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
Vintage Original Articulated Elephant Figurine by Kay Bojesen Denmark c 1950s
By Kay Bojesen
Located in Troy, MI
Vintage Kay Bojesen elephant figurine in oak circa 1950s
Two available and priced individually
Articulating legs head and trunk
Signed to undersid...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Oak
Kaj Franck / ASHTRAY/ “SAVUKIERRE(SMOKE SPIRAL)” KF116 / Nuutajarvi
Located in Shibuya-Ku, JP
USVA (HAZE) A piece designed in 1953, based on the technique.
The USVA (HAZE) technique was accidentally created by Gunnel Nyman and glassmaker Olavi Helander in 1947, when they were...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass
Kaj Franck / VASE(Unique Piece) / Nuutajarvi
Located in Shibuya-Ku, JP
Kaj Franck is often referred to as the 'conscience of Finland' for his functional, simple forms and colourful products with no decoration, but he has also left behind many unique pie...
Category
1960s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass
Kaj Franck / ASHTRAY/BOWL "USVA(HAZE)" KF112 / Nuutajarvi
Located in Shibuya-Ku, JP
One of the earliest art pieces at Nuutajarvi, probably designed in 1951 based on the model number.
Manufactured from 1952 to 1956.
USVA (HAZE) is a technique that Gunnel Nyman and gl...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass
1939 Large Vintage Swedish Pewter Vase
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful large round Pewter Vase from 1939 with an original glass inserter. Made in Sweden with a decorative wave pattern around the body and neo clas...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Pewter
Alvar Aalto Savoy Vase Model. 3030, Iittala 1950s
By Alvar Aalto, Iittala
Located in Helsinki, FI
Alvar Aalto entered and won a competition held at the Karhula-Iittala glass factory that was organized for the 1937 Paris World Fair. The year was 1936 and Aalto´s entry was called `...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Blown Glass
Kurt Ekholm / VASE / Arabia Finland / 1930s
By Arabia of Finland, Kurt Eckholm
Located in Shibuya-Ku, JP
Kurt Ekholm was one of the most important persons in the early days of Arabia and, by extension, the Finnish art industry.
He studied ceramic design at Tekniska Skolan (now Konstfac...
Category
1930s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Stoneware
Scandinavian Modern Anna-Lisa Thomson Stoneware Vase in Jade green, Sweden
Located in Stockholm, SE
Scandinavian Modern Anna-Lisa Thomson stoneware vase in Jade green, Uppsala Ekeby,
Introducing the stunning jade green vase by Anna-Lisa Tho...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Stoneware
John Andersson for Höganäs, Sweden. Unique ceramic vase with blue-green glaze
Located in Copenhagen, DK
John Andersson (1899-1969) for Höganäs, Sweden.
Unique ceramic vase with glaze in blue-green tones.
1950s/1960s.
Signed.
In perfect condition.
Dimensions: Diameter 10.0 cm x Height ...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Mari Simmulson for Upsala Ekeby. Onyx ceramic vase with glaze in black hues
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Mari Simmulson for Upsala Ekeby, Sweden.
Onyx ceramic vase with glaze in black hues. The lower half is unglazed.
Model 3051M
Approximately from the 1960s.
In excellent condition.
Ma...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Vicke Lindstrand for Ekeby. "Marianne" ceramic vase. 1950-1952
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Vicke Lindstrand for Ekeby. "Marianne" ceramic vase.
Brown and cream-colored glaze.
Model 630
1950-1952.
Marked.
In perfect condition.
Dimensions: D 11.0 cm x H 12.0 cm.
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Sylvia Leuchovius for Rörstrand Ateljé. Ceramic vase, 1970s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Sylvia Leuchovius (1915–2003) for Rörstrand Ateljé, Sweden.
Ceramic vase with white and aubergine-colored glaze.
Interior with blue glaze. Hand-glazed.
1970s.
Signed.
In perfect cond...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
"Istapp" Glass bowl, Willy Johansson for Hadeland
Located in Søgne, NO
Exclusive Glass Candy Bowl Designed by Willy Johansson
Are you a collector or art lover who appreciates Scandinavian design history? We are pleased to offer an exquisite glass candy bowl designed by the renowned Willy Johansson, one of Norway's leading glass designers from the 1950s and 1960s.
Product Details:
Designer: Willy Johansson
Manufacturing Place: Hadeland Glassverk
Material: Glass
Dimensions: 7.5 cm high, 19 cm in diameter
Unique Feature: The base design resembles icicles, giving the bowl a distinctive and beautiful appearance.
Year: 1970s
Original Use: Candy bowl
This beautiful candy bowl from the 1970s is a prime example of Johansson's masterful work, combining both functionality and aesthetic appeal. It represents the unique blend of mass production and exclusive art glass that characterizes his career.
About Willy Johansson
Willy Johansson was a pioneer in Norwegian glass design, known for his organic and pleasing design language. As a third-generation glassworker, he grew up in Jevnaker, where his father, Johan Wilhelm Johansson, worked as a glassblower at Hadeland Glassverk. Johansson got an early taste of the glass trade, delivering his father's breakfast to the glassworks as a young boy.
After finishing primary school, he started as an apprentice at Hadeland Glassverk and later continued his studies at the Norwegian National Academy of Craft and Art Industry, where he was taught by prominent figures like Jacob Prytz and Sverre Pettersen...
Category
1970s European Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Glass
Peder Hald, Danish ceramist. Unique ceramic vase with glaze in light tones.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Peder Hald (1892-1987), Danish ceramist.
Unique ceramic vase with glaze in light tones. Hand-glazed.
Ca. 1970.
Signed.
In perfect condition.
Dimensions: H 13.5 cm x 8.0 cm.
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Hertha Bengtson for Rörstrand. Unique ceramic vase. 1960/70s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Hertha Bengtson (1917-1993) for Rörstrand, Sweden.
Unique ceramic vase. Cylinder-shaped with brown glaze.
1960/70s.
Marked.
In perfect condition.
Dimensions: H 13.5 cm x 4.5 cm.
He...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Large Swedish Birch Dugout Bowl ca 1830
Located in Farsta, SE
Large Swedish Birch Dugout Bowl ca 1830
This beautiful bowl has a stunning blue and red patina where the two layers of paint complement each other over time.
Owner's mark on the bo...
Category
Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Birch
Exceptional Large Swedish Limestone Tobacco Box ca 1700-1830
Located in Farsta, SE
Exceptional Large Swedish Limestone Tobacco Box ca 1700-1830
This incredible stone box is crafted by a master carver and vividly showcases the subtl...
Category
Mid-18th Century Swedish Antique Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Limestone
A pair of Mid century brass candle sticks, Kara Denmark
Located in Balen, BE
A pair of Mid century brass candle sticks, Kara Denmark.
Solid brass and quality made in Denmark. Marked by the maker at the bottom.
A vintage pair with some age and patina marks.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
Annikki Hovisaari / BOTTLE / Arabia Finland / 1960s
Located in Shibuya-Ku, JP
Annikki Hovisaari was a Finnish female potter and designer.
She studied ceramics at the Central School of Arts and Crafts and from 1949, after graduation, was assigned to the Applied...
Category
1960s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Stoneware
Midcentury Stoneware Vase by Berndt Friberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Beautiful small stoneware vase by Berndt Friberg, in an ample apple form with a flat neck. Decorated with greenish blue hare’s fur glaze.
Berndt Friberg was a Swedish ceramicist, re...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Stoneware
A Taisto Kaasinen Ceramic Zeebra`s Sculpture, Arabia
Located in Helsinki, FI
An impressive ceramic sculpture designed by Taisto Kaasinen for Arabia in Finland in the 1960s. Featuring two resting zeebras, a mother and her baby, the design is in line with the a...
Category
1960s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Carl-Henry Stalhane, Green Glazed Vase, Sweden, 1960s
Located in New York, NY
A beautifully glazed mid-century vase executed by Carl-Henry Stalhane for the venerable Swedish based ceramics firm Rorstrand. Signed.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Kay Bojesen, Original Vintage Small Rabbit, designed 1957, signed
By Kay Bojesen
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
This is a charming and rare vintage original example of the small rabbit, designed by Kay Bojesen in 1957, the year before he died.
Constructed from oak, the joints are articulate...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Oak
Midcentury Stoneware Vase by Berndt Friberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Lovely miniature stoneware vase by Berndt Friberg, in an ample apple form with a thin neck. Decorated with warm ochre hare’s fur glaze.
Berndt Friberg was a Swedish ceramicist, reno...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Stoneware
Scandinavian Modern Blue Glass Bowl by Per Lutken for Holmegaard
By Holmegaard, Per Lütken
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This glass bowl is an iconic design by Per Lutken for Holmegaard that's classic an example of Scandinavian Modern as a teak wastebasket. This example, in blue glass, is in very good...
Category
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Glass
Lauritz Hjorth, Bornholm, Denmark. Small unique ceramic bowl.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Lauritz Hjorth, Bornholm, Denmark. Small unique ceramic bowl.
Blue-toned glaze.
1960s.
Marked.
In perfect condition.
Dimensions: D 8.5 cm x H 3.5 cm.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Smaller Danish horn-decorated earthenware vase with blue flowers on a light base
Located in DK
This smaller earthenware vase by Herman A. Kähler is horn-decorated with blue flowers on a light base.
When Herman H. C. Kähler took over the family company in 1917 as the third ge...
Category
Early 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Earthenware
Pair of vintage Gabriel vases
Located in Heerhugowaard, NL
Vintage set of Gabriel vases from Sweden, 1960s.
These vases have a bright cobalt blue glazing with brown textured finishing. They’re part of a series of pottery in this specific co...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery
Pair of Poul Petersen Danish Modern Sterling Silver Lilypad Compotes
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Danish Modern sterling silver compotes. Made by Poul Petersen in Canada, ca 1940. Each: Lilypad bowl with lobed rim and upturned back; flying c-scroll handle with applied ten...
Category
Mid-20th Century Canadian Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Sterling Silver
Pair of Poul Petersen Danish Modern Sterling Silver Lilypad Compotes
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Danish Modern sterling silver compotes. Made by Poul Petersen in Canada, ca 1940. Each: Lilypad bowl with lobed rim and upturned back; flying c-scroll handle with spit bud mo...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Sterling Silver
Carl-Henry Stalhane, Brown Glazed Vase, Sweden, 1960s
Located in New York, NY
A beautifully glazed mid-century vase executed by Carl-Henry Stalhane for the venerable Swedish based ceramics firm Rorstrand. Signed.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Timo Sarpaneva Art Glass Object "Claritas", Iittala
Located in Helsinki, FI
A beautiful claritas vase designed by Timo Sarpaneva and manufactured by Iittala in Finland. Each piece of the Claritas series is unique and made without a mould, showcasing the pure...
Category
Early 2000s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Blown Glass
Georg Jensen Danish Modern Sterling Silver Box
Located in New York, NY
Danish Modern sterling silver box. Made by Georg Jensen in Copenhagen. Rectangular with straight sides. Cover hinged and raised with flat border. Square corner supports. Fully marked...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Sterling Silver
Swedish Lime Stone Butterbox circa 1830
Located in Farsta, SE
Swedish Butterbox made of Öland Limestone circa 1830
The carvings on this butter box are extrodinarie, with its patina and wear.
The lid resembles a beautiful turtleshell.
Unlike the turtle in J.-K. Huysmans' beautiful novel À rebours...
Category
Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Limestone
Rare "Mobile" Sculpture by Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand, 1953
Located in Hägersten, SE
Rare "Mobile" sculpture by Swedish ceramic artist Carl Harry Stålhane. Handmade at Rörstrand workshop in Sweden in 1953. Made in only 25 examples. Made from porcelain with hand paint...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Porcelain
Carl-Henry Stalhane, Brown Glazed Vase, Sweden, 1960s
Located in New York, NY
A beautifully glazed mid-century vase executed by Carl-Henry Stalhane for the venerable Swedish based ceramics firm Rorstrand. Signed.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Carl-Henry Stalhane, Brown Glazed Vase, Sweden, 1960s
Located in New York, NY
A beautifully glazed mid-century vase executed by Carl-Henry Stalhane for the venerable Swedish based ceramics firm Rorstrand. Signed.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Scandinavian Centerpiece Bowl in Silver Plate & Purple Enamel, 1950s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Large conical silver plate bowl decorated to the interior with a deep aubergine purple enamel. Manufactured and designed in Denmark during the late 1950s by DGS (Danish Silver- & Gol...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Silver Plate, Enamel
Bertil Vallien for Kosta Boda Miniature Vase, 1990's
Located in Delft, NL
Unique miniature vase by Bertil Vallien for Kosta Boda. Collectable.
Category
1990s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Art Glass
Swedish Turned Birch Bowl ca 1820
Located in Farsta, SE
Swedish Turned Birch Bowl ca 1820
The bowl has a smooth surface with a beautiful upper line and a small stand that has been worn down from centuries of use.
The inside, with its tho...
Category
1820s Swedish Antique Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Birch
Art Deco Bronze Vase by GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget, Sweden, 1930s
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful bronze vase with amazing patina. Art Deco / Swedish Grace.
Made by GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget, Sweden, 1930s.
Great condition, with a few light scratches.
Stamped 'BRO...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
Timo Sarpaneva, Faceted Glass sculpture 'Orchid'
Located in Helsinki, FI
Timo Sarpaneva - Finland, 1926-2006
Timo Sarpaneva, Faceted Glass sculpture 'Orchid'
Clear glass, faceted sides
Color near champagne - this color was typical in few production yea...
Category
Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Crystal
Partially glazed stoneware dish by Danish ceramist
Located in DK
This partially glazed stoneware dish is by a Danish ceramist
The large stoneware dish/bowl is partially glazed.
It was made in Denmark ca. in the 1960s.
The dish is signed B. C. Arten
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Stoneware
Art Deco Lidded Bronze Box by GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget, Sweden, 1930s
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful lidded bronze box with amazing patina. Art Deco / Swedish Grace.
Made by GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget, Sweden, 1930s.
Excellent condition
Stamped 'BRONS' and makers mark.
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
Asymmetrical Vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand
Located in San Francisco, CA
A tall triangular vase in soft yellows by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand. Etched on base with the Rörstrand R and 3 crowns, GN, ASK.
Very good vintage condition. No chips or cracks in ...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Art Deco Longcase Clock, Denmark, 1950s
Located in Lejre, DK
Floor clock in elm wood, design and made in Denmark 1930s. Great original condition.
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Glass, Oak
Vintage Mid-Century Patinated Planter, GAB, Sweden, 1930s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Elegant, small 1930s bronze planter from GAB, in a eight-sided form with lovely elaborate handles.
GAB was founded in Stockholm in 1867 and was an important influence on the Swedish...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
Scandinavian Modern Vase "Diamond" by Asta Strömberg for Strömbergshyttan, 1960s
Located in Örebro, SE
Scandinavian Modern vase "Diamond" by Asta Strömberg for Strömbergshyttan, 1960s. Labeled and engraved on the bottom.
Good vintage condition, tiny dent most probably from the product...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Glass
Blue / Black / Brown ceramic vase - Gunnar Nylund - Rörstrand - Mid 20th century
Located in Stockholm, SE
A ceramic vase with a lovely blue/black and brown glaze designed by Gunnar Nylund at Rörstrand, the vase is 18,5 cm (7,4") high and 11 x 6.5 cm (4.4" x 2.6") in diameter. It´s in exc...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Six Clear Olle Alberius Designed Vases From Orrefors
Located in Doraville, GA
DESCRIPTION
Six Orrefors clear glass, hand blown, Flora vases designed by Olle Alberius in the 1970’s. The vases have a unique flower frog molded into the base.
Born in 1926 in Sweden, glass designer and ceramicist Olle Alberius trained in ceramics at the Stockholm College of Art, Crafts and Design from 1952–56. Over the course of his career, he worked in ceramic design at Syco and Rörstrand (1963–71), and, beginning in 1971, designed pieces for renowned Swedish glassware...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Blown Glass
Large Eva Jancke Björk Crackle Glazed Lidded Urn. Bo Fajans, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Malmö, SE
A grand Scandinavian Modern urn with amazing off white crackle glaze.
Designed by Eva Jancke-Björk for Bo Fajans, Sweden, 1940s.
This urn (model 3428) was in production 1943-1951.
...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Scandinavian Modern Black and Olive Glazed Ceramic Vase Nittsjö Keramik, 1960s
Located in Grythyttan, SE
This exquisite mid-century modern black and olive glazed ceramic vase from the 1960s is a fine example of Nittsjö Keramik craftsmanship, originating from the picturesque county of Da...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Earthenware
Stoneware Vase by Swedish Ceramist Claes Thell, 1977
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful stoneware vase with amazing glaze.
Made by Claes Thell, in the Artist's studio, Höganäs, Sweden, 1977.
Excellent condition. Signed Thell '77.
Claes Thell is a Swedish ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
A Pair Of Timo Sarpaneva "Claritas" Vases, Iittala 1980s
Located in Helsinki, FI
A pair of beautiful claritas vases designed by Timo Sarpaneva and manufactured by Iittala in Finland in the 1980s. Each piece of the Claritas series is unique and made without a moul...
Category
1980s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Blown Glass
Lisa Larson, Bulldog Ceramic Sculpture, Gustavsbergs Studio, Sweden
By Gustavsberg
Located in Stockholm, SE
A sculpture by Lisa Larson at Gustavsbergs Studio, Sweden in the late 20th century. The sculpture is 14 cm (5,6") high and 17 x 14 cm (6.8" x 5.6") long and in excellent condition. I...
Category
Late 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Beautiful Green/Gray drip vase - Carl-Harry Stålhane Rörstrand Scandinavian
Located in Stockholm, SE
A green/gray ceramic vase with a stunning glaze, the vase is in shape of a drip designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane at Rörstrand in the mid 20th century. The vase is 10.5 cm (4.2") high ...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Kay Bojesen, Vintage Articulated Oak Elephant, designed 1953, Denmark
By Kay Bojesen
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
We are pleased to offer three vintage examples of the wooden elephant toy that was designed by Kay Bojesen in 1953.
Constructed in oak, the leg, neck and trunk joints are articula...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Oak
Royal Copenhagen Crackle Glazed Vase. Thorkild Olsen, Denmark, 1950s
Located in Malmö, SE
Elegant Royal Copenhagen crackle glazed vase with gilded banding on the base.
Designed by THORKILD OLSEN (1890-1973) for ROYAL COPENHAGEN. Made in Denmark, 1950s.
Great condition. T...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Porcelain
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Antique Small Wooden Boxes