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
Brass & Glass Ceiling Pendant Light by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, 1960s
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
This Scandinavian mid-century modern pendant light, designed by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors (Sweden, 1960s), showcases timeless elegance. Featuring a heavy, textured cylindrical crys...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Rare Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'C1280' Chandelier in Brass and White Glass 8.2ft
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans-Agne Jakobsson for Hans-Agne Jakobsson AB in Markaryd, chandelier, model 'C1280', brass, glass, 1960s, Sweden
Designed by the renowned Swedish master Hans-Agne Jakobsson, this ...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Glass Table Lamp, Lisa Johansson-Pape, Orno Oy, 1960s
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Glass table lamp, designed by Lisa Johansson-Pape, manufactured by Orno Oy, 1960s. Glass frame with metal detail. Fabric shade. Good vintage condition, minor patina consistent with a...
Category
1960s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Swedish Designer, Wall Light, Fabric, Sweden, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
An embroidery fabric and metal wall light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1960s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 6” H x 8.25” W x 4.5“D
Bulb Specifications: E-14 Bulbs
Number of...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Fabric
Reverse Table Lamp, Carrara Marble & Black, by Aleksandar Lazic for Audo
By Audo, Aleksandar Lazic
Located in Dubai, AE
In his search for simple and clever solutions in any given space, Danish designer Aleksandar Lazic looked to Italian marble tables from the 1970s when creating the Reverse Lamp. Insp...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Carrara Marble, Aluminum
Swedish Designer, Pendant, Glass, Metal, Wood, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A glass, metal, pewter and green-lacquered wood pendant light designed and produced in Sweden, 1930s.
Dimensions of canopy (inches): 2” H x 3.75” Diameter
Socket takes standard E-2...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Swedish Designer, Pendant Light, Brass, Teak, Glass, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, teak and white opaline glass pendant designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 20” H x 7.5” Diameter
Dimensions of Canopy: 2.5” H x 3.5” W x...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
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
Sabina Grubbeson Large December Raw Iron Table Lamp by Konsthantverk
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Table lamp model December raw iron with six arms designed by Sabina Grubbeson and manufactured by Konsthantverk.
The production of lamps, wall lights and floor lamps are manufacture...
Category
2010s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Iron
Swedish Designer, Pendant Light, Glass, Chrome, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A chrome metal and white opaline glass pendant designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1930s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 22” H x 8.5” Diameter
Dimensions of Canopy: 2.25” H x 3.5” d...
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1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Chrome
Floor lamp with two points of light
Located in Brescia, IT
Vintage floor lamp, double pleated shade, elegant and functional design. Ideal for sophisticated and retro environments.
This lamp features two thin black rods that rise from a dark...
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1960s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Verner Panton 'Panthella 160' Portable Lamp for Louis Poulsen in Opal Pale Rose
Located in Glendale, CA
Verner Panton 'Panthella 160' Portable Lamp for Louis Poulsen in Opal Pale Rose.
Executed in acrylic pastels to cast a soft light, this third generation of the Panthella 160 portabl...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Aluminum
Swedish Designer, Four-Armed Wall Light, Brass, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A two armed wall light. designed and produced in Sweden, 1950s. Can also function as flush mount ceiling light.
Stated dimensions with lightbulbs a...
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1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Swedish Designer, Table Lamp, Brass, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass table lamp designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 8.55"H x 4.15"W x 4.15"D
Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 11” H x 8” Diameter
Dim...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Large Chandelier in Brass and Amber Glass by Hans-Agne Jakobsson, 1950's
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Large Ceiling Lamp in Brass and Amber Glass by Hans-Agne Jakobsson, 1950's
Additional Information:
Material: Brass and amber glass
Style: Mid century, Scandinavian
Produced by Hans-...
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20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Midcentury Chrome Plated Table Lamp from ASEA, Sweden, 1950s
By ASEA
Located in Stockholm, SE
Striking table lamp from ASEA, made from chrome plated brass. Cool, clean design with a shade that can be adjusted to direct and soften the light.
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
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...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
Swedish Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and white fabric chandelier designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Dimensions of canopy (inches): 3” H x 3.75” Diameter
Socket takes standard E-14 bulbs. 5 sockets.There...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Rare Otto Schulz Floor Lamp in Birch Wood, Josef Frank Shade, Boet, Sweden, 1928
Located in The Hague, NL
This very rare floor lamp was designed by Otto Schulz and produced by his company Boet in Gothenburg, Sweden in 1928. The elegant design is exemplary for the Swedish Grace style with...
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1920s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Fabric, Cotton, Linen, Birch
Danish Designer, Wall Lights, Brass, Fabric, Denmark, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of sizeable brass and white fabric wall lights designed and produced in Denmark, c. 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 17.5” H x 13” W x 10.5” D
Back Plate Dimensions (Inch...
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1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Modernist Table Lamp by Josef Frank, Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Elegant brass table or desk lamp by Josef Frank, with an asymmetric shade and flexible neck. Lacquered green in a nuance that goes beautifully with the warm brass.
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Jesper Ståhl Megafon Angle Flushmount Raw Brass Ceiling Lamp by Konsthantverk
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Ceiling lamp model Megafon designed by Jesper Ståhl and manufactured by Konsthantverk.
The production of lamps, wall lights and floor lamps are manufactured using craftsman’s techni...
Category
2010s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Scandinavian Modern Maritime Wall Sconces in Brass & Glass by Jonas Hidle, 1970s
By Jonas Hidle
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A Pair of 1970s Nautical - Navy sconces composed of brass brackets set with cylindrical hand-blown tubes of rain-effect glass. These lights comes from a Norwegian Navy Ship (No: sjøf...
Category
1970s Norwegian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
$1,114 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Pair of Model "15436" Table Lamps by Harald Notini for Böhlmarks, Sweden 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
Between the 1920s and 1950s, Böhlmarks was a significant player in the Swedish design movement. It was Harald Notini that drove the company forward, producing what were considered pi...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Michael Andersen, Table Lamp, Stoneware, Denmark, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A semi-glazed blue and beige stoneware table lamp, designed and produced by Michael Andersen, Bornholm, Denmark, 1960s.
Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 15.5" H x 5.5" Diameter
Dimensio...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Stoneware
Swedish Designer, Wall Lights, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass and white opaline glass wall lights designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 12” H x 4.5” W x 10” D
Back Plate Dimensions (Inches):...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Verner Panton Pantop Ø23 Pendant in Matt White
Located in Tilburg, NL
Verner Panton Pantop Ø23 pendant. Designed in 1980, current production.
The elegant Pantop line was designed by Verner Panton in 1980, and has for a long time been a staple of the...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Poul Henningsen 'PH 80' Floor Lamp in Red and Chrome for Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen 'PH 80' Floor Lamp in Red and Chrome for Louis Poulsen
Poul Henningsen designed the original three-shade system in 1926-27, using a scientific a...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Steel, Chrome
A pendant by Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell
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
Scandinavian Vintage Floor Lamp by Hans Bergström, Ateljé Lyktan, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Elegant floor lamp by Hans Bergström, made from brass and dressed in wreathed red leather. Flexible neck.
About Hans Bergström:
Hans Bergström was the owner and creative director o...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Henrik Tengler DK Table Lamp by Konsthantverk
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Table lamp model DK designed by Henrik Tengler and manufactured by Konsthantverk.
The production of lamps, wall lights and floor lamps are manufactured using craftsman’s technique...
Category
2010s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
$1,052 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Sabina Grubbeson Kusk Black Table Lamp by Konsthantverk
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Table lamp model Kusk designed by Sabina Grubbeson and manufactured by Konsthantverk.
The production of lamps, wall lights and floor lamps are manufactured using craftsman’s techniq...
Category
2010s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Iron
$1,327 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Danish Palshus Table Lamp Olive Green Haresfur Glaze, Modern Ceramic 1960s
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Midcentury table lamp from the Danish ceramic workshop Palshus.
The lamp was designed by Per Linnemann-Schmidt and manufactured late 1950s or 1960s.
The lamp features an olive gree...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Ceramic, Fabric
Kingo Keramik Golden Blue Dots Ceramic Table Lamp, 1960s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Danish Mid-Century Modern handmade and hand decorated ceramic table lamp. Chamotte clay with shiny golden brown colored glaze and yellow and deep blue stripes and circles around the ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Ceramic, Clay, Pottery, Stoneware
$580 Sale Price
65% Off
Hans Agne Jakobsson Pine and Copper Wall Lamp
Located in Forest, BE
Nice set of 3 pine and copper 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 copper plate that is the back and sides. Minimal details. When can get more upon request.
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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
Copper
$3,555 / item
ASEA, Table Lamps, Brass, Paper, Sweden, 1950s
By ASEA
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass and orange paper table lamps designed and produced by ASEA, Sweden, c. 1950s.
Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 12.25” H x 4” W x 4” D
Dimensions of Shade (inches): 4.25”...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
$3,800 / set
Swedish Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Rattan, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and rattan chandelier designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 21.375” H x 23.5” Diameter
Dimensions of Canopy: 3.25” H x 4.875” D
Stem len...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Swedish designer fabric flush mount, 1960s
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Flush mount made by unknown designer in Sweden during the 1960s.
Beige fabric chord on a steel frame.
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Pair of Swedish Table Lamps by Tranås Stilarmatur, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Produced by Trana°s Stilarmatur, 1960s.
Very good condition.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Steel
Scandinavian Midcentury Sculptural Teak Table Lamp with Shade, 1960s
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Original Scandinavian Mid-century table lamp made from turned teak.
Made circa 1960s.
The teak has a beautiful warm color and a lovely grain.
Included is a new lamp shade desi...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Hans-Agne Jakobsson Chandelier in Brass and White Opaque Glass
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans-Agne Jakobsson for Hans-Agne Jakobsson AB in Markaryd, 'T-348' variation chandelier, brass, opaque glass, Sweden, 1960s
Designed by the illustrious Swedish master Hans-Agne Jak...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Pair of Danish Modern Ceramic and Wood Striped Table Lamps
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Vintage pair of Scandinavian Modern, Danish style ceramic lamps feature large ceramic bodies with round black metal bases and ebonized wood tops. Tall, sculptural white ceramic bodies are decorated with horizontal stripes in chocolate brown, buttery yellow, and light orange colors, delineated with wide black borders.
The lamps measure 25.5" to the top of the socket, and 32.75" - to the top of the finial; they are in good, working vintage condition with the original harps and finials.
Wired for US standard. 3-Way E-26 Base Turn Knob Lamp...
Category
20th Century American Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
$1,136 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Swedish Designer, Floor Lamp, Birch, Velvet, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A dark-stained birch and off-white velvet floor lamp designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1930s.
Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 70” H x 22.75” W x 22.75” D
Bulb Specificati...
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1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Velvet, Birch
Swedish Designer, Floor Lamp, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable two-armed brass and purple fabric floor lamp designed and produced in Sweden, 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 62.25” H x 36” W 11.25” D. Stated dimensions include ...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Noomi Backhausen Scandinavian Ceramic Table Lamp for Søholm, 1970s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Small hand-glazed table light in Chamotte Clay. Designed by Noomi Backhausen and manufactured by Søholm in Denmark during the 1970s. The height of 21 cm is with its bulb.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Ceramic
$251 Sale Price
20% Off
'Pan 300' Pendant Lamp Bronze by Bent Karlby for Lyfa
By Bent Karlby, Lyfa
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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Aluminum
Swedish Designer, Pendant Light, Copper, Glass, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A copper and etched glass pendant light designed and produced in Sweden, 1930s.
Dimensions of canopy (inches): 4.63” H x 2.9” Diameter
Socket takes standard E-26 bulbs. 3 socket.The...
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1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Copper
Pendant Model 1251, Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy, 1930s
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Pendant Model 1251, designed by Paavo Tynell, manufactured by Taito Oy, 1930s. Brass frame with gorgeous glass shades and amber colored blown glass "tears". Good vintage condition, p...
Category
1930s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Anna-Lisa Thomson, Table Lamp, Earthenware, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
An off-white table lamp designed by Anna-Lisa Thomson and produced by Upsala Ekeby, Sweden, 1930s.
“EKEBY 3154” stamp on bottom
Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 12” H x 9.5” Diameter
D...
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1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Earthenware
Asea, Chandelier, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and white opaline glass chandelier produced by Asea, Sweden, c. 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 26” H x 16” Diameter
Dimensions of Canopy: 2.75” H x 4.5” diameter
St...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
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
Uno Kristiansson, Wall Light, Pine, Acrylic, Sweden, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A pine and acrylic wall light designed by Uno and Östen Kristiansson and produced by Luxus, Vittsjö, Sweden, 1970s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 15.75” H x 8.75” W x 11.25” D
Back...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Acrylic, Pine
Brutalist Style Pendant by Svend Aage Holm Sorensen
Located in Long Island City, NY
Pendant by Holm Sorensen, Denmark, circa 1960s.
Patinated brass.
Existing European wiring, rewiring available upon request.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Sabina Grubbeson Edison Brass Wall Lamp by Konsthantverk
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Wall lamp model Edison designed by Sabina Grubbeson and manufactured by Konsthantverk.
The production of lamps, wall lights and floor lamps are manufactured using craftsman’s techni...
Category
2010s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Fog and Mørup White Opal Glass Pendant, Denmark
By Fog & Mørup
Located in Antwerp, BE
Beautiful opaline glass pendant with relief stripes that gives a very nice light effect in your office or living room, the suspension system is a chrome tube with a bakelite top. Eig...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Opaline Glass
$853 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Art deco bronze table lamp by unknown designer, Sweden, 1930s
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Great table lamp by unknown Swedish designer and manufacturer during the 1930s.
Made in patinated and polished bronze.
Category
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Bronze
Danish Modern Hans J. Wegner "JH-1" Brass Pendant Made at Johannes Hansen, 1940s
Located in Odense, DK
Beautiful and rare adjustable pendant in solid patinated brass with a beautiful patina. The pendant was designed by Hans J. Wegner to accompany his iconic furniture at design exhibit...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Bruno Karlsson, Table Lamp, Stoneware, Sweden, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A brown and beige-glazed stoneware table lamp designed by Bruno Karlsson and produced by Ego Stengods, Sweden, c. 1960s.
Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 7.5“ H x 3.75” diameter Dimens...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Stoneware
Swedish Brass Wall Lamps by Boréns
By Boréns Borås
Located in Karlstad, SE
These charming Boréns wall lamps were produced in Sweden during the 1960s.
They consist of a fabric-covered acrylic shade, fitted in a brass cylinde...
Category
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
$1,777 / item
Hans-Agne Jakobsson V-267 Wall Light, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Swedish wall light with fringes model V-267 designed by Hans-Agne Jakobsson, produced in Markaryd, Sweden, 1960s.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
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