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
Period: Mid-20th Century
Unique Ceramic Bowl by Per Hammarström, Sweden 1980 Signed Per.H
Located in Paris, FR
Unique stoneware bowl by Per Hammarström, Sweden 1980 Signed Per.H under the base.
Hand made by the artist in the 80s with bright turquoise colour an yellow.
Good condition.
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Carl-Harry Ståhlane for Rörstrand, Miniature Ceramic Jug, Mid-20th C
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Carl-Harry Ståhlane for Rörstrand, miniature ceramic jug.
Glaze in shades of blue and green.
Mid-20th century.
In perfect condition.
Signed.
First factory quality.
Dimensions: ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Stig Lindberg, Three "Scotty" Dogs in Stoneware for Gustavsberg
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Stig Lindberg (1916-1982), three "Scottish" dogs in stoneware for Gustavsberg.
circa. 1960s.
In great condition.
Dimensions: L 6.0 x H 5.0 cm.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Stoneware
Wilhelm Kåge, Gustavsberg, Stoneware "Argenta" Dish with Silver Decor, 1950s
Located in Bromma, Stockholms län
Large "Argenta" plate or dish designed by Wilhelm Kåge and made by Gustabsberg. The Argenta series was designed for the 1930's world fair and became one of Gustavsberg's most succesf...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Silver
Stoneware Vase by Yngve Blixt, Höganäs, Sweden, 1957
By Yngve Blixt
Located in Malmö, SE
Early and unique stoneware vase with amazing glaze.
Made by Yngve Blixt, in his studio in Höganäs, Sweden, 1957.
Excellent condition. Incised Yngve Blixt, Höganäs, 1957.
Yngv...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Scandinavian Modern Gunnar Nylund Stoneware Antilope Sculpture Rörstrand ca 1955
Located in EL Waalre, NL
Gunnar Nylund, Stoneware Sculpture of an Antilope, Rörstrand, Sweden, circa 1955
Description
A large stoneware sculpture of an Antilope, finished in matte reddish brown and dark brown glazes on a satin-gloss black lacquered wooden base, made in a limited edition of 200 pieces.
Gunnar Nyland was particular known for his animal figures with beautiful experimental glazes. The larger examples of exotic animals - like this antilope - are especially sought after.
This sculpture was designed by Gunnar Nylund and executed by the Swedish ceramics factory Rörstrand in the 1950's. It is fully signed underneath: R (Rörstrand) Sweden with 3 crowns (after 1951 Rörstrand changed to the international spelling Sweden), GN (Gunnar Nylund) and 83/200. As it lacks the post 1960 VDN markings, this piece can be dated between 1951 and 1960.
Artist
Gunnar Nylund (1904-1997) was a Swedish artist, ceramist and sculptor most known for his work for the Swedish ceramic manufacturer Rörstrand.
He was born in Paris to a Danish mother...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Blue & Brown Vase Lovely Glaze Carl-Harry Stålhane Rörstrand, Midcentury Vintage
Located in Stockholm, SE
A black vase with some minor red color designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane at Rörstrand, It is 18 cm (7.2") high and in mint condition. It is marked as 2nd quality.
Carl-Harry Stålha...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Gunnar Nylund "ARO" Ceramic Stoneware Bowl with Ivory Glaze for Rörstrand, 1950s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful and rare bowl by Gunnar Nylund in a cream and brown glaze. Rörstrand produced in the 1950s. In good vintage condition showing small signs from age and use. Signed on bottom.
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Carl Harry Ståhlane '1920-1990', Rörstrand. Vase in Dark Green and Black Glaze
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Carl Harry Ståhlane (1920-1990) for Rörstrand, vase in dark green and black glaze.
Approx. 1960s.
Signed.
In excellent condition.
Dimensions: H 16.0 cm. x D 8.0 cm.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Yellow Vase, Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand, Scandinavian Midcentury Vintage
Located in Stockholm, SE
A vase with a yellow glaze designed by Gunnar Nylund at Rörstrand of model Granola, the vase is 26 cm (10.4") high and 7.5 cm (3") in diameter. It is in mint condition and marked as ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Vase by Gertrud Lönegren, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1930s
Located in Malmö, SE
Beautiful and rare stoneware vase designed by Gertrud Lönegren.
This studio piece was created at Rorstrand in Sweden between 1936-1941.
Excellent condition. Impressed 'Rörstrand ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Mari Simmulson, Upsala Ekeby, Bowl "Hedenhös" Porcelain, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
A lovely ceramic bowl of model "Hedenhös" in green and gray designed between 1957-1960 by Mari Simmulson at Upsala Ekeby. It is 23 x 18 cm in diameter and in mint condition.
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Wall Hanging Sculpture by Britt-Ingrid Persson, Sweden 1960s, Faces Helmet
Located in Stockholm, SE
A wall hanging sculpture made by Britt-Ingrid Persson at her own studio in Sweden in the 1960s of earthenware. The sculpture shall be mounted at the wal...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Vase by Gertrud Lönegren, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1930s
Located in Malmö, SE
Beautiful and rare stoneware vase designed by Gertrud Lönegren.
This studio piece was created at Rorstrand in Sweden between 1936-41.
Excellent condition. Impressed 'Rörstrand / ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand Miniature Stoneware Vase, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Carl-Harry Stålhane for Rörstrand. Miniature vase in glazed stoneware. Beautiful glaze in black and dark steel grey shades with some dark copper red strokes...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Stoneware
Mari Simmulson for Upsala Ekeby. Cardus wall plaque
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Mari Simmulson for Upsala Ekeby.
Cardus wall plaque designed in 1967 as part of the Cardus series.
In perfect condition.
Marked.
Di...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Stig Lindberg, Salix, Trio Set, Gustavsberg
Located in MAASTRICHT, LI
Product Description:
This popular series called Salix, designed by Stig Lindberg for Gustavsberg, draws attention due to the delicate lines drawn on the pure white and transparent b...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Porcelain
Carl Harry Ståhlane '1920-1990' for Rörstrand, Miniature Vase, Mid-20th Century
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Carl Harry Ståhlane (1920-1990) for Rörstrand.
Miniature vase with mottled glaze in earth tones.
Mid-20th Century.
In perfect condition.
Dimensions: D 3.5 x H 5.2 cm.
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
1940's Argenta Stoneware Plate by Wilhelm Kåge
Located in Brooklyn, NY
1940's Argenta stoneware plate with female siluett decor by Wilhelm Kåge for Gustavsberg. The now iconic Argenta stoneware collection with its green gl...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Scandinavian Modern Cerulean Stoneware "Bullet" Bud Vase
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Matte-blue glaze stoneware bullet-form bud vase (ca. 1960s, Scandinavia). Smooth, modernist form with rich textures within the glaze, as shown. Diminutive size: H: 6.25" x Diameter: ...
Category
1960s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Stoneware
Set of Decorative Stoneware "Owl" Candle Lamps made at Søholm, Denmark, 1960s
Located in Odense, DK
Wonderful pair of hand made candle lamps by Joseph Simon made at Søholm Pottery in Denmark in the 1960s. The lamps are made from hand decorated glazed stoneware. They can be used standing or hung at the wall. Joseph Simon worked at Søholm for a short period in the late 1960s and is known for his whimsical animal figures. This set of candle holders are probably one of a kind.
The Søholm Pottery on the small island of Bornholm in Denmark was established in 1836 and closed in 1996. They were one of Denmarks finest ceramics workshops. With traditional names such as "Søholm", "Michael Andersen" and "Hjorth's Keramik", Bornholm has managed to place itself heavily on the Danish map within ceramics and handicrafts. Just like Japanese ceramics, Bornholm ceramics...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Stoneware
Ceramic Gray Speckled Bowl Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand, Vintage Midcentury
Located in Stockholm, SE
A lovely black bowl designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane at Rörstrand, the bowl is 18.5 cm in diameter at the top and 9.5 cm high. It is in excellent condition except from some minor marks in the glaze near the base why it is marked as 2nd quality.
Carl-Harry Stålhane is one of the top names when it comes to midcentury Scandinavian Ceramics...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Brown Vase Carl-Harry Stålhane Rörstrand, Midcentury Vintage
Located in Stockholm, SE
A ceramic vase with a brown glaze designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane at Rörstrand. The vase is 24 cm (9.6") high and 10 cm (4") in diameter and in very good condition. It is marked as 2nd quality.
Carl-Harry Stålhane is one of the top names when it comes to midcentury Scandinavian ceramics...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Gray Hourglass-Shaped Vase, Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand, Midcentury Vintage
Located in Stockholm, SE
A gray hourglass-shaped ceramic vase designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane at Rörstrand. The vase is 19.5 cm (7.8") high and in very good condition. The vase is marked as 2nd quality.
Carl-Harry Stålhane is one of the top names when it comes to Mid century Scandinavian Ceramics...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Jens H. Quistgaard for Bing & Grøndahl / Nissen Kronjyden, Cordial Tea Service
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Jens H. Quistgaard (1919-2008) for Bing & Grøndahl / Nissen Kronjyden.
"Cordial" tea service in gray consisting of teapot, creamer and a sugar bowl.
In perfect condition.
1960s.
...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Set of 3 Vases, Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand, Scandinavian Midcentury Vintage
Located in Stockholm, SE
A group of three vases with a lovely glaze designed by Gunnar Nylund at Rörstrand, the vase are 21.5 cm (5") and 15 cm (6") high. Two of the vases are 2nd quality and the brown one i...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Blue Vase - Lovely Glaze Carl-Harry Stålhane Rörstrand, Midcentury Vintage
Located in Stockholm, SE
A ceramic vase with a stunning blue glaze designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane at Rörstrand. The vase is 28 cm (11.2") high and in mint condition. It is marked as 1st quality.
Carl-Harry Stålhane is one of the top names when it comes to Midcentury Scandinavian Ceramics...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Irma Yourstone, Sweden, Bowl on Foot in Glazed Stoneware, 1960s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Irma Yourstone (1911-1988), Sweden.
Bowl on foot in glazed stoneware. Beautiful glaze in deep blue shades. 1960s.
Measures: 22 x 18 cm.
In excellent...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Stoneware
Royal Copenhagen Jar in Glazed Stoneware, Beautiful Celadon Glaze
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Royal Copenhagen jar / vase in glazed stoneware.
Beautiful celadon glaze. Danish design.
Mid-20th Century
Marked.
In excellent condition.
Fi...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Stoneware
Large Unique Kähler Stoneware Dish
Located in Kastrup, DK
Large rare Kähler stoneware dish (78 x 11). The dish was originally a gift for one of Niels Kähler's friends.
Because of it's size there is a crack i...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Scandinavian Aluminia Light Blue, White, Brown Porcelain Vase, 1950s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Nordic organic modern porcelain vase by Anni Rigmor Jeppesen for Aluminia, Royal Copenhagen in the late 1950s. Shiny light blue graphic lines on white ba...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Porcelain
Brown Vase, Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand, Midcentury Vintage
Located in Stockholm, SE
A brown vase designed by Gunnar Nylund at Rörstrand, the vase is 25 cm (10") high and 7 cm (2.8") in diameter. It is in mint condition and marked as 1st quality.
Gunnar Nylund wa...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Blue Vase with a Lovely Glaze Carl-Harry Stålhane Rörstrand, Midcentury Vintage
Located in Stockholm, SE
A ceramic vase with a lovely glaze designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane at Rörstrand. The vase is 15 cm (6") high and 15 cm (6") in diameter and in very good condition except from some mi...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Midcentury Ceramic Miniatures by Eva Jancke-björk
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Charming pair of of ceramic miniatures by Eva Jancke-Björk for Bo Fajans, Sweden. They are part of a collection miniature objects that Eva Jancke-Björk crea...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand, Large and Rare Bowl in Glazed Ceramics
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Gunnar Nylund (1904-1997) for Rörstrand.
Large and rare bowl in glazed ceramics. Beautiful glaze in brown shades.
Mid-20th century.
Measures: 40 x 26 cm...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Vase, Olle Alberius, Midcentury Vintage, Pupil's Work - Scandinavian Design
Located in Stockholm, SE
A pupil's work by Olle Alberius in the early 1950s, the vase is 24.5 cm (9.8") high. It do have some minor problems in the glaze, since it is a pupil's work but except from that it´s...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Royal Copenhagen, Malmer & Thorsson, Faience Vase, Denmark, circa 1960's
Located in Chatham, ON
ROYAL COPENHAGEN - Ellen Malmer/designer - Nils Thorsson/shape designer - Mid Century Modern - Baca series - Aluminia faience vase number 635/3121 - signed on the base ROYAL COPENHAG...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Porcelain
Gunnar Nylund White Mid-Century Ceramic Pitcher Jar by Rörstrand in Sweden 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare white ceramic / stoneware mid-century pitcher jar by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand Sweden produced in the 1950s. In good vintage and original condition with small signs from age a...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Bertil Vallien for Gustavsberg, Baghdad Sculpture in Glazed Ceramics, 1960s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Bertil Vallien for Gustavsberg.
Baghdad sculpture in glazed ceramics. 1960s.
Measures: 18 x 8 cm.
In excellent condition.
Stamped.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Gunnar Nylund, Hardo, Höga, Set of Seven Miniature Ceramics Sweden
Located in Lège Cap Ferret, FR
A set of seven miniature vases and bolws by :
1 vase Gunnar Nylund Rörstrand :
10 cm x 3 cm
2 Bolws Höganäs :
6 x 2 cm
6.5 x 2.5 cm
3 Glazed Vases Hardo :
6 x 3 cm
5...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Collection of nine miniature vases in glazed ceramics. 1960 / 70's
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Niels Oluf 'Jeppe' Thorkelin-Eriksen (1926-1981) and Gunver Bilde Sørensen (1931-2018), Denmark.
Collection of nine miniature vases in glazed cerami...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Green Vase, Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand, Scandinavian Mid-Century Vintage
Located in Stockholm, SE
A vase with a lovely green glaze designed by Gunnar Nylund at Rörstrand, the vase is 14.5 cm (5.8") high and 7 cm (2.8") in diameter. It is in mint condition and marked as 1st qualit...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Gete Petersen for Kähler, Ceramic Bowl, Approx. 1960's
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Gete Petersen for Kähler, ceramic bowl.
Hand-painted, with abstract motif.
Approx. 1960s.
In perfect condition.
Signed.
Measurements: D 22 x H 5.0 cm.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Rut Bryk "Karjalainen Talo" Ceramic Wall Plaque
Located in Helsinki, FI
An outstanding piece of art by the leading name of the mid-century Finnish ceramic scene. This large and colorful wall plaque done by Rut Bryk called t...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Squared, Brown Vase, Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand, Scandinavian Mid-Century Vintage
Located in Stockholm, SE
A lovely brown squared vase designed by Gunnar Nylund at Rörstrand, the vase is 15 cm (6") high and 7.5 cm (3") in diameter at the top. It is in mint condition and marked as 1st qual...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Porcelain
Set with Two Ceramic Vases by Greta Runeborg for Ekeby, Scandinavian Modern
By Upsala Ekeby
Located in Stockholm, SE
A set with two vases, with a warm organic structure. Signed Ekeby designed by Greta Runeborg, Sweden mid-1900s.
Smaller signs of wear, one minimal/sm...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Mari Simmulson for Upsala-Ekeby, Rare Ceramic Figure of a Tahitian Woman
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Mari Simmulson for Upsala-Ekeby. Rare ceramic figure of a semi-naked Tahitian woman.
Approx. 1960
Measurements: H 19 cm. x D 9.5 cm.
In excellent co...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Black Vase, Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand, Scandinavian Mid-Century Vintage
Located in Stockholm, SE
A vase with a lovely black glaze designed by Gunnar Nylund at Rörstrand, the vase is 9 cm (3.6") high and 6 cm (2.4") in diameter. It is in mint condition and marked as 1st quality. ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Set of 2 Gray Vases and One Bowl, Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand, Mid-Century Vintage
Located in Stockholm, SE
A set of two vases and one bowl in gray porcelain with a decor of oak leafs designed by Gunnar Nylund at RörstrandThe larger vase is 12 cm high, the smaller vase is 7 cm high and the...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Porcelain
Vase, Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand, 1950s-1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
A dark vase (black & brown) with a lovely glaze designed by Gunnar Nylund at Rörstrand, it´s 17,5 cm (7") high. It´s in very good condition except from a bit sharp edge at the top, t...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Stoneware
Stig Lindberg, Salix, Sugar Bowl & Creamer, Gustavsberg
Located in MAASTRICHT, LI
Product Description:
This sugar bowl and creamer belong to the popular series called Salix by Stig Lindberg and decorator Bibi Breger. The Salix serie dra...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Porcelain
Saxbo, Glazed Ceramic Vase with Brown Glaze, Mid-20th Century
Located in Copenhagen, DK
SAXBO, glazed ceramic vase with brown glaze.
Mid-20th century.
Model number 78.
In excellent condition.
Stamped: Saxbo, 78 Denmark
Measuring: H 7.0 x D 6.0 cm.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Brown Bowl, Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand, Acorn shaped, Mid-Century Vintage
Located in Stockholm, SE
A acorn-shaped brown bowl designed by Gunnar Nylund at Rörstrand, it´s 13,5 x 8,5 cm in diameter. It´s in very good condition except from some minor marks. ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Stoneware
Early Jens Quistgaard for Dansk Flamestone Coffee Pot with Mugs and Demitasses
By Dansk, Jens Quistgaard
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Denmark 'Flamestone' coffee or tea pot, four demitasses, four mugs, and eight saucers (four small / four larger) by Jens H. Quistgaard for Dansk Designs, circa 1958-1964.
Features the Flamestone signature slate, almost brown glazed-earthenware with striated pattern and white porcelain interior (pitcher has a green tinge to the porcelain interior). Elegant, attractive set with only one fleck to the rim of one of the mugs (very minor and easy to miss -- see photos 15 and 16 for closeups).
Early, Danish production, as indicated by the markings and rough exterior (a smooth version was introduced in 1964).
Measures: Pitcher H 13.5" x L 7.5" x D 5"
Coffee mugs H 3.75" x L 4" x D 3.13"
Coffee saucers...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Earthenware, Porcelain
Kähler, Denmark, Large Teapot in Glazed Ceramics, 1960s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Kähler, Denmark. Large teapot in glazed ceramics. Beautiful glaze in sand shades. 1960s.
Measures: 28 x 15.5 cm.
Signed: HAK.
In excellent condition.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Unique Torpedo Vase, Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand, Mid Century Vintage, 1960
Located in Stockholm, SE
A lovely gray and brown vase designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane at Rörstrand, it´s 27.5 cm (11") high and it´s in mint condition. This vase was made in 1960 and is a unique vase.
Ca...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Mari Simmulson for Upsala-Ekeby. Rare ceramic figure of a Tahitian woman.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Mari Simmulson for Upsala-Ekeby.
Rare ceramic figure of a Tahitian woman.
Approx. 1960
Measurements: H 19.0 cm. x D 9.5 cm.
In excellent condition.
Marked.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Stig Lindberg for Gustavsberg, "Colorado" Salt Shaker, 1960s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Stig Lindberg for Gustavsberg. "Colorado" salt shaker.
Beautiful glaze in black. 1960s.
In great condition. Missing bottom plug.
Stamped.
Measurements: H 14.0 cm. x W 4.5 cm.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
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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