Scandinavian Modern Furniture
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
Creator: Louis Poulsen
Creator: Fog and Morup
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 Furniture
Materials
Aluminum
Jens Moller-Jensen for Louis Poulsen Orbiter Pendant Lamps, Signed
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These 'Orbiter' pendant lamps were originally designed by Jens Møller-Jensen in 1963 and later manufactured in Denmark by Louis Poulsen during the 1980s. T...
Category
1990s Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal
Set of Patinated Copper Outdoor PH-lamps, Poul Henningesen, Louis Poulsen, 1970s
Located in Odense, DK
A set of two large "PH 4.5" copper wall lamps by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen, Denmark 1970s. This iconic lamp was first designed in 1966 and was meant for outdoor use. This pai...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Copper
Early Poul Henningsen Copper Table Lamp, 1930s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Poul Henningsen & Louis Poulsen, Mid-century Modern design
This is the iconic Poul Henningsen (PH 4/3) table lamp with original copper shades.
Stand, switch and socket house of bro...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Copper
PH-lamp "3½-3" Pendant Glass Shades by Poul Henningsen, Patented, Denmark, 1929
Located in Odense, DK
Early original "PH-lamp" pendant made in 1929 at Louis Poulsen, Copenhagen. This is the rare "3 ½-3" sized pendant with original matte glass shades and patinated bronze bayonet socke...
Category
1920s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Poul Henningsen PH Limited Edition Three-Arm Chandelier
Located in Vienna, AT
Poul Henningsen, 1894-1967. PH stem fitting, browned brass, three branches with 2/1 shade in white hand blow opal glass. Produced by Louis Poulsen for a limited time and is no longer...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Poul Henningson Green PH5 Mini Pendants for Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningson green PH5 mini pendants for Louis Poulsen. Poul Henningsen originally introduced the full-sized PH 5 pendant light in 1958 as a Class...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Aluminum
Poul Henningsen 'PH 80' Floor Lamp in Red and Chrome for Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen 'PH 80' Floor Lamp in Red and Chrome for Louis Poulsen
Poul Henningsen designed the original three-shade system in 1926-27, using a scientific a...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Vintage Chrome Verner Panton Enamel Flowerpot Pendant Lamp by Louis Poulsen
Located in Krefeld, DE
Very nice old chrome flowerpot pendant lamp design Verner Panton in 1968 produced by Louis Poulsen, Made in Denmark. The lamp is in good condition. No parts missing, with new fabric ...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal
Vintage Chrome Verner Panton Flowerpot Pendant Lamp by Louis Poulsen
Located in Krefeld, DE
Very nice set of tree old chrome flowerpot pendant lamp design Verner Panton in 1968 produced by Louis Poulsen, Made in Denmark. The lamp is in good condition. No parts missing, with...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal
White Snowball Pendant Lamp by Poul Henningsen for Poulsen Denmark
Located in Vienna, AT
The PH Snowball Pendant Lamp was designed by Poul Henningsen 1958 and produced by Louis Poulsen Denmark.
It provides a comfortable, glare-free, di...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal
Small Poul Henningsen 'PH Artichoke' Copper Chandelier for Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Small 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 rest...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Copper, Steel
Large Poul Henningsen 'PH Artichoke' Steel Chandelier for Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Large Poul Henningsen 'PH Artichoke' steel chandelier for Louis Poulsen.
The PH Artichoke pendant light was designed in 1958 by Poul Henningsen for the Langelinie Pavillonen resta...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Aluminum, Stainless Steel, Steel
Extra Large Poul Henningsen 'PH Artichoke' Brass Chandelier for Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Extra large Poul Henningsen 'PH Artichoke' brass chandelier for Louis Poulsen.
The PH Artichoke pendant light was designed in 1958 by Poul Henningsen for the Langelinie Pavillonen...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Steel, Brass
White Scandinavian Pendant Lamp PH5 by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen Denmark
Located in Vienna, AT
The PH5 pendant lamp was designed by Poul Henningsen 1958 and produced by Louis Poulsen Denmark.
The iconic fixture provides 100% glare-free light. Poul Henningsen developed the PH 5...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal
Verner Panton 'Panthella 320' Table Lamp for Louis Poulsen in Gray
Located in Glendale, CA
Verner Panton 'Panthella 320' table lamp for Louis Poulsen in gray.
Executed in light gray opal acrylic and chrome, this unique table lamp lights up a...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Chrome
Early Amber Poul Henningsen "PH 2/2" Mid Century Pendant by Louis Poulsen 1930s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Very rare small mid century "PH 2/2" ceiling pendant in patinated brass, bakelite and original yellow amber glass shades by Poul Henningsen produced by Louis Poulsen Denmark, 1930s. ...
Category
1930s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Opal
Small Vilhelm Lauritzen 'VL45 Radiohus' Pendant for Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Small Vilhelm Lauritzen 'VL45 Radiohus' Pendant for Louis Poulsen
Originally designed in the 1930s by Vilhelm Lauritzen in partnership with Louis Poulsen for the construction of the Radiohuset building in Copenhagen, the VL45's layered opal glass shades, offered in three sizes, provide gentle illumination.
The 'VL45' pendants feature the original design, executed in mouth blown triple layer white opal glass, with a brushed brass pendant...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal, Brass
Arne Jacobsen AJ Floor Lamp in Black for Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Arne Jacobsen AJ Floor Lamp in black 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 Furniture
Materials
Zinc, Steel
Table Lamp Model PH 4/3 By Poul Henningsen For Louis Poulsen
Located in Lejre, DK
PH 4/3 table lamp designed by Poul Henningsen and manufactured by Louis Poulsen. The lamp is with white laqcuered metal shades.
This product will be inspected thoroughly at our prof...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal
Pendant in Glass by Vilhelm Lauritzen, 1950s
Located in Lejre, DK
Pendant in opaline glass designed in 1939 by Maa. Vilhelm Lauritzen for the building that housed the Danish national radio. Made by Louis Poulsen in 1939. Great condition.
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Vilhelm Lauritzen Brass and Opaline Glass Chandelier
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass construction 6 arms fitted with original bakelite e27 sockets and opaline glass shades. Designed in the 1950s by Vilhelm Lauritzen for Louis Poulsen.
Fully restored,
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Model 4/3 Table Lamp by Louis Poulsen, Circa 1960s
Located in Gloucester, GB
Model 4/3 table lamp by Louis Poulsen Circa 1960s
- Chromed steel base and stem
- On/Off switch on the base
- Stepped steel shade
- Takes E27 fitting bulbs
- Designed by Poul ...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Steel
Lisa Johansson Pape Finish copper hanging lamp 1950's
Located in Forest, BE
Delicate copper and suspension lamp made in the 1950s. Designed by the finish female designer Lisa Johansson-Pape. The lamp come light copper patina. Easy to fix install. The lamp r...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Copper
Poul Henningsen PH 3½-3 Pendant for Louis Poulsen in White
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen PH 3½-3 Pendant for Louis Poulsen in White
The PH 3½-3 pendants are an addition to the Louis Poulsen PH collection and are based on Poul Henningsen's original drawin...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Aluminum, Copper
Poul Henningsen “PH 3/2 Academy” Three Branched Chandelier with Chromed Metal
Located in London, GB
1920s Poul Henningsen “PH 3/2 Academy” three branched chandelier with chromed metal frame, opal glass shades. Diam. 68 cm. Stamped serial no. 3370. Certificate included. The PH 3/2 A...
Category
1920s European Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Chrome
Scandinavian Modern Monumental Poul Henningsen Ph Louvre Pendant Light
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
This stunning large-scale Poul Henningsen "PH Louvre" pendant lamp for Louis Poulsen pendant is composed of thirteen concentric, stacked white metal louvers over a polished aluminum ...
Category
1980s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Aluminum
Alvar Aalto Pair of "Golden Bell" Brass Pendants for Louis Poulsen, 1950s
Located in Odense, DK
Rare set of original early production "Golden Bell" pendants by Alvar Aalto manufactured by for Louis Poulsen, Denmark in the 1950s. The pendants are made from solid brass and lacque...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Desk Lamp by Vilhelm Lauritzen "DSB Konduktør" Made at Louis Poulsen, 1940s
Located in Odense, DK
Functionalist desk lamp designed by Danish Architect Vilhelm Lauritzen in the late 1940s. Made for "DSB" (The Danish Railway Company) hence the name "Konduktørlampe/Train Conductors lamp". Its was manufactured by Louis Poulsen. This example is from the earliest production with the old bakelite...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal
Arne Jacobsen AJ Wall Light for Louis Poulsen in Soft Lemon
Located in Glendale, CA
Arne Jacobsen AJ Wall Light for Louis Poulsen in Soft Lemon.
The AJ series was part of the lighting Jacobsen designed for the original SAS Royal Hotel. T...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Steel, Zinc
Bjarne Bech Metal Outdoor Wall Lamps for Louis Poulsen, Denmark
By Louis Poulsen, Bjarne Bech
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Outdoor wall lamps made of galvanized steel, designed in the 1930s by Bjarne Bech and produced by Louis Poulsen.
Category
1930s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Steel
Copper Pendant Lamp by Jo Hammerborg for Fog and Morup
Located in München, DE
Very beautiful and impressive pendant lamp from the 1960s.
Contemporary design and a highlight for every room.
A cozy light is created.
Manufacturer: Fog and Morup
Design: Jo Hammer...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal
Extra Large Poul Henningsen 'PH Artichoke' Steel Chandelier for Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Extra Large Poul Henningsen 'PH Artichoke' Steel Chandelier for Louis Poulsen.
The PH Artichoke pendant light was designed in 1958 by Poul Henningsen for the Langelinie Pavillonen...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Stainless Steel, Aluminum, Steel
Scandinavian Modern Table Lamp Lento by Jo Hammerborg for Fog and Morup
Located in Vienna, AT
This iconic scandinavian modern Spot Desk Lamp Model Lento has been designed by Jo Hammerborg and manufactured by Fog and Morup in the early 1960s in Denmark.
It features a grey lacq...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
Danish Mid Century Floor Lamp "AJ Royal" by Arne Jacobsen by Louis Poulsen 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare Danish mid century "AJ Royal" floor lamp in black lacquered metal and original white linen shade by Arne Jacobsen produced by Louis Poulsen Denmark, 1950s. In good original and ...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal
Arne Jacobsen Mid Century "AJ Royal" Floor Lamp Produced by Louis Poulsen, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Very rare mid century floor lamp model "AJ Royal" by Arne Jacobsen designed for the SAS Hotel in Copenhagen produced by Louis Poulsen Denmark, 1950s. In good original condition and w...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Steel
Poul Henningsen Black Metalized and Glass PH 2/1 Table Lamp for Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen 'PH 2/1' Opal Glass Table Lamp for Louis Poulsen
The 'PH 2/1' Opal Glass Table Lamp originates from Henningsen's brilliant three-shade system designed in 1925-6. Usi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal
Rare Vilhelm Lauritzen chandelier, 1946
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Rare Vilhelm Lauritzen brass chandelier with five opaline glass shades, each 19 cm. Designed 1946 and made 1940s-1950's at Louis Poulsen, Denmark.
Fine original condition.
Litera...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Early White Poul Henningsen "PH 2/2" Mid Century Pendant by Louis Poulsen 1930s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Very rare small mid century "PH 2/2" ceiling pendant in patinated brass, bakelite and original white opaline glass shades by Poul Henningsen produced by Louis Poulsen Denmark, 1930s....
Category
1930s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Poul Henningsen 4/3 Table Lamp 1940s
Located in Portland, OR
Lovely patinated brass table lamp by Poul Henningsen with lacquered copper top shade and yellow painted acid-stained glass lower shades. This example dates to the early 1940s. The to...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass, Copper
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 Furniture
Materials
Aluminum, Steel, Brass
Large Poul Henningsen 'PH Wall' Outdoor Sconce for Louis Poulsen in Raw Copper
Located in Glendale, CA
Large Poul Henningsen 'PH Wall' Outdoor Sconce for Louis Poulsen in Raw Copper
The 'PH Wall' is part of the revolutionary three shade system developed by Paul...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Copper
Louis Poulsen, Grey Pendant Lamp 'Klassependel', 1970s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Designed in-house by Louis Poulsen in Denmark in 1967. It is called Class Room Pendant Light (Da: Klassependel) and it composed of a grey lacquered aluminium main shade with an acryl...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
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 Furniture
Materials
Steel, Zinc
Poul Henningsen PH 5 Pendant for Louis Poulsen in Orange
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen PH 5 pendant for Louis Poulsen in orange. 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 Furniture
Materials
Aluminum
Poul Henningsen 'PH Artichoke' Pale Rose Chandelier for Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen 'PH Artichoke' Pale Rose Chandelier for Louis Poulsen
The 'PH Artichoke' pendant light was designed in 1958 by Poul Henningsen for the Langelinie Pavillonen restaura...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Aluminum, Stainless Steel, Steel
Early Patented Table "PH-Lamp" by PH / Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen, 1930s
Located in Odense, DK
Stunning original production PH-table lamp model "3,5/2" by Poul Henningsen manufactured at Louis Poulsen, Copenhagen in the 1930s. The lamp base is made from chromed brass and dark ...
Category
1930s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Glass, Bakelite
Large Arne Jacobsen 'Eklipta' Wall or Ceiling Light for Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Large Arne Jacobsen 'Eklipta' Wall or Ceiling Light for Louis Poulsen
AJ Eklipta was designed by Arne Jacobsen for Louis Poulsen in 1959 for Rødovre Town Hall for indoor and and out...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal
PH Louvre Pendant - Louis Poulsen Design by Poul Henningsen, 1957
Located in Rosendahl, DE
PH Louvre Pendant - Louis Poulsen
Design by Poul Henningsen, 1957
This iconic PH Louvre pendant lamp, designed by Poul Henningsen in 1957 for Louis Poulsen, is a timeless masterpiec...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Aluminum, Chrome
Black & White Nyboderpendel Ceiling Lamp by Svend Aage Petersen & Louis Poulsen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A very rare Louis Poulsen pendant lamp composed of black and white powder coated metal shades. It is called 'Nyboderpendel' and it was desig...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal
Set of 2 Unique Patinated Kastor Sconces by Jo Hammerborg for Fog and Morup
Located in München, DE
Very beautiful and uniquely patinated Kastor wall lamps from the 1960s.
Impressively beautiful and contemporary design.
A spectacular play of light is created.
Manufacturer: Fog and...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal
Verner Panton 'Panthella 250' LED Table Lamp in Black for Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Verner Panton 'Panthella 250' LED table lamp in black 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 Furniture
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
Vilhelm Lauritzen VL45 'Radiohus' Pendant in Pale Yellow Glass for Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Vilhelm Lauritzen VL45 'Radiohus' pendant in pale yellow glass for Louis Poulsen.
Originally designed in the 1930s by Vilhelm Lauritzen for the construction of the Radiohuset buildi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal, Brass
1 of 24 Louis Poulsen Saturn Wall Lamps by Joachim Lepper
Located in Berlin, BE
Louis Poulsen wall light Model Saturn. Design by Joachim Lepper. Bulbs are not included. 2x socket G24d-1 Plug Base. Good condition with only light signs of use. 24 pieces available.
Category
1980s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal
Vintage Table Lamp "PH-Lamp" by PH / Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen, 1930s
Located in Odense, DK
Stunning original production PH-table lamp model "3,5/2" by Poul Henningsen manufactured at Louis Poulsen, Copenhagen in the 1930s. The lamp base is made from patinated brass and brown bakelite parts.. The upper shade is made from yellow lacquered metal with a wonderful patina while the middle and lower are made from two layered opaline glass which gives a wonderful light distribution. A beautiful and rare example of the world famous lamp icon.
Poul Henningsen designed the three-shade system back in 1925-1926. The first lights using the system were designed by PH in cooperation with Louis Poulsen for an exhibition in Paris. PH sought to create glare-free light, direct light where it was most needed, and create soft shadows, using incandescent bulbs as a light source. PH 3/2 Table is a member of the three-shade family. Thus PH did not just design a light, but an entire system – around a thousand different models have been produced over the years. PH was the first person to pursue a scientific approach to light and use the logarithmic spiral as a basis. By using a design based on the logarithmic spiral he achieved even distribution of light over the entire curve of the shade. This even light distribution, together with the diffuse reflection through the glass, made it possible to control glare and shadow. Each shade reduces the amount of light equally, due to their distance from the light source. The PH light model numbers refer to the shade size. Each top shade had a corresponding set of middle and lower shades. In the ‘pure’ models, such as the 2/2, the top shade has a size of about 20 cm, with corresponding lower shades. PH 3/2 Table consists of an app. 30 cm top shade, but uses lower shades from the 2/2 model. These ‘hybrid’ models were introduced due to the desire to hang the pendants at lower heights. The system was also used for wall, table and floor lamps. This specific example has a "3,5" top shade (33,7 cm.) and a "2" middle and lower shade making it a "3,5/2 PH lamp".
Category
1930s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Verner Panton Pair of First Edition Enamel Flowerpot Pendants by Louis Poulsen
Located in Knebel, DK
Verner Panton pair of first edition enamel flowerpot pendants by Louis Poulsen designed for Louis Poulsen in 1969.
This set of two white pendant lights are the early rare enamel ver...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal, Enamel
Pendant Light "Ph Snowball" Designed by Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen, Denmark
Located in Hägersten, SE
Ceiling light model "PH snowball" designed by Poul Henningsen. Designed in 1958 put first put in production from 1983. Produced in Denmark by Louis Poulsen...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
Large Lauritzen VL45 'Radiohus' Pendant in Pale Yellow Glass for Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Large Lauritzen VL45 'Radiohus' Pendant in Pale Yellow Glass for Louis Poulsen
Originally designed in the 1930s by Vilhelm Lauritzen for the construction of the Radiohuset building ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal, Brass
Scandinavian Modern furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Scandinavian Modern furniture 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 furniture created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, lighting, decorative objects and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Scandinavian Modern furniture made in a specific country, there are Europe, Scandinavia, and Denmark pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original furniture, popular names associated with this style include Hans J. Wegner, Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Rörstrand, and Rug & Kilim. 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 furniture differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $12 and tops out at $350,000 while the average work can sell for $2,339.
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