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.
to
888
5,312
2,722
6,847
1,187
24
Height
to
Width
to
6,825
2,682
1,355
1,386
1,188
1,254
1,133
1,207
1,105
1,178
1,096
1,176
58,006
18,975
9,005
8,058
3,922
2,716
2,059
1,621
1,603
962
837
797
657
576
540
410
196
129
3
36
6,808
1,211
73
5,572
803
2
5
46
418
940
1,671
1,905
614
70
9
6,339
4,305
2,306
1,286
1,154
7,887
6,634
4,272
2,094
961
8,058
7,141
7,590
679
415
349
332
279
Style: Scandinavian Modern
Lisa Johansson-Pape, Wall Light, Brass, Metal, Finland, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A two-armed brass and off-white lacquered metal wall light designed by Lisa Johansson-Pape and produced by Ornö, Finland, c. 1960s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 12.75” H x 21.5” W x...
Category
1960s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
Floor lamp with a rattan lampshade
Located in Brescia, IT
1960s vintage floor lamp.
A vintage Scandinavian lamp with a metal base and a woven rattan lampshade.
A modern design piece that creates warm and diffused lighting in the room.
Th...
Category
1960s European Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Brass Wall Lamp by Hans Agne Jakobsson
Located in München, DE
Stunning wall lamp from the 1960s.
Very luxurious design and high quality workmanship.
The lamp is a real asset and an absolute favorite for every home.
A very sparkling light is cre...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Pair of Floor Lamps from Bergboms, Sweden, 1960s
By Bergboms
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pair of amazing, rare floor lamps from Bergboms. Made with slender brass stems, wound with original dark green leather. Brass bases with cool details.
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
$15,118 / set
Hand Crafted Monika Pendant, Ø32cm/12.6in
By Naomi Paul
Located in London, London
OMI collection are statement pendants, GLÜCK, SONNE and MONIKA. This is the original Naomi Paul lighting collection, launched in 2011.
A diffused atmospheric light. In its largest si...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
$4,359 / item
Bronze and Brass Bonnie Contemporary Large Sconce. Handmade in Sweden
Located in Torslanda, SE
by Matthew Holleman, 2023
Standard size, 37" L, 33" H 95cm L, 85cm H
Brass, Nickel and Bronze options available. This piece is handmade from our Swedish workshop and fully customi...
Category
2010s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass, Bronze
Paavo Tynell Flower Bouquet Chandelier 9029/4, Brass and Opal Glass, Taito 1950s
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
The classic 9029 chandelier by Paavo Tynell was made in various different sizes. This particular one is the one with four shades. Some refer to it as the "Bridal Bucket" because of t...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Swedish Designer, Sconce, Brass, Acrylic, Sweden, c. 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and acrylic sconce designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s.
Dimensions of back plate (inches) : 2.72 x 1.93 x 1.13 (H x W x D).
Bulb Specification: E-14
Number of Socket...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Falkenbergs Belysning, Floor Lamp, Oak, Brass, Rattan, Sweden, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable brass, oak and rattan floor lamp designed and produced by Falkenbergs Belysning, Sweden, 1960s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 49.22” H x 6.7” W x 14.57” D
Stated dime...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Danish Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Table Lamp in Bronze, 1920s
Located in Odense, DK
This Danish Jugendstil (Art Nouveau) table lamp from the 1920s is an exquisite example of early 20th-century craftsmanship. Cast in bronze, the lamp features a striking blend of orga...
Category
Early 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Bronze
$1,312 Sale Price
20% Off
Bergboms, Chandelier, Brass. Rattan, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and rattan chandelier produced by Bergboms, Sweden, c. 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 22.75” H x 25” Diameter
Dimensions of Canopy: 3.75“ H x 4.4” Diameter
Stem lengt...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Sisal and Teak Pendant Lamp by Temde
Located in München, DE
Exceptionally beautiful and very rare pendant light from the 1960s.
The design is very unusual.
The shape and the materials create a warm and very pleasant light.
Particularly beauti...
Category
1960s German Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Raffia, Plastic, Teak
Danish Modern "Studio" Wall Lamps in Brass & Opaline by Vilhelm Lauritzen, 1940s
Located in Odense, DK
Rare pair of Vilhelm Lauritzen "Studio" lamps made in the 1940s by Louis Poulsen. The lamps are made from patinated brass and opaline glass. The model was recently reintroduced in an...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Swedish Designer, Table Lamp, Brass, Metal, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable brass and black-lacquered metal table lamp designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s.
Oxidation present to brass
Wear to black lacquered metal consistent with age and...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
Danish Palshus Tall Table Lamp Aqua Blue Glaze with Shade, Modern Ceramic 1960s
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Tall Mid-century table lamp from Danish Palshus including lampshade.
The lamp was designed by Per Linnemann-Schmidt and made circa 1960s.
It is made with chamotte clay which gives a ...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Ceramic, Fabric
Danish Opaline Glass and Teak Lamp
Located in München, DE
Wonderful opal glass pendant lamp from the 1960s.
Great and exceptionally minimalistic design with a fantastically elegant look.
Very nice teak details.
Condition:
Very good ...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Opaline Glass, Teak
Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Floor Lamp, Pine, Metal, Sweden, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A pine and white-lacquered metal floor lamp designed by Hans-Agne Jakobsson and produced by AB Elysett, Sweden, c. 1970s.
Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 54.25“ H x 18” Diam...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Paavo Tynell flushmounted lamp, opal and Glass for TAITO circa 1940.
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Hägersten-Liljeholmen, Stockholms län
Rare flush mount ceiling light designed by Paavo Tynell in the 40's and produced by TAITO OY around the same time. The ceiling light is composed by an Opal rounded glass and a rare b...
Category
1940s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Hans Bergström Attribution, Chandelier, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and white fabric chandelier attributed to Hans Bergström for Ateljé Lyktan, Sweden, 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 23.25” H x 26.5” Diameter
Bulb Specifications: E-26 B...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Jerk Werkmäster, Table Lamp, Cream-Glazed Earthenware, Nittsjö, Sweden, c. 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A cream-glazed earthenware table lamp with flower bas relief decor, designed by Jerk Werkmäster and produced by Nittsjö Ceramics, Sweden, c. 1940s.
Sold without lampshade.
Dime...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Earthenware
Large Danish Stoneware Table Lamp w. Green Shade by Sejer, 1970s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Large rustic table light in chamotte stoneware featuring a stylish grass green textile shade and pin on/of switch hidden just above the shade edge to the socket. It was designed by t...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Stoneware, Textile
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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Chrome
Hand-Painted 1940s Hjorth Ceramic Table Lamp from Bornholm with New Shade and US
Located in Lejre, DK
This ceramic table lamp was produced in the 1940s on Bornholm, Denmark, and designed by Hjorth. The lamp is uniquely hand-painted with detailed motifs of birds and branches, giving i...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Ceramic, Fabric
Forest Green Chandelier by Hans-Agne Jakobsson Model 526 Sweden 1970s
Located in Hannover, DE
Model 526 in forest green is a very rare chandelier by Hans Agne Jakobsen. Small but impressive, it shows the artist's feeling for timeless design. Reduced to the essentials and base...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
$1,375 Sale Price
20% Off
Konsthantverk Ögla D55 White Ceiling Lamp
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Ceiling lamp model Ögla designed by Konsthantverk and manufactured by themselves.
The production of lamps, wall lights and floor lamps are manufactured using craftsman’s techniques...
Category
2010s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
$474 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Swedish Designer, Wall Light, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A three-armed brass and white fabric wall light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 13.625” H x 13.625” W x 8.625” D
Back Plate Dimensions (Inch...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Flemming Brylle and Preben Jacobsen 'String Light' Pendant Lamp, Denmark
Located in Vienna, AT
Scandinavian Modern pendant lamp designed in the 1960s by Flemming Brylle and Preben Jacobsen, Denmark. This lamp is made of many strips of light diffusing antistatic polyacrylic tha...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Acrylic, Plexiglass
Swedish Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Glass, Fabric, Sweden, 1920s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, white fabric and yellow glass chandelier designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1920s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 25.5” H x 22.5” Diameter
Dimensions of Canopy: 2.25“ H x 4...
Category
1920s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Austrian KIWI Wicker Wall Lamp by J.T. Kalmar
Located in München, DE
Wonderful Kiwi wall lamp from the 1950s.
Great and exceptional design with a fantastically elegant look.
The rattan lampshade creates a very cozy atmosphere and a spectacular play of...
Category
1950s Austrian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Greta Grossman Cobra Table Lamp, White
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 n...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Chrome, Aluminum
$839 / item
Lovely Mid-Century Modern Pendant Light made in Rattan, Glass and Copper , 1960s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Rare and lovely decorative Mid-Century Modern pendant lamp.
Height adjustable from about 35cm to 95cm.
Executed in rattan, opaline glass and copper. The pendant lamp comes with 1 ...
Category
1960s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Copper
Midcentury Modern Pendant Light by Josef Frank, Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Elegant brass pendant light by Josef Frank, with three shades. Slender brass frame and decorative brass ball on the chord.
Length of chord is adjustable according to preference.
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Idman Ceiling Lamp Model K1-15, Maria Lindemann, 1950s
By Idman, Maria Lindeman
Located in Helsinki, FI
A Mid-Century Modern ceiling lamp model K1-88 by Maria Lindemann for Idman. This model combines modernism with the classical style of crystal chandeliers making it suitable for both ...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
Pendant Light by Ateljé Lyktan, 1970s
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass ceiling lamp with openwork glass decoration. Ceiling cup with the inscription Philips.
A prototype was reportedly developed for Ateljé Lyktan, but it did not enter production.
...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Pink Shaded Scandinavian Modern Glazed Ceramic Table Lamp, 1970s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Stylish 1970s onion shaped ceramic table light decorated in earthy green, blue, black and brown glazes set in an organic abstract pattern on a creamy main-glaze. It was made in Denma...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Ceramic, Textile
$346 Sale Price
20% Off
Rolf Graae Wall Lights in Opal Glass and Brass
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Rolf Saenger Graae, wall lights, brass, glass, Denmark, 1950s.
Designed by the Danish architect Rolf Saenger Graae (1916-1996) who gained renown for his contributions to ecclesiast...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Hans Bergström for Ateljé Lyktan Chandeliers in Brass and Frosted Glass
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans Bergström for Ateljé Lyktan, chandeliers, model ‘127’, brass, glass, Sweden, 1950s
Designed by renowned Swedish architect and designer Hans Bergström during the 1950s for Atelj...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Swedish Designer, Pendant Light, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and white opaline glass pendant light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 23.25” H x 9” W x 6“ D
Dimensions of Canopy: 2.5” H x 3.75” W...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Swedish Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Rattan, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and rattan chandelier designed and produced in Sweden, 1940s.
Dimensions of canopy (inches): 2” H x 3.5” Diameter
Socket takes standard E-26 bulbs. 5 sockets.There is no max...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Swedish Designer, Floor Lamp, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and off-white fabric floor lamp designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 62.0"H x 22.0"W x 22.0"D
Bulb Specifications: E-26 (Stand...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Helena Tynell Attribution, Wall Light, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and glass wall light design attributed to Helena Tynell and produced by Ivars, Sweden, c. 1960s
Overall Dimensions (inches): 7.75” H x 5.375” W x 6.25“ D
Back Plate Dime...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Swedish Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Wood, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, stained wood and white fabric chandelier designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 25” H x 23” Diameter
Dimensions of Canopy: 2.5” H x 3.87...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Outdoor Copper Wall Lamp by Hans Bergström, Ateljé Lyktan, 1940/50s Sweden
Located in Stockholm, SE
Exquisite Outdoor Copper Wall Lamp designed by Hans Bergström for Ateljé Lyktan in 1940/50s Sweden. This exceptionally rare copper lamp, created by the renowned Swedish architect and...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Copper
Alvar Aalto A330s Polished Brass Wall Light for Artek
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Glendale, CA
Alvar aalto A330s polished brass wall light for Artek. Designed as a pendant in 1937, this iconic lamp has since remained in near constant production...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
Anagram Table Lamp, Rice, Steel by Sam Weller for Hay
By HAY
Located in Dubai, AE
Sam Weller's Anagram Table Lamp fuses functionality with visual appeal to create a table lamp with a robust construction and strong personality.
Featuring a generously curved, gloss...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Steel
Poul Henningsen 'Modern White' PH5 Mini Pendants for Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen 'Modern White' PH5 mini pendants for Louis Poulsen. Poul Henningsen originally introduced the full-sized PH five-pendant light in 195...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Aluminum
Pair of Kähler Tall Sculptural Turquoise Table Lamps by Poul Erik Eliasen, 1970s
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Pair of tall sculptural table lamps by Poul Erik Eliasen for the ceramic studio Kähler (HAK).
The lamps are made from stoneware with glos...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Ceramic, Fabric
Paavo Tynell for Idman Copper Wall Lamp Model 7307, 1950s
By Idman, Paavo Tynell
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...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Copper, Iron
Svend Aage Holm Sørensen Brutalist Wall Light in Brass, 1960s
Located in Odense, DK
Danish modern brutalist wall unit light, made by Svend Aage Holm Sørensen in 1960s.
The brass petals are torch cut and acid treated for effect - H...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
$360 Sale Price
20% Off
Finnish Brass and Glass Chandelier Model 510-5 by Stockmann Orno, 1950s
Located in Karis, Nyland
This exquisite Mid-Century chandelier was manufactured by the renowned Finnish lighting company Stockmann Orno in the 1950s (Model 510-5 in 1951 Stockmann Orno catalogue). A striking...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Swedish Designer, Table Lamp, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and white fabric table lamp designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 17.5"H x 14.25"W x 6.75"D
Bulb Specifications: E-12 (Candelab...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Sculptural Pair of Swedish Modern Pendants in Opaline Glass and Brass, 1950s
Located in The Hague, NL
This rare pair of sculptural pendant lights was produced in Sweden in the 1950s.
The design is defined by the striking shape of the opaline glass shade, with its stacked, ridged for...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Flush Mount, Lisa Johansson-Pape, Orno Oy, 1950/1960s
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Flush mount, designed by Lisa Johansson-Pape, manufactured by Orno Oy, 1950/1960s. Frosted glass with hand painted decorations, brass detail. Good vintage condition, minor patina con...
Category
1960s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
1960s Hans-Agne Jakobsson Tripod Wood Table Lamp for AB Ellysett
Located in Glendale, CA
1960s Hans-Agne Jakobsson tripod wood table lamp for AB Ellysett.
Designed and produced by Jakobsson in Markaryd, Sweden and executed in thin bentw...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Wood, Bentwood
Swedish Designer, Pendant Light, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and fabric string pendant light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 22.75” H x 7” Diameter
Dimensions of Canopy: 2.5” H x 3.75 ” D
St...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Silver metal pendant lamp by Bonderup & Thorsten
Located in Brescia, IT
1970s 'Semi' lamp.
An object that has become a global icon due to its classic and timeless style. The product was presented for a competition at the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Art...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Hans Bergström for Ateljé Lyktan Chandeliers in Brass and Frosted Glass
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans Bergström for Ateljé Lyktan, chandeliers, model ‘127’, brass, glass, Sweden, 1950s
Designed by renowned Swedish architect and designer Hans Bergström during the 1950s for Atelj...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Pair of Mauri Almari Wall Lamps Model 71032 in Full Brass, Idman 1950s
By Mauri Almari, Idman Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
A relatively rare pair of wall lamps by Finnish designer Mauri Almari model 71032 in full brass. This model was manufactured by Idman in the 1950s. It features a full brass body with...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Swedish mid-century crystal chandelier by Eriksmåla, 1960s
Located in Forserum, SE
Mid-century chandelier produced in the 1960s by the Swedish manufacturer Eriksmåla. Constructed with 54 crystal elements mounted on a chrome frame, it features six metal lamp holders...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Crystal, Steel, Chrome
Swedish Modern pendant by Carl Erik Bodén for Glössner, mid-1900s.
By Glossner AB
Located in Stockholm, SE
A beautiful brass chandelier with glass shades, decor with leaves. Made by Carl Erik Bodén for Glössner, Sweden 1940/50s. A true timeless gem for any room and beautiful exemple of Gl...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish 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.