Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
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
Jacob Hermann Bird Sculpture Teak Brass Denmark 1950s Danish Design
By Jacob Herman
Located in Basel, BS
Rare bird sculpture by Danish designer and maker Jacob Hermann, hand crafted in Denmark in the 1950s.
The legs are made of brass, marked underneath with the creators stamp and „Denm...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
Isak Isaksson Blue Ceramic Vase Crystalline Contemporary Artist
Located in Stockholm, SE
A multicolored vase with a stunning crystalline glaze designed by Isak Isaksson in Sweden. The vase is 17.5 cm (7") high and about 11 cm (4.4") in diameter and it is in excellent con...
Category
2010s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Gunnar Ander for Ystad Metall Two-armed Brass Candle Holder 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Gunnar Ander for Ystad Metall, Sweden.
A two-armed candle holder in brass shaped like flowers.
From the 1950s.
Marked.
In excellent condition.
fits 0.45” diameter candles
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
Gefle, Vase, Ceramic, Sweden, 1930s
By Gefle
Located in High Point, NC
A green-glazed incised ceramic vase produced by Gefle, Sweden, c. 1930s.
Wear consistent with age and use
Overall Dimensions (inches): 8.75" Height x 5.75" Diameter
All items ship...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Upsala Ekeby, Dish, Earthenware, Sweden, 1930s
By Upsala Ekeby
Located in High Point, NC
A cream-white and green-lacquered earthenware dish designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1930s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 4.25" Height x 8.125" Diameter
All items ship from High P...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Earthenware
Stunning Art Deco Vase by Vicke Lindstrand. Upsala-Ekeby, Sweden, 1940s.
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful and rare Art Deco / Swedish Grace earthenware vase with amazing decor depicting two female nude figures, each seated and with one arm resting on a knee.
Made by Vicke Li...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Earthenware, Ceramic
Stunning White 'Carrara' Vase by Wilhelm Kåge for Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1930s
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful and rare Art Deco / Swedish Grace stoneware vase with 'Carrara' glaze.
Made by Wilhelm Kåge at Gustavsberg in Sweden, 1930s.
Excellent original condition. No chips, cra...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Kaj Franck / KF2 HORS D'OEUVRE DISH(BROWN) / Arabia Finland
Located in Shibuya-Ku, JP
KF2 was designed in 1957 and manufactured from 1958 to 1962.
A geometric-shaped appetiser dish. One of Kai Franck's masterpieces, combining structural beauty with functional elegance...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Tapio Wirkkala Stainless Steel Puukko Knife with Leather Sheath Hackman Finland
Located in London, GB
Tapio Wirkkala Puukko Knife by Hackman Finnish Design
This vintage Puukko knife, designed by renowned Finnish designer Tapio Wirkkala and produc...
Category
1960s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass, Stainless Steel
Set of Two Vintage "Paper Bag" Vases by Tapio Wirkkala for Rosenthal - 1970's
Located in Camblanes et Meynac, FR
Set of Two Vintage Beige/Brown "Paper Bag" Vases by Tapio Wirkkala for Rosenthal
pair of vintage "Paper Bag" vases designed by Tapio Wirkkala for Rosenthal. These exceptional pieces...
Category
1970s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Porcelain
Italian Mid Century Wooden Box in Pine by Mario Ceroli for Poltronova, 1970s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Very rare Italian mid century wooden and decorative case box designed by Mario Ceroli from the "Mobili della Valle" series produced by Poltronova Italy, 1977. This small box is a uni...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Pine
Danish Modern Sculptural Candleholders in Brass, 1970s, Set of 3
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Sculptural organically shaped candlesticks in solid brass. They have an almost fluid shape. Unknown Danish maker circa 1960s-70s in a style reminiscent of Pierre Forsell, Henning Kop...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
Brown Stoneware Vase by Swedish Ceramist Claes Thell, 1977
By Claes Thell
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful stoneware vase with amazing glaze.
Made by Claes Thell, in the artist's studio, Höganäs, Sweden, 1977.
Great condition. Signed Thell '77.
Claes Thell is a Swedish cera...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
1970s Gunnar Cyrén for Dansk Silver Plate Elephant Figurine Paperweight
By Gunnar Cyren
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Dansk Mid-Century Silver Plate Animal Elephant Figurine Paperweight.
Vintage Dansk silver plate elephant figurine paper weight.
Marked Dansk Designs Japan.
Dimensions: 1.75ʺW × 2.25ʺ...
Category
Late 20th Century Japanese Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Silver Plate
Large Blue Ceramic Bowl - Carl-Harry Stålhane - Rörstrand - 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
A large blue ceramic bowl from Rörstrand, Sweden, designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane in the 1950s. The bowl is in excellent condition except from ...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Pair of Illums Bolighus Candelabras Brass Serpentine Candle Holder Denmark 1950s
Located in Basel, BS
Pair of Illums Bolighus serpentine candelabras in solid brass, made in Denmark in the 1950s.
Both are in very good condition with a beautiful subtle patina.
For candles with a diam...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
Vintage Children’s Rocking Sheep by Povl Kjer in solid pine & Gotland sheepskin
By Povl Kjær
Located in Krefeld, DE
Very nice vintage rocking sheep designed by Povl Kjer. Made in solid pine and Gotland sheepskin.
Beautiful patina. We offer free international shipping.
Category
1980s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Pine, Sheepskin
$907 Sale Price
20% Off
Bjørn Wiinblad. ‘Autumn’ from the series ‘The Four Seasons’, ceramic figurine.
Located in København, Copenhagen
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Category
1980s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Erik Nielsen for Royal Copenhagen Porcelain Sleeping Tabby Cat
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 ...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Porcelain
Brass Candlestick 'Vanskapsknuten' by Josef Frank for Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, 1938
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful brass candle holder with amazing patina.
Designed by Josef Frank in 1938 and made by Firma Svenskt Tenn, Stockholm, Sweden.
Excellent condition.
Architect and designe...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
Isak Isaksson Lovely Red Ceramic Vase - Crystalline Glaze - Contemporary Artist
Located in Stockholm, SE
A red vase with a crystalline glaze designed by Isak Isaksson in Sweden. The vase is 18.5 cm (7.4") high and about 11 cm (4.4") in diameter and it is in excellent condition. This is ...
Category
2010s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Pierre Forssell Brass Candleholders Made by hand in Skultuna Sweden. Brancusi
Located in Forest, BE
This series of candleholders was hand crafted in the 1970's at the Skultuna factory next to the studio were Pierre Forssell was working with he's assistant. The candleholder is made ...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
Erik Höglund / PEOPLE BOTTLE(GREY CARBORUNDUM) H875 / Boda Glasbruk / 1950s
By Erik Höglund
Located in Shibuya-Ku, JP
Launched in 1956, this series uses tiny granules of carborundum (silicon carbide) instead of the potato or sawdust that had previously been used to create bubbles.
Carborundum is a ...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Blown Glass
Unique Piece Isak Isaksson Ceramic Vase Blue Crystalline Glaze
Located in Bochum, NRW
Isak Isaksson Ceramic Vase with Crystalline Glaze, Sweden 1980s.
Unique piece, stoneware vase with blue crystalline glaze.
Flowers and branches cut on the neckin in a sophisticated ...
Category
1980s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Stoneware
Green Stoneware Bowl by Berndt Friberg for Gustavsberg Studio, Sweden, 1965
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful stoneware bowl with amazing green glaze.
Made by master thrower Berndt Friberg, in the artist's studio at Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1965.
Great condition.
Incised signature ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
A vase by Svenkst Tenn
By Svenskt Tenn
Located in Long Island City, NY
A vintage vase produced by Svenkst Tenn. Sweden Circa 1940s.
Pewter and brass. Marked " Modern Metallkunst Svenkst Tenn".
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Pewter
$1,900
Large Lilac Kosta Boda Art Glass Vase by Kjell Engman, 1980s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Large sculptural light purple Sommerso style art glass vase by Swedish artist Kjell Engman for Kosta Boda. From the 1980s Swing series. Signed by the artist and numbered under base. ...
Category
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Glass, Art Glass
Bronze Sculpture - Green Jumping Frog
Located in Stockholm, SE
A lovely green bronze sculpture in shape of a jumping frog. The frog is 26 cm (10.4") tall and in excellent condition. Marked A.P.G below.
Category
2010s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
Blue Stoneware Bowl by Berndt Friberg for Gustavsberg Studio, Sweden, 1960s
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful stoneware bowl with amazing 'aniara' glaze.
Made by master thrower Berndt Friberg, in the artist's studio at Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1960s.
Great condition.
Incised signat...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Porcelain Compote By Bing and Grondahl
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful Danish porcelain compote by Copenhagen Porcelain maker, Bing and Grøndahl, circa early to mid-20th century, Denmark. A porcelain compote or tazza which showcases the comp...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Gold
Mid-century modern handblown Scandinavian bright red sommerso art glass vase
By Bodafors
Located in Skarpnäck, SE
An amazing handblown vintage handblown bright red sommerso signed glass vase, made and signed by Ernst Gordon for Åfors, Sweden. The vase has a fantastic teardrop shape, yet it is th...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Art Glass, Sommerso
Bronze Jewelry boxes by Just Andersen
Located in Long Island City, NY
A patinated bronze jewelry box by Just Andersen. Denmark, Circa 1930th.
Stamped and numbered. Excellent vintage condition.
Category
1930s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
Mid-Century Collection of Five Rare Red Vases by Erik Hoglund, Sweden, 1960s
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
Collection of five rare red glass vases / vessels designed by Erik Höglund. Hand blown at Boda glass hut during the 1960s. They are all different sizes and shapes in very good to exc...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Art Glass
Orange, White, and Clear Art Glass Vase in Scandinavian Modern Style
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Striking sculptural vase is decorated with swirling lines of white and transparent orange fused glass, circling the bowl upwards towards the rim and guiding the eye along the curves ...
Category
Late 20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Glass, Art Glass
$196 Sale Price
20% Off
Bronze Art Deco Bowl by Sune Backstrom, Sweden, 1930s
Located in Malmö, SE
An Art Deco / Swedish Grace bronze bowl with amazing patina. Designed by Sune Bäckström in Malmoe, Sweden, 1920s.
Great condition, only with some light scratches.
Stamped 'BRONS',...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
Lidded Pewter Box by CG Hallberg, Sweden, 1929. Svenskt Tenn. Swedish Grace.
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful lidded pewter box with amazing patina. Swedish Grace.
Made by CG Hallberg, Sweden, 1929.
Good condition, with some scratches and scuffs.
Stamped with makers mark, 'SVENS...
Category
1920s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Metal, Pewter
Bertil Vallien Kosta Boda Minos Glass Vases, Sweden, 1984
Located in Bochum, NRW
Bertil Vallien Kosta Boda Minos Glass Vases, Sweden, 1984
Bertil Vallien's vases with a swelling body, and swirling white decor. It was traditionally mouth-blown, giving it a uniq...
Category
1980s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Glass, Blown Glass
$955 Sale Price
33% Off
Swedish Modern Ceramic Wall Clock by Ulrica Hydman Vallien 1990s Sweden
Located in Miami, FL
By Ulrica Hydman Vallien, ceramic wall clock retailed in the 90s by Time Design. Designed with Hydman' s iconic triangular face in turquoise surr...
Category
1990s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
$384 Sale Price
20% Off
Scandinavian Glass Art Vase Known as "May" by Kjell Engman for Kosta Boda, 1980s
Located in Skarpnäck, SE
A rather large and very beautiful vintage art glass vase, known as "May" handmade and signed by Kjell Engman for Kosta Boda, Sweden, in perfect condition. This vase is simple in shap...
Category
1980s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Art Glass
$429 Sale Price
20% Off
Set of 3 large vases by Per Lutken
Located in Long Island City, NY
Set of 3 art glass vases by Per Lutken for Holmegaard. Denmark, circa 1960th. Signed and numbered. Dimensions H 10" x W9" x D7" and H6.25" x W6" x D5".
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Art Glass
$2,500 / set
Upsala Ekeby, Vase, Earthenware, Sweden, 1930s
By Upsala Ekeby
Located in High Point, NC
A yellow-glazed earthenware vase produced by Upsala Ekeby, Sweden, 1930s.
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Earthenware
Small Bronze Art Deco Vase Pen Holder by GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget, Sweden 1930s
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful small bronze vase or pen holder with amazing patina.
Art Deco / Swedish Grace.
Made by GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget, Sweden, 1930s.
Good condition, some light scratches ...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
Isak Isaksson Ceramic Vase - Green Crystalline Glaze Contemporary Artist
Located in Stockholm, SE
A green vase with a stunning crystalline glaze designed by Isak Isaksson in Sweden. The vase is 9 cm (3.6") tall and about 11 cm (4.4") wide and it is in excellent condition. This is...
Category
2010s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Black & White Round Spheral Vase Domino, Stig Lindberg, Gustavsberg, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
A lovely spheral vase in porcelain designed by Stig Lindberg at Gustavsberg. It is 9.5 cm in diameter. It is in excellent condition and one of the most iconically designs from the 19...
Category
Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Einar Barnes for P. S. Heggen Handled Teak Wastepaper Basket
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Scandinavian Einar Barnes for P. S. Heggens Two Handled Teak Trash Can. Featuring a sculptural, molded Teak and Beech Plywood oval form, detailed vertical s...
Category
1960s American Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Beech, Teak, Plywood
Saara Hopea / "BUBBLE" VASE SH122 / Nuutajärvi
Located in Shibuya-Ku, JP
Saara Hopea is a Finnish female designer.
She specialised in interior design at the Central School of Applied Arts in Helsinki, and after graduating, she started her career as a furn...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Blown Glass
Set of 2 Beige Vases by Preben Brandt-Larsen, Danish Modern Studio Ceramic 1970s
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Set of two vintage vases by Danish ceramist Preben Brandt-Larsen (PBL). Made ca. 1960s to 80s.
The vases have a creamy beige glaze with a few brown speckles. The soft surface and the soft shapes invite to touch them.
Handsigned under bottom: PBL Danmark
Measurements:
Tall vase
Height: 18 cm (7.09")
Diameter: 12 cm (4.72")
Small vase
Height: 9,4 cm (3.70")
Diameter: 10,5 cm (4.13")
Preben Brandt-Larsen ran his own studio on the small island...
Category
Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Tapio Wirkkala, Brass Bird Sculpture for Kultakeskus Hämeenlinna Finland, 1970s
Located in Helsinki, FI
A beautiful example of Tapio Wirkkala's bird sculpture in solid brass. This minimalistic piece by Wirkkala, who started his career as a sculptor, objectifies his minimal organic appr...
Category
1970s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
Pierre Forssell Brass Candleholders and vase Made by hand in Skultuna Sweden
Located in Forest, BE
This candleholders was hand crafted in the 1970's at the Skultuna factory next to the studio were Pierre Forssell was working with he's assistant. The candleholder is made of brass. ...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
Blue Stoneware Vase by Berndt Friberg for Gustavsberg Studio, Sweden, 1969
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful discus-shaped stoneware vase with amazing 'aniara' glaze.
Made by master thrower Berndt Friberg, in the artist's studio at Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1969.
Great condition. Ex...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Larger Swedish Heavy Bronse Vase ca 1930
Located in Farsta, SE
Larger Swedish Heavy Bronse Vase ca 1930
Marked Brons Athena Ystad.
Height: 17 cm/6.6 inch
Depth: 11.5 cm/4.5 inch
Width: 14 cm/5.5 inch
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
Rare Pair of Bronze Art Deco Vases and Candlesticks by GAB, Sweden, 1930s
Located in Malmö, SE
Rare pair of Art Deco / Swedish Grace bronze vases and candlesticks with amazing patina.
Made by GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget, Sweden, 1930s.
Great condition, some wear to the patin...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
Iconic Alvar Aalto Savoy Vase Model. 3030 in Deep Green, Iittala 1950s
By Alvar Aalto, Iittala
Located in Helsinki, FI
Alvar Aalto entered and won a competition held at the Karhula-Iittala glass factory that was organized for the 1937 Paris World Fair. The year was 1936 and Aalto´s entry was called `Eskimoerindens skinnbuxa` or `Eskimo Woman`s Leather Trousers` . The entry comprised of a number of different free-formed vases and bowls that came in different shapes and sizes.
The most famous of Aalto´s glass designs is exactly this so called `Savoy` vase, as it was part of the Savoy restaurant`s original interior design that was done by the Aalto couple.
Winning the competition marked the beginning of a succesful breakthrough for Alvar Aalto in addition to his other accomplishments as a world famous architect.
The early vases by Aalto are extremely sought after collectible´s gems that fetch incredible prices every now and then in auctions worldwide. We have seen them in a number of different colors, mainly clear glass, green, brown, and blue. This vase is fully signed Alvar Aalto and is in good condition.
This vase is signed Alvar Aalto 3030...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Blown Glass
Collection of Miniature Ceramic Pieces from Höganäs, Sweden
Located in Stockholm, SE
Wonderful collection of miniature ceramics. These ones are the work of John Andersson, signed ”JA”, and produced at Höganäs in Sweden. There are two vases and one bowl. The sculpture...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
$262 Sale Price / set
25% Off
Kosta Boda Swedish Art Glass White Swirl Bowl, 1980s
By Kosta Boda
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Heavy mouthblown Swedish modern solid crystal decorative vide poche by Kosta Boda manufactured in the 1980s. Soft semicircle shaped clear art glass bowl with encased layered white or...
Category
Late 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Crystal
Arthur Percy, Vase, Ceramic, Sweden, 1930s
By Arthur Percy
Located in High Point, NC
A green-glazed ceramic vase designed by Arthur Percy and produced by Gefle, Sweden, 1930s.
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Original Danish Raadvad Bread Slicer Dark Blue by Ove Larsen, Midcentury 1980s
By Raadvad
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
This iconic Danish bread slicer was produced by Raadvad in Denmark, circa 1970s-1990s. The color of the lacquer is the original dark blue. It´s very, very rare. It also came in a sl...
Category
1980s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Steel, Iron
Palshus Large Flowerpot Green with Blue Chamotte Ceramic, Danish Modern 1960s
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Large ceramic flowerpot by Per Linnemann-Schmidt for Palshus Denmark. Made ca. 1960s.
It is made with chamotte clay which gives a rough and vivid surface. It has a grass green glaze...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Pair of Beautiful Art Deco Bronze Vases by Unknown Danish Designer Denmark 1940s
Located in Malmö, SE
A pair of beautiful mid-century bronze vases with amazing patina.
Made by an unknown designer in Denmark, 1940s.
Great condition.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
Red-Toned Wooden Vintage Abstract Animal Sculpture, Swedish Mid Century Handmade
Located in Stockholm, SE
A lovely wooden sculpture designed in Sweden in the midcentury. It is in very good condition except from that one of its legs is repaired. The designer is unknown.
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Stoneware
Scandinavian Modern decorative objects for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Scandinavian Modern decorative objects for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage decorative objects 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 ceramic, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Scandinavian Modern decorative objects made in a specific country, there are Europe, Scandinavia, and Sweden pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original decorative objects, popular names associated with this style include Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund, Gustavsberg, and Upsala Ekeby. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for decorative objects differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $48 and tops out at $149,456 while the average work can sell for $883.
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