Archive (1940 – 1975)

Møre Lenestolfabrikk

Wood

Steel

City

Dokka Møbler

3001 Desk

Rasmus Solberg Møbelverksted

Viken Møbelfabrikk

Hertug

Goodwill Produkter

Whale tooth

Whale Tooth Figurines

Tre Bukkene Bruse

Awards:
Gold medal, Deutsche Handwerksmesse, 1957

Hiorth & Østlyngen

Viking

Polar Bear and Horse

Grouse

Arne Lindaas Studio

Bull

Stressless is not just a chair – it is an entire concept. When launched in 1971, Ekornes’ reclining chair Stressless Original was the first reclining chair to answer all of the body’s needs for support and movability when seated. In the early years of the TV era, it soon became a popular fixture in Norwegian homes. The fully variable sliding function regulating one’s seating position, offering the user to find his or her personal optimal seating position was a highly innovative feature. During more than four decades on the market, Ekornes has refined the Stressless concept, and adapted the chair’s shape to shifting wants and demands. The company has long since asserted its position on the international market. In 2011, Stressless Original (1971) and Stressless Jazz Medium (2006) were both chosen as representing Norwegian furniture classics by a professional jury.

Ekornes

Leather

Stressless

The Maya Cutlery is one of Eckhoff’s most famous designs. This classical piece has such a timeless design and is still found in production. The cutlery is designed to be both elegant and comfortable to hold. With its slightly triangular shaft and its matte finish in chrome-nickel steel, it is also easily recognizable. Maya has won several awards, including the prestigious DOGA Award for Design and Architecture twice and the Classical Prize for Good Design in 1991. The cutlery has also been exhibited in some of the world’s leading museums, such as MoMA in New York City and The Victoria and Albert Museum in London.

DOGA Award for Design and Architecture, Oslo, 1961 & 1965 

Diploma, 3. Biennale of Industrial Design, 1968 

Norsk Stålpress

Maya

In the mid-1950s, the Norwegian ceramic industry was rather dull, with very few dinnerware sets evoking emotions. However, in 1955, a bombshell was dropped when Glohane came to the market. Tias Eckhoff and Porsgrund Porselænsfabrik had spent a couple of years developing this dinnerware set. There were many specific requirements to be met, and the project was carried out in collaboration with the State Information Office for Home Economics.

Glohane was designed to be practical and durable, with a limited number of pieces that could be mixed and matched with porcelain from other dinnerware sets. It was meant to be functional, with few pieces, no design and the ability to stack it. Its special feature was its ability to go directly from the stove to the dining table. It was not only fire-resistant but also suitable for stovetop use. The coffee pot set won the gold medal in Triennalen i Milano in 1957.


Porsgrund Porselænsfabrik

Porcelain

Glohane

Internationally renowned industrial designer Tias Eckhoff received an award in design for his original kettle back in 1964. It was however only produced a few years before the modern coffee pot entered the market. Even so, the iconic design has proved to be timeless in its appearance. His kettle is now being brought back to life in a refined version through a collaboration between Tias’ daughter, Sigrid Eckhoff and coffee professional Ola Brattås. This coffee pot is a traditional statement piece, representing both Norwegian coffee culture and good design at its best. 

DOGA Award for Design and Architecture, Oslo, 1964

Halden Aluminiumvarefabrikk

Aluminium

Coffee Pot

“Det Riflede” started as part of Eckhoff’s thesis project while he was still an art student. After he was hired by Porsgrund Porselænsfabrik, he further developed his original thesis project, a teacup made of thin-walled porcelain with vertical relief decoration. This work resulted in the "Det Riflede" tea and coffee service, which was introduced to the market in 1952. "Det Riflede" is now considered one of the foremost Norwegian design classics in the years following World War II, and one of Eckhoff’s most famous designs.


The "Det Riflede" tableware was created using thin, high-fired porcelain to be both attractive and practical while also being affordable. Its distinctiveness was the shiny, thin porcelain, the vertical grooves, and the pearl border decoration on the edge. The grooves are both elegant and classy, which makes the cup itself a decorative element in any home. The tableware quickly became a huge success, despite only having a few pieces. It received a gold medal at Triennale di Milano in 1954.

DOGA Award for Design and Architecture, Oslo, 1965

Det Riflede

The Popcorn Chair was originally custom-designed on request to the opening of Henie Onstad Art Center in 1968. The original Popcorn chair was never in commercial production: it was only produced in a limited edition of 350 pieces for the art center. The chair's futuristic and modern design was a perfect fit for the new and dynamic art center, reflecting both its past and present while looking toward the future. Popcorn was remarkable, but also practical. It could easily be stacked and stored when not in use. The chair has subsequently proved to be a style icon and a collector’s item among designers and furniture connoisseurs. The original chair was produced using fiberglass. It has since been relaunched, using recycled plastic as material. Today the chair is produced by Fora Form.

Fiberglass

Popcorn

Sønnico

Brass

S/10039

Birdy is a series of table, wall and floor lamps designed in 1952 by Birger Dahl. The modernist-style lamps were produced and sold by the Norwegian electricity company Sønnico (Oslo) for many years. In 1954 the table lamp, then known as S-30016, was awarded the highly esteemed Gold Medal at the Milan Triennale. In 2013 Northern Lighting decided to re-launch this design classic, taking care to preserve the original shape and highly functional features that made it such a well-loved lamp in the first place.

• Materials: Aluminium (shade) and steel (body)

• Measurements: H 24 cm x W 12,5 x D 53 cm (wall), H 43 cm x W 12,5 x D 60 cm (table), H 133 cm x W 12,5 cm x D 67 cm (floor)

• Colours: off-white, dark grey or matt black, and metallic or brass finish (body)

• Weight: Wall short: 0.7 kg, Wall: 0.8 kg, Table: 1.9 kg, Floor: 5.0 kg

S-30016 "Birdy"

Birdy is a table, wall and floor lamp series designed in 1952, in a modernist style. The lamp series was produced and sold by the Norwegian electricity company Sønnico (Oslo) for many years. In 1954 the table lamp, then known as “s-30016” was awarded the highly esteemed Golden Medal at the Milan Triennale.

In 2013 Northern decided to re-launch this design classic, taking care to preserve the original shape and highly functional features that at first made it such a well–loved light. The lamp series is available in white, grey or black colour with steel finish and black coloured shade with black or brass metal finish.

Birdy is also available as a floor lamp and wall lamp with short or long arm.

Birdy

In 1954, Dokka was the first Norwegian lamp to be awarded the highly regarded Gold Medal at the Milan Triennale. This functional light icon, also known as Pendel S-10053, was produced and sold by the Norwegian electricity company Sønnico (Oslo) for many years. In 2007 Northern Lighting re-launched this design classic, taking care to preserve the main shape and features that originally made it such a popular lamp.

• Materials: Steel and electroplated steel

• Measurements: H 24,5 cm x W 16,5 cm x D 16,5 cm

• Colours: White, black, light grey, dark grey, petrol blue and aqua green

• Inner colours: Brown version with bronze inner colour, otherwise white

• Wire: White rubber (white version) or black rubber (other versions), 250 cm

• Bulb: E 20 Max 60 W. Do not use reflective bulb

S-10053 "Dokka"

Dokka is a small light with a big history. Designed in 1954, it was the first lamp from Norway to receive a Golden Medal award at the prestigious Triennale di Milano. Acclaimed for its smooth contours, precise proportions and sleek handling of materials, Dokka had the potential to become a design classic from day one. It became one of the best-selling pendant lamps ever produced in Norway, then disappeared when the previous manufacturer discontinued their lighting range.


In 2007, Northern re-launched Dokka, taking care to preserve the features that made it a design classic. Today, the lamp is expertly crafted in steel or brass, and made to last. The light is available in a range of colours: black, dark grey, white, light yellow, rust red, dark green, warm beige, brushed steel and brushed brass. An icon of its time, Dokka is uniquely contemporary, and is destined to become a future antique.

Dokka

The Scandia chair was designed by Hans Brattrud in 1957 and is revolutionary in both shape and expression. By using horizontal ribs, Brattrud strung up a two-dimensional laminated shape and made it three-dimensional. The construction was ingenious at the time and provided the basis for a unique and timeless design. Today the Scandia chair range consists of a stackable chair, a lounge chair and an easy chair.

• Materials: Laminated wood in American walnut or American oak. Satin chrome steel bolt base

• Measurements: H 81 cm x W 66 cm x D 78 cm, SH 28 cm

• Colour: Natural wood, red, green, blue, white, black

• Accessories: Sheepskin overlay or cushion

Hove Møbler

Scandia Nett

Based on the same lamination technique as Brattrud's famous Scandia chair - Arktis is no less beautiful with its linear design and special look. This chair is crafted from massive beech. It is not only serving as a functional and comfortable seating option, but also as a stunning statement piece in any home.

Arktis

Mellemstrands Trevareindustri

Baccus

Times

Nesjestranda Møbelfabrikk

Darby Chair

The Broadway Chair is one of the highlights from Afdal’s career. With its turned siderails pointing upwards as horns the lounge chair Broadway makes a strong statement. This is a chair that won Torbjørn Afdal a gold medal at the craftsmanship fair “So Wohnt Europa” in Munich in 1959. He designed the chair with extreme attention to detail; the shape and transition between legs and armrest is beyond words.

Gold medal, So Wohnt Europa, Munich, 1959

Svein Bjørneng

Broadway

William Knutzen Studio

Ceramic

Knutzen Plate

Erik Pløen Studio

Pløen Vase 1

Pløen Vase 2

PLUS – Norway Designs

Glass

Motzfeldt Vase 3

Randsfjord Glassverk

Motzfeldt Vase 2

Motzfeldt Vase 1

Magnor Glassverk

Lindaas Vase

Bird

Knutzen Bowl

Knutzen Vase 2

Schneider & Knutzen

Knutzen Vase

Sørliemøbler

Halvorsen Chair

J. Tostrup

Enamel

Kittelsen Tableware

Silver

Metal

Korsmo Cutlery

John Sæther and Heians Kurvmakerverksted I/S

Rattan

Iron

Braided basket

2. prize, Bransjerådet for Møbel- og Innredningsindustriens konkurranse, gruppe C, 1970 (Then named Blankvals)

Vatne Lenestolfabrikk

Falcon

• Materials: Laminated lacquered wood in American walnut or American oak. Satin chrome steel bolt base.

• Measurements: H 82,5 cm x W 54 cm x D 51 cm, SH 42 cm

Gold medal, Deutsche Handwerksmesse, Munich, 1967

DOGA Award for Design and Architecture, Oslo, 1967

Scandia Jr.

The Scandia Collection by Hans Brattrud - one of the highlights in Norwegian and Scandinavian design heritage. Dining chair in laminated lacquered oak or walnut, fully coloured veneer or with light edges. Satin chrome or black bolt base. Made in the Fjordfiesta factory in Norway. 

• Materials: Laminated lacquered wood in American

walnut or oak. Satin chrome steel bolt base.

• Measurements: H 105 cm x W 75 cm x D 82 cm, SH 28 cm

Scandia Sr.

Salt & Pepper

Hadeland Glassverk

Unknown producer

Helseth Chair

Kåre Berven Fjeldsaa Studio

Fjeldsaa Vase 2

Fjeldsaa Vase 1

Bjørn Engø Studio

Copper

Trays

1. prize, Bransjerådet for Møbel- og Innredningsindustrien, 1965

Vestlandske Møbelfabrikk

Linen

Siesta

1. prize, Bransjerådet for Møbel- og Innredningsindustriens stolkonkurranse, 1960

K-4022 "Grønland"

K-2069a / K-2067

DOGA Award for Design and Architecture, Oslo, 1970

HX 70

DOGA Award for Design and Architecture, Oslo, 1967 & 1968

Emalox

Lounge chair in walnut with steel base in three different leather types. The 1001 series was designed by Sven Ivar Dysthe for Dokka Møbler in 1960. The 1001 AF Armchair earned him recognition from the American Institute of Decoration.

1001 AX

Upholstered lounge chair with fluted padding and a solid walnut and stainless steel base. The 1001 series was designed by Sven Ivar Dysthe for Dokka Møbler in 1959. 

Studio Else & Paul

Bronze

332010

Jewellery 2, Studio Else & Paul

Jewelry 1, Studio Else & Paul

Gustav Bahus Eftf.

532/73

61/2 "Bambi"

Wool

56/1 "Bambi"

The Bambi Chair, today produced by the Norwegian design company Fjordfiesta, is a striking piece of furniture that embodies the elegance and minimalism of Scandinavian design. Designed by Rudi Wulff, the chair features clean lines and a graceful, organic form reminiscent of its namesake. Crafted from high-quality materials, it combines functionality with a visually appealing aesthetic, making it suitable for both contemporary and classic interiors. The Bambi Chair is known for its comfortable seating experience and durable construction, reflecting Fjordfiesta's commitment to craftsmanship and sustainable design practices.

フィヨルドフィエスタ社が製造するバンビチェアは、北欧デザインの優雅さとミニマリズムを体現する印象的な家具です。ルディ・ウルフによってデザインされたこのチェアは、シンプルなラインと名前にちなんだ優雅で有機的な形状が特徴です。高品質な素材から作られ、機能性と視覚的な美しさを兼ね備えており、現代的なインテリアにもクラシックなインテリアにも適しています。バンビチェアは、快適な座り心地と耐久性のある構造で知られ、フィヨルドフィエスタの職人技と持続可能なデザインへのこだわりを反映しています。

Bambi Chair 

1st prize, Bransjerådet for Møbel- og Innredningsindustrien bordkonkurranse, 1962

Cyklus

Diplome d'honneur, Triennale di Milano, 1954

103/80

Before designing this table in 1961, Hermann Bongard won the prestigious Nordic Lunning design prize. Bongard’s Plus is not just a table; it is a conversation piece, an object that exists somewhere between the realms of design and art. Utopia Workshop is relaunching the Plus table in three versions.

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