Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
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
- Emerged in the 1930s
- Originated primarily in Denmark, Sweden and Finland
- Introduced in the United States in mid-20th century
- Informed by the Bauhaus and modernism; influenced American mid-century modernism
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
- Alvar Aalto
- Hans Wegner
- Kaare Klint
- Arne Jacobsen
- Greta Magnusson Grossman
- Finn Juhl
- Arne Vodder
- Verner Panton
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
Large brass Utensil Set Utensils
By Stelton
Located in Berlin, DE
Brass Utensil Set with Hanger, Fork, Spoon, Ladle and Spatula, Large Utensils for Cooking and Serving, Country Kitchen, Vintage 1970s
Category
Mid-20th Century German Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
Danish Modern 'Sea of Glaze' Stoneware Dish by Gordon P. , 1970s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Japanese inspired Scandinavian rectangular stoneware dish by the Danish ceramist Gordon Petersen. This type is commonly referred to as a Sea of Glaze in Denmark due to the thick glos...
Category
1970s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Stoneware
Carlo Giannini Caffettiera Chicca Italian Design 60ies
By G. Gianni
Located in Berlin, DE
A Carlo Giannini, Italy, espresso maker, the bullet shaped aluminium body with black plastic handle and tall cylindrical finial, 26cm high
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Aluminum
Large 'Stellaria' Bowl by Tapio Wirkkala
Located in Dronten, NL
Large Tapio Wirkkala Stellaria bowl #3450 by Iittala in mould-blown clear glass.
Engraved: Tapio Wirkkala 3450.
Marked with a remnant of an Iittala sticker.
Tapio Wirkkala (1915-198...
Category
1960s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Glass
Plaster sculpture "Blanzeflor" by Swedish sculptor Stig Blomberg, Sweden, 1942
Located in Hägersten, SE
Sculpture depicting "Blanzeflor" by Swedish sculptor Stig Blomberg. Made ca 1942-43 in Sweden. Plaster on a teak base. Signed by the artist on the back. Good vintage condition with a...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Plaster, Teak
A pair of glass vases - Bengt Orup "Tona" - 1950s - Johansfors, Sweden
Located in Stockholm, SE
A pair of vases of model "Tona" which is Swedish for "Fades", the vases fades from transparent in to Blue at the top. They are designed and produced at Johansfors by Bengt Orup that ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Glass
Oak and Polychrome "Öresund" Desk Organizer by Børge Mogensen, Karl Andersson
Located in Hägersten, SE
Desk organizer model A4/3 from the Öresund series designed by Børge Mogensen. Produced in Sweden by Karl Andersson & Söner during the 1960s. Made from solid oak with three drawers in...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Oak, Lacquer
Carl Harry Stålhane for Rörstrand, Sweden. Large vase in hare's fur glaze.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Carl Harry Stålhane (1920-1990) for Rörstrand, Sweden.
Large vase in hare's fur glaze with brown tones.
1950s.
In perfect condition.
Second factory quality.
Dimensions: H 37.0 cm x ...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Pierre Forssell, 3 Brass Star Candleholders for Skultuna, Sweden, 1960s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pierre Forssell - 3 Brass Star Candleholders for Skultuna, Sweden, 1960s
Maker's mark and signature on bottom.
Pierre Forsell (1925 - 2004) grew up in central Stockholm. He was...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
Mid Century Sterling Silver Candlestick & Tray Set - JJ McGreal London 1977
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in London in 1977 by John James McGreal, this very stylish, Sterling Silver Pair of Candlesticks & Tray Set, are in the Mid Century Modern style, with textured detailing t...
Category
1970s English Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Sterling Silver
Otto Keramik Red fat lava Glatze WGP Ceramic 60ies
Located in Berlin, DE
Otto Keramik Red fat lava Glatze WGP Ceramic 60ies
Category
Mid-20th Century German Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Stoneware "Farsta" Platter by Wilhelm Kåge, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Stockholm, SE
“Farsta” bowl or platter, made from stoneware in a smooth, thick form. Striking glaze in nuances of reddish brown, ochre and green.
“Farsta” stoneware is recognized as being the bes...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Stoneware
Hutschenreuther Muschelvase 70ies Bisquit
Located in Berlin, DE
60er - 70er Jahre Pop Art Vase von Hutschenreuther aus Bisquitporzellan Muschel
Category
Mid-20th Century German Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Plastic
Pernod Wasserkrug in blau France 80ies
By Stelton
Located in Berlin, DE
Dieser gebrauchte Wasserkrug mit einer Fassungsvermögen von 1/2 L ist ein Sammlerstück für alle Fans von Pernod. Der blaue Krug ist besonders selten und eignet sich nicht nur zum Geb...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Rare Swedish Large Laggkärl, circa 1830-50
Located in Farsta, SE
Rare Swedish Large Laggkärl, circa 1830-50
This barrel was used for keeping things cold, primarily for preserving fish and meat. Its legs allow for placement underneath, for ice, an...
Category
1840s Swedish Antique Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Pine
Black Ceramic Vessel with White Glaze, signed
Located in BARCELONA, ES
Investing in this Black Ceramic Vessel with White Glaze, signed by the artist, offers a unique opportunity to own a piece of contemporary ceramic...
Category
Mid-20th Century European Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Enamel
Bertil Vallien for Kosta Boda, Att. Silver Boat Series, Art Glass Sculpture
Located in Frome, GB
This striking work of Swedish art glass design is by Bertil Vallien (b. 1938 - ), a celebrated glass artist, sculptor, ceramist, and designer. This piece is attributed as a variation...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Art Glass
Tamara Aladin for Riihimäen Lasi, Finland. Art glass vase, 1960s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Tamara Aladin (1932-2019) for Riihimäen Lasi, Finland.
Art glass vase in turquoise.
Model 1365.
1960s.
Marked.
Perfect condition.
Dimensions: H 16.0 cm x D 7.0 cm.
Category
1960s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Art Glass
Evan Jensen Bronze Vase, Denmark 1930’s
By Evan Jensen
Located in Valby, 84
bronze vase by Evan Jensen, crafted in Denmark during the 1930s. Renowned for his mastery of bronze work and innovative designs, Jensen’s pieces are highly sought after by collectors and enthusiasts alike.
This stunning vase showcases Jensen’s exceptional craftsmanship and artistic vision, with its graceful silhouette and intricate detailing. The rich patina of the bronze adds depth and character to the piece, while the organic forms and geometric accents create a harmonious balance of tradition and modernity.
Standing as a testament to the golden age of Danish design, this vase embodies the principles of Scandinavian craftsmanship and aesthetic refinement. Its versatile design allows it to effortlessly complement a variety of interior styles, from Art Deco to contemporary.
Whether displayed as a standalone statement piece or adorned with fresh flowers, this Evan Jensen bronze...
Category
1930s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
Kofferradio CSH-502 von Belair Klappbar mit Kassettenteil I 60er Jahren
By Stelton
Located in Berlin, DE
Seltenes Stereo Kofferradio in einzigartigem Zustand
Sehr guter Klang
Dual-Lautsprecher
Mit Originalmikrophon
Category
Mid-20th Century German Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Plastic
Tobia Deckenleuchte Brown/White/Chrome - Lindby
By Stelton
Located in Berlin, DE
Höhe (mm):
145 mm
Ø (Durchmesser) (mm):
500 mm
Leuchtmittel: 3
Category
Mid-20th Century German Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Plastic
Original Steiff Rehkiz Germany 50ies
By Steiff
Located in Berlin, DE
Original Steiff Rehkiz Germany 50ies in very good condition
Category
Mid-20th Century German Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Mohair
Group of 5 Ceramic Vases - Rubus Rörstrand - Gunnar Nylund
Located in Stockholm, SE
A group of five vases of model Rubus designed by Gunnar Nylund at Rörstrand in the 1950s. The vases are between 8.5 - 22 cm high and in excellent condition. Three of the vases are 1...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Porcelain
Sculpture by American born artist David Eisenhauer. Mixed media, Sweden 1985
Located in Hägersten, SE
Sculpture by American born artist David Eisenhauer. Mixed media, made in Sweden in 1985. Signed in pen to the bottom "Sculpture nr 109, David Eisenhauer, 1985." Very good vintage con...
Category
1980s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Composition
Gray / Brown Vase with handles Eva Jancke-Björk - Bo Fajans 1940s
Located in Stockholm, SE
A gray and brown vase with lovely handles designed by Eva Jancke-Björk at Bo Fajans in Gefle in the 1940s. It is 13.5 cm high and about 18 cm in diameter. The vase is in excellent co...
Category
Early 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Well shaped 70´s design Jopeko Keramik " gastliches Heim " vase 1840 / 25
Located in Berlin, DE
Diese Vase mit dem LABEL "Gastliches Heim" ist die Antwort der DDR auf die Stilrichtung "fat lava".
Die strengen geometrischen Formen stehen im wunderbaren Kontrast zur rauhen Oberfl...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Juego de 4 candelabros vintage de Werner Stoff para Hans Nagel, Alemania 1960
By Stelton
Located in Berlin, DE
3.94ʺW × 3.94ʺD × 2.36ʺH
Brutalist Design.
Category
Mid-20th Century German Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Chrome
Arne Hovmand-Olsen Grandfather Clock 1965 in Teak
Located in Handewitt, DE
Arne Hovmand-Olsen, conical shaped Grandfarher clock 1965. With brass hands and brass hour marks. Inside with shelfes. Made in teak.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
Group of 4 Red & Black Ceramic Vases - Gustavsberg - Stig Lindberg
Located in Stockholm, SE
A group of four vases designed by Stig Lindberg at Gustavsberg in the 1950s. The vases are between 9.5 - 20.5 cm high and in excellent condition. They are all marked as 1st quality. ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Porcelain
VINTAGE TOMI LEATHER STUFFED POLAR BEAR WITH LABEL VGC 60ies
By Stelton
Located in Berlin, DE
Vintage Tomi Leather Stuffed Polar Bear with Label & Tag VGC 1960's100% of item proceeds benefits a non-profit animal shelter: The Ferret Association of CT*Used but in very good used...
Category
Mid-20th Century Oceanic Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Leather
Tamara Aladin for Riihimäen Lasi, Finland. Art glass vase in turquoise.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Tamara Aladin (1932-2019) for Riihimäen Lasi, Finland.
Art glass vase in turquoise.
Model 1440.
1960s.
Marked.
Perfect condition.
Dimensions: H 16.0 cm x D 6.0 cm.
Category
1960s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Art Glass
Fliese Nygarden Designobjekt signiert 70ies
By Stelton
Located in Berlin, DE
Seltenes Fundstück aus den 70er Jahren. Die expressive Technik ist vergleichbar mit der von Lava-Vasen. Es handelt sich um ein Einzelstück, das auf der Rückseite gelabelt ist.
Die Fl...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Aimo Okkolin for Riihimäen Lasi, Finland. Petrol blue "Stromboli" vase.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Aimo Okkolin for Riihimäen Lasi, Finland.
Petrol blue "Stromboli" vase.
Model 1436.
Perfect condition.
Signed.
Dimensions: D 13.0 cm x H 15.0 cm.
Category
20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Art Glass
1970er Cylinda Eiskübel aus Edelstahl mit Zange von Arne Jacobsen für Stelton
By Stelton
Located in Berlin, DE
The Arne Jacobsen ich cube by Stelton is part of the Cylinda Line hollowware range from 1967.
Since the very beginning, Cylinda Line has been an undisputed icon of Scandinavian des...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Stainless Steel
Scandinavian Modern Harald Notini "Flowerball" Vase for Pukeberg, Böhlmarks 1934
Located in Stockholm, SE
The black Cryopas Flowerball vase, designed in 1934 by Harald Elof Notini for Böhlmarks and produced by Pukeberg's Glass Factory, stands as a sublime functionalist piece in opaque gl...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Art Glass
Erkkitapio Siiroinen for Riihimäen Lasi. Two vases in green and clear art glass
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Erkkitapio Siiroinen for Riihimäen Lasi, Finland. Two vases in green and clear mouth-blown art glass.
Model 1379.
Perfect condition.
Signed.
Large vase: H 20.0 cm x D 11.0 cm.
Small ...
Category
20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Art Glass
Thermos jug model Quack designed by Maria Berntsen for Georg Jensen
By Georg Jensen
Located in Berlin, DE
Thermos jug model Quack, designed by Maria Berntsen for Georg Jensen in the 1990s. This piece has an attribution mark,
I am sure that it is completely authentic and take full respons...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Plastic
Group of 4 Green Speckled Vases Ceramics, Rörstrand - Gunnar Nylund
Located in Stockholm, SE
A group of four green vases with a stunning glaze designed by Gunnar Nylund and Carl-Harry Stålhane at Rörstrand in the 1950s. The vases are between 19 - 24,5 cm high and in excelle...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Porcelain
Group of 7 Brown Ceramic Vases, Rörstrand - Gunnar Nylund & Carl-Harry Stålhane
Located in Stockholm, SE
A group of seven vases and bowls by Carl-Harry Stålhane, two bowls at Rörstrand and one vase by Gunnar Nylund in the 1950s and 1960s. The vases are between 6.5 - 25.5 cm high and in ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Porcelain
Skultuna, Sweden. Two wall-mounted candle holders in brass.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Skultuna, Sweden. A pair of wall-mounted candle holders in brass.
Designed by Pierre Forsell in the 1970s.
Produced in the 2000s.
Marked.
In perfect condition.
Height: 48.5 cm.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
Durchsichtige Glas-Hängelampe von Peill & Putzler Germany 70ies
Located in Berlin, DE
Eine durchsichtige Glas-Hängelampe von Peill & Putzler - um 1970. Original-Verkabelung. Für eine E27 Glühbirne (nicht im Lieferumfang). Lieferumfang exakt wie abgebildet - Sie erhalt...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Glass
Holmegaard, Denmark. "Provence" bowl in blue art glass. 1970s.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Holmegaard, Denmark. "Provence" bowl in blue art glass.
1970s.
In perfect condition.
Dimensions: D 28.0 cm. x H 9.5 cm.
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Art Glass
Group of 4 Blue Vases & bowl Ceramics, Rörstrand - Carl-Harry Stålhane
Located in Stockholm, SE
A group of four vases and a bowl with stunning glazes designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane at Rörstrand in the 1950s. The vases are between 16.5 - 28 cm high and in excellent condition. ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Porcelain
Eva Jancke-Björk - Round, Dark Yellow Vase with relief - Bo Fajans 1940s
Located in Stockholm, SE
A dark yellow vase designed by Eva Jancke-Björk at Bo Fajans in Gefle in the 1940s. The vase is 17 cm high and in excellent condition.
Category
Early 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Tamara Aladin for Riihimäen Lasi. Art glass vase in turquoise. 1960s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Tamara Aladin (1932-2019) for Riihimäen Lasi, Finland.
Art glass vase in turquoise.
Model 1365.
1960s.
Marked.
Perfect condition.
Dimensions: H 16.0 cm x D 7.0 cm.
Category
1960s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Art Glass
Swedish glass book stands by Erik Höglund Boda, Sweden, 1960s
By Erik Höglund, Boda
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Beautiful sculptural book stands designed by Erik Höglund. Produced by Swedish company Boda suring the 1960s.
Made in frosted glass. Signed on bottom.
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Glass
Göran Wärff for Kosta Boda, Sweden. Art glass vase in clear glass.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Göran Wärff (1933-2022) for Kosta Boda, Sweden.
Art glass vase in clear glass. Modernist design.
Model 47809.
From the 1970/80s.
Perfect condition.
Dimensions: W 16.0 cm x 23.0 cm.
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Glass
Anna-Lisa Thomson Vase "Paprika" Produced by Upsala Ekeby, Sweden 1950's
Located in Örebro, SE
Scandinavian Modern Anna-Lisa Thomson Vase "Paprika" Produced by Upsala Ekeby, Sweden, 1950's
Wear and patina consistent with age and use. Som...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Nanny Still for Riihimäen Lasi, Finland. Bottle in petrol blue art glass
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Nanny Still (1926-2009) for Riihimäen Lasi, Finland.
Vase/bottle in petrol blue mouth-blown art glass.
1960s.
Perfect condition.
Signed.
Dimensions: H 34.0 cm x D 5.8 cm.
Category
1960s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Art Glass
Group of 4 Green / Turquoise Ceramic Vases - Rörstrand - Gunnar Nylund -
Located in Stockholm, SE
A group of four vases with a stunning glaze designed by Gunnar Nylund at Rörstrand in the 1950s. The vases are between 18.5 - 26 cm high and in excellent condition. They are all mark...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Porcelain
Group of 6 Brown Vases Ceramics, Rörstrand - Gunnar Nylund & Carl-Harry Stålhane
Located in Stockholm, SE
A group of two vases designed by Gunnar Nylund and four vases by Carl-Harry Stålhane at Rörstrand in the 1950s and 1960s. The vases are between 6.5 - 25.5 cm high and in excellent c...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Porcelain
Arthur Percy, Vase, Ceramic, Sweden, 1930s
By Arthur Percy, Gefle
Located in High Point, NC
A green-glazed ceramic vase designed by Arthur Percy and produced by Gefle, Sweden, 1930s.
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Two Brown and green-glazed Gunnar Nylund Bowls, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Two Classic brown and beige-glazed stoneware bowls designed and produced in Sweden, 1940s. Marked as 1st quality.
Gunnar Nylund, born in Paris in 1904 to parents engaged in sculptin...
Category
1950s European Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Stoneware
Modernist Sculptural Hagenauer Style Brutalist Copper Candleholder, Austria 1950
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article:
Brutalist candleholder
Origin:
Austria
Material:
Copper
Decade:
1950s
This original vintage candleholder, was designed and produced in the ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Copper
Bronze Art Deco Vase by SVM Handarbete, Sweden, 1930s
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful art deco bronze vase with amazing patina.
Made by SVM, Svenska Metallverken AB, Sweden, 1930s.
Great condition, with only a few light scratches.
Stamped 'HANDARBETE' ...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
Heikki Orvola for Nuutajarvi Notsjo Vase Made in Finland
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Heikki Orvola for Nuutajarvi Notsjo Oranfe Vase with Black Circle Design. Vase was designed in several sizes. Very Iconic Design of the period. In very nice original condition!
Category
1970s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Blown Glass
Sculptural Cast Iron Floor Candelabra, Denmark 1970’s
Located in Valby, 84
the captivating beauty of this sculptural cast iron floor candelabra, originating from Denmark in the 1970s. Crafted with exquisite attentio...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Iron
EM77 Vacuum jug by Erik Magnussen for Stelton Set in white Danish design
By Stelton
Located in Berlin, DE
We have Stelton's vacuum jugs in elegant design and different colours. The thermos keep your beverages hot or cold for hours and are perfect for coffee, iced coffee, tea, or cocoa an...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Plastic
Scandinavian Modern decorative objects for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Scandinavian Modern decorative objects 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 decorative objects created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass, more furniture and collectibles and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with ceramic, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Scandinavian Modern decorative objects made in a specific country, there are Europe, Scandinavia, and Sweden pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original decorative objects, popular names associated with this style include Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund, Gustavsberg, and Upsala Ekeby. 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 decorative objects differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $48 and tops out at $149,456 while the average work can sell for $883.
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