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
Creator: Rörstrand
Creator: Johanne Gerber
Brown Vase with Handle, Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand, 1950s, Mid Century Vintage
Located in Stockholm, SE
A lovely brown speckled vase designed by Gunnar Nylund at Rörstrand, the vase is 28 cm (11.2") high. It´s in excellent condition except from some m...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Stoneware
Brown Vase, Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand, Midcentury Vintage
Located in Stockholm, SE
A brown vase designed by Gunnar Nylund at Rörstrand, the vase is 25 cm (10") high and 7 cm (2.8") in diameter. It is in mint condition and marked as 1st quality.
Gunnar Nylund wa...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Brown Vase with handle, Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand, Mid century Vintage, Sweden
Located in Stockholm, SE
A brown vase designed by Gunnar Nylund at Rörstrand, it´s 17.5 cm (7) high. It´s in mint condition and marked as 1:st quality.
Gunnar Nylund was born in Paris 1904 with parents w...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Stoneware
Large Vase by Gertrud Lönegren, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1930s
Located in Malmö, SE
Beautiful and rare vase designed by Gertrud Lönegren.
This studio piece was created at Rorstrand in Sweden between 1936-41.
Excellent condition. Beautiful glaze.
Impressed 'Rör...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Lovely Large Brown Ceramic Vase, Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in Stockholm, SE
A lovely brown vase designed by Gunnar Nylund at Rörstrand. It is 45 cm high and in very good condition except from some minor scratches. The vase is marked as 1st quality.
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Squared, Brown Vase, Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand, Scandinavian Mid-Century Vintage
Located in Stockholm, SE
A lovely brown squared vase designed by Gunnar Nylund at Rörstrand, the vase is 15 cm (6") high and 7.5 cm (3") in diameter at the top. It is in mint condition and marked as 1st qual...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Porcelain
Brown Bowl, Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand, Acorn shaped, Mid-Century Vintage
Located in Stockholm, SE
A acorn-shaped brown bowl designed by Gunnar Nylund at Rörstrand, it´s 13,5 x 8,5 cm in diameter. It´s in very good condition except from some minor marks. ...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Stoneware
Carl-Harry Stålhane, Vase, Green Glazed Stoneware, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A green glazed stoneware vase designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane and produced by Rörstrand, Sweden, 1960s.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Stoneware
Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand, Midcentury Grey Stoneware Vase
Located in Stockholm, SE
A vintage vase designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane at Rörstrand in the 20th midcentury, it´s 10,5 cm high and in very good condition except from some marks in the glaze from the producti...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Stoneware
Unique Green, Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand, Mid-Century Vintage
Located in Stockholm, SE
A lovely Midcentury Swedish vase in ceramics designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane at Rörstrand. The vase has a lovely green glaze. The vase is 12.5 cm high and in mint condition. This vas...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Stoneware
Stoneware vase by Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Stoneware vase by Carl-Harry Stålhane in an amazing shape with a wide-rimmed mouth and sleek body. Black glaze with rusty red flecks.
Carl-Harry Stålhane was one of the stars among ...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Stoneware
Black Drip-Shaped Ceramic Vase Carl-Harry Stålhane Rörstrand, Midcentury Vintage
Located in Stockholm, SE
A black vintage vase designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane at Rörstrand in the 20th midcentury, it´s 10 cm high and in mint condition. It is marked as 1s...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Stoneware
Large Stoneware Vase, Brown, Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand, Midcentury
Located in Stockholm, SE
A large floor vase designed by Gunnar Nylund at Rörstrand, the vase is 39.5 cm high and it is in very good condition except from some scratches and marks in the glaze.
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Stoneware
Vase by Gertrud Lönegren, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1930s
Located in Malmö, SE
Beautiful and rare stoneware vase designed by Gertrud Lönegren.
This studio piece was created at Rorstrand in Sweden between 1936-1941.
Excellent condition. Impressed 'Rörstrand ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Stoneware Vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful stoneware vase with amazing glaze.
Designed by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1950s.
Excellent condition. Incised signature "NYLUND" and makers mark "R" for Rör...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand Atelier, Mid-Century Brown Vase
Located in Stockholm, SE
A beautiful mid-century Swedish vase designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane at Rörstrand Atelier, Sweden, the vase is 11.5 cm high and in excellent condition. This vase was designed and produced in the mid-century.
Carl-Harry Stålhane is one of the top names when it comes to Mid century Scandinavian...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Stoneware
Swedish Ceramic Vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand, 1940s
Located in Stockholm, Stockholms län
Beautiful ceramic vase designed by Gunnar Nylund, manufactured by Rörstrand in Sweden during the 1940s. Made from stoneware with hare fur glaze in sand to red ochre color.
Gunnar Ny...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Stoneware
Gunnar Nylund Mid Century Ceramic Stoneware Bowls by Rörstrand Sweden, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare pair of mid century ceramic bowls / dishes from the "Rubus" serie by Gunnar Nylund produced by Rörstrand Sweden, 1950s. In good or...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Drip-Shaped Vase, Carl-Harry Stålhane Rörstrand, Midcentury Blue Stoneware
Located in Stockholm, SE
A beautiful midcentury Swedish vase in stoneware by Rörstrand, designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane. It is marked as 2nd quality with the white line through the backstamp, because of some...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Stoneware
Brown Stoneware Vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful stoneware vase with amazing glaze.
Designed by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1940s.
Great condition. Slightly askew.
Incised signature "G.N." and makers mark, Rör...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Set of 3 Porcelain Crown Window Bowls by Gunnar Nylund. Rorstrand, Sweden, 1933.
Located in Malmö, SE
A set of three beautiful porcelain crown window bowls.
Designed by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1933.
Excellent condition. First sorting. Stamped 'Rörstrand' and 'Sweden'....
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Porcelain
Ceramic Table Lamp 'Capri' by Gertrud Lönegren, Rörstrand, 1930s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Ceramic table lamp model 'Capri' by Gertrud Lonegren, Rörstrand, 1930s.
Measurement (with lampshade)
Diameter: 35 cm
Height: 56 cm
Lönegren studied in Vienna and Stockholm during t...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Sarek by Olle Alberius for Rörstrand Scandinavian Blue Midcentury Vase, 1960s
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
“Sarek” Scandinavian midcentury ceramic vase in matt enamel designed by Olle Alberius for Rörstrand, made in Sweden, marked on t...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Brown Stoneware Vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Malmö, SE
A rare and beautiful stoneware vase with amazing glaze.
Designed by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1940s.
Great condition.
Incised signature "G.N." and makers mark, Rörstrand...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Alf Wallander Ceramic Umbrella Stand / Floor Vase by Rorstrand, Sweden, 1910
Located in New York, NY
Large remarkable Swedish ceramic umbrella stand / floor vase decorated with 3 life size parrots. Designed by Alf Wallander for Rorstrand, circa 1900 - 1920.
Measures: height: 22.5...
Category
Early 20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Gunnar Nylund Mid Century Ceramic Stoneware Vase by Rörstrand Sweden, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare cylinder mid century ceramic vase from the serie "Rubus" by Gunnar Nylund produced by Rörstrand Sweden, 1950s. In good original condition. Signed.
Dimensions: H: 18 cm / 7" Di...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Stoneware bowl by Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Beautiful stoneware platter in a leaf shape by Gunnar Nylund. Purplish brown glaze with contrasting bright blue areas.
Gunnar Nylund was one of the most influential ceramicists and designers of the Swedish mid-century period. He was Rörstrand’s creative leader from 1931 until 1949 and as such propelled the artistic work at the factory and served as mentor to younger artists, among them Carl-Harry Stålhane and Hertha Bengtsson.
Nylund was a dedicated functionalist, who brought ideas of democratizing stoneware and creating beautiful, qualitative and affordable everyday items for the people to Rörstand in the mid-1920s. The factory had at the time lost its former leading market position, but Nylund’s efforts gave it a great reboot. He designed ceramic kitchenware...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Stoneware
Stoneware Vase by Gertrud Lönegren, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1930s. Art Deco, Yellow.
Located in Malmö, SE
Stunning and rare stoneware vase designed by Gertrud Lönegren.
This studio piece was created at Rorstrand in Sweden between 1936-41.
Art Deco / Swedish Grace.
Excellent condition. S...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
White Art Deco Stoneware Floor Vase by Gunnar Nylund. Rorstrand, Sweden, 1930s.
Located in Malmö, SE
A grand white vase in chamotte stoneware. Art Deco / Swedish Grace.
Designed by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1930s.
Great condition. It has some dark firing spots at the bas...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Gunnar Nylund Stoneware "GN ARU" Bowl for Rörstrand, Sweden, 1960s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gunnar Nylund stoneware "GN ARU" bowl for Rörstrand, Sweden, 1960s.
Beautiful stoneware bowl by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand in shades of blue and brown trim hares fur glaze. Signe...
Category
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Pair of Brown Stoneware Vases by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Malmö, SE
A pair of beautiful stoneware vases with amazing glaze.
Designed by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1940s.
Great condition.
Incised signature "G.N." and makers mark, Rörstrand...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Gunnar Nylund "NSR" Dish Blueish Green Haresfur Glaze, Rorstrand Sweden, 1960s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gunnar Nylund "NSR" dish blueish green haresfur glaze, Rorstrand Sweden, 1960s.
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Stoneware
Unique Brown Stoneware Vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful stoneware vase with relief pattern and amazing glaze.
Designed by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1940s.
Great condition.
Incised signature "G.N." and Rörstrands ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand 1950s Modernist Gray Striped Vases
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Rare set of two Scandinavian modern smooth porcelain vases by acclaimed designer Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand and Nordiska Kompaniet in Sweden. Light gray glaze with dark gray stripes...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Porcelain
Vase by Gertrud Lönegren, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1930s
Located in Malmö, SE
Beautiful and rare stoneware vase designed by Gertrud Lönegren.
This studio piece was created at Rorstrand in Sweden between 1936-41.
Exquisite glaze. Impressed 'Rörstrand / Löne...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Pair of Brown Stoneware Vases by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Malmö, SE
A pair of beautiful stoneware vases with identical relief pattern and amazing glaze.
Designed by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1950s.
Great condition.
Incised signature "G...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Gunnar Nylund Mid Century Ceramic Stoneware Bowls by Rörstrand Sweden, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare mid century ceramic vases / pots from the "Rubus" serie by Gunnar Nylund produced by Rörstrand Sweden, 1950s. In good original condition, one of the bowls has some minor bubbles...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Large Stoneware Vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Malmö, SE
A large and beautiful stoneware vase with two small handles and amazing glaze.
Designed by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1950s.
Excellent condition.
Incised signature "NYLU...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Black Stoneware Vase by Carl-Harry Stålhane
Located in Stockholm, SE
Cool, small stoneware vase by Carl-Harry Stålhane in a smooth, organic shape. Black glaze over rusty brown.
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Stoneware
Set of 2 Porcelain Crown Window Bowls by Gunnar Nylund. Rorstrand, Sweden, 1933.
Located in Malmö, SE
A set of two beautiful porcelain crown window bowls with a hand-painted gold band on the foot.
Designed by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1933.
Excellent condition. First so...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Porcelain
Vintage Midcentury Stoneware Floor Vase by Gunnar Nylund, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Large stoneware floor vase by Gunnar Nylund in a classic shape. Beautiful glaze that alternates between purple and clear blue in dramatic splashes.
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Stoneware
Large Stoneware Dish by Marianne Westman for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1960s
Located in Malmö, SE
A large and beautiful stoneware dish / bowl with amazing glaze.
Made by Marianne Westman for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1960s.
Great condition.
Incised signature "MW" and "R" för Rörstrand...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Stoneware Floor Vase by Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Statuesque stoneware floor vase by Carl-Harry Stålhane, in a clean form with beautiful dark blue hare’s fur glaze.
Carl-Harry Stålhane was one of the stars among Swedish ceramic a...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Stoneware
Stoneware Vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful and rare stoneware vase with amazing glaze.
Designed by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1950s.
Excellent condition. Incised signature 'G.N.' and makers mark 'R' ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Large Stoneware Vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Malmö, SE
A large and beautiful stoneware vase with amazing glaze.
Designed by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1940s.
Excellent condition. Incised signature "NYLUND" and makers mark "...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Unique Stoneware Vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful and unique stoneware vase with amazing and rare glaze.
Designed by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1940s.
Incised signature "NYLUND" and makers mark "R" for Rörs...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Inger Persson Bold Graphic Studio Bowl for Rorstrand, Sweden
Located in New York, NY
Inger Persson designed this bold graphic ceramic studio bowl in the 1960’s for Rorsrand, Sweden. This piece has a slightly squared shape, with a dark brown to black hand painted band...
Category
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Clay
Unique Large Stoneware Vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Malmö, SE
A large and unique stoneware vase with amazing glaze.
Designed by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1940s.
Excellent condition. Incised signature "NYLUND" and makers mark "R" ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Scandinavian Modern Stoneware Vase, Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1950
Located in Stockholm, SE
Striking stoneware vase by Carl-Harry Stålhane in a narrow, drop-shaped form. Jet black glaze with rusty color around the base.
Carl-Harry Stålhane was one of the stars among Swed...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Stoneware
Scandinavian Modern Stoneware Vase, Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1950
Located in Stockholm, SE
Striking stoneware vase by Carl-Harry Stålhane in a sleek form, with eggshell glaze and a subtle graphic pattern. Flecks of brown and white around the rim and base.
Carl-Harry Stå...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Stoneware
Stoneware Vase by Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Cool stoneware vase by Carl-Harry Stålhane in a strict form. Dense black hare’s fur glaze.
Carl-Harry Stålhane was one of the stars among Swedish ceramic artists during the 1950s,...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Stoneware
Inger Persson Bold Graphic Studio Vase for Rorstrand Studio Sweden
Located in New York, NY
Inger Persson designed this bold graphic ceramic studio vase in the 1960’s for Rorstrand, Sweden. The vase has a slightly squared shape, with a dark brown to black hand painted band ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Clay
Carl-Harry Stålhane, Vase, Stoneware, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A grey-glazed stoneware vase designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane and produced by Rörstrand, Sweden, 1950s.
Dimensions: 4.25” H x 5” diameter
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Stoneware
Stoneware Vase by Hertha Bengtson. Rorstrand, Sweden, 1950s.
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful stoneware vase with amazing glaze.
Made by Hertha Bengtson for Rörstrand, Sweden, 1950s.
Excellent condition.
Signed 'Bengtson' and 'R' för Rörstrand.
Hertha Bengtson (1917-1993) is one of the well-known representatives of the illustrious Swedish ceramic design of the 20th century. She was one of the leading designers for the Rörstrand factory in the 1950s. Bengtson is represented at the Swedish National Museum of Art and Design.
Hertha Bengtson was born in Ysane in Blekinge and grew up on a farm with her four brothers. Her parents were Henning and Asta Bengtson. Her father was a jack-of-all-trades and ran both a mink farm and a shop alongside his farm, which was the least of his interests. Her mother, to whom Hertha Bengtson was very close, was a skilled weaver. Hertha Bengtson's interest in textiles and handicrafts came from her mother. From her grandmother she inherited Scanian country textile knowledge and from her grandmother’s neighbour she learned to tat the Scanian way, without patterns.
Upon completing her education at a girls’ school, Hertha Bengtson wanted to become a drawing teacher. However, there was no money to continue her formal education. Hertha Bengtson achieved top marks in drawing and handicrafts and therefore gained a place as a handicrafts teacher at one of the region’s elementary schools. During her time at the girls’ school, she had also taken evening classes in porcelain painting. In 1937 she applied to Hackefors’ porcelain factory in Linköping where she became employed as a pattern designer. Hertha Bengtson was interested in all aspects of the factory and when the men were called up for military service at the outbreak of the Second World War, she became head of her department at age 22.
Hertha Bengtson wanted to create her own porcelain. She applied to and became employed at Rörstrand’s porcelain factory in 1941, where she started as a pattern designer but quickly became a master designer. Hertha Bengtson’s ability to combine beauty with function was fundamental to her success as a designer. Her breakthrough came with the innovative blue-and-white tableware...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Set of 2 Art Deco Vases by Rörstrand, Sweden, 1930s
Located in Malmö, SE
A set of 2 beautiful Art Deco stoneware vases with amazing glaze.
Made by Rörstrand in Sweden, 1930s.
Great condition. Stamped 'Rörstrand'.
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Stoneware Vases by Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Cool stoneware vase by Carl-Harry Stålhane in a straightforward cylinder shape. Dense jet black hare’s fur glaze.
Carl-Harry Stålhane was one of the stars among Swedish ceramic ar...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Stoneware
Carl Harry Stålhane, Rorstrand 1943, Hand Painted Bowl with Two Faces
Located in New York, NY
Carl-Harry Stålhane hand decorated stoneware bowl designed at Rorstrand, Sweden. The bowl depicts the faces of two women one of which is reclining. Signed and dated (1943) on the bot...
Category
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Set of 2 Stoneware Vases by Gertrud Lönegren, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1930s
Located in Malmö, SE
Beautiful and rare stoneware vases designed by Gertrud Lönegren.
These studio pieces were created at Rorstrand in Sweden between 1936-41.
Excellent condition.
Impressed 'Rörstr...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, 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.