Höganäs Keramik was the premier manufacturer of Swedish heat-resistant and heat-retentive stoneware in the early 20th century. Ceramics have had a home in Höganäs — which is in Scania County, Sweden — for hundreds of years, with the likes of Höganäsbolaget firing ware in its kilns since at least the early 1800s.
Johansson Olofsson and Sigfrid Johansson initially founded what would become Höganäs Keramik in 1909. Olofsson left in 1910 and Karl Andersson stepped in. The firm was called Andersson & Johansson for a period, and with durability and functionality driving the early designs over form, its inaugural pieces appeared modest and rustic. The founders later traded under Höganäs Keramik, and the company’s designs increasingly incorporated more vivid glazes and livelier forms, while also maintaining the durability and quality standards that had been synonymous with their output. By 1914, Höganäs Keramik pieces were interesting enough to participate in the Baltic Exhibition in Malmö, Sweden.
In the 1920s, Höganäs expanded their site in order to broaden their range of offerings and increase their production capabilities. Manufacturing at the firm grew during the 1940s, as they moved to a facility twice the size of their previous factory. In 1948, the company diversified its production to include molds, pots and pans.
In the 1950s, the company launched the Old Höganäs series, reflecting on the creations that brought their success, while also bringing in notable ceramicists such as John Andersson, Signe Persson-Melin and Hertha Bengtsson to contribute to their growing repertoire of designs.
Höganäs is now part of the Iittala Group, which was purchased by Fiskars Corporation in 2007, and remains celebrated for centuries of innovations in ceramic production.
On 1stDibs, find a selection of antique and vintage Höganäs Keramik serveware, lighting and ceramic decor.
Large Collection of 27 miniature vessels - John Andersson - Höganäs
By Höganäs Keramik, John Andersson
Located in Stockholm, SE
A large collection of 27 vessels, most of them designed by John Andersson and all of them produced at Höganäs about 1950s. The tallest one is 9 cm (3.6") and the smallest one is 1.5 ...
Stoneware
$651Sale Price|20% Off
Terracotta Sculpture of Laying Woman by Åke Holm, 1960s
By Höganäs Keramik, Ake Holm
Located in Stockholm, SE
A stunning terracotta sculpture of a laying woman designed byÅke Holm at Höganäs in the mid 20th century. The sculpture is 21 x 11 cm and in excellent condition. It is signed below. ...
Ceramic
Sculpture bust in terracotta - Åke Holm - Höganäs
By Ake Holm, Höganäs Keramik
Located in Stockholm, SE
A stunning bust in terracotta designed by Åke Holm at Höganäs in the mid 20th century. The sculpture is 15 cm tall and in excellent condition. It is signed below. Åke Holm (1900–198...
Ceramic
$259Sale Price / set|20% Off
Series of 6 Vintage Scandinavian Ceramic Cups by the Höganäs Keramik Factory
By Höganäs Keramik
Located in AIGNAN, FR
Series of 6 ceramic cups by the Swedish manufacturer Höganäs Keramik dating from the 70s. With their modern shape and mineral hue, this set will be perfect in a natural, refined a...
Ceramic
$280Sale Price / set|20% Off
Collection of Miniature Ceramic Pieces from Höganäs, Sweden
By Höganäs Keramik, John Andersson
Located in Stockholm, SE
Wonderful collection of miniature ceramics. These ones are the work of John Andersson, signed ”JA”, and produced at Höganäs in Sweden. There are two vases and one bowl. The sculpture...
Ceramic
Scandinavian Ceramic Pitcher, Ville Sjöholm, Höganäs, Sweden 1950s
By Höganäs Keramik
Located in Bochum, NRW
Scandinavian Ceramic Pitcher, Ville Sjöholm, Höganäs, Sweden 1950s In 1941, Ville participated in the formation of the group "Kullakonst" where in addition to Ville, Åke Holm, Christ...
Ceramic, Pottery
Höganäs Keramik Midcentury Scandinavian Ceramic Pottery Bottle Vase, 1960s
By Höganäs Keramik
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern design ceramic bottle with cup produced by Höganäs Keramik with stamp under the base, Sweden circa 1960s.
Ceramic
$964Sale Price|20% Off
Otto Klaesson 1950s Cream White Glazed Swedish Stoneware Vase
By Höganäs Keramik
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Elegant example of classic Scandinavian midcentury craftsmanship. Handmade stoneware vase with cream white glaze. Fine dotted pattern around the base of the neck and tiny brown accents in the glaze surrounding the pattern. Beautifully shaped vase with a round belly and a slender neck. Designed by Otto...
Stoneware, Ceramic, Pottery
Rare Medium Tiger Ceramic Sculpture, Italy, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Italian ceramic, perfect condition, produced in 1960s. We have also another big cats for sale, check our products. Only one unique piece available.
Ceramic
$3,014
H 24.81 in W 9.85 in D 15.75 in
Midcentury Big Cheetah Hand Painted Terracotta Ceramic Sculpture, Italy, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Beautiful Cheetah - Italian ceramic, perfect condition, produced in 1960s. We have also another big cats for sale, check our products. Only one unique piece available. Signed "made i...
Ceramic, Terracotta
Dreamlike Cup
Located in Jerusalem, IL
This piece is designed by Lameice Abu Aker a Palestinian designer based in Jerusalem. Mouth-blown, lampworked, and shaped, in Jaba' a small village in the Palestinian Territories. p...
Blown Glass
Mid Century White Poodle Dog Sculpture, Italy, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Painted ceramic, very good original vintage condition. No damages or cracks. Beautiful and unique decorative sculpture. White Poodle Dog Sculpture was produced in Italy. Only one dog...
Ceramic
$1,507 / set
H 4.34 in Dm 2.37 in
16 Scandinavian Modern Gilded Chocolate/Espresso Cups by Wilhelm Kåge, Sweden
By Gustavsberg, Wilhelm Kage
Located in Stockholm, SE
16 Scandinavian Modern Gilded Chocolate/Espresso Cups by Wilhelm Kåge, Gustavsberg, Made in Sweden. Green enamel with interior gilding. The gilded details on the espresso cups give ...
Porcelain
$569Sale Price|20% Off
H 9.44 in W 7.87 in D 3.93 in
Auguste Henri Carli Bust in Terracotta, France, Belgium, Early 20th Century
By Auguste Carli
Located in Verviers, BE
Auguste Henri Carli (1868-1930)-bust in terracotta, France, Belgium, early 20th century Signed A. Carli. Auguste Carli is a French sculpture, w...
Terracotta
Stunning Yellow Stoneware Vase - Claes Thell, Höganäs Sweden - 1982
Located in Stockholm, SE
A beautiful yellow vase designed by the Swedish ceramicist Claes Thell in his workshop in Höganäs in 1982. The vase is 19 cm tall. The vase is in excellent condition and marked belo...
Ceramic
$1,193
H 2.56 in Dm 1.97 in
Set of 6 Ceramic Miniature Vases and Bowls, Rörstrand Midcentury Sweden Vintage
By Rörstrand, Carl-Harry Stålhane
Located in Stockholm, SE
A cool set of 6 miniatures designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane at Rörstrand, they are between 4-6.5 cm high. They are all in excellent condition and marked as 1st quality. Carl-Harry Stålhane is one of the top names when it comes to midcentury Scandinavian Ceramics...
Stoneware
$4,816 / set
H 12.21 in Dm 6.3 in
Set of 4 Brown Stoneware Vases by Yngve Blixt, Höganäs, Sweden, 1970s
By Yngve Blixt
Located in Malmö, SE
A set of four stoneware vases with amazing 'leopard' glaze. Made by Yngve Blixt, in his studio in Höganäs, Sweden, 1974-1975. Excellent condition. Incised Yngve Blixt, Höganäs. Yn...
Ceramic, Stoneware
$2,833 / set
H 9.45 in Dm 3.55 in
Collection of 3 Ceramic Vessels by Gunnar Nylund Rörstrand Sweden, 1950s
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
We have curated a group of stunning pieces of ceramics made in Sweden during the 1950s. These pieces have been gathered and put together by us, carefully sorted and now ready to be g...
Ceramic
$192
H 8.27 in W 2.37 in D 6.3 in
Midcentury Ceramic Porcelain Decorative Horse Sculpture, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Painted ceramic, very good original vintage condition. No damages or cracks. Beautiful and unique decorative sculpture. Horse sculpture was produced in England. Only one item available.
Ceramic, Porcelain
Rare Medium Black Panther Ceramic Sculpture, Italy, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Italian ceramic, perfect condition, produced in 1960s. We have also another big cats for sale, check our products. Only one unique piece available.
Ceramic
Sold
H 15.75 in Dm 8.67 in
Mid-Century Large Floor Vase Designed by John Andersson Höganäs Sweden 1960s
By Andersson & Johansson, Höganäs Keramik
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
This wonderful, sculptured floor vase was created / designed by John Andersson for Höganäs Keramik Sweden 1960s. The shape and the turquoise glaze are stunning. Good vintage condit...
Stoneware
Swedish Mid Century Ceramic Vase by Andersson & Johansson for Höganäs, 1940s
By Andersson & Johansson, Höganäs Keramik
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare Swedish mid century stoneware ceramic green / turquoise vase by Andersson & Johansson for Höganäs, 1940s. In good original condition. Signed. Dimensions: H: 20 cm / 7.8" Diame...
Ceramic
Huge Vase - Mette Doller - Höganäs Swedish Mid-Century Modern
By Mette Doller, Höganäs Keramik
Located in Stockholm, SE
A huge earthenware vase designed by Mette Doller at Höganäs Keramik in the 1950s. The vase is 44 cm (17,6") hign and about 20 cm (8") in diameter. The vase is in excellent condition ...
Earthenware
Set of 3 Yngve Blixt Stoneware Ceramics for Höganäs AB, 1970s
By Höganäs Keramik, Yngve Blixt
Located in Stockholm, Stockholms län
Group of 3 ceramics made by Yngve Blixt, from his own studio at Höganäs AB during the 1970s. Made from stoneware with speckled uranium glaze. Incised signature on each piece. Prod...
Stoneware
Sold
H 20.48 in Dm 11.82 in
Midcentury Stoneware Floor Vase by Sven Bolin Produced by Höganäs Sweden 1940s
By Höganäs Keramik
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare Scandinavian mid century stoneware floor vase by Sven Bolin produced by Höganäs Keramik Sweden 1940s. In good original condition. Signed. Dimensions:...
Stoneware
Höganas Keramik, Pitcher, Brown Glazed Earthenware, Sweden, 1920s
By Höganäs Keramik
Located in High Point, NC
A brown glazed earthenware pitcher designed and produced by Höganas Keramik, Sweden, 1920s.
Earthenware
Sold
H 4.34 in Dm 1.97 in
Höganäs, Set of 15 Stoneware Miniature Vases and Bowls, Signed, Sweden, 1960s
By Höganäs Keramik
Located in Paris, FR
Collection of 15 small / miniatures ceramics. (11 vases & 4 cups) These ones are mostly the work of John Andersson and produced at Höganäs in Sweden. Height 1-11 cm / some signed J...
Ceramic
Sold
H 4.34 in Dm 3.55 in
John Andersson for Höganäs Stengods Scandinavian Midcentury Ceramic Vase, 1960s
By Höganäs Keramik, John Andersson
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Scandinavian midcentury modern design ceramic vase designed by John Andersson for Höganäs Stengods, Sweden 1960s. Mark under the base. Please note ...
Ceramic
Art Deco Collection of 12 Green Ceramic Pieces Made in Sweden, 1930s-1940s
By Upsala Ekeby, Höganäs Keramik, Ewald Dahlskog
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
This collection of totally 12 pieces green Art Deco vases was manufactured in Sweden during the 1930s-1940s. There are 9 pieces of Ekeby, 2 pieces Bofajans Ewald Dahlskog and one pie...
Ceramic
Sold
H 3.94 in W 3.15 in D 2.76 in
John Andersson, Small Abstract Stoneware Sculpture, for Höganäs, Sweden, 1950s
By Höganäs Keramik, John Andersson
Located in High Point, NC
A small abstract ceramic sculpture, designed by John Andersson (Swedish, 1899-1969). This piece was manufactured to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Swedish company HWT, never re...
Stoneware
Swedish Floor Vase by Höganäs Keramik, 1920s
By Höganäs Keramik
Located in Stockholm, SE
Very rare and good example of a floor vase in stoneware by Höganäs Keramik, circa 1920s. Signed and in good vintage condition with small sigs of use.
Ceramic
Sven Bolin Floorvase for Höganäs, 1940s
By Höganäs Keramik
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare floorvase from the 1940s by Sven Bolin for Höganäs. Good vintage condition with minimal signs of use.
Ceramic