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Decorative Objects For Sale
Style: Scandinavian Modern
Style: Arts and Crafts
Antique " Good Night " Italy Alabaster Girl Sculpture Table Lamp by U. Stiaccini
Located in Lisse, NL
Enchanting antique sculpture of a girl on the stairs holding a light, by Umberto Stiaccini, Florence circa 1910. This beautiful and truly elegant, sculptural table or desk lamp is...
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Early 20th Century Italian Arts and Crafts Decorative Objects

Materials

Alabaster, Brass

Rare Midcentury Large “Argenta” Vase Wilhelm Kåge, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare, oversized stoneware “Argenta” vase by Wilhelm Kåge, in a round shape. Silver decor of a mermaid and merman in playful interaction among bubbles and flowers. Lovely attention to...
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Stoneware

Pierre Forssell Brass crown vases Made by hand in Skultuna Sweden. Brancusi
Located in Forest, BE
This series of Vases was hand crafted in the 1970's and 1980's at the Skultuna studio were Pierre Forssell was working with his assistant. The vases is made of brass. Simple, minimal...
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1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Anthroposophical Rudolf Steiner School Desk Organizer Smokers Stand 1920s
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
A spectacular sculptural anthroposophical carved wood desk organizer or smokers stand attributed to the Rudolf Steiner workshop in Dornach circa 19...
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1920s Swiss Arts and Crafts Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Schollert, Vase, Ceramic, Denmark, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A fluted white-glazed ceramic vase produced by Schollert, Denmark, c. 1950s.
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Pewter Vase by Edvin Ollers, Sweden, 1930s. Svenskt Tenn. Art Deco.
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful pewter vase, with amazing patina. Designed by Edvin Ollers and made by Schreuder & Olsson in Stockholm, Sweden, 1938. Great condition, with only a few light scratches. ...
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1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

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Metal, Pewter

Impressive Large Art Deco, Forged Wrought Iron Chandelier w Salamander Sculpture
Located in Lisse, NL
Amazing and skillfully handmade, one of a kind wrought iron Art pendant Probably Alessandro Mazzucotelli (1865-1938). This artistically designed and outstandingly executed wrought iron chandelier is in excellent condition and it comes with a mint and stunningly stylized salamander sculpture and an equally artistic flower...
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Early 20th Century Italian Arts and Crafts Decorative Objects

Materials

Wrought Iron

Swedish "dug out barrel"/laggkärl from around 1850s
Located in Farsta, SE
Swedish "dug out barrel"/laggkärl from around 1850s Made from a single solid dugout pine tree trunk with a attatched bottom, perfect as a planter. Height: 70 cm/27.5 inch Depth: 34...
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Mid-19th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Antique Decorative Objects

Materials

Pine

Danish Rosewood Mirrored Tray, 1960s
Located in New York, NY
Danish Rosewood Mirror or Serving Tray, 1960s.
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Rosewood

Extra Large Crucifix with Hand Carved Oak Corpus of Christ for Church or Chapel
Located in Lisse, NL
Beautifully carved and large size corpus of Jesus, made in the Arts & Crafts era. This meaningful and unique crucifix from the early 1900s comes with a larger than life, hand carved oak Corpus of Christ. The details in the anatomy of this Christ are very well carved and they clearly reveal the suffering and dehydration that His body endured in the final days of his life. The artist/sculptor is clearly showing us the image of Jesus when or right after he bowed his head and died. The solid oak cross is original to this corpus and it was given a different color so that the unique and impressive corpus stands out perfectly. Have you also noticed the perfectly carved and thick crown of thorns on the head of Christ. The patina of this excellent condition and large corpus is another great feature that will never fail to impress. The former owners gave us the photo that you see in image 3 in this listing and in it you can see where this antique corpus...
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Early 20th Century European Arts and Crafts Decorative Objects

Materials

Oak

Green & Black Art Deco Vase, Upsala Ekeby, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Stockholm, SE
A beautiful black and green ceramic vase in a classic Art Deco shape, the vase is designed at Upsala Ekeby and attributed to Anna-Lisa Thomson. It is 18.5 cm (7.4") tall and about 16...
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Los Castillo Woven Silver Baskets, Set of 2
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair of Los Castillo woven silver baskets. Baskets retain unpolished patina. Larger basket is 7” wide x 4.75” tall. Smaller basket is 5”wide x 3.5” tall. Each basket retains the Los ...
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1980s Mexican Arts and Crafts Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Silver

Rare & Sturdy Pair of Brutalist Forged Wrought Iron Candlesticks / Candleholders
Located in Lisse, NL
Stylish and very strong pair of timeless candle sticks. If you are looking for beautiful Arts & Crafts antiques to grace your living space then this hand-crafted and timeless pair c...
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Early 20th Century English Arts and Crafts Decorative Objects

Materials

Wrought Iron

Anna Ehrner for Kosta Boda Large Atoll Glass Bowl Scandinavian Modern
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Large handcrafted bowl was designed by Anna Ehrner for Kosta Boda as a part of 'Atoll' series. It has a solid, heavy clear glass walls with unique free-form pattern of hand-applied ...
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Late 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass, Art Glass

Ystad Metall, vase in brass, Swedish Modern mid1900s.
Located in Stockholm, SE
A beautiful vase in brass in the style of Art Deco, Scandinavian mid-1900s. By Ystad Metall, Sweden.
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Pierre Forssell Brass Candleholders Made by hand in Skultuna Sweden. Brancusi
Located in Forest, BE
This series of candleholders was hand crafted in the 1970's at the Skultuna factory next to the studio were Pierre Forssell was working with he's assistant. The candleholder is made ...
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1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Antique English Open Barley Twist PAIR Candlesticks Candle Holders Oak 12.5" T
Located in Tyler, TX
CHARMING Pair of Antique English Oak OPEN BARLEY TWIST Candlesticks Candle Holders c. 1930s Beautiful open twists with dark oak patina 12.5" tall~~round bases are 5.5"~~brass inse...
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1930s English Arts and Crafts Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Nils Lamberg for Orrefors Sommerso Grey and Clear Glass Vase
Located in Barcelona, ES
Scandinavian Modern Sommerso Smoked Grey Tall Glass Vase by Nils Landberg for Orrefors Elegant smoked grey and clear sommerso glass vase. Designed by Nils Landberg and manufactured ...
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20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Sommerso

Fish Design by Gaetano Pesce - Amazonia Vase - L Size - Ruby, Light Blue, Brown
Located in barasso, IT
Amazonia Vase - Clear Ruby, Clear Light Blue, Clear Brown And Matt Pastel Blue Vase in soft resin designed by Gaetano Pesce for Fish Design 1995 collection. Measures: L - ø 22cm x H ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Arts and Crafts Decorative Objects

Materials

Resin

French Tantalus Drinks Box, Faux Books w Hidden Whisky, Gin, Cognac Glass Flasks
Located in Lisse, NL
Unique four-leather-books-design liquor tantalus with hidden decanters. If you are looking for the most interesting and worldly gift for yourself, a friend or a loved one then this cool antique...
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Mid-20th Century French Arts and Crafts Decorative Objects

Materials

Leather, Blown Glass, Paper

Antique Wabi Sabi Style Vase in Patinated Iron
Located in Tilburg, NL
Antique Vase in Patinated Iron, late 19th century. This is a truly wonderful vase in patinated and rusted iron. Presumably 19th century with a classic and timeless shape. On top of ...
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Late 19th Century European Arts and Crafts Antique Decorative Objects

Materials

Iron

Arne Bang, Vase, Stoneware, Denmark, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A fluted brown-glazed stoneware vase designed and produced by Arne Bang, Denmark, 1930s.
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1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Stoneware

Bertil Vallien Kosta Boda Minos Glass Vases, Sweden, 1984
Located in Bochum, NRW
Bertil Vallien Kosta Boda Minos Glass Vases, Sweden, 1984 Bertil Vallien's vases with a swelling body, and swirling white decor. It was traditionally mouth-blown, giving it a uniq...
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1980s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass, Blown Glass

Tapio Wirkkala Iceberg Still Mold Blown Crystal Vase 3825
Located in New York, NY
Tapio Wirkkala still-mold blown crystal "Iceberg" vase. Hand Incised signature to underside: [Tapio Wirkkala 3825]. Measures 7¾ H × 8 W × 7 D in...
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Crystal

Gunnar Ander 4 Flower Candelabra Brass & Purple Glass, Ystad Metall Sweden 1960s
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Four arm candelabra by Swedish designer Gunnar Ander (1908-1976) for Ystad Metall, Sweden. Made ca 1960s. The candelabra is made from brass and shaped as four...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

1960s Metallic Enamel Aqua Bowl by Emalox of Norway
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1960s Emalox  Aqua Aluminum Enamel Bowl Dish Made in Norway MCM 2.25 h x 6 diameter Preowned vintage condition Refer to images
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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal, Enamel

Swedish Modern Nils Landberg Orrefors Sommerso Smoked Grey Glass Large Vase
Located in Barcelona, ES
Elegant smoked grey and clear sommerso glass vase. Designed by Nils Landberg and manufactured by Orrefors. Sweden, 1970s. This hand blown glass va...
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20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Sommerso

Gray Vase "Collier", Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand, 1950s - Mid century Vintage
Located in Stockholm, SE
A lovely vase of model "Collier" designed by Gunnar Nylund at Rörstrand, the vase is 14 cm (5,6") high and about 13 cm (5,2") in diameter. It´s in mint condition. Gunnar Nylund was...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Upsala Ekeby, Vase, Earthenware, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A green-glazed earthenware vase designed and produced by Upsala Ekeby, Sweden, 1930s.
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1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Earthenware

Green Crystal Glass Apple by Ingeborg Lundin for Orrefors, Sweden, 1957
Located in Stockholm, SE
Stunning crystal glass apple by Ingeborg Lundin, tinted crispy green. The apple is an iconic piece, composed in 1955 and was first presented at H55 where it caused a sensation. The design is the epitome of Lundin’s pure, gracious style. About Ingeborg Lundin: Ingeborg Lundin was a Swedish glass artist, whose 1950s and 60s designs are among the most influential of that era. Lundin got her education at Konstfack in Stockholm and started working at Orrefors directly after her graduation in 1947. She stayed at Orrefors until 1971, redefining the art of glass design with her pure, gracious, sometimes ethereal creations. Ingeborg Lundin received the Lunning prize in 1954 and a gold medal at the Milano Triennale in 1957. Literature: Svenskt glas...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass

Group of 6 Black Vases Ceramic, Rörstrand - Carl-Harry Stålhane - Scandinavian
Located in Stockholm, SE
A group of six vases with stunning black and brown harfur glazes designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane at Rörstrand in the 1950s. The vases are between 10.5 - 35 cm high and in excellent ...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

A pair of extra large glass vases by Per Lutken for Holmegaard
Located in Long Island City, NY
A pair of extra large hand blown glass vases by Per Lutken for Holmegaard, Denmark , Circa 1960th. One vases signed and dated. Dimensions : H 15.75" x 12.5" x 11". (H 15.25" x 12.5" ...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Blown Glass

Collection of Decanter and Bowls in Brass Pierre Forsell Skultuna, Sweden, 1970s
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
Wonderful, sculptured brass Decanter and bowls made from solid brass. These ones were manufactured in Sweden at Skultuna and Designed by Pierre Forssell. There are one decanter and 1...
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1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Christopher Dresser for Perry & Co Painted Metal Chamberstick, 1885
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A very rare Perry & Co handled metal chamberstick painted in green designed by Dr Christopher Dresser and dated 1885. This stylish chamberstick has a presse...
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19th Century English Arts and Crafts Antique Decorative Objects

Materials

Sheet Metal

Rare Fish Graal Vase by Edward Hald for Orrefors
Located in Staffanstorp, SE
A stunning and rare example of Swedish Graal glasswork, this “Fisk” (Fish) vase was designed by Edward Hald for Orrefors 1952 The piece features a beautifully intricate underwater s...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Art Glass

Axel Salto Unique Danish vase, in the manner of 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 ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Clay

Vintage Hand Signed White 3030 Iittala Alvar Aalto Savoy Vase
Located in Krefeld, DE
Hand signed Alvar Aalto vase 3030 Savoy for Iittala made in Finland. Nice vintage condition with some scratches at the base and small chips at th...
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1970s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass

Scandinavian Glass Art Vase Known as "May" by Kjell Engman for Kosta Boda, 1980s
Located in Skarpnäck, SE
A rather large and very beautiful vintage art glass vase, known as "May" handmade and signed by Kjell Engman for Kosta Boda, Sweden, in perfect condition. This vase is simple in shap...
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1980s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Art Glass

1950s Ceramic vase by Gunnar Nylund
Located in New York, NY
1950s Ceramic vase model ARL by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand, Sweden. In a good condition. Dimensions: H 8 in. x W 3 in. x D 3 in.
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Arthur Percy, Vase, Ceramic, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A green-glazed ceramic vase designed by Arthur Percy and produced by Gefle, Sweden, 1930s.
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1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Mid-Century Patinated Bowl, GAB, Sweden, 1930s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Elegant 1930s bronze decorative bowl, in a low, bulging form. Oil-patinated in varying nuances of green. GAB was founded in Stockholm in 1867 and was an important influence on the S...
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1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Set of 3 Original 1977 Tapio Wirkkala "Paper Bag" Ceramic Vases for Rosenthal
Located in Malmö, SE
A set of 3 original 1977 Tapio Wirkkala "Paper Bag" Ceramic Vases for Rosenthal. Great condition. Marked 'Rosenthal' 'Studio Linie' and 'Germany'. Measurements Large: 19,5 cm x 12,...
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Mid-20th Century German Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

Arthur Percy, Vase, Ceramic, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A green-glazed ceramic vase designed by Arthur Percy and produced by Gefle, Sweden, 1930s. Dimensions: 6.625” H x 6” diameter
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1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Berndt Friberg Miniature Vase Stoneware Yellow Glaze Gustavsberg Sweden 1960s
Located in Basel, BS
Berndt Friberg miniature vase in a beautiful yellow-green hares fur glaze, hand-crafted at his studio at Gustavsberg factory in the 1960s. Height: 5.5 cm Diameter: 4 cm Excellent c...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Stoneware

Roycroft Arts & Crafts Hammered Copper Inkwell
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Arts & Crafts period hand hammered copper inkwell. By Roycroft (signed with impressed orb and cross mark) USA, Early 20th Century Each measures: 4"W x 4"D x 2.5"H. Goo...
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Decorative Objects

Materials

Copper

Contemporary Gaetano Pesce Nugget M Vase Resin Fuchsia Yellow
Located in barasso, IT
Nugget vase, clear fuchsia, clear yellow. Vase in soft resin designed by Gaetano Pesce in 1995 for Fish Design collection. Measures: M - ø 16cm x H 26cm Colours: clear fuchsia, ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Arts and Crafts Decorative Objects

Materials

Resin

Bretby. An Arts and Crafts green planter and stand both stamped Bretby.
Located in London, GB
Bretby. An Arts and Crafts green planter and stand both stamped Bretby. The bowl is perfect, the stand has a chip to the top and a hairline crack through one upright but it is comple...
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Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Antique Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Set of Four Holmegaard Gulv Vases by Otto Brauer in Amber
Located in Vorst, BE
Set of four Mid-Century Holmegaard Gulv-Vases by Otto Brauer, in amber. These typical Danish Modern glass bottle vases were manufactured by Kastrup Holmegaard in Denmark during the 1950s or 1960s. Two of the vases still retain an original label. The round one should read "Kastrup Holmegaard - By Appointment to H.M. - The King Of Denmark...
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Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass, Blown Glass

Iconic Alvar Aalto Savoy Glass Vase Model. 3030, Deep Green, Iittala 1960s
Located in Helsinki, FI
Alvar Aalto entered and won a competition held at the Karhula-Iittala glass factory that was organized for the 1937 Paris World Fair. The year was 1936 and Aalto´s entry was called `...
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1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Blown Glass

Freeform Art Glass Vase by Severin Brørby for Hadeland Norway, 1970s
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Large free-form handkerchief vase in Norwegian art glass. Designed by Severin Brørby and made at Hadeland in Norway circa 1970s. Hadeland Glassverk is the oldest industrial company...
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1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Art Glass

Bronze Art Deco Bowl by GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget, Sweden, 1930s
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful Art Deco bronze bowl with amazing patina. Made by GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget, Sweden, 1930s. Fair condition. It has some scratches and an inscription. Stamped 'BRONS' ...
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1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Midcentury Stoneware “Argenta” Vase by Wilhelm Kåge, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Beautiful stoneware “Argenta” vase by Wilhelm Kåge in a conical form with a wide brim. Decorated with fish in different sizes, chasing each other, surrounded by bubbles. Lovely atten...
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Stoneware

1950's Swedish Dancing Lady Engraved Glass Vase
Located in New York, NY
1950's Swedish clear glass vase hand engraved with a dancing lady that gives movement to light reflection and water when filled. Vase has good weight, solid piece, all hand crafted. ...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Crystal

Contemporary Gaetano Pesce Amazonia XL Vase Resin Green Turquoise Coral Red
Located in barasso, IT
Amazonia vase - clear green, matt green, turquoise, coral red Vase in soft resin designed by Gaetano Pesce in 1995 for Fish Design collection. Measures: XL - ø 30cm x H 56cm Oth...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Arts and Crafts Decorative Objects

Materials

Resin

Orrefors Swedish Ribbed Glass Anemone Vase
Located in New York, NY
Orrefors curved ribbed crystal anemone vase with large open rim that opens out to highlight the flowers within. Sweden, late 20th Century.
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Late 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Crystal

Large Hand Carved & Mint Antique Alabaster American Bald Eagle Sculpture Statue
Located in Lisse, NL
Magnificent hand carved antique eagle sculpture. Most people are not capable of drawing a small precise picture of any bird, but this artist has sculpted a majestic and life-like ea...
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Early 20th Century European Arts and Crafts Decorative Objects

Materials

Alabaster

Contemporary Gaetano Pesce Nugget L Vase Resin Purple Green
Located in barasso, IT
Nugget vase, clear purple, matt green. Vase in soft resin designed by Gaetano Pesce in 1995 for Fish Design collection. Measures: L - Ø 22cm x H 36cm Colours: clear purple, matt gre...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Arts and Crafts Decorative Objects

Materials

Resin

Johanne Gerber for Royal Copenhagen Baca Vase Bird Motif, Danish Ceramic 1970s
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Ceramic vase from the Royal Copenhagen "Baca" series with decor designed by Johanne Gerber on the shape designed by Nils Thorsson. Designed in the 1960s. This vase was manufactured i...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Antique and Vintage Decorative Objects for Sale: Find Vases, Bowls, Boxes and Clocks on 1stDibs

Every time you move into a house or an apartment — or endeavor to refresh the home you’ve lived in for years — life for that space begins anew. The right home accent, be it the simple placement of a decorative bowl on a shelf or a ceramic vase for fresh flowers, can transform an area from drab to spectacular. But with so many materials and items to choose from, it’s easy to get lost in the process. The key to styling with antique and vintage decorative objects is to work toward making a happy home that best reflects your personal style. 

Ceramics are a versatile addition to any home. If you’ve amassed an assortment of functional pottery over the years, think of your mugs and salad bowls as decorative objects, ideal for displaying in a glass cabinet. Vintage ceramic serveware can pop along white open shelving in your dining area, while large stoneware pitchers paired with woven baskets or quilts in an open cupboard can introduce a rustic farmhouse-style element to your den.

Translucent decorative boxes or bowls made of an acrylic plastic called Lucite — a game changer in furniture that’s easy to clean and lasts long — are modern accents that are neutral enough to dress up a coffee table or desktop without cluttering it. If you’re showcasing pieces from the past, a vintage jewelry box for displaying your treasures can spark conversation: Where is the jewelry box from? Is there a story behind it?

Abstract sculptures or an antique vessel for your home library can draw attention to your book collection and add narrative charm to the most appropriate of corners. There’s more than one way to style your bookcases, and decorative objects add a provocative dynamic. “I love magnifying glasses,” says Alex Assouline, global vice president of luxury publisher Assouline, of adding one’s cherished objects to a home library. “They are both useful and decorative. Objects really elevate libraries and can also make them more personal.”

To help with personalizing your space and truly making it your own, find an extraordinary collection of decorative objects on 1stDibs.

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