Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
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
Pair of Swedish Pine Wood Wall Lamps, 1970s
Located in Karis, Nyland
Pair of Swedish modern 1970s wall lights made from pinewood. Beautiful and fine craftsmanship of these timeless wall lights from Scandinavia. This pair was made with love for the mat...
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1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
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Fabric, Pine
Large Outdoor Wall Lamp by Gunnar Asplund for ASEA
Located in Karlstad, SE
Outdoor wall lamp by Gunnar Asplund for ASEA, 1940s. This lamp features a very large clear glass shade, resting on a frame of painted metal. Th...
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20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
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Metal
Wall lamps by O. Bank Larsen & Kjeld Iversen for Louis Poulsen, Denmark, 1950s
Located in Hägersten, SE
Wall lamps designed by O. Bank Larsen and Kjeld Iversen. Produced in Denmark by Louis Poulsen during the 1950s. Made from solid oak with opal glass shades with brass top. The chord o...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
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Brass
Alf Svensson, Wall Light, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1960s
By Bergboms, Alf Svensson
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and white opaline glass wall light designed by Alf Svensson and produced by Bergboms, Sweden, c. 1960s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 15” H x 6.5” W x 7.5“D
Back Plate Dim...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Brutalist Brass Pendant Light Svend Aage Holm Sorensen for Holm Sorensen Denmark
Located in Vorst, BE
Vintage Pendant Light in brutalist style.
Design by Svend Aage Holm Sørensen, for Holm Sørensen, Denmark. manufacturer's label present.
Made of Brass, Acid Tainted and Cut by Hand. ...
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Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
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Metal, Brass
Danish Designer, Wall Light, Brass, Bakelite, Fabric, Denmark, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, bakelite and white fabric wall light designed and produced in Denmark, c. 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 10 ” H x 5” W x 8.625“D
Back Plate Dimensions (Inches): 3....
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1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Brass Wall Lamp from Boréns
By Boréns Borås
Located in New York, NY
Brass wall lamp in modell 6506 by Boréns, Sweden. Beautiful perforated shade with a wavy shape to the edge. Can be used as a small side light or mounted as a wall lamp. Patina to the...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
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Brass
Erik Gunnar Asplund, “GA9” Wall Lights for ASEA, Sweden 1940s
Located in Munster, NRW
With its organically shaped blown glass shade, especially rare in this opaline frosted glass version, the GA9 resembles a floating droplet. Designed by Swedish architect Erik Gunnar Asplund, widely regarded as the godfather of Swedish modernism, this lamp embodies his signature geometric clarity and structural ingenuity. Like his Stockholm City Library, it balances simplicity with innovation.
A bent arm holds the glass, while another secures the light source at the luminaire’s center. The black lacquered metal curves organically, contrasting with polygonal backplates—an interplay of geometry and fluidity that defines Asplund’s vision. The large, mushroom-like shades diffuse light in a soft, mesmerizing glow, enhancing the atmosphere beyond mere functionality.
Asplund’s influence extended to Scandinavian design icons such as Alvar Aalto, Erik Bryggman...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
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Metal
Pair of Large Paavo Tynell Wall Lights, Idman, Finland
By Idman Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Paavo Tynell & Idman
Mid-Century Modern Design
A stunning pair of mid-20th century wall lamps 'H10-100' for Idman, Finland 1950s.
White shade with an underlying opal glass dome. ...
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Paavo Tynell Oversized Wall Lamp Model 2424 Patined Copper, Idman.
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Hägersten-Liljeholmen, Stockholms län
Important Paavo Tynell oversized wall light in copper and Opal glass. Model 2424 for Idman. This model is the biggest of the 2424 model. Patinated copper, painted white inside. Manuf...
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1940s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Copper
Danish Designer, Wall Lights, Bronze, Parchment, Denmark, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of bronze and brown parchment paper wall lights designed and produced in Denmark, c. 1930s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 9” H x 6.25” W x 8.125“ D
Back Plate Dimensions (...
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1930s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
"Coquille" ASEA Wall Lights, 1950s
By ASEA
Located in Stockholm, SE
Please note: listed price is for one (1) wall lamp. Set of 6 available.
Brass and glass. Produced by ASEA, Sweden, 1950s.
Good condition, with signs of usage. New wiring available o...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Adjustable Wicker Wall Lamp
Located in München, DE
Stunning adjustable wall lamp from the 1960s.
Great and exceptionally minimalist design with a fantastically elegant look.
Very nice swivel teak arm.
The lampshade creates a wonderfu...
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1960s German Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Wicker, Beech, Oak
Swedish Designer, Wall Light, Iron, Glass, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
An iron and opaline glass wall light designed and produced in Sweden, 1930s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 17” H x 10.5” W x 12.5” D
Back Plate Dimensions (inches): 3.5” H x 3.5” ...
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1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Iron
Poul Branborg and Noomi Backhausen Wall Light Sculpture by Soholm, Denmark
Located in Haderslev, DK
Wall light sculpture by Noomi Backhausen and Poul Brandborg for Soholm Ceramic, Denmark, 1960s.
The sculptural light consists three large parts which are partly glazed.
Excell...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Large Swedish Modern Pine Wood Fan Wall Light, 1970s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Very large handmade peacock fan shaped wall sconce composed of narrow pine wood slats with circular holes in four different sizes adding a symmetrical pattern when the bulb is lit.
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
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Wood, Pine
Pair of Greenish coloured Maritim Glass Wall Lamps by Vitrika, 1970s
By Vitrika
Located in Rotterdam, NL
A pair of Maritim Lampet wall lamps, produced by Danish lighting manufacturer Vitrika in the 1970s. The version with the greenish glass is special and hard to find.
Both lamps con...
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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Swedish Brass Wall Lamps by Boréns
By Boréns Borås
Located in Karlstad, SE
These charming Boréns wall lamps were produced in Sweden during the 1960s.
They consist of a fabric-covered acrylic shade, fitted in a brass cylinde...
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20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Paavo Tynell Cannon Shell Ceiling Lamp Model 9053 in Brass & Glass, Idman 1950s
By Paavo Tynell, Idman
Located in Helsinki, FI
A beautiful ceiling lamp by Paavo Tynell aka as the cannon shell due to the high resemblance. Sleek and minimalist, it combines the brass center with opaline glass shade allowing th ...
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1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal, Brass
AJH, Wall Light, Brass, Aluminum, Wood, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable brass, wood and lacquered aluminum wall light produced by AJH, Sweden, c. 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 11.25” H (max) x 5” W x 10“ D (max)
Back Plate Dimension...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
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Aluminum, Brass
Set of Three Wall Lights, Hans-Agne Jakobsson, 1960s
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Set of three wall lights, designed by Hans-Agne Jakobsson, 1960s. Brass frame with glass shade. Good vintage condition, minor patina consistent with age and use. The wall lights are ...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Danish Modern Brutalist Sunburst Iron Wall Sconces, 1970s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A matching pair of sculptural wall lights depicting a bursting sun or star. Constructed using diffrent sizes large iron nails. Powder-coated gold/yellow. Manufactured and designed in...
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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
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Iron
Swedish Modern Brass Wall lights, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pair of amazing wall lights from the Swedish Modern period, in a large, striking design. Made from brass with three sconces on each fixture, made with lamellas in an overlapping patt...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Wall lamps in brass, model 6255 by Falkenbergs belysning, Sweden, 1960s
Located in Hägersten, SE
Wall lamps model 6255 produced by Falkenbergs belysning. Made in Sweden ca 1950-60s. Matte polished solid brass. Adjustable in angle. Good vintage condition with age related wear and...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
1 of 24 Louis Poulsen Saturn Wall Lamps by Joachim Lepper
Located in Berlin, BE
Louis Poulsen wall light Model Saturn. Design by Joachim Lepper. Bulbs are not included. 2x socket G24d-1 Plug Base. Good condition with only light signs of use. 24 pieces available.
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1980s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Uno Kristiansson, Wall Lights, Pine, Acrylic, Sweden, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of stained pine and acrylic wall lights designed by Uno and Östen Kristiansson and produced by Luxus, Vittsjö, Sweden, 1970s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 16.5” H x 7.5” W x...
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1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
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Acrylic, Pine
Houseof Pink Bar Opal Ball Wall Light
By houseof
Located in Bradford on Avon, GB
A perfect space saving light our bold soft pink bar opal ball wall light. With the power of a floor lamp but without the footprint, the metal bar holds three opal glass shades, which...
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2010s Chinese Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Swedish Brass Wall Light by Hans-Agne Jakobsson V-149, 1960s.
Located in Asaa, DK
Swedish Brass Sconce by Hans-Agne Jakobsson V-149, 1960s.
Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern wall lamp model V 149 in brass and hand blown glass. Designed and produced by Swedish desig...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Pair of Copper Wall Lamps by Hans Bergström, Ateljé Lyktan 1940/50s Sweden Rare
Located in Forest, BE
Pair of rare copper lamps by Swedish architect and designer Hans Bergström. These are very hard to find. They can be used outside as they were used for 70 years but you can use them ...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
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Copper
Brass Wall down or uplight lamps by KT Valaistus, In the style of Paavo Tynell
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Hägersten, SE
Pair of wall lamps designed and produced in Finland by KT Valaistus. In the style of Paavo Tynell but by unknown designer. Made during the 1950-60s. Polished solid brass with white p...
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1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Unique Bjorn Wiinblad Hand-painted Wall Light / Sconce / Candlestick from 1994
Located in Skien, NO
A large-sized, stunning hand-painted artwork – a unique wall-hanging light/sconce with two-arm candlesticks in bronze/brass.
Hand-painted by Bjørn Wiinblad (Danish, 1919–2006) in 1...
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1990s Danish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Large Pair of Carl Fagerlund Wall Sconces for Orrefors, Sweden, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
A striking and rare large pair of wall sconces designed by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, Sweden, circa 1960s. Each sconce features a textured clear glass shade with intricate vertical...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Vintage brass wall lamps 1940s, Danish design with timeless el
By Fog & Mørup
Located in Lejre, DK
These two wall lamps from the 1940s are crafted from brass and produced in Denmark. They are attributed to Palle Suenson, a prominent Danish architect and designer known for his cle...
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1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
V-155 Sconce in Copper by Hans-Agne Jakobsson for AB Markaryd, Sweden, 1960s
Located in Vorst, BE
Scandinavian V-155 wall-lamp in copper finish.
Design by Hans-Agne Jakobsson.
Manufactured by AB Markaryd in Sweden, retains the original manufacturer label.
Very nice, iconic mode...
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Late 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal, Sheet Metal, Copper
Scandinavian Minimalist Wall Light Pair made of Pinewood, Sweden 1970s
Located in Hannover, DE
Scandinavian minimalist pair of wall lights made from pinewood. Beautiful and fine craftsmanship of these timeless wall lights from northern Europe. This pair was made with love for ...
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1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
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Pine
Danish Designer, Wall Light, Brass, Rattan, Denmark, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and rattan wall light designed and produced in Denmark, c. 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 13.25” H x 18” W (max) x 30.75“ D (max)
Back Plate Dimensions (Inches): 6” H ...
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1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Scandinavian Teak & Pewter Wall Mounted Candlestick/holder, Norway 1960s
Located in Skien, NO
Scandinavian Modern / Mid-Century Modern-style Wall Light / Sconce / Wall-hanging Candlestick / Wall Mounted Candle Holder crafted from solid teak and pewter, made in Norway circa 19...
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1960s Norwegian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Pewter
Swedish Designer, Wall Light, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and off-white fabric wall light designed and produced in Sweden, 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 17” H x 11.5” W x 6” D
Back Plate Dimensions (inches): N/A
Bulb Specifi...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
A pair of modernist Scandinavian wall lamps, steel and oak, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Forserum, SE
A pair of minimalist wall or bedside lamps, crafted from metal with a solid oak wall mount. They feature a luminescent light switch, making it easy to find in the dark, and a standar...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
Large Sconces by Orrefors
By Orrefors
Located in Long Island City, NY
Pair of vintage, large sconces designed by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, Sweden, circa 1960s.
Measures: H 10" W 7", D 4". Each with Edison style socket.
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Art Glass
Paavo Tynell model 7313 for Taito, copper and opal glass, finland circa 1940.
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Hägersten-Liljeholmen, Stockholms län
Impressive and rare wall light designed by Paavo Tynell for Taito in the 40's model 7313. The lamp is made in solid copper with a strong patina. The lamp is in good condition, it has...
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1940s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Copper
Danish Designer, Adjustable Wall Light, Teak, Fabric, Denmark, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A teak and fabric, adjustable wall light designed and produced in Denmark, 1960s.
Sold with Lampshade(s). Dimensions stated are of Sconce with Shade(s).
Dimensions variable, m...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
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Fabric, Teak
Swedish Designer, Wall Lights, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass and fabric wall lights designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 10” H x 5.75" W x 6“D
Back Plate Dimensions (Inches): 3.75” H x 2...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Pair of Sconces Wall Lamp by Hans-Agne Jakobsson Model V-222
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass frame with blue-colored glasses. Made in Sweden in 1960s.
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Swedish Designer, Wall Light, Brass, Metal, Fabric, Sweden, c. 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable black-painted iron, brass and fabric wall light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Sold with Lampshade.
Dimensions stated are of Wall Light with Shade.
Dimen...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal, Brass
Pair of Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Mini-Tratten' Dark Brown Patinated Outdoor Sconces
Located in Glendale, CA
Pair of Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Mini-Tratten' dark brown patinated outdoor sconces. An exclusive made for U.S. and UL listed authorized re-edition of the classic Swedish design executed...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Wall Lights, Klaus Michalik, Orno, 1970s
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Wall Lights by Klaus Michalik for Orno from the 1970s. Chromed metal frame, milk glass shades. Good vintage condition, minor patina consistent with age and use. Three pieces in total...
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1970s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Unique Pair of wall lights made of cow horn, brass and teak Wood. Denmark 1930
Located in København K, 84
The meticulous craftsmanship applied to these wall lights underscores a commitment to preserving the authenticity of midcentury design. The careful fusion of cow horn, lacquered teak...
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1930s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Wall light V-299 by Hans Agne JAKOBSSON
Located in PARIS, FR
Very well known Swedish designer Hans Agne JAKOBSSON made this wonderfull wall lamp in the 50's. Like most scandinavian light you are not able to see the bulb wich make a very soft l...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Lisa Johansson-Pape Adjustable Wall Mount Swing Arm Lamp Orno Finland
Located in New York, NY
Lisa Johansson-Pape, Scandinavian Modern wall mounted swing arm lamp with pierced lacquered metal shade and extendable arm. Newly restored, re-pol...
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
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Aluminum, Brass
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Mini-Tratten' Polished Copper Outdoor Sconce
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Mini-Tratten' polished copper outdoor sconces.
An exclusive made for U.S. and UL listed authorized re-edition of the classic Swedish design executed in polishe...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Copper
Pinewood wall lamp with lampshade from Luxus Sweden
Located in Hannover, DE
This wall lamp is designed by Uno kristiansson Circa and made by Luxus. The body of this lamp is from pinewood which is very rare and good wood. this is a swidish lamp and it has mod...
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1970s Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
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Textile, Pine
Swedish Designer, Wall Light, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and red fabric wall light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 11.75” H x 5.5” W x 6.75“D
Back Plate Dimensions (Inches): 5.5” H x 5.5...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Pair of Hans-Agne Jakobsson V271 Wall Lights, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pink fringes wall lamps model V-271 designed by Hans-Agne Jakobsson, produced in Markaryd, Sweden, 1960s.
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Swedish Designer, Four-Armed Wall Light, Brass, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A two armed wall light. designed and produced in Sweden, 1950s. Can also function as flush mount ceiling light.
Stated dimensions with lightbulbs a...
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1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
A Rare Paavo Tynell Wall Lamp, Taito Oy 1950s
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
An extremely rare and brilliant wall lamp/sconce by Paavo Tynell, manufactured by Taito Oy in Finland in the 1950s. These kinds of wall lamps are highly sought after by collectors as well as end users world wide. The design is simple, pragmatic and elegant with a little bit of flare, brought by the little brass star decorations. Star decorations are very rarely seen in Tynell lamps, but they are featured in the Finland house catalogue. The combination of brass and glass has proven to be an excellent combo and a favorite by customers. The item is in very good original condition.
The glass shades are light blue, however the colour changes into more of a white tonevwhen the lights are on. Please refer to the attached pictures for a better understanding.
Paavo Tynell (1890–1973) was a Finnish designer who is well renowned around the world for his incredible lighting fixtures and lamps. Tynell is known as the man who “illuminated Finland” and his works can be found in numerous public offices and buildings such as the Finnish Parliament House and the office of Secretary-General of the United Nations in New York.
Tynell started as a sheet metal worker´s apprentice at G.W. Sohlbergs workshop in 1906. After that he moved to Taidetakomo Koru Oy in 1912, which was a metal workshop specializing in electric light fixtures. Then Paavo studied at the Central School of Applied Arts in Helsinki and after that he taught in it too. Paavo then founded Taito Oy in 1918 with a number of colleagues. Taito produced a number of other items other than just light fixtures in the early years, however the main focus became lamps after Finland adopted the use of electricity. By the 1930s Finnish households started buying light fixtures as the use of electricity became more common. In the 1920s Taito`s main sales were still mostly public commissions, for example the Paimio Sanatorium which was designed by Alvar aalto.
After WW2 and the quite challenging shortage years in Finland, Tynell finally had his major breakthrough. His style became quite distinctive and was mainly aimed at the U.S. markets. He sold both catalogue lamps as well as commissioned works through Finland House in N.Y. Although his late 1940s-1950s style was widely criticized at first in Finland, he stuck to it, and luckily so. It wasn´t long before his lamp fixtures became Finland House´s best selling product. Nowadays Tynell´s high end lamps fetch hundreds of thousands of dollars worldwide, and deservingly so. His commisioned lamps number in the thousands, but unfortunately not all documents or archive materials are intact.
Please note that we have a number of different Paavo Tynell wall lamps...
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1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
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Brass
1950s Large Scandinavian Outdoor Wall Light in Patinated Copper and Amber Glass
Located in Glendale, CA
1950s large Scandinavian outdoor wall light in patinated copper and amber glass. Designer unknown. Executed in richly patinated copper and textured amber glass. A highly sculptural d...
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1950s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Copper
Jo Hammerborg Orange Skala Swing Arm Wall Lamp for Fog & Mørup
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A rare swing arm wall sconce or table lamp in its original orange color. It is called Skala and was designed in 1969 by Jo Hammerborg and manufactured by Fog & Mørup in Denmark from ...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
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Metal
Pair of Midcentury Large Modern Wall Lamps Orrefors by Carl Fagerlund
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
Midcentury large modern wall lamps design by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors Glasbruk in Sweden.
Wonderful light when the glass hits the brass.
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
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Brass
Danish Designer, Wall Light, Teak, Brass, Paper, Denmark, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, teak and paper wall light designed and produced in Denmark, 1950s.
Lampshade can be purchased with the lamp.
Dimensions of back plate (inches) : 2.68 x 2.68 x 0.43 (H x...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Paavo Tynell for Idman Copper Wall Lamp Model 7307, 1950s
By Paavo Tynell, Idman
Located in Prague, New Town
Large copper wall lamp, model 7307, designed by Finnish designer Paavo Tynell for Idman in Finland, 1950s.
This large, rare copper wall lamp was designed by Finnish lighting pioneer...
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1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
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Copper, Iron
Carl-Axel Acking Wall Lamps by Bröderna Malmströms Metallvarufabrik in Sweden
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare pair of wall lamps designed by Carl-Axel Acking. Produced by Bröderna Malmströms Metallvarufabrik in Sweden.
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
GamFratesi White 'Yuh' Wall Light for Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
GamFratesi White 'Yuh' Wall Light for Louis Poulsen
Designed in 2017 by the Danish-Italian duo Stine Gam and Enrico Fratesi, the 'Yuh' is insp...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
Fog & Mørup, Wall Light, Brass, Glass, Denmark, 1950s
By Fog & Mørup
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and white opaline glass wall light, designed and produced by Fog & Mørup, Denmark, c. 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 14” H x 3.125” W x 5.5“ D
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Fog & Mørup, Wall Light, Brass, Glass, Denmark, 1950s
By Fog & Mørup
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and white opaline glass wall light, designed and produced by Fog & Mørup, Denmark, c. 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 14.5” H x 3.25” W x 5.25“ D
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Set of "Vitrika" Wall Lamps in Red Lacquered Wood & Amber Glass, Denmark, 1970s
By Vitrika
Located in Odense, DK
Wonderful set of Danish Modern wall lamps in red lacquered wood and amber colored glass shades. The lamps were made in the 1970s by the small D...
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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
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Reeded Glass, Wood
Pair of Midcentury Wall Lights, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pair of elegant Swedish midcentury wall lights, made from brass with double opaline glass shades. Clean, bulbous forms that glow beautifully in...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Swedish Designer, Wall Light, Pine, Sweden, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A pine wall light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1970s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 11.25” H x 5.5” W x 13.5” D
Back Plate Dimensions (Inches): 4.625” H x 4.625” W x 1.25”...
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1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
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Pine
Set of 2 outdoor glass wall lamps sconces by Lisa Pape Sweden , 1970s
Located in Delft, NL
Set of 2 globe glass wall lamps sconces by Lisa Pape Sweden , 1970s
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1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Hans Agne Jakobsson Brass Wall Lamp, Midcentury from Sweden
Located in Forest, BE
Nice brass wall lamps. They provide a warm atmosphere and even better when lighted. Made of thin stripes of brass delicately riveted with a brass nail to the metal frame. Minimal details. We have a set of 4 to match this one. Great to have them as a set of 5. When can get more upon request.
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Hans-Agne Jakobsson naît à Hvadhem sur l’île de Gotland en Suède. Menuisier de formation, il poursuit à Göteborg des études d’architecture qui lui permettent d’intégrer le département de design industriel au sein de General Motors.
Très vite, sa passion du bois le rattrape et il s’oriente alors vers des créations plus artisanales. Il devient ainsi le collaborateur de designers célèbres tels que Carl Malmsten ou le très radical Werner West. De ces années d’apprentissage naît une profonde passion pour la lumière, la subtilité et la magie de l’éclairage. Installé dès 1950 à Markaryd dans le sud de la Suède, il propose ses créations dans sa boutique du centre-ville.
L’anecdote raconte qu’un soir de Noël, trouvant son espace trop sombre, il crée dans l’urgence une suspension en pin. Son succès est tel qu’il décide de fonder en 1951 sa propre entreprise Hans-Agne Jakobsson A/B.
La région de Markaryd est une région bordée de lacs et de bois sombres. Jakobsson ne s’inspire pas directement de la nature mais de l’atmosphère si particulière qui se dégage de ces paysages, où la lumière semble être en conflit perpétuel avec la nuit. Influencé par le modernisme, il s’intéresse également très tôt aux nouveaux matériaux qui apparaissent dans les années 1950. Le laiton le passionne tout particulièrement. Il l’associe naturellement au verre pour créer des modèles dont les plus monumentaux orneront les bâtiments publics, les salles de concert ou les églises.
Il n’oublie pas pour autant les intérieurs de ses contemporains et crée de nombreuses lampes, lampadaires ou appliques n’ayant pour frontières que les limites de son imagination. Viendront au milieu des années 1960 les modèles en laiton et fils de soie qui connaissent un immense succès et propulsent Jakobsson parmi les créateurs les plus influents de sa génération.
Le travail d’un autre grand créateur, le danois...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal, Brass
Scandinavian Modern wall lights and sconces for sale on 1stDibs.
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