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, Brass Pendant model “T549/6 Carolin", Scandinavian Modern
Located in Stockholm, SE
Large, six-armed Scandinavian Modern pendant lamp, Model “T549/6”, designed by Hans Agne Jakobsson and produced by AB Markaryd in the 1960s. Frame in brass and the shade in the origi...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Organic Sculpted Teak Lamps by Ernst Henriksen
Located in Springfield, OR
Pair of lamps by creative mind of Danish designer Ernst Henriksen. Well known for his bull and puffer fish coaster sets, his lamps are hardly seen as often. The organic and abstract ...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Teak
Just Andersen, table lamp, Denmark 1930s, Scandinavian Modern / Art Deco
Located in Stockholm, SE
Table lamp by the danish master of bronze and inventor of the so called Discometal Just Andersen. This rare model in discometal has beautiful, soft shapes typical of Scandinavian 1930s...
Category
1930s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Table Lamp, Glass and Brass, Mid-Century Modern / Scandinavian, Orno Oy Finland
Located in Stockholm, SE
Table lamp in glass designed by Lisa Johansson-Pape for Orno oy. Glass is handmade/free blown att Iittala, Finland. Model Mademoiselle / Lady / 40-013. In beautiful condition.
Th...
Category
Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
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
Itsu Table Lamp Model. EV41
By Itsu
Located in Helsinki, FI
Itsu was one of the major lighting manufacturers in Finland in the 1940s-1960s. They produced a wide range of household and office lamps in all sizes and shapes.
This lamp is more fo...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Sabina Grubbeson Large December Raw Brass Table Lamp by Konsthantverk
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Table lamp model December raw brass with six arms designed by Sabina Grubbeson and manufactured by Konsthantverk.
The production of lamps, wall lights and floor lamps are manufactur...
Category
2010s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Original Multi-Light Pendant by Louis Weisdorf for Lyfa/ 4 available
Located in Long Island City, NY
Louis Weisdorf, b. 1932. Multi-light pendant, brass. Produced by Lyfa, labeled accordingly. Measures: (40 cm). 16" H approximately (45 cm). 18"
Existing wiring, we do not guaranty fu...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Aluminum
Hans-Agne Jakobsson Brass Ceiling Light, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Produced by Hans-Agne Jakobsson AB in Markaryd, Sweden, 1960s.
Frame in polished brass. Blown original glass.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Pair of Hans-Agne Jakobsson Table Lamps Model B-195, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pair of brass table lamps by Hans-Agne Jakobsson in great original condition.
Produced by Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Markaryd, 1960s. Signed.
Measure: Height 50 cm.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Swedish Modern Floor Lamp in Carved Solid Pine Wood, 1960s
Located in The Hague, NL
This striking tall floor lamp was produced in Sweden in the 1960s.
The Swedish Modern design is characterized by a central stem crafted from solid pine wood, featuring alternating e...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Fabric, Linen, Pine
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
Pair of Stilarmatur Tranås Table Lamps with Josef Frank Shades, Sweden, 1960s
Located in The Hague, NL
This elegant pair of table lamps was produced by AB Stilarmatur Tranås in Sweden in the 1960s. Made of teak wood, the circular bases have an interesting hand carved arched motif thro...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Teak, Linen, Fabric
Pair of Brass and Opaline Glass Table Lamps by Bergboms
By Bergboms
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Pair of tall table lamps made of brass feet and opaline glass bottled shape body. Topped with modern lampshades.
Dimensions with the shades: ø30 H112cm
BERGBOMS
Bergboms is a Swedi...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Scandinavian modern big pendant 'Carolin' by Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Sweden, 1960s
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Large sized pendant 'Carolin" designed by Hans-Agne Jakobsson and produced by Hans-Agne Jakobsson AB, Sweden during the 1960s.
Big shade mounted on a brass pedant with six light sou...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Swedish Designer, Wall Lights, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of adjustable brass and white fabric wall lights designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Configured for plug in with cord feeding from bottom of stem.
Overall Dimensions ...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Amber Glass and Wrought Iron Chandelier Candelabra by Erik Höglund Sweden
By Boda, Erik Höglund
Located in Stockholm, SE
This beautiful amber and clear art glass on wrought iron candelabra chandelier was designed by Erik Höglund for Boda Smide. Erik Höglund (1932–1998) was one of the brightest stars of...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Wrought Iron
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
Model 9633 Floor Lamp, Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy, 1940/1950s
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
Model 9633 floor lamp, designed by Paavo Tynell, manufactured by Taito Oy, 1940/1950s. Brass frame with handmade wooden slat shade. Good vintage condition, minor patina consistent wi...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Vintage Swedish Art Deco Style Wooden Markslöjd Floor Lamp, 1960s
By Markslöjd, Josef Frank
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Sculptural organically shaped art deco / art nouveau style floor lamp designed and produced by Swedish Markslöjd in the 1960s. Tiers of light colored clear lacquered solid beech wood...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Two Colored Glass and Metal Pendant, Paavo Tynell, 1930/1940s
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
Two colored glass and chromed metal pendant, designed by Paavo Tynell, 1930/1940s. Good vintage condition, minor patina consistent with age and use. Beautiful minimalistic Scandinavi...
Category
1940s Finnish Vintage 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
Vintage Midcentury Brass Floor Lamp from Bergboms, Sweden, 1960s
By Bergboms
Located in Stockholm, SE
Brass floor lamp from Bergboms, with a sleek, rounded design topped off with a little tip at the top of the lampshade.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Fog & Mørup, Chandelier, Brass, Fabric, Wood, Denmark, 1940s
By Fog & Mørup
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, fabric and wood chandelier produced by Fog & Mørup, Denmark, 1940s.
Dimensions of canopy (inches): 3.52” H x 2.60” Diameter
Socket takes standard E-14 bulbs. 5 socket.There...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Model 2063 Floor Lamp, Lisa Johansson-Pape, Orno Oy, 1940/1950s
Located in Helsinki, FI
Model 2063 floor lamp, designed by Lisa Johansson-Pape, manufactured by Orno Oy, 1940/1950s. Brass with original lampshade and faux leather wrapping. Good vintage condition, minor pa...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Model 9201 Table Lamp, Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy, 1940/1950s
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
Model 9201 table lamp, designed by Paavo Tynell, manufactured by Taito Oy, 1940/1950s. Brass frame with original fabric lampshade and wood detail. Good vintage condition, minor patin...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Tapio Wirkkala Table Lamp Model K11-81, Idman
By Tapio Wirkkala, Idman
Located in Helsinki, FI
This bijou and elegant table lamp model K11-81 designed by Tapio Wirkkala, is hard to come by, which makes this piece a great addition to any collection. It objectifies Wirkkala's s...
Category
1960s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Tratten' Wall Lights in Patinated Copper
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans-Agne Jakobsson for Hans-Agne Jakobsson AB in Markaryd, wall lights ‘Tratten’, copper, Sweden, 1950s
Hans-Agne Jakobsson designed this wall light 'Tratten', which is crafted fro...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Copper
Glass Table Lamp, Gunnel Nyman, Idman Oy, 1940/1950s
By Gunnel Nyman, Idman Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
Glass table lamp, designed by Gunnel Nyman, manufactured by Idman Oy, 1940/1950s. Original silk shade and brass details. Turquoise green glass frame. Good vintage condition, minor pa...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Danish modern floor lamp in patinated hand carved oak and brass, Denmark 1960s
Located in København K, 84
This rare Danish midcentury floor lamp from the 1960s stands as a testament to the exquisite craftsmanship and timeless elegance of Scandinavian design during that era. Crafted metic...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Lyfa 'Drabant' Wall Lights in White Opaque Glass and Copper
By Lyfa
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Lyfa, 'Drabant' wall lights, glass, copper, coated steel, Denmark, 1950s/60s
This elegant set of wall lights, made by the Danish lighting company Lyfa, likely dates back to the mid-...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Copper, Steel
Midcentury Modern Chandelier by Hans-Agne Jakobson, Sweden, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Amazing, oversized chandelier by Hans-Agne Jakobsson, made from brass with twelve smoke colored spherical glass shades. Clean design, suspending pole length can be customized.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Midcentury Modern Brass Floor Lamp by Mauri Almari, Idman, Finland, 1950s
By Idman, Mauri Almari
Located in Stockholm, SE
Beautiful floor lamp by Mauri Almari, in a sleek design with a brass stem topped with three billowing arms holding yellow glass shades. Organic expression, the shades cast a warm sheen.
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Pair of Modernist floor lamps by Svend Aage Holm Sørensen, Denmark, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pair of striking floor lamps by Svend Aage Holm Sørensen, made from black lacquered metal with sculpted v-shaped bases. Rattan details on the stems, globe formed pleated paper shades.
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Large Hans-Agne Jakobsson Carolin Ceiling Pendant
Located in Vienna, AT
Rare large ceiling pendant with new shade in cream/white fabric on white lacquered metal mount.
Model Carolin T549/6 in brass designed 1963 by Hans-Agne Jakobsson. Lamp itself and t...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Pair of Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps by Einar Bäckström, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pair of very cool floor lamps by Einar Bäckström, made from lacquered metal and brass. Chunky, oval bases lacquered light grey. Adjustable height and angle of the shades, cute ball s...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass, Metal
Erik Tidstrand for Nordiska Kompaniet, chandelier pendant lamp, Sweden, 1930s
Located in Forserum, SE
A beautiful Swedish modernist chandelier attributed to Erik Tidstrand for the renowned Swedish department store Nordiska Kompaniet. Produced in the 1930s, during a time when function...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass, Chrome, Steel
Ilmari Tapiovaara, Floor Lamp "Maya the Bee", Hienoteräs for Asko 1950s
Located in Helsinki, FI
A beautiful version of the "Maya the Bee " (Maija Mehiläinen) floor lamp by Ilmari Tapiovaara, one of the leading interior architects and furniture designers in Finland. This series ...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
Set of Three Priest Collar Pendants by Claus Bolby for Cebo Industri, 1960s
Located in Rotterdam, NL
Set of three aluminium and acrylic pendants, nicknamed 'Priest collar', designed by Claus Bolby for Danish lighting manufacturer Cebo in -most probably- the 1960s.
Each pendant cons...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Aluminum
Table lamp Modell E1271 by ASEA, Sweden
By Hans Bergström, ASEA
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Rare Table lamp Modell E1271 by ASEA, Sweden, from around the 1950s. Star shape perforated details on the edge of the lacquered metal shade on a brass lamp arm that finishes in a tri...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
Hans Bergstrom Brass Sconces Opaline Shades, ATELJÉ LYKTAN, SWEDEN
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Scandinavian Modern wall sconces in polished brass designed by Hans Bergström for Ateljé Lyktan, Sweden circa 1950. The backplates are curved bodies with five cutouts with 6 ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Hans Bergstrom "Pegasus Pendant Ateljé Lyktan Ahus, Sweden 1940's.
Located in New York, NY
A Hans Bergstrom white lacquered wire frame pendant light with hand hammered embossed surface decorations. A variety of objects and animals include a bird in flight, a branch with le...
Category
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass, Steel
A pair of Harald Notini designed wall sconces with pieced tubular painted metal
Located in New York, NY
A pair of Harald Notini designed wall sconces with pieced tubular painted metal shades and polished brass frame and backplate. A custom brass element was created to allow easy instal...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
A pair of Harald Notini designed wall sconces with pieced tubular painted metal
Located in New York, NY
A pair of Harald Notini designed wall sconces with pieced tubular painted metal shades and polished brass frame and backplate. A custom brass element was created to allow easy instal...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
Elis Bergh 3-Arm Silver Plated Chandelier for C.G. Hallberg, Sweden
Located in New York, NY
An elegant early Art Deco "Swedish Grace" polished 3-arm silver plated chandelier designed by Elis Bergh for C.G. Hallberg silversmith. Original canopy with Hallberg mark impressed. ...
Category
1920s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Silver Plate, Bronze
Rustic pinewood pendant lamp with brass fittings, Swedish Modern, 1970s
Located in Forserum, SE
Swedish 1970s rustic pendant lamp made from solid pinewood with brass fittings. Thin glass fiber sheets act as reflectors, giving a soft and pleasant light without glare. Complete wi...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Wall Sconces Brass with Blown Glass Shades by Sv. Mejlstrom
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Simple and elegant pair of brass wall mount sconces with blown shades. 4 available either hard wired or plug in. In excellent vintage condition with minimal wear. Glass shades are pe...
Category
1970s Norwegian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Brass Pendant Light T487, Hans-Agne Jakobsson Markaryd, 1960s
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A Mid-Century Modern cylindrical and polished solid brass pendant light with great patina designed by Hans-Agne Jakobsson and manufactured by AB Markaryd circa 1960.
The inside is pa...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage 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
Patinated Brass Pendant Light T487, Hans-Agne Jakobsson AB Markaryd Sweden, 1960
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A Mid-Century Modern cylindrical and polished solid brass pendant light with great patina designed by Hans-Agne Jakobsson and manufactured by AB Markaryd circa 1960.
The inside is pa...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
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
SERENE Scandinavian Modern White Wood 27" 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 des...
Category
2010s American Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Organic Material, Laminate, Wood, Hardwood, Bentwood
Svend Aage Holm Sørensen Sculptural Table Lamp with Iron Frame and Glass
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Svend Aage Holm Sørensen, table lamp, iron, wood and glass, Sweden, 1960s
This table lamp is an excellent example of finding itself at the intersection of art and design. The iron f...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Iron
1950s Bent Karlby Perforated Diabolo Pendant in Copper for Lyfa
By Lyfa, Bent Karlby
Located in Glendale, CA
1950s Bent Karlby Perforated Diabolo Pendant in Copper for Lyfa. Executed in architecturally cut and elegantly shaped copper shades with black painted metal hardware, Denmark, circa 1950s. A quintessentially Danish Modern pendant lamp...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Copper
Pair of Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Mini-Tratten' Dark Brown Patinated Outdoor Sconces
Located in Glendale, CA
Pair of Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Mini-Tratten' dark brown patinated outdoor sconces. An exclusive made for U.S. and UL listed authorized re-edition of the classic Swedish design executed...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish 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
Pendant Model 9030, Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy, 1940s/1950s
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
Pendant model 9030 designed by Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy. From the 1940s/1950s. Brass frame with glass and rattan lampshades. Good vintage condition, minor patina consistent with ag...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Pendant by Mathieu Matégot
Located in Long Island City, NY
A pendant designed my Mathieu Matégot, France, circa 1950s.
Opal glass shade with clear textured glass diffuser and lacquered aluminum.
Original paint. Marked on glass: Made in Fra...
Category
1950s French Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
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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