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Scandinavian Modern 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 

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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Style: Scandinavian Modern
Oiva Toikka Art Glass Dove Sculpture by Iittala, 1980s Scandinavian
Oiva Toikka Art Glass Dove Sculpture by Iittala, 1980s Scandinavian

Oiva Toikka Art Glass Dove Sculpture by Iittala, 1980s Scandinavian

By Oiva Toikka, Iittala

Located in Valencia, VC

Oiva Toikka for Iittala Scandinavian Modern Art Glass Dove Sculpture, Finland, 1980s A very beautiful Scandinavian Modern clear art glass dove sculpture with mottled white glass app...

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1980s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sculptures

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass

Set of Two Hand-Carved Dala Horses - Swedish Folk Art Decor
Set of Two Hand-Carved Dala Horses - Swedish Folk Art Decor

Set of Two Hand-Carved Dala Horses - Swedish Folk Art Decor

Located in Hannover, DE

This lovely pair of horses is a perfect example of classic Swedish craftsmanship. The beautiful Nordic colors will take your breath away, just like the vivid shades you've seen in th...

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1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sculptures

Materials

Wood, Paint

Erik Nielsen for Royal Copenhagen Porcelain Sleeping Tabby Cat
Erik Nielsen for Royal Copenhagen Porcelain Sleeping Tabby Cat

Erik Nielsen for Royal Copenhagen Porcelain Sleeping Tabby Cat

By Royal Copenhagen, Erik Nielsen

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Charming vintage sculpture of a sleeping grey and white tabby cat was designed by Erik Nielsen for Royal Copenhagen. Highly detailed porcelain figurine was hand-decorated with extra ...

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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Decorative Wooden Sculpture "Love" by Ole Wettergren, Denmark, 2000s
Decorative Wooden Sculpture "Love" by Ole Wettergren, Denmark, 2000s

Decorative Wooden Sculpture "Love" by Ole Wettergren, Denmark, 2000s

By Ole Wettergren

Located in Odense, DK

A refined wooden sculpture by Danish artist Ole Wettergren, created in the 2000s. Titled "Love", this intimate work captures the essence of connection and emotion through a pure and ...

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Early 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Large Scandinavian Rattan Hanging Monkey, 1960s
Large Scandinavian Rattan Hanging Monkey, 1960s

Large Scandinavian Rattan Hanging Monkey, 1960s

Located in Nürnberg, Bayern

Very rare rattan bull head, wicker wall decoration dates to the 1960s-1970s The proportions are perfect, very decorative. We still have a dark lacqu...

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1960s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sculptures

Materials

Metal

Black Loon Porcelain Figure by Tapio Wirkkala for Rosenthal, 1970s
Black Loon Porcelain Figure by Tapio Wirkkala for Rosenthal, 1970s

Black Loon Porcelain Figure by Tapio Wirkkala for Rosenthal, 1970s

By Tapio Wirkkala

Located in Stockholm, SE

Black Loon Porcelain Figure by Tapio Wirkkala for Rosenthal, 1970s. Wirkkala, the Finnish designer and artist, created an iconic figure of a loon for the German porcelain company Ros...

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1970s German Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Bunch of Blue Grapes, Ceramics by Hans Hedberg, Biot, France
Bunch of Blue Grapes, Ceramics by Hans Hedberg, Biot, France

Bunch of Blue Grapes, Ceramics by Hans Hedberg, Biot, France

By Hans Hedberg

Located in Stockholm, SE

A Large bunch of grapes designed by Hans Hedberg (1917-2007) Swedish ceramist who had his studio in Biot, near nice in France. The grapes comes with a stand in acrylic glass that is ...

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1980s French Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Erik Höglund for Boda, Amber Figural Art Glass Decanter, Sweden, 1950s
Erik Höglund for Boda, Amber Figural Art Glass Decanter, Sweden, 1950s

Erik Höglund for Boda, Amber Figural Art Glass Decanter, Sweden, 1950s

By Erik Höglund, Boda

Located in Stockholm, SE

A rare and highly sculptural amber glass decanter designed by Erik Höglund for Boda Glasbruk in the 1950s, exemplifying the designer’s iconic fusion of primitive expression and Scand...

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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sculptures

Materials

Art Glass

Art Glass Eider Sea Duck / Bird Sculpture by Oiva Toikka / Nuutajarvi of Finland
Art Glass Eider Sea Duck / Bird Sculpture by Oiva Toikka / Nuutajarvi of Finland

Art Glass Eider Sea Duck / Bird Sculpture by Oiva Toikka / Nuutajarvi of Finland

By Nuutajärvi Notsjõ, Oiva Toikka

Located in San Diego, CA

Gorgeous art glass Eider sea duck / bird sculpture by Oiva Toikka / Nuutajarvi of Finland, with original box, circa late 1980s. The sculpture is mouth blown and is in great vintage c...

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Late 20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Sculptures

Materials

Art Glass

Modernist Pine Rooster Sculpture from Finland by Kaija Aarikka
Modernist Pine Rooster Sculpture from Finland by Kaija Aarikka

Modernist Pine Rooster Sculpture from Finland by Kaija Aarikka

By Kaija Aarikka

Located in Stockholm, SE

Charming 1970s Modernist Rooster Sculpture by Kaija Aarikka, handcrafted in Finland for Aarikka. This piece embodies the playful elegance and clean lines that define Aarikka's signat...

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1970s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sculptures

Materials

Pine, Yarn

Large Sculpture by Erik Höglund Carved and Painted Pinewood, Sweden, 1950s
Large Sculpture by Erik Höglund Carved and Painted Pinewood, Sweden, 1950s

Large Sculpture by Erik Höglund Carved and Painted Pinewood, Sweden, 1950s

By Erik Höglund

Located in Odense, DK

A powerful and expressive large-scale sculpture by Erik Höglund (1932-98), one of Sweden’s most influential postwar artists. Hand-carved from solid pinewood and boldly painted, this ...

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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sculptures

Materials

Pine

Bronze and Brass Bonnie Contemporary Large Sconce. Handmade in Sweden
Bronze and Brass Bonnie Contemporary Large Sconce. Handmade in Sweden

Bronze and Brass Bonnie Contemporary Large Sconce. Handmade in Sweden

By Ovature Studios

Located in Torslanda, SE

by Matthew Holleman, 2023 Standard size, 37" L, 33" H 95cm L, 85cm H Brass, Nickel and Bronze options available. This piece is handmade from our Swedish workshop and fully customi...

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2010s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Sculptures

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Knud Kyhn for Royal Copenhagen Porcelain Baby Bear Figurine, Scandinavian Modern
Knud Kyhn for Royal Copenhagen Porcelain Baby Bear Figurine, Scandinavian Modern

Knud Kyhn for Royal Copenhagen Porcelain Baby Bear Figurine, Scandinavian Modern

By Royal Copenhagen, Knud Kyhn

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Porcelain playing baby bear was designed by Knud Kyhn for Royal Copenhagen as a part of the series created in 1940s-1950s. The small bear modeled lying on its back huddled up with i...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain, Stoneware, Ceramic

Anne Boysen 'Moonsetter' Light Sculpture and Floor Lamp for Louis Poulsen
Anne Boysen 'Moonsetter' Light Sculpture and Floor Lamp for Louis Poulsen

Anne Boysen 'Moonsetter' Light Sculpture and Floor Lamp for Louis Poulsen

By Anne Boysen

Located in Tilburg, NL

Anne Boysen 'Moonsetter' light sculpture and floor lamp for Louis Poulsen. New, current limited production in series of 100. The sculptural floor lamp in chrome-plated aluminium has a rotating disc that allows customisation of the reflection of the glare-free light emitted by the LED light source elegantly submerged in the frame. The disc rotates 360° around its own axis and is white on one side and reflective on the other. Tilted towards the white side, the light becomes soft and diffuse, whereas the opposite chrome side reflects the light panel directly for a completely different expression. The light is directed according to the position of the disc. The surroundings are mirrored in the frame...

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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Sculptures

Materials

Aluminum

Oiva Toikka for Iittala Danish Modern Glass Barnacle Goose Sculpture
Oiva Toikka for Iittala Danish Modern Glass Barnacle Goose Sculpture

Oiva Toikka for Iittala Danish Modern Glass Barnacle Goose Sculpture

By Iittala, Oiva Toikka

Located in Atlanta, GA

Danish Modern Oiva Toikka for Iittala Glass Barnacle Goose "Valkoposkihanhi" Sculpture, Finland, circa 2000s. Signed and numbered on the underside, 341/2000.

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Early 2000s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Sculptures

Materials

Glass

Lillemor Mannerheim Klingspor, Panda WWF, Arabia, 1980
Lillemor Mannerheim Klingspor, Panda WWF, Arabia, 1980

Lillemor Mannerheim Klingspor, Panda WWF, Arabia, 1980

By Lillemor Mannerheim, Arabia

Located in MAASTRICHT, LI

Product Description:  This panda designed by Lillemor Mannerheim was made for WWF and part of the sales of the items was donated to this organisation. Mannerheim, being a member of ...

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1980s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sculptures

Materials

Faience, Ceramic, Porcelain

Kay Bojesen Jointed Monkey Toy Danish Modern Teak
Kay Bojesen Jointed Monkey Toy Danish Modern Teak

Kay Bojesen Jointed Monkey Toy Danish Modern Teak

By Kay Bojesen

Located in San Diego, CA

Kay Bojesen articulating and jointed teak monkey. Bought from the original owner who had it in the early 1960s. Nice color and patina the cords are loosely sold AS/IS.

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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sculptures

Materials

Teak

Vintage Signed Largest Teak Articulated Monkey by Kay Bojesen, Denmark ca. 1952
Vintage Signed Largest Teak Articulated Monkey by Kay Bojesen, Denmark ca. 1952

Vintage Signed Largest Teak Articulated Monkey by Kay Bojesen, Denmark ca. 1952

By Kay Bojesen

Located in Geneva, CH

Rare Iconic vintage largest articulated monkey designed by Kay Bojesen, Denmark, 1952. Teak and limba. Articulated joints, head, arms, legs. Can be hung by hands and feet on a shelf ...

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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sculptures

Materials

Teak

Danish Teak Sculpture Lovers Embraced Dancing Simon Randers, Denmark, Midcentury
Danish Teak Sculpture Lovers Embraced Dancing Simon Randers, Denmark, Midcentury

Danish Teak Sculpture Lovers Embraced Dancing Simon Randers, Denmark, Midcentury

By Simon Randers

Located in Hyattsville, MD

Simon Randers for Randers Mobelfabrik. Danish "Lovers" sculpture. This abstract sculpture is made of solid old growth teak and displays excellent craftsmanship. Burnished makers mark...

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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sculptures

Materials

Teak

Bronze sculpture "Kosmiskt Rum" by Bengt Amundin Sweden 1955
Bronze sculpture "Kosmiskt Rum" by Bengt Amundin Sweden 1955

Bronze sculpture "Kosmiskt Rum" by Bengt Amundin Sweden 1955

Located in Hägersten, SE

Sculpture titled "Kosmiskt rum" by Swedish artist Bengt Amundin. Made from patinated bronze standing on a base of solid teak. Made in 1955 and signed with artist initial B.A and 19/...

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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Audiomus Female -Design Glass Ball speaker with built-In subwoofer and amplifier
Audiomus Female -Design Glass Ball speaker with built-In subwoofer and amplifier

Audiomus Female -Design Glass Ball speaker with built-In subwoofer and amplifier

Located in Copenhagen, DK

BORN IN THE FUTURE. TUNED BY THE PAST. Audiomus is more than a speaker it’s a sculptural audio experience. Combining the precision of high-end speaker engineering with the soul of c...

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2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sculptures

Materials

Concrete, Chrome

Bronze sculpture "Prehistoric bird" by Bengt Amundin, Sweden 1957
Bronze sculpture "Prehistoric bird" by Bengt Amundin, Sweden 1957

Bronze sculpture "Prehistoric bird" by Bengt Amundin, Sweden 1957

Located in Hägersten, SE

Sculpture titled "Prehistoric bird" by Swedish artist Bengt Amundin. Made from patinated bronze standing on a base of smoked oak. Made in 1957 and signed with artist signature and ye...

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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Sven Wejsfelt for Gustavsberg. Unique "Stim" fish in glazed ceramics.
Sven Wejsfelt for Gustavsberg. Unique "Stim" fish in glazed ceramics.

Sven Wejsfelt for Gustavsberg. Unique "Stim" fish in glazed ceramics.

Located in København, Copenhagen

Sven Wejsfelt (1930-2009) for Gustavsberg. Unique "Stim" fish in glazed ceramics. 1980s. In excellent condition. Label. Dimensions: L 17.0 cm x H 8.0 cm.

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1980s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Danish Modern Glazed Stoneware Koi Fish by Aage Würtz, 1970s
Danish Modern Glazed Stoneware Koi Fish by Aage Würtz, 1970s

Danish Modern Glazed Stoneware Koi Fish by Aage Würtz, 1970s

Located in Esbjerg, DK

In Japanese culture the Koi fish symbolizes courage, perseverance, bravery and love simultaneously. This emblematic stoneware sculpture however was made in Denmark by Aage Würtz circ...

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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sculptures

Materials

Stoneware

Danish Modern Glazed Ceramic Fish Money Bank by Richard Manz - Knabstrup, 1970s
Danish Modern Glazed Ceramic Fish Money Bank by Richard Manz - Knabstrup, 1970s

Danish Modern Glazed Ceramic Fish Money Bank by Richard Manz - Knabstrup, 1970s

By Richard Manz

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Sculptural money bank I the shape of a fish. Blue/purple main glazes with hand-applied magenta, ble and light-blue splashes. It is called Marina and was designed by Richard Manz and ...

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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Large Bronze Sculpture by James Coignard
Large Bronze Sculpture by James Coignard

Large Bronze Sculpture by James Coignard

Located in Long Island City, NY

James Coignard ( France 1925-2008) sculpture, bronze and cast iron. Limited edition of 8. Signed J. Coignard and numbered 1/8. Untitled. Foundry mark Guyot. Bronze, gold patina, c...

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Late 20th Century French Scandinavian Modern Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Dansk Modernist Bear Animal Figure Paperweight Silver Plated by Gunnar Cyren
Dansk Modernist Bear Animal Figure Paperweight Silver Plated by Gunnar Cyren

Dansk Modernist Bear Animal Figure Paperweight Silver Plated by Gunnar Cyren

By Gunnar Cyren

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

DANSK Modernist Bear Animal Figure Paperweight Silver Plated by Gunnar Cyren. Vintage Dansk Modernist Bear Animal Figure Paperweight Silver Plated designed by Gunnar Cyren for Dansk designed in circa 1970s. Wonderful modernist silver plated bear...

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Late 20th Century Japanese Scandinavian Modern Sculptures

Materials

Silver Plate

American Mid-Century Modern Solid Walnut Madona Wood Sculpture
American Mid-Century Modern Solid Walnut Madona Wood Sculpture

American Mid-Century Modern Solid Walnut Madona Wood Sculpture

By Erich Bolinger

Located in San Diego, CA

A beautiful modernist hand-carved solid walnut Madona virgin sculpture, circa 1960's great condition.

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20th Century American Scandinavian Modern Sculptures

Materials

Walnut

Mid-Century Swedish Modern Glass Sculpture Kosta Boda Paul Hoff Birds in Flight
Mid-Century Swedish Modern Glass Sculpture Kosta Boda Paul Hoff Birds in Flight

Mid-Century Swedish Modern Glass Sculpture Kosta Boda Paul Hoff Birds in Flight

By Paul Hoff, Kosta Boda

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Fantastic simple yet elegant design with a chipped glass sculpture by artist Paul Hoff for Kosta Boda C 1975. Three birds in flight etched two sides, one on the flat smooth side two ...

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1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sculptures

Materials

Glass

Large Wooden Sculpture "Joy" by Ole Wettergren, Danish Modern, 1980s
Large Wooden Sculpture "Joy" by Ole Wettergren, Danish Modern, 1980s

Large Wooden Sculpture "Joy" by Ole Wettergren, Danish Modern, 1980s

By Ole Wettergren

Located in Odense, DK

A large wooden sculpture by Danish artist Ole Wettergren, created in the 1980s. Joy reflects Wettergren’s characteristic precision in sculptural form and his dedication to the natura...

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Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Scandinavian Abstract Modernism Iron Sculpture by Erik Aalykke, Denmark, 1960s
Scandinavian Abstract Modernism Iron Sculpture by Erik Aalykke, Denmark, 1960s

Scandinavian Abstract Modernism Iron Sculpture by Erik Aalykke, Denmark, 1960s

Located in Odense, DK

Unique sculpture handmade by Danish artist Erik Aalykke in his own studio in the 1960s. The piece is made from acid treated iron with a beautiful patina. Erik Aalykke (1923-83) used...

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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Art Glass Bird ‘Willow Grouse’ by Oiva Toikka for Nuutajärvi, Finland, 1980s
Art Glass Bird ‘Willow Grouse’ by Oiva Toikka for Nuutajärvi, Finland, 1980s

Art Glass Bird ‘Willow Grouse’ by Oiva Toikka for Nuutajärvi, Finland, 1980s

By Oiva Toikka, Nuutajärvi Notsjõ

Located in Karis, Nyland

Hand-blown glass bird from Oiva Toikka’s celebrated Birds by Toikka collection for Nuutajärvi. The model Riekko - Finnish for willow grouse - was created with softly speckled beige a...

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1980s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sculptures

Materials

Art Glass

Just Andersen Art Deco Bronze Nude Female Sculpture, Denmark, 1940s
Just Andersen Art Deco Bronze Nude Female Sculpture, Denmark, 1940s

Just Andersen Art Deco Bronze Nude Female Sculpture, Denmark, 1940s

By Just Andersen

Located in Stockholm, SE

Elegant and refined, this sculptural figure by Danish designer Just Andersen embodies the timeless sophistication of the Art Deco period. The work depicts a nude female figure leanin...

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1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Sculpture Ceramic Fish - Gunnar Nylund - Rörstrand
Sculpture Ceramic Fish - Gunnar Nylund - Rörstrand

Sculpture Ceramic Fish - Gunnar Nylund - Rörstrand

By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand

Located in Stockholm, SE

A lovely fish sculpture in ceramic designed by Gunnar Nylund at Rörstrand. It is 16.5 cm (6.6") high. It is in excellent condition except from some minor chips on the fish mouth. G...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sculptures

Materials

Stoneware

Ceramic Figurine of Tahitian Woman by Mari Simmulson for Upsala-Ekeby, 1960s
Ceramic Figurine of Tahitian Woman by Mari Simmulson for Upsala-Ekeby, 1960s

Ceramic Figurine of Tahitian Woman by Mari Simmulson for Upsala-Ekeby, 1960s

By Upsala Ekeby, Mari Simmulson, Elsi Bourelius

Located in Bochum, NRW

Ceramic Figurine, Upsala-Ekeby, Sweden, ca. 1960 This sculptural work by Mari Simmulson in Glazed ceramic captures a seated Tahitian woman in a moment of quiet poise. Executed in gl...

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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sculptures

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Ceramic

Terracotta Sculpture by David Wretling, Sweden, 1967
Terracotta Sculpture by David Wretling, Sweden, 1967

Terracotta Sculpture by David Wretling, Sweden, 1967

By David Wretling

Located in Hägersten, SE

Sculpture by Swedish artist David Wretling. Executed in Sweden 1967. Made by hand in terracotta clay. Signed with full name and signature. Very good condition with light age related ...

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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sculptures

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Terracotta

Wooden Sculpture "Den eftertænksomme" by Ole Wettergren, Denmark, 1980s
Wooden Sculpture "Den eftertænksomme" by Ole Wettergren, Denmark, 1980s

Wooden Sculpture "Den eftertænksomme" by Ole Wettergren, Denmark, 1980s

By Ole Wettergren

Located in Odense, DK

A wooden sculpture by Danish artist Ole Wettergren, created in the 1980s. Titled "Den eftertænksomme" (“The Thoughtful”), this work embodies introspection and stillness, expressed th...

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Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Scandinavian Modern Sculpture, Erik Höglund, Most Likely Unique, ca 1960s
Scandinavian Modern Sculpture, Erik Höglund, Most Likely Unique, ca 1960s

Scandinavian Modern Sculpture, Erik Höglund, Most Likely Unique, ca 1960s

By Erik Höglund

Located in Örebro, SE

Amazing Scandinavian Modern sculpture by Erik Höglund, ca 1960s. This sculpture is most likely unique. Not signed. Good vintage condition, wear and patina consistent with age and u...

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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sculptures

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Concrete, Steel

Unique Driftwood Floor Toteme Sculpture in a Wabi Sabi & Brutalist Style
Unique Driftwood Floor Toteme Sculpture in a Wabi Sabi & Brutalist Style

Unique Driftwood Floor Toteme Sculpture in a Wabi Sabi & Brutalist Style

Located in Stockholm, SE

Rare decorative driftwood toteme sculpture in a wabi sabi and brutalist style with a black stained foot. In good condition. Dimensions: H: 140 cm / 55" W: 25 cm / 9.85" D: 20 cm / ...

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1990s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sculptures

Materials

Driftwood

Kristian Solmer Vedel Family of Oak Birds, circa 2006
Kristian Solmer Vedel Family of Oak Birds, circa 2006

Kristian Solmer Vedel Family of Oak Birds, circa 2006

By Kristian Solmer Vedel

Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA

Kristian Solmer Vedel Family of Oak Birds, circa 2006. Measures: Large: 4.88" Deep x 4" Wide x 4" Tall Medium: 4.38" Deep x 2.75" Wide x 4.75" Tall S...

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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Sculptures

Materials

Oak

Large Wooden Sculpture "Female" by Ole Wettergren, Danish Modern, 1970s
Large Wooden Sculpture "Female" by Ole Wettergren, Danish Modern, 1970s

Large Wooden Sculpture "Female" by Ole Wettergren, Danish Modern, 1970s

By Ole Wettergren

Located in Odense, DK

A beautiful wooden sculpture by Danish artist Ole Wettergren, created in the 1970s. Titled "Female", this work embodies the artist’s ability to translate organic material into sculpt...

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Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Scandinavian Modern zigzag patterned Earthenware Hedgehog, 1960s
Scandinavian Modern zigzag patterned Earthenware Hedgehog, 1960s

Scandinavian Modern zigzag patterned Earthenware Hedgehog, 1960s

By Rörstrand

Located in Grythyttan, SE

This Scandinavian Modern earthenware hedgehog from the 1960s exudes charm with its glazed zigzag pattern on beige fur. The unglazed brown face adds a distinctive touch to its feature...

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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sculptures

Materials

Earthenware

Modernist wood sculpture by unknown Swedish sculptor. Made in 1962
Modernist wood sculpture by unknown Swedish sculptor. Made in 1962

Modernist wood sculpture by unknown Swedish sculptor. Made in 1962

Located in Hägersten, SE

Modernist sculpture by unknown Swedish sculptor. Made in 1962 and signed with the artist name boholm and year -62. Hand carved from wood with a dark stained finish. Good vintage cond...

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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sculptures

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Pine

Set of Four Hand-Signed Stoneware Birds by Bengt Wall, Sweden, 1970s
Set of Four Hand-Signed Stoneware Birds by Bengt Wall, Sweden, 1970s

Set of Four Hand-Signed Stoneware Birds by Bengt Wall, Sweden, 1970s

Located in Karis, Nyland

A set of four handmade stoneware birds by Swedish ceramicist Bengt Wall, crafted in his Trosa studio in the 1970s. Each unique and hand-signed, the figures combine Nordic folk charm ...

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1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sculptures

Materials

Stoneware

Kay Bojesen, Vintage Early Large Monkey, teak and limba wood, stamped, 1950s
Kay Bojesen, Vintage Early Large Monkey, teak and limba wood, stamped, 1950s

Kay Bojesen, Vintage Early Large Monkey, teak and limba wood, stamped, 1950s

By Kay Bojesen

Located in Wargrave, Berkshire

This is a vintage early example of the largest production monkey, designed by Kay Bojesen in 1951. Constructed from teak and limba wood, the joints are articulated allowing the monk...

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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sculptures

Materials

Teak

Sculpture, "De Tu" in parian ware by Stig Lindberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden
Sculpture, "De Tu" in parian ware by Stig Lindberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden

Sculpture, "De Tu" in parian ware by Stig Lindberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden

By Stig Lindberg, Gustavsberg

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.   

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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Scandinavian Modern sculptures for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Scandinavian Modern 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 sculptures created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass, more furniture and collectibles and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, ceramic and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Scandinavian Modern 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 sculptures, popular names associated with this style include Knud Kyhn, Royal Copenhagen, Kay Bojesen, and Arne Tjomsland. 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 sculptures differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $135 and tops out at $25,000 while the average work can sell for $1,941.