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
Timo Sarpaneva / VASE FINLANDIA(Grey) 3356 / Iittala
Located in Shibuya-Ku, JP
The FINLANDIA series, introduced in 1964, was Timo Sarpaneva's masterpiece of the 1960s.
While repeatedly exploring and experimenting with glass expression in pursuit of new techniq...
Category
1960s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass
Small Bronze Art Deco Vase Pen Holder by GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget, Sweden 1930s
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful small bronze vase or pen holder with amazing patina.
Made by GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget, Sweden, 1930s.
Good condition, some light scratches and wear to the patination.
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
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...
Category
Late 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Crystal
Danish Ceramic "Pondus the Penguin" Bank by Knabstrup
By Knabstrup
Located in San Diego, CA
Scarce large "Pondus the Penguin" bank made from red earthenware pottery by Danish factory Knabstrup, circa 1960s. This is a charming and very collectible piece that is in very good ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Earthenware
Blue Stoneware Floor Vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Malmö, SE
A rare and beautiful stoneware vase with amazing blue glaze.
Designed by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1940s.
Good condition. Factory second due to a glaze flaw on the rim, f...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Large Gunnar Nylund Sage Green Stoneware Plate, Sweden, 1960s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Muted sage olive green stoneware plate with ribbed diagonal edges under the matte glaze. Designed by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand’s Ritzi line. Stamped under base.
Great vintage cond...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Clay, Pottery, Stoneware
Small Bronze Art Deco Vase Pen Holder by GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget, Sweden 1930s
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful small bronze vase or pen holder with amazing patina.
Made by GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget, Sweden, 1930s.
Good condition, but with an inscription to the base.
Guldsmeds...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
Small Bronze Art Deco Vase Pen Holder by GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget, Sweden 1930s
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful small bronze vase or pen holder with amazing patina.
Made by GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget, Sweden, 1930s.
Great condition, only some light scratches and wear to the pati...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
Vicke Lindstrand for Kosta,
Sea Weed
- Swedish Mid-Century - (3-Piece Set)
Located in Stockholm, SE
A refined and fully signed 3-piece collection by celebrated Swedish designer Vicke Lindstrand for Kosta, 1950s–60s. This group includes a tall vase, a sculptural wide vase, and a mat...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Art Glass
Midcentury Stoneware Vase by Berndt Friberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Striking small stoneware vase by Berndt Friberg, in an appealing round form with a cylinder shaped neck. Creamy pale blue hare’s fur glaze.
Berndt Friberg was a Swedish ceramicist, ...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Stoneware
Pentti Sarpaneva candlestick Pitsi, Turun Hopean, bronze, Finland, 1960s
Located in Forserum, SE
A Brutalist candlestick from the Pitsi (“Lace”) series, designed in the late 1960s by Pentti Sarpaneva for the Finnish firm Turun Hopea Oy. Crafted from gilt bronze with intricate, p...
Category
1960s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
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
Danish Ceramic Dish Bowl Palshus Denmark Per
Annelise Linnemann-Schmidt
Located in Brussels, Brussels
Ceramic vide-poche or low bowl in olive green tones with a subtle blue flame in the center. It comes with a thick glaze.
Scandinavian Mid-Century 1960s, produced by Palshus (Denmark...
Category
Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Green Stoneware Vase by Gertrud Lönegren, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1930s.
Located in Malmö, SE
Beautiful Swedish Grace stoneware vase with amazing glaze.
Made by Gertrud Lönegren at Rorstrand in Sweden between 1936-41.
Great condition. Tiny firing crack from production to top...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Scandinavia modern seaweed and fish vases made by Vicke Lindstrand Kosta, Sweden
Located in Skarpnäck, SE
A pair of extraordinary handblown vintage signed glass vases, known as "Sjögräs" (translates to sea grass or seaweed) made and signed by Vicke Lindstrand for Kosta, Sweden. The shap...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Art Glass
$711 Sale Price / set
25% Off
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...
Category
1960s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Metal
Scandinavian Modern Tall Swedish Mid-Century Glass Vase by Pukeberg
Located in New York, NY
Scandinavian Modern Swedish Mid-Century tall clear glass vase with textured body made by Pukeberg, circa 1960s.
Measures: H 12.5", diameter 6".
Category
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Art Glass
Upsala Ekeby, Vase, Earthenware, Sweden, 1930s
By Upsala Ekeby
Located in High Point, NC
A hand-painted beige and green-glazed earthenware vase designed and produced by Upsala Ekeby, Sweden, 1930s.
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Earthenware
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.
...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Pewter
Curt M. Addin (1931-2007) for Glumslöv. Freeform vase, 1960s/70s
Located in København, Copenhagen
Curt M. Addin (1931-2007) for Glumslöv.
Freeform vase in partially glazed stoneware. Beautiful speckled glaze in shades of blue-green.
Swedish design, 1960s / 70s.
Measures: 19.5 x...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Stoneware
Vintage Vanity or Desk Set in Brass: Jars
Napkin Holder
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Vintage desk or vanity set consisting of a stylish (bend circle) napkin holder a lidded and an open jar/vase/cup. Everything executed in solid brass and displaying patina consistent ...
Category
1970s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
Candle Sticks in Brass by Jens Harald Quistgaard for Dansk Designs, 1950s
By Dansk, Jens Quistgaard
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
Stoneware Vase by Berndt Friberg for Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1962
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful stoneware vase with amazing hare’s fur glaze.
Made by master thrower Berndt Friberg, in the artist's studio at Gustavsberg, Sweden.
Excellent condition. Incised signa...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand, Ceramic Bowl in Blue and Brown Glaze
Located in København, Copenhagen
Gunnar Nylund (1904-1997) for Rörstrand, ceramic bowl in shades of blue and brown.
In excellent condition.
Second factory quality.
Marked.
Dimensions: H 9.0 x D 13.5 cm.
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Hans-Agne Jakobsson Table Lamp Model BN25 in Aluminum, Markaryd 1960s
Located in Lisse, NL
Highly elegant and timeless Scandinavian table lamp, designed for a desk, side table or reading corner.
There is a certain quiet sophistication to rare lighting designs from the 196...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Aluminum
"Liljan", Ivar Ålenius Björk for Skultuna, a Pair of Candlesticks
Located in København, Copenhagen
"Liljan", Ivar Ålenius Björk for Skultuna, a pair of candlesticks in patinated brass.
2000s.
Swedish classic design.
In perfect condition.
Dimensions: W 20.0 x H 13.0 cm.
The Liljan candlestick was designed for the World Exhibition...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
Scandinavian Modern Sculpture, Erik Höglund, Most Likely Unique, ca 1960s
By Erik Höglund
Located in Örebro, SE
Amazing Scandinavian Modern sculpture by Erik Höglund, ca 1960s.
This sculpture is most likely unique. Not signed.
Good vintage condition, wear and patina consistent with age and u...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Concrete, Steel
Berndt Friberg for Gustavsberg Studio. Miniature vase in stoneware. Mid-20th C.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Berndt Friberg for Gustavsberg Studio, Sweden.
Beautiful, wheel-thrown miniature vase in stoneware.
The glaze features the characteristic fine hare’s fur technique in predominantly ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Stoneware
Olive Green / Grey Ceramic Vase, Pia Rönndahl Rörstrand, Scandinavian Modern
By Rörstrand
Located in Stockholm, SE
A lovely olive-green / gray vase designed by Pia Rönndahl at Rörstrand in the 1980s. The vase is 17.5 cm high and in excellent condition except from some minor marks. It is marked as...
Category
1980s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Midcentury Stoneware Vase by Berndt Friberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Lovely small stoneware vase by Berndt Friberg, in an ample, compact form with a funnel shaped neck. Decorated with soft blue hare’s fur glaze.
Berndt Friberg was a Swedish ceramicis...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Stoneware
Bronze Jewelry boxes by Just Andersen
Located in Long Island City, NY
A patinated bronze jewelry box by Just Andersen. Denmark, Circa 1930th.
Stamped and numbered. Excellent vintage condition.
Category
1930s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
Set of 3 Beautiful Stoneware Vases by Swedish Ceramist Claes Thell, 1986
Located in Malmö, SE
A set of three beautiful stoneware vases with amazing glaze.
Made by Claes Thell, in the Artist's studio, Höganäs, Sweden, 1986.
Excellent condition. Signed 'Thell '86'.
Claes The...
Category
Late 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Arthur Andersson, Set of 3 Mid-Century Stoneware Vases, Wallakra, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Malmö, SE
A set of three beautiful stoneware vases with amazing glaze.
Made by Arthur Andersson for Wallakra, Sweden, 1950s
Great condition.
Incised signature 'AWA' and impressed makers mar...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, 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
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
Vintage Danish Large Decorated Porcelain Dish by Bjørn Wiinblad, 1970s
Located in Asaa, DK
Vintage Danish large decorated porcelain dish by Bjørn Wiinblad, 1970s.
Large rectangular white dish designed by famous Danish designer Bjørn Wiinblad and made by Danish manufacture...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Porcelain
Set of Oiva Toikka Birds
Bottles, Red Ibis, Pheseant, Iittala
Nuutajärvi
Located in Helsinki, FI
A beautiful set of Oiva Toikka birds and two bottles. The set includes the Red Ibish by Oiva Toikka that was introduced in 2005 and was in production ...
Category
Late 20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Art Glass
Bjørn Wiinblad. "Autumn" figurine in blue glazed earthenware. 1964
Located in København, Copenhagen
Bjørn Wiinblad (1918-2006). "Autumn" from the series "The Four Seasons", figurine in blue glazed earthenware.
Model number M22.
Signed with monogram and dated '64.
In perfect conditi...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Art Glass Bird ‘Willow Grouse’ by Oiva Toikka for Nuutajärvi, Finland, 1980s
Located in Karis, Nyland
Hand-blown glass bird from Oiva Toikka’s celebrated Birds by Toikka collection for Nuutajärvi. The model Riekko - Finnish for willow grouse - was created with softly speckled beige a...
Category
1980s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Art Glass
Terracotta Sculpture of Laying Woman by Åke Holm, 1960s
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.
...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
$640 Sale Price
20% Off
Green Nanny Still
Grapponia
Glass Art Vase by Riihimäen Lasi, Finland, 1968.
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful mouth-blown 'Grapponia' midcentury glass vase in the rare green color.
Designed by Nanny Still for Riihimäen Lasi, Finland, 1968. In production 1968-1975.
Great conditi...
Category
Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Glass
Arne Tjomsland 1950s Artic Musk Ox Mid-Century Scandinavian Norway Sculpture Vtg
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Rare small musk Ox figure/carving. Hand worked Norwegian Pine wood and leather. Burnished makers marks to bottom.
Arne Tjomsland was Norways leading souvenir designer in the 1950s...
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1950s Norwegian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
$1,516 Sale Price
20% Off
1950s Danish Teak Freeform Carved Nut Bowl Table Centerpiece Vintage Modern
By Finn Juhl
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Obscure Danish Design Company, AL-BO. Highly finished, thin walled Teak wedge-shaped bowl.
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Teak
$557 Sale Price
29% Off
Audiomus Female -Design Glass Ball speaker with built-In subwoofer and amplifier
Located in Copenhagen, DK
BORN IN THE FUTURE. TUNED BY THE PAST.
Audiomus is more than a speaker it’s a sculptural audio experience. Combining the precision of high-end speaker engineering with the soul of c...
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Concrete, Chrome
Stunning Red Stoneware Vase attributed to Gunnar Nylund Rörstrand
Located in Stockholm, SE
A stunning globose vase with a lovely glaze attributed to Gunnar Nylund at Rörstrand. The vase is not marked except from 3 stars below but it is a Rörstrand vase and it might be desi...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Stoneware
Original Danish Piet Hein "Solitaire" Teak Board Game Complete Set Vintage 1960s
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Vintage "Solitaire" board game designed by Piet Hein for Danish wood manufacturer Skjøde, Skjern. Both the board and the pegs are made from teak.
Designed and made ca. 1960s.
This piece comes including the original leather bag for storing the pegs and the original instructions in Danish, German and English attached to the bottom.
Marked on bottom:
Piet Hein Skjøde...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood, Leather, Teak
$427 Sale Price
20% Off
Gunnar Ander, Ystad Metall, candelabra candlestick, brass
glass, Sweden, 1960s
Located in Forserum, SE
A graceful mid-century candelabra designed by Gunnar Ander in the 1960s for the Swedish manufacturer Ystad Metall. Crafted from brass, it features five candleholders with blue glass ...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
Set of Six Arthur Percy Handblown Glass Vases for Gullaskruf, Sweden 1950
s
Located in Stockholm, SE
A striking collection of six handblown glass vases designed by Arthur Percy for Gullaskruf Glasbruk, Sweden, circa 1950s. Each vase features Percy’s signature elongated neck and orga...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Blown Glass
Wall Candleholders by Pierre Forssell, Skultuna, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
Priced per individual piece. Pendel/Reflex wall candleholders by Pierre Forssell, manufactured by Skultuna, Sweden, 1950s. Good original vintage cond...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
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
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
Scandinavian Wooden Candleholders, Set of 6
Located in KUTNO, PL
This set of Scandinavian wooden candle holders is a perfect example of the simplicity and natural beauty that characterize Scandinavian design. Made of wood, often from light species...
Category
1960s Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
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
Kosta Boda Vase by Bertil Vallien Iridescent Finish Numbered 77638 Vintage
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
Beautiful, decorative, signed designer glass vase from the 1960s by Bertil Vallien for Boda Glasbruk, Sweden. The vase features blue glass with color crumbs and a polished pontil. Th...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Luster
Scandinavian, Stoneware Blue Lidded Jar, Jacob Bang, Own Studio, 1970s, Denmark
By Jacob Bang
Located in Odense, DK
A striking and rare studio piece by Danish ceramic artist Jacob Bang, this hand-crafted stoneware lidded jar embodies the sculptural sensibility and material depth that define Bang’s...
Category
1970s Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Stoneware
Green Ceramic Vase by Eva Jancke Bjork for Bo Fajans, Sweden, 1940s.
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful Scandinavian Modern ceramic vase with amazing glaze.
Designed by Eva Jancke-Björk for Bo Fajans, Sweden, 1940s.
Great condition. No chips, cracks or crazing.
Makers mar...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Earthenware
Midcentury Stoneware Platter by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Beautiful stoneware platter by Gunnar Nylund, with an embossed pattern. Dark brown glaze with celadon green “Mimosa” flecks.
Gunnar Nylund was one of the most influential ceramicist...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Stoneware
Stoneware Vase by Berndt Friberg for Gustavsberg Studio, Sweden, 1969
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful stoneware vase with amazing hare’s fur glaze.
Made by master thrower Berndt Friberg, in the artist's studio at Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1969.
Great condition.
Incised signa...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Upsala Ekeby, Vase, Earthenware, Sweden, 1930s
By Upsala Ekeby
Located in High Point, NC
A sizeable green and beige-glazed earthenware vase designed and produced by Upsala Ekeby, Sweden, 1930s.
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Earthenware
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
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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