Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
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
- Emerged in the 1930s
- Scandinavian design and Nordic design originated primarily in Denmark, Sweden, Finland, Iceland and Norway
- Introduced in the United States in mid-20th century
- Informed by the Bauhaus; influenced American mid-century modernism
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
- Alvar Aalto
- Hans Wegner
- Kaare Klint
- Arne Jacobsen
- Greta Magnusson Grossman
- Finn Juhl
- Arne Vodder
- Verner Panton
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
Green Bowl Argenta #1510, Wilhelm Kåge Fish, Scandinavian Modern, Dragon Fish
Located in Stockholm, SE
A lovely bowl of model Argenta 1510 designed by Wilhelm Kåge at Gustavsberg, this bowl is 21.5 cm (8.6") in diameter and about 5 cm (2") high. It has a lovely silver-decor of a drago...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Stoneware
Midcentury Brass and Stone Bowl by Saulo, Norway, 1960s
Located in Malmö, SE
A stylish and heavy vintage Norwegian brass bowl with granite from the mines of Sulitjelma in the Norwegian region Laponia.
Made by Saulo / Sulitjelma Stein og Metall, Norway, 1960s...
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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Granite, Brass
Scandinavian Centerpiece Bowl in Silver Plate & Purple Enamel, 1950s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Large conical silver plate bowl decorated to the interior with a deep aubergine purple enamel. Manufactured and designed in Denmark during the late 1950s by DGS (Danish Silver- & Gol...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Silver Plate, Enamel
$428 Sale Price
25% Off
Art Deco Bronze Bowl by Gunnar Nylund, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful art deco bronze bowl with amazing patina.
Designed by Gunnar Nylund for Äkta Brons, Sweden, 1940s.
Excellent condition. Initials 'G.N.' on the front. Stamped 'ÄKTA BRON...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Bronze
Large Brown Stoneware Bowl by Annikki Hovisaari for Arabia, Finland, 1960s
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful stoneware bowl with amazing glaze.
Made by Annikki Hovisaari for Arabia, Finland, 1960s
Great condition.
Incised signature 'AH' and 'ARABIA'.
Annikki Hovisaari (1918–20...
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Berndt Friberg Bowl Aniara Stoneware Dish Gustavsberg Sweden 1970
Located in Basel, BS
Stoneware bowl by Berndt Friberg, thrown and glazed by the master himself in his workshop at Gustavsberg porcelain factory, Sweden.
Beautiful ‚Aniara‘ glaze in blue tones, made in 1...
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1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Stoneware
Royal Copenaghen Scandinavian Midcentury Ceramic Vase and Bowl Set, 1950s
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Scandinavian midcentury ceramic bowl or centerpiece and vase set with relief decoration produced by Royal Copenaghen, Denmark 1950s.
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Ceramic
2 Pc. Nils Landberg for Orrefors Grey and Clear Sommerso Vases
Located in New York, NY
2 pc. Mid Century Art Glass vases by Nils Landberg for Orrefors. Both are in excellent condition free of damage , both are fully and correctly marked. Offered and priced as a lot of ...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Art Glass
Kaj Franck / KF2 HORS D'OEUVRE DISH(BROWN) / Arabia Finland
Located in Shibuya-Ku, JP
KF2 was designed in 1957 and manufactured from 1958 to 1962.
A geometric-shaped appetiser dish. One of Kai Franck's masterpieces, combining structural beauty with functional elegance...
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1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Ceramic
Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Bowl, 1950s
By Kay Bojesen
Located in Asaa, DK
Beautiful organically shaped solid teak bowl made by Kay Bojesen in mint condition.
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Teak
Danish Kähler Large Ceramic Bowl Turquoise Beige Oxblood Red Glaze Brutalist
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Very rare large low bowl by Nils Kähler for the Danish ceramic workshop Kähler.
It features a deep turquoise blue glaze, vivid as an ocean, and has a rim of beige glaze surrounded ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Ceramic
Large Bronze Art Deco Bowl by Sune Backstrom, Sweden, 1920s
Located in Malmö, SE
A stunning Art Deco / Swedish Grace bronze bowl with amazing patina. Designed by Sune Bäckström in Malmoe, Sweden, 1920s.
Great condition, only with some light scratches.
Stamped ...
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1920s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Bronze
Scandinavian Modern Sculptural Red Metal Bowl, Centerpiece Made in Sweden 1980s
Located in Miami, FL
Scandinavian modern sculptural red metal bowl, made in Sweden in the 1980s.
This bowl is made out of one piece of metal stunning craftsmanship.
The sculptural bowl serves as an artis...
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1980s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Metal
$245 Sale Price
30% Off
Arthur Percy, Bowl, Ceramic, Sweden, 1930s
By Gefle, Arthur Percy
Located in High Point, NC
A green-glazed bowl vase designed by Arthur Percy and produced by Gefle, Sweden, 1930s.
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Ceramic
Danish Midcentury Teak Bowl by Nissen, 1960s
By Nissen, Richard Nissen
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish midcentury teak bowl by Nissen, 1960s.
Large round bowl in solid staved teak made by Danish manufacturer Richard Nissen in Denmark. Beautiful shape and patina.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Teak
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 Bowls
Materials
Metal, Enamel
Tiffany Scandinavian Modern-Style Sterling Silver Bowl
Located in New York, NY
Modern sterling silver bowl. Made by Tiffany & Co. in New York. Round with curved with tooled rim border; three cast leaf supports in form of volute scroll dolphin with flower termin...
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Mid-20th Century American Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Sterling Silver
Large Pine Bowl, Sweden 1970s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Swedish Pine bowl from 1979 by Bjarne Högkvist in Forshaga, Sweden. Sportsstuga style with beautiful grain in the manner of Roland Wilhelmsson. This bowl is a b...
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1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Pine
Lizzie Schnakenburg Thyssen, Danish Artist, Unique Ceramic Bowl
Located in København, Copenhagen
Lizzie Schnakenburg Thyssen (born 1925), Danish artist and ceramist. Unique ceramic bowl.
Measures: 11 x 8 cm.
In very good condition.
Signed.
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Ceramic
Elegant Stoneware Bowl by Berndt Friberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1966
Located in Knivsta, SE
Stoneware Bowl by Berndt Friberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1966
Elegant stoneware bowl by renowned Swedish ceramic artist Berndt Friberg (1899–1981), active at the Gustavsberg porcelai...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Stoneware
Faience and Bamboo Coffee Pot Stig Lindberg Gustavsberg 1960s Midcentury Vintage
Located in Stockholm, SE
A lovely pot in faience designed by Stig Lindberg at Gustavsberg in the 1960s. The decor is painted by Karin Gustavsson who were one of the painters at Gustavsbergs factory. The pot ...
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Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Faience
Mari Simmulson for Upsala Ekeby. Large ceramic bowl, approx. 1960
Located in København, Copenhagen
Mari Simmulson (1911-2000) for Upsala Ekeby.
Large ceramic bowl. Hand-decorated with motifs of a bird, flowers in a vase, and a woman's face.
Approximately 1960.
Model 4063.
Marked....
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Ceramic
$416 Sale Price
20% Off
Rustic Ash Wood Bowl with Natural Edge
By Finn Juhl
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Rustic Ash Wood Bowl with Natural Edge
"rustic ash wood with natural figure and knots"
"thin wall construction"
"edge of bowl is natural bark edge of tree"
"in good vintage conditi...
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Late 20th Century American Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Ash
Large Henning Koppel Teak Bowl for Georg Jensen, 1950s
Located in San Diego, CA
Large Henning Koppel staved teak bowl for Georg Jensen. Signed, Denmark, 1950s.
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Teak
Royal Copenhagen Crackle Glazed Bowl. Thorkild Olsen, Denmark, 1962.
Located in Malmö, SE
Elegant Royal Copenhagen crackle glazed bowl with gilded banding on the base.
Designed by THORKILD OLSEN (1890-1973) for ROYAL COPENHAGEN. Made in D...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Ceramic, Porcelain
Large Swedish Wabi Sabi Antique Decorative Wooden Tray Bowl Produced Late 1800s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Large Swedish decorative and antique wooden tray in a wabi sabi / primitive style. Produced in Sweden in the late 1800s. In good vintage condition.
Dimensions: H: 15 cm / 5.90" W: ...
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1890s Swedish Antique Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Oak
Stig Lindberg for Gustavsberg. "Pungo" ceramic bowl in black glaze. 1960s.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Stig Lindberg for Gustavsberg. "Pungo" ceramic bowl in black glaze.
1960s.
In perfect condition.
Dimensions: L 26.5 x D 10.0 x H 4.0 cm.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Ceramic
$240 Sale Price
20% Off
Pair of Stoneware Bowls by Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pair of stoneware bowls by Gunnar Nylund, of the appealing “ARO” model. Streamlined, oval form with plunging sides. One with rich brown glaze and the other with eggshell and blue glaze.
Category
1950s Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Stoneware
Iittala Ultima Thule 56oz Serving Bowl by Tapio Wirkkala
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Tapio Wirkkala was considered the pioneer of modern Finnish industrial art. Internationally recognized for his glass designs, Wirkkala’s greatest inspiration always came from his native Finland. Wirkkala defied the rules of glassblowing with his iconic Ultima Thule...
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Glass
Unique Stoneware Bowl by Liisa Hallamaa. Arabia, Finland, 1960s.
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful and unique hand thrown stoneware bowl, with amazing glaze.
Made by Liisa Hallamaa at Arabia, Finland, 1960s.
Excellent condition.
Incised signature "LH" and "ARABIA".
Liisa Kaarina Hallamaa was a Finnish ceramist. She graduated from the ceramics department of the Central School of Art and Industry in 1949. She started working at Arabia as early as 1945 and worked as an artist in its art department from 1957 to 1971. Her work was characterised by large vases and vases. The materials used were chamotte and stoneware. He also worked as an assistant to Aune Siimes...
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Swedish Designer, Bowl, Glass, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A brown-colored glass bowl designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1930s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 3.0"H x 6.66"W x 6.66"D
All items ship from High Point, North Carolina.
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Glass
Modernist Brutalist HAGENAUER STYLE tripod Bronze shell bowl, AUSTRIA, 1950s
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article:
Brutalist tripod bronze shell element
Origin:
Austria
Material:
solid bronze
Decade:
1950s
This original vintage shell plate element, was produced in the 1950s i...
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Mid-20th Century French Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Bronze
Zodiac Art Deco Bronze Bowl by Nordisk Malm, Denmark, 1940s
Located in Malmö, SE
A stylish and heavy vintage Danish bronze bowl with relief moulded Zodiac motifs around the rim of the bowl and with a textured finish often referred to as 'moon' texturing.
Made by ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Bronze
1970s Orrefors 'Corona' Crystal Bowl
By Orrefors
Located in Raleigh, US
Orrefors Swedish ‘Corona’ Heavy Crystal Bowl
This exquisite vintage crystal bowl from Orrefors, a renowned Swedish glass manufacturer, combines classic elegance with modern design. ...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Crystal
$334 Sale Price
20% Off
Berndt Friberg, light blue Aniara bowl, Gustavsberg, 1950s
Located in Uppsala, SE
Light blue Aniara bowl designed by Berndt Friberg for Gustavsberg in the 1950s. The colour has a large mix of blue hues and subtle patterns. Very good vintage condition with minimal ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Stoneware
Stig Sandqvist Sculpted Teak Bowl, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Karis, Nyland
This elegant small bowl by Stig Sandqvist showcases the organic modernism of 1950s Scandinavian design. Hand-carved from rich, golden teak, the piece is defined by its fluid, sculptu...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Teak
A Classic Elegant "Aro" Ceramic Bowl by Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
A Classic "Aro" Ceramic bowl by Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1960s. A timeless and sophisticated "Aro" bowl crafted by Gunnar Nylund showcases exquisite shades in blue and brow...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Ceramic
Large Swedish Wabi Sabi Antique Decorative Wooden Bowl Tray Produced Mid 1800s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare large Swedish antique and decorative wooden bowl / tray in a wabi sabi style with handles produced in Sweden mid / late 1800s.
Original condition with a greyish patina.
Dimen...
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1870s Swedish Antique Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Birch
Swedish Modern Veckla bowl by Stig Lindberg Gustavsberg 1950s
Located in Boden, SE
"Veckla" vase designed by Stig Lindberg for Gustavsberg. Stig Lindberg designed the series in 1950, the series was composed of 12 bowls and vases with sculptural free form shapes. Th...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Stoneware
Olle Alberius for Orrefors Small Residence Crystal Bowl, Scandinavian Modern
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Vintage bowl was created by Olle Alberius for Orrefors Sweden as a part of Residence series; it features undulating curved faceted sides in clear crystal. Residence series was in pr...
Category
Early 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Crystal
Vicke Lindstrom Hand-Chiseled Art Glass Bowl
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vicke Lindstrom hand-chiseled Art glass bowl. Has the look of a piece of ice that has been Chiseled and formed. Beautiful simple Bowl signed on bottom ...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Art Glass
Art déco bronze bowl, Sweden, 1930s
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Patinated bronze bowl by unknown Swedish designer and maker during the first half of the 20th century.
Marked E.B on bottom.
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Bronze
Large, Round Brown Bowl - Carl-Harry Stålhane - Rörstrand - Mid-20th Century
Located in Stockholm, SE
A round ceramic bowl designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane at Rörstrand with a lovely brown har-fur glaze, the bowl is 29 cm (11.6") in diameter and 8 cm (3.2") high. It is in excellent co...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Ceramic
1930 Pewter bowl by CG Hallberg
By CG Hallberg
Located in New York, NY
Gorgeous 1930 Swedish Pewter Bowl by CG Hallberg. Decorative handles in brass on the sides and a female figurine on the front. Some small marks and scratches throughout and uneven sh...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Brass, Pewter
Large Olle Alberius for Rörstrand "Kurbits" Centerpiece Bowl, 1960s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Swedish Mid-Century Modern handmade and hand-decorated centerpiece bowl in rustic chamotte clay by Swedish designer Olle Alberius (1926-1993). The decorations are inspired by the tra...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Ceramic, Clay, Pottery, Stoneware
Large Starck Andersen 1950s Black, White Ceramic Wall Plate Centerpiece
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Danish modernist decorative plate / wall decoration / centerpiece with strong graphic decor from the Tribal Harlekin series by ceramic artist Marianne Starck (1931-2007). Shiny bone white glaze with hand-carved sgraffito graphic lines and patterns in raw anthracite colored clay...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware, Pottery
1960s Blue Enamel Stainless Dish by Cathrineholm of Norway
By Cathrineholm
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Scandinavian Modern Blue Enamel Stainless Dish by Cathrineholm of Norway and Grete Prytz Kittelsen
stamped by maker
2.75 h x 7.5 x 7.5
Original early vintage preowned condition
Refer...
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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Enamel, Stainless Steel
Rörstrand Sweden Bowl ASH Blue Brown Speckled Glaze, Gunnar Nylund Ceramic 1950s
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Vintage ceramic bowl by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand Sweden. Made circa 1950s.
The bowl is made from stoneware and has a three winged shape. It is decorated with blue, brown and aube...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Ceramic
Antique Swedish Decorative Wabi Sabi Dark Brown Wooden Bowl in Birch Dated 1793
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare Swedish dark brown antique decorative wooden bowl made out of birch wood produced in Sweden, 1793. In good condition with some old and genuine repairs.
Dimensions: H: 13 cm / ...
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1790s Swedish Antique Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Birch
1970s Set of Four Bowls in Handblown Opal Glass by Michael Bang for Holmegaard
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of four bowls in handblown opal glass designed by Michael Bang and made by Holmegaard in the 1970s.
The well designed set with it´s 1970´s color...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Glass, Opaline Glass
Art Deco Footed Oval Bronze Bowl by Gross & Christensen, Denmark, 1930s
Located in Malmö, SE
A rare and beautiful art deco bronze bowl with amazing decor and patina.
Made by Gross & Christensen in Denmark, 1930s.
Great condition, only a few...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Bronze
Collectors stoneware bowl in ceramic, Scandinavian Modern, Rörstrand
Located in Stockholm, SE
A beautiful, decorative stoneware bowl with glaze shifting in blues, black and brown.
By Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand, Sweden mid1900s.
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Stoneware
Beautiful Turned Birch Wood Bowl from Bohuslän, Sweden ca 1750
Located in Farsta, SE
Beautiful Turned Birch Wood Bowl
from Bohuslän, Sweden ca 1750
Great patina and a timeless shape.
Height: 9.5 cm/3.7 inch
Diameter: 23 cm/9 inch
Category
Mid-18th Century Swedish Antique Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Birch
Paavo Tynell decorative vase in solid brass model 13, Taito circa 1940.
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Hägersten-Liljeholmen, Stockholms län
Rare Paavo Tynell cup made in solid brass, model 13 for Taito. Paavo Tynell made a range of cup and decoration object, this one is one of the most elegant and rarest of all. Tynell m...
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1940s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Brass
Scandinavian Modern Sterling Silver and Mahogany Wood Bowl
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
A fabulous Scandinavian Modern asymmetrical bowl made from Mahogany with Sterling Silver base. This wonderful has a great modern shape that displays beautifully on a coffee table or ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Wood, Mahogany
Rare Bowl by Sigvard Nilsson, Söwe Konst. Sweden, 1950s
Located in Hägersten, SE
Rare bowl designed and made by Sigvard Nilsson, Söwe konst. Made during the 1950s Made from solid teak and sculpted by hand. Very good vintage condition with...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Teak
Stoneware Bowl by Raija Tuumi for Arabia, Finland, 1960s. Blue and Brown.
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful and unique hand thrown stoneware bowl, with amazing glaze.
Made by Raija Tuumi at Arabia, Finland, 1960s.
Excellent condition.
Incised signature "RT" and "ARABIA".
Ceramic artist Raija Tuumi (1923–2016) represents a generation of artists who, after the war, helped make Finland’s art industry internationally famous. The ceramic artists and their visibility at international exhibitions played a significant role in putting Finnish art on the world map. Raised in Kiukais in Satakunta, Finland, Raija Tuumi first discovered artistic expression through weaving. However local potters, raised her interest in an alternative material.
After many different phases in her life Tuumi ended up studying in Ateneum’s ceramics department between 1946 and 1949, during which she found her own strong style. The students’ training included periods in workshops in Finland, where she encountered potters’ large dough and butter milk pots and other dishes that inspired Tuumi to work on large sculptural objects.
Tuumi studied in the ceramics department along side with other ceramisist, including Ulla Procopé, Annikki Hovisaari, Dorrit Flinckenberg, Vuokko Eskolin...
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Crystal Bowls Sweden Designer Anna Ehrner, Pair
By Kosta Boda
Located in New York, NY
A pair (two) of substantial vintage Scandinavian clear crystal bowls by designer Anna Ehrner for Kosta Boda, circa late-20th century, Sweden. Made in Sweden. Both are signed and numb...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Crystal
$520 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Glass Tray & Bowl by Pertti Santalahti for Humppila, Finland 1970s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Scandinavian modern glass tray and bowl designed by Pertti Santalahti for Humppila, Finland 1970s. Clear & amber colored glass.
Category
Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Glass
Mid Century Aeroplan Plywood Leaf Dish by Tapio Wirkkala Made in Finland c 1950s
Located in New York, NY
Iconic laminated wood aeroplan leaf dish by recognized master of the genre, Tapio Wirkkala. Made in Finland by Soinne et Kni Oy, circa 1950's. This example is in very good, origina...
Category
Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Birch, Teak
Scandinavian Modern decorative bowls for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Scandinavian Modern decorative bowls 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 decorative bowls created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass, wall decorations and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with ceramic, stoneware and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Scandinavian Modern decorative bowls made in a specific country, there are Europe, Scandinavia, and Sweden pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original decorative bowls, popular names associated with this style include Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund, Carl-Harry Stålhane, and Gustavsberg. 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 decorative bowls differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $50 and tops out at $12,850 while the average work can sell for $525.
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Cloisonne Dragon Bowl
Hildreth Meiere
Jozefina Glass
Kashan Bowl
Kashan Pottery
Kosta Boda Atoll
Krosno Jozefina
Lalique Nemours
Lalique Ondines Bowl
Murano Gold Dust Flake Glass Bowl
Murano Valva Bowl
Thomas Kelly Vitrix
Thomas Toft Denmark