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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 

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

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
Golden Bell midcentury brass pendant lamp set
Located in Krefeld, DE
Very nice Set of 3 brass pendant lamps/shades) from the 1960. Beautiful condition with nice Patina. The lamp comes with an E26/27 Edision screw socket, canopy and holder for the cei...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Jo Hammerborg 'Orient' Pendant Lamp for Fritz Hansen in Copper and Rosewood
Located in Glendale, CA
Jo Hammerborg 'Orient' Pendant Lamp for Fritz Hansen in Copper and Rosewood. Established in 1872, Fritz Hansen has become synonymous with legendary Danish design. Combining timeless...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Copper

Danish Pendant Lights by Friis and Moltke for Lampas
Located in London, GB
A lovely pair of cylindrical bright red pendants, model FM1954, designed by the Danish architects Knud Friis and Elmar Molt...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum, Steel

Smokey Gray, White Glass Cone Pendant, 1950s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
1950s European Mid-Century Modern tapered glass ceiling light. Large slender cone shaped warm smokey grey over white glass pendant with white tiered Art Deco style glass base. Origin...
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Mid-20th Century European Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Large Poul Henningsen 'PH Artichoke' Glass Chandelier for Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Large Poul Henningsen PH glass Artichoke chandelier for Louis Poulsen. The PH Artichoke pendant light was designed in 1958 by Poul Hennin...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Chrome, Aluminum

"Auditorie" Pendant Lamp by Svend Middelboe for Nordisk Solar, Denmark, 1960s
Located in Utrecht, NL
The “Auditorie” series contains three lamps differing in size, this pendant is “Auditorie 3”, the largest one with the most shade layers. Known for its long, elegant neck and multilayered shade system, this rare model is among Svend Middelboe’s most coveted designs. This model has several common details with the Verona pendant light; it was designed with functionality in mind, specifically to spread light in the most efficient way. The inner shades diffuse light and there is no glare. The large main shade, dictates the design; the upper umbrella-like shade is connected to the stem that contains the socket. There are three more shades gradually decreasing in size. Like the Verona model, the surface on the outside is brass anodized aluminium, while the inside is lacquered white. From the late 1950s, Nordisk Solar Compagni—or simply “Solar” (as seen in adverts and catalogues from the era)—focused entirely on manufacturing high-quality lighting. They collaborated with the era’s most well-known Danish lighting designers and used their expertise in using plastic for the production of radio sets, to create exceptional lighting fixtures in the late 1950s and 1960s. Svend Middelboe’s pendants were among the best-selling models in the company’s catalogue. Danish lighting manufacturer Nordisk Solar was founded in 1919 by Jacob L. Jørgensen and Herluf Sørensen. Svend MIddelboe joined the company later, and soon became a permanent designer. The company is still well-known today on the vintage markets for its Mid-Century Modern pendants and layered lighting...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum

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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum

'Peanut 400' Pendant Lamp by Bent Karlby for Lyfa 'New Edition'
Located in Paris, IDF
Pendant Lamp by Bent Karlby for LYFA Opal glass, Brass Sizes available: D 175 mm – H 290 mm D 250 mm – H 420 mm D 400 mm – H 620 mm Textile wire (black) 300cm Bulb: E14/E27 max 40/60W (110V-230V) -- The PEANUT lamp...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Lisa Johansson-Pape Glass 'Onion' Pendants
Located in Glendale, CA
Lisa Johansson-Pape glass 'Onion' Pendants. Handblown in thick opaline glass with white cord and canopy. Originally designed in 1954 in Finland, the 'Sipuli' (which is Finnish for 'o...
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21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Blown Glass, Opaline Glass

Pendants by Orrefors
Located in Long Island City, NY
A pair of pendants by Orrefors, Sweden, circa 1960. Dimension: Height 50 cm (20"). Existing European wiring, we do not guaranty functionality. ...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Glass

Swedish Designer, Pendant, Brass, Metal, Pink Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, metal and pink fabric pendant designed and produced in Sweden, 1940s. Variable dimensions, measured as illustrated in the first image. Note white wooden used to illustra...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass, Metal

Poul Henningsen PH 2/1 Glass Pendant for Louis Poulsen in Black Metallized
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen PH 2/1 glass pendants for Louis Poulsen in Black Metallized. Executed in white opal glass and a black metallized frame. The Industrial look of the dark metallized sur...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Contemporary Pendant Lamp 'Mosaik III', Black Steel
Located in Paris, IDF
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

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Steel, Brass

Helena Tynell. Three ceiling lamps. Stainless steel and smoke-colored glass
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Helena Tynell. Three small ceiling lamps in stainless steel and smoke-colored glass. Approximately from 1970. In perfect condition. Dimensions: H 20.0 cm x D 7.0 cm. Helena Tynell w...
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1970s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Stainless Steel

Poul Henningsen PH5 Pendant in Copper 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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Copper, Metal

Set of Three Saturn Pendants by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup, 1960s
Located in Rotterdam, NL
Three Saturn pendants, designed by Danish designer Jo Hammerborg and manufactured by Fog & Mørup. The model is a structure of two concentric cylindrical copper bands that are held t...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Copper

Scandinavian Modern, Lisa Johansson-Pape "Onion Lamp", Produced by ASEA, 1950s
Located in Örebro, SE
Scandinavian Modern, opaline glass "Onion Lamp" by Lisa Johansson-Pape, produced by ASEA, 1950s. Good vintage condition, ware consistent with age and use.
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Opaline Glass

Rare Onion Pendants in Orange Glass by Helge Zimdal
Located in Vienna, AT
Rare glass version, double leyed glass orange and white, designed by Helge Zimdal for Falkenberg. Zimdal was actually most known for his architectural work, mostly in Stockholm, Swed...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Large Scandinavian Modern 12-Arm Polished Brass Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
An elegant Scandinavian Modern 12-arm polished brass chandelier. Each arm is detailed with petal shaped caps lacquered in white. The arms converge at a center ring where four brass s...
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, 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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Big pendent Lamp by Leif Wikner 1960s
Located in Farsta, SE
Big pendent Lamp by Leif Wikner Made out of thin pine wood from the 1960. In perfect condition. Height: 48,5 cm Diameter: 21 cm
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Pine

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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Pendant Lamp 'Kassablanka 240' by Simon P Henningsen for Lyfa
Located in Paris, IDF
Pendant lamp 'Kassablanka 240' signed by Simon P Henningson for Lyfa Natural anodized aluminum D.240mm H.260mm 6m white textile Socket: E27 Max 60W KASSABLANKA, a masterpiece of il...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum

A Red & White Ceiling Pendant Model K2-47 by Maria Lindeman, Idman 1960s
Located in Helsinki, FI
A cheerful and colourful ceiling pendant by Maria Lindeman for Idman. Already designed in the late 1950s and featured in the 1961 Idman catalogue, this lamp combines a frosted glass ...
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1960s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

PH 5/3 pendant by Poul Henningsen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
PH 5/3 pendant in brass and red painted metal. 1949. Poul Henningsen / Louis Poulsen
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Brass

Glass Pendant Lamp by Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in Stockholm, SE
Striking ceiling lamp by Hans-Agne Jakobsson with three cylindrical glass shades suspended from a large brass ceiling cup. Perforated brass cylinders inside enclose the light sources...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Pendant Lamp 'Kassablanka 190' by Simon P Henningsen for Lyfa
Located in Paris, IDF
Pendant lamp Kassablanka 190 signed by Simon P Henningson for Lyfa Natural anodized aluminum D.190mm H.205mm 6m white textile Socket: E14 Max 40W KASSABLANKA, a masterpiece of illu...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum

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

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Metal

Scandinavian Modern Etched Glass Ceiling Light, Most Likely Glössner ca 1940's
Located in Örebro, SE
Absolutely stunning 1940s Swedish etched glass ceiling light. Chipped edge glass etched with a dancing lady and stars. Most likely made by G...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Large Brass Midcentury Scandinavian Style Chandelier, Italy 1950s
Located in Mombuey, Zamora
Large Scandinavian style midcentury brass chandelier or ceiling lamp with 8 light. Brass ,madera and plexiglas We do not know who is in the designer, but for his style sure that i...
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1850s Italian Antique Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Pendant Lamp 'Kassablanka 142' by Simon P Henningsen for Lyfa
Located in Paris, IDF
Pendant lamp Kassablanka 142 signed by Simon P Henningson for Lyfa Natural anodized aluminum D.142mm H.153mm 6m white textile Socket: G9 Max 28W KASSABLANKA, a masterpiece of illum...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum

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

Pair of Large Pendant by Erik Hoglund Attributed
Located in Long Island City, NY
A pair of large pendants by Erik Hoglund, (1932-1998) attributed. Sweden, circa 1970s. Handblown glass and perforated brass. Measures: Glass sh...
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1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Westal, Pair of Pendants, Copper, Sweden, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of copper pendants designed and produced by Westal AB, Bankeryd, Sweden, 1970s. Dimensions of canopy (inches) : (height x width x depth). Socket takes standard E-26 medi...
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1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Copper

Louis Weisdorf 'Multi-Lite' Pendant Lamp in White / Brass
Located in Glendale, CA
Louis Weisdorf 'Multi-Lite' pendant lamp in white / brass. Designed in 1972 by Weisdorf, this is an authorized re-edition by Gubi of Denmark who meticulously reproduces his work with scrupulous attention to detail and materials that are faithful to the original specifications. This highly sculptural and geometrical pendant lamp...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Chrome, Metal

Pendant by Hans Agne Jkobsson
Located in Long Island City, NY
A Pendant designed by Has Agne Jkobsson, Sweden. Circa 1960th. Existing wiring, we do not guaranty functionality. Rewiring available upon request. The matching table lamp also avail...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Swedish Chandelier in Brass and Opaline Glass by Hans Bergström for ASEA
Located in Karlstad, SE
Chandelier in brass with shades of frosted opaline glass by Hans Bergström for ASEA, Sweden, 1950s. This small chandelier was made with an impressive sense for quality and design. Gr...
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20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Chandelier by Jan Wahlman, Sweden / 2 available
By Jan Wahlman
Located in Long Island City, NY
A chandelier designed in early 1960th by Swedish Architect Jan Wahlman (son of Architect Lars Israel Wahlman) for Dandery Municipal Building. Later...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Opal, Metal

Chrome and Red Milieu Pendant by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup, 1970s
Located in Rotterdam, NL
Milieu pendant designed by Jo Hammerborg that ­–like many of his designs– has a sculptural quality. Fog & Mørup issued this special edition of Milieu...
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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

'2' Fog & Morup Style Black Pendants
Located in Los Angeles, CA
(2) Black Fog & Morup style pendants from Denmark. Original finish. Wired with a single E26 medium based socket for the US. Light bulb included. Overall drop adjustable upon request....
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum

Pendant by Orrefors
Located in Long Island City, NY
A pendant by Orrefors, Sweden, circa 1970. Existing wiring, rewiring available upon request.
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1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Danish Design Louis Poulsen Ph Louvre Hanging Lamp 1960s
Located in Oirlo, LI
Dit is een prachtige mega grote Snowball of Louvre zoals deze lamp ook wel wordt genoemd. Deze lamp is gemaakt in de jaren60. De designer van deze lamp is Poul Henningsen. Deze la...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum

Pendant by Lisa Johansson-Pape for Orno
Located in Long Island City, NY
A pendant designed by Lisa Johansson-Pape for Orno. Finland. Model 66-077, circa 1960s. Frosted glass pendant height is 10". Existing electrical wiring, we do not guaranty function...
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1960s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Chandelier by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors/ 4 available
Located in Long Island City, NY
A vintage chandelier by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, Sweden, circa 1960. Clear textured glass and brass. Measures: Diameter 48cm. Existing European wiring, rewiring available upon re...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Poul Henningsen PH5 Pendant in Pastel Oyster Blue and Pink 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

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Metal

Swedish Designer, Pendant Light, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and white opaline glass pendant light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 26.75” H x 9” W x 4.75” D Dimensions of Canopy: 3.25“ H x 3.5”...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Poul Henningsen 1894-1967, PH 3½-3 Pendant with Brass Socket / Metal
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Poul Henningsen, 1894-1967. PH 3½-3 pendant with brass socket / metal, wire shade holders mounted with shade in yellow-painted metal. Measures: Diamete...
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Swedish Midcentury Chandelier by ASEA
By ASEA
Located in Karlstad, SE
This elegant 1950s chandelier, manufactured by ASEA, showcases a sophisticated blend of brass and wood. Its graceful curved brass arms extend from a central wooden hub, supporting op...
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20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Pendant Lamp by Tapio Wirkkala for Iittala, Finland
Located in Stockholm, Stockholms län
Hanging lamp designed by Tapio Wirkkala in Finland during the late 1950s. This actual pendant has been manufactured by Iittala during the 1970s. Blown glass ball slightly colored in ...
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Verner Panton, Topan Ceiling Lamp in Light Gray Lacquered Metal, 1970s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Verner Panton, Topan ceiling lamp in light gray lacquered metal. 1970s. Designed in 1959. In excellent condition. Dimensions: D 21.0 x H 18.0 cm
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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Small Poul Henningsen 'PH Artichoke' Steel Chandelier for Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Small Poul Henningsen 'PH Artichoke' steel chandelier for Louis Poulsen. The PH Artichoke pendant light was designed in 1958 by Poul Henningsen for the Langelinie Pavillonen restaur...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum, Stainless Steel, Steel

Poul Henningsen PH5 Pendant in Monochrome 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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Hand Crafted Solitaire 02 Harlequin Pendant, Ø80cm/31.5in
Located in London, London
Solitaire is our acrobat, artfully pairing balance with symmetry, evolving from a single Solitaire 01 to triple tiered Solitaire 03. Each variation creates a stunning focal point for...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Verner Panton Pantop Ø23 Pendant in Matte Metallic
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 V...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Space Age Golden 10-Light Sputnik Lamp, 1960s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Executed in glass, metal and brass. The lamp needs 10 x E27 / E26 Edison screw fit bulb, is wired, in working condition and runs both on 110 / 230 volt. Our lamps are checked, clean...
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1960s Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Brass

Chromed Brass and Glass Chandelier by Orrefors from the 1960s
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass chrome-plated frame with glass elements, fitted with 6 E14 sockets up to 60watts. Made in Sweden in the 1960s by Orrefors Glassworks.
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass, Chrome

Svend Aage Holm Sørensen. Spherical ceiling lamp in acid-etched copper.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Svend Aage Holm Sørensen, spherical ceiling lamp in acid-etched copper. Produced at Holm Sørensen & Co. 1970s. In perfect condition with normal signs of use. Dimensions: D 36.0 cm x ...
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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Copper

'Memoir 120 III' Black Pendant Lamp by GamFratesi for Lyfa, Side by side
Located in Paris, IDF
Memoir 120 Pendant Lamp signed by GamFratesi for LYFA. Side by Side 3 pendants DIMENSIONS W 88.7 x D 12 x H 15.6 cm COLOURS Black or brass Textile wire (white) 600cm Socket: G9 M...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

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