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
Full Set of White 'Surrea' Vases by Wilhelm Kage for Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Malmö, SE
Five stunning 'Surrea' stoneware vases with 'Carrara' glaze.
Made by Wilhelm Kåge at Gustavsberg Studio in Sweden, 1940s.
Excellent condition.
Stamped 'Gustavsberg / SURREA'.
Th...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Rare Pair of Danish Modern Teak & Silver Atomic Age Candleholders
By Georg Jensen
Located in San Diego, CA
A very rare pair of Danish modern Atomic age, candle holders we never seen or had these set in a stock, solid teak vase with silver legs and tops you can fit tapered long candles, we...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Silver
$300 Sale Price / set
20% Off
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
Danish Modern Solid Hand Carved Teak Freeform Bowl Catch It All
By Kay Bojesen
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful solid teak hand-carved bowl freshly refinished and oiled , nice shape delicate , stamped in the bottom.
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Teak
$180 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Birgitta Ara, Finnish (1935 - 2009) Three Bronze Sculptures - Faith, Hope & Love
By Birgitta Ara
Located in Hanover, MA
Birgitta Ara, Finnish (1934 - 2009) three bronze sculptures from 1980, edition number 2/12, each signed 'ara 2/12' (4)
Birgitta Majlis Juslin, later Birgitta Ara, born 7 August 1934 in Helsinki. Parents singer and actor Ture Ara and public school teacher Elsie Juslin.
Born in Helsinki in 1934, Ara studied decorative painting at the School of Art and Design from 1952-1955. Later she moved to Paris to model and eventually returned to her art by the 1970's when she exhibited copper sculpture reliefs at the Ecole Nationale Superiere des Arts.
She won numerous awards, including the Prix des Jeunes in an exhibition for women's art at the Museum of Modern Art, and a relief was selected for the Salon d'Automne, the art salon in the Grand Palais. She received the Grand Prix de Sculpture at the International Exhibition for women's art in the National Museum of Modern Art in Paris. She eventually returned to Finland in 1991.
Provenance: Estate of Countess Margareta Douglas
From the Estate of Countess Margareta Douglas, Rivanna Farm, Charlottesville, VA
A 10,000 sq ft estate with multiple royal...
Category
1980s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
Vintage "Pinus" Glass Vase by Tapio Wirkalla for Iitalla
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Vintage glass crystal "Pinus" (translates to 'Pine' in English) vase by Tapio Wirkalla for Iitalla. Inspired by the natural organic forms of wood and ice.
Artist: Tapio Wirkalla
...
Category
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Crystal
Olle Alberius for Rörstrand. "Sarek" ceramic vase in a modernist design
Located in København, Copenhagen
Olle Alberius for Rörstrand. "Sarek" ceramic vase in a modernist design with circles. Light blue and brown glaze. Hand-painted.
Mid-20th century.
Marked.
In perfect condition.
Dimens...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Vintage 1950s Jens H. Quistgaard for Dansk Design Bowl, Made in Denmark
By Dansk, Jens Quistgaard
Located in San Diego, CA
Large bowl designed by Jens Harald Quistgaard. Produced in Denmark by Dansk during the 1950s. Made from solid staved teak. Good vintage condition. Aside from its utilitarian duty, th...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Teak
Vintage Mid-century Modern Swedish Scandinavian Transparent Crystal Tulip Vase
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This Tulip crystal vase was designed by Jan Johansson for the Swedish glassworks Orrefors during the 1970s. Transparent vase made of lead art crystal glass. It is shaped like a tulip...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Crystal
$564 Sale Price
26% Off
Arthur Andersson Large Incised Floor Vase, Sweden, Wallåkra, c.1950's , signed
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Large Floor Lamp inn Excellent Condition with a beautiful Sand and Blue color and incised motif, signed.
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
1960's Large Scandinavian Stellaria Glass Bowl by Tapio Wirkkala Finland
Located in Wayne, NJ
A gorgeous textured glass bowl from the "Stellaria" series by Tapio Wirkkala for Iittala of Finland. Modeled #3450 and featuring Tapio's Classic "i...
Category
1960s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Glass
$680 Sale Price
20% Off
Teak Catch All or Jewelry Holder, 1960s
Located in San Diego, CA
Teak divided catch all, nut tray or jewelry holder, Denmark, 1960s.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Teak
$196 Sale Price
20% Off
Pair of Small MidCentury Scandinavian Modern Collectible Glazed Stoneware Bowls
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
1. Height 4 cm Width 11 cm Depth 11 cm
2. Height 3 cm Width 9 cm Depth 9 cm
This set of 2 miniature bowls was designed by Gunnar Borg for the Swedish manufacture Höganäs Kerami...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
$806 Sale Price
20% Off
Heidi Fournier for Kähler, Denmark. Large ceramic bowl with floral motifs
Located in København, Copenhagen
Heidi Fournier for Kähler, Denmark.
Large ceramic bowl. Floral motifs on a cream-coloured base.
Approximately from the 1960s.
In perfect condition with natural crackling from produc...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Bronze Vase by GAB
Located in Long Island City, NY
Patinated bronze vase by GAB, Sweden, Circa 1930th-40th.
Marked by manufacturer.
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
$1,800 Sale Price
40% Off
Swedish Modern Bowl in Pewter by GAB, 1930
Located in Örebro, SE
Very rare bowl in pewter with brass rim by GAB -1930.
Lovely piece decorated with lions and palm-trees.
Signed with makers mark.
Wear consistent with age and use.
Pewter and ...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass, Pewter
Scandinavian Modern Porcelain "Atlantis" Bowl by Rolf Sinnemark, Rörstrand
Located in New York, NY
Large beautiful postmodern porcelain "Atlantis" bowl by Rolf Sinnemark for Rorstrand, Sweden. The black glazed bowl is decorated on the exterior and interior with depictions of obeli...
Category
Late 20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Porcelain
Extra Large Modernist Vintage Sculptural Brutalist Metal Candleholder, Austria
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article:
Brutalist candleholder
Origin:
Austria
Material:
solid metal handmade
Decade:
1960s
Description:
This original vintage candleholder, was p...
Category
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Metal
$859 Sale Price
20% Off
Brown Art Deco Ceramic Globe Vase by Ewald Dahlskog, Bo Fajans, Sweden, 1930s
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful Art Deco globe vase with amazing 'Iron' glaze.
Designed by Ewald Dahlskog for Bo Fajans (Bobergs Fajansfabrik), Sweden.
This model 'Kulvas' was first exhibited at the ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Kahler, Denmark, Glazed Stoneware Dish Bowl, circa 1940s
Located in København, Copenhagen
Kähler, Denmark, glazed stoneware dish bowl.
circa 1940s.
Stamped.
Measures: 21.5 cm. X 3.5 cm.
In perfect condition.
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
$192 Sale Price
20% Off
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
Stig Lindberg (1916-1982) for Gustavsberg. Horse figurine in glazed stoneware.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Stig Lindberg (1916-1982) for Gustavsberg.
Horse figurine in glazed stoneware in a light green shade.
In excellent condition.
Signed: Gustavsberg Sweden.
Sticker.
Dimensions: B 16.0...
Category
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Stoneware
Set of Two '2' Danish Mid-Century Modern Candlestick Holders in Walnut
By Rude Osolnik
Located in Deland, FL
This set of Danish candlestick holders by Rude Osolnik are in nearly perfect original condition. Both perfectly minimal and yet statement making all at once this set, made from solid...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Walnut
Candelabra by Gunnar Ander for Ystad Metall, Sweden, 1960's
Located in London, GB
Gunnar Ander born, in 1976 Sweden, designed the candelabra for Ystad Metall, Sweden 1960's made of black lacquered metal arms and have six brass cup shaped candle holders for regular...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass, Metal
Scandinavian Modern Vase In Pewter, CG Hallberg -1938
By CG Hallberg
Located in Örebro, SE
Scandinavian Modern vase in pewter, CG Hallberg -1938.
Signed with makers mark.
Good vintage condition, wear and patina consistent with age and use.
Marks, scratches, smaller dent.
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Pewter
Pair Mid-Century Candelabra in black Metal by Gunnar Ander Ystad Metall Sweden
Located in Vorst, BE
Pair of Swedish Modernist candle holders for 7 candles, designed by Gunnar Ander. Produced by Ystad-Metall, located in the town of Ystad in Sweden.
Made of steel, painted black wit...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Copper, Steel
$890 Sale Price / set
25% Off
1940s Swedish Modernist Pewter Vase, Signed K&R Prima Svenskt Tenn
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A vintage Swedish double vase made of pewter, circa 1940s. Great minimalist/ modernist style with some deco/ machine age type influence. Nicely proportioned and well made, this is on...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Pewter
Bowl in Pewter by Rolf Engströmer for Fabriksaktiebolaget Kronsilver -1935
Located in Örebro, SE
Scandinavian Modern bowl in pewter by Rolf Engströmer for Fabriksaktiebolaget Kronsilver -1935.
Good vintage condition, wear and patina consistent with age and use.
Marks, scratches,...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Pewter
Mari Simmulson for Upsala Ekeby, Sweden. Ceramic vase in a modernist style.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Mari Simmulson (1911-2000) for Upsala Ekeby, Sweden.
Ceramic vase in a modernist style. Glaze in orange and brown tones.
Designed in 1968.
Model 8052M.
Marked.
In good condition, sm...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Gunnel Sahlin "Jazz" Glass Vase for Kosta Boda, Sweden, circa 1980
Located in New York, NY
Gunnel Sahlin, soft form "Jazz" vase in black and white glass for Kosta Boda, Sweden, circa 1980.
Height: 11”.
Category
Late 20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Art Glass
Nils Thorsson for Aluminia "Baca" Large Fruit Bowl Black & Yellow, Danish 1960s
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Rare and very large raised bowl by Nils Thorsson for the ceramic manufacturer Aluminia Denmark, later brandname Royal Copenhagen. It's from the "Baca" series and made ca. 1960s.
The...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Ceramic Vase by Gertrud Lönegren, Rörstrand, 1930s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Ceramic vase by Gertrud Lonegren in golden glaze and a highly textured surface.
Measures: Diameter 21 cm
Height 21.5 cm
Lonegren studied in Vi...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Large Green Floor Vase by Jerk Werkmaster for Nittsjo, Sweden, 1950s.
Located in Malmö, SE
Beautiful and large floor vase made by Jerk Werkmäster for Nittsjö, Sweden, 1950s.
Excellent condition.
Stamped 'Nittsjö, Sweden'.
Jerk Werkmäster was born in Rättvik. He graduate...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Earthenware
Gunnar Nylund '1904-1997' for Rörstrand, Bowl in Glazed Ceramics, Mid-20th C
Located in København, Copenhagen
Gunnar Nylund (1904-1997) for Rörstrand. Bowl in glazed ceramics.
Beautiful glaze in earth tones. Mid-20th century.
Measures: 19 x 6.5 cm.
In excellent condition.
Signed.
1st f...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Scandinavian Modern Vase in Pewter, K-E Palmberg for Alton F -1988
By Alton
Located in Örebro, SE
Cool scandinavian modern vase in pewter by K-E Palmberg for Alton F -1988.
Signed with makers mark.
Wear and patina consistent with age and use.
Scratches and small dents, wear insi...
Category
1980s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Pewter
Berndt Friberg, Eggshaped Stoneware Vase, Gustavsberg Studio, Sweden, 1965
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful eggshaped stoneware vase with amazing hare’s fur glaze.
Made by master thrower Berndt Friberg, in the artist's studio at Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1965.
Great condition.
Inci...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Danish Modern Blue Gulvase by Otto Brauer for Holmegaard
Located in Little Burstead, Essex
This is a very nice cobalt blue version of the super cool and stylish Gulvase by designer Otto Brauer for Holmegaard, Denmark
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Blown Glass
Large 'Stellaria' Bowl by Tapio Wirkkala
Located in Dronten, NL
A masterwork of Scandinavian glass design, this large “Stellaria” bowl #3450 by Tapio Wirkkala embodies the Finnish designer’s poetic relationship with nature. Produced by Iittala, t...
Category
1960s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Glass
Set of 2 Stoneware Vases by Swedish Ceramist Claes Thell
Located in Malmö, SE
A pair of beautiful stoneware vases made by Claes Thell, in the Artist's studio, Höganäs, Sweden. This model - the so-called "chimney vases" - is the most sought after by Thell. It's...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Royal Copenaghen Scandinavian Midcentury Ceramic Vase and Bowl Set, 1950s
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Scandinavian midcentury ceramic bowl or centerpiece and vase set with relief decoration produced by Royal Copenaghen, Denmark 1950s.
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Uno & Östen Kristiansson Plant Stand by Luxus in Sweden
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare plant stand designed by Uno & Östen Kristiansson. Produced by Luxus in Vittsjö, Sweden.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Steel
Decorative Ceramic Tray by Sylvia Leuchovius for Rörstrand, Sweden
Located in Goteborg, SE
Decorative tray by the Swedish artist Sylvia Leuchovius. (1915-2003). Leuchovius was one of Rörstrands most prolific artists for almost 30 years. This tray is a typical example of he...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
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
Paul Kedelv for Flygsfors, Sweden. Two Coquille Fantasia art glass vases.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Paul Kedelv for Flygsfors, Sweden. Two Coquille Fantasia art glass vases. Large and small. Pink, purple, and clear glass. Handmade.
Swedish design.
1950s.
In perfect condition.
Both ...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Art Glass
Danish Mid-Century Modern Beni Mobler Denmark Teak Waste Basket or Trash Can
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful curved teak waste basket or trash can by Beni Mobler, Made in Denmark. Stamped on the book. 1960s.
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Palisander
Large Royal Copenhagen Crackle Glazed Lidded Urn. Thorkild Olsen, Denmark, 1967.
Located in Malmö, SE
Elegant Royal Copenhagen crackle glazed lidded urn with painted flowers and gilded banding on rim and lidd.
Designed by THORKILD OLSEN (1890-1973) for ROYAL COPENHAGEN. Made in Denma...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Porcelain
Stoneware Vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful stoneware vase with handle and amazing glaze.
Designed by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1950s.
Great condition.
Incised signature "G.N." and Rörstrands three cr...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
White 'Surrea' Vase by Wilhelm Kage for Gustavsberg Studio, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful 'Surrea' stoneware vase with 'Carrara' glaze.
Made by Wilhelm Kåge at Gustavsberg in Sweden, 1940s.
'Swedish Modern'
Excellent condition.
Stamped 'Gustavsberg Studio ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Sculpture
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
A wooden sculpture by unknown artist. Signed with “F -57”.
Category
1950s European Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
$4,178
Wastepaper bin in walnut 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 walnut and teak wood. Good vintage condition with age related wear and ...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Teak
Set of 2 Art Deco Bronze Vases by Sune Backstrom, Sweden, 1920s
Located in Malmö, SE
A set of beautiful bronze vases with amazing patina. Designed by Sune Bäckström in Malmoe, Sweden, 1920s.
Great condition. The colors differ slightly.
Stamped 'BRONS', model numbe...
Category
1920s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
Candle Chandelier by Elis Bergh for C. G. Hallberg, Sweden, 1920s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Beautiful Art Deco candle chandelier by Elis Bergh. Silver plated with large crystal prisms suspended at the top and at the base. Slim, decorative lines.
Category
1920s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Crystal, Silver Plate
Just Andersen, Early Pair of Pewter Candelabras, Denmark, 1920s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Just Andersen - Scandinavian modern.
A early a pair of pewter candelabras with two arms, Dessin 1171, manufactured in Denmark between 1918-1929. ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Pewter
Teak Salad Bowl by Jens Quistgaard for Dansk
By Dansk, Jens Quistgaard
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Vintage staved teak large salad bowl design by Jens Quistgaard for Dansk. Stamped "Dansk International Design LTD Thailand JHQ".
Designer: Jens ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Teak
$225 / item
White and Gold 'Carrara' Tea Caddy by Wilhelm Kage. Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful rectangular Art Deco stoneware box / tea caddy with 'Carrara' glaze and gold details.
Made by Wilhelm Kåge at Gustavsberg Studio in Sweden, 1940s.
Good original conditi...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Bertil Vallien for Kosta Boda Volcano vase
Located in Delft, NL
Bertil Vallien for Kosta Boda Volcano vase
Category
1990s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Art Glass
Modernist clay sculpture by Doris Wahlberg, Sweden, 1960s
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Bust made by Doris Wahlberg in Sweden in the middle of the 20th century.
Sculpture is made of clay with great details.
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Clay
Scandinavian Modern Blue Ceramic Vase Made by Upsala Ekeby, Sweden 1940
By Upsala Ekeby
Located in New York, NY
A Scandinavian Modern, Swedish ceramic vase in blue glazes decorated with grapes or berries. Made by Upsala Ekeby.
Measures: Height: 8.5” Diameter: 6”.
Category
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Vase 'Carrara' by Wilhelm Kåge for Gustavsberg Studio, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Malmö, SE
Beautiful vase made by Wilhelm Kåge at Gustavsberg Studio in Sweden, 1940s.
Carrara glazed stoneware.
Excellent condition. Stamped 'Gustavsberg / CARRARA / 1132'.
Wilhelm K...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, 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.
Incised with signature 'G.N.' and makers mark, Rörstrands th...
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.
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