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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
Metal Ceiling Lamp by Hans Bergström
Located in Stockholm, SE
Sleek metal ceiling lamp by Alf Svensson with black lacquered outside and light grey metal inside.
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Ceiling Lamps in the Style of Simon Henningsen Produced in Denmark
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
A pair of ceiling lamps in the style of Simon Henningsen. Produced in Denmark.
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum

Hans-Agne Jakobsson Ceiling Lamp Produced by Hans-Agne Jakobsson AB in Sweden
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare ceiling lamp designed by Hans-Agne Jakobsson. Produced by Hans-Agne Jakobsson AB in Markaryd, Sweden.
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Swedish gold metal lamp
Located in Brescia, IT
Pendant lamp from the 1960s with a domed design. Because of its shape, it is ideal as lighting above a dining table. Good conditions. Potrebbe presentare dei segni del tempo. Pleas...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Hans-Agne Jakobsson "T507" Chandelier for Markaryd, Sweden, 1960s
Located in Utrecht, NL
This marvellous, brass five-light chandelier was created in what we now call “the golden age of Scandinavian design”. Hans-Agne Jakobsson was the great Swedish master of lighting, de...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Jonas Bohlin 3-Arm Chandelier in Ultramarine Blue 'C'
Located in New York, NY
A, circa 1990 3-arm chandelier by Swedish designer Jonas Bohlin. This fixture was created exclusively for the Stockholm restaurant Rolfs Kök. This fixture is made from tubular ir...
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Late 20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Iron

Ceiling Lamps Produced in Sweden
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare pair of ceiling lamps by unknown designer. Produced in Sweden.
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Swedish Mid-Century Modern Brass 9-armed Chandelier, Sweden, circa 1960s
Located in Utrecht, NL
This rare, brass nine-armed chandelier was created in what we now call “the golden age of Scandinavian design”. Swedish designers were masters of lighting, designing some of the most...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Ceiling light « Bumling » by Anders Pehrson
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Ceiling light, model « Bumling » in white lacquered metal by Anders Pehrson for ateljé Lyktan, Sweden circa 1960. It is the biggest version (more rare). The height mentioned in the d...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Ceiling Lamps by Erik Wärnå by EWÅ in Sweden
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Ceiling lamps designed by Erik Wärnå. Produced by EWÅ in Värnamo, Sweden. 2 pcs available
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Bent Karlby Ceiling Lamp Produced by Lyfa in Denmark
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare ceiling lamp designed by Bent Karlby. Produced by Lyfa in Denmark.
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Ceiling Lamp in Opaline Glass Produced by ASEA in Sweden
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare ceiling lamp in opaline glass and brass. Produced by ASEA in Sweden.
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Hans-Agne Jakobsson Ceiling Lamps Model TN 42 / M by Hans-Agne Jakobsson Ab
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare ceiling lamps model TN 42 / M designed by Hans-Agne Jakobsson. Produced by Hans-Agne Jakobsson AB in Markaryd, Sweden.
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Glass and metal pendant lights
Located in Brescia, IT
Classic 'Golden Edition' Bumling model by Anders Pehrson for Atelje Lyktan. A pair of iconic Scandinavian lamps from the 1960s in brass. In good condition. The electrical system i...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Large lamp mod. Semi, 1970s
Located in SAN PIETRO MOSEZZO, NO
Suspension lamp model "Semi" by Claus Bonderup & Torsten Thorup and produced by Fog & Morup in Denmark in 1967. The lamp is made of metal lacquered white inside and black outside. ...
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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Beautiful Mid-20th Century Brass Pendant by Itsu, Finland
By Itsu
Located in Espoo, FI
This beautiful ceiling pendant was designed during the 1950s in Finland. Itsu, short for Itä-Suomen Sähkö (eng. Eastern Finland Electricity), was a small, lesser known manufactory th...
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Ceiling Lamp Probably Produced in Sweden
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare ceiling lamp by unknown designer. Probably produced in Sweden.
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1950s European Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Sculptural Brass and Glass Ceiling Light, Scandinavia, 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
The Danes call it Hygge, the Swedes Lagom, and the Norwegians, Friluftsliv. When it comes to Scandinavian interiors, these expressions mean clear design that can be enjoyed without b...
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1950s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Modernist Ceiling lamp by Hans-Agne Jakobsson, glass and metal, 1950s
Located in Hägersten, SE
Ceiling lamp designed by Hans-Agne Jakobsson. Made during the 1950s by his own company in Markaryd, Sweden. made from aluminum with a light grey lacquer, glass and brass. Original ce...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum, Brass

Tapio Wirkkala Rare Ceiling Lamp by Idman Oy Finland 1959-1961
Located in Espoo, FI
Rare ceiling lamp by Tapio Wirkkala with perforated brass shade and satin lacquered metal body, Designed and manufactured between 1959 and 1961 The model is from a limited edition ...
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1960s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Brass

Set of two Aluminum Pendant from the 1970s
Located in Vienna, AT
Two aluminium pendant made in the 1970s in Germany, fitted with one E27 socket up to 100watts. Dimentions: 34x41cm + 24x32cm
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1970s German Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum

Jo Hammerborg '1920-1982' for Fog and Mørup, Large Vega Pendant in Matt Aluminum
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Jo Hammerborg (1920-1982) for Fog and Mørup. Large Vega pendant in matt aluminum with glossy chrome-plated middle piece. Two light sources. 1970s. Mea...
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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum

S20 Murano Pendant Ceiling Lamp in White Swirl Glass with Brass
Located in København, DK
Sphere-shaped pendant ceiling lamp crafted from mouth-blown opaline glass. The design features a swirl pattern obtained using an original 1970s mould, specifically picked to give the...
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2010s Italian Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Ceiling Lamp Metal and Plexiglass Anonymous Sweden 1970
Located in Paris, FR
Unseen metal and plexiglass ceiling light, made in Sweden in the 70s. Good general condition, electrical functions not tested.  
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Scandinavian Vintage Pendant Lamp
Located in Brescia, IT
Vintage white metal lamp This minimally designed lamp is traces the Nordic taste for simple lines and color clear. A pendant fixture model that lend...
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1960s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

1960s Plafond Model Ceiling Pendant by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors
Located in New York, NY
A Swedish Orrefors ceiling fixture made by Carl Fagerlund with textured molded glass dish having canted sides and round plate. Each fixture has new wiring with 6 UL certified sockets.
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Hans-Agne Jakobsson for A / B Markaryd, Pendant in Copper, 1960s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Hans-Agne Jakobsson for A / B Markaryd. Pendant in copper, 1960s. Measures: 23 x 12 cm. In excellent condition.
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Copper

1930s Pendant Lamp
Located in Brescia, IT
Original vintage lamp made of stained glass and metal. The supporting structure is made of metal as well as the outermost part that serves as a decorative frame. The lampshade is m...
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1930s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Scandinavian Chandelier 1970s
Located in bruxelles, BE
Vintage metal chandelier 133 cm high. Wear due to time and age.  
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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Set of Pendant and Two Wall Lights by Fagerlund, 1950s
Located in Praha, CZ
Set of pendant and two wall lamps designed by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors in late 1950s. Dimensions of pendant: D: 18cm, H: up to 106cm Perfect condition, polished, rewired: 40W, E25...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Pair of Trumpet Lamps, Klaus Bonnerup & Torsten Thorup, Steel
Located in Copenhagen, DK
A pair of trumpet lamps, Klaus Bonnerup & Torsten Thorup. Steel. Measures: Diameter 60 cm, height 30 cm. Excellent condition.
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20th Century Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Pendant Lamp in Cristal
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mid-Century Modern scandinavian pendant lamp in crystal in style of Hans-Agne Jakobsson.
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1960s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Brass

Large adjustable pendant light, glass and brass, Orion model by Staff Leuchten.
Located in JOINVILLE-LE-PONT, FR
Exceptional large pendant chandelier, with a heavy spherical brass counterweight that allows height adjustment, a magnificent large red glass diffuser in a circular, contoured shape,...
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1960s German Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Danish pendant light in chromed metal, orient model, Jo Hammerborg for Fog.
Located in JOINVILLE-LE-PONT, FR
Superb large Scandinavian pendant light. Very elegant onion structure, reminiscent of Orthodox churches, held by a black wooden cone. ...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Large German pendant light in chrome metal, Tulip model by Erco 1960.
By Erco
Located in JOINVILLE-LE-PONT, FR
Superb large Scandinavian pendant light. Very elegant open bulb structure which provides diffused light for any type of room. This is ...
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1960s German Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Midcentury Pendant in Copper, Made in Denmark
Located in Lejre, DK
Great looking pendant in copper. Designed and made Denmark, 1960s
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Copper

Scandinavian Hanging Lamp in Teak and Perspex Granite
Located in Paris, FR
Scandinavian style hanging lamp in teak and exotic wood with granite perspex lampshades. It is suspended by four black wires and is attached to the ceiling by a teak cube. This four ...
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1960s French Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Glass, Teak

Rare Paavo Tynell Double Pendant
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Such an incredible example of Paavo Tynell's lighting designs. This example is rather unusual and comes with the original custom ordered glass shades. Simple and Classic. Soli...
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1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Very Elegant Cut Glass Pendant Chandelier for Kamenický Šenov, 1970s
Located in Prague 8, CZ
Czechoslovak cut glass and chrome plated ceiling light, made in the former Czechoslovakia for Kamenický Šenov in the 1970s. It features chrome ste...
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Mid-20th Century Czech Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Chrome

Danish Midcentury Pendant Designed by Lyfa, 1950s
By Lyfa
Located in Lejre, DK
Pendant in metal designed by Lyfa. Made in Denmark. Great original condition.  
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Pendant Lamp by Hans J. Wegner for Louis Poulsen
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A simple and well scaled pendant lamp having and acrylic shade that continues from a white metal cap.
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Fagerhult Iconic Sonatra Pendant by Jan Wickelgren, Large Stock
Located in Voorburg, NL
Very beautiful and fascinating Sonatra pendant designed by Jan Wickelgren and manufactured by Fagerhult in 2006 in Sweden. This iconic example of Scandi...
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Early 2000s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Steel

Atelje Pendant
Located in London, England
This exquisite pendant light is a harmonious blend of modern aesthetics and impeccable craftsmanship. Featuring a sleek and ornamental design crafted from finely pierced brass, it ex...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Large Danish aluminum pendant light, Zénith model, Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup
Located in JOINVILLE-LE-PONT, FR
Superb Scandinavian pendant light. Made up of a large aluminum cylinder lined with a grained black metal cylinder, it offers lighting with very intimate nuances. Total height widely ...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum

Vintage gold pendant lamp
Located in Brescia, IT
Brass pendant lamp from the 1960s. Perfect for placing over a dining table or in a living room, it creates warm, diffuse lighting that enriches the atmosphere of the room. Good con...
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1960s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Scandinavian gold lamp
Located in Brescia, IT
Gold metal pendant lamp with black band detail, dating from the 1960s. The elegant and aparticular design, combined with high-quality materials, makes it perfect for lighting modern...
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1960s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Ceiling Lamp Designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane for Rörstrand, Sweden, 1954
Located in Stockholm, SE
Ceiling lamp designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane for Rörstrand, Sweden, 1954. Stoneware. Measurements: H: 52 cm/ 1'9" D: 20 cm/ 8". Carl-Harry Stålhane (1920-1990) was born in the to...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Stoneware

Danish Metal Pendant Lamp California model by Vilhem Wolhert & Jorgen Bo/Poulsen
Located in JOINVILLE-LE-PONT, FR
Superb Scandinavian pendant light. A large blue-gray half-sphere above a metal mesh held by a brass handle. Rare, beautifully crafted light fixture.
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Brass

Danish triple pendant light, metal+Rosewood, Orient model, Jo Hammerborg 1965.
Located in JOINVILLE-LE-PONT, FR
Magnificent large Scandinavian pendant light. 3 copper-plated metal bulbs each topped with a rosewood cone and connected above by a ro...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Ceiling Lamp Pendant in Black Lacquered Metal and Brass, 1960's
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Ceiling Lamp in Black Lacquered Metal and Brass, 1960's Additional Information: Material: Black lacquered metal, brass Style: Mid cent...
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20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Large Danish Aluminum pendant light, Corona model by Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup.
Located in JOINVILLE-LE-PONT, FR
Superb Scandinavian pendant light. Made up of a large aluminum cone lined with a grained black metal cone, it offers very intimate nuanced lighting. Total height widely adjustable ac...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum

Tivoli Pendant Lamp by Simon Henningsen for Lyfa, Denmark 1962
Located in Berlin, DE
This colourful Danish pendant lamp was originally designed in 1962 by Simon Henningsen (1920-1974) for the Divan 2 restaurant in Copenhagen's Tivoli Gardens. A truly outstanding and ...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Anders Pehrson, a Brass "Bumling" Ceiling Light from Ateljé Lyktan, 1960's
Located in Brooklyn, NY
"Bumling" ceiling lamp designed by Anders Pehrson in 1960's and manufactured by Ateljé Lyktan in Åhus, Sweden. It is made of solid brass and features an on/off switch on the top and ...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

'Hat-Lamp' Pendant Lamp by Hans Agne Jakobsson
Located in Brescia, IT
1960s Lamp by Jakobsson for Markaryd. This iconic midcentury piece of furniture features a blue sheet metal shade with a distinctive hat shape. On the black cholere rim is the m...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

A large pendant by Harald Notini
Located in Long Island City, NY
A ceiling lamps model “11555” designed by Harald Notini for Arvid Böhlmarks Lampfabrik, Stockholm, 1940s. Shade in ivory glass, braided rattan, brass. Glass shades H 23″, Drop 55″. ...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Blown Glass

Unique Swedish Brass Chandeliers from 1959
Located in Stockholm, SE
True masterpiece. Special made for a public villa in Sweden, 1959. Currently investigating the designer of this model, probably Hans Bergström or Harald Notini (Böhlmarks). 4 pieces ...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

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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