Scandinavian Modern Wall Mirrors
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.
Style: Scandinavian Modern
Color: Gray
Antique Pewter Mirror, decoration with leaves and flowers, Sweden 1920s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
SVENSKT TENN - SCANDINAVIAN MODERN
A beautiful antique pewter mirror, Sweden 1920s, attributed to Estrid Erichson, Svenkt Tenn.
The mirror i...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Pewter
Swedish Mid Century Brass Mirror
By Josef Frank
Located in Portland, OR
Swedish Grace-style brass mirror after Josef Frank. In brass, an undulating and delicate yet dimensional framework is executed in round form. Hangs by a metallic gold rope. Back is e...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Brass
Scandinavian Vintage Brass Wall Mirror, Ystad Metall, Sweden, 1950s
By Ystad-Metall
Located in Stockholm, SE
Large, elegant wall mirror from Ystad Metall, with a rounded corners brass frame. Decorative bow on top.
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Brass
Taidetakomo Hakkarainen, 1930s Pewter Wall Mirror
Located in Turku, Varsinais-Suomi
Round pewter wall mirror made by Taidetakomo Antti Hakkarainen in the 1930´s.
Antti Hakkarainen made very good quality designs, like furniture and lamps, in the beginning of the 20t...
Category
Early 20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Pewter
Wall Mirror in Brass, Made in Denmark, 1950s
Located in Lejre, DK
Decorative wall mirror in patinated brass designed for Illums Bolighus Denmark in the 1950s. Made in Denmark - great original condition.
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Brass
Sillon Brass Mirror Sh7 by Sebastian Herkner for &tradition
Located in Dubai, AE
The Sillon series , designed by Sebastian Herkner for &Tradition, takes its cue from the French Art Deco movement.
Named after the French word for ‘groove,’ the Sillon series of mi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Steel
Swedish Modern 1950's Brass Mirror
By Josef Frank
Located in Brooklyn, NY
1950's brass mirror in the manor of Josef Frank, Svenskt tenn. Beautiful filigree design around the edges. Age appropriate wear to the brass and glass och overall in a very good cond...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Brass
Wall Mirror in Brass, Made in Denmark 1950s
Located in Lejre, DK
Decorative wall mirror in patinated brass designed for Illums Bolighus Denmark in the 1950s. Made in Denmark - great original condition.
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Brass
Scandinavian Vintage brass wall mirror, Sweden, 1950s
By Ystad-Metall
Located in Stockholm, SE
Elegant wall mirror from Ystad Metall, with a rounded corners brass frame. Decorative bow on top.
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Brass
Nils Fougstedt 1926 for Firma Svenskt Tenn. Swedish Grace Pewter Mirror.
Located in Skanninge, SE
Amazing pewter mirror by Nils Fougstedt 1926.
Model "No 137".
A great example of "Swedish Grace". Made for famous Swedish firm "Firma Svenskt Tenn".
This model was first introduced ...
Category
1920s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Brass, Pewter
Scandinavian Modern Brass Wall Mirror by Lars Holmström, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Brass wall mirror by Lars Holmström, in a clean form. Adorned with a lovely stylized flower at the top.
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Brass
White Lacquered Round Mirror with Leather Strap
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
White lacquered round mirror with leather strap produced in Sweden.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Lacquer, Leather
Masquerade Engraved Feather Mirror by Sebastian Alberdi for Warm Nordic
Located in Viby J, DK
Sophisticated mirrors engraved on one half, which come in three sizes in different shapes. The mirrors create a wonderful sparkle in the room and are as functional as they are decora...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Scandinavian Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Glass
Nils Fougstedt 1926 for Firma Svenskt Tenn, Swedish Grace Pewter Mirror
Located in Skanninge, SE
Amazing pewter mirror by Nils Fougstedt 1926.
Model "No 137".
A great example of "Swedish Grace". Made for famous Swedish firm "Firma Svenskt Tenn".
This model was first introdu...
Category
1920s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Pewter, Brass
Sillon Mirror SH7 by Sebastian Herkner for & Tradition
Located in Dubai, AE
The Sillon series, designed by Sebastian Herkner for &Tradition, takes its cue from the French Art Deco movement.
Named after the French word for ‘groove,’ the Sillon series of mir...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Stainless Steel, Chrome
Pewter Wall Mirror by Thorwald Alef, Svenskt Tenn
By Thorwald Alef, Svenskt Tenn
Located in Stockholm, SE
Stunning wall mirror by Thorwald Alef, made in pewter. The design is called “Amors spratt” (“Cupid’s Trick”). The top is adorned with a reclining woman with a naughty-looking Cupid o...
Category
1920s Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Pewter
Amore SC49, Bronzed Brass Mirror by Space Copenhagen for &Tradition
Located in Dubai, AE
First designed for the SAS Royal Hotel in Copenhagen by Space Copenhagen, this geometric mirror comes in a circular version in Ø: 115cm/46in, D: 3cm/1.2in.
Having a bronzed brass f...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Brass
Swedish Modern Pewter Wall Mirror from Ystad Metall
By Ystad-Metall
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pewter wall mirror from Ystad Metall, in a strict, simple shape. Contrasting, elaborate decoration on top, showing a beautiful Venus inside a shell, flanked by dolphins.
Literatur...
Category
1920s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Pewter
Emil Stejnar Mirror Produced by Rupert Nikoll for Café Segafredo in Austria
By Emil Stejnar
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare mirror with illumination designed by Emil Stejnar. Produced by Rupert Nikoll for Café Segafredo in Austria.
Category
1950s Austrian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Metal
Masquerade Engraved Round Mirror by Sebastian Alberdi for Warm Nordic
Located in Viby J, DK
Sophisticated mirrors engraved on one half, which come in three sizes in different shapes. The mirrors create a wonderful sparkle in the room and are as functional as they are decora...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Scandinavian Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Glass
Masquerade Engraved Oval Mirror by Sebastian Alberdi for Warm Nordic
Located in Viby J, DK
Sophisticated mirrors engraved on one half, which come in three sizes in different shapes. The mirrors create a wonderful sparkle in the room and are as functional as they are decora...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Scandinavian Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Glass
Brass Mirror Model 131, Glasmäster, Markaryd, Sweden, 1960s
By Glasmäster
Located in Stockholm, SE
Solid brass. Very good condition. Signed.
Measure: Diameter 32 cm.
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Brass
Rare Hans-Agne Jakobsson Mirror, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare model. Very good condition.
Signed.
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Brass
Scandinavian Modern, Round Polished Brass Mirror with Cutouts
Located in New York, NY
A Scandinavian Modern, round polished brass mirror. The frame has a “line and dot” design pierced around the frame. The mirror glass appears to f...
Category
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Brass
Mirror Produced in Sweden
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Mirror by unknown designer. Produced in Sweden.
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Pewter
Swedish Modern Mirror by Oscar Antonsson in Pewter from Ystad Metall, Made 1931
By Ystad-Metall
Located in Stockholm, SE
Swedish Modern, Art Deco, mirror by Oscar Antonsson (1898-1960), in pewter from Ystad Metall, 1931.
Stamped Ystad Tenn XX. The crown is decorated showing t...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Pewter
Swedish Modern, 1940s-1950s, Mirror with Etched and Engraved Decor
Located in Skanninge, SE
Swedish Modern, 1940s-1950s. Mirror with etched and engraved decor.
There is one plate of etched and engraved glass above one full mirror plate to create a three-dimensional effect....
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Glass, Cut Glass
Mirror Designed by Björn Trägårdh for Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, 1930
Located in Stockholm, SE
Mirror, anonymous,
Sweden, 1930s.
Pewter and mirrored glass.
Measurements:
H: 161 cm/ 5' 3 1/2"
W: 55 cm/ 21 3/4"
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Pewter
Hans-Agne Jakobsson Mirror, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Solid brass. Very good condition. Signed.
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Brass
Decorative Midcentury Wall Mirror in Brass, Made in Sweden, 1950s
Located in Lejre, DK
Decorative wall mirror in patinated brass, designed and made in Sweden. Great original condition.
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Brass
Faux Leather and Brass Mirror by Otto Schulz
By Otto Schulz, Boet
Located in Stockholm, SE
Large wall mirror by Otto Schulz. Frame dressed in dark blue faux leather, decorated with numerous brass nails. Nice combination of elegance and playfulness.
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Brass
Round Mirror in Copper with Backlight Produced in Denmark
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare round mirror in copper with backlight. Produced in Denmark.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Copper
Midcentury Wall Mirror in Brass Made in Sweden, 1950s
Located in Lejre, DK
Decorative wall mirror and matching hook in patinated brass designed by Swedish designer Hans Agne Jacobsson. Marked Illums Bolighus Denmark in the late 1940s. Made in Denmark - Grea...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Brass
1970s Danish Round Leather Strap Mirror
Located in Sagaponack, NY
An orange, round tapered edge mirror which hangs from a thin leather strap.
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Leather, Plastic
Mirror Designed by Enrico Tonucci for Triangolo, Italy, 1980s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Mirror designed by Enrico Tonucci for Triangolo,
Italy. 1980s.
Wood, leather and mirrored glass.
Measurements:
H: 210 cm/ 6' 11''
W: 90 cm/ 3'
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Leather, Mirror
AB Markaryd Round Wall Mirror by Nils Troed
By AB Markaryd
Located in San Francisco, CA
AB Markaryd polished aluminum round wall mirror designed by Nils Troed, signed.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Aluminum
Mirror in Brass Produced in Sweden
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Mirror in brass produced in Sweden.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Brass
Mirror, Anonymous for Svenskt Tenn, Pewtwe and Brass, Sweden, 1928
By Svenskt Tenn
Located in Stockholm, SE
Mirror, anonymous, for Svenskt Tenn,
Sweden. 1928.
Pewter, brass, mirrored glass.
Marked 'Stockholm B8'.
Dimensions:
H: 40.5 cm/ 16''
W: 40.5 cm/ 16''
Category
1920s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Brass, Pewter
Round Mirror in Aluminium Model Nr 133 Produced by Glasmäster in Sweden
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Round mirror in aluminium model nr 133. Produced by Glasmäster in Markaryd, Sweden.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Aluminum
Swedish Giltwood Art Deco Mirror by W. Lundell
By W. Lundell
Located in New York, NY
Swedish Art Deco mirror with gilt carved details which include a seated putto holding a bow, arrow and quiver against a faux mahogany painted gesso background. Made by W. Lundell, si...
Category
1940s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Mirrors
Gilded Mirror by Estrid Ericson
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Gilded mirror designed by Estrid Ericson.
Designed for Svenskt Tenn, circa 1950.
Size: 68 cm x 68 cm.
Swedish designer and entrepreneur Estrid Ericson was born in 1894. In 1924 she ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Mirrors
Lisa Larson Wall Mirror for Gustavsberg
Located in Pawtucket, RI
Whimsical Swedish Modern ceramic mirror by Lisa Larsen for Gustavsberg. With multicolored birds in relief. Signed.
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Ceramic, Mirror
Hans-Agne Jakobsson Hall Furniture with Mirror in Teak
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare hall furniture with storage and mirror designed by Hans-Agne Jakobsson. Produced by Hans-Agne Jakobsson in Markaryd, Sweden.
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Teak
Original Estrid Ericson Mirror in Green Pewter for Svenskt Tenn 1930s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Wall and table mirror designed by Estrid Ericson for Svenskt Tenn, 1930.
Manufactured by Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, 1930s.
Green lacquered pewter and wood.
Measures: D 50cm/ 19 3...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Pewter
Brass Edged Mirror, Sweden, circa 1940
By Ystad-Metall
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful brass edged mirror by Ystad Mettal, Sweden, circa 1940.
Excellent condition with unusual detail decoration at top.
Measures: 35.5" L x ...
Category
1940s Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Brass
Scandinavian Modern wall mirrors for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Scandinavian Modern wall mirrors 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 wall mirrors created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include mirrors, case pieces and storage cabinets, seating and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, glass and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Scandinavian Modern wall mirrors made in a specific country, there are Europe, Scandinavia, and Sweden pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original wall mirrors, popular names associated with this style include Aksel Kjersgaard, Uno & Östen Kristiansson, Kai Kristiansen, and Glasmäster. 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 wall mirrors differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $185 and tops out at $21,025 while the average work can sell for $1,918.
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