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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Period: Mid-20th Century
Style: Scandinavian Modern
Deep Green Vase Argenta / Surrea Wilhelm Kåge Gustavsberg Green, Silver Decor
Located in Stockholm, SE
A vase of model Argenta designed by Wilhelm Kåge at Gustavsberg, this vase is 19 cm (7.6") high. It´s in excellent condition and marked as on photo. The decor is made in silver.
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand Atelier, Mid-Century Brown Vase
Located in Stockholm, SE
A beautiful mid-century Swedish vase designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane at Rörstrand Atelier, Sweden, the vase is 11.5 cm high and in excellent condition. This vase was designed and produced in the mid-century.
Carl-Harry Stålhane is one of the top names when it comes to Mid century Scandinavian...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Stoneware
Gunnar Cyren Candle Holder
By Gunnar Cyren
Located in Oakland, CA
Danish cast iron candleholder designed by Gunnar Cyren, circa 1960 Denmark. Candle Holder features eight candles sticks. Excellent condition with minor signs of age and use.
Measure...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
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...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Metal
A Classic Elegant "Aro" Ceramic Bowl by Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
A Classic "Aro" Ceramic bowl by Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1960s. A timeless and sophisticated "Aro" bowl crafted by Gunnar Nylund showcases exquisite shades in blue and brow...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Just Andersen, Vase, Disko Metal, Denmark, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A disko metal vase designed and produced by Just Andersen, Denmark, 1930s.
Category
1930s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Metal
Swedish Modern Veckla bowl by Stig Lindberg Gustavsberg 1950s
Located in Boden, SE
"Veckla" vase designed by Stig Lindberg for Gustavsberg. Stig Lindberg designed the series in 1950, the series was composed of 12 bowls and vases with sculptural free form shapes. Th...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Stoneware
Large Stoneware Vase, Brown, Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand, Scandinavian Modern
Located in Stockholm, SE
A large vase designed by Gunnar Nylund at Rörstrand, the vase is 33 cm high and it is in very good condition except from some scratching marks below (see photo) therefore it is marke...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Stoneware
Börne Augustsson, Vase, Blown Glass, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A organic blue-colored blown glass vase designed by Börne Augustsson and produced by Åseda Glasbruk, Sweden, c. 1940s.
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Blown Glass
Large Royal Copenhagen Crackle Glazed Lidded Urn. Thorkild Olsen, Denmark, 1961.
Located in Malmö, SE
Elegant Royal Copenhagen crackle glazed lidded urn with gilded banding on rim and lidd.
Designed by THORKILD OLSEN (1890-1973) for ROYAL COPENHAGEN. Made in Denmark, 1961. Makers mar...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Porcelain
Noomi Backhausen, Vase, Stoneware, Denmark, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A beige and black-glazed stoneware vase with relief decoration, designed by Noomi Backhausen and produced by Søholm, Bornholm, Denmark, 1960s.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Stoneware
Mikrokosmos Cast Iron Urn by Olof Hult Scandinavian Modern
By Olof Hult
Located in Copenhagen, DK
OLOF HULT - SCANDINAVIAN MODERN
Trädgårdsurnor "Mikrokosmos" by Olof Hult, Sweden.
Cast iron urn with natural patina.
Model exhibited at The International Exposition of Modern I...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Iron
Scandinavian Wooden Candleholders, Set of 6
Located in KUTNO, PL
This set of Scandinavian wooden candle holders is a perfect example of the simplicity and natural beauty that characterize Scandinavian design. Made of wood, often from light species...
Category
1960s Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund Large Ceramic Bowl, Glaze in Yellow and Violet Tones
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund large ceramic bowl.
Glaze in yellow and violet tones.
Measures: 33.5 cm. x 20 cm. x 5 cm.
In perfect condition. 1st. as...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Arne Bang Light Blue Speckled Art Deco Stoneware Vase, 1930s
By Arne Bang
Located in Odense, DK
Beautiful stoneware vase in light blue speckled glazing handmade by Arne Bang in Denmark the 1930s. Signature "AB" to base.
Arne Bang (1901-1983) was a Danish sculptor and ceramic de...
Category
1930s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Stoneware
Per Lutken Scandinavian Mid-Century Light Blue Glass Vases, Holmegar, 1960s
By Holmegaard, Per Lütken
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Scandinavian glass vases, set of three, designed by Per Lutken for Holmegaard with mark engraved on the bottom, Denmark 1960s.
Dimensions from left
height 17.5 cm - diameter 5 cm...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Glass
Vase Designed By Gunvor Olin-Grönqvist For Arabia, Made In Finland
Located in Doraville, GA
DESCRIPTION
A blue / grey vase designed by Gunvor Olin-Grönqvist for Arabia, made in Finland. The vase measures approximately 5 3/8 inches in diameter and is 4 7/8 inches tall. Th...
Category
Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Green Vase Gunnar Nylund Rörstrand - Beautiful Glaze - Midcentury Modern
Located in Stockholm, SE
A lovely green/turquoise vase designed by Gunnar Nylund at Rörstrand, it´s 24.5 cm (7") high. It´s in excellent condition except from some minor marks and marked as 1st quality.
G...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Scandinavian Modern Rectangular Orange Glass Vase in Style of Lindshammar, 1960s
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Sculptural rectangular glass vase features striking, jewel-like deep orange glass color and lightly textured surfaces that add detail and visual interest to a minimally shaped piece...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Glass, Art Glass
Vintage Rosewood and Brass Trinket Jewelry Box, 1960s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A beautifully crafted rosewood box with brass sides and pin-inlays to its star-perforated lid. Despite its Arabic inspired lid it was in fact made in Scandinavia during the 1960s. A ...
Category
1960s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
Modernist wood sculpture by unknown Swedish sculptor. Made in 1962
Located in Hägersten, SE
Modernist sculpture by unknown Swedish sculptor. Made in 1962 and signed with the artist name boholm and year -62. Hand carved from wood with a dark stained finish. Good vintage cond...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Pine
Art déco bronze bowl, Sweden, 1930s
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Patinated bronze bowl by unknown Swedish designer and maker during the first half of the 20th century.
Marked E.B on bottom.
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
Christer Heijl, Dish, Ceramic, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
An off-white and green-glazed ceramic dish designed by Christer Heijl and produced by Töreboda Keramik, Sweden, 1930s.
Dimensions: 2.625” H x 13.75” W x 13.25” D
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Tamara Aladin for Riihimäen Lasi, Finland. Art glass vase in turquoise.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Tamara Aladin (1932-2019) for Riihimäen Lasi, Finland.
Art glass vase in turquoise.
Model 1440.
1960s.
Marked.
Perfect condition.
Dimensions: H 16.0 cm x D 6.0 cm.
Category
1960s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Art Glass
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
Josef Frank Six-Branched Candle Holder for Firma Svenskt Tenn, Sweden 1930s
Located in Utrecht, NL
In 1934, Josef Frank made his first attempt at modernizing the classic candelabra. With softly swaying forms, he eliminated the base in the middle, ...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
1970s Studio Ceramic Bowl Ethnic Scandinavian Style by Friedl Thoms, Germany
Located in Andernach, DE
A truly unusual piece of art is this bowl from ceramic, hand thrown by female German artist Friedl Thoms.
The inner decoration and handles remind of Nordic, Scandinavian ethnic patte...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
GAB, Small Candlesticks, Pewter, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of small pewter candlesticks designed and produced by GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget, Sweden, 1930s.
Holds 0.4” diameter candles
”P9 GAB TENN” stamp on bottom
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Pewter
Scandinavian glass artist, tall and slim art glass vase. 1960s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Scandinavian glass artist, tall and slim art glass vase.
Mouth-blown. Heavy vase.
Amber and green glass with embedded air bubbles.
From the 1960s.
Unstam...
Category
1960s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Art Glass
Danish Eslau Mint Green Rippled Vase, 1950s
By Eslau
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Beautiful, large mint green glazed vase with vertical hand-carved ripples. Manufactured in the 1950s by Danish ceramic studio, Eslau. Signed under base. Great vintage condition with ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery, Clay
Blue Ceramic Vase Lovely Glaze Carl-Harry Stålhane Rörstrand, Mid 20th Century
Located in Stockholm, SE
A ceramic vase with a lovely glaze designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane at Rörstrand, it´s 32 cm (12.8") high. It´s in excellent condition, it is marked as 2nd quality because a small whi...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Michael Andersen Lined Vase With Blue Neck, 1960s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Handmade Danish midcentury modern vase made by Michael Andersen & Son on the island of Bornholm in the 1960s. Shiny deep blue glaze with hand-carved incised vertical lines along the ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware, Pottery, Clay
Red Royal Copenhagen Crackle Glazed Vase. Thorkild Olsen, Denmark, 1950s
Located in Malmö, SE
Elegant Royal Copenhagen crackle glazed vase with gilded banding on the base.
Designed by THORKILD OLSEN (1890-1973) for ROYAL COPENHAGEN. Made in Denmark, 1950s.
Great condition. M...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Porcelain
Mid-century Modern Vintage Swedish Scandinavian Clear Glass Contour Vase, 1950s
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This glass vase from the Contour series was designed by Vicke Lindstrand for the Swedish glassworks Kosta Glasbruk during the 1950s. It is made of high quality clear crystal glass wi...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Glass
Scandinavian Modern Squared & Fluted Brass Vase By Gunnar Ander for Ystad-Metall
Located in Grythyttan, SE
This mid-century vase, designed by Gunnar Ander for Ystad-Metall, exemplifies Scandinavian Modern design from the 1960s. Made of brass, the vase features a distinctive squared and conical shape, resting on a circular base. The design is enhanced by three vertical flutes on each side, adding subtle detail to its clean lines.
Handcrafted in Ystad, Sweden, it bears the engraved markings "Ystad-Metall" and "MADE IN SWEDEN" on the underside, confirming its authenticity. This vase is a fine representation of the craftsmanship and aesthetic principles of its time.
ABOUT GUNNAR ANDER
Gunnar Ander (1908–1976) was a Swedish designer known for his artistic talent and significant contributions to Scandinavian design. Born in Lidköping, Ander showed early promise, illustrating for a local newspaper as a teenager before studying at the Royal Academy of Fine Arts in Stockholm.
In the late 1940s or early 1950s, he joined Ystad-Metall, where he created some of the company’s most iconic designs, particularly his brass candle holders, which remain highly sought after today. Ander also worked for Lindshammar Glassworks and was a key designer at Scandia Present...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
XL 70cm Modernist Sculptural Brutalist Copper TRIPOD Candleholder, Austria 1950s
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Brutalist floor candleholder with tripod stand
Origin: Austria
Material: Solid copper candleholder
Decade: 1950s
Description: This original vintage candleholder, was pro...
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Copper
1950s Danish Teak Freeform Carved Nut Bowl Table Centerpiece Vintage Modern
By Finn Juhl
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Obscure Danish Design Company, AL-BO. Highly finished, thin walled Teak wedge-shaped bowl.
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Teak
Pierre Forsell Candlestick Model Variabel Produced by Skultuna in Sweden
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Candlestick in brass model Variabel designed by Pierre Forsell. Produced by Skultuna in Sweden.
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
Vintage Mid-Century Patinated Bronze Vase, GAB, Sweden, 1930s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Lovely 1930s bronze vase, in a plump form with decorative handles and details. Patinated in beautiful green nuances.
GAB was founded in Stockholm in 1867 and was an important influe...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Wooden Candle Holders by Kaija Aarikka for Aarikka, Finland 1960s
Located in ROUEN, FR
Pair of Wooden Candle Holders by Kaija Aarikka for Aarikka, Finland 1960s.
Made of wood and painted in a creamy shade.
Aarikka is a famous Finnish home decoration brand, founded by...
Category
Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood, Paint
Kai Bloomqvist Scandinavian Modern Patinated Cast Bronze Bowl, Finland, 1970's
Located in New York, NY
Kaj Blomquist cast bronze bowl on three legs with oxidized patina. Signed “Kaj Blomqvist”, Finland 1 970s.
Measure: Diameter: 10.75”.
Category
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
Royal Copenhagen Crackle Glazed Bowl. Thorkild Olsen, Denmark, 1954. Green Gold.
Located in Malmö, SE
Elegant Royal Copenhagen crackle glazed bowl with gilded banding on the rim and base.
Designed by THORKILD OLSEN (1890-1973) for ROYAL COPENHAGEN. M...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Porcelain
Pierre Forsell Vase in Brass by Skultuna in Sweden
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare brass vase designed by Pierre Forsell. Produced by Skultuna in Sweden.
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
Lovely Blue Ceramic Vase, Berndt Friberg, Gustavsberg 1958
Located in Stockholm, SE
A lovely blue vase designed by Berndt Friberg at Gustavsberg in Stockholm, the vase is 16.5 cm high with a lovely harfur glase. It ´s marked as on picture and was made in 1958. It is...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand / Rørstrand, Large Stoneware Vase, 1950s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand / Rørstrand. Large stoneware vase, 1950s.
Measures: 28.5 x 12 cm.
In perfect condition.
Beautiful glaze in purple and blue green shades.
2. Factory qu...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Stoneware
Otto Brauer for Holmegaard. Colossal bottle in green art glass with green ball
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Otto Brauer for Holmegaard.
Colossal vase / bottle in green art glass with green ball. 1960's.
Measures: 51 cm. x 19 cm.
In perfect condition.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Art Glass
Stoneware Vase by Berndt Friberg for Gustavsberg Studio, Sweden, 1969
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, 1969.
Great condition.
Incised signa...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
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
Green & Black Art Deco Vase, Upsala Ekeby Ostergren, Sweden, 1930s
Located in Stockholm, SE
A beautiful black and green ceramic vase with yellow handles in a classic Art Deco shape, the vase is designed at Upsala Ekeby between 1932-1938. It is 16 cm (6.4") tall and about 14...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Danish Modern Rosewood Planter Table
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Danish modern rosewood planter table by Arne Wahl Iversen.
Category
1960s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Rosewood
Gunnar Nylund Stoneware "GN ARU" Blue Bowl for Rörstrand, Sweden, 1960s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gunnar Nylund Stoneware "GN ARU" Blue Bowl for Rörstrand, Sweden, 1960s
Beautiful stoneware bowl by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand in shades of light blue and brown trim hares fur gl...
Category
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Scandinavian Modern zigzag patterned Earthenware Hedgehog, 1960s
By Rörstrand
Located in Grythyttan, SE
This Scandinavian Modern earthenware hedgehog from the 1960s exudes charm with its glazed zigzag pattern on beige fur. The unglazed brown face adds a distinctive touch to its feature...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Earthenware
Vintage Signed Largest Teak Articulated Monkey by Kay Bojesen, Denmark ca. 1952
By Kay Bojesen
Located in Geneva, CH
Rare Iconic vintage largest articulated monkey designed by Kay Bojesen, Denmark, 1952.
Teak and limba.
Articulated joints, head, arms, legs.
Can be hung by hands and feet on a shelf ...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Teak
Jens Quistgaard Candelabra, Cast Iron
Located in Oakland, CA
Danish sculptural candelabra designed Jens Quistgaard circa 1960 Denmark.
Measurements
W 4.35'' x D 4.35'' x H 7''.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Iron
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
Wrought Iron Candelabra, Gunnar ANDER - 1960s for YSTAD
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
A beautiful wrought iron candelabra, designed by Gunnar Ander for the Swedish manufacturer Ystad Metall in the 1960s.
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Iron
Set of 2 White 'Vaga' Bowls by Wilhelm Kage for Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1940s.
Located in Malmö, SE
A set of two beautiful 'Våga' bowls. Stoneware with white 'Carrara' glaze.
Made by Wilhelm Kåge at Gustavsberg Studio in Sweden, 1940s.
Swedish Grace.
Great condition.
Impressed wi...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Scandinavian Modern Box in Pewter, Guldsmedsaktiebolaget GAB -1934
Located in Örebro, SE
Art Deco pewter box, Guldsmedsaktiebolaget GAB -1934, with engraving AB.
Wear and patina consistent with age and use. Dents, dings and scratches. The inside of the lid with visible ...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Pewter
Anna-Lisa Thomson, Dish, Ceramic, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A green-glazed dish designed by Anna-Lisa Thomson and produced by Upsala Ekeby, Sweden, c. 1930s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 2.0"H x 10.375"W x 10.375"D
All items ship from High ...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Nittsjö, Vase, Ceramic, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A green-glazed ceramic vase produced by Nittsjö, Sweden, c. 1930s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 8.0"H x 6.0"W x 6.0"D
All items ship from High Point, North Carolina.
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Anna-Lisa Thomson, Dish, Earthenware, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A blue-glazed ceramic dish designed by Anna-Lisa Thomson and produced by Upsala Ekeby, Sweden, c. 1930s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 2.625"H x 7.25"W x 11.75"D
All items ship from...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Earthenware
Upsala Ekeby, Vase, Earthenware, Sweden, 1930s
By Upsala Ekeby
Located in High Point, NC
A green and off-white glazed earthenware vase produced by Upsala Ekeby, Sweden, c. 1930s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 7.0"H x 5.5"W x 4.5"D
All items ship from High Point, North C...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Earthenware
Ewald Dahlskog, Vase, Ceramic, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A green-glazed ceramic vase designed by Ewald Dahlskog and produced by Bo Fajans, Sweden, c. 1930s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 5.875"H x 3.75"W x 3.75"D
All items ship from High ...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
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
Upsala Ekeby, Vase, Earthenware, Sweden, 1930s
By Upsala Ekeby
Located in High Point, NC
An beige and orange-glazed earthenware vase produced by Upsala Ekeby, Sweden, c. 1930s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 6.5"H x 4.25"W x 4.25"D
All items ship from High Point, North C...
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1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Earthenware
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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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
Edvin Öhrström, Vase, Glass, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A blue blown-glass vase designed by Edvin Öhrström and produced by Orrefors, Sweden, c. 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 5.9"H x 5.25"W x 5.25"D
All items ship from High Point, ...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage 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.
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