208 - Sven Markelius (1889–1972)

Sven Markelius (1889–1972) Pendant Light Metal Manufacturer: ASEA H166 D80 cm A pendant light of architectural proportions—166 cm high and 80 cm in diameter—this piece, produced by ASEA, a historic Swedish manufacturer of electrical equipment and lighting, exemplifies Markelius’s foundational approach: formal purity, a dialogue between industry and beauty, and technical mastery in the service of timeless elegance. Its sculptural presence makes it much more than a light fixture: an architectural element capable of defining an entire space. A rare opportunity to acquire a piece of Scandinavian modernism designed by one of its most illustrious representatives. Sven Markelius (1889–1972) A leading Swedish architect and designer, Sven Markelius was a central figure in Scandinavian functionalism. Designer of the Swedish Pavilion at the New York World’s Fair (1939) and co-designer of the United Nations Headquarters in New York alongside Le Corbusier, he epitomizes the international influence of Nordic design. His works are housed at the Nationalmuseum in Stockholm, which has dedicated numerous retrospective exhibitions to him.