1940s Decorative Objects

“Farsta” vase with thick, blue glazed walls balancing on an unglazed base decorated with etched stripes. Production year inscripted on the base. “Farsta” stoneware is recognized a...

Large cut crystal vase with cut sides circa 1940. Stamped under the St Louis base. Small chip under the vase, a scratch at the top of the vase...

1940's New Old Stock Vintage Button Cards- Pack Of Ten. We recently came across a large hoard of new old stock hardware and general merchandise items, laying untouched since the 1940...

Lacquered paintbrush or pensil box, made in the chinese style. In this painting features a butterfly and flowers. The key is not the original but it does correspond to the lock. Good...

Stunning hand-painted Zsolnay porcelain figure by renowned Hungarian artist János Török also called " Virgin in the Mirror." This figure is published in the Zsolnay Catalog and is br...

Stoneware “Argenta” vase by Wilhelm Kåge, in a tall, stately design. Striking decor of young man standing on the back of a dragon. Lovely subtle bubble detail on the rim. Beautifully...

Gorgeous pair of unusual Cinnamon an Blanc glazed porcelain Foo Dogs . Both holding the Earth in reverse of each other. Add some Asian Style to your Design Project.

This vintage 1940s McCoy Ivy and Berries planter in a beautiful dusty rose pink glaze is a classic example of mid-century American ceramic design. Featuring a raised ivy and berries ...

Vintage Fish Graal Vase by Edward Hald for Orrefors, Sweden 1947 A vintage vase of the Graal series designed by Edward Hald for Orrefors Sweden in 1938. Clear and green glass decora...

Beautiful Large Natural Highly Decorative Sea Shell. Great for decorating! I purchased a collection of Sea Shells from a antique store in Newport.

Carlo Scarpa, 'Bugne' vase, 1940 Carlo Scarpa (1906-1978), 'Bugne' vase, 1936 hand-blown glass, iridescent surface modell 3739 produced by Venini & C., Murano, Italy ca. 31.5 cm (h...

Carlo Scarpa for Venini 1906 - 1978 “Pennellate” vase, 1942 Carlo Scarpa for Venini “Pennellate” vase 1942 While the world was at war in 1942, Scarpa and Venini produced a rare ser...

A lovely Art Deco ceramic vase in black and white, with a cylinder shape and geometric pattern, by Ingrid Atterberg for Uppsala Ekeby, decorated by hand . Good overall original cond...

A white-glazed fluted earthenware vase, designed and produced in Denmark, c. 1940s.

Antique Sailors Valentines sea Shell box with department for matches. Unusual design, collectible piece.

This stunning French mirrored picture frame features silver mirror-beveled edges with a deep geometric design. You can arrange the photo frame in either a portrait or a landscape ori...

Vase Barovier e Toso Rostrato 1940.

Desk cigar humidor designed by Erik Fleming (1894–1954) for Atelier Borgila. This is an extremely rare desk cigars humidor created in Stockholm Sweden by the Baron Erik Herman Fleming for the Atelier Borgila, back in 1941. The rare humidor has been masterfully hand crafted with faceted chamfered and art deco patterns in solid .925/.999 sterling silver with high polished finish. The elaborated lid depict the Swedish king's monogram of Gustav V, which implies that this piece was a kind of gift directly from the King of Sweden. It is fitted in the interior with a removable cigar holder and at the sides, with two hinged round handles. The interior's surfaces are completely lined up with cedarwood veneer. An exceptional museum quality piece with great Swedish craftmanship. Erik Herman Fleming He was a Swedish metalsmith, baron, teacher, and designer. He was one of the foremost Swedish silversmiths of his time, and worked as a Swedish court artisan. He was born on April 26, 1894, in Stockholm, to parents Sigrid Wilhelmina Amalia Söderhielm and Oscar Herman August Fleming. He attended the Althin's School of Painting in Stockholm from 1914 to 1915; and continued his studies in engineering at the Technische Universität Berlin from 1915 to 1917; and architecture at the University of Munich from 1917 to 1918. He learned silversmithing as a hobby initially, and enjoyed it enough to pursued further study under Anna Möcklin (who had worked for C. G. Hallberg and K. Andersson). In 1921, Fleming founded Atelier Borgila, a silver workshop and royal court supplier in Stockholm. C. F. Larsson was hired as the lead foreman for Atelier Borgila. Additionally Fleming taught metal arts at Konstfack in Stockholm, where he became head teacher of metal arts from 1947 until his death in 1954. He was the father of the silversmith Lars Fleming (1928–2025). Fleming's work is in the museum collection at the National-Museum in Stockholm, Sweden. Atelier Borgila This is a prestigious Swedish silversmithing workshop founded in Stockholm in the early 1920s by the baron and designer Erik Fleming (1894–1954). Considered the premier silver firm in Sweden during the mid-20th century, the workshop is renowned for its "Swedish Modern" style, characterized by simple elegance and minimalist decoration. Erik Fleming originally trained as an architect and engineer but became a silversmith almost by chance. He served as a purveyor to the Royal Court of Sweden. One of his most notable works was an 800-piece dinner service created in 1933—a wedding gift from the Swedish people to Prince Gustaf Adolf and his wife, Sibylla. In 1943, he organized the first exhibition of modern jewelry in Sweden, helping to launch the careers of many post-war artists. Following Erik's death in 1954, his son, Lars Peter Eriksson Fleming, continued the workshop's legacy. Over the decades, renowned designers and silversmiths worked for Atelier Borgila, including: Sigurd Persson: One of Sweden's most influential designers. Rey Urban, Birger Haglund, and Claes Giertta. Rikard Waterval: Known for avant-garde designs in the 1970s and 1990s. Country: Stockholm, Sweden. Period: Art-Deco, 1940-1941. Designer: Erik Fleming (1894–1954) for Atelier Borgila. Materials: Solid polished .925/.999 Sterling Silver and cedar wood veneers. Weight: 1,106.65 Grams, (709.30 Dwt). Measurements: H. 212.10 mm by L. 154.5 mm by 133.40 mm, (8.35 x 6.08 x 5.25 Inches). Hallmarks: Stamped with Swedish royal marks; the maker's mark, the mark for the assay and warranty of the silver, the production date letter-code P8 for 1941 and signed in full as follows: "BORGILA S P8 STERLING". Engraved: With a discrete dedication to the base that reads "Christer C. Skriver 2/17/1949 Fran Automobilindustrikommittkien. Notes: Automobilindustrikommittkien refers to a Swedish committee, likely the Automotive Industry Committee, which commissioned a sterling silver Art Deco humidor...

France / 1947 / Statue St. Yves / Jos Kervella for Henriot Quimper / faïence polychrome / Religious A rare and beautifully modeled faïence statue depicting Saint Yves, by Jos Kervel...

A brass candelabra designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s. Holds three 0.875” diameter candles Overall Dimensions (inches): 5.5"H x 14.75"W x 2.25"D All items ship from High Po...

Large Illuminated Art Deco Bronze – “Fayral” (Max Le Verrier) This impressive Art Deco bronze sculpture originates from France and dates back to around 1940. It was created by “Fayr...

A blue blown-glass vase designed by Edvin Öhrström and produced by Orrefors, Sweden, c. 1940s.

A green-glazed earthenware vase designed and produced by Upsala-Ekeby, Sweden, 1940s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 6.68" Height x 6.0" Diameter All items ship from High Point, Nort...

An organic blown glass vase designed by Börne Augustsson and produced by Åseda Glasbruk, Sweden, c. 1940s.

Pietro Chiesa for Fontana Arte Playing Cards Box in Cerused Oak and Glass, Italy 1940s The Handle depicts two cannons, and the box inside is divided into three compartments to hold p...

A stoneware vase or pitcher designed by Andersson & Johansson and produced in Höganäs, Sweden, 1940s.

France vase Bugnoni 1940 glass, France.

This Picture frame, is in leather, in a gradient of brown colors. It is done in the style of Jacques Adnet. Some Wear but almost on the sides. It has been made in France circa 1940,...

Very unusual biscuit sculpture by Stig Lindberg for Gustavsberg depicting Susanna and the elders. Made in Sweden around 1950. In excellent condition with no issues! Signed "Stig L 89...

This Turkish dual-handle terracotta storage pot is a captivating piece that embodies the heritage and artistry of Anatolian craftsmanship. With its robust form and elegantly curved d...

A beautiful Art Deco period polished bronze tall bud vase By Dirilyte USA, Circa 1940s Measures: 3.75"W x 3.75"D x 11.5"H. Very good original vintage...

Swedish Art Deco pedestal bowl marked "Kunga Skålen" or the King bowl translated from Swedish to English. The elegant foot is decorated with a band of sculpted foliage with cutout to...

Italian Futurist 1920s Girl with Pail wooden box toy.

A blown glass vase designed by Ture Berglund and produced by Skansens Glasbruk, Sweden, 1940s.

Large vase in a vibrant orange/ rust/ terracota color by Andersson & Johansson for Höganäs. Great simplistic form which showcases the color depths of the glaze. A large size compared...

This glass decorative bottle, has been made in France, circa 1940. It is a typical Art Deco Style shape, in a pink color with black cap.

1940s Hand Forged Old Iron Standing Floor Candle Holder 43.75 x 14.25 x 14.25 preowned original distressed vintage unrestored condition. Refer to all images provided.

Art Deco 1940s mirrored glass photo holder Intact and in good condition, measuring 23 cm high x 24 cm wide. The photo compartment measures 11cm x 16cm. Found in a noble apartment in ...

Exotic gourd shape Kutani ceramic vase with flying Cranes decoration from Mid Century Japan. The hand painting was done with great care and artistic knowledge. The vase is painted ...

Carlo Scarpa (1906-1978), 'Bugne' vase, 1936 hand-blown glass, iridescent surface modell 3739 produced by Venini & C., Murano, Italy signed with four-line acid stamp to underside ...

The "White Plaster Bust of Socrates on a Black Marble Base, around 1940" is a striking sculptural piece that pays homage to the ancient Greek philosop...

A magnificent, fine and impressive, large vintage Spanish silver sugar box realistically modelled in the form of a fish; an addition to our animal related silverware collection This magnificent and large vintage Spanish silver box has been realistically modelled in the form of a fish. This impressive fish shaped box has an articulated body, allowing the fish's position to be customised. The body of this vintage sugar box is embellished with separate dorsal and pectoral fins, in addition to rows of chased scales and anatomical features. This vintage silver fish box retains the original hinged cover/head, featuring the original large bead eyes. Such large examples are rare to the market and becoming increasingly difficult to locate. Condition This silver fish shaped box is an exceptional gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in exceptional condition. The Spanish hallmarks...

This is a small (height 13 cm) hand painted ceramic vase produced at Alingsås Keramik in 1947. The beautiful leaves motif is hand painted using underglaze painted by signature "K". ...

Scandinavian Modern vase, Kupittaan Savi Åbo, Finland ca 1940's. Wear and patina consistent with age and use. Smaller chip, as seen on the last picture.

A sizeable grey-glazed stoneware vase designed and produced in Sweden, 1940s.

A grey and brown-glazed stoneware vase designed by Gunnar Nylund, Sweden, 1940s. “GN SWEDEN” stamp on bottom

A striking example of Swedish craftsmanship, this Scandinavian Modern “Mjölby Intarsia” Advent candleholder from the 1940s combines artistry, tradition, and functionality. The rectan...

A beautiful huge Murano art glass vase in the manner of Barovier Seguso & Ferro in honey yellow amber colour, Italy, circa mid / late 1940s It stays in very good original conditio...

Large English Ceramic Jardiniere with Silk Flowers. Beautiful and colorful bouquet to brighten any room. The jardiniere is stamped on the bottom. Will post better photos soon. Cermic...

A brown-glazed stoneware vase designed by Gunnar Nylund and produced by Rörstrand, Sweden, 1940s. Factory second

Pair of Roseville Pottery ceramic candle stick holders in the Zephyr Lily pattern on blue background are marked with molded "Roseville U.S.A. 1163 4 ½" on the bottoms. Zephir Lily p...

Tutsi Ceremonial dance shield. Rwanda-Burundi Second quarter, 20th century. Wood, natural pigment Measures: 20” long x 7 1/4” wide x 4” deep (50.5 x 1...

1940's New Old Stock Pharmacy Box - Large Quantity Available. Original new old stock French packaging, never used. Listing is for a single box and lid. Workshop Report: Our worksh...

Infuse your space with the timeless allure of the Mediterranean through this Tapered Aegean Clay Storage Jar, a remarkable 20th-century artifact from the Aegean region, celebrated fo...

Extraordinary Art Deco Clock, Made in Italy, 1940s.  Extraordinary Table Clock by the brand ADREZ - Watch is a true Art Deco piece. With its classic design and top-quality workmanshi...

GUIDO CACCIAPUOTI - from a family of Neapolitan majolica makers , Guido CACCIAPUOTI , moved to Milan at a very young age where he continued with his work with stoneware and created a...

Elevate your home decor to a new level of sophistication with the Carrara Vase, a true masterpiece crafted by the renowned artist Wilhelm Kåge. This extraordinary piece effortlessly ...

Laying Whippet dog with upright posture molded in composition material.

Ceramic table lamp model '208' by Anna-Lisa Thomson, 1940s. Produced at Upsala Ekeby, 1940s.

Collection of midcentury African multicolored wooden masks. Red/brown 30cmx18cmx 12cm Black/white 38cmx19cmx20cm Brown 30cmx17cmx10cm Brown/shell brass dia ...