$188Sale Price|44% Off
Scandinavian Bathroom Globe Wall Sconce, 1970s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Up or downlight wall light composed of gold chrome plated acrylic mouns and and optically striped amber glass shade. Anonymous Scandinavian maker circa 1970s. Electrical circuit: E27...
Glass, Acrylic
Scandinavian Space Age Bathroom Wall Sconce, 1970s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Chromed steel wall light featuring a cast clear spherical glass shade. Suitable for installation in moist environments: bathroom etc. It can be installed in two ways either with shad...
Steel, Chrome
Sigvard Bernadotte Minimalist Bathroom Wall Lights for Ifö
By Sigvard Bernadotte
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A pair of sconces suitable as bathroom or outdoor lighting. They were designed by Prince Sigvard Bernadotte for the swedish company Ifö during the 1960s. Pastel yellow glazed ceramic...
Ceramic, Opaline Glass
Scandinavian Minimalist White Dual Bathroom Lamp by Sigvard Bernadotte for Ifö
By Sigvard Bernadotte
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A dual Wall lamp suitable as bathroom or outdoor lighting. Designed by Prince Sigvard Bernadotte for the swedish company Ifö during the 1960s. Cream white glazed porcelain mount with...
Porcelain, Glass
Scandinavian Minimalist Bathroom Wall Sconce from Rada Design, 1980s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Simplistically constructed wall light or built on sconce in matte opaline glass on a metal mount. Suitable for installation in moist environments. It was manufactured by Rada Design ...
Steel
White Porcelain Bathroom Wall Lights by Prince Sigvard Bernadotte for Ifö, 1960s
By Sigvard Bernadotte
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A pair of sconces suitable as bathroom or outdoor lighting. They were designed by Prince Sigvard Bernadotte for the swedish company Ifö during the 1960s. White glazed porcelain mount...
Porcelain, Opaline Glass
Pair of Scandinavian 1960s Uplight Bathroom Sconces
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Matching pair of uplight wall lights composed of chrome-plated acrylic mounts and partially striped opaline glass. Anonymous Scandinavian maker circa 1960s. Electrical circuit: E27 u...
Glass, Acrylic
Black Scandinavian Bathroom Hooped Glass Sconces
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Matching pair of uplight or downlight wall lights composed of Black powder coated brass mounts and hopped glass shades. ADesigned and manufactured by Damixa inDenmark circa 1990 Elec...
Brass
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H 7.88 in W 4.73 in D 4.73 in
Porcelain Bathroom Lights by Sigvard Bernadotte for Ifo circa 1950s
By Ifö Electric
Located in Gloucester, GB
Porcelain bathroom lights By Sigvard Bernadotte For Ifo Circa 1950s - Vitreous white porcelain wall mounts - Screw off opaline shade - Takes E27 fitting bulbs - Wires directly ...
Porcelain
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H 11.82 in W 4.73 in D 4.73 in
Porcelain Bathroom Lights by Sigvard Bernadotte for Ifo, circa 1950s
By Sigvard Bernadotte
Located in Gloucester, GB
Porcelain bathroom lights by Sigvard Bernadotte for Ifo, circa 1950s - Price is per pair - Vitreous yellow porcelain wall mounts - Screw off opaline shades - Takes E14 fitting...
Porcelain
Porcelain Bathroom Lights by Sigvard Bernadotte for Ifo Circa 1950s
By Ifö Electric
Located in Gloucester, GB
Porcelain bathroom lights by Sigvard Bernadotte for Ifo Circa 1950s - Price is per pair - Vitreous green porcelain wall mounts - Screw off opaline shades - Takes E14 fitting bu...
Porcelain
Porcelain Bathroom Lights by Sigvard Bernadotte for Ifo Circa 1950s
By Ifö Electric
Located in Gloucester, GB
Porcelain bathroom lights by Sigvard Bernadotte for Ifo Circa 1950s - Price is per pair - Vitreous yellow porcelain wall mounts - Screw off opaline shades - Takes E14 fitting b...
Porcelain
Porcelain Bathroom Lights by Sigvard Bernadotte for Ifo circa 1950s
By Ifö Electric
Located in Gloucester, GB
Porcelain Bathroom Lights By Sigvard Bernadotte For Ifo Circa 1950s - Price is per light (4 available) - Vitreous green porcelain wall mounts - Screw off opaline shades - Takes...
Porcelain
Porcelain Bathroom Lights by Sigvard Bernadotte for Ifo Circa 1950s
By Ifö Electric
Located in Gloucester, GB
Porcelain bathroom lights by Sigvard Bernadotte for Ifo Circa 1950s - All prices inc UK shipping - Vitreous grey porcelain wall mounts - Screw off opaline shades - Takes E27 fi...
Porcelain
Porcelain Bathroom Lights by Sigvard Bernadotte for Ifo circa 1950s
By Ifö Electric
Located in Gloucester, GB
Porcelain Bathroom Lights By Sigvard Bernadotte For Ifo Circa 1950s - Price is per light (3 available) - Vitreous green porcelain wall mounts - Screw off opaline shades - Takes E27 ...
Porcelain
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H 6.7 in W 7.09 in D 7.88 in
Porcelain Bathroom Lights by Sigvard Bernadotte For Ifo, Circa 1950s
By Ifö Electric
Located in Gloucester, GB
Porcelain bathroom lights by Sigvard Bernadotte for Ifo, Circa 1950s - Price is per light (12 available) - All prices inc VAT - Vitreous white porcelain wall mounts - Screw off...
Porcelain
Porcelain Bathroom Lights by Sigvard Bernadotte for Ifo Circa 1950s
By Ifö Electric
Located in Gloucester, GB
Porcelain bathroom lights by Sigvard Bernadotte for Ifo Circa 1950s - Worldwide shipping - Price is per light (13 available) - All prices inc VAT - Vitreous white porcelain wall mou...
Porcelain
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H 3.15 in W 11.82 in D 3.94 in
Porcelain Bathroom Light by Sigvard Bernadotte for Ifo, Circa 1950s
By Ifö Electric
Located in Gloucester, GB
Porcelain bathroom light by Sigvard Bernadotte for Ifo Circa 1950s - White coloured porcelain wall mount - Screw off opaline shades - Takes 2x E14 fitting bulbs - Wires directl...
Porcelain
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H 7.09 in W 3.94 in D 7.09 in
Porcelain Bathroom Light by Sigvard Bernadotte for Ifo, circa 1960s
By Ifö Electric
Located in Gloucester, GB
Porcelain bathroom lights by Sigvard Bernadotte For Ifo Circa 1960s. - Ochre coloured porcelain wall mount - Screw off opaline shades - Takes 2x E14 fitting bulbs - Wires direc...
Porcelain
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H 7.09 in W 3.94 in D 7.09 in
Porcelain Bathroom Light by Sigvard Bernadotte for Ifo, circa 1960s
By Ifö Electric
Located in Gloucester, GB
Porcelain bathroom lights by Sigvard Bernadotte For Ifo Circa 1960s. - Ochre coloured porcelain wall mount - Screw off opaline shades - Takes 2x E14 fitting bulbs - Wires direc...
Porcelain
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H 7.09 in W 3.94 in D 7.09 in
Porcelain Bathroom Light by Sigvard Bernadotte for Ifo, circa 1960s
By Ifö Electric
Located in Gloucester, GB
Porcelain bathroom light by Sigvard Bernadotte For Ifo Circa 1960s - Ochre coloured porcelain wall mount - Screw off opaline shades - Takes 1x E14 fitting bulbs - Wires directl...
Porcelain
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H 3.15 in W 11.82 in D 3.94 in
Porcelain Bathroom Light by Sigvard Bernadotte for Ifo circa 1950s
By Ifö Electric
Located in Gloucester, GB
- Vitreous green coloured porcelain wall mount - Screw off opaline shades - Takes 2x E14 fitting bulbs - Wires directly into the wall - Designed by Sigvard Bernadotte - Produced...
Porcelain
Porcelain Bathroom Light By Sigvard Bernadotte for Ifo Circa 1950s
By Ifö Electric
Located in Gloucester, GB
- Vitreous blue coloured porcelain wall mount - Screw off opaline shades - Takes 2x E14 fitting bulbs - Wires directly into the wall - Designed by Sigvard Bernadotte - Produced ...
Porcelain
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H 8.67 in Dm 5.91 in
Sigvard Bernadotte Blue Porcelain & Glass Bathroom Wall Sconce for IFÖ Sweden
By Sigvard Bernadotte
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Spherical Wall sconce model 6030 suitable as bathroom or outdoor lighting. Designed by Prince Sigvard Bernadotte for the swedish company Ifö during the 1960s. Baby blue glazed porcel...
Porcelain, Glass
Vintage Scandinavian Bathroom Wall Lights, 1970s, Set of Three
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A trio of 1970s bathroom sconces composed of white plastic and opaline glass. They are fitted with their original porcelain fittings - using up to 40 watts screw-in lightbulbs. They ...
Opaline Glass, Plastic
Vintage Scandinavian Bathroom Sconces, 1960s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Matching pair of up- or downlight wall lights composed of black acrylic mounts and honey toned cut glass. Anonymous Finnish maker, circa 1960s. Electrical circuit: E27 up to 40 watts...
Cut Glass, Acrylic
Vintage Scandinavian Bathroom Dual/Mirror Sconce, 1960s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Dual wall light composed of a gold chrome-plated acrylic mount and set with pressed and ornate glass shades. Anonymous Scandinavian maker, circa 1960s. Electrical circuit: E27 up to ...
Cut Glass, Acrylic
Vintage Scandinavian Bathroom Wall Sconces in White Glass
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Matching pair wall lights composed of matté opaline glass upon metal mounts. Anonymous Scandinavian maker circa 1970s in the style of Ifö. Electrical circuit: E27 up to 40 watts. Bot...
Metal
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H 6.7 in W 7.09 in D 7.88 in
Porcelain Bathroom Lights by Sigvard Bernadotte for Ifo, Circa 1950s
By Ifö Electric
Located in Gloucester, GB
Porcelain bathroom lights by Sigvard Bernadotte for Ifo Circa 1950s - Price is per pair - Vitreous grey porcelain wall mounts - Screw off opaline shades - Takes E14 fitting bul...
Porcelain
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H 11.82 in Dm 4.73 in
Grey Scandinavian Dual Bathroom Wall Lamp by Sigvard Bernadotte for Ifö, 1960s
By Sigvard Bernadotte
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Large dual Wall sconce suitable as bathroom or outdoor lighting. Designed by Prince Sigvard Bernadotte for the swedish company Ifö during the 1960s. Grey glazed porcelain mount with ...
Porcelain, Opaline Glass
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H 3.15 in W 11.82 in D 3.94 in
Porcelain Bathroom Light by Sigvard Bernadotte for Ifo Circa 1950s
By Ifö Electric
Located in Gloucester, GB
- Vitreous grey coloured porcelain wall mount - Screw off opaline shades - Takes 2x E14 fitting bulbs - Wires directly into the wall - Designed by Sigvard Bernadotte - Produced ...
Porcelain
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H 11.42 in Dm 3.55 in
Ceramic & Opaline Bathroom Wall Sconce by Prince Sigvard Bernadotte for Ifö
By Sigvard Bernadotte
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Wall sconce suitable as bathroom or outdoor lighting. Designed by Prince Sigvard Bernadotte for the swedish company Ifö during the 1960s. Cucumber glazed ceramic mount with a white o...
Ceramic, Opaline Glass
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H 8.27 in W 2.76 in D 4.53 in
Set of Two Bathroom Wall Lights by Sigvard Bernadotte for IFÖ, Sweden, 1960
By Sigvard Bernadotte, Ifö Electric
Located in Haderslev, DK
Soft mint green glazed porcelain combined with cone shaped milky white opaline glass is just a beautiful Scandinavian midcentury design by Sigvard Bernadotte for IFÖ, Sweden 1960s. ...
Porcelain, Opaline Glass
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H 4.34 in W 12.21 in D 5.12 in
Bathroom Wall Sconce NOS by Sigvard Bernadotte for IFÖ, Sweden, 1960s
By Sigvard Bernadotte, Ifö Electric
Located in Haderslev, DK
It’s very unique to find an untouched and completely original piece of Scandinavian 1960s design. Nevertheless this is what we are selling right here. Sigvard Bernadotte, brother ...
Porcelain, Opaline Glass
Arne Jacobsen AJ Wall Light for Louis Poulsen in White
By Louis Poulsen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Arne Jacobsen AJ wall light for Louis Poulsen in white. The AJ series was part of the lighting Jacobsen designed for the original SAS Royal Hotel. Today, his furniture and lighting ...
Zinc, Aluminum, Steel
FLOS Light Spring Double Wall Light in White by Ron Gilad
By Ron Gilad, Flos
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Inspired by the classic candelabra wall lamp, the light spring double is artist Ron Gilad’s modern take on the iconic silhouette with updated technology to match. The light spring d...
Aluminum
Large Swedish Wall Light White 1960s Vintage
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Large wall light from Sweden edited in 1960s. Structure in lacquered steel with brass parts.
Brass, Steel
$648Sale Price|20% Off
H 11.82 in Dm 4.73 in
Vintage Porcelain Bathroom Sconce by Sigvard Bernadotte for IFÖ circa 1960s
By Sigvard Bernadotte, Ifö Electric
Located in Skarpnäck, SE
A desirable Mid-Century Modern double porcelain wall sconce for bathroom use, produced by IFÖ, Sweden, in the 1950s. This exceptional example stands out for its beautifully preserve...
Porcelain, Opaline Glass
Vintage Swedish wall light 1940th
Located in Long Island City, NY
Vintage Swedish wall light, Circa 1940th. Patinated brass with flexible arm and perforated shade. Newly rewired with candelabra socket.
Brass
Scandinavian Outdoor Wall Light, Norway, 1960s
Located in Oslo, NO
Wonderful and decorative outdoor wall light on a painted metal frame with shade in embossed glass. Designed and made in Norway from circa 1960s first half. The lamp is fully working ...
Metal
Davide Groppi MIRA wall lamp in matt white by Omar Carraglia
By Davide Groppi
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Lamp with a simple and essential shape. For interiors and adjustable. Finish: Matt white 7,5W 120V - 60Hz 2700K - 327lm / 3000K - 352lm CRI >90 Driver included Driver integrated 1-1...
Metal
Sigvard Bernadotte Set of 3 Wall Lights for IFÖ Sweden, 1960s
By Sigvard Bernadotte, Ifö Electric
Located in Paris, IDF
Sigvard Bernadotte set of 3 wall lights for IFÖ Sweden 1960s. A pair of wall lamps, model 6020, with a fine, horizontally striped surface texture, giving the lamps a tactile depth,...
Porcelain, Glass, Opaline Glass
$90
H 9.45 in W 4.73 in D 3.35 in
60s 70s Lamp Light Wall Lamp Wall Sconce Hillebrand Space Age Design
By Hillebrand
Located in Neuenkirchen, NI
60s 70s lamp light wall lamp wall sconce Hillebrand Space Age Design Object: wall lamp Manufacturer: Hillebrand Condition: good Age: around 1960-1970 Dimensions: 24...
Metal, Chrome
Serge Mouille Pair of Wall Lights
By Serge Mouille
Located in New York, NY
Serge Mouille, Circa 1950 Pair of Serge Mouille Appliques, in sculpted and painted metal.. Provenance: upon request.
Metal
$9,702 / set
H 11.82 in W 7.88 in D 5.52 in
Harald Notini, pair of wall lamps model "8596" for Arvid Böhlmarks Lampfabrik
By Harald Notini
Located in Hägersten-Liljeholmen, Stockholms län
These Model 8596 wall lamps, designed by Harald Notini (1879–1959) for Arvid Böhlmarks Lampfabrik, are an elegant expression of the softer, more organic direction of Swedish Modern l...
Brass, Iron
French 1950's 6 Globe Wall or Ceiling Lamp by Lunel
By Maison Lunel
Located in Hanover, MA
This large scale unusual French modernist fixture can be mounted either to a wall or ceiling and can be positioned pointed in either direction. The elbow form enameled steel arm wit...
Brass
$776 / item
H 5.52 in W 13.78 in D 7.49 in
Contemporary Modern Wall Sconce in Ceramic, Off White by Manolo Eirin
By Manolo Eirin
Located in Carballo, ES
Ceramic Hand - Crafted wall sconce, designed and signed by Rulo and Manolo Eirin. Interior and exterior vitrified in white, which allows a greater projection of light on the wall. Th...
Ceramic, Stoneware
$1,200
H 3 in W 10 in D 3.5 in
Wilhelm Wagenfeld Bauhaus White Sconce Double Wall Light, Linder Germany, 1950s
By Lindner, Wilhelm Wagenfeld
Located in Vienna, AT
A Midcentury Modern double socket wall lamp/sconce dating back to the 1950s, designed by Wilhelm Wagenfeld. Its form resembles a zeppelin or cigar, crafted from porcelain with a whit...
Porcelain, Glass, Opaline Glass
Vintage Porcelain Bathroom Light by Sigvard Bernadotte for IFÖ circa 1960s
By Sigvard Bernadotte, Ifö Electric
Located in Skarpnäck, SE
A rare mid-century modern double wall sconce designed by Sigvard Bernadotte for IFÖ, Sweden, circa 1950s. This elegant bathroom wall lamp is distinguished by its beautifully glazed ...
Porcelain, Opaline Glass
Sigvard Bernadotte Wall Light Model 60660 for IFO Sweden, 1960s
By Sigvard Bernadotte, Ifö Electric
Located in Paris, IDF
Sigvard Bernadotte 1 wall light Model 60660 for IFÖ Sweden 1960s. A double porcelain wall sconce, model 60660, with a cream porcelain base, paired with 2 diffusing opaline glass shad...
Porcelain, Glass, Opaline Glass
Vintage White Porcelain Wall Light with Milk Glass, 1950s
Located in Kojetice, CZ
Vintage industrial wall light made in former Czechoslovakia during the 1950s .It features a white porcelain wall mounting and a clear glass cover. The socket requires standard E27 /E...
Porcelain, Milk Glass
$823
H 2.37 in Dm 21.66 in
Large Mid Century ceiling lamp from ERCO made of expanded metal and plastic
By ERCO Leuchten
Located in München, DE
Large round Mid Century ceiling lamp from ERCO made of expanded metal shaped like a grid. With large curved lampshade made of beige plastic. Beautiful minimalist Mid Century design. ...
Metal
Isamu Noguchi Akari Light Sculpture, Model 55A Ceiling Lamp
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Centreville, VA
Akari Light Sculptures by Isamu Noguchi are considered icons of 1950s modern design. Designed by Noguchi beginning in 1951 and handmade for a half century by the original manufacture...
Bamboo, Paper
Isamu Noguchi Akari Light Sculpture, Model 21A Ceiling Lamp
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Centreville, VA
Akari Light Sculptures by Isamu Noguchi are considered icons of 1950s modern design. Designed by Noguchi beginning in 1951 and handmade for a half century by the original manufacture...
Bamboo, Paper
Ostro Marble Wall Sconce by Simone & Marcel
Located in Geneve, CH
Ostro Marble Wall Sconce by Simone & Marcel Dimensions: D 17 x W 31 x H 31 cm. Materials: Marble and glass. Available in different ceramic and marble options and finishes. Custom op...
Marble
Mid-Century Square Clear Glass Sconces Flush Mounts
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Mid-Century Wall or Ceiling Lamp. Metal base with clear glass. Diameter back plate : 18 cm / 7 inches 1960-1970 Weight: 2.50 kg / 5.5 lb Priced per individual item. All lamps hav...
Metal
Isamu Noguchi Akari Light Sculpture, Model 26A Ceiling Lamp
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Centreville, VA
Akari Light Sculptures by Isamu Noguchi are considered icons of 1950s modern design. Designed by Noguchi beginning in 1951 and handmade for a half century by the original manufacture...
Bamboo, Paper
Nomon Bar Cabinet with Marble Top by Andres Martinez
By ANDRÉS MARTÍNEZ, Nomon
Located in Brooklyn, NY
We create a space to enjoy a drink in good company. Marble top and suspended glasses from the Golden rods evoke classical bar cabinets. Available in: Emperador Marble, Brass an...
Marble, Brass
$2,800 / set
H 14.75 in W 8.5 in D 4 in
Pair of Art Deco Style Pink Murano Glass Demilune Wall Lights, in Stock
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Art Deco style pink Murano glass demilune wall sconces, in stock One LED E26 base socket. Pink glass sphere and brass fittings. Pink textured Murano glass, Wired to the Ameri...
Brass
$1,769 / set
H 7.09 in W 8.27 in D 4.73 in
Pair of midcentury wall lights made of metal, brass and glass, Italy, 1950s
By Stilnovo
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
Pair of wall sconces in painted metal, brass, and opal glass, Italian production from the 1950s. Two spheres resting on a brass support give substance to the light when the lamps are...
Metal, Brass
$2,328
H 9.45 in W 17.33 in D 5.12 in
Brass/Silk - of the Showroom Wiener Werkstätte Wall Light Jugendstil, Edition
By Woka Lamps
Located in Vienna, AT
Elegant Wall Sconces, Variation of the Wall-Lamp from the Fabric-Showroom of the Wiener Werkstaette. Measures are without tassel. Just with plain-colored fabric. USA and CAN: All ele...
Brass
Petite Ice Crystal Glass Flush Mount Vintage German, 1960s RZB Leuchten
By RZB Leuchten
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Petite flush mount manufactured by RZB Leuchten. It is a clear glass on a metal frame. The fixture has one European style E27 socket. The Fixture requires one European E27 / 110 Volt...
Metal
Achille And Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, "Cocoon" Suspension, Circa 1960
By Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni
Located in Brussels, BE
Achille And Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, "Cocoon" Suspension, Circa 1960 Achille Castiglioni (1918 - 2002) and Pier Giacomo (1913-1968) were born in Milan where, together with their br...
Resin
$6,100
H 29 in W 72 in D 24 in
Paul Tuttle 'Chariot' Leather Chaise Lounge Chair for Strassle International
Located in Chicago, IL
Paul Tuttle 'Chariot' chaise lounge, c.1972 Leather, chrome-plated steel, lacquered steel. Manufactured by Strassle International, USA / Switzerland. With additional Carmel Sheepsk...
Chrome
$642 / item
H 9.25 in W 3.35 in D 5.7 in
Glalpula Single Art Deco Wall Sconce, Hand-Blown Ribbed Glass Design Wall Light
Located in İstiklal, TR
GLALPULA Art Deco Wall Sconce is a masterful blend of artistry and function, crafted for those who appreciate the elegance of timeless design. This beautiful piece is a testament to ...
Aluminum
$1,900 / set
H 7.88 in W 3.94 in D 9.45 in
Pair of 1950s Italian Brass, Green Lacquered Metal and Opaline Glass Sconces
Located in Rome, IT
Pair of Italian wall sconces dating from the 1950s, characterized by a slender and angular composition typical of mid-century Italian lighting design. Each fixture is built around a ...
Brass
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
CHARACTERISTICS OF SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
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.
From the kitchen to the bedroom and everywhere in between, there is one major part of home decor that you definitely want to master: lighting. Carefully selected vintage sconces and wall lights can do wonders in establishing mood and highlighting your distinctive personality.
We’re a long way from the candelabra-inspired chandeliers of the medieval era. Lighting is no longer merely practical, and lighting designers have been creating and reinventing lighting solutions for eons. Because of the advancements crafted by these venturesome makers, we now have the opportunity to bring unique, customizable lighting solutions into our homes.
It’s never been easier to create dramatic bedrooms, cozy kitchen areas and cheerful bars than it is today. Think of an elegant wall sconce as functional and as a work of art, adding both light and style to your hallways, whimsical kids’ rooms and elsewhere.
When choosing a lighting solution, first determine what your needs are: Will you opt for a moody or a bright feel? The room that will serve as your home office will need adequate lighting — think “the brighter, the better” for this particular setting.
For the bedroom, bedside wall lamps with warm-temperature bulbs instead of bedside table lamps could be the way to go to induce a sense of calm or intimacy. Try to match the style of the wall light or sconce that you’re installing to the overall design scheme of your room. It’s never “just a light.” You should approach the lighting of a room with a mindset that is one part practical and one part aesthetics-driven.
Let 1stDibs help you set the mood with the right antique and vintage wall lights and sconces for your home. Our collection includes every kind of fixture, from sculptural works by Austrian craftsman J.T. Kalmar to chic industrial-style wall sconces, from adjustable painted aluminum wall lamps designed by Artemide to a wide variety of minimalist mid-century modern masterpieces.