Glass Pendant is one of many advanced projects undertaken by Poul Henningsen in the development of his ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Chandelier by Paavo Tynell
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Long Island City, NY
Ceiling lamp model "9029", designed by Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy. Stamped "TAITO 9029". Finland , Circa 1940th-1950th.
One glass shade slightly shorter then other, but not effected ...
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1950s Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
$18,000
Ornö, Chandelier, Brass, Birch, Reed, Finland, 1930s
By Orno Oy
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, stained birch and woven reed chandelier designed and produced by Ornö, Finland, 1930s.
Dimensions of canopy (inches): 2” H x 3.5” Diameter
Socket takes standard E-26 bulbs....
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1930s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Rare Paavo Tynell Adjustable Perforated Brass Ceiling Pendant A1965, Taito 1940s
By Paavo Tynell, Taito
Located in Helsinki, FI
An extremely rare earlier version of the model A1965 adjustable ceiling lamp designed by Paavo Tynell and manufactured by Taito Oy in the 1940s in Finland. This version features a sp...
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1940s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Large Lyfa Brass Midcentury Chandelier
By Lyfa
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass frame with nine arms fitted each with E27 sockets and silk shades. Made in Denmark in the early 1950s. Still in origianl condition but can be restored on request, polished and ...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Brass, Steel
Swedish Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and etched glass chandelier designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 20” H x 17” Diameter
Dimensions of Canopy: 3“ H x 3.5” Diameter
Stem l...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Chandelier by ERIK HÖGLUND for Boda
Located in Long Island City, NY
A 12-arms chandelier, designed by ERIK HÖGLUND for Boda , Sweden, second half of the 20th century. Hand blown glass and rough iron. Electrification available upon request.
H 40″; ...
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Late 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Blown Glass
Swedish Designer Josef Frank Style Textile Dome Pendant, 1960s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Scandinavian midcentury modern vintage pendant with cream white dome shaped textile shade over metal mount and three red wooden globes on top. In the organic modern style of Josef Fr...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Textile, Wood
Swedish Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and glass chandelier designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 25.25 ” H x 21.5” Diameter
Dimensions of Canopy: 2.875” H x 4.25” D
Stem lengt...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Ceiling light by Bo Notini for Glössner & Co, Sweden, 1940s
By Glossner AB, Bo Notini
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
A rare and elegant ceiling light designed by Bo Notini for Glössner & Co in Sweden during the 1940s.
This refined piece features a delicately etched glass shade adorned with birds a...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Chandelier in Paavo Tynell Style
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Long Island City, NY
A chandelier in Paavo Tynell style, probably by Itsu, Finland, circa 1940s-1950s.
Original glass shades with brass decoration. Measures: height 27....
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1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass
$1,500 Sale Price
50% Off
Teakwood and Raffia Bast Cascading Lamp by Jean Rispal
Located in München, DE
Beautiful lamp from the 1960s.
Great and unusual design with a fantastically comfortable look.
Very nice teak details and high-quality workmanship.
A spectacular play of light is cre...
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1960s French Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Raffia, Teak
Finnish Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Glass, Finland, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and gilded opaline glass chandelier designed and produced in Finland, c. 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 27 ” H x 20.125” Diameter
D...
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1940s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'C1280' Chandelier in Brass and White Glass 8.2ft
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans-Agne Jakobsson for Hans-Agne Jakobsson AB in Markaryd, chandelier, model 'C1280', brass, glass, 1960s
Designed by the renowned Swedish master Hans-Agne Jakobsson, this impressi...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Finnish Opaline Glass and Brass Chandelier, MELVA, 1950s
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Chandelier, manufactured by MELVA, 1950s. Opaline glass shades with brass frame. Good vintage condition, minor patina consistent with age and use. Beautiful Scandinavian Modern design.
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1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Large Lauritzen VL45 'Radiohus' Pendant in Pale Yellow Glass for Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Large Lauritzen VL45 'Radiohus' Pendant in Pale Yellow Glass for Louis Poulsen
Originally designed in the 1930s by Vilhelm Lauritzen for the construction of the Radiohuset building ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Organic Modern Cypress 33" Chandelier Pendant
Located in Beaverton, OR
Limited-Edition Mid-Century Modern Cypress Veneer Pendant Light: A Natural Masterpiece
Bring the beauty of nature indoors with this stunning, limited-edition mid-century modern cypr...
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2010s American Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Wood, Bentwood, Cypress
$3,312 / item
A pendant by Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Long Island City, NY
Paavo Tynell's ceiling light with hand painted glass diffuser by Kyllikki Salmenhaara, manufactured by Taito Oy,Finland. Circa 1940-50´s. 2 Edison sockets.
Rewiring available upon r...
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1940s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Art Glass
1 of the 4 Holmegaard Hanging Lamps by Michael Bang, 1970
Located in Rijssen, NL
This set of beautiful glass lamps from the Danish brand Holmegaard has a beautiful white color. The design is by Michael Bang, a designer whose work is highly sought after by collect...
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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Cord, Opaline Glass
Vintage Scandinavian Modern Ceiling Pendants Verona 485 by Sven Middelboe, 1990s
Located in Asaa, DK
Vintage Scandinavian Modern ceiling pendants Verona 485 by Sven Middelboe, 1990s. Set of 2.
Pair of large pendants in white aluminium with seven circular shades, each shade is angled...
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1990s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum
Swedish Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Rattan, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and rattan chandelier designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s.
Assorted rattan lampshades.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 19.5” H x 25” W x 7” D
Dimensions of Canopy: 2.7...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
XL Swedish Modern Brass and Glass Pendants
By ASEA
Located in Karlstad, SE
Pair of rare Swedish Modern pendants in brass and glass, manufactured in Sweden during the 1940s. The globes are crafted using an advanced three-layer glass technique, ensuring optim...
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20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Midcentury Danish Ceramic Hanging Pendant Light
Located in Oakland, CA
Mid-century Danish ceramic hanging light with original brass chain and canopy.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Ceramic
Swedish Designer, Chandelier, Pine, Fabric, Sweden, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A pine and white fabric chandelier designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1970s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 37” H x 17” Diameter
Dimensions of Canopy: 3.5” H x 4.5” Diameter
Cord...
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1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Fabric, Pine
Bo Notini, Pendant Light, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1940s
By Bo Notini
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and etched glass pendant light designed by Bo Notini and produced by Glössner, Sweden, c. 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 21” H x 22” Diameter
Dimensions of Canopy: 3.7...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Model T-21 Pendant Light by Bernadotte for Bergboms, Sweden
Located in London, GB
Mid-20th century pendant light by silversmith Sigvard Bernadotte (1907-2002) for Bergboms of Sweden, model T-21.
A simple and elegant pendant light in painted metal and brass. The l...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
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 ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
$1,450 / item
Swedish modernist chandelier, brass and glass, Scandinavian Modern, 1940s
Located in Forserum, SE
Swedish 1940s pendant lamp made from brass with three curved arms holding bell-shaped shades in opal glass with a decorative golden pattern. The small brass bowl placed on the stem r...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Poul Henningsen PH 5 Pendant for Louis Poulsen in Red
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen PH 5 pendant for Louis Poulsen in red. 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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum
Ceiling Lamp in Lacquered Metal, Nylon Threads and Brass by Angelo Lelii, 1950's
By Angelo Lelii
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Ceiling Lamp in Lacquered Metal, Nylon Threads and Brass by Angelo Lelii, 1950's
Additional Information:
Material: Lacquered metal, nylon threads and brass
Style: Mid century
Very r...
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20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Chandelier by Paavo Tynell
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Long Island City, NY
Model "9029/5" ceiling lamp designed by Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy and destined to the import, engraved "9029/5", "MADE IN FINLAND", "TT" (Import stamp) and "OY. TAITO AB."
5 Edison s...
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1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
$26,000
Hand Crafted Monika Pendant, Ø50cm/19.7in
By Naomi Paul
Located in London, London
OMI collection are statement pendants, GLÜCK, SONNE and MONIKA. This is the original Naomi Paul lighting collection, launched in 2011.
A diffused atmospheric light. In its largest si...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
$6,231 / item
Poul Henningsen PH 5 Pendant for Louis Poulsen in Hues of Blue
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen PH 5 Pendant for Louis Poulsen in Hues of Blue
Poul Henningsen introduced his iconic 'PH 5' pendant light in 1958. Six decades later, the 'PH 5' remains the bestsell...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Steel, Aluminum
'Skyline' Brass Chandelier by Folkform for Örsjö
Located in Glendale, CA
'Skyline' Brass Chandelier by Folkform for Örsjö.
Executed in raw unlacquered brass which will acquire a beautiful natural patina over time. Inspir...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
$4,600 / item
A pendant by Paavo Tynell for Taito OY Model 1092
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Long Island City, NY
A pendant designed by Paavo Tynell for Taito OY, Finland, Model 1092 circa 1940th.
Pistachio colored glass with bleached wood slats shade .
Existing wires , rewiring available upon r...
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1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass
Gunnel Nyman, Chandelier, Brass, Glass, Finland, 1940s
By Gunnel Nyman, Idman Oy
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and opaline glass chandelier designed by Gunnel Nyman and produced by Idman, Finland, c. 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 27.5” H x 19.75 ” Diameter
Dimensions of Canopy:...
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1940s Italian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
A pair of Chandeliers by Paavo Tynell
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Long Island City, NY
A pair of Chandeliers Model "9029/5" designed by Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy and destined to the import, engraved "9029/5", "MADE IN FINLAND", "TT" (Import stamp) and "OY. TAITO AB." ...
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1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
$52,000 / set
Paavo Tynell Commissioned Ceiling Lamp, Brass, Bronze & Parchment, Taito 1930s
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
This early Tynell ceiling lamp is quite an exquisite example of how luxurious and elegant Taito lamps were, most likely from the 1930s before Tynell became a household name through h...
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1930s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Poul Henningsen PH 5 Pendant for Louis Poulsen in Green
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen 'PH 5' Pendant in Hues of Green for Louis Poulsen.
Poul Henningsen introduced his iconic 'PH 5' pendant light in 1958. Today, the 'PH 5' remains the bestselling des...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum
Pendant Model 3023, Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy, 1930/1940s
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Pendant model 3023, designed by Paavo Tynell, manufactured by Taito Oy, 1930/1940s. Brass frame with paper shades. Marked. Good vintage condition, patina consistent with age and use....
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1940s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Lighting Pendant by Mac Hegerup
Located in Long Island City, NY
Lighting pendant designed by Mac Hegerup, for Kronobergs Belysning, Sweden circa 1960th.
Pressed colored glass on brass hardware. Very good vintage condition. Manufacturer label at...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass
Poul Henningsen PH 5 Pendant for Louis Poulsen in Pale Rose
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen PH 5 pendant for Louis Poulsen in monochrome pale rose.
Poul Henningsen introduced his iconic PH 5 pendant light in 1958. Six decades later, the PH 5 remains the bes...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum
Elegant Pine Pendant Light by Hans-Agne Jakobsson Ellysett, 1970s
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
This elegant pine pendant light is the work of renowned Swedish designer Hans-Agne Jakobsson. Born in 1919 in Sweden, Jakobsson was a significant designer and furniture maker known f...
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1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Wood, Pine
Rare 1960s Paavo Tynell Starry Sky 9068 Lamp by Lightolier Ceiling Mount Large
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Ready to be hardwired, with normal US 110v voltage. Houses 4 incandescent bulbs.
This is a large 18x18 square “starry sky” ceiling lamp model #9068 by Paavo Tynell for Lightolier. ...
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1960s American Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Steel
Swedish Designer, Small Pendant Light, Embroidery Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A small beige embroidery fabric pendant light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 9.25” H x 9.15” W x 3” D
Bu...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Fabric
Swedish Pendant in Brass and Glass by Böhlmarks
Located in Karlstad, SE
A striking pendant lamp from the renowned Swedish lighting manufacturer Böhlmarks, dating back to the 1940s. This piece features an amber-toned, frosted glass shade with delicate sta...
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20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Swedish Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Glass, Fabric, Sweden, 1920s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, white fabric and yellow glass chandelier designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1920s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 25.5” H x 22.5” Diameter
Dimensions of Canopy: 2.25“ H x 4...
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1920s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Hanging copper Poul Henningsen PH4/4 1930's original Louis Poulsen Denmark Rare
Located in Forest, BE
Spectacular copper and brass nickeled suspension lamp made in the 1930s at the famous Louis Poulsen factory. The lamp come in few parts which includes 3 copper shades. Easy to fix install. The lamp remain in excellent condition and is ready to be used as she got a new cable in cotton. You can see lots of patina and traces of time. It becomes really hard to find a good PH lamps these days.
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Poul Henningsen est le fils illégitime de l'auteure Agnès Henningsen et de l'écrivain satirique Carl Ewald. Il a passé une enfance heureuse dans une maison moderne qui a été souvent visitée par les intellectuels de la région. Entre 1911 et 1917, Poul Henningsen suit une formation d’architecte sans pourtant en obtenir le diplôme.
Durant les années 1920, Poul Henningsen a fait sa percée littéraire. Il a édité la revue Kritisk Revy (1926-1928, "Examen critique») dans laquelle lui et ses collègues méprisent le style ancien et le conservatisme culturel, reliant ainsi les thématiques politiques de l'époque . En même temps, il débute comme écrivain pour une revue sur les bienfaits d'une vie simple, en harmonie avec la nature et une sexualité plus libre . Il était l'homme qui a fait des revues danoises des armes politiques au service de aile gauche sans abandonner son caractère de divertissement (la soi-disant PH-revues 1929-1932).
En 1933, il édita son ouvrage le plus célèbre Hvad med Kulturen? ("Qu'en est-il de la culture ?") Une critique polémique, audacieuse et urgente de la vie culturelle danoise avec son snobisme et sa nostalgie du passé, en dépit de tous les efforts de la percée du modernisme. Il a essayé de faire un parallèle entre la pruderie, moralisateurs et penchants fascistes; il a également accusé les sociaux-démocrates de manquer d'une ligne culturelle ferme et conséquente. Ce livre ainsi que ses activités dans son ensemble lui ont donné une réputation de semi-communiste ("compagnon de route"). Dans cette période, il se tenait en fait proche des communistes sans les rejoindre. Il a participé à la propagande anti-fasciste, en essayant toujours de faire des connexions entre la culture et la politique.
Parmi ses autres initiatives durant cette période, il y a eu Danmarksfilmen en 1935, (en français : Le Film du Danemark) aussi connu comme Danmarksfilm PH. C'est un film sans prétention et non traditionnel dépeignant la vie contemporaine dans le Danemark d'une manière vivante et un peu irrespectueuse dans lequel les visuels sont saccadés par les rythmes de jazz. Il a été condamné et déchiré par la plupart des critiques, mais il est plus tard réhabilité et est devenu l'un des classiques des films documentaires danois. Il a également écrit des manuscrits de films.
Pendant la Seconde Guerre mondiale et l'Occupation allemande du Danemark il a gardé un profil bas et s'est enfui vers la Suède en 1943. Après la guerre, il s'est dissocié du communisme qui lui reprochant son humanitarisme de façade dans son attitude lors de l'accord conclu avec les nazis ainsi que pour son scepticisme croissant au sujet de l'Union soviétique et à bien des égards, il a été isolé. Cependant, il a continué à écrire et à débattre, et au cours des années 1960, la nouvelle génération à de nombreux égards a fait de lui une sorte de gourou. Dans ses dernières années, il est devenu un membre de l'Académie danoise et a soutenu le nouveau mouvement des consommateurs.
À bien des égards, Poul Henningsen est l'homme qui a achevé les travaux de Georg Brandes...
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1930s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Brass, Copper, Nickel
Swedish Designer, Pendant Light, Alabaster, Rope, Brass, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
An alabaster, brown rope and brass pendant light likely designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1930s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 28.75"H x 17.5"W x 17.5"D
Stem Length (inches): 6.0"...
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1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Alabaster
ASEA, Chandelier, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
By ASEA
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and white fabric chandelier designed and produced by ASEA, Sweden, c. 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 30.5” H x 21” Diameter
Dimensions of Canopy: 3.25” H x 4.5” D
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Brass
Poul Henningson Green PH5 Mini Pendants for Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningson green PH5 mini pendants for Louis Poulsen. Poul Henningsen originally introduced the full-sized PH 5 pendant light in 1958 as a Class...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Aluminum
Paavo Tynell pendant light model A 1-9 for Idman, Opal & Brass
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Hägersten-Liljeholmen, Stockholms län
Ceiling light composed by an Opal glass and Brass, designed by Paavo Tynell for Idman and produced in the 40's. The lamp is composed by a white opal glass and a brass diffuser. The l...
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1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Brass
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