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Scandinavian Modern Vases

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
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Vase, Tulip Designed by Nils Landberg for Orrefors, Sweden, 1957
By Nils Landberg
Located in Stockholm, SE
Vase, tulip designed by Nils Landberg for Orrefors, Sweden, 1957. Glass. Measurements H: 44.5 cm/ 1' 6".
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases

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Glass

Vase, Tulip Designed by Nils Landberg for Orrefors, Sweden, 1957
Vase, Tulip Designed by Nils Landberg for Orrefors, Sweden, 1957

Vase, Tulip Designed by Nils Landberg for Orrefors, Sweden, 1957

Vintage Norwegian Green Glass Vase by Benny Motzfeldt, 1960s.
By Benny Motzfeldt
Located in Asaa, DK
Vintage Norwegian Green Glass Vase by Benny Motzfeldt, 1960s. Small round vase in green glass with controlled air bubbles. Still with its original st...
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1960s Norwegian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases

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Blown Glass

Vintage Norwegian Green Glass Vase by Benny Motzfeldt, 1960s.

Vintage Norwegian Green Glass Vase by Benny Motzfeldt, 1960s.

Michael Andersen Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Green Ceramic Vases, 1940s
By Michael Andersen & Son
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Tan France Auction Pick Set of two Scandinavian ceramic vases designed by Danish artist Michael Andersen & Son, signature engraved on the bottom, 1940s Dimension big vase: diameter...
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1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases

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Ceramic

Michael Andersen Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Green Ceramic Vases, 1940s
Michael Andersen Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Green Ceramic Vases, 1940s

Michael Andersen Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Green Ceramic Vases, 1940s

1800's Swedish Mortars made of Öland limestone
Located in Farsta, SE
Mortars made of Öland limestone in the 1800's was used by many in Sweden. They was known for its durability and ability to withstand wear over time. Great patina and beautiful depth...
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18th Century Swedish Antique Scandinavian Modern Vases

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Limestone

1800's Swedish Mortars made of Öland limestone
1800's Swedish Mortars made of Öland limestone

1800's Swedish Mortars made of Öland limestone

1800's Swedish Mortars made of Öland limestone
Located in Farsta, SE
Mortars made of Öland limestone in the 1800's was used by many in Sweden. They was known for its durability and ability to withstand wear over time. Heigth: 12 cm Diameter: 16 cm ...
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18th Century Swedish Antique Scandinavian Modern Vases

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Limestone

1800's Swedish Mortars made of Öland limestone
1800's Swedish Mortars made of Öland limestone

1800's Swedish Mortars made of Öland limestone

Midcentury Stoneware Vase by Berndt Friberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1950s
By Gustavsberg, Berndt Friberg
Located in Stockholm, SE
Elegant, small stoneware vase by Berndt Friberg, in a smooth form with dark blue hare’s fur glaze, lighter around the neck. Somewhat glossy finish. Berndt Friberg was a Swedish cera...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases

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Stoneware

Midcentury Stoneware Vase by Berndt Friberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1950s
Midcentury Stoneware Vase by Berndt Friberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1950s

Midcentury Stoneware Vase by Berndt Friberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1950s

Vintage Crystal Coquille Vase by Paul Kedelv for Flygsfors Sweden, 1950s.
By Paul Kedelv, Flygfors Glass
Located in Asaa, DK
Vintage Crystal Coquille Vase by Paul Kedelv for Flygsfors Sweden, 1950s. Small Swedish glass vase signed with Coquille and Flygsfors/56 which indicates it was made in 1956. Height 1...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases

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Crystal

Vintage Crystal Coquille Vase by Paul Kedelv for Flygsfors Sweden, 1950s.
Vintage Crystal Coquille Vase by Paul Kedelv for Flygsfors Sweden, 1950s.

Vintage Crystal Coquille Vase by Paul Kedelv for Flygsfors Sweden, 1950s.

Green Vase - Carl-Harry Stålhane - Rörstrand - Mid 20th Century Modern
By Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand
Located in Stockholm, SE
A green vase designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane at Rörstrand, it´s 10 cm (4") high. It´s marked as 1st quality and is in excellent condition. Carl-Harry Stålhane is one of the top nam...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases

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Porcelain

Green Vase - Carl-Harry Stålhane - Rörstrand - Mid 20th Century Modern
Green Vase - Carl-Harry Stålhane - Rörstrand - Mid 20th Century Modern

Green Vase - Carl-Harry Stålhane - Rörstrand - Mid 20th Century Modern

Large Amazing Yellow, ceramic Floor Pot / Jug - Italy
Located in Stockholm, SE
A lovely yellow and dark green jug in ceramic from Italy. It is 48 cm (19.2") high and in excellent condition except from a chip near the base. Marked below as on photo.
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Early 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases

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Stoneware

Large Amazing Yellow, ceramic Floor Pot / Jug - Italy
Large Amazing Yellow, ceramic Floor Pot / Jug - Italy

Large Amazing Yellow, ceramic Floor Pot / Jug - Italy

Black Vase - Carl-Harry Stålhane - Rörstrand Atelier - Mid 20th Century Modern
By Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand
Located in Stockholm, SE
A black vase designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane at Rörstrand Atelier, it´s 16 cm (6.4") high. It´s marked as 1st quality and is in excellent condition except from some minor scratches. ...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases

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Porcelain

Black Vase - Carl-Harry Stålhane - Rörstrand Atelier - Mid 20th Century Modern
Black Vase - Carl-Harry Stålhane - Rörstrand Atelier - Mid 20th Century Modern

Black Vase - Carl-Harry Stålhane - Rörstrand Atelier - Mid 20th Century Modern

Mid-Century Upsala-Ekeby "Grofit" Vase by Mari Simmulson
By Mari Simmulson, Upsala Ekeby
Located in Sacramento, CA
Mid-century “Grofit” vase by Mari Simmulson for Upsala-Ekeby, made in Sweden. The vase is very dark brown, with a handle and a patterned base. Marked on the underside and with a stic...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases

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Pottery

Mid-Century Upsala-Ekeby "Grofit" Vase by Mari Simmulson
Mid-Century Upsala-Ekeby "Grofit" Vase by Mari Simmulson

Mid-Century Upsala-Ekeby "Grofit" Vase by Mari Simmulson

Brown Vase - Carl-Harry Stålhane - Rorstrand - Mid 20th Century
By Rörstrand, Carl-Harry Stålhane
Located in Stockholm, SE
A brown vase designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane at Rörstrand. The vase is 17 cm (6.8") high and in very good condition except from a small chip below the glaze on the top why it is mark...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases

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Ceramic

Brown Vase - Carl-Harry Stålhane - Rorstrand - Mid 20th Century
Brown Vase - Carl-Harry Stålhane - Rorstrand - Mid 20th Century

Brown Vase - Carl-Harry Stålhane - Rorstrand - Mid 20th Century

Danish Design Jacob Bang Vase
By Jacob Bang
Located in Kastrup, DK
Jacob Bang, Danish 1932-2011 Unique vase in glazed stoneware. Beautiful glaze in shades grey, white, black and earth tones. Signed Jacob Bang 1970 Jacob Bang was a Danish cera...
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Vases

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Ceramic

Danish Design Jacob Bang Vase
Danish Design Jacob Bang Vase

Danish Design Jacob Bang Vase

Black Ceramic Vase - Carl-Harry Stålhane - Rörstrand - Mid 20th Century
By Rörstrand, Carl-Harry Stålhane
Located in Stockholm, SE
A black vase designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane at Rörstrand. The vase is 13.5 cm (5.4") high and in excellent condition. The vase is marked as 2nd quality. Carl-Harry Stålhane is one...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases

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Ceramic

Black Ceramic Vase - Carl-Harry Stålhane - Rörstrand - Mid 20th Century
Black Ceramic Vase - Carl-Harry Stålhane - Rörstrand - Mid 20th Century

Black Ceramic Vase - Carl-Harry Stålhane - Rörstrand - Mid 20th Century

Black Ceramic Vase - Carl-Harry Stålhane - Rörstrand - Mid 20th Century
By Rörstrand, Carl-Harry Stålhane
Located in Stockholm, SE
A black vase designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane at Rörstrand. The vase is 10.5 cm (4.2") high and in excellent condition. The vase is marked as 2nd quality. Carl-Harry Stålhane is one...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases

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Ceramic

Black Ceramic Vase - Carl-Harry Stålhane - Rörstrand - Mid 20th Century
Black Ceramic Vase - Carl-Harry Stålhane - Rörstrand - Mid 20th Century

Black Ceramic Vase - Carl-Harry Stålhane - Rörstrand - Mid 20th Century

Lovely Yellow & Blue Ceramic Vase - Carl-Harry Stålhane - Rörstrand
By Rörstrand, Carl-Harry Stålhane
Located in Stockholm, SE
A vase with a lovely blue & yellow glaze designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane at Rörstrand. The vase is 28 cm (11.2") high and in excellent condition. The vase is marked as 2nd quality. ...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases

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Ceramic

Lovely Yellow & Blue Ceramic Vase - Carl-Harry Stålhane - Rörstrand
Lovely Yellow & Blue Ceramic Vase - Carl-Harry Stålhane - Rörstrand

Lovely Yellow & Blue Ceramic Vase - Carl-Harry Stålhane - Rörstrand

Carl-Harry Stålhane - Black hare´s fur vase
By Carl-Harry Stålhane
Located in Klintehamn, SE
Black stoneware vase designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane for Rörstrand Sweden. The black items by Stålhane has become highly sought after by collectors.
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases

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Ceramic

Carl-Harry Stålhane - Black hare´s fur vase
Carl-Harry Stålhane - Black hare´s fur vase

Carl-Harry Stålhane - Black hare´s fur vase

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Modernist Miniature Stoneware Vase by Berndt Friberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1950s
By Gustavsberg, Berndt Friberg
Located in Stockholm, SE
Miniature stoneware vase by Berndt Friberg in a plump apple form. Vibrant blue hare’s fur glaze. Berndt Friberg was a Swedish ceramicist, renowned for his stoneware vases and vess...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases

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Stoneware

Modernist Miniature Stoneware Vase by Berndt Friberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1950s
Modernist Miniature Stoneware Vase by Berndt Friberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1950s

Modernist Miniature Stoneware Vase by Berndt Friberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1950s

Unique Green Stoneware Vase, Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand, 1961
By Rörstrand, Carl-Harry Stålhane
Located in Stockholm, SE
A lovely Green, unique vase designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane at Rörstrand. The vase is 21 cm high and was made in 1961.It is in excellent condition except from some minor scratches on...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases

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Ceramic

Unique Green Stoneware Vase, Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand, 1961
Unique Green Stoneware Vase, Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand, 1961

Unique Green Stoneware Vase, Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand, 1961

Group of 5 Black Vases Ceramics, Rörstrand Carl-Harry Stålhane, Midcentury
By Rörstrand
Located in Stockholm, SE
A group of five black vases designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane at Rörstrand. The vases are between 10 - 34 cm high and in excellent condition except from some minor marks and scratches....
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases

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Porcelain

Group of 5 Black Vases Ceramics, Rörstrand Carl-Harry Stålhane, Midcentury
Group of 5 Black Vases Ceramics, Rörstrand Carl-Harry Stålhane, Midcentury

Group of 5 Black Vases Ceramics, Rörstrand Carl-Harry Stålhane, Midcentury

Midentury Stoneware Floor Vase, Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1950s
By Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand
Located in Stockholm, SE
Statuesque stoneware floor vase by Carl-Harry Stålhane, in a clean form with beautiful blue glaze with a somewhat grainy look. Carl-Harry Stålhane was one of the stars among Swedish...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases

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Stoneware

Midentury Stoneware Floor Vase, Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1950s
Midentury Stoneware Floor Vase, Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1950s

Midentury Stoneware Floor Vase, Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1950s

Deep Green Ceramic Vase - Carl-Harry Stålhane - Rörstrand - Mid 20th Century
By Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand
Located in Stockholm, SE
A deep green vase designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane at Rörstrand. The vase is 22 cm (8.8") high and in excellent condition. The vase is marked as 2nd quality. Carl-Harry Stålhane is ...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases

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Ceramic

Deep Green Ceramic Vase - Carl-Harry Stålhane - Rörstrand - Mid 20th Century
Deep Green Ceramic Vase - Carl-Harry Stålhane - Rörstrand - Mid 20th Century

Deep Green Ceramic Vase - Carl-Harry Stålhane - Rörstrand - Mid 20th Century

Lovely Brown Ceramic Vase - Carl-Harry Stålhane - Rörstrand - Mid 20th Century
By Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand
Located in Stockholm, SE
A vase with a lovely brown glaze designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane at Rörstrand. The vase is 28,5 cm (11.4") high and in excellent condition. The vase is marked as 2nd quality. Carl-...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases

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Ceramic

Lovely Brown Ceramic Vase - Carl-Harry Stålhane - Rörstrand - Mid 20th Century
Lovely Brown Ceramic Vase - Carl-Harry Stålhane - Rörstrand - Mid 20th Century

Lovely Brown Ceramic Vase - Carl-Harry Stålhane - Rörstrand - Mid 20th Century

Black Large Ceramic Vase - Carl-Harry Stålhane - Rörstrand - Mid 20th Century
By Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand
Located in Stockholm, SE
A large black vase designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane at Rörstrand. The vase is 34 cm (13.6") high and in excellent condition except from some minor scra...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases

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Ceramic

Black Large Ceramic Vase - Carl-Harry Stålhane - Rörstrand - Mid 20th Century
Black Large Ceramic Vase - Carl-Harry Stålhane - Rörstrand - Mid 20th Century

Black Large Ceramic Vase - Carl-Harry Stålhane - Rörstrand - Mid 20th Century

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...
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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases

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Blown Glass

Vintage Danish Tear Drop Glass Vase by Holmegaard, 1970s
Vintage Danish Tear Drop Glass Vase by Holmegaard, 1970s

Vintage Danish Tear Drop Glass Vase by Holmegaard, 1970s

Midcentury Stoneware Vase by Berndt Friberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1950s
By Gustavsberg, Berndt Friberg
Located in Stockholm, SE
Beautiful stoneware vase by Berndt Friberg in an appealing, round form. Brown hare’s fur glaze with a streak of blue around the rim. Berndt Friberg was a Swedish ceramicist, renowne...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases

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Stoneware

Midcentury Stoneware Vase by Berndt Friberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1950s
Midcentury Stoneware Vase by Berndt Friberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1950s

Midcentury Stoneware Vase by Berndt Friberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1950s

Midcentury Stoneware Bowl by Berndt Friberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1950s
By Gustavsberg, Berndt Friberg
Located in Stockholm, SE
Lovely miniature stoneware bowl by Berndt Friberg. Triangular form with rounded corners, undulating edge. Elegant blue hare’s fur glaze. Berndt Friberg was a Swedish ceramicist, ren...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases

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Stoneware

Midcentury Stoneware Bowl by Berndt Friberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1950s
Midcentury Stoneware Bowl by Berndt Friberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1950s

Midcentury Stoneware Bowl by Berndt Friberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1950s

Midcentury Stoneware Bowl by Berndt Friberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1950s
By Gustavsberg, Berndt Friberg
Located in Stockholm, SE
Precious miniature stoneware bowl by Berndt Friberg in an oval form, blue hare’s fur glaze. Berndt Friberg was a Swedish ceramicist, renowned for his stoneware vases and vessels for...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases

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Stoneware

Midcentury Stoneware Bowl by Berndt Friberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1950s
Midcentury Stoneware Bowl by Berndt Friberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1950s

Midcentury Stoneware Bowl by Berndt Friberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1950s

Timo Sarpaneva Glass Art Object `Claritas`
By Timo Sarpaneva, Iittala
Located in Helsinki, FI
This beautiful Art Object is from the Claritas series that Timo started in 1984. They are from glass, clear,opal,blown, cut and polished. Each Claritas is unique and shows how skille...
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Early 2000s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vases

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Glass

Timo Sarpaneva Glass Art Object `Claritas`
Timo Sarpaneva Glass Art Object `Claritas`

Timo Sarpaneva Glass Art Object `Claritas`

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Just Andersen Disko Metal Vase Model 2361
By Just Andersen
Located in Valby, 84
Just Andersen disko metal vase model 2361 with a beautiful bronze looking patina. The vase is in good condition with a beautiful original ...
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1920s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases

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Metal

Just Andersen Disko Metal Vase Model 2361
Just Andersen Disko Metal Vase Model 2361

Just Andersen Disko Metal Vase Model 2361

Midcentury Stoneware Vase by Berndt Friberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1950s
By Gustavsberg, Berndt Friberg
Located in Stockholm, SE
Stoneware vase by Berndt Friberg, in an elegant sleek form. Beautiful dark blue hare’s fur glaze. Berndt Friberg was a Swedish ceramicist, renowned for his stoneware vases and ves...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases

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Stoneware

Midcentury Stoneware Vase by Berndt Friberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1950s
Midcentury Stoneware Vase by Berndt Friberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1950s

Midcentury Stoneware Vase by Berndt Friberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1950s

Pair of Unique Sculptural Stoneware Vases by Bente Hansen, Denmark, 1970s
By Bente Hansen
Located in Odense, DK
Pair of wonderful stoneware vessels handmade by Danish ceramics artist Bente Hansen at her own studio in the 1970s. These examples are from the very early beginning of Bente Hansens ...
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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases

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Stoneware

Pair of Unique Sculptural Stoneware Vases by Bente Hansen, Denmark, 1970s
Pair of Unique Sculptural Stoneware Vases by Bente Hansen, Denmark, 1970s

Pair of Unique Sculptural Stoneware Vases by Bente Hansen, Denmark, 1970s

Knud Basse Thorn Vases Produced by Michael Andersen, Denmark, ca 1970s
By Knud Basse
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare thorn vase in dark green designed by Knud Basse and produced by Michael Andersen, Denmark. In good vintage condition with small signs from use and sign...
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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases

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Ceramic

Knud Basse Thorn Vases Produced by Michael Andersen, Denmark, ca 1970s
Knud Basse Thorn Vases Produced by Michael Andersen, Denmark, ca 1970s

Knud Basse Thorn Vases Produced by Michael Andersen, Denmark, ca 1970s

Stoneware "Farsta" Bowl by Wilhelm Kåge, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1940s
By Wilhelm Kage, Gustavsberg
Located in Stockholm, SE
Lovely stoneware bowl by Wilhelm Kåge, in a small, sensitive form. Unglazed outside and inside in vibrant, glossy blue. “Farsta” stoneware is recognized as being the best and most exclusive that has come out of Swedish arts and crafts...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases

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Stoneware

Stoneware "Farsta" Bowl by Wilhelm Kåge, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1940s
Stoneware "Farsta" Bowl by Wilhelm Kåge, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1940s

Stoneware "Farsta" Bowl by Wilhelm Kåge, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1940s

Inger Persson, Glazed Stoneware Vase, Rörstrand, circa 1970, Signed: Ip Ateljé
By Inger Persson, Rörstrand
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Inger Persson, b. 1936, Vase, Rörstrand, c. 1970m signed: IP ATELJÉ Ceramic, Brown/Blue/Black/Grey Glazes H: 7.75 Dia, 4 in,.
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1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases

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Ceramic

Inger Persson, Glazed Stoneware Vase, Rörstrand, circa 1970, Signed: Ip Ateljé
Inger Persson, Glazed Stoneware Vase, Rörstrand, circa 1970, Signed: Ip Ateljé

Inger Persson, Glazed Stoneware Vase, Rörstrand, circa 1970, Signed: Ip Ateljé

Black & Brown Vase Carl-Harry Stålhane Rörstrand Atelier, Midcentury Vintage
By Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand
Located in Stockholm, SE
A black & brown vase designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane at Rörstrand atelier, It is 21 cm (8.4") high and about 14.5x12 cm (5.8"x4.8") in diameter. It is in excellent condition. It is m...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases

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Ceramic

Black & Brown Vase Carl-Harry Stålhane Rörstrand Atelier, Midcentury Vintage
Black & Brown Vase Carl-Harry Stålhane Rörstrand Atelier, Midcentury Vintage

Black & Brown Vase Carl-Harry Stålhane Rörstrand Atelier, Midcentury Vintage

Carl-Harry Stalhane / SOQ VASE / Rorstrand / 1950s
By Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand
Located in Shibuya-Ku, JP
The work of Carl-Harry Stalhane, who supported the golden age of Rorstrand with Gunnar Nylund and was active as a designer and art director. Stoneware in the form of simple lines, pr...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases

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Stoneware

Carl-Harry Stalhane / SOQ VASE / Rorstrand / 1950s
Carl-Harry Stalhane / SOQ VASE / Rorstrand / 1950s

Carl-Harry Stalhane / SOQ VASE / Rorstrand / 1950s

Just Andersen, Small Vase, Pewter, Denmark, 1930s
By Just Andersen
Located in High Point, NC
A 1930s vase by Just Andersen, Denmark. Base marked "Just A Denmark" and model number. Pewter. Other designers of the period include Kaare Klint, Hans-Agne Jacobson, Paavo Tynell,...
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1930s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases

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Pewter

Just Andersen, Small Vase, Pewter, Denmark, 1930s
Just Andersen, Small Vase, Pewter, Denmark, 1930s

Just Andersen, Small Vase, Pewter, Denmark, 1930s

Carl-Harry Stalhane / SNK VASE / Rorstrand / 1950s
By Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand
Located in Shibuya-Ku, JP
The work of Carl-Harry Stalhane, who supported the golden age of Rorstrand with Gunnar Nylund and was active as a designer and art director. Stoneware in the form of simple lines, pr...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases

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Stoneware

Carl-Harry Stalhane / SNK VASE / Rorstrand / 1950s
Carl-Harry Stalhane / SNK VASE / Rorstrand / 1950s

Carl-Harry Stalhane / SNK VASE / Rorstrand / 1950s

Carl-Harry Stalhane / Unique Vase / Rorstrand / 1957
By Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand
Located in Shibuya-Ku, JP
The work of Carl-Harry Stalhane, who supported the golden age of Rorstrand with Gunnar Nylund and was active as a designer and art director. There are three types of his art pieces: ...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases

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Stoneware

Carl-Harry Stalhane / Unique Vase / Rorstrand / 1957
Carl-Harry Stalhane / Unique Vase / Rorstrand / 1957

Carl-Harry Stalhane / Unique Vase / Rorstrand / 1957

Carl-Harry Stalhane / SVF VASE / Rorstrand / 1950s
By Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand
Located in Shibuya-Ku, JP
The work of Carl-Harry Stalhane, who supported the golden age of Rorstrand with Gunnar Nylund and was active as a designer and art director. Stoneware in the form of simple lines, pr...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases

Materials

Stoneware

Carl-Harry Stalhane / SVF VASE / Rorstrand / 1950s
Carl-Harry Stalhane / SVF VASE / Rorstrand / 1950s

Carl-Harry Stalhane / SVF VASE / Rorstrand / 1950s

Rolf Palm Signed Swedish Mid-Century Modern Scandanavian Vase for Mölle Sweden
Located in Studio City, CA
A beautiful and darkly glazed vase by Swedish master ceramicist/designer Rolf Palm for Mölle, Sweden. This gem features a classic shape with a rich glaze that radiates and changes co...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases

Materials

Stoneware

Rolf Palm Signed Swedish Mid-Century Modern Scandanavian Vase for Mölle Sweden
Rolf Palm Signed Swedish Mid-Century Modern Scandanavian Vase for Mölle Sweden

Rolf Palm Signed Swedish Mid-Century Modern Scandanavian Vase for Mölle Sweden

Large, Black Unique Vase Carl-Harry Stålhane Rörstrand, Midcentury Vintage
By Rörstrand, Carl-Harry Stålhane
Located in Stockholm, SE
A lovely black and brown vase designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane at Rörstrand, it´s 21 cm (8.4") high and it´s in mint condition. This vase is a unique one and was designed by Carl-Harr...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Large, Black Unique Vase Carl-Harry Stålhane Rörstrand, Midcentury Vintage
Large, Black Unique Vase Carl-Harry Stålhane Rörstrand, Midcentury Vintage

Large, Black Unique Vase Carl-Harry Stålhane Rörstrand, Midcentury Vintage

Scandinavian Modern Stoneware Vase, Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1950
By Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand
Located in Stockholm, SE
Striking stoneware vase by Carl-Harry Stålhane in a narrow, drop-shaped form. Jet black glaze with rusty color around the base. Carl-Harry Stålhane was one of the stars among Swed...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases

Materials

Stoneware

Scandinavian Modern Stoneware Vase, Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1950
Scandinavian Modern Stoneware Vase, Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1950

Scandinavian Modern Stoneware Vase, Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1950

Set of Two Danish Organic Modern Ceramic Vases, Würtz, 1980s
By Aage Würtz
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Set of two Danish modernist vases with soft, organic shapes and muted colors designed by acclaimed ceramic artist Aage Würtz in the 1980s. The father-son duo KH Würtz is one of Denma...
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Vases

Materials

Stoneware, Pottery, Ceramic

Set of Two Danish Organic Modern Ceramic Vases, Würtz, 1980s
Set of Two Danish Organic Modern Ceramic Vases, Würtz, 1980s

Set of Two Danish Organic Modern Ceramic Vases, Würtz, 1980s

Midcentury Stoneware Vase by Berndt Friberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1950s
By Gustavsberg, Berndt Friberg
Located in Stockholm, SE
Stoneware vase by Berndt Friberg, in an elegant sleek form. Beautiful dark blue hare’s fur glaze. Berndt Friberg was a Swedish ceramicist, renowned for his stoneware vases and ves...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases

Materials

Stoneware

Midcentury Stoneware Vase by Berndt Friberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1950s
Midcentury Stoneware Vase by Berndt Friberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1950s

Midcentury Stoneware Vase by Berndt Friberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1950s

Otto Bauer for Holmegaard XXL Large Gulvase Vessels
By Otto Bauer, Holmegaard
Located in New York, NY
Pair of impressively scaled Scandinavian Modern XXL olive green vessels designed by Otto Brauer for Holmegaard.
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20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases

Materials

Blown Glass

Otto Bauer for Holmegaard XXL Large Gulvase Vessels
Otto Bauer for Holmegaard XXL Large Gulvase Vessels

Otto Bauer for Holmegaard XXL Large Gulvase Vessels

Brown Ceramic Vase, Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand, Scandinavian Midcentury Vintage
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in Stockholm, SE
A lovely, brown vase designed by Gunnar Nylund at Rörstrand, it´s 24 cm (9.6) high and 6 cm (2.4") in diameter. It´s in mint condition and marked as 1st quality. Gunnar Nylund wa...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Brown Ceramic Vase, Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand, Scandinavian Midcentury Vintage
Brown Ceramic Vase, Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand, Scandinavian Midcentury Vintage

Brown Ceramic Vase, Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand, Scandinavian Midcentury Vintage

Blue & Brown Vase Lovely Glaze Carl-Harry Stålhane Rörstrand, Midcentury Vintage
By Rörstrand, Carl-Harry Stålhane
Located in Stockholm, SE
A brown / Bordeaux red vase designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane at Rörstrand, it´s 12.5 cm (5") high. It´s marked as 2nd quality because it has a minor crack near the base from the produ...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Blue & Brown Vase Lovely Glaze Carl-Harry Stålhane Rörstrand, Midcentury Vintage
Blue & Brown Vase Lovely Glaze Carl-Harry Stålhane Rörstrand, Midcentury Vintage

Blue & Brown Vase Lovely Glaze Carl-Harry Stålhane Rörstrand, Midcentury Vintage

Bertil Vallien signed Satellite Bottle, Kosta Boda Glass
By Kosta Boda, Bertil Vallien
Located in Tilburg, NL
Very beautiful, signed Satellite Bottle in changing colors: grey, brown, green, gold, blue, petrol... Red and yellow spots. Bertil Vallien Vallien is the son of the painter and pr...
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1990s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases

Materials

Art Glass, Blown Glass

Bertil Vallien signed Satellite Bottle, Kosta Boda Glass
Bertil Vallien signed Satellite Bottle, Kosta Boda Glass

Bertil Vallien signed Satellite Bottle, Kosta Boda Glass

Black Vase with Lovely Glaze Carl-Harry Stålhane Rörstrand, Midcentury Vintage
By Rörstrand, Carl-Harry Stålhane
Located in Stockholm, SE
A black vase with some minor brown color at the bottom designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane at Rörstrand, It is 21 cm (8.4") high and in really good condition except from some minor scrat...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Black Vase with Lovely Glaze Carl-Harry Stålhane Rörstrand, Midcentury Vintage
Black Vase with Lovely Glaze Carl-Harry Stålhane Rörstrand, Midcentury Vintage

Black Vase with Lovely Glaze Carl-Harry Stålhane Rörstrand, Midcentury Vintage

Set of 6 Scheurich West Germany Ceramic Vases, 1960s
By Scheurich Keramik
Located in Delft, NL
Dimensions: Left to right: 23cm height, 11cm diameter 31cm height, 17cm diameter 14cm height, 10cm diameter 28cm height, 12cm diameter 15,5cm height, 11cm diameter 35cm height...
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1960s German Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Set of 6 Scheurich West Germany Ceramic Vases, 1960s
Set of 6 Scheurich West Germany Ceramic Vases, 1960s

Set of 6 Scheurich West Germany Ceramic Vases, 1960s

Vicke Lindstrand Vase Produced by Kosta in Sweden
By Vicke Lindstrand
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Glass vase designed by Vicke Lindstrand. Produced by Kosta in Sweden. Signed ‘Kosta 46451 Lindstrand – Minne från Tempo'.
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases

Materials

Glass

Vicke Lindstrand Vase Produced by Kosta in Sweden
Vicke Lindstrand Vase Produced by Kosta in Sweden

Vicke Lindstrand Vase Produced by Kosta in Sweden

Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand Tall Rectangular Vase Black Blue Scandinavian, 1950s
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in Aarhus C, DK
Midcentury ceramic vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand Sweden. Made circa 1950s to 1960s. The vase features an interesting glaze ...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand Tall Rectangular Vase Black Blue Scandinavian, 1950s
Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand Tall Rectangular Vase Black Blue Scandinavian, 1950s

Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand Tall Rectangular Vase Black Blue Scandinavian, 1950s

Black & White Serving Dish Domino, Stig Lindberg, Gustavsberg
By Stig Lindberg, Gustavsberg
Located in Stockholm, SE
A lovely serving dish of model Domino designed by Stig Lindberg at Gustavsberg. It is 20 x 20 cm and in excellent condition. It is marked below with the Gustavsberg stamp. The Do...
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Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Scandinavian Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Black & White Serving Dish Domino, Stig Lindberg, Gustavsberg
Black & White Serving Dish Domino, Stig Lindberg, Gustavsberg

Black & White Serving Dish Domino, Stig Lindberg, Gustavsberg

Artistic vase by Danish Sejer Ceramic Studio Pottery Brutalist Rustic Blue 1970s
By Sejer Keramik, Sejer Denmark
Located in Aarhus C, DK
Artistic Mid-century Danish vase by Fridtjof Sejersen for Sejer Studio Ceramic. It´s made in the 1960's at his own studio workshop in Nr. Aaby on the Danish island Funen which he ra...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Artistic vase by Danish Sejer Ceramic Studio Pottery Brutalist Rustic Blue 1970s
Artistic vase by Danish Sejer Ceramic Studio Pottery Brutalist Rustic Blue 1970s

Artistic vase by Danish Sejer Ceramic Studio Pottery Brutalist Rustic Blue 1970s

Rolf Palm Signed Swedish Midcentury Scandanavian Minature Vase for Mölle Sweden
Located in Studio City, CA
A beautiful and darkly glazed miniature vase by Swedish master ceramicist/designer Rolf Palm for Mölle, Sweden. This gem features a Classic shape with tiny spines and a rich glaze th...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases

Materials

Stoneware

Rolf Palm Signed Swedish Midcentury Scandanavian Minature Vase for Mölle Sweden
Rolf Palm Signed Swedish Midcentury Scandanavian Minature Vase for Mölle Sweden

Rolf Palm Signed Swedish Midcentury Scandanavian Minature Vase for Mölle Sweden

Faience "Karneval" Vase by Stig Lindberg
By Gustavsberg, Stig Lindberg
Located in Stockholm, SE
Faience “Karneval” vase by Stig Lindberg, in a long cylinder shape. Beautiful, playful motif of a fantasy town with graphic houses and people. The ri...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases

Materials

Faience

Faience "Karneval" Vase by Stig Lindberg
Faience "Karneval" Vase by Stig Lindberg

Faience "Karneval" Vase by Stig Lindberg

Scandinavian Modern vases for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Scandinavian Modern vases 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 vases created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass, folk art and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with ceramic, stoneware and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Scandinavian Modern vases 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 vases, popular names associated with this style include Rörstrand, Upsala Ekeby, Gunnar Nylund, and Gustavsberg. 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 vases differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $49 and tops out at $20,792 while the average work can sell for $1,110.

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