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
- Originated primarily in Denmark, Sweden and Finland
- Introduced in the United States in mid-20th century
- Informed by the Bauhaus and modernism; 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
1950s Danish Modern Solid Teak Tall Floor Lamp
Located in San Diego, CA
Simple elegant solid teak floor lamp, freshly refinished and rewired, lamp shade it’s not included , 60" tall including the finial, circa 1950s, with push off on switch nice piece gr...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Teak
Orrefors, Pendant Light, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1940s
By Orrefors
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and etched glass pendant light designed and produced by Orrefors, Sweden, 1940s.
Dimensions of canopy (inches): 3.25” H x 4.25” Diameter
Socket takes standard E-26 bulbs. 1 ...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Paavo Tynell "Starry Sky" Ceiling Lamp 9068 In Black
By Idman, Paavo Tynell
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...
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1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
Pair of Midcentury Floor Lamps in Patinated Brass, Made in Denmark, 1950s
Located in Lejre, DK
A pair of brass floor lamps with black-lacqeured iron base. Each with 12 sockets. H. 200 cm
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Midcentury Scandinavian Design Ceramic Table Lamp by Aypot, Sweden 1970's
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage Midcentury Scandinavian Design Large Ceramic Table Lamp base by Aypot. Made in Sweden, 1970's period. Signed on the bottom (see picture). Large clay ceramic lamp base in cone...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Ceramic
Heavy Brass Nautical Sconce, Antique Maritime Ship Lantern
Located in Mckinney, TX
Enhance your space with timeless maritime charm! Our brass nautical sconce combines classic elegance with functional design. Crafted from high-quality brass, it adds a touch of coast...
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Scandinavian modern teak and brass floor lamp by unknown designer, Sweden, 1960s
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Floor lamp by unknown designer in Sweden during the 1960s.
Modernistic design with a brass tripod foot. Comes with a beautiful rattan shade.
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Danish Modern Three Legged Floor Lamp in Brass, Teak and Textured Shade, 1950s
Located in The Hague, NL
This rare floor lamp was produced in Denmark in the late 1950s.
The lamp features a distinctive slightly raised, three legged base crafted from solid brass. The central stem in tea...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Midcentury Chandelier in Braided Leather by Jo Hammerborg, 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
Chandelier with leather braid by Maa. Jo Hammerborg. Made by Fog & Mørup Denmark in the 1960s. Original condition.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Bergboms, pair of G-025 floor lamps, 1960s
Located in Uppsala, SE
ir of 1960s Bergboms floor lamp, model G-25. Brass stem on top of a round, almost cone shaped brass base. Mounted with later off-white fabric shades. Light ware consistent with age a...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Sisal and Walnut Pendant Lamp from Temde
Located in München, DE
Exceptionally beautiful and large pendant lamp from the 1960s.
The design is very unusual.
The shape and materials create a warm and very pleasant light.
Manufacturer: Temde
Condit...
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1960s German Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Raffia, Plastic, Walnut
Adjustable Brass Wall Pendant by Hans Bergström for ASEA Belysning, Swedish Mode
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare wall lamp attributed to Hans Bergström. Produced during the 1950s by ASEA Belysning with model number E2105. Double brass lamp arm that easily adjusts and can be sprawled. The n...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Hans Bergström for ASEA Belysning Wall Light in Brass and White Glass
By Hans Bergström, ASEA
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans Bergström for ASEA Belysning, wall light, brass, matted glass, Sweden, 1950s
This cone-shaped wall light is held by filigree brass details ending in a small rectangular plate. Due to the matted glass in opaque white the light gets smooth and cozy. The combination of the golden metal and the white matted glass creates a beautiful design.
Hans Bergström (1910-1996), a luminary figure hailing from the realm of Swedish architecture and design, was born on November 4, 1910, in Karlshamn, Sweden. After his completion of secondary school in 1927, Hans embarked on an internship at Ystad Metall, a local craft industry situated near his grandfather's farm. In 1929, he sought further education and enrolled at the esteemed School of Art and Design in Stockholm. Remarkably, even before his graduation from this institution, at the age of twenty, Hans showcased his prowess as a designer for Ystad Metall at the prestigious Stockholm Exhibition in 1930.
In the 1920s, Hans encountered his future wife Verna during the summer holidays in his native town of Karlshamn. In 1934, the couple jointly established the company ateljé Lyktan, a venture that combined their collaborative efforts in luminaire design and various artistic pursuits. Bergström undertook various commissions spanning a wide range of architectural environments, including churches, private residences, and public buildings. It was from this point forward that Bergström spearheaded a revolution in Swedish luminaire manufacturing, fundamentally transforming the perception and application of electric lighting in the coming decades.
During the advent of the 1950s, the emergence of plastic as a novel material in modern lighting captured Hans' attention. As the United States gradually introduced plastic as a material of significance, Bergström encountered a method involving the application of sprayed plastic onto a rotating wire frame, facilitated by a spray gun. Interestingly, this technique bore certain resemblances to the later approach employed by Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni in the creation of their Viscontea Lamp...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Swedish height adjustable floor lamp by MAE (Möller Armatur Eskilstuna), 1960s
Located in Uppsala, SE
Swedish mid-century floor lamp by MAE (Möller Armatur Eskilstuna) with a leather covered brass stem on a round brass base. Off-white fabric shade. Height adjustable between 112-138 c...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Scandinavian modern floor lamp by Bergboms, Sweden, 1970s
By Bergboms
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Bergboms floor lamp model 'G-026' produced in Sweden during the 1970s.
Made in brass with a modernistic design. Original large sized shade with a plastic top that produces a soft li...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Orrefors Croco Embossed Crystal / Nickel Sconces, 1 of 3 Pairs
By Orrefors
Located in New York, NY
Pair of crystal shield sconces with a croco relief pattern, in satin nickel frames. Rewired for use in the USA, 60W max.
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Crystal, Nickel
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Tratten' Wall Light in Patinated Copper
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans-Agne Jakobsson for Hans-Agne Jakobsson AB in Markaryd, wall light ‘Tratten’, copper, Sweden, 1950s
Hans-Agne Jakobsson designed this wall light 'Tratten', which is made in a be...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Copper
Swedish Designer, Wall Lights, Brass, Bakelite, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass, bakelite and fabric wall lights designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 8” H x 4.25” W x 8.25” D
Back Plate Dimensions (inches): N/A...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
1960s Ceramic Lamp by Lotte and Gunnar Bostlund
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Beautiful tall blue ceramic table lamp by Lotte and Gunnar Bostlund with original fiberglass and jute shade. no issues with the fiberglass shade.
The lamp with shade is 34.5 inches ...
Category
1960s Canadian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Ceramic
Scandinavian Modern Table Lamp in Brass by Boréns ca 1950-1960's
By Boréns Borås
Located in Örebro, SE
Scandinavian Modern table lamp in brass by Boréns ca 1950-1960's.
Good vintage condition, wear and patina consistent with age and use.
Brass patina.
Original wiring. We recommend th...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Scandinavian mid-century 3-light floor lamp, teak and brass, 1950s
Located in Uppsala, SE
Swedish mid-century floor lamp with three adjustable swan neck light sources, mounted on three different heights. Brass stem with brass details. Fitted with three new pleated white s...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Scandinavian modern floor lamp by unknown designer, Sweden, 1960s
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Great Scandinavian modern floor lamp made by unknown designer in Sweden during the 1960s.
Made in metal, brass and comes with a unique shade with a floral pattern.
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
Svend Aage Holm Sorensen fishing pole lamp Denmark 1950
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Beautiful so called 'fishing pole' floor lamp designed by Svend Aage Holm Sørensen and manufactured by Holm Sørensen, Denmark 1950s. This lamp is smartly designed with a mix of mater...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
Bumling Pendant Lamp by Anders Pehrson for Ateljé Lyktan
Located in München, DE
Wonderful Bumling pendant lamp with reflector from the 1960s.
The design makes the lamp a real asset and an absolute favorite for every home.
A very beautiful play of light is create...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Mid Century Scandinavian Modern Organic Table Lamp in Solid Birch Root, 1960s
Located in Odense, DK
Organic shaped table lamp made in solid birch root. handcrafted in Scandinavia by an unknown cabinetmaker, ca 1960s. Signed "Oliver" underneath.
The overall impression of this mid ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Birch
Swedish mid-century floor lamp in teak, brass and leather, 1960s
Located in Uppsala, SE
Swedish mid-century floor lamp with leather covered brass stem, mounted on a teak base. Beige/white shade. Good and honest vintage condition with light ware consistent with age and use.
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Swedish Designer, Wall Lights, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass and etched glass wall lights designed and produced in Sweden, 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 14.5” H x 8” W x 11" D
Back Plate Dimensions (inches): 4.05” H x 2...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Swedish Designer, Wall Light, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A two-armed brass and white opaline glass wall light designed and produced in Sweden, 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 15.5” H x 10” W x 6” D
Back Plate Dimensions (inches): 2.78...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Pair of Scandinavian Danish modern ceramic glazed hanging pendant lights
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Pair of Scandinavian Danish modern handmade ceramic glazed hanging pendant lights Danish circa 1960. Brown glaze with holes has light bulb socket and hanging electrical wire. Need to...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Ceramic
Beautiful Scandinavian Table Lamp, Style of Louis Poulsen.
Located in Turku, FI
Beautiful Table Lamp From 1980's. Manufactured in Finland but Designer is unknown.
Stylish Colors & Materials: Base and lower part of arm is made of brass. Upper part of arm is mad...
Category
Late 20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Tratten' Wall Lights in Patinated Copper
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans-Agne Jakobsson for Hans-Agne Jakobsson AB in Markaryd, wall lights ‘Tratten’, copper, Sweden, 1950s
Hans-Agne Jakobsson designed this wall light 'Tratten', which is crafted fro...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Copper
Flowerpot VP4, Matt White , 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...
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Steel
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...
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Steel
Flowerpot VP4, Matt Black , 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...
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Steel, Metal
Swedish Designer, Wall Lights, Brass, Teak, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass, teak and fabric wall lights designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 8” H x 2” W x 3.75” D
Back Plate Dimensions (inches): N/A
Bulb ...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Gertrud Lönegren, Table Lamp, Stoneware, Brass, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A white glazed stoneware and brass table lamp designed by Gertrud Lönegren and produced by Rörstrand, Sweden, c. 1940s.
Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 11.5” H x 7” Diameter
Dimensions...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Swedish Designer, Wall Lights, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass and etched glass wall lights designed and produced in Sweden, 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 14.5” H x 8” D
Back Plate Dimensions (inches): 4.05” H x 2.20” W x...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Swedish Designer, Wall Light, Brass, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and white fabric wall light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 10.25” H x 11” W x 6.25” D
Back Plate Dimensions (inches): 3.85” H x 1.29...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
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, 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 11.25” H x 9.75” W x 7” D
Back Plate Dimensions (inches): 2.87” H x 0.73” D
...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Swedish Designer, Wall Light, Brass, Resin, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, black-lacquered resin and white fabric wall light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 10.5” H x 8” W x 4.625” D
Back Plate Dimensions (i...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Wooden Secto 4230 Wall Lamp by Secto Design Finland
Located in Turku, FI
This natural birch colored wall light can be placed facing either upwards or downwards. Enlivens plain hallways and creates an inspiring mood.
Handmade of PEFC-certified form presse...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Birch
Pair of Midcentury Pendants, Danish Design, 1950s
Located in Lejre, DK
Pair of pendants in glass and patinated brass designed and made in Denmark, Great original condition.
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Blown Glass
Table Lamp Borens Model 8423 Sweden 1970's
By Boréns Borås
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Beautiful table lamp or desk lamp in white lacquered metal and brass manufactured by Boréns Borås in Sweden in the seventies
The Swedish Modern lighting models of Boréns Borås are et...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
A Beautiful Itsu Ceiling Lamp Model ER 141/6, 1950s
By Itsu
Located in Helsinki, FI
A brilliant lamp by Itsu from the 1950s. This type lamp suits well in any design interior. The black and white combo with the golden brass stems is simple, elegant, minimalistic and ...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Danish Designer, Wall Light, Brass, Metal, Fabric, Denmark, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, black-lacquered metal and beige fabric string wall light designed and produced in Denmark, c. 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 12” H x 8.75” W x 22” D
Back Plate Dimensi...
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1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass, Metal
Böhlmarks, Floor Lamp, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
By Bohlmarks
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable brass and orange fabric floor lamp produced by Böhlmarks, Sweden, 1940s.
Dimensions variable
Overall Dimensions (inches): 52.25” H x 9.25” W x 26.5” D
Stated dimensio...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Fog & Morup unique chandelier in copper Denmark 1960
By Fog & Mørup
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Monumental chandelier custom designed and made by Fog & Morup for the former General Motors showroom in Antwerp, 1960. This huge oversized chandelier / pendant lamp was hanging above...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Copper
Vintage Danish Tripod Rocket Floor Lamp, 1960s.
Located in Asaa, DK
Vintage Danish Tripod Rocket Floor Lamp, 1960s.
Mid-Century space age "Rocket" floor lamp, Denmark, 1960s.
Three legged teak base with tapered legs. Tall cylindrical shade wrapped w...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Teak
Finnish Scandinavian Modern Brass Pendant in Paavo Tynell style, 1950/1960s
Located in Helsinki, FI
Finnish Scandinavian Modern brass pendant, 1950/1960s. Opaline glass shades. Beautiful and intricate brass details. Good vintage condition, minor patina and wear consistent with age ...
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1960s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Danish Modern Teak & Brass Floor Lamp
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Teak & brass mid-century floor lamp, circa 1960's. Beautiful solid teak construction with metal accents. Custom new quality shade. Newly re-wired for 110V.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Paavo Tynell "Chinese Hat" Floor Lamp 9602, Taito 1940s
By Paavo Tynell, Taito
Located in Helsinki, FI
This iconic floor lamp was originally designed by Paavo Tynell in the late 1930s and has been refined during the golden era of the Tynell design in the second half of the 1940s. This...
Category
1940s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Wooden Secto 4230 Wall Lamp by Secto Design Finland
Located in Turku, FI
This natural birch colored wall light can be placed facing either upwards or downwards. Enlivens plain hallways and creates an inspiring mood.
Handmade of PEFC-certified form presse...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Birch
Heliotrop Pendant Lamp by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup, Denmark
Located in Barcelona, ES
Pendant lamp model Heliotrop designed in 1960's by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup, Denmark. Double glass lampshade with external lilac transparent glass and internal white opaline glass.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Glass
Swedish Designer, Wall Lights, Pine, Fabric, Sweden, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of pine and white fabric wall lights designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1970s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 9.5” H x 3.75” W x 4.875” D
Back Plate Dimensions (inches):N/A
Bu...
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1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Fabric, Pine
Swedish Designer, Pendant Light, Glass, Brass, Metal, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, metal and etched glass pendant light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Dimensions of canopy (inches): 3.66” H x 2.96”Diameter
Socket takes standard E-26 bulbs. 2 s...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Big stoneware table lamps by Haico Nitzsche for Søholm Stentøj, Denmark, 1960s
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Great table lamps designed by Haico Nitzsche and produced by Søholm Stentøj, Denmark, during the 1960s.
Impressive size with rustic earth tone glaze.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Stoneware, Fabric
Pair of Art Deco Wall Lamps, Made in Denmark, 1930s
Located in Lejre, DK
Pair of wall lamps in chrome with original glass shades, designed and made in Denmark 1930s. Great original condition.
Category
1930s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Elm
Pair of Scandinavian floor lamps
Located in Brescia, IT
White fabric lampshades diffuse warm, inviting light, while gold metal frames add a touch of timeless luxury.
The directional design offers flexibility, allowing the light to be dir...
Category
1960s Scandinavian 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.
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