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
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
$2,273 Sale Price
30% Off
Large Sculptural Tripod "Bridge" Floor Lamp Severin Hansen, Denmark, 1950's
Located in Odense, DK
Beautiful floor lamp model "Bridge" by Danish designer Severin Hansen made at Haslev Furniture in the 1950s. The lamp base and stem is made of stained beech with brass details. The s...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Beech
Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Wall Light, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and white opaline glass wall light designed and produced by Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Sweden, c. 1960s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 8.5” H x 5.25” W x 6.25“D
Back Plate Dime...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Pair of 1960s Finnish wall lamps in opaline glass attributed to Paavo Tynell.
By Paavo Tynell
Located in København K, 84
This exquisite pair of 1960s Finnish wall lamps, attributed to the renowned designer Paavo Tynell, exemplifies the refined craftsmanship and poetic elegance that define mid-century S...
Category
1960s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Set of Dark Stained Pine Wood Wall Lamps by Aneta, Sweden, 1970s
By Aneta
Located in Værløse, DK
A set Dark Stained Swedish Modern Pine wood Wall lamps made by Aneta in the 1970s. A fine Scandinavian duo.
* A pair (2) of wall lamps in dark stained pine wood with white round gl...
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1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Glass, Wood, Pine
“Kontrast” Pendant Lamp by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Striking “Kontrast” pendant lamp by Poul Henningsen. Lacquered white on the outside and orange red and purplish blue on the inside. Spreads an amazing...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
Swedish Designer, Pendant Light, Glass, Metal, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
An etched glass and metal pendant light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Light discoloration present to white lacquer on metal canopy
Wear consistent with age and use
Ov...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Modernist wall or ceiling lamp model "Triplex" by Johan Petter Johansson, 1930s
Located in Hägersten, SE
Industrial modernist wall or ceiling lamp model "Triplex" designed by Swedish engineer Johan Petter Johansson. This example made by Christian Bergh & Co ca 1930-40s. The design was c...
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1910s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Extra Large Poul Henningsen 'PH Artichoke' Glass Chandelier for Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Extra Large Poul Henningsen 'PH Artichoke' Glass Chandelier for Louis Poulsen
The 'PH Artichoke' Glass Pendant Light was launched in 2008, using handmade sandblasted glass in place ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Aluminum, Chrome
'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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Hans Agne Jakobsson Pine suspension Sweden 1950's Big model
Located in Forest, BE
Big model pine suspension from the 1950's by Swedish master of lighting Hans Agne Jakobsson. The lamp provide a warm atmosphere and even better when lighted. Made of thin stripes of ...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Pine
$3,307 Sale Price
20% Off
Swedish Designer, Wall Lights, Fabric, Wood, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of gold-painted wood and beige fabric wall lights likely designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1930s.
Overall Dimensions (Inches): 10.25"H x 5.75"W x 3.25"D
Back Plate Dimensi...
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1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Fabric, Wood
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
$8,858 / item
T.H. Valentiner, Wall Lights, Brass, Fabric, Denmark, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass and white fabric wall lights designed and produced by T.H. Valentiner, Denmark, c. 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 10.75” H x 9.625” W x 4.625“D
Back Plate Di...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Pair of Large Hans-Agne Jakobsson C627 'Rulle' Verdigris Outdoor Sconces
Located in Glendale, CA
Pair of large Hans-Agne Jakobsson C 627 'Rulle' verdigris outdoor sconces. An exclusive made for U.S. and UL listed authorized re-edition of t...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Scandinavian Ceiling Lamp made of Pinewood, Sweden 1960s
Located in Hannover, DE
Beautiful Scandinavian ceiling light, the naturally aged pinewood radiates a cozy atmosphere, the carefully crafted grid made of the same wood completes this lamp. The lamp is operat...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
$557 Sale Price
20% Off
Scandinavian mid century wall lamp with star constellations, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Forserum, SE
A Swedish mid-century wall lamp featuring a solid teak and oak arm supporting a cone-shaped metal shade. The shade is decorated with intricate perforations depicting star constellati...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Steel
ASEA, Wall Light, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1940s
By ASEA
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and frosted glass wall light produced by ASEA, Sweden, c. 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 5.75” H x 24.875” W x 7“ D
Back Plate Dimensions (Inches): 3.375” H x 1.125” W...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Vintage Midcentury Floor Lamp by Josef Frank, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Beautiful floor lamp by Josef Frank, made from brass with a white lacquered stem. Three lights with pleated shades, weighty brass base.
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Rare Brass Pendant by Böhlmarks, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Very rare model, solid perforated brass. Attributed to Harald Notini. Produced by Böhlmarks, Sweden, 1940s.
Width: 135 cm. Height is adjustable after your wishes.
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
1950s Hans Bergström Model E1271 Perforated Metal & Brass Table Lamp for ASEA
By ASEA, Hans Bergström
Located in Glendale, CA
1950s Hans Bergström Model E1271 Perforated Metal & Brass Table Lamp for ASEA.
Executed in painted perforated metal shade with attractively patinated brass legs. A lyrical and elega...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
Erik Tidstrand, Pendant Light, Nickel, Metal, Glass, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A red-lacquered and nickeled metal and beige opaline glass pendant light designed by Erik Tidstrand and produced by Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden, c. 1930s.
Overall Dimensions (inches)...
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1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Nickel
Ornö, Chandelier, Brass, Birch, Reed, Finland, 1930s
By Orno Oy
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, stained birch and woven reed chandelier designed and produced by Ornö, Finland, 1930s.
Dimensions of canopy (inches): 2” H x 3.5” Diameter
Socket takes standard E-26 bulbs....
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1930s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Large Danish Modern Table Lamps in Brass by Svend Aage Holm-Sørensen, 1960s
Located in Odense, DK
An amazing set of large table lamps model "4180" by Svend Aage Holm-Sørensen, Denmark. These lamps were handmade in Holm-Sørensens own studio in the 1960s in very low numbers. The lamp bases are constructed from polished brass rods that are intertwined and attached to a square base. They have been equipped with new shades in flax linen.
Dane Svend Aage Holm-Sørensen (1913-2004) had a creative streak beyond the ordinary. He is known among vintage collectors, not least internationally, where the original lamps fetch high hammer blows at auctions. Svend Aage Holm-Sørensen drew sketches of everything. Envelopes, theater programs...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Valinte, Chandelier, Brass, Glass, Finland, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and off-white opaline glass chandelier produced by Valinte OY, Finland, c. 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 21.625” H x 16” Diameter
Dimensions of Canopy: 2.25” H x 3....
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1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Blue Mid-Century Ceramic Table Lamp by Rolf Palm, Sweden, 1960s.
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful mid-century stoneware table lamp with amazing glaze.
Made by Rolf Palm, in the artist's studio, Mölle, Sweden, 1960s.
Great original condition.
Signed 'Palm'.
Sold wit...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Swedish Designer, Wall Light, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable brass, brass-colored metal and white fabric wall light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (Inches): 12.0"H x 10.0"W x 23.75"D
Back Plate Di...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Greta Magnusson Grossman 'Grasshopper' Floor Lamp in Dusty Blue for GUBI
Located in Glendale, CA
Greta Magnusson Grossman 'Grasshopper' Floor Lamp in Dusty Blue for GUBI
Designed in 1947 by Grossman, this is an authorized re-edition by GUBI of Denmark-- a meticulous reproductio...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass, Aluminum, Steel
Verner Panton 'Panthella 250' Table Lamp for Louis Poulsen in Opal Pale Blue
Located in Glendale, CA
Verner Panton 'Panthella 250' Table Lamp for Louis Poulsen in Opal Pale Blue.
The 'Panthella 250' LED table lamp uses Verner Panton's original drawings to produce an organically sha...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Aluminum
Finnish Pine Wood Scissor Wall Lamp, 1960s
Located in Karis, Nyland
A charming Finnish wall-mounted scissor lamp from the 1960s, crafted from solid pine wood with a warm, natural finish. The extendable accordion-style arm allows the light to be adjus...
Category
1960s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Fabric, Pine
Grande Lampe Lido Mushroom par Peill & Putzler, Allemagne 1970 Vintage Space Age
Located in London, England
La grande lampe Lido Mushroom, conçue par Peill & Putzler en Allemagne dans les années 1970, incarne à la perfection le style Space Age de cette époque fascinante. Telle une œuvre d'...
Category
1970s German Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Blown Glass
Lisa Johansson-Pape 'Senator' Floor Lamp in Black for Innolux Oy
Located in Glendale, CA
Lisa Johansson-Pape 'Senator' floor lamp in black for Innolux Oy. An iconic lamp design by the Finnish master executed in brass, painted aluminum shade, acrylic diffuser and hand-wra...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
Scandinavian Modern Table Lamp, Olof Larsson, Laholm 1950's
By Laholm
Located in Örebro, SE
Beautiful Scandinavian Modern table lamp, Olof Larsson, Laholm ca 1950's.
Marked with makers mark.
Good vintage condition, wear and patina consistent with age and use.
Brass patina....
Category
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Ceramic
Poul Henningsen 'PH 3/2' Opaline Glass Table Lamp for Louis Poulsen in Brass
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen 'PH 3/2' Opaline Glass Table Lamp for Louis Poulsen in Brass
Poul Henningsen’s legendary design stems from his own, brilliant three-shade system from late 1920s. Hen...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
Swedish Designer, Pendant Light, Brass, Nickel, Glass, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, nickel and etched glass pendant light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1930s.
Dimensions of canopy (inches): 3.44” H x 1.94” Diameter
Socket takes standard E-26 bulbs. 2...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass, Nickel
Paavo Tynell, for Idman model 51096, iron, brass and wooden shade. circa 1940
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Hägersten-Liljeholmen, Stockholms län
Rare pair of Paavo Tynell model 51096 for Idman made in laquered iron and brass with a wooden shade. The lamp is availbable either as a pair or by piece. Price per piece. The lamp is...
Category
1940s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass, Iron
Brass and Light Beige Lampshade Three-Light Adjustable Height Pendant Light
Located in Barntrup, DE
Beautiful adjustable height three-light brass pendant lamp with fabric lampshade, Germany, circa 1980.
Made in the Scandinavian Modern style, this impressive pendant light features a...
Category
Late 20th Century German Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
Swedish Designer, Table Lamp, Wood, Sweden, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A wood table lamp designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1970s.
Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 10.85” H x 4.25“ Diameter
Dimensions of Shade (inches): 3.5“ Top Diameter x 8“ Bottom Diam...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Wood
MCM Arched Teak Multi-Directional Wall Lamp / Sconce
Located in San Diego, CA
A very cool and rare MCM arched teak multi-Directional wall lamp or sconce, circa 1960s. The arched lamp can rotate 180 degrees left and right and move up a...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Teak
$760 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Ceiling Lamp Chandelier with Green Grasses by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors
Located in Vienna, AT
Chandelier designed by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors Glassworks. Ceiling lamp with hardwood suspension, six shades of olive green glass and inner glass of clear, double-corrugated glas...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Wooden Pendant Lamp
Located in München, DE
Extraordinarily beautiful wood pendant lamp from the 1960s.
Loving and high -quality workmanship.
The design and the material create a very warm and pleasant light.
Condition:
Very...
Category
1960s German Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Pine
$2,598
Swedish Designer, Pendant Light, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and opaline glass pendant light designed and produced in Sweden, 1940s.
Dimensions of canopy (inches): 2.25” H x 3.5” Diameter
Socket takes standard E-26 bulbs. 1 socket.The...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Pair of Table Lamps Model B-024, Bergboms, Sweden, 1960s
By Bergboms
Located in Stockholm, SE
Table lamps in brass, model B-024 manufactured by Bergboms, Sweden, 1960s.
Designed by Alf Svensson & Yngvar Sandström, produced by Bergbom.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Pendant Model ER 174, Itsu, 1950s
By Itsu
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Pendant Model ER 174, manufactured by Itsu, 1950s. Brass frame with milk glass lampshades. Manufacturer's stamp on the frame. Good vintage condition, patina and wear consistent with ...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Edward Hald, Pendant Light, Nickel, Glass, Sweden, 1930s
By Orrefors, Edward Hald
Located in High Point, NC
A nickel-plated brass, beige opaline and etched glass pendant light designed by Edward Hald and produced by Orrefors, Sweden, c. 1930s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 26” H x 25” Diam...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Nickel
Set of 4 wall lamps by Hans Bergström, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Model 407. Produced by Ateljé Lyktan, Åhus, Sweden.
Designed by Hans Bergström. Brass and opaline glass.
PLEASE NOTE: Listed price is for a single wall light.
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
$4,724 / item
Caprani Light Floor Lamp by Mads Caprani, Denmark, 1970s
Located in Odense, DK
An original Caprani Lights floor lamp designed by Danish architect Mads Caprani in the 1970s. This vintage lamp features a sculptural bent plywood stand with an elegant curve, a cast...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Beech
B.M. Nielsen Experimental Modernist Ceramic Art Table Lamp, 1960s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Spectacular, one-of-a-kind piece of ceramic art. Mid-Century Modern handmade sung glazed voluptuous ceramic art table lamp by Danish experimental artist Bodil Marie Nielsen. A beauti...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery, Stoneware
Midcentury Danish Ceramic Hanging Pendant Light
Located in Oakland, CA
Mid-century Danish ceramic hanging light with original brass chain and canopy.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Ceramic
Scandinavian "Sun" Ceramic Wall Sconce
Located in Oakland, CA
Stunning Danish ceramic wall light by Sejer Keramikfabrik, 1960s, Denmark. The light features a deep orange/red glaze over round discs which ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Ceramic
Gunnel Nyman, Chandelier, Brass, Glass, Finland, 1940s
By Gunnel Nyman, Idman Oy
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and opaline glass chandelier designed by Gunnel Nyman and produced by Idman, Finland, c. 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 27.5” H x 19.75 ” Diameter
Dimensions of Canopy:...
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1940s Italian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Tratten' Polished Copper Outdoor Sconce
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Tratten' polished copper outdoor sconce. An exclusive made for U.S. and UL listed authorized re-edition of the classic Swedi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Copper
Swedish Designer, Pendant Light, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and glass pendant light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 15” H x 29.5” Diameter
Dimensions of Canopy: 3.5“ H x 4.25” Diameter
Stem ...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Swedish Designer, Flush Mount, Glass, Metal, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A metal and etched glass flush mount designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 3.625” H x 8.8” Diameter
Bulb Specifications: E-26
Number of Sockets...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Swedish Modern Alabaster Pendant Ceiling Lamp with Gilded Details, 1940s
Located in Stockholm, SE
An elegant Swedish pendant ceiling lamp crafted from richly veined alabaster, dating to the 1940s. The bowl-shaped alabaster shade glows warmly when lit, highlighting its natural ora...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Alabaster
Uchiwa style Miranda AB floor lamp, Sweden, 1960s
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Very rare floor lamp produced by Miranda AB in Svedala, Sweden. Designer is unknown.
Big sized, brass wrapped in rattan with a bamboo lamp shade.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Finnish Designer, Wall Light, Brass, Glass, Finland, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, glass and opaline glass wall light designed and produced in Finland, c. 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 16” H x 13.25 ” W x 5“D
Back Plate Dimensions (Inches): 4.12...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Hans Bergström, Ateljé Lyktan, modernist chandelier model 115, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Forserum, SE
A beautiful chandelier, model 115, designed by renowned Swedish lighting architect Hans Bergström and produced by Ateljé Lyktan in the 1940s. Crafted from a stained wooden frame supp...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Never Used 1´st. Edition Verner Panton Flowerpot Pendant Light in Original Box
Located in Knebel, DK
Never used 1970´s 1´st. Edition Verner Panton Flowerpot Pendant Light in Original Box designed for Louis Poulsen in 1969.
For more than 40 years this pendant with it´s original elec...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Enamel
Pair of Poul Henningsen Copper Wall Lamps, Louis Poulsen, Amazing Patina
Located in Helsinki, FI
A gorgeous pair of Poul Henningsen PH wall lamps for Louis Poulsen in patinated copper. These beautiful examples came from a swimming hall and have extra ...
Category
1980s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Copper
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.