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Contemporary Scandinavian Design "Objects of Use" Multi-function Object #6
By Maria Bruun, Anne Dorthe Vester
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Objects of use is the result of two worlds meeting. Two professions intertwining. Two people
Category

2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Brass

Contemporary Scandinavian Design "Objects of Use" Multi-function Object #5
By Maria Bruun, Anne Dorthe Vester
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Objects of use is the result of two worlds meeting. Two professions intertwining. Two people
Category

2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Brass

Scandinavian Modern Wood Box
Located in New York, NY
A round Scandinavian Modern teak wood box with lid, circa mid-20th century, Scandinavia. A great
Category

Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Teak

Decorative Set of Two Modern Glazed Scandinavian Vessels
By Dansk
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Decorative set of two modern glazed Scandinavian vessels. The tall pottery vase marked "Kragten
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery

Decorative Set of Two Modern Glazed Scandinavian Vessels
By Dansk
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Decorative set of two modern glazed Scandinavian vessels. The tall pottery vase marked "Kragten
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery

Decorative Set of Two Modern Glazed Scandinavian Vessels
By Dansk
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Decorative set of two modern glazed Scandinavian vessels. The tall pottery vase marked "Kragten
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery

Ole Palsby Scandinavian Modern Decorative Stainless-Steel Basket Copenhagen
Located in Miami, FL
Denmark. Scandinavian Modern from the 1980s. Makers Mark at the Ring.
Category

Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Baskets

Materials

Stainless Steel

Scandinavian Modern Tapio Wirkkala Two Crystal Line Cut Art-Objects Handblown
By Tapio Wirkkala, Iittala
Located in EL Waalre, NL
Tapio Wirkkala - A set of both sizes crystal art-object, model 3545 - Iittala Finland 1957 & 1958
Category

Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vases

Materials

Crystal

Scandinavian Decorative Art Glass Bowl
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Scandinavian Decorative Art Glass Bowl.
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Art Glass

Scandinavian Modern Box in Pewter, Guldsmedsaktiebolaget GAB -1934
By GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget
Located in Örebro, SE
Art Deco pewter box, Guldsmedsaktiebolaget GAB -1934, with engraving AB. Wear and patina consistent with age and use. Dents, dings and scratches. The inside of the lid with visible ...
Category

Vintage 1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Pewter

Scandinavian Modern Cigar Box by Knud Albert, 1960s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Along with Alfred Klitgaard Knud Albert is regarded as one of the most prolific wood artist of the 1960s. Although KA is mostly known for his strange modernist sculptures this rare b...
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Bone, Wood

Scandinavian Modern Silver Box from C. G. Hallberg, Sweden -1937
By CG Hallberg
Located in Örebro, SE
Beautiful Scandinavian Modern box in silver from C. G. Hallberg, Sweden -1937. Decorated with a
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Vintage 1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Silver

Plizè Medium, Scandinavian Modern Design Box with Hanna Anonen
By Hanna Anonen
Located in Halikko, Finland
The Plizé box - serrated surface balanced with a spherical knob is an eyecatcher like no other. Irresistible color combinations make this box a centerpiece of any space.
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21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Oak

Scandinavian Modern zigzag patterned Earthenware Hedgehog, 1960s
By Rörstrand
Located in Grythyttan, SE
This Scandinavian Modern earthenware hedgehog from the 1960s exudes charm with its glazed zigzag
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Earthenware

Scandinavian Modern Glazed Ceramic Viking Figurine, 1970s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Scandinavian designer/maker circa 1970. It has no markings but suspect it was made by either Knabstrup or
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Vintage 1970s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Scandinavian Modern Teak Wall Clock by Elgin
By Elgin Clocks
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass/teak frame, clock face with arabic digits. Made by Elgin in the 1950s.
Category

Vintage 1950s American Scandinavian Modern Wall Clocks

Materials

Brass

Scandinavian Modern Morphic Ceramic Vases
Located in Esbjerg, DK
were studio made by unidentified Scandinavian ceramist between 1970-80. Measurements: H: 13/18 cm, D
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Vintage 1970s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Scandinavian Modern Teak Sculpture by Johnny Mattsson, Sweden
By Johnny Mattsson
Located in Stockholm, SE
Lovely teak sculpture by Swedish artist Johnny Mattsson. The figurative sculpture is in a shape of a woman and is entitled "Morgon" (morning in Swedish). It is made from relief carve...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Teak

Scandinavian Modern Candleholders in Pewter -1935
Located in Örebro, SE
A set of two scandinavian modern candle holders in pewter, adorned with lions, signed T.O.G. -1935
Category

Vintage 1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Pewter

Scandinavian Modern Chimney Ice Glass Candleholders
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Scandinavian maker/designer circa 1980 in the style of Littala Finland. Wellkepot and clean. Measurements: H
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Vintage 1980s Danish Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Glass

Scandinavian Modern Sculpture Signed by Ulrica Hydman-Vallien
By Ulrica Hydman-Vallien
Located in Stockholm, SE
represented in: National Museum of Modern Art, Tokyo, Japan Corning Museum of Glass New York, USA Victoria
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Vintage 1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Scandinavian Modern Jewelry Box In Pewter, GAB Sweden 1934
By GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget
Located in Örebro, SE
Jewelry box produced by GAB in 1934. Made from pewter with mirror on the inside of the lid. Good vintage condition, wear and patina consistent with age and use. Box with scratches,...
Category

Vintage 1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Pewter

Scandinavian Modern Paperweight in Pewter, ca 1930s
Located in Örebro, SE
Beautiful Scandinavian Modern paperweight in pewter, ca 1930s. Good vintage condition, wear and
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20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Paperweights

Materials

Pewter

Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Ceramic Vase
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian ceramic vase with leaves pattern. Swedish work.
Category

Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Ceramic Vase
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Ceramic Vase
H 11.03 in W 5.12 in D 4.73 in
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Ceramic Bowl
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian ceramic bowl with leaves pattern. Swedish work.
Category

Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Ceramic

Scandinavian Modern Vase in Bronze, 1960s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Heavy cylindrical Scandinavian vase in solid bronze. Horizontal ribbings/tiers towards its base and
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Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vases

Materials

Bronze

Sylvia Leuchovius, Large, Rare Decorative Plate / Platter, Scandinavian Modern
By Sylvia Leuchovius, rorstrand studio, Rörstrand
Located in Stockholm, SE
large, rare decorative plate / platter with its diameter of 35.5 cm is a decorative, sculptural objects
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-P...

Materials

Ceramic

Scandinavian Modern Glazed Ceramic Vases, 1970s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A Trio of curated Scandinavian stoneware vases in diffrent glazes. Unknown Scandinavian makers in
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Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Olav Joff Scandinavian Modern Brutalist Bowl
By Olav Joff
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Olav Joff Scandinavian Modern Brutalist bowl.
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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Stainless Steel

Sculptural Carved Teak Scandinavian Modern Wood Puzzle Box Richard Rothbard
By Richard Rothbard
Located in Wayne, NJ
Sculptural Carved Teak Scandinavian Modern Wood Puzzle Box Richard Rothbard . Hidden 3 compartments
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Vintage 1970s American Scandinavian Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Teak

Scandinavian Modern Danish Teak Staved Bowl
Located in London, GB
Scandinavian staved and turned teak bowl of good proportions. It has been re oiled and wax polished
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Teak

Hans Gustav Ehrenreich '1917-84' Scandinavian Modern Cigar Box in Rosewood
By Hans Gustav Ehrenreich
Located in Esbjerg, DK
regarded as one of the most prolific Scandinavian designers of the 1960s. Although HGE is mostly known for
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Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Rosewood

Gunvor Olin-Grönqvist Scandinavian Modern Stoneware Sculpture Shell Handmade
By Gunvor Olin-Grönqvist, Arabia
Located in EL Waalre, NL
decorative work. Raw painting, vibrant colour glazes, and intricate engraving were her hallmarks, breathing
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Vintage 1980s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Scandinavian Modern Cut Crystal Vase, 1950s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A cut crystal torpedo shaped vase presumably from either Kosta Boda or Orrefors. It features diffrent techniques most prominent the mix of vertical ribbings and geometric patterns. I...
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Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vases

Materials

Crystal

Scandinavian Modern Nude Sculpture; "Model changes her position" in Bronze
Located in Stockholm, SE
. Casting by E. Pettersson FUD. The Swedish Modern Nude Sculpture "Model Changes Her Position" in Bronze is
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Decorative Folk Art Carving of a Human
Located in Odense, DK
Fine hand carved Scandinavian wood sculpture / figure. Made by an unknown carpenter in 1960s
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Tribal Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Hardwood, Wood

1950s Scandanavian Teak Elephant Sculpture Danish Modern
Located in Spring Valley, CA
Beautiful pair of teak wood elephant figurines. Designer is unkown, but in the manner of Arne Tjomsland, and from the same time period as indicated by the style. Shows minimal signs ...
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Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Teak

Bowl in Wood or Decorative Basket, Brown Color, Scandinavian circa 1960
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
decorative item. It has been made in wood, in sweden circa 1960.
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Vintage 1980s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Wood

Tall Scandinavian Modern Tulip Candlesticks in Brass
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A pair of tall organically shaped tulip candlesticks in brass. Designed and manufactured in Scandinavia during the 1960s ina style reminiscent of Pierre Forssell and Jens Harald Quis...
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Vintage 1970s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Brass

Scandinavian Modern Shell Sculpture by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand, 1930s
By Gunnar Nylund, rorstrand studio
Located in Stockholm, SE
Stunning stoneware sculpture by Gunnar Nylund in the shape of a shell. Beautifully executed with close resemblance to a real shell. Muted green glaze with a thin grainy red glaze run...
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Vintage 1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Stoneware

Scandinavian Modern Teak Wood Vintage Selection of Seven Animals, 1960s Denmark
Located in Vienna, AT
Scandinavian modern wood vintage seven ( 7 ) animal figures from teak wood, 1960s Denmark. An
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Teak

Scandinavian Modern Swedish Modern Crystal Strombergshytt Glass Vase with Lion
By Strombergshyttan
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful and substantial Scandinavian Modern Swedish Modern Strombergshyttan crystal glass vase
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases

Materials

Crystal

Scandinavian Modern Gunnar Nylund Stoneware Antilope Sculpture Rörstrand ca 1955
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in EL Waalre, NL
Gunnar Nylund, Stoneware Sculpture of an Antilope, Rörstrand, Sweden, circa 1955 Description A large stoneware sculpture of an Antilope, finished in matte reddish brown and dark ...
Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Scandinavian Modern Modular Brass Candelabra with Glass Shades
Located in London, GB
Scandinavian Modern candelabra build with modular 3-legged elements and tubular extensions stacked
Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Candelabras

Materials

Brass

Scandinavian Modern Yellow Wall-Mounted Candle Sconces
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Stylish, modernist candle scones (ca. 1960s/1970s, Denmark). Composed of vibrant yellow semi-circular discs mounted to a charcoal metal stem at an angle to give the appearance of cra...
Category

Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Candle Sconces

Materials

Metal, Enamel

Bowl in Wood or Decorative Vde Poche Brown Color Scandinavian circa 1960
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
decorative item. It has been made in wood, in sweden, circa 1960.
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Wood

Scandinavian Modern Jewelry Box in Teak and Leather ca 1950-1960's
Located in Örebro, SE
Beautiful jewelry box in teak and leather. Inscription HM on top, ca 1950-1960's. Unknown designer and maker. Good vintage condition, wear and patina consistent with age and use. S...
Category

Vintage 1950s European Scandinavian Modern Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Leather, Teak

Scandinavian Modern Brass Candlesticks from Hans-Agne Jakobsson
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in Skå, SE
embodiment of Scandinavian Modern style from the mid-century era. Crafted with exceptional artistry and
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Brass

Bowl in Wood or Decorative Vde Poche Brown Color Scandinavian, circa 1960
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
decorative item. It has been made in wood, in sweden, circa 1960. A crack in the handle.
Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Wood

Scandinavian Modern Teak paper bin, 1950's
By Martin Åberg
Located in Brussels, BE
Martin Aberg for Servex teak waste basket. Fully signed with burnt in mark, Servex, Made in Sweden. Circa 1955-60. Good overall condition. Gently restored. 2 in stock. Large is Heigh...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Baskets

Materials

Teak

Scandinavian Modern Teak paper bin, 1950's
Scandinavian Modern Teak paper bin, 1950's
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Scandinavian Modern Floor Vase, Sweden, circa 1930-1940s
By Hans Bergström, Otto Schulz
Located in Örebro, SE
Very rare and possibly unique scandinavian modern floor vase, circa 1930-1940s. Decorative piece
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Vintage 1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases

Materials

Zinc, Metal

Vintage Scandinavian Modern Bronze Candlesticks, 1950s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of 3 bronze cylindrical candleticks Measuring approx 3.5" - 7" Scandinavian Modern
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Bronze

Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Hand Carved Wood Marten, 1960s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Hand Carved wood marten, 1960s.
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Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Scandinavian Modern Collectible Small Stoneware Candleholder from GunnarsKeramik
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
Keramik Höganäs was founded in 1968 by Gunnar Borg, a leading representative of 20th century Scandinavian
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Scandinavian Modern Trumpet Oil Lamps in Brass, 1970s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
. Manufactured in Scandinavian during the 1960s or 70s in a style reminiscent of Quistgaard and Carl Cohr. Both
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Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Candle Lamps

Materials

Brass

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
Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Scandinavian Modern Set of 3 Eggs Monica Backstrom Kosta, Sweden, 1970s
By Kosta Boda, Monica Backström
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
This set of 3 eggs with a swelling shape and mottled brown surface was designed by Monica Backström. They are al unique and was mouth-blown and hand-crafted. Designed in the 1970s a...
Category

Vintage 1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Art Glass

Scandinavian Modern Glass Sculpture by Mona Morales-Schildt for Kosta, Sweden
By Mona Morales-Schildt
Located in Goteborg, SE
Egg shaped glass sculpture by Mona Morales-Schildt. The sides are cut to reveal the inside, creating a fascinating depth with optical effects. Made at Kosta, Sweden.
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Art Glass

Scandinavian Modern Glass Sculpture by Mona Morales-Schildt for Kosta, Sweden
By Mona Morales-Schildt, Kosta Glasbruk 1
Located in Goteborg, SE
Oval glass sculpture by Mona Morales-Schildt. The sides are cut to reveal the inside, creating a fascinating depth with optical effects. Made at Kosta, Sweden.
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Art Glass

Scandinavian Modern Lars Holmström Geometric Brass Candlestick Holder
Located in Kramfors, SE
Scandinavian modern candlestick holder by Lars Holmström, Arvika Sweden. The candlestick holder has
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Brass

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Scandanavian Modern Decorative Objects For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of scandanavian modern decorative objects for sale on 1stDibs. The range of distinct scandanavian modern decorative objects — often made from ceramic, metal and glass — can elevate any home. We have 4864 antique and vintage scandanavian modern decorative objects in-stock, while there are 68 modern editions to choose from as well. There are all kinds of scandanavian modern decorative objects available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Scandanavian modern decorative objects made by Scandinavian Modern designers — as well as those associated with Mid-Century Modern — are very popular at 1stDibs. Scandanavian modern decorative objects have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Rörstrand, Gustavsberg and Gunnar Nylund are consistently popular.

How Much are Scandanavian Modern Decorative Objects?

Scandanavian modern decorative objects can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $787, while the lowest priced sells for $29 and the highest can go for as much as $109,000.

A Close Look at Scandinavian Modern Furniture

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. 

Finding the Right Decorative Objects for You

Every time you move into a house or an apartment — or endeavor to refresh the home you’ve lived in for years — life for that space begins anew. The right home accent, be it the simple placement of a decorative bowl on a shelf or a ceramic vase for fresh flowers, can transform an area from drab to spectacular. But with so many materials and items to choose from, it’s easy to get lost in the process. The key to styling with decorative objects is to work toward making a happy home that best reflects your personal style. 

Ceramics are a versatile addition to any home. If you’ve amassed an assortment of functional pottery over the years, think of your mugs and salad bowls as decorative objects, ideal for displaying in a glass cabinet. Vintage ceramic serveware can pop along white open shelving in your dining area, while large stoneware pitchers paired with woven baskets or quilts in an open cupboard can introduce a rustic farmhouse-style element to your den.

Translucent decorative boxes or bowls made of an acrylic plastic called Lucite — a game changer in furniture that’s easy to clean and lasts long — are modern accents that are neutral enough to dress up a coffee table or desktop without cluttering it. If you’re showcasing pieces from the past, a vintage jewelry box for displaying your treasures can spark conversation. Where is the jewelry box from? Is there a story behind it?

Abstract sculptures or an antique vessel for your home library can draw attention to your book collection and add narrative charm to the most appropriate of corners. There’s more than one way to style your bookcases, and decorative objects add a provocative dynamic. “I love magnifying glasses,” says Alex Assouline, global vice president of luxury publisher Assouline, of adding one’s cherished objects to a home library. “They are both useful and decorative. Objects really elevate libraries and can also make them more personal.”

To help with personalizing your space and truly making it your own, find an extraordinary collection of decorative objects on 1stDibs.