Scandinavian Modern Decorative Art
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
Lisa Larson for Gustavsberg. Ceramic relief with an insect motif.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Lisa Larson for Gustavsberg, Sweden. Ceramic relief with an insect motif. Turquoise, red, and black glaze.
1960s/70s.
With a suspension loop.
In perfect condition.
Dimensions: Diamet...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Art
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Ceramic
Colossal unique wall relief by Bjørn Wiinblad in ceramic tiles. Woman's face.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Colossal unique wall relief by Bjørn Wiinblad in ceramic tiles.
Woman's face. Polychrome glaze.
Signed and dated '69.
In perfect condition.
Dimensions: Height 90.0 cm x Width 66....
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Art
Materials
Ceramic
Danish Kähler Huge Oblong Ceramic Bowl Stylised Bird by Gete Petersen HAK 1950s
Located in Aarhus C, DK
Huge oblong low bowl from Kähler´s ceramic workshop in Denmark. Made ca 1950s.
The shape of the bowl was designed and made by Nils Kähler and the hanpainted decoration is by artist ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Art
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Ceramic
Danish Ceramic Abstract Flower Wall Plaque by Soholm
Located in Oakland, CA
Ceramic floral motif wall plaque by Soholm of Denmark, colorful abstract images of flowers done in a geometric format on a soft white background. Still retains the original sticker o...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Art
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Ceramic
Swedish Modern Tilgmans Ceramic Wall Platter with Birds 1958
Located in Frederiksberg C, DK
Swedish Modern Tilgmans Ceramic Wall Platter with Swans, 1958
Stunning handmade ceramic piece by Swedish Tilgmans Keramik. Fully glazed hanging wall decoration depicting two elegant...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Art
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Ceramic, Stoneware
Vintage Letter S in Solid Brass, Sweden ca 1940's
Located in Örebro, SE
Vintage letter S in solid brass, covered with old paint (red & gold), Sweden ca 1940's.
Wear and patina consistent with age and use. Paint loss as see...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Art
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Brass
Danish Modern Sculptural Folding Screen / Room Divider in Pine, Made in 1960s
Located in Odense, DK
Unique and rare folding screen / roomdivider in solid pine. Made by a Danish Cabinetmaker in 1960s. A truly sculptural and artful piece, that with will complementary many interior st...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Art
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Pine
Vintage Letter R in Solid Brass, Sweden ca 1940's
Located in Örebro, SE
Vintage letter R in solid brass, covered with old paint (red & gold), Sweden ca 1940's.
Wear and patina consistent with age and use. Paint loss as see...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Art
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Brass
Vintage Letter O in Solid Brass, Sweden ca 1940's
Located in Örebro, SE
Vintage letter O in solid brass, covered with old paint (red & gold), Sweden ca 1940's.
Wear and patina consistent with age and use. Paint loss as see...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Art
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Brass
Vintage Letter C in Solid Brass, Sweden ca 1940's
Located in Örebro, SE
Vintage letter C in solid brass, covered with old paint (red & gold), Sweden ca 1940's.
Wear and patina consistent with age and use. Paint loss as see...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Art
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Brass
Bjørn Wiinblad for Nymølle, Denmark.. "Galop" wall plaque and four salt cellars.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Bjørn Wiinblad (1918-2006) for Nymølle, Denmark.
"Galop" wall plaque and four faience salt cellars. Classic Bjørn Wiinblad scenes.
Salt cellars with H. C. Andersen motifs.
1960s/197...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Art
Materials
Faience
Colored woodcut by Viking Forsberg, 1958
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
Viking Forsberg, 1958
Colorful woodcut
The work is signed by the artist, titled and dated (pencil)
Working dimensions 50/77
Work without a frame
Viking Forsberg (1910 - 1994) was a ...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Art
Materials
Paper
Anders Österlin, Komposition, Color lithograph, Framed
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
Anders Österlin, Komposition
Color lithograph
Number 19/110
The work is signed by the artist and individually numbered (pencil)
Work dimensions 38/31
The work is framed
Anders Öster...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Art
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Paper
Jørgen Finn Petersen 1960s Abstract Ceramic Wall Art / Decorative Bowl
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Ceramic wall plaque handmade by Danish artist Jørgen Finn Petersen in the 1960s. Square bowl shape making the item usable as a decorative dish or centerpiece as well as an art piece ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Art
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery, Stoneware
Paul Holsby, Yster lek, Color Lithograph, 1967, Framed
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
Paul Holsby, Yster lek, 1967
Color lithograph
Number 12/220
The work is signed by the artist, dated, titled and individually numbered (in pencil)
Working d...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Art
Materials
Paper
Paul Holsby, Color Lithograph, 1962, Framed
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
Paul Holsby, 1962
Color lithograph
The work is signed by the artist and dated (pencil)
Work dimensions 26/30
The work is framed
Paul Holsby was born in 19...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Art
Materials
Paper
Paul Holsby, Bergets röda, Color Lithograph, 1963, Framed
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
Paul Holsby, Bergets röda, 1963
Color lithograph
The work is signed by the artist, date, title and individual number (pencil)
Work dimensions 26/30
The wor...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Art
Materials
Paper
Paul Holsby, Spansk dans, Color Lithograph, 1967, Framed
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
Paul Holsby, Spansk dans, 1967
Color lithograph
Number 18/160
The work is signed by the artist, date, title and individual number (in pencil).
Working dime...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Art
Materials
Paper
Bertil Lundberg, Komposition, Etching, 1962, Framed
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
Bertil Lundberg, Komposition, 1962
Etching
Number 28/100
The work is signed by the artist, dated and individually numbered (pencil)
Work dimensions 38/48
The work is framed
Claus Be...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Art
Materials
Paper
Royal Copenhagen Fajance Wall Panel by Ellen Malmer
Located in Utrecht, NL
Unique abstract flower motif (tulips) Fajance ceramic wall panel of intens blue colours by Danish designer Ellen Malmer (artist signed) made at Royal Copenhagen Denmark 1960's. Execu...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Art
Materials
Aluminum
Margareta Treutiger, Vattenblom, Mixed Media on Board, 1965
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
Margareta Treutiger, Vattenblom, 1965
Mixed technique on board
The work is signed by the artist's monogram, date and title
Work dimensions 35/50
Unframed work
Ebba Margareta Treutig...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Art
Materials
Wood
Margareta Treutiger, Vattenväxt, Mixed Media on Board, 1965
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
Margareta Treutiger, Vattenväxt, 1965
Mixed technique on board
The work is signed by the artist's monogram, date and title
Work dimensions 50/35
Unframed work
Ebba Margareta Treutig...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Art
Materials
Wood
Thormod Larsen, Composition, Color Etching, 1961, Framed
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
Thormod Larsen, Composition, 1961
Etching
Number 1/10
The work is signed by the artist, dated and individually numbered (pencil)
Work dimensions 62/70
Framed work
Thormod Larsen (19...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Art
Materials
Paper
Kulo Green, Composition, Color Lithography, Framed
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
Kulo Green, Composition
Color lithography
Number 7/140
The work signed by the artist's signature and an individual number(pencil)
Sheet dimensions 51/61
Framed work
Gustav Holger Fr...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Art
Materials
Paper
Frideborg Bryth, Watercolor, 1950, Framed
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
Frideborg Bryth, 1950s
Watercolor
Work signed by the artist
Dimensions 60/73
Framed work
Frideborg Bryth (1910 - 2007). She was born in Huskvarna. She was married to the artist Lenn...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Art
Materials
Paper
Hardy Strid, Joker I, Color Lithograph, 1966, Framed
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
Hardy Strid, Joker I, 1966
Color lithography
Number 14/44
This work is signed by the artist and has an individual number(pencil)
Sheet dimensions 62/44
Framed work
Hardy Bertil Roland Stridh was born on July 6, 1921 in Haverdal, died on March 27, 2012 in Halmstad. He was a Swedish painter, illustrator, graphic and glass artist. Stridh was initially educated as a professional painter and studied easel painting. In the late 1930s, he experimented with paintings similar to the Halmstad group...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Art
Materials
Paper
Danish Michael Andersen Large Bowl Wall Decor with Face Motif Persia Glaze 1960s
Located in Aarhus C, DK
Very rare and large ceramic bowl or wall decor from the famous Danish ceramic workshop Michael Andersen & Søn (MA&S) on the island of Bornholm. Made circa 1950s or 1960s.
The Hand Painted decor resembles the style of Marianne Starck but is most likely not by her as the piece doesn't show her signature. We suppose it's by Gerd Hiort Petersen...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Art
Materials
Ceramic
Bengt Åberg, Fåglar, Color Lithograph
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
Bengt Aberg, Faglar
Lithography
EA number
This work is signed by the artist and has an individual number
(pencil)
Sheet dimensions 63/48
Unframed
Bengt Åberg (1941-2015), wa...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Art
Materials
Paper
Ceramic Wall Sconces Handmade by "Kingo" Denmark, 1960s Brutalism
Located in Odense, DK
Wall hung "Sun" sconce handmade in the 1960s at "Kingo" ceramics workshop in Denmark in brutalist style. The piece is glazed in the most beautiful green/brown earth colors and the pe...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Art
Materials
Stoneware
Large 1950s Black, White Ceramic Wall Plate Centerpiece, Starck, Andersen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Danish modernist decorative plate / wall decoration / centerpiece with strong graphic decor from the Tribal Harlekin series by ceramic artist Marianne Starck (1931-2007). Shiny bone white glaze with hand-carved sgraffito graphic lines and patterns in raw anthracite colored clay...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Art
Materials
Pottery, Ceramic, 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...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Art
Materials
Ceramic
Midcentury Design Wall Wood Decoration/Woman, 1960s, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
- Around 1960s.
- good original condition wuth patina
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1960s German Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Art
Materials
Wood, Fiberglass
Very Large Ceramic Wall Bowl Platter, Graphic Decor, Organic Colors, 1960s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Very large, stunning Nordic decorative hanging wall plate / centerpiece / bowl in muted earth tones. Peanut brown matte glaze with navy ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Art
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware, Clay
Ceramic Wall Decor Dish Handmade by "Kingo" Denmark, 1960s, Scandinavian Modern
Located in Odense, DK
Large stoneware dish handmade at "Kingo" ceramics workshop in Denmark in the 1960s. The piece is unique and is glazed and decorated with an abstract motif. The dish can be mounted on...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Art
Materials
Stoneware
Original Vintage Abstract Black and White Woodcut by Vide Jansson, Framed, 1960s
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
Vide Jansson, Träsnitt
Graphics
Work with the artist's signature and title (in pencil)
Working dimensions 53/73
The work is framed
Vide Jansson was born in 1924, died in 2007. He was a Swedish graphic artist, painter and sculptor. Jansson studied at the Otte Sköld painting school in Stockholm. He continued his education in Spain and France. In 1958 he founded Grödingegruppen, which included himself, Rune Pettersson and Nalle Werner...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Art
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Paper
Swedish Modern Tapestry "Nattviol", Butterfly Orchid by Märta Måås Fjetterström
Located in Stockholm, SE
Swedish modern tapestry. The pattern is called "Nattviol" (Butterfly Orchid) and is a part of the series "Juniblommor" (Flowers in June), composed 19...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Art
Materials
Wool, Linen
Large Stoneware Table Lamp w. Green Glazing Handmade in Denmark, 1960s
Located in Odense, DK
Large handmade table lamp made in the 1960s in Denmark in modern style. Beautiful green glazing and abstract organic incised decorations. Unsigned but of high quality in the style of "Sejer Keramik". Shade not included.
While Hans J. Wegner, Kaare Klint and Finn Juhl led the way for the success of Denmarks dominance at the field of modern furniture production Danish arts and crafts...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Art
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Stoneware
Ritva Puotila, Early and Rare Wool Rya Wall Hanging Rug, Scandinavian Modern
Located in Decatur, GA
Mid-Century Modern wall hanging rug by renowned Finnish designer Ritva Puotila for Suomen Käsityön Ystävät ( Freinds of Finnish Handicraft. A f...
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1960s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Art
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Wool
Ten Wall-Mounted Candle Holders by Pierre Forsell, Sweden 1950s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Pierre Forsell & Skultuna - Scandinavian Modern Design
A beautiful and decorative set of 10 wall-mounted candleholders, Pendal no 71, by Pierre Forsell.
Made by Skultuna, Swede...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Art
Materials
Brass
Kähler Huge Ceramic Platter Stylised Bird & Fish Motif, Gete Petersen HAK 1950s
Located in Aarhus C, DK
Huge platter by Gete Petersen for Kähler´s ceramic workshop in Denmark.
The decor shows a large stylised bird in center surrounded by four stylised fishe...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Art
Materials
Ceramic
Lisa Larson for Gustavsberg, Large and Rare Wall Decoration, Figures
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Lisa Larson for Gustavsberg. Large and rare wall decoration.
Figures stand on hands. 1960's.
In very good condition.
Stamped.
Measures: 43 x 12 cm.
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Art
Materials
Ceramic
Irma Yourstone for Upsala-Ekeby, Wall Plaque in Glazed Stoneware, 1960s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Irma Yourstone for Upsala-Ekeby. Wall plaque in glazed stoneware. 1960s.
Measures: 32 x 29 cm.
In excellent condition.
Stamped.
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Art
Materials
Stoneware
Gabi Citron-Tengborg, Own Workshop, Lund, Unique Wall Plaque, Fish
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Gabi Citron-Tengborg. Own workshop, Lund.
Unique wall plaque in glazed stoneware shaped like a fish. 1960s.
Measures: 20 x 14 cm.
In excellent conditio...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Art
Materials
Stoneware
Michael Andersen, Denmark, Large Wall Plaque in Glazed Ceramics with a Couple
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Michael Andersen, Denmark. Large wall plaque in glazed ceramics with a young couple. Beautiful crackled glaze, 1950s.
Measures: 43 x 14.5 cm.
In ve...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Art
Materials
Ceramic
Danish Midcentury Marianne Starck for MA&S Large Bowl or Wall Decor Cat Motif
Located in Aarhus C, DK
A stunning piece designed by Marianne Starck for the famous Danish ceramic workshop Michael Andersen & Søn (MA&S) on the island of Bornholm. Made ca 1960s. You can both use it as a l...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Art
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Ceramic
Pair of Original Axel Salto Lithographies in Blue Frames, 1930s
By Axel Salto
Located in Odense, DK
Pair of very rare original vintage lithographies by Danish artist Axel Salto. Both numbered (10/30) and hand signed by artist. Made in the 1930s.
...
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1930s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Art
Materials
Paper
Ceramic Wall Plaque by Ester Wallin for Upsala Ekeby, Sweden, 1960s
By Upsala Ekeby
Located in Barcelona, ES
Glazed ceramic wall plaque, made by Ester Wallin for Upsala Ekeby in the end of 1960s. Depicting a middle eastern male character in sharply defined face p...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Art
Materials
Ceramic
1960s Hand Painted Enameled Copper Wall Composition by Danish Artist Bodil Eje
Located in Knebel, DK
1960s hand painted enameled copper wall composition by Danish artist Bodil Eje
The composition is made of a richly colorfull and patterned hand paintet enameled copper plate with Bo...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Art
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Copper, Enamel
Scandinavian Modern Large Signed Fabric "Timmer", Design Sven Markelius, 1958
Located in Stockholm, SE
Scandinavian Modern large signed linen fabric "Handprinted Timmer (timber), design by the Swedish famous architect Sven Markelius for NK:s Textilkammare." 1958. Designed in 1958.
4...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Art
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Linen
Wall-Mounted Clay and Ceramic Still-Life Relief by Graveren, Norway, 1950s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Wall-mounted clay and ceramic still-life relief fabricated at Graveren Sandnes (1852-1994) in Norway. Clean lines and soft colored glazing contrasting to...
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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Decorative Art
Materials
Ceramic, Clay
1950s Scandinavian Modern Ceramic Wall Decoration
Located in Sagaponack, NY
Ceramic wall decoration comprised of various sized ceramic shapes strung together with thin black wire each with a matte finish orange to black glaze. The three largest and irregular...
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1950s Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Art
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Ceramic
Painting by Mogens Andersen, Denmark, 1954
By Mogens Andersen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Painting by Mogens Andersen, Denmark, 1954.
Mixed-media with collage.
Measures: H 102 cm/ 40"
W 46 cm/ 18".
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Art
Materials
Paper
Danish Midcentury Wall Decoration with Tiles by Royal Copenhagen, 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
Relief with frame in brass and decorated with tiles by Royal Copenhagen. Designed and made by Royal Copenhagen. Great original condition.
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Art
Materials
Brass
Beck & Jung, Multiple, Signed Holger Bäckström and Bo Ljungberg, 1969
By Beck & Jung
Located in Berlin, DE
An original multiple by Swedish Designers Beck & Jung (Holger Bäckström & Bo Ljungberg).
Colored cardboard, yellow wooden frame.
Signed Holger Bäckström and Bo Ljungberg 1969.
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Art
Materials
Paper
Serigraph from 1968 by Lars-Gunnar Nordström
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Serigraph by Lars-Gunnar Nordström.
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1960s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Art
Hand-Painted Paper Collage Attributed to Sven Markelius for Illums Bolighus
Located in Dallas, TX
From an important Dallas Texas estate.
This artwork is an assemblage of countless hand cut and painted paper triangles arranged to create a captivating geometric depth of field. ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Art
Decorative Danish Midcentury Organic Ceramic Wall Art, 1970s
Located in Odense, DK
A fine unique sculptural stoneware heavy wall unit in various brown colors. Made by a Danish artist in the 1970s.
Beautiful structure and layers in this vintage piece. This bruta...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Art
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Birger Kaipiainen, Arabia Finland Hanging Art Platter with Decoration, 1950s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Spectacular Royal blue "Florence" Fine art wall plate by acclaimed Finnish ceramic artist Birger Kaipiainen (1915-1988) for Arabia Finland. Designed and manufactured in the 1950s. Relief decor with ceramic pearls, gildings and iridescent glaze. Depicting a white butterfly, white and golden pocket watches...
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Art
Materials
Ceramic, Earthenware, Faience
Scandinavian Modern decorative art for sale on 1stDibs.
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