Scandinavian Modern Flush Mount Lighting
SCANDINAVIAN MODERN STYLE
Scandinavian modernism is perhaps the warmest and most organic iteration of modernist design. The work of the designers associated with vintage Scandinavian modern furniture was founded on centuries-old beliefs in both quality craftsmanship and the ideal that beauty should enhance even the humblest accessories of daily life.
ORIGINS OF SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Emerged in the 1930s
- Originated primarily in Denmark, Sweden and Finland
- Introduced in the United States in mid-20th century
- Informed by the Bauhaus and modernism; influenced American mid-century modernism
CHARACTERISTICS OF SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Bold, clean lines and simple, sturdy symmetries
- Use of natural materials — native woods such as pine, ash and beech
- Open, airy spaces
- Promotion of functionality
- Emphasis on craftsmanship; rooted in cabinetry profession and traditional construction techniques
- Minimal ornamentation (little to no embellishment)
- A neutral or light color palette owing to prominence of light woods
SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
- Alvar Aalto
- Hans Wegner
- Kaare Klint
- Arne Jacobsen
- Greta Magnusson Grossman
- Finn Juhl
- Arne Vodder
- Verner Panton
ICONIC SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
VINTAGE SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS
The gentle, organic contours that are typical of Scandinavian design appear in the furnishings and decor created by Danish, Finnish and Swedish designers not as a stylistic gesture, but rather as a practical, ergonomic — and, as importantly, elegant — response to the human form.
Each nation produced exceptional talents in all areas of the applied arts, yet each had its forté. Sweden was home to Greta Magnusson Grossman and Bruno Mathsson — creators of the classic Grasshopper lighting series and Berlin daybed, respectively — but the country excelled most notably at ceramics. In the 1920s at the great Gustavsberg porcelain manufactory, Wilhelm Kåge introduced pieces in the Scandinavian style based on influences from folklore to Cubism; his skills were passed on to his versatile and inspired pupils Berndt Friberg and Stig Lindberg.
Likewise, Finland produced a truly ingenious Scandinavian modern furniture designer in the architect Alvar Aalto, a master at melding function and artistic form in works like the Paimio chair, created in collaboration with his first wife, Aino. Yet Finnish glassware was pre-eminent, crafted in expressive, sculptural designs by Tapio Wirkkala and Timo Sarpaneva.
The Danes excelled at chairs. Hans Wegner and Arne Jacobsen were exemplars of the country’s facility with wood, particularly teak.
Wegner created such iconic pieces as the Round chair and the Wishbone chair; Jacobsen — while the revolutionary architect and furniture innovator produced the best-selling plywood Ant chair — designed two classic upholstered pieces of the 1950s: the Swan chair and Egg chair. The list of great Danes could go on and on, including Finn Juhl, a stylistic maverick and maker of the bold Chieftain chair; Poul Kjaerholm, with his lean metal-and-rattan aesthetic; and Verner Panton, who introduced a vibrant Pop note into international design.
Today, decades after their heyday, the prolific, ever-evolving Scandinavian modernists continue to amaze and delight, and interior designers all over the world use their pieces to bring warmth to any given space.
On 1stDibs, you will note both instantly recognizable vintage Scandinavian modern chairs, sofas, rugs and tables — those that have earned iconic status over time — and many new discoveries.
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Style: Scandinavian Modern
Period: 1960s
Ceiling Light by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors / 2 available
Located in Long Island City, NY
A Ceiling light by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, Sweden. Circa 1960th
Textured glass with brass hardware. 6 Candelabra style sockets. Diam. 15.75".
Existing European wiring , rewiring...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Flush Mount Lighting
Materials
Blown Glass
Swedish Designer, Flush Mount, Fabric, Metal, Sweden, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
An off-white fabric flush mount designed and produced in Sweden, 1960s.
Dimensions of canopy (inches): N/A
Socket takes standard E-26 bulbs. 2 sockets.There is no maximum wattage st...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Flush Mount Lighting
Materials
Metal
Model 24-287 Flush Mounts, Lisa Johansson-Pape, Orno, 1960s
Located in Helsinki, FI
Model 24-287 flush mounts (ten in total, sold separately) designed by Lisa Johansson-Pape for Stockmann Orno, from the 1960s. Metal. Good vintage condition, minor patina and wear con...
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1960s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Flush Mount Lighting
Materials
Metal
Swedish Designer, Flush Mount, Fabric, Brass, Sweden, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
An embroidery fabric, metal and brass wall light designed and produced in Sweden, 1960s.
Dimensions of canopy (inches): 4.5” H x 4” Diameter
Socket takes standard E-26 bulbs. 3 sock...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Flush Mount Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
Set of 2 flush mount ceilings lamps, Sweden, 1960s
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pair of flush mount ceilings lamps with brass frames and acrylic diffusion.
Produced in Sweden, 1960s.
Please note: listed pirce is for (1) one lamps.
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Flush Mount Lighting
Materials
Brass
Flush Mount model H2-38, Paavo Tynell, Idman Oy, 1960s
By Paavo Tynell, Idman Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
Flush mount model H2-38,designed by Paavo Tynell, manufactured by Idman Oy, 1960s. Acrylic shade, brass and metal. Marked. Good vintage condition, minor patina consistent with age an...
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1960s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Flush Mount Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
A Pair of Sizeable Paavo Tynell Outdoor/Indoor Industrial style lamps for Idman
By Paavo Tynell, Idman
Located in Helsinki, FI
A pair of sizable industrial style Paavo Tynell outdoor / indoor lamps. These lamps model 2421-2453 are quite large with a big opaline glass ball ...
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1960s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Flush Mount Lighting
Materials
Aluminum, Metal
Vintage Crystal Flush Mounted Ceiling Lamps by Carl Fagerlund, 1960s. Set of 2.
By Carl Fagerlund, Lyfa
Located in Asaa, DK
Vintage Crystal Flush Mounted Ceiling Lamps by Carl Fagerlund, 1960s. Set of 2.
Pair of large Scandinavian Modern clear double textured crystal glass shades from Orrefors mounted on ...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Flush Mount Lighting
Materials
Crystal, Brass
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 Flush Mount Lighting
Materials
Steel
Brass and Glass Chandelier by Orrefors from the 1960s
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass frame with glass elements, fitted with 6 E14 sockets up to 60watts. Made in Sweden in the 1960s by Orrefors Glassworks.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Flush Mount Lighting
Materials
Brass
Oversized ceiling light by Lisa Johansson-Pape / 2 available
Located in Long Island City, NY
Oversized flush mount ceiling light designed by Lisa Johansson-Pape for Orno, Finland. Circa 1960th.
Acrylic shade with brass fittings and spacers. Diam- 27.5" ; H-5"
(3) Edison Typ...
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1960s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Flush Mount Lighting
Materials
Acrylic
Model 71-151 Flush Mount, Lisa Johansson-Pape, Orno, 1960s
Located in Helsinki, FI
Model 71-151 flush mount by Lisa Johansson-Pape for Orno from the 1960s. Painted metal and acrylic. Good vintage condition, minor patina and wear consistent with age and use. Classic...
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1960s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Flush Mount Lighting
Materials
Metal
Chromed Brass and Glass Chandelier by Orrefors from the 1960s
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass chrome-plated frame with glass elements, fitted with 8 E14 sockets up to 60watts. Made in Sweden in the 1960s by Orrefors Glassworks.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Flush Mount Lighting
Materials
Brass, Chrome
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.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Flush Mount Lighting
Materials
Brass, Chrome
Set of 4 Hans-Agne Jakobsson "T-472" Ceiling Lamps for Markaryd, Sweden 1960s
Located in Utrecht, NL
Hans-Agne Jakobsson was a renowned Swedish designer who is known for his exceptional contribution to the field of lighting design. Prolific during the golden age of Scandinavian desi...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Flush Mount Lighting
Materials
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.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Flush Mount Lighting
Materials
Chrome, Brass
Ceiling Lights by Luxus, Sweden, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Opaline glass and oak. Produced by Luxus, Sweden, 1960s.
Please note: Listed price is for one (1) lamp.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Flush Mount Lighting
Materials
Opaline Glass, Oak
1960s Mauri Almari Opaline Glass and White Metal 'AE 88' Ceiling Lamp for Itsu
Located in Glendale, CA
1960s Mauri Almari Opaline glass and white metal 'AE 88' ceiling lamp for Itsu. Produced in Finland in the 1960s and in the manner of Paavo Tynell. A rare and elegant ceiling lamp ex...
Category
1960s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Flush Mount Lighting
Materials
Metal
Hans-Agne Jakobsson Model "T-472" Ceiling Lamps for Markaryd, Sweden, 1960s
Located in Utrecht, NL
Hans-Agne Jakobsson was a renowned Swedish designer who is known for his exceptional contribution to the field of lighting design. Prolific during the golden age of Scandinavian desi...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Flush Mount Lighting
Materials
Brass
Set of 3 Swedish Ceiling Lights by Boréns, Sweden, 1960s
By Boréns Borås
Located in Stockholm, SE
Produced by Boréns Belysning, Sweden, 1960s. Very good condition with minor signs of usage and patina.
Brass and Opaline glass shades.
Measures: Diameter 78 cm
Height 35 cm.
Plea...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Flush Mount Lighting
Materials
Brass
1960s Large Brass with Frosted Glass / Opaline Flush Mount by Fagerhults Sweden
By Fagerhult
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Beautiful and large flush mount in brass with six large frosted glass / opaline glass vases made in the 1960s by Fagerhults Belysning in Sweden. The fixture as well as the glass vase...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Flush Mount Lighting
Materials
Brass
Brass and Glass Chandelier by Orrefors from the 1960s
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass frame with 12 pressed glass elements, fitted with one E27 socket up to 100watts. Made in Sweden in the 1960s by Orrefors Glassworks. One of the glass fixing screws replaced (se...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Flush Mount Lighting
Materials
Brass
10 Scandinavian Modern Hans-Agne Jacobsson Markaryd Lights, Model T771
Located in Stockholm, SE
10 Scandinavian Modern Hans-Agne Jacobsson Markaryd lights. Ceiling light fixture T 771, eye-catching light by Swedish light master Hans-Agne Jakobsson. The top cone is attached directly to the ceiling and behind the golden metal band along the centre is a single light socket attachment. The bottom glare protection grid is plastic covered in silver high gloss lacquer.
Good condition with a few minor scratches. It takes one standard E27 light bulbs.
Hans-Agne Jakobsson was undeniably one of the world’s most versatile and productive lighting designers and manufacturers in the fifties, sixties and seventies. He was also one of the best and most important designers in the Scandinavian era of golden and soft non-dazzle light. His earlier designs follow Scandinavian giants such as Poul Henningsen, Paavo Tynell and Alvar Aalto and he should be seen as important as the concurrent world renowned Nordic...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Flush Mount Lighting
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
Wall Lamp or Flush Light by Uno and Östen Kristiansson for Luxus
Located in München, DE
Extremely rare and beautiful Swedish wall lamp or ceiling lamp from the 1960s.
Great and exceptionally minimalist design.
The plastic lampshade spr...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Flush Mount Lighting
Materials
Metal
Idman Pair of "H2-55/30" White Metal Ceiling Lamps, 1960s
By Idman
Located in Praha 2, Hlavní město Praha
Pair of rare metal ceiling lamps, model H2-55/30, manufactured by Idman in Finland, 1964.
These rare and unique sculptural ceiling lamps were ...
Category
1960s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Flush Mount Lighting
Materials
Metal
Scandinavian flush lamp
Located in München, DE
Swedish ceiling lamp from the 1960s.
Exceptional design and very high-quality workmanship.
The lamp is a highlight for every room.
The reflector creates a spectacular play of light
...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Flush Mount Lighting
Materials
Metal
1960s Mid-Century Modern Polished Brass Pendant by Hans Agne Jakobsson Sweden
Located in København K, 84
Swedish interior decorator and furniture designer Hans-Agne Jakobsson (1919-2009) is best remembered for his softly glowing, glare-free lighting fixtures, which were inspired by the ...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Flush Mount Lighting
Materials
Brass
Wall lamp or flush light by Uno and Östen Kristiansson for Luxus
Located in München, DE
Extremely rare and beautiful Swedish wall lamp or ceiling lamp from the 1960s.
Great and exceptionally minimalist design.
The plastic lampshade spreads a warm and pleasant light.
A v...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Flush Mount Lighting
Materials
Metal
Paavo Tynell Starry Sky 9068 Lamp by Lightolier Midcentury Island Nook Pendant
Located in Hyattsville, MD
US WIRED, from a Washington DC estate.
Rare ceiling downlight, or could be outfitted to be hung as a pendant. This is a USA Lightolier version uses an anodized aluminum grate diffus...
Category
1960s American Vintage Scandinavian Modern Flush Mount Lighting
Materials
Steel
Ceiling Light Flushmount Lamp by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors
Located in Vienna, AT
Carl Fagerlund's brass-mounted pressed glass diamond pattern flushmount ceiling fixtures designed for Orrefors of Sweden. The fixture is fitted with six E14 bulbs, brass backplate an...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Flush Mount Lighting
Materials
Brass
Scandinavian Teak White Glass Lamp Uno & Östen Kristiansson, Luxus Vittsjö 1960s
Located in Nierstein am Rhein, DE
Sculptural and rare midcentury Scandinavian ceiling / pendant teak lamp or semi flush mount designed by Uno & Östen Kristiansson, circa 1960 and manufactured by Luxus Vittsjö, Sweden...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Flush Mount Lighting
Materials
Teak, Glass
1960s Danish Wall Sconce by Arne Jacobsen for Louis Poulsen
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A wall sconce having a half globe crowned by a white lacquered asymmetrically angled shade.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Flush Mount Lighting
Materials
Metal
Cross Oyster Flush Mounted Ceiling Light by Rolf Krüger for Staff
Located in Haderslev, DK
Beautifully designed flush mounted light panel for either wall or ceiling by Rolf Krüger for Staff Leuchten, Germany, 1968.
Sculptural light panel oyster ...
Category
1960s German Vintage Scandinavian Modern Flush Mount Lighting
Materials
Copper
Set of 2 Hans-Agne Jakobsson Brass Ceiling Light, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Flushmount. Produced by Hans-Agne Jakobsson AB in Markaryd, Sweden, 1960s.
Frame in polished brass. Blown original glass.
Listed price is for one (1) lamp.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Flush Mount Lighting
Materials
Brass
Set of 2 Swedish Ceiling Lamps by Fagerhults, 1960s
By Fagerhult
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare model, very good condition with minor signs of usage and patina. Produced by Fagerhults Belysning, Sweden, 1960s. Brass and Opaline glass shades.
Measures: Diameter 64 cm
Height...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Flush Mount Lighting
Materials
Brass
Large Chandelier Model Festival by Gert Nyström, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Designed by Gert Nyström and produced in Sweden by Fagerhults with glass from Orrefors. Very good condition.
Height is adjustable after your preferences.
Global front door shippin...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Flush Mount Lighting
Materials
Glass
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.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Flush Mount Lighting
Materials
Brass
Midcentury Flushmount or Wall Lamp
Located in Vienna, AT
Anber tinted glass, painted metal decor. Circular shape. Measures: Diameter approx. 23cm, height about 11 cm.
Made in Sweden in the 1960s.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Flush Mount Lighting
Materials
Blown Glass
Rare Set of 3 Large Chandeliers, Sweden, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare and large model, measures: 115 cm diameter. Produced in Sweden, 1960s.
Blown glass and lacquered metal frame.
Listed price is for one (1) chandelier.
(E27, 60W bulb).
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Flush Mount Lighting
Materials
Metal
Gigantic Flush Mounted Symphonie Fixture by Preben Dal for Hans Følsgaard, 1960s
Located in Haderslev, DK
Rare flush mounted Symphonie ceiling fixture by Preben Dal for Hans Følsgaard AS, Denmark, 1960s.
Enormous in size and condition is stunning no scratches or chips to the lacquer. ...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Flush Mount Lighting
Materials
Porcelain, Lacquer
Danish Mid-Century Pendant / Ceiling Fixture by Lyfa
By Lyfa
Located in New York, NY
Scandinavian Modern copper ceiling pendant / fixture suspended from adjustable cord. The fixture is composed of concentric rings of copper metal...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Flush Mount Lighting
Materials
Copper
Scandinavian Modern flush mount for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Scandinavian Modern flush mount 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 flush mount created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include lighting and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, brass and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Scandinavian Modern flush mount made in a specific country, there are Europe, Scandinavia, and Sweden pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original flush mount, popular names associated with this style include Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Fagerhult, Kay Boeck-Hansen, and Lyfa. 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 flush mount differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $690 and tops out at $6,500 while the average work can sell for $1,922.
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