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 He is well-listed in all art historical reference works including Thieme-Becker and in Benezit, which gives a signature sample.
Jais Nielsen for Royal Copenhagen Square Vase or Bottle with Bronze Lid, 1957
By Royal Copenhagen, Jais Nielsen, Knud Kyhn, Carl Haller, Axel Salto
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 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
Jais Nielsen Vase with Biblical Reliefs in Sung Glaze for Royal Copenhagen
By Royal Copenhagen, Jais Nielsen
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
Jais Nielsen for Royal Copenhagen, Ceramic Vase in Oxblood Glaze, 1930s
By Royal Copenhagen, Jais Nielsen
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
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 Jais Nielsen, Royal Copenhagen
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
$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
Axel Salto Unique Danish vase, in the manner of Salto. Royal Copenhagen
By Axel Salto, Royal Copenhagen
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
$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
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
Large William Moorcroft Wisteria Plum Vase, c1935
By William Moorcroft
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
Large William Moorcroft Wisteria Plum Vase, c1935 Additional Information: Heading : Large William Moorcroft pottery vase Date : c1935 Origin : Burslem, Engl...
Pottery
$384
H 9.06 in W 2.76 in D 2.76 in
Johanne Gerber Vase by Royal Copenhagen Blue Floral Baca Danish Ceramic 1970s
By Johanne Gerber, Royal Copenhagen
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Square ceramic vase from the Royal Copenhagen "Baca" series by Nils Thorsson This decor is designed by Johanne Gerber and made in the period 1969-...
Ceramic
Ewald Dahlskog – Ceramic Vase - Bo Fajans Sweden 1930s
By Bo Fajans, Ewald Dahlskog
Located in Stockholm, SE
A lovely vase in a lovely shape and with the "Lava"-glaze designed by Ewald Dahlskog at Bo Fajans, Sweden in the 1930s. The vase is 18 cm (7.2") high ...
Ceramic
Ewald Dahlskog – Green, Swiveled Ceramic Vase - 1930s
By Bo Fajans, Ewald Dahlskog
Located in Stockholm, SE
A lovely green ceramic vase designed by Ewald Dahlskog at Bo Fajans, Sweden in the 1930s. The vase is 18 cm (7.2") tall and in excellent condition. Ewald Dahlskog (1894–1950) was on...
Ceramic
$5,802
H 6.3 in Dm 3.15 in
Scandinavian Modern Stoneware Vase by Axel Salto Budding Style, Royal Copenhagen
By Axel Salto, Royal Copenhagen
Located in Odense, DK
A striking cylindrical stoneware vase by Royal Copenhagen, model number 20565, masterfully designed in the distinctive budded style by Axel Salto. This sculptural form exemplifies Sa...
Stoneware
Glazed Ceramic Art Deco Vase with Flowers by Schramberg Germany, 1920s
By Schramberg Majolica
Located in Esbjerg, DK
SMF Schramberg hand-painted Majolica ceramic vase decorated with colorful flowers. Art Deco styling with a hint of Art Nouveau. Manufactured circa 1920-30. Measurements: H: 20 cm, Di...
Ceramic
Ceramic Vase by Gertrud Lönegren, Rörstrand, 1930s
By Rörstrand, Gertrud Lönegren
Located in Stockholm, SE
Ceramic vase by Gertrud Lonegren in golden glaze and a highly textured surface. Measures: Diameter 21 cm Height 21.5 cm Lonegren studied in Vienna and Stockholm during the 1920s, ...
Ceramic
Kähler Art Deco Vase with Water Lily Motif, Denmark, circa 1920s–1930s
By Herman A. Kähler 1
Located in Kastrup, DK
Elegant and decorative Art Deco vase by Kähler, crafted in ceramic with a warm ivory-toned glaze and hand-decorated organic water lily motifs in rich golden hues. The soft, flowing l...
Ceramic
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
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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
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 Royal Copenhagen, Jais Nielsen
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