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 3 Stoneware Floor Vases by Gunnar Nylund. Rorstrand, Sweden, 1940s.
Located in Malmö, SE
A set of three beautiful stoneware vases with amazing glaze.
Designed by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1940s.
Great condition.
Incised signature "G.N." and makers mark, Rörs...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
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
Roller glass vase by Kerttu Nurminen for Nuutajärvi, Finland 1980s
Located in STRASBOURG, FR
Vintage roller glass vase with abstract decor, rare piece by Kerttu Nurminen for Nuutajärvi Finland circa 1980
In great overall condition, no damage t...
Category
1980s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Blown Glass
$336 Sale Price
32% Off
Unique Midcentury Stoneware Sculpture by Bengt Berglund, Gustavsberg, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Unique stoneware sculpture by Bengt Berglund, in an abstract, organic form with a hole with frayed edges. Blue, aubergine and ochre colored glaze.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Stoneware
Stig Lindberg Unique bowl/ vide poche in Brown Glazed Made by Hand Sweden 60s
Located in Forest, BE
Brown glazed bowl / vide poche by Swedish master ceramicist Stig Lindberg. From light brown to dark brown. Elegant details and nice pattern. Unique p...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
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...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
Mari Simmulson for Upsala Ekeby. Ceramic bowl. Rare model. Animal motif.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Mari Simmulson (1911-2000) for Upsala Ekeby.
Ceramic bowl. Rare model.
Polychrome glaze. Animal motif.
Approximately 1960.
Model number: 4068.
Marked.
In excellent condition with pin...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
$320 Sale Price
20% Off
Stoneware Vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful stoneware vase with handle.
Designed by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1950s.
Great condition. Incised signature "G.N." and Rörstrands three crowns.
Gunnar Ny...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, 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.
Excellent condition.
Stamped 'BRONS' and makers mark.
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
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
Berndt Friberg, Gustavsberg Studio. Ceramic bowl with glaze in blue-green tones
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Berndt Friberg (1899-1981) for Gustavsberg Studio, Sweden.
Unique ceramic bowl with glaze in blue-green tones.
Mid-20th century.
Signed.
In excellent condition with glaze imperfecti...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
$480 Sale Price
20% Off
White 'Carrara' Footed Bowl by Wilhelm Kage for Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1930s
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful 'Swedish Modern' stoneware footed bowl with white 'Carrara' glaze.
Made by Wilhelm Kåge at Gustavsberg in Sweden, 1930s.
Great condition.
Stamped 'Gustavsberg / CARRAR...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Jens Quistgaard Candelabra, Cast Iron
Located in Oakland, CA
Danish sculptural candelabra designed Jens Quistgaard circa 1960 Denmark.
Measurements
W 4.35'' x D 4.35'' x H 7''.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Iron
GAB Bronze Decorative Plates With Female Motif- a Pair
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A pair of decorative bronze plates with female motif by GAB, Guldsmedsaktiebolaget. Wonderful patina with the bronze showing a greenish effect...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
Chandelier with Four Arms by Gunnar Ander
By Gunnar Ander
Located in San Francisco, CA
An iron candelabra with four arms for candles for Kosta Boda with blue and clear glass finials on each arm.
Denmark, circa 1960s.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Iron
Josef Frank Candlestick Produced by Svenskt Tenn in Sweden
By Josef Frank
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Candlestick (the knot of friendship) in brass designed by Josef Frank. Produced by Svenskt Tenn in Sweden.
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
Midcentury Brutalist Bronze TRIPOD 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 the 1960s in Germany. Designed and executed by Michael Harjes, Germany. It is made of solid bronze, and has a lovely patination due to the age of about 60 years. It is a high quality handmade blacksmith work with a fantastic surface structure and sculptural Brutalist optic. With its original formed shape, it can hold 3 candles...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
$899 Sale Price
20% Off
Scandinavian Modern Pair of Candle Holders In Bronze ca 1930-40's
Located in Örebro, SE
Scandinavian Modern Pair of Candle Holders In Bronze ca 1930-40's.
Unsigned.
Good vintage condition, wear and patina consistent with a...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
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
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.
Good condition, with a few light scratches. Please note: it has an inscription (pic...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
Pair Black Modernist Bowls in Copper by Gunnar Ander Ystad Metall Sweden
Located in Vorst, BE
Pair of Swedish Copper bowls or by Gunnar Ander. Produced by Ystad-Metall, located in the town of Ystad in Sweden.
Very elegant oval modernist bowls or vide-poche. Both are signed...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass, Enamel
$468 Sale Price
20% Off
Swedish modern plaster statuette of sitting female by Bror Hjorth, 1950s
Located in Hägersten, SE
Sculpture of sitting female model by Bror Hjorth. Made in Sweden during the 1950s. Hand carved from plaster. Signed. Good vintage condition with age related wear and patina.
Artis...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Plaster
XL 70cm Modernist Sculptural Brutalist Copper TRIPOD Candleholder, Austria 1950s
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Brutalist floor candleholder with tripod stand
Origin: Austria
Material: Solid copper candleholder
Decade: 1950s
Description: This original vintage candleholder, was pro...
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Copper
Paavo & Helena Tynell Cast Brass Bowl Model no. 4, Taito 1940s
Located in Helsinki, FI
Before Tynell was known as the man who `illuminated Finland´, and early in his career he used to make all kinds of bowls and other decorative items in different variations and sizes....
Category
1940s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
Taisto Kaasinen Ceramic Art Zebra & Foal Sculpture, Arabia 1960s
Located in Helsinki, FI
An impressive ceramic sculpture designed by Taisto Kaasinen for Arabia in Finland in the 1960s. Featuring two resting zeebras, a mother and her baby, the design is in line with the a...
Category
1960s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
$4,167 Sale Price
20% Off
Paavo Tynell, brass vase made by Taito, circa 1940.
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Hägersten-Liljeholmen, Stockholms län
Paavo Tynell bowl made in solid brass by Taito oy during the 40's in finland. The bowl is made in solid brass with decoration carving. The bowl is in really overhall condition and is stamp by TAITO. Paavo Tynell is one of the leading designer of its time and insipred many other scandinavian designer such as Alvar Aalto, Axel Einar Hjorth, Hans Agne Jakobsson or Josef Franck.
Category
1940s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
Stoneware Vase by Anja Jaatinen-Winqvist for Arabia, Finland, 1960s.
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful and unique stoneware vase with amazing glaze.
Made by Anja Jaatinen-Winqvist for Arabia, Finland, 1960s.
Great condition.
Incised signature "AIJ", "ARABIA", and "FINLAN...
Category
Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Pierre Forssell for Skultuna. Pair of "Reflex" wall-mounted candle holders.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Pierre Forssell for Skultuna. A pair of "Reflex" wall-mounted candle holders.
Polished brass.
From the 21st century.
Designed in the late 1960s.
In perfect condition. Like new.
Dimen...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
$320 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Scandinavian Vintage Ceramic Light Blue Vase
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Handmade Scandinavian midcentury modern round ceramic vase. Light aqua blue glaze with caramel colored speckles. Plump shape with short neck. Beautiful vintage condition.
Category
Late 20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
$266 Sale Price
25% Off
White Ceramic Vase by Anna-Lisa Thomson. Upsala Ekeby, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful vase with amazing relief pattern.
Designed by Anna-Lisa Thomson for Upsala Ekeby, Sweden, 1940s.
Excellent condition.
Impressed 'EKEBY'.
Anna-Lisa Thomson (1905-1952) ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Earthenware
Midcentury Stoneware Bowl by Berndt Friberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Lovely miniature stoneware bowl by Berndt Friberg. Triangular form with rounded corners, undulating edge. Elegant blue hare’s fur glaze.
Berndt Friberg was a Swedish ceramicist, ren...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Stoneware
Royal Copenhagen Vase, Denmark, 1950s
Located in New York, NY
Royal Copenhagen
Trumpet shaped porcelain vase, terracotta and grey crackle glaze with gold decorative trim.
Marks on base. Denmark, 1950s
Dimensions: 9.5 height x 5.5 diameter.
...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Porcelain
American Walnut Massive Oval Large Bowl
By Dansk
Located in San Diego, CA
Solid walnut hand carved oval bowl beautiful condition , solid heavy and nice shape multiple uses .
Category
20th Century American Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Walnut
Cobalt blue glass vide-poche by Willy Johansson for Hadeland, Norway, 1970s
Located in Lyon, FR
Beautiful empty-pocket, trinket dish or ashtray designed by Willy Johansson for Hadeland Glassverk, Norway, from the 1970s.
Crystal glass.
Part of the Nautilus serie, its blue cobalt...
Category
1970s Norwegian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Crystal
Stellaria Ice Bowl by Tapio Wirkkala 1960s Littala Finland #3450
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Textured glass bowl from the "Stellaria" series by Tapio Wirkkala for Iittala Finland. Model #3450. Classic "ice" design. Excellent condition. Etched signed "Tapio Wirkkala #3450" on...
Category
Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Glass
Mari Simmulson for Upsala Ekeby. Ceramic bowl. Rare model. 1960s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Mari Simmulson (1911-2000) for Upsala Ekeby.
Ceramic bowl. Rare model.
Polychrome glaze. Featuring a woman's face and a bird motif.
Approximately from the 1960s.
Model number: 4068.
...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
$288 Sale Price
20% Off
Royal Copenhagen, Baca faience bowl with floral motif in modernist style. 1970s.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Royal Copenhagen, Baca faience bowl with floral motif in modernist style.
1970s.
Stamped.
First factory quality.
Perfect condition.
Dimensions: D 22.5 cm x H 4.0 cm.
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Faience
$160 Sale Price
20% Off
Olle Alberius for Orrefors Sweden Residence Crystal Bowl, Scandinavian Modern
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Vintage bowl was created by Olle Alberius for Orrefors Sweden as a part of Residence series; it features undulating curved faceted sides in clear crystal. Residence series was in pr...
Category
1980s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Crystal
Josef Frank "The Knot of Friendship" candelabra, Sweden 1930's
By Josef Frank
Located in Malibu, CA
Vänskapsknuten (the Knot of Friendship) brass candle holder designed by Josef Frank Candlestick for Svenskt Tenn. Sweden, 1930’s.
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
Arthur Andersson, Rare Mid-Century Stoneware Vase, Wallakra, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Malmö, SE
A rare and beautiful stoneware vase with an amazing zig zag pattern.
Made by Arthur Andersson for Wallakra, Sweden, 1950s
Great condition.
Incised signature 'AWA' and makers mark ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
A Lightbrown Vintage Ceramic Bowl - Gunnar Nylund - Rörstrand Sweden 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
A light brown bowl with a lovely glaze, it is designed by Gunnar Nylund at Rörstrand, the bowl is 10 x 7.5 cm (4" x 3") in diameter. It´s in excellent condition except from some craq...
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 blue vases designed by Tauno Wirkkala in the 1970s for Humppila.
Price for both
Category
1970s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Art Glass
Clear Glass Decanter "People" by Erik Höglund, Boda, Sweden, 1950s
By Boda, Erik Höglund
Located in Hägersten, SE
"People" decanter designed by Erik Höglund. produced by Boda during the 1950s. Made from hand blown clear glass. Signed underneath according to picture. Good vintage condition with a...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Blown Glass
Scandinavian Modern C.G. Hallberg Silver Plated Jar Lid with Mermaid
Located in New York, NY
Scandinavian Modern silver plated lidded jar by C.G. Hallberg, Stockholm, Sweden. The lid feature a mermaid figure holding a baby dolphin. A very clean Minimalist design with engrave...
Category
Early 20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Silver Plate
Large Stoneware Vase by Berndt Friberg for Gustavsberg Studio, Sweden, 1963
Located in Malmö, SE
A large and beautiful stoneware vase with amazing hare’s fur glaze.
Made by master thrower Berndt Friberg, in the artist's studio at Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1963.
Excellent condition. ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Large Stoneware Bowl by Berndt Friberg for Gustavsberg Studio, Sweden, 1962
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful stoneware bowl with amazing hare’s fur glaze.
Made by master thrower Berndt Friberg, in the artist's studio at Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1962.
Great condition.
Incised signa...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
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.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Art Glass
$192 Sale Price
20% Off
Pewter Vase by Sylvia Stave for C.G. Hallberg, Sweden, 1930s
Located in Hägersten, SE
Vase produced in Stockholm by C. G. Hallberg. Most likely designed by Sylvia Stave, art director for C. G Hallberg during this time (1931-39). Made from pewter. Good condition with p...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Pewter
Lisa Larson for Gustavsberg, Sweden. Ceramic candlestick. Sitting elf. 20th C.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Lisa Larson for Gustavsberg.
Ceramic candlestick.
Sitting elf.
Late 20th century.
In perfect condition.
Signed.
Dimensions: W 9.0 cm x H 13.3 cm.
Category
Late 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
$224 Sale Price
20% Off
Swedish Decorative Leaf Dish by Anna-Lisa Thomson for Upsala-Ekeby, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, Stockholms län
Beautiful dish/ tray designed by Anna-Lisa Thomson, manufactured by Upsala-Ekeby in Sweden during the 1950s. Made from chamotte stoneware.
Ceramic in a leaf shape. The bowl is partia...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Stoneware
Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Atelje Lyktan. Table lamp for candles.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Hans-Agne Jakobsson (1919-2009), Atelje Lyktan, Åhus, Sweden.
Table lamp in red glass and brass for candles.
From the 1970s.
In perfect condition.
Dimensions: Height 25.5 cm x Diamet...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
$288 Sale Price
20% Off
Pair of Pewter Candlesticks Holders by Just Andersen Produced in Denmark, 1940s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare pair of Danish mid century pewter candlesticks holders produced in Denmark, 1940s. In good original condition. Stamped.
Dimensions: H: 16 cm / 6.30" W: 9,5 cm / 3.75" D: 9,5 c...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Pewter
Scandinavian Modern Lars Holmström Geometric Brass Candlestick Holder
Located in Kramfors, SE
Scandinavian modern candlestick holder by Lars Holmström, Arvika Sweden. The candlestick holder has seven arms and boasts a geometric but simplistic design. It is made in brass and h...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
Stoneware Vase by Stig Lindberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Cute stoneware vase by Stig Lindberg, in a plump design. Decor of spheres around the mouth. Brown glaze in lighter and darker hues.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Stoneware
Nils Landberg Vase Produced by Orrefors in Sweden
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare and large glass vase designed by Nils Landberg. Produced by Orrefors in Sweden. Signed ‘Orrefors expo -63 Landberg’.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Glass
Scandinavian Modern Faience platter by Hans Hedberg, Biot, France
By Hans Hedberg
Located in Stockholm, SE
Beautiful small platter by Hans Hedberg, made in faience. Almond shaped with striking blue glaze covered with litchen-like flecks.
Category
1970s French Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Faience
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.
Good condition. Marked as second due to an irregularity in the glaze (from ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Tapio Wirkkala / VASE "LICHEN" /"FINGER VASE" L Crystal Edition 3515 / Iittala
Located in Shibuya-Ku, JP
Designed in 1949 and manufactured from 1950 to 1964.
This art piece, named ‘Lichen/Finger,’ was one of the pieces exhibited at the 1951 Milan Triennale.
The form, which resembles lon...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass
1950s Danish Staved Teak Quaich Midcentury Winged Viking Bowl Centrepiece
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Denmark, circa 1950s. Staved teak bowl designed by Jens Quistgaard for Dansk. A midcentury re-interpretation of the traditional wooden Quaich. Measures: 10 5/8 inches high, 10 inches...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Teak
$570 Sale Price
40% Off
White Stoneware Vase by Kurt Ekholm. Arabia, Finland, 1940s. Crackle Glaze.
Located in Malmö, SE
A rare and beautiful hand made stoneware vase with amazing crackle glaze.
Designed by Kurt Ekholm at Arabia, Finland, 1940s.
Excellent condition.
Stamped with makers mark: 'ARABIA'...
Category
Mid-20th Century Finnish 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.