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Gustavsberg Vases

The Gustavsberg porcelain factory was, for many decades, the largest ceramics maker in Sweden and home to some of the most innovative and ingenious makers of the past century. The company, founded in 1825, mass-produced a wide range of products: first decorative household items and tableware in the English style and later bathroom fixtures, including the first pressed-steel bathtubs that would oust heavy cast iron. But of first interest to collectors are the remarkable decorative works created in the Gustavsberg art pottery studio, in particular those by master ceramists Wilhelm Kåge, Berndt Friberg and Stig Lindberg. 

Gustavsberg began producing some individually crafted, highly decorated and richly glazed pieces in the 1860s. While the forms of their mass-produced vessels and plates derived from English, Continental and Asian styles, a select few painters won acclaim for their personal artistry. Gunnar Wennerberg became known for his work in the organic Art Nouveau style, and Josef Ekberg, the company’s design chief from 1908 to 1917, was revered for his expert use of iridescent lusterware glazes and the sgraffito technique, in which a decorative pattern is incised in the surface of a clay pot before it is glazed and fired. 

It was not until Ekberg’s successor, Wilhelm Kåge, opened Gustavsberg’s first dedicated art pottery studio that the work became widely recognized. Kåge’s “Argenta” series, which encompasses a variety of vessels coated with an oxidized green glaze and decorated in silver motifs, remains popular. Though perhaps his most striking works are his “Surrea” vases — white bisque porcelain in off-kilter forms inspired by Cubist paintings — and his “Farsta” wares, which include totemic, spindly footed stoneware vases and bowls with textured surfaces, glazed in brown, green and blue.

Kåge’s finest protégés, Berndt Friberg and Stig Lindberg, took over from Kåge as Gustavsberg’s design directors in 1945. Friberg was a master potter. He threw elegant, simple, symmetrical vases and bowls painstakingly coated in layer after layer of matte glazing to achieve a classic striated effect known as “rabbit’s fur.” Lindberg’s highly collectible studio ceramics fall into two principal categories: The first is made of white porcelain pieces in round, biomorphic or stylized natural forms. The second includes weightier vases — many with textured bodies and applied decorations — glazed in deep, earthy colors. As you will see from the works on these pages, Gustavsberg was a bastion of creativity and precise artistry that turned out a remarkable range of works whose style still resonates with lovers of Scandinavian design.

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Creator: Gustavsberg
Monumental Wilhelm Kåge Argenta Vase, Gustavsberg, Sweden, circa 1930
Monumental Wilhelm Kåge Argenta Vase, Gustavsberg, Sweden, circa 1930

Monumental Wilhelm Kåge Argenta Vase, Gustavsberg, Sweden, circa 1930

By Wilhelm Kage, Gustavsberg

Located in Stockholm, SE

An exceptionally rare and monumental Argenta vase designed by Wilhelm Kåge for Gustavsberg, Sweden, circa 1930. This striking example represents one of the largest and most impressiv...

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1930s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Gustavsberg Vases

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Sterling Silver

Green & Gold Art Deco Lustre Vase by Josef Ekberg for Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1920s
Green & Gold Art Deco Lustre Vase by Josef Ekberg for Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1920s

Green & Gold Art Deco Lustre Vase by Josef Ekberg for Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1920s

By Josef Ekberg, Gustavsberg, Wilhelm Kage

Located in Malmö, SE

A beautiful vase with lustre glaze and amazing hand painted gold details. Scandinavian Grace / Art Deco. Made by Josef Ekberg at Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1920s. Good condition. Some we...

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1920s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Gustavsberg Vases

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Ceramic

Scandinavian Modern Stoneware vase by Stig Lindberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1950s
Scandinavian Modern Stoneware vase by Stig Lindberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1950s

Scandinavian Modern Stoneware vase by Stig Lindberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1950s

By Stig Lindberg, Gustavsberg

Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län

Lovely, unique miniature stoneware vase by Stig Lindberg, formed like an onion with a slightly asymmetric shape. Embossed striped pattern, glazed light blue and clay.

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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Gustavsberg Vases

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Stoneware

Stunning White 'Carrara' Vase by Wilhelm Kåge for Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1930s
Stunning White 'Carrara' Vase by Wilhelm Kåge for Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1930s

Stunning White 'Carrara' Vase by Wilhelm Kåge for Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1930s

By Gunnar Nylund, Stig Lindberg, Rörstrand, Wilhelm Kage, Gustavsberg

Located in Malmö, SE

A beautiful and rare Art Deco / Swedish Grace stoneware vase with 'Carrara' glaze. Made by Wilhelm Kåge at Gustavsberg in Sweden, 1930s. Excellent original condition. No chips, cra...

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1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Gustavsberg Vases

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Ceramic, Stoneware

Berndt Friberg, large vase, 46 cm high, Gustavsberg, 1950s
Berndt Friberg, large vase, 46 cm high, Gustavsberg, 1950s

Berndt Friberg, large vase, 46 cm high, Gustavsberg, 1950s

By Gustavsberg, Berndt Friberg

Located in Uppsala, Uppsala

Large blue vase with hare fur glaze designed by Berndt Friberg for Gustavsberg studios in the 1950s. Impressive size and much larger than most Friberg vases. The vase has been restor...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Gustavsberg Vases

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Stoneware

Midcentury Stoneware Vase by Berndt Friberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1960
Midcentury Stoneware Vase by Berndt Friberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1960

Midcentury Stoneware Vase by Berndt Friberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1960

By Gustavsberg, Berndt Friberg

Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län

Tall, stately stoneware vase by Berndt Friberg in an elegant form with beautiful dark blue hare’s fur glaze. Berndt Friberg was a Swedish ceramicist, renowned for his stoneware vase...

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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Gustavsberg Vases

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Stoneware

Art Deco Vase Gustavsberg Sgraffito Josef Ekberg, Sweden, 1922
Art Deco Vase Gustavsberg Sgraffito Josef Ekberg, Sweden, 1922

Art Deco Vase Gustavsberg Sgraffito Josef Ekberg, Sweden, 1922

By Josef Ekberg, Gustavsberg

Located in Hillringsberg, SE

Art Deco Sgraffito vase decorated with a floral motif, by Josef Ekberg for Gustavsberg. Sgraffito is a way of combining two layers into a pattern, the second layer is scraped of and ...

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1920s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Gustavsberg Vases

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Ceramic

"Karneval" Faience vase by Stig Lindberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1950s
"Karneval" Faience vase by Stig Lindberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1950s

"Karneval" Faience vase by Stig Lindberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1950s

By Gustavsberg, Stig Lindberg

Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län

Faience “Karneval” vase by Stig Lindberg, in a clean cylinder shape. Beautiful, playful motif of a woman riding a horse, a man playing a trumpet on the other side. The rim is unglaze...

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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Gustavsberg Vases

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Faience

White 'Carrara' Vase by Wilhelm Kage for Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1930s
White 'Carrara' Vase by Wilhelm Kage for Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1930s

White 'Carrara' Vase by Wilhelm Kage for Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1930s

By Wilhelm Kage, Gustavsberg

Located in Malmö, SE

A beautiful 'Swedish Modern' stoneware vase with 'Carrara' glaze. Made by Wilhelm Kåge at Gustavsberg in Sweden, 1930s. Great condition. Stamped 'Gustavsberg / CARRARA'. Wilhelm ...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Gustavsberg Vases

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Ceramic, Stoneware

Midcentury Stoneware Vase by Berndt Friberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1964
Midcentury Stoneware Vase by Berndt Friberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1964

Midcentury Stoneware Vase by Berndt Friberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1964

By Gustavsberg, Berndt Friberg

Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län

Striking yellow stoneware vase by Berndt Friberg, in a plump round form, with a neat funnel neck. Berndt Friberg was a Swedish ceramicist, renowned for his stoneware vases and vesse...

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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Gustavsberg Vases

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Stoneware

Stig Lindberg large faience vase, Gustavsberg Studio, Sweden, 1940s
Stig Lindberg large faience vase, Gustavsberg Studio, Sweden, 1940s

Stig Lindberg large faience vase, Gustavsberg Studio, Sweden, 1940s

By Stig Lindberg, Gustavsberg

Located in Forserum, SE

A large faience vase, model 116 F.10, designed by Swedish ceramicist Stig Lindberg for Gustavsberg Studio in the 1940s. A hand-turned urn-shaped vessel with an applied handle, glazed...

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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Gustavsberg Vases

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Faience

Brown and Silver "Argenta" Vase by Wilhelm Kåge made in 1938 from Gustavsberg
Brown and Silver "Argenta" Vase by Wilhelm Kåge made in 1938 from Gustavsberg

Brown and Silver "Argenta" Vase by Wilhelm Kåge made in 1938 from Gustavsberg

By Gustavsberg, Wilhelm Kage

Located in Stockholm, SE

A rare and early example from Wilhelm Kåge’s iconic Argenta series, produced at the Gustavsberg porcelain factory in 1938. Crafted in stoneware with an unusual mottled brown glaze — ...

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1930s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Gustavsberg Vases

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Stoneware

Midcentury Stoneware Vase by Stig Lindberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1961
Midcentury Stoneware Vase by Stig Lindberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1961

Midcentury Stoneware Vase by Stig Lindberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1961

By Stig Lindberg, Gustavsberg

Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län

Beautiful unique stoneware vase by Stig Lindberg, in a slender shape with a wide oval shaped mouth, blue and rich brown glaze shifting over the body.

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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Gustavsberg Vases

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Stoneware

Börje Skohg / WALL TILE / Gustavsberg / 1977
Börje Skohg / WALL TILE / Gustavsberg / 1977

Börje Skohg / WALL TILE / Gustavsberg / 1977

By Borje Skohg, Gustavsberg

Located in Shibuya-Ku, JP

Börje Skohg began his career in 1947 as a silver decorative painter in Gustavsberg's Argenta department. In 1949, Wilhelm Kage recognised her decorative skills and allowed her to lea...

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1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Gustavsberg Vases

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Stoneware

Wilhelm Kage vase ceramic "Argenta" Gustavsberg Sweden 1950s Marked
Wilhelm Kage vase ceramic "Argenta" Gustavsberg Sweden 1950s Marked

Wilhelm Kage vase ceramic "Argenta" Gustavsberg Sweden 1950s Marked

By Gustavsberg, Wilhelm Kage

Located in Paris, IDF

Wilhelm Kage "Argenta" vase Gustavsberg Sweden 1944. Green glaze with silver decoration of fantasy animals "the Dragon". Stamped Gustavsberg "Argenta 1139", Handmade. Height 18 cm. ...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Gustavsberg Vases

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Ceramic, Silicone

Midcentury Stoneware Vase by Berndt Friberg, Gustavsbergs studio, Sweden, 1950
Midcentury Stoneware Vase by Berndt Friberg, Gustavsbergs studio, Sweden, 1950

Midcentury Stoneware Vase by Berndt Friberg, Gustavsbergs studio, Sweden, 1950

By Gustavsberg, Berndt Friberg

Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län

Striking, large stoneware vase by Berndt Friberg, in a beautiful plump form with a wide mouth. Blue and brown hare’s fur glaze with streaks. Berndt Friberg was a Swedish ceramicist,...

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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Gustavsberg Vases

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Stoneware

Midcentury Stoneware Vase by Berndt Friberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1968
Midcentury Stoneware Vase by Berndt Friberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1968

Midcentury Stoneware Vase by Berndt Friberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1968

By Gustavsberg, Berndt Friberg

Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län

Small stoneware vase by Berndt Friberg, in a stout form with elegant blue hare’s fur glaze. Berndt Friberg was a Swedish ceramicist, renowned for his stoneware vases and vessels for...

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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Gustavsberg Vases

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Stoneware

Art Deco Bowl Gustavsberg Art Deco Bowl Josef Ekberg, Sweden, 1920s
Art Deco Bowl Gustavsberg Art Deco Bowl Josef Ekberg, Sweden, 1920s

Art Deco Bowl Gustavsberg Art Deco Bowl Josef Ekberg, Sweden, 1920s

By Josef Ekberg, Gustavsberg

Located in Hillringsberg, SE

A wonderful bowl created by Josef Ekberg and manufactured by Gustavsberg Sweden in 1920s. Wonderful green glaze with hand painted gold pattern on the bowl. Very good vintage cond...

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1920s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Gustavsberg Vases

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Ceramic

Swedish Grace 1930s Large Art deco Argenta Vase By Wilhelm Kåge for Gustavsberg
Swedish Grace 1930s Large Art deco Argenta Vase By Wilhelm Kåge for Gustavsberg

Swedish Grace 1930s Large Art deco Argenta Vase By Wilhelm Kåge for Gustavsberg

By Wilhelm Kage, Gustavsberg

Located in Skarpnäck, SE

A substantial and highly collectible Art Deco ceramic vase, titled “Leda and the Swan,” designed by Wilhelm Kåge as part of the renowned Argenta series for Gustavsberg, Sweden, produ...

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1930s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Gustavsberg Vases

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Silver

Green & Gold Art Deco Lustre Vase by Josef Ekberg for Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1920s
Green & Gold Art Deco Lustre Vase by Josef Ekberg for Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1920s

Green & Gold Art Deco Lustre Vase by Josef Ekberg for Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1920s

By Gustavsberg, Wilhelm Kage, Josef Ekberg

Located in Malmö, SE

A beautiful vase with lustre glaze and amazing hand painted gold details. Scandinavian Grace / Art Deco. Made by Josef Ekberg at Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1920s. Good original condition....

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1920s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Gustavsberg Vases

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Ceramic

Stoneware "Farsta" Vase by Wilhelm Kåge, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1940s
Stoneware "Farsta" Vase by Wilhelm Kåge, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1940s

Stoneware "Farsta" Vase by Wilhelm Kåge, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1940s

By Gustavsberg, Wilhelm Kage

Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län

“Farsta” vase with thick, blue glazed walls balancing on an unglazed base decorated with etched stripes. Production year inscripted on the base. “Farsta” stoneware is recognized a...

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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Gustavsberg Vases

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Stoneware

Argenta Swedish Pottery Vessel
Argenta Swedish Pottery Vessel

Argenta Swedish Pottery Vessel

By Gustavsberg, Wilhelm Kage, ARGENTA

Located in New York, NY

A beautiful petite Swedish pottery vessel in a blue/green hue with small sterling silver leaf application, designed by Wilhelm Kage for maker Argenta, circa mid-20th century, Sweden....

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Gustavsberg Vases

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Sterling Silver

Miniature Stoneware Vase by Anders B. Liljefors, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1950s
Miniature Stoneware Vase by Anders B. Liljefors, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1950s

Miniature Stoneware Vase by Anders B. Liljefors, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1950s

By Anders Bruno Liljefors, Gustavsberg

Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län

Miniature stoneware vase by Anders B. Liljefors, in a plump form with a structured surface. Partially glazed in rust and brown nuances. Anders B. Liljefors was a Swedish ceramicis...

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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Gustavsberg Vases

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Stoneware

Stoneware Vase by Berndt Friberg for Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1962
Stoneware Vase by Berndt Friberg for Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1962

Stoneware Vase by Berndt Friberg for Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1962

By Berndt Friberg, Gustavsberg

Located in Malmö, SE

A beautiful stoneware vase with amazing hare’s fur glaze. Made by master thrower Berndt Friberg, in the artist's studio at Gustavsberg, Sweden. Excellent condition. Incised signa...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Gustavsberg Vases

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Ceramic, Stoneware

Large White 'Surrea' Vase by Wilhelm Kage for Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1940s
Large White 'Surrea' Vase by Wilhelm Kage for Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1940s

Large White 'Surrea' Vase by Wilhelm Kage for Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1940s

By Wilhelm Kage, Gustavsberg

Located in Bromma, SE

Wilhelm Kåge for Gustavsberg Large "Surrea" Ceramic double vase in white Carrara glaze. Iconic and surreal design. The Surrea series was designed in 1936. Stamped Gustavsberg. 1940s....

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1940s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gustavsberg Vases

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Ceramic, Stoneware

Midcentury Stoneware Vase by Berndt Friberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1966
Midcentury Stoneware Vase by Berndt Friberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1966

Midcentury Stoneware Vase by Berndt Friberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1966

By Gustavsberg, Berndt Friberg

Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län

Stunning, oversized stoneware vase by Berndt Friberg in an elegant form with beautiful dark blue hare’s fur glaze. Rare size. Berndt Friberg was a Swedish ceramicist, renowned for h...

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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Gustavsberg Vases

Materials

Stoneware

Wilhelm Kåge Argenta Vases, Ceramic, Ocean Green Glaze, Sweden, 1940s
Wilhelm Kåge Argenta Vases, Ceramic, Ocean Green Glaze, Sweden, 1940s

Wilhelm Kåge Argenta Vases, Ceramic, Ocean Green Glaze, Sweden, 1940s

By Josef Ekberg, Wilhelm Kage, Gustavsberg, Alf Wallander, Royal Copenhagen

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Pair of elegant handmade ceramic “Argenta” vases by Wilhelm Kåge for Gustavsberg. Sleek cylinder shape on round base covered in stunning ocean green spotted glaze. The “Argenta” ser...

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1940s Swedish Art Nouveau Vintage Gustavsberg Vases

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Ceramic, Pottery, Stoneware

Wilhelm Kåge Argenta Vase, Gustavsberg Sweden, 1930s
Wilhelm Kåge Argenta Vase, Gustavsberg Sweden, 1930s

Wilhelm Kåge Argenta Vase, Gustavsberg Sweden, 1930s

By Gustavsberg, Wilhelm Kage

Located in Stockholm, SE

An elegant and architecturally refined Argenta vase designed by Wilhelm Kåge for Gustavsberg, Sweden, dating to the 1930s. This sculptural piece exemplifies the timeless sophistication of Scandinavian Modern design, combining restrained form with rich surface detail. The vase features a tall, tapering cylindrical body resting on four subtle feet, giving it a distinctive, almost columnar presence. It is finished in the iconic deep green Argenta glaze, beautifully mottled and layered, and adorned with finely executed vertical silver inlay striping that enhances its rhythm and height. The wide, disc-shaped top with a central opening adds a strong geometric contrast to the vertical body, creating a balanced and highly collectible design. The underside bears the Gustavsberg Argenta mark along with model number, confirming authenticity. Wilhelm Kåge’s Argenta...

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1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Gustavsberg Vases

Materials

Silver

Stoneware "Argenta" Vase by Wilhelm Kåge, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1933
Stoneware "Argenta" Vase by Wilhelm Kåge, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1933

Stoneware "Argenta" Vase by Wilhelm Kåge, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1933

By Wilhelm Kage, Gustavsberg

Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län

Small stoneware “Argenta” vase by Wilhelm Kåge. Plump, streamlined design with decorative stripes in the glaze and graphic silver decor in the form of leaves around the opening. “Ar...

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1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Gustavsberg Vases

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Stoneware

Wilhelm Kage vase  "Argenta" Gustavsberg Sweden 1950. Signed
Wilhelm Kage vase  "Argenta" Gustavsberg Sweden 1950. Signed

Wilhelm Kage vase "Argenta" Gustavsberg Sweden 1950. Signed

By Gustavsberg, Wilhelm Kage

Located in Paris, IDF

WILHELM KÅGE. Vase, stoneware, argenta, Gustavsberg. Marked Argenta Made in Sweden. Height approx 22 cm. With inscription. Good condition. Wilhelm Kåge was a Swedish artist and cer...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Gustavsberg Vases

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Silver

Swedish Grace 1930s Large Art deco Argenta Vase By Wilhelm Kåge for Gustavsberg
Swedish Grace 1930s Large Art deco Argenta Vase By Wilhelm Kåge for Gustavsberg

Swedish Grace 1930s Large Art deco Argenta Vase By Wilhelm Kåge for Gustavsberg

By Wilhelm Kage, Gustavsberg

Located in Skarpnäck, SE

A rather large Art deco vase known as "Argenta" designed by Wilhelm Kåge and handmade for Gustavsberg in the 1930s. Green ceramic with fish scale decoration. The Argenta series is ve...

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1930s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Gustavsberg Vases

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Ceramic

Wilhelm Kåge Argenta Ware, Scandinavian Modern Vase, Elongated Form
Wilhelm Kåge Argenta Ware, Scandinavian Modern Vase, Elongated Form

Wilhelm Kåge Argenta Ware, Scandinavian Modern Vase, Elongated Form

By Wilhelm Kage, Gustavsberg

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This classic Scandinavian Modern Vase is from the Argenta series designed by Wilhelm Kåge for Gustavsberg. A beautiful example of Swedish Grace and Mid-Century design, the elegant ta...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Gustavsberg Vases

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Stoneware

Stig Lindberg Vase, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1960s
Stig Lindberg Vase, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1960s

Stig Lindberg Vase, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1960s

By Stig Lindberg, Gustavsberg

Located in Eskilstuna, SE

Rare stoneware vase designed by Stig Lindberg for Gustavsberg, Sweden, during the 1960s. Tall cylindrical form with a narrow neck, decorated with a geometric impressed pattern and a ...

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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Gustavsberg Vases

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Stoneware

Midcentury Stoneware Vase by Berndt Friberg, Gustavsbergs studio, Sweden, 1955
Midcentury Stoneware Vase by Berndt Friberg, Gustavsbergs studio, Sweden, 1955

Midcentury Stoneware Vase by Berndt Friberg, Gustavsbergs studio, Sweden, 1955

By Gustavsberg, Berndt Friberg

Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län

Striking stoneware vase by Berndt Friberg, in a beautiful and tall, narrow but still neat form. Blue hare’s fur glaze with light brown streaks. Berndt Friberg was a Swedish ceramici...

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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Gustavsberg Vases

Materials

Stoneware

Berndt Friberg Stoneware Vase for Gustavsberg, Sweden. 1967
Berndt Friberg Stoneware Vase for Gustavsberg, Sweden. 1967

Berndt Friberg Stoneware Vase for Gustavsberg, Sweden. 1967

By Bernt Fridhagen, Gustavsberg

Located in Hammarö, SE

A refined stoneware vase by Berndt Friberg for Gustavsberg, Sweden, dated 1967. Executed in Friberg’s highly sought-after hare’s fur glaze (tùmáo), a glaze tradition originating in c...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Gustavsberg Vases

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Ceramic

Midcentury Stoneware Vase by Berndt Friberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1962
Midcentury Stoneware Vase by Berndt Friberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1962

Midcentury Stoneware Vase by Berndt Friberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1962

By Gustavsberg, Berndt Friberg

Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län

Striking, large stoneware vase by Berndt Friberg, in a beautiful plump, apple form with a cylinder neck. Dark blue hare’s fur glaze with brown streaks. Berndt Friberg was a Swedish ...

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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Gustavsberg Vases

Materials

Stoneware

Stoneware Vase by Berndt Friberg for Gustavsberg Studio, Sweden, 1969
Stoneware Vase by Berndt Friberg for Gustavsberg Studio, Sweden, 1969

Stoneware Vase by Berndt Friberg for Gustavsberg Studio, Sweden, 1969

By Berndt Friberg, Gustavsberg

Located in Malmö, SE

A beautiful stoneware vase with amazing hare’s fur glaze. Made by master thrower Berndt Friberg, in the artist's studio at Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1969. Great condition. Incised signa...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Gustavsberg Vases

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Ceramic, Stoneware

Stoneware "Farsta" Vase by Wilhelm Kåge, Gustavsbergs studio, Sweden, 1952
Stoneware "Farsta" Vase by Wilhelm Kåge, Gustavsbergs studio, Sweden, 1952

Stoneware "Farsta" Vase by Wilhelm Kåge, Gustavsbergs studio, Sweden, 1952

By Wilhelm Kage, Gustavsberg

Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län

“Farsta” Footed vase or bowl, in a cylindrical form, colored stoneware with beautiful flowing glaze in ochre and rust tones. “Farsta” stoneware is recognized as being the best and m...

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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Gustavsberg Vases

Materials

Stoneware

Stoneware Vase by Stig Lindberg for Gustavsberg Studio, Sweden, 1963
Stoneware Vase by Stig Lindberg for Gustavsberg Studio, Sweden, 1963

Stoneware Vase by Stig Lindberg for Gustavsberg Studio, Sweden, 1963

By Stig Lindberg, Gustavsberg

Located in Malmö, SE

A beautiful and unique stoneware vase with amazing glaze. Made by Stig Lindberg in Gustavsberg Studio, Sweden. 1963. Excellent condition. Incised "Stig L" and Gustavsberg studio han...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Gustavsberg Vases

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Ceramic, Stoneware

1930s Wilhelm Kåge Silver Decor Argenta Vase for Gustavsberg, Sweden
1930s Wilhelm Kåge Silver Decor Argenta Vase for Gustavsberg, Sweden

1930s Wilhelm Kåge Silver Decor Argenta Vase for Gustavsberg, Sweden

By Josef Ekberg, Carl-Harry Stålhane, Wilhelm Kage, Gustavsberg, Upsala Ekeby

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Sculptural stoneware “Argenta” vase by Wilhelm Kåge with soft fluted body and elegant slender neck. From top to bottom silver inlay lines and floral decor on matte deep ocean green g...

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Early 20th Century Swedish Art Nouveau Gustavsberg Vases

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Silver, Silver Leaf

Stoneware vase with decor of flowers in silver, model Grazia, Swedish Modern.
Stoneware vase with decor of flowers in silver, model Grazia, Swedish Modern.

Stoneware vase with decor of flowers in silver, model Grazia, Swedish Modern.

By Gustavsberg, Stig Lindberg

Located in Stockholm, SE

A decorative stoneware vase with silver decor, depicting a flower bouquet. Designed by the artistic leader of Gustavsberg (from 1949, at 21 years old, to 1957) Stig Lindberg. Mode...

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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Gustavsberg Vases

Materials

Silver

Stig Lindberg, Vase, Stoneware, Sweden, 1960s
Stig Lindberg, Vase, Stoneware, Sweden, 1960s

Stig Lindberg, Vase, Stoneware, Sweden, 1960s

By Stig Lindberg, Gustavsberg

Located in High Point, NC

A fluted brown-glazed stoneware vase, designed by Stig Lindberg, produced by Gustavsberg, Sweden, c. 1960s.

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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gustavsberg Vases

Materials

Stoneware

Wilhelm Kage Vaga Wave Bowl Gustavsberg Sweden 1940s Kåge Stoneware Vase
Wilhelm Kage Vaga Wave Bowl Gustavsberg Sweden 1940s Kåge Stoneware Vase

Wilhelm Kage Vaga Wave Bowl Gustavsberg Sweden 1940s Kåge Stoneware Vase

By Wilhelm Kage, Gustavsberg

Located in Basel, BS

Wilhelm Kåge white ‚Carrara‘ glazed ‚Våga‘ (wave) bowl for Gustavsberg in the late 1940s to early 1950s, hand-crafted in Sweden. Very good condition with normal signs of use and ag...

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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Gustavsberg Vases

Materials

Stoneware

Stoneware "Gnurgla" Miniature Vase, Stig Lindberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1950s
Stoneware "Gnurgla" Miniature Vase, Stig Lindberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1950s

Stoneware "Gnurgla" Miniature Vase, Stig Lindberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1950s

By Gustavsberg, Stig Lindberg

Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län

Lovely miniature stoneware vase by Stig Lindberg, model called “Gnurgla”. Unique, in a whimsical, smooth drop form. Glazed glossy nuances of black and brown with touches of blue.

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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Gustavsberg Vases

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Stoneware

Stoneware "Farsta" Bowl by Wilhelm Kåge, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1940s
Stoneware "Farsta" Bowl by Wilhelm Kåge, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1940s

Stoneware "Farsta" Bowl by Wilhelm Kåge, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1940s

By Wilhelm Kage, Gustavsberg

Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län

Low “Farsta” bowl or platter, made from stoneware in a smooth, thick form. Vibrant blue glaze. “Farsta” stoneware is recognized as being the best and most...

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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Gustavsberg Vases

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Stoneware

Mid-Century Modern Swedish Argenta Vase, Wilhelm Kage for Gustavsberg
Mid-Century Modern Swedish Argenta Vase, Wilhelm Kage for Gustavsberg

Mid-Century Modern Swedish Argenta Vase, Wilhelm Kage for Gustavsberg

By Wilhelm Kage, Gustavsberg

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This classic Scandinavian Modern Vase is from the Argenta series designed by Wilhelm Kåge for Gustavsberg. A beautiful example of Swedish Grace and Mid-Century design, the elegant va...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Gustavsberg Vases

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Stoneware

Art Deco Green Lustre Glaze Lidded Vase by Josef Ekberg Gustavsberg, 1920's
Art Deco Green Lustre Glaze Lidded Vase by Josef Ekberg Gustavsberg, 1920's

Art Deco Green Lustre Glaze Lidded Vase by Josef Ekberg Gustavsberg, 1920's

By Josef Ekberg, Gustavsberg

Located in Grythyttan, SE

This large and exquisite handmade lidded vase, is skillfully crafted by the renowned Swedish ceramic artist Josef Ekberg. He is recognized as one of Sweden's foremost ceramic artists...

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1920s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Gustavsberg Vases

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Earthenware, Luster

Rare Early Swedish Mid Century Farsta Vase by Wilhelm Kåge by Gustavsberg, 1940
Rare Early Swedish Mid Century Farsta Vase by Wilhelm Kåge by Gustavsberg, 1940

Rare Early Swedish Mid Century Farsta Vase by Wilhelm Kåge by Gustavsberg, 1940

By Wilhelm Kage, Gustavsberg

Located in Stockholm, SE

A rare, early and unique Swedish mid century "Farsta" stoneware vase in a decorative turquoise blue and brown glaze by Wilhelm Kåge for Gustavsberg Sweden, 1940. In good original co...

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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Gustavsberg Vases

Materials

Stoneware

Large White VÅGA Shell Vase by Wilhelm Kage for Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1940s
Large White VÅGA Shell Vase by Wilhelm Kage for Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1940s

Large White VÅGA Shell Vase by Wilhelm Kage for Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1940s

By Gustavsberg, Wilhelm Kage

Located in Bromma, SE

Wilhelm Kåge Shell Formed Vase "Våga" by Gustavsberg. Creamy white Stoneware Vase with Carrara Glaze. 1950s. Good vintage condition with light signs of wear. Small production crack...

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1940s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gustavsberg Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Wilhelm Kåge, Vase, Stoneware, Sweden, 1950s
Wilhelm Kåge, Vase, Stoneware, Sweden, 1950s

Wilhelm Kåge, Vase, Stoneware, Sweden, 1950s

By Wilhelm Kage, Gustavsberg

Located in High Point, NC

A green-glazed stoneware vase designed by Wilhelm Kåge and produced by Gustavsberg, Sweden, c. 1950s.

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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Gustavsberg Vases

Materials

Stoneware

Midcentury Stoneware Miniature Vase, Berndt Friberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden 1944-47
Midcentury Stoneware Miniature Vase, Berndt Friberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden 1944-47

Midcentury Stoneware Miniature Vase, Berndt Friberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden 1944-47

By Gustavsberg, Berndt Friberg

Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län

Lovely miniature stoneware vase by Berndt Friberg, in an oval form with a wide opening. Glazed velvety blue hare’s fur glaze. Berndt Friberg was a Swedish ceramicist, renowned for h...

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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Gustavsberg Vases

Materials

Stoneware

Large Swedish Mid Century Stoneware "Farsta" Vase Urn by Wilhelm Kåge, 1950s
Large Swedish Mid Century Stoneware "Farsta" Vase Urn by Wilhelm Kåge, 1950s

Large Swedish Mid Century Stoneware "Farsta" Vase Urn by Wilhelm Kåge, 1950s

By Gustavsberg, Wilhelm Kage

Located in Stockholm, SE

A unique and large Swedish mid century "Farsta" stoneware urn vase in a decorative brown green glaze designed by Wilhelm Kåge and produced by Gustavsberg in Sweden, 1940. In good or...

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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Gustavsberg Vases

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Stoneware

A beautiful faience vase by Stig Lindberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden from 1950s
A beautiful faience vase by Stig Lindberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden from 1950s

A beautiful faience vase by Stig Lindberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden from 1950s

By Stig Lindberg, Gustavsberg

Located in Knivsta, SE

A beautiful faience vase designed by Stig Lindberg (1916-1982), Gustavsberg Studio, Sweden from 1950s. Very period design and signed with the ”Studio hand”. Wear consistent with ag...

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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gustavsberg Vases

Materials

Faience

Scandinavian "Karneval" Faience Vase, Stig Lindberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1950s
Scandinavian "Karneval" Faience Vase, Stig Lindberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1950s

Scandinavian "Karneval" Faience Vase, Stig Lindberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1950s

By Gustavsberg, Stig Lindberg

Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län

Faience “Karneval” vase by Stig Lindberg, in a strict block shape. Large size and a humoristic decor of a mermaid one one side and a ship on the other. The rim and corners are unglaz...

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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Gustavsberg Vases

Materials

Faience

Green & Gold Art Deco Lustre Vase by Josef Ekberg for Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1920s
Green & Gold Art Deco Lustre Vase by Josef Ekberg for Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1920s

Green & Gold Art Deco Lustre Vase by Josef Ekberg for Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1920s

By Wilhelm Kage, Gustavsberg, Josef Ekberg

Located in Malmö, SE

A beautiful globe vase with lustre glaze and amazing hand painted gold details. Scandinavian Grace / Art Deco. Made by Josef Ekberg at Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1920s. Great condition. N...

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1920s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Gustavsberg Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Stoneware Vase by Berndt Friberg for Gustavsberg Studio, Sweden, 1956
Stoneware Vase by Berndt Friberg for Gustavsberg Studio, Sweden, 1956

Stoneware Vase by Berndt Friberg for Gustavsberg Studio, Sweden, 1956

By Berndt Friberg, Gustavsberg

Located in Malmö, SE

A beautiful stoneware vase with amazing hare’s fur glaze. Made by master thrower Berndt Friberg, in the artist's studio at Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1956. Great condition. Slightly obliq...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Gustavsberg Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Wilhelm Kage vase ceramic "Argenta" Gustavsberg Sweden 1940s Marked
Wilhelm Kage vase ceramic "Argenta" Gustavsberg Sweden 1940s Marked

Wilhelm Kage vase ceramic "Argenta" Gustavsberg Sweden 1940s Marked

By Gustavsberg, Wilhelm Kage

Located in Paris, IDF

Wilhelm Kage "Argenta" round vase Gustavsberg Sweden 1940s. Marked on the bottom with “Gustavsberg Argenta,” model number, and “Made in Sweden. Deep green glaze with a speckled finis...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Gustavsberg Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Silicone

Midcentury Stoneware “Argenta” Vase by Wilhelm Kåge, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1940s
Midcentury Stoneware “Argenta” Vase by Wilhelm Kåge, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1940s

Midcentury Stoneware “Argenta” Vase by Wilhelm Kåge, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1940s

By Wilhelm Kage, Gustavsberg

Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län

Stoneware “Argenta” vase by Wilhelm Kåge, in a tall, stately design. Striking decor of young man standing on the back of a dragon. Lovely subtle bubble detail on the rim. Beautifully...

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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Gustavsberg Vases

Materials

Stoneware

Large Stoneware Vase by Berndt Friberg for Gustavsberg Studio, Sweden, 1960
Large Stoneware Vase by Berndt Friberg for Gustavsberg Studio, Sweden, 1960

Large Stoneware Vase by Berndt Friberg for Gustavsberg Studio, Sweden, 1960

By Gustavsberg, Berndt Friberg

Located in Malmö, SE

A large and beautiful stoneware vase with amazing hare’s fur glaze. Made by master thrower Berndt Friberg, in the artist's studio at Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1960. Great condition, but ...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Gustavsberg Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Gustavsberg vases for sale on 1stDibs.

Gustavsberg vases are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of ceramic and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Gustavsberg vases, although black editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original vases by Gustavsberg were created in the Scandinavian Modern style in scandinavia during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider vases by Carl-Harry Stålhane, Gunnar Nylund, and Stig Lindberg. Prices for Gustavsberg vases can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $199 and can go as high as $20,792, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $1,721.