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
- Emerged in the 1930s
- Originated primarily in Denmark, Sweden and Finland
- Introduced in the United States in mid-20th century
- Informed by the Bauhaus and modernism; 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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Item Ships From: Europe
Style: Scandinavian Modern
Midcentury Stoneware Vase by Berndt Friberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Stoneware vase by Berndt Friberg in a long elegantly streamlined form. Pale celadon green glaze with rusty flecks.
Berndt Friberg was a Swedish ceramicist, renowned for his stonewar...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases
Materials
Stoneware
Midcentury "Relief" Jar by Wilhelm Kåge, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Beautiful “Relief” jar by Wilhelm Kåge, made in white, unglazed “Carrara” stoneware. Clean form with ornaments of twigs on the sides and lid.
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases
Materials
Stoneware
A stunning Gray Ceramic Vase Har-fur glaze- Berndt Friberg - Gustavsberg 1968
Located in Stockholm, SE
A gray vase designed by Berndt Friberg at Gustavsberg in Stockholm, the vase is 15.5 cm (6.2") high and about 13 cm (5.2") in diameter. It has a beautiful brown har-fur glaze, it is ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Isak Isaksson - Blue Ceramic Vase - Crystalline Glaze - Contemporary Artist
Located in Stockholm, SE
This stunning blue ceramic vase by Isak Isaksson is a true masterpiece of contemporary art pottery. The glossy finish and abstract pattern make it a unique piece that will enhance an...
Category
2010s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases
Materials
Stoneware, Ceramic
Stoneware "Farsta" Vase by Wilhelm Kåge, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Stockholm, SE
“Farsta” vase with thick, blue glazed walls balancing on an unglazed base decorated with etched stripes. Production year inscripted on the base.
“Farsta” stoneware is recognized a...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases
Materials
Stoneware
Rare Nils Thorsson for Royal Copenhagen Baca Lidded Vase Brown, Danish 1970s
Located in Aarhus C, DK
Rare to find ceramic vase with lid designed by Nils Thorsson for Royal Copenhagen.
It belongs to the "Baca" series and features an abstract floral decor in brown shades with a lit...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
A stunning Brown Ceramic Vase Har-fur glaze- Berndt Friberg - Gustavsberg 1977
Located in Stockholm, SE
A brown vase designed by Berndt Friberg at Gustavsberg in Stockholm, the vase is 17 cm (6.8") high and about 15.5 cm (6.2") in diameter. It has a beautiful brown har-fur glaze, it is...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
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 Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Midcentury Stoneware Vase by Berndt Friberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Stoneware vase by Berndt Friberg in an elegant shape with both plumpness and strictness. Rich dark brown hare’s fur glaze.
Berndt Friberg was a Swedish ceramicist, renowned for his ...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases
Materials
Stoneware
Isak Isaksson Deep Blue Ceramic Vase Crystalline Glaze Contemporary Space
Located in Stockholm, SE
A brown vase with a blue crystalline glaze designed by Isak Isaksson in Sweden. The vase is 15.5 cm (6.2") high and about 11 cm (4.4") in diameter and it is in excellent condition. T...
Category
2010s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Light Brown high ceramic vase - Gunnar Nylund - Rörstrand - Mid 20th century
Located in Stockholm, SE
A light brown, high ceramic vase designed by Gunnar Nylund at Rörstrand. It is 24 cm (9.6") high and in excellent condition. The vase is marked as the photo shows and it is marked as...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases
Materials
Stoneware
Carl Harry Stålhane for Rörstrand. Ceramic vase in a modernist style.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Carl Harry Stålhane for Rörstrand.
Ceramic vase in a modernist style. Brown-toned glaze with white lines at the top.
From the 1960s.
Marked.
In excellent condition.
Second factory qu...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Large Stoneware Vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Malmö, SE
A large and unique stoneware vase with amazing glaze.
Designed by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1940s.
Incised signature "NYLUND" and makers mark "R" for Rörstrand.
Great...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Scandinavian Modern Ceramic Vase with Red & Yellow Leaves, Alingsås Keramik 1947
Located in Grythyttan, SE
This is a small (height 13 cm) hand painted ceramic vase produced at Alingsås Keramik in 1947. The beautiful leaves motif is hand painted using underglaze painted by signature "K". ...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases
Materials
Stoneware
Midcentury Stoneware Vase by Berndt Friberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Beautiful, small stoneware vase by Berndt Friberg, in a plump form with distinct hare’s fur glaze in warm brown on caramel nuances.
Berndt Friberg was a Swedish ceramicist, renowned...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases
Materials
Stoneware
Desert Brown Sahara Vase by Sven Wejsfelt for Gustavsberg, Sweden 1970s
Located in Grythyttan, SE
Sven Wejsfelt's vase boasts a robust, earthy form, adorned with a rich brown glaze and an intricate relief stamp. This chamotte creation hails from the 1970s and is a notable additio...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Set of 2 Bronze Art Deco Vases by GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget, Sweden, 1930s
Located in Malmö, SE
A set of 2 beautiful bronze vases with amazing patina.
Made by GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget, Sweden, 1930s.
Great condition, with a few light scratches.
Stamped 'BRONS' and makers m...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases
Materials
Bronze
Unique Large Stoneware Vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Malmö, SE
A large and unique stoneware vase with amazing glaze.
Designed by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1940s.
Excellent condition. Incised signature "NYLUND" and makers mark "R" ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Midcentury Stoneware Vase by Berndt Friberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Beautiful, small stoneware vase by Berndt Friberg, in a curvesome form with blue hare’s fur glaze, blending into darker blue.
Berndt Friberg was a Swedish ceramicist, renowned for h...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases
Materials
Stoneware
A White Hedgehog vase - Chamotte - Gunnar Nylund - Rörstrand
Located in Stockholm, SE
A white Hedgehog-vase designed by Gunnar Nylund at Rörstrand. It is 11 cm (4.4") high and in excellent condition except from some minor marks. The vase is marked as the photo shows.
...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases
Materials
Stoneware
Set of 2 Bronze Art Deco Vases by GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget, Sweden, 1930s
Located in Malmö, SE
A set of 2 beautiful bronze vases with amazing patina.
Made by GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget, Sweden, 1930s.
Great condition, with a few light scratches.
Stamped 'BRONS' and makers m...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases
Materials
Bronze
Stoneware Vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful and rare stoneware vase with amazing glaze.
Designed by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1950s.
Excellent condition. Incised signature 'G.N.' and makers mark 'R' ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases
Materials
Stoneware, Ceramic
Smoked Glass Vase by Christian von Sydow for Kosta Boda
By Kosta Boda
Located in Madrid, ES
Smoke-colored glass vase with colorless overlap and almond-shaped cross-section designed by Christian von Sydow. Manufactured by Kosta Boda, Sweden.
Engraved on the bottom: Kosta Bo...
Category
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases
Materials
Blown Glass
Midcentury Stoneware Vase by Berndt Friberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Small stoneware vase by Berndt Friberg, in an elegant, classic form with bright blue hare’s fur glaze.
Berndt Friberg was a Swedish ceramicist, renowned for his stoneware vases and ...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases
Materials
Stoneware
Set of 2 Art Deco Bronze Vases by Sune Bäckström, Sweden, 1920s
Located in Malmö, SE
A set of beautiful bronze vases with amazing patina. Designed by Sune Bäckström in Malmoe, Sweden, 1920s.
Great condition. The colors differ slightly.
Stamped 'BRONS', model numbe...
Category
1920s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases
Materials
Bronze
Midcentury Stoneware Vase by Berndt Friberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Miniature stoneware vase by Berndt Friberg in a rare, tiny size. Round form with dark brown somewhat glossy hare’s fur glaze.
Berndt Friberg was a Swedish ceramicist, renowned for h...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases
Materials
Stoneware
Turquoise ceramic vase - Gunnar Nylund - Rörstrand - Mid 20th century
Located in Stockholm, SE
A turquoise ceramic vase designed by Gunnar Nylund at Rörstrand. It is 26.5 cm (10.4") high and in excellent condition. The vase is marked as the photo shows and it is marked as 1st ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases
Materials
Stoneware
Midcentury Stoneware Vase by Berndt Friberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Lovely tiny stoneware vase by Berndt Friberg, in a compact form with celadon green hare’s fur glaze.
Berndt Friberg was a Swedish ceramicist, renowned for his stoneware vases and ve...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases
Materials
Stoneware
Large Bronze Art Deco Vase by Sune Bäckström, Sweden, 1920s
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful bronze vase with amazing patina. Designed by Sune Bäckström in Malmoe, Sweden, 1920s.
Great condition.
Stamped 'BRONS', model number '9044' and signature 'Sune Bäckstr...
Category
1920s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases
Materials
Bronze
Midcentury Stoneware Vase by Berndt Friberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Beautiful stoneware vase by Berndt Friberg, in an oval, plump form. Vibrant blue hare’s fur glaze, paler on the top half of the body.
Berndt Friberg was a Swedish ceramicist, renown...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases
Materials
Stoneware
Bronze Art Deco Vase by GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget, Sweden, 1930s
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful bronze vase with amazing patina.
Made by GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget, Sweden, 1930s.
Great condition, with a few light scratches.
Stamped 'BRONS' and makers mark.
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases
Materials
Bronze
"Karneval" Faience vase by Stig Lindberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Faience “Karneval” vase by Stig Lindberg, in a strict block shape. Beautiful, playful motif of a fantasy town with graphic houses and people. The rim and corners are unglazed, giving...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases
Materials
Faience
Green, Sand Colored Ceramic Vase with Lined Decor
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Handmade vintage ceramic vase with matte light green and clear glaze over sand colored clay. Lined relief patterns on top part. Signed under base.
Beautiful vintage condition.
Denm...
Category
Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery
Set of 2 Art Deco Vases by Rörstrand, Sweden, 1930s
Located in Malmö, SE
A set of 2 beautiful Art Deco stoneware vases with amazing glaze.
Made by Rörstrand in Sweden, 1930s.
Great condition. Stamped 'Rörstrand'.
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Scandinavian "Karneval" Faience Vase, Stig Lindberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Faience “Karneval” vase by Stig Lindberg, in a strict block shape. Large size and a humoristic decor of a mermaid one one side and a ship on the other. The rim and corners are unglaz...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases
Materials
Faience
Large Scalloped Blue, Green, White Ceramic Vase, 1980s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Organic Scandinavian Modern scalloped asymmetrical vase with stunning matte aqua glaze. Green, blue and white colors over soft ripples. Stamped ...
Category
Late 20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery
Mid-Century Modern scandinavian vase by Lennart Andersson for Gullaskruf
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mid-Century Modern scandinavian vase by Lennart Andersson for Gullaskruf
Category
1950s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases
Materials
Glass
Royal Copenhagen Crackle Glazed Vase. Thorkild Olsen, Denmark, 1958.
Located in Malmö, SE
Elegant Royal Copenhagen crackle glazed vase with gilded banding on neck and base.
Designed by THORKILD OLSEN (1890-1973) for ROYAL COPENHAGEN. Made...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic, Porcelain
Nils Thorsson for Royal Copenhagen Baca Flask Vase Black Yellow, Danish 1970s
Located in Aarhus C, DK
One of the more rare to find vases from Royal Copenhagen "Baca" series. The decor is designed by Nils Thorsson in the 1960s and this vase was manufactured in the period from 1969 to ...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Axel Salto Unique Danish vase, in the manner of 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 ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic, Clay
Blue Speckled ceramic vase - Gunnar Nylund - Rörstrand - Mid 20th century
Located in Stockholm, SE
A blue speckled ceramic vase designed by Gunnar Nylund at Rörstrand. It is 16 cm (6.4") high and in excellent condition. The vase is marked as th...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases
Materials
Stoneware
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
...
Category
18th Century Swedish Antique Scandinavian Modern Vases
Materials
Limestone
Miniature Blue Bowl - Gunnar Nylund - 1950-1960s - Mid 20th Century
Located in Stockholm, SE
A miniature bowl designed by Gunnar Nylund at Rörstrand, the bowl is 4,5 cm (1.8") high and 8 cm (3,2") in diameter. It is in mint condition except from a minor mark in the glaze fr...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases
Materials
Stoneware
Stoneware Vase by Swedish Ceramist Rolf Palm, 1980
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful small stoneware vase with amazing glaze.
Made by Rolf Palm, in the artist's studio, Mölle, Sweden, 1980.
Incised ’Palm / Mölle / H0’ and marked ’413’.
Good overall ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Black Bowl, Caolina - Gunnar Nylund - Rörstrand - 1950-1960s - Mid 20th Century
Located in Stockholm, SE
A miniature bowl designed by Gunnar Nylund at Rörstrand, the bowl is 4,5 cm (1.8") high and 8 cm (3,2") in diameter. It is in mint condition except from a minor mark in the glaze fr...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Erik Höglund Vrigstad Glass "Puzzle Vases", Set of Seven.
By Erik Höglund
Located in Skanninge, SE
Wonderful set of seven modernist so called Puzzle Vases in glass designed 1986 by famous Swedish glassmaker Erik Höglund (1932-1998).
You can set up these vases in so many different...
Category
1980s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases
Materials
Art Glass
Carl Harry Stålhane for Rörstrand. Ceramic vase with green-brown glaze.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Carl Harry Stålhane (1920-1990) for Rörstrand, Sweden.
Ceramic vase with green-brown glaze.
Mid-20th century.
Marked.
In excellent condition.
First factory quality.
Dimensions: H 10....
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Blue Vase with bird - Ilse Claesson - Rörstrand
Located in Stockholm, SE
Art Deco at its best! A lovely green and black vase designed by Ilse Claesson in the 1930s at Rörstrand, Sweden. It is 11 cm high and in very good condition except from some craquelu...
Category
Early 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases
Materials
Porcelain
Midcentury Stoneware Vase by Berndt Friberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Lovely tiny stoneware vase by Berndt Friberg, in a compact form with rich brown hare’s fur glaze.
Berndt Friberg was a Swedish ceramicist, renowned for his stoneware vases and vesse...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases
Materials
Stoneware
Vintage Crystal Coquille Vase by Paul Kedelv for Flygsfors Sweden, 1950s.
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...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases
Materials
Crystal
Alvar Aalto, Iittala, Finland. "Savoy" vase in clear glass. Late 20th century
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Alvar Aalto, Iittala, Finland. "Savoy" vase in clear glass.
Late 20th century.
Marked.
In perfect condition.
Dimensions: H 12 x D 15.0 cm.
Category
Late 20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vases
Materials
Glass
Mid-Century Modern Set of 4 Ceramic Pieces Rörstrand Sylvia Leuchovius, 1960s
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
This set containing 4 pieces ceramic was designed by Sylvia Leuchovius and produced by Rörstrand. These four pieces are marked as studio ceramic and are well sculptured with a stunni...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Vase Designed by Tapio Wirkkala, Finland, 1957
Located in Stockholm, SE
Vase designed by Tapio Wirkkala,
Sweden, 1957.
Sterling silver.
Dimensions:
H: 24 cm/ 9 3/8"
W: 9 cm/ 3 1/2"
D: 4 cm/ 1 1/2"
Tapio Wirkkala (1915-1985) can be described as one of the icons of Finnish design and a symbol of the international success of post-war Finnish design. Tapio Wirkkala studied sculpture at the Helsinki Central School of Industrial Design from 1933 until 1936, but he was also a self-studied artist in many areas, including glass design. His success as a glass artist began in 1946 when he designed one of his most famous works, the Kantarelli vase, for Iittala. Wirkkala gained worldwide success in 1951 at the Milan Triennial, where he received three Grand Prix awards: for the exhibition architecture, glass design and wooden sculptures. Tapio Wirkkala felt a deep relationship with nature and his absolute favourite spot was located in Finland's deepest forests. From the beautiful landscape, Tapio Wirkkala could find inspiration for his works, often characterised by organic shapes. Leaves, birds, ice and water are recurring themes in his design.
Tapio Wirkkala was also a furniture designer and a sculptor. He started his career as a sculptor in the 1930s but abandoned the traditional sculpture in the post-war years – in the early 1950s, alongside with other works, he started to develop an entirely new relationship with sculpture and a new technique to be used. The result was a series of unique plywood sculptures which combined form and movement in the vibrant, densely lineated surface of plywood. Wirkkala’s sculptures represented exceptional abstractism and gave Finnish sculpture...
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1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases
Materials
Sterling Silver
Midcentury Stoneware Vase by Berndt Friberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1950s
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...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases
Materials
Stoneware
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...
Category
18th Century Swedish Antique Scandinavian Modern Vases
Materials
Limestone
Kosta "Zebra" Glass Vase by Vicke Lindstrand, 1950s.
Located in Asaa, DK
Kosta "Zebra" Glass Vase by Vicke Lindstrand, 1950s.
Scandinavian hand blown art glass by Vicke Lindstrand for Kosta (later Kosta Boda), Sweden.
This rare Swedish vase of the Zebra S...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases
Materials
Blown Glass
Royal Copenhagen Crackle Glazed Vase. Thorkild Olsen, Denmark, 1941.
Located in Malmö, SE
Elegant Royal Copenhagen crackle glazed vase with gilded banding on neck and base.
Designed by THORKILD OLSEN (1890-1973) for ROYAL COPENHAGEN. Made...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic, Porcelain
Modernist Stoneware "Flambé" Vase by Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Striking stoneware vase by Gunnar Nylund, from the “Flambé” series. Dramatic decor of a lion hunting antelope on the savannah. Gold decor accentuate the lines.
Gunnar Nylund was one...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases
Materials
Stoneware
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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Chicago Furniture Makers
Early Greek Pottery