Scandinavian Modern 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
- 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
Swedish Designer, Floor Lamp, Wood, Veneer, Brass, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A wood, veneer and brass floor lamp designed and produced in Sweden, 1930s.
Sold with Lampshades.
Dimensions stated are of Floor Lamp with Lampshades.
Sockets take standard ...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Pair of Ihanne/Senator Floor Lamps, Lisa Johansson-Pape, Orno Oy, 1950s
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Pair of Ihanne/Senator floor lamps, designed by Lisa Johansson-Pape, manufactured by Orno Oy, 1950s. Leather wrapping on the frame, brass, new hand-made fabric shades. Good vintage c...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Paavo Tynell 'Model 9209' Brass and Rattan Table Lamp for Gubi
By Paavo Tynell, Gubi
Located in Glendale, CA
Paavo Tynell Model 9209 Brass and Rattan Table Lamp for Gubi
Originally designed by Paavo Tynell in 1940, this authorized GUBI re-edition is executed in brass and rattan. Today, th...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
ASEA, Chandelier, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
By ASEA
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and white fabrc glass chandelier designed and produced by ASEA, Sweden, c. 1940s.
Vintage lampshades in fair condition.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 26.0"H x 15.0"W x 15.0"...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Swedish 1940s Satin Glass and Brass Botanical Pendant, 5 available
Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW
This unusual vintage pendant was designed and manufactured in Sweden in the 1940s to 1950s. It features a white satin glass lamp shade with etched bo...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Adjustable Wall Light Model 3062, Lisa Johansson-Pape, Orno Oy, Mid-20th Century
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Wall light model 3062, designed by Lisa Johansson-Pape, manufactured by Orno Oy, Mid-20th Century. Brass frame, fabric shade. Marked. Adjustable length. Good vintage condition, patin...
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Poul Henningsen 1894-1967, PH 3½-3 Pendant with Brass Socket / Metal
Located in København, Copenhagen
Poul Henningsen, 1894-1967.
PH 3½-3 pendant with brass socket / metal, wire shade holders mounted with shade in yellow-painted metal.
Measures:
Diamete...
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
$2,080 Sale Price
20% Off
Bjerkås Armatur, Floor Lamp, Metal, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
An organic three-armed white-lacquered metal and white fabric floor lamp designed and produced by Bjerkås Armatur, Sweden, 1940s.
Dimensions of Lamp with Shades (inches): 60.75“ H x...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Pair of Mid-Century Brass Table Lamps by Kosta Elarmatur, Sweden, 1960s
Located in Karis, Nyland
Pair of large mid-century Swedish brass table lamps made by Kosta Elarmatur in Sweden, 1960/70s.
These large and very elegant table lamps feature a tall brass stem and base, as well...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
$1,680 Sale Price / set
36% Off
Hertha Bengtson, Table Lamps, Stoneware, Sweden, 1950s
By Rörstrand
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brown and beige stoneware table lamps designed by Hertha Bengtson and produced by Rörstrand, Sweden, c. 1950s.
Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 10.9“ H x 5.5“ Diameter
Dimens...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Stoneware
Poul Henningsen 'PH 4½-4' Glass Pendant for Louis Poulsen
Located in Tilburg, NL
Poul Henningsen 'PH 4½-4' glass pendant for Louis Poulsen.
Poul Henningsen designed the three-shade system back in 1925-1926. The first lights using the system were designed by PH in cooperation with Louis Poulsen for an exhibition in Paris. This partnership continued up until his death in 1967. Throughout his life, PH sought to create glare-free light, direct light where it was most needed, and create soft shadows, using incandescent bulbs as a light source.
The PH 4½-4 Glass Pendant is a member of the three-shade family which numbers 30 lights today, including three for outdoor use. Thus PH did not just design a light, but an entire system – around a thousand different models have been produced over the years. This wide selection consisted of table, floor and wall lamps, as well as a number of different chandeliers...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Chrome
Large Poul Henningsen 'PH Wall' Darkly Patinated Outdoor Lamp for Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Large Poul Henningsen 'PH Wall' Darkly Patinated Outdoor Lamp for Louis Poulsen
The 'PH Wall' is part of the revolutionary three shade system developed by Pau...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Copper
Poul Henningsen 3/2 Table Lamp 1930s
Located in Portland, OR
Lovely patinated brass table lamp by Poul Henningsen with lacquered copper top shade and yellow painted acid-stained glass lower shades. This example dates to the early 1940s. The to...
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1930s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Copper, Brass
EAE, Floor Lamp, Brass, Metal, Fabric, Rattan, Sweden, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, black-lacquered metal, white fabric and rattan floor lamp produced by EAE, Sweden, c. 1970s.
Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 57.2“ H x 20.4“ W x 9.25“ D
Bulb Speci...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
Model 5705 Floor Lamp, Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy, 1930s
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Model 5705 floor lamp, designed by Paavo Tynell, manufactured by Taito Oy, 1930s. Birch and metal frame, wooden slat shade. The height as well as the shade are adjustable. The maximu...
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1930s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Flush Mount Ceiling Light by Birger Ekman for Mjölby Intarsia, Sweden, 1930s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Beautiful, large flush mount light by Birger Ekman, made from birch. Inlays with gilded details depicting goddesses from mythology. Convex glass shade in the middles with an etched g...
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1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Birch, Glass
Large pendant by Paavo Tynell for Idman
By Paavo Tynell, Idman Oy
Located in Long Island City, NY
Large lighting pendant designed by Paavo Tynell for Idman, Finland, circa 1950th. Opaline glass shade with perforated brass plate and brass wire decor. Marked "Idman".
Newly rewired ...
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1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Glass
Swedish mid century chandelier made from brass and glass, 1940s
Located in Forserum, SE
A tasteful Swedish chandelier made from brass, featuring five curved arms holding organically-shaped shades in opal glass. Produced by an unidentified manufacturer in the 1940s, this...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Lisa Johansson-Pape Ceiling Lamps Model 61-347 Produced by Orno in Finland
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Very rare ceiling lamps model 61-347 designed by Lisa Johansson-Pape. Produced by Orno in Finland.
Price listed is / item. We've 4 items available.
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1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
Pair of Italian teak and opaline wall lights by Goffredo Reggiani 1960.
Located in JOINVILLE-LE-PONT, FR
Superb large Italian wall lights in a Scandinavian style. Teak base covered with a large white opaline glass that diffuses a very pleasant, subdued light.
Designer: Goffredo Reggian...
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1960s Italian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Opaline Glass, Teak
Søholm, Table Lamp, Stoneware, Denmark, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A blue-glazed stoneware table lamp designed and produced by Søholm Keramik, Bornholm, Denmark, c. 1970s.
Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 8.25“ H x 3.375“ Diameter
Dimensions of Shade ...
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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Stoneware
Mid century ASEA modernist wall lamp model E2928, Sweden, 1950s
By ASEA
Located in Forserum, SE
A modernist mid century wall lamp model E2928, produced in the 1950s by the well known Swedish electric company ASEA. Crafted from molded aluminum and steel in original dove blue pai...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
Pair of Floor Lamps from Falkenbergs Belysning, Sweden, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pair of elegant floor lamps from Falkenbergs Belysning, made from brass. Sleek stems dressed with black leather, decorative white seams.
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Vintage Chrome Verner Panton Enamel Flowerpot Pendant Lamp by Louis Poulsen
Located in Krefeld, DE
Very nice old chrome flowerpot pendant lamp design Verner Panton in 1968 produced by Louis Poulsen, Made in Denmark. The lamp is in good condition. No parts missing, with new fabric ...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Pair of Outdoor Poul Henningsen Copper Wall Lamps, Louis Poulsen, Amazing Patina
Located in Helsinki, FI
A gorgeous pair of Poul Henningsen PH wall lamps for Louis Poulsen in patinated copper. These beautiful examples came from a swimming hall and have extra ...
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1980s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Copper
$5,586 Sale Price / set
25% Off
Swedish Designer, Table Lamp, Brass, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass table lamp designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 6.5” H x 5” Diameter
Dimensions of Shade (inches): 3” TD x 5.5” BD x 4” H
Dimensions of ...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Paavo Tynell Floor Lamp Model K10-9 '9628' in Full Brass & Rattan, Taito 1950s
By Paavo Tynell, Taito
Located in Helsinki, FI
A gracefully slim floor lamp with a solid brass shade and a rattan wrapped stem. This lamp harmoniously combines the coldness of brass and natural warmth of rattan to create a design...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Swedish Designer, Wall Light, Brass, Rattan, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable brass and rattan wall light designed and produced in Sweden, 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 6.8” H x 18.5” W x 39.5” D
Back Plate Dimensions (inches): 5” H x 1.5”...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Pair of Danish Stoneware Table lamps with brown beige glaze, M. Andersen 1960s
Located in København K, 84
This exquisite pair of ceramic lamps, created by Marianne Starck for Michael Andersen & Son on the island of Bornholm, embodies the essence of mid-century Danish design. These lamps,...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Stoneware
Houseof Pink Diffuser Floor Lamp
By houseof
Located in Bradford on Avon, GB
A houseof icon, this statement lamp has become a favourite, combining soft ambient lighting and pop-art shapes. Sitting on a tripod base, the oversized dome...
Category
2010s Chinese Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
$417 / item
Swedish Designer, Floor Lamp, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable brass and white fabric floor lamp designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Adjustable Lights (Left and Right)
Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 62.5” H x 13” W...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Swedish Designer, Pendant Light, Nickel, Glass, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A nickel and light beige opaline glass pendant designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1930s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 20 ” H x 8” W x 5"D
Dimensions of Canopy: 2.5” H x 3.75 ” D
...
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1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Nickel
Model 2063 Floor Lamp, Lisa Johansson-Pape, Orno Oy, 1940/1950s
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Model 2063 floor lamp, designed by Lisa Johansson-Pape, manufactured by Orno Oy, 1940/1950s. Brass with original lampshade and faux leather wrapping. Good vintage condition, minor pa...
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1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Swedish Grace floor lamps from Bjerkås Armatur, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Beautiful Swedish Grace floor lamps from Bjerkås Armatur, made from oxidized copper green lacquered metal. Decorated with leaves and flowers. Married couple, slight variation in height.
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Henrik Blomqvist Tall Brass Table Lamp, Stilarmatur Tranås, Sweden, 1960s
Located in The Hague, NL
This striking tall table lamp was designed by Henrik Blomqvist and produced by the Swedish manufacturer Stilarmatur Tranås in the 1960s. The lamp is marked with the manufacturers lab...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Beautiful Kai Finnmark / Kai Ruokonen Chandelier in Brass by LYNX
By Kai Ruokonen
Located in Espoo, FI
Kai Finnmark / Kai Ruokonen Chandelier in Brass by LYNX
Kai Ruokonen is a Finnish designer who also worked under the artist name ‘Kai Finnmark’. This Chandelier is a big size pend...
Category
Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
$4,162 Sale Price
30% Off
Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy Chandelier in Brass with Original Fabric Shades
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy, chandelier, brass, fabric, satin glass, Finland, 1950s
This rare 1950s chandelier by Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy embodies a kind of graceful functionalism t...
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1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Copper Pendant Lamp by Jo Hammerborg for Fog and Morup
Located in München, DE
Very beautiful and impressive pendant lamp from the 1960s.
Contemporary design and a highlight for every room.
A comfortable light is created.
Manufacturer: Fog and Morup
Design: Jo...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Lovely Handmade Mid-Century Modern Bamboo Wicker Pendant Light, 1960s Italy
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Lovely Handmade Mid-Century Modern Bamboo Wicker Pendant Light, 1960s Italy
Rare and lovely decorative Mid-Century Modern pendant lamp. Designed and manufactured probably in Italy, ...
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1960s Italian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Wicker, Bamboo
Swedish Designer, Pendant Light, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and opaline glass pendant light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 18.75” H x 7.75” D
Bulb Specifications: E-26 Bulb
Number of Sockets: ...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Formakami JH18, Ivory White, Table Lamp by Jaime Hayon for &Tradition
Located in Dubai, AE
East meets West in Jaime Hayon’s playful tweak of a traditional Asian lantern in contemporary expression. Dating back centuries, paper lanterns have featured in Asia amongst the priv...
Category
2010s Chinese Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Oak, Paper
Swedish Modern Brass Table Lamp by Aneta Belysning, Växjö, Sweden, 1970s
By Aneta
Located in The Hague, NL
This striking table was lamp was produced by the Swedish manufacturer Aneta in the town of Växjö in the 1970s. The elegant sphere shaped base is made of polished brass. The tall, con...
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1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Teak and Jute Cord Pendant Cascade Lamp by Temde, Germany, 1960s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Cascading pendant lamp made of teak and cord by Temde, Germany, 1960s. Elegant Scandinavian design with a solid teak frame and cascade three cone-shaped lamp shades. The large shades...
Category
1960s German Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Jute, Teak
$1,633 Sale Price
20% Off
Hans-Agne Jakobsson Twelve-Light Chandelier, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
This marvellous, brass twelve-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, ...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Midcentury Modern Pair of Table Lamps "Bumling" Ateljé Lyktan, 1960s
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
These1960s table lamps, model Bumling, was designed by Anders Pehrson for Ateljé Lyktan in Åhus, Sweden. These table lamps with its brass features is a nice edition to your writing d...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors Glass, Brass and Teak Chandelier
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass, teak construction with pressed glasses elements, fitted with six E14 sockets made by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, Sweden in the 1960s.
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Rare Set of 4 Hans-Agne Jakobsson Wall Lights Model V-305, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare set of 4 wall lights model V-305 brass and smoked glass.
Produced by Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Markaryd, Sweden, 1960s. Signed with label.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Scandinavian Ceramic Table Lamp, 1960s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Scandinavian Ceramic Table Lamp, 1960s
The lamp need 1 x E27 / E26 Edison screw fit bulb, is wired, in working condition and runs both on 110 / 230 volt.
Category
1960s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Gunnar Nylund, Table Lamp, Stoneware, Rörstand, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A blue-glazed stoneware table lamp designed by Gunnar Nylund and produced by Rörstrand, Sweden, c. 1940s.
Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 12” H x 5.7” Diameter
Dimensions of Shade (in...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Stoneware
Brass Floor Lamp, Bergboms, 1960s
By Bergboms
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Brass floor lamp, manufactured by Bergboms, Sweden, 1960s. Brass frame, fabric lampshades. Adjustable height and shade direction. Marked Bergboms. Good vintage condition, minor patin...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Pair Søholm ceramics lamps H44 cm, made in Denmark 1960's
Located in Forest, BE
Pair of Søholm ceramics table lamps made of clay with various shades of brown / orange. This is a very elegant pair of table lamps. We have replaced the shades by new handmade Belgia...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Clay, Cotton
$6,247 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Hans-Agne Jakobsson Table Lamp Model B-102 in Brass and Glass, 1960s, Sweden
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
Table lamp model B 102 made of hand blown glass in an amber color. The piece features a stem and base in polished brass, together it makes a perfect combin...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Greta Grossman Cobra Table Lamp, Vintage Red
Located in Berkeley, CA
The authentic Cobra table lamp is of the most iconic designs by Greta M. Grossman. The table lamp was originally designed in the 1950s and takes its name from the shape of the oval s...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Chrome, Aluminum
$839 / item
Pair of Midcentury Peanut Pendants by Bent Karlby, Danish Design, 1950s
By Bent Karlby
Located in Lejre, DK
Pair of pendants in glass and patinated brass designed by Bent Karlby for Lyfa. Made in Denmark, circa 1955, Great original condition.
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Blown Glass
Swedish Designer, Pendant Light, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and etched glass pendant light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1930s.
Model likely originally mounted with decorative glass ornaments.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 21.0...
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1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Glass and Brass Pendant, Finland, 1940/1950s
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Pendant, manufactured in Finland, 1940/1950s. Brass frame with glass detail and opaline glass shades. Good vintage condition, patina and minor wear consistent with age and use. Gorge...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Swedish Modern Birch Faux Bamboo Floor Lamp with Ivory Adjustable Shade, 1940s
Located in The Hague, NL
This elegant floor lamp was produced in Sweden in the late 1940s.
The frame is entirely executed in solid stained birch wood. The lamp features a circular, slightly raised base with...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Swedish Designer, Pendant Light, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and white opaline glass pendant light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 18” H x 8.625” W x 5.75” D
Dimensions of Canopy: 3” H x 3.75...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Very Rare Hans-Agne Jakobsson Ceiling Lamp, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Unusually large model, 45 cm in diameter, compare to the more common 28 cm model.
Probably made in very few numbers. Produced and designed by Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Markaryd, Sweden,...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Swedish Designer, Table Lamps, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass and embroidery fabric table lamps designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s.
Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 17.5“ H x 8“ Diameter
Bulb Specifications: E-26...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Scandinavian Modern lighting for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Scandinavian Modern lighting 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 lighting 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 lighting 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 lighting, popular names associated with this style include Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Louis Poulsen, Konsthantverk Tyringe, and Poul Henningsen. 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 lighting 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 $2,156.