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Scandinavian Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

SCANDINAVIAN MODERN STYLE

Scandinavian modernism is perhaps the warmest and most organic iteration of modernist design. The work of the designers associated with vintage Scandinavian modern furniture was founded on centuries-old beliefs in both quality craftsmanship and the ideal that beauty should enhance even the humblest accessories of daily life.

ORIGINS OF SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN 

CHARACTERISTICS OF SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

  • Bold, clean lines and simple, sturdy symmetries
  • Use of natural materials — native woods such as pine, ash and beech
  • Open, airy spaces
  • Promotion of functionality
  • Emphasis on craftsmanship; rooted in cabinetry profession and traditional construction techniques
  • Minimal ornamentation (little to no embellishment)
  • A neutral or light color palette owing to prominence of light woods

SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW

ICONIC SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS

VINTAGE SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS

The gentle, organic contours that are typical of Scandinavian design appear in the furnishings and decor created by Danish, Finnish and Swedish designers not as a stylistic gesture, but rather as a practical, ergonomic — and, as importantly, elegant — response to the human form.

Each nation produced exceptional talents in all areas of the applied arts, yet each had its forté. Sweden was home to Greta Magnusson Grossman and Bruno Mathsson — creators of the classic Grasshopper lighting series and Berlin daybed, respectively — but the country excelled most notably at ceramics. In the 1920s at the great Gustavsberg porcelain manufactory, Wilhelm Kåge introduced pieces in the Scandinavian style based on influences from folklore to Cubism; his skills were passed on to his versatile and inspired pupils Berndt Friberg and Stig Lindberg.

Likewise, Finland produced a truly ingenious Scandinavian modern furniture designer in the architect Alvar Aalto, a master at melding function and artistic form in works like the Paimio chair, created in collaboration with his first wife, Aino. Yet Finnish glassware was pre-eminent, crafted in expressive, sculptural designs by Tapio Wirkkala and Timo Sarpaneva.

The Danes excelled at chairs. Hans Wegner and Arne Jacobsen were exemplars of the country’s facility with wood, particularly teak

Wegner created such iconic pieces as the Round chair and the Wishbone chair; Jacobsen — while the revolutionary architect and furniture innovator produced the best-selling plywood Ant chair — designed two classic upholstered pieces of the 1950s: the Swan chair and Egg chair. The list of great Danes could go on and on, including Finn Juhl, a stylistic maverick and maker of the bold Chieftain chair; Poul Kjaerholm, with his lean metal-and-rattan aesthetic; and Verner Panton, who introduced a vibrant Pop note into international design.

Today, decades after their heyday, the prolific, ever-evolving Scandinavian modernists continue to amaze and delight, and interior designers all over the world use their pieces to bring warmth to any given space.

On 1stDibs, you will note both instantly recognizable vintage Scandinavian modern chairs, sofas, rugs and tables — those that have earned iconic status over time — and many new discoveries. 

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Style: Scandinavian Modern
Mid-Century Modern Baldwin Acrosonic Piano in Walnut and Caning, 1960's
Located in Charleston, SC
No description provided Mid-Century Modern Baldwin Acrosonic Piano in Walnut and Caning - 1960's This Mid-Century modern Acrosonic spinet piano made by Baldwin is very sought after and is an amazing addition to any home. It's signature Danish style modern tapered leg design and solid walnut wood cabinet...
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Mid-20th Century American Scandinavian Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

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Brass

Kay Bojesen, Danish designer. Two early wooden figures of cows, mid-20th C.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Pre-owned goods are exempt from import duties for U.S. customers. Therefore, no import tariffs will be applicable to your purchase. Kay Bojesen (1886-1958), Danish designer. Two ea...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Wood

Kay Bojesen Monkey, Danish Design, 2000s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Kay Bojesen monkey, originally designed in 1951. Made of teak and limba wood. Danish design. The monkey is a classic gift for baptism, graduatio...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Wood

Kay Bojesen, Danish designer. Two early wooden figures of cows, mid-20th C.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Pre-owned goods are exempt from import duties for U.S. customers. Therefore, no import tariffs will be applicable to your purchase. Kay Bojesen (1886-1958), Danish designer. Two ea...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

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Wood

Scandinavian Modern Silver & Amber Necklace & Armring by Niels Erik From Denmark
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A stylish modernistic pendant necklace with matching armring designed by the Danish silversmith Niels Erik From circa 1960-70. The original neck-ring is comprised of a single bend st...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

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Sterling Silver

Scandinavian Modern, Bjorn Weckstrom Silver Ring, for Lapponia, Finland, 1969
Located in London, Fitzrovia
Bjorn Weckstrom scuptural sterling silver ring, Lapponia, Finland, 1969
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20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Sterling Silver

Bicycle Model Midcentury Design "Itera" Plastic for Volvo, Sweden
By Volvo
Located in Antwerp, BE
In the current period where the bicycle is undergoing major development and provides a sporty displacement is this very original green rare designed Volvo seventies bike a really collector's item. In response to the 1974 oil crisis, a small group of Swedish engineers obtained government funding to develop a bicycle completely composed of fiber-reinforced composite plastics (FRP). By 1980, the Itera Development Center AB was designing, producing, and marketing injection molded plastic bicycles to a seemingly interested market. The first bicycles were delivered in 1982, the problems with quality assurance and design began stacking up against the company.This bike is in a Vintage original condition. The Itera bicycle...
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1980s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Mid-Century Modern Baldwin Acrosonic Piano in Walnut and Caning, 1960's
Located in Charleston, SC
No description provided Mid-Century Modern Baldwin Acrosonic Piano in Walnut and Caning - 1960's This Mid-Century modern Acrosonic spinet piano made by Baldwin is very sought after and is an amazing addition to any home. It's signature Danish style modern tapered leg design and solid walnut wood cabinet...
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Mid-20th Century American Scandinavian Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Brass

Kay Bojesen Early Handmade Wooden Oak Elephant Children's Toy, 1950s, Denmark
Located in Odense, DK
Rare Kay Bojesen wooden toy elephant from the early 1950s in patinated oak with an amazing grain. The Elephant was created in 1953 by Kay Bojesen and from the start handmade in his s...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

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Oak

Vintage Finnish Tapio Wirkkala for Hackman Puukko Knife & Sheath
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine puukko knife & sheath from the 1960's. Designed by Tapio Wirkkala and produced by Hackman. The puukko comprising a stainless steel blade, brass fittings, and a black nylon ...
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

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Brass, Stainless Steel

Kay Bojesen Monkey, Danish Design, 2000s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Kay Bojesen monkey, originally designed in 1951. Made of teak and limba wood. Danish design. The monkey is a classic gift for baptism, graduatio...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

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Wood

Articulated Toy Elephant by Kay Bojesen
Located in San Diego, CA
Articulated toy elephant by Kay Bojesen, circa 1990s. #1469 Kay Bojesen's elephant, born in 1953, is a world-famous Classic for children and adults...
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

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Oak

Vintage Scandinavian Table Oil Lamp in Brass & Diamond Glass, 1970s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
In the style of Hans Agne Jakobsson comes this stylish oil lamp fashioned from solid patinated brass and featuring and diamond-pattern pressed clear glass shade. It was made anonymou...
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1960s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

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Brass

Scandinavian Porcelain Bing & Grøndahl Coffee Espresso Cup Saucer, Set of 6
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful set of six (6) Scandinavian Danish Copenhagen Porcelain coffee espresso or tea demitasse cups and saucers with bird design, by Bing & Grondahl, circa early to mid-20th ce...
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Early 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

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Porcelain

Scandinavian Modernist Natural Deep Madeira Amber Sterling Silver Statement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Large Estate Scandinavian Modernist natural deep madeira translucent amber and sterling silver statement ring. 20th Century Organic form statement ring featuring an artistic sterling...
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20th Century European Scandinavian Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Sterling Silver, Other

Miniatures of the "Swan" and "Egg" chairs, designed by Arne Jacobsen.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Miniatures of the "Swan" and "Egg" chairs. Designed by Arne Jacobsen, Approximately from the 1970s. In good condition with natural signs of use and dirt. Could benefit from cleaning...
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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

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Fabric

Bicycle Model Midcentury Design "Itera" Plastic for Volvo, Sweden
By Volvo
Located in Antwerp, BE
In the current period where the bicycle is undergoing major development and provides a sporty displacement is this very original green rare designed Volvo seventies bike a really collector's item. In response to the 1974 oil crisis, a small group of Swedish engineers obtained government funding to develop a bicycle completely composed of fiber-reinforced composite plastics (FRP). By 1980, the Itera Development Center AB was designing, producing, and marketing injection molded plastic bicycles to a seemingly interested market. The first bicycles were delivered in 1982, the problems with quality assurance and design began stacking up against the company.This bike is in a Vintage original condition. The Itera bicycle...
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1980s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

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Metal, Chrome

Tapio Wirkkala Kinetic Silver Moon Hopeakuu Pendant, 1974
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Hopeakuu (Finnish: silver moon) sterling pendant designed by Tapio Wirkkala, comprising nine concentric rings that move independently around a small orb at ...
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Sterling Silver

Kay Bojesen Jointed Monkey Toy Danish Modern Teak
Located in San Diego, CA
Kay Bojesen articulating and jointed teak monkey. Bought from the original owner who had it in the early 1960s. Nice color and patina the cords are loosely sold AS/IS.
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

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Teak

Glass Ball Full-Range Stereo Speaker Set W. Travertine Base 'Customizable'
Located in Copenhagen, DK
With the Singularity speaker, the function takes on infinite value. we have built our design up from the most fundamental requirements of the product. Our clear sphere has captured the moment- and has augmented and empowered it- in a stunning work of art that delivers incredible, lucid sound. The Singularity speaker uses the most foundational materials and nothing else: stone, glass, wood, and the finest-quality full-range speaker driver all assembled and handcrafted in Sweden while designed in Denmark. We have encapsulated sound's vibrating air inside the crystal-clear sphere, making for a phenomenal sound that is both transparent and present. This configuration is for a pair of stereo floor...
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2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

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Quartz, Granite, Marble, Travertine

Mid-Century Danish Viking Figure by Jacob Jensen Rare
Located in San Diego, CA
A super rare mid-century Danish viking figure by Jacob Jensen, circa 1950s. The figure is in very good vintage condition and measures 2.25"W x 2"D x 3.25"H. Our viking is made of a maple and walnut with a bronze long spear; it is signed on the underside. I have been collecting Danish wood toys...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

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Bronze

Glass Ball Full-Range Stereo Speaker with Built-In Subwoofer 'Customizable'
Located in Copenhagen, DK
This configuration is for a pair of stereo floor speakers with built-in subwoofer. Prices starts from € 7.950 / $ 8.450 Our audio evokes the beauty...
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2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

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Quartz, Marble, Granite

Large Wood Monkey in the style of Kay Bojesen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Large Wood Monkey in the style of Kay Bojesen. Looks like someone made their own version of this very iconic Monkey! Nice large size done in the look and feel of the Original Classic!
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1970s American Vintage Scandinavian Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Wood

Set of Three Like New Mid-Century Danish Vikings Figures w/ Box by Jacob Jensen
Located in San Diego, CA
This set is straight out of a time capsule from the 60s! Set of three like new mid-century Danish viking figures made of mixed woods with original box by Jacob Jensen, circa 1960s. ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

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Wood, Teak, Walnut

Kay Bojesen, Danish designer. Three early wooden farm house figures, mid-20th C.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Pre-owned goods are exempt from import duties for U.S. customers. Therefore, no import tariffs will be applicable to your purchase. Kay Bojesen (1886-1958), Danish designer. Three ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

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Wood

PH Grand Piano Vintage Model 'mid 1930's' by Poul Henningsen, Modern, Sculptural
Located in Copenhagen, DK
This PH Grand Piano, from around the mid 1930's is an excellent-conditioned vintage instrument. It was in 1930 that this instrument was first designed b...
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1930s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Chrome

Silver Scandinavian Modern Bracelet by Björn Weckström, Lapponia, 1971
Located in New York, NY
A Scandinavian Modern Finish silver bracelet in silver by Bjorn Weckstrom for Lapponia, 1971. Weckstrom's work is famous for his unique patination treatments and surface textures. Me...
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Silver

Vintage Danish Modernist Silver Bracelet with Leaves, AJ Sterling, 1960s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A. modernist sterling silver bracelet designed by silversmith Arne Johansen and studio-made circa 1960-70. Hallmarked: Sterling, AJ, Denmark. Reminiscent...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

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Sterling Silver

Scandinavian Modern Kay Bojesen "Lise & Ole" Wooden Dolls, 1930s
Located in Odense, DK
Rare and charming set of wooden dolls by Kay Bojensen from his own workshop. The dolls were designed in the 1930s and was named Lise (female) and Ole (male) as these were the most co...
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1930s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

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Wood

Original Danish Kay Bojesen Toy Wagon "Family Trip", Colorful Beech Wood, 1950s
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Kay Bojesen´s "Family Trip" is one of his most loved wooden toy designs. This set is original vintage. It consists of wagon and 4 family members: mother, father and two children. ...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

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Wood, Beech, Paint

Lovely Set of 6 Scandinavian Wooden Danish Vikings, 1950s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Fantastic collection of 6 different Scandinavian Vikings. Measures: The largest is 33.5 cm high. The others are 22 cm, 18 cm, 13.5 cm and 9 cm high.
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1960s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

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Leather, Wood

PH Grand Piano PH186 Excellence, Black Leather, Chrome, Modern, Sculptural
Located in Copenhagen, DK
- All prices are listed ex works. - 5 year guarantee. - We regularly crate, ship and install PH Pianos worldwide with full insurance. The Poul Henningsen-designed PH Grand Piano...
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2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Chrome

PH Grand Piano Vintage Model '1935-1938' by Poul Henningsen, Modern, Sculptural
Located in Copenhagen, DK
This PH Grand Piano, serial number 4600, was manufactured between 1935 and 1938. It is an excellent-conditioned vintage instrument that has been careful...
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1930s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

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Chrome

Large MCM Danish Viking / Norseman Teak Figure in the Style of Hans Bolling
Located in San Diego, CA
A very cool and well made mid-century Danish viking figure made of mixed woods, leather, rope, glass eyes and faux fur, circa 1950s. The figure could very well be a Bolling figure, b...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

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Faux Fur, Wood, Teak, Walnut

Danish Modernist Silver Plate Ashtray or Incense Burner by Carl Cohr, 1950s
Located in San Diego, CA
Egg-shaped silver plated brass ashtray or incense burner. Titled The Smile, it was designed and manufactured by Carl Cohr in Fredericia Denmark. Stamped Cohr, Denmark, 1950s.
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

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Silver Plate, Brass

Collectible Books "40 Years of Danish Furniture Design", First Edition, 4 volume
Located in Odense, DK
Rare and complete set of “40 years of Danish Furniture Design” first edition book collection — The Copenhagen Cabinet-makers’ Guild Exhibitions. Compiled and edited by the Danish fe...
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1980s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

1965 Danish Language Bo Bedre Magazines Scandinavian Home Style Design 12 issues
Located in Miami, FL
Twelve issues 1965 Year of Bo Bedre (Live Better) Danish language vintage magazines of Scandinavian Home Style and Design. First published in March 1961. The magazines are in the Da...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Scandinavian Modern Wooden Viking Figurine
Located in Vienna, AT
Hardwood vintage toy Viking from the 1950 attributed to Kay Bojesen.
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Teak & Blue Enameled Metal Table Lighter
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A stunning sculptural mid-century or Scandinavian modern turned teak table lighter with blue enameled accent on the base. Beautiful as both a decorative and functional piece. In ...
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

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Metal

Set of Three Like New Mid-Century Danish Vikings Figures w/ Box by Jacob Jensen
Located in San Diego, CA
Set of three like new mid-century Danish viking figures made of mixed woods with original box by Jacob Jensen, circa 1950s. The figures are in excellent vintage condition and measure...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

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Wood, Teak, Walnut

Arne Finne for Søholm piggy bank in the shape of John F. Kennedy
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Arne Finne for Søholm piggy bank mad of clay in the shape of John F. Kennedy. This is a part of series of piggy banks of world famous leaders, which was handed over to stakeholders ...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

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Clay

1967 Danish Language Vintage Magazines Bo Bedre Scandinavian Home Style Design
Located in Miami, FL
Ten issues of the Year 1967 Bo Bedre (Live Better) Danish vintage magazines of Modern Home Style and Design. First published in March 1961. The magazines are in the Danish language ...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Cathrineholm Midcentury Scandinavian Modern Lotus Enamel Blue/White Dutch Oven
Located in Philadelphia, PA
An enamelware Lotus pattern Dutch oven manufactured by the Norwegian manufacturer Cathrineholm. Cathrineholm operated from 1907-1970. The popular Lotus line...
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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

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Steel

Danish Georg Jensen Orb Egg Sculpture Ashtray Chrome Brass Paperweight Bowl Ball
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Polished two metal petite orb ashtray, marked Georg Jensen Design.
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1980s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Metal

Holiday Ornaments by Georg Jensen Collectibles Series, Christmas Decorations
Located in Miami, FL
A fine set of holiday ornaments designed by Georg Jensen for the Collectibles series. Both ornaments are in brass gilded with 24-carat gold. Measures: 7" High x 6" Wide and approxim...
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

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Brass

1950s Danish Staved Teak Quaich Midcentury Winged Viking Bowl Centrepiece
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Denmark, circa 1950s. Staved teak bowl designed by Jens Quistgaard for Dansk. A midcentury re-interpretation of the traditional wooden Quaich. Measures: 10 5/8 inches high, 10 inches...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

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Teak

Mid-Century Modern Teak & Green Enameled Metal Table Lighter
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A stunning sculptural mid-century or Scandinavian modern turned teak table lighter with green and black enameled accent on the base. Beautiful as both a decorative and functional pi...
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

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Metal

Scandinavian White and Molded Porcelain Madonna on Teak Panel, 1960s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Scandinavian white hand molded porcelain Madonna on teak panel, 1960s. The white porcelain makes a wonderful contrast to the teak. Perfectly formed, very delicate and expressive. ...
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1960s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

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Porcelain, Teak

Holiday Ornaments Designed by Malene Birger for Georg Jensen Collectibles
Located in Miami, FL
Holiday ornaments designed by Malene Birger for Georg Jensen. The ornaments are made of brass and gilded with 24-carat gold. Measures: 7" High x 6 1/'2" Wide and approximately 1.19 i...
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

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Brass

Scandinavian Modern Silver Bracelet with Tigers Eye Stone by Noblelle, Denmark
By Noblelle
Located in New York, NY
Scandinavian modern silver bracelet with oval shaped tigers eye stone. Made by Noblelle, Denmark, 1970. Measures: Diameter: 2.5", depth: 1.25".
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

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Stone, Silver

Luxurious Rabbit Teddy Bear, Made from Gold Fox, Finland
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Introducing an extraordinary piece that transcends the boundaries between plush toy and sculptural art: our meticulously crafted rabbit teddy bear, fashioned from genuine Finnish gold...
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2010s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

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Fur

Scandinavian Modern Silver and Agate Bracelet, Erik Granit, Helsinki, 1961
By Erik Granit
Located in New York, NY
A Scandinavian modern silver bracelet with elongated oval gray agate. Made by Erik Granit, Helsinki, Finland, 1961. Measures: Width: 2.25, depth: 2.25. H...
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

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Agate, Silver

Tapio Wirkkala Kinetic Silver Moon Hopeakuu Pendant, 1974
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Hopeakuu (Finnish: silver moon) sterling pendant designed by Tapio Wirkkala, comprising nine concentric rings that move independently around a small orb at ...
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Sterling Silver

Scandinavian Modern Silver MEMA Pendant from Lidkoping, Sweden, 1972
By Mema
Located in New York, NY
Silver Scandinavian Modern "MEMA" pendant with five capsule shaped elements on a silver chain. From Lidkoping, Sweden, 1972. Chain length: 27" Pendant height: 3&q...
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

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Silver

Bojesen Monkey Repair Kit
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Boyesen's Monkey Repair Kit (Height 20 cm). For old and recent editions. EU shipping €3.00
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2010s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Teak

Miniatures of the "Swan" and "Egg" chairs, designed by Arne Jacobsen.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Miniatures of the "Swan" and "Egg" chairs. Designed by Arne Jacobsen, Approximately from the 1970s. In good condition with natural signs of use and dirt. Could benefit from cleaning...
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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Fabric

"Man of Mercury" Bracelet by Bjorn Weckstrom for Lapponia
Located in Toledo, OH
This bracelet is part of the space silver series by Bjorn Weckstrom for Lapponia. This design was called the "Man from Mercury". This Scandinavian modern cuff bracelet is marked 925 ...
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1970s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

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Sterling Silver

Scandinavian Modern Sterling Silver Pendant with Chain by Ove Bohlin, 1972
By Ove Bohlin
Located in New York, NY
Scandinavian modern sterling silver pendant with gold details, inspired by the early 20th century Surrealism art movement. Made by One Bohlin, Stockholm, Sweden, 1972, with details i...
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

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Gold, Sterling Silver

Set of Three Midcentury Danish Vikings Figures by Jacob Jensen
Located in San Diego, CA
Set of three midcentury Danish Viking figures made of mixed woods by Jacob Jensen, circa 1950s. The figures are in good vintage condition and measure: 5...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Wood, Teak, Walnut

1960s Scandinavian Hanging Doll Bell Hand Crafted Art Pottery
Located in Chula Vista, CA
AMBIANIC presents Vintage Doll Shaped Scandinavian Bell Handmade Art Pottery  Unmarked. 13.5 with rope 7.5 h without rope x 3 w x 2.5 Unrestored preowned...
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1960s Vintage Scandinavian Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

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Pottery

4 Vintage 1950s Teak Danish Viking Soldier Figures Mid-Century Collection
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Set of Four, incomplete. The shortest one is missing one arm and one spears. Another taller one is missing a spear. The tallest one is 5.25 inches tall.
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Teak

Arne Jacobsen a Danish Architect, 1972
Located in Praha, CZ
- 1972 - by Poul Erik Skriver - quite good original condition, see the photos - many pictures - 56 pages - jr.
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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Danish Modern Solid Teak Carved Lion Toy / Lint Brush, Bojesen Era
Located in San Diego, CA
Danish modern solid teak carved lion toy / lint brush by Laurids Lonborg, circa 1950s. This incredibly fun lion lint brush was originally designed by Lonborg ...
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

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Teak

Set of Three Teak and Limba Wood Figure by Kay Bojesen
Located in Lejre, DK
Set of three teak and limba wood monkey figure with movable arms and legs. Made and marked by Kay Bojesen, Denmark, Copyright.
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1950s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Teak

Scandinavian Modern collectibles and curiosities for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Scandinavian Modern collectibles and curiosities for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage collectibles and curiosities created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include more furniture and collectibles, decorative objects, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, silver and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Scandinavian Modern collectibles and curiosities made in a specific country, there are Europe, Scandinavia, and Denmark pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original collectibles and curiosities, popular names associated with this style include Kay Bojesen, Alton, David Andersen, and Anna-Greta Eker. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for collectibles and curiosities differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $12 and tops out at $332,864 while the average work can sell for $470.

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