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
Danish Søholm Stentøj ceramic table lamp, glazed stoneware design Haico Nitzsche
Located in Vorst, BE
Danish Mid-Century stoneware table lamp of the 1970s, attributed to Haico Nitzsche. Sculptural lamp in earthy colored glazed stoneware.
Haico Nitzsche trained in ceramics in German...
Category
Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Arne Jacobsen AJ Floor Lamp in Grey and Brass for Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Arne Jacobsen AJ Floor Lamp in Warm Grey and Brass for Louis Poulsen.
Arne Jacobsen 'AJ Floor' Black or Grey Floor Lamp for Louis Poulsen
The 'AJ' series was originally designed in...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Steel, Zinc
Josef Frank, Wall Light, Brass, Rattan, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable brass and rattan wall light designed by Josef Frank and produced by Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, c. 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 26.25” H x 7” W x 16“ D
Back Plate Di...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Embassy Lamp by Carl Fagerlund, 1960s
Located in Benalmadena, ES
Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors crystal chandelier in a heavy hand-built brass frame Nearly an inch thick Swedish glass shade consisting of 8 cake-shaped pieces of cast glass that combin...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
$2,881 Sale Price
20% Off
Jonas Bohlin 'Oxid' Raw Brass Outdoor Wall Light for Örsjö
Located in Glendale, CA
Jonas Bohlin 'Oxid' Raw Brass Outdoor Wall Light for Örsjö. Executed in raw unlacquered and unpolished brass with an opaline glass diffuser. An incredibly refined and clean geometric...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Space Age Optima Pendant Lamp in UFO Style by Hans Due Fog & Mørup Denmark
Located in Vorst, BE
1970s Danish Ufo style Pendant lamp, model "Optima".
Design by Hans Due for Fog & Morup in 1972. Incredible thin from the side, sleek and futuristic design.
White with red insert ...
Category
Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
$816 Sale Price
20% Off
Paavo Tynell Adjustable Ceiling Lamp model A1998 in Brass, White & Rattan, 1950s
Located in Helsinki, FI
A beautiful adjustable lamp by Paavo Tynell that harmoniously combines many elements such as brass, wooden slats, plastic defuser, painted metal and the wirings.
The lamp has all ori...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
$15,126 Sale Price
31% Off
Einar Bäckström, Floor Lamp, Brass, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass floor lamp or uplight designed and produced by Einar Bäckströms Metallvarufabrik, Sweden, c. 1940s.
Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 67.75” H x 19.5” Diameter
Bulb S...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
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 ...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Copper
Swedish Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and yellow opaline glass chandelier designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 23” H x 21” Diameter
Dimensions of Canopy: 2.5“ H x 3.875” Diame...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Hans-Agne Jakobsson Model T-526 Pendant Light, 1960
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wonderful pendant lamp Model T-526, designed by Hans-Agne Jakobsson for Markaryd, Sweden, 1960, with white enameled wood and metal frame and white glass bulb covers. The overall drop...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Swedish Modern Chandelier by Böhlmarks in Brass and Wood, 1940s
Located in Karlstad, SE
Swedish Modern chandelier by Böhlmarks, designed and manufactured in Sweden during the 1940s. The chandelier features a gracefully curved brass frame with six elegantly arched arms, ...
Category
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Pair of Swedish Wall Lights
Located in Long Island City, NY
A pair of Swedish mid-20th century wall lights. Manufactured by Falkenbergs Belysning. Clear textured glass, copper and brass.
Existing wiri...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Glass
$2,200 / set
Pendant, Itsu Oy, 1950s
By Itsu
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Pendant, manufactured by Itsu Oy, 1950s. Brass frame with opaline glass shades. Marked. Good vintage condition, minor patina consistent with age and use.
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
$2,280
Pine Wood Table Lamp by Solbackens Svarveri, Sweden, 1980s
Located in Værløse, DK
Large Pine Wood Table Lamp made by Solbackens Svarveri in the 1980s. A Scandinavian touch to a beautiful place.
* Bottle-shaped pine wood table lamp with a white fabric shade.
* Man...
Category
1980s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Wood, Pine, Fabric
Swedish Designer Pine Wall Sconce with Pleated Shade, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
Large solid pine wood wall sconce designed and produced in Sweden in the 1950s. Clean lines and organic design from the Scandinavian Modern period, with beautiful pleated fabric lamp...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Fabric, Pine
$1,104 Sale Price
27% Off
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 Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
Extra Large Poul Henningsen 'PH Artichoke' Brass Chandelier for Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Extra large Poul Henningsen 'PH Artichoke' brass chandelier for Louis Poulsen.
The PH Artichoke pendant light was designed in 1958 by Poul Henningsen for the Langelinie Pavillonen...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Steel, Brass
Danish Designer, Wall Light, Brass, Fabric, Denmark, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and white fabric wall light designed and produced in Denmark, c. 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 19” H x 14.25” W x 13.75” D
Back Plate Dimensions (Inches): 4.125” H...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Swedish Designer, Floor Lamp, Birch, Metal, Fabric, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A birch, metal and off white fabric floor lamp designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1930s.
Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 60.25“ H x 11“ W x 25.5“ D
Bulb Specifications: ...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Model K5-29 Flush Mount, Paavo Tynell, Idman Oy, 1950s
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Hyvinkää, FI
Paavo Tynell was a significant Finnish metal artist and designer known especially for his lighting designs in the 20th century. He began his career as a sheet metal worker and studie...
Category
Mid-19th Century Finnish Antique Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Scandinavian Modern Black Metal Vintage Pendant Chandelier Bonderup Thorup, 1967
Located in Vienna, AT
Scandinavian Modern enameled black vintage pendant or chandelier Semi designed by Claus Bonderup & Torsten Thorup, 1967, Denmark.
Beautiful icon...
Category
Late 18th Century Danish Antique Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Pendant Model ER 174, Itsu, 1950s
By Itsu
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Pendant Model ER 174, manufactured by Itsu, 1950s. Brass frame with milk glass lampshades. Manufacturer's stamp on the frame. Good vintage condition, patina and wear consistent with ...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Orrefors Pendant in Etched, Diagonal Checkered Glass, Swedish Modern, 1950s
By Orrefors
Located in The Hague, NL
This striking glass pendant was produced in Orrefors, Sweden, in the 1950s.
The design features a sandblasted glass shade in a matte, translucent frosted white color. The geometric,...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Midcentury "PH5" Pendant by Poul Henningsen, Danish Design, 1950s
Located in Lejre, DK
Pendant in painted metal, designed in 1958 by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen, Denmark. Great original condition.
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Swedish Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Oak, Rattan, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, oak and rattan chandelier designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s.
Assorted rattan lampshades.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 25.5” H x 23.375 ” Diameter
Dimensions of Cano...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Swedish Modern Pinewood Table Lamp
Located in New York, NY
We love the fine woodwork of this Swedish Modern table lamp. Made in the 1970s, the lamp body has been expertly shaped into a bulbous form from solid pinewood. The gourd-like shape h...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Carl Fagerlund Wall Lamp
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Carl Fagerlund wall lamp in glass and brass.
Made by Lyfa/Orrefors.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Art Glass
Pair of "Tivoli" Pendants by Simon Henningsen and Lyfa, 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
These "Tivoli" pendants, designed by Simon Henningsen in 1962 and manufactured by Lyfa in the 1960s, epitomize the elegance of Scandinavian Modern lighting design. Crafted from chrom...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
1960s Helena Tynell Amber Glass Pendant Light, Sweden
Located in Barcelona, ES
Pendant Lamp in Amber Glass by Helena Tynell, Sweden 1960s
Beautiful Scandinavian Modern glass pendant lamp in amber color.
Double layers of glass, white in the interior part and amb...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Swedish Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Oak, Glass, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, oak and white opaline glass chandelier designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 22.375” H x 15.375” Diameter
Dimensions of Canopy: 2.5” H x...
Category
1940s Swedish 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): 10.4” H x 7.25” W x 3“ D
Back Plate Dimensions (Inches): no b...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Fabric
Set of 8 Wall Lamps by Uno & Östen Kristiansson for Luxus, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Designed by Uno & Östen Kristiansson produced by Luxus, Sweden. Solid pine and large acrylic shades.
Set of 8 available.
Please note: Listed price is for a one (1) wall light.
Measu...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Acrylic, Pine
1950s Black Metal Diabolo Pendant Lamp Attributed to Stilnovo
By Stilnovo
Located in Glendale, CA
1950s Black metal Diabolo pendant lamp attributed to Stilnovo. Executed in black painted metal with new black cloth cord and custom fabricated per...
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
Scandinavian Danish oak wall arc swing lamp, 1970s by Domus
By Domus
Located in Zaandam, NL
Wonderful Scandinavian Danish oak wall arc swing lamp, 1970s by Domus. This adjustable swing lamp is in great condition with no real flaws to mention. The shade is without any dents,...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Teak
Svend Aage Holm Sørensen Verdigris Green Brutalist Pendant of Brass Denmark 60s
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Danish Svend Aage Holm Sørensen Onion brutalist brass pendant by Holm-Sørensen and Pedersen belysning Aps from 1960´s
The onion sharped brass shade has a green verdigris patina whic...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Patricia T372/12 Chandelier by Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in Vienna, AT
T372 Patricia chandelier was designed in the 1960s by Hans-Agne Jakobsson and then edited by Hans-Agne Jakobsson AB in Markaryd in Sweden. Brass frame with 12 arms and 12 glass globe...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
A pair of wall lights by Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy.
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Long Island City, NY
A pair of indoor/outdoor wall lights designed by Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy, Model 2521-53. Finland Circa 1950th. Painted metal shade with opaline glass globe shade. Marked by manufa...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Monumental 1950s Conical Perforated Copper Pendant Attributed to Paavo Tynell
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Glendale, CA
Monumental 1950s Conical Perforated Copper Pendant Attributed to Paavo Tynell.
Executed in perforated copper with an attractive patina, this sculptural pendant lamp is highly charac...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Copper
Mid-Century Scandinavian Pendant Light
Located in Karis, Nyland
Charming mid-century Scandinavian pendant light. The lamp consists of three copper colour aluminium pendants connected to a teak divider.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Aluminum
Pair of Leather table lamps by Bergboms, Sweden, 1960s
By Bergboms
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pair of table lamps in cognac brown leather manufactured by Bergboms, Sweden, 1960s.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Model 61-347 Pendant, Lisa Johansson-Pape, Orno, 1950s
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Model 61-347 Pendant by Lisa Johansson-Pape for Orno Oy from the 1950s. Milk glass, brass and metal. Good vintage condition, minor patina and wear consistent ...
Category
1850s Finnish Antique Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
Danish Sisal and Teak Floor or Table Lamp by Ib Fabiansen for Fog and Morup
Located in München, DE
Exceptionally beautiful and very rare table or floor lamp from the 1960s.
The design is very unusual.
The shape and materials create a warm and very pleasant light.
Condition:
Very...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Raffia, Teak
Teak Suspension Light, circa 1960
Located in Vienna, AT
Rare Scandinavian Teak suspension chandelier from the 1950-1960s. Four original bakelite E27 sockets. Drop height adjustable up to a maximum of 45inches/115cm. Height of body is 6.7i...
Category
1960s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Teak
Paavo Tynell Floor Lamp Model K10-9 '9628' in Brass and Rattan, Idman 1950s
By Paavo Tynell, Idman Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
A gracefully slim floor lamp with a solid brass shade and a rattan wrapped stem. The 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
Pair of Paavo Tynell Commissioned Chandeliers in Brass & Fabric, Taito 1940s
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
A pair of impressive chandeliers designed by Paavo Tynell and manufactured by Taito Oy in Finland in the 1940s. These chandeliers were made to order for the Workers' House Restaurant...
Category
1940s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
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”...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Hans-Agne Jakobsson chandelier, Scandinavian modern, teak & glass, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Forserum, SE
A stunning Scandinavian chandelier by Swedish designer Hans-Agne Jakobsson. This exquisite piece features a solid teak body with six elegant brass arms, each supporting a beautifully...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass, Steel
Scandinavian Modern Pendant, Finland, 1950/1960s
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Scandinavian Modern pendant, manufactured in Finland, 1950/1960s. Brass frame with opaline glass shades. Good vintage condition, patina consistent with age and use.
Category
1960s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Mid-century Danish Brass Leaf shaped piano lamp
Located in Balen, BE
This mid-century Danish piano lamp features a beautifully sculpted, leaf-inspired brass shade and an adjustable arm, allowing you to direct light precisely where needed—perfect for u...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Pair of Midcentury Wall Lights, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pair of elegant Swedish midcentury wall lights, made from brass with double opaline glass shades. Clean, bulbous forms that glow beautifully in...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
$2,178 / set
Jo Hammerborg Orange Skala Swing Arm Wall Lamp for Fog & Mørup
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A rare swing arm wall sconce or table lamp in its original orange color. It is called Skala and was designed in 1969 by Jo Hammerborg and manufactured by Fog & Mørup in Denmark from ...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
$1,030 Sale Price
25% Off
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...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass, Sheet Metal
Opaline and Teak Chandelier by Uno and Östen Kristiansson for Luxus
Located in München, DE
Wonderful Swedish opal glass chandelier from the 1960s.
Great and exceptionally minimalistic design with a fantastically elegant look.
Very nice teak details.
Very rare version in...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Opaline Glass, Teak
Swedish Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Wood, Glass, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, stained wood and white opaline glass chandelier designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s.
Crack in brass in lower region of fixture.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 28” H x ...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Swedish Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and glass chandelier designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 24” H x 22” Diameter
Dimensions of Canopy: 2.75” H x 4.625” Diameter
Stem le...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Fog & Mørup, Wall Lights, Brass, Glass, Denmark, 1940s
By Fog & Mørup
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of three-armed brass and glass wall lights, designed and produced by Fog & Mørup, Denmark, c. 1940s
Overall Dimensions (inches): 6" H x 11" W x 7" D
Bulb Specifications: E-14...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Milieu Midi pendant lamp by Jo Hammerborg for Fog and Morup
Located in München, DE
Very nice Milieu Midi pendant lamp by Fog and Morup from the 1960s.
The lighting effect is extremely beautiful.
Impressively beautiful and contemporary design.
A very cozy light is c...
Category
1960s European Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Extremely Rare Floor Lamp, Maria Lindeman, Idman Oy, 1959
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Extremely rare floor lamp in rare color, designed by Maria Lindeman, manufactured by Idman Oy, 1959. Painted metal and brass. Marked. The shades are adjustable. Good vintage conditio...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
Hans-Agne Jakobsson, T507 ceiling lamp, Hans-Agne Jakobsson AB, Markaryd, 1960s
Located in Uppsala, SE
Brass ceiling light with glass shades, model T507, designed by Hans-Agne Jakobsson for his own company in the 1960s. It contains five smoke coloured glass shades with a hint of yello...
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.