Scandinavian Modern Serving Bowls
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: USA
Style: Scandinavian Modern
American Midcentury Modern Danish-Style Sterling Silver Compote
Located in New York, NY
American Midcentury Modern sterling silver compote. Round bowl with wide and flat rim and domed foot. Support in form of four cast vertical acanthus leaves. A stylish Danish-influenc...
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Mid-20th Century American Scandinavian Modern Serving Bowls
Materials
Sterling Silver
Scandinavian Modern Yellow Enamel Serving Mixing Bowl
By Kaj Franck
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Scandinavian Modern Yellow Enamel Serving Mixing Bowl
6.38 diameter x 4 h
Preowned vintage unrestored condition, please see images provided.
Category
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Serving Bowls
Materials
Enamel
Finn Juhl for Kay Bojesen Teak Footed Bowl
By Finn Juhl, Kay Bojesen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Finn Juhl for Kay Bojesen Teak Footed Bowl. Finn Juhl designed some of the most beautiful items in the world and his series of turned wood bowls are ...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Serving Bowls
Materials
Teak
Rare Vintage Rosenthal Germany Studio Linie Bjorn Wiinblad White Porcelain Bowl
By Rosenthal
Located in East Quogue, NY
A beautiful white matte porcelain bisque bowl with figurative exterior relief and a plain white glossy interior from the 1960s by Danish designer Bjorn Wiinblad for Rosenthal Studio-...
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Late 20th Century German Scandinavian Modern Serving Bowls
Materials
Porcelain
1960s Dansk Designs Teak Bamboo Salad Bowl Jens Quistgaard
Located in Chula Vista, CA
AMBIANIC presents
1960s Dansk Teak and Bamboo Salad Bowl by Jens Quistgaard
Dansk Design IHQ Denmark
5 x 11.75
Maker stamped.
Preowned Original vintage unrestored condition
See all i...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Serving Bowls
Materials
Bamboo, Teak
International Royal Danish Sterling Silver Sauce Bowl on Stand
Located in New York, NY
Royal Danish sterling silver sauce bowl on stand. Made by International in Meriden, Conn. Ovoid bowl with tapering sides and short inset foot. St...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Scandinavian Modern Serving Bowls
Materials
Sterling Silver
Tall Danish Midcentury Modern Classical Sterling Silver Compote
Located in New York, NY
Danish Midcentury Modern sterling silver compote. Wide and round bowl mounted to shaft with understated Classical ornament: Urn with bold and stylized leaf-and-dart ornament on sides...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Serving Bowls
Materials
Sterling Silver
1960s Kaj Franck for Arabia Finland White & Reb Lobsters Enamel Bowl
Located in Farmington Hills, MI
We are very pleased to offer a stunning bowl by Arabia, circa 1960s. One of Arabia's iconic lines is the "Arabia Finland" series, its pieces are some of the most sought-after collect...
Category
1960s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Serving Bowls
Materials
Enamel
Danish Modern solid Teak Bowl With Lid By Mandalay Genuine Teak
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful solid teak salad Bowl with lid for multiple uses, salad or tortilla to keep it warm with lid, incredible craftsmanship.
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Serving Bowls
Materials
Teak
Large Modern Lime Green Krenit Bowl Herbert Krenchel Denmark 1950s Torben Ørskov
Located in Miami, FL
Danish Mid Century Modern large Krenit Salad Serving Bowl in Lime green designed by Herbert Krenchel and retailed by Torben Ørskov. The Krenit bowls came in 9 sizes and numerous colo...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Serving Bowls
Materials
Metal, Enamel
Danish Mid Century Modern Krenit Salad Bowl White by H. Krenchel / Torben Ørskov
Located in Miami, FL
A Danish Mid Century Modern Krenit bowl with white enamel inside and distintive matte black outer glaze. Designer Herbert Krenchel and retailed by Torben Orskov of Denmark in the 195...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Serving Bowls
Materials
Metal, Enamel
Mid Century Modern Large Krenit Bowl by Herbert Krenchel / Torben Ørskov Denmark
Located in Miami, FL
A Krenit Mid Century Danish Modern large salad bowl in Tomato Red by Herbert Krenchel (1922-2014) in Denmark. The items were sold by Torben Orskov until 1964. The Krenit bowls came i...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Serving Bowls
Materials
Metal, Enamel
Set 4 Small Krenit Enamel Bowls by Herbert Krenchel Torben Ørskov Denmark 50s
Located in Miami, FL
Herbert Krenchel designed hard to find 1950s vintage set of 4 Krenit smallest bowls, 1.50 inches height by 3.5 inches diameter, produced and marketed by Torben Orskov of Denmark. T...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Serving Bowls
Materials
Metal, Enamel
Mid Century Danish Modern Teak Serving Bowl by Jens Quistgaard for Dansk.
By Dansk, Jens Quistgaard
Located in Miami, FL
Mid Century Danish Modern Mid Size Teak Serving Bowl by Jens Quistgaard for Dansk. Circa 1970s
Features a beautiful staved teak wood construction and a quintessential Mid Century Mo...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Serving Bowls
Materials
Teak
Mid Century Danish Modern Serving Bowl by Jens Quistgaard for Dansk. C 1970s
By Dansk, Jens Quistgaard
Located in Miami, FL
Mid Century Danish Modern Teak Serving Bowl by Jens Quistgaard for Dansk. Circa 1970s
Features a beautiful staved teak wood construction and a quintessential Mid Century Modern Scan...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Serving Bowls
Materials
Teak
Danish Modern Solid Teak Butcherblock Lazy Susan Catch It All Serving Bowl
By Dansk, Jens Quistgaard
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful solid teak butcherblock lazy susan, great for nuts olives, etc.
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Serving Bowls
Materials
Teak
Jens Quistgaard Teak Viking Bowl for Dansk, Denmark, 1950s
By Jens Quistgaard, Dansk
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Jens Quistgaard Teak Bowl for Dansk, Denmark, 1950s. Makers mark to the bottom.
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Serving Bowls
Materials
Teak
1950s Danish Teak Freeform Carved Nut Bowl Table Centerpiece Vintage Modern
By Finn Juhl
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Obscure Danish Design Company, AL-BO. Highly finished, thin walled Teak wedge-shaped bowl.
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Serving Bowls
Materials
Teak
1980s Dansk Denmark Brown Mist Covered Casserole Serving Dish by Niels Refsgaard
By Dansk
Located in Atlanta, GA
A vintage lidded casserole serving dish in Brown Mist by Niels Refsgaard for Dansk. You may know Dansk, if not don't worry I'll get to them later. For now, let's look at who Niels Refsgaard is. From a Dansk catalog, "Niels Refsgaard has been an integral part of the Dansk story for more than 60 years as a designer, creator, and brand champion. Niels prefers to be called a “simple country potter” and it is his amazing talent and devotion to his Craft that shines through in all that he creates. We can’t think of a design collaboration between brand and craftsman that has stood the test of time the way the Dansk and Refsgaard marriage has. That longevity has yielded much success along the way, as evidenced by the fact that so many of Niels’ dinnerware patterns are still active in the Dansk line today. We like to think of Niels as one of Mid-Century Modern’s ceramic masters, and as this design theme is enjoying renewed attention in the last several years we have not only re-issued some of Niels’ early work, we’ve commissioned him to develop a new approach to the casual dining experience." And now, let's look at the 'brown mist' design - Dansk Brown...
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Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Serving Bowls
Materials
Stoneware
Jens Quistgaard Rare Woods Wenge Tray for Dansk, Denmark, 1960s
By Jens Quistgaard, Dansk
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Jens Quistgaard Rare Woods Wenge Tray for Dansk, Denmark, 1960s.
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Serving Bowls
Materials
Wood, Wenge
Set of Seven Vintage Enamel Krenit Bowls by Herbert Krenchel
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Krenit bowls - Denmark - circa 1950s.
(1) large bowl with original label on bottom ( 9.5" x 4.5" )
(6) small bowls ( 4.75" x 2.25" )
In very good condition
"Driven by his f...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Serving Bowls
Materials
Enamel, Steel
Vintage Glass Bowl "Flora" by Italglass Corp. Mouth Blown 1960's
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Large vintage clear glass salad bowl Flora style Italglass Corp. Mouth Blown Souffle Bouche 1960's
This large glass serving bowl has a beautiful organ...
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Serving Bowls
Materials
Blown Glass
Teak Serving Bowl by Jens Quistgaard for Dansk
By Dansk, Jens Quistgaard
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Vintage staved teak serving bowl designed by Jens Quistgaard for Dansk. Stamped "Dansk Designs Denmark IHQ" on bottom.
Designer: Jens Quis...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Serving Bowls
Materials
Teak
Georg Jensen Wave Bowl Stainless Steel Denmark Scandinavian Modern
By Georg Jensen
Located in Miami, FL
Original Georg Jensen wave serving bowl in mirrored stainless steel, Mid-Century Modern made in Denmark.
Marked underneath.
The freeform Bowl serves well as centerpiece for Fruit or ...
Category
Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Serving Bowls
Materials
Stainless Steel
Dansk Divided Teak Bowl
By Dansk, Jens Quistgaard
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Vintage divided teak bowl by Dansk.
Designer: Jens Quistgaard
Manufacturer: Dansk
Dimensions: 2" tall x 8.75: diameter.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Serving Bowls
Materials
Teak
Early Danish Teak Centerpiece Serving Bowl by Jens H. Quistgaard for Dansk
By Dansk, Jens Quistgaard
Located in San Jose, CA
Mid century modern decorative staved salad serving bowl designed by Jens Harald Quistgaard for Dansk, Denmark. This unique piece displays quality solid teak craftsmanship and makes f...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Serving Bowls
Materials
Teak
Set 4 Cathrineholm Norway MidCentury Modern Enamel Metal White/Brown Lotus Bowls
Located in Chesterfield, NJ
Very nice set of four enamel on metal bowls designed by Grete Prytz Kittelsen and Arne Clausen for Cathrineholm of Norway. These 5.5 inch diameter bowls have the white lotus design o...
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1960s Norwegian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Serving Bowls
Materials
Metal
Danish Glass Salad Serving Bowl on Curved Teak Wood Stand
Located in New York, NY
1960's Danish Modern opaque pressed glass bowl with curved teak wood stand. Glass bowl measures 10" diameter x 4.25" height without stand.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Serving Bowls
Materials
Teak
Large Vintage Scandinavian Fluted Teak Bowl
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Large vintage Scandinavian bowl with fluted detail crafted in solid teak. Excellent for use as a fruit or salad bowl or simply as a decorativ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Serving Bowls
Materials
Teak
Teak Salad Bowl by Jens Quistgaard for Dansk
By Dansk, Jens Quistgaard
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Vintage staved teak large salad bowl design by Jens Quistgaard for Dansk. Stamped "Dansk International Design LTD Thailand JHQ".
Designer: Jens ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Serving Bowls
Materials
Teak
Teak Bowl Set Mid Century 1960s
Located in New York, NY
Mid century teak bowls set. Hand Turned. Includes 1 Large bowl, 4 small bowl and 2 serving utensils.
Measurements:
Big Bowls Height: 7.25 inches
Big Bowls Diameter: 12.0 inches...
Category
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Serving Bowls
Materials
Teak
Danish Modern Staved Teak Nutcracker & Bowl by Flemming Digsmed for Nissen
Located in San Diego, CA
A very rare Danish modern staved teak nutcracker & bowl by Flemming Digsmed for Nissen, circa 1960s. The set is simple and elegant with great design an...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Serving Bowls
Materials
Teak
Danish Modern Solid Teak Dansk Salad Bowl by Quistgaard
By Dansk, Jens Quistgaard
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare shape with beveled edge on this solid teak, salad bowl designed by Quistgaard for Dansk, circa 1970s great condition.
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Serving Bowls
Materials
Teak
Large Danish Modern Carved Teakwood Fruit / Serving Bowl
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Danish hand carved teak serving / fruit bowl with exquisite grain and an impressive size: H: 5.13" x L: 18.63" x D: 11.
Excellent, vintage condition with only a few light spots of f...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Serving Bowls
Materials
Teak
Danish Modern Solid Palisander Rare Salad Set 8 Pcs, Attrib to Laurids Lonborg
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful and rare set of eight pieces a salad bowl and seven small bowls, solid palisander sculpted wood Made in Denmark, circa 1950s, each small bow...
Category
Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Serving Bowls
Materials
Palisander
1950s Danish Teak Salad Bowl by Finn Juhl for Kay Bojesen
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A modern design Classic - lathe turned teak salad bowl in the largest size, design by Finn Juhl crafted by Magne Monsen for Kay Bojesen.
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Serving Bowls
Materials
Teak
Mid Century Teak Bowl or Salad Set by Nissen Denmark 11 Pieces Service for 8
By Nissen
Located in New York, NY
Midcentury 1960s 11-piece Teak Bowl or Salad set by Nissen, Denmark.
Serves eight. Entire set is made of teak. Entire set is in excellent condition.
Measures: One large bowl 12 x 5
...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Serving Bowls
Materials
Teak
Danish Staved Teak Bowl
Located in San Diego, CA
Well crafted Danish staved teak bowl, circa 1960s. The bowl is in excellent condition and is 10" in diameter.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Serving Bowls
Materials
Teak
Salad Bowl by Richard Nissen
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A Scandinavian Modern large scaled and beautifully crafted staved teak bowl having a subtly flaring round form. Designed and manufactured by Richard Nissen in Denmark, circa 1960s.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Serving Bowls
Materials
Teak
Herbert Krenchel Krenit Bowls with Servers Denmark, NOS
Located in St. Louis, MO
Herbert Krenchel midcentury / Danish modern set of unused or near mint condition bowls, a large matte glaze bowl with enameled green interior and four en suite smaller bowls with red...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Serving Bowls
Materials
Metal
Large Blue Enamel Krenit Bowl by Herbert Krenchel
Located in Stockton, NJ
A large blue enamel Krenit bowl by Herbert Krenchel.
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Serving Bowls
Materials
Metal
Pair of Pewter Bawls by Anna Petrus
By Anna Petrus
Located in Long Island City, NY
Pair of pewter bawls designed by Anna Petrus for Svenskt Tenn. Designed in 1929.
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Serving Bowls
Materials
Pewter
Jens H. Quistgaard Large Teak Bowls for Dansk
By Dansk, Jens Quistgaard
Located in Hudson, NY
Three solid teak bowls made in butcher block technique, designed by Jens H. Quistgaard for "Dansk". Marked on bottom.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Serving Bowls
Materials
Teak
1950s Swedish Farsta Bowl by Wilhelm Kage for Gustavsberg
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A large, glazed stoneware Farsta bowl with hand inscribed Asian calligraphic inspired decoration. Signed 'Kage,' Studio Gustavsberg,' on underside, a...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Serving Bowls
Materials
Stoneware
Scandinavian Modern serving bowls for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Scandinavian Modern serving bowls 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 serving bowls created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include serveware, ceramics, silver and glass, decorative objects and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with ceramic, wood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Scandinavian Modern serving bowls made in a specific country, there are Europe, Scandinavia, and Denmark pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original serving bowls, popular names associated with this style include Jens Quistgaard, Dansk Designs, Herbert Krenchel, 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 serving bowls differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $95 and tops out at $11,500 while the average work can sell for $360.
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