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
Ceiling Light by Paavo Tynell
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Long Island City, NY
Ceiling light by Paavi Tynell for Taito Oy, Finland, Circa 1950th.
Polished brass stem with wire flowers decoration and opaline glass shade. 3 Edition type sockets.
Some tarnish on...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Danish Mid-Century Modern Three-Arm Chandelier with Glass Shades
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Mid-Century Modern chandelier in brass and black wood and with three glass shades, Denmark circa 1950's.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Teak Flush Lamp
Located in München, DE
Beautiful teak ceiling lamp from the 1960s.
The design is very unusual.
The shape and the plastic lampshades create a warm and very pleasant light.
Condition:
Very good vintage con...
Category
1960s German Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Plastic, Teak
$1,201
Itsu, Chandelier, Brass, Glass, Finland, 1940s
By Itsu
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, faceted and gilt opaline glass chandelier produced by Itsu, Finland, c. 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 27” H x 20” Diameter
Dimensions of Canopy: 4.25” H x 3.5” W x...
Category
1940s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Wooden Wall Lamp by Hans Agne Jakobsson
Located in München, DE
Extraordinarily beautiful wooden wall lamp from the 1960s.
Loving and high-quality processing.
The design and the material create a very warm and pl...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Pine
Mid-Century Finnish Design Lamp Model 62-102/5, Brass & Glass, Stockmann, 1950s
Located in Helsinki, FI
A 1950s Finnish design ceiling lamp with five light sources and leaf decorations. This lamp has some similarities to Paavo Tynell lighting fixtures, but as not everyone could afford ...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass, Metal
Brass Floor Lamp Model #2148 by Josef Frank for Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Elegant brass floor lamp by Josef Frank with adjustable height. Simple, clean lines, crisp plissé lamp shade.
About Josef Frank:
Josef Frank was ...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Swedish Designer, Floor Lamp, Iron, Fabric, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A trompe l'oeil style hand-painted cast iron and waxed fabric floor lamp designed and produced in Sweden, 1930s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 58.25” H x 12.5” Diameter. Stated dimen...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Iron
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...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Vintage Braided Bamboo Pendant with Handle, 1970s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Scandinavian organic modern braided bamboo pendant with round decorative handle making it possible to wire it with an elastic suspension cord and use the handle to pull it up and dow...
Category
Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Bamboo, Wood
Pair of Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors Sconces, 4 Pairs Available
Located in New York, NY
Pair of shield form crystal sconces with a stylized embossed crocodile pattern on satin brass frames. Professionally rewired for use in the USA.
Category
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Hans-Agne Jakobsson V-155 Wall light, 1960s
Located in Genarp, SE
Swedish wall light model V-155 designed by Hans-Agne Jakobsson, produced in Markaryd, Sweden, 1960s. The wall light has a beautiful patina.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
$1,802 / item
Peter Celsing Wall Lamps by Fagerhults Belysning AB in Sweden
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Wall lamps designed by Peter Celsing. Produced by Fagerhults Belysning AB in Sweden.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Josef Frank for Svenskt Tenn "2468" Brass Table Lamp, 1960s
Located in Prague, New Town
Rare 3-armed brass table lamp, model 2468 (also known as the "traffic light lamp"), designed by Josef Frank for Svenskt Tenn in Sweden, 1960s.
Designed by renowned Austrian-born pio...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Danish Designer, Wall Lights, Rosewood, Chrome, Fabric, Denmark, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of rosewood, chrome metal and white fabric wall lights designed and produced in Denmark, c. 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 7.75" H x 5.564" W x 4.75" DepthBack Plate Dim...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Chrome
Scandinavian Modern Functionalist Table Lamp from Boréns, Sweden, 1930s
By Boréns Borås
Located in Stockholm, SE
Lovely table lamp from Böhlmarks, made from brass with a large shade lacquered dark green. The key detail on top of the shade lights the lamp when turned.
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Swedish Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Wood, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A wood, brass and white fabric chandelier designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Light discoloration to lampshades.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 23” H x 26” Diameter
Dimension...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Swedish Designer, Table Lamp, Earthenware, Brass, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A light grey-glazed earthenware and brass table lamp designed and produced in Sweden, 1930s.
Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 10” H x 6” Diameter
Dimensions of Shade (inches): 7” Top Di...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Paavo Tynell Four Arm Brass Chandelier, Model 1444, Taito OY, Finland, 1930s
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in The Hague, NL
This rare four-arm chandelier was designed by Paavo Tynell in the early 1930s. It was produced by Taito Oy in Finland and is documented in Taito's catalogue as model number 1444.
Th...
Category
1930s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
A Pair of Paavo Tynell Floor Lamps Model 9628 in Brass and Rattan, Taito 1950s
By Paavo Tynell, Taito
Located in Helsinki, FI
A pair of gracefully slim floor lamps with a solid brass shade and a rattan wrapped stem. These lamps harmoniously combine the coldness of brass and na...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Table Lamp Attributed to Vilhelm Lauritzen and Produced in Denmark
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare table lamp attributed to Vilhelm Lauritzen. Produced in Denmark.
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Swedish designer 12 arm brass and fabric chandelier, 1960s
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Bring timeless elegance into your interior with this stunning brass chandelier from the 1960s. Designed by an unknown Swedish designer, this piece reflects the clean lines and high-q...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Swedish Modern Wall Sconce with Honey Smoke Glass Shade, 1960s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
In the style of Uno & Osten Kristiansson comes this stylish wall light executed in engine-turned hard wood and featuring a yellow smoke glass shade. It was made in Sweden during the ...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Blown Glass
Bjarne Bech Metal Outdoor Wall Lamps for Louis Poulsen, Denmark
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Outdoor wall lamps made of galvanized steel, designed in the 1930s by Bjarne Bech and produced by Louis Poulsen.
Category
1930s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Steel
Guldpendel Pendants in Chrome, Vilhelm Lauritzen for Louis Poulsen, Denmark 1950
Located in Vorst, BE
Modernist architect Vilhelm Lauritzen designed the Guldpendel pendant for Louis Poulsen, Denmark, in 1955.
The model was named ''Guldpendel'', danish for ''Golden pendant', as thes...
Category
Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Sheet Metal, Aluminum, Chrome
$2,210 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Swedish Designer, Pendant Light, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and glass pendant light designed and produced in Sweden, 1930s.
Dimensions of canopy (inches): 3.25” H x 4” Diameter
Socket takes standard E-26 bulbs. 2 sockets.There is no ...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Jerk Werkmäster, Table Lamp, Earthenware, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A grey-glazed stoneware table lamp designed by Jerk Werkmäster and produced by Nittsjö, Sweden, 1930s.
Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 10.75” H x 5.75” Diameter
Dimensions of Shade (in...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Earthenware
Important Ceramic Floor Lamp / Lampadaire Owl by Walter Gerhards, Circa 1960-70
Located in VÉZELAY, FR
We present to you an elegant and spectacular living room lamp by the artist Walter Gerhards, a prominent figure of the German Fat Lava ceramic school.
This floor lamp from the 1960...
Category
1960s German Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery, Fabric
Hans-Agne Jakobsson Chandeliers T449/6 Patricia, 1960s Ceiling Lamp by Markaryd
Located in Krefeld, DE
Nice vintage Hans-Agne Jakobsson ceiling lamp model 449/6 produced by AB Markaryd, Sweden, 1960s.
Frame in polished brass and Amber glass. With 6x E14 Edision screw socket. Nice vin...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
$2,834 Sale Price
20% Off
Hans-Agne Jakobsson C627/110 'Rulle' Brown Patinated Outdoor Sconce
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans-Agne Jakobsson C627/110 'Rulle' brown patinated outdoor sconce. An exclusive made for U.S. and UL listed authorized re-edition of the cla...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Danish 'Bridge' Floor Lamp by Severin Hansen for Haslev Møbelsnedkeri, 1950s
Located in Chicago, IL
A rare and important ‘Bridge’ floor lamp by Severin Hansen, an iconic Danish design from the 1950s. Crafted for Haslev Møbelsnedkeri, this piece features a beautifully stained beech ...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Wood, Paper
A Pair of Brass and Opal Glass Wall Lamps, Scandinavia ca 1960s
Located in Utrecht, NL
Most of the stunning classic designs from the turn of the century to the 1960s, termed "mid-century", captured the imagination of the world, especially the work of Scandinavian and N...
Category
1960s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Boris Lacroix Table Lamp / Wall Lamp Produced by Falkenbergs Belysning in Sweden
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare table / wall lamp designed by Boris Lacroix. Produced by Falkenbergs Belysning in Sweden.
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
Vintage Table Lamp "PH-Lamp" by PH / Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen, 1930s
Located in Odense, DK
Stunning original production PH-table lamp model "3,5/2" by Poul Henningsen manufactured at Louis Poulsen, Copenhagen in the 1930s. The lamp base is made from patinated brass and brown bakelite parts.. The upper shade is made from yellow lacquered metal with a wonderful patina while the middle and lower are made from two layered opaline glass which gives a wonderful light distribution. A beautiful and rare example of the world famous lamp icon.
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. 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. PH 3/2 Table is a member of the three-shade family. Thus PH did not just design a light, but an entire system – around a thousand different models have been produced over the years. PH was the first person to pursue a scientific approach to light and use the logarithmic spiral as a basis. By using a design based on the logarithmic spiral he achieved even distribution of light over the entire curve of the shade. This even light distribution, together with the diffuse reflection through the glass, made it possible to control glare and shadow. Each shade reduces the amount of light equally, due to their distance from the light source. The PH light model numbers refer to the shade size. Each top shade had a corresponding set of middle and lower shades. In the ‘pure’ models, such as the 2/2, the top shade has a size of about 20 cm, with corresponding lower shades. PH 3/2 Table consists of an app. 30 cm top shade, but uses lower shades from the 2/2 model. These ‘hybrid’ models were introduced due to the desire to hang the pendants at lower heights. The system was also used for wall, table and floor lamps. This specific example has a "3,5" top shade (33,7 cm.) and a "2" middle and lower shade making it a "3,5/2 PH lamp".
Category
1930s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Swedish Designer, Pendant Light, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and opaline glass pendant light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 19.5” H x 8.5 ” Diameter
Dimensions of Canopy: 3.5” H x 4.25” D
Stem...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Huge 21.7" Sculptural Sun Wall Sconce Beige by Brangstrup, Danish Ceramic, 1970s
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Huge mid-century Danish ceramic wall sconce from Brangstrup Stentøj. Made ca. 1970s.
The wall sconce is bowl shaped and has incised stri...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Danish Modern Pair of "Vitrika" Wall Sconces "Aladdin" in Brass and Glass, 1970s
By Vitrika
Located in Odense, DK
Elegant handmade 1960s Danish Modern wall lights by "VITRIKA" model "Aladdin". A block of thick solid glass mounted on a shiny brass plate. The items are handmade so small differences in color and form are to be expected. Labelled on brass mount. Great original condition.
About the manufacturer: "VITRIKA" was founded in the North Zealand region of Denmark a few years after the Second World War in 1948. The three founders - a designer, a craftsman and a salesman - came up with the name Vitrika by putting together the Danish words "Vi Tre Kan", which translates directly to "We Three...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
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): 10.25” H x 8.1” W x 2.75“ D
Back Plate Dimensions (Inches): n...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Poul Henningsen 'PH 80' Floor Lamp for Louis Poulsen in White
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen 'PH 80' Floor Lamp for Louis Poulsen in White
Poul Henningsen designed the original three-shade system in 1926-27, using a scientific approach to create glare-free l...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Steel
Finnish Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Glass, Finland, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and white opaline glass chandelier designed and produced in Finland, c. 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 27” H x 20.5 ” Diameter
Dimensions of Canopy: 3” H x 3.75" D
Ste...
Category
1940s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Pair of Raketen Table Lamps by Luxus, Sweden, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, Stockholms län
Pair of rocket shape "raketen" table lamps model B129 designed by the brothers Unö & Östen Kristiansson for their own company Luxus. Manufactured at Vittsjö in Sweden during the 1960...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Acrylic, Oak
Brass Bumling Pendant Lamp by Anders Pehrson for Ateljé Lyktan
By Magnus Persson, Ateljé Lyktan
Located in Antwerp, BE
Vintage Bumling pendant designed by Anders Pehrson for Atelje Lyktan. The minimalist designed Bumling pendant, lamp with reflector date from 60s is a real asset and favorite for ever...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
$1,249 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Swedish Designer, Floor Lamp, Brass, Wood, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable three-armed brass, elm, wood veneer and off-white fabric floor lamp designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 60.75” x 43.5” W x 32.5” D....
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Swedish Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and white opaline glass chandelier designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s.
The brass stem presents with very light oxidation.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 18.75” H x 16”...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Houseof Brass Bar Opal Ball Wall Light
By houseof
Located in Bradford on Avon, GB
A perfect space saving light our bold polished brass bar opal ball wall light. With the power of a floor lamp but without the footprint, the metal bar holds ...
Category
2010s Chinese Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
$278 / item
Ceiling Light by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors / 2 available
Located in Long Island City, NY
A Ceiling light by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, Sweden. Circa 1960th
Textured glass with brass hardware. 6 Candelabra style sockets. Diam. 15.75".
Existing European wiring , rewiring...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Blown Glass
$1,280 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage C-Shaped Lamp
Located in Brescia, IT
Peculiar original Scandinavian lamp made of plastic and metal.
This piece of furniture is distinguished by the original shape of the stem, which takes the form of a C at the end, ...
Category
1960s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Ture Berglund, Table Lamp, Glass, Brass, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A glass and brass table lamp, designed by Ture Berglund and produced by Skansen, Glass, Sweden, c. 1940s.
Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 11” H x 5.5” Diameter
Bulb Specifications: E-2...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Brass Ceiling Lamp by Hans Agne Jakobsson for Markaryd Sweden, 1960
Located in Paris, FR
Brass ceiling lamp by Hans Agne Jakobsson for Markaryd Sweden 1960
Rare model made of Brass suspended by an adjustable chain
good overall condition, some light scratches due to age...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Danish Designer, Wall Light, Brass, Rattan, Denmark, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable brass and rattan wall designed and produced in Denmark, 1940s.
Please note cord feeds from stem connected to socket, configured for plug-in.
Overall Dimensions (inche...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Sculptural Danish Sunflower Wall Sconce in Acid Glazed Stoneware, 1970s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Piece unique - one of a kind sculptural wall light executed in glazes ceramic/stoneware.. Vibrant high-gloss orange and red acid and fat lava glazes sets the flower-power 1970s vibe ...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Ceramic
Hans Agne Jakobsson pair of rare Pine Wall Lamps Mid-century 1960's Sweden
Located in Forest, BE
Rare pair pine wall lamps. They provide a warm atmosphere and even better when lighted. Made of thin stripes of pine delicately nailed with a brass nail to the massive pine frame. Mi...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Copper
Itsu OY, Chandelier, Brass, Glass, Finland, 1940s
By Itsu
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and opaline glass chandelier designed and produced in Finland, c. 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 21” H x 17” Diameter
Dimensions of Canopy: 2.75” H x 3.875” W x 3.87...
Category
1940s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Set of Two Model Bau Wall Lights, Klaus Michalik, Orno Oy, 1970/1980s
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Set of Two Model Bau Wall Lights, designed by Klaus Michalik, manufacutred by Orno Oy, 1970/1980s. Milk glass with brass frame. Good vintage condition, minor patina consistent with a...
Category
1980s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Swedish Ceiling Light, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Swedish ceiling light with black lacquered metal shade and brass details.
Diameter: 45 cm
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass, Metal
Paavo Tynell Ceiling Lamp Model 80648 in Copper, Idman 1950s
By Idman Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
A gorgeous unperforated version of the Starry Sky which is one of the most iconic designs of Paavo Tynell's lamps. The lamp is made of copper and glass and has an absolute perfect pa...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
$5,574 Sale Price
20% Off
Teak and Acrylic Wall Sconces by Luxus
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Wall sconces made of an L shaped teak backplate that also support a cylindrical acrylic shade, diffusing the light of one light bulb.
Thanks to a notch ...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Acrylic, Teak
$1,026 / item
Midcentury Modern Table Lamp in Brass and Leather by Boréns, Sweden, 1960s
By Boréns Borås
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
Wonderful table lamp in brushed brass and leather by Boréns, Sweden.
This lamp will work fine as an office lamp or will be a great addition o giv...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
Mid-Century Modern Finnish Design Lamp in Brass and Hand Painted Glass, 1950s
Located in Helsinki, FI
A 1950s Finnish design ceiling lamp with five light sources. This lamp has some similarities to Paavo Tynell lighting fixtures, but as not everyone could afford Tynells, even back th...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
$2,739 Sale Price
20% Off
Paavo Tynell, Wall Lights, Brass, Finland, 1950s
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of adjustable brass wall lights designed by Paavo Tynell and produced by Taito OY, Finland, 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 15.75” H x 3.78” W x 12.21” D
Back Plate Dime...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
$8,900 / set
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.