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Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

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
Tall Mid-Century Modern Vase Cobalt Blue Stoneware, Ceramic, Palshus, Denmark
Located in Brussels, Brussels
Tall Scandinavian ceramic vase in dark "Cobalt" blue by Palshus, Denmark. Model C15. Signed PLS for Annelise and Per-Linnemann-Schmidt (Palshus, Denmark). The couple created chamo...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic, Stoneware

Vase by Gunnar Nylund
Located in Long Island City, NY
Vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rostrand, Sweden, Circa 1950th. Signed.   
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Stoneware

Aluminia faience vase. Modernist design. Glaze in shades of brown.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Aluminia faience vase. Modernist design. Glaze in shades of brown. Mid-20th century. Marked. In perfect condition. Dimensions: Height 12.5 cm x Diameter 8.0 cm.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Faience

Arthur Andersson, Rare Mid-Century Stoneware Vase, Wallakra, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Malmö, SE
A rare and beautiful stoneware vase with an amazing zig zag pattern. Made by Arthur Andersson for Wallakra, Sweden, 1950s Great condition. Incised signature 'AWA' and makers mark ...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic, Stoneware

Midcentury Stoneware Vase, Berndt Friberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Small stoneware vase by Berndt Friberg, in a lovely onion form with a long neck. Beautiful pastel blue hare’s fur glaze. Berndt Friberg was a Swedish ceramicist, renowned for his st...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Stoneware

Midcentury Stoneware Miniature Vase, Berndt Friberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Minature stoneware vase by Berndt Friberg, in a slender, slightly tapering cylinder form, with white hare’s fur glaze. Berndt Friberg was a Swedish ceramicist, renowned for his ston...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Stoneware

Large Vase "Kreta" by Britt-Louise Sundell for Gustavsberg Studio, Sweden
Located in Goteborg, SE
Britt-Louise Sundell was attached to Gustavsberg for a period of three decades. She designed tableware and unique ceramic pieces. This majestic vase was made at Gustavsbergs Studio a...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

Mid Century Art Glass Bowl by Vicke Lindstrand for Kosta
Located in New York, NY
Mid century art glass bowl exhibiting an unusual and difficult technique, made in Sweden designed by Vicke Lindstrand for Kosta. This exampl...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Art Glass

Swedish Grace Bawl by Thorild Knutsson
Located in Long Island City, NY
Swedish Grace style pewter bawl by Thorild Knutsson, Granna 1931. Marked by manufacturer.
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1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Pewter

Set of Søholm Keramik Table Lamp and Vase, Denmark, 1960s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Set of decorative Søholm Keramik table lamp and vase of similar color and glazing.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Ceramic

Sarek by Olle Alberius for Rörstrand Scandinavian Blue Midcentury Vase, 1960s
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
“Sarek” Scandinavian midcentury ceramic vase in matt enamel designed by Olle Alberius for Rörstrand, made in Sweden, marked on t...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

Pair of Unique Sculptural Stoneware Vases by Bente Hansen, Denmark, 1970s
Located in Odense, DK
Pair of wonderful stoneware vessels handmade by Danish ceramics artist Bente Hansen at her own studio in the 1970s. These examples are from the very early beginning of Bente Hansens ...
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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Stoneware

Pair of Glass and Brass Vases by Pentti Sarpaneva, Finland, 1960s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Pair of glass and brass vases, designed by Pentti Sarpeneva for Oy Kumela, Finland, 1960s.
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Brass

Scandinavian Modern Faience jar by Hans Hedberg, Biot, France
Located in Stockholm, SE
Lovely jar by Hans Hedberg, made in faience in thick quality. Plump, egg-shaped form with a lid with oval indentures. Pale yellow, pinkish glaze with lichen-like flecks giving an org...
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1970s French Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Faience

2 Pc Mid Century Art Glass Nanny Still Pompadour Tamara Aladin Riihimaen Lasi Oy
Located in New York, NY
Nice lot of two pieces of Scandinavian art glass - one by Nanny Still Pompadour Vase, one attributed to Tamara Aladin. Both are in excellent original co...
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1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Art Glass

Large Eva Jancke Björk Crackle Glazed Lidded Urn. Bo Fajans, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Malmö, SE
A grand Scandinavian Modern urn with amazing off white crackle glaze. Designed by Eva Jancke-Björk for Bo Fajans, Sweden, 1940s. This urn (model 3428) was in production 1943-1951. ...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

Ceramic Vase by Gunnar Nylund, 1960 s
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Ceramic Vase by Gunnar Nylund, 1960's Additional Information: Material: Ceramic Style: Mid century, Scandinavian Produced by Rörstrand in Sweden Dimensions (W x D x H): 8.5 x 8.5 x ...
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20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

Scandinavian Modern Ceramics by EGO Stengods, Sweden 1970s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Set consisting of two ceramic bird figures and one ceramic vase, all manufactured at EGO Stengods (1966-1988) in Lidköping, Sweden 1970s. Vase hand-thrown and signed "BK" for Bruno ...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

Set of 3 Stoneware Floor Vases by Gunnar Nylund. Rorstrand, Sweden, 1940s.
Located in Malmö, SE
A set of three beautiful stoneware vases with amazing glaze. Designed by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1940s. Great condition. Incised signature "G.N." and makers mark, Rörs...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic, Stoneware

Unique Vase by Toini Muona. Arabia, Finland, 1960s.
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful and unique hand thrown stoneware vase, with amazing glaze. Made by Toini Muona at Arabia, Finland, 1960s. Excellent condition. Incised signature "TM". Toini Muona (1904-1987) was one of the most respected art ceramists and trendsetters in Finnish ceramic art and art industry in the 1930s–1950s. Her artworks represent clean modern reduced forms and motives taken from finnish nature. Toini Muona studied sketch drawing at the Central School of Fine Arts from 1923 to 1926 and postgraduate ceramics from 1926 to 1923. In the meantime, she worked as a textile designer at Atelier Vigli from 1929 to 1931, then moved to the Arabian Art Department, where she worked until 1970. In the same year, he received the Finnish National Award for Industrial Arts. Toini Muona was a skilled wheel-thrower who, especially early in her career, created vases, jars, and objets d'art influenced by old Chinese ceramics. She is best known for her nature-inspired hay vases...
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic, Stoneware

Midcentury Stoneware “Argenta” Vase by Wilhelm Kåge, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Elegant stoneware “Argenta” vase by Wilhelm Kåge in a sleek cylinder form. Decorated with a silver fish surrounded by air bubbles. Lovely attention to every detail. “Argenta” was in...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Stoneware

Large Wilhelm Kage Hand Decorated vase Gustavsberg
Located in New York, NY
A large hand decorated ceramic vase, form designed by Wilhelm Kage for Gustavsberg. The vase depicts a close up view of a garden with various flowers and a mouse. Very good condition...
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

Vintage "Antikva" Bud Vase by Bertil Vallien for Kosta Boda
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage "Antikva" bud vase by Bertil Vallien for Kosta Boda, circa 1970s. The vase is in very good vintage condition with no chips or cracks and measures 3.5"D x 6.5"H and ...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Art Glass

Ellen Malmer for Royal Copenhagen. Square "Baca" vase in earthenware.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Ellen Malmer for Royal Copenhagen. Square "Baca" vase in earthenware. Glaze in blue tones on a light base. Model: 661/3455 Date: 1969-1974. Marked. First factory quality. In perfect ...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Earthenware

Pair of Stoneware Vases Peacock Decor by Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Pair of dark brown glazed stoneware vases, designed by Sven Jonson for Gustavsberg. Overlay silver decor, stylised peacock to the front and sailing ship + fish to the back.
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Silver

John Andersson and Alfred Johansson for Höganäs Keramik Sweden
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A large earthenware vase/ jug by John Andersson and Alfred Johansson for Höganäs Keramik Sweden. Signed on bottom with signature A with a J in the mid...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

White Vase by Anna-Lisa Thomson. Gefle / Upsala Ekeby, Sweden, 1930s
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful vase by Anna-Lisa Thomson for Gefle / Upsala Ekeby, Sweden, 1930s. Excellent condition. Signed 'Thomson' on the side of the vase and stamped 'Gefle' underneath. Anna-L...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic, Earthenware

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...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic, Stoneware

Otto Brauer for Holmegaard. Bottle in white art glass with red ball. 1960s
Located in København, Copenhagen
Otto Brauer for Holmegaard. Vase / bottle in white art glass with red ball. 1960s. Measures: 36.5 x 12 cm (incl. Ball). In perfect condition.
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Art Glass

Brown Stoneware Vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful stoneware vase with amazing glaze. Designed by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1940s. Great condition. Incised signature 'NYLUND' and makers mark, Rörstrands three...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic, Stoneware

Stoneware Vase by Berndt Friberg
Located in Long Island City, NY
A glazed stoneware vase by Berndt Friberg. Signed. Measures: H 6.75" D 4.5".
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Stoneware

Set of 3 Vases Grafika by Ingrid Atterberg, Upsala-Ekeby, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Malmö, SE
Set of 3 beautiful 'Grafika' vases by Ingrid Atterberg at Upsala-Ekeby, Sweden, 1950s. Excellent condition. Impressed 'EKEBY' and 'Abg' (for Atterberg). Measurements Height / diam...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic, Earthenware

Nanny Still for Riihimäen Lasi, Finland. Bottle in petrol blue art glass
Located in København, Copenhagen
Nanny Still (1926-2009) for Riihimäen Lasi, Finland. Vase/bottle in petrol blue mouth-blown art glass. 1960s. Perfect condition. Signed. Dimensions: H 34.0 cm x D 5.8 cm.
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1960s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Art Glass

GAB Sweden Bronze Vase, 1940s
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A beautiful art deco vase produced by GAB, Guldsmedsaktiebolaget circa 1940s. Appearing to have been enagraved at some point. Great patina throughout- please reference photos for col...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Bronze

Midcentury Stoneware Vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Beautiful, tall stoneware vase by Gunnar Nylund, in an elegant, sleek form. Glazed a striking aquamarine color. Gunnar Nylund was one of the most influential ceramicists and designe...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Stoneware

Scandinavian Modern Stoneware vase from Tobo, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Striking stoneware vase by Eric and Ingrid Triller, in a streamlined, compact shape. Beautiful, opaque cobalt blue glaze. Fleeing World War II, German potters Eric and Ingrid Trille...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Stoneware

Scandinavian Modern Stoneware Vase, Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1950
Located in Stockholm, SE
Beautiful stoneware vase by Carl-Harry Stålhane in a neat Size and sleek form. Steely blue glaze with color speckles that have a golden effect.
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Stoneware

Large Bronze Art Deco Vase by Sune Backstrom, Sweden, 1920s
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful bronze vase with amazing patina. Designed by Sune Bäckström in Malmoe, Sweden, 1920s. Great condition. Stamped 'BRONS', model number '9044' and signature 'Sune Bäckstr...
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1920s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Bronze

Handkerchief Art Glass Vase Reffla by Arthur Percy for Gullaskruf, Sweden 1950s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Mouthblown art glass vase, light-blue hues handkerchief style, designed in 1952 by Arthur Percy for Gullaskruf.
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Art Glass

Midcentury Stoneware "Gnurgla" Vase by Stig Lindberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Lovely miniature stoneware vase by Stig Lindberg, model called “Gnurgla”. Unique, in a whimsical, smooth drop form. Glazed glossy nuances of rich brown.
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Stoneware

Mona Morales for Kosta Boda, "Ventana" Vase in Mouth-Blown Art Glass
Located in København, Copenhagen
Mona Morales (1908-1999) for Kosta Boda. "Ventana" vase in mouth-blown art glass, 1980s. In very good condition. Incised signature. Measures: 19 x 11.5 cm.
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1980s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Blown Glass

Round Stylized Ceramic Lidded Trinket Box with Apple Motif by Rosenthal
Located in San Diego, CA
Round stylized ceramic lidded trinket box with apple motif by Rosenthal Studio Line, circa 1970s. The box is in very good vintage condition with no chips, cracks or crazing and measu...
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Mid-20th Century German Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

Börje Skohg / WALL TILE / Gustavsberg / 1977
Located in Shibuya-Ku, JP
Börje Skohg began his career in 1947 as a silver decorative painter in Gustavsberg's Argenta department. In 1949, Wilhelm Kage recognised her decorative skills and allowed her to lea...
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1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Stoneware

Scandinavian Modern Britt-Louise Sundell, Vases and Dish for Gustavsberg, Sweden
Located in New York, NY
Three "Kreta" pieces by Britt-Louise Sundell, for Gustavsberg made of charmotte clay. Made in Sweden circa 1950's. Measures: Diameter 11.75", height: 2” Height; 10", diameter: 8....
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

Swedish Mid Century Ceramic Vase by Arthur Andersson for Wallåkra Sweden, 1940s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare Swedish mid century striped stoneware ceramic vase in brown and yellow glaze by Arthur Andersson for Wallåkra Sweden, 1940s. In good original condition and signed by the artist....
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Stoneware

Three Ceramic Vessels by Hermann Bongard for Figgjo Flint, Norway, 1960s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Two vases and one oil lamp from the same series designed by Hermann Bongard for Figgjo Flint, Norway 1960s.
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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Ceramic

Set of 2 White Surrea Vases by Wilhelm Kage for Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Malmö, SE
A set of 2 beautiful 'Surrea' stoneware vases with 'Carrara' glaze. Made by Wilhelm Kåge at Gustavsberg Studio in Sweden, 1940s. Great condition. Wilhelm Kåge was a Swedish artis...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic, Stoneware

Tamara Aladin for Riihimäen Lasi, Finland. Art glass vase, 1960s
Located in København, Copenhagen
Tamara Aladin (1932-2019) for Riihimäen Lasi, Finland. Art glass vase in turquoise. Model 1365. 1960s. Marked. Perfect condition. Dimensions: H 16.0 cm x D 7.0 cm.
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1960s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Art Glass

Brown Stoneware Vase by Yngve Blixt, Höganäs, Sweden, 1974
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful stoneware vase with amazing 'leopard' glaze. Made by Yngve Blixt, in his studio in Höganäs, Sweden, 1974. Excellent condition. Incised Yngve Blixt, Höganäs. Yngve Blix...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic, Stoneware

White Surrea Vase by Wilhelm Kage for Gustavsberg Studio, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful 'Surrea' stoneware vase with 'Carrara' glaze. Made by Wilhelm Kåge at Gustavsberg Studio in Sweden, 1940s. Great condition. The glaze is a bit shinier than it usually ...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic, Stoneware

Ceramic Vase by Mari Simmulson for Upsala-Ekeby
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Stunning two-tone glazed vase by Mari Simmulson for Upsala-Ekeby. Grey outer-yellowish green inner glazing. Photographed with Bertoia side chair and Eames LTW for scale.
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

Tapio Wirkkala Large Iittala Glass Vase
Located in Sharon, CT
The largest version of this famous form. Opaque white and clear glass. Measures: 35 cm. (13 3/4")
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1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Glass

Brown Stoneware Vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful stoneware vase with amazing glaze. Designed by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1940s. Great condition. Incised makers mark, Rörstrands three crowns. Gunnar Nylun...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic, Stoneware

Pair of Brown Stoneware Vases by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Malmö, SE
A pair of beautiful stoneware vases with amazing glaze. Designed in 1942 by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden. Great condition. Incised signature "G.N." and makers mark, Rörstran...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic, Stoneware

Mid-Century Scandinavian Stig Lindberg Reptil Matte White Vase
Located in San Diego, CA
Stig Lindberg for Gustavsberg Reptil ceramic matte white vase. It retains the original labels on the bottom.
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Sommerso Plum Art Glass Vase, 1950s
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This glass vase was manufactured in Scandinavia during the 1950s. Made of art glass in the Sommerso technique, which in Italian means immersed. This technique involves repeatedly pla...
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1950s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Glass

Olle Alberius Ceramic Scandinavian Vase "Sarek" for Rörstrand, 1960
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Scandinavian ceramic vase “Sarek” in matt enamel designed by Olle Alberius for Rörstrand, made in Sweden, marked on the bottom, 1960s.
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Ceramic

Unique Stoneware Vase by Swedish Ceramist Rune Bergman
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful and unique stoneware vase with amazing glaze. Made by Swedish ceramist Rune Bergman in his studio in Simrishamn, Sweden. Excellent condition. Signed 'RB'.
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Early 2000s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Vase Carrara by Wilhelm Kåge for Gustavsberg Studio, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Malmö, SE
Beautiful vase made by Wilhelm Kåge at Gustavsberg Studio in Sweden, 1940s. Carrara glazed stoneware. Excellent condition. Stamped 'Gustavsberg / CARRARA / 1132'. Wilhelm K...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Pewter Jar by Anna Petrus, Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, 1931
Located in Stockholm, SE
Amazing pewter jar by Anna Petrus, with a line of brass encircling the base and lid. Expressive lion on the lid, body decorated with a graphic pattern.
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1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Brass, Pewter

Scandinavian Modern vases and vessels for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Scandinavian Modern vases and vessels 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 vases and vessels created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass, folk art and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with ceramic, stoneware and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Scandinavian Modern vases and vessels 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 vases and vessels, popular names associated with this style include Rörstrand, Upsala Ekeby, Gunnar Nylund, 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 vases and vessels differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $49 and tops out at $20,792 while the average work can sell for $1,103.

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