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Scandinavian Modern Barware

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
Vintage Danish Modern Large Serving Tray in Teak, 1960s
Vintage Danish Modern Large Serving Tray in Teak, 1960s

Vintage Danish Modern Large Serving Tray in Teak, 1960s

Located in Esbjerg, DK

A large rectangular serving tray measuring 60x40x4.5 cm. It is lightweight but built as a tank with solid teak profiles with well-made dovetail connections. If you dare it will serve...

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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Barware

Materials

Teak

Vintage Holmegaard Glass Beer Mugs by Michael Bang, 1970s
Vintage Holmegaard Glass Beer Mugs by Michael Bang, 1970s

Vintage Holmegaard Glass Beer Mugs by Michael Bang, 1970s

By Holmegaard

Located in Esbjerg, DK

A rare set of unused Beer Mugs in handblown clear glass. Its a variation of Michael Bangs Globetrotter made prior to 1973. The set was made at Holmegaard in Denmark. Measurements: H:...

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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Barware

Materials

Blown Glass

Set of Six Holmegaard Cabernet Glasses by Peter Svarrer, Slovakia
Set of Six Holmegaard Cabernet Glasses by Peter Svarrer, Slovakia

Set of Six Holmegaard Cabernet Glasses by Peter Svarrer, Slovakia

By Peter Svarrer

Located in New York, NY

Danish designer Peter Svarrer created this superb cocktail glass for Holmegaard The cocktail glasses are part of the Cabernet glass range – Holmegaard’s most popular range Make a dry...

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2010s Slovak Scandinavian Modern Barware

Materials

Glass

Set of Six Holmegaard 'Perfection' Martini Glasses
Set of Six Holmegaard 'Perfection' Martini Glasses

Set of Six Holmegaard 'Perfection' Martini Glasses

By Holmegaard

Located in New York, NY

Invite someone to a decadent dinner, agent 007-style with a Martini – shaken, not stirred The new Martini glass from Holmegaard and Tom Nybroe’s Perfection range is every bit as eleg...

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2010s Slovak Scandinavian Modern Barware

Materials

Glass

Scandinavian Modern Wine or Bottle Coasters in Brass, 1960s
Scandinavian Modern Wine or Bottle Coasters in Brass, 1960s

Scandinavian Modern Wine or Bottle Coasters in Brass, 1960s

Located in Esbjerg, DK

A stylish pair or bottle coasters for wine, spirits or water. Fashioned from solid brass and with a practical base in clear glass. Unknown Scandinavian maker/designer in the style of...

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1960s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Barware

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Brass

Scandinavian Modern Serving Tray in Teak, Karl Holmberg I Götene, ca 1960s
Scandinavian Modern Serving Tray in Teak, Karl Holmberg I Götene, ca 1960s

Scandinavian Modern Serving Tray in Teak, Karl Holmberg I Götene, ca 1960s

By Karl Holmberg

Located in Örebro, SE

Scandinavian Modern serving tray in teak, Karl Holmberg i Götene, ca 1950-60s. Wear and patina consistent with age and use. Light water ring marks, as seen on the last picture. Scuf...

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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Barware

Materials

Teak

Danish Modern Staved Teak "Congo" Ice Bucket by Jens Quistgaard for Dansk
Danish Modern Staved Teak "Congo" Ice Bucket by Jens Quistgaard for Dansk

Danish Modern Staved Teak "Congo" Ice Bucket by Jens Quistgaard for Dansk

By Jens Quistgaard, Dansk Form

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Dansk 'Congo' ice bucket in staved teak designed by Jens Quistgaard for Dansk. Iconic, sculptural early example with signature orange plastic interior liner. Light scuffs to the oran...

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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Barware

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Plastic, Teak

Torsten Johansson Swedish Bentwood Modular Wine Rack, 1960s
Torsten Johansson Swedish Bentwood Modular Wine Rack, 1960s

Torsten Johansson Swedish Bentwood Modular Wine Rack, 1960s

By Torsten Johansson

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Torsten Johansson Swedish Rosewood Modular Wine Rack, 1960s A sculptural and architecturally expressive Swedish Modern wine rack by Torsten Johansson (1917–1996), executed in bent r...

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20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Barware

Materials

Wood, Birch, Plywood

Scandinavian Modern Stemware Brown Set of 12 Attr Bjorkshult Swedish Glass
Scandinavian Modern Stemware Brown Set of 12 Attr Bjorkshult Swedish Glass

Scandinavian Modern Stemware Brown Set of 12 Attr Bjorkshult Swedish Glass

By Björkshult

Located in Topeka, KS

Marvelous vintage Scandinavian Modern dark brown stemware set of 12 made in Sweden composed of 6 wine goblets & 6 champagne coups attributed to Bjorkshult Swedish Glass. This pie...

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20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Barware

Materials

Blown Glass

Vintage Scandinavian Turning Tray in Beech & Rosewood
Vintage Scandinavian Turning Tray in Beech & Rosewood

Vintage Scandinavian Turning Tray in Beech & Rosewood

Located in Esbjerg, DK

2 sided turning tray made from rosewood veneer and beach and assembled without the use of metal. Made in Scandinavia during the 1960s or 70s in a style reminiscent of Finn Juhl's tur...

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1970s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Barware

Materials

Beech

Jens Quistgaard Teak Dansk Pepper Mushroom Pepper Mill Scandinavian Modern
Jens Quistgaard Teak Dansk Pepper Mushroom Pepper Mill Scandinavian Modern

Jens Quistgaard Teak Dansk Pepper Mushroom Pepper Mill Scandinavian Modern

By Dansk, Jens Quistgaard

Located in Chula Vista, CA

For your consideration, a teak pepper mill designed by Jens Quistgaard for DANSK, Mushroom shape. Scandinavian Modern design. Made in Denmark circa the 1960s. Tested and currently w...

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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Barware

Materials

Teak

Set of Three 1960s Scandinavian Style Wood and Plastic European Ice Buckets
Set of Three 1960s Scandinavian Style Wood and Plastic European Ice Buckets

Set of Three 1960s Scandinavian Style Wood and Plastic European Ice Buckets

Located in Aci Castello, IT

This is a fantastic set of three 1970s storage canisters or ice buckets with a distinctly Scandinavian & Danish Mid-century Modern design influence. The set includes three containers...

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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Barware

Materials

Plastic, Wood

Set of 6 Georg Jensen Etched Glasses, Partridge in a Pear Tree, Danish Modern
Set of 6 Georg Jensen Etched Glasses, Partridge in a Pear Tree, Danish Modern

Set of 6 Georg Jensen Etched Glasses, Partridge in a Pear Tree, Danish Modern

By Georg Jensen

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Vintage Georg Jensen set of 6 stemmed glasses features etched decor of "Partridge in Pear Tree", an abstract bird perched on top of a fruit tree, on clear glass background. Minimall...

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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Barware

Materials

Glass

Midcentury 1950s Solid Teak Danish Modern Rare Tray by Quistgaard for Dansk
Midcentury 1950s Solid Teak Danish Modern Rare Tray by Quistgaard for Dansk

Midcentury 1950s Solid Teak Danish Modern Rare Tray by Quistgaard for Dansk

By Dansk, Jens Quistgaard

Located in San Diego, CA

Incredible and beautiful design on this large solid teak, a tray designed by Quistgaard for Dansk, circa the 1950s, great condition with raised edges, incredible craftsmanship. early...

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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Barware

Materials

Teak

Scandinavian Modern Blue Resin Drink Coasters by Laurids Lønborg, 1960s
Scandinavian Modern Blue Resin Drink Coasters by Laurids Lønborg, 1960s

Scandinavian Modern Blue Resin Drink Coasters by Laurids Lønborg, 1960s

Located in Esbjerg, DK

A set of painted resin coasters for drinks, coffee or tea. The set comes in its original onion shaped jar. Designed and manufactured by Laurids Lønborg in Denmark during the 1960s. T...

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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Barware

Materials

Resin

Scandinavian Modern "Tarina" Decanter by Arabia, Finland 1950s
Scandinavian Modern "Tarina" Decanter by Arabia, Finland 1950s

Scandinavian Modern "Tarina" Decanter by Arabia, Finland 1950s

By Arabia of Finland

Located in Grythyttan, SE

This Scandinavian modern "Tarina" Decanter by Eira Käär and Leena Vuorinen for Arabia Finland 1950s is adorned with a unique design. "Tarina" translates to "story" or "fable" in Finnish, likely alluding to the design of the decanter. In the form of a figure adorned in a jacket, with the stopper ingeniously serving as its hat, this decanter is stimulating to the imagination. Crafted from white stoneware and finished with a lustrous brown glaze, and delicate white accents, this petite decanter boasts a delightful and straightforward design, accented with intricate sgraffito detailing. The "Tarina" decanter was designed by Eira Käär and Leena Vuorinen, and was produced during the period spanning 1954 to 1963. Stamped with the Arabia crown marking and "ARABIA" and "MADE IN FINLAND" on its base, this decanter embodies the unparalleled craftsmanship and heritage synonymous with Arabia Finland pottery.

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1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Barware

Materials

Stoneware

Vintage Scandinavian Cork Tray by Signe Persson Melin, 1970s
Vintage Scandinavian Cork Tray by Signe Persson Melin, 1970s

Vintage Scandinavian Cork Tray by Signe Persson Melin, 1970s

Located in Esbjerg, DK

A rare serving tray fashioned from natural cork built up around an aluminum frame. It was designed by the female Swedish designer Signe Persson Melin and made at Boda Nova in Sweden ...

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1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Barware

Materials

Aluminum

Rare Woods Ice Bucket by Jens Quistgaard for Dansk Mid-Century Modern
Rare Woods Ice Bucket by Jens Quistgaard for Dansk Mid-Century Modern

Rare Woods Ice Bucket by Jens Quistgaard for Dansk Mid-Century Modern

By Dansk, Jens Quistgaard

Located in Chula Vista, CA

For your consideration, a vintage rosewood ice bucket designed by Jens Quistgaard for Dansk. Part of the exclusive "Rare Woods" collection produced around the 1960s and 1970s, it fe...

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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Barware

Materials

Wood

Vintage Primeminister Stauning Beech Nutcracker Kay Bojesen, 1930s
Vintage Primeminister Stauning Beech Nutcracker Kay Bojesen, 1930s

Vintage Primeminister Stauning Beech Nutcracker Kay Bojesen, 1930s

By Kay Bojesen

Located in Esbjerg, DK

A rare Hand-finished beech nutcracker designed and made by Kay Bojesen during the early to mid 1930s. Great original patina and humorous/cartoon'ish details like the neck rolls, circ...

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1930s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Barware

Materials

Beech

Uno & Osten Kristiansson Circular Serving Tray in Teak, 1960s
Uno & Osten Kristiansson Circular Serving Tray in Teak, 1960s

Uno & Osten Kristiansson Circular Serving Tray in Teak, 1960s

By Uno & Östen Kristiansson

Located in Esbjerg, DK

A beautifully crafted large round tray in form-pressed teak assembled without the use of metal. It has two useable sides. A side with high edge and a side with a more shallow edge. I...

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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Barware

Materials

Teak

Scandinavian Nutcracker from Norway
Scandinavian Nutcracker from Norway

Scandinavian Nutcracker from Norway

Located in New York, NY

A substantial and well-made Scandinavian Norwegian nutcracker, circa late-20th century, Norway. Piece has a decorative handle with a matte surface for easy gripping. Marked 'Norway' ...

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Late 20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Barware

Materials

Steel

Scandinavian Gin Decanter in Purple Sommerso Glass, 1970s
Scandinavian Gin Decanter in Purple Sommerso Glass, 1970s

Scandinavian Gin Decanter in Purple Sommerso Glass, 1970s

Located in Esbjerg, DK

A modernist/Brutalist styled decanter for Gin or Vodka. It’s made from amethyst summerso glass. Notice that the tristand formation to the bottom matches the shape of the stopper. It’...

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1970s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Barware

Materials

Blown Glass

Round Scandinavian Modern Rosewood Drink Trays, 1960s
Round Scandinavian Modern Rosewood Drink Trays, 1960s

Round Scandinavian Modern Rosewood Drink Trays, 1960s

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Two circular drink trays in moulded/pressed rosewood . Designed and made by Aaary in Denmark during the 1960s in a style reminiscent of Henning Koppel and Uno and Osten Kristiansson....

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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Barware

Materials

Rosewood

Scandinavian Modern Cheese Meat Utensil Cutlery Rosewood Brass Set
Scandinavian Modern Cheese Meat Utensil Cutlery Rosewood Brass Set

Scandinavian Modern Cheese Meat Utensil Cutlery Rosewood Brass Set

Located in New York, NY

A Scandinavian Modern style rosewood and brass cheese, meat, pate, and more, cutlery set, circa mid-20th century, 1950s - 1960s. Pieces are brass with ros...

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Mid-20th Century Thai Scandinavian Modern Barware

Materials

Brass

Danish Freemason Bottle Opener in Bog Oak and Silver by Hans Hansen
Danish Freemason Bottle Opener in Bog Oak and Silver by Hans Hansen

Danish Freemason Bottle Opener in Bog Oak and Silver by Hans Hansen

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Hans Hansen bottle opener executed in plus 200 years old bog oak and inlaid with sterling silver. A number of 100 piece were ordered by the Danish Masonry society between 1950-60 hen...

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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Barware

Materials

Silver

Scandinavian Champagne Flutes Glasses, Pair
Scandinavian Champagne Flutes Glasses, Pair

Scandinavian Champagne Flutes Glasses, Pair

Located in New York, NY

An elegant pair of crystal Champagne flutes glasses, Scandinavian Modern, circa 20th century, Scandinavia. A beautiful set with 'hollow' stem detail, s...

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20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Barware

Materials

Crystal

Bjorn Wiinblad Artist Line Porcelain Set for Rosenthal, 1970s, Set of 3
Bjorn Wiinblad Artist Line Porcelain Set for Rosenthal, 1970s, Set of 3

Bjorn Wiinblad Artist Line Porcelain Set for Rosenthal, 1970s, Set of 3

By Bjorn Wiinblad

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Wiinblad Studio Line set consisting of ashtray/dish, candlestick and table lighter. Colorful and characteristic Wiinblad fantasy figurines. Manufactured by Rosenthal in Germany durin...

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1970s European Vintage Scandinavian Modern Barware

Materials

Porcelain

Danish Modern Teak 12 Bottle Wine Rack or Holder by Nissen Langaa
Danish Modern Teak 12 Bottle Wine Rack or Holder by Nissen Langaa

Danish Modern Teak 12 Bottle Wine Rack or Holder by Nissen Langaa

Located in San Diego, CA

Versatile solid birch 12 bottle wine rack by Nissen Langaa, circa 1980s with nine bottles on the bottom and three on top perfect for a small place.

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20th Century Italian Scandinavian Modern Barware

Materials

Birch

Set of Six Holmegaard 'Perfection' Cocktail Glasses
Set of Six Holmegaard 'Perfection' Cocktail Glasses

Set of Six Holmegaard 'Perfection' Cocktail Glasses

By Holmegaard

Located in New York, NY

The cocktail glass from Tom Nybroe's Perfection range has a volume of 38 cl and is perfect for everything from an urbane cosmopolitan to a scoop of refreshing sorbet between courses ...

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2010s Slovak Scandinavian Modern Barware

Materials

Glass

Vintage Dansk Danish Modern 'Rare Woods' Cocobolo Ice Bucket by Jens Quistgaard
Vintage Dansk Danish Modern 'Rare Woods' Cocobolo Ice Bucket by Jens Quistgaard

Vintage Dansk Danish Modern 'Rare Woods' Cocobolo Ice Bucket by Jens Quistgaard

By Dansk, Jens Quistgaard

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine Danish Modern wooden ice bucket. By Dansk. Designed by Jens Quistgaard. From Dansk's "Rare Woods" series. In cocobolo with straight sides and curved top, circular lid, and...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Barware

Materials

Plastic, Cocobolo

Set of Six Holmegaard Perfection Brandy Glasses, Scandinavian Modern
Set of Six Holmegaard Perfection Brandy Glasses, Scandinavian Modern

Set of Six Holmegaard Perfection Brandy Glasses, Scandinavian Modern

By Holmegaard

Located in New York, NY

The Perfection Brandy Glass that Tom Nybroe created for Holmegaard gives a good brandy the correct treatment and the serving it deserves There is a short distance from stem to bowl f...

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2010s Slovak Scandinavian Modern Barware

Materials

Glass

Vintage Dansk Extra Large Solid Teak Congo Ice Bucket by Quistgaard Dansk
Vintage Dansk Extra Large Solid Teak Congo Ice Bucket by Quistgaard Dansk

Vintage Dansk Extra Large Solid Teak Congo Ice Bucket by Quistgaard Dansk

By Dansk, Jens Quistgaard

Located in San Diego, CA

Dansk is one of the most celebrated makers of Mid-Century table and kitchenware. Their teaks and enamels are in designs that endure the decades make Dansk items highly sought after a...

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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Barware

Materials

Teak

Jens Quistgaard Dansk Danish Teak Ice bucket
Jens Quistgaard Dansk Danish Teak Ice bucket

Jens Quistgaard Dansk Danish Teak Ice bucket

By Jens Quistgaard, Dansk

Located in Ferndale, MI

Square lidded Danish Teak ice bucket . Designed by Jens Quistgaard JHQ for Dansk Designs . Clean original stamped Dansk International Designs LTD JHQ Denmark .

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Barware

Materials

Plastic, Teak

Danish Modern Six Bottle Wine Rack in the Style of Nissen Langaa
Danish Modern Six Bottle Wine Rack in the Style of Nissen Langaa

Danish Modern Six Bottle Wine Rack in the Style of Nissen Langaa

Located in San Diego, CA

A versatile solid birch six bottle wine rack in the style of Nissen Langaa, circa 1970s. The piece is in very good vintage condition and quite sturdy; it measures 9"W x 11"D x1 3.7...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Barware

Materials

Birch

Mid Century Danish Modern Dansk Quistgaard  Congo Ice Bucket
Mid Century Danish Modern Dansk Quistgaard  Congo Ice Bucket

Mid Century Danish Modern Dansk Quistgaard Congo Ice Bucket

By Jens Quistgaard, Dansk

Located in New York, NY

Exceptional Dansk Congo model teak ice bucket designed by Jens Quistgaard, for Dansk, c. 1950's. This is the hard to find large model ( 19 in. H ) with the early orange plastic liner...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Barware

Materials

Plastic, Teak

Clear Glass  Decanter "People" by Erik Höglund, Boda, Sweden, 1950s
Clear Glass  Decanter "People" by Erik Höglund, Boda, Sweden, 1950s

Clear Glass Decanter "People" by Erik Höglund, Boda, Sweden, 1950s

By Erik Höglund, Boda

Located in Hägersten, SE

"People" decanter designed by Erik Höglund. produced by Boda during the 1950s. Made from hand blown clear glass. Signed underneath according to picture. Good vintage condition with a...

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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Barware

Materials

Blown Glass

Georg Jensen Acorn Modern Sterling Silver & Cut-Crystal Ice Bucket Digital Price
Georg Jensen Acorn Modern Sterling Silver & Cut-Crystal Ice Bucket Digital Price

Georg Jensen Acorn Modern Sterling Silver & Cut-Crystal Ice Bucket Digital Price

By Johan Rohde, Georg Jensen

Located in New York, NY

Acorn ice bucket. Made by Georg Jensen in Denmark. Drum-form crystal bowl with cut egg-and-dart band. Sterling silver swing handle with scroll terminals mounted to fluted stems. Full...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Barware

Materials

Crystal, Sterling Silver

Scandinavian Modern Orange Resin Drink Coasters by Laurids Lønborg, 1960s
Scandinavian Modern Orange Resin Drink Coasters by Laurids Lønborg, 1960s

Scandinavian Modern Orange Resin Drink Coasters by Laurids Lønborg, 1960s

Located in Esbjerg, DK

A set of orange painted resin coasters for drinks, coffee or tea. The set comes in its original onion shaped jar. Designed and manufactured by Laurids Lønborg in Denmark during the 1...

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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Barware

Materials

Resin

Clear Glass miniature "People" Decanter by Erik Höglund, Boda, Sweden, 1950s
Clear Glass miniature "People" Decanter by Erik Höglund, Boda, Sweden, 1950s

Clear Glass miniature "People" Decanter by Erik Höglund, Boda, Sweden, 1950s

By Erik Höglund, Boda

Located in Hägersten, SE

"People" decanter designed by Erik Höglund. Rare small size. produced by Boda during the 1950s. Made from hand blown clear glass. Good vintage condition with age related wear and pat...

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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Barware

Materials

Blown Glass

Mid-Century Dansk Cake Server
Mid-Century Dansk Cake Server

Mid-Century Dansk Cake Server

By Dansk Form

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Carved whale bottle opener (sold)made from teak with brass as the opener. Salt and pepper is (Sold)teak also with weighed metal bottoms for stability. Cak...

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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Barware

Materials

Plastic

Clear Glass  Decanter "People" by Erik Höglund, Boda, Sweden, 1950s
Clear Glass  Decanter "People" by Erik Höglund, Boda, Sweden, 1950s

Clear Glass Decanter "People" by Erik Höglund, Boda, Sweden, 1950s

By Erik Höglund, Boda

Located in Hägersten, SE

"People" decanter designed by Erik Höglund. Produced by Boda during the 1950s. Made from hand blown clear glass. Good vintage condition with age related wear and patina. Designer...

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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Barware

Materials

Blown Glass

Jens Quistgaard for Dansk Solid Teak Danish Congo Ice Bucket Model 810
Jens Quistgaard for Dansk Solid Teak Danish Congo Ice Bucket Model 810

Jens Quistgaard for Dansk Solid Teak Danish Congo Ice Bucket Model 810

By Jens Quistgaard, Dansk

Located in Chattanooga, TN

Model 810 Congo ice bucket by Jens Quistgaard for Dansk. The solid teak, Danish made ice bucket was designed in 1958. Distinguished for its elegant Scandinavian design and expert cra...

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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Barware

Materials

Teak

Clear Glass  Decanter "People" by Erik Höglund, Boda, Sweden, 1950s
Clear Glass  Decanter "People" by Erik Höglund, Boda, Sweden, 1950s

Clear Glass Decanter "People" by Erik Höglund, Boda, Sweden, 1950s

By Erik Höglund, Boda

Located in Hägersten, SE

"People" decanter designed by Erik Höglund. Produced by Boda during the 1950s. Made from hand blown clear glass. Good vintage condition with age related wear and patina. Designer...

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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Barware

Materials

Blown Glass

Vintage Dansk Staved Teak Ice Bucket Designed by Jens Quistgaard
Vintage Dansk Staved Teak Ice Bucket Designed by Jens Quistgaard

Vintage Dansk Staved Teak Ice Bucket Designed by Jens Quistgaard

By Jens Quistgaard

Located in Doraville, GA

A vintage solid teak ice bucket designed by Jens Quistgaard for Dansk. The bucket has a black plastic liner. The ice bucket measures approximately 6 1/4 inches tall and 9 1/2 inches ...

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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Barware

Materials

Teak

c.1960s Teak & Copper Ice Cube Bucket, Smoked Glass, Scandinavian Design
c.1960s Teak & Copper Ice Cube Bucket, Smoked Glass, Scandinavian Design

c.1960s Teak & Copper Ice Cube Bucket, Smoked Glass, Scandinavian Design

Located in Skien, NO

**Complete Teak & Copper Ice Cube Bucket Set with Smoked Glass Bowl and Plastic Filter** This stunning set of bar accessories embodies the essence of Scandinavian Modern and Mi...

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1960s Norwegian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Barware

Materials

Brass, Copper

Large Dansk Teak Ice Bucket by Jens H. Quistgaard
Large Dansk Teak Ice Bucket by Jens H. Quistgaard

Large Dansk Teak Ice Bucket by Jens H. Quistgaard

By Dansk, Jens Quistgaard

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Dansk is one of the most beloved and celebrated makers of Mid-Century table and kitchenware; whether its their use of teak or enamel, their designs endure even 60 years later, making...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Barware

Materials

Enamel

Danish Modern Curved Teak Napkin Holder by J. Kjærsulf, 1960s
Danish Modern Curved Teak Napkin Holder by J. Kjærsulf, 1960s

Danish Modern Curved Teak Napkin Holder by J. Kjærsulf, 1960s

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Piece unique - one of a kind solid Burmese teak napkin holder by the Danish furniture designer J. Kjærsulf. Decorated with two dots in brushed sterling silver. It was exhibited at an...

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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Barware

Materials

Teak

1950s Solid Teak Danish Modern Rare Tray by Quistgaard for Dansk MCM
1950s Solid Teak Danish Modern Rare Tray by Quistgaard for Dansk MCM

1950s Solid Teak Danish Modern Rare Tray by Quistgaard for Dansk MCM

By Jens Quistgaard, Dansk

Located in San Diego, CA

Incredible and beautiful design on this large solid teak, a tray designed by Quistgaard for Dansk, circa the 1950s, great condition with raised edges, incredible craftsmanship. early...

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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Barware

Materials

Teak

Danish Modern Solid Teak Ice Bucket by Nissen Denmark
Danish Modern Solid Teak Ice Bucket by Nissen Denmark

Danish Modern Solid Teak Ice Bucket by Nissen Denmark

By Richard Nissen

Located in West Chester, PA

Mid-Century solid teak lidded ice bucket by Richard Nissen, Denmark. This piece displays a unique sculptural and heavily turned shape and has the original orange plastic liner intact...

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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Barware

Materials

Plastic, Teak

Set of Six Holmegaard Cabernet Tumblers by Peter Svarrer, Modern Glass
Set of Six Holmegaard Cabernet Tumblers by Peter Svarrer, Modern Glass

Set of Six Holmegaard Cabernet Tumblers by Peter Svarrer, Modern Glass

By Peter Svarrer

Located in New York, NY

Peter Svarrer’s extensive Cabernet range has been designed for Holmegaard based on an idea to create a range of wind glasses combining modernity, functionality and everyday elegance ...

Category

2010s Slovak Scandinavian Modern Barware

Materials

Glass

Set of Six Holmegaard Cabernet Brandy Glasses by Peter Svarrer
Set of Six Holmegaard Cabernet Brandy Glasses by Peter Svarrer

Set of Six Holmegaard Cabernet Brandy Glasses by Peter Svarrer

By Peter Svarrer

Located in New York, NY

Sit back and enjoy a good brandy in a Holmegaard Brandy Glass from Peter Svarrer's Cabernet range The large surface and tapered top has been especially designed to enhance the nuance...

Category

2010s Slovak Scandinavian Modern Barware

Materials

Glass

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