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
- 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
Hans-Agne Jakobsson Wall Lamps Model V-149 in Brass and Glass
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Wall lamps model V-149/2 designed by Hans-Agne Jakobsson. Produced by Hans-Agne Jakobsson in Markaryd, Sweden.
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Tratten' Wall Light in Patinated Copper
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans-Agne Jakobsson for Hans-Agne Jakobsson AB in Markaryd, wall light ‘Tratten’, copper, Sweden, 1950s
Hans-Agne Jakobsson designed this wall light 'Tratten', which is crafted from...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Copper
Paavo Tynell Ceiling Lamp model no A1998, 1950s
Located in Helsinki, FI
A beautiful adjustable lamp by Paavo Tynell that harmoniously combines many elements such as brass, wooden slats, plastic defuser, painted metal and the wirings.
The lamp has all or...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
Huge Brass Pendant by Preben Fabricius & Jørgen Kastholm P700
Located in Vienna, AT
Aluminium pendant brass-plated comprising for five tiers, fitted with one E27 socket up to 200watts. Designed by Preben Fabricius & Jørgen Kastholm for Nordisk Solar Compagni...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
Swedish Modern, etched glass pendant by Bo Notini for Glössner, Swedn 1940s.
By Bo Notini, Glossner AB
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare masterpiece by Bo Notini (Sweden, 1910-1975) for Glössner Co. Etched glass with decor of flowers, birds and butterflies. Brass base with nice dark patina.
Signed Bo Notini, Glö...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Wooden Pendant Lamp
Located in München, DE
Extraordinarily beautiful wooden pendant lamp from the 1960s.
Loving and high-quality processing.
The design and the material create a very warm and p...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Pine
Danish Konkylie Pendant Lamp by Louis Weisdorf for Lyfa
By Louis Weisdorf, Lyfa
Located in München, DE
Very nice Danish pendant lamp from the 1960s.
The design and the appearance of the lamp is particularly beautiful.
The shape creates a wonderful light.
High-quality workmanship an...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Model 61-347 Pendant, Lisa Johansson-Pape, Orno, 1950s
Located in Helsinki, FI
Model 61-347 Pendant by Lisa Johansson-Pape for Orno Oy from the 1950s. Milk glass, brass and metal. Good vintage condition, minor patina and wear consistent ...
Category
1850s Finnish Antique Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
Swedish Cabinetmaker Flush Mount Ceiling Lamp in Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Praha 2, Hlavní město Praha
Swedish cabinetmaker, flush mount ceiling lamp, fabric, forged iron, Sweden, 1940s.
Large round Swedish Modern flush mount ceiling lamp made by a talented Swedish cabinetmaker in th...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Iron
Vintage Danish Pendant in Teak and Aluminum, 1960s
Located in Asaa, DK
Period typical Danish vintage 1960s hanging lamp in brushed aluminum and teak top. Diffuser for softer and non-blinding light. Vintage condition with small...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Aluminum
Pair of Mid-Century Glass Table Lamps by Stilarmatur Tranås, Sweden, 1970s
Located in Karis, Nyland
Add a touch of vintage charm to your home with this pair of mid-century glass table lamps by Stilarmatur Tranås. The blue pleated lamp shade adds a pop of color and creates a warm, i...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Glass
Set of 2 Alvar Aalto A110 Hand Grenade Pendant Lamps in Black with Brass Detail
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Very nice sleek hanging lamp designed by Alvar Aalto for the building of the Finnish Engineers Association and the council chamber of the town hall of Säynätsalo. The lamp with model...
Category
Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
Glass Pendant pair of aluminium and glass from Scandinavia 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Midcentury pair of glass pendants from the 1960s Scandinavia. The lamps are made of brushed aluminium and pressed relieff glass. The lamps have a aluminium cylinder top and long whit...
Category
1960s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Iron
Paavo Tynell Floor Lamp Model 9631, Taito Oy
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
A very rare, but one of the best and most iconic floor lamps by Paavo Tynell. This model 9631 lamp is in great original condition straight from the 1950s, apart from the wires and sh...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Danish Modern Vertical Sconce Light
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful Danish modern vertical wall-mounted sconce that features three tapering glass shades. Gleaming, carved teak wood frame is in good vintage condition with some age-appropriat...
Category
1960s Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Teak
Paavo Tynell Table Lamp Model 9227 in Red
Located in Helsinki, FI
An exquisite example of a beautiful classic design with features that makes it suitable for a wide range of spaces especially offices, home offices or reading and working tables.
Th...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
Danish Brutalist Palm Leaf Pendant by Svend Aage Holm Sorensen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Danish Brutalist chain-suspended hanging lamp composed of acid-treated and torch-cut brass. This model, 'P6395', was designed by Svend Aage Holm Sorensen in the early 1960s. (Acid tr...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Pair of Model G-075 Floor Lamps, Eje Ahlgren, Bergboms, 1960/1970s
By Bergboms, Eje Ahlgren
Located in Helsinki, FI
Pair of model G-075 floor lamps by Eje Ahlgren for Bergboms from the 1960/1970s. Brass. Good vintage condition, minor patina and wear consistent with age and use. The lamps are sold ...
Category
1860s Finnish Antique Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Colette ATD6, White & Merlot, Table Lamp for &Tradition
By &Tradition
Located in Dubai, AE
Named after the famed and pioneering French author known simply as ‘Colette’, &Tradition’s new table lamp has an avant-garde aesthetic. Showcasing a tactile shade and base fully enca...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
PVC, Fabric, Polyester
Konsthantverk Svep Black Raw Brass Floor Lamp
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Lamp model Svep floor lamp designed by Konsthantverk and manufactured by themselves.
The production of lamps, wall lights and floor lamps are manufactured using craftsman’s techni...
Category
2010s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Tsar Sweden pine & perspex table lamp
Located in Heerhugowaard, NL
Table lamp manufactured by Tsar Sweden, in the 1960s.
This lamp is made from solid pine wood, and has a tapered perspex shade. The cable runs back and forth through the stem and pow...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Plastic, Pine
Verner Panton 'Panthella 160 Portable' Table Lamp in White for Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Verner Panton 'Panthella 160 Portable' table lamp in white for Louis Poulsen.
The Panthella collection was designed by Verner Panton in 1971 and remains one of his most iconic light...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
Flowerpot Vp9 Portable Table Lamp Stone Blue from Verner Panton
Located in Dubai, AE
The Flowerpot table lamp with a rounded pendant that hangs from the semi-domed upper shade, design of Verner Panton 1968.
Slightly smaller in si...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Steel
LU Louis Sconce AS
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Handsome LU Louis sconce AS. An all brass wall sconce in an aged silver finish with patterned perforations by Lumfardo Luminaires. Made contemporary in...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Nickel, Brass
Lisa Johansson-Pape 'Lisa' Floor Lamp for Innolux Oy
Located in Glendale, CA
Lisa Johansson-Pape 'Lisa' floor lamp for Innolux Oy. Originally produced in the 1950s by Orno, this newly authorized re-edition of the iconic lamp is made by Innolux in Finland usin...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Tratten' Outdoor Sconce in Steel
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Tratten' Outdoor Sconce in Steel. An exclusive made for U.S. and UL listed authorized re-edition of the classic Swedish design executed in solid steel. An incred...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Steel
Swedish Designer, Table Lamp, Metal, Glass, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A metal and opaline glass table lamp designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 14” H x 5.25” W x 5.25” D
Stated dimensions include shade.
Bulb Specific...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Paavo Tynell Glass and Paper Pendant, Model K3-44 Idman
By Idman, Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
A beautiful pendant by Paavo Tynell in opaline glass and original hard paper shade. The paper fan-bent shade is absolutely gorgeous and it is in it's rarely seen beautiful original c...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Glass, Paper
SERENE Scandinavian Modern White Wood 32" Chandelier Pendant
Located in Beaverton, OR
The Serene pendant light is a contemporary, Mid-Century Modern light fixture with a Scandinavian design and organic modern composition. This minimalist luxury wood veneer pendant design is the perfect way to add a touch of nature and elegance to your home or office.
The Serene pendant light is made from white eco wood veneer, a premium reconstituted white wood veneer created from natural wood fiber. This is a sustainable material with a varied wood grain and a natural wood look and feel. We enhance the natural beauty of the wood by sanding and oiling the veneer to bring out the warm tones and rich grain. Each Serene pendant light is a unique wood art piece, with its own unique variations in the wood grain.
Inspired by Danish modern design, the Serene pendant light's minimalist silhouette and warm wood tones create a warm and inviting atmosphere. The unique shape of the light is both eye-catching and functional, providing ample illumination while also adding a touch of sophistication to any space.
The Serene pendant light is the perfect choice for any home or office looking for a stylish, sustainable lighting solution. With its minimalist design, warm wood tones, unique shape, and high-quality materials, this pendant light is sure to be a conversation starter for years to come.
Includes:
• 10’ cord and canopy with ceiling mount kit with 4 dimmable LED fixture...
Category
2010s American Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Other
Pair Swedish Midcentury Pine Brass Two-Light Wall Sconces, Pleated Shades, 1940s
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
A pair of lovely pine, brass and fabric two-light wall sconces designed and produced in Sweden in the 1940s. Clean lines and organic design from the Scandinavian Modern period, two-a...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Bergboms, Table Lamp, Metal, Plastic, Fabric, Sweden, 1970s
By Bergboms
Located in High Point, NC
A brown-lacquered metal, plastic and white fabric table lamp produced by Bergboms, Sweden, c. 1970s.
Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 19.5” H x 7.5” Diameter
Dimensions of Shade (inche...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Poul Henningsen PH 5 Pendant for Louis Poulsen in All Black
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen PH 5 pendant for Louis Poulsen in all black. Poul Henningsen introduced his iconic PH 5 pendant light in 1958. Six decades later, the PH 5 remains the bestselling des...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Aluminum
Colombo Sinjet 1970s Stackable Lamps Vintage Mid-Century Pop Art Psychedelic Era
By Joe Colombo, Husqvarna
Located in Hyattsville, MD
"SINJET" stackable space-age desk lamps, each is model number KD27. These were originally designed and produced by Joe Colombo for Kartell in 1967. Then Husqvarna Borstfabrik in Swe...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Plastic
Vilhelm Lauritzen VL-1 Brass and Glass Wall Lamp for Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Vilhelm Lauritzen VL-1 brass and glass wall lamp for Louis Poulsen. Executed in a single hand blown glossy white opal glass and unfinished satin polished brass armature and backplate. The sconce emits light directed primarily downwards. The opal glass provides a comfortable and uniform illumination of the area around the fixture. A highly refined and iconic design by one of the Danish modern giants of the midcentury era. Built in on/off switch. Designed to be mounted and hardwired directly to a standard 4" US junction-box.
Price is per item.
These wall lamps were originally designed in the 1930s by Vilhelm Lauritzen in partnership with Louis Poulsen for the construction of the Radiohuset building on Frederiksberg, Copenhagen, which is now home to the Royal Danish Academy of Music. The original VL Ring Crown...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Vilhelm Lauritzen VL-2 Brass and Glass Wall Lamp for Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Vilhelm Lauritzen VL-2 brass and glass wall lamp for Louis Poulsen. Executed in two hand blown glossy white opal glass shades and unfinished satin polished brass armature and backpla...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Tratten' Darkly Patinated Outdoor Sconce
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Tratten' darkly patinated outdoor sconce. An exclusive made for U.S. and UL listed authorized re-edition of the classic S...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Vintage Table Lamp in brass and leather for Falkenbergs Belysning, Sweden
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Elegant table or desk lamp manufactured by Falkenbergs Belysning, Sweden 1970s. Brass lamp with leather-wrapped stem and flexible and adjustable shade. Good condition with normal tra...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
1940s Scandinavian Glass lamp with brass top and a blue vintage raw silk shade.
Located in København K, 84
The 1940s Scandinavian glass lamp is a distinguished example of mid-20th-century design, reflecting the region's renowned craftsmanship and aesthetic sensibilities. This lamp combine...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass
Pair of Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Mini-Tratten' Verdigris Patinated Outdoor Sconces
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Mini-Tratten' patinated outdoor sconces. An exclusive made for U.S. and UL listed authorized re-edition of the classic Swedish design executed in rich verdigris ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Mini-Tratten' Verdigris Patinated Outdoor Sconce
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Mini-Tratten' verdigris patinated outdoor sconce. An exclusive made for U.S. and UL listed authorized re-edition of the c...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Mini-Tratten' Raw Brass Outdoor Sconce
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Mini-Tratten' raw brass outdoor sconce. An exclusive made for U.S. and UL listed authorized re-edition of the classic Swedish...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Mini-Tratten' Dark Brown Patinated Outdoor Sconce
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Mini-Tratten' dark brown patinated outdoor sconce. An exclusive made for U.S. and UL listed authorized re-edition of the ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Danish Functionalist Swing Arm Wall Lamp in Brass & Glass, 1950s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Fully adjustable wall light composed of a fluted brass swing-arm and a gold-striped shade in hand-blown glass. It was made anonymously during the 1950s or 60s in Denmark. The style i...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
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
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Tratten' Dark Brown Patinated Outdoor Sconce
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Tratten' dark brown patinated outdoor sconce. An exclusive made for U.S. and UL listed authorized re-edition of the class...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Pair of Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Tratten' Verdigris Patinated Outdoor Sconces
Located in Glendale, CA
Pair of Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Tratten' verdigris patinated 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 Modern Brass Swing Arm Lamp with Le Klint Shade, 1960s
By Le Klint
Located in Odense, DK
Scandinavian Modern swing arm brass lamp from the 1950s with a hand folded Le Klint shade. The lamp can be adjusted in different directions and the cord can be height adjusted simply...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Søholm Keramik, Table Lamp, Stoneware, Denmark, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
An incised grey-glazed stoneware table lamp produced by Søholm Keramik, Bornholm, Denmark, c. 1960s.
Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 15.5” H x 6.5” Diameter
Dimensions of Shade (inches...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Stoneware
"Coquille" ASEA Wall Lights, 1950s
By ASEA
Located in Stockholm, SE
Please note: listed price is for one (1) wall lamp. Set of 6 available.
Brass and glass. Produced by ASEA, Sweden, 1950s.
Good condition, with signs of usage. New wiring available o...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Set of 4 Hans Bergström Wall Lamps Model 407, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Designed by Hans Bergström, produced by Ateljé Lyktan, Sweden, 1950s.
very good condition with minor signs of usage and patina.
Please note: Listed price is for one (1) lamp.
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
1970's Adjustable Desk Lamp by Josef Hurka
By Josef Hurka, Napako
Located in Brno, CZ
This lime green adjustable lamp was produced by Napako Lightning company in the 1970’s Czechoslovakia. It’s designer, Josef Hurka is considered by many as the most talented and comme...
Category
1970s Czech Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Steel
Poul Henningsen Brass and Glass PH 3 1/2 -2 1/2 Table Lamp for Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen brass and glass PH 3½-2½ table lamp for Louis Poulsen. Executed in white opal glass and a brass, chrome or black metallized frame...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
Wall Lamp, Swedish Modern, produced by ASEA, 1950s
By ASEA, Gunnar Asplund
Located in Stockholm, SE
Wall lamp, Swedish Modern. Produced by ASEA, 1950s.
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Greta Grossman Cobra Floor Lamp, Black
Located in Berkeley, CA
The distinctive cobra floor lamp designed by Greta M. Grossman in the 1950s is inspired by the shape of a cobra’s neck, which is not surprisingly also...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Aluminum, Chrome
Arne Jacobsen Aj Wall Light for Louis Poulsen in Black
Located in Glendale, CA
Arne Jacobsen AJ Wall Light for Louis Poulsen in black.
The AJ series was part of the lighting Jacobsen designed for the original SAS Royal Hotel. Today...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Steel, Zinc
Large Five Arm Solid Pine Chandelier with Fabric Shades by Luxus Sweden, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Swedish lighting manufacturer, Luxus gave form to some of the now iconic models that define the “Swedish mid-century style”. This solid pine wood, five-light chandelier was created...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Fabric, Plastic, 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
SS01 Wall Arm Short Light, Hand Crocheted in 100% Egyptian Cotton
By Naomi Paul
Located in London, London
A direct light source, pivoting left and right for easy adjustment of light focus. SS01 Wall Arm Short is perfect to create a relaxed atmosphere for bedside lighting...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
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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