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
- 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
Small Lisa Johansson-Papé Wall Lamp Model 54-425 in White
Acrylic, Orno 1960s
Located in Helsinki, FI
A cute bijou wall lamp by Lisa Johansson-Papé for Orno-Stockmann. The lamp features a stunning minimal design of an L-shaped bent acrylic arm in clear colour adding to the lightness ...
Category
1960s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Copper
Paavo Tynell, 1930s Ceiling Light for Taito Oy
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Turku, Varsinais-Suomi
Early Paavo tynell glass pendant for Taito oy, 1930s.
Finnish modernist glass pendant light rarely seen for sale.
Category
Early 20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
$4,686 Sale Price
20% Off
Swedish Designer, Table Lamp, Brass, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass table lamp designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Oxidation present to brass
Overall Dimensions (inches): 14" Height x 6" Diameter
Bulb Specifications: E-26 (Standard)...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Swedish Designer, Wall Light, Brass, Glass, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, glass and off-white fabric wall light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (Inches): 8.375” H x 11” W x 5.75“ D
Back Plate Dimensions (Inches): 3”...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
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 Lighting
Materials
Brass
Midcentury Modern Pair of Table Lamps "Bumling" Ateljé Lyktan, 1960s
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
These1960s table lamps, model Bumling, was designed by Anders Pehrson for Ateljé Lyktan in Åhus, Sweden. These table lamps with its brass features is a nice edition to your writing d...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Pair Of Paavo Tynell "Starry Sky" Ceiling Lamps 9068 In Red,
White Idman 1950s
By Paavo Tynell, Idman Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
A pair of beautiful Paavo Tynell mid size starry sky ceiling lamps in Red and white. Each has a two light source. The lamps are in very good condition and repainted in white and red....
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Adjustable Wicker and Teak Wall Lamp by Kaiser Leuchten
Located in München, DE
Stunning adjustable wall lamp from the 1950s.
Great and exceptionally minimalist design with a fantastically elegant look.
Very nice swivel teak arm.
The lampshade creates a wonderfu...
Category
1950s German Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern wall lamp Bamboo and rattan wickerwork, 1960s Italy
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Mid-Century Modern wall lamp Bamboo and rattan wickerwork, 1960s Italy
The lamp is executed with 1x E27 Edison screw fit bulbs. It is in working condition. It runs both on 110 / 230...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Rattan, Bamboo
Midcentury Modern Brass Floor Lamp by Mauri Almari, Idman, Finland, 1950s
By Mauri Almari, Idman
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
Pink Hans-Agne Jakobsson Ceiling Lamp Model T601, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Brass and silk fringes. Produced by Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Markaryd, Sweden, 1960s.
Measures: Diameter 28 cm, height is adjustable.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Pair of Rare Wall Lights, Valinte Oy, 1950s
By Valinte Oy
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Pair of rare wall lights, manufactured by Valinte Oy, 1950s. Wooden slat shades. Good vintage condition, minor patina consistent with age and use. The wall lights are sold together a...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Wood
$8,846 / set
Swedish Designer, Wall Light, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and white fabric wall light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (Inches): 10.25” H x 12” W x 6.25“ D
Back Plate Dimensions (Inches): 3.6” H x 3.6”...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Swedish Designer, Pendant Light, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and etched glass pendant light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1930s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 20.5"H x 10.0"W x 10.0"D
Stem Length (inches): 5.0"
Dimensions of Ca...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Rare Modernist Table Lamps by Hans Bergström, Ateljé Lyktan, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pair of stunning oversized table lamps by Hans Bergström, made in the late 1930s. Mahogany stems embossed with stripes and decorated with beautiful appliquéd brass...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Sculptural Finnish Pine Wood Wall Lamp, 1970s
Located in Karis, Nyland
A sculptural Finnish wall lamp from the 1970s, expertly hand-carved from solid pine. The organic, flower-like shade features a beautifully scalloped edge and rich natural grain that ...
Category
1970s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Pine
Floor Lamp by Paavo Tynell for Taito
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Long Island City, NY
Floor lamp designed by Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy, Finland circa 1950th.
Perforated brass shade with rattan wrapped brass stem. Stamped Taito.
Height 58". Brass shade dimensions: L 10...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Danish Modern PH-Hat Pair Sconces by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen, 1960s
Located in Miami, FL
The PH-Hat sconce by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen, Denmark in 12 inches diameter size. An articulated shaded wall light, modern and fun for added or accent lighting. Also great for bedside lighting. Pale pink inside and white outside. Rewired with UL cord and plug for US. Price is for the pair.
Larger: 12" diameter x 7" deep - Takes a 75 W max medium base bulb - Pair $1400.
There is one extra single available in size, 12" Single - must email us to make new listing...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
$1,120 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Pair of Brass Suspensions by Hans Agne Jakobsson
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Pair of suspensions designed by Hans Agne Jakobsson made of a brass vertical stem, dome and diffusers.
Hans-Agne Jakobsson (1919-2009)
Born in the island of Gotland, Sweden, Hans-Agn...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
$6,706 / set
Pendant Lamp Designed by Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Sweden 1960s
Located in Athens, Attiki
1960s beehive pendant lamp by Hans-Agne Jakobsson for Hans-Agne Jakobsson AB in Markeryd, Sweden (325/400 edition).
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Aluminum
ASEA, Pendant Light, Metal, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
By ASEA
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable brass, white-lacquered metal and white fabric pendant light designed and produced by ASEA, Sweden, c. 1940s.
Minor loss of paint and light scratching to metal. Wear pr...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
Houseof Brass Bar Opal Ball Wall Light
By houseof
Located in Bradford on Avon, GB
A perfect space saving light our bold polished brass bar opal ball wall light. With the power of a floor lamp but without the footprint, the metal bar holds ...
Category
2010s Chinese Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
$273 / item
Extra Large Lighting by Paavo Tynell for Idman Oy / 3 available
By Idman Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Long Island City, NY
Extra large lighting pendant designed by Paavo Tynell for Idman Oy, Finland , Circa 1950th. Opaline glass ball shaped shades on polished brass hardware.
Stamped "Idman". Existing wir...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Blown Glass
Scandinavian Mid-Century Brass and Leather Floor Lamp, 1950s
By Josef Frank
Located in Karis, Nyland
Elegant Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern floor lamp crafted from brass with refined proportions and timeless simplicity. The sleek brass stem is accented by a hand-wrapped leather det...
Category
1950s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Hand Crafted Sonne Pendant, Ø32cm/12.6in
By Naomi Paul
Located in London, London
OMI collection are statement pendants, GLÜCK, SONNE and MONIKA. This is the original Naomi Paul lighting collection, launched in 2011.
A diffused atmospheric light. A statement penda...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
$4,340 / item
Poul Henningsen
PH 4½-4
Glass Pendant for Louis Poulsen
Located in Tilburg, NL
Poul Henningsen 'PH 4½-4' glass pendant for Louis Poulsen.
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. This partnership continued up until his death in 1967. Throughout his life, 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.
The PH 4½-4 Glass Pendant is a member of the three-shade family which numbers 30 lights today, including three for outdoor use. Thus PH did not just design a light, but an entire system – around a thousand different models have been produced over the years. This wide selection consisted of table, floor and wall lamps, as well as a number of different chandeliers...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Chrome
Swedish Designer, Pendant Light, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable brass and orange fabric pendant light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 30.5” H x 18” Diameter
Dimensions of Canopy: 2” H x 3.7...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Paavo Tynell, Ceiling Lamp Model 1355 Made by Taito in the 40s
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Hägersten-Liljeholmen, Stockholms län
Paavo Tynell ceiling lamp made by Taito in the 40's. The lamp is made in Nikel plated brass with a wood strip shade which has been replace from the original shade. This model is one ...
Category
1940s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Midcentury Floor Lamp Teak and Brass Falkenbergs Belysning Sweden, 1960s
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
This lamp was made in Sweden at Falkenbergs Belysning. The combining of brass and teak makes this lamp a nice edition to any room.
Good working condition. The shade in velvet is n...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Set of 7 Swedish Ceiling Lights, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Swedish ceiling lights with red lacquered metal shade and glass.
Diameter: 37 cm
Please note: listed price is for a single pendant
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Rare Purple Glass Hans-Agne Jakobsson Three Arm Wall Light, 1960s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Scandinavian Modern Hans-Agne Jakobsson wall sconce with rare purple shades on warm white lacquered curved metal mount. Three arms holding each E14 light bulb covered by delicate sof...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
1960s Hans-Agne Jakobsson Tripod Wood Table Lamp for AB Ellysett
Located in Glendale, CA
1960s Hans-Agne Jakobsson tripod wood table lamp for AB Ellysett.
Designed and produced by Jakobsson in Markaryd, Sweden and executed in thin bentw...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Wood, Bentwood
Brown, Grey Simplistic Decor Stoneware Pendant, 1970s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Danish organic modern ceramic pendant with warm brown terracotta glaze and incised leaf-like lined decorations over the beige grey clay with clear glaze. Man...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware, Pottery
Swedish Designer, Wall Lights, Fabric, Sweden, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of beige embroidery fabric and metal wall lights designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1960s.
Overall Dimensions (Inches): 9.75” H x 6.75” W x 2.65“ D
Back Plate Dimensions (I...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Pair B-44 Table Lamps by Hans-Agne Jakobsson for AB Markaryd, Sweden, 1960s
Located in Brussels, Brussels
Table lamps designed in the 1960s by Hans-Agne Jakobsson.
Solid wooden base painted white (original finish) with brass accent. New lampshades (diameter 7.87" / 20cm, height 7" / 18c...
Category
Late 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Poul Henningsen
PH 3/2
Opaline Glass Table Lamp for Louis Poulsen in Chrome
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen 'PH 3/2' Opaline Glass Table Lamp for Louis Poulsen in Chrome
Poul Henningsen’s legendary design stems from his own, brilliant three-shade system from late 1920s. He...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Chrome, Metal
Scandinavian Modern LYFA Table Lamp Patinated Brass Opal Glass 1940s
By Bent Karlby, Lyfa
Located in Odense, DK
Wonderful table lamp in patinated brass and hand blown opal glass manufactured in the 1940s by Danish company LYFA. In the style of Bent Karlby.
LYFA has since the 1930s won multipl...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Danish Adjustable Teak and Raffia Bast Wall Lamp
Located in München, DE
Wonderful Danish teak wall lamp from the 1960s.
Great and unusual design with a fantastically elegant look.
Very beautiful teak arm adjustable in three stages.
The lampshade creates ...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Teak, Raffia
Scandinavian Modern Ceramic and Brass Wall Sconce, 1960s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Oblong wall sconce featuring a burgundy red glaze ceramic backplate and details in patinated brass. Designed and manufactured in Scandinavian, probably Sweden, during the 1960s. The ...
Category
1960s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Swedish Designer, Pendant Light, Iron, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A beige-lacquered iron and beige fabric pendant light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Loss of lacquer present to metal
Wear consistent with age and use
Overall Dimensio...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Iron
Danish Vilhelm Wohlert Origon Pine Adjustable Floor Lamp 325 Le Klint Shade 70s
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Danish Vilhelm Wohlert vintage floor lamp with adjustable arm model no. 325 made for Le Klint in the 1970s.
The frame is made of origon pine with great patina and the lamp foot of m...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Harald Notini, Wall Light, Brass, Rattan, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and rattan wall light, model 8589, designed by Harald Notini and produced by Arvid Böhlmarks Lampfabrik, Sweden, 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (Inches): 19” H x 15.5” W x 8“ D
...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Scandinavian Modern Glazed Stoneware Table Lamp by Per Engstrom, 1970s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Stoneware table lamp by the Danish ceramist Per Engstrom. It is executed in stoneware glazed in an earthy brown color with lots of play. It features abstract incised and glazed symbo...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Stoneware
Hans-Agne Jakobsson Model T-526 Pendant Light, 1960
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wonderful pendant lamp Model T-526, designed by Hans-Agne Jakobsson for Markaryd, Sweden, 1960, with white enameled wood and metal frame and white glass bulb covers. The overall drop...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Börne Augustsson, Table Lamp, Glass, Brass, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A blown glass table lamp designed by Börne Augustsson and produced by Åseda Glasbruk, Sweden, c. 1940s.
Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 11.7"H x 4.25"W x 4.25"D
Dimensions of Shade (i...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Scandinavian modern table lamp, Bertil Brisborg, Nordiska Kompaniet, 1940s
Located in Forserum, SE
A modernist table lamp designed in the 1940s by Bertil Brisborg for the renowned Swedish department store Nordiska Kompaniet (NK). Crafted from brass, steel, and elm, it features a b...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass, Steel
Danish Modern Copper Fog and Morup Pendant Lamp, 1960
s
By Fog
Mørup
Located in Uccle, BE
A unique large copper pendant lamp by Fog and Mørup with 3 lights.
Fog & Mørup was a legendary Danish lighting manufacturer best known to collectors for the sleek and sculptural ceiling lights, wall lights and floor lamps that the company produced in the postwar years. Its vintage fixtures are ideal for design enthusiasts looking to introduce a splash of Scandinavian modernist ingenuity into a space.
Founders Ansgar Fog and Erik Mørup reportedly met in Aarhus, Denmark, in 1902. They became fast friends and discussed going into business together. An opportunity materialized a couple of years later when they discovered a newspaper advertisement — an Aarhus consignment warehouse had been vacated and its landowner was looking for a business to sign a new lease. The friends took a chance and established a wholesale metalwork business.
In 1906, Fog and Mørup moved the business to Copenhagen and focused on lighting. They purchased an electrical company in 1913 and opened a lighting factory shortly thereafter. The following two decades saw rapid expansion. One of the most notable Fog & Mørup designs from the interwar period was the brass Kongelys table lamp, created by Niels Rasmussen Thykier.
Johannes (Jo) Hammerborg, an alum of leading Danish silverware brand Georg Jensen, joined Fog & Mørup as head of design in the late 1950s, ushering in a period of commercial success and international prominence.
Hammerborg was an innovative designer whose sleek and streamlined aesthetic came to define the company. During his time with Fog & Mørup, Hammerborg designed over 60 lighting fixtures and collaborated with other designers such as Erik Balslev, Sophus Frandsen and more. Fog & Mørup also worked with designers Torsten Thorup and Claus Bonderup, who created the iconic trumpet-shaped Semi pendant light...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Copper
Motala lervarufabrik, Table Lamp, Ceramic, Brass, Fabric Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A blue-glazed ceramic, brass and white fabric table lamp produced by Motala lervarufabrik, Sweden, c. 1930s.
Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 13.5"H x 7.0"W x 6.5"D
Dimensio...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Swedish Modern Table Lamp in Brass and Glass
Located in Karlstad, SE
Elegant Scandinavian table lamp by Elektro-Metall Malmö, Sweden, 1940s.
This lamp is made of brass with a teak rod and an opaline glass shade. The large brass shade is resting on the...
Category
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Sculptural Table Lamp in Teak Wood and Ivory Drum Shade, Denmark, 1960s
Located in The Hague, NL
This striking table lamp was produced in Denmark in the 1960s. Sculptural organic lamp body in solid teak wood. The new tapered drum shade was ...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Teak
Rare Chandelier, Lisa Johansson-Pape, 1940s
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Rare chandelier, design Lisa Johansson-Pape, 1940s. Gorgeous floral glass details, brass frame and fabric shades. Good vintage condition, minor patina consistent with age and use. A ...
Category
1940s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Swedish Designer, Floor Lamp, Wood, Veneer, Brass, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A wood, veneer and brass floor lamp designed and produced in Sweden, 1930s.
Sold with Lampshades.
Dimensions stated are of Floor Lamp with Lampshades.
Sockets take standard ...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Swedish Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and etched glass chandelier designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 22” H x 21” Diameter
Dimensions of Canopy: 2.5” H x 3.75” D
Stem leng...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Large Danish Modern Perforated Light Grey Ceramic Pendant, 1970s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Large, stunning, open base, handmade ceramic pendant. Rustic perforations showcasing the ceramic material and letting the light out around the base. Circle perforations around and on...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery, Stoneware
Swedish Modern Patinated Bronze Table Lamp by GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget, 1930s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Stunning massive bronze table-lamp with beautiful patina made by-
GAB (Guldsmedsaktiebolaget) made in the 1920/30's.
Designer: Jacob Ängman. Great condition with perfectly working e...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Bronze
Scandinavian Ceiling Lamp Made in Teak, Crystal Glass and Brass, 1960s, 1960s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
The pendant lamp comes with 3 x E27 / E26 Edison screw fit bulb holder, is wired and in working condition. It runs both on 110/230 Volt. Delivery without bulbs.
Our lamps are checke...
Category
1960s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal
Hans-Agne Jakobsson Brass Chandelier Model 348/15, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Designed by Hans-Agne Jakobsson. Produced by Hans-Agne Jakobsson AB in Markaryd, Sweden, 1960s. New wiring.
Measures: Height 165 cm (adjustable)
Diameter: 100 cm.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Brass
Large Vilhelm Lauritzen VL45
Radiohus
Pendant in Pale Rose for Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Large Vilhelm Lauritzen VL45 'Radiohus' pendant in pale rose for Louis Poulsen.
Originally designed in the 1930s by Vilhelm Lauritzen in partnership with Louis Poulsen for the const...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
Pair of floor lamps, model
2564
by Josef Frank, Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
This elegant pair of floor lamps, model '2564', was designed by Josef Frank for Svenskt Tenn in the 1950s. The lamps combine a brass structure with deep green lacquered metal shades,...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
Swedish Designer, Floor Lamp, Wood, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable wood, brass and yellow floral-printed fabric floor lamp designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1930s.
Wear to wood consistent with age and use
Oxidation present to brass...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage 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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