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
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, Fabric, Sweden, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
An embroidery fabric and metal wall light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1960s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 10.25” H x 7” W x 2.75“D
Bulb Specifications: E-14 Bulbs
Number ...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Fabric
Pair of Hans-Agne Jakobsson C627/110 'Rulle' Raw Copper Outdoor Sconces
Located in Glendale, CA
Pair of Hans-Agne Jakobsson C627/110 'Rulle' raw copper outdoor sconces. An exclusive made for U.S. and UL listed authorized re-edition of the classic Swedish design executed in raw ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Copper
Swedish Designer, Wall Lights, Brass, Papier Mache, Sweden, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass and paper mache wall lights designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1960s.
Stated dimensions refer to the Sconce with the Shade.
Varia...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Swedish Designer, Wall Light, Pine, Sweden, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A pine veneer wall light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1960s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 11.75” H x 8.5” W x 5” D
Back Plate Dimensions (inches): N/A
Bulb Specifications: E-...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Pine
Poul Henningsen 'PH Hat' Wall Light for Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen 'PH Hat' Wall Light for Louis Poulsen
The 'PH Hat' wall light was designed by Poul Henningsen in 1961 as a refined glare free solution for bedr...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Steel
Pair of 'Slovenia' Glass Wall Lamps by Fagerhults Belysning, Sweden, 1960s
By Fagerhult
Located in Karis, Nyland
A vintage Mid-Century modern pair of Swedish wall lamps. Made of hand-blown Orrefors glass, produced by Fagerhults Belysning.
Two E14 bulb sockets in each light. Manufacturer label ...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal, Brass
Set of 4 Hans Bergström Wall Lamps Model 407, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Designed by Hans Bergström, produced by Ateljé Lyktan, Sweden, 1950s.
very good condition with minor signs of usage and patina.
Please note: Listed price is for one (1) lamp.
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
$3,370 / item
Søholm Denmark Large Lamp Ceramic Wall Sconce Sculpture Danish Midcentury, 1960s
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Large stylish Danish midcentury wall sconce.
The lamp is made the acknowledged pottery Søholm on Bornholm and the design is attributed to Noomi Backhausen & Poul Brandborg. Made ca. ...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
$1,444 Sale Price
20% Off
Swedish Designer, Wall Light, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and white fabric wall light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (Inches): 10.25” H x 12” W x 6.25“ D
Back Plate Dimensions (Inches): 3.6” H x 3.6”...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Swedish Designer, Wall Light, Brass, Red Metal, Sweden, c. 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and red metal wall light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s.
Dimensions of back plate (inches) : 1.625 x 1.625 x 0.0625 (H x W x D).
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal, Brass
Hans-Agne Jakobsson ‘Rulle’ Wall Lights in Patinated Copper
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans-Agne Jakobsson for Hans-Agne Jakobsson AB in Markaryd, ‘Rulle’ wall lights, copper, Sweden, 1960s.
Beautiful copper ‘Rulle' light by Swedish designer Hans-Agne Jakobsson. This ...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Copper
Hans-Agne Jakobsson Set of 4 Chromed Wall Lamps Model. V-299, Sweden 1970s
Located in Helsinki, FI
A beautiful set of 4 chrome wall lamps model V-299 designed by Hans-Agne Jakobsson and manufatured by his own company in Markaryd Sweden in the 1950s. The lamps feature a full chrome...
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1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
$5,584 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Pair of Abstract Orange Glass Wall Sconces
Located in Oakland, CA
Pair of abstract wall sconces composed of rich colored orange glass. Newly rewired.
Measurements
W 6,75'' x D 2,75'' x H 10,25''
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Glass
Louis Poulsen 'Toldbod' Outdoor Wall Light in Black
Located in Glendale, CA
Louis Poulsen 'Toldbod' Outdoor Wall Light in Black
The Toldbod 6.1" wall was launched in 2006, with a design based on Poul Henningsen's Ellipse re...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Aluminum
Swedish Designer, Sconce, Pine, Sweden, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A pine sconce designed and produced in Sweden, 1970s.
Overall dimensions: 8.81 x 4.87 x 6.39 (Height x Width x Depth)
Dimensions of Back Plate (inches) : 4.94 x 1.79 x 0.54 (Heigh...
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1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Pine
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): 6.75” H x 8.75” W x 4.82” D
Back Plate Dimensions (inches): 5.5” H x 2.125” W x.57” D
Bulb ...
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1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Pine
Midcentury Modern Large Modern Wall Lamp Orrefors by Carl Fagerlund
By Orrefors
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
Midcentury large modern wall lamp design by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors Glasbruk in Sweden.
Wonderful light when the glass hits the brass. Good cond...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Swedish Designer, Wall Light, Fabric, Sweden, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A beige embroidery fabric and metal wall light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1960s.
Overall Dimensions (Inches): 10.4” H x 7.25” W x 3“ D
Back Plate Dimensions (Inches): no b...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Fabric
Set of Patinated Copper Outdoor PH-lamps, Poul Henningesen, Louis Poulsen, 1970s
Located in Odense, DK
A set of two large "PH 4.5" copper wall lamps by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen, Denmark 1970s. This iconic lamp was first designed in 1966 and was meant for outdoor use. This pai...
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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Copper
Rustic Nordic Wall Lights in Oregon Pine, 1980s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A set of 2 wall lamps fashioned from engine turned Oregon pine. Designed and made in-house by HS Belysning in Denmark circa 1970-80 in a style reminiscent of Hans Agne Jakobsson and ...
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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Pine
Hans-Agne Jakobsson ‘Rulle’ Wall Lights in Patinated Copper
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans-Agne Jakobsson for Hans-Agne Jakobsson AB in Markaryd, ‘Rulle’ wall lights, copper, Sweden, 1960s.
Beautiful copper ‘Rulle' light by Swedish designer Hans-Agne Jakobsson. This ...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Copper
Set of Three Wall Lights from ASEA, Sweden, 1950s
By ASEA
Located in Stockholm, SE
Set of three very cool wall lights from ASEA, made from metal with white lacquer. Industrial look with accentuated joinery on the necks.
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal, Brass
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
Materials
Fabric, Pine
$1,683 / set
Falkenbergs Belysning Pair of Black & White Wall Lamps, Rotating Shades, 1960s
Located in The Hague, NL
This rare pair of wall lights was produced by Falkenbergs Belysning in Sweden in the 1960s. The lamps are marked with the manufacturers initials 'FLB' inside the backplate.
The desi...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal, Brass, Sheet Metal
Swedish Designer, Wall Light, Brass, Glass, Sweden, C. 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and glass wall light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s.
Variable dimensions, measured as illustrated in the first image.
Bulb Specification: E-26
Number of Socket...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Pair of Mini Wall Lights by Vitrika
By Vitrika
Located in Long Island City, NY
A pair of mini wall lights by Vitrika, Denmark, circa 1960s.
Existing wiring, rewiring available upon request.
Dimensions: 5" H x 3" W x 2.75" D.
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Glass
$2,000 / set
Swedish Designer, Wall Light, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and opaline glass wall light designed and produced in Sweden, 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 10.5” H x 12” W x 6” D
Back Plate Dimensions (inches): 3.5” H x 3.5” W x...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Swedish Designer, Wall Lights, Brass, Teak, Metal, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of teak, brass and metal wall lights designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s.
Dimensions of back plate (inches) : (3.56 x 1.62 x .81).
Bulb Specification: E-14
Number of...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal, Brass
Scandinavian mid century outdoor facade lamp, Westal model 283, Sweden, 1970s
By Westal
Located in Forserum, SE
An organically shaped Scandinavian outdoor facade lamp, model 283, produced by the Swedish lighting manufacturer Westal in the 1970s. It’s crafted from solid copper with a beautiful ...
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1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Copper
Swedish Designer, Adjustable Wall Light, Brass, Rattan, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable brass and rattan wall light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Dimensions variable, measured as illustrated in first image.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 10.25...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Hans Bergström Attribution, Wall Light, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and white fabric wall light attributed to Hans Bergström, Sweden, c. 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (Inches): 15.375” H x 9.25” W x 5.35“ D
Back Plate Dimensions (Inches): 3.35”...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Swedish JIE Gantofta Ceramic Wall Sconce, 1960s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Handmade 1960s Swedish ceramic wall light by JIE Gantofta. Round light gray base with hand-carved relief lines. Protruding yellow sand colored flower shaped front with small perforat...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery, Stoneware
Danish Modern Red Wall Sconce from ABO Metalkunst, 1970s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A small red and black tiered robotic wall light manufactured and designed by ABO Metalkunst in Denmark during the 1970s. Measurements: H: 15 cm, Diameter: 9 cm.
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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
$180 Sale Price
25% Off
Scandinavian Brass & Bubble Art Glass Wall Sconce by Vitrika, 1970s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Lounge sconce with spherical honey colored glass shade with controlled bubbles. It was manufactured and designed by Vitrika in Denmark in a style reminiscent of Hans-Agne Jakobsson. ...
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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
$284 Sale Price
20% Off
Helena Tynell Amber/Clear Sconces
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Scandinavian Modern sconces with a bubbled tectured and amber bands. Professionally rewired for use in the USA.
Category
Mid-20th Century German Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
$2,400 / set
T.H. Valentiner, Wall Light, Brass, Rattan, Denmark, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable brass and rattan wall light designed and produced by T.H. Valentiner, Denmark, c. 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 19.25” H (max) x 7” W x 23” D (max)
Back Plate D...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Lisa Johansson-Papé wall lamp by Orno, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
This perforated brass wall lamp model 50-055 designed by the renowned Finnish designer Lisa Johansson-Pape. With its elegant curved arm and beautifully perforated shade, this lamp em...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Pair of Wall Mounted Candle Holders by Pierre Forssell
Located in Klintehamn, SE
Pierre Forssell was active at Skultuna Messingsbruk from 1955 to 1986, for over thirty years, an era in which he was one of those who contributed to giving the mill a new status in m...
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1970s 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
A brass, metal and fabric wall light, designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Dimensions of back plate (inches) : 4.625 x 1 x 0.0625 (H x W x D).
Bulb Specification: E-26
Numbe...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass, Metal
Paavo Tynell, Large Wall Lights, Metal, Glass, Finland, 1930s
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of large beige-lacquered metal and opaline glass wall lights designed and produced in Finland, 1930s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 23.63” H x 11.82” W x 16.93” D
Back Plate D...
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1930s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
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
Hans Bergström Wall Lamp Model 397, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Brass and opaline glass.
Produced by Ateljé Lyktan, Sweden, 1950s.
Good vintage condition.
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Svend Aage Holm Sørensen Midcentury Sun Wall Light of Brass Made in Denmark 1960
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Danish Svend Aage Holm Sørensen SUN wall light by Holm-Sørensen & Co A/S from 1960s.
The brass is laser cut and acid treated which gives it a very special expression. The design is i...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Pair of Swedish Midcentury Pine Wall Sconces with Linen Shades, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
Pair of hand-carved pine wood wall sconces designed and produced in Sweden in the 1950s. Clean lines and design from the Scandinavian Modern period, with beautiful, hand-made linen ...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Pine, Textile, Linen
Pair of Large Hans-Agne Jakobsson C627 'Rulle' Outdoor Sconces in Painted Brown
Located in Glendale, CA
Pair of Large Hans-Agne Jakobsson C627 'Rulle' Outdoor Sconces in Painted Brown
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
Mauri Almari Wall Light, Brass, Glass, Finland, 1950s
By Mauri Almari, Idman Oy
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and glass wall light designed by Mauri Almari and produced by Idman, Finland, 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 17.25" H x 3.5185" Diameter x 3.8910 DepthBack Plate Dimens...
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1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Hans Agne Jakobsson Brass Wall Lamp, Set of 4 Mid-century from Sweden
Located in Forest, BE
Nice set of 4 brass wall lamps. They provide a warm atmosphere and even better when lighted. Made of thin strips of brass delicately riveted with a brass nail to the metal frame. Minimal details. Great to have them as a set of 4 and especially in that condition. When can get more upon request. (Two more available).
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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
Pair of Jonas Bohlin 'Oxid' Raw Copper Outdoor Wall Lights for Örsjö
Located in Glendale, CA
Pair of Jonas Bohlin 'Oxid' Raw Copper Outdoor Wall Lights for Örsjö. Executed in raw unlacquered copper with an opaline glass diffuser. An ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Copper
Paavo Tynell model 7313 for Idman, copper and opal glass circa 1950.
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Hägersten-Liljeholmen, Stockholms län
Impressive and rare wall light designed by Paavo Tynell for Idman 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 European Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Copper
Einar Bäckström, Wall Light, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
An organic two-armed brass and white fabric wall light designed and produced by Einar Bäckström, Malmö, Sweden, 1940s.
Brand new fabric shades.
Over...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Pair of Stacked Glass Sconces by Svend Aage Holm Sorensen
Located in New York, NY
Fantastic pair of stacked rectangular glass sconces in tones of amber and smokey topaz. Professionally rewired for use in USA.
Category
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Glass
Swedish Designer, Wall Light, Brass, Teak, Glass, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, teak and white opaline glass wall light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (Inches): 10” H x 4” W x 3.6“ D
Back Plate Dimensions (Inches): 1.875...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Uno Kristiansson, Wall Lights, Pine, Rattan, Sweden, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of pine and rattan wall lights designed by Uno and Östen Kristiansson and produced by Luxus, Sweden, c. 1970s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 12.25” H x 7” W x 10.25“D
Back ...
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1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Rattan, Pine
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
Scandinavian Copper Aurora Wall Lights with Birds motive, Denmark 1950s
Located in Hannover, DE
I have three of these wall lamps but each with a different motive. Bjørn Wiinblad was born in Copenhagen, Denmark in 1918. Björn Wiinblas was very active artistically from a very ear...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Copper
Jonas Bohlin 'Oxid' Verdigris Patinated Outdoor Wall Light for Örsjö
Located in Glendale, CA
Jonas Bohlin 'Oxid' Verdigris Patinated Outdoor Wall Light for Örsjö. Executed in rich verdigris patinated metal with an opaline glass diffuser. An incredibly refined and clean geome...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Swedish Designer, Wall Light, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and opaline glass wall light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 12” H x 11.5” W x 5.25” D
Back Plate Dimensions (inches): 3.5” H x 3.5” ...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Wooden Secto 4230 Wall Lamp by Secto Design Finland
Located in Turku, FI
This natural birch colored wall light can be placed facing either upwards or downwards. Enlivens plain hallways and creates an inspiring mood.
Handmade of PEFC-certified form pressed birch in Finland by highly skilled craftsmen. The wood provides a soft luminosity for atmosphere and appeal.
Material: Form pressed birch slats, powder coated steel back plate.
Dimensions:
-Height 60 cm
-Depth 9–18 cm
-Width 13–31 cm
-Weight 1,0 kg
E27 bulb base.
Mnufacturer's Sticker: "Secto Design...
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21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Birch
Swedish Designer, Wall Lights, Pine, Sweden, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of pine wall lights designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1970s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 8.375” H x 13.25 ” W x 6.75“D
Back Plate Dimensions (Inches): 8.375” H x 13.25”...
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1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Pine
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