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
Pair of Brass Wall Lamps by Alf Svensson, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Designed by Alf Svensson, Sweden, 1950s. Produced by Bergboms.
Perforated brass with beautiful patina. New wiring.
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Swedish Designer, Wall Light, Brass, Teak, Glass, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, teak and white opaline glass wall light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (Inches): 10” H x 4” W x 3.6“ D
Back Plate Dimensions (Inches): 1.875...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Hand Crafted Beret Simple Shade, Demi Double Cloth Pendant, Ø100cm/39in
By Naomi Paul
Located in London, London
Appearing as a magical adaptation of the Simple Shade topped with a beret. Both upper and lower sections feature a double cloth finish for distinct inner and outer colours. Perfect s...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Danish Palshus Table Lamp Green & Blue Stripes with Shade, Modern Ceramic 1960s
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Midcentury 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 roug...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Ceramic, Fabric
Saxbo Eva Stæhr Nielsen Signed Large Green Glazed Danish Pottery Table Lamp
Located in Studio City, CA
A gorgeous and somewhat rare Scandanavian stoneware pottery table lamp featuring a green hare's fur glaze by famed Danish designer/ceramis...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Stoneware
1950s Mauri Almari Brass Table Lamp for Idman Oy
Located in Glendale, CA
1950s Mauri Almari brass table lamp for Idman Oy.
A rare and elegant midcentury lamp executed in brass. A contemporary of Paavo Tynell, Almari's refined work has made him an increas...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
Svend Aage Holm Sørensen Midcentury Sun Wall Light of Brass Made in Denmark 1960
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Danish Svend Aage Holm Sørensen SUN wall light by Holm-Sørensen & Co A/S from 1960s.
The brass is laser cut and acid treated which gives it a very special expression. The design is i...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Swedish Designer, Adjustable Wall Light, Brass, Rattan, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable brass and rattan wall light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Dimensions variable, measured as illustrated in first image.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 10.25...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Poul Henningsen Glass PH 3½-3 Pendant for Louis Poulsen in Black Metallized
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen Glass PH 3½-3 Pendant for Louis Poulsen in Black Metallized
Executed in white opal glass and choice of brass, chrome or black...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Swedish Designer, Wall Light, Brass, Red Metal, Sweden, c. 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and red metal wall light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s.
Dimensions of back plate (inches) : 1.625 x 1.625 x 0.0625 (H x W x D).
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
Early Patented Table "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 chromed brass and dark ...
Category
1930s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Glass, Bakelite
Brass Pendant Lamp
Located in München, DE
Wonderful brass pendant lamp from the 1960s.
The lamp with the floating shade is a real asset and an absolute favorite for every home.
A very pleasa...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
$3,601
Danish Modern Red Wall Sconce from ABO Metalkunst, 1970s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A small red and black tiered robotic wall light manufactured and designed by ABO Metalkunst in Denmark during the 1970s. Measurements: H: 15 cm, Diameter: 9 cm.
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
$180 Sale Price
25% Off
Itsu, Floor Lamp, Brass, Leather, Rattan, Finland, 1950s
By Itsu
Located in High Point, NC
A brown leather, brass and rattan floor lamp produced by Itsu OY, Finland, c. 1950s.
Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 59.375“ H x 17“ Diameter
Bulb Specifications: E-26 Bu...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Brutalist Brass Pendant Light Svend Aage Holm Sorensen for Holm Sorensen Denmark
Located in Vorst, BE
Vintage Pendant Light in brutalist style.
Design by Svend Aage Holm Sørensen, for Holm Sørensen, Denmark. manufacturer's label present.
Made of Brass, Acid Tainted and Cut by Hand. ...
Category
Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
Poul Henningsen Blue PH5 Mini Pendants for Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen blue PH5 mini pendants for Louis Poulsen. Poul Henningsen originally introduced the full-sized PH 5 pendant light in 1958 as a Classi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Aluminum
Swedish Designer, Wall Light, Iron, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
An iron, brass and white fabric wall light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1960s.
Overall Dimensions (Inches): 16.75” H x 14.5” W x 7.25“ D
Back Plate Dimensions (Inches): 6.9”...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass, Iron
Pair of 'Slovenia' Glass Wall Lamps by Fagerhults Belysning, Sweden, 1960s
By Fagerhult
Located in Karis, Nyland
A vintage Mid-Century modern pair of Swedish wall lamps. Made of hand-blown Orrefors glass, produced by Fagerhults Belysning.
Two E14 bulb sockets in each light. Manufacturer label ...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
Table Lamp Model #5066 by Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy
By Paavo Tynell
Located in San Francisco, CA
Table lamp by Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy
A rare table lamp made in the 1940s for "Taito," Finland. The lamp has a brass base, wood stem, and a pleated silk shade...
Category
1940s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Set of Patinated Copper Outdoor PH-lamps, Poul Henningesen, Louis Poulsen, 1970s
Located in Odense, DK
A set of two large "PH 4.5" copper wall lamps by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen, Denmark 1970s. This iconic lamp was first designed in 1966 and was meant for outdoor use. This pai...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Copper
Pair of Large 1950s Jo Hammerborg Perforated Brass Wall Lamps for Fog & Mørup
Located in Glendale, CA
Pair of Large 1950s Jo Hammerborg Perforated Brass Wall Lamps for Fog & Mørup. A minimalist Danish modern design classic executed in brass and wh...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
Set of Three Wall Lights, Hans-Agne Jakobsson, 1960s
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Set of three wall lights, designed by Hans-Agne Jakobsson, 1960s. Brass frame with glass shade. Good vintage condition, minor patina consistent with age and use. The wall lights are ...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Paavo Tynell "Starry Sky" Ceiling Lamp Model 9068, White and Brass, Idman 1950s
By Paavo Tynell, Idman
Located in Helsinki, FI
The Starry Sky is one of the most iconic designs of Paavo Tynell`s lamps. It was made by both Taito and Idman in a few different sizes. The way the light filters through the grill an...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
$8,451 Sale Price
20% Off
Arvid Böhlmarks Lampfabrik, Floor Lamp, Metal, Brass, Iron, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable brass, grey-lacquered iron and cream white lacquered metal floor lamp produced by Arvid Böhlmarks Lampfabrik, Sweden, c. 1950s.
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass, Iron
Ewald Hald, Table Lamp, Glass, Chrome Metal, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A glass and chrome metal table lamp designed by Ewald Hald and produced by Orrefors, Sweden, 1930s.
Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 8.75” H x 6.25” Diameter
Dimensions of Shade (inches...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Chrome
Pair of Table Lamps Designed by Bertil Brisborg for Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pair of amazing table lamps by Bertil Brisborg, with black lacquered shades. Cool grey base in a slender graphic design. Contrasting brass joints.
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Scandinavian Copper Aurora Wall Lights with Birds motive, Denmark 1950s
Located in Hannover, DE
I have three of these wall lamps but each with a different motive. Bjørn Wiinblad was born in Copenhagen, Denmark in 1918. Björn Wiinblas was very active artistically from a very ear...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Copper
Pair of Paavo Tynell Starry Sky Ceiling Lamps 9068 In Black & Brass, Idman 1960s
By Paavo Tynell, Idman Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
The Starry Sky is one of the most iconic designs of Paavo Tynell's lamps. It was made by both Taito and Idman in many different sizes. The way the light filters through the grill and...
Category
1960s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
$12,244 Sale Price / set
25% Off
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 ...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Stoneware
Hans Bergström, Chandelier, Brass, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass chandelier designed by Hans Bergström and produced by Ateljé Lyktan, Sweden, c. 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 30” H x 25.5” W x 6.375” D
Dimensions of Canopy: 3.5” ...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Vintage Scandinavian Nautical Hanging Lamp in Brass, 1970s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Beatifully made chain-suspended Scandinavian Ceiling Lamp by The style is Nautical/Maritime and it will add a cosy twist to any modern interior. The light is in a very nice vintage c...
Category
1970s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
$355 Sale Price
25% Off
Mid-20th Century Brass Chandelier, Paavo Tynell Style, Made in Finland
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Turku, FI
Beautiful Tynell Style Chandelier / Pendant from 1950's.
Manufactured by Sario Finland.
Materials:
the Frame are made of brass and shades are blown glass.
Height 65cm / 25.5in
Category
Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
'Gothic / Wall II' Wall Lamp by Bent Karlby for Lyfa 'New Edition'
By Bent Karlby, Lyfa
Located in Paris, IDF
WALL LAMP GOTHIC II BY LYFA
Wall lamp Gothic II signed by Bent Karlby for LYFA
Brushed brass
L.206 mm H.280 mm
Bulbs: 2 x G9 max 28W (110V-230V)
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GOTHIC I is a distinctive wall lamp full of character designed in 1970 by Bent Karlby. The premium solid brass fixture...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Scandinavian Brass & Bubble Art Glass Wall Sconce by Vitrika, 1970s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Lounge sconce with spherical honey colored glass shade with controlled bubbles. It was manufactured and designed by Vitrika in Denmark in a style reminiscent of Hans-Agne Jakobsson. ...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
$283 Sale Price
20% Off
Set of 2 Wooden Wall Lamps by Hans Agne Jakobsson
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Uno & Östen Kristiansson, Jo Hammerborg, Doria Leuchten Germany, Fog and Morup
Located in München, DE
Extraordinarily beautiful wood wall lamps from the 1960s.
Loving and high -quality workmanship.
The design and the material create a very warm and pleasant light.
The play of light t...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Pine
Swedish JIE Gantofta Ceramic Wall Sconce, 1960s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Handmade 1960s Swedish ceramic wall light by JIE Gantofta. Round light gray base with hand-carved relief lines. Protruding yellow sand colored flower shaped front with small perforat...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery, Stoneware
T.H. Valentiner, Wall Light, Brass, Rattan, Denmark, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable brass and rattan wall light designed and produced by T.H. Valentiner, Denmark, c. 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 19.25” H (max) x 7” W x 23” D (max)
Back Plate D...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
1950s Hans-Agne Jakobsson Perforated Brass Pendants for Markaryd
Located in Glendale, CA
1950s Hans-Agne Jakobsson perforated brass pendants for Markaryd, Sweden. Graced with simple Scandinavian curves and pleasing brass patina. Pr...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Hans-Agne Jakobsson Set of 4 Chromed Wall Lamps Model. V-299, Sweden 1970s
Located in Helsinki, FI
A beautiful set of 4 chrome wall lamps model V-299 designed by Hans-Agne Jakobsson and manufatured by his own company in Markaryd Sweden in the 1950s. The lamps feature a full chrome...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
$5,570 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Swedish Designer, Floor Lamp, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and fabric floor lamp designed and produced by a Swedish designer, Sweden, 1930s.
Variable dimensions, measured as illustrated in the first image.
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Pendant by Jørgen Kastholm & Preben Fabricius for Nordisk Solar, Denmark 1960s
Located in WIJCKEL, NL
The P376 pendant lamp is a perfect example of Fabricius & Kastholm's subtle architectural slant on design. Originally conceived in 1963, five concentric shades create gradations of c...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
Erik Gunnar Asplund, “GA9” Wall Lights for ASEA, Sweden 1940s
Located in Munster, NRW
With its organically shaped blown glass shade, especially rare in this opaline frosted glass version, the GA9 resembles a floating droplet. Designed by Swedish architect Erik Gunnar Asplund, widely regarded as the godfather of Swedish modernism, this lamp embodies his signature geometric clarity and structural ingenuity. Like his Stockholm City Library, it balances simplicity with innovation.
A bent arm holds the glass, while another secures the light source at the luminaire’s center. The black lacquered metal curves organically, contrasting with polygonal backplates—an interplay of geometry and fluidity that defines Asplund’s vision. The large, mushroom-like shades diffuse light in a soft, mesmerizing glow, enhancing the atmosphere beyond mere functionality.
Asplund’s influence extended to Scandinavian design icons such as Alvar Aalto, Erik Bryggman...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Poul Henningsen 'PH 2/1' Brass & Glass Table Lamp in Pale Rose for Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen PH 2/1 Brass and Glass Table Lamp in Pale Rose for Louis Poulsen
This legendary design stems from Henningsen's brilliant three-shade system from late 1920s, which wa...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish 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,
Overall Dimensions (inches): 13” H x 16” W x 5.5” D
Dimensions of Canopy: 2.25“ H x 4” Diamete...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Konsthantverk Pendant Stoby Oxide D40 Opal Glass Ceiling Lamp
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Ceiling lamp model Stoby designed by Konsthantverk and manufactured by themselves.
A true Art Nouveau classic in white matte opal glass and oxidized brass.
Comes in a number of diff...
Category
2010s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
$1,126 Sale Price / item
30% Off
Large Hans-Agne Jakobsson Chandelier with Glass Spheres
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans-Agne Jakobsson for Hans-Agne Jakobsson AB in Markaryd, chandelier, brass, glass, Sweden, 1960s
This impressive chandelier is designed by Hans-Agne Jakobsson. A bright source o...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Jerk Werkmäster, Table Lamp, Ceramic, Brass, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A green-glazed ceramic and brass table lamp designed by Jerk Werkmäster and produced by Nittsjö, Sweden, c. 1930s.
Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 12.6“ H x 6.5“ Diameter
Dimensions o...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Swedish Markslöjd Art Deco Style Tiered Wood Table Lamp, 1960s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Sculptural organically shaped art deco style table lamp designed and produced by Swedish Markslöjd in the 1960s. Tiers of light colored clear lacquered solid beech wood parts create ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Glass, Wood, Beech
Chandelier by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors Glassworks
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass construction with pressed glass elements, designed in the 1960s in Sweden by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors Glassworks.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Sisal and Teak Cascading Lamp by Temde
Located in München, DE
Beautiful sisal cascade lamp from the 1960s.
Great and unusual design with a fantastically comfortable look.
Very nice teak details and high-quality workmanship.
A spectacular play o...
Category
1960s German Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Raffia, Teak
Pair of Pendants by Paavo Tynell
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Long Island City, NY
A pair of counterweight adjustable ceiling lamps, designed by Paavo Tynell for Idman. Model 1942. Painted perforated aluminum shades with polished brass counterweight details. Marked...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
$20,000 / set
Lovely Mid-Century Modern Rattan Wicker Pendant Light, 1960s Italy
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Lovely Mid-Century Modern Rattan Wicker Pendant Light, 1960s Italy
The lamp can be adjusted up to 50cm height.
Executed in rattan and wood, the pendant lamp comes with 1 x E27 / E2...
Category
1960s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Wicker
Sculptural Table Lamp in Teak Wood and Ivory Drum Shade, Denmark, 1960s
Located in The Hague, NL
This striking table lamp was produced in Denmark in the 1960s. Sculptural organic lamp body in solid teak wood. The new tapered drum shade was ...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Teak
Inger Persson, Table Lamp, Stoneware, Sweden, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A blue-glazed stoneware table lamp designed by Inger Persson and produced by Rörstrand, Sweden, 1960s.
Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 9.2“ H x 4.375“ Diameter
Dimensions of Shade (in...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Stoneware
Swedish Designer, Wall Light, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and white fabric wall light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (Inches): 11.5” H x 5.45” W x 7.55“ D
Back Plate Dimensions (Inches): 5.45” H x 5....
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Pair of Swedish Pine Wood Wall Lamps, 1970s
Located in Karis, Nyland
Pair of Swedish modern 1970s wall lights made from pinewood. Beautiful and fine craftsmanship of these timeless wall lights from Scandinavia. This pair was made with love for the mat...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Fabric, Pine
$1,680 / set
Blue Ceramic Table Lamp by Herluf Gottschalk-Olsen Stogo, Denmark, 1960s
Located in Odense, DK
Large ceramics table lamp handmade by ceramist Herluf Gottschalk Olsen at his own workshop "Stogo" in the 1960s. The cylindrical base features a wonde...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Ceramic
Huge Adjustable Teak Wall Light by Skrip Leuchten, circa 1950s
Located in Wiesbaden, Hessen
A very large adjustable Scandinavian Modern two - arms ( 68.9 inch left / 49.2 inch right ) teak wall light with coconut counterweights by Rupprecht Skrip, circa 1950s.
Made in Germ...
Category
1950s German Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Teak
Vintage Midcentury Brass Floor Lamp from Bergboms, Sweden, 1960s
By Bergboms
Located in Stockholm, SE
Brass floor lamp from Bergboms, with a sleek, rounded design topped off with a little tip at the top of the lampshade.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Large Hans-Agne Jakobsson Fringes Ceiling Lamp Model T615, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Large and rare model with white/ivory colored fringes, produced by Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Markaryd, Sweden, 1960s.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
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.