Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
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
Green Stoneware Bowl by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful stoneware bowl with amazing glaze.
Designed by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1940s.
Great condition.
Incised signature 'G.N.' and makers mark, Rörstrands three c...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
$856 Sale Price
20% Off
Mid Century Large Bowl in Ceramic by Hanne Schneider, 1988
Located in Odense, DK
Beautiful large stoneware bowl by Danish artist Hanne Schneider, 1988.
Great colour plate in this glaze.
Other mentionable ceramic artists from Denmark: Arne Bang, Axel Salto, Co...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Kaj Franck / KF1 HORS D
OEUVRE DISH(BROWN) / Arabia Finland
Located in Shibuya-Ku, JP
KF1 was designed in 1957 and manufactured from 1958 to 1962.
A geometric-shaped appetiser dish. One of Kai Franck's masterpieces, combining structural beauty with functional elegance...
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1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Ceramic
Pair Red Mid-Century Modern Bowls in Brass, Ystad Metall Sweden, 1950-60s
Located in Brussels, Brussels
Pair of Swedish Brass bowls designed by Gunnar Ander. Produced by Ystad-Metall, located in the town of Ystad in Sweden.
Very elegant oval modernist bowls. Both are signed with the ...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Brass, Enamel
Edvin Ollers Pewter Bowl with Lid
By Edvin Ollers
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This Edvin Ollers pewter bowl features ribbed loop handles and a lid with matching ribbed details. The underside is stamped.
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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Pewter
Orrefors Sweden Crystal Orion Bowl by Lars Hellsten 1970s
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Orrefors Sweden Crystal Orion Bowl by Lars Hellsten circa 1970s.
The Swedish crystal Orion bowl, designed by sculptor Lars Hellsten for Orrefors, showcases a flared form with a scalloped edge and is signed with a marked with needle-etched Orrefors at the base.
Thick-walled clear crystal glass; the side edge with the opening rim with six indentations.
This elegant six-sided petal bowl is a remarkable piece of art, reflecting exquisite attention to detail. Its unique design makes it a standout addition to any home, sure to capture the admiration of all who see it.
Beautiful solid glass bowl...
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Late 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Crystal
Nils Thorsson for Royal Copenhagen. Ceramic bowl in celadon glaze.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Nils Thorsson for Royal Copenhagen. Ceramic bowl in celadon glaze. Featuring a fish motif.
Mid-20th century.
Model number 1205.
Marked.
Perfect condition.
First factory quality.
Dime...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Ceramic
Pair of Stoneware Bowls by Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pair of stoneware bowls by Gunnar Nylund, of the appealing “ARO” model. Streamlined, oval form with plunging sides. One with rich brown glaze and the other with eggshell and blue glaze.
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1950s Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Stoneware
Lovely Art Deco Bowl, Black
Green by Ilse Claesson, Rörstrand 1930s
Located in Stockholm, SE
A lovely bowl designed by Ilse Claesson in the 1930s at Rörstrand, Sweden. It is 23,5 cm in diameter and about 11,5 cm high and in very good condition except from some craquelure in ...
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Early 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Porcelain
Large Stoneware Decorative Bowl Floral Motif by Søholm Pottery, Denmark, 1970s
Located in Odense, DK
Large beautiful stoneware bowl handmade at Søholm Stoneware, Denmark in the 1970s. The bowl is hand decorated with a Japanese inspired floral motif depicting a stylized "Lily of the valley" and finished with a wonderful speckled glazing. Soft earth tones. Stamped underneath.
The Søholm Pottery on the small island of Bornholm in Denmark was established in 1836 and closed in 1996. They were one of Denmarks finest ceramics workshops. With traditional names such as "Søholm", "Michael Andersen" and "Hjorth's Keramik", Bornholm has managed to place itself heavily on the Danish map within ceramics and handicrafts. Just like Japanese ceramics, Bornholm ceramics...
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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Stoneware
Swedish Mid Century Ceramic Dish "Rubus" by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand, 1950s
Located in Balen, BE
Large Swedish Mid-Century Ceramic Dish "Rubus" by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand – 1950s
This large-scale ceramic dish from the 1950s, titled "Rubus", is a standout piece by celebrated...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Ceramic
Nils Kähler for Kähler. Large ceramic bowl with uranium yellow glaze.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Nils Kähler for Kähler. Large ceramic bowl in modernist design.
Uranium yellow glaze.
Ca. 1970.
In perfect condition with natural crackling.
Marked.
Dimensions: Diameter 25.0 cm x He...
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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Ceramic
Stoneware Bowl by Berndt Friberg. Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1975. Beige / Off White
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful stoneware bowl with amazing glaze.
Made by master thrower Berndt Friberg, in the artist's studio at Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1975.
Great condition.
Incised signature 'Fribe...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
A Classic Elegant "Aro" ceramic bowl by Gunnar Nylund, Rorstrand, Sweden, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
A Classic elegant "Aro" ceramic bowl by Gunnar Nylund. Shades in blue and brown glaze. Made for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1960s. Inscribed with artist signature and Rorstand studio mark. E...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Ceramic
Stoneware Bowl by Berndt Friberg for Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1971
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful triangular stoneware bowl with amazing hare’s fur glaze.
Made by master thrower Berndt Friberg, in the artist's studio at Gustavsberg, Sweden.
Excellent condition. Incis...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Two large Rhythmic Veneer Bowls by Wilh. Schauman Oy, Finland 1980s
Located in Helsinki, FI
Two large decorative bowls crafted entirely in rhythmic veneer using the classic spinning technique by Wilhelm Schauman Oy, one of Finland’s major mid-century wood and furniture manu...
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1980s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Wood
Set of 2 White
Vaga
Bowls by Wilhelm Kage for Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1940s.
Located in Malmö, SE
A set of two beautiful 'Våga' bowls. Stoneware with white 'Carrara' glaze.
Made by Wilhelm Kåge at Gustavsberg Studio in Sweden, 1940s.
Swedish Grace.
Great condition.
Impressed wi...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
$1,431 Sale Price
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Unique Cast Iron Leaf Platter: A Possible Prototype with Historic Design Roots
By Josef Frank
Located in Stockholm, SE
Unique cast red painted iron decorative leaf platter. A platter possibly a prototype, made of cast iron. The design originates from a model in cast brass plate that was exhibited at ...
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1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Iron
Turquoise Modernist Bowl in Brass by Gunnar Ander for Ystad Metall Sweden
Located in Brussels, Brussels
A Swedish Brass bowl by Gunnar Ander. Produced by Ystad-Metall, located in the town of Ystad in Sweden.
Very elegant oval modernist bowl. Signed w...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Brass, Enamel
A Classic Elegant "Aro" Ceramic Bowl by Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
A Classic "Aro" Ceramic bowl by Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1960s. A timeless and sophisticated "Aro" bowl crafted by Gunnar Nylund showcases exquisite shades in blue and brow...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Ceramic
Swedish Trough dated 28th of September 1881
Located in Farsta, SE
Swedish Trough dated 28th of September 1881
With owner marks and date on the side. Probably made as wedding gift.
Made out of birch wood.
Heigth: 8 cm...
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1880s Swedish Antique Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Birch
Elegant 1930s decorative compote bowl in hammered metal. Denmark 1930s
Located in København K, 84
This elegant 1930s compote bowl, attributed to the esteemed Danish sculptor and metalworker Just Andersen, exemplifies the refined craftsmanship and sculptural integrity that define ...
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1930s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Pewter
Petite Solid Teak rare Danish Modern Catch It All Bowl By Nissen
By Nissen
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful solid teak Danish modern bowl . catch it all made by Nissen circa 1970's beautiful condition.
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Teak
Scandinavian Modern Sculptural Red Metal Bowl, Centerpiece Made in Sweden 1980s
Located in Miami, FL
Scandinavian modern sculptural red metal bowl, made in Sweden in the 1980s.
This bowl is made out of one piece of metal stunning craftsmanship.
The sculptural bowl serves as an artis...
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1980s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Metal
Carl Harry Stålhane for Rörstrand, Sweden, Large Bowl in Dark Blue Shades
Located in København, Copenhagen
Carl Harry Stålhane for Rörstrand, Sweden.
Large bowl with glaze in dark blue shade.
Mid-20th century.
First factory quality.
In excellent condition.
Marked.
Measures: L 19.0 x...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Ceramic
$280 Sale Price
30% Off
Carl-Harry Stålhane Hare
s Fur Glaze Bowl for Rörstrand
Located in Kramfors, SE
Stoneware bowl by Carl-Harry Stålhane with hare’s fur glaze. The bowl is glazed with muted but fiery shades of yellow, orange and brown. The result is a bowl...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Stoneware
Art Deco Pewter Bowl by Just Andersen, Denmark, 1920s
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful and rare pewter bowl.
Designed and made by Just Andersen, Denmark, 1920s.
Good condition, only a few light scratches and a tiny chip to the rim.
Stamped 'DENMARK', mod...
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1920s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Pewter
Swedish Wood Bowl circa 1830
Located in Farsta, SE
Swedish Wood Bowl circa 1830
With a grey smooth patina that only can be created over time.
Residues from original paint.
Owner's mark 'EB' engraved...
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1830s Swedish Antique Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Birch
Vicke Lindstrom Hand-Chiseled Art Glass Bowl
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vicke Lindstrom hand-chiseled Art glass bowl. Has the look of a piece of ice that has been Chiseled and formed. Beautiful simple Bowl signed on bottom ...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Art Glass
Art Deco Bronze Bowl by Gunnar Nylund, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful art deco bronze bowl with amazing patina.
Designed by Gunnar Nylund for Äkta Brons, Sweden, 1940s.
Excellent condition. Initials 'G.N.' on the front. Stamped 'ÄKTA BRON...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Bronze
Early Danish Teak Centerpiece Serving Bowl by Jens H. Quistgaard for Dansk
By Dansk, Jens Quistgaard
Located in San Jose, CA
Mid century modern decorative staved salad serving bowl designed by Jens Harald Quistgaard for Dansk, Denmark. This unique piece displays quality solid teak craftsmanship and makes f...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Teak
Modernist Brutalist HAGENAUER STYLE tripod Bronze shell bowl, AUSTRIA, 1950s
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article:
Brutalist tripod bronze shell element
Origin:
Austria
Material:
solid bronze
Decade:
1950s
This original vintage shell plate element, was produced in the 1950s i...
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Mid-20th Century French Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Bronze
Gunnar Nylund for Rørstrand. Bowl in glazed ceramics. Mid-20th C.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Gunnar Nylund for Rørstrand.
Bowl in glazed ceramics. Beautiful blue glaze.
Mid-20th century.
Measures: 16.5 x 6 cm.
In perfect condition.
Stamped.
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Ceramic
$252 Sale Price
30% Off
Pair Black Mid-Century Modern Bowls in Copper, Ystad Metall Sweden, 1960s
Located in Brussels, Brussels
Pair of Swedish Copper bowls designed by Gunnar Ander. Produced by Ystad-Metall, located in the town of Ystad in Sweden.
Very elegant oval modernist bowls or vide-poche. Both are s...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Brass, Enamel
Danish Modern Solid Hand Carved Teak Freeform Bowl Catch It All
By Kay Bojesen
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful solid teak hand-carved bowl freshly refinished and oiled , nice shape delicate , stamped in the bottom.
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Teak
$180 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Inger Persson Bold Graphic Studio Bowl for Rorstrand, Sweden
Located in New York, NY
Inger Persson designed this bold graphic ceramic studio bowl in the 1960’s for Rorsrand, Sweden. This piece has a slightly squared shape, with a dark brown to black hand painted band...
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Clay
Big Primitive Swedish Wood Bowl 1832
Located in Farsta, SE
Really big primitive wooden bowl from Sweden, made in 1832 .
It’s heavy patinated over the years and it has a lovely patina, maker marks on the ...
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1830s Swedish Antique Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Pine
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Bowl Royal Copenhagen by Nils Thorssen
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mid-Century Modern scandinavian bowl Royal Copenhagen by Nils Thorssen model Baca Sunflower.
Production number 870 over 2196.
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1980s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Ceramic
Olle Alberius for Orrefors Sweden Residence Crystal Bowl, Scandinavian Modern
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Vintage bowl was created by Olle Alberius for Orrefors Sweden as a part of Residence series; it features undulating curved faceted sides in clear crystal. Residence series was in pr...
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1980s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Crystal
Biomorphic Hand Blown Glass Bowl "Selandia" by Per Lutken for Holmegaard
Located in San Diego, CA
A very attractive biomorphic hand blown glass bowl by Per Lutken for Holmegaard, circa 1960s. The piece entitled, "Selandia", has an abstract curved rim and a convex center in a ligh...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Glass
$220 Sale Price
20% Off
1960
s Large Scandinavian Stellaria Glass Bowl by Tapio Wirkkala Finland
Located in Wayne, NJ
A gorgeous textured glass bowl from the "Stellaria" series by Tapio Wirkkala for Iittala of Finland. Modeled #3450 and featuring Tapio's Classic "i...
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1960s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Glass
$680 Sale Price
20% Off
Mid-Century Modern Pewter Bowl by Edvin Ollers
By Edwin Ollers
Located in Allerum, SE
Pewter bowl by Edvin Ollers (1888-1959) for Schreuder & Olsson, Sweden. Designed during the 1930s. This fruit bowl is made in 1954=D9.
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Pewter
Stoneware Bowl by Berndt Friberg for Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1965
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful stoneware bowl with amazing hare’s fur glaze.
Made by master thrower Berndt Friberg, in the artist's studio at Gustavsberg, Sweden.
Excellent condition. Incised signatur...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Bowl designed by Rolf Palm, Sweden 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
This ceramic bowl by Swedish studio potter Rolf Palm exemplifies the refined artistry that defines Scandinavian ceramic design in the mid-20th century. Hand-thrown and signed by the ...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Stoneware
Wilhelm Kage Vaga Wave Bowl Gustavsberg Sweden 1940s Stoneware White Glaze
Located in Basel, BS
Wilhelm Kåge white ‚Carrara‘ glazed ‚Våga‘ (wave) bowl for Gustavsberg in the late 1940s to early 1950s, hand-crafted in Sweden.
Good condition with signs of use and age, staining ...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Stoneware
Set of 2 White
Vaga
Bowls by Wilhelm Kage for Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Malmö, SE
Set of 2 beautiful 'Våga' bowls. Stoneware with 'Carrara' glaze.
Made by Wilhelm Kåge at Gustavsberg Studio in Sweden, 1940s.
'Swedish Modern'.
Excellent condition.
Stamped 'Gusta...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Scandinavian Modern Large Bowl by Ole Bjørn Krüger, Own Studio, Denmark, 1960s
Located in Odense, DK
Large unique stoneware table bowl handmade by Danish artist Ole Bjørn Krüger (1922-2007). Made in the 1960s in his own workshop. Glazed stoneware with bea...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Stoneware
Stoneware Bowl by Raija Tuumi for Arabia, Finland, 1960s. Blue and Brown.
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful and unique hand thrown stoneware bowl, with amazing glaze.
Made by Raija Tuumi at Arabia, Finland, 1960s.
Excellent condition.
Incised signature "RT" and "ARABIA".
Ceramic artist Raija Tuumi (1923–2016) represents a generation of artists who, after the war, helped make Finland’s art industry internationally famous. The ceramic artists and their visibility at international exhibitions played a significant role in putting Finnish art on the world map. Raised in Kiukais in Satakunta, Finland, Raija Tuumi first discovered artistic expression through weaving. However local potters, raised her interest in an alternative material.
After many different phases in her life Tuumi ended up studying in Ateneum’s ceramics department between 1946 and 1949, during which she found her own strong style. The students’ training included periods in workshops in Finland, where she encountered potters’ large dough and butter milk pots and other dishes that inspired Tuumi to work on large sculptural objects.
Tuumi studied in the ceramics department along side with other ceramisist, including Ulla Procopé, Annikki Hovisaari, Dorrit Flinckenberg, Vuokko Eskolin...
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Stoneware Bowl by Berndt Friberg for Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1975. Brown.
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful stoneware bowl with amazing glaze.
Made by master thrower Berndt Friberg, in the artist's studio at Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1975.
Great condition.
Incised signature 'Fribe...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Nils Kähler for Kähler, ceramic bowl on four low feet. Square shape.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Nils Kähler for Kähler, ceramic bowl on four low feet.
Square shape. Glaze in earthy tones.
Approximately 1970.
Marked.
In good condition, small insignificant chip on top rim.
Dimens...
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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Ceramic
A Classic Blue "Aro" ceramic bowl by Gunnar Nylund, Rorstrand, Sweden, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
A Classic elegant "Aro" ceramic bowl by Gunnar Nylund. Shades in blue and brown glaze. Made for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1960s. Inscribed with artist signature and Rorstand studio mark. E...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Ceramic
Vase / Bowl by Gertrud Lönegren, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1930s
Located in Malmö, SE
Beautiful and rare stoneware vase designed by Gertrud Lönegren.
This studio piece was created at Rorstrand in Sweden between 1936-1941.
Exquisite glaze. Excellent condition.
Impressed 'Rörstrand...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Carl-Harry Stålhane, Miniature, Bowl, Rörstrand, 1950s
Located in MAASTRICHT, LI
Product Description:
At the age of 19 Stålhane joined Rörstrand as a decorator and was together with his teacher Gunnar Nylund responsible for Rörstrand's golden age. The work at s...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Earthenware, Ceramic, Stoneware
$114 Sale Price
20% Off
Scandinavian Modern Asymmetric Hand Built Bowl by Artist Bengt, Berglund
Located in Stockholm, SE
Scandinavian Modern hand built bowl by artist Bengt, Berglund. The asymmetric form are typical for Bengt Berglunds design series with organic shapes produced at Gustavsberg Studio be...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Stoneware
Jens Quistgaard Staved Teak Bowl for Dansk Design, Denmark, 1950s
By Dansk, Jens Quistgaard
Located in Utrecht, NL
Jens H. Quistgaard set out to design beautiful things for everyday use, which is an essentially Scandinavian approach to design in general. Over the course of his prolific and varied design career, Jens Quistgaard created objects that are a meditation on the possibilities of shape for a common household object.
Intriguing and fantastical, the variety of forms the sculptor manifested expand the vocabulary of functional design, calling on an array of familiar references including natural shapes. This solid wood bowl is a beautiful example of this, with an organic shape and an immediately visible level of craftsmanship. This rare model is an early iteration of the teak Viking...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Wood
Scandinavian Modern Glass Enamel on Copper Bowl Signed by Saara Hopea
Located in Stockholm, SE
Scandinavian Modern glass enamel on copper bowl signed by Saara Hopea-Untracht, 1925-1984. Absolute fab, vibrant colors in green, orange and grey...
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1960s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Enamel
Stoneware Bowl by Berndt Friberg for Gustavsberg Studio, Sweden, 1960
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful stoneware bowl with amazing hare’s fur glaze.
Made by master thrower Berndt Friberg, in the artist's studio at Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1969.
Great condition. A dark spot in...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
$1,239 Sale Price
20% Off
Scandinavian Modern Britt-Louise Sundell Bowl for Gustavsberg Studio with Flower
Located in New York, NY
A large unique studio bowl by Britt-Louise Sundell for Gustavsberg, Sweden. The bowl has a jade colored glaze and is detail in dark blue-black flowers. Signed on the bottom, circa 19...
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Mid-20th Century European Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Ceramic
Staved Teak Bowl by the Danish designer Jens Harald Quistgaard
Located in Goteborg, SE
Staved bowl in massive teak by Jens Harald Quistgaard. Quistgaard designed the bowl for his own company Dansk Designs and was inspired by traditional Scand...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Teak
Carl-Harry Stalhane Geometric Bowl and Vase, Rorstrand, Sweden 1950
Located in New York, NY
Carl- Harry Stalhane ceramic vase and bowl in angular free-form shapes. Decorated brilliantly with black designs on white and pale gray glazes. Made at Rorstrand, Sweden 1950
Vase...
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Ceramic
Scandinavian Modern decorative bowls for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Scandinavian Modern decorative bowls 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 decorative bowls created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass, wall decorations and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with ceramic, stoneware and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Scandinavian Modern decorative bowls 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 decorative bowls, popular names associated with this style include Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund, Carl-Harry Stålhane, and Gustavsberg. 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 decorative bowls differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $50 and tops out at $12,850 while the average work can sell for $525.