Danish Design Verona Pendant by Sven Middelboe for Nordisk Solar, 1960s

The “Verona” pendant is easily one of the most recognizable lighting designs of the Scandinavian mid-century. Its layered look is unmistakeable and became synonymous with Svend Midde...

A “Verona” hanging lamp by Svend Middleboe for Nordisk Solar. White lacquered metal shades and new white plastic cord.

The “Auditorie” series contains three lamps differing in size, this pendant is “Auditorie 3”, the largest one with the most shade layers. Known for its long, elegant neck and multilayered shade system, this rare model is among Svend Middelboe’s most coveted designs. This model has several common details with the Verona pendant light; it was designed with functionality in mind, specifically to spread light in the most efficient way. The inner shades diffuse light and there is no glare. The large main shade, dictates the design; the upper umbrella-like shade is connected to the stem that contains the socket. There are three more shades gradually decreasing in size. Like the Verona model, the surface on the outside is brass anodized aluminium, while the inside is lacquered white. From the late 1950s, Nordisk Solar Compagni—or simply “Solar” (as seen in adverts and catalogues from the era)—focused entirely on manufacturing high-quality lighting. They collaborated with the era’s most well-known Danish lighting designers and used their expertise in using plastic for the production of radio sets, to create exceptional lighting fixtures in the late 1950s and 1960s. Svend Middelboe’s pendants were among the best-selling models in the company’s catalogue. Danish lighting manufacturer Nordisk Solar was founded in 1919 by Jacob L. Jørgensen and Herluf Sørensen. Svend MIddelboe joined the company later, and soon became a permanent designer. The company is still well-known today on the vintage markets for its Mid-Century Modern pendants and layered lighting...

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Great looking Svend Middelboe pendant in aluminum. Model Verona, number 42028. This pendant light is produced by Nordisk Solar in Denmark. The lamp is made from aluminum with a white...

Elegant pendant designed by Thue Christensen for Nordisk Solar, Denmark, 1960s. This pendant features brushed and lilac lacquered metal rectangular el...

Wonderful tiered 'Verona' pendant, designed by Sven Middleboe for Nordisk Solar Compagni in Denmark in 1962. This all white, five ringed aluminum pendant is perfect for above a dinin...

Classic P376 Aluminum Pendant Light by Fabricius Kastholm for Nordisk Solar. * Layered aluminum pendant light with purple inner shades * Designer: Preben Fabricius Jørge...

- Good original condition with minor signs of use - Rewired , E26-E27 bulb - US wiring compatible

Simple pendulum from the Danish manufacturer Nordisk Solar. A very reduced design that is based on the shape of the reflectors of classic photo flashes. Hence the name "Flash". This...