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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 

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

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
Swedish Designer, Candelabra, Iron, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A iron candelabra designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s. Dramatic oxidation. Dimensions: 13” H x 7.5” diameter 3 Sockets Holds .8” diameter candles
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

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Iron

Midcentury Stoneware Vase by Berndt Friberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Large stoneware vase by Berndt Friberg, in a beautiful plump form with a thick neck. Vibrant blue hare’s fur glaze with darker areas. Berndt Friberg was a Swedish ceramicist, renown...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

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Stoneware

heavy 7kg Modernist Sculptural 44cm Brutalist Bronze Candleholder, France 1970s
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Brutalist candleholder Origin: France Material: solid bronze Decade: 1970s This original vintage candleholder, was produced in the 1970s in F...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Copper

Bronze Art Deco Vase by SVM Handarbete, Sweden, 1930s
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful art deco bronze vase with amazing patina. Made by SVM, Svenska Metallverken AB, Sweden, 1930s. Great condition, with only a few light scratches. Stamped 'HANDARBETE' ...
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1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Pair of Cast Iron Urns “Mikrokosmos” by Olof Hult
Located in Long Island City, NY
A pair of cast iron urns “Mikrokosmos” designed by Olof Hult (1892-1962) for Nafveqvarns Bruk, Sweden, designed 1922, executed 1920s-1930s. Height 7", diameter 15". Similar item was ...
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1920s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

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Iron

Per Lütken for Holmegaard. Unique vase in blue art glass. Dated 1960
Located in København, Copenhagen
PRE-OWNED GOODS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT TARIFFS FOR U.S., UK, AUSTRALIAN & CANADIAN CUSTOMERS. THEREFORE, NO IMPORT TARIFFS WILL BE APPLICABLE TO YOUR PURCHASE. Per Lütken for Ho...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

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Art Glass

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...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

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Brass, Metal

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...
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Mid-20th Century German Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

The Knot of Friendship Candlestick in Brass by Josef Frank, 1938
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
The Knot of Friendship Candlestick in Brass by Josef Frank, 1938 Additional Information: Material: Brass Style: Mid century, Scandinavian Produced by Svenskt Tenn in Sweden Dimensio...
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20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

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Brass

Danish Vintage Ceramic Vase by Nils Kähler, 1960s
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish vintage ceramic vase by Nils Kähler, 1960s. Vintage stoneware table vase in green and earth colored glaze. Marked in the bottom with HAK, Nils and Denmark. Very good condit...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

Willy Johansson Scandinavian Art Glass Hadeland Norway NAUTILUS Crystal Ashtray
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Hadeland Norway NAUTILUS Art Glass Crystal Ashtray By Willy Johansson. HADELAND GLASSWORKS - NAUTILUS series - Design by Willy Johansson Circa 1960s. G...
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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Crystal

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 some light scratches. Slightly askew. Stamped 'BRONS' and make...
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1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Art Deco Bronze Vase by GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget, Sweden, 1930s
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful bronze vase with amazing patina. Art Deco / Swedish Grace. Made by GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget, Sweden, 1930s. Great condition, with a few light scratches. Stamped 'BRO...
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1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Lisa Larson for Gustavsberg, Rare Lion Couple in Glazed Stoneware, 1970's
Located in København, Copenhagen
Lisa Larson for Gustavsberg. Rare lion couple in glazed stoneware. 1970's. In very good condition. Stamped. Measures: 16 x 7.5 cm.
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1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

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Stoneware

Pair of Modernist Bowls in Brass by Gunnar Ander for Ystad Metall Sweden
Located in Stockholm, SE
A pair of Swedish bowls by Gunnar Ander, brass and beautiful deep blue enamel inside. Produced by Ystad-Metall, located in the town of Ystad in Sweden. Very elegant oval modernist b...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

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Brass, Enamel

MCM Iron Candle Holder in Box by Dansk Designs
Located in San Diego, CA
MCM Iron candle holder in ox by Dansk Designs, circa 1950s. The piece holds twelve narrow candles and is in good vintage condition. it measures 4.25"D x 1.5"H. #3707
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

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Iron

Jens Quistgaard Star Shaped Candle Holder Yellow Green Iron, Danish Modern 1960s
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Danish Mid-Century Modern candle holder designed by Jens Harald Quistgaard for Dansk Internationals Ltd, USA. Made 1960s. This is rare version with yellow green lacquer. It's made...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

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Iron

Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand Vase in Ceramics, Beautiful Glaze
Located in København, Copenhagen
Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand vase in ceramics. Beautiful glaze. In perfect condition. 2nd. factory quality. Measurse: 22 cm high, 10 cm in diameter. Stamped.
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

Stoneware Vase by Berndt Friberg for Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1962
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. Excellent condition. Incised signa...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

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Ceramic, Stoneware

Nittsjö, Vase, Ceramic, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A yellow-glazed ceramic vase designed and produced by Nittsjö, Sweden, c. 1930s. Dimensions: 8.375” H x 5.5” diameter Diameter of opening: 2.25”
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1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

Charcoal black "Pässi" ram sculpture in pinewood by Kaija Aarikka, Finland
Located in STRASBOURG, FR
"Pässi" sculpture by Kaija Aarikka in charcoal-painted wood, an emblematic piece of Finnish design created in 1973, vintage Aarikka edition. "In 1954, Aarikka co-founded together wi...
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Late 20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

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Pine

Aluminia, Tenera flacon in earthenware. Model 2918. Approx. 1960.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Aluminia, Tenera flacon in earthenware. Model 2918. Approx. 1960. First factory quality. In excellent condition. Marked. Dimensions: H 12.3 x D 9.0 cm.
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Earthenware

Green Vase with Decor, Wilhelm Kåge Gustavsberg, 1930s
Located in Stockholm, SE
A vase in stoneware designed by Wilhelm Kåge at Gustavsberg, the vase is 18 cm in diameter and in good condition except from a crack that goes through, it is mostly visible from the ...
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Early 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

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Stoneware

Danish Modern Whimsical Ceramic Lion Vase
Located in San Diego, CA
A whimsical ceramic lion vase in the style of Lisa Larson can be hung on the wall in great condition with no chips or cracks.
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20th Century Japanese Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Small Yellow Stoneware Vase by Gertrud Lönegren, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1930s.
Located in Malmö, SE
Beautiful Swedish Grace stoneware vase with amazing glaze. Made by Gertrud Lönegren at Rorstrand in Sweden between 1936-41. Great condition. Impressed 'Lönegren', 'Rörstrand' and ...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

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Ceramic, Stoneware

Bronze Art Deco Vase by SVM Handarbete, Sweden, 1930s
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful art deco bronze vase with amazing patina. Made by SVM, Svenska Metallverken AB, Sweden, 1930s. Great condition, but with an inscription (pictured). Stamped 'HANDARBET...
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1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Mid-Century Swedish Brutalist Fire Screen by Olle Hermansson for Husqvarna
Located in Stockholm, SE
Mid-century Swedish Brutalist fire screen by Olle Hermansson for Husqvarna. Capture attention with this extraordinary mid-century Swedish Brutal...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

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Iron

Kaj Franck Arabia Metal Bowls Set, 1950s
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Bowls set designed by Kaj Franck for Arabia and made by Finel of Finland, metal painted, circa 1950s Signed under the base. Available 3 large: Diameter 21 cm, height 14 cm Availab...
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1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

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Metal

Kähler Vase, Stoneware Approx. 1960
Located in Kastrup, DK
Kähler vase, stoneware. Design by Nils Kähler approx. 1960. Signed HAK. Herman A. Kähler.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Stoneware

Lisa Larson for Gustavsberg Poodle Dog Scandinavian Modern 1963
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Poodle is made of white stoneware with shiny light blue glaze and dark blue hand painted decoration. It was designed by Lisa Larson (1931-2024) as part of the "Poodles" (Pudlar) ser...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

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Ceramic, Majolica, Pottery

Green Art Deco Vase, Upsala Ekeby Ostergren, Sweden, 1930s, Roman Urn Style
Located in Stockholm, SE
A beautiful green ceramic vase with orange handles in shape of a classical roman urn, the vase is designed by Harald Östergren at Upsala Ekeby between 1937-1938. It is 21 cm (8.4") t...
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1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

Anna Greta-Eker Reindeer Antler Candleholder in Silver, 1960s
Located in Helsinki, FI
A very beautiful candleholder designed by Anna Greta-Eker. This piece is a part of a very well known series of candle holders in different sizes and shapes ...
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1960s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

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Silver

Lisa Larson for Gustavsberg, Elf Girl in Glazed Stoneware, Late 20th Century
Located in København, Copenhagen
Lisa Larson for Gustavsberg. Elf girl in glazed stoneware, late 20th century. In very good condition. Signed. Measures: 14 x 10.5 cm.  
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Late 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Stoneware

Great Bear Candelabra by Piet Hein
Located in San Francisco, CA
A Piet Hein candelabra in brushed steel. Known as either “Big Dipper” or “The Great Bear”, it was designed by Hein during his time in Argentina to...
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Steel

Bowl Stunning Glaze - Hans Hedberg - Biot, France
Located in Stockholm, SE
An earthenware bowl designed by Hans Hedberg in his own studio in Biot, France. The bowl do have a stunning glaze in orange and multicolored. The bowl is 17 cm (6.8") in diameter and...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

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Earthenware

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...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Gold & Brown Sommerso Glass Bowl, 1950s
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This glass bowl was manufactured in Scandinavian during the 1950s. Made of art glass in the Sommerso technique, which in Italian means immersed. This technique involves repeatedly pl...
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1950s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass

Royal Copenhagen Baca Vase by Johanne Gerber, Danish Modern Ceramic 1970s
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Danish Mid-century ceramic vase from the Royal Copenhagen "Baca" series. Manufactured in the 1970s. The decor with stylised apples was designed by Danish designer Johanne Gerber an...
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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

Upsala Ekeby, Vase, Earthenware, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A green and orange-glazed earthenware vase, designed and produced by Upsala Ekeby, Sweden, c. 1930s.
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

A set of three ‘Hurricane’ by BJÖRN WIINBLAD
Located in Long Island City, NY
A set of three ‘Hurricane’ storm lanterns, in nickel plated finish by BJÖRN WIINBLAD. Signed . Circa late 20th century. Signed. H 15″-22″.
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Late 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Brown Stoneware Vase by Swedish Ceramist Claes Thell, 1977
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful stoneware vase with amazing glaze. Made by Claes Thell, in the artist's studio, Höganäs, Sweden, 1977. Excellent condition. Signed Thell '77. Claes Thell is a Swedish ...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Stoneware Vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful stoneware vase with amazing glaze. Designed by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1950s. Excellent condition. Incised signature "GN" and makers mark "R" for Rörstra...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Emti, Vase, Pewter, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A pewter vase produced by Emti, Sweden, c. 1930s. Dimensions: 6.5” H x 5” W x 5” D
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1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

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Pewter

Blue Stoneware Miniature Vase by Berndt Friberg. Gustavsberg Studio, Sweden 1964
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful miniature stoneware vase with amazing light blue hare’s fur glaze. Made by master thrower Berndt Friberg, in the artist's studio at Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1964. Good condi...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Green Stoneware Vase by Gertrud Lönegren, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1930s.
Located in Malmö, SE
Beautiful Swedish Grace stoneware vase with amazing glaze. Made by Gertrud Lönegren at Rorstrand in Sweden between 1936-41. Great condition. Tiny firing crack from production to top...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

5 Brass Candlesticks - Pierre Forsell - Skultuna
Located in Stockholm, SE
A set of 5 candlesticks by Pierre Forsell, designed and produced at Skultuna in 1980-1990s. The candlesticks are 9 cm in diameter and in excellent condition except from some minor sc...
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1980s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Bronze Bowl by Gunnar Nylund, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful art deco bronze bowl with amazing patina. Designed by Gunnar Nylund for Äkta Brons, Sweden, 1940s. Excellent condition. Initials 'G.N.' on the front. Stamped 'ÄKTA BRON...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Olle Alberius for Orrefors Small 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...
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Early 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Crystal

Gunnar Nylund, Vase, Stoneware, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brown-glazed stoneware vase designed by Gunnar Nylund and produced by Rörstrand, Sweden, 1940s.
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Stoneware

Midcentury Brass and Stone Bowl by Saulo, Norway, 1960s
By Sulitjelma Stein og Metall, Stelton
Located in Malmö, SE
A stylish and heavy vintage Norwegian brass bowl with granite from the mines of Sulitjelma in the Norwegian region Laponia. Made by Saulo / Sulitjelma Stein og Metall, Norway, 1960s...
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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Granite, Brass

Set of Four Hand-Signed Stoneware Birds by Bengt Wall, Sweden, 1970s
Located in Karis, Nyland
A set of four handmade stoneware birds by Swedish ceramicist Bengt Wall, crafted in his Trosa studio in the 1970s. Each unique and hand-signed, the figures combine Nordic folk charm ...
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1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Stoneware

Sculpture bust in terracotta - Åke Holm - Höganäs
Located in Stockholm, SE
A stunning bust in terracotta designed by Åke Holm at Höganäs in the mid 20th century. The sculpture is 15 cm tall and in excellent condition. It is signed below. Åke Holm (1900–198...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Wall Candleholders by Pierre Forssell, Skultuna, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
Priced per individual piece. Pendel/Reflex wall candleholders by Pierre Forssell, manufactured by Skultuna, Sweden, 1950s. Good original vintage cond...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Large Axella Stentoj Ceramic Centerpiece Bowl, Denmark, 1970s
Located in Balen, BE
Axella Ceramic Centerpiece Bowl, Model 2705 A large and elegant mid-century ceramic centerpiece bowl by Axella, model 2705, known for its clean modernist form and warm, organic gla...
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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Swedish Modern Brass Candelabra by Lars Holmström for Svenskt Tenn, 1950
Located in Vorst, BE
A striking candelabra in solid brass, designed by Lars Holmström for Svenskt Tenn. This sculptural piece features a sinuous, tubular structure rising from a circular base, supporting...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Modern Earth-Toned Vases, Candle Holders with Graphic Line, Denmark, 1980s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Handmade set of two vases / candlesticks in smooth ceramic material. Modern matte chalk grayish white glaze with small brown dots and a light brown broad unglazed line placed symmetr...
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Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Timo Sarpaneva / VASE FINLANDIA(Grey) 3356 / Iittala
Located in Shibuya-Ku, JP
The FINLANDIA series, introduced in 1964, was Timo Sarpaneva's masterpiece of the 1960s. While repeatedly exploring and experimenting with glass expression in pursuit of new techniq...
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1960s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Art Glass, Blown Glass

Beautiful 1920s Ceramic Vase by Herman Kähler Denmark
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
A baluster shaped vase with high glossy finish made in the 1920s by the famous Danish potterer Herman Kähler. The glazes shows a beautiful surrounding leaf-shaped decoration and it ...
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1920s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Green Stoneware Miniature Vase by Berndt Friberg. Gustavsberg Studio Sweden 1958
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful miniature stoneware vase with amazing green hare’s fur glaze. Made by master thrower Berndt Friberg, in the artist's studio at Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1958. Great condition...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Erik Mornils, Vase, Earthenware, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A green-glazed earthenware vase designed by Erik Mornils and produced by Nittsjö, Sweden, 1930s. Dimensions: 7.125” x 6.5” diameter  Diameter of opening: 3”
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1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Earthenware

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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