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
Floor lamp in brass with dark brown leather trim, Swedish / Scandinavian Modern
Located in Stockholm, SE
A rare floor lamp, model 5737 by Einar Bäckström. Made in solid brass with leather trim. With makers mark and model number.
Original shade with a few inner damages. Nice patina, no...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
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
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
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Tratten' Verdigris Patinated Outdoor Sconce
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Tratten' verdigris patinated outdoor sconce. An exclusive made for U.S. and UL listed authorized re-edition of the classi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Paavo Tynell custom wall lamp. circa 1950. Taito Oy
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Hägersten-Liljeholmen, Stockholms län
Extremly rare custom made wall lamp design by Paavo Tynell and made in solid brass with pierces holes. Drawing by the artist available on demand. the wall lamp can be used upon a des...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
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
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 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
Poul Henningsen PH 5 Pendant for Louis Poulsen in Hues of Blue
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen PH 5 Pendant for Louis Poulsen in Hues of Blue
Poul Henningsen introduced his iconic 'PH 5' pendant light in 1958. Six decades later, the 'PH 5' remains the bestsell...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Steel, Aluminum
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
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
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
Yki Nummi 'Lokki' large white acrylic pendant for Innolux Oy
Located in Glendale, CA
Yki Nummi 'Lokki' large white acrylic pendant for Innolux Oy.
Designed in 1960, Nummi's innovative 'Lokki' is one of the best-known finnish design Classics. The name Lokki comes fr...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
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
Bonderup & Thorup Small 'Semi' Pendant in Roasted Pumpkin for GUBI
Located in Glendale, CA
Bonderup & Thorup Small 'Semi' Pendant in Roasted Pumpkin for GUBI
Designed in 1968 by Claus Bonderup and Torsten Thorup, this authorized re-edition by GUBI of Denmark meticulously ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Aluminum
Danish Modern Sage Gray Stoneware Lamp, 1960s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
1960s Danish midcentury modernist stoneware table lamp by Søholm Stentøj. Stunning dusty grayish sage green shiny glaze with earthy brown tones over a soft shaped body with square de...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery, Stoneware
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
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
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
Swedish Grace Pendant light, Chr Berg & Co, Sweden, 1920s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Elegant Swedish Grace ceiling light, with a pewter and pale orange colored glass shade with a cut decor. Graphic, functionalist design. Original textile chord suspension.
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Pewter
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
Poul Henningsen PH 5 Pendant for Louis Poulsen in Red
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen PH 5 pendant for Louis Poulsen in red. Poul Henningsen introduced his iconic PH 5 pendant light in 1958. Six decades later, the PH 5 remains the bestselling design in the Louis Poulsen's portfolio. The PH 5's painted metal shades brilliantly distribute light to create glare–free illumination. Executed in spun aluminium shades...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Aluminum
LU Louis Sconce AS LG
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Handsome LU Louis sconce AS LG is a large version of the all brass wall sconce in an aged silver finish with patterned perforations by Lumfardo Luminaires. Made contemporary in the U...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass, Nickel
$1,650 / item
XL Swedish Modern Brass and Glass Pendants
By ASEA
Located in Karlstad, SE
Pair of rare Swedish Modern pendants in brass and glass, manufactured in Sweden during the 1940s. The globes are crafted using an advanced three-layer glass technique, ensuring optim...
Category
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Swedish Designer, Pendant Light, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and opaline glass pendant light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 28.5” H x 10” W x 10“ D
Dimensions of Canopy: 2.5” H x 4” W x 4” D
...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Falkenbergs Belysning, Floor Lamp, Oak, Brass, Rattan, Sweden, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable brass, oak and rattan floor lamp designed and produced by Falkenbergs Belysning, Sweden, 1960s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 49.22” H x 6.7” W x 14.57” D
Stated dime...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Verner Panton 'Panthella 160 Portable' Lamp for Louis Poulsen in Blue Grey Opal
Located in Glendale, CA
Verner Panton 'Panthella 160 Portable' Lamp for Louis Poulsen in Blue Grey Opal
The Panthella collection was designed by Verner Panton in 1971 and remains one of his most iconic lig...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Chrome, Aluminum
Set of Stoneware Desk Lamps by Lisbeth Brams for Fog & Morup, 1960s, Denmark
Located in Værløse, DK
Rare set of Earth-Tone Stoneware Desk Lamps designed by Lisbeth for Fog & Morup in the 1960s.
* Set (2) of handmade earth-brown stoneware desk lamps with white shades
* Designer: L...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Stoneware
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
Hans Bergström Pair of Brass and Wood 8-Arm Chandeliers, 1940s
Located in Prague, New Town
Pair of remarkable 8-arm chandeliers (model '10/8'), designed by Hans Bergström. Produced by Ateljé Lyktan in the 1940s. Made from brass, details in wood, the chandeliers feature new...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
'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
'Solen' Wall Lamp by Fridtjof Sejersen, Denmark, 1970s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Designed by Danish ceramic artist Fridtjof Sejersen in the 1970s, the “Solen” wall lamp is a stunning example of Scandinavian craftsmanship and atmospheric lighting design. Crafted i...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Large Poul Henningsen 'PH Wall' Outdoor Lamp for Louis Poulsen in Verdigris
Located in Glendale, CA
Large Poul Henningsen 'PH Wall' Outdoor Lamp for Louis Poulsen in Verdigris
The 'PH Wall' is part of the revolutionary three shade system developed by Paul He...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Copper
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
Scandinavian modern brass table lamp "Liljan"
Located in Turku, Varsinais-Suomi
Embrace the timeless elegance of Scandinavian design with the modern brass table lamp "Liljan". Reminding of Ivar Ålenius Björk Liljan, this lamp showcases an exquisite blend of mini...
Category
Mid-20th Century European Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Danish Brass/Aluminum Pendand
Located in Vienna, AT
Aluminum shade copper plated fitted with one W27 socket. Made in Denmark in the 1970s
Total height can be customized.
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Aluminum, Copper
Floral Pendant, Finland, 1950s
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Floral pendant, manufactured in Finland, 1950s. Brass frame, plastic floral details, opaline glass shades. Good vintage condition, patina consistent with age and use.
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Swedish Modern Round Brass and Glass Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Charming 1950s Round Pendant in Brass and Glass with organic flower ornament. With decorative details such as twisted brass around the lamp and flower decorations it is very much in ...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Eje Ahlgren, Bergboms, modernist pendant lamp T-32, teak and metal, Sweden 1950s
By Bergboms, Eje Ahlgren
Located in Forserum, SE
A Scandinavian mid-century pendant lamp model T-32, designed by Eje Ahlgren and produced by renowned Swedish manufacturer Bergbom & Co in the 1950s. This unusual piece showcases the ...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Steel
Large Finnish Floral Silk Flush Mount, 1940s
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Finnish floral flush mount from the 1940s. Handmade silk shade with embroidered floral details. Brass details. Good vintage condition, minor patina and wear consistent with age and u...
Category
1940s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Svend Mejlstrøm, Chandelier, Brass, Fabric, Denmark, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and white fabric chandelier designed by Svend Mejlstrøm and produced by MS Belysning, Denmark. c. 1960s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 27.25” H x 20” Diameter
Dimensions of...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Set of 2 1st Edition VP1 Flowerpot Pendant Lamps by Verner Panton
Located in München, DE
Exceptionally beautiful pendant lamps from the 1960s.
These Flowerpot lamps are from the first production line and are particularly rare with the orange enamel in the reflector.
Thes...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Set of Swedish Pine Wood Sconces by Markslöjd, Sweden, 1980s
By Markslöjd
Located in Værløse, DK
Swedish Modern Pine Wood Sconces made by Markslöjd circa 1980.
* Set (2) of pine wood sconces with off-white fabric shades.
* Manufacturer: Markslöjd, Sweden
* Style: 1116
* Year: ...
Category
1980s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Wood, Pine
'Pan 50' Wall Lamp by Bent Karlby for Lyfa
By Bent Karlby, Lyfa
Located in Paris, IDF
Wall lamp Pan / 50 by Lyfa
Wall lamp Pan / 50 signed by Bent Karlby for Lyfa
Polished aluminum
L.50 mm H.600 mm
Bulbs: 2 x E14 max 40W (11...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Aluminum
$418 / item
Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors, a pair of pendant lamps, brass & glass, Sweden, 1960s
Located in Forserum, SE
A pair of Mid-Century Modern pendant lamps designed by Carl Fagerlund for the Swedish glassworks Orrefors in the 1960s. Crafted from brass, each lamp features six square glass prisms...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Model K5-25 Flush Mount, Idman Oy, 1950s
By Idman Oy
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Model K5-25 flush mount, manufactured by Idman Oy, 1950s. Reupholstered with Lauritzon's "Manor" -fabric. Brass detail. Marked. Good vintage condition, minor patina consistent with a...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Høvik Verk, Wall Lights, Brass, Fabric, Norway, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass and white fabric wall lights produced by Høvik Verk, Norway, c. 1950s.
Very light oxidation and scratching present throughout brass.
Overall Dimensions (Inches): 1...
Category
1950s Norwegian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Mauri Almari Table Lamp Model 61054 in Brass & Rattan, Idman, 1950s
By Idman Oy, Mauri Almari
Located in Helsinki, FI
A beautiful and delicate brass table lamp designed by Mauri Almari and manufactured by Idman in the 1950s in Finland. Despite the small size of this lamp the combination of brass & w...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Swedish Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Wood, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, fabric and wood chandelier designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 23.5” H x 22” Diameter
Dimensions of Canopy: 2.25” H x 3.875” diameter
...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Hans Bergström, Chandelier, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1950s
By Hans Bergström, ASEA
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and white opaline glass chandelier designed by Hans Bergström and produced by Ateljé Lyktan, Sweden, c. 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 11.125” H x 20.5” Diameter
Dime...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Swedish Designer, Floor Lamp, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and floral printed fabric floor lamp designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1960s.
Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 58” H x 12.25” W x 12.25” D
Bulb Specifications: E-26
Number ...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
A chandelier by Carl Axel Acking
Located in Long Island City, NY
Six light chandelier model "981" designed by Carl Axel Acking for Bröderna Malmströms Metallvarufabrik
Sweden, 1950s
(4) perforated brass shades and (2) edition sockets on top. Bras...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
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
$10,780 / set
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
$766 Sale Price
20% Off
Paavo Tynell 9227 Table Lamp
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Portland, OR
Nice example task lamp model 9227 by Paavo Tynell. Lacquered perforated metal shade pivoting on a wonderfully patinated brass stem with lacquered cast iron base. Finland 1950s. Great...
Category
Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass, Cut Steel
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
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
$2,305 Sale Price
30% Off
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
1950s Perforated Metal Diabolo Plug-In Wall Lamp Attributed to Mauri Almari
Located in Glendale, CA
1950s Perforated Metal Diabolo Plug-In Wall Lamp Attributed to Mauri Almari. A rare and elegant design executed in sculptural black painted perforated metal with attractively patinat...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass, Metal
Brass and Wicker Wall Light, Itsu Oy, 1950s
By Itsu
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Wall light, manufactured by Itsu Oy, 1950s. Brass frame with wicker lampshade. Marked. Good vintage condition, minor patina consistent with age and use. Classic Scandinavian Modern s...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
$2,186 Sale Price
50% Off
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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