About 1st Modern
Signe Tollefsen and Gustav Svartvik founded 1st Modern in 2015. Driven by a desire to offer an exclusive selection of Scandinavian design to the world, we put together our best qualities, the result of which was 1st Modern. To guarantee the best experience for you, we are involved in the whole process, from sourcing to packaging, and strive to give you our absolute best. Based in Karlstad, Sweden, we are at the heart of Scandinavian design, and can thus offer you a splendid amalgam of carefully selected items from the so-called Mid Century Modern design era. Can't find w...Read More
Featured Pieces
Swedish Modern Pendant by Harald Notini for Böhlmarks
By Harald Notini, Arvid Böhlmarks Lampfabrik
Located in Karlstad, SE
Rare pendant model 11827 by Harald Notini for Böhlmarks, Sweden
This elegant pendant consists of a brass canopy and counter weight, that allows you to adjust the lamp to the height y...
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20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Pair of Stools by Axel Larsson for Bodafors, Sweden
By Bodafors, Axel Larsson
Located in Karlstad, SE
These Swedish modern stools designed by Axel Larsson for Bodafors in the 1930s offer a distinctive blend of craftsmanship and historical allure. Constructed from stained birch and fe...
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20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Stools
Materials
Seagrass, Birch
Stool by Axel Larsson for Bodafors, Sweden
By Axel Larsson, Bodafors
Located in Karlstad, SE
This Swedish modern stool designed by Axel Larsson for Bodafors in the 1930s offers a distinctive blend of craftsmanship and historical allure. Constructed from stained birch and fea...
Category
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Stools
Materials
Seagrass, Birch
Swedish Chandeliers in Brass and Glass by Holger Johansson
By Westal, Holger Johansson
Located in Karlstad, SE
Mid-Century Modern chandeliers by Holger Johansson for Westal, Sweden.
The chandeliers consist of 15 round brass poles divided into two levels, each holding a smoke-colored glass sh...
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20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Swedish Modern Floor Lamp in Brass
Located in Karlstad, SE
This is a lovely Swedish Modern floor lamp that was manufactured in Sweden during the 1940s.
The lamp features a brass-coated iron base and a brass rod, which supports a swivel arm t...
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20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
Swedish Midcentury Flush Mount
Located in Karlstad, SE
Large flush mount, manufactured in Sweden, 1950s.
The lamp consists of a large round pleated shade, hiding 6 light sources.
Condition: Good original condition with several minor st...
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20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Brass
Midcentury Swedish Pendant by Josef Frank for Svenskt Tenn
By Josef Frank, Svenskt Tenn
Located in Karlstad, SE
Pendant by Josef Frank for Svenskt Tenn, model 2560.
This lamp comes with a rare counter weight that originally came with this model.
Condition: Very good condition with new shade.
Category
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Swedish Modern Outdoor Wall Lamps by ASEA
By ASEA
Located in Karlstad, SE
Large wall lamps by ASEA, 1960s.
These lamps feature a large frosted opaline glass shade, resting on a frame of iron.
Condition: Good condition, the frames have been re-laquered at ...
Category
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Iron
Swedish Modern Floor Lamp in Brass, by Corona, 1940s
By Corona
Located in Karlstad, SE
This is a lovely Swedish Modern floor lamp that was manufactured in Sweden during the 1940s by Corona.
The lamp features a brass covered iron base and a brass rod, which supports two...
Category
20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
Swedish Modern Floor Lamp in Brass and Leather, 1940s
Located in Karlstad, SE
This is a lovely Swedish Modern floor lamp that was manufactured in Sweden during the 1940s. The lamp features a brass covered iron base and a brass rod with leather webbing. The rod...
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20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
Swedish Midcentury Floor Lamps by ASEA
By ASEA
Located in Karlstad, SE
Pair of floor lamps by ASEA, Sweden, 1950s.
Beautiful lamps with a minimalistic design, where the slightly hourglass-shaped rods give an exclusive impression.
Condition: Good origin...
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20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
Swedish Modern Table Lamp by Böhlmarks
By Bohlmarks
Located in Karlstad, SE
Large table lamp manufactured by Böhlmarks, Sweden, 1930s.
This elegant lamp was manufactured during the Swedish Modern era and is of very high quality.
It consists of a heavy oxidi...
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20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
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