Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
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
Number in Set: Set of 7
Arne Jacobsen 'AJ Mini' Table Lamp in White for Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Arne Jacobsen 'AJ Mini' Table Lamp in White for Louis Poulsen.
The AJ series was part of the lighting collection renowned Danish designer Arne Jacobsen created for the original SAS ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Steel, Zinc
Greta Grossman Grasshopper Table Lamp, Andorra Red
Located in Berkeley, CA
Greta M. Grossman designed the iconic Gräshoppa table lamp in 1947 and with its sophisticated yet playful design, it is still as relevant today. The distinctive, elongated conical sh...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass, Aluminum
Large Poul Henningsen PH 4½-3½ Glass Table Lamp for Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen opaline glass PH 4½-3½ table lamp for Louis Poulsen.
Executed in white opal glass and a chrome frame. The industrial look of the chrome surface offers a bold, unders...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Chrome, Steel, Aluminum
Arne Jacobsen AJ Table Lamp in Black for Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Arne Jacobsen AJ Table Lamp in Black for Louis Poulsen.
The AJ series was part of the lighting collection renowned Danish designer Arne Jacobsen created...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Steel, Zinc
Arne Jacobsen AJ Table Lamp in Stainless Steel for Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Arne Jacobsen AJ Table Lamp in Stainless Steel for Louis Poulsen.
The AJ series was part of the lighting collection renowned Danish designer Arne Jacobsen created for the original S...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Stainless Steel, Zinc
Verner Panton 'Panthella 250' LED Table Lamp in Brass for Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Verner Panton 'Panthella 250' LED table lamp in brass for Louis Poulsen.
The 'Panthella 250' LED table lamp uses Verner Panton's original drawings to produce an organically shaped ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum, Steel, Brass
GamFratesi Black Brass and Marble 'Yuh' Table Lamp for Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Gamfratesi black brass and marble 'Yuh' table lamp for Louis Poulsen. Designed by Stine Gam and Enrico Fratesi, the Yuh reflects Louis Poulsen’s philosophy of designing to shape ligh...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Marble, Aluminum, Brass
Arne Jacobsen 'AJ Mini' Table Lamp in Warm Sand for Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Arne Jacobsen 'AJ Mini' table lamp in warm sand for Louis Poulsen.
The AJ series was part of the lighting collection renowned Danish designer Arne Jacobsen created for the origina...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Steel, Zinc
Arne Jacobsen 'Aj Mini' Table Lamp in Warm Grey for Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Arne Jacobsen AJ Mini Table Lamp in Warm Grey for Louis Poulsen.
The AJ series was part of the lighting collection renowned Danish designer Arne Ja...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Steel, Zinc
Gemelli Table Lamp . Minimal Cozy Scandinavian . Light Design ! Sale !
Located in Roma, IT
A minimal design with two rotational domes allowing the direction of the light, for direct or indirect lighting, as the user desires, providing sensations to daily life, home work, relaxing time, reading etc. The dynamic and symmetrical design allows the user to choose the best way to bring comfort and well-being to his home and life. Gemelli table lamp...
Category
2010s Italian Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Greta Grossman Cobra Table Lamp, White
Located in Berkeley, CA
The authentic cobra table lamp is of the most iconic designs by Greta M. Grossman. The table lamp was originally designed in the 1950s and takes its n...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Chrome, Aluminum
Gamfratesi White 'Yuh' Table Lamp for Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
GamFratesi White 'Yuh' table lamp for Louis Poulsen. Designed by Stine Gam and Enrico Fratesi, the Yuh reflects Louis Poulsen’s philosophy of designing to shape light. Inspired by the Classic virtues of Danish Modernism, Poul Henningsen’s philosophy about light and with Arne Jacobsen’s geometric shapes, GamFratesi pays homage to the legends and adds their own characteristic aesthetic playfulness to the new Yuh Lamp...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
Greta Grossman Cobra Table Lamp, Blue Grey
Located in Berkeley, CA
The authentic Cobra table lamp is of the most iconic designs by Greta M. Grossman. The table lamp was originally designed in the 1950s and takes its name from the shape of the oval s...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Chrome, Aluminum
Greta Grossman Grasshopper Table Lamp, Black
Located in Berkeley, CA
Greta M. Grossman designed the iconic Gräshoppa Table Lamp in 1947 and with its sophisticated yet playful design, it is still as relevant today. The distinctive, elongated conical sh...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass, Aluminum
Greta Grossman Grasshopper Table Lamp, Blue Grey
Located in Berkeley, CA
Greta M. Grossman designed the iconic Gräshoppa table lamp in 1947 and with its sophisticated yet playful design, it is still as relevant today. The distinctive, elongated conical sh...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass, Aluminum
Greta Grossman Grasshopper Table Lamp, White
Located in Berkeley, CA
Greta M. Grossman designed the iconic Gräshoppa table lamp in 1947 and with its sophisticated yet playful design, it is still as relevant today. The distinctive, elongated conical sh...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass, Aluminum
Greta Magnusson Grossman 'Grasshopper' Table Lamp in Alabaster White
Located in Glendale, CA
Greta Magnusson Grossman 'Grasshopper' table lamp in alabaster white. Designed in 1947 by Grossman, this is an authorized re-edition by GUBI of Denmark who meticulously reproduces he...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass, Aluminum, Steel
Large 'Gravity' Marble Table Lamp by Space Copenhagen for Gubi in Black
By Space Copenhagen, Gubi
Located in Glendale, CA
Large 'Gravity' marble table lamp by Space Copenhagen for Gubi in black.
Executed in solid marble with a canvas or white textile shade perched atop its stem, the Gravity table lam...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Marble, Metal
Arne Jacobsen AJ Table Lamp in White for Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Arne Jacobsen AJ table lamp in white for Louis Poulsen. TThe AJ series was part of the lighting collection renowned Danish designer Arne Jacobsen created...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Steel, Zinc
Unusual Designer Giltwood Table Lamp, Scandia by Randy Esada
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Unusual designer giltwood table lamp - Scandia by Randy Esada
Item #: 9016 - Scandia lamp (base)
Finish: 23-karat distressed white and yellow golds
Dimensions: 26 H (height to t...
Category
2010s American Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Giltwood
Greta Grossman Cobra Table Lamp, Black
Located in Berkeley, CA
The authentic Cobra table lamp is of the most iconic designs by Greta M. Grossman. The table lamp was originally designed in the 1950s and takes its n...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Chrome, Aluminum
Greta Grossman Grasshopper Table Lamp, Oyster White
Located in Berkeley, CA
Greta M. Grossman designed the iconic Gräshoppa table lamp in 1947 and with its sophisticated yet playful design, it is still as relevant today. The distinctive, elongated conical sh...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass, Aluminum
Arne Jacobsen 'AJ Mini' Table Lamp in Pale Petroleum for Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Arne Jacobsen 'AJ Mini' Table Lamp for Louis Poulsen.
The AJ series was part of the lighting collection renowned Danish designer Arne Jacobsen created for the original SAS Royal Hot...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Steel, Zinc
Arne Jacobsen 'AJ Mini' Table Lamp in Soft Lemon for Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Arne Jacobsen 'AJ Mini' Table Lamp in Soft Lemon for Louis Poulsen
The AJ series was part of the lighting collection renowned Danish designer Arne Jacobsen created for the original ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Steel, Zinc
Greta Grossman Cobra Table Lamp, Anthracite Grey
Located in Berkeley, CA
The authentic cobra table lamp is of the most iconic designs by Greta M. Grossman. The table lamp was originally designed in the 1950s and takes its name from the shape of the oval s...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum, Chrome
Arne Jacobsen AJ Table Lamp in Pale Petroleum for Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Arne Jacobsen AJ Table Lamp in Pale Petroleum for Louis Poulsen.
The AJ series was part of the lighting collection renowned Danish designer Arne Jacobsen created for the original SA...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Steel, Zinc
SS03 Table Light, Hand Crocheted in 100% Egyptian Cotton
By Naomi Paul
Located in London, London
A direct light source, beautiful on a table in a social area, or as a desk lamp.
Our pendants and lighting designs are made using 100% Egyptian mercerised cotton cord. The yarn is f...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Arne Jacobsen AJ Table Lamp in Soft Lemon for Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Arne Jacobsen AJ table lamp in Soft Lemon for Louis Poulsen.
The AJ series was part of the lighting collection renowned Danish designer Arne Jacobsen created for the original SAS R...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Steel, Zinc
Arne Jacobsen 'Aj Mini' Table Lamp in Electric Orange for Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Arne Jacobsen 'AJ Mini' Table Lamp in Electric Orange for Louis Poulsen.
The AJ series was part of the lighting collection renowned Danish designer Arne Jacobsen created for the or...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Steel, Zinc
Greta Magnusson Grossman 'Grasshopper' Table Lamp in Black Semi-Matte
Located in Glendale, CA
Greta Magnusson Grossman 'Grasshopper' table lamp in black.
Designed in 1947 by Grossman, this is an authorized re-edition by GUBI of Denmark who meticulously reproduces her work wit...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass, Aluminum, Steel
Greta Grossman Grasshopper Table Lamp, Anthracite Grey
Located in Berkeley, CA
Greta M. Grossman designed the iconic Gräshoppa table lamp in 1947 and with its sophisticated yet playful design, it is still as relevant today. The distinctive, elongated conical sh...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass, Aluminum
Gamfratesi White Brass and Marble 'Yuh' Table Lamp for Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Gamfratesi white brass and marble 'Yuh' table lamp for Louis Poulsen. Designed by Stine Gam and Enrico Fratesi, the Yuh reflects Louis Poulsen’s philosophy of designing to shape ligh...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Marble, Brass, Aluminum
Arne Jacobsen AJ Table Lamp in Warm Sand for Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Arne Jacobsen AJ table lamp in Warm Sand for Louis Poulsen.
The AJ series was part of the lighting collection renowned Danish designer Arne Jacobsen cr...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Steel, Zinc
Large 'Gravity' Blackened Steel Table Lamp by Space Copenhagen for Gubi
By Space Copenhagen, Gubi
Located in Glendale, CA
Large 'Gravity' Blackened Steel Table Lamp by Space Copenhagen for Gubi.
Executed in blackened steel with a canvas or white textile shade p...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Steel, Metal
Arne Jacobsen AJ Table Lamp in Dusty Blue for Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Arne Jacobsen AJ table lamp in Dusty Blue for Louis Poulsen.
The AJ series was part of the lighting collection renowned Danish designer Arne Jacobsen created for the original SAS R...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Steel, Zinc
Sabina Grubbeson December Raw Iron Table Lamp by Konsthantverk
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Table lamp model December Raw Iron with four arms designed by Sabina Grubbeson and manufactured by Konsthantverk.
The production of lamps, wall lights and floor lamps are manufactu...
Category
2010s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Iron
GamFratesi Black 'YUH' Table Lamp for Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
GamFratesi black 'YUH' table lamp for Louis Poulsen. Designed by Stine Gam and Enrico Fratesi, the YUH reflects Louis Poulsen’s philosophy of designing to shape light. Inspired by the classic virtues of Danish Modernism, Poul Henningsen’s philosophy about light and with Arne Jacobsen’s geometric shapes, GamFratesi pays homage to the legends and adds their own characteristic aesthetic playfulness to the new Yuh Lamp...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
Arne Jacobsen AJ Table Lamp in Electric Orange for Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Arne Jacobsen AJ table lamp in electric orange for Louis Poulsen.
The AJ series was part of the lighting collection renowned Danish designer Arne Jacobsen created for the original S...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Steel, Zinc
Arne Jacobsen AJ Table Lamp in Warm Grey for Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Arne Jacobsen AJ Table Lamp in Warm Grey for Louis Poulsen.
The AJ series was part of the lighting collection renowned Danish designer Arne Jacobsen created for the original SAS Roy...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Steel, Zinc
Scandinavian Handcrafted White Ceramic Lamp
Located in Bellport, NY
A bulbous form hand-thrown and hand-brushed white ceramic lamp (two available. Chrome cap and rod with a three-way switch, white linen shade, and
glass finial. The lamp measures 18 ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
Gemelli Table Lamp Minimal Scandinavian Light Design
Located in Roma, IT
Two rotational domes allowing the direction of the light, for direct or indirect lighting, as the user desires, providing sensations to daily life, home work, relaxing time, reading etc. The dynamic and symmetrical design allows the user to choose the best way to bring comfort and well-being to his home and life. Gemelli table lamp...
Category
2010s Italian Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Scandinavian Modern table lamps for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Scandinavian Modern table lamps 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 table lamps created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include lighting, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass, decorative objects and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, brass and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Scandinavian Modern table lamps 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 table lamps, popular names associated with this style include Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Orrefors, Palshus, and Bergboms. 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 table lamps differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $160 and tops out at $34,900 while the average work can sell for $2,079.
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