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
Set of 6 Ceramic Miniature Vases and Bowls, Rörstrand Midcentury Sweden Vintage
Located in Stockholm, SE
A cool set of 6 miniatures designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane at Rörstrand, they are between 4-6.5 cm high. They are all in excellent condition and marked as 1st quality.
Carl-Harry Stålhane is one of the top names when it comes to midcentury Scandinavian Ceramics...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Stoneware
Rare Swedish Öland Limestone Spitting Cup from the Early 1800s
Located in Farsta, SE
Rare Swedish Öland Limestone Spitting Cup from the Early 1800s
Patina and wear is whats really build character in this piece.
Time and stone truly come together in this remarkable i...
Category
Early 18th Century Swedish Antique Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Limestone
Mid-Century Swedish Argenta Vase with Lion Rampant by Wilhelm Kage
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This classic Scandinavian Modern vase is from the Argenta series designed by Wilhelm Kåge for Gustavsberg. A beautiful example of Swedish Grace and Mid-Century design, the vase is de...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Stoneware
Midcentury Stoneware Vase by Berndt Friberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Stoneware vase by Berndt Friberg in a tall, curved form. Beautiful sky blue nuances of hare’s fur glaze.
Berndt Friberg was a Swedish ceramicist, renowned for his stoneware vases an...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Stoneware
Wilhelm Kåge / SURREA VASE / Gustavsberg / 1950s
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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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Stoneware
Jacob Bang Mid-Century Danish Ceramic Vase with Blue-Green Glaze
By Arne Bang
Located in Kastrup, DK
Elegant small vase created by the Danish ceramicist Jacob Bang (1932–2011), a notable figure in 20th-century Scandinavian design.
The vase features a beautifully rounded body that tr...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Scandinavian Modern Blue, White Striped Ceramic Vase, 1960s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Beautiful and vivid light blue vintage Mid-Century Modern vase from the 1960s. Distinct slim and precise white stripes on light blue base with glazed interior in black and green arou...
Category
1960s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery, Stoneware
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
Materials
Brass
Upsala-Ekeby, Vase, Black-Glazed Earthenware, Sweden, 1940s
By Upsala Ekeby
Located in High Point, NC
A black, glazed earthenware vase designed and produced by Upsala-Ekeby, Sweden, 1940s.
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Earthenware
Scandinavian Modern Vase In Bronze, Anonymous, ca 1930-40's
Located in Örebro, SE
Very beautiful and rare, Scandinavian Modern vase in bronze, anonymous ca 1930-40's.
Wear and patina consistent with age and use. Scratches, marks and blemishes. Wear and patina insi...
Category
20th Century European Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
Upsala Ekeby, Sweden. Ceramic vase with a round shape and narrow neck.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Upsala Ekeby, Sweden. Ceramic vase with a round shape and narrow neck.
Ribbed design.
Mid-20th century.
Glazed in yellow tones.
Perfect condition.
Unmarked.
Dimensions: 16.0 cm x 9.0...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Kjell Engman Vase for Kosta Boda
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Kjell Engman vase in art glass.
Made by Kosta Boda.
Signed.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Art Glass
Art déco bronze bowl, Sweden, 1930s
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Patinated bronze bowl by unknown Swedish designer and maker during the first half of the 20th century.
Marked E.B on bottom.
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
Berndt Friberg, large vase, 46 cm high, Gustavsberg, 1950s
Located in Uppsala, SE
Large blue vase with hare fur glaze designed by Berndt Friberg for Gustavsberg studios in the 1950s. Impressive size and much larger than most Friberg vases. The vase has been restor...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Stoneware
Rare Gunnar Ander Candleholder for Ystad Metall in Brass
Located in Stockholm, SE
A rare Gunnar Ander candleholder in brass for three candles. Manufactured by Ystad Metall.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
$210 Sale Price
30% Off
Deep Green Ceramic Vase - Carl-Harry Stålhane - Rörstrand - Mid 20th Century
Located in Stockholm, SE
A deep green vase designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane at Rörstrand. The vase is 22 cm (8.8") high and in excellent condition. The vase is marked as 2nd quality.
Carl-Harry Stålhane is ...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Set of Two Danish Organic Modern Ceramic Vases, Würtz, 1980s
By Aage Würtz
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Set of two Danish modernist vases with soft, organic shapes and muted colors designed by acclaimed ceramic artist Aage Würtz in the 1980s. The father-son duo KH Würtz is one of Denma...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery, Stoneware
$520 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Karin Bjòrquist white & gold glazed bowl, Rörstrand Sweden, Scandinavian modern
Located in New York, NY
A large elegant Scandinavian Modern white glazed ceramic footed bowl with gold details. Designed by Karin Bjórquist for Rörstrand, Sweden, signed and dated 1990’s on the bottom.
Hei...
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1990s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Scandinavian Wooden Candleholders, Set of 5
Located in KUTNO, PL
This set of Scandinavian wooden candle holders is a perfect example of the simplicity and natural beauty that characterize Scandinavian design. Made of wood, often from light species...
Category
1960s Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Upsala Ekeby, Vase, Earthenware, Sweden, 1930s
By Upsala Ekeby
Located in High Point, NC
A green-glazed earthenware vase designed and produced by Upsala Ekeby, Sweden, 1930s.
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Earthenware
Pewter Vase from Ystad Metall
By Ystad-Metall
Located in Stockholm, SE
Elegant pewter vase from Ystad Metall. Wide mouth, tapering towards the base that is adorned with beautiful leaves.
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Pewter
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.
Category
1980s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Upsala Ekeby, Vase, Earthenware, Sweden, 1930s
By Upsala Ekeby
Located in High Point, NC
A black and orange-glazed earthenware vase designed and produced by Upsala Ekeby, Sweden, 1930s.
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Earthenware
Gunnar Nylund white 1936 vase Rorstrand Sweden
Located in Forest, BE
This is a vase by Swedish master ceramicist Gunnar Nylund. Made in 1936.
The vase is 16 cm x 13 cm diameter. We have a rare lamp in mother of pearl color with new linen shade and sil...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Clay
Midcentury Stoneware Vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Beautiful stoneware vase by Gunnar Nylund, in a tapering form with a wide mouth, perfect for flowers. Embossed, graphic pattern with celodon green glaze and “Mimosa” flecks.
Gunnar ...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Stoneware
Mid-Century Danish Brass Candleholders by Jens Quistgaard, 1960s. Set of 2.
By Jens Quistgaard, Dansk
Located in Asaa, DK
Mid-Century Danish Brass Candleholders by Jens Quistgaard, 1960s. Set of 2.
Danish Mid-Century Modern candle holders in solid cast brass designed by Jens Harald Quistgaard for Dansk...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
Iron and glass prism candelabra by Erik Höglund , Boda Smide, 1950s
Located in Hägersten, SE
Three armed candelabra designed by Erik Höglund. Hand made during the 1950s by Boda Smide in Sweden. Wrought iron and mold blown clear glass prisms with patterns of people and fishes...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Iron
Mari Simmulson for Upsala-Ekeby. Dish in stoneware with a motif of female figure
Located in København, Copenhagen
Mari Simmulson for Upsala-Ekeby, Sweden.
Decorative dish in glazed stoneware featuring a female figure holding a flower.
1960s.
In perfect condition.
Marked.
Dimensions: D 25.0 cm x ...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Upsala Ekeby, Vase, Earthenware, Sweden, 1930s
By Upsala Ekeby
Located in High Point, NC
A blue-glazed fluted vase designed and produced by Upsala Ekeby, Sweden, 1930s.
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Earthenware
Alf Wallander Swedish Art Nouveau Period Vase with a Crown of Orange Flowers
Located in New York, NY
Swedish Art Nouveau period vase with a crown of orange flowers on a deep blue ground. The vase has small round openings along the top. Designed by Alf Wallander and made by Rorstrand...
Category
Early 20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Bronze Art Deco Vase by GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget, Sweden, 1930s
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful bronze vase with amazing patina.
Made by GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget, Sweden, 1930s.
Excellent condition.
Stamped 'BRONS' and makers mark.
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
Swedish Designer, Vase, Stoneware, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A sizeable grey-glazed stoneware vase designed and produced in Sweden, 1940s.
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Stoneware
Graal Vase by Edward Hald for Orrefors, Sweden, 1953
By Orrefors, Edward Hald
Located in Stockholm, SE
Beautiful graal vase by Edward Hald, crystal clear with nuances of green. Beautiful underwater motif of fish, where the layers of glass create a lively, wat...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Glass
Group of 3 Brown Vases & Bowl, Rörstrand Gunnar Nylund, Mid-Century Vintage
Located in Stockholm, SE
A group of three vases and a bowl in a brown glaze designed by CGunnar Nylund at Rörstrand. The vases are 16.5, 16.5, 7.5 and 14.5 cm high and the bowl is 17.5 x 11 cm in diameter. T...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Porcelain
Pair of Paavo Tynell Candle Sticks For Taito Oy, 1920s
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Pair of Paavo Tynell candle sticks for Taito Oy, 1920s. Metal. Good vintage condition, patina consistent with age and use.
Paavo Tynell (1890-1973) is one of the most important nam...
Category
1920s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Metal
Stoneware Bowl by Berndt Friberg. Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1975. Beige / Off White
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful stoneware bowl with amazing glaze.
Made by master thrower Berndt Friberg, in the artist's studio at Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1975.
Great condition.
Incised signature 'Fribe...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Scandinavian Modern Box in Pewter, Guldsmedsaktiebolaget GAB -1934
Located in Örebro, SE
Art Deco pewter box, Guldsmedsaktiebolaget GAB -1934, with engraving AB.
Wear and patina consistent with age and use. Dents, dings and scratches. The inside of the lid with visible ...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Pewter
1970s Orrefors 'Corona' Crystal Bowl
By Orrefors
Located in Raleigh, US
Orrefors Swedish ‘Corona’ Heavy Crystal Bowl
This exquisite vintage crystal bowl from Orrefors, a renowned Swedish glass manufacturer, combines classic elegance with modern design. ...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Crystal
$334 Sale Price
20% Off
Axel Salto for Royal Copenhagen. Onion-shaped vase in stoneware with sung glaze.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Axel Salto (1889-1961) for Royal Copenhagen, Denmark.
The onion-shaped vase in stoneware with a relief pattern, decorated with sung glaze.
1940s.
First factory quality.
Signed Salto,...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Beautiful Ceramic Vase Hjördis Oldfors, Upsala Ekeby, "Cocos", 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
A lovely vase of model "Cocos" designed 1954 by Hjördis Oldfors at Upsala Ekeby. the Cocos-serie was only in production in 1954. This is the largest vase in the serie with model numb...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Porcelain
1950s Danish Teak Freeform Carved Nut Bowl Table Centerpiece Vintage Modern
By Finn Juhl
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Obscure Danish Design Company, AL-BO. Highly finished, thin walled Teak wedge-shaped bowl.
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Teak
$557 Sale Price
29% Off
Scandinavian glass artist. Handmade art glass vase in turquoise glass.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Scandinavian glass artist.
Handmade art glass vase in turquoise glass.
1970s.
Perfect condition.
Dimensions: H 18.0 cm x D 13.0 cm.
Category
1970s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Art Glass
Rare Pierre Forssell for Skultuna Solid Brass Candlesticks, 1960s, Sweden
Located in LEWES, GB
Stunning, modernist brass candlesticks designed by Pierre Forssell for Skultuna, Sweden. Stamped with makers mark. Five available. Price i...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
Just Andersen, Small Vase, Pewter, Denmark, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A 1930s vase by Just Andersen, Denmark. Base marked "Just A Denmark" and model number. Pewter.
Other designers of the period include Kaare Klint, Hans-Agne Jacobson, Paavo Tynell,...
Category
1930s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Pewter
Stoneware Egg Sculpture White & Turquoise by Hans Hedberg, Biot, France
By Hans Hedberg
Located in Stockholm, SE
Egg designed by the Swedish ceramicist Hans Hedberg, who lived and worked in Biot, France. This egg is 25 cm (10") high including the stand. It´s in excellent condition and it has a ...
Category
1960s French Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Bertil Vallien for Rörstrand Rainbow Porcelain Cylinder Vase, 1980s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Cylinder shaped shiny white porcelain vase from the Rainbow series designed by Bertil Vallien for Rörstrand in the 1980s. Swirling pastel lines on two sides in mint, rose, red, light...
Category
Late 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Porcelain
Scandinavian teak and string 8-place candle holder, 1960s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Very elegant
Category
1960s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Metal
Midcentury Danish Kähler Large Ceramic Low Bowl Green Black Gray Speckled Glaze
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Very rare large low bowl with very interesting glaze expression from the Danish ceramic workshop Kähler. The shape of this bowl and the glaze has a time...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
$764 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage Scandinavian Mid-century Modern Swedish Ice-Blue Diamond Glass Vase
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This Diamond glass vase was designed by Asta Strömberg for the Swedish glass factory Strömbergshyttan during the 1960s. The vase is made of high-quality ice-blue thick glass...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Cut Glass
$833 Sale Price
26% Off
Art Deco Footed Oval Bronze Bowl by Gross & Christensen, Denmark, 1930s
Located in Malmö, SE
A rare and beautiful art deco bronze bowl with amazing decor and patina.
Made by Gross & Christensen in Denmark, 1930s.
Great condition, only a few...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
Midcentury Brutalist Bronze Candleholder by Michael Harjes, Germany, 1960s
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Brutalist candleholder
Origin: Germany
Design producer: Michael Harjes
Material: bronze
Decade: 1960s
Description: This original vintage candleholder was prod...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
Unique Grey Stoneware Vase, Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand, 1961
Located in Stockholm, SE
A vase designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane at Rörstrand, it´s 17.5 cm in diameter, 13.5cm high and it´s in mint condition. This is a unique pot only made in one copy as you can see of th...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Octagonal Blue Vase, Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand, Mid Century Vintage 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
A octagonal vase designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane at Rörstrand in the mid century with a perfect blue glaze, the vase is 19.5 cm high and marked as 2nd quality. It is marked as 2nd qu...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Stoneware Vase by Berndt Friberg for Gustavsberg Studio, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful stoneware vase with amazing hare’s fur glaze.
Made by master thrower Berndt Friberg, in the artist's studio at Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1950s.
Excellent condition.
Incised s...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Nittsjö, Vase, Green-Glazed Earthenware, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A green-glazed earthenware vase designed and produced by Nittsjö, Sweden, 1940s.
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Earthenware
Large Bronze Art Deco Vase by Sune Backstrom, Sweden, 1920s
Located in Malmö, SE
A large and beautiful bronze vase with amazing patina. Designed by Sune Bäckström in Malmoe, Sweden, 1920s.
Great condition.
Stamped 'BRONS', model number '9017' and signature 'Su...
Category
1920s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand Vase AXZ, Midcentury Scandinavian Ceramic 1960s
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Absolutely stunning glaze on this vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand Sweden.
It's the model AXZ and it was designed and manufactured circa 1950s to 1960s.
The vase has an elegant s...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Anna-Lisa Thomson, Vase, Earthenware, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A white and blue-glazed earthenware vase designed by Anna-Lisa Thomson and produced by Upsala Ekeby, Sweden, 1930s.
Old reference #: 397
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Earthenware
Small Art Glass Bird Paperweight / Sculpture by Nuutajarvi of Finland
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous small art glass bird paperweight / sculpture by Nuutajarvi of Finland, circa 1980s. The sculpture is mouth blown and is in great vintage condition with no chips or cracks. T...
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Late 20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Art Glass
Vicke Lindstrom Hand-Chiseled Art Glass Bowl
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vicke Lindstrom hand-chiseled Art glass bowl. Has the look of a piece of ice that has been Chiseled and formed. Beautiful simple Bowl signed on bottom ...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Art Glass
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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