Scandinavian Modern Figurative Sculptures
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
Stoneware Fawn Head by Axel Salto
By Axel Salto
Located in San Francisco, CA
Fallow deer head, stoneware decorated with oxblood glaze. Incised signature: [Salto 20803] with stamped manufacturer’s mark to underside: [Royal Copenhagen Denmark].
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Stoneware
Large Woman Sculpture Patinated Bronze by Johannes Hansen, Denmark, 1940s
Located in Odense, DK
Large cast bronze sculpture by Danish artist Johannes Hansen depicting a young girl lost in thoughts. The sculpture was made in the 1940s at the bronze foundry "L. Rasmussen" in Cope...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Swedish glass book stands by Erik Höglund Boda, Sweden, 1960s
By Erik Höglund, Boda
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Beautiful sculptural book stands designed by Erik Höglund. Produced by Swedish company Boda suring the 1960s.
Made in frosted glass. Signed on bottom.
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Glass
Svend Lindhart Porcelain Figurines
Located in New York, NY
Porcelain Children Figurine by Danish designer Svend Lindhart for Bing & Grondahl. Scandinavian Modern, Made in Denmark circa 1970's.
$375 for the s...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Porcelain
$375 / set
Hjorth, Bornholm, Denmark, fisherwoman figurine in glazed ceramic. Mid-20th C.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Hjorth, Bornholm, Denmark, fisherwoman figurine in glazed ceramic.
Mid-20th century.
Model 503.
Marked.
In excellent condition.
Dimensions: H 18.0 cm x D 11.5 cm.
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Claire Weiss for Bing & Grøndahl. Porcelain figure. Boy. 1970s.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Claire Weiss for Bing & Grøndahl. Porcelain figure. Boy. 1970s.
Model number 2399.
Measures: 13 x 8 cm.
In excellent condition.
Stamped.
1st factory quality.
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
Lisa Larson for Gustavsberg. Stoneware figurine of a boy. "Nils"
Located in København, Copenhagen
Lisa Larson for Gustavsberg. Stoneware figurine from the "Children of the World" series. "Nils"
1970s.
Marked.
In perfect condition.
Dimensions: H 13.0 cm x W 7.0 cm.
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Bertil Vallien for Kosta Boda Large glass boat sculpture Limited edition 300
Located in Delft, NL
Unique piece only 300 were made.
Category
1990s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Art Glass
Lisa Larson for Gustavsberg. Rare "Johanna" figurine in glazed ceramic.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Lisa Larson for Gustavsberg. Rare "Johanna" figurine in glazed ceramic.
Late 20th century.
Marked.
In perfect condition.
Dimensions: H 15.5 cm x D 10.0 cm.
Category
Late 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Sculpture of naked couple in plaster by Swedish artist Emil Näsvall, 1950s
Located in Hägersten, SE
Sculpture by Swedish artist Emil Näsvall. Made from plaster standing on a pine base. done around the 1950s in Sweden. Good vintage condition with age related wear and patina.
Arti...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Plaster, Pine
Johannes Hedegaard for Royal Copenhagen Figurine "Martha" Rare Version 21424
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Figurine of a young woman washing clothes - called "Martha" - by Danish sculptor Johannes Hedegaard (1915-1999) produced at Royal Copenhagen. It´s a rare version with beige clothes instead of the more commonly seen version with turquoise glaze. The naked parts of the body show the warm terracotta color and make the figurine quite sensual. The figurine was designed ca 1940s and it was most likely made around 1960s.
Johannes Hedegaard is famous for his graceful busts of young, most often half naked women. His model was reportedly his own wife Birthe Hedegaard. He trained as a sculptor at Royal Copenhagen from 1930 to 1935 and later he went to the Sculpture School at the Royal Academy of Arts in Copenhagen (Kunstakademiets Billedhuggerskole). His teachers here were Einar Utzon-Frank (1939) and Johannes Bjerg...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
$707 Sale Price
20% Off
Swedish glass book stands by Erik Höglund Boda, Sweden, 1960s
By Erik Höglund, Boda
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Beautiful sculptural book stands designed by Erik Höglund. Produced by Swedish company Boda suring the 1960s.
Made in frosted glass. Signed on bottom.
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Glass
Lisa Larson for Gustavsberg. Rare glazed ceramic figurine "Malin". 1970s.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Lisa Larson for Gustavsberg. Rare glazed ceramic figurine "Malin".
1970s.
In perfect condition.
Signed.
Dimensions: 18.0 cm x 12.0 cm.
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Gunnel Sahlin for Kosta Boda Fruits Art glass , 1990s
Located in Delft, NL
Gunnel Sahlin for Kosta Boda Fruits Art glass , 1990s
Category
1990s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Art Glass
Midcentury Wooden Abstract Sculpture by Johnny Mattsson, Sweden, 1962
Located in Stockholm, SE
Striking wooden sculpture by Johnny Mattsson, in an abstract form. Pine on a teak base. The form of the sculpture follows the pine woodgrain in a beautiful way.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Teak, Pine
Lisa Larson for Gustavsberg, Rare Figure, "Johanna", Glazed Ceramics
Located in København, Copenhagen
Lisa Larson for Gustavsberg, Rare figure, "Johanna", glazed ceramics.
20th century.
Marked.
In perfect condition.
Measures: 15.5 x 10.5 cm.
Category
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Mari Simmulson for Upsala Ekeby. Ceramic figurine of a girl with two cats
Located in København, Copenhagen
Mari Simmulson (1911-2000) for Upsala Ekeby.
Ceramic figurine of a girl with two cats.
Model number: 43145/748.
Marked and labeled.
Perfect condition.
Dimensions: H 17.0 cm x D 7.5 cm.
Category
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Lisa Larson for Gustavsberg. "Mei" ceramic figurine from "Children of the World"
Located in København, Copenhagen
Lisa Larson for Gustavsberg.
"Mei" ceramic figurine from "Children of the World" series.
1970s.
In perfect condition.
Marked.
Dimensions: H 10.0 cm x W 6.0 cm.
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Lisa Larson - Unique piece - Figure - Gustavsberg - 1998
Located in MAASTRICHT, LI
Product Description:
On offer is a unique piece by Lisa Larson showing a small child sitting on a dog. Although the piece is made years after Lisa's most ...
Category
1990s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Earthenware, Ceramic
$2,073 Sale Price
24% Off
Beautiful Sculpture by Karl Hultström, Sweden, Early 19th Century
Located in Örebro, SE
Beautiful sculpture by Karl Hultström, Sweden, early 19th century.
Wear and patina consistent with age and use.
Glue residue on cheek and neck, see last 3 pictures.
Engraved on the b...
Category
Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Scandinavian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Plaster
Adorable Mid-Century Ceramic Children by Lisa Larson
By Gustavsberg
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
In wonderful condition. This adorable ceramic set is designed by Lisa Larsen for Gustavsberg, Sweden.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Mari Simmulson for Upsala-Ekeby, Sweden. Rare ceramic figurine of Tahitian woman
Located in København, Copenhagen
Mari Simmulson (1911-2000), for Upsala-Ekeby, Sweden.
Rare ceramic figurine of a half-naked Tahitian woman.
Approximately 1960.
Perfect condition.
Marked.
Dimensions: H 17.0 cm x D 9...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Scandinavian Modern Shell Sculpture by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand, 1930s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Stunning stoneware sculpture by Gunnar Nylund in the shape of a shell. Beautifully executed with close resemblance to a real shell. Muted green glaze with a...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Stoneware
Mari Simmulson for Upsala-Ekeby. Ceramic figurine of Indonesian woman.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Mari Simmulson (1911-2000) for Upsala-Ekeby, Sweden.
Ceramic figurine of Indonesian woman.
In perfect condition.
Signed.
Dimensions: H 38.0 cm x W 12.0 cm.
Category
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Modernist Bronze Sculpture by Nils Fougstedt, Sweden, 1940
Located in Stockholm, SE
Beautiful bronze figurine by Nils Fougstedt, in the form of two young women. The women are reaching out their arms and have their faces turned upwards. Lovely attention to detail, vi...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Scandinavian Modern, Hand Crafted Metal Sculpture of a Bird, Brass and Copper
Located in New York, NY
A Scandinavian Modern, hand crafted metal sculpture of a bird make from brass, copper and iron on a wood base. Designer unknown, circa 1960’s.
Measures: height: 13.5“ width: 11“ ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Brass, Copper, Iron
Karl Erik Iwar for Nittsjö, Boy and Girl, 1960s
Located in København, Copenhagen
Karl Erik Iwar (1920-2006) for Nittsjö. Two figures in hand-painted glazed stoneware. Boy and girl. 1960s.
Largest measures: 10.5 x 7 cm.
In excellent...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Stoneware
Swedish glass book stands by Erik Höglund Boda, Sweden, 1960s
By Boda, Erik Höglund
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Beautiful sculptural book stands designed by Erik Höglund. Produced by Swedish company Boda suring the 1960s.
Made in frosted glass. Signed on bottom.
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Glass
Lisa Larson for Gustavsberg. Stoneware figurine. "Children of the World" series
Located in København, Copenhagen
Lisa Larson for Gustavsberg.
Stoneware figurine from "Children of the World" series.
Boy with a bucket.
In perfect condition.
Marked.
Dimensions: H 12.5 cm x D 9.0 cm.
Category
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Stoneware
"Apple" Vase by Ingeborg Lundin for Orrefors, Classic Scandinavian Modern
Located in Buffalo, NY
A Swedish Mid-Century Modern blown glass "Apple" vase by, Ingeborg Lundin for Orrefors. The "Apple" is one of the icons of Swedish and Scandinavian glass design. Ingeborg Lundin join...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Art Glass
Lisa Larson for Gustavsberg, Figure in Glazed Stoneware, Emil from Lønneberg
Located in København, Copenhagen
Lisa Larson for Gustavsberg. Figure in glazed stoneware.
Emil from Lønneberg. Late 20th century.
Measures: 13.5 x 9 cm.
In excellent condition.
Signed.
Category
Late 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Stoneware
Scandinavian Modern Sculpture Signed by Ulrica Hydman-Vallien
Located in Stockholm, SE
Ulrica Hydman-Vallien can certainly not be accused of being ordinary. Her design has had its own style ever since the beginning of her artistic career. Already when Ulrica was 17 years old she became a student at the College of Arts, Crafts and Design in Stockholm, and went on to further study in the USA and Mexico. This bold and funny sculpture...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Swedish modern plaster statuette of sitting female by Bror Hjorth, 1950s
Located in Hägersten, SE
Sculpture of sitting female model by Bror Hjorth. Made in Sweden during the 1950s. Hand carved from plaster. Signed. Good vintage condition with age related wear and patina.
Artis...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Plaster
Lisa Larson for Gustavsberg. Large rare figurine of a Thai girl ("Thailändska")
Located in København, Copenhagen
Lisa Larson for Gustavsberg, Sweden
Large rare figurine of a Thai girl ("Thailändska") in hand-glazed ceramic.
Late 20th century.
In perfect condition.
Signed.
Dimensions: 28.0 x 19....
Category
Late 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Birgitta Ara, Finnish (1935 - 2009) Three Bronze Sculptures - Faith, Hope & Love
By Birgitta Ara
Located in Hanover, MA
Birgitta Ara, Finnish (1934 - 2009) three bronze sculptures from 1980, edition number 2/12, each signed 'ara 2/12' (4)
Birgitta Majlis Juslin, later Birgitta Ara, born 7 August 1934 in Helsinki. Parents singer and actor Ture Ara and public school teacher Elsie Juslin.
Born in Helsinki in 1934, Ara studied decorative painting at the School of Art and Design from 1952-1955. Later she moved to Paris to model and eventually returned to her art by the 1970's when she exhibited copper sculpture reliefs at the Ecole Nationale Superiere des Arts.
She won numerous awards, including the Prix des Jeunes in an exhibition for women's art at the Museum of Modern Art, and a relief was selected for the Salon d'Automne, the art salon in the Grand Palais. She received the Grand Prix de Sculpture at the International Exhibition for women's art in the National Museum of Modern Art in Paris. She eventually returned to Finland in 1991.
Provenance: Estate of Countess Margareta Douglas
From the Estate of Countess Margareta Douglas, Rivanna Farm, Charlottesville, VA
A 10,000 sq ft estate with multiple royal...
Category
1980s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Skohg Sterling Paintings on Swedish Stones
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Wonderful pair of rare studio craft Scandinavian collectibles.
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Stone
$796 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Lisa Larson for Gustavsberg. Stoneware figurine. "East"
Located in København, Copenhagen
Lisa Larson for Gustavsberg.
Stoneware figurine "Öst" (East) from the series "All världens barn" (Children of the World).
Perfect condition.
Marked.
Dimensions: H 12.5 cm x D 7.5 cm.
Category
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Stoneware
Mari Simmulson for Upsala-Ekeby. Rare ceramic figure of a Tahitian woman.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Mari Simmulson for Upsala-Ekeby.
Rare ceramic figure of a Tahitian woman.
Approx. 1960
Measurements: H 19.0 cm. x D 9.5 cm.
In excellent condition.
Marked.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Bing & Grøndahl Porcelain Figure, Clown, Model Number 2510
Located in København, Copenhagen
Bing & Grøndahl porcelain figure. Clown. Model number 2510.
Measures: 11 x 5.5 cm.
In excellent condition.
Stamped.
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
Scandinavian Modern Ceramic Vase signed by Mari Simmulson for Uppsala Ekeby 1950
Located in Stockholm, SE
Scandinavian Modern ceramic vase signed by Mari Simmulson for Uppsala-Ekeby. Mari Simmulson, (1911-2000) was born In St Petersburg and move...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Stig Lindberg for Gustavsberg. Porcelain sculpture. "The Twins", Parian 2 series
Located in København, Copenhagen
Stig Lindberg for Gustavsberg. Porcelain sculpture.
"The Twins", Parian 2 series.
1977.
In perfect condition.
Marked.
Dimensions: H 24.0 x D 10.0 cm.
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
Bing & Grøndahl Porcelain Figure, Clown, Model Number 2511.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Bing & Grøndahl porcelain figure. Clown. Model number 2511.
Measures: 11.5 x 5.5 cm.
In excellent condition.
Stamped.
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
Sculpture, "De Tu" in parian ware by Stig Lindberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden
Located in Goteborg, SE
Sculpture, "De Tu" ("The two") by Stig Lindberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden. Stig Lindberg made a series of sculptures in Parian ware. This one was made in a limited edition of 1000 copies.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Lisa Larson for Gustavsberg, Rare Figure in Glazed Ceramics, Baby, 1970s
Located in København, Copenhagen
Lisa Larson for Gustavsberg. Rare figure in glazed ceramics. Baby. 1970s.
Measures: 11 x 9 cm.
In excellent condition.
Stamped.
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Lisa Larson for Gustavsberg, Rare Figure in Glazed Ceramics, Boy with Bag
Located in København, Copenhagen
Lisa Larson for Gustavsberg. Rare figure in glazed ceramics. Boy with the bag, 1970s-1980s.
Measures: 19 x 12.5 cm.
In very good condition.
Signed.
Category
Late 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Lisa Larson for Gustavsberg. Rare "Johanna" figurine in glazed ceramics.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Lisa Larson for Gustavsberg. Rare "Johanna" figurine in glazed ceramics.
Late 20th century.
Marked.
In perfect condition.
Dimensions: 15.5 cm x 10.0 cm.
Category
Late 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Stoneware
Lisa Larson for Gustavsberg, Colossal and Rare Sculpture, Two Dromedaries, 1990s
Located in København, Copenhagen
Lisa Larson for Gustavsberg. Colossal and rare sculpture in glazed stoneware.
Two dromedaries. 1990s.
Measures: 42 x 34 cm.
In excellent condition.
Signed.
Category
1990s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
13 Scandinavian Modern Glass Pieces by Swedish Avant Garde Designer Erik Höglund
Located in Stockholm, SE
Scandinavian Modern 13 glass pieces by the Swedish Enfant Terrible Erik Höglund for Boda. Between 7-14 cm diameter. These pieces can be displayed as sculptures in a window or used as...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Art Glass
Scandinavian Teakwood Viking Figurine.
Located in Seattle, WA
Scandinavian mid Century Modern Viking doll Figurine. The patina and age give it Character. Vintage Condition as pictured. Listing is for described item only. Box H8
Dimensions. 5”W...
Category
1970s Vintage Scandinavian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Teak
Eric Demuth, Swedish Sculptor, Bronze Sculpture on Marble Base, Young Couple
Located in København, Copenhagen
Eric Demuth, Swedish sculptor. Bronze sculpture on a marble base. Young couple, 1940s-1950s.
Measures: 22.5 x 13,5 cm.
In very good condition.
Signed.
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Bing & Grøndahl Porcelain Figure, Clown, Model Number 2508
Located in København, Copenhagen
Bing & Grøndahl porcelain figure. Clown. Model number 2508.
Measures: 11 x 5.5 cm.
In excellent condition.
Stamped.
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
Mari Simmulson, large handmade ceramic sculpture of a woman. 1960s
Located in København, Copenhagen
Mari Simmulson, unique large handmade ceramic sculpture of a woman.
Deep red glaze.
From the 1960s.
In perfect condition.
Signed.
Dimensions: H 29.5 cm x D 9.7 cm.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Lisa Larson Sweden. Rare figure - Birk from Ronja Røverdatter by Astrid Lindgren
Located in København, Copenhagen
Lisa Larson, Sweden, rare figure (Birk) from Ronja Røverdatter by Astrid Lindgren.
Late 1900s.
Perfect condition.
Signed.
Dimensions: L 14 x D 7.5 cm.
Category
Late 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Mari Simmulson for Upsala-Ekeby, Rare Ceramic Figure of a Tahitian Woman
Located in København, Copenhagen
Mari Simmulson for Upsala-Ekeby. Rare ceramic figure of a semi-naked Tahitian woman.
Approx. 1960
Measurements: H 19 cm. x D 9.5 cm.
In excellent co...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Scandinavian Ceramist, Sculpture in Black Glazed Ceramics, Woman Carrying Basket
Located in København, Copenhagen
Scandinavian ceramist. Sculpture in black glazed ceramics. A woman carrying basket, 1960s.
Measures: 30 x 12 cm.
In very good condition.
...
Category
1960s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Danish Bronze Sculptor, a Pair of Patinated Bronze Figures, Naked Women
Located in København, Copenhagen
Danish bronze sculptor. A pair of patinated bronze figures. Naked women, mid-20th century.
In very good condition.
Measures: 7.5 x 7.5 cm.
...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Very Rare Lisa Larson Unique Figure of Sitting Woman in Blue with Golden Rooster
Located in København, Copenhagen
Very rare Lisa Larson unique figure of sitting woman in blue with golden rooster.
Signed.
Measures: 21 x 10 cm.
In perfect condition.
Category
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Figurative Sculptures
$1,440 Sale Price
20% Off
Boy on Dolphin Figurine from Bing & Grøndahl, 1950
Located in Chorzów, PL
This exquisite Boy on Dolphin figurine was produced by the renowned Danish porcelain manufacturer Bing & Grøndahl in 1950. Crafted in fine porcelain,...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
$281 Sale Price
20% Off
Anders Jönsson Sculpture 'Boy with Apple' by Erik Pettersson Fud, in Sweden
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Sculpture ‘Boy with apple’ by Anders Jönsson. Founded mark Erik Pettersson fud. In Sweden.
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Mid-20th Century Modern Danish Porcelain Sculpture of Boy by Bing & Grøndahl
Located in North Miami, FL
Mid-20th century scandinavian modern glazed porcelain sculpture of a boy sitting on a rock by danish company Bing & Grøndahl
By: Bing & Grøndahl
Material: porcelain, paint, ceramic
...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain, Paint, Ceramic
Scandinavian Modern figurative sculptures for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Scandinavian Modern figurative sculptures 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 figurative sculptures created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass, folk art and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with ceramic, wood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Scandinavian Modern figurative sculptures 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 figurative sculptures, popular names associated with this style include Bing & Grøndahl, Gustavsberg, Erik Höglund, and Royal Copenhagen. 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 figurative sculptures differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $95 and tops out at $37,936 while the average work can sell for $832.
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