Born in Denmark, Jais Nielsen initially studied at Kristian Zahrtmann’s art school and exhibited for the first time at the 1907 Autumn Salon in Copenhagen's Charlottenberg Palace. He participated in the ground-breaking The Group of Thirteen modernism show, where his focus on dynamic figural painting and his bold use of color set him dramatically apart from his contemporaries. From 1907–11, his use of 'primitive' Fauve colors reinforced his clear departure from traditional Danish painting. In 1911, Nielsen moved to Paris where he settled in the Latin Quarter near the Musée de Cluny. His first formal Paris exhibition was at the Salon d’Automne of 1912. During this first Paris period, from which the present work dates, Nielsen attended meetings of the Section d’Or at the studio of Jacques Villon and began to incorporate distinct, yet subtle, Cubist elements into his work. At the outbreak of World War One, Nielsen moved back to Copenhagen, taking his Parisian Modernist style with him. Sports, dance and circus life were the themes that interested him and he painted many canvases in the best tradition of the early Cubists, of which he became the earliest Danish exponent. Neilsen exhibited widely and with success and was the only Danish artist represented in the landmark Futurist exhibition, “Futurismo & Futurismi” in Venice, Italy in 1986. A retrospective of his work was also held at the Galerie 1900–2000 in 1986. Nielsen is recognized as a founding pioneer of Scandinavian modernism and his works are held in private and public collections worldwide including the permanent collections of the National Art Museum in Copenhagen and the National Museum in Oslo. He is well-listed in all art historical reference works including Thieme-Becker and in Benezit, which gives a signature sample.
Mid 20th Century Royal Copenhagen Decorative Lidded Jar
By Jais Nielsen, Royal Copenhagen
Located in Tarry Town, NY
An exceptional mid-20th century Danish Royal Copenhagen decorative stoneware lidded jar, designed by the renowned Danish artist and ceramicist Jais Nielsen. The covered vessel is bea...
Ceramic
Jais Nielsen Bordeaux Figural Vase C. 1935
By Jais Nielsen
Located in Long Island City, NY
Jais Nielsen Bordeaux figural vase with glazed signature and manufacturer's mark on bottom.
Ceramic
"Blue Head", Remarkable Art Deco Sculpture of Young Man by Jais Nielsen
By Jais Nielsen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This rare and remarkable "Head of a Potter," executed in a rich, deep blue glaze by Jais Nielsen, is both strong and subtle, an evocative and beautiful capturing of a young man's vis...
Ceramic
Jais Nielsen for Royal Copenhagen Square Vase or Bottle with Bronze Lid, 1957
By Knud Kyhn, Axel Salto, Carl Haller, Jais Nielsen, Royal Copenhagen
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Danish artist Jais Nielsen deigned this slim square stoneware jar or bottle with bronze lid for Royal Copenhagen. The four sides show a decoration of biblical motifs covered with br...
Bronze
Jais Nielsen Vase with Biblical Reliefs in Sung Glaze for Royal Copenhagen
By Jais Nielsen, Royal Copenhagen
Located in Kastrup, DK
Stoneware vase by Jais Nielsen (1885–1961), created for the Royal Danish Porcelain Factory (Royal Copenhagen) circa 1921–1928. Executed in stoneware with a beautiful Sung-inspired gl...
Stoneware
"Head of a Potter, " Highly Rare Art Deco Sculpture of Male Figure by Nielsen
By Jais Nielsen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This rare and remarkable "Head of a Potter" in the pebbly Sung glaze by Jais Nielsen is both strong and subtle, an evocative and beautiful capturing of a young man's visage, no doubt...
Ceramic
"Apotheosis of Pottery", Stunning Art Deco Low Bowl w/ Female Nude by Nielsen
By Jais Nielsen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Although Jais Nielsen was one of Denmark's most prominent and prolific artists in the early to mid-20th century, and is known for his paintings and drawings that show the influence o...
Ceramic
Jais Nielsen Ceramic Vase / Urn with Lid by Royal Copenhagen in Denmark
By Jais Nielsen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Ceramic vase / urn with lid designed by Jais Nielsen. Produced by Royal Copenhagen in Denmark.
Ceramic
1920s-1930s Art Deco Oxblood Glazed Vase by Jais Nielsen for Royal Copenhagen
By Royal Copenhagen, Jais Nielsen
Located in Knebel, DK
Oxblood Glazed Art Deco Vase by Jais Nielsen for Royal Copenhagen. The very rare large 1920´s - 1930´s oxblood glazed vase is in excellent condition and feature relief decorations d...
Stoneware
Jais Nielsen for Royal Copenhagen, Ceramic Vase in Oxblood Glaze, 1930s
By Jais Nielsen, Royal Copenhagen
Located in Milan, IT
Jais Nielsen for Royal Copenhagen, ceramic vase in oxblood glaze portraying two Evangelical figures, 1930s. This piece is a great example of Classical Scandinavian and Mid-Century D...
Ceramic
Svenskt Tenn, Vase, Pewter, Sweden, C. 1935
By GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget
Located in High Point, NC
A vase, produced by Svenskt Tenn, in Pewter. Features artistic engravings. With makers stamp and signature to underside. Overall Dimensions (inches): 12.1" Height x 6" Diameter All...
Pewter
Axel Salto Unique Danish vase, in the manner of Salto. Royal Copenhagen
By Royal Copenhagen, Axel Salto
Located in Forest, BE
Unique vase made by or in the manner of Axel Salto. Beautiful glaze and details. There's various shades of brown and greens. Will fit any interiors, a true beauty. Axel Johannes ...
Ceramic, Clay
$625 / set
H 5 in W 1.625 in D 1.625 in
Fajance Vase and Lidded Box Set by Nils Thorsson for Royal Copenhagen
By Royal Copenhagen, Nils Thorsson
Located in San Diego, CA
Wonderful Fajance three-piece vase and lidded box set from the Baca line by Nils Thorsson for Royal Copenhagen, circa 1960s. The grey, white and navy blue glazed stoneware containers...
Stoneware
$1,344
H 11.62 in W 6.89 in D 3.55 in
Art Deco Glazed Ceramic Woman Figure by Cia Manna Mod "Samara", Turin, Italy
By C.I.A. Manna
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Incredibly stunning large Art Deco woman figure signed by Cia Manna, Torino, Italy, 1950s. Semi nude form of a young woman. It is made in painted and glazed ...
Ceramic
$500Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 3 in Dm 4.5 in
Fajance Lidded Box and Jar by Nils Thorsson for Royal Copenhagen
By Royal Copenhagen, Nils Thorsson
Located in San Diego, CA
Wonderful Fajance lidded box and jar from the Baca line by Nils Thorsson for Royal Copenhagen, circa 1960s. The brown, tan and blue glazed stoneware containers with geometric abstrac...
Stoneware
Gaetano Pesce Indian Summer Vase L Resin Fuchsia Orange Bordeaux
Located in barasso, IT
Indian Summer vase - Clear fuchsia, orange, matt bordeaux. Vase in soft resin designed by Gaetano Pesce in 1995 for Fish Design collection. Colours...
Resin
$560
H 9.45 in Dm 5.12 in
Nils Thorsson for Royal Copenhagen, Vase in Glazed Ceramics with Leaf Decoration
Located in København, Copenhagen
Nils Thorsson for Royal Copenhagen. Vase in glazed ceramics with leaf decoration. Dated 1944. Measures: 24 x 13 cm. In excellent condition. Stamped. 1st factory quality.
Ceramic
$32,962 / set
H 1.58 in Dm 5.91 in
Giacomo Balla Sculpture Ceramic Riccardo Gatti Futurist Art Deco Italy 1930s
By Giacomo Balla, Riccardo Gatti
Located in Catania, IT
We present an authentic sculpture by the famous futurist artist Giacomo Balla. A very rare tea service produced in the middle of the Futurist period in Italy. Extremely rare object...
Pottery
Mid-Century Modern Blue Royal Copenhagen Art Pottery Vase
By Royal Copenhagen
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This Danish art pottery vase was made by Royal Copenhagen in the period and style of midcentury Modernism. The vase is done with a hand painted cobalt blue decoration over a light, o...
Pottery
$1,995 / set
H 18 in W 9 in D 9 in
Pair of Large Mid-20th Century Dutch Delft Lidded Ginger Jars Mantel Vases
By Petrus Regout
Located in Pearland, TX
A lovely pair of vintage Dutch Delft faience lidded ginger jars by well known Dutch maker, Petrus Regout in Maastricht, Holland at the Royal Sphinx factory, circa 1960. Maker's marks...
Delft
Fulham Pottery Glazed Pedestal Vase circa 1935
By Fulham Pottery, Constance Spry
Located in CA, CA
A beautiful small Pedestal Constance Spry vase for Fulham Pottery
Ceramic
Mid 20th century Pair of Chinese cloisonné lidded ginger jars
Located in Pomona, CA
This pair of Chinese cloisonné lidded ginger jars featuring traditional Buddhist decorative symbols on a vibrant yellow ground. They are crafted from a copper base with the fine wire...
Copper
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H 2.6 in W 5.25 in D 5.25 in
Vintage Royal Copenhagen Glazed Ceramic Bowl, Jais Nielson 1930's-1940's
By Jais Nielsen, Royal Copenhagen
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Studio art pottery triangular-shaped bowl featuring a distinctive bordeaux oxblood glaze with a green interior. The bowl from designer Jais Nielson makes a charming piece sitting on ...
Stoneware, Ceramic, Paint
Jais Nielsen & Knud Andersen Lidded Vase for Royal Copenhagen
By Royal Copenhagen, Jais Nielsen
Located in Kastrup, DK
Jais Nielsen (1885–1961) Lidded stoneware vase designed by Jais Nielsen and Knud Andersen for Royal Copenhagen, 1953. The vase features a four-sided body with relief depictions of th...
Brass
Jais Neilsen Bordeaux Small Bowl C. 1935
By Jais Nielsen
Located in Long Island City, NY
Small Danish bordeaux triangular shaped bowl by Jais Neilsen, with glazed signature on bottom and design detail on inside center.
Ceramic
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H 9.06 in W 4.34 in D 4.34 in
Jais Nielsen Four-Sided Stoneware Vase with Biblical Relief Motifs for Royal Cop
By Royal Copenhagen, Jais Nielsen
Located in Kastrup, DK
A four-sided stoneware vase by Jais Nielsen, created for Royal Copenhagen, 1930-1940. Featuring biblical motifs in relief, depicting the Three Wise Men and Joseph and Mary with the ...
Stoneware
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H 9 in W 3.75 in D 3.25 in
"Sainted Figure", Art Deco Sculpture of Bearded Saint with Halo by Jais Nielsen
By Jais Nielsen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This bold and penetrating portrait of a bearded saint with bluish hair and a golden halo was sculpted by Jais Nielsen, perhaps Denmark's greatest sculptor and ceramicist in the Art D...
Ceramic
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H 14.97 in W 13 in D 9.85 in
Jais Nielsen for Royal Copenhagen, 'Jacob Wrestling with the Angel, Stoneware
By Royal Copenhagen, Jais Nielsen
Located in Kastrup, DK
Jais Nielsen (1885-1961 ) for Royal Copenhagen. 'Jacobs Kamp med Englen' (Jacob wrestling with the angel), stoneware figure decorated with drip glaze i...
Stoneware
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H 23.63 in W 14.97 in D 12.6 in
Royal Copenhagen Glazed Stoneware Group of Pontius Pilate, Jais Nielsen
By Royal Copenhagen, Jais Nielsen
Located in Kastrup, DK
Stoneware object of Pontius Pilate in oxblood glaze. Jais Nielsen (1885-19619) for Royal Copenhagen, 1949. Signed 'Jais' and the 3 blue waves for Roya...
Stoneware
Royal Copenhagen Stoneware Floor Vase, No. 2222, by Jais Nielsen
By Royal Copenhagen, Jais Nielsen
Located in Lejre, DK
Royal Copenhagen stoneware floor vase with a dark glaze decorated with motifs signed by Jais Nielsen, 1885-1961, and numbered 2222. The vase is in great vintage condition from circa ...
Stoneware
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H 15.75 in Dm 13.39 in
Royal Copenhagen Stoneware Floor Vase, No. 2222, by Jais Nielsen, 1885-1961
By Royal Copenhagen, Jais Nielsen
Located in Lejre, DK
Royal Copenhagen stoneware floor vase with a dark glaze decorated with motifs signed by Jais Nielsen, 1885-1961, and numbered 2222. The vase is in great vintage condition from around...
Stoneware
1920s-1930s Large Oxblood Glazed Vase by Jais Nielsen for Royal Copenhagen
By Jais Nielsen, Royal Copenhagen
Located in Knebel, DK
Large oxblood stoneware vase with relief decorations depicting David with lion, Base marked: Royal Copenhagen, Painted three wave lines, Jais and incis...
Stoneware
Stoneware and Celadon Glaze Vase by Jais Nielsen
By Jais Nielsen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Vase with lid by Jais Nielsen for Royal Copenhagen. Stoneware and celadon glaze. Signed both artist and maker 1935.
Stoneware