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Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations

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 

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

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
12 Decorative Month Wall Plaques by Bjorn Wiinblad for Nymolle, Denmark, 1970s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A complete set of 12 beautiful black and white wall plates, designed by Bjorn Wiinblad for Nymolle, Denmark, 1970s. Each of these plaques st...
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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations

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Ceramic

Large Wall Tapestry by Maria Hillfon, Sweden Scandinavian Modern
Located in Stockholm, SE
Beautiful flat-weave tapestry by Swedish artist Maria Hillfon, handwoven with wool on linen. Orange, green, purple and black. Maria Hillfon has embodied the horizon for over forty ye...
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1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations

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Wool, Linen, Pine

Unique work by Per Kirkeby, Untitled, 1987, Gouache 54 cm x 43 cm in oak frame
Located in København K, 84
( Visible size: 40 x 30 cm ) Inspired by his early training as a geologist, Per Kirkeby made quasi-abstract paintings of landscapes. He was influenced by the gestural works of mid-ce...
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1980s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations

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Oak, Paint, Paper

Plaquettes by Danish Designer Bjorn Wiinblad for Norwegian Nymolle Pottery
Located in Waddinxveen, ZH
This a complete set of 12, one for each month of the year. All are done in black and white and are in a very good condition. They have a small hole to thread a ribbon or a piece of l...
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Late 20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations

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Ceramic

Teak Cado System Wall Unit by Poul Cadovius
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Highly versatile and functional wall unit in teak by Danish designer Poul Cadovius. The unit shown is an example of what we typically stock. Units are sold by the component- wall r...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations

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Teak

Large Wall Tapestry by Maria Hillfon, Sweden Scandinavian Modern
Located in Stockholm, SE
Beautiful flat-weave tapestry by Swedish artist Maria Hillfon, handwoven with wool on linen. Orange, green, purple and black. Maria Hillfon has embodied the horizon for over forty ye...
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1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations

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Wool, Linen, Pine

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 Wall Decorations

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Brass

1958 Danish Teak Royal Cado Wall Unit by Poul Cadovius
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Highly versatile and functional Cado wall unit in walnut by Danish designer Poul Cadovius. We currently have many different Cado pieces in stock and can customize your order to include the type and number of pieces you need. We have both the Royal System and the Cado systems...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations

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Teak

12 Decorative Month Wall Plaques by Bjorn Wiinblad for Nymolle, Denmark, 1970s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A complete set of 12 beautiful black and white wall plates, designed by Bjorn Wiinblad for Nymolle, Denmark, 1970s. Each of these plaques st...
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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations

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Ceramic

Søholm Denmark Large Lamp Ceramic Wall Sconce Sculpture Danish Midcentury, 1960s
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Large stylish Danish midcentury wall sconce. The lamp is made the acknowledged pottery Søholm on Bornholm and the design is attributed to Noomi Backhausen & Poul Brandborg. Made ca. ...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations

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Metal

Märta Måås-Fjetterström "Crocus" Handwoven Linen-backed Swedish Wall Hanging
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Crocus tapestry by Marta Maas Fjetterstrom. A nice, and somewhat rare, size, and fully backed with linen and tabs for inserting a dowel rod. This design was made in many colorways, w...
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Mid-20th Century European Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations

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Wool, Linen

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 Wall Decorations

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Wool, Linen

Midcentury Swedish Jute Wall Tapestry
Located in Barcelona, ES
Swedish midcentury screen printed jute wall tapestry.
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations

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Jute

Limited Artist Glass Wall Plaque Theophany by Bjørn Wiinblad for Rosenthal
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A large decorative wall plaque or dish designed by Bjorn Wiinblad in 1978 and made by Rosenthal in Germany in a limited run. It is titled The Three Holy King/Wise Men/Theophany and w...
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1970s European Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations

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Glass

1980s Marimekko Designs Promotional Poster
Located in Brooklyn, NY
As part of Marimekko's ongoing efforts to promote the brand worldwide, this piece is from a line of posters sent to distributors, press, and agents. Because they weren't available t...
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Late 20th Century Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations

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Paper

Unique Ceramic - Abstract Blue Sculpture by Britt-Ingrid Persson Sweden
Located in Stockholm, SE
A lovely abstract ceramic sculpture made by Britt-Ingrid Persson at her own studio in Sweden in the 1970s. The sculpture is unsigned but there is no doubt that this one is made by Br...
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Late 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations

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Ceramic

Black Oil on Canvas in the Style of Pierre Soulages by Hans Osswald 1960s
Located in Forest, BE
Black paint on canvas with some touch of white and blue. We have several in our collection. Nice and elegant with a very strong feeling. This is a painting in a medium size 81x 60cm. Signed on bottom (left). Hans Osswald 1919-1983 Hans August Osswald (originally Andersson) was born on 29th August 1919 in Örebro. He was a Swedish painter and book illustrator. Osswald first exhibited at Louis...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations

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Fabric, Plywood, Paper

Pair of Chocolate Brown Wall Tapestry, Sweden 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Beautiful pair of chocolate brown wall tapestry with a geometrical design in several colors, woven with wool on cotton. Very good vintage condition only slight traces of use. Dimensi...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations

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Wool

Alvar Aalto Wall Console Artek 114A
Located in Espoo, FI
Alvar Aalto wall console with two drawers, model 114A, manufactured by Artek in circa 1940s. Artek's stamp from 1930s-1950s on the back of the console. The console has beautiful pati...
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1940s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations

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Birch

Hans J. Wegner Pair of Large Wall Shelves in Oak Ry Mobler, Denmark, 1950s
Located in Odense, DK
Pair of Hans J. Wegner oak wall shelves made at Ry Mobler in Denmark in the 1950s. Rare large and early models.
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations

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Oak

Danish Mid Century Wall Hanging Cabinet with Sliding Mirrored Doors, circa 1950s
Located in New York, NY
Rare Danish Mid-Century Modern wall hanging cabinet, with original sliding mirrored glass doors. The case is of solid walnut, the sliding doors ar...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations

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Mirror, Walnut

Oil Paint with Blue Shades by Hans Osswald, 1964
Located in Forest, BE
This must be one of Hans Osswald best works. We have several in our collection. The artwork is painted on a wood panel. Lots of texture, relief and movements. Some traces of time on the art work. Still very nice. Signed on bottom. Hans Osswald 1919-1983 Hans August Osswald (originally Andersson) was born on 29th August 1919 in Örebro. He was a Swedish painter and book illustrator. Osswald first exhibited at Louis...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations

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Reclaimed Wood

Ceramic Wall Decoration for Anonymous artist
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 Wall Decorations

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Ceramic

Eric Julius, listed Swedish artist. Oil / canvas. Modernist landscape with trees
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Pär Lindblad (1907-1981), Swedish painter. Oil on canvas. Abstract composition. Colorful palette. Title: "Lövskog" (Forest of Leaves). Approximately 1960. Signed. Dimensions: 91.5 cm...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations

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Canvas

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 Wall Decorations

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Ceramic, Clay

Original woodprint Axel Salto from 1933, denmark, signed
Located in Kiel, SH
Original woodcut by Axel Salto from 1933. The woodcut is signed by Axel Salto and dated with 1933. Wonderful print "laying deers" in good used condition. Don't hesitate to contact us...
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1930s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations

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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 Wall Decorations

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Stoneware

Danish Modern Teak Wall System by Poul Cadovius
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Teak Danish wall system by Poul Cadovius, circa 1960s. Triple bank wall system with solid wood trim, stunning book-matched veneer surfaces, and brass armature. Modular design, hang i...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations

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Brass

Mid-century Danish Modern Rya Wool Tapestry Wall Hanging 1960s
Located in Miami, FL
Mid-century Danish Modern Rya Wool Tapestry Wall Hanging 1960s Offered for sale is a mid-century Scandinavian modern Danish rya wool tapestry wall ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations

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Wool, Wood

Mid-Century Still Life Oil Painting by Bertil Sjöberg, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Karis, Nyland
Beautiful framed mid-century oil painting on board by Swedish artist Bertil Sjöberg (1914 - 1999). Signed.
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations

Materials

Wood, Paint

Scandinavian Modern Candle Sconce by KONRAD GALAAEN (1923-2004), c. 1970s
Located in Skien, NO
**Mid-Century Modern Norwegian Candle Sconce by Konrad Galaaen, Porsgrund Porcelain, 1960s/70s** A striking retro wall sconce designed by **Konrad...
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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations

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Metal

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 Wall Decorations

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Ceramic, Stoneware

Early Märta Måås-Fjetterström Tapestry in Vintage Pine frame signed Sweden 1930s
Located in Ystad, SE
Early Märta Måås-Fjetterström Tapestry Vintage Pine frame, Sweden 1930s Signed MMF. Woven by hand at Märta Måås-Fjetterström AB workshop, Båstad, Sweden. With is this tapestry, ...
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1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations

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Wool, Linen, Pine

1950s "Kvadrater" Tapestry by Barbro Nilsson
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful vintage tapestry in a design called "Kvadrater" by Barbro Nilsson for Märta Måås Fjetterström Studio in Båstad, Sweden. Design consists of squares in muted purple, green an...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations

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Wool, Linen

Danish Michael Andersen Large Bowl Wall Decor with Face Motif Persia Glaze 1960s
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
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 Wall Decorations

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Ceramic

Handmade Finnish Raanu Mid-Century Tapestry Wall Hanging or Runner, 1960s
Located in Bochum, NRW
Handmade Finnish Raanu mid-century tapestry wall hanging or Runner, 1960s Scandinavian vintage wool wall hanging handmade weaving tapestry...
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1960s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations

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Wool

Ceramic Wall Plaque by Ester Wallin for Upsala Ekeby, Sweden, 1960s
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 Wall Decorations

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Ceramic

Ceramic Wall Plaque w Birds & Flowers by Gabriel Keramik, Sweden 1970s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Ceramic wall plaque fabricated by Gabriel Keramik, Sweden 1970s. Depicting a romantic / infantil motif of birds, butterflies & flowers.
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations

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Ceramic

Black Oil on Canvas in the Style of Pierre Soulages by Hans Osswald 1960s
Located in Forest, BE
Black paint on canvas with some touch of white and blue. We have several in our collection. Nice and elegant with a very strong feeling. This is a painting in a medium size 81x 60cm. Signed on bottom (left). Hans Osswald 1919-1983 Hans August Osswald (originally Andersson) was born on 29th August 1919 in Örebro. He was a Swedish painter and book illustrator. Osswald first exhibited at Louis...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations

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Fabric, Plywood, Paper

Vintage Ceramic Jeziorna Polish Pottery Plate Bolesławiec 1960s Poland
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage Ceramic Jeziorna Polish Pottery Plate Bolesławiec 1960s Poland. Vintage handcrafted ceramic pottery decorative wall plate. Gorgeous carved and hand-painted pottery plate with...
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Mid-20th Century Polish Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations

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Ceramic, Pottery

Handcrafted Aluminium Rivet Typecase
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Rivet Typecase is a compartmentalized aluminum shelf with discrete sections meant for storing and displaying your most cherished objects. The Rivet de...
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2010s Lithuanian Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations

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Aluminum

Åke Klingberg, Sweden, Oil on Board, Modernist Landscape, 1960s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Åke Klingberg (1913-1990), Sweden. Oil on board. Modernist landscape, 1960s. The board measures: 40 x 31 cm. The frame measures: 8 cm. In excellent co...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations

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Other

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 Wall Decorations

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Ceramic, Stoneware, Clay

Midcentury Stoneware Wall Piece by Michael Schilkin, Arabia, Finland, 1940s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Beautiful stoneware wall piece by Michael Schilkin, depicting two swimming black swans. Reduced to essential forms and lines, it conveys a vibrant image of nature.
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1940s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations

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Stoneware

Colorful Glazed Ceramic Bird Figures by Konrad Galaaen, Norway, 1950s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Group of 4 glazed ceramic birds designed by Konrad Galaaen (1923-2004) for Porsgrund Porselænsfabrik, Norway. Typical strong colors and patc...
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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations

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Ceramic

Vintage Scandinavian Swedish Rya Carpet
Located in Dallas, TX
79011 Vintage Swedish Scandinavian Rya Rug Runner, 01'07 x 03'07. This charming vintage Swedish rya rug runner is a testament to the Scandinavian design ethos of marrying functionali...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations

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Wool

Oil Paint with Blue Shades by Hans Osswald, 1964
Located in Forest, BE
This must be one of Hans Osswald best works. We have several in our collection. The artwork is painted on a wood panel. Lots of texture, relief and movements. Some traces of time on the art work. Still very nice. Signed on bottom. Hans Osswald 1919-1983 Hans August Osswald (originally Andersson) was born on 29th August 1919 in Örebro. He was a Swedish painter and book illustrator. Osswald first exhibited at Louis...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations

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Reclaimed Wood

Geometrical plaster Wall Relief no. 1 by Torsten Treutiger, 1950s
Located in Hägersten, SE
Wall Relief by Swedish painter and sculptor Torsten Treutiger made from plaster. Made by the artist ca 1950-60s. Expressive piece with geometrical and organic shapes and patterns. Go...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations

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Plaster

Greta Skogster-Lehtinen - door curtain/wall textile - 1930`s
Located in Helsinki, FI
Greta Skogster-Lehtinen Life on the seabed Door curtain/wall textile, from the 1930s Size : 200 x 275 cm / 78,7 x 108,2 In Provenance : Made for the dinin...
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1930s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations

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Cotton

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 Wall Decorations

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Brass

Carl Einar Forseth (1892–1988) "ARCHITECT" painting on board, Sweden 1915
By Carl Einar Andreas Forseths
Located in New York, NY
"Arkitktur" is a mixed media painting on a panel by Swedish artist Carl Einar Andreas Forseth (1892–1988). It depicts a scene with three craftsmen (builders) in an arched structure w...
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Early 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations

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Gold Leaf

Rya Dania Taepper Abstract Bullseye in Blues Square
Located in Hanover, MA
SATURDAY SALE Deep dense 100% wool shag pile square rya rug produced in Denmark circa 1965 by Dania Taepper in an abstract collage of contrasting blues. Measures: 98" x 98" This vi...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations

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Wool

1980 Marimekko Promotional Poster
Located in Brooklyn, NY
As part of Marimekko's ongoing efforts to promote the brand worldwide, this piece is from a line of posters sent to distributors, press, and agents focused on the company's designs. ...
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Late 20th Century Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations

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Paper

Ego Stengods Mid Century Ceramic Wall Plaque of Blue Fish Sweden
Located in Lège Cap Ferret, FR
Blue fish embossed ceramic plate from the 1960s from the Ego Stengods workshops in Sweden. Very good condition.  
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations

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Ceramic

Wall Relief in Solid Pine, Ilmari Tapiovaara, 1958
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Wall relief, designed by Ilmari Tapiovaara, 1958. Originally a bench from the Lauttasaari church in Helsinki Finland, later made to be a relief. Pine wood. Metal bracket's on the bac...
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1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations

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Metal

Wall Shelves Model 112B-2, Alvar Aalto, Oy Huonekalu- ja Rakennustyötehdas Ab
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Set of two wall shelves model 112B-2 designed by Alvar Aalto, manufactured by Oy Huonekalu- ja Rakennustyötehdas Ab, 1930s. Birch. Good vintage condition, beautiful patina consistent...
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1930s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations

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Birch

Jørgen Høvelskov: Competition entries, two boards of sketches of furniture 1966
Located in London, GB
Two competition entries with sketches of various pieces of furniture. One named “skiftespor” - changing lanes. Made for the furniture competition in connection with the Copenhagen ca...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations

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Hardwood

Original Photo of furniture by Bruno Mathsson / Sweden - 1945
Located in Praha, CZ
- Czechoslovakia, 1952 - Museum of decorative Arts in Czech republic - suitable for framing - photographed by Illek and Paul jr
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1940s Czech Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations

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Paper

Huge 21.7" Sculptural Sun Wall Sconce Beige by Brangstrup, Danish Ceramic, 1970s
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Huge mid-century Danish ceramic wall sconce from Brangstrup Stentøj. Made ca. 1970s. The wall sconce is bowl shaped and has incised stri...
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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations

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Metal

Vintage Graphic Art by Kurt Ullberger, Sweden, 1969
Located in Karis, Nyland
Framed lithograph by Swedish artist Kurt Ullberger (1919 - 2008). Signed & numbered
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations

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Glass, Wood, Paper

Yellow Plastic Wall or Ceiling Panels from a 1970s Swiss Bank
Located in Little Burstead, Essex
We bought a large quantity of these very high quality cast plastic panels from a Swiss bank which was being totally refurbished. These panels were covering ...
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations

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Plastic

Bertil Vallien Unique and Monumental Wall Sculpture in Glass and Wood, 1966
Located in Skanninge, SE
A very important early work by Bertil Vallien b. 1938. Unique and monumental wall sculpture, hand painted and contour sawn wood. Made in Sweden 1966. One of a kind! The sculpture is depicting fishes in the water. It was commissioned by an optician in 1966. That is why the eyes are made of oval glass mirrors. They are also hiding the holes where you screw the sculpture to the wall. The sculpture would be great in a fish restaurant or in an indoor pool area. It will certainly make a statement wherever it will hang! A photograph depicting the artist in front of the sculpture is included (see image)! Fully signed and dated 1966 (see image). The sculpture is in 3 parts. The upper part is in one piece. The lower part is in 2 pieces. There are no problems hanging this on the wall. It is heavy but not that heavy. Measurements: The upper part, Lenght 226cm, height 68cm, 7cm deep. The lower part, Lenght 245cm, height 75cm, 7cm deep. As mounted as in the pictures: length 304cm, height 120cm. Total length if one put these pieces after one another, circa 475cm. You can put this sculpture on the wall with different combinations and variations. In 2017 Flint Institute of Arts in Michigan bought the "One million Dollar Boat". They paid one million dollars for the mixed media sculpture "Passage" made by Bertil Vallien. BERTIL VALLIEN EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCES 1963 - ongoing Freelance designer for Kosta Boda glassworks, Sweden 1963 - ongoing Independent artist/designer 1961-63 Studies in USA and Mexico 1961 University of Art and Design, Stockholm, Sweden PUBLIC COLLECTIONS (SELECTION) Victoria and Albert Museum, London, England Metropolitan Museum of Art, NY, USA HM de Young Museum, San Francisco, USA Yokohama Art Museum. San Francisco, USA Imagine Museum, FL, USA The State Hermitage museum, St. Petersburg, Russia Düsseldorf Museum of Fine Arts, Düsseldorf, Germany Museum of Arts and Design, NY, USA The Art Institute, Chicago, USA National Museum, Stockholm, Sweden VIDA Museum, Sweden, permanent wing Everson Museum, NY, USA Museum of Fine Art, Boston, USA National Museum of Art, Tokyo, Japan Microsoft Art Collection, Seattle, Wa, USA JB Speed Art Museum, Louisville, USA The Prescott Collection at Pacific First Centre, Seattle, USA Detroit Art Institute, Detroit Il, USA Yokohama Art Museum, Yokohama, Japan The Powerhouse Museum, Sydney, Australia Museum für Kunst und Gewerbe, Hamburg, Germany Mint Museum of Art and Design, Charlotte, NC, USA Dayton Art Institute, Dayton, Ohio, USA Museo del Vidrio, Monterrey, Mexico Musée des Art and Design, The Louvre, Paris, France The Montreal Museum of Fine Arts, Montreal, Canada Rockford Museum of Art, Rockford, IL, USA Microsoft Art Collection, Seattle, USA National Museum, Edinburgh, UK Flint Institute of Art, Flint, MI, USA AWARDS (SELECTED) Prince Eugen´s medal for outstanding achievement in art, conferred by the King of Sweden (1998) Gold medal, Royal Academy of Science, Stockholm, Sweden (2005) GAS Visionary Award (2020) Honorary doctorate, Växjö University, Sweden (2002) Artist of the future Award, Imagine Museum, FL, USA (2020) Visionaries Award, Museum of Arts and Design, NY, USA (2001) Medal for exhibition “Nine Rooms” at the 13th Biennale in Venice given by Instituto Veneto di Scienze ed Arti (2012) Young American award, Museum of Arts and Design, NY, USA (1961) Award in recognition of the promotion of Glass Art in the world, Museo del Vidrio Monterey, Mexico (2004) The Libensky Award, Seattle, WA, USA (2008) The Wilson Award, GAS, New Orleans, USA (2005) Urban Glass Award for >>Outstanding Achievement in Glass<< NY, USA (1998) Zweiter Coburger Glaspreis, Coburg, Germany (1985) BIBLIOGRAPHY (SELECTION) 2020 Ytspänning, Galleri Glas, Stockholm, Sweden 2020 Drawings, Ceramics, Glass, Staffan Bengtsson, Kosta förlag, Sweden 2012 Bertil Vallien, Nine Rooms, Publisher Marsilio, Italy 2008 Staven, Gunnar Lindqvist, Kamras/ Kamras förlag 2007 Transperent Bounaries, Ulla-Britt Edberg, Carlsson Bokförlag, Stockholm 2006 Vallien, Gunnar Lindquist, Carlsson Bokförlag, Stockholm 2002 Somna Vakna, Matthew Kangas, University of Washington Press, London 2002 Fiat Lux, Johan Unger Gunnar Lindquist, Carlsson Bokförlag 1998 Glass eats light, Gunnar Lindquist, Carlsson Bokförlag 1997 Headbook, Niclas Rådström, Publisher, Kamras/Kamras 1995 Anod, Peter Nilsson, Nordstedts förlag, Sweden 1990 Bertil Vallien, Gunnar Lindqvist, Carlson Bokförlag 1983 Sandcast, Ulf Thomas Moberg, Moberg Publisher EXHIBITIONS (SELECTION) 2020 Ytspänning, Galleri Glas, Stockholm, Sweden 2020 Vida Museum, Öland, Sweden 2019 Habatat gallery, Detroit, USA 2019 Schantz Gallery, Stockbridge-MA, USA 2018 Leger Gallery, Malmö, Sweden 2017 Gallery Schantz, Stockbridge, MA, USA 2017 Art Miami, Schantz gallery, Miami FL, USA 2017 Spritmuseet, Stockholm, Sweden 2016 Hawk Gallery, Columbus. OH, USA. 2016 Galleri Thomassen, Göteborg, Sweden 2016 Millesgården, Stockholm, Glasstress, Sweden 2016 Edsvik Konsthall, Edsvik, Sweden 2016 SOFA, Navy pier Chicago IL- USA 2015 Galleri Berengo, Muranoi, Italien 2014 Palazzo Guinigi, Lucca, Italien 2013 Gallerie Azur, Spa, Belgien 2011 Marina Barovier Galleria, Venedig, Italien 2011 Hawk Galleries, Columbus, OH, USA 2009 Imago Gallery, Palm Springs. CA. USA 2008 Etienne gallery.Oisterwijk, The Netherlands 2007 Heller Gallery, NYC, USA 2007 Rockford Art Museum, Rockford, Il, USA 2006 Prince Eugen´s Waldermarsudde, Stockholm, Sweden 2005 Landkrona Konsthall, Landskrona, Sweden 2005 Röhsska Museet, Gothenburg, Sweden 2004 Museo del Vidrio, Monterrey, Mexico 2003 Rockford Art Museum, IL, USA 2003 Glass Museum, International Centre for Contemporary Art, Tacoma, USA 2002 Cellier de Clairvaux, Dijon, France 2002 >>In Transit<< Gävle Museum 2002 Eremitaget, St. Petersburg, Ryssland 2002 The state Hermitage Museum, St. Petersburg, Russia 2002 Konstindustrimuseet, Oslo, Norway 2001 Riihiimäki Museum, Finland 2000 Traver gallery, Seattle, WA, USA 1999 Museum of Contemporary Art, Warsaw, Poland 1999 Eretz Israel Museum, Tel Aviv, Israel 1998 Traver Gallery, Seattle, WA, USA 1998 The Bullseye Gallery Portland, OR, USA 1998 Museum of History, Stockholm, Sweden 1997 Museum of Arts, Indianapolis, USA 1997 Museum of Arts and Design, NY, USA 1969 Palazzo Ducale, Venice, Italy PERFORMANCE 2012,18,19, 20 Rainshower, Kosta glassworks, Sweden 2007 Diamonds and Ashes, Music: Tomidas, Midnight session at Åfors glass...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations

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Glass, Wood

Stig Lindberg - Tile - Gustavsberg - 1960
Located in MAASTRICHT, LI
Product Description: Stig Lindberg's work is famous for its fantasy-rich displays. There exist quite a lot of big tiles from his hand, this particular one is rather rare and cannot ...
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Crazy Christmas Cat Wall Plaque by Tue Poulsen, 1970s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
The stoneware crazy cat Christmas wall plaque was designed and made by Tue Poulsen in Denmark in 1979. This is number 437 of af limited run of 500. Measu...
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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations

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Stoneware

FRAMA Contemporary Design Aluminum Rivet Wall Shelf Small
Located in Copenhagen, DK
he Rivet Shelf explores basic storing facets within one shape while functioning as a storage and display platform. The Rivet design is a symbiosis be...
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2010s Lithuanian Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations

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Aluminum

Swedish Wooden Hook, circa 1880s
Located in Farsta, SE
Swedish Wooden Hook, circa 1880s Most likely used for hanging hay and has a beautiful smooth patina. Made out of pine wood. Heigth: 33 cm/12.9 inch Depth: 5 cm/1.9 inch Width: 14....
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1880s Swedish Antique Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations

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Iron

Hans J. Wegner Large Wall Shelf in Pinewood Made at Ry Mobler Denmark, 1954
Located in Odense, DK
Rare Hans J. Wegner wall shelf made at Ry Mobler in Denmark in the 1954. Rare and early edition in pinewood. Stamped on the back with manufacturers logo and dated "September 1, 1954"...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations

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Pine

Original Photo of Furniture/Interior by Alvar Aalto, Marcel Breuer, 1937
Located in Praha, CZ
- Czechoslovakia - Museum of decorative arts in Prague - suitable for framing - photographed by Illek and Paul jr.
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1930s Czech Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations

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Paper

Wool Rug by Leena-Kaisa Halme
By Leena-Kaisa Halme
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A wool rug woven and hand-knotted in shades of red, orange, blue and black.
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1960s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations

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Wool

Birger Kaipiainen, Unique Piece, Wall Plate, Arabia, 1940s
Located in MAASTRICHT, LI
Product Description: The Birger Kaipianen wall plate on offer is a unique and rare piece made in his early period. Birger Kaipiainen was designer who worked on the design "Palatissi...
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations

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Earthenware, Ceramic

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