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
Exceptional Swedish birch burl Bowl ca 1750
Located in Farsta, SE
Exceptional Swedish birch burl Bowl ca 1750
It has an exquisite, silky smooth patina that can only be achieved through centuries of human touch.
The almost mahogany depth in color ...
Category
Mid-18th Century Swedish Antique Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Birch, Burl
Pierre Forsell for Skultuna, Sweden. Brass vase. 1950s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Pierre Forsell for Skultuna, Sweden. Brass vase.
From the 1950s.
In perfect condition.
Marked.
With the original box.
Dimensions: H 22.5 cm x D 9.5 cm.
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
$512 Sale Price
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Lisa Larson for Gustavsberg. Stoneware figurine. "East"
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Lisa Larson for Gustavsberg.
Stoneware figurine "Öst" (East) from the series "All världens barn" (Children of the World).
Perfect condition.
Marked.
Dimensions: H 12.5 cm x D 7.5 cm.
Category
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Stoneware
$160 Sale Price
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Vicke Lindstrand, Vase, Glass, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
An organic blown glass vase, model Stella Polaris, designed by Vicke Lindstrand and produced by Orrefors, Sweden, c. 1940s.
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Glass
Scandinavian Modern Vase, Arabia, Finland 1932-49
By Arabia
Located in Örebro, SE
Scandinavian Modern Vase, Arabia, Finland 1932-49.
Good vintage condition, wear and patina consistent with age and use.
Signed with makers mark.
Please notice that there might be s...
Category
20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Round, Yellow & brown ceramic Vase, Upsala Ekeby Futurum 1934-42
By Upsala Ekeby
Located in Stockholm, SE
A beautiful round vase with a lovely yellow and brown glaze, it is designed by Futurum and produced by Upsala Ekeby between 1934-42. Futurum was a interior design firm in Stockholm ...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Three Glass Votive Candleholder In Hammered Iron by Erik Hoglund for Kosta Boda
Located in San Diego, CA
A beautiful three glass votive candleholder in hand hammered iron by Erik Hoglund for Kosta Boda, circa 1960s. The piece is in very good vintage condition with no chips or cracks to...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Iron
$300 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Bode Willumsen, Vase, Stoneware, Denmark, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A red-glazed stoneware vase designed by Bode Willumsen and produced by Royal Copenhagen, Denmark, 1940s.
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Stoneware
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
Vase Designed by Tapio Wirkkala, Finland, 1957
Located in Stockholm, SE
Vase designed by Tapio Wirkkala,
Sweden, 1957.
Sterling silver.
Dimensions:
H: 24 cm/ 9 3/8"
W: 9 cm/ 3 1/2"
D: 4 cm/ 1 1/2"
Tapio Wirkkala (1915-1985) can be described as one of the icons of Finnish design and a symbol of the international success of post-war Finnish design. Tapio Wirkkala studied sculpture at the Helsinki Central School of Industrial Design from 1933 until 1936, but he was also a self-studied artist in many areas, including glass design. His success as a glass artist began in 1946 when he designed one of his most famous works, the Kantarelli vase, for Iittala. Wirkkala gained worldwide success in 1951 at the Milan Triennial, where he received three Grand Prix awards: for the exhibition architecture, glass design and wooden sculptures. Tapio Wirkkala felt a deep relationship with nature and his absolute favourite spot was located in Finland's deepest forests. From the beautiful landscape, Tapio Wirkkala could find inspiration for his works, often characterised by organic shapes. Leaves, birds, ice and water are recurring themes in his design.
Tapio Wirkkala was also a furniture designer and a sculptor. He started his career as a sculptor in the 1930s but abandoned the traditional sculpture in the post-war years – in the early 1950s, alongside with other works, he started to develop an entirely new relationship with sculpture and a new technique to be used. The result was a series of unique plywood sculptures which combined form and movement in the vibrant, densely lineated surface of plywood. Wirkkala’s sculptures represented exceptional abstractism and gave Finnish sculpture...
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1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Sterling Silver
Scandinavian Modern Brutalist Bowl by Artist Ulla Viotti Made of White Clay
By Ulla Viotti
Located in Stockholm, SE
A wonderful Scandinavian Modern Brutalist bowl by the famous artist Ulla Viotti made of white clay. Signed Viotti by the artist.
With her rare ability to constantly unlock her cer...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Clay
Brown Vase, Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand, 1950s-1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
A brown vase designed by Gunnar Nylund at Rörstrand, it´s 26.5 cm (10,6) high. It´s close to mint condition and marked as 1:st quality.
Gunnar Nylund was born in Paris 1904 with ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Stoneware
Midcentury Collection of Five Blue Vases by Erik Hoglund, Sweden, 1960s
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
Collection of five blue glass vases/vessels designed by Erik Höglund. Hand blown at Boda glass hut during the 1960s. They are all different sizes and shapes in very good to excellent...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Art Glass
Alvar Aalto for Iittala. Three vases in green, white and clear art glass.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Alvar Aalto for Iittala. Three vases in green, white and clear art glass.
High quality, late 20th century.
Largest measures: 14 x 12 cm.
Stamped.
In very good condition.
Category
Late 20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Art Glass
$240 Sale Price / set
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Nittsjö, Vase, Earthenware, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A blue-glazed earthenware vase with relief-ornamentation, designed and produced by Nittsjö, Sweden, 1930s.
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Earthenware
70th Anniversary Reworked Little Monkey By Kay Bojesen
By Kay Bojesen
Located in Lejre, DK
Little Monkey reworked by Kay Bojesen, released for the 70th anniversary, is a special edition of the iconic wooden figure. Kay Bojesen began his career as a silversmith under Georg ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Mid Century Turquoise Ceramic Vase by Gunnar Nylund for Nymølle Denmark, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare blue / turquoise Scandinavian mid century vase by Gunnar Nylund for Nymølle Denmark, 1950s. In good original condition and signed by the artist.
Dimensions: H: 17 cm / 6.70" W...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Stoneware
Mid-Century Ceramic Bowl "Ax" by Mari Simmulson for Upsala Ekeby, Sweden 1950s
Located in Grythyttan, SE
This adorable Scandinavian modern ceramic bowl, crafted between 1958-61, is adorned with an "ear of grain" motif, exemplifying the renowned Swedish ceramic design of the mid-20th cen...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Earthenware
Brown Drip-Shaped Ceramic Vase Carl-Harry Stålhane Rörstrand, Midcentury Vintage
Located in Stockholm, SE
A brown vintage vase designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane at Rörstrand in the 20th midcentury, it´s 10 cm high and in excellent condition except from som...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Stoneware
Original Danish Piet Hein "Solitaire" Teak Board Game Complete Set Vintage 1960s
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Vintage "Solitaire" board game designed by Piet Hein for Danish wood manufacturer Skjøde, Skjern. Both the board and the pegs are made from teak.
Designed and made ca. 1960s.
This piece comes including the original leather bag for storing the pegs and the original instructions in Danish, German and English attached to the bottom.
Marked on bottom:
Piet Hein Skjøde...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood, Leather, Teak
$429 Sale Price
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Kaj Franck Art Glass Object KF 239 in Red & Grey Green Shade, Nuutajärvi 1962
Located in Helsinki, FI
This beautiful free blown art object was made in a number of sizes and different forms. This example is the larger one in ruby red with a grey curtain around it. Amazingly beautiful ...
Category
1960s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Art Glass
$2,755 Sale Price
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Erik Mornils decorative bowl/base - Nittsjö, Sweden
Located in Stockholm, SE
Decorative large bowl/base by Erik Mornils for Nittsjö, Sweden.
Erik Mornils won prizes at the Stockholm industrial exhibition in 1930 for this series.
Contact us for any questions!
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Mid-Century Swedish Argenta Vase with Floral Sprigs in Silver 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
Large Bronze Sculpture by James Coignard
Located in Long Island City, NY
James Coignard ( France 1925-2008) sculpture, bronze and cast iron. Limited edition of 8.
Signed J. Coignard and numbered 1/8.
Untitled. Foundry mark Guyot. Bronze, gold patina, c...
Category
Late 20th Century French Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
Lisa Larson for Gustavsberg, Rare Figure in Glazed Ceramics, Baby, 1970s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Lisa Larson for Gustavsberg. Rare figure in glazed ceramics. Baby. 1970s.
Measures: 11 x 9 cm.
In excellent condition.
Stamped.
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
$288 Sale Price
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Swedish Pukeberg Art Glass Candelabra, 1960s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Beautiful vintage Scandinavian Modern lead crystal glass candelabra for three candles manufactured by Pukeberg in the 1960s. Handmade in one piece with textured glass and stylized fl...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Glass, Art Glass
Scandinavian Modern Ceramic Bowls by Carl-Harry Stålhane Design Huset, Sweden
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
These two pieces of ceramics was made in Sweden 1980s for Design Huset and designed by one of the great ceramic’s designers from Sweden, Carl-Harry Stålhane. Wonderful, crafted bowls with that grace of Swedish midcentury pottery...
Category
1980s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
A trio Glass Vases Rainbow Handmade and Signed by Bertil Vallien for Boda Sweden
Located in Skarpnäck, SE
A fantastic pair of glass vases handmade and signed by talented Bertil Vallien for Kosta Boda, Sweden. These vases are simple but so beautiful, simple yet very sophisticated and they...
Category
1980s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Art Glass
$372 Sale Price / set
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Danish Modern Holmegaard Solifleur Glass Vases by Christer Holmgren, 1960s
By Holmegaard
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A set of single flower vases - solifleur. Designed by Christer Holmgren in 1965 and made by Holmegaard in Denmark. Reversed pyramid decor in blue and green glass. Measurements: H: 25...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Glass
$246 Sale Price
25% Off
Scandinavian Modern Crystal Candlestick Holders Kjell Engman, Sweden, Set of 3
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful set of three (3) of Scandinavian Modern clear crystal candlestick holders by designer Kjell Engman for Kosta Boda, Sweden. With maker's mark, designers' signature, and nu...
Category
Late 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Crystal
Pair of Swedish Brass Candleholders by Ivar Alenius Bjork for Ystad Metal.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Pair of Mid-Century Modern brass candleholders
by Ivar Alenius Bjork for Ystad Metal.
Made in Sweden circa 1950s.
Labeled on the bottom.
In very good original condition.
Have not...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
Rare Nils Thorsson for Royal Copenhagen Baca Lidded Vase Brown, Danish 1970s
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Rare to find ceramic vase with lid designed by Nils Thorsson for Royal Copenhagen.
It belongs to the "Baca" series and features an abstract floral decor in brown shades with a lit...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Scandinavian Modern Brass Candelabra by Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Markaryd, 1960s
Located in Grythyttan, SE
This rare candelabra, designed by the iconic Scandinavian modernist Hans-Agne Jakobsson, is a beautiful example of his work from the 1960s. Known for his innovative approach to lighting, Jakobsson created this brass candelabra, Model L29, a piece of minimalistic art that captures the essence of Scandinavian modern design.
Made from brass, the candelabra stands at 20 cm and is designed to hold four thin candles. The piece is marked underneath, confirming its authenticity and origin.
Despite its age, the candelabra remains in good condition, with only minor scratches and some tarnish, which are common in vintage brass items...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
Wiwen Nilsson Lund, Sweden, a Pair of Modernist Candlesticks
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Wiwen Nilsson Lund, Sweden (b. 1897, d. 1974). A pair of modernist candlesticks in silver. Dated 1963.
Measures: 13 x 3 cm.
In excellent condition. One with slight wear.
Stamped.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Silver
$960 Sale Price / set
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Tall Scandinavian Modern Tulip Candlesticks in Brass
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A pair of tall organically shaped tulip candlesticks in brass. Designed and manufactured in Scandinavia during the 1960s ina style reminiscent of Pierre Forssell and Jens Harald Quis...
Category
1970s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
$424 Sale Price
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Scandinavian Modern Set of 3 Eggs Monica Backstrom Kosta, Sweden, 1970s
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
This set of 3 eggs with a swelling shape and mottled brown surface was designed by Monica Backström. They are al unique and was mouth-blown and hand-c...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Art Glass
Upsala Ekeby, Vase, Earthenware, Sweden, 1930s
By Upsala Ekeby
Located in High Point, NC
An off-white-glazed earthenware vase designed and produced by Upsala Ekeby, Sweden, 1930s.
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Earthenware
Gunnar Ander, Swedish designer. Pair of cast iron candlesticks. 1960s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Gunnar Ander, Swedish designer.
A pair of cast iron candlesticks.
Handmade. Pendant in the shape of hearts.
Stamped Made in Sweden.
The 1960s.
In great condition.
Dimensions: H 40.0...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Iron
$640 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Rare Ceramic Vase by Carl-Harry Stålhane, 1960's
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare Ceramic Vase by Carl-Harry Stålhane, 1960's
Additional Information:
Material: Ceramic
Style: Mid century, Scandinavian
Produced by Rörstrand in...
Category
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Søholm Joseph Simon ceramic vase, made in Denmark 1960's
Located in Forest, BE
Søholm ceramic vase made of clay with various shades of colors. This is a very elegant vase from the artist Joseph Simon.
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Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Clay
Carl Harry Stalhane Miniature Jar Stoneware Rörstrand Sweden 1950s 1960s
Located in Basel, BS
Carl-Harry Stålhane miniature stoneware jar for Rörstrand, made in Sweden in the 1950s.
Diameter: 5 cm
Height: 3.5 cm
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Stoneware
Gunnar Ander, Candelabra, Brass, Metal, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and black-lacquered metal candelabra designed by Gunnar Ander and produced by Ystad-Metall, Sweden, c. 1950s.
Holds 0.875” diameter candles
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Metal, Brass
Kville Keramik, Vase, Ceramic, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A green-glazed ceramic vase designed and produced by Kville Keramik, Sweden, 1930s.
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Dark Red Sommerso Glass Bowl / Vide Poche by Vicke Lindstrand for Kosta - Signed
Located in Aramits, Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Beautiful dark red and heavy handblown Sommerso glass bowl or vide poche designed by Vicke Lindstrand and made by Kosta, Sweden, in the 1960s.
Signed on the bottom. Engraved LH 1005 ...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Blown Glass, Sommerso
Glazed Ceramic Vase by Søholm Stentøj, Denmark, 1960s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Geometrically patterned and blue/dark-blue/beige-colored glazed ceramic vase fabricated by Søholm Stentøj, Denmark, 1960s.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
HUGE Palshus Stoneware Floorvase C 24 with Moss Green Glaze Denmark Mid-Century
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
HUGE Palshus stoneware floorvase of chamotte clay model no. C 24.
It's embossed with a grooved pattern in vertical broad bands and decorated with half glossy moss green glaze showin...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Tapio Wirkkala Spiral Silver Dish model 143, Kultakeskus Hämeenlinna, 1973
Located in Helsinki, FI
A beautiful decorative dish in silver, designed by Tapio Wirkkala and manufactured by Kultakeskus Oy in 1973 Finland. This piece is documented in Tapio Wirkkala's book and the model ...
Category
1970s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Silver
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.
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Stoneware
Valholm Keramik Denmark Blue Drip Glaze Vase, Scandinavian Modern
By Valholm
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Rare cylindrical ceramic vase is decorated with blue and white drip glaze; lower part of the base is left unglazed to showcase the natural color of the clay. Sculptural, graphic vas...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery
$700 Sale Price
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Striped Ceramic Vases Titus by Olle Alberius for Rörstrand Sweden, 1960s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Rörstrand 'Titus' ceramic vases. Designed by Olle Alberius. Handpainted and executed in glazed chamotte clay. 1963-1970 SWEDEN. Marked: "Rörstrand Sweden Titus Handpainted" Good cond...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
$442 Sale Price / set
25% Off
Upsala Ekeby, Vase, Earthenware, Sweden, 1930s
By Upsala Ekeby
Located in High Point, NC
A green and beige-glazed earthenware vase designed and produced by Upsala Ekeby, Sweden, 1930s.
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Earthenware
Danish Modern Ceramic Spotted Glaze Vase, 1960s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Danish midcentury modern ceramic vase. Spotted earthcolored glaze in dark green tones. Signed under base.
Beautiful vintage condition.
Denmark, 1960s.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Eva Stæhr-nielsen, Vase, Brown Glazed Stoneware, Saxbo, Denmark, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brown glazed stoneware vase designed by Eva Stæhr-Nielsen and produced by Saxbo, Denmark, 1950s.
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Stoneware
Collection of Yellow Red Green Otto Brauer for Holmegaard glass Bottle Gulvvases
Located in Ferndale, MI
Collection of four Otto Braeur Holmegaard bottle vases . Large red and large yellow measure 17" tall with 6.75 diameter . Smaller red measures 14.75" tall with 5.75 diameter Green va...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Glass
Upsala Ekeby, Vase, Earthenware, Sweden, 1930s
By Upsala Ekeby
Located in High Point, NC
A blue-glazed fluted earthenware vase designed and produced by Upsala Ekeby, Sweden, 1930s.
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Earthenware
Ture Berglund, Bottle, Glass, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A blown glass bottle designed by Ture Berglund and produced by Skansens Glasbruk, Sweden, 1940s.
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Blown Glass
Danish Modern Solid Teak Bowl by Henning Koppel for George Jensen
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful solid turned teak serving or salad bowl designed by Henning Koppel for Georg Jensen. This gorgeous vintage bowl has a footed base and an undulating form with a rimmed edge....
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Teak
$750 Sale Price
40% Off
1936 Pewter Games box by GAB Sweden
Located in New York, NY
Charming 1936 Pewter games box by GAB Sweden. Playful shape with a round end and one rectangular end, opening there are 3 individual coasters and markers. E...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Pewter
A Large Round Red Unique Ceramic Vase - Ingrid Atterberg, Sweden, 1979
Located in Stockholm, SE
This beautiful round red ceramic vase was handcrafted in Sweden by Ingrid Atterberg in her own studio in 1979. It is 21 cm (8.4") high and has a stunning glaze. It is in excellent co...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Timo Sarpaneva, blue Bird Bottle, Ittala, 1950s
By Ittala, Timo Sarpaneva
Located in Uppsala, SE
The famous bird bottle by Finnish design icon Timo Sarpaneva for Ittala. The model was designed in 1956. This example is in the very desirable blue colour. Very good vintage conditi...
Category
Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Glass
Scandinavian Modern decorative objects for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Scandinavian Modern decorative objects for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage decorative objects created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass, more furniture and collectibles and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with ceramic, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Scandinavian Modern decorative objects made in a specific country, there are Europe, Scandinavia, and Sweden pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original decorative objects, popular names associated with this style include Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund, Gustavsberg, and Upsala Ekeby. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for decorative objects differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $48 and tops out at $149,456 while the average work can sell for $883.