Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
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
Sculpture of a laying woman - Åke Holm - Höganäs
Located in Stockholm, SE
A stunning terracotta sculpture of a laying woman designed byÅke Holm at Höganäs in the mid 20th century. The sculpture is 21 x 11 cm and in excellent condition. It is signed below.
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
$641 Sale Price
20% Off
Classic stoneware vase ‘Argenta’ series, Gustavsberg, Swedish Modern 1938
Located in Stockholm, SE
A Swedish modern classic, stoneware vase in signature green glaze with decor of a mythical fish at play, and stripe at the rim in silver. Designed by Wilhelm Kåge from the ‘Argenta’ ...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Silver
Oiva Toikka Art Glass Bottle, Nuutajärvi, Finland 1980s
Located in Karis, Nyland
A bold, chunky hand-blown glass piece from Oiva Toikka’s Tunturissa (In the Fells) series, produced by Nuutajärvi in the 1980s. Each work in the series is unique, and this version of...
Category
1980s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Art Glass
Svend Lindhart, Danish ceramicist, own workshop. Musk ox in ceramic.
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.
Svend Lindhart (1898-1989), Danish ceramicist, o...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
$252 Sale Price
30% Off
A off-white Luster Hedgehog vase - Chamotte - Gunnar Nylund - Rörstrand
Located in Stockholm, SE
A off white luster Hedgehog-vase designed by Gunnar Nylund at Rörstrand. It is 11 cm (4.4") high and in excellent condition except from some minor marks. The vase is marked as the ph...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Stoneware
Ceramic Vase by Gertrud Lönegren, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1930s. Cream / Off-white
Located in Malmö, SE
Beautiful vase with Cream / Off-white glaze.
Made by Gertrud Lönegren at Rorstrand in Sweden between 1936-41.
Great condition.
Impressed 'Rörstrand', 'LÖNEGREN' and 'HANDDREJAD'.
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
$851 Sale Price
20% Off
Ture Berglund, Vase, Glass, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A blown glass vase designed by Ture Berglund and produced by Skansens Glasbruk, Sweden, 1940s.
Dimensions: 9.15” H x 7.6” W x 3.75” D
Dimensions of opening: 5.8” W x 3” D
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Glass
Danish Modern Faux Leather
Brass Desk Top Jewelry Box Made in Japan
Located in San Diego, CA
Multiuse jewelry desk top box , circa 1960's made in Japan with faux leather finish and small brass handle, with red velvet insert .
Category
20th Century Japanese Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
Terracotta Sculpture by David Wretling, Sweden, 1967
By David Wretling
Located in Hägersten, SE
Sculpture by Swedish artist David Wretling. Executed in Sweden 1967. Made by hand in terracotta clay. Signed with full name and signature. Very good condition with light age related ...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Terracotta
Large Scandinavian Midcentury Brass Candelabra, 1960s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Elegantly crafted heavy stock candelabra in solid brass. It features 5 arms/candle holders for regular sized candles. It was made anonymously in Scandinavia during the 1960s and has ...
Category
1960s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
$417 Sale Price
20% Off
Royal Copenhagen Faience Baca Square Bowl Tray Johanne Gerber
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Ceramic bowl, tray, or dish from the Royal Copenhagen "Baca" series features decor designed by Johanne Gerber on the shape designed by Nils Thorsson. The Japanese inspired floral de...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Faience, Pottery
Swedish Modern Art Deco Pewter Vase, Guldsmedsaktiebolaget (GAB), 1933
Located in Stockholm, SE
Elegant pewter vase made by Guldsmedsaktiebolaget (GAB), Sweden, in 1933. Well-proportioned drop-shaped body with a narrow neck and flared rim, adorned with two decorative handles.
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1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Pewter
Sculptural Silver Plated Coiled Candle Holder by Bertil Vallien for Dansk
By Bertil Vallien, Dansk
Located in San Diego, CA
Nice sculptural silver plated coiled candleholder by Bertil Vallien for Dansk, circa 1970s. The piece has a capacity for 12 long taper candles with a diameter of 1/4". Good vintage c...
Category
20th Century French Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Silver Plate
$120 Sale Price
20% Off
Iconic Alvar Aalto Savoy Vase Model. 3030 in Clear Glass, Iittala 1960s
By Iittala, Alvar Aalto
Located in Helsinki, FI
An iconic Savoy vase by Alvar Aalto for Iittala, dating from the 1960s to the early 1970s. The vase is in good condition, presenting only slight markings to the base consistent with ...
Category
1960s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Blown Glass
Swedish Art Deco Bronze Vase by GAB, 1930s
Located in Stockholm, SE
A refined and elegant bronze vase crafted by Guldsmedsaktiebolaget (GAB), Sweden, circa 1930s. This tall, fluted vessel exhibits the clean lines and geometric elegance characteristic...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
Scandinavian Functionalist Stoneware Vase by Gunnar Nylund, 1930s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Striking “Hedgehog” vase by Gunnar Nylund, made in chamotte stoneware. The clean form contrasts with the craggy surface. Eggshell white, glossy glaze.
The model was introduced aroun...
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1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Stoneware
Olle Alberius 1960s Blue, Ochre Stoneware Vase, 6 Pieces Available
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Beautiful color block Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern handmade, hand painted ceramic vases by designer Olle Alberius for Swedish Rörstrand in the 1960s. Bright cobalt blue base with ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery, Stoneware
$760 Sale Price / item
20% Off
2 Gray Stoneware Vases with Harfur Glaze Berndt Friberg Gustavsberg 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
A group of 2 stunning gray miniature stoneware vases by Berndt Friberg at Gustavsberg designed in the 1950s, the vases has lovely har-fur glazes. Th...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Stoneware
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 Decorative Objects
Materials
Art Glass
Royal Copenhagen Crackle Glazed Bowl. Thorkild Olsen, Denmark, 1958. Green Gold.
Located in Malmö, SE
Elegant Royal Copenhagen crackle glazed bowl with gilded banding on the rim and base.
Designed by THORKILD OLSEN (1890-1973) for ROYAL COPENHAGEN. M...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Porcelain
$423 Sale Price
20% Off
Johansfors Glasbruk, Vase, Blown Glass, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A blue-colored blown glass vase produced by Johansfors Glasbruk, Sweden, c. 1940s.
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Blown Glass
Pukeberg Art Glass Candelabra, Sweden, 1960s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Beautiful vintage Scandinavian Modern lead crystal glass candelabra for three candles manufactured by Pukeberg in the 1960s. Handmade in one piece with textured glass and stylized fl...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Glass, Art Glass
$624 Sale Price
25% Off
Elegant Candle Chandelier Hand-forged with 6 arms candles and glass, Sweden
Located in Antwerp, BE
An elegant chandelier hand-forged chandelier with 6 arms for 6 candles and glass, designed by Swedish artist Erik Höglund for Boda. Light-reflecting glass medallions hang in each arm...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Wrought Iron
Mid Century Danish Sculptural Teak Bowl, Handcrafted in 1960s
Located in Odense, DK
Beautiful patinated bowl in teak. Handcrafted in 1960s
Suits the modern interior.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Teak
Candle Sticks in Brass by Jens Harald Quistgaard for Dansk Designs, 1950s
By Jens Quistgaard, Dansk
Located in Hägersten, SE
Candlesticks designed by Jens Harald Quistgaard. produced by Dansk designs in Denmark during the 1950s. Made from solid polished brass. Good vintage condition with light age related ...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
1950s Michael Andersen Spiral Decor Vide-Poche, Denmark
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Hand-thrown Danish midcentury modern stoneware vide-poche bowl. Shiny light blue and sandy yellow glaze over spiral relief decor in the center and clear glaze on the sides over the d...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Clay, Pottery, Stoneware
$247 Sale Price
35% Off
Swedish Mid-century Glass Vase by Emmaboda
Located in New York, NY
Charming Swedish Mid-Century Glass Vase by Emmaboda glass manufacturer. Beautiful wavy details on the handles with a round bottom, produced around the 1930s with original label showi...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Glass
Royal Copenhagen Baca Vase by Johanne Gerber, Danish Modern Ceramic 1970s
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Danish Mid-century ceramic vase from the Royal Copenhagen "Baca" series. Manufactured in the 1970s.
The decor with stylised apples was designed by Danish designer Johanne Gerber an...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Set of Four Hand-Signed Stoneware Birds by Bengt Wall, Sweden, 1970s
Located in Karis, Nyland
A set of four handmade stoneware birds by Swedish ceramicist Bengt Wall, crafted in his Trosa studio in the 1970s. Each unique and hand-signed, the figures combine Nordic folk charm ...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Stoneware
Scandinavian Stoneware Vase w. Owls by Jørgen Mogensen, Royal Copenhagen, 1960s
Located in Odense, DK
Handmade stoneware vase model 21488 with Sung glazing by Danish artist Jørgen Mogensen for Royal Copenhagen in the 1960s. Relief decor with owls. Signed "JM" underneath and the three...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Stoneware
Kaj Franck Arabia Metal Bowls Set, 1950s
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Bowls set designed by Kaj Franck for Arabia and made by Finel of Finland, metal painted, circa 1950s
Signed under the base.
Available 3 large: Diameter 21 cm, height 14 cm
Availab...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Metal
$748 / set
Scandinavian Candelabra in Brass
Glass, Gunnar Ander Ystad Metal Sweden 50-60s
Located in Vorst, BE
A Swedish Modernist candelabra by Gunnar Ander. Produced by Ystad-Metall, located in the town of Ystad in Sweden.
Candle-holder for 6 candles in solid, polished brass glass cups in...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
$665 Sale Price
20% Off
Just Andersen pewter vase design by Arne Ekers, Copenhagen Denmark 1952
Located in København K, 84
This charming 1952 pewter vase, designed by Arne Ekers and manufactured by Just Andersen in Copenhagen, is a refined example of mid-20th century Danish metalwork...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Metal, Pewter
Large Abstract Sculpture by Egon Fischer Gold Painted Metal, Denmark, 1960s
By Egon Fischer
Located in Odense, DK
Unique abstract sculpture by Danish artist Egon Fischer (1935-2016). the large sculpture is made of welded iron and gold paint. To be placed on the floor ...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Metal
Pewter Boxes designed by Arne Erkers for Just Andersen, 1950s, Denmark
Located in Værløse, DK
Elegant set of Pewter Boxes designed by Arne Erkers for Just Andersen in the 1950s.
* Two (2) lidded boxes in pewter with wooden inner boxes. Originally cigarette boxes.
* Designer...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Pewter
Arne Hovmand-Olsen Grandfather Clock 1965 in Teak
Located in Handewitt, DE
Arne Hovmand-Olsen, conical shaped Grandfarher clock 1965. With brass hands and brass hour marks. Inside with shelfes. Made in teak.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
Dansk Modernist Bear Animal Figure Paperweight Silver Plated by Gunnar Cyren
By Gunnar Cyren
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
DANSK Modernist Bear Animal Figure Paperweight Silver Plated by Gunnar Cyren.
Vintage Dansk Modernist Bear Animal Figure Paperweight Silver Plated designed by Gunnar Cyren for Dansk designed in circa 1970s.
Wonderful modernist silver plated bear...
Category
Late 20th Century Japanese Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Silver Plate
Large Swedish Mid Century Ceramic Bowl by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare large Swedish mid century ceramic / stoneware "AXK" bowl in blue brown glaze by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand Sweden 1950s.
In good original condition signed and numbered by the a...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Lisa Larson for Gustavsberg. Stoneware figure from "All the world
s children."
Located in København, Copenhagen
Lisa Larson for Gustavsberg. Stoneware figure from "All the world's children."
Height 11 cm.
In perfect condition.
Marked.
Category
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
$140 Sale Price
30% Off
Pierre Forssell, Important Vase in Brass for Skultuna circa 1970, Forsell
Located in Hägersten-Liljeholmen, Stockholms län
Extremely rare and impressive vase design by Pierre Forssell in the 60's and hand made in Skultuna in Sweden. The vase in composed by a brass core and ...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
Nils Thorsson for Aluminia "Baca" Large Fruit Bowl Black
Yellow, Danish 1960s
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Rare and very large raised bowl by Nils Thorsson for the ceramic manufacturer Aluminia Denmark, later brandname Royal Copenhagen. It's from the "Baca" series and made ca. 1960s.
The...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
2 Stoneware Bowls with Aniara glaze - Berndt Friberg - Gustavsberg 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
2 Stoneware bowls by Berndt Friberg at Gustavsberg designed in the 1960s, the bowls have lovely Aniara glazes. The bowls are 4.5 and 6 cm (1.8" and ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Stoneware
Stig Lindberg large faience vase, Gustavsberg Studio, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Forserum, SE
A large faience vase, model 116 F.10, designed by Swedish ceramicist Stig Lindberg for Gustavsberg Studio in the 1940s. A hand-turned urn-shaped vessel with an applied handle, glazed...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Faience
Pair Of Brass Candlesticks by Jens H. Quistgaard For Dansk design, Denmark, 1956
Located in Balen, BE
Pair of Brass Candlesticks by Jens H. Quistgaard for Dansk Design, Denmark.
Designed in 1956 by Jens H. Quistgaard for Dansk Design, this elegant pair of brass candlesticks exemplif...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
Stunning Yellow Stoneware Vase, Berndt Friberg, Gustavsberg - 1968
Located in Stockholm, SE
A stunning yellow stoneware vase by Berndt Friberg at Gustavsberg designed in 1968, the vase has a lovely har-fur glaze. The vase is 14 cm (5.6") ta...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Stoneware
Upsala Ekeby, Vase, Earthenware, Sweden, 1940s
By Upsala Ekeby
Located in High Point, NC
A green and orange-glazed earthenware vase, designed and produced by Upsala Ekeby, Sweden, c. 1930s.
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Large Blue
Brown Stoneware Vase, Berndt Friberg, Gustavsberg 1967
Located in Stockholm, SE
A stunning, large stoneware vase by Berndt Friberg at Gustavsberg designed in 1967, the vase has a lovely har-fur glaze in blue and brown. The vase ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Stoneware
Graal Vase by Edward Hald for Orrefors, Sweden, 1953
By Orrefors, Edward Hald
Located in Stockholm, SE
Beautiful graal vase by Edward Hald, crystal clear with nuances of green. Beautiful underwater motif of fish, where the layers of glass create a lively, wat...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Glass
Nils Fougstedt Pewter Box for Firma Svenskt Tenn, 1986
Located in Stockholm, SE
Nils Fougstedt (1881-1954), Pewter Box for Firma Svenskt Tenn, 1986
This is an exquisite tin box adorned with intricate meadow flowers in relief. The delicate floral patterns bring ...
Category
1980s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass, Pewter
Iittala Alvar Aalto Clear Art Glass Sculptural Flower Savoy Vase Scandinavian
By Iittala, Alvar Aalto
Located in Miami, FL
Scandinavian Modern sculptural clear art glass savoy vase designed by Alvar Aalto for Iittala, made in Finland.
This is a beautiful handmade iconic piece from the 1980s.
Foil label ...
Category
1980s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Art Glass
Carl-Harry Stålhane Hand-Painted Stoneware Vase for Rörstrand, Sweden, 1976
Located in Karis, Nyland
Hand-thrown and hand-painted stoneware vase from Rörstrand’s art department (Drejargruppen), created by Swedish master ceramist Carl-Harry Stålhane in 1976. The tall, flared form is ...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Stoneware
Kosta Boda Bertil Vallien Volcano Series Mini Object Vase, Double Bubble 48136
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
This exquisite mini object vase is a standout piece from Bertil Vallien's iconic Volcano series, designed in 1981. The unique double bubble shape is enhanced by the stunning iridesce...
Category
1980s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Luster, Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass
Cast iron relief by Anna Petrus for Näfveqvarns Bruk, Sweden, ca 1925
Located in Stockholm, SE
Striking relief by Anna Petrus, made from cast iron. Beautiful, energetic motif of a lion with a flowing mane on its back paws, great attention to detail.
Anna Petrus was a Swedish ...
Category
1920s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Iron
1930 Pewter and Brass tray by Ellen V Kajerdt
Located in New York, NY
Pewter and Brass tray dated 1930 by Ellen V Kajerdt, Sweden. Rectangular shape with an engraved image at the center depiction a hunting scene with a man on a horse with an arrow. Age...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass, Pewter
Wall Candleholders by Pierre Forssell, Skultuna, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
Pierre Forsell designed brass pendel wall appliques. Rarer version with bobeche. Made by Skultuna, Sweden, circa 1965. In beautiful original patinated ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
Swedish Modern Brass Candelabra by Lars Holmström for Svenskt Tenn, 1950
Located in Vorst, BE
A striking candelabra in solid brass, designed by Lars Holmström for Svenskt Tenn. This sculptural piece features a sinuous, tubular structure rising from a circular base, supporting...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
Gunnar Nylund, rare Large Decorative Ceramic Vase / Carafe, Scandinavian Modern
Located in Stockholm, SE
Beautiful decorative carafe / vase in ceramic by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand, Sweden, Mid-1900s. A rare shape with a wonderful light green with spots of dark blue and grey.
Signed....
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Kay Bojesen Jointed Monkey Toy Danish Modern Teak
By Kay Bojesen
Located in San Diego, CA
Kay Bojesen articulating and jointed teak monkey. Bought from the original owner who had it in the early 1960s. Nice color and patina the cords are loosely sold AS/IS.
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Teak
$380 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage Midentury Brass Candelabra by Lars Holmström, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Amazing brass candelabra by Lars Holmström, in a distinct meander-like geometric design with a rectangular base. Holds seven candles. Heavy quality.
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
Vintage Art Glass Vase from the Satellite Series by Bertil Vallien / Kosta Boda
Located in San Diego, CA
Stunning vintage art glass vase from the "Satellite Series" by Bertil Vallien for Kosta Boda, circa 1980s. The vase is in very good vintage condition with no chips or cracks and meas...
Category
Late 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Art Glass
Scandinavian Modern decorative objects for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Scandinavian Modern decorative objects 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 objects 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 ceramic, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Scandinavian Modern decorative objects 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 objects, popular names associated with this style include Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund, Gustavsberg, and Upsala Ekeby. 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 objects differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $48 and tops out at $149,456 while the average work can sell for $883.
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