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Scandinavian Modern Sculptures

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
Vintage Hans Hedberg Green Egg Sculpture, Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Located in Stockholm, SE
Egg designed by the Swedish ceramicist Hans Hedberg, who lived and worked in Biot, France. This egg is 30 cm (12") high including the stand. It´s in excellent condition and it has a lovely glaze. Hedberg worked with several famous artists, among Picasso, Léger and Matisse. It is signed and in very good condition, it has some minor white...
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1960s French Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sculptures

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Ceramic

Set of Oiva Toikka Glass Sculptures, Green Vegetables, Nuutajärvi
Located in Helsinki, FI
A beautiful set of Oiva Toikka limited series and numbered vegetables glass sculptures. The set includes an onion, sugar pee, and two versions of broccoli. All sculptures are in a go...
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Late 20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Sculptures

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Art Glass

Scandinavian Abstract Modernism Iron Sculpture by Erik Aalykke, Denmark, 1960s
Located in Odense, DK
Unique sculpture handmade by Danish artist Erik Aalykke in his own studio in the 1960s. The piece is made from acid treated iron with a beautiful patina. Erik Aalykke (1923-83) used...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sculptures

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Iron

Kay Bojesen Early Handmade Wooden Oak Elephant Children s Toy, 1950s, Denmark
Located in Odense, DK
Rare Kay Bojesen wooden toy elephant from the early 1950s in patinated oak with an amazing grain. The Elephant was created in 1953 by Kay Bojesen and from the start handmade in his s...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sculptures

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Oak

Teak Sculpture by Simon Randers, Produced in Denmark During the, 1950s
Located in Hägersten, SE
Sculpture made by Simon Randers. Produced in Denmark during the 1950s. Hand sculpted out of solid teak. Very good vintage condition with slight age related wear and patina. De...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sculptures

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Teak

1950s Scandinavian Teak Arctic Polar Bear Figure Sculpture Cabin Modern Danish
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Wonderful uncommon 1950s design from Denmark of an arctic polar bear. Ink stamped, with remnants of paper label. Unknown artist.
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sculptures

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Teak

Scandinavian Modern zigzag patterned Earthenware Hedgehog, 1960s
Located in Grythyttan, SE
This Scandinavian Modern earthenware hedgehog from the 1960s exudes charm with its glazed zigzag pattern on beige fur. The unglazed brown face adds a distinctive touch to its feature...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sculptures

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Earthenware

Large Scandinavian Rattan Hanging Monkey, 1960s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Very rare rattan bull head, wicker wall decoration dates to the 1960s-1970s The proportions are perfect, very decorative. We still have a dark lacqu...
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1960s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sculptures

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Metal

Lisa Larson - Unique piece - Figure - Gustavsberg - 1998
Located in MAASTRICHT, LI
Product Description:  On offer is a unique piece by Lisa Larson showing a small child sitting on a dog. Although the piece is made years after Lisa's most ...
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1990s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sculptures

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Earthenware, Ceramic

Scandinavian Miniature Danish Viking, Denmark, 20th Century
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Scandinavian Miniature Danish Viking, Denmark, 20th Century.
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sculptures

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Wood

Organic Danish stoneware sculpture, Denmark, 1960-70s
Located in Hägersten, SE
Organic sculpture made by hand by Unknown danish Sculptor. Lovely shape and structure with unglazed natural ceramic. Very good vintage condition without damages. Artist: Unknown ...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sculptures

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Ceramic

Set of Nine Oiva Toikka Birds, Green Ibis, Swan, Dotterel, Iittala Nuutajärvi
Located in Helsinki, FI
A beautiful set of nine Oiva Toikka birds. The set includes the Green Ibis by Oiva Toikka that was introduced in 2005 and was in production until 2014...
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Late 20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Sculptures

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Art Glass

Anker Hoffmann, Green Patinated Bronze Sculpture of a Young
Located in Kastrup, DK
Anker Hoffmann 1904-1985. Sculpture in green patinated bronze depicting a portrait of a young woman. Mounted on a teak plinth. Signed Anker Hoffmann...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sculptures

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Bronze

Lovely Set of 7 Scandinavian Wooden Woodpecker Corkscrews, 1960s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Lovely Set of 7 Scandinavian Wooden Woodpecker Corkscrews + 2 WIne Corks, 1960s
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1960s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sculptures

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Metal

Large Danish Bronze Floor Sculpture by Steffen Lüttge, 20th Century Copenhagen
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Steffen Lüttge 20th century Contemporary Bronze Floor Sculpture, Denmark Abstract sculpture in patinated bronze. Standing 35.5 inches tall, this orig...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sculptures

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Bronze, Metal

Oiva Toikka "Sieppo" Flycatcher Glass Bird for Iittala, Finland, c. 1972
Located in TORQUAY, AU
For the Collector: Oiva Toikka 'Sieppo' Glass Bird for Iittala A stunning piece of Finnish glass artistry, this is an authentic 'Sieppo' (Flycatcher) from the iconic "Birds by Toikk...
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1970s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sculptures

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Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass

Rare Bowl by Sigvard Nilsson, Söwe Konst. Sweden, 1950s
Located in Hägersten, SE
Rare bowl designed and made by Sigvard Nilsson, Söwe konst. Made during the 1950s Made from solid teak and sculpted by hand. Very good vintage condition with...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sculptures

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Teak

Helene Tynell / FOREST / Riihimaen Lasi
Located in Shibuya-Ku, JP
Helena Tynell is a Finnish female designer. After graduating from the Central School of Arts and Crafts in Helsinki in 1943, she began her career as a designer at TAITO as an assista...
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1960s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sculptures

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Art Glass

A Set of Ceramic Animal Figurines by Henrik Allert for Pentik, 1980s
Located in Helsinki, FI
A set of highly sought after animals by Henrik Allert for Pentik from the 1980s. The set is of 7 animals / birds and one egg. All signed and marked and are in good condition. The ani...
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1980s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sculptures

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Ceramic

Mid-century Brutalist Iron Fire Screen by Olle Hermansson for Husqvarna, Sweden
Located in Malmö, SE
Amazing cast iron midcentury sculpture / fireplace screen. Designed by Olle Hermansson for Husqvarna, Sweden 1960s. Great original condition with signs of use and age. Stamped 'OH'...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sculptures

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Iron

Anne Boysen Moonsetter Light Sculpture and Floor Lamp for Louis Poulsen
Located in Tilburg, NL
Anne Boysen 'Moonsetter' light sculpture and floor lamp for Louis Poulsen. New, current limited production in series of 100. The sculptural floor lamp in chrome-plated aluminium has a rotating disc that allows customisation of the reflection of the glare-free light emitted by the LED light source elegantly submerged in the frame. The disc rotates 360° around its own axis and is white on one side and reflective on the other. Tilted towards the white side, the light becomes soft and diffuse, whereas the opposite chrome side reflects the light panel directly for a completely different expression. The light is directed according to the position of the disc. The surroundings are mirrored in the frame...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Sculptures

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Aluminum

Beautiful Minimalsitic Sculptural 14kg/30lb Kettlebell, Stainless Steel, Walnut
Located in Berlin, DE
Kettlebell series in walnut. Perfectly shaped stainless steel, noble solid wood and fine brass details, this kettlebell is an absolute eye-catcher. The handle is in a league of its ...
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2010s German Scandinavian Modern Sculptures

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Brass, Stainless Steel

Ceramic Elephant by Michael Andersen, Denmark, 1970s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Michael Andersen elephant executed in polychrome glazed ceramic. Very rare version with blue and black glaze. It is imprinted with the crest mark and design number to the front feet....
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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sculptures

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Ceramic

Scandinavian Modern, Hand Crafted Metal Sculpture of a Bird, Brass and Copper
Located in New York, NY
A Scandinavian Modern, hand crafted metal sculpture of a bird make from brass, copper and iron on a wood base. Designer unknown, circa 1960’s. Measures: height: 13.5“ width: 11“ ...
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Sculptures

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Brass, Copper, Iron

Sigge Berggren, Swedish Modernist Nude Bronze Sculpture, 1940s
Located in Skanninge, SE
A young woman with an attitude! That pose says it all! Cast in bronze and patinated in dark green/brown. Signed "Berggren". Sigge Berggren (1911-1...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sculptures

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Bronze

American Mid-Century Modern Solid Walnut Madona Wood Sculpture
By Erich Bolinger
Located in San Diego, CA
A beautiful modernist hand-carved solid walnut Madona virgin sculpture, circa 1960's great condition.
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20th Century American Scandinavian Modern Sculptures

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Walnut

Rare Stoneware Wall Plaque by Stig Lindberg for Gustavsberg, Swedish Modern
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare Stoneware Wall Plaque by Stig Lindberg for Gustavsberg, 1950s. Beautifully glazed relief carvings and incisions. Stamped at the back and the artist’s signature at the front in...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sculptures

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Ceramic

Danish Designer, Sculpture, Wood, Denmark, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A solid carved wood sculpture designed and produced in Denmark, c. 1950s. Dimensions: 7.625” H x 5.5” W x 7.625” D
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sculptures

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Wood

Vintage Original Articulated Elephant Figurine by Kay Bojesen Denmark c 1950s
Located in Troy, MI
Vintage Kay Bojesen elephant figurine in oak circa 1950s Two available and priced individually Articulating legs head and trunk Signed to undersid...
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sculptures

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Oak

Mid-Century Mod Ceramic Pottery His Her Lisa Larson Salt Shakers
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your consideration, a pair of ceramic art pottery figures. used as salt and pepper shakers. His and her figure carefully crafted. Unmarked. Listed as a pair. Work is consistent...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sculptures

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Ceramic

Johannes Hedegaard for Royal Copenhagen Figurine "Martha" Rare Version 21424
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Figurine of a young woman washing clothes - called "Martha" - by Danish sculptor Johannes Hedegaard (1915-1999) produced at Royal Copenhagen. It´s a rare version with beige clothes instead of the more commonly seen version with turquoise glaze. The naked parts of the body show the warm terracotta color and make the figurine quite sensual. The figurine was designed ca 1940s and it was most likely made around 1960s. Johannes Hedegaard is famous for his graceful busts of young, most often half naked women. His model was reportedly his own wife Birthe Hedegaard. He trained as a sculptor at Royal Copenhagen from 1930 to 1935 and later he went to the Sculpture School at the Royal Academy of Arts in Copenhagen (Kunstakademiets Billedhuggerskole). His teachers here were Einar Utzon-Frank (1939) and Johannes Bjerg...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sculptures

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Ceramic

Set of Two Dala Horses from Sweden
Located in Hannover, DE
This lovely pair of horses is a perfect example of classic Swedish craftsmanship. The beautiful Nordic colors will take your breath away, just like the vivid shades you've seen in th...
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1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sculptures

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Wood, Paint

Gunnar Kanevad, Swedish pinewood sculpture, wooden puzzle, 1970s
Located in Forserum, SE
A decorative sculpture in the form of a wooden puzzle, crafted from solid pine by Swedish artist Gunnar Kanevad (1930–2019). It features two human silhouettes sawn from a pinewood cu...
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1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sculptures

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Pine

Adorable Mid-Century Ceramic Children by Lisa Larson
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
In wonderful condition. This adorable ceramic set is designed by Lisa Larsen for Gustavsberg, Sweden.
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sculptures

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Ceramic

MARIANNE GUNNEMARK for Höganäs. Very large and rare ceramic figurine of hippo
Located in København, Copenhagen
MARIANNE GUNNEMARK for Höganäs, Sweden. Very large and rare ceramic figurine of a hippo. Hand-painted. Yellow glaze. Circa 1970s. Marked. Perfect condition. Dimensions: W 33.0 cm. x ...
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1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sculptures

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Ceramic

Swedish Armillary Sculpture
Located in Atlanta, GA
This figural armillary of Atlas, constructed of metal with a copper numeric banding, hails from Sweden. Original matte black finish and mounted on a well-proportioned custom wooden pedestal also painted in black lacquer. It is missing one strip of numbers on the inside ring but makes a beautiful over-sized sculpture for a variety of decor styles. Please note the listing is for the sculpture only. The antique white pedestal...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sculptures

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Metal

Large Bronze Sculpture by James Coignard
Located in Long Island City, NY
James Coignard ( France 1925-2008) sculpture, bronze and cast iron. Limited edition of 8. Signed J. Coignard and numbered 1/8. Untitled. Foundry mark Guyot. Bronze, gold patina, c...
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Late 20th Century French Scandinavian Modern Sculptures

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Bronze

Helene Tynell / FOREST / Riihimaen Lasi
Located in Shibuya-Ku, JP
Helena Tynell is a Finnish female designer. After graduating from the Central School of Arts and Crafts in Helsinki in 1943, she began her career as a designer at TAITO as an assista...
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1960s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sculptures

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Art Glass

1970s Stoneware King Arthur Medieval Knight Biomorphic Figure Mid-Century Danish
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Wonderful robust figure of medieval knight in full regalia sculpted and glazed in stoneware. Possibly King Arthur, but also resembles the Berserker chess piece from the Isle of Lewis...
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Late 20th Century Scandinavian Modern Sculptures

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Ceramic

Pair of Porcelain Zebra Sculptures by Taisto Kaassinenv for Arabia of Finland
Located in San Diego, CA
A nice pair of porcelain zebra sculptures by Taisto Kaassinen for Arabia of Finland, circa 1970s. The set is in very good vintage condition with no chips or cracks and measures 6"W ...
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Sculptures

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Porcelain

Set of three organic ceramic sculptures by unknown Danish artist. Made by hand
Located in Hägersten, SE
Set of stoneware ceramic by unknown danish artist. Hand made in Denmark during the 1960-70s. Drawing inspiration from natural elements like fossils. Very nicely done with lovely text...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sculptures

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Stoneware

Sculpture of naked couple in plaster by Swedish artist Emil Näsvall, 1950s
Located in Hägersten, SE
Sculpture by Swedish artist Emil Näsvall. Made from plaster standing on a pine base. done around the 1950s in Sweden. Good vintage condition with age related wear and patina. Arti...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sculptures

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Plaster, Pine

1950s Lisa Larson Cat Stoneware Sculpture Paperweight Gustavsberg Danish MCM Era
Located in Hyattsville, MD
One day in the middle of the 1950s, Lisa modeled a cat with the tail straight up in the air. The cat was made of dark brown stoneware with carved stripes. This modernist figurine was...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sculptures

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Stoneware

Two "Room Jewels" artglass by the Swedish designer Mona Morales-Schildt, Sweden
Located in Stockholm, SE
Two "Room Jewels" artglass by the Swedish designer Mona Morales Schildt (1908-1999) feature cut and polished glass created using the sommerso technique for Kosta. The pieces stand ap...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sculptures

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Art Glass

Lisa Larson Ceramic Cat Figurine Gustavsberg, Sweden
Located in Delft, NL
Lisa Larson ceramic cat figurine Gustavsberg Sweden.
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1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sculptures

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Ceramic

Lisa Larson for Gustavsberg, Rare Figure, "Johanna", Glazed Ceramics
Located in København, Copenhagen
Lisa Larson for Gustavsberg, Rare figure, "Johanna", glazed ceramics. 20th century. Marked. In perfect condition. Measures: 15.5 x 10.5 cm.
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20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sculptures

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Ceramic

Birgitta Ara, Finnish (1935 - 2009) Three Bronze Sculptures - Faith, Hope Love
By Birgitta Ara
Located in Hanover, MA
Birgitta Ara, Finnish (1934 - 2009) three bronze sculptures from 1980, edition number 2/12, each signed 'ara 2/12' (4) Birgitta Majlis Juslin, later Birgitta Ara, born 7 August 1934 in Helsinki. Parents singer and actor Ture Ara and public school teacher Elsie Juslin.
 Born in Helsinki in 1934, Ara studied decorative painting at the School of Art and Design from 1952-1955. Later she moved to Paris to model and eventually returned to her art by the 1970's when she exhibited copper sculpture reliefs at the Ecole Nationale Superiere des Arts. She won numerous awards, including the Prix des Jeunes in an exhibition for women's art at the Museum of Modern Art, and a relief was selected for the Salon d'Automne, the art salon in the Grand Palais. She received the Grand Prix de Sculpture at the International Exhibition for women's art in the National Museum of Modern Art in Paris. She eventually returned to Finland in 1991. Provenance: Estate of Countess Margareta Douglas From the Estate of Countess Margareta Douglas, Rivanna Farm, Charlottesville, VA A 10,000 sq ft estate with multiple royal...
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1980s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sculptures

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Bronze

Abstract burl birch sculpture by Sven Olsson
Located in Hägersten, SE
Abstract wooden sculpture by Swedish artist Sven Olsson. Hand made from burl birch, ca 1960-70s. Beautifully crafted with subtle details. Very good vintage condition with light age r...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sculptures

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Birch, Burl

‘Sektorn Mekanik’ Sculpture in Aluminium by Bertil Herlow Svensson, 1960 s
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
‘Sektorn Mekanik’ Sculpture in Aluminium by Bertil Herlow Svensson, 1960's Additional Information: Material: Aluminium Style: Mid century, Scandinavian Produced by Bertil Herlow Sve...
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20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sculptures

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Aluminum

Mari Simmulson for Upsala-Ekeby, Sweden. Ceramic figure of Indonesian woman
Located in København, Copenhagen
Mari Simmulson (1911-2000) for Upsala-Ekeby, Sweden. Ceramic figure of an Indonesian woman. Approx. 1950. In perfect condition. Signed. Dimensions: H 39.0 cm. x W 12.0 cm. Mari Si...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sculptures

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Ceramic

Set of Swedish Ahus Glass Paperweights, Signed Studio Åhus 1992 HD-AZ
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
2 Modern Swedish Åhus glass paperweights. The signed paperweights are frosted glass with colorful interior and frosted glass surface. The larger pie...
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1990s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sculptures

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Glass

Large Green Glazed Ceramic Bear by Johgus Bornholm, Denmark, 1960s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Green glazed ceramic bear figure made by ceramic art studio Johgus, on the Island of Bornholm, Denmark. Studio founded in 1944 by Johannes M. Pedersen and Gustav Ottosen.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sculptures

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Ceramic

Unique Brutalist Sculpture by Ole Bjørn Krüger, Own Studio, Denmark, 1960s
Located in Odense, DK
Unique large floor sculpture by Danish artist Ole Bjørn Krüger (1922-2007) made in the 1960s in his own workshop. Abstract stalagmite columns hand scu...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sculptures

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Stoneware

Pair of Minimalsitic Sculptural Dumbbells by kenko in Stainless Steel Walnut
Located in Berlin, DE
Premium Craftsmanship for Sophisticated Strength Training These exclusive dumbbells are designed by kenko and manufactured in Berlin, Germany. Made from finely machined stainless ste...
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2010s German Scandinavian Modern Sculptures

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Brass, Stainless Steel

Whimsical Porcelain Cat by Arabia of Finland
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful ceramic cat in porcelain finish by Arabia of Finland circa 1950s, great condition.
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20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Sculptures

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Porcelain

Johannes C. Bjerg, Bronze Head Sculpture of Artemis
Located in Kastrup, DK
Johannes C. Bjerg 1886-1955. Dark patinated bronze head of the Greek Goddess Artemis mounted on a black marble base. Stamp from bronze caster L. Rasm...
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Early 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sculptures

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Stone, Bronze

1950s Large Teak Polar Bear Sculpture Norway Mid-Century Scandinavian Tjomsland
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Very rare large version (full grown) Polar Bear Sculpture by Arne Tjomsland, who was a Norwegian sculptor in the Scandinavian modern golden age, or Mid-Century Modern Era. This was p...
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1950s Norwegian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sculptures

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Teak

Three Lions From The Afrika Series Designed By Lisa Larson For Gustavsberg
Located in Doraville, GA
Three lions in varying sizes designed by noted designer and ceramicist Lisa Larson. The lions are from the Afrika series, designed in 1964. The set consists of a mini, large and giga...
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Late 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sculptures

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Ceramic

Paul Hoff for Swedish Glass, Seven Birds in Art Glass, Wwf, 1980s
Located in København, Copenhagen
Paul Hoff for Swedish glass. Seven birds in art glass. WWF. 1980s. Largest measures: 9.5 x 6 cm. In perfect condition. Stamped.
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1980s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sculptures

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Art Glass

Concretist Sculpture "P16" by Lars Erik Falk, Sweden, 1969
Located in Stockholm, SE
Striking sculpture by Lars Erik Falk, made from black lacquered metal. Interesting angles, different perspectives from different angles. Named “P16”. Lars Erik Falk (1922-1918) was one of Sweden’s foremost constructivists. He was a painter and sculptor, represented with several public works...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Sculptures

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Metal

Scandinavian Modern sculptures for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Scandinavian Modern sculptures 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 sculptures created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass, more furniture and collectibles and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, ceramic and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Scandinavian Modern sculptures 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 sculptures, popular names associated with this style include Knud Kyhn, Royal Copenhagen, Kay Bojesen, and Arne Tjomsland. 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 sculptures differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $135 and tops out at $25,000 while the average work can sell for $1,941.

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