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Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

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
White "Våga, Cararra" pot - Wilhelm Kåge - Gustavsberg
White "Våga, Cararra" pot - Wilhelm Kåge - Gustavsberg

White "Våga, Cararra" pot - Wilhelm Kåge - Gustavsberg

By Wilhelm Kage, Gustavsberg

Located in Stockholm, SE

A stunning white flowerpot from the Våga-serie (Wave) designed by Wilhelm Kåge at Gustavsbergs Studio in the 1950s. The pot is 20 cm in diameter and in excellent condition except fro...

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Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Stoneware

A Large Green Vase Argenta Wilhelm Kåge Gustavsberg, Silver Decor Dragon
A Large Green Vase Argenta Wilhelm Kåge Gustavsberg, Silver Decor Dragon

A Large Green Vase Argenta Wilhelm Kåge Gustavsberg, Silver Decor Dragon

By Gustavsberg, Wilhelm Kage

Located in Stockholm, SE

A really rare and stunning cylindric vase with a well-shaped neck of model Argenta 1243 designed by Wilhelm Kåge at Gustavsberg, this vase is 35.5 cm (14.2") tall and it is in excell...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

Unique Stoneware Vase - Carl-Harry Stålhane - Rörstrand - Scandinavian Design
Unique Stoneware Vase - Carl-Harry Stålhane - Rörstrand - Scandinavian Design

Unique Stoneware Vase - Carl-Harry Stålhane - Rörstrand - Scandinavian Design

By Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand

Located in Stockholm, SE

A vase designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane at Rörstrand in 1965, it´s 7.5 cm (3") tall and it´s in excellent condition. This is a unique vase only made in one copy as you can see of the ...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Ystad Metall, brass vase model 5317-77, Scandinavian Modern / Midcentury
Ystad Metall, brass vase model 5317-77, Scandinavian Modern / Midcentury

Ystad Metall, brass vase model 5317-77, Scandinavian Modern / Midcentury

By Ystad-Metall

Located in Stockholm, SE

Ystad Metall, brass vase model 5317-77, Scandinavian Modern / Midcentury. Beautiful Art Deco shape, a classic, timeless decorative gem. With hallmark: YSTAD-METALL MADE IN SWEDEN.

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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Brass

Large, Stunning Deep Blue Stoneware Vase, Berndt Friberg, Gustavsberg - 1966
Large, Stunning Deep Blue Stoneware Vase, Berndt Friberg, Gustavsberg - 1966

Large, Stunning Deep Blue Stoneware Vase, Berndt Friberg, Gustavsberg - 1966

By Berndt Friberg, Gustavsberg

Located in Stockholm, SE

A large stunning blue stoneware vase by Berndt Friberg at Gustavsberg designed in 1966, the vase has a lovely blue har-fur glaze. The vase is 24 cm (9.6") tall and about 21 cm (´8.4"...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Stoneware

Yellow Ceramic Vase, Sven Wejsfelt, Gustavsberg 1981, Vintage
Yellow Ceramic Vase, Sven Wejsfelt, Gustavsberg 1981, Vintage

Yellow Ceramic Vase, Sven Wejsfelt, Gustavsberg 1981, Vintage

By Sven Wejsfelt, Gustavsberg

Located in Stockholm, SE

A lovely dark green vase with a har fur glaze designed by Sven Wejsfelt at Gustavsberg in Stockholm in 1986. The vase is 16.5 cm high. It's marked as on picture. It is in excellent c...

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1980s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Ceramic

Group of White Ceramics by Nylund & Stålhane - Rörstrand - Midcentury Modern
Group of White Ceramics by Nylund & Stålhane - Rörstrand - Midcentury Modern

Group of White Ceramics by Nylund & Stålhane - Rörstrand - Midcentury Modern

By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand, Carl-Harry Stålhane

Located in Stockholm, SE

A group of six pieces of stoneware vases & one bowl with stunning white glazes designed by Gunnar Nylund and Carl-Harry Stålhane at Rörstrand in the 1950s. The vases are between ...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Mid Century Art Glass Vase by Arthur Pery made in Sweden circa 1950's
Mid Century Art Glass Vase by Arthur Pery made in Sweden circa 1950's

Mid Century Art Glass Vase by Arthur Pery made in Sweden circa 1950's

By Holmgaard

Located in New York, NY

Mid Century Art Glass vase vase made in Sweden by Arthur Percy c. 1950's. The blown vase features an exaggerated elongated neck over the ball form base. This example is in excellent...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Art Glass

Kosta Boda Bertil Vallien Volcano Series Mini Object Vase, Double Bubble 48136
Kosta Boda Bertil Vallien Volcano Series Mini Object Vase, Double Bubble 48136

Kosta Boda Bertil Vallien Volcano Series Mini Object Vase, Double Bubble 48136

By Bertil Vallien, Boda, Kosta Boda

Located in Bad Säckingen, DE

This exquisite mini object vase is a standout piece from Bertil Vallien's iconic Volcano series, designed in 1981. The unique double bubble shape is enhanced by the stunning iridesce...

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1980s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Luster, Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass

Swedish Modern Floor Stoneware Vase by Gunnar Nylund, 1950's
Swedish Modern Floor Stoneware Vase by Gunnar Nylund, 1950's

Swedish Modern Floor Stoneware Vase by Gunnar Nylund, 1950's

By Gunnar Nylund

Located in Uccle, BE

Mid-century ceramic artist Gunnar Nylund's Glazed Stoneware Vase made for Rörstrand, circa 1950s. Incised signature and studio mark to underside: [R Rubus GN Sweden 9]. Image 7: Gunn...

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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Stoneware

Swedish Art Deco Strombergshyttan Art Glass Footed Vase 1940s
Swedish Art Deco Strombergshyttan Art Glass Footed Vase 1940s

Swedish Art Deco Strombergshyttan Art Glass Footed Vase 1940s

By Strombergshyttan

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Striking heavy art glass vase features streamlined, sculptural form with slightly raised rim, done in thick clear glass; the vase is not decorated with an etched motif, letting the g...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Crystal

Modernist Blue Magic Glass Planter by Michael Bang & Ole Winther for Holmegaard
Modernist Blue Magic Glass Planter by Michael Bang & Ole Winther for Holmegaard

Modernist Blue Magic Glass Planter by Michael Bang & Ole Winther for Holmegaard

By Holmegaard

Located in Esbjerg, DK

A stylish Top Hat shaped planter or large vase in white opaline glass. The glass design is by Michael Bang, the decor by Ole Winther and in was made for a limited times during the 19...

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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Opaline Glass

Nordtenn, Vase, Pewter, Sweden, c. 1930s
Nordtenn, Vase, Pewter, Sweden, c. 1930s

Nordtenn, Vase, Pewter, Sweden, c. 1930s

Located in High Point, NC

A pewter vase, designed and produced by Nordtenn, Sweden, c. 1930s

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1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Pewter

Scandinavian Functionalist Stoneware Vase by Gunnar Nylund, 1930s
Scandinavian Functionalist Stoneware Vase by Gunnar Nylund, 1930s

Scandinavian Functionalist Stoneware Vase by Gunnar Nylund, 1930s

By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand

Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län

Striking “Hedgehog” vase by Gunnar Nylund, made in chamotte stoneware. The clean form contrasts with the craggy surface. Eggshell white, glossy glaze. The model was introduced aroun...

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1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Stoneware

Axel Salto Unique Danish vase, in the manner of Salto. Royal Copenhagen
Axel Salto Unique Danish vase, in the manner of Salto. Royal Copenhagen

Axel Salto Unique Danish vase, in the manner of Salto. Royal Copenhagen

By Axel Salto, Royal Copenhagen

Located in Forest, BE

Unique vase made by or in the manner of Axel Salto. Beautiful glaze and details. There's various shades of brown and greens. Will fit any interiors, a true beauty. Axel Johannes ...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Ceramic, Clay

Salt-glazed Brown Stoneware Floor Vase by Arthur Andersson for Wallåkra
Salt-glazed Brown Stoneware Floor Vase by Arthur Andersson for Wallåkra

Salt-glazed Brown Stoneware Floor Vase by Arthur Andersson for Wallåkra

By Wallåkra, Arthur Anderson

Located in Grythyttan, SE

A large and magnificent Scandinavian modern brown salt-glazed stoneware vase by Arthur Andersson with horizontal patterns of zig zags and striations relief decor. Inside glazed. Insi...

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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Upsala Ekeby, Vase, Earthenware, Sweden, 1940s
Upsala Ekeby, Vase, Earthenware, Sweden, 1940s

Upsala Ekeby, Vase, Earthenware, Sweden, 1940s

Located in High Point, NC

A beige and orange-glazed earthenware vase, designed and produced by Upsala Ekeby, Sweden, 1930s.

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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Earthenware

Midcentury Stoneware “Argenta” Box by Wilhelm Kåge, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1946
Midcentury Stoneware “Argenta” Box by Wilhelm Kåge, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1946

Midcentury Stoneware “Argenta” Box by Wilhelm Kåge, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1946

By Wilhelm Kage, Gustavsberg

Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län

Lovely stoneware “Argenta” box by Wilhelm Kåge in a rectangular form. Beautiful decor of a reclining woman, lovely attention to detail. Scalloped pattern around the rim, checkered de...

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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Stoneware

Upsala Ekeby, Vase, Earthenware, Sweden, 1940s
Upsala Ekeby, Vase, Earthenware, Sweden, 1940s

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. 1940s.

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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Stoneware

Nittsjö, Vase, Ceramic, Sweden, 1930s
Nittsjö, Vase, Ceramic, Sweden, 1930s

Nittsjö, Vase, Ceramic, Sweden, 1930s

Located in High Point, NC

A green-glazed ceramic vase produced by Nittsjö, Sweden, c. 1930s. Wear consistent with age and use. Overall Dimensions (inches): 5.0"H x 4.25"D All items ship from High Point, No...

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1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Ceramic

Berndt Friberg, large vase, 46 cm high, Gustavsberg, 1950s
Berndt Friberg, large vase, 46 cm high, Gustavsberg, 1950s

Berndt Friberg, large vase, 46 cm high, Gustavsberg, 1950s

By Berndt Friberg, Gustavsberg

Located in Uppsala, SE

Large blue vase with hare fur glaze designed by Berndt Friberg for Gustavsberg studios in the 1950s. Impressive size and much larger than most Friberg vases. The vase has been restor...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Stoneware

Stunning Art Deco Bronze Vase by GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget, Sweden, 1930s.
Stunning Art Deco Bronze Vase by GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget, Sweden, 1930s.

Stunning Art Deco Bronze Vase by GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget, Sweden, 1930s.

A beautiful Art Deco / Swedish Grace bronze vase with amazing patina. Made by GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget, Sweden, 1930s. Excellent condition, only some light scratches. Stamped 'B...

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1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Bronze

A Unique, Large, Brown Ceramic Vase - Carl-Harry Stålhane Designhuset
A Unique, Large, Brown Ceramic Vase - Carl-Harry Stålhane Designhuset

A Unique, Large, Brown Ceramic Vase - Carl-Harry Stålhane Designhuset

By Carl-Harry Stålhane

Located in Stockholm, SE

A unique brown vase designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane at Designhuset in Lidköping, Sweden in 1970s. The vase is 22 cm (8.8") tall and in excellent condition, it has a beautiful glaze. ...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Jerk Werkmäster, Vase, Ceramic, Sweden, 1930s
Jerk Werkmäster, Vase, Ceramic, Sweden, 1930s

Jerk Werkmäster, Vase, Ceramic, Sweden, 1930s

By Jerk Werkmaster, Nittsjo

Located in High Point, NC

A green-glazed ceramic vase designed by Jerk Werkmäster and produced by Nittsjö, Sweden, c. 1930s.

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1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Ceramic

Sommerso Glass Vase, from Scandinavia 1950, Signed Nils Landberg Orrefors
Sommerso Glass Vase, from Scandinavia 1950, Signed Nils Landberg Orrefors

Sommerso Glass Vase, from Scandinavia 1950, Signed Nils Landberg Orrefors

Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR

This vase Sommerso, is in thick art glass. It is from Scandinavian, circa 1560. It is signed Nils Landberg , with a blue grey color. Orrefors, 1950

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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Art Glass

Large Art Deco Urn Flambé 1930s - Gunnar Nylund - Rörstrand
Large Art Deco Urn Flambé 1930s - Gunnar Nylund - Rörstrand

Large Art Deco Urn Flambé 1930s - Gunnar Nylund - Rörstrand

By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand

Located in Stockholm, SE

A large ceramic urn designed by Gunnar Nylund at Rörstrand. It is 30.5 cm (12.2") tall and in excellent condition. It is marked as the photo shows and it is marked as 1st quality, Th...

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Early 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Ceramic

A pair of large bronze vases by GAB
A pair of large bronze vases by GAB

A pair of large bronze vases by GAB

By GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget

Located in Long Island City, NY

A pair of large Swedish Grace bronze vases, probably designed by Jacob Ängman. Produced by GAB, Sweden , Circa 1930th. Brown-green patinated bronze, bulbous shape with handles and ho...

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1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Bronze

1970s Swedish Stoneware Vase by Curt Addin – Scandinavian Modern / Brutalist
1970s Swedish Stoneware Vase by Curt Addin – Scandinavian Modern / Brutalist

1970s Swedish Stoneware Vase by Curt Addin – Scandinavian Modern / Brutalist

Located in Hannover, DE

This rare Scandinavian modern vase by **Curt Addin**, crafted in Sweden in the 1970s, perfectly balances organic texture with precise design details, making it an exceptional collect...

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1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Pottery

Bronze Art Deco Vase by SVM Handarbete, Sweden, 1930s
Bronze Art Deco Vase by SVM Handarbete, Sweden, 1930s

Bronze Art Deco Vase by SVM Handarbete, Sweden, 1930s

By SVM Handarbete 1

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 Vases and Vessels

Materials

Bronze

Original 1977 Tapio Wirkkala "Paper Bag" Ceramic Vase for Rosenthal
Original 1977 Tapio Wirkkala "Paper Bag" Ceramic Vase for Rosenthal

Original 1977 Tapio Wirkkala "Paper Bag" Ceramic Vase for Rosenthal

By Tapio Wirkkala, Rosenthal

Located in Malmö, SE

Original Tapio Wirkkala "Paper Bag" porcelain Vase for Rosenthal. Early and rare production, made between 1979 and 1980. Excellent condition. Marked 'Rosenthal' 'Studio Linie' and ...

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Mid-20th Century German Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

Large Bronze Art Deco Vase by Sune Backstrom, Sweden, 1920s
Large Bronze Art Deco Vase by Sune Backstrom, Sweden, 1920s

Large Bronze Art Deco Vase by Sune Backstrom, Sweden, 1920s

A large and beautiful bronze vase with amazing patina. Designed by Sune Bäckström in Malmoe, Sweden, 1920s. Great condition. Stamped 'BRONS', model number '9017' and signature 'Su...

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1920s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Bronze

A glass vase by PER LÜTKEN for  Holmegaard
A glass vase by PER LÜTKEN for  Holmegaard

A glass vase by PER LÜTKEN for Holmegaard

By Per Lütken, Holmegaard

Located in Long Island City, NY

A glass vase designed by PER LÜTKEN for Holmegaard, Denmark, circa 1960th. Signed by hand " HOLMEGAARD PL1958".

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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Art Glass

Upsala Ekeby, Vase, Earthenware, Sweden, 1930s
Upsala Ekeby, Vase, Earthenware, Sweden, 1930s

Upsala Ekeby, Vase, Earthenware, Sweden, 1930s

By Upsala Ekeby

Located in High Point, NC

A fluted beige and green-glazed earthenware vase designed and produced by Upsala Ekeby, Sweden, 1930s.

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1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Earthenware

Arne Bang, Vase, Grey Glazed Stoneware, Denmark, 1940s
Arne Bang, Vase, Grey Glazed Stoneware, Denmark, 1940s

Arne Bang, Vase, Grey Glazed Stoneware, Denmark, 1940s

By Arne Bang

Located in High Point, NC

A grey glazed stoneware vase designed and produced by Arne Bang, Denmark, 1940s.

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1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Stoneware

A pewter vase by Edvin Ollers (1888–1959)
A pewter vase by Edvin Ollers (1888–1959)

A pewter vase by Edvin Ollers (1888–1959)

By Edvin Ollers

Located in Long Island City, NY

A pewter vase designed by A pewter vase by Edvin Ollers (1888–1959). Narrow cylindrical shape with slightly flared mouth, round indented foot followed by thin stripe decor and decora...

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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Pewter

Striped Green Glazed Ceramic Vase by Eva Jancke Björk for Upsala Ekeby, Sweden
Striped Green Glazed Ceramic Vase by Eva Jancke Björk for Upsala Ekeby, Sweden

Striped Green Glazed Ceramic Vase by Eva Jancke Björk for Upsala Ekeby, Sweden

By Eva Jancke-Björk, Upsala Ekeby

Located in New York, NY

Ceramic Vase/Candle Holder by Eva Jancke-Björk for Uppsala Ekeby, Sweden, c. 1940 Unique, sculptural glazed ceramic vase by Eva Jancke-Björk. Hand formed and glazed with lime and fo...

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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Ceramic

Midcentury Stoneware Vase by Berndt Friberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1960
Midcentury Stoneware Vase by Berndt Friberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1960

Midcentury Stoneware Vase by Berndt Friberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1960

By Berndt Friberg, Gustavsberg

Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län

Tall, stately stoneware vase by Berndt Friberg in an elegant form with beautiful dark blue hare’s fur glaze. Berndt Friberg was a Swedish ceramicist, renowned for his stoneware vase...

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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Stoneware

Large Stoneware Vase, Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand, Brown Rubus, Mid-Century Modern
Large Stoneware Vase, Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand, Brown Rubus, Mid-Century Modern

Large Stoneware Vase, Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand, Brown Rubus, Mid-Century Modern

By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand

Located in Stockholm, SE

A stoneware vase in the Rubus-serie designed by Gunnar Nylund at Rörstrand, it is 22.5 cm (9") high. It is in mint condition but marked as 2nd quality. Gunnar Nylund was born in ...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Stoneware

"Karneval" Faience vase by Stig Lindberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1950s
"Karneval" Faience vase by Stig Lindberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1950s

"Karneval" Faience vase by Stig Lindberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1950s

By Gustavsberg, Stig Lindberg

Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län

Faience “Karneval” vase by Stig Lindberg, in a clean cylinder shape. Beautiful, playful motif of a woman riding a horse, a man playing a trumpet on the other side. The rim is unglaze...

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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Faience

Rare Stoneware Vase by Annikki Hovisaari for Arabia, Finland, 1960s
Rare Stoneware Vase by Annikki Hovisaari for Arabia, Finland, 1960s

Rare Stoneware Vase by Annikki Hovisaari for Arabia, Finland, 1960s

By Annikki Hovisaari, Arabia, Arabia of Finland

Located in Malmö, SE

A rare and beautiful stoneware vase with amazing glaze. Made by Annikki Hovisaari for Arabia, Finland, 1960s Great condition. Incised signature 'AH' and 'ARABIA'. Annikki Hovisaari...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Orange, White, and Clear Art Glass Vase in Scandinavian Modern Style
Orange, White, and Clear Art Glass Vase in Scandinavian Modern Style

Orange, White, and Clear Art Glass Vase in Scandinavian Modern Style

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Striking sculptural vase is decorated with swirling lines of white and transparent orange fused glass, circling the bowl upwards towards the rim and guiding the eye along the curves ...

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Late 20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Sommerso

Gunnar Ander for Elme Glasbruk, Group of 8 Glass Vases, Sweden, 1960s
Gunnar Ander for Elme Glasbruk, Group of 8 Glass Vases, Sweden, 1960s

Gunnar Ander for Elme Glasbruk, Group of 8 Glass Vases, Sweden, 1960s

Located in Skanninge, SE

A wonderful modernist set of eight 1960s glass vases. In four different colours and 7 different heights, these really make a strong impression standing on a piece of furniture! Size, tallest 50cm (19.7in), shortest 14cm (5.5in). The colours are, green, blue, purple and orange/yellowish. One vase with an old "Elme" manufacturer label. Gunnar Ander (1908 - 1976) A Swedish designer and architect. His design achievement covers a wide area. He was hired by Erik Hovhammar on Lindshammars Glasbruk to develop a new design profile to differentiate them from the competition. He also worked at Elme Glasbruk...

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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Glass

Art Deco Vase by Ilse Claesson, Rörstrand, Green and Black, 1930s
Art Deco Vase by Ilse Claesson, Rörstrand, Green and Black, 1930s

Art Deco Vase by Ilse Claesson, Rörstrand, Green and Black, 1930s

By Rörstrand, Ilse Claussen

Located in Stockholm, SE

A lovely vase designed by Ilse Claesson in the 1930s at Rörstrand, Sweden. It is 22 cm high and in very good condition except from some craquelure in the glaze because of the age.

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Early 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Porcelain

Arthur Percy, Vase, Ceramic, Sweden, 1930s
Arthur Percy, Vase, Ceramic, Sweden, 1930s

Arthur Percy, Vase, Ceramic, Sweden, 1930s

By Arthur Percy

Located in High Point, NC

A green-glazed ceramic vase designed by Arthur Percy and produced by Gefle, Sweden, 1930s. Dimensions: 5.375” H x 5” diameter

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1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Ceramic

Silver. Vase by Tapio Wirkkala, Kultakeskus OY, Hämeenlinna, Finland, 1973
Silver. Vase by Tapio Wirkkala, Kultakeskus OY, Hämeenlinna, Finland, 1973

Silver. Vase by Tapio Wirkkala, Kultakeskus OY, Hämeenlinna, Finland, 1973

By Tapio Wirkkala

Located in Stockholm, SE

This vase In silver was designed by the Finnish master Tapio Wirkkala, whose artistic expression consistently drew inspiration from nature. He himself described how he discovered for...

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1970s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Sterling Silver

Upsala Ekeby, Vase, Earthenware, Sweden, 1950s
Upsala Ekeby, Vase, Earthenware, Sweden, 1950s

Upsala Ekeby, Vase, Earthenware, Sweden, 1950s

By P. Ipsens Enke

Located in High Point, NC

A blue-glazed earthenware vase produced by Upsala Ekeby, Sweden, c. 1950s.

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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Earthenware

Early Tapio Wirkkala "Winter Journey" Tall White Porcelain Vase
Early Tapio Wirkkala "Winter Journey" Tall White Porcelain Vase

Early Tapio Wirkkala "Winter Journey" Tall White Porcelain Vase

By Rut Bryk, Tapio Wirkkala, Rosenthal

Located in Bainbridge, NY

Tall Tapio Wirkkala, Rut Bryk "Winterreise" White Porcelain Vase for Rosenthal. Circa 1980. Featuring a flared polygonal column form on 3.75D base with winter landscape Black line d...

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1980s German Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Porcelain

"Mikrokosmos" Hanging Planter by Olof Hult
"Mikrokosmos" Hanging Planter by Olof Hult

"Mikrokosmos" Hanging Planter by Olof Hult

By Olof Hult

Located in Long Island City, NY

Very rare “Mikrokosmos” hanging planter designed by Olof Hult (1892-1962) for Nafveqvarns Bruk, Sweden, designed 1922, executed 1920s-1930s. Height 5",...

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1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Iron

Art Deco Bronze Vase by GAB, Sweden, 1930s
Art Deco Bronze Vase by GAB, Sweden, 1930s

Art Deco Bronze Vase by GAB, Sweden, 1930s

By GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget

Located in Staffanstorp, SE

A refined Art Deco vase produced by GAB (Guldsmedsaktiebolaget), Sweden, in the 1930s. Executed in solid bronze with a deep green patinated surface that has developed a beautiful, so...

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1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Bronze

Danish Modern Norwegian Pewter Vase Manufactured by Norsk Tinn
Danish Modern Norwegian Pewter Vase Manufactured by Norsk Tinn

Danish Modern Norwegian Pewter Vase Manufactured by Norsk Tinn

By Norsk Solwarreindustri

Located in Chula Vista, CA

For your consideration, a vintage Norwegian pewter vase manufactured by Norsk Tinn featuring a raised motif of a warrior on horseback and a V...

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1960s Norwegian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Pewter

Glass Vase by Edward Hald for Orrefors
Glass Vase by Edward Hald for Orrefors

Glass Vase by Edward Hald for Orrefors

By Edward Hald, Orrefors

Located in New York, NY

Circa 1950s Glass Vase Glass Vase by Edward Hald for Orrefors. Hald was active at the Swedish Glass maker Orrefors between 1917-1978 and was a prolific Swedish glass designer who featured during the World exhibition in Paris in 1925 where the Swedish pavilion was a success. He is especially known for his engraved designs. Very good vintage condition with Orrefors engraved...

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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Glass

Sune Bäckström, Sweden, 1920s–1930s. Swedish Grace Bronze Jardinière
Sune Bäckström, Sweden, 1920s–1930s. Swedish Grace Bronze Jardinière

Sune Bäckström, Sweden, 1920s–1930s. Swedish Grace Bronze Jardinière

By Sune Bäckström, Einar Backstrom

Located in Hammarö, SE

Sune Bäckström was one of the leading Swedish designers working in bronze during the Swedish Grace period of the 1920s and 1930s. Together with his brother, Einar Bäckström, he found...

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Early 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Bronze

Scandinavian Modern vases and vessels for sale on 1stDibs.

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