Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
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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Style: Scandinavian Modern
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....
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Porcelain
Vase Red & Blue Crystalline Glaze Isak Isaksson Contemporary Sweden Ceramic
Located in Stockholm, SE
A unique vase in a red / brown color with a blue crystalline glaze created by the contemporary Swedish artist Isak Isaksson in his own studio. The vase is 44 cm (17.6") high and in m...
Category
2010s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic, Porcelain
Rare Carl-Harry Stålhane Blue Stoneware Vase in Harfur Glaze, Rörstrand, 1950s
Located in The Hague, NL
This rare stoneware vase was designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane and produced by Rörstrand in Sweden. The unique vase is finished in a blue harfur glaze which was entirely applied by han...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Cast Stone
Midcentury Earthenware jar by Anna-Lisa Thomson for Upsala-Ekeby, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Striking, oversized earthenware jar by Anna-Lisa Thomson. Plump form with an embossed floral motif. Glased deep green with a lighter hue on the lid.
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Lisa Larson for Gustavsberg, a Dachshund in Ceramics
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Lisa Larson for Gustavsberg, a dachshund in ceramics.
Marked.
Measures: 14.5 cm. x 5.0 cm.
In perfect condition.
Category
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Midcentury Modern Set of 3 Ceramic Pieces, Rubus, Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in Farsta, SE
Midcentury Set of 3 Ceramic Pieces, Rubus, Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand, Sweden.
The set contains one vase, one bowls, one bowl/tray.
2 pieces first quality, and 1 piece in second quali...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
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...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Conny Walther and others. Two ceramic vases and a candle holder
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Conny Walther, Danish ceramicist and others.
Two ceramic vases and a candle holder for tealights.
1950s/60s.
In excellent condition, one vase with a minor chip on inside of top.
Mark...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Scandinavian Modern Plate and Vase, ceramic, "Baca", Fajance, by Nils Thorsson f
Located in Grythyttan, SE
A stunning set of scandinavian modern plate and vase by Nils Thorsson for Aluminia, Royal Copenhagen, Denmark.
Thorsson’s “Baca“ series features highly detailed and complex relief ...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic, Faience
Carl Harry Stålhane for Rörstrand, miniature pitcher/vase in green-brown hues.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Carl Harry Stålhane for Rörstrand, miniature pitcher/vase in green-brown hues.
Mid-20th century.
Marked.
In perfect condition.
Second factory quality.
Dimensions: H 7.2 cm x D 3.8 cm.
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Group of 6 Stig Lindberg Studio Ceramic Cabinet Bowls and Vases
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful group of unique, one-of-a-kind handmade pottery objects by master ceramists Stig Lindberg, for Gustavsberg, Sweden.
The group includes two delicate bowls with haresfur glaze, one yellow and one brown, the yellow bowl with an interesting insert wood handle; two vases with textured surface, one cylindrical with blue glaze, the other footed, with a mottled brown glaze; together with a small pair of brown long-necked vases.
Each example signed 'Stig L', most with the Gustavsberg Studio hand cipher, one with paper label.
Yellow bowl is 1 7/8" high, 3 3/4" diameter.
Brown bowl is 2 1/8" high, 4 1/4" diameter
Tall blue vase is 4 7/8" high, 1 1/4" diameter.
Large brown vase...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery
Carl Harry Stålhane for Rörstrand, miniature jug/vase, mid-20th C.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Carl-Harry Stålhane for Rörstrand, miniature jug/vase with glaze in green-brown hues.
Mid-20th century.
Marked.
In perfect condition.
First factory quality.
Dimensions: H 72 mm x D 2...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Carl Harry Stålhane for Rörstrand, small narrow-necked ceramic vase.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Carl-Harry Stålhane for Rörstrand, small narrow-necked ceramic vase with glaze in green-brown tones.
Mid-20th century.
Marked.
Perfect condition.
Second factory quality.
Dimensions: ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Stig Lindberg for Gustavsberg 'Terma' Teapot
Located in Springfield, OR
Stig Lindberg designed teapot for Gustavsberg, Sweden, circa 1960s.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic, Rattan
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...
Category
Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Stoneware
Carl Harry Stålhane for Rörstrand. Small ceramic bowl in dark brown shades.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Carl Harry Stålhane for Rörstrand, small ceramic bowl in dark brown shades.
Mid-20th century.
Marked.
In excellent condition.
First factory quality.
Dimensions: L 11.2 cm x D 6.8 cm ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Figgjo Flint, Norway, Three "a La Carte" Faience Plates, 1960-1970s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Figgjo Flint, Norway. Three "A La Carte" faience plates.
1960-1970s.
Perfect condition.
Marked.
Dimensions: D 24.0 cm.
Category
1960s Norwegian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Faience
Large Mid-Century Ceramic Vase by Berndt Friberg for Gustavsberg
Located in Göteborg, SE
Stoneware vase from Gustavsberg by Berndt Friberg green Harpel glaze with brown shades. Signed Friberg and Studiohanden.
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Osa, Denmark. Two Small Retro Unique Ceramic Bowls, 1970s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
OSA, Denmark.
Two small retro unique ceramic bowls.
Largest in blue tones.
Smallest in green tones.
1970s.
In perfect condition
Blue bowl: D 14.5 x H 5.5 cm.
OSA was a colla...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Ceramic vase by Hertha Bengtsson for Rörstrand
Located in Göteborg, SE
The Ceramic Vase by Hertha Bengtsson for Rörstrand is an exquisite and timeless piece of artistry, designed by the renowned Swedish ceramic artist, Hertha Bengtsson, in collaboration...
Category
1960s Vintage Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Gunnar Nylund Ceramic Bowls Model Caolina by Rörstrand in Sweden
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Set of 3 ceramic bowls model Caolina designed by Gunnar Nylund. Produced by Rörstrand in Sweden.
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Shell vase by Vicke Lindstrand for Upsala-Ekeby, 1940s
Located in Göteborg, SE
The shell vase is an impressive interior detail that can be used to create a focal point in the room. You can place it alone on a side table, shelf or windowsill, or use it as a beau...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Ceramic Argenta urn by Wilhelm Kage for Gustavsberg, 1940s
By Wilhelm Kage
Located in Göteborg, SE
"Argenta" is an iconic ceramic series created by the Swedish designer Wilhelm Kåge for Gustavsberg during the 1940s. This series is known for its unique and innovative design, where ...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Silver
A Set of two Ceramic Bowls "Rubus" Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand Sweden, 1950s
Located in Farsta, SE
Set of Two Ceramic Pieces, Rubus, Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand, Sweden.
The bowls has a silky, textured surface with brown, green and yellow colors and faint glaze with a matt finish. G...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Green Glazed Stonewear Dish by Nittsjö Keramik, Sweden 1940s
Located in Stockholm, SE
A unique green glazed Swedish vintage ceramic dish by Nittsjö Keramik, Sweden 1940s. Great shades of green colors with patina effect all around. A...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Scandinavian Modern Ceramic Bowl by Aune Siimes for Arabia, 1940s/1950s
By Arabia
Located in Helsinki, FI
Scandinavian modern ceramic bulls eye bowl by Aune Siimes for Arabia in the 1940s/1950s. Beautiful piece of mid-century modern art ceramics. Signed at the ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Clay, Ceramic
Post-Modern Scandinavian Design White Glazed Ceramic Vase
Located in Brescia, IT
Late 20th Century Scandinavian black and white glazed ceramic vase.
It is an eclectic vase in optical colors, eye catching in a room.
Its minimal style makes it easy to put in every...
Category
1990s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Green Ceramic Vase, Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand, Scandinavian Midcentury Vintage
Located in Stockholm, SE
A vase with an amazing green / dark turquoise speckled glaze. This is one of the most popular glazes on Gunnar Nylunds ceramics. The vase is des...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Blue Ceramic Vase, Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand, Scandinavian Midcentury Vintage
Located in Stockholm, SE
A blue vase with a lovely glaze designed by Gunnar Nylund at Rörstrand, it´s 24,5 cm (9.8) high. It´s in excellent condition except from some minor marks in the glaze and marked as 1...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Vintage Ceramic Dish Campo by Ingrid Atterberg for Upsala-Ekeby Sweden 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Vintage ceramic bowl 'Campo' in rough and glazed ceramic by Ingrid Atterberg for Upsala Ekeby in the 1960s. Yellow and blue/green claw shaped deco...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
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 ...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Stoneware
Large, Round Brown Bowl - Carl-Harry Stålhane - Rörstrand - Mid-20th Century
Located in Stockholm, SE
A round ceramic bowl designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane at Rörstrand with a lovely brown har-fur glaze, the bowl is 29 cm (11.6") in diameter and 8 cm (3.2") high. It is in excellent co...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Gunvor Olin-Grönqvist Scandinavian Modern Stoneware Sculpture Shell Handmade
Located in EL Waalre, NL
Gunvor Olin-Grönqvist – A unique stoneware sculpture of a snail shell on a glazed base – Arabia Finland ca. 1980
Description
A unique unglazed incised stoneware sculpture of a spiral shell or snail shell on a glazed base.
Sculpted by Gunvor Olin-Grönqvist for Arabia’s Art...
Category
1980s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Midcentury Stoneware Bowl by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Beautiful stoneware bowl by Gunnar Nylund, in an oval boat shape with an undulating edge. Large size. Purple and blue glaze with nuances of brown.
Gunnar Nylund was one of the most influential ceramicists and designers of the Swedish mid-century period. He was Rörstrand’s creative leader from 1931 until 1949 and as such propelled the artistic work at the factory and served as mentor to younger artists, among them Carl-Harry Stålhane and Hertha Bengtsson.
Nylund was a dedicated functionalist, who brought ideas of democratizing stoneware and creating beautiful, qualitative and affordable everyday items for the people to Rörstand in the mid-1920s. The factory had at the time lost its former leading market position, but Nylund’s efforts gave it a great reboot. He designed ceramic kitchenware...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Stoneware
Midcentury Stoneware Vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Neat stoneware vase by Gunnar Nylund, in a drop form. Glazed eggshell white over a subtle graphic pattern.
Gunnar Nylund was one of the most influential ceramicists and designers of the Swedish mid-century period. He was Rörstrand’s creative leader from 1931 until 1949 and as such propelled the artistic work at the factory and served as mentor to younger artists, among them Carl-Harry Stålhane and Hertha Bengtsson.
Nylund was a dedicated functionalist, who brought ideas of democratizing stoneware and creating beautiful, qualitative and affordable everyday items for the people to Rörstand in the mid-1920s. The factory had at the time lost its former leading market position, but Nylund’s efforts gave it a great reboot. He designed ceramic kitchenware...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Stoneware
Ceramic Figurine Monkey, Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand, 1950-1960s Lovely Glaze
Located in Stockholm, SE
A sculpture of a deer in ceramic designed by Gunnar Nylund at Rörstrand. It is 27,5 x 16.5 cm (11" x 6.6") and 21.5 cm (8.6") high. It is in excellent condition and comes with the or...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Stoneware
Shell vase by Vicke Lindstrand for Upsala-Ekeby, 1940s
Located in Göteborg, SE
The shell vase is an impressive interior detail that can be used to create a focal point in the room. You can place it alone on a side table, shelf or windowsill, or use it as a beau...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Berndt Friberg for Gustavsberg. Miniature vase with glaze in shades of green
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Berndt Friberg for Gustavsberg.
Miniature ceramic vase with glaze in shades of green.
In excellent condition.
Dated 1958
Signed and marked with Gustavsberg studio hand.
Dimensions: ...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Vase by Per Linnemann Schmidt for Palshus Ceramic, 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
Decorative ceramic vase designed by Per Linnemann Schmidt and made by Palshus, made in Denmark in the 1960s. Great original condition.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Large Faience Vase by Stig Lindberg
Located in Berlin, BE
Stig Lindberg (1916 - 1982) was a Swedish ceramic designer, painter, and illustrator.
One of Sweden's most important postwar designers, Lindberg created whimsical studio ceramics ...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Faience
Royal Copenhagen, four tiles with an abstract motif. Mid-20th century.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Royal Copenhagen, four tiles with an abstract motif.
Mid-20th century.
Perfect condition.
Marked.
Measurements: 15.3 cm.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Scandinavian Modern Pair of Ceramic Vases/Bottles Carl-Harry Stålhane Sweden
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
These pieces of ceramic bottles were made in Sweden 1980s for Design Huset and designed by one of the great ceramic’s designers from Sweden, Carl-Harry Stålhane. There is a stunning nice colored 1980s look and still that grace of Swedish midcentury pottery...
Category
1980s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Carl Harry Stålhane for Rörstrand. Ceramic vase with hare fur glaze. Mid-20th C.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Carl-Harry Stålhane for Rörstrand.
Ceramic vase with hare fur glaze in shades of yellow.
Perfect condition.
Mid-20th century.
Signed.
Dimensions: H 6.0 x D 7.3 cm.
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Penguin by Gunnar Nylund
Located in Berlin, BE
The Scandinavian ceramic designer Gunnar Nylund, best known for his role as the artistic director of Rörstrand, became famous for his various stoneware animal sculptures.
Category
1950s European Vintage Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Unique Brutalist Sculpture by Ole Bjørn Krüger, Own Studio, Denmark, 1960s
Located in Odense, DK
Unique large floor sculpture by Danish artist Ole Bjørn Krüger (1922-2007) made in the 1960s in his own workshop. Abstract stalagmite columns hand scu...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Stoneware
Carl Harry Staahlane for Roerstrand. Miniature vase with brown glaze
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Carl Harry Staahlane (1920-1990) for Roerstrand.
Miniature vase with glaze in shades of brown.
Mid-20th century.
Perfect condition.
Signed.
Dimensions: H 4.7 x D2.5 cm.
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Green Large Bowl Argenta #901, Wilhelm Kåge Fish, Scandinavian Modern, Dragon
Located in Stockholm, SE
A lovely bowl of model Argenta 901 designed by Wilhelm Kåge at Gustavsberg, this bowl is 32,5 cm (13") in diameter and about 13 cm (5,2") high. It´s in excellent condition except fro...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Stoneware
Turquoise Ceramic Vase Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand, Scandinavian Midcentury Vintage
Located in Stockholm, SE
A turquoise vase with a lovely glaze designed by Gunnar Nylund at Rörstrand, the vase is 23 cm (9.3") high and 17 x 14 cm (6.8" x 5.6") in diameter. It´s in excellent condition excep...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Stoneware
Vintage Leaf Shaped Serving Dish Faience, Stig Lindberg, Gustavsbergs Studio
Located in Stockholm, SE
A serving dish in faience designed by Stig Lindberg at Gustavsbergs Studio in Stockholm, it is 19 x 16.5 cm (7.6" x 6.6") in diameter. It´s in excellent condition. This dish is paint...
Category
Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Stoneware
Unique Ceramic Flower Pot, Carl-Harry Stålhane, Designhuset, Scandinavian Modern
Located in Stockholm, SE
A lovely flower pot designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane at Designhuset in Lidköping, Sweden. The pot is in excellent condition.
Carl-Harry Stålhane is one of the top names when it com...
Category
1980s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
2 Lovely Ceramic Vases Grey & Blue, Rolf Palm, Mölle Sweden Scandinavian Modern
Located in Stockholm, SE
A pair of lovely vases designed by Rolf Palm at his workshop in Mölle outside Höganäs in Sweden, one with a lightgray color with a raw surface and the other one with a blue almost cr...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Stoneware
Gunnar Nylund "ARO" Ceramic Stoneware Bowl Dark Glaze Brown for Rörstrand, 1950s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful and rare bowl by Gunnar Nylund in a dark glaze with hues of black, navy, brown. Rörstrand produced in the 1950s. In good vintage condition showing small signs from age and ...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Wallåkra, Sweden, Bowl in Glazed Ceramics, 1960s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Wallåkra, Sweden. Bowl in glazed ceramics. Beautiful glaze in blue and light earth shades, 1960s.
Measures: 11.3 x 5 cm.
Stamped.
In excellent condition.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Lisa Larson for Gustavsberg, Rare Figure, "Johanna", Glazed Ceramics
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Lisa Larson for Gustavsberg, Rare figure, "Johanna", glazed ceramics.
20th century.
Marked.
In perfect condition.
Measures: 15.5 x 10.5 cm.
Category
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Ceramic Vase by Rörstrand, Sweden, 1940s
By Rörstrand
Located in Stockholm, SE
Beautiful ceramic vase by Rörstrand, Sweden, 1940s.
Measure: height 29 cm.
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Axel Salto Budded Stoneware Vase Celadon Glazing "Ipsens", Denmark, 1930s
Located in Odense, DK
Rare and iconic budded vase by Danish master of stoneware Axel Salto in terra-cotta and celadon green glaze. Made at the terracotta manufacturer "P.Ibsens Enke" in the 1930s. Signed ...
Category
1930s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Celadon, Terracotta
Einar Luterkort - Lovely Green Art Deco Vase Relief, Upsala Ekeby, Sweden, 1930s
By Upsala Ekeby
Located in Stockholm, SE
A beautiful ceramic vase in lovely Art Deco-style designed by Einar Luterkort, the vase is designed at Upsala Ekeby in the 1930s. It is 27 cm (10.8") high and about 15 cm (6") in di...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Porcelain
Unique Monumental Danish Modern Stoneware Bowl by Ole Bjørn Krüger, 1960s
Located in Odense, DK
Stunning huge handmade stoneware bowl by Danish artist Ole Bjørn Krüger, (1922-2007). Made in his own workshop in the 1960s. Beautiful organic shape a...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Stoneware
Scandinavian Modern ceramics for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Scandinavian Modern ceramics for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the Mid-20th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage ceramics 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, pottery and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Scandinavian Modern ceramics made in a specific country, there are Europe, Denmark, and Scandinavia pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original ceramics, popular names associated with this style include Axel Salto, Helge Christoffersen, and Lorenz Hutschenreuther. 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 ceramics differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $475 and tops out at $4,500 while the average work can sell for $2,250.
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