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Scandinavian Modern Sterling Silver

SCANDINAVIAN MODERN STYLE

Scandinavian modernism is perhaps the warmest and most organic iteration of modernist design. The work of the designers associated with vintage Scandinavian modern furniture was founded on centuries-old beliefs in both quality craftsmanship and the ideal that beauty should enhance even the humblest accessories of daily life.

ORIGINS OF SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN 

CHARACTERISTICS OF SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

  • Bold, clean lines and simple, sturdy symmetries
  • Use of natural materials — native woods such as pine, ash and beech
  • Open, airy spaces
  • Promotion of functionality
  • Emphasis on craftsmanship; rooted in cabinetry profession and traditional construction techniques
  • Minimal ornamentation (little to no embellishment)
  • A neutral or light color palette owing to prominence of light woods

SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW

ICONIC SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS

VINTAGE SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS

The gentle, organic contours that are typical of Scandinavian design appear in the furnishings and decor created by Danish, Finnish and Swedish designers not as a stylistic gesture, but rather as a practical, ergonomic — and, as importantly, elegant — response to the human form.

Each nation produced exceptional talents in all areas of the applied arts, yet each had its forté. Sweden was home to Greta Magnusson Grossman and Bruno Mathsson — creators of the classic Grasshopper lighting series and Berlin daybed, respectively — but the country excelled most notably at ceramics. In the 1920s at the great Gustavsberg porcelain manufactory, Wilhelm Kåge introduced pieces in the Scandinavian style based on influences from folklore to Cubism; his skills were passed on to his versatile and inspired pupils Berndt Friberg and Stig Lindberg.

Likewise, Finland produced a truly ingenious Scandinavian modern furniture designer in the architect Alvar Aalto, a master at melding function and artistic form in works like the Paimio chair, created in collaboration with his first wife, Aino. Yet Finnish glassware was pre-eminent, crafted in expressive, sculptural designs by Tapio Wirkkala and Timo Sarpaneva.

The Danes excelled at chairs. Hans Wegner and Arne Jacobsen were exemplars of the country’s facility with wood, particularly teak

Wegner created such iconic pieces as the Round chair and the Wishbone chair; Jacobsen — while the revolutionary architect and furniture innovator produced the best-selling plywood Ant chair — designed two classic upholstered pieces of the 1950s: the Swan chair and Egg chair. The list of great Danes could go on and on, including Finn Juhl, a stylistic maverick and maker of the bold Chieftain chair; Poul Kjaerholm, with his lean metal-and-rattan aesthetic; and Verner Panton, who introduced a vibrant Pop note into international design.

Today, decades after their heyday, the prolific, ever-evolving Scandinavian modernists continue to amaze and delight, and interior designers all over the world use their pieces to bring warmth to any given space.

On 1stDibs, you will note both instantly recognizable vintage Scandinavian modern chairs, sofas, rugs and tables — those that have earned iconic status over time — and many new discoveries. 

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Style: Scandinavian Modern
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Bernadotte Large Bouillon Spoon, Three Pieces
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Georg Jensen sterling silver Bernadotte large bouillon spoon. Three pieces in stock. Measures: 16 cm. In very good condition. Stamped. The elegant cutlery Bernadotte was designed...
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Old Danish by Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Flatware Set 8 Service 40 Pcs Dinner
Located in Big Bend, WI
Superb dinner size Georg Jensen sterling silver cutlery set in the "Old Danish" pattern, designed by Harald Nielsen-40 total pieces. This s...
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1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Hans Hansen Silver Cutlery Susanne in Sterling Silver, Complete Lunch Service
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Hans Hansen silver cutlery Susanne in sterling silver. Complete silver lunch service for six people. A total of 18 pieces. Knife measures: 18.5 cm. Perfect condition. Stamped.
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sterling Silver

Tapio Wirkkala Kinetic Silver Moon Hopeakuu Pendant, 1974
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Hopeakuu (Finnish: silver moon) sterling pendant designed by Tapio Wirkkala, comprising nine concentric rings that move independently around a small orb at ...
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Vera Ferngren for GAB, Sweden, Three Coasters in Silver and Bakelite
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Vera Ferngren for GAB, Sweden Three coasters in silver and bakelite. Sweden, N9 = 1963. Measures: 6 cm. X 1.5 cm. Stamped. In perfect cond...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sterling Silver

Magnus Stephensen for Georg Jensen, "Argo" Serving Spade in Sterling Silver
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Magnus Stephensen for Georg Jensen. "Argo" serving spade in sterling silver. Measures: 23 x 6.5 cm. In very good condition. Stamped.
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Magnus Stephensen for Georg Jensen. "Argo" Children's Fork in Sterling Silver
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Magnus Stephensen for Georg Jensen. "Argo" children's fork in sterling silver. Two pieces in stock. Measures: 17.5 cm. In very good condition. Stamped.
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Bernadotte Silverware Georg Jensen Bouillon Spoon, 12 in Stock
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Bernadotte silverware Georg Jensen Bouillon spoon. 12 in stock Bernadotte, Georg Jensen silver cutlery, cutlery pattern 9 Sterling silver...
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Evald Nielsen Number 32 Fish Fork in Sterling Silver
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Evald Nielsen number 32 fish fork in sterling silver. Measures: 17.5 cm. Stamped. In very good condition.
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Rare Georg Jensen Old Danish Lunch Fork in Sterling Silver, Five Pieces
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Rare Georg Jensen Old Danish lunch fork in sterling silver. Five pieces in stock. In very good condition. Measures: 18 cm. Stamped. Large selection of Georg Jensen Old Danish in ...
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Old Danish Meat Fork in Sterling Silver
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Georg Jensen old Danish meat fork in sterling silver. In very good condition. Measures: 16.5 cm. Stamped. Large selection of Georg Jensen o...
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Rare Georg Jensen Old Danish fruit knife in sterling silver. Four pieces
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Rare Georg Jensen Old Danish fruit knife in sterling silver. Four pieces in stock. In very good condition. Measures: 16,5 cm. Stamped. Large selection of Georg Jensen Old Danish ...
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Caravel Lunch Knife in Sterling Silver
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Georg Jensen Caravel lunch knife in sterling silver. The elegant and timeless Caravel cutlery was designed by Henning Koppel in 1957. Measures: ...
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Hans Hansen Silverware Susanne, Dinner Fork in Sterling Silver, 2 Pieces
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Hans Hansen silverware Susanne, dinner fork in sterling silver. Measures: 18 cm. Perfect condition. Stamped. 2 pieces in stock.
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Caravel Dinner Knife in Sterling Silver, 6 Pieces
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Georg Jensen Caravel dinner knife in sterling silver. 6 pieces in stock. The elegant and timeless Caravel cutlery was designed by Henning Koppel in 1957. Measures: 22 cm. Stamped....
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Caravel dinner fork in sterling silver. 3 pcs in stock.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Georg Jensen Caravel dinner fork in sterling silver. 3 pcs in stock. The elegant and timeless Caravel cutlery was designed by Henning Koppel in 1957. Measures: 19 cm. Stamped. In...
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Hans Hansen Silver Cutlery Susanne in Sterling Silver, Complete Lunch Service
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Hans Hansen silver cutlery Susanne in sterling silver. Complete silver lunch service for six people. 6 dinner knives, 6 dinner forks, 6 bouillon spoons...
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sterling Silver

Rare Georg Jensen Old Danish Fish Knife in Sterling Silver, Ten Pieces
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Rare Georg Jensen Old Danish fish knife in sterling silver. Ten pieces in stock. In very good condition. Measures: 20.5 cm. Stamped.  
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Caravel Dinner Spoon or Soup Spoon in Sterling Silver, 3 Pcs
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Georg Jensen caravel dinner spoon / soup spoon in sterling silver. 3 pcs in stock. The elegant and timeless caravel cutlery was designed by Henning Koppel in 1957. Measures: 17.8 c...
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Danish Modern Sterling Silver Fork and Spoon Salad Server Set by Cohr
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A good, period Danish Modern sterling silver salad set by Cohr. With grape, leaf, and flower decoration to the finials. As best we know, the pattern is unnamed. From the beginning...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Woodlily by Frank Smith Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 12 Service 77 Pieces
Located in Big Bend, WI
Woodlily by Frank Smith (Glossy finish) sterling silver flatware set. This graceful pattern features a 'Danish-moderne style' with stylized leaf. This 77 piece set includes: 12 kniv...
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1940s American Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Bernadotte, a Set of 4 Herring Forks
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Bernadotte. A set of 4 herring forks. Measures: 11.5 cm. In very good condition. Early stamp. Swedish import stamp, 1930 s...
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1930s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sterling Silver

Diamant by A. Dragsted Danish Sterling Silver Flatware Set 117 Pcs Unique Modern
Located in Big Bend, WI
Wonderfully unique Mid-Century Modern "Diamant aka Diamond" by A. Dragsted Danish sterling silver flatware set of 117 pieces. This set includes: 10 dinner knives, 8" 10 dinner forks...
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Glass and Sterling Silver Ice Bucket and Stand, Strombergshyttan, Sweden, 1970s
Located in Copenhagen, K
Glass and sterling silver ice bucket and stand by Strombergshyttan, Sweden, 1970s. Transparent aqua blue tinted thick glass vessel, mounted with ...
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20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Copenhagen by Manchester Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 12 Service 53 Pieces
Located in Big Bend, WI
Lovely Scandinavian design copenhagen by Manchester sterling silver flatware set of 53 pieces. This set includes: 12 knives, 8 3/4" 12 forks, 7" 12 salad forks, 6 1/4" 12 teaspoons,...
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1940s American Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Bernadotte, Georg Jensen Silver Cutlery, 14 in Stock
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Bernadotte silverware Georg Jensen. 14 in stock. Bernadotte, Georg Jensen silver cutlery, cutlery pattern 9 Bernadotte Sterling silver 92...
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sterling Silver

Old Danish by Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 6 Service 32 Pieces
Located in Big Bend, WI
Georg Jensen sterling silver cutlery set in the "Old Danish" pattern by Harald Nielsen - 32 total pieces. Great starter set! This ...
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1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Vendome by Peter Hertz Danish Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 12 Service 73 Pcs
Located in Big Bend, WI
Unique Vendome by Peter Hertz Danish Scandinavian moderne sterling silver dinner flatware set of 73 pieces. This set includes: 12 knives, 8 1/2" 12 dinner forks, 7 1/2" 12 salad for...
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Early 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen, Sigvard Bernadotte, Modern sterling silver bowl
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Georg Jensen. Sigvard Bernadotte (1907-2002). Modern sterling silver bowl, dessin no. 823 Sterling silver bowl with round fluted feet, designed by Sigvard Bernadotte. Made in ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sterling Silver

Silver Crown Aka Kronesolv by Th. Olsens 830 Silver Flatware Set Service 64 Pcs
Located in Big Bend, WI
Unique silver crown AKA Kronesolv by Th. Olsens 830 sterling silver Scandinavian modern flatware set - 64 pieces. This set includes: 12 d...
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20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Sterling Silver

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Silver

Baronet aka Arvesolv #7 by Hans Hansen Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 95Pc
Located in Big Bend, WI
Baronet aka Arvesolv #7 by hans hansen sterling silver flatware set of 96 pieces. This pattern has a simple design with fine lines and bead-like detail on the tip of the handle. This...
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

TAPIO Wirkkala BOWLS, 4 pcs., Sterling silver, Hopeakeskus Oy, Tavastehus 1966.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
TAPIO Wirkkala BOWLS, 4 pcs., Sterling silver, Hopeakeskus Oy, Tavastehus 1966. Finnish design. Stamped. Measures: 9 cm. x 6 cm. In perfect condition.
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1960s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sterling Silver

Tapio Wirkkala Silver Punch Set
Located in Toronto, Ontario
A beautiful solid silver Pitcher and cups by Tapio Wirkkala for Kultakeskus, Oy. Created by a single craftsperson from start to finish.
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1970s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sterling Silver

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Silver

Royal Danish by International Sterling Silver Flatware Set 8 Service Dinner 67pc
Located in Big Bend, WI
Eight dinner size knives, 9 3/4" Eight dinner size forks, 7 3/4" Eight salad forks, 6 3/8" Eight teaspoons, 6 1/8" Eight hollow handle butter spreaders all-sterling, 6" Eight cocktai...
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1940s Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Savoy by Frigast Sterling Silver Flatware Set 12 Service 82 Pieces, Danish
Located in Big Bend, WI
12 knives 8 1/2", 12 Forks 7 3/4", 12 salad/fish forks 6 7/8", 12 teaspoons 6 1/8", 12 place soup spoons 7 3/8", 12 demitasse spoons 4 3/8", one gravy ladle 7", one serving spoon...
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Tapio Wirkkala, Set of Silver Pitchers and Cups, 18 Pieces, Finland 1970s
Located in Houston, TX
Tapio Wirkkala. Set of silver pitchers and cups, 18 pieces. Kultakeskus Oy, Hämeenlinna, Finland. Marked with makers mark, Finnish assay mark, 925H, Hämeenlinna town mark, ye...
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1970s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Grace by Orla Vagn Mogensen Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 77 Pieces
Located in Big Bend, WI
Renowned silversmith Mogensen was a silversmith in Denmark (Copenhagen) from 1949 to 1975. Orla Vagn Mogensen was also a top designer for Georg Jensen and produced some of the finest...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Woodlily by Frank Smith Sterling Silver Flatware Set for Eight Service 40 Pieces
Located in Big Bend, WI
Woodlily (Glossy) by Frank Smith sterling silver flatware set, 40 pieces. This graceful pattern features a "Danish-moderne style" with stylized leaf, openwork at the top of the handl...
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1940s American Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Hans Hansen, Kolding, Bowl of Sterling Silver Made in 1963
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Hans Hansen, Kolding. Bowl of sterling silver. Made in 1963. Stamped Hans Hansen 925S, anno 1963. Measures: 16.5 cm x 11.5 cm. In perfect condition.
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sterling Silver

Princess Fuchsia by Frigast Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 75 Pcs Modern
Located in Big Bend, WI
Exceptional Scandinavian modern "PRINCESS FUCHSIA" by Frigast Danish sterling silver flatware set of 75 pieces. This pattern is reminiscent of Georg Jensen's Blossom pattern. This se...
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1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Two Georg Jensen Dishes in Sterling Silver, Design: Henning Koppel
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Two Georg Jensen dishes in sterling silver, design: Henning Koppel. Model: K11. Hallmarked. In perfect condition. Length : 10.5 cm, width 9.0 cm.
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Cypres Six Serving / Soup / Dessert Spoons
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Georg Jensen sterling silver cypres six serving / soup / dessert spoons. Mid-20 century. Measures: 18 cm. In perfect condition. Marked.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sterling Silver

Hingelberg, Aarhus Sterling Silver Sauceboat with Handle in Ebony
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Hingelberg, Aarhus sterling silver sauceboat with handle in ebony. Danish design, circa 1960s. Marked. Measures: 16 x 9.5 cm. Weight: 315 grams. In perfect condition.
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1960s Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sterling Silver

Eight Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Bernadotte Lunch Knifes # 023
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Eight Georg Jensen sterling silver Bernadotte lunch knife # 023. Measures 20 cm. In perfect condition. Marked.
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sterling Silver

Six Piece A. Michelsen, Copenhagen Sterling Silver Cake Forks "Harlequin"
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Six piece, A. Michelsen, Copenhagen sterling silver cake forks "harlequin." In very good condition. 12 cm. long.
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sterling Silver

Wiwen Nilsson, a Pair of Screw Earrings, Sterling Silver
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Wiwen Nilsson, a pair of screw earrings, sterling silver, Lund, Sweden, 1941-1956. Measures: 2 cm. Stamped. In perfect condition.
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Cypres Two Lunch Forks
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Georg Jensen sterling silver Cypres two lunch forks. Measures: 17 cm. In perfect condition. Marked.  
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Cypres Four Lunch Knives
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Georg Jensen sterling silver Cypres four lunch knives. Measures: 20 cm. In perfect condition. Marked.
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sterling Silver

Grann & Laglye Danish Sterling Silver Tea Set of Four Pieces SKU 0407
Located in Big Bend, WI
Grann & Laglye. This lovely sterling silver four-piece tea set was made by Grann & Laglye of Denmark. The pieces have a three-D flower motif with beads on the finials, handles, and ...
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1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Hand-hammered Sterling Sculptural Necklace or Choker by Jan Arenhill, 1969
By Jan Arenhill
Located in Houston, TX
Unique sterling silver necklace by Jan Arenhill, Malmö. Malmö, Sweden, circa 1969, hand-hammered sterling silver. Impressed with following hallmarks: Year mark T9 1969. Artist's ...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Wiwen Nilsson Lund, Rare, Modernist Notebook in Silver
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Wiwen Nilsson Lund, Sweden (b. 1897-d. 1974). Rare, modernist notebook in sterling silver. Mid-20th century. In very good condition. Measures: 22.5 x 12.5 cm. Stamped.
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Scandinavian Modern sterling silver for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Scandinavian Modern sterling silver for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage sterling silver created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include serveware, ceramics, silver and glass, decorative objects, more furniture and collectibles and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, silver and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Scandinavian Modern sterling silver made in a specific country, there are Europe, Scandinavia, and Denmark pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original sterling silver, popular names associated with this style include Georg Jensen, Tapio Wirkkala, Anton Michelsen, and W. & S. Sorensen. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for sterling silver differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $80 and tops out at $29,000 while the average work can sell for $1,520.

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