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
Wooden Wall Lamp
Located in München, DE
Exceptionally beautiful wooden wall lamp from the 1960s.
Very nice design and an asset to any home.
A spectacular play of light is created.
Condition:
Very good vintage condition w...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Pine
$1,193
A pendant by Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Long Island City, NY
A pendant designed by Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy, Finland , circa 1950th. Perforated brass shade with pleated silk defuser. Stamped ” TAITO”. Existing wires, rewiring available upon...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Sisal and Oak Pendant Lamp by Temde
Located in München, DE
Exceptionally beautiful pendant lamp from the 1960s.
The design is very unusual.
The shape and materials create a warm and very pleasant light.
Condition:
Very good vintage conditi...
Category
1960s German Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Pendant by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors / 2 available
Located in Long Island City, NY
A pendant by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors.
Clear textured glass with brass hardware.
Existing European wiring, rewiring available upon request.
Two fixtures available. Pricing for ...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Glass
$1,740 Sale Price / item
40% Off
Alfred Homann & Ole V. Kjær 'Nyhavn' Copper Outdoor Sconce for Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Alfred Homann & Ole V. Kjær 'Nyhavn' Copper Outdoor Sconce for Louis Poulsen
Designed by Alfred Homann and Ole V. Kjær in 1976 for lighting in old and heritage urban areas. The ligh...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Copper, Aluminum
Hans Bergström for Ateljé Lyktan Wall Light in Patinated Copper
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans Bergström for Ateljé Lyktan, wall lamp, variation on model '1006A', patinated copper, Sweden, 1940s
Swedish designer Hans Bergström designed this wall light in the 1940s. As fo...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Copper
A Magnificent Paavo Tynell Ceiling Lamp Model 82500 in Brass for Idman, 1950s
By Idman Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
A beautiful and quite sizeable Paavo Tynell ceiling pendant model no. 82500 for Idman from the 1950s. Because of its size, the lamp suits ...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
$22,284 Sale Price
35% Off
Swedish Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Wood, Glass, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, wood and white opaline glass chandelier designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 21.5” H x 33” Diameter
Dimensions of Canopy: 3.25“ H x 3.65...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Early Poul Henningsen Pat. Appl. PH 3.5/2 table lamp, 1927
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Rare early ’PH 3,5/2 table lamp’ with patinated browned brass frame and original red/golden copper shades. Designed 1926 and made at Louis Poulsen, 1927-1928. Stamped ‘PAT.APPL.’
Th...
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1920s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass, Copper
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Tratten' Outdoor Pendant in Silver
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Tratten' Outdoor Pendant in Silver.
An exclusive made for U.S. and UL listed authorized re-edition of the classic Swedish desig...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
$1,999 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Hans Bergström, Chandelier, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1950s
By ASEA, Hans Bergström
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and white opaline glass chandelier designed by Hans Bergström and produced by Ateljé Lyktan, Sweden, c. 1950s.
Oxidation to brass. Missing brass to ceiling cup.
Overall Di...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Flowerpot VP4, Chrome-Plated , Table Lamp by Verner Panton for &Tradition
Located in Dubai, AE
Among the most norm-breaking Danish designs of the 1960s, the iconic form of Verner Panton's Flowerpot includes the uniquely designed VP4 model, which adapts the Flowerpot into a sty...
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2010s Chinese Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Steel
Reijmyre Glasbruk, Table Lamp, Metal, Glass, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A metal and blue-colored table lamp produced by Reijmyre Glasbruk, Sweden, c. 1940s.
Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 11.8” H x 4” W x 4” D
Bulb Specifications: E-26
Number of Socket...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Green Table Lamp 2563 by Josef Frank
Located in Vienna, AT
Hardwood frame green painted fitted with 2 E27 sockets up to 100W each and colorful semi spherical shade with jungle motives. Designed in Sweden by Josef Frank in the 1950 for Svensk...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Silk, Hardwood
Arabia, Table Lamp, Stoneware, Finland, 1940s
By Arabia
Located in High Point, NC
A white-glazed and hand-painted stoneware table lamp produced by Arabia, Finland, c. 1940s.
Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 9.1” H x 5” Diameter
Dimensions of Shade (inches): 7” Top Di...
Category
1940s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Stoneware
1950s Brass Table Lamp from Boréns, Sweden
By Boréns Borås
Located in New York, NY
Charming Brass Table Lamps from Boréns, Sweden. This modell is called 9303 and from the 1950s. Flexible arm that can open and close the perforated lamp shade. The small even located ...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Swedish Modern, Opal Glass, Patinated Brass, Pendant Light, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Manhasset, NY
Swedish Modern, Opal Glass, Patinated Brass, Pendant Light, Chandelier, Sweden, 1940s
Scandinavian mid-century modern pendant light designed and produced in Sweden in the middle of ...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Hans-Agne Jakobsson Brass Chandelier Model 348/9, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Model 348/9 designed by Hans-Agne Jakobsson. Produced by Hans-Agne Jakobsson AB in Markaryd, Sweden, 1960s.
Measures: Height 115 cm (Can be extended up on request.)
Diameter: 75...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Pair of Wall Mounted Candle Holders by Pierre Forssell
Located in Klintehamn, SE
Pierre Forssell was active at Skultuna Messingsbruk from 1955 to 1986, for over thirty years, an era in which he was one of those who contributed to giving the mill a new status in m...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Pair of 1960s Hans-Agne Jakobsson Model V-220 Brass & Glass Sconces for Markaryd
Located in Glendale, CA
Pair of 1960s Hans-Agne Jakobsson Model V-220 brass & glass sconces for Markaryd. An incredibly refined vintage design that is quintessentially Swedish. Executed in sculpturally bent...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Hans-Agne Jakobsson Pair of 'Fringe' Table Lamps in Brass and Silk
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans-Agne Jakobsson for Hans-Agne Jakobsson AB in Markaryd, Sweden, pair of 'Fringe' table lamps, model B-140, brass, silk, Sweden, 1960s
These extravagant desk lights are composed...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Large Hans-Agne Jakobsson C627 'Rulle' Raw Copper Outdoor Sconce
Located in Glendale, CA
Large Hans-Agne Jakobsson C627 'Rulle' raw copper outdoor sconce. An exclusive made for U.S. and UL listed authorized re-edition of the classic Swedish design executed in raw unlacqu...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Copper
$1,960 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Finnish Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Glass, Rattan, Finland, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, glass and rattan chandelier designed and produced in Finland, c. 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 33” H x 19” Diameter
Dimensions of Canopy: 3” H x 3.75” Diameter
St...
Category
1940s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Paavo Tynell Glass Chandelier, Taito Oy, 1930/1940s
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Glass chandelier desgined by Paavo Tynell. Glass parts manufactured by Kauklahti Glass Factory, manufactured by Taito Oy, 1930/1940s. Glass mad...
Category
1940s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Swedish Designer, Floor Lamp, Iron, Paper, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable black-painted iron and brown paper floor lamp designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 55.125” H x 21.875” Diameter
Bulb Spec...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Iron
Hans Agne Jakobsson 'Balloon' Floor Lamp with Off-White Shade
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans-Agne Jakobsson for Hans-Agne Jakobsson AB in Markaryd, Sweden, floor lamp, model 'G123', brass, fabric, metal, Sweden, design 1960s
This playful 'Balloon' lamp was designed by ...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
Blue Juno Hanging Lamp by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup, 1960s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Blue (slight purple tone) flying saucer pendant light called 'Juno' and designed by Jo Hammerborg for his Rainbow Line in 1969. Manufacture...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Steel
$334 Sale Price
20% Off
Danish Designer, Wall Light, Brass, Denmark, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable brass wall light designed and produced in Denmark, c. 1940s.
Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 15” H x 4.25” diameter
Backplate Dimensions (inches): 3.5" H x 3....
Category
1940s Danish 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, 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 60” H x 12.5” W x 24” D
Stated dimensions include shade.
Bulb Specificat...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Lisa Johansson-Pape ”Orno”
Located in Hyvinkää, FI
**Lisa Johansson-Pape Ceiling Lamp with Beautiful Slat Shade**
Designed by Lisa Johansson-Pape and manufactured by Orno in the 1940s, this ceiling lamp is a true masterpiece of Scan...
Category
Mid-19th Century Finnish Antique Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Glass, Wood
Scandinavian Modern Adjustable Floor Lamp by Carl Thore 1970's Denmark
By Carl Thore
Located in The Hague, NL
Scandinavian modern period floor lamp designed in 1970's period, Denmark.
Chrome metal lamp shade is in two colours- silver and red and has an on/off butt...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Stone, Steel
Relief Copper Table Lamp by Aimo Tukiainen Finland, 1960's
Located in London, GB
Brutalist copper table lamp ”Moonlight”, designed by Finnish sculptor Aimo Tukiainen in the late 60´s, consists of a cylinder shape body's made of melt...
Category
1970s Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Copper
Set of 4 Hans Bergström Wall Lamps Model 407, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Designed by Hans Bergström, produced by Ateljé Lyktan, Sweden, 1950s.
very good condition with minor signs of usage and patina.
Please note: Listed price is for one (1) lamp.
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
$3,342 / item
Finnish Designer, Wall Light, Brass, Glass, Finland, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, glass and opaline glass wall light designed and produced in Finland, c. 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 16” H x 13.25 ” W x 5“D
Back Plate Dimensions (Inches): 4.12...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
'Pan 300' Pendant Lamp Bronze by Bent Karlby for Lyfa
By Lyfa, Bent Karlby
Located in Paris, IDF
Pendant lamp PAN / 300 by Lyfa
Pendant lamp Pan signed by Bent Karlby for Lyfa
Aluminum, finish: Bronze
D.300mm H.480mm
Steel wire (black textile) 6m
Bulb: E27 max 60W (120-230V)
PAN is a visually striking piece designed by Bent Karlby in 1970, combining light and art. Crafted from 12 polished aluminium pipes, the iconic pendant elegantly illuminates its glossy exteriors and provides comfortable downlight and subtle ambient lighting through its open top.
The PAN series exemplifies Karlby's talent for creating timeless designs. Originally influenced by the Pop Art trend of the 1970s, early PAN lamps...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Aluminum
Alvar Aalto Angel Wing Floor Lamp A805 White, Brass & Leather Valaisinpaja 1980s
Located in Helsinki, FI
This lamp is a legendary Alvar Aalto design and one of his finest creations. It was first designed in 1954 for the Social Insurance Institution of Finland. The name of course comes f...
Category
1980s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
Vintage Danish Heiberg table lamps, porcelain and brass
Located in Forserum, SE
A pair of traditional Danish so-called Heiberg table lamps, made from porcelain and brass. Two identical lamps but in two different sizes. Complete with new velvet-finish lamp shades...
Category
19th Century Danish Antique Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Chandelier by Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in Long Island City, NY
Chandelier designed by Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Swden
Frame in nickel plated metal, light arms finished with shades of bluish glass. Measures: Height 80 cm, (32") diameter 50 cm. (20") m...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass, Chrome
$2,000 Sale Price
20% Off
Swedish Designer, Floor Lamp, Brass, Oak, Rattan, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable brass, oak and rattan floor lamp designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 60“ H x 30” Diameter
Bulb Specifications: E-26
N...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Swedish modern floor lamp '577' by Hans Bergström, Ateljé Lykta, 1940s
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Modernistic floor lamp designed by Hans Bergström for Ateljé Lyktan in Sweden during the 1940s.
Model '577'. Adjustable head. Height from 106 to 125 cm. Marked on bottom.
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass, Iron
Set of 3 Flush Mount Ceiling Lights by Hans Bergström, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Brass and opaline glass. Produced by Ateljé Lyktan, 1950s.
Set of 4 available.
Please note: listed price is for one (1) lamp.
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Swedish Designer, Wall Light, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and frosted glass wall light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1930s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 22.5” H x 15.75” W x 7.25“D
Back Plate Dimensions (Inches): 11.625” ...
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1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Lighting pendant by Kai Finnmark (Kai Ruokonen)
Located in Long Island City, NY
Lighting pendant designed by Kai Finnmark (Kai Ruokonen)
(Finland, 1940-2010) for Lynx, Finland. circa 1970th.
Brass and acrylic. Diameter 15". Total height 33".
Existing wire, rewi...
Category
1970s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
$3,200 Sale Price
36% Off
Pink Hans-Agne Jakobsson Ceiling Lamp Model T601, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Brass and silk fringes. Produced by Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Markaryd, Sweden, 1960s.
Measures: Diameter 28 cm, height is adjustable.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Louis Weisdorf Mid Century "Konkylie" Brass Pendant by Lyfa, Denmark 1960s
By Lyfa, Louis Weisdorf
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare mid century "konkylie / tivoli / conch" brass ceiling pendant lamp by Louis Weisdorf and produced by Lyfa Denmark, 1960s. In good original condition and working well. Stamped "M...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Swedish Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Wood, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, wood, and white fabric chandelier designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 29” H x 17” Diameter
Dimensions of Canopy: 3.25” H x 3.75” diam...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Swedish Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Wood, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, stained wood and off-white fabric chandelier designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 26” H x 22” Diameter
Dimensions of Canopy: 2.25” H x...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Large Ceramic Floor Lamp by Rigmor Nielsen for Søholm, 1960s, Danish Modern
Located in Odense, DK
Stunning hand painted floor lamp from the 1960s by Danish artist Rigmor Nielsen at Søholm ceramics workshop, Bornholm. The floral pattern in shades of brown on this lamp is simply am...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Paavo Tynell Brass Perfortated Adjustable Ceiling Lamp Model 1965, Taito 1950s
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
Paavo Tynell created the counter weight lamp design in response to American lamp specifications, that did not allow lamps to hang by electricity cords on their own. The result was a ...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
Swedish Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Wood, Fabric, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, wood, white fabric and yellow string fabric chandelier designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1930s.
Dimensions of canopy (inches): 4.75” H x 3.5” Diameter
Socket takes standa...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
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
Lisa Johansson-Pape Adjustable Wall Mount Swing Arm Lamp Orno Finland
Located in New York, NY
Lisa Johansson-Pape, Scandinavian Modern wall mounted swing arm lamp with pierced lacquered metal shade and extendable arm. Newly restored, re-pol...
Category
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
Nine-Candle Chandelier by Erik Hoglund for Kosta Boda
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous nine-candle chandelier by Erik Hoglund for Kosta Boda, circa 1960s. The chandelier which is made of wrought iron and glass was des...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Wrought Iron
$1,200 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Pair of Carl Fagerlund Vintage Ceiling Lamps by Orrefors Sweden, 1960
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
A pair of ceiling lamps by the Swedish designer Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, made in the 1960s.
The lampshades are made of pressed heavy translucent glass.
The inside frame is made...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
White Witch Hat Pendant by Fog and Mørup, Denmark
Located in Dronten, NL
White enameled aluminium pendant lamp designed by Claus Bonderup and Thorsten Thorup for Fog and Mørup. Very early edition with bakelite hardware in exquisite vintage condition.
Mark...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Aluminum
Stig Lindberg Big Black/Brown/Blueish Table Lamp, Sweden Unique 1970 Rare Size
Located in Forest, BE
This is a very unique table lamp with the very famous Japanese glaze (tenmoku). Its a higher piece than usual. This is a real lamp not a vase that was transformed later. You can see ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Ceramic, Clay, Wool
Pink Hans-Agne Jakobsson Ceiling Lamp Model T601, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Brass and silk fringes. Produced by Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Markaryd, Sweden, 1960s.
Measures: Diameter 28 cm, height is adjustable.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Søholm Denmark Large Lamp Ceramic Wall Sconce Sculpture Danish Midcentury, 1960s
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Large stylish Danish midcentury wall sconce.
The lamp is made the acknowledged pottery Søholm on Bornholm and the design is attributed to Noomi Backhausen & Poul Brandborg. Made ca. ...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
$1,437 Sale Price
20% Off
Midcentury Flush Mount Lamp by Hans Bergström
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare and beautiful flush mount ceiling lamp by Hans Bergström. Made with a round, lacquered frame with an airy pattern of flowers and leaves creating a shadow effect against the silk...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Swedish Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Metal, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and white-lacquered metal chandelier designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 34” H x 21” Diameter
Dimensions of Canopy: 2.75” H x 3.625” D...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, 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.