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
- Emerged in the 1930s
- Scandinavian design and Nordic design originated primarily in Denmark, Sweden, Finland, Iceland and Norway
- Introduced in the United States in mid-20th century
- Informed by the Bauhaus; 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
Scandinavian Modern Wall Plaque by Heljä Liukko-Sundström for Arabia -1988
Located in Örebro, SE
Scandinavian Modern wall plaque in original box, by Heljä Liukko-Sundström for Arabia -1988.
Text on the back of the original box: "This ceramic painting is made in the atelier secti...
Category
1980s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Ceramic
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...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
$712 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage Graphic Art by Gösta Lindqvist, Sweden
Located in Karis, Nyland
Framed lithograph by Swedish artist Gösta Lindqvist (1928 - 2022).
Signed & numbered
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Glass, Wood, Paper
$908 Sale Price
20% Off
1970s 25th Anniversary Marimekko Poster
By Marimekko
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 to celebrate the 25th anniversary ...
Category
Late 20th Century Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
"Seston" ink on paper painting by Lennart Rodhe, Sweden 1961
By Lennart Rodhe
Located in Hägersten, SE
Original drawing, ink on papper "Seston" by Lennart Rodhe. Made in 1961 with monogram signature and dedication "To Chr from your friend Lennart". The "Seston" painting was inspired b...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Lars Sjöström, Surreal Picture, Color Lithography, 1970s, Framed
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
Lars Sjöström, Surrealist painting, 1970s
Color lithography
Number 193/260
Work signed by the artist and has individual number (pencil)
Work dimensions 70/78
Framed work
Lars Sjöstr...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
$903 Sale Price
20% Off
Flat-Weave Carpet, Sweden, 1950s Wall Hanging Tapestery
Located in Antwerp, BE
Sweden designed 1950s wool woven wall hanging tapestry.
Vintage wool tapestry featuring an ombré stripe in black, brown, yellow and cream.
Very...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Wool
$920 Sale Price
30% Off
Large Vintage Mid Century Kreis Verner Panton Textile 4'1" x 8'6"
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Scandinavian Verner Panton “Checkers II” Textile, Country Of Origin: Scandinavia, Circa Date: Mid 20th Century
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Other
Vintage Scandinavian Verner Panton “Quadrat” Textile 3'9" x 8'6"
Located in New York, NY
A Quintessential Mid Century Modern Vintage Green Color Verner Panton “Quadrat” Textile, Country of Origin: Scandinavian, Circa Date: Mid 20th Century
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Other
1970s 25th Anniversary Marimekko Poster with Annika Piha
By Marimekko
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 to celebrate the 25th anniversary ...
Category
Late 20th Century Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Ole Folmer Hansen, Composition, Serigraph, 1998, Framed
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
Ole Folmer Hansen, Composition, 1998
Color serigraphy
E.A. number
The work is dated, signed by the artist and individually numbered (pencil)
Work dimensions 25/23
Framed
Ole Folmer ...
Category
1990s Danish Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
$808 Sale Price
20% Off
Sixteen Birch Wall Panels Model "Ply", Jouko Kärkkäinen, Late 20th Century
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Wall panels model "Ply", (16 pieces sold separately) designed by Jouko Kärkkäinen, manufactured by HKT Korhonen Oy, Late 20th Century. Delicate birch veneer. Marked. Beautiful design...
Category
Late 20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Birch
Irma Yourstone for Upsala-Ekeby, Wall Plaque in Glazed Stoneware, 1960s
Located in København, Copenhagen
Irma Yourstone for Upsala-Ekeby. Wall plaque in glazed stoneware. 1960s.
Measures: 32 x 29 cm.
In excellent condition.
Stamped.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Stoneware
1970s 25th Anniversary Marimekko Poster with Fujiwo Ishimoto
By Marimekko
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 to celebrate the 25th anniversary ...
Category
Late 20th Century Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Scandinavian Modern Wall Plaque by Heljä Liukko-Sundström for Arabia -1988
Located in Örebro, SE
Scandinavian Modern wall plaque in original box, by Heljä Liukko-Sundström for Arabia -1988.
Text on the back of the original box: "This ceramic painting is made in the atelier secti...
Category
1980s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Ceramic
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...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
$712 Sale Price
20% Off
Bertil Carlsson, Sweden, Modernist Landscape, Oil on Board, Dated 1964
Located in København, Copenhagen
Bertil Carlsson, Sweden. Modernist landscape. Oil on board. Dated 1964.
The board measures: 37 x 27 cm.
The frame measures: 3 cm.
Signed.
In excellent condition.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Other
Adams Shelf Brackets, Gray
Located in Cincinnati, US
Simple yet elegant hairpin shelf bracket design that blends with both contemporary or rustic styles and it’s versatile to fit any room of the house. Mad...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Steel
$104 / set
Ivy Lysdal, Danish Ceramist and Painter, Unique Wall Relief in Ceramics
Located in København, Copenhagen
Ivy Lysdal, b. 1937. Danish ceramist and painter.
Unique wall relief in ceramics from 1972. Abstract motif.
Plate measures: 26 x 23 cm. Relief measures: 20 x 16 cm.
In very good c...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations
$320 Sale Price
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Gösta Fougstedt, Sweden, Oil on Canvas, Modernist Composition, 1965
Located in København, Copenhagen
Gösta Fougstedt (1906-1975), Sweden. Oil on canvas. Modernist composition. Dated 1965.
The canvas measures: 81 x 54 cm.
The frame measures: 0.5 cm.
In excellent condition.
Signed.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Canvas
Børge Mogensen - Framed Photograph G, 1960
Located in Los Angeles, CA
wonderful framed photograph depicting Børge Mogensen's house at Soløsevej in Gentofte, Denmark. Picture frame by Børge Mogensen in solid oregon pine with brass corner details made in...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Wood, Paper
Vintage Scandinavian Tapestry Rug by Eevahenna Aalto. 3' 5" x 4' 6"
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Norwegian Tapestry Rug by Eevahenna Aalto, Country Of Origin: Norway, Circa date: Mid 20th Century. Size: 3 ft 5 in x 4 ft 6 in (1.0...
Category
1950s Norwegian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Wool
Børge Mogensen - Framed Photograph B, 1960
Located in Los Angeles, CA
wonderful framed photograph depicting Børge Mogensen's house at Soløsevej in Gentofte, Denmark. Picture frame by Børge Mogensen in solid oregon pine with brass corner details made in...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Wood, Paper
Bertil Lundberg, Bukett, Etching, 1980, Framed
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
Bertil Lundberg, Bukett, 1980
Etching
Number 26/60
The work is signed by the artist, date, title and individual number (pencil)
Work dimensions 50/43
The work is framed
Claus Bertil...
Category
1980s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
$1,429 Sale Price
20% Off
Jan-Harry Persson, Self Portrait
Located in New York, NY
Jan-Harry Persson. Self-portrait
Graphic sheet dimension: 12 x 12.5 cm.
Provenance: Arne Lindqvist's collection of artist self-portraits which included this one by Jan Harry Persson,...
Category
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations
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...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
$951 Sale Price
20% Off
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...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Stoneware
Danish Landscape Lithograph Art
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Danish lithograph print in gilded frame, circa 1950's. A beautiful LARGE scale picturesque village river scene, signed by the artist. A stunning Sca...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Danish Artist Johannes Obel (1932) Abstract Oilpainting 1960s.
Located in Handewitt, DE
Fine abstract oilpainting by the Danish artist Johannes Obel. Oil on canvas and framed. Signed „Johs. Obel“ Born 1932 and friend of the famous danish cabinetmaker Frits Henningsen. ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Paint
Margareta Treutiger, Watercolor, 1977
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
Margareta Treutiger, 1977
Watercolor
The work is signed by the artist's monogram and date
Work dimensions 38/45
Unframed work
Ebba Margareta Treutiger (1930-2021). She was a Swedish...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
$683 Sale Price
20% Off
Frideborg Bryth, Gouache, 1961, Framed
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
Frideborg Bryth, 1961
Gouache
Work signed by the artist
Dimensions 37/39
Framed work
Frideborg Bryth (1910 - 2007). She was born in Huskvarna. She was married to the artist Lennart ...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
$693 Sale Price
20% Off
Børge Mogensen - Framed Photograph A, 1960
Located in Los Angeles, CA
wonderful framed photograph depicting Børge Mogensen's house at Soløsevej in Gentofte, Denmark. Picture frame by Børge Mogensen in solid oregon pine with brass corner details made in...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Wood, Paper
Børge Mogensen - Framed Photograph F, 1960
Located in Los Angeles, CA
wonderful framed photograph depicting Børge Mogensen's house at Soløsevej in Gentofte, Denmark. Picture frame by Børge Mogensen in solid oregon pine with brass corner details made in...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Wood, Paper
Oil painting by Ib Geertsen, 1959
By Ib Geertsen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Oil painting by Ib Geertsen, 1959
Additional Information:
Style: Mid century, Scandinavian
Dimensions (W x H): 51.5 x 66.5 cm
Condition: Good vintage condition
Category
20th Century Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Canvas, Pine
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...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Linen
$4,591 Sale Price
20% Off
Gudmund Olsen: “Trois Bateaux”. 1952. Oil on canvas. 97x146cm
Located in London, GB
Gudmund Olsen: “Trois Bateaux”. Signed on the reverse Gudmund Olsen, Nice 1952, Nr. II. Oil on canvas.
Provenance: Kunsthallen auction no. 468, cat. no. 201, June 1996.
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Canvas
1960s Jointed Wood Monkey on Exercise Rope Style Bojesen Denmark
By Kay Bojesen
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1960s Hanging Toy Wood Monkey Figure articulating joints Red Plastic Balance
Unsigned.
In the manner of Kay Bojesen Denmark
7 H x 2.5 W x 1 D Monkey is 3.75 tall
Original Unrestor...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Plastic, Wood
Roland Alf Painting
By Roland Alf
Located in Long Island City, NY
Roland Alf (1929-2020): Model by the window, signed and dated alf 2011, oil on canvas.
Approx. 64.5x53.5 cm ( 25" x 21" ). Unframed.
History:
Roland Alf was born in 1929 in Hö...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Canvas
$2,400 Sale Price
20% Off
Åke Holm, Biblical Theme, Linocut, 1970s, Framed
By Ake Holm
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
Åke Holm, Biblical motif, 1970s
Linocut
Number 93/250
The work is signed by the artist and individually numbered (pencil)
Work dimensions 32/27
The work is framed
Åke Holm (1900-198...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
$750 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage Mid Century Modern Scandinavian Verner Panton Kreis Textile 3'11" x 8'9"
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Scandinavian Verner Panton “Kreis” Textile, Country Of Origin: Scandinavia, Circa Date: Mid 20th Century
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Other
Mid Century Modern Vintage Green Verner Panton “Quadrat” Textile 3'10" x 8'9"
Located in New York, NY
A Quintessential Mid Century Modern Vintage Green Color Verner Panton “Quadrat” Textile, Country of Origin: Scandinavian, Circa Date: Mid 20th Century
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Other
Lennart Lilja, Oil on Canvas, Framed
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
Lennart Lilja
Oil on canvas
Work signed by the artist
Dimensions 62/77
Framed work
Lennart Lilja (1924-2008). He was a Swedish artist. Student of Isaac Gründewald and Otte Sköld. In...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Canvas
$760 Sale Price
20% Off
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...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Stoneware
Wall Mount Teak Cabinet by Hans J. Wegner for Johannes Hansen, 1952
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A teak wall mount credenza / cabinet with two sliding doors and four drawers. Designed by Hans Wegner, made by Johannes Hansen, Denmark, 1952.
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Steel
Walter Bengtsson, Color Woodcut, 1970s, Framed
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
Walter Bengtsson, 1970
Color woodcut
Number 4/50
The work signed by the artist's signature, has title, date and an individual number (pencil)
Work dim...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
$951 Sale Price
20% Off
Alvar Aalto Exhibition Artek poster 'seven buildings' 1998 Finnish Design
Located in WIJCKEL, NL
Here is a very rare and desirable vintage exhibition poster from the Finnish Designer Alvar Aalto. The image presented a drawing detail of a stool by Alvar Aalto for the exhibition '...
Category
1990s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Vintage Scandinavian Verner Panton “Kreis” Textile 3'10" x 8'8"
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Scandinavian Verner Panton “Kreis” Textile, Country Of Origin: Scandinavia, Circa Date: Mid 20th Century
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Other
High Pile Wool Wall Hanging, Sweden 1960s
Located in Rīga, LV
Vintage novelty high pile wool wall decor. It may be used as a carpet.
Additional information:
Origin: Sweden
Period: 1960s
Dimensions: W 100 cm x D 160-190 cm
Condition: Good vinta...
Category
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Wool
Gouache Painting "Skuggor" by Tore Nyberg, Sweden, 1950
By Tore Nyberg
Located in Hägersten, SE
Painting by Swedish artist Tore Nyberg. Gouache on paper titled "Skuggor" made in 1950. Signed and dated. Very good condition with sign of age related wear.
Tore Nyberg, 1911-1993...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Paint
Dorothy Clough for Upsala-Ekeby. Wall relief in ceramic with motif of horses
Located in København, Copenhagen
Pre-owned goods are exempt from import duties for U.S. customers.
Therefore, no import tariffs will be applicable to your purchase.
Dorothy Clough for Upsala-Ekeby, Sweden.
Wall re...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Ceramic
Large Ceramic Wall Plaque/Dish by Jeppe Hagedorn-Olsen, Denmark, 1960s
Located in Balen, BE
Large Ceramic Wall Plaque / Decorative Dish by Jeppe Hagedorn-Olsen – Denmark, 1960s
This striking large ceramic abstract art piece by Danish artist Jeppe Hagedorn-Olsen from the 19...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Ceramic
Hans Øllgaard, Oil on Canvas, Modernist Danish Summer Landscape
Located in København, Copenhagen
Hans Øllgaard (b. 1911, d. 1969). Oil on canvas. Modernist Danish summer landscape with haystacks. Dated 1968.
Signed.
In very good condition.
Measure...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Canvas
Piet Hein - Wall plate - Royal Copenhagen - 1959
Located in MAASTRICHT, LI
Product Description:
Piet Hein was a polymath from Copenhagen, he was a mathmatician, poet, designer, writer and inventor. During the second world war he joined the resistance in D...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Faience, Ceramic
Vintage Rare Scandinavian Craft Geometric Trivets by Kaija Aarikka
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Large 11 1/4 x 6 in.
Medium 7 1/4 x 7 1/4 in.
Small 5 3/8 x 5 3/8 in.
An ingenious and unusual wooden and metal wire rod trivet from the Finnish designer Kaija Aarikka. The Aarikka design house is over 50 years old, started in 1954 by Kaija Aarikka who, as a textile design student, was unable to find suitably attractive buttons for a suit she had created for a final assignment. She decided to carve her own - and was surprised that her five buttons turned out to be the star of the day. That same year she and her husband founded their company, called Aarikka Oy, and opened their first sales outlet in Helsinki. In the ensuing years the company has focused on creating unique decorative and household designs showcasing local Finnish materials - which entails quite a bit of birch wood. The wooden circles are echoed by the circular wire loops at the end of each row of rings. The construction allows it to be slightly flexible but quite sturdy, while the open loops allow air to circulate under the pot. The wires can be rotated. The Aarikka Finland...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Steel
$540 Sale Price / set
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Painting "C" by Lars Erik Falk, Sweden, 1987
Located in Stockholm, SE
Painting “C” by Lars Erik Falk, oil on panel. Graphic color blocks and lines, tilted at Falk’s signature 73 degrees.
Lars Erik Falk (1922-1918) was one of Sweden’s foremost constr...
Category
1980s Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Wood
Börje Skogh for Gustavsberg, Sweden. Unique stoneware wall plaque.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Börje Skogh for Gustavsberg, Sweden. Unique stoneware wall plaque.
Abstract motif.
With wall mounting.
1970s.
Signed.
In perfect condition.
Dimensions: Width 30.7 cm x Height 19.5 - ...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Stoneware
Color Lithograph by Jörgen Fogelqvist, Composition with figures, 1977
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
Jörgen Fogelqvist, Composition with figures, 1977
Color lithography
The work is dated and signed by the artist (pencil)
Work dimensions 90/62
Unframed work
Jörgen Birger Roland Foge...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
$951 Sale Price
20% Off
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...
Category
1980s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Oak, Paint, Paper
Gold Mosaic Bird and Floral Design
Located in Stockholm, SE
Gold and multicolored wall hanging mosaic artwork with an archaically inspired design. In the lower center, a vase, flanked by a white bird on each side. A floral and leaves design g...
Category
1930s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Stone
Einar Person, Sweden, Oil on Canvas, Abstract Composition, 1960's
Located in København, Copenhagen
Einar Person (1918-2006), Sweden. Oil on canvas. Abstract composition. 1960's.
The canvas measures: 40 x 32 cm.
The frame measures: 6 cm.
In excellent condition.
Signed.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Canvas
Scandinavian Modern wall decorations for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Scandinavian Modern wall decorations 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 decorations created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include wall decorations, rugs and carpets, case pieces and storage cabinets and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with fabric, wood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Scandinavian Modern wall decorations 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 decorations, popular names associated with this style include Märta Måås-Fjetterström, Jan Loman, Peter Astrom, and Lyon Beton. 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 decorations differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $16 and tops out at $95,000 while the average work can sell for $1,030.