1950s Swedish Table Lamp – Geometric Ceramic Base for Nordiska Kompaniet

Table lamp model 2466 designed by Josef Frank for Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, 1950s. Brass with fabric shade. Stamped. An understated and tim...

Easy chair designed by Hans Asplund for Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden, 1955. Walnut and leather. This rare easy chair, designed by Hans Asplund for Nordiska Kompaniet in 1955, exemplifies Swedish mid-century modern design. Custom-made for the beauty salon at NK’s flagship department store in Stockholm, only six chairs were made and never offered for retail sale. Asplund’s collaboration with NK often involved site-specific furniture, tailored to complement the interiors of the store or other commissioned spaces. This particular chair highlights Asplund’s focus on functionality and elegance, featuring the walnut frame with elegant, flowing curves that define its sophisticated design paired with cognac leather upholstery. Hans Asplund (1921–1994) was a prominent Swedish architect and designer, belonging to the renowned Asplund family of architects, which included his father, Gunnar Asplund, one of Sweden’s most celebrated architectural figures. Hans Asplund is best known for his contributions to Swedish modernism, blending functionality with elegance in both architecture and furniture design. Provenance Architect Hans Asplund (1921-1994). Thence by descent to his son, diplomat and UN ambassador Bo Asplund (1950-2024). Thence by descent to the present owner. Literature Ingegerd Henschen & Stig Blomberg, "Svenskt Möbellexikon", Förlagshuset Norden AB 1961, p. 162-163. Filippo Alison...

A pair of white ceramic lamps made by Nordiska Kompaniet having black accented top and bottom with ridging along the sides. Started in 18...

This elegant table lamp embodies the refined aesthetics of the Swedish Grace movement, crafted by the esteemed Nordiska Kompaniet during the 1920s. Its sophisticated design features a sleek black lacquered stem, gracefully tapered and complemented by intricate brass detailing at the base. The base is adorned with delicate fluted motifs, adding a touch of classical charm to its modern silhouette. The lamp is crowned with a newly custom-made lampshade, meticulously crafted from vintage chintz fabric...