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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 

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
Ceramic Candlestick by Stig Lindberg for Gustavsberg, 1950s
Located in ALHAURÍN EL GRANDE, ES
Ceramic candlestick ...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

Danish Modern Ceramic Dish by Thomas Toft, 1960s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Small ceramic bowl with oily green glaze and geometric arrow incisions. Designed by the Danish ceramist Thomas Toft and manufactured at his own studio during the early 1960s. It is s...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

Modernist Art Glass Dish by Willy Johansson for Hadeland, Norway, 1960s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Striking aqua blue - turquoise summerso dish designed by Willy Johansson and manufactured by Hadeland in Norway during the 1960s.
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1960s Norwegian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

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Art Glass

Blue Aqua Dish by Per Lütken for Holmegaard, 1960s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Wavy hand blown aqua blue bowl designed by Per Lütken in 1964. This piece was manufactured at Holmegaard in Denmark during the mid-late 1960s. It is called Aqua or Fionia and it is s...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

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Art Glass

Turquois Art Deco Ceramic Globe Vase by Ewald Dahlskog, Bo Fajans, Sweden, 1930s
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful Art Deco globe vase with amazing 'Lava' glaze. Designed by Ewald Dahlskog for Bo Fajans (Bobergs Fajansfabrik), Sweden. This model 'Kulvas' was first exhibited at the ...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

Art Deco Pewter Bowl by Just Andersen, Denmark, 1920s
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful and rare pewter bowl. Designed and made by Just Andersen, Denmark, 1920s. Fair condition, it has some scratches and a mounted emblem. Stamped 'DENMARK', model number '...
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1920s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

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Pewter

Bronze Art Deco Vase by GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget, Sweden, 1930s
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful Art Deco bronze vase with amazing patina. Made by GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget, Sweden, 1930s. Fair condition, a lot of scratches to the patination. Stamped 'BRONS' and ...
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1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Scandinavian Design Octagonal Clock by Arne Bjerke
Located in Skien, NO
Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Octagonal Table Clock by Arne Bjerke Circa 1970s-1980s This elegant table clock, designed and handcrafted by Norwegian designer Arne Bjerke, features...
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1970s Norwegian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

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Oak

Swedish Modern Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand Ceramic Mustard Yellow Chamotte Vase
Located in Miami, FL
REDUCED FROM $350...Exquisite creation by Gunnar Nylund (1914–1997) during his tenure as artistic director of Rörstrand from 1932 through the 1950s. The vase has a glossy spicy mustard yellow glaze over a rough rustic body creating a smooth touch but a brutal look to the piece. The Chamotte line was first introduced in the late 1930s. Stamped on bottom with RÖRSTRAND, 3 crowns logo, SVERIGE, CHAMOTTE and NYLUND. Measurements: 4 inches diameter x 8 1/2 inches high. We have also listed a larger example of the same design in white. The last image is of the stamp on bottom of white vase for clear bottom...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

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Ceramic, Pottery

Brass Serpentine Candlestick by Illums Bolighus. Denmark, 1950s
Located in Malmö, SE
Vintage solid brass serpentine candlestick for two candles. Made by Illums Bolighus. Copenhagen, Denmark, 1950s Great condition with amazing patina. If you prefer them shiny you can...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

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Brass

Bronze Art Deco Vase by SVM Handarbete, Sweden, 1930s
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful art deco bronze vase with amazing patina. Made by SVM, Svenska Metallverken AB, Sweden, 1930s. Great condition, but with an inscription on the base. Stamped 'SVENSKA ...
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1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Mid-century Modern Vintage Swedish Scandinavian Clear Glass Contour Vase, 1950s
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This glass vase from the Contour series was designed by Vicke Lindstrand for the Swedish glassworks Kosta Glasbruk during the 1950s. It is made of high quality clear crystal glass wi...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

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Glass

Clear Glass miniature "People" Decanter by Erik Höglund, Boda, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Hägersten, SE
"People" decanter designed by Erik Höglund. Rare small size. produced by Boda during the 1950s. Made from hand blown clear glass. Good vintage condition with age related wear and pat...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

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Blown Glass

Ture Berglund, Vase, Glass, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A blown glass vase designed by Ture Berglund and produced by Skansens Glasbruk, Sweden, 1940s.
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

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Blown Glass

Wilhelm Kåge / ARGENTA VASE / Gustavsberg / 1941
Located in Shibuya-Ku, JP
Wilhelm Kage studied painting at art school and worked as a poster artist after graduation. As art director of Gustavsberg from 1917, he laid the foundations for modern design in Swe...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

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Stoneware

Set of 3 Brass Wall Candlesticks "Sunburst" Holmström, Arvika, Sweden, 1960s
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
These wall candlesticks were hand -sculpted in Arvika, Sweden. The candlesticks are made in brass by famous Holmström Arvika. These ones are signed on the back. The name Sunburst was...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

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Brass

Gunnar Nylund Vase Produced by Rörstrand in Sweden
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Ceramic vase designed by Gunnar Nylund. Produced by Rörstrand in Sweden.
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

hand wrought Iron and glass candelabra by Erik Höglund , Boda Smide, 1950s
Located in Hägersten, SE
Candelabra designed by Erik Höglund. Made by hand in iron at Boda smide and clear glass prisms from Boda glass. Three arms and six glass shards. Very good vintage condition with ligh...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

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Iron

Pierre Forsell, pair of candle holders for Ystad Metall, model Nr 70, 1960s
Located in Uppsala, SE
Pair of Nr 70 candle holders for thin candles designed by Pierre Forsell for Ystad Metall in the 1960s. Both are stamped by the make...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

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Brass

Lisa Larson, Bulldog Ceramic Sculpture, Gustavsbergs Studio, Sweden
Located in Stockholm, SE
A sculpture by Lisa Larson at Gustavsbergs Studio, Sweden in the late 20th century. The sculpture is 14 cm (5,6") high and 17 x 14 cm (6.8" x 5.6") long and in excellent condition. I...
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Late 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

A Set of Three Anna Greta-Eker Silver Reindeer Antler Candleholders, 1960s
Located in Helsinki, FI
A set of 3 very beautiful candleholders designed by Anna Greta-Eker. These pieces are a part of a very well known series of candle holders in different sizes and shapes but in this same distinctive design by Anna Greta-Eker. These 3 in particular are amongst the smallest models that she designed with 2 spots for candles in each one. Eker was a very established silver designer and one of the most important figures in modern scandinavian jewelry...
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

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Silver

Swedish Grace, pewter lid box, decor of dolphin, 1931
Located in Stockholm, SE
A pewter lid box, decor of dolphin, 1931 and engraved decor of figur on dolphin by Harald Linder for JL Hultman, Uddevalla Sweden 1931. With hallmarks JLH, E8=1931, U
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1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

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Pewter

Paavo Tynell Brass Candle Holders for Taito
Located in Hägersten-Liljeholmen, Stockholms län
Really nice candel holder design in the 50's by Paavo Tynell and produced by TAITO oy. Paavo Tynell designed a lot of other items in addition to lamps and chandeliers. These candle h...
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1940s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

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Brass

Ystad Metall, vase in brass, Swedish Modern mid1900s.
Located in Stockholm, SE
A beautiful vase in brass in the style of Art Deco, Scandinavian mid-1900s. By Ystad Metall, Sweden.
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

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Brass

Swedish turned wooden bowl folk craft handmade early 20th century
Located in Forest, BE
Original Swedish birch turned, folk craft bowl. Some patina and traces of use that gives a warm feeling. A real eye catcher in any interior. ________________________________________...
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1920s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

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Birch

Collectors stoneware bowl in ceramic, Scandinavian Modern, Rörstrand
Located in Stockholm, SE
A beautiful, decorative stoneware bowl with glaze shifting in blues, black and brown. By Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand, Sweden mid1900s.
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

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Stoneware

Scandinavian vintage carved teak vase, 1960
Located in Linkebeek, BE
Wabi Sabi - Vintage - Decoration Beautiful design jar in carved teak wood. Scandinavian work from the 1960s. Geometrical base and asymmetrical handles with very design lines. Natural...
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1960s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

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Wood

Midcentury Stoneware “Argenta” Vase by Wilhelm Kåge, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Lovely stoneware “Argenta” vase by Wilhelm Kåge in a curvesome form. Decorated with a motif of a woman playing a harp. Lovely attention to detail. “Argenta” was introduced at the ...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

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Stoneware

Set of 3 Danish Candlesticks, Solid Turned Rosewood, Denmark, 1950s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Two different heights 14.5cm and 20cm.
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1950s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

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Wood

Nils Thorsson Glazed Blue Marselis Vase for Aluminia, 1950s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Large drop shaped Ceramic vase designed by Nils Thorsson and manufactured by Aluminia in Denmark during the 1950s. It is called Marselis -design number 2631 and is decorated in a de...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

Pewter Jar from GAB, Sweden, 1930
Located in Stockholm, SE
Elegant pewter jar from GAB, in a strict cylinder form with a pattern of stripes. Nice even patina.
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1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

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Pewter

Large earthenware vase with celadon/green glaze, Swedish Modern
Located in Stockholm, SE
A large urn / vase by Anna-Lisa Thomson for Upsala Ekeby, mid-1900s. Made in earthenware with relief decor of fish and aquatic plants with celadon colored / green glaze.
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

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Earthenware

Midcentury Stoneware Vase by Jerk Werkmäster, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Stoneware vase or jug by Jerk Werkmäster, in a plump form with a tall, tapering neck. Glazed clay grey with an organic, sandy pattern.
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1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

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Stoneware

Midcentury Stoneware Vase by Edgar Böckman, Sweden, 1930s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Chamotte stoneware vase by Edgar Böckman in a smooth, round form. Partially unglazed, white glaze in the embossed vertical stripes.
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1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

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Stoneware

Midcentury Stoneware Vase by Anna-Lisa Thomson, Uppsala-Ekeby, Sweden, 1937
Located in Stockholm, SE
Large earthenware vase by Anna-Lisa Thomson in an ample form with a striped pattern. Striking warm yellow glaze with green nuances. The vase is part of the “Expo” series, created fo...
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1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

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Stoneware

Midcentury Stoneware Vase by Berndt Friberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Beautiful stoneware vase by Berndt Friberg, in an elegant, cylinder form. Glazed warm yellow hare’s fur glaze. Berndt Friberg was a Swedish ceramicist, renowned for his stoneware va...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

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Stoneware

Midcentury Stoneware Vase by Berndt Friberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Striking small stoneware vase by Berndt Friberg, in an ample apple form with a thin neck. Decorated with dark blue hare’s fur glaze with brown nuances. Berndt Friberg was a Swedish ...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

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Stoneware

Stoneware vase with decor of flowers in silver, model Grazia, Swedish Modern.
Located in Stockholm, SE
A decorative stoneware vase with silver decor, depicting a flower bouquet. Designed by the artistic leader of Gustavsberg (from 1949, at 21 years old, to 1957) Stig Lindberg. Mode...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

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Silver

Vintage Swedish Copper Coin Plate
Located in Grythyttan, SE
This charming vintage handmade plate features an assortment of old Swedish copper coins in denominations of 1, 2, and 5 öre from the years 1955 to 1971....
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1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

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Copper

Swedish Modern Veckla bowl by Stig Lindberg Gustavsberg 1950s
Located in Boden, SE
"Veckla" vase designed by Stig Lindberg for Gustavsberg. Stig Lindberg designed the series in 1950, the series was composed of 12 bowls and vases with sculptural free form shapes. Th...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

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Stoneware

Carlos R Pebaque vaas zweden 1993
Located in Delft, NL
Carlos R Pebaque vaas zweden 1993 Designer: Carlos R Pebaque Producer: Carlos R Pebaque Dimensions: 13 cm H x 15cm diameter Period: 1960’s Material: Glass Condition: Mint Origin: Sw...
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1990s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

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Art Glass

Kosta Boda Bertil Vallien Volcano Series Mini Object Vase, Double Bubble 48136
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
This exquisite mini object vase is a standout piece from Bertil Vallien's iconic Volcano series, designed in 1981. The unique double bubble shape is enhanced by the stunning iridesce...
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1980s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

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Luster, Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass

Midcentury Stoneware Vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Stoneware vase by Gunnar Nylund, in a beautiful, curvesome form. Glazed sky blue, with a cloudy white, organic pattern. Gunnar Nylund was one of the most influential ceramicists and...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

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Stoneware

Midcentury Iron and Glass Candelabra by Erik Höglund, Boda Smide, Sweden, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Beautiful candelabra by Erik Höglund, made from wrought iron and glass. The rustic iron stem is adorned with four pear shaped glass medallions that bring rain drops on a bare tree to mind. Fits regular candles. Erik Höglund was one of Sweden’s foremost glass artists, whose innovative designs and glass making techniques revolutionized the scene of both art glass and serve ware in the 1950s. His bold and personal designs gave him and the glassworks Boda worldwide acclaim. Erik Höglund is considered the most influential Swedish glass artist of the 1950s and 1960s, alongside Ingeborg Lundin. Höglund was admitted to the prestigious school Konstfack at the age of 16, first studying to become an art teacher, but later changing to the sculptor’s line. He rebelled against many of what he considered to be conventional ideas at the school, and was almost expelled. His nonconformism would follow him through his career, aiding him in following his own path and repeatedly breaking new ground. Erik Höglund started working at Boda glassworks in 1953. At the time, Boda focused on producing high-quality serve ware in ethereal, cut-glass designs under the direction of Fritz Kallenberg. Höglund brought new perspectives and ideas, experimenting with the glass mass to give it a bubbly look and introducing colored glass and irregular finishes. These ideas were in direct opposition to the traditional ideas of what quality glass is, and Höglund was initially met with skepticism. He created rustic designs that allowed for everyday, multiple uses of glass, allowing it to be both functional and aesthetic. This down-to-earth IDEA appealed to both critics and collectors, although it took some years into the 1950s to win over the general public. In 1955, Erik Höglund’s glass was presented at the H55 Exhibition and one of his vases, whilst considered scandalous due to its suggestive decor, was purchased by the Swedish king. In 1957 he was awarded the Lunning Prize, its until then youngest awardee. Following that, his glass was exhibited in the Georg Jensen store on 5th Avenue in New York, making Erik Höglund and Boda world renowned. Erik Höglund was a master of all artistic trades. His glass murals...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

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Wrought Iron

Set of Purple and Raspberry Colored Glass Vases by Gunnar Nylund, Sweden 1960s
Located in Hannover, DE
Look at this beautiful set of vases by Gunnar Nylund. The colors of these vases are exceptionally beautiful, the smaller vase has a beautiful raspberry colored glass, the more delica...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

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Blown Glass

Scandinavian glass artist, tall and slim art glass vase. 1960s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Scandinavian glass artist, tall and slim art glass vase. Mouth-blown. Heavy vase. Amber and green glass with embedded air bubbles. From the 1960s. Unstam...
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1960s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

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Art Glass

Mari Simmulson for Upsala Ekeby. Large ceramic bowl, approx. 1960
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Mari Simmulson (1911-2000) for Upsala Ekeby. Large ceramic bowl. Hand-decorated with motifs of a bird, flowers in a vase, and a woman's face. Approximately 1960. Model 4063. Marked....
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

Blue Ceramic Bowl Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand, Vintage Midcentury
Located in Stockholm, SE
A lovely blue bowl designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane at Rörstrand, the bowl is 19 x 13.5 cm in diameter. It is in excellent condition except from some minor marks on the inside. The bowl is marked as 1st quality. Carl-Harry Stålhane is one of the top names when it comes to Mid century Scandinavian...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

Erik Höglund - Set of 2 glass Ashtray ''Robot''
Located in Stockholm, SE
Set of 2 Ashtrays/Decorative ''Robot'' trays by Erik Höglund from the 1960's. Emerald Green Tray - 11x11 CM Blue Tray - 9 CM
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

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Art Glass

Stig Lindberg, Veckla Bowl - Gustavsberg
Located in Stockholm, SE
Decorative bowl designed by Stig Lindberg ''Veckla'' for Gustavsberg. Measurements: 14,5x9CM Good vintage condition.
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

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...
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Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

Bertil Vallien for Kosta Boda Miniature Vase, 1990's
Located in Delft, NL
Unique miniature vase by Bertil Vallien for Kosta Boda. Collectable.
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1990s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

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Art Glass

Michael Bang for Holmegaard. Three "Palet" candle holders in turquoise glass
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Michael Bang for Holmegaard. Three "Palet" candle holders in turquoise mouth-blown art glass. 1960s/70s. With labels. In perfect condition. Dimensions: D 9.5 cm x 4.0 cm.
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

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Art Glass

Martin Aberg for Servex Scandinavian Modern Teak Bowl, Sweden 1960s
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Vintage Mid Century Modern teak bowl was designed by Martin Aberg for Servex; it was made in Sweden for IDG International Designers Group in 1960s. The beautiful wood grain emphasiz...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

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Teak

Michael Bang. for Holmegaard. "Palet" bowl made of turquoise and white glass
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Michael Bang. for Holmegaard, "Palet" bowl made of turquoise and white opal glass. 1960s/70s. In perfect condition. Dimensions: D 19.5 cm x H 12.0 cm.
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

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Art Glass

Mari Simmulson for Upsala-Ekeby. Ceramic figurine of Indonesian woman.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
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.
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20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

Rare Pair of Just Andersen Three Armed Candelabras, Pewter, Denmark 1930s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Just Andersen - Scandinavian Modern A pair of pewter candelabras with three arms, Dessin 1169, manufactured in Denmark 1930s. Each candelabra stamped Just 1169 Denmark. Excellen...
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Mid-20th Century European Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

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Pewter

Carl Harry Stålhane for Rörstrand, Sweden. Slim ceramic vase in modernist style
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Carl Harry Stålhane (1920-1990) for Rörstrand, Sweden. Slim ceramic vase in a modernist style. Black glaze. Mid-20th century. Marked. In excellent condition with minimal production f...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

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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