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
Equestrian theme hand carved wood horse sculpture with hidden compartment
Located in Ferndale, MI
Nicely hand carved somewhat stylized figure of a horse . Hidden compartment on the underside .
Category
Mid-20th Century American Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Hardwood
Brown Stoneware Vase by Swedish Ceramist Claes Thell, 1969
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, 1969.
Excellent condition. Signed Thell '69.
Claes Thell is a Swedish ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Vases by Tauno Wirkkala for Humppila, 1970s
By Humppila 1
Located in Vienna, AT
Handblown brown vase designed by Tauno Wirkkala in the 1970s for Humppila.
Category
1970s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Art Glass
Arne Bang Light Art Deco Stoneware Vase Model no 121, 1930s
By Arne Bang
Located in Odense, DK
Beautiful stoneware vase in light glazing handmade by Arne Bang in Denmark the 1930s. Painted with signature "AB" to base. Model no 121.
Arne Bang (1901-1983) was a Danish sculptor a...
Category
1930s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Stoneware
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.
Incised signature "NYLUND" and makers mark "R" for Rörstrand.
Great...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Ceramic Sculpture by Mari Simmulson for Upsala-Ekeby, Sweden
Located in Goteborg, SE
Ceramic sculpture made by the Swedish-Estonian artist Mari Simmulson. Simmulson came to Sweden as a refugee during the second world war and started her career at Gustavsberg. Shortly...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Brown Stoneware Vase by Yngve Blixt, Höganäs, Sweden, 1974
By Yngve Blixt
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful stoneware vase with amazing 'leopard' glaze.
Made by Yngve Blixt, in his studio in Höganäs, Sweden, 1974.
Excellent condition. Incised Yngve Blixt, Höganäs.
Yngve Blix...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Arvika Pair of Brass Wall Candlesticks by Lars Holmström, Sweden, 1960s
Located in Bromma, SE
Arvika Wall Candlesticks in Art Deco style. Hand hammered brass work by Arvika Konsthantverk. Design by Lars Holmström 1960s.
Arvika Konsthantverk stamp.
Excellent condition with onl...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
Carl Harry Stålhane for Rörstrand. Large ceramic bowl with glaze in brown tones.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Carl Harry Stålhane (1920-1990) for Rörstrand, Sweden.
Large ceramic bowl with glaze in brown tones.
Mid-20th century.
Signed.
Perfect condition.
First factory quality.
Dimensions: D...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Birger Kaipiainen Ceramic Plate with Flower and Beaded Detailing Rörstrand
Located in Stockholm, SE
This beautifully glazed stoneware plate, measuring 25 x 23 cm, is a stunning example of Birger Kaipiainen’s artistry, featuring intricate bead details and a lustrous glaze. The decor...
Category
1980s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Stoneware
Vase by Anna-Lisa Thomson. Upsala Ekeby, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful abd rare vase by Anna-Lisa Thomson for Upsala Ekeby, Sweden, 1940s.
Excellent condition.
Impressed 'EKEBY' and '18'.
Anna-Lisa Thomson (1905-1952) was born in the sout...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Earthenware
Hertha Bengtsson for Rörstrand. Large cylindrical ceramic vase.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Hertha Bengtsson (1917-1993) for Rörstrand Atelje.
Large cylindrical ceramic vase.
Modernist design.
Circa 1970.
Marked.
Perfect condition.
Dimensions: Height 24.0 cm. x diameter 10...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Midcentury Set of 14 silver-plated candlesticks by Kjell Engman, Sweden, 1979
By Kjell Engman, Gense
Located in Stockholm, SE
Set of 14 beautiful “Saturnus” candlesticks by Kjell Engman, made from silver-plated brass. Three different heights, all hold regular candles.
Height 33.5 / 27 / 21 cm
Diameter 12.5...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Silver Plate
Kaj Franck Blown Glass Rooster Bottle for Nuutajärvi 1963
Located in Helsinki, FI
A beautiful mould-blown glass decanter by the renowned designer Kaj Franck. This object has a distinctive cock stopper on the top, but can be used with or without. This particular series of decanters by Kaj Franck was manufactured for a limited time only, from 1955-1968. This beautiful and rare piece is signed Kaj Franck, Nuutajärvi notsjö -63, and is really something exceptional to own or collect.
Kaj Franck (1911-1989) was the artistic director of the Arabia ceramics company. He was one of the leading figures of Finnish design and an influential figure in design and applied arts between 1940-1980. His leading role and influence on Finnish design is celebrated with one of the most prestigious awards named after him (The Kaj Franck Award) .
We have a few more items by Kaj Franck on our selection on 1stdibs. The Kremlin bells...
Category
1960s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Blown Glass
Large Blue Bowl by Wilhelm Kage for Gustavsberg Studio, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Malmö, SE
A large and beautiful stoneware bowl with blue glaze.
Made by Wilhelm Kåge at Gustavsberg Studio in Sweden. In production 1958-1962.
Great condition, only a few light scratches.
Imp...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Finnish Candle Holder, 1930/1940s
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Finnish candle holder, 1930/1940s. Forged iron. Beautiful flower and fire details. Good vintage condition, patina consistent with age and use.
Category
1940s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Iron
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
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
Mid-Century Swedish Argenta Vase w/ Classical Figure on Reeds, 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 elegant va...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Stoneware
Mari Simmulson for Upsala-Ekeby, Large ceramic bowl decorated with female motif
Located in København, Copenhagen
Mari Simmulson for Upsala-Ekeby, Sweden.
Large ceramic bowl decorated with a female motif.
1960s.
Model number 4158.
In perfect condition.
Signed.
Dimensions: L 26,5 cm. x D 17.5 x H...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Stoneware Platter by Berndt Friberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Striking stoneware platter by Berndt Friberg, with a checkered decor in aquamarine, blue and purple. Heavy quality.
Berndt Friberg was a Swedish ceramicist, renowned for his stone...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Stoneware
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.
Great condition, with only a few light scratches.
Stamped 'BRONS' and makers mark.
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
Erik Hoglund / Engraved Bowl'Crystal' / Boda Glasbruk / 1960s
By Erik Höglund
Located in Shibuya-Ku, JP
An art piece carved into crystal glass using the engraving technique. The deep and rough sculpture is by Eric Högland himself. Engraved with 6 bir...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Art Glass
Large Pinja Crystal Vase by Tapio Wirkkala for Iittala, Finland, 1988
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Large Pinja Crystal Vase
Tapio Wirkkala
Iittala, Finland, 1988
Signed and Dated on the bottom
"Tapio Wirkkala (1915-1985) was a multitalented design genius, widely considered a l...
Category
1980s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Cut Glass
Set 4 Cathrineholm Norway MidCentury Modern Enamel Metal White/Brown Lotus Bowls
Located in Chesterfield, NJ
Very nice set of four enamel on metal bowls designed by Grete Prytz Kittelsen and Arne Clausen for Cathrineholm of Norway. These 5.5 inch diameter bowls have the white lotus design o...
Category
1960s Norwegian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Metal
Kay Bojesen (1886-1958). ‘Ruth’ - songbird in beech wood.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Kay Bojesen (1886-1958).
‘Ruth’ - songbird in beech wood. This songbird is named after Bojesens Swedish daughter-in-law.
Hand painted.
Dating: 2000s
New and unused condition. In ori...
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Kay Bojesen (1886-1958). ‘Alfred’ songbird in beech wood.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Kay Bojesen (1886-1958).
‘Alfred’ songbird in beech wood. ‘Alfred’ is named after one of Kay Bojesens great-great-grandchildren.
Hand painted.
Dating: 2000s
New and unused condition...
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Small Swedish Crystal Vase by Strombergshyttan
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Vintage handcrafted oval shaped aqua blue crystal vase by Strombergshyttan. Signed on bottom.
Artist: Asta Stromberg
Manufacturer: Strombergshyttan
Origin: Sweden
Year: ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Crystal
Rare Pair of solid brass Candlesticks. Rustickly cast. Denmark Mid-20th century
Located in København K, 84
A rare pair of solid and heavy brass candlesticks from mid-20th century Denmark is a captivating testament to the fusion of craftsmanship and design inherent in the era's decorative ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
Scandinavian Modern Ceramic Bowl signed by Mari Simmulson for Uppsala Ekeby 1950
Located in Stockholm, SE
Signed by Mari Simmulson (1911–2000) for Uppsala-Ekeby.
Mari Simmulson was born in St. Petersburg and moved to Sweden in 1944. She had previously worked under Wilhelm Kåge at Gustavs...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Earthenware
Kastrup Glas, Denmark, a Pair of Large and Rare Vases in Turquoise Art Glass
Located in København, Copenhagen
Kastrup Glas, Denmark. A pair of large and rare vases in turquoise mouth-blown art glass. Ca. 1960.
Measures: 43 x 12.5 cm.
In excellent condition.
Sticker.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Art Glass
Beautiful Minimalsitic Sculptural 14kg/30lb Kettlebell, Stainless Steel, Walnut
Located in Berlin, DE
Kettlebell series in walnut.
Perfectly shaped stainless steel, noble solid wood and fine brass details, this kettlebell is an absolute eye-catcher. The handle is in a league of its ...
Category
2010s German Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass, Stainless Steel
Mari Simmulson for Upsala Ekeby. Square ceramic bowl. Geometric pattern
Located in København, Copenhagen
Mari Simmulson (1911-2000) for Upsala Ekeby. Square ceramic bowl. Geometric pattern. Glaze in blue shades.
Approximately 1960.
Model 8025.
Marked.
In excellent condition with minimal...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
ceramic vase by Arne Bang decorated with leaves
By Arne Bang
Located in Kiel, SH
Beautiful Vase with applicated leaves by Arne Bang
1930s
Category
1930s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Midcentury 1.6kg 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 produced in th...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
Scandinavian Wooden Candleholders, Set of 6
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
Ten Wall-Mounted Candle Holders by Pierre Forsell, Sweden 1950s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Pierre Forsell & Skultuna - Scandinavian Modern Design
A beautiful and decorative set of 10 wall-mounted candleholders, Pendal no 71, by Pierre Forsell.
Made by Skultuna, Swede...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
Lisa Larson for Gustavsberg. Stoneware figurine. Boy with a bucket.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Lisa Larson for Gustavsberg. Stoneware figurine from the "Children of the World" series.
Boy with a bucket.
In perfect condition.
Marked.
Dimensions: H 13.0 cm x W 8.5 cm.
Category
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Modernist Silver and Bronze Candlesticks by Olof Barve, Sweden, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pair of beautiful bronze and silver candlesticks by Olof Barve, in a design which combines graphic minimalism with an organic expression. The 90 degree angle of each candlestick make...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze, Silver
Wastepaper bin in teak by Einar Barnes, PS Heggen, Norway, 1960s
By Einar Barnes , P.S. Heggen
Located in Hägersten, SE
Wastepaper bin designed by Einar Barnes. Produced in Norway by PS Heggen during the 1950s. Made from laminated teak and beech wood. Very good vintage condition with age related wear ...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Beech, Teak
Large Scandinavian Modern Ceramics Table Lamp by Ulla Winblad, Sweden, 1960s
Located in Odense, DK
Unique piece of Scandinavian Modern design made by artist Ulla Winblad at "Alingsås Keramik" in Sweden in the 1960s. Handmade and hand decorated earthenware in colored glazing by Win...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Stoneware
Large Vase in 'Disko' Metal by Just Andersen, Made in Denmark, 1940s
Located in Lejre, DK
Vase in disco metal model 2411 by Ib Just Andersen. Mad in Denmark Denmark, 1940s. Great original condition.
Category
1940s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Metal
Set of 4 Swedish Wall Candlesticks by Pierre Forssell for Skultuna
Located in Stockholm, Stockholms län
Set of four wall mounted “Pendulum” candlesticks designed by Pierre Forssell. Manufactured in Sweden by Skultuna during the 1960s. Made from polished brass. All signed, engraved.
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
Jens Quistgaard for Dansk MCM Teak set of 6 Graduated Sizes - Candle Holders
By Jens Quistgaard, Dansk
Located in St. Louis, MO
Nice set of six sold teak wood & brass Jens Quistgaard for Dansk mid-century modern graduated in size candle holders or candlesticks. In fine original condition, one owner set, show...
Category
1970s Thai Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
“Fritidsflickan” – Bronze Sculpture by Stig Blomberg for Ystad Brons, Sweden
Located in Staffanstorp, SE
A striking and spirited bronze sculpture titled “Fritidsflickan” (The Leisure Girl), designed by acclaimed Swedish sculptor Stig Blomberg and produced by Ystad Brons in the mid-20th ...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
Art Noveau bronze vase by Hugo Elmqvist, Sweden, early 20th century
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Lovely bronze vase attributed to Elsa Kock and made by Hugo Elmqvist in Sweden during the first half of the 20th century.
Category
Early 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
Danish Mid-Century Modern Holmegaard Pink Glass Vase
Located in Queens, NY
Danish Mid-Century Modern bottle-shaped pink and white case glass vase with a long cylindrical neck and a wide, flat rim ("Gul" vase by OTTO BRAUER for HOLMEGAARD)
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Glass
Scandinavian Modern Anna-Lisa Thomson Stoneware Vase in Jade green, Sweden
Located in Stockholm, SE
Scandinavian Modern Anna-Lisa Thomson stoneware vase in Jade green, Uppsala Ekeby,
Introducing the stunning jade green vase by Anna-Lisa Tho...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage 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 1936-41.
Excellent condition. Impressed 'Rörstrand / ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Teak and electric blue desk organizer by Danish cabinetmaker
Located in Hägersten, SE
Desk organizer hand made by Danish cabinetmaker. Beautifully crafted from teak and maple with blue colored inside of the drawers. Nice details with curved fronts of the drawers, hand...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Maple, Teak, Paint
Swedish modern brass candelabras by Gunnar Ander for Ystad Metall, Sweden, 1950s
By Gunnar Ander
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Set of candelabras designed by Gunnar Ander for Ystad Metall in the 1950s.
Made in brass with six arms. Original condition with patina.
Marked on bottom.
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
Lisa Larson for Gustavsberg. Stoneware figure from "All the world's children."
Located in København, Copenhagen
Lisa Larson for Gustavsberg. Stoneware figure from "All the world's children."
Height 11 cm.
In perfect condition.
Marked.
Category
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Gertrud Lonegren Group of Three Ceramic Vases with Fish Motif for Rorstrand
Located in New York, NY
Group of 3 unique Scandinavian Modern, Swedish Art Deco studio vases by Gertrud Lonegren for Rorstrand with fish motif. Created circa 1938-1942.
Sizes: 11" high to 7.75".
Category
Early 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
$3,300 Sale Price / set
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Kjell Engman for Kosta Boda Sweden High Heel Shoe on Pillow figurine
By Kjell Engman
Located in Delft, NL
Kjell Engman for Kosta Boda Sweden High Heel Shoe on Pillow figurine
Category
1990s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Art Glass
Mari Simmulson for Upsala Ekeby. Ceramic bowl in brown and green glaze.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Mari Simmulson for Upsala Ekeby.
Ceramic bowl in brown and green glaze. Modernist design.
Model 6075.
Ca. 1960.
Marked.
Perfect condition.
Dimensions: Diameter 21.0 cm x Height 8.0 cm.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Midcentury Brutalist Bronze Candleholder by Michael Harjes, Germany, 1960s no1
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Brutalist candleholder
Origin: Germany
Design producer: Michael Harjes
Material: bronze
Decade: 1960s
Description: This original vintage candleholder, was pro...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
Hjördis Oldfors for Upsala Ekeby. Rare flower pot with stripes.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Hjördis Oldfors for Upsala Ekeby. Rare flower pot. Modernist design with stripes. Turquoise and purple glaze.
Ca. 1960.
Marked.
In perfect condition. Two drilled holes in the bottom....
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand, Bowl in Glazed Ceramics, Mid-20th C
Located in København, Copenhagen
Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand. Bowl in glazed ceramics.
Beautiful glaze in brown shades. Mid-20th century
Measures: 17 x 11 cm.
Height: 4.5 cm.
Stamped.
In excellent condition.
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
“Veckla” Bowl by Stig Lindberg
Located in Stockholm, SE
Striking, large “Veckla” bowl by Stig Lindberg. Rare model with the characteristic, smoothly folded design. Made in carrara stoneware.
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Stoneware
Bjørn Wiinblad Candlestick Made of Porcelain, Decorated in Gold, 1980s
Located in København, Copenhagen
Bjørn Wiinblad candlestick made of porcelain, decorated in gold, 1980s.
In perfect condition.
Measures: 21.5 x 5.2 cm.
Stamped.
Category
1980s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Porcelain
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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Mantle Urns
Millefiori Antique
Italian Bronze Clock
Majolica Rooster
Mantel Chime Clock
Italian Cigarette Case
Italian Crucifix
Mayan Mid Century
Gold Squirrel
Hamada Shoji
Large German Porcelain Figure
Metal Cigarette Case
Marble Torchere
Italy Tazza