Mid 20th Century Scandinavian Ceramics
to
235
2,026
743
2,823
1
2,358
342
20
5
3
2
1
1
1
2,822
1
8
2,630
71
1
1
8
24
83
87
15
3
1
1,536
639
471
357
268
2,633
2,372
1,429
861
136
2,821
2,821
2,821
343
236
222
164
116
Sort By
Swedish Vase by Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand ca 1950s
By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund
Located in Farsta, SE
prominent figure in the Scandinavian design and ceramics scene during the 20th century.
Gunnar Nylund is
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Wilhelm Kåge Green
Brown Stoneware Dish, Bowl, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1950s
By Wilhelm Kage, Gustavsberg
Located in Stockholm, Stockholms län
produced in Sweden during the 20th century.
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Stoneware
Decorative Ceramic by Gunnar Nylund, 1940s
By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund
Located in Stockholm, Stockholms län
structural integrity. This piece is a testament to the enduring quality of Scandinavian design.
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Stoneware
Danish Mid-Century Ceramic Pitcher, Marianne Starck for Andersen and Sons
Located in Queens, NY
Danish Mid-Century Ceramic Pitcher with a large handle and decorated wtih 5 bulls, Marianne Starck
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Pitchers
Materials
Ceramic
Danish Mid-Century Ceramic Pitcher, Marianne Starck for Andersen and Sons
Located in Queens, NY
Danish Mid-Century Ceramic Pitcher with a large handle and decorated wtih 5 bulls, Marianne Starck
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Pitchers
Materials
Ceramic
White stoneware vase by Carl-Harry Stålhane for Rörstrand, Sweden, 1960s
By Rörstrand, Carl-Harry Stålhane
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
.
Suits perfectly with other Scandinavian Modern items from this period.
Rare model with sought after
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Stoneware
White stoneware vase by Carl-Harry Stålhane for Rörstrand, Sweden, 1960s
By Rörstrand, Carl-Harry Stålhane
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
.
Suits perfectly with other Scandinavian Modern items from this period.
Rare model with sought after
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Stoneware
Dish By Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand
By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund
Located in Kastrup, DK
This striking stoneware dish was designed by Gunnar Nylund (1904–1997) for the renowned Swedish manufacturer Rörstrand in the 1960s.
The dish is executed in a vivid azure blue glaze,...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Extraordinaire Swedish Floor Vase "Palma" by Hjördis Oldfors, circa 1950
By Hjordis Oldfors
Located in Farsta, SE
number 5134, stands as a unique testament to her innovative mid-century ceramic designs.
Height: 52.5 cm
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Clay
Vintage Gunnar Nylund Rörstrand Stoneware Vase with Speckled Blue–Ochre Glaze
By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund
Located in Stockholm, SE
A vase with a lovely speckled glaze designed by Gunnar Nylund at Rörstrand. It is 16 cm high and in very good condition, it is marked as 2nd quality.
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Danish Mid-Century Modern Shark Shaped Bottle Opener
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Scandinavian modern oak and brass fish shaped bottle opener. Danish Arts and Crafts bottle opener
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Modern Barware
Materials
Brass
Gazelle by Frigast Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 71 pc Mid-Century Modern
By Frigast
Located in Big Bend, WI
Scarce Mid-Century Scandinavian Modern "Gazelle" by Frigast (Denmark) sterling silver Flatware set
Category
20th Century Danish Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Carl-Harry Stålhane, blue hares fur glazed vase, Rörstrand, 1950s
By Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand
Located in Uppsala, SE
Small vase designed by Carl Harry Stålhane for his long time collaborator Rörstrand in the 1950s. It has a very nice hares fur glaze in different blue hues. Marked at the bottom: R S...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Stoneware
Mid Century Danish Modern Teak Tray designed by Jens Quistgaard for Dansk
By Dansk, Jens Quistgaard
Located in New York, NY
Exquisite Mid Century Danish Modern tray, designed by Jens Quistgaard for Dansk. Constructed of
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Platters and Serveware
Materials
Teak
Arne Jacobsen for Stelton Mid-Century Modern Cocktail Shaker and Stir Spoon
By Stelton
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
American Institute of Interior Designers. Cylinda-line, consisting of 20 pieces, is represented in museum
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Barware
Materials
Aluminum
Swedish Modern White Surrea Stoneware Vase, 1940s
By Wilhelm Kage
Located in Uccle, BE
dedicated to advertising and the production of posters, but his best known work was in ceramics, begun when
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Stoneware
Rare Vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand, Sweden, 1950s
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in Farsta, SE
Rare Vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand, Sweden, 1950s
The vase is marked as 1st quality and is in excellent condition.
Heigth: 19 cm/7.4 inch
Diameter: 8 cm/3.1 inch
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Swedish Ceramic Tray by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand, 1940s
By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund
Located in Stockholm, Stockholms län
influential and prolific Swedish ceramics designer from the Modern era. The piece will mix greatly with works
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Brutalist Chamotte Ceramic Vase by Inger Persson for Rörstrand, 1960s
By rorstrand studio, Inger Persson
Located in Stockholm, Stockholms län
Rare and tall studio vase by Inger Persson, manufactured at Rörstrand in Sweden during the 1960s. Made from unglazed chamotte stoneware.
Signed on the bottom.
OBS: an insignificant...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Stoneware
HOLIDAY GIFT - Mid-Century Modern Crystal Glass Decanter with Teardrop Stopper
Located in Bochum, NRW
. Crafted in the mid-20th century, its trapezoidal silhouette and smooth, architectural lines evoke the
Category
Mid-20th Century Barware
Materials
Crystal
Bowl Designed by Raija Uosikkinen For Arabia, Finland, Sotka Pattern
By Raija Uosikkinen
Located in Doraville, GA
A scandinavian modern bowl in the Sotka pattern from Arabia, Finland. The bowl was designed by
Category
Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Porcelain
Rare midcentury ceramic
Japanskan
by Lisa Larson, Gustavsberg, Sweden
By Gustavsberg
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Big stoneware figurine named 'Japanskan' by Lisa Larson, produced by Gustavsberg, Sweden, between 1958 and 1973.
Beautiful blue glaze.
Makers mark on bottom.
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Stoneware
Unique Royal Copenhagen Ceramic Bowl by Nils Thorsson
Located in København, Copenhagen
Unique Royal Copenhagen ceramic bowl by Nils Thorsson.
Beautiful bowl of high quality.
Size: 9.5 x 7 cm.
In perfect condition. 1st. factory quality.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Swedish Modern Wilhelm Kage, Surrea vase, 1940
s
By Wilhelm Kage
Located in Uccle, BE
Wilhelm Kåge was a renowned Swedish ceramist, recognized for his major contribution to the art of pottery.
His piece “Surrea Two Staggered Half Vase”, embodies his innovative approa...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Stoneware
Bengt Orup Mid Century Art Glass Tumbler Sweden Johansfors Glasses Strikt Series
By Johansfors Glasbruk , Bengt Orup
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Bengt Orup Mid Century Art Glass Tumbler Sweden Johansfors Art Glass Bengt Orup Artist.
Bengt Orup
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Barware
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass
Stig Lindberg, Gustavsberg, "Domino" Pair of Vases in Ceramic, 1950-1960s
By Stig Lindberg
Located in København, Copenhagen
Stig Lindberg, Gustavsberg, "Domino" pair of vases in ceramic,
1950-1960s.
Measures: 6.5 cm, diameter: 5.5 cm.
Stamped.
In perfect condition.
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Unique Ceramic Bowl by Per Hammarström, Sweden 1980 Signed Per.H
By Per Hammarström
Located in Paris, FR
Unique stoneware bowl by Per Hammarström, Sweden 1980 Signed Per.H under the base.
Hand made by the artist in the 80s with bright turquoise colour an yellow.
Good condition.
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Small Blue Ceramic Platter / Ashtray by Carl-Harry Stålhane, Sweden 1960s
By Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand
Located in Barcelona, ES
Square blue glazed platter / ashtray with rounded corners, designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane for Rörstrand, Sweden 1960s. Subtle circular lines, deep blue glaze.
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Danish Modern Tea Coffee Set Model Ruska, by Ulla Procope for Arabia, 1970s
By Ulla Procope, Arabia of Finland
Located in San Diego, CA
and a sugar & creamer. 2 desssert plates and 2 cereal bowls
This Mid Century Tea Set is part of the
Category
20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Narrow long necked vase in yellow glaze by Eva Stæhr Nielsen for Saxbo, Denmark
By Saxbo, Eva Stæhr Nielsen
Located in København K, 84
In the context of Danish ceramic art of the 1950s, this vase occupies a special place, representing not only the pinnacle of Eva Stæhr Nielsen's artistic prowess but also serving as ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
A set of four brutalist ceramic Vases by Rolf Palm, Sweden ca 1970s
Located in Farsta, SE
coloration make them just lovely.
Rolf Palm was one of Swedens leading ceramicist of the 20th century.
He
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Terracotta, White Ceramic Floor Vase by Anna-Lisa Thomson, Sweden
By Anna-Lisa Thomson, Upsala Ekeby
Located in Stockholm, Stockholms län
Large Swedish ceramic floor vase designed by Anna-Lisa Thomson.
Manufactured by Upsala-Ekeby in Uppsala, Sweden circa 1940s.
The vase is made from glazed earthenware with a hand draw...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic, Earthenware
Teapot, "Lilja" "Lilly", Bo Fajans, Sweden, 1940s, Mid-Century Modern Vintage
By Bo Fajans
Located in Stockholm, SE
A stunning teapot designed at Bo Fajans in Gefle, Sweden and of the model "Lilly" that is super rare to find today. The teapot is 15.5 cm (6.2") high and about 23,5 cm (9.4") long. I...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Tea Sets
Materials
Porcelain
$274 Sale Price
20% Off
Ulla Procopé for Arabia Rosmarin Tea Service for 4
Teapot, 1960s
By Ulla Procope, Arabia of Finland
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
production until mid 1970s. The designs are hand painted on the same “S” model forms as was Ruska, Anemone
Category
Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery, Stoneware
Rare Egg-shell Mimosa White Vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand, Sweden, 1950s
By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund
Located in Farsta, SE
Rare Egg-shell Mimosa White Vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand, Sweden, 1950s
Beautiful shaped vase, model AUS.
The vase is marked as 1st quality and is in good condition.
Heigth...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Inger Waage for Stavangerflint Norway Sera Teapot, Scandinavian Modern 1960s
By Inger Waage, Stavangerflint
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Oslo to study ceramics. After graduation in 1946, she moved back to Stavanger and started her own
Category
Mid-20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Tea Sets
Materials
Stoneware, Ceramic, Pottery
Blue Bowl Carl-Harry Stålhane Rörstrand - Scandinavian Mid 20th century
By Rörstrand, Carl-Harry Stålhane
Located in Stockholm, SE
Mid century Scandinavian Ceramics. He was the artistic director of Rörstrand from 1950 until 1973. His
Category
Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Ceramic
Large Unique Kähler Stoneware Dish
By Herman A. Kahler Keramik, Nils Kähler
Located in Kastrup, DK
Large rare Kähler stoneware dish (78 x 11). The dish was originally a gift for one of Niels Kähler's friends.
Because of it's size there is a crack in the dish caused by the combust...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Anna Lisa Thomson Upsala Ekeby Large Spectra Ceramic Fish Dish Sweden
By Anna-Lisa Thomson, Upsala Ekeby
Located in Lège Cap Ferret, FR
Magnificent dish by Anna-Lisa Thomson for Upsala Ekeby Sweden from the 1960s.
The dish is in sandstone, the fish enamelled which gives a very nice contrast.
The overseas blue tone...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Stoneware
Ulla Procopé for Arabia Rosmarin Serving Platter and Bowl, 1960s
By Ulla Procope, Arabia of Finland
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
was in production until mid 1970s. The designs are hand painted on the same “S” model forms as was
Category
Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery, Stoneware
Set of 4 Glasses in Scandinavian Modern Style, Fish Decor Engraved with Gold
By Johansfors Glasbruk , Bengt Orup
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
vegetation, with applied gold accents and gold rim. The decor is similar to Scandinavian Modern designs of
Category
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Barware
Materials
Gold
Ceramic Plate by Mogens Andersen
Located in Kastrup, DK
Mogens Andersen 1916-2003
A unique circular porcelain plate / dish made from ceramic and features an abstract blue-black paint-job.
Signed and dated Mogens Andersen 4 · I · 66
B...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Glazed stoneware bowl By Axel Salto
By Axel Salto
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Glazed stoneware bowl in butterfly wing glaze. Signed.
Manufactered by Royal Copenhagen
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Annikki Hovisaari for Arabia Finland Large Decorative Ceramic Wall Plaque
By Arabia of Finland, Annikki Hovisaari, Arabia
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Hovisaari (1918-2004) was one of Finland’s leading ceramic artists in the 20th century. She graduated from
Category
Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery, Stoneware
Georg Jensen Wave Bowl Stainless Steel Denmark Scandinavian Modern
By Georg Jensen
Located in Miami, FL
Original Georg Jensen wave serving bowl in mirrored stainless steel, Mid-Century Modern made in
Category
Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Serving Bowls
Materials
Stainless Steel
Danish Modern Nils Thorssen Decorative Dish
By Nils Thorsson
Located in Minneapolis, MN
This decorative ceramic was created by Nils Thorssen for Royal Copenhagen. Earthy tones of golden brown and muted blue compose this 'Baca' or circular abstract pattern, which is embe...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Faience
Mid Century Danish Modern Teak Ice Bucket by Jens H. Quistgaard for Dansk
By Dansk Møbelproducent, Jens Quistgaard
Located in Detroit, MI
This vintage mid century Danish modern large teak ice bucket was designed by Jens H. Quistgaard for
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Plastic, Teak
A set of two Plates by Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand ca 1950
By Rörstrand, Carl-Harry Stålhane
Located in Farsta, SE
A set of two Plates by Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand ca 1950
Two beautiful small plates with a lovely multicolored glaze.
Model SDG.
Heigth: 4 cm/1.5 inch
Diameter: 14-15cm/5.5-5...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Mid-20th C. Jens Quistgaard for Dansk Teak Ice Bucket with Lid and Swing Handle
By Dansk
Located in Morristown, NJ
Mid-20th Century Jens Quistgaard for Dansk Teak Ice Bucket with Lid and Swing Handle
Description
Category
Vintage 1950s Malaysian Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Plastic, Teak
Mid-20th C. Jens Quistgaard for Dansk Teak Ice Bucket with Lid and Swing Handle
By Dansk
Located in Morristown, NJ
Mid-20th Century Jens Quistgaard for Dansk Teak Ice Bucket with Lid and Swing Handle
Description
Category
Vintage 1950s Malaysian Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Plastic, Teak
Swedish Ceramic Collection, 29 pieces
By Berndt Friberg
Located in Stockholm, SE
collection, this outstanding group represents the very heart of Swedish ceramic artistry from the mid-20th
Category
Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Ulla Procopé for Arabia Rosmarin Coffee Service for 6
Coffee Pot, 1960s
By Ulla Procope, Arabia of Finland
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
; it was in production until mid 1970s. The designs are hand painted on the same “S” model forms as was
Category
20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery, Stoneware
Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand – Stoneware Vase, Sweden, 1950s
By Gunnar Nylund
Located in Bergen, NO
Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand – Stoneware Vase, Sweden, 1950s
A beautiful mid-century stoneware vase
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
1960 Nissen Denmark Eames Era Scandinavian Modern Round Teak Lidded Ice Bucket
By Nissen
Located in Miami, FL
for a long time.
Branded with the Nissen Trademark.
Mid-Century Modern barware from the Eames Era for
Category
Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Barware
Materials
Plastic, Teak
Mid-Century Teak “Fish” Wall-Mounted Board Set — Attributed to J. Quistgaard
By Jens Quistgaard
Located in Herentals, BE
— functional art at its finest
• Ideal for collectors of Scandinavian modern design or mid-century serveware
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Serving Pieces
Materials
Teak
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Cheese Slicing Board in the Style of Danish Modern
Located in San Diego, CA
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Cheese Slicing Board in the Style of Danish Modern. Vintage modern teak
Category
20th Century Thai Scandinavian Modern Butcher Blocks
Materials
Metal, Metallic Thread
Intermezzo by National Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 31 Pcs Scandinavian
By National Silver Company 1
Located in Big Bend, WI
Intermezzo by National sterling silver flatware set with Scandinavian-style design, 31 pieces. This
Category
Mid-20th Century Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
- 1
- ...
Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass Under $1,000
Antique and Vintage Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Scandinavian Modern Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
20th Century Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Ceramic Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass on Sale
Get Updated with New Arrivals
Save "Mid 20th Century Scandinavian Ceramics", and we’ll notify you when there are new listings in this category.
Mid 20th Century Scandinavian Ceramics For Sale on 1stDibs
Find a variety of mid 20th century Scandinavian ceramics available on 1stDibs. The range of distinct mid 20th century Scandinavian ceramics — often made from ceramic, metal and silver — can elevate any home. There are all kinds of mid 20th century Scandinavian ceramics available, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. Mid 20th century Scandinavian ceramics are generally popular furniture pieces, but Scandinavian Modern, Mid-Century Modern and Art Deco styles are often sought at 1stDibs. Mid 20th century Scandinavian ceramics have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Georg Jensen, Bing
Grøndahl and Jens Harald Quistgaard are consistently popular.
How Much are Mid 20th Century Scandinavian Ceramics?
Prices for mid 20th century Scandinavian ceramics start at $25 and top out at $48,318 with the average selling for $500.
A Close Look at Scandinavian Modern Furniture
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.
More Ways To Browse
Clear Glass Dinner Plates
Denby Milnor
Drip Glass Vase
Skrufs Glasbruk
Hildur Haggard
Spisa Ribb
Dorothy Dandridge
Fontana Arte Brass And Glass Fireplace Tools
Guhl Pod Chairs
Lacarriere Delatour
Lady Beatrice
Lalanne Style
Lalique Butterflies
Lalique Butterfly
Lalique Carafe
Lalique Cendrier
Lalique Dampierre Vase
Lalique Drinking Glasses