Swedish Grace Ceiling Light by Lars Holmström, Sweden, 1930s
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Beautiful Swedish Grace ceiling light in a large size. Made from bronze with a large, wide frosted glass shade. Elaborate, sculptural decor of a man, woman and a deer in stylized fol...
Brass, Pewter
Swedish Grace Havanna Glass Flush Mount Ceiling Light, Sweden, 1920s–1930s
Located in Hammarö, SE
An exceptional Swedish Grace flush mount ceiling light, handcrafted in Sweden during the late 1920s to early 1930s.
Brass
Industrial wall or ceiling light by Johan Johansson for Triplex, Sweden, 1930s
By Johan Petter Johansson
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Masterful designed lamp by Johan Petter Johansson. Model Triplex had its own factory starting in 1919 in Sweden. Widely used as an industrial lamp in Scandinavia in the middle of th...
Metal, Steel
Swedish Grace ceiling light, anonymous, Sweden, 1930s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Swedish Grace ceiling light, anonymous, Sweden, 1930s.
Brass
Vintage Swedish Grace Ceiling Light, Sweden, 1930s
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Beautiful Swedish Grace ceiling light in a large size. Made from bronze with a large, wide frosted glass shade. Elaborate, sculptural decor of a man, woman and a deer in stylized fol...
Bronze
Swedish Art Deco Ceiling Light, 1930s
Located in Vienna, AT
Swedish Art Deco ceiling light from the 1930s. A large „raw glass“ disc with chipped edge (and partially frosted) is held by patinated brass hardware with decorative cast elements.
Brass
Scandinavian Art Deco Ceiling Light, Sweden, 1930s
Located in Oslo, NO
Decorative ceiling lamp in glass, brass and steel. Designed and made in Sweden by Orrefors from circa 1930s second half. The lamp is in working order and in good vintage condition wi...
Brass, Steel
Art Deco Ceiling Light by Bolmarks, Sweden, 1930s
Located in Oslo, NO
Wonderful and decorative and ceiling light in chrome and glass. Designed and made in Sweden by Bolmarks from circa 1930s second half.
Chrome
1930’s Art Deco carved alabaster ceiling light
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
1930's art deco carved alabaster ceiling light Good quality deco period pendant light, hand carved from white and grey alabaster. Dish shaped with a carved rosette to the underside...
Alabaster
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H 27.56 in Dm 23.63 in
Functionalist ceiling light by Erik Tidstrand, Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden, 1930s
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet), Erik Tidstrand
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Amazing functionalist ceiling light by Erik Tidstrand, made from coral red lacquered metal, chrome details and a yellow tinted glass shade. Graphic silhouette.
Metal
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H 6.7 in Dm 24.02 in
Art deco ceiling light by Lars Holmström for Arvika konsthantverk, Sweden, 1930s
By Arvika Konsthantverk
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Great ceiling lamp designed by Lars Holmström and produced by Arvika Konsthantverk in Sweden during the 1930s. Made of steel, brass and glass. A piece very much in the style of Swed...
Brass, Steel
Böhlmarks Art Deco Amber Havanna Glass Ceiling light, Harald Notini, 1930s
By Harald Notini, Arvid Böhlmarks Lampfabrik
Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW
This Art Deco flush mount was designed and manufactured in Sweden in the 1930s. It features a distinct Art Deco design, characterized by its elegant combination of materials and shap...
Brass
Swedish Art Deco Glass Ceiling Light, 1930s
By Orrefors
Located in Vienna, AT
Rare Swedish Art Deco glass ceiling light from the 1930s.
Brass
1930’s Carved Alabaster Ceiling Light
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
1930's carved alabaster ceiling light. Fine quality alabaster hanging dish light from the art deco period. The bowl is one of the most finely carved we have ever seen, with great...
Alabaster
Swedish Art Deco Ceiling Light in Frosted Etched Glass and Brass 1930's
Located in Stockholm, SE
Striking Swedish Art Deco ceiling light from the 1930s featuring a beautifully layered construction in patinated brass and etched frosted glass.
Brass
Swedish Designer, Ceiling Light / Pendant, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
An organic modernist ceiling lamp / pendant. Designed and produced in Sweden, 1930s. Champagne-colored glass is framed in an ornamented brass structure. With excellent patina. Ot...
Brass
1930s Ceiling Light from Bröderna Malmström
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Elegant ceiling lamp from Bröderna Malmström, made in the 1930s. Made in sections that let light out softly between them and towards the ceiling.
Metal
Scandinavian Functionalist 'Saturn' Ceiling Light, 1930s
Located in Oslo, NO
Wonderful and dreamy ceiling light on a chrome steel frame and shade in opaline glass with a circular saturn ring.
Chrome
Art Deco Ceiling Light, Norway, 1930s
Located in Oslo, NO
Wonderful and decorative ceiling lamp in blown glass and metal stem. Designed and made in Norway from circa 1930s second half. The lamp is fully working and in good vintage condition...
Metal
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H 5.91 in Dm 27.56 in
Flush Mount Ceiling Light by Birger Ekman for Mjölby Intarsia, Sweden, 1930s
By Mjölby Intarsia
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Striking, large 1930s flush mount ceiling light by Birger Ekman. Rare design with a round glass shade with decor of a world map. Wide wooden frame with beautiful inlays of women in t...
Mahogany, Walnut
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H 5.12 in Dm 28.75 in
Flush Mount Ceiling Light by Birger Ekman for Mjölby Intarsia, Sweden, 1930s
By Mjölby Intarsia
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Striking, large 1930s flush mount ceiling light by Birger Ekman. Rare design with a round glass yellow nuance shade with the decor of a compass. Wide wooden frame with beautiful inla...
Mahogany, Walnut, Birch
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H 8.27 in Dm 34.65 in
Flush Mount Ceiling Light by Birger Ekman for Mjölby Intarsia, Sweden, 1930s
By Mjölby Intarsia
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Beautiful, large flush mount light by Birger Ekman, made from birch. Inlays with gilded details depicting goddesses from mythology. Convex glass shade in the middles with an etched g...
Birch, Glass
Art Deco Ceiling Light by Orrefors, 1930s
By Orrefors
Located in Oslo, NO
Wonderful and decorative ceiling lamp in Havana glass and brass stem. Designed and made in Sweden by Orrefors from circa 1930s second half. The lamp is fully working and in very vint...
Metal
Art Deco Ceiling Hallway Light by Orrefors, 1930s
By Orrefors
Located in Oslo, NO
Wonderful and decorative ceiling lamp in Havana glass and brass stem. Designed and made in Sweden by Orrefors from circa 1930s second half. The lamp is fully working and in excellent...
Brass
$4,425
H 19.69 in W 17.33 in D 13.78 in
Swedish Grace Stool in White Lacquered Birchwood, Sweden, 1930s
Located in Odense, DK
Charming Swedish Modern stool made in the 1920-30s. The stool is made of birchwood. It retains the original white greenish lacquer and an amazing cushions in beautiful green and whit...
Birch
Rosso Wall Mirror
By Specchi Veneziani
Located in Milan, IT
Crafted in the finest Murano tradition, this exquisite Venetian mirror is a true work of art. Assembled with crystal and gold elements, and adorned with red glass flowers, each piece...
Glass
$2,794
H 45.28 in W 16.15 in D 8.27 in
Large Italian Art Deco Wrought Iron Lantern, Paolo Buffa Style. 1940s
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Argelato, BO
Large Italian Art Deco Lantern in the style of Paolo Buffa, Italy, 1940s This is a highly elegant piece, crafted thanks to the remarkable technical expertise of Italian craftsmen. T...
Wrought Iron
Jansen Nickel Plated Swan Stool
By Maison Jansen
Located in New York, NY
A nickel-plated iron and bronze stool with hair-on-hide upholstery, this model is more often seen with a painted frame and bronze accents.
Nickel, Steel, Brass
Pair of Dudouy End Tables With Saint Gobain Tops, France 1950's
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in New York, NY
Oak and Saint-Gobain glass end tables with offset legs by Charles Dudouyt.
Glass, Oak
$4,500
H 17.88 in W 30.75 in D 15 in
Fine French 1930s Mahogany coffee Table with a Parchment Top and Bronze Details
Located in Long Island City, NY
A fine French Art Deco mahogany coffee table with a parchment covered top and bronze details.
Bronze
$6,950
H 34.65 in W 26.78 in D 31.5 in
French Art Deco Lounge Chair in Solid Oak and Neutral Corduroy Velvet Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Lounge chair, oak, France, 1930s This impressive armchair is a powerful expression of French craftsmanship from the 1930s. Built from solid oak, it has a remarkable weight and prese...
Fabric, Oak
1950s Swedish Velvet Samspel Sofa by Carl Malmsten
By Carl Malmsten
Located in London, England
Carl Malmsten 'Samspel' Sofa, circa 1950s First designed in 1956 and produced by AB Record in Bollnas, Sweden, the 'Samspel' sofa is one of the finest pieces to be drawn by Sweden...
Wool, Cotton, Beech
Art Deco Pair Of Austrian Stools
Located in Prato, Tuscany
Elegant pair of veneered stools in fine walnut burl, crafted in Austria during the 1930s and attributable to the Art Deco style. With their clean and harmonious structure, they embod...
Faux Leather, Walnut
Louis XVI chest of drawers with rose painted color
Located in Kastrup, DK
Louis XVI chest of drawers with rose painted color on the body. Top plate painted black. Under the top plate, wood-carved round rings. 3 drawers with brass fittings, legs with rhombu...
Brass
Carved Ebony "Star" Vide Poche, France 1950's
Located in New York, NY
Delicately carved solid Ebony vide poche on a pedestal base decorated with points around the edge.
Ebony
$4,500
H 17.75 in W 17.25 in D 17.25 in
Midcentury French Steel Side Table with Marble Top and Scrolling Supports
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Midcentury steel side table with marble top, scrolling supports and arching half-moon legs. A French Midcentury steel side table, reflecting a harmonious blend of form and f...
Marble, Steel
Set of 6 Fine French 1950s Walnut Dining Chairs
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Long Island City, NY
A set of six fine French Mid-Century solid walnut side chairs with a lattice back, in the manner of Jacques Adnet.
Fabric, Wood
$15,000 / item
H 30 in W 24 in D 24 in
Zephyr Zodiac Light by David Duncan, Swedish Grace Style Pendant Light
By David Duncan
Located in New York, NY
A new, Swedish Grace period inspired light by David Duncan. This pendant light features 12 cast bronze zodiac signs around the frame. The underside with frosted glass insert and a go...
Bronze
Midcentury Modern Ceiling Light by Paavo Tynell, Finland, 1940s
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Exquisite ceiling light by Paavo Tynell, made from glass with a rattan shade. The glass is painted with a motif of hand painted meadow flowers and looks especially beautiful when lit...
Brass
A set of French Neoclassic Alabaster Light Fixture, Sold Individually
Located in New York, NY
A set of five, circa 1960's French neoclassic style carved alabaster light fixture, with bronze chain and canopy. Sold individually. This is a natural stone and veining may variate f...
Alabaster
The right table lamp, outwardly sculptural chandelier or understated wall pendant can work wonders for your home. While we’re indebted to thinkers like Thomas Edison for critically important advancements in lighting and electricity, we’re still finding new ways to customize illumination to fit our personal spaces all these years later. A wide range of antique and vintage lighting can be found on 1stDibs.
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