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
Alf Svensson, Wall Light, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1960s
By Bergboms, Alf Svensson
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and white opaline glass wall light designed by Alf Svensson and produced by Bergboms, Sweden, c. 1960s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 15” H x 6.5” W x 7.5“D
Back Plate Dim...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Four Opaline White Glass Globe Metal Floor Lamp, 1970s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Tall sleek modernist polished chrome floor lamp with four milky white opaline glass globes from the 1970s. One top globe surrounded by three ...
Category
Mid-20th Century European Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
$2,078 Sale Price
25% Off
Mid-Century Brass & Synthetic Textile Flush Mount, Model K5-40, Idman, 1950s
By Idman Oy, Gunnel Nyman
Located in Karis, Nyland
Elegant mid-century Model K5-40 ceiling light by Idman, Finland, 1950s. The design features a pleated synthetic textile diffuser stretched over a metal frame with decorative brass tr...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
Einar Bäckström mid-century rise and fall modernist pendant lamp, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Forserum, SE
An extraordinary mid-century pendant lamp, produced by the renowned Swedish manufacturer Einar Bäckströms Metallvarufabrik in the 1950s. It features three curved brass arms holding c...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass, Steel
Swedish Designer, Floor Lamp, Brass, Fabric, Marble, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, fabric and marble floor lamp designed and produced by a Swedish designer, Sweden, 1930s.
Sold with lampshade.
Stated dimensions refer to the floor lamp with shade.
V...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Marble, Brass
Pair of 1950s Lisa Johansson-Pape Glass & Metal Ceiling Lamps
Located in Glendale, CA
Pair of 1950s Lisa Johansson-Pape glass & metal ceiling lamps. Executed in blown opaline glass and black painted metal. Manufactured by Stockmann Orno, Finland.
A contemporary of P...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
A large pendant by Harald Notini
Located in Long Island City, NY
A ceiling lamps model “11555” designed by Harald Notini for Arvid Böhlmarks Lampfabrik, Stockholm, 1940s.
Shade in ivory glass, braided rattan, brass. Glass shades H 23″, Drop 55″. ...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Blown Glass
Early Alvar Aalto A332 Beehive Pendant in White & Brass, Valaistustyö 1950s
Located in Helsinki, FI
This is one of Alvar Aalto´s most iconic lighting designs. It was first designed in 1953. The design is incredibly simple and takes from nature as it m...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
$23,379 Sale Price
31% Off
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.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 32.625” H x 22” Diameter
Dimensions of Canopy: 2.75” H x 5” W x 5” D
S...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Karlskrona Lampfabrik, Pendant Light, Metal, Glass, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A metal opaline and frosted glass pendant light produced by Karlskrona Lampfabrik, Sweden, c. 1930s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 11.25” H x 20” Diameter
Dimensions of Canopy: 2.7...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
Pair of Jonas Bohlin 'Oxid' Darkly Patinated Outdoor Wall Lights for Örsjö
Located in Glendale, CA
Pair of Jonas Bohlin 'Oxid' Darkly Patinated Outdoor Wall Lights for Örsjö. Executed in richly patinated metal with an opaline glass diffuser. An incredibly refined and clean geometr...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Finnish Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Glass, Finland, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and white opaline glass chandelier designed and produced in Finland, c. 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 27” H x 20.5 ” Diameter
Dimensions of Canopy: 3” H x 3.75" D
Ste...
Category
1940s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
A pair of ceiling light by Lisa Johansson-Pape
Located in Long Island City, NY
A pair of flush mount ceiling light designed by Lisa Johansson-Pape for Orno, Model 1073. Finland , Circa 1950th. Etched opaline glass with brass decor. Stamped "Orno". Existing wire...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Glass
$24,000 / set
Bamboo & Canvas Pendant Light by Anna Ehrner for Atelje Lyktan, 1970s, Sweden
Located in Værløse, DK
Beautiful Bamboo and Canvas Pendant Light by Anna Ehrner for Ateljé Lyktan.
* Round pendant light with bamboo frame, canvas shade and inside plastic blinder
* Designer: Anna Erhner ...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Canvas, Bamboo
Konsthantverk Kh#1 Black Raw Brass Floor Lamp
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Lamp model KH#1 floor lamp designed by Konsthantverk and manufactured by themselves.
The production of lamps, wall lights and floor lamps are manufactured using craftsman’s techni...
Category
2010s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass, Iron
$1,484 / item
Swedish mid century modernist chandelier in brass, birch and glass, 1940s
Located in Forserum, SE
A large and impressive Swedish 1940s chandelier made from brass, featuring five curved arms holding cone-shaped shades in opal glass. Each shade is partially wrapped in rattan and se...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Tall Ceramic Table Lamp, by Rolf Tiemroth, Norway, 1970s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Tall ceramic table lamp handmade by Danish ceramist Rolf Tiemroth (1917-2009), during his time in Norway 1970s. Organic leaf / floral pattern, dark red t...
Category
Mid-20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Ceramic
Scandinavian mid century chandelier, brass & glass, five arms, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Forserum, SE
A Scandinavian mid-century chandelier, produced by an unidentified Swedish manufacturer in the 1950s. Crafted from brass with five curved arms radiating from a brass centerpiece. Eac...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Hans Bergström, Chandelier, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A twelve-armed brass and white fabric chandelier designed by Hans Bergström and produced by Atelje Lyktan, Åhus, Sweden, c. 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 24” H x 30” Diameter
...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Table Lamp, Finland, 1960s
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Table lamp, manufactured in Finland, 1960s. Woven fabric shade, metal and painted wood frame. Good vintage condition, minor patina consistent with age and use.
Category
1960s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Paavo Tynell 'Model 9209' Brass and Rattan Table Lamp for Gubi
By Paavo Tynell, Gubi
Located in Glendale, CA
Paavo Tynell Model 9209 Brass and Rattan Table Lamp for Gubi
Originally designed by Paavo Tynell in 1940, this authorized GUBI re-edition is executed in brass and rattan. Today, th...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
1940s Perforated Brass Conical Ceiling Lamp Attributed to Paavo Tynell
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Glendale, CA
1940s Perforated Brass Conical Ceiling Lamp Attributed to Paavo Tynell.
This sculptural semi-flush mount executed in perforated brass with an attractive patina. Highly characterist...
Category
1940s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
Flush Mount Model 20399, Idman Oy, 1950s
By Idman Oy
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Flush mount model 20399, manufactured by Idman Oy, 1950s. Reupholstered fabric shade, brass details. Good vintage condition, minor patina consistent with age and use.
Idman Oy is ...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Large 'Ripls' Wall or Ceiling Light for Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Large 'Ripls' Wall or Ceiling Light for Louis Poulsen.
Louis Poulsen set out to create a lamp which was discrete – yet also an experience. Fro...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Swedish Designer, Pendant Light, Brass, Teak, Glass, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, teak and glass pendant light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 23.125” H x 9.125” Diameter
Dimensions of Canopy: 3” H x 3.375” W x 3...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Pair of Scandiavian Modern Pinewood Wall Lights, Sweden, 1970s
Located in Barcelona, ES
A pair of pinewood wall sconces fabricated in Sweden, 1970s. All solid pinewood, base and shade.
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Pine
Pair of Table Lamps by Böhlmarks, Sweden, 1930s
Located in Karlstad, SE
Elegant pair of table lamps by Arvid Böhlmarks Lampfabrik, crafted in oxidised brass with a warm, aged tone. Each lamp features a sculptural stem with subtle decorative ridges and a ...
Category
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
$10,691 / set
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Tratten' Darkly Patinated Outdoor Sconce
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Tratten' darkly patinated outdoor sconce.
An exclusive made for U.S. and UL listed authorized re-edition of the classic...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Pair of Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Mini-Tratten' Verdigris Patinated Outdoor Sconces
Located in Glendale, CA
Pair of Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Mini-Tratten' Verdigris patinated outdoor sconces. An exclusive made for U.S. and UL listed authorized re-edition of the classic Swedish design executed ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Mini-Tratten' Verdigris Patinated Outdoor Sconce
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Mini-Tratten' verdigris patinated outdoor sconce. An exclusive made for U.S. and UL listed authorized re-edition of the c...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Lisa Johansson-Pape & Gunilla Jung Glass and Wooden slat Pendant, 1940/1950s
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Finnish glass and wood slat shade -pendant, designed by Gunilla Jung & Lisa Johansson-Pape, 1940/1950s. Brass frame. The glass has a toffee brown color. Jung has designed the glass p...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Danish Designer, Wall Light, Brass, Fabric, Denmark, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable brass and white fabric wall light designed and produced in Denmark, c. 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 10.5” H x 5” W x 24“ D
Back Plate Dimensions (Inches): ...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
A Chandelier by HARALD NOTINI for Arvid Böhlmarks
Located in Long Island City, NY
A Chandelier designed by HARALD NOTINI for Arvid Böhlmarks Lampfabrik, 1940s. Model 11372, brass and glass.
Frame and suspension in matt brushed brass, bowl-shaped cups in clear glas...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Glass
Swedish Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Wood, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, wood and off-white fabric chandelier designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 25” H x 16” Diameter
Dimensions of Canopy: 2.5” H x 4” Diame...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
XL Kalmar Ice Glass Rectangular Sconces
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in New York, NY
Rare pair of large scale Scaninavian Modern rectangular ice glass sconces
with nickel finials. Professionally rewired for use in the USA.
Category
Mid-20th Century German Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
$4,800 / set
Vintage Golden Bell Pendant Lamp by Alvar Aalto for Louis Poulsen, Denmark, 1950
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Vorst, BE
Golden Bell lamp made by Louis Poulsen in Denmark probably in the 1950s. The shade is made of solid bras and very heavy (the newer versions, even the ones from the 60s/70s are made o...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
Poul Henningsen 'PH 80' Floor Lamp for Louis Poulsen in Black and White
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen PH 80 floor lamp for Louis Poulsen in black and white.
Poul Henningsen designed the original three-shade system in 1926-27, using a ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Steel
Pair of Large 1950s Lisa Johansson Pape #3055 Brass Wall Lamps for Stockmann
Located in Glendale, CA
Pair of Large 1950s Lisa Johansson Pape #3055 Brass Wall Lamps for Stockmann. A highly sculptural pair of wall lamps executed in attractively patinated brass with white interior.
Pr...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
Poul Henningsen 'PH 3½-2½' Table Lamp for Louis Poulsen in Yellow
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen 'PH 3½-2½' Table Lamp for Louis Poulsen in Yellow
The 'PH 3½-2½' table lamp is based on Poul Henningsen's original drawings from the late...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Large Poul Henningsen 'PH Artichoke' Copper Chandelier for Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Large Poul Henningsen 'PH Artichoke' copper chandelier for Louis Poulsen
The PH Artichoke pendant light was designed in 1958 by Poul Henningsen for the Langelinie Pavillonen restaurant in Copenhagen, where it still hangs today. This iconic lamp has a world-famous unique sculptural aesthetic, and is viewed internationally as an iconic design. The fixture displays...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Copper, Steel
Pine Table Lamp with Shade in Cane, Sweden 1970s
Located in Stockholm, SE
A lovely little table lamp by Swedish designer in solid pine wood with a hand-woven cane shade. Very elegant design in fine vintage condition, no chips or cracks. It takes one E14 sc...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Cane, Pine
Scandinavian Modern Pendant light, Chr Berg & Co, Sweden, 1930s
By CeBe
Located in Stockholm, SE
Elegant Swedish Grace ceiling light from Chr Berg & Co, made from glass in a clean voluminous form. Frosted glass with etched decor of leaves. Brass stem and ceiling cup.
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Poul Henningsen PH 5 Pendant for Louis Poulsen in Monochrome Black
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen PH 5 pendant for Louis Poulsen in Monochrome Black.
Poul Henningsen introduced his iconic PH 5 pendant light in 1958. Six decades later, the PH 5 remains the bestse...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
Swedish Grace Flush Mount Ceiling Light from Bjerkås Armatur, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Beautiful, large Swedish Grace flush mount ceiling light from Bjerkås Armatur, made from a sphere of frosted glass. Embellished with green tinted bronze decor of starfish and mermaids.
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Large Vintage Swedish Cocoon Textile Sand-Colored Pendant, 1970s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Handmade vintage Swedish modern cocoon shaped wabi sabi pendant manufactured in the 1970s. Natural, thick and rustic sepia sand colored textile over ...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Textile
$760 Sale Price
20% Off
'Memoir 120' Brass Ceiling Lamp by GamFratesi for Lyfa
Located in Paris, IDF
Memoir 120 Flush Mount signed by GamFratesi for LYFA.
DIMENSIONS
W 12 x D 12 x H 16.8 cm
COLOURS
Black or brass
Socket: 1 x G9
Max wattage: 28 Watt
Energy class: The luminaire is ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Opaline Glass
Swedish Modern Glass and Brass Pendant by Orrefors
Located in Karlstad, SE
Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, Ceiling Light, Sweden, 1950s
An elegant ceiling light designed by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors in the 1950s. The fixture features three light sources con...
Category
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Hans-Agne Jakobsson C627/110 'Rulle' Sconce in Painted Bronze
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans-Agne Jakobsson C627/110 'Rulle' Outdoor Sconce in Painted Bronze
An exclusive made for U.S. and UL listed authorized re-edition of the classic Swedish design executed in bronze...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Hand Crafted Solitaire 01 Harlequin Pendant, Ø60cm/23.6in
By Naomi Paul
Located in London, London
Solitaire is our acrobat, artfully pairing balance with symmetry, evolving from a single Solitaire 01 to triple tiered Solitaire 03. Each variation creates a stunning focal point for...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Large Poul Henningsen 'PH Wall' Darkly Patinated Outdoor Lamp for Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Large Poul Henningsen 'PH Wall' Darkly Patinated Outdoor Lamp for Louis Poulsen
The 'PH Wall' is part of the revolutionary three shade system developed by Pau...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Copper
'Ripls' Wall or Ceiling Light for Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
'Ripls' Wall or Ceiling Light for Louis Poulsen.
Louis Poulsen set out to create a lamp which was discrete – yet also an experience. From a di...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Scandinavian Modern Flush Mount, Finland, 1950s
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Scandinavian Modern flush mount, manufactured in Finland, 1950s. Fabric lampshade with brass details. Good vintage condition, patina and minor wear consistent with age and use. Beaut...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
$2,286 Sale Price
30% Off
Paavo Tynell Floor Lamp Model K10-10 in Red, Brass and Rattan, Idman 1950s
By Paavo Tynell, Idman Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
An iconic floor lamp model designed by Paavo Tynell himself for Idman in the 1950s. The lamp has been repainted in red, as we have noticed the increased demand for this color, as an ...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
Scandinavian mid-century chandelier, three arms, brass & glass, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Forserum, SE
A Scandinavian modernist chandelier crafted from brass, featuring three curved arms with a wooden cone at the base. The fixture is fitted with three beautiful glass shades adorned wi...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Hans Agne Jakobsson Brass Wall Lamp, Midcentury from Sweden
Located in Forest, BE
Nice brass wall lamps. They provide a warm atmosphere and even better when lighted. Made of thin stripes of brass delicately riveted with a brass nail to the metal frame. Minimal details. We have a set of 4 to match this one. Great to have them as a set of 5. 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...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
Extra Large Poul Henningsen 'PH Artichoke' Copper Chandelier for Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Extra Large Poul Henningsen 'PH Artichoke' Copper Chandelier for Louis Poulsen
The PH Artichoke pendant light was designed in 1958 by Poul Henningsen for the Langelinie Pavillonen restaurant in Copenhagen, where it still hangs today. This iconic lamp has a world-famous unique sculptural aesthetic, and is viewed internationally as an iconic design. The fixture displays...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Copper, Steel
Ceiling Light by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors / 2 available
Located in Long Island City, NY
A Ceiling light by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, Sweden. Circa 1960th
Textured glass with brass hardware. 6 Candelabra style sockets. Diam. 15.75".
Existing European wiring , rewiring...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Blown Glass
$1,280 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage Scandinavian Modern Ceiling Pendants Verona 485 by Sven Middelboe, 1990s
Located in Asaa, DK
Vintage Scandinavian Modern ceiling pendants Verona 485 by Sven Middelboe, 1990s. Set of 2.
Pair of large pendants in white aluminium with seven circular shades, each shade is angled...
Category
1990s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Aluminum
Swedish Designer, Pendant Light, Cast Iron, Glass, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A cast iron and milk glass pendant designed and produced in Sweden, 1930s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 32.75” H x 13” Diameter
Back Plate Dimensions (inches): 6.25” Diameter
Bulb...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Iron
Carl-Harry Stålhane ceramic Table Lamp blue / green shades for Rörstrand, Sweden
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Ceramic and glazed Table Lamp by Carl-Harry Stålhane for Rörstrand, Sweden, 1960s. The lamp is in very good condition with bright azure and green hues. Rewired and fitted with a bras...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish 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.
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