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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 

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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Full Set of 'Surrea' Bowls by Wilhelm Kåge for Gustavsberg Studio, Sweden, 1950s
By Wilhelm Kage, Gustavsberg
Located in Malmö, SE
Three stunning 'Surrea' stoneware bowls with 'Carrara' glaze. Made by Wilhelm Kåge at Gustavsberg Studio in Sweden, 1950s. Excellent condition. Stamped 'Gustavsberg'. This is a ...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls

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Ceramic, Stoneware

Full Set of 'Surrea' Bowls by Wilhelm Kåge for Gustavsberg Studio, Sweden, 1950s
Full Set of 'Surrea' Bowls by Wilhelm Kåge for Gustavsberg Studio, Sweden, 1950s

Full Set of 'Surrea' Bowls by Wilhelm Kåge for Gustavsberg Studio, Sweden, 1950s

Rörstrand Sweden Large Low Bowl Brown Stripe Decor by Carl-Harry Stålhane 1960s
By Palshus, Carl-Harry Stålhane, Saxbo, Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in Aarhus C, DK
Large low bowl by Swedish ceramist Carl-Harry Stålhane for Rörstrand Sweden. It's part of the "Atelje" series and was manufactured in a limited edition. Made circa 1960s. The bowl i...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls

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Ceramic

Rörstrand Sweden Large Low Bowl Brown Stripe Decor by Carl-Harry Stålhane 1960s
Rörstrand Sweden Large Low Bowl Brown Stripe Decor by Carl-Harry Stålhane 1960s

Rörstrand Sweden Large Low Bowl Brown Stripe Decor by Carl-Harry Stålhane 1960s

Scandinavian White Enamel Bowl by Kaj Franck for Finel Arabia Finland
By Kaj Franck, Finel
Located in Vienna, AT
This amazing Bowl in enameled steel was designed by master Finnish designer Kaj Franck for Finel / Arabia and made in Finland during the 1960s. It shows m...
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1960s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls

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Steel

Scandinavian White Enamel Bowl by Kaj Franck for Finel Arabia Finland
Scandinavian White Enamel Bowl by Kaj Franck for Finel Arabia Finland

Scandinavian White Enamel Bowl by Kaj Franck for Finel Arabia Finland

Wilhelm Kåge Våga bowl
By Wilhelm Kage, Gustavsberg
Located in Valby, 84
Våga bowl made by Swedish ceramic artist Wilhelm Kåge at the Gustavsbergs workshop in the 1950's. The bowl was made as part of the Våga series which was designed by Wilhelm Kåge in 1...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls

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Stoneware

Wilhelm Kåge Våga bowl
Wilhelm Kåge Våga bowl

Wilhelm Kåge Våga bowl

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Gunnar Nylund Rörstrand Large AXK Bowl Blue & Aqua Hares Fur Glaze Sweden 1950s
By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gunnar Nylund Rörstrand Large AXK Bowl Blue & Aqua Hares Fur Glaze Sweden 1950s This unique and large stoneware bowl is glazed with a delicate blue an speckled aqua hares fur glaze ...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls

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Stoneware

Gunnar Nylund Rörstrand Large AXK Bowl Blue & Aqua Hares Fur Glaze Sweden 1950s
Gunnar Nylund Rörstrand Large AXK Bowl Blue & Aqua Hares Fur Glaze Sweden 1950s

Gunnar Nylund Rörstrand Large AXK Bowl Blue & Aqua Hares Fur Glaze Sweden 1950s

Faience Bowl Leafs - Stig Lindberg - Gustavsberg Studio - Mid 20th Century
By Stig Lindberg, Gustavsberg
Located in Stockholm, SE
A large bowl in faience designed by Stig Lindberg at Gustavsberg Studio with a lovely decor of leafs, it´s 27 x 18 cm (10,8" x 7.2"). It´s in excellent condition. It is marked with t...
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Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls

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Faience

Faience Bowl Leafs - Stig Lindberg - Gustavsberg Studio - Mid 20th Century
Faience Bowl Leafs - Stig Lindberg - Gustavsberg Studio - Mid 20th Century

Faience Bowl Leafs - Stig Lindberg - Gustavsberg Studio - Mid 20th Century

Gray & Brown Vase - Claes Thell, Höganäs Sweden - Late 20th Century Design
Located in Stockholm, SE
A beautiful bowl designed by the Swedish ceramicist Claes Thell in his workshop in Höganäs, Sweden in the late 20th century. The bowl is 18 cm (7.2") in diameter and 5.5 cm (2.2") hi...
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Late 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls

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Ceramic

Gray & Brown Vase - Claes Thell, Höganäs Sweden - Late 20th Century Design
Gray & Brown Vase - Claes Thell, Höganäs Sweden - Late 20th Century Design

Gray & Brown Vase - Claes Thell, Höganäs Sweden - Late 20th Century Design

Giant, Unique Bowl - Carl-Harry Stålhane - Rörstrand - Mid-20th Century 1966
By Rörstrand, Carl-Harry Stålhane
Located in Stockholm, SE
A large unique bowl designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane at Rörstrand, it is 40 x0 40 cm (16" x 16") in diameter and 26 cm (10.4") high. It is in excellent condition. This bowl was produc...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Stoneware

Giant, Unique Bowl - Carl-Harry Stålhane - Rörstrand - Mid-20th Century 1966
Giant, Unique Bowl - Carl-Harry Stålhane - Rörstrand - Mid-20th Century 1966

Giant, Unique Bowl - Carl-Harry Stålhane - Rörstrand - Mid-20th Century 1966

Large Brown Bowl - Carl-Harry Stålhane - Rörstrand Atelier - Mid-20th Century
By Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand
Located in Stockholm, SE
A large brown ceramic bowl designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane at Rörstrand, the bowl is 31 cm (12.4") in diameter. It is in excellent condition except ...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls

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Ceramic

Large Brown Bowl - Carl-Harry Stålhane - Rörstrand Atelier - Mid-20th Century
Large Brown Bowl - Carl-Harry Stålhane - Rörstrand Atelier - Mid-20th Century

Large Brown Bowl - Carl-Harry Stålhane - Rörstrand Atelier - Mid-20th Century

Carl-Harry Stålhane Unique Hand Signed Bowl for Rörstrand Sweden 1967
By Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand
Located in Tilburg, NL
Carl-Harry Stålhane (1920-1990) Unique Hand Signed Bowl for Rörstrand, Sweden, 1967. This is a unique and hand signed sizable studio pottery bowl by Carl-Harry Stålhane for the high...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls

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Stoneware

Carl-Harry Stålhane Unique Hand Signed Bowl for Rörstrand Sweden 1967
Carl-Harry Stålhane Unique Hand Signed Bowl for Rörstrand Sweden 1967

Carl-Harry Stålhane Unique Hand Signed Bowl for Rörstrand Sweden 1967

Swedish Grace Pewter Box by Ingvar Bossler for Gamleby Tenn, Västervik, Sweden.
Located in Stockholm, SE
Simple, yet sophisticated, Swedish Grace pewter box by Ingvar Bossler for Gamleby Tenn, Västervik, Sweden. The company Gamleby Tenn started in the...
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1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls

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Pewter

Swedish Grace Pewter Box by Ingvar Bossler for Gamleby Tenn, Västervik, Sweden.
Swedish Grace Pewter Box by Ingvar Bossler for Gamleby Tenn, Västervik, Sweden.

Swedish Grace Pewter Box by Ingvar Bossler for Gamleby Tenn, Västervik, Sweden.

Upsala Ekeby Modern 1960s Sculptural Centerpiece Bowl
By Upsala Ekeby
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Handmade Swedish midcentury modern decorative bowl manufactured by Upsala Ekeby in the 1960s, model 4360. Soft slight asymmetrical bowl on round foot. Hand-carved relief lined graphi...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls

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Stoneware, Pottery, Ceramic

Upsala Ekeby Modern 1960s Sculptural Centerpiece Bowl
Upsala Ekeby Modern 1960s Sculptural Centerpiece Bowl

Upsala Ekeby Modern 1960s Sculptural Centerpiece Bowl

Vintage Leaf Shaped Serving Dish Faience, Stig Lindberg, Gustavsbergs Studio
By Stig Lindberg, Gustavsberg
Located in Stockholm, SE
A serving dish in faience designed by Stig Lindberg at Gustavsbergs Studio in Stockholm, it is 19 x 16.5 cm (7.6" x 6.6") in diameter. It´s in excellent condition. This dish is paint...
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Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls

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Stoneware

Vintage Leaf Shaped Serving Dish Faience, Stig Lindberg, Gustavsbergs Studio
Vintage Leaf Shaped Serving Dish Faience, Stig Lindberg, Gustavsbergs Studio

Vintage Leaf Shaped Serving Dish Faience, Stig Lindberg, Gustavsbergs Studio

Berndt Friberg Ceramic Bowl Selecta Series Number 1
By Gustavsberg, Berndt Friberg
Located in Valby, 84
Berndt Friberg ceramic bowl in a beautiful blue glaze, the bowl is designed by Berndt Friberg and made at Gustavsberg in the 1950s. Berndt Friberg designed the Selecta series in t...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls

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Ceramic

Berndt Friberg Ceramic Bowl Selecta Series Number 1
Berndt Friberg Ceramic Bowl Selecta Series Number 1

Berndt Friberg Ceramic Bowl Selecta Series Number 1

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Ulrika Hydman Vallien Glass Bowl Happy Faces by Kosta Boda
By Kosta Boda, Ulrica Hydman-Vallien
Located in Tilburg, NL
Kosta Boda, Artist: Ulrika Hydman Vallien. Bowl: Funny Faces Ulrica Hydman Vallien Ulrica Hydman Vallien was the daughter of Stig Johan Hydman and Margit Billberg-Johansson, and l...
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Early 2000s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls

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Art Glass, Blown Glass

Ulrika Hydman Vallien Glass Bowl Happy Faces by Kosta Boda
Ulrika Hydman Vallien Glass Bowl Happy Faces by Kosta Boda

Ulrika Hydman Vallien Glass Bowl Happy Faces by Kosta Boda

Gunnar Nylund Jade Green Glazed "ARF" Bowl Signed Rörstrand - Sweden 1950s
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gunnar Nylund Jade Green Glazed "ARF" Bowl Signed Rörstrand - Sweden 1950s A lovely bright jade green glazed "ARF" bowl designed by Gunnar Nylund at Rörstrand. Measuring 17 cm long...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls

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Ceramic

Gunnar Nylund Jade Green Glazed "ARF" Bowl Signed Rörstrand - Sweden 1950s
Gunnar Nylund Jade Green Glazed "ARF" Bowl Signed Rörstrand - Sweden 1950s

Gunnar Nylund Jade Green Glazed "ARF" Bowl Signed Rörstrand - Sweden 1950s

Lovely Bowl Flambé-technique - Gunnar Nylund Rörstrand - Mid-20th Century Design
By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund
Located in Stockholm, SE
A lovely bowl in Flambé technique designed by Gunnar Nylund at Rörstrand, the bowl is 5.5 cm (2.2") High and 33.5 cm (13.4") Wide. It has a motif of a woman. The bowl is in excellent...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls

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Ceramic

Lovely Bowl Flambé-technique - Gunnar Nylund Rörstrand - Mid-20th Century Design
Lovely Bowl Flambé-technique - Gunnar Nylund Rörstrand - Mid-20th Century Design

Lovely Bowl Flambé-technique - Gunnar Nylund Rörstrand - Mid-20th Century Design

Rörstrand Sweden Ceramic Bowl Dusted Green Haresfur, Carl-Harry Stålhane, 1950s
By Berndt Friberg, Carl-Harry Stålhane, Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in Aarhus C, DK
Slightly triangular footed bowl by Swedish ceramist Carl-Harry Stålhane for Rörstrand Sweden. Manufactured circa 1950s. The bowl is decorated with a matte haresfur glaze in dusted...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls

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Ceramic

Rörstrand Sweden Ceramic Bowl Dusted Green Haresfur, Carl-Harry Stålhane, 1950s
Rörstrand Sweden Ceramic Bowl Dusted Green Haresfur, Carl-Harry Stålhane, 1950s

Rörstrand Sweden Ceramic Bowl Dusted Green Haresfur, Carl-Harry Stålhane, 1950s

Mari Simmulson, Upsala Ekeby, Bowl "Hedenhös" Porcelain, 1950s
By Upsala Ekeby, Mari Simmulson
Located in Stockholm, SE
A lovely ceramic bowl of model "Hedenhös" in green and gray designed between 1957-1960 by Mari Simmulson at Upsala Ekeby. It is 23 x 18 cm in diameter and in mint condition.
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls

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Ceramic

Mari Simmulson, Upsala Ekeby, Bowl "Hedenhös" Porcelain, 1950s
Mari Simmulson, Upsala Ekeby, Bowl "Hedenhös" Porcelain, 1950s

Mari Simmulson, Upsala Ekeby, Bowl "Hedenhös" Porcelain, 1950s

Ceramic Gray Speckled Bowl Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand, Vintage Midcentury
By Rörstrand, Carl-Harry Stålhane
Located in Stockholm, SE
A lovely black bowl designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane at Rörstrand, the bowl is 18.5 cm in diameter at the top and 9.5 cm high. It is in excellent condition except from some minor marks in the glaze near the base why it is marked as 2nd quality. Carl-Harry Stålhane is one of the top names when it comes to midcentury Scandinavian Ceramics...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls

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Ceramic

Ceramic Gray Speckled Bowl Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand, Vintage Midcentury
Ceramic Gray Speckled Bowl Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand, Vintage Midcentury

Ceramic Gray Speckled Bowl Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand, Vintage Midcentury

Gunnar Nylund ARO Stoneware Bowl Blue and Green Glaze Rorstrand Sweden 1960s
By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gunnar Nylund ARO Stoneware Bowl Blue and Green Glaze Rorstrand Sweden 1960s Measurements: 4" wide, 3" deep, 1" high in center and 1.5" high edges. Incised "R (three crowns) Swede...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls

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Stoneware

Gunnar Nylund ARO Stoneware Bowl Blue and Green Glaze Rorstrand Sweden 1960s
Gunnar Nylund ARO Stoneware Bowl Blue and Green Glaze Rorstrand Sweden 1960s

Gunnar Nylund ARO Stoneware Bowl Blue and Green Glaze Rorstrand Sweden 1960s

Kosta Boda Filigrana Bowl
Located in Pasadena, CA
This is a beautiful mouth blown filigrana glass bowl whose design is attributed to Vicke Lindstrom for Kosta Boda. The bowl is of exceptional quality a...
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1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls

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Blown Glass

Kosta Boda Filigrana Bowl
Kosta Boda Filigrana Bowl

Kosta Boda Filigrana Bowl

Set of 2 Gray Vases and One Bowl, Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand, Mid-Century Vintage
By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund
Located in Stockholm, SE
A set of two vases and one bowl in gray porcelain with a decor of oak leafs designed by Gunnar Nylund at RörstrandThe larger vase is 12 cm high, the smaller vase is 7 cm high and the...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls

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Porcelain

Set of 2 Gray Vases and One Bowl, Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand, Mid-Century Vintage
Set of 2 Gray Vases and One Bowl, Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand, Mid-Century Vintage

Set of 2 Gray Vases and One Bowl, Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand, Mid-Century Vintage

Tamara Aladin, Koralli Dish for Riihimãen Lasi OY, Riihimãki, Finlland 1970
By Tamara Aladin
Located in New York, NY
A bold, vibrant glass “Koralli” dish designed by Tamara Aladin for Riihimäen Lasi Oy. The deep blue and green colored glass swirl in a clear glass body resting on an opaque white bas...
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls

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Art Glass

Tamara Aladin, Koralli Dish for Riihimãen Lasi OY, Riihimãki, Finlland 1970
Tamara Aladin, Koralli Dish for Riihimãen Lasi OY, Riihimãki, Finlland 1970

Tamara Aladin, Koralli Dish for Riihimãen Lasi OY, Riihimãki, Finlland 1970

Large Blue Speckled Bowl, Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand, 1950s, Mid Century Vintage
By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund
Located in Stockholm, SE
A lovely blue bowl designed by Gunnar Nylund at Rörstrand, the bowl is 39 x 26 cm (15.6" x 10.4") in diameter. It´s in excellent condition, it is marked as 1st quality. Gunnar Nylu...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls

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Stoneware

Large Blue Speckled Bowl, Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand, 1950s, Mid Century Vintage
Large Blue Speckled Bowl, Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand, 1950s, Mid Century Vintage

Large Blue Speckled Bowl, Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand, 1950s, Mid Century Vintage

Vintage Scandinavian Swedish Mid-century Modern Clear Crystal Corona Bowl, 1970s
By Orrefors, Lars Hellsten
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This crystal Corona Bowl was designed by Lars Hellsten for the Swedish glassworks Orrefors in the 1970s. Made of high-quality artistic crystal in the shape...
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1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls

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Crystal

Vintage Scandinavian Swedish Mid-century Modern Clear Crystal Corona Bowl, 1970s
Vintage Scandinavian Swedish Mid-century Modern Clear Crystal Corona Bowl, 1970s

Vintage Scandinavian Swedish Mid-century Modern Clear Crystal Corona Bowl, 1970s

Very Large Ceramic Wall Bowl Platter, Graphic Decor, Organic Colors, 1960s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Very large, stunning Nordic decorative hanging wall plate / centerpiece / bowl in muted earth tones. Peanut brown matte glaze with navy ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls

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Ceramic, Stoneware, Clay

Very Large Ceramic Wall Bowl Platter, Graphic Decor, Organic Colors, 1960s
Very Large Ceramic Wall Bowl Platter, Graphic Decor, Organic Colors, 1960s

Very Large Ceramic Wall Bowl Platter, Graphic Decor, Organic Colors, 1960s

Iittala Ultima Thule 56oz Serving Bowl by Tapio Wirkkala
By Iittala, 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

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Glass

Iittala Ultima Thule 56oz Serving Bowl by Tapio Wirkkala
Iittala Ultima Thule 56oz Serving Bowl by Tapio Wirkkala

Iittala Ultima Thule 56oz Serving Bowl by Tapio Wirkkala

Vintage Royal Copenhagen Gallery Large Amorphous Bowl by Trolle, Limited Edition
By Royal Copenhagen, Anne-Mette Trolle
Located in Aarhus C, DK
Vintage Royal Copenhagen Gallery limited edition bowl by Anne Marie Trolle, ca 1980s to 1990s. Very large ceramic bowl with amorphous shape accentuated by a thin brown line around...
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Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls

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Ceramic

Vintage Royal Copenhagen Gallery Large Amorphous Bowl by Trolle, Limited Edition
Vintage Royal Copenhagen Gallery Large Amorphous Bowl by Trolle, Limited Edition

Vintage Royal Copenhagen Gallery Large Amorphous Bowl by Trolle, Limited Edition

Pair of Elegant Polished Stainless Steel Footed Bowls by Georg Jensen Denmark
By Georg Jensen
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful Pair of small and large catch it all bowls by geog Jensen Denmark polished stainless steel, great condition the smaller one has a 6.5" diameter and 3.5" height.
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls

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Stainless Steel

Pair of Elegant Polished Stainless Steel Footed Bowls by Georg Jensen Denmark
Pair of Elegant Polished Stainless Steel Footed Bowls by Georg Jensen Denmark

Pair of Elegant Polished Stainless Steel Footed Bowls by Georg Jensen Denmark

Erik Hoglund / Engraved Bowl 'Crystal' / Boda Glasbruk / 1960s
By Erik Höglund
Located in Shibuya-Ku, JP
An art piece carved into crystal glass using the engraving technique. The deep and rough sculpture is by Eric Högland himself. There are 5 fish ca...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls

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Art Glass

Erik Hoglund / Engraved Bowl 'Crystal' / Boda Glasbruk / 1960s
Erik Hoglund / Engraved Bowl 'Crystal' / Boda Glasbruk / 1960s

Erik Hoglund / Engraved Bowl 'Crystal' / Boda Glasbruk / 1960s

Kaj Franck Arabia Metal Bowls Set, 1950s
By Arabia of Finland, Kaj Franck
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Bowls set designed by Kaj Franck for Arabia and made by Finel of Finland, metal painted, circa 1950s Signed under the base. Available 3 large: Diameter 21 cm, height 14 cm Availab...
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1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls

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Metal

Kaj Franck Arabia Metal Bowls Set, 1950s
Kaj Franck Arabia Metal Bowls Set, 1950s

Kaj Franck Arabia Metal Bowls Set, 1950s

Britt-Louise Sundell Large Cylinder Vase Scandinavian Modern Gustavsberg
By Britt-Louise Sundell, Gustavsberg
Located in New York, NY
A cylinder shaped vase by Britt-Louise Sundell for Gustavsberg, circa 1960. The vase has a highly textured surface with and horizontal lines made ...
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls

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Ceramic, Clay

Britt-Louise Sundell Large Cylinder Vase Scandinavian Modern Gustavsberg
Britt-Louise Sundell Large Cylinder Vase Scandinavian Modern Gustavsberg

Britt-Louise Sundell Large Cylinder Vase Scandinavian Modern Gustavsberg

Large Faience Ceramic Bowl and Plate by Stig Lindberg for Gustavsberg
By Gustavsberg, Stig Lindberg
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Stunning large Faience ceramic bowl and plate by Stig Lindberg for Gustavsberg. Milky white ceramic featuring a selection of flower motifs in bright colors painted by faience painter...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls

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Ceramic

Large Faience Ceramic Bowl and Plate by Stig Lindberg for Gustavsberg
Large Faience Ceramic Bowl and Plate by Stig Lindberg for Gustavsberg

Large Faience Ceramic Bowl and Plate by Stig Lindberg for Gustavsberg

Erik Hoglund / Engraved Bowl'Crystal' / Boda Glasbruk / 1960s
By Erik Höglund
Located in Shibuya-Ku, JP
An art piece carved into crystal glass using the engraving technique. The deep and rough sculpture is by Eric Högland himself. Engraved with 6 bir...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Art Glass

Erik Hoglund / Engraved Bowl'Crystal' / Boda Glasbruk / 1960s
Erik Hoglund / Engraved Bowl'Crystal' / Boda Glasbruk / 1960s

Erik Hoglund / Engraved Bowl'Crystal' / Boda Glasbruk / 1960s

Bjørn Wiinblad, Denmark, Early Unique Bowl in Hand-Painted Ceramics
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Bjørn Wiinblad (1918-2006), Denmark. Early unique bowl in hand-painted and glazed ceramics. Dated 1946. Measures: 18.5 x 6 cm. In excellent condition. Signed and dated.
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1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls

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Ceramic

Bjørn Wiinblad, Denmark, Early Unique Bowl in Hand-Painted Ceramics
Bjørn Wiinblad, Denmark, Early Unique Bowl in Hand-Painted Ceramics

Bjørn Wiinblad, Denmark, Early Unique Bowl in Hand-Painted Ceramics

Group of Scandinavian Modern Sven Palmqvist "Selena" Bowls from Orrefors
By Orrefors, Sven Palmquist
Located in New York, NY
Group of three soft form opalescent glass "Selena" bowls by Swedish glass master Sven Palmqvist for Orrefors, circa 1950. Largest bowl: 9.5" x 9.5" x 3.5".
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls

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Art Glass

Group of Scandinavian Modern Sven Palmqvist "Selena" Bowls from Orrefors
Group of Scandinavian Modern Sven Palmqvist "Selena" Bowls from Orrefors

Group of Scandinavian Modern Sven Palmqvist "Selena" Bowls from Orrefors

Vintage Glass Bowl "Flora" by Italglass Corp. Mouth Blown 1960's
By Nuutajärvi Notsjõ, Oiva Toikka
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Large vintage clear glass salad bowl Flora style Italglass Corp. Mouth Blown Souffle Bouche 1960's This large glass serving bowl has a beautiful organ...
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls

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Blown Glass

Vintage Glass Bowl "Flora" by Italglass Corp. Mouth Blown 1960's
Vintage Glass Bowl "Flora" by Italglass Corp. Mouth Blown 1960's

Vintage Glass Bowl "Flora" by Italglass Corp. Mouth Blown 1960's

1970sTwo White Danish Handblown Glass Bowls by Michael Bang for Holmegaard
By Holmegaard, Michael Bang
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of two white and green Danish bowls in handblown opaline glass, designed by Michael Bang and produced by Holmegaard in the 1970s. The well designed set with it´s 1970´s colors...
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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Glass, Opaline Glass

1970sTwo White Danish Handblown Glass Bowls by Michael Bang for Holmegaard
1970sTwo White Danish Handblown Glass Bowls by Michael Bang for Holmegaard

1970sTwo White Danish Handblown Glass Bowls by Michael Bang for Holmegaard

Large Bowl by Sylvia Leuchovious for Rorstrand Studio, Sweden, 1960
By rorstrand studio, Sylvia Leuchovius
Located in New York, NY
A large Rorstrand Studio ceramic bowl by Sylvia Leuchovious. This unique hand thrown bowl is glazed in deep blue and red against a lighter neutral bas...
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Clay

Large Bowl by Sylvia Leuchovious for Rorstrand Studio, Sweden, 1960
Large Bowl by Sylvia Leuchovious for Rorstrand Studio, Sweden, 1960

Large Bowl by Sylvia Leuchovious for Rorstrand Studio, Sweden, 1960

Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Bowl Royal Copenhagen by Nils Thorssen
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mid-Century Modern scandinavian bowl Royal Copenhagen by Nils Thorssen model Baca Sunflower. Production number 870 over 2196.
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1980s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Ceramic

Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Bowl Royal Copenhagen by Nils Thorssen
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Bowl Royal Copenhagen by Nils Thorssen

Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Bowl Royal Copenhagen by Nils Thorssen

White Bowl "Surrea" by Wilhelm Kåge, 1940s Surrealistic Scandinavian Ceramic
By Gustavsberg, Wilhelm Kage
Located in Stockholm, SE
A lovely bowl of model Surrea designed by Wilhelm Kåge at Gustavsberg in the 1940s. It is 24 cm in diameter and in mint condition. This is one of the most well known and appreciated ...
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Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Porcelain

White Bowl "Surrea" by Wilhelm Kåge, 1940s Surrealistic Scandinavian Ceramic
White Bowl "Surrea" by Wilhelm Kåge, 1940s Surrealistic Scandinavian Ceramic

White Bowl "Surrea" by Wilhelm Kåge, 1940s Surrealistic Scandinavian Ceramic

Sylvia Leuchovious "Pool Glaze" Bowl for Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1960
By Sylvia Leuchovius, rorstrand studio
Located in New York, NY
A unique studio bowl by Sylvia Leuchovious with a pool of aqua blue glaze at the center. The bowl is hand thrown and made of charmotte clay. Made at Gustavsberg, circa 1960. Measu...
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Ceramic

Sylvia Leuchovious "Pool Glaze" Bowl for Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1960
Sylvia Leuchovious "Pool Glaze" Bowl for Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1960

Sylvia Leuchovious "Pool Glaze" Bowl for Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1960

Scandinavian Modern Britt-Louise Sundell Bowl for Gustavsberg Studio with Flower
By Britt-Louise Sundell, Gustavsberg
Located in New York, NY
A large unique studio bowl by Britt-Louise Sundell for Gustavsberg, Sweden. The bowl has a jade colored glaze and is detail in dark blue-black flowers. Signed on the bottom, circa 19...
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Mid-20th Century European Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls

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Ceramic

Scandinavian Modern Britt-Louise Sundell Bowl for Gustavsberg Studio with Flower
Scandinavian Modern Britt-Louise Sundell Bowl for Gustavsberg Studio with Flower

Scandinavian Modern Britt-Louise Sundell Bowl for Gustavsberg Studio with Flower

Faience and Bamboo Coffee Pot Stig Lindberg Gustavsberg 1960s Midcentury Vintage
By Stig Lindberg, Gustavsberg
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

Faience and Bamboo Coffee Pot Stig Lindberg Gustavsberg 1960s Midcentury Vintage
Faience and Bamboo Coffee Pot Stig Lindberg Gustavsberg 1960s Midcentury Vintage

Faience and Bamboo Coffee Pot Stig Lindberg Gustavsberg 1960s Midcentury Vintage

Carl-Harry Stalhane Painted Dish Rorstrand 'D' Sweden, 1950's
By Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand
Located in New York, NY
A large Scandinavian Modern “Torro” ceramic dish hand decorated with a blue and black pattern. This dishes are from a collaboration series by Carl Harry Stålhane and Aune Laukkanen f...
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Clay

Carl-Harry Stalhane Painted Dish Rorstrand 'D' Sweden, 1950's
Carl-Harry Stalhane Painted Dish Rorstrand 'D' Sweden, 1950's

Carl-Harry Stalhane Painted Dish Rorstrand 'D' Sweden, 1950's

Johansfors Glasbruk Art Glass Bowl with Blue Waves
By Johansfors Glasbruk
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Signed hand-blown art glas bowl for fruits or salad. Signed Johansfors and a unknown signature. Wellkept intact condition. Measurements: D: 17 cm, H: 10 cm.
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1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Art Glass

Johansfors Glasbruk Art Glass Bowl with Blue Waves
Johansfors Glasbruk Art Glass Bowl with Blue Waves

Johansfors Glasbruk Art Glass Bowl with Blue Waves

Olive Green Sgrafitto Stoneware Bowl from Lehmann Langeland, 1970s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Softly glazed organically shaped ceramic fruit or centerpiece bowl. Decor technique Sgrafitto. Made and designed by Lehmann Keramik on the islan...
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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Stoneware

Olive Green Sgrafitto Stoneware Bowl from Lehmann Langeland, 1970s
Olive Green Sgrafitto Stoneware Bowl from Lehmann Langeland, 1970s

Olive Green Sgrafitto Stoneware Bowl from Lehmann Langeland, 1970s

Mid Century Large Bowl in Ceramic by Conny Walther, 1970s
Located in Odense, DK
Beautiful large stoneware bowl by Danish artist Conny Walther. Made in 1970s. Great colour plate in this glaze. Other mentionable ceramic artists fro...
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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Mid Century Large Bowl in Ceramic by Conny Walther, 1970s
Mid Century Large Bowl in Ceramic by Conny Walther, 1970s

Mid Century Large Bowl in Ceramic by Conny Walther, 1970s

Edvin Öhrström "Ariel" Glass Bowl for Orrefors
By Orrefors, Edvin Öhrström
Located in Kastrup, DK
Edvin Öhrström 1906-1994. A deep red and clear glass "Ariel" bowl for Orrefors. Engraved signature to base Edvin Öhrström and Orrefors.
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Art Glass, Blown Glass

Edvin Öhrström "Ariel" Glass Bowl for Orrefors
Edvin Öhrström "Ariel" Glass Bowl for Orrefors

Edvin Öhrström "Ariel" Glass Bowl for Orrefors

Gertrud Bage Unique Studio Dish/ Bowl with Amazing Glaze, Stockholm, Sweden
Located in New York, NY
Gertrud Bage unique, double glazed ceramic stoneware bow in blues and greens. Signed and label on bottom. Produced in Stockholm, Sweden, circa 1990-2000. Measures: Diameter: 13.75...
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Late 20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Clay

Gertrud Bage Unique Studio Dish/ Bowl with Amazing Glaze, Stockholm, Sweden
Gertrud Bage Unique Studio Dish/ Bowl with Amazing Glaze, Stockholm, Sweden

Gertrud Bage Unique Studio Dish/ Bowl with Amazing Glaze, Stockholm, Sweden

Blue Serving Dish Faience, Stig Lindberg, Gustavsbergs Studio
By Stig Lindberg, Gustavsberg
Located in Stockholm, SE
A serving dish in faience designed by Stig Lindberg at Gustavsberg Studio, it´s 25,5 x 19 cm. It´s in very good condition. It´s marked with the Stig Lindberg characteristic Studio-hand.
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Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Stoneware

Blue Serving Dish Faience, Stig Lindberg, Gustavsbergs Studio
Blue Serving Dish Faience, Stig Lindberg, Gustavsbergs Studio

Blue Serving Dish Faience, Stig Lindberg, Gustavsbergs Studio

Vintage Leaf Shaped Serving Dish Faience, Stig Lindberg, Gustavsbergs Studio
By Stig Lindberg, Gustavsberg
Located in Stockholm, SE
A lovely serving dish in shape of a leaf in faience designed by Stig Lindberg at Gustavsberg Studio, it´s 31,5 x 11 cm. It´s close to mint condition. It´s marked with the Stig Lindbe...
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Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Stoneware

Vintage Leaf Shaped Serving Dish Faience, Stig Lindberg, Gustavsbergs Studio
Vintage Leaf Shaped Serving Dish Faience, Stig Lindberg, Gustavsbergs Studio

Vintage Leaf Shaped Serving Dish Faience, Stig Lindberg, Gustavsbergs Studio

Friedl Holzer-Kjellberg Scandinavia Modern Stoneware Bowl Arabia Finland
By Arabia, Friedl Holzer-Kjellberg
Located in New York, NY
Friedl Holzer-Kjellberg Mid-Century Modern stoneware plate glazed deep red and vibrant blue made for Arabia, Finland. Kjellberg's design style has been characterized as 'modern class...
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Friedl Holzer-Kjellberg Scandinavia Modern Stoneware Bowl Arabia Finland
Friedl Holzer-Kjellberg Scandinavia Modern Stoneware Bowl Arabia Finland

Friedl Holzer-Kjellberg Scandinavia Modern Stoneware Bowl Arabia Finland

Pair of Scandinavian Modern Porcelain Bowl by Friedl Holzer-Kjellberg, Arabia
By Arabia of Finland, Friedl Holzer-Kjellberg
Located in Stockholm, SE
Two Scandinavian Modern rice grain porcelain bowl by Friedl Holzer-Kjellberg for Arabia in Finland. A delicate "rice grain" porcelain bowl designed by the Finnish artist Friedl Holz...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of Scandinavian Modern Porcelain Bowl by Friedl Holzer-Kjellberg, Arabia
Pair of Scandinavian Modern Porcelain Bowl by Friedl Holzer-Kjellberg, Arabia

Pair of Scandinavian Modern Porcelain Bowl by Friedl Holzer-Kjellberg, Arabia

1962 Danish Glass Bowl by Per Lütken for Holmegaard
By Holmegaard, Per Lütken
Located in Knebel, DK
Danish handcrafted glass bowl by Per Lütken for Holmegaard The well designed bowl with Per Lütkens signature, the Holmegaard name and production year 1962 engraved is in very good ...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Blown Glass, Glass

1962 Danish Glass Bowl by Per Lütken for Holmegaard
1962 Danish Glass Bowl by Per Lütken for Holmegaard

1962 Danish Glass Bowl by Per Lütken for Holmegaard

Francesca MascItti-Lindh Ceramic Bowl, for Arabia, Finland
By Arabia, Francesca Mascitti Lindh
Located in New York, NY
A large, vibrantly glazed hand thrown bowl by Francesca Mascitti-Lindh for Arabia. Finland, circa 1960s. Signed on bottom. Diameter: 12“ Height: “2.
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Ceramic

Francesca MascItti-Lindh Ceramic Bowl, for Arabia, Finland
Francesca MascItti-Lindh Ceramic Bowl, for Arabia, Finland

Francesca MascItti-Lindh Ceramic Bowl, for Arabia, Finland

Vintage Lynggaard Light Gray Ceramic Square Bowl Plate, 1960s
By Finn Lynggaard
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Beautiful simplistic midcentury modernist piece from the 1970s by Danish artist Finn Lynggaard (1930-2011). Soft square shaped bowl / plate / centerpiece with rounded corners. Light ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware, Pottery

Vintage Lynggaard Light Gray Ceramic Square Bowl Plate, 1960s
Vintage Lynggaard Light Gray Ceramic Square Bowl Plate, 1960s

Vintage Lynggaard Light Gray Ceramic Square Bowl Plate, 1960s

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