Scandinavian Modern Black Ceramic Vase, 1960s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Slate black Scandinavian vase with diagonal incisions, pin-stripes. Designed by an anonymous
Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Pottery
Scandinavian Modern Black Ceramic Vase, 1960s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Slate black Scandinavian vase with diagonal incisions, pin-stripes. Designed by an anonymous
Pottery
Black Vase, Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand, Scandinavian Mid-Century Vintage
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in Stockholm, SE
A vase with a lovely black glaze designed by Gunnar Nylund at Rörstrand, the vase is 9 cm (3.6
Ceramic
1960s Scandinavian Ceramic Vase
Located in High Point, NC
1960s Scandinavian Ceramic Vase. This minimalist vase exemplifies the organic simplicity and
Ceramic
Gunnar Nylund Scandinavian Modern Vase, Brown / Black Har-fur Glaze, Rörstrand
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in Stockholm, SE
A dark vase brown base with black har-fur glaze with a lovely glaze designed by Gunnar Nylund at
Stoneware
Søholm Stentøj Black Glazed Vase, Scandinavian Modern, Denmark, 1960s
By Søholm Stentøj
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Classic and simplistic tubular handmade ceramic Scandinavian midcentury modern vase with shiny
Ceramic, Stoneware
Collection of Scandinavian Modern Green Ceramic Vases
By Upsala Ekeby, Kupittaan Savi, Arabia
Located in Turku, Varsinais-Suomi
vases not only serve as stunning statement pieces but also reflect a commitment to Scandinavian Vintage
Ceramic
Scandinavian Modern Black and Olive Glazed Ceramic Vase Nittsjö Keramik, 1960s
By Nittsjo Keramik
Located in Grythyttan, SE
This exquisite mid-century modern black and olive glazed ceramic vase from the 1960s is a fine
Earthenware
Vintage Scandinavian Art Glass Vase, 1970s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Vintage Scandinavian Art Glass Vase, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1970 to 1979. Additional
Glass
Wilhelm Kåge Argenta Vase, Stoneware, Scandinavian Modern, 1930s
By Gustavsberg, Wilhelm Kage
Located in Stockholm, SE
A vase of model Argenta, designed by Wilhelm Kåge at Gustavsberg . The vase is 11.5 cm high and in
Stoneware
Ceramic Vase Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand, Scandinavian Midcentury Vintage
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in Stockholm, SE
A ceramic vase with a stunning glaze designed by Gunnar Nylund at Rörstrand, the vase is 20.5 cm
Stoneware
$251Sale Price / set|42% Off
Scandinavian Modern Group of Ceramic Studio Vases, 1960s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Mixed lot of 3 small Scandinavian ceramic vases. All studio made by diffrent Scandinavian designers
Ceramic
Höganäs Stoneware Vase, Brown Glaze, Scandinavian Modern, 1960s
By Höganäs Keramik, Rörstrand, Carl-Harry Stålhane, Andersson & Johansson, Marianne Westman
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Clean, elegant and slender Swedish midcentury modern stoneware vase featuring a dark warm chocolate
Ceramic, Pottery, Stoneware
Stig Lindberg, Vase Model Domino, Gustavsberg, Scandinavian Modern
By Gustavsberg, Stig Lindberg
Located in Stockholm, SE
Stig Lindberg, tall vase model Domino, Gustavsberg, Scandinavian Modern. In good condition, smaller
Ceramic
Naive Scandinavian Coil Vase in Glazed Stoneware, 1970s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Unusual naively executed studio stoneware vase displaying sausage/coil roll technique. Hand applied
Stoneware
Scandinavian Modern Raku Ceramic Vase, Anthracite & Yellow, 1990s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Scandinavian modern Japanese inspired rustic raku ceramic decorative vase. Running yellow crackle
Ceramic, Pottery, Stoneware
Brown Ceramic Vase, Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand, Scandinavian Midcentury Vintage
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in Stockholm, SE
A lovely, brown vase designed by Gunnar Nylund at Rörstrand, it´s 24 cm (9.6) high and 6 cm (2.4
Ceramic
Scandinavian Modern Stoneware Floor Vase by Chris Moes, Denmark, 1966
Located in Odense, DK
A striking and monumental Scandinavian Modern stoneware floor vase by Danish ceramist Chris Moes
Stoneware
Arne Säfström, rare tulip vase in ceramic, Scandinavian Modern mid1900s
Located in Stockholm, SE
A rare decorative, stand out piece, tulip vase in ceramic, by Arne Säfström, Scandinavian Modern
Ceramic
Group of Scandinavian Modern Glazed Ceramic Studio Vases, 1970s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Mixed/curated group of 3 Scandinavian ceramic/stoneware pieces. A cylindrical vase with green and
Ceramic
Tall Orrefors scandinavian bicolor 1950 glass vase
By Orrefors
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Incredible Tall Orrefors scandinavian bicolor 1950 glass vase.
Glass
$409Sale Price|41% Off
Scandinavian Modern Chamotte Vase, Dark Brown & Cream Glaze, Denmark
Located in Valencia, VC
Scandinavian Modern Chamotte Vase Handmade in Denmark, circa mid-20th century A visually arresting
Ceramic, Clay, Earthenware
$410Sale Price|25% Off
Large 1960s Scandinavian Purple & White Encased Glass Vase Attr. Holmegaard
By Holmegaard
Located in London, England
A striking example of 1960s Scandinavian modern design, this large encased glass vase embodies the
Glass
Scandinavian Modern Vase by Tue Poulsen, Glazed Ceramic, 1960s
By Tue Poulsen, Knabstrup
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Tue Poulsen for Knabstrup, vase of glazed ceramics.
Ceramic
$791Sale Price|30% Off
Eva Jancke-Björk, Green Scandinavian Modern Handle Vase, 1940s, Sweden
By Eva Jancke-Björk, Bo Fajans
Located in Stockholm, SE
Beautiful Scandinavian Modern vase featuring ornamental, delicate handles. Crafted from earthenware
Earthenware
Bertil Vallien Art Glass Vase by Kosta Boda, Scandinavian Modern
By Kosta Boda, Bertil Vallien
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Bertil Vallien vase in art glass. Made by Kosta Boda.
Art Glass
Royal Copenaghen Scandinavian Midcentury Ceramic Vase and Bowl Set, 1950s
By Royal Copenhagen
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Scandinavian midcentury ceramic bowl or centerpiece and vase set with relief decoration produced by
Ceramic
Bøgild Sage Green Ceramic Vase, Handcrafted Scandinavian Modern Design
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Curvy and slender handmade ceramic vase with narrow opening. By designer Ole Bøgild for Lee Keramik
Ceramic, Clay, Pottery, Stoneware
Scandinavian Brutalist Glazed 3-neck Stoneware Vase, 1970s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Unusual stoneware vase executed in white, brown and maroon drip glazes . It features 3 necks and
Stoneware
$717Sale Price|20% Off
Nils Kähler for Kähler Scandinavian Midcentury Stoneware Vase, Denmark, 1950s
By Nils Kähler, Kähler
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern design stoneware vase designed by Nils Kähler and manufactured by
Ceramic, Stoneware
Scandinavian Modern Harald Notini "Flowerball" Vase for Pukeberg, Böhlmarks 1934
By Pukeberg Sweden, Harald Notini
Located in Stockholm, SE
The black Cryopas Flowerball vase, designed in 1934 by Harald Elof Notini for Böhlmarks and
Art Glass
$248Sale Price|72% Off
Scandinavian Modern Collectible Small Anthracite Stoneware Vase by Gunnar Borg
By Gunnar Borg, Höganäs Keramik
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This miniature, collectible stoneware vase was designed by Gunnar Borg for the Swedish manufacture
Ceramic, Stoneware
$459Sale Price|20% Off
Scandinavian Midcentury Modern Design Solid Brass Vase 1950s
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Scandinavian midcentury modern design vase in solid brass produed in Denmark, circa 1950s. Please
Brass
Scandinavian Modern Art Glass Vase by Börne Augustsson for Åseda
By Aseda
Located in Grythyttan, SE
sensibilities. The vase features a striking violet, so dark that it appears to be black, casing beneath a
Art Glass
Scandinavian Modern Ceramic Vase by Carl-Harry Stålhane, Sweden 1960s
By Rörstrand, Carl-Harry Stålhane
Located in Barcelona, ES
Glazed ceramic vase designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane for Rörstrand, Sweden 1960s. Cobalt blue and
Ceramic
Scandinavian Modern Ewald Dahlskog Ceramic Vase Produced by Bobergs Fajansfabrik
By Bo Fajans, Ewald Dahlskog
Located in Stockholm, SE
Ewald Dahlskog (1894-1950) ceramic vase Produced by Bobergs Fajansfabrik. Marked M/D118. Rare color
Earthenware
Valdemar Petersen for Bing & Grøndahl Scandinavian Ceramic Vases Set, 1960s
By Valdemar Petersen, Bing & Grøndahl
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Mid-Century Modern design cscandinavian ceramic pottery vases set designed by Valdemar Petersen for
Ceramic
Scandinavian Modern Vase "Pistill" by Mari Simmulson, Upsala-Ekeby, 1960's
By Upsala Ekeby, Mari Simmulson
Located in Örebro, SE
Scandinavian Modern vase "Pistill" by Mari Simmulson, Upsala-Ekeby, 1960's. Signed with makers mark
Earthenware
$240Sale Price|44% Off
Scandinavian Glazed Ceramic Cat Decanter or Vase by Bjerre, 1970s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
intended as a vase/decorative object but also can be used as a decanter. It is signed Bjerre and the year
Ceramic
Scandinavian Modern Stoneware vase by Eric & Ingrid Triller, Tobo, Sweden, 1950s
By Erich and Ingrid Triller
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Beautiful stoneware vase by Eric and Ingrid Triller, in a classic form with smooth, clean lines
Stoneware
Mid-Century Modern Glass Vase, Blue, Scandinavian Design, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid-Century Scandinavian Glass Vase, 1960s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1960 to 1969
Glass
1960s by Pirjo Nylander Finland Scandinavian Pottery Vase
By Pirjo Nylander
Located in Brescia, IT
Finnish pottery vase from the studio of Pirjo Nylander of Helsinki Finland. Perfect condition.
Pottery
$713Sale Price|20% Off
Scandinavian Modern Collectible Small Glazed Blue Stoneware Vase by Gunnar Borg
By Gunnar Borg, Höganäs Keramik
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This miniature, collectible stoneware vase was designed by Gunnar Borg for the Swedish manufacture
Ceramic, Stoneware
Kjell Engman Art Glass Vase for Kosta Boda, 1960s Scandinavian Modern
By Kjell Engman, Kosta Boda
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Kjell Engman vase in art glass. Made by Kosta Boda. Signed.
Art Glass
$713Sale Price / set|20% Off
Pair of Small Mid-Century Scandinavian Modern Collectible Wenge Stoneware Vases
By John Andersson, Höganäs Keramik
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
of 2 miniature vases was designed by John Andersson for the Swedish manufacture Höganäs Keramik
Ceramic, Stoneware
Scandinavian Modern Ceramic "Verona" Vase by Ingrid Atterberg, Upsala Ekeby 1960
By Ingrid Atterberg, Upsala Ekeby
Located in Grythyttan, SE
Elegantly crafted, this grey ceramic vase from the Verona series by renowned Swedish mid-century
Earthenware
Scandinavian Modern Ceramic Vases, Sylvia Leuchovius, Rörstrand 1976, Set of 2
By Rörstrand, Sylvia Leuchovius
Located in Grythyttan, SE
This stunning set of 2 vases made of chamotte clay designed by Sylvia Leuchovius, is produced at
Ceramic, Stoneware
Scandinavian Mid-Century Stoneware Vase by Tilgmans Pottery Sweden
By Tilgmans Keramik
Located in Waddinxveen, ZH
Nice stoneware vase of flower in bright colors by Tilgmans Pottery Sweden. Tthe name of the
Ceramic
$248Sale Price|72% Off
Scandinavian Modern Collectible Small Brown Stoneware Vase No.10 by Gunnar Borg
By Gunnar Borg, Höganäs Keramik
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This miniature, collectible stoneware vase was designed by Gunnar Borg for the Swedish manufacture
Ceramic, Stoneware
Mid-Century Scandinavian Studio Pottery Vase with Seal Ornament, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid-Century Scandinavian Studio Pottery Vase with Seal Ornament, 1960s, in Very Good conditions
Ceramic
Nils Thorsson Scandinavian Marselis Ceramic Vase for Royal Copenaghen, 1950s
By Nils Thorsson, Royal Copenhagen
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Ceramic scandinavian vase serie “Marselis” designed by Danish artist Nils Thorsson for Royal
Ceramic
Scandinavian Mid-century modern vintage pottery vases from Tilgmans, Sweden
By Tilgmans Keramik
Located in Skarpnäck, SE
A fantastic pair of large ceramic vases by Tilgmans, Sweden. Tilgmans is celebrated for its
Ceramic
Modernist, Scandinavian ceramic vase by Inger Persson for Rörstrand, Sweden
By Inger Persson, rorstrand studio
Located in Skarpnäck, SE
A rare studio-produced Brutalist ceramic vase designed and signed by Inger Persson for Rörstrand
Ceramic, Stoneware
Scandinavian Art Deco Koi Fish Vase in Patinated Metal, 1930s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A small figural vase depicting a rising koi fish. It is made from patinated metal/metals and is of
Metal
Brutalist Scandinavian Stoneware Vase with Brown Fat Lava Glaze, 1970s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Interesting square - block shaped vase with Sgrafitto inspired incised ribbings with fat brown lava
Stoneware
Scandinavian Modern Chamotte Stoneware Vase by Inger Persson for Rörstrand, 1960
By Rörstrand, Inger Persson
Located in Grythyttan, SE
Elevate your decor with this exquisite Scandinavian modern chamotte stoneware vase crafted by the
Stoneware
Just Andersen, Denmark Disko Metalware 1930 Scandinavian Twin Handle Vase #D133
By Just Andersen
Located in Rothley, Leicestershire
Just Andersen of Denmark Art Deco Disko metal, shaped vase with twin handles to neck. Understated
Metal
Vintage Display Vase, Scandinavian, Art Glass, Flower Sleeve, Decor, Mid Century
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a vintage display vase. A Scandinavian, art glass flower sleeve with frosted finish
Art Glass
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
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.
Whether it’s a Chinese Han dynasty glazed ceramic wine vessel, a work of Murano glass or a hand-painted Scandinavian modern stoneware piece, a fine vase brings a piece of history into your space as much as it adds a sophisticated dynamic.
Like sculptures or paintings, antique and vintage vases are considered works of fine art. Once offered as tributes to ancient rulers, vases continue to be gifted to heads of state today. Over time, decorative porcelain vases have become family heirlooms to be displayed prominently in our homes — loved pieces treasured from generation to generation.
The functional value of vases is well known. They were traditionally utilized as vessels for carrying dry goods or liquids, so some have handles and feature an opening at the top (where they flare back out). While artists have explored wildly sculptural alternatives over time, the most conventional vase shape is characterized by a bulbous base and a body with shoulders where the form curves inward.
Owing to their intrinsic functionality, vases are quite possibly versatile in ways few other art forms can match. They’re typically taller than they are wide. Some have a neck that offers height and is ideal for the stems of cut flowers. To pair with your mid-century modern decor, the right vase will be an elegant receptacle for leafy snake plants on your teak dining table, or, in the case of welcoming guests on your doorstep, a large ceramic floor vase for long tree branches or sticks — perhaps one crafted in the Art Nouveau style — works wonders.
Interior designers include vases of every type, size and style in their projects — be the canvas indoors or outdoors — often introducing a splash of color and a range of textures to an entryway or merely calling attention to nature’s asymmetries by bringing more organically shaped decorative objects into a home.
On 1stDibs, you can browse our collection of vases by material, including ceramic, glass, porcelain and more. Sizes range from tiny bud vases to massive statement pieces and every size in between.