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
Green Stoneware Vase by Berndt Friberg for Gustavsberg Studio, Sweden, 1958
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful 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.
Incised...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Vintage Sommerso Glass Vase by Nils Landberg for Orrefors
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Sommeroso vase by Nils Landberg for Orrefors. smoked greenish gray color. signed on underside.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Glass
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
Large Stoneware Bottle / Vase - Annikki Hovisaari - Arabia - Midcentury Modern
Located in Stockholm, SE
A really large bottle / vasein rustic stoneware in brown & gray color designed by Annikki Hovisaari at Arabia in Finland in the Mid 20th century. It is 42 cm (16.8") high and in exce...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Stoneware
Ceramic Pitcher / Vase by Erik Mornils for Nittsjo Keramik, Sweden, 1930s
Located in Stockholm, SE
This earthenware pitcher or vase, designed by Erik Mornils for Nittsjö Keramik in the 1930s, exhibits a rustic and traditional charm, characteristic of Scandinavian ceramics of that ...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Earthenware
Antique Swedish Decorative Wabi Sabi Dark Brown Wooden Bowl in Birch Dated 1793
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare Swedish dark brown antique decorative wooden bowl made out of birch wood produced in Sweden, 1793. In good condition with some old and genuine repairs.
Dimensions: H: 13 cm / ...
Category
1790s Swedish Antique Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Birch
Bronze Jewelry boxes by Just Andersen
Located in Long Island City, NY
A patinated bronze jewelry box by Just Andersen. Denmark, Circa 1930th.
Stamped and numbered. Excellent vintage condition.
Category
1930s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
Hand Mirror in Pewter with Decor of Fish, Swedish Art Deco
Located in Stockholm, SE
A hand mirror in pewter designed in Sweden but not marked, it is in a beautiful Art Deco style from the 1930-1940´s. It is 15 cm in diameter and in very ...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Pewter
Large Kähler Ceramic Vase with Black Decoration, Signed HAK
Located in Kastrup, DK
Large decorative Kähler ceramic vase with a light (beige) base glaze, decorated with black glaze.
Signed on the bottom: HAK (Herman A. Kähler).
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Alvar Aalto, Iittala, Finland. Four small vases/bowls in different colors.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Alvar Aalto, Iittala, Finland.
Four small vases/bowls in different colors. Finnish art glass.,
Late 20th century.
Perfect condition.
Stamped.
Dimensions: B 10.0 cm x H 3.0 cm.
Category
Late 20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Glass
Larger Swedish Heavy Bronse Vase ca 1930
Located in Farsta, SE
Larger Swedish Heavy Bronse Vase ca 1930
Marked Brons Athena Ystad.
Height: 17 cm/6.6 inch
Depth: 11.5 cm/4.5 inch
Width: 14 cm/5.5 inch
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
Ewald Dahlskog, Deep Blue Large Bowl, Bo Fajans, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Stockholm, SE
A large, deep blue bowl designed by Ewald Dahlskog at Bo Fajans in Gefle in 1940s. The bowl is 33.5 x 19.5 cm in diameter and in excellent condition except from a minor stain on the ...
Category
Early 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Preben Brandt Larsen, Vase, Cream Glazed Stoneware, Fejø, Denmark, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A cream glazed stoneware designed and produced by Preben Brandt Larsen, Fejø, Denmark, 1960s.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Stoneware
Scandinavian Modern Ceramic Bowl by Aune Siimes for Arabia, 1940s/1950s
By Arabia
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Scandinavian modern ceramic bulls eye bowl by Aune Siimes for Arabia in the 1940s/1950s. Beautiful piece of mid-century modern art ceramics. Signed at the ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Clay
Ture Berglund, Vase, Glass, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A blown glass vase designed by Ture Berglund and produced by Skansens Glasbruk, Sweden, 1940s.
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Glass
Ikea ''Stockholm'' - Green Emerald, Donut vase - 1999
By IKEA
Located in Stockholm, SE
Large beautiful ''Donut'' vase in Emerald green color made by IKEA, discontinued in 1999. The model is called ''Stockholm''.
Category
1990s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Glass
Two Gray Per Lütken Designed Drop Vases From Holmegaard
Located in Doraville, GA
Two Holmegaard gray, hand blown, Dråben "The Drop", vases designed by Per Lütken. The secret to the shape, as with many of Per Lütken's Holmegaard designs, is the process of using steam from a wet wooden pin, inserted in the gather of glass to blow the bubble. "The Drop" design was produced by the Danish company until 1973.
Per Lütken (1916–1998) was a Danish glassware...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Blown Glass
Danish Midcentury Wall Clock by Arne Jacobsen Model Roman
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Danish Mid-Century Modern Wall Clock by Arne Jacobsen model Roma with Quartz clockwork.
Arne Jacobsen for Rosendahl. Steel wall clock wi...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Stainless Steel
Pair of Danish Modern Silver-Plated Candelabra/Candlesticks by Carl Christiansen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine pair of Danish Modern candelabra.
In silver plate.
Designed by the renowned silversmith Carl F Christiansen.
Borrowing the form language...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Silver Plate
Upsala Ekeby, Vase, Earthenware, Sweden, 1930s
By Upsala Ekeby
Located in High Point, NC
A black and orange-glazed and incised earthenware vase, designed and produced by Upsala Ekeby, Sweden, c. 1930s.
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Earthenware
Gunnar Nylund Vase Produced by Rörstrand in Sweden
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Ceramic vase designed by Gunnar Nylund. Produced by Rörstrand in Sweden.
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Ceramic Blue Bowl Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand, Vintage Midcentury
Located in Stockholm, SE
A lidded bowl designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane at Rörstrand Atelier. It is 7.5 cm (3") high and 9 x 7 cm (3.6" x 2.8") in diameter. It is marked as 2nd quality but I cannot see why be...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Mid Century Danish Sculptural Teak Bowl, Handcrafted in 1960s
Located in Odense, DK
Beautiful patinated bowl in teak. Handcrafted in 1960s
Suits the modern interior.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Teak
Midcentury Modern Wastepaper Basket in Beautiful Teak
By Einar Barnes , P.S. Heggen
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Modern Einar Barnes for P.S. Heggen Teak Wastepaper Basket
Scandinavian Modern Einar Barnes for P.S. Heggen teak wastepaper basket A fine example of sculpted teak waste paper bask...
Category
Mid-20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Teak
Swedish hammered brass bowl / plater folk craft handmade
Located in Forest, BE
Original Swedish brass hand hammered bowl. Lots of patina and traces of use that gives a warm feeling. Properly used to be a real eye catcher in any interior.
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Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
Johanne Gerber Vase by Royal Copenhagen Blue Floral Baca Danish Ceramic 1970s
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Square ceramic vase from the Royal Copenhagen "Baca" series by Nils Thorsson
This decor is designed by Johanne Gerber and made in the period 1969-...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Danish Organic Modern Søholm Vide-Poche, 1960s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Danish midcentury modern stoneware vide-poche bowl. Handmade by ceramic artist Noomi Backhausen for Søholm Stentøj in the 1960s. Raw, unglazed sand colored exterior, and interior wit...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Clay, Pottery, Stoneware
Nils Fougstedt Pewter Box for Firma Svenskt Tenn, 1986
Located in Stockholm, SE
Nils Fougstedt (1881-1954), Pewter Box for Firma Svenskt Tenn, 1986
This is an exquisite tin box adorned with intricate meadow flowers in relief. The delicate floral patterns bring ...
Category
1980s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass, Pewter
Contemporary Black Ceramic Bonbonniére, Denmark
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Hand-thrown modern ceramic lidded bonbonniére jar by Danish artist Ulla Sonne on the Danish island of Funen in the 2010s. Shiny black glaze with unglazed edges and base. Peach colore...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware, Pottery
Rare Midcentury Large “Argenta” Vase Wilhelm Kåge, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare, oversized stoneware “Argenta” vase by Wilhelm Kåge, in a round shape. Silver decor of a mermaid and merman in playful interaction among bubbles and flowers. Lovely attention to...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Stoneware
A off-white Luster Hedgehog vase - Chamotte - Gunnar Nylund - Rörstrand
Located in Stockholm, SE
A off white luster Hedgehog-vase designed by Gunnar Nylund at Rörstrand. It is 11 cm (4.4") high and in excellent condition except from some minor marks. The vase is marked as the ph...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Stoneware
Midcentury Stoneware Vase by Berndt Friberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1970s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Lovely miniature stoneware vase by Berndt Friberg, in a plump form with a tiny neck. Cream and ochre hare’s fur glaze in a varying pattern over the body.
Berndt Friberg was a Swedis...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Stoneware
Six Scandinavian Modern Rice Grain Bowls by Friedl Holzer-Kjellberg, Arabia
Located in Stockholm, SE
Six pieces of Scandinavian Modern rice grain porcelain bowls by Friedl Holzer-Kjellberg for Arabia, Finland.
These delicate "rice grain" bowls were designed by Finnish artist Friedl...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Porcelain
1960s Sensational Scandinavian Blue Plate Enamel on Aluminum Norway
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1960s Sensational Blue Plate Enamel on Aluminum
Scandinavian Modern
unmarked
attributed style emalox and eloxsoren
.75 h x 7.25 diameter
Preowned vintage unrestored
Refer to images f...
Category
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Aluminum, Enamel
Just Andersen, Vase, Pewter, Denmark, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A small pewter vase by Just Andersen, Denmark. Base marked "Just A Denmark" and model number.
Category
1930s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Pewter
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...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
Swedish Mid Century Decorative Bronze Vase by GAB Sweden produced 1930s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare Swedish mid century bronze vase by GAB - Guldsmedsaktiobolaget produced in the 1930s. In good original condition with beautiful patina. Stamped and numbered.
Dimensions: H: 17...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
1960s Ceramic Art Pottery His Her Figures after Lisa Larson Scandia
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Ceramic Art pottery figures. His and her figure carefully crafted.
Unmarked. Listed as a pair.
Work is consistent with Scandinavian pottery; attributed in style to Lisa Larson.
6...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Rare Floor Vase by Gunnar Nylund
Located in Long Island City, NY
Floor vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand, Sweden.
Glazed stone ware.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
A vase by Edvin Ollers
By Edvin Ollers
Located in Long Island City, NY
Cylinder shaped vase in pewter with round foot heel and ribbon decor. Designed by Edvin Ollers (1888–1959). Stamped Ollers, S&O Schreuder & Olsson, CAST TIN and year stamp Z8 for 1950.
Category
1950s Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Pewter
Danish Brass Satin Glass Two-Light Table Lamp Desk Lamp, Denmark, 1960s
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
Scandinavian brass two-light table or desk Lamp designed and produced in Denmark in the 1960s. Clean lines and organic design from the Scandinavian Modern period with satin finish gl...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
Set of 8 Stoneware Vases by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Malmö, SE
A set of eight beautiful stoneware vases with amazing and rare glaze.
Designed by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1950s.
Excellent condition. Incised signature "GN" and maker...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Rare XL Sapphire Blue 'Dråbe' /Drop Vase by Per Lütken, Holmegaard from 1959
Located in Utrecht, NL
Rare largest size Sapphire blue 'Dråbe' (drop) vase from 1959.
An iconic design by the Danish glass designer Per Lütken, mouth-blown at Holmegaard Denmark.
The distinctive and chara...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Blown Glass
Eva Jancke-Björk, Vase, Ceramic, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A white and grey-glazed ceramic vase designed by Eva Jancke-Björk and produced by Bo Fajans, Sweden, c. 1940s.
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Ernst Svedbom, Vase, Pewter, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A pewter vase designed and produced by Ernst Svedbom, Sweden, 1930s.
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Pewter
Glass Tray & Bowl by Pertti Santalahti for Humppila, Finland 1970s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Scandinavian modern glass tray and bowl designed by Pertti Santalahti for Humppila, Finland 1970s. Clear & amber colored glass.
Category
Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Glass
Danish Modern Lilac Sand Handmade Ceramic Vase, 1970s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Cylinder shaped Danish modern handmade stoneware vase. Sand colored glaze with lilac and purple running glaze around belly and top. Signed under base. Beautiful vintage condition.
De...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware, Pottery
Bronze Art Deco Vase by GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget, Sweden, 1930s
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful bronze vase with amazing patina.
Made by GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget, Sweden, 1930s.
Great condition, with a few light scratches.
Stamped 'BRONS' and makers mark.
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
Turquois Art Deco Ceramic Globe Vase by Ewald Dahlskog, Bo Fajans, Sweden, 1930s
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful Art Deco globe vase with amazing 'Lava' 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
1940’s Scandinavian Modern Carrara Vase by Wilhelm Kåge for Gustavsberg
Located in Grythyttan, SE
Elevate your home decor to a new level of sophistication with the Carrara Vase, a true masterpiece crafted by the renowned artist Wilhelm Kåge. This extraordinary piece effortlessly ...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Stoneware
Blue Miniature Vase & Bowl - Bertil Lundgren - Rörstrand - Mid Century Modern
Located in Stockholm, SE
Three miniature vases designed by Gunnar Nylund at Rörstrand, the vases have lovely pattern. They are between 6.5 - 10.5 cm (2.6 . 4.2") tall. They are all in excellent condition and...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Porcelain
Kay Bojesen Jointed Monkey Toy Danish Modern Teak
By Kay Bojesen
Located in San Diego, CA
Kay Bojesen articulating and jointed teak monkey. Bought from the original owner who had it in the early 1960s. Nice color and patina the cords are loosely sold AS/IS.
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Teak
Abstract oak and teak sculpture by Swedish artist Sven Olsson
Located in Hägersten, SE
Abstract wooden sculpture by Swedish artist Sven Olsson. Hand made from oak and teak, ca 1950-60s. Beautifully crafted by hand. Base with impressed initials. Very good vintage condit...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Oak, Teak
Einar Barnes for P.S. Heggen Scandinavian Modern Rosewood Trash Can Wastebasket
By Einar Barnes , P.S. Heggen
Located in Ferndale, MI
Beautifully grained rosewood trash can. Designed in Norway by Einar Barnes for P.S. Hegen.
Category
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Swedish turned wooden bowl folk craft handmade early 20th century
Located in Forest, BE
Original Swedish birch turned, folk craft bowl. Some patina and traces of use that gives a warm feeling. A real eye catcher in any interior.
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Category
1920s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Birch
Pair Mid Century Danish Modern Enamel Ratten Sculptural Candlestick Holders
Located in Troy, MI
Rare enamel and rattan candlestick holders by Laurids Lonborg
Denmark 1960s
Red and yellow enameled steel folded into an hourglass form with rattan wrapped center
Yellow candle holder...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Enamel
Upsala Ekeby, Vase, Earthenware, Sweden, 1930s
By Upsala Ekeby
Located in High Point, NC
A beige-glazed earthenware vase designed and produced by Upsala Ekeby, Sweden, 1930s.
*good vintage condition
Dimensions: 7” H x 9.5” diameter
Diameter of opening: 3.75”
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Earthenware
Small Amber Colored Glass Bowl by Tauno Wirkkala for Humppila, Finland 1970s
By Humppila 1
Located in Barcelona, ES
Clear & amber colored glass bowl, designed by Tauno Wirkkala for Humppila, Finland 1970s.
Category
Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Art Glass
Glass Ball Full-Range Stereo Speaker with Built-In Subwoofer 'Customizable'
Located in Copenhagen, DK
This configuration is for a pair of stereo floor speakers with built-in subwoofer.
Prices starts from € 7.950 / $ 8.450
Our audio evokes the beauty...
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Quartz, Marble, Granite
Kosta Boda Atoll Black Large Bowl Design Anna Ehrner
By Kosta Boda
Located in Bochum, NRW
Heavy and thick blown glass large bowl "Atoll" by Anna Ehrner for Kosta Boda, Sweden. Original manufacturer label on the wall. Excellent condition.
Dimensions:
Diameter 17,5 cm, hei...
Category
1990s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Blown Glass
Set of 2 Beige Vases by Preben Brandt-Larsen, Danish Modern Studio Ceramic 1970s
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Set of two vintage vases by Danish ceramist Preben Brandt-Larsen (PBL). Made ca. 1960s to 80s.
The vases have a creamy beige glaze with a few brown speckles. The soft surface and the soft shapes invite to touch them.
Handsigned under bottom: PBL Danmark
Measurements:
Tall vase
Height: 18 cm (7.09")
Diameter: 12 cm (4.72")
Small vase
Height: 9,4 cm (3.70")
Diameter: 10,5 cm (4.13")
Preben Brandt-Larsen ran his own studio on the small island...
Category
Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
A group of 3 Candlesticks Brass - Sweden Mid century
Located in Stockholm, SE
A group of 3 beautiful candlesticks in brass (not solid brass). They are between 23 - 31 cm tall and in excellent condition except from some marks and scratches, They’ve released sli...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
Wirkkala Textured Art Glass Ice Vase, Finland, 1970s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Vintage Finnish Tapio Wirkkala textured art glass cylinder vase for Ittala. Asymmetrical icicle patterns. Beautiful vintage condition.
Finland, 1970s.
Category
Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Glass, Art Glass
Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand, Midcentury Blue Stoneware Vase
Located in Stockholm, SE
A beautiful midcentury Swedish vase in stoneware by Rörstrand, designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane.
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Stoneware
Thorkild Olsen, Royal Copenhagen Terracotta Crackle Matt Glaze Dish #3606
Located in Rothley, Leicestershire
Thorkild Olsenl terracotta matt glaze dish for Royal Copenhagen
A large functional piece decorated with gilded band to rim
Circa 1954
Stamped and numbered 3606
Height 2 inch, Diamete...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Porcelain
Turquoise Ceramic Vase Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand, Scandinavian Midcentury Vintage
Located in Stockholm, SE
A turquoise vase with a lovely glaze designed by Gunnar Nylund at Rörstrand, the vase is 23 cm (9.3") high and 17 x 14 cm (6.8" x 5.6") in diameter. It´s in excellent condition excep...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Stoneware
Hans Bolling Scandinavian Midcentury Brass Candlesticks for Torben Ørskov, 1950s
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Set of four Scandinavian midcentury modern design candlesticks candleholders designed by Hans Bolling and manufactured by Torben Orskov in Denmark, they are made from solid brass and...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
Isak Isaksson Large Blue Ceramic Vase, Crystalline Glaze Contemporary Artist
Located in Stockholm, SE
A large lovely blue vase with a lovely crystalline glaze in silver designed by Isak Isaksson in Sweden. The vase is 30.5 cm (12.2") tall and about 18 cm (7.2") wide and it is in exce...
Category
2010s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Scandinavian Modern Cast Pewter Candle Holders, Edvin Ollers -1975
By Edvin Ollers
Located in Örebro, SE
Scandinavian Modern cast pewter candle holders, Edvin Ollers -1975.
Good vintage condition, wear and patina consistent with age and use.
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Pewter
Nils Thorsson Danish Faience Glazed Baca Bowl by Royal Copenhagen
Located in Knebel, DK
Nils Thorsson for Royal Copenhagen Aluminia Faience glazed Baca bowl, in abstract design, circa 1960s
Beautiful pieces of signed and numbered Danish top craftsmanship
Nils Thorss...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Faience
Vintage Danish Tear Drop Glass Vase by Holmegaard, 1970s
By Holmegaard
Located in Asaa, DK
Vintage Danish Tear Drop Glass Vase by Holmegaard, 1970s.
Rare teardrop shaped clear glass vase with black spiralling swirl decoration designed by Torben Jørgensen in the 1970s for H...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Blown Glass
Just Andersen, pewter fish vase, Danmark 1930s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare, decorative vase in pewter, depicting fish. Made by Just Andersen, Denmark 1930s.
In good condition, bottom with smaller scratches. Normal signs of age and wear.
Category
1930s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Pewter
Ewald Dahlskog – Lovely shaped Turquoise vase - Bo Fajans Sweden 1930s
Located in Stockholm, SE
A lovely turquoise naturally shaped vase designed by Ewald Dahlskog at Bo Fajans, Sweden in the 1930s. The vase is 15 cm (6") high and in excellent condition. It has a lovely glaze.
Category
Early 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
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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