Birger Kaipiainen Abstract Sculptures

Finnish, 1915-1988

Birger Kaipiainen was a Finnish ceramist and designer. He is one of the most successful and well-known ceramic artists in Finland.

Kaipiainen graduated from the School of Arts & Crafts (later known as the Aalto School of Arts of Helsinki). After graduation he went to work for Finnish ceramics company Arabia in 1937, and later in 1954 for their Swedish sister company Rörstrand.

Kaipiainen worked as a designer for Arabia for over fifty years. As a child he suffered from polio and was consequently unable to use a pottery wheel. It was said that his illness heightened his artistic sensitivity.

Kaipiainen was nicknamed “the king of decorators” for his nostalgic, romantic and highly decorative ceramic designs at a time when minimalism was the prevailing trend in Finnish ceramics. He is known for repeatedly using the same signature nature-inspired motifs, such as violets and curlews.

The recipient of many awards, honorary titles, and a doctorate, Kaipiainen won a Grand Prix at the Triennale di Milano in 1951 and was awarded the prestigious Pro Finlandia medal in 1963.

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(Biography provided by Connaisseurs Fine Art & Jewelry)

Creator: Birger Kaipiainen

Glazed stoneware sculpture with motifs

By Rörstrand, Birger Kaipiainen

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Glazed stoneware dish/sculpture with motifs in shades of green and black. Circa 1955. Signed.

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Birger Kaipiainen Abstract Sculptures

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Ceramic

Glazed stoneware sculpture with motifs

$12,399

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21st Century and Contemporary French Beaux Arts Birger Kaipiainen Abstract Sculptures

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Ceramic

Brown glazed stoneware sculpture by Simone Couderc, circa 1990-2000.

$2,980

H 9.26 in W 13 in D 4.34 in

1920s Glazed Stoneware Pelican Sculpture

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

A striking 1920s glazed stoneware pelican sculpture attributed to Leeds Fireclay Co. (LEFCO). Though unstamped, the stoneware is finished with a mottled grey-brown glaze typical of L...

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Early 20th Century English Art Deco Birger Kaipiainen Abstract Sculptures

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Stoneware

1920s Glazed Stoneware Pelican Sculpture

$7,537

H 22.05 in W 7.49 in D 8.27 in

California Studio Mid Century Glazed Stoneware Bird Sculpture by Robert Maxwell

By Robert Maxwell

Located in San Jose, CA

Vintage ceramic pottery stoneware zoo bird sculpture designed by Robert Maxwell circa 1960's in Venice, California. This slip-cast studio piece is reminiscent of a "toucan resting on...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Birger Kaipiainen Abstract Sculptures

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Ceramic

California Studio Mid Century Glazed Stoneware Bird Sculpture by Robert Maxwell

$380 Sale Price

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H 6 in W 5.5 in D 2.75 in

Bronze Glazed Stoneware Bust 'Mathilda' c1980

Located in Melbourne, AU

The bust has been sculpted from earthenware clay and fired with a Bronze glaze. It is sculpted in a mannered style, with a dramatic, expressively turned head and tender expression. ...

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1980s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Birger Kaipiainen Abstract Sculptures

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Metal

Bronze Glazed Stoneware Bust 'Mathilda' c1980

$1,300

H 17.92 in W 11.03 in D 9.85 in

Valérie Courtet, Rat, Glazed Stoneware Sculpture

By valerie courtet

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Valérie Courtet, signed. Glazed stoneware sculpture figuring a cream colored rat with a striped skin. It is sat on its back legs and raises the head to the top. Its ears, its nose, ...

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21st Century and Contemporary European Birger Kaipiainen Abstract Sculptures

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Stoneware

Valérie Courtet, Rat, Glazed Stoneware Sculpture

$655

H 11.03 in W 5.91 in D 5.91 in

Abstract Stoneware Sculpture

Located in Highland, IN

This large ceramic abstraction has a terrific form and a rich earthy texture and color. With glazes in modeled greens and browns it has a delightful organic biomorphic quality. It is very much is the style of the California Craft movement...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Birger Kaipiainen Abstract Sculptures

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Ceramic

Abstract Stoneware Sculpture

$2,500

H 18 in W 16 in D 14 in

Pink glazed stoneware sculpture by Laurent Dufour, 2024.

By Laurent Dufour

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Pink glazed stoneware sculpture by Laurent Dufour. Artist signature under the base. 2024. Unique piece. H : 25.6 x 11.8 x 11.8 inches.

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21st Century and Contemporary French Beaux Arts Birger Kaipiainen Abstract Sculptures

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Ceramic

Pink glazed stoneware sculpture by Laurent Dufour, 2024.

$8,703

H 25.6 in W 11.82 in D 11.82 in

Lars Dan, Glazed Stoneware Sculpture

Located in Kastrup, DK

Lars Dan, Danish artist born 1960. Glazed stoneware sculpture. Organic, abstract form - according to the artist himself, the sculpture depicts people crawlin...

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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Birger Kaipiainen Abstract Sculptures

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Stoneware

Lars Dan, Glazed Stoneware Sculpture

$2,694

H 16.93 in W 7.88 in D 5.91 in

Lars Dan. Glazed Stoneware Sculpture

Located in Kastrup, DK

Lars Dan, Danish artist born 1960. Glazed stoneware sculpture. Organic, abstract form - according to the artist himself, the sculpture depicts people crawlin...

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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Birger Kaipiainen Abstract Sculptures

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Stoneware

Lars Dan. Glazed Stoneware Sculpture

$2,696

H 17.72 in W 8.67 in D 5.91 in

Lars Dan, Glazed Stoneware Sculpture

Located in Kastrup, DK

Lars Dan, Danish artist born 1960. Glazed stoneware sculpture. Organic, abstract form - according to the artist himself, the sculpture depicts people crawlin...

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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Birger Kaipiainen Abstract Sculptures

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Stoneware

Lars Dan, Glazed Stoneware Sculpture

$2,696

H 14.18 in W 9.45 in D 8.67 in

3 Brown Stoneware Egg Sculptures - Speckled Glaze by Hans Hedberg, Biot

By Hans Hedberg

Located in Stockholm, SE

3 Eggs created by the Swedish ceramicist Hans Hedberg, who lived and worked in Biot, France. The eggs are 30 cm, 25 cm and 12,5 cm high and do all have a stunning glaze. They are al...

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1970s French Scandinavian Modern Vintage Birger Kaipiainen Abstract Sculptures

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Ceramic

3 Brown Stoneware Egg Sculptures - Speckled Glaze by Hans Hedberg, Biot

$15,499

H 11.82 in Dm 6.3 in

Brown glazed stoneware sculpture by Laurent Dufour, 2023

By Laurent Dufour

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Brown glazed stoneware sculpture by Laurent Dufour. Artist signature under the base. 2023. Unique piece. H : 28.7’ x 10.2’ x 11.8’ inches.

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21st Century and Contemporary French Beaux Arts Birger Kaipiainen Abstract Sculptures

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Ceramic

Brown glazed stoneware sculpture by Laurent Dufour, 2023

$7,392

H 28.75 in W 10.24 in D 11.82 in

Previously Available Items

Sculpture Designed by Birger Kaipianen for Arabia, Finland, 1970’s

By Birger Kaipiainen

Located in Stockholm, SE

Stoneware. Signed. Measures: H: 21 cm/ 8 1/4" D: 15 cm/ 6".

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1970s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Birger Kaipiainen Abstract Sculptures

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Stoneware

Sculpture Designed by Birger Kaipianen for Arabia, Finland, 1970’s

H 8.27 in Dm 5.91 in