Since its inception, luxury retailer Nordiska Kompaniet, known affectionately to its customers as “NK,” has offered an influential platform for innovators in furniture design. Its department stores in Stockholm and Gothenburg, Sweden, have been home to many of the top names in mid-century modern design and in Scandinavian modernism. Admired for its production of high-quality pieces, it continues to support forward-looking designers.
Nordiska Kompaniet was founded in 1902 through the merger of the companies K.M. Lundberg and Joseph Leja. Its founder, Josef Sachs, envisioned a department store as a cultural arena that would rival the luxury stores of Paris. He opened a flagship store in Stockholm in 1915. Early on, the brand set its sights on quality furniture making, bringing on master cabinetmaker Axel Einar Hjorth, who headed its production from 1927 to 1938.
The Stockholm Exhibition of 1930 was pivotal for both Nordiska Kompaniet and the world of design as a whole. NK’s installation, designed by Sven Markelius, positioned the artist as a key influencer and force majeure of Swedish functionalism.
Nordiska Kompaniet has continued to hire renowned designers throughout its operations, including such luminaries as Carl Bergsten, David Rosen and Gio Ponti. Many iconic sofas, lounge chairs, bookcases and dining room tables from the mid-century modern period originated in its furniture shop. The brand has also been at the forefront of textile, ceramic and wallpaper design, with artists Berndt Friberg, Josef Frank, Stig Lindberg and Elsa Gullberg among those who have contributed to NK’s brand legacy.
To cater to its growing customer base, Nordiska Kompaniet opened a second store in Gothenburg in 1971. Today, NK continues to provide patronage to top designers, remaining a leader in high-end furniture production.
Find antique and vintage Nordiska Kompaniet tables, seating, mirrors, lighting and other furniture on 1stDibs.
A ceiling lamp by Bertil Brisborg model “33135” for NK
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet), Bertil Brisborg
Located in Long Island City, NY
A ceiling lamp, designed by Bertil Brisborg ( 1910-1993) , model “33135”, Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden 1950s. Red blasted and white lacquered metal, brass details and a wooden knob at...
Metal
Ceiling Lamp, Model Number 31234, in Opaline Glass by Bertil Brisborg, 1940s
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet), Bertil Brisborg
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Ceiling Lamp, Model Number 31234, in Opaline Glass by Bertil Brisborg, 1940s Additional Information: Material: Opaline Glass Style: Mid century, Scandinavian Ceiling Lamp Produced b...
Opaline Glass
Swedish Modern Chandelier by Bertil Brisborg, Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden, 1940s
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet), Bertil Brisborg
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Stunning chandelier by Bertil Brisborg, in an oval form made from netted brass. Decorated with an abundance of glass prisms that reflect the light in a beautiful way. Fluted brass st...
Crystal, Brass
Pair of Bertil Brisborg Model "31915" Table Lamps, Sweden 1940s
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet), Bertil Brisborg
Located in Utrecht, NL
Bertil Brisborg was a central figure in Swedish lighting design during the mid-20th century, working closely with Nordiska Kompaniet to shape a distinctive Scandinavian modern design...
Brass
$5,283
H 19.69 in Dm 16.15 in
Table Lamp Model 30595 by Bertil Brisborg for Nordiska Kompaniet (NK), Sweden
By Bertil Brisborg, NK (Nordiska Kompaniet)
Located in Karlstad, SE
Elegant table lamp designed by Bertil Brisborg for Nordiska Kompaniet, model 30595. The lamp features a wide, gently domed brass shade with a warm patina, paired with a slender colum...
Brass
Bertil Brisborg Table Lamp, Sweden, 1940s
By Einar Backstrom
Located in Stockholm, SE
Designed by Bertil Brisborg, produced by NK (Nordiska Kompaniet) Sweden, 1940s. Model 31940 Measures: Height 42 cm.
Brass
$2,230
H 16.54 in Dm 11.42 in
Bertil Brisborg, Nordiska Kompaniet, table lamp, brass & textile, Sweden, 1940s
By Bertil Brisborg, Nordiska Kompaniet
Located in Forserum, SE
A beautiful table lamp designed by Bertil Brisborg for the renowned Swedish department store Nordiska Kompaniet in the 1940s. Crafted from brass, it features a cylindrical base with ...
Brass, Iron
$4,750
H 15.75 in Dm 12.6 in
Model "32391" Table Lamp by Bertil Brisborg for Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden 1940s
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet), Bertil Brisborg
Located in Utrecht, NL
This stylish table lamp is a delightfully distinctive model, with unique details and material choices. Designed by Bertil Brisborg and produced by Nordiska Kompaniet during the begin...
Brass
$8,629
H 21.07 in Dm 16.54 in
Swedish Modern Table Lamp by Bertil Brisborg, Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden, 1940s
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet), Bertil Brisborg
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Beautiful table lamp from NK, with a brass base, stem wrapped in brown calfskin and green lacquered metal shade adorned with a brass flower. Model #30595
Brass, Metal
$3,522
H 14.97 in W 10.63 in D 5.52 in
Bertil Brisborg Two Arm Brass Table Lamp, Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden, Late 1940s
By Bertil Brisborg, Nordiska Kompaniet
Located in The Hague, NL
This very rare table lamp was designed by Swedish designer Bertil Brisborg in the late 1940s. Produced by Nordiska Kompaniet, it is marked with the production number 9503 on the unde...
Brass
$2,582
H 57.09 in Dm 16.54 in
Bertil Brisborg, Nordiska Kompaniet, mid century pendant lamp 33087 Sweden 1950s
By Nordiska Kompaniet, Bertil Brisborg
Located in Forserum, SE
A modernist rise-and-fall pendant lamp, model 33087, designed in the 1950s by Bertil Brisborg for the renowned Swedish department store Nordiska Kompaniet. Crafted from steel lacquer...
Brass, Steel
$4,578
H 17.32 in Dm 12.2 in
Bertil Brisborg for Nordiska Kompaniet, Scandinavian Modern Table Lamp, Sweden
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet), Bertil Brisborg
Located in Hammarö, SE
Designed by Bertil Brisborg for Nordiska Kompaniet (NK), this elegant table lamp embodies the refined balance of Swedish Modern design during the 1940s and 1950s. Bertil Brisborg wa...
Brass, Sheet Metal
$2,113
H 74.81 in Dm 12.6 in
Bertil Brisborg, Nordiska Kompaniet, mid century pendant lamp, Sweden, 1950s
By Bertil Brisborg, Nordiska Kompaniet
Located in Forserum, SE
A modernist rise-and-fall pendant lamp, model 530-008, designed in the 1950s by Bertil Brisborg for the renowned Swedish department store Nordiska Kompaniet. The model was introduced...
Steel
$3,500
H 22.05 in Dm 16.54 in
Bertil Brisborg Model "31915" Table Lamp for Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden 1940s
By Nordiska Kompaniet, Bertil Brisborg
Located in Utrecht, NL
Bertil Brisborg was a central figure in Swedish lighting design during the mid-20th century, working closely with Nordiska Kompaniet to shape a distinctive Scandinavian modern design...
Brass
$10,331
H 74.81 in W 37.41 in D 11.03 in
Floor lamp '30631' by Bertil Brisborg for Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden, 1940s
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet), Bertil Brisborg
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Unique floor lamp designed by Bertil Brisborg for Nordiska Kompaniet in Sweden during the 1940s. Model '30631'. Made in bras...
Brass
Sold
H 29.53 in Dm 12.6 in
Swedish grace glass pendant lamp by Erik Tidstrand for Nordiska Kompaniet 1929
By Erik Tidstrand, NK (Nordiska Kompaniet)
Located in Hägersten, SE
Pendant lamp model no. 27571 produced by Nordiska Kompaniet around 1929. Most likely designed by Erik Tidstrand, chief of design at NK lighting department at the time. This striking ...
Brass
Art Deco glass ceiling pendant mod. 939 by Bertil Brisborg/Carl fagerlund
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet), Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in Hägersten, SE
Swedish modern ceiling pendant model 939 designed by Bertil Brisborg & Carl Fagerlund. The lamp produced by Nordiska Kompaniet and the glass made by Orrefors glasshut. The glass sign...
Brass
Sold
H 27.56 in Dm 23.63 in
Functionalist ceiling light by Erik Tidstrand, Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden, 1930s
By Erik Tidstrand, NK (Nordiska Kompaniet)
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
Vintage Scandinavian Modern pendant by Bertil Brisborg, NK, Sweden, 1930s
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet), Bertil Brisborg
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Cool ceiling lamp by Bertil Brisborg, with original lacquer in red and white. Cute ball detail at the bottom. Height is easily adjusted with the weight attached to the cord. Bertil Brisborg was chief architect at the Lighting department at Nordiska Kompaniet (NK) for more than 30 years. NK was the most influential, innovative and trend setting interior and design store in Sweden at the time. Brisborg designed several fixtures that were sold in the department store and also collaborated extensively with NK’s Interior architectural department, creating custom lighting...
Metal
Opaline Glass Ceiling Lamp by Bertil Brisborg
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet), Bertil Brisborg
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Stunning pendant light by Bertil Brisborg, made from opaline glass with brass details. The large shade is suspended on a slender brass frame whose arms the cords run through. A glass...
Brass
Opaline Glass Ceiling Lamp by Bertil Brisborg
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet), Bertil Brisborg
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Stunning pendant light by Bertil Brisborg, made from opaline glass with brass details. The large shade is suspended on a slender brass frame whose arms the cords run through. A glass...
Brass
Set of 2 Ceiling Lights by Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden, 1950s
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet)
Located in Stockholm, SE
Opaline glass and oak. Produced by Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden, 1950s. Listed price is one (1) lamp.
Opaline Glass, Oak