Höganäs Keramik was the premier manufacturer of Swedish heat-resistant and heat-retentive stoneware in the early 20th century. Ceramics have had a home in Höganäs — which is in Scania County, Sweden — for hundreds of years, with the likes of Höganäsbolaget firing ware in its kilns since at least the early 1800s.
Johansson Olofsson and Sigfrid Johansson initially founded what would become Höganäs Keramik in 1909. Olofsson left in 1910 and Karl Andersson stepped in. The firm was called Andersson & Johansson for a period, and with durability and functionality driving the early designs over form, its inaugural pieces appeared modest and rustic. The founders later traded under Höganäs Keramik, and the company’s designs increasingly incorporated more vivid glazes and livelier forms, while also maintaining the durability and quality standards that had been synonymous with their output. By 1914, Höganäs Keramik pieces were interesting enough to participate in the Baltic Exhibition in Malmö, Sweden.
In the 1920s, Höganäs expanded their site in order to broaden their range of offerings and increase their production capabilities. Manufacturing at the firm grew during the 1940s, as they moved to a facility twice the size of their previous factory. In 1948, the company diversified its production to include molds, pots and pans.
In the 1950s, the company launched the Old Höganäs series, reflecting on the creations that brought their success, while also bringing in notable ceramicists such as John Andersson, Signe Persson-Melin and Hertha Bengtsson to contribute to their growing repertoire of designs.
Höganäs is now part of the Iittala Group, which was purchased by Fiskars Corporation in 2007, and remains celebrated for centuries of innovations in ceramic production.
On 1stDibs, find a selection of antique and vintage Höganäs Keramik serveware, lighting and ceramic decor.
Höganas Keramik, Bowl, Glazed Stoneware, Höganäs, Sweden, 1940s
By Höganäs Keramik
Located in High Point, NC
A stoneware bowl designed by Höganas Keramik, produced in Sweden, 1940s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 2.6"H x 10.4"W x 8.75"D All items ship from High Point, North Carolina.
Earthenware
Alfred Johansson Earthenware Bowl for Höganäs Keramik Sweden
By Höganäs Keramik
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A small decorative bowl designed by Alfred Johansson for Höganäs Keramik. Very unique design with light yellow glaze and splashes of brown colors. Other notable designers from the ...
Earthenware
$320Sale Price / set|20% Off
Set of 6 Small Mid-Century Scandinavian Modern Collectible Brown Stoneware Bowls
By Gunnar Borg, Höganäs Keramik
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This set of 6 miniature bowls was designed by Gunnar Borg for the Swedish manufacture Höganäs Keramik during the 1960s. Handmade by the Master, with the utmost care and attention to ...
Ceramic, Stoneware
$785Sale Price / set|20% Off
Set of 3 Small Mid-Century Scandinavian Modern Collectible Brown Stoneware Bowls
By John Andersson, Höganäs Keramik
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
Height 2 cm Width 4 cm Depth 4 cm Height 2 cm Width 2.5 cm Depth 2.5 cm Height 2 cm Width 2.5 cm Depth 2.5 cm This set of 3 miniature bowls was designed by John Andersson for ...
Ceramic, Stoneware
$785Sale Price / item|20% Off
Set of 4 Small MidCentury Scandinavian Modern Collectible Brown Stoneware Bowls
By Gunnar Borg, Höganäs Keramik
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
1. Height 1 cm Width 3 cm Depth 3 cm 2. Height 1 cm Width 3 cm Depth 3 cm 3. Height 1 cm Width 2 cm Depth 2 cm 4. Height 1 cm Width 2 cm Depth 2 cm This set of 4 miniature b...
Ceramic, Stoneware
Upsala Ekeby, Bowl, Earthenware, Sweden, 1930s
By Upsala Ekeby
Located in High Point, NC
A cream-white and orange glazed earthenware bowl produced by Upsala Ekeby, Sweden, c. 1930s. Wear consistent with age and use Overall Dimensions (inches): 4.0"H x 10.5"W x 10.0"D ...
Earthenware
Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bronze Bowls Set, Europe, Circa 1970
Located in London, GB
Set of three sculptural Mid-Century Modern bronze cast bowl with decorative open pattern. Great center pieces and functional bowls. High quality hand crafted items each have real character in texture and shape with their original patina. Individual dimensions, Open pattern bowl; Diameter 23 cm Height 3 cm Maximum textural pattern bowl; Diameter 19 cm Height 4 cm Waved bowl...
Bronze
Art Deco Bronze Bowl by Gunnar Nylund, Sweden, 1940s
By Just Andersen, Akta Brons, Sune Bäckström, GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget, Gunnar Nylund
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful art deco bronze bowl with amazing patina. Designed by Gunnar Nylund for Äkta Brons, Sweden, 1940s. Excellent condition. Initials 'G.N.' on the front. Stamped 'ÄKTA BRON...
Bronze
Mid-Century Modern Teak Wood Bowls, Sweden, Set of 4
Located in Grythyttan, SE
A very stylish mid-century modern four teak wood bowls. Designed and manufactured in Sweden. Whether displayed as a standalone art pieces or used practically to hold fruits, decorati...
Teak
Kahler, Denmark, Glazed Stoneware Dish Bowl, circa 1940s
Located in København, Copenhagen
Kähler, Denmark, glazed stoneware dish bowl. circa 1940s. Stamped. Measures: 21.5 cm. X 3.5 cm. In perfect condition.
$929
H 1.97 in Dm 5.91 in
Wilhelm Kåge Argenta Stoneware Bowl with Silver Inlay, Gustavsberg, Sweden 1940s
Located in Stockholm, SE
A refined Argenta stoneware bowl designed by Wilhelm Kåge for Gustavsberg, Sweden, produced during the 1940s. The bowl features a deep turquoise-green glaze, characteristic of the A...
Sterling Silver
Art Deco Bronze Bowl by Gunnar Nylund, Sweden, 1940s
By GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget, Just Andersen, Sune Bäckström, Akta Brons, Gunnar Nylund
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful art deco bronze bowl with amazing patina. Designed by Gunnar Nylund for Äkta Brons, Sweden, 1940s. Excellent condition. Initials 'G.N.' on the front. Stamped 'ÄKTA BRON...
Bronze
Nils Thorsson for Royal Copenhagen. Stoneware bowl with celadon glaze. 1940s
Located in København, Copenhagen
Nils Thorsson Royal Copenhagen. Bowl, model 4204, 1940s. Thrown stoneware bowl with elegant celadon glaze in soft green tones. Simple and balanced form, characteristic of Nils Thorss...
Stoneware
Small Mid-Century Modern Danish Studio Pottery Bowls, 1960s, Set of 2
Located in Hamburg, DE
Small Mid-Century Modern Danish Studio Pottery Bowls, 1960s, Set of 2
Ceramic
Pair of small teak bowls
By Jens Quistgaard
Located in Cedar Falls, IA
Pair (2) small teak bowls. Styled after Jens Quistgaard for Dansk. Good vintage condition.
Teak
$418Sale Price|20% Off
H 2.17 in Dm 11.19 in
Modernist Stoneware Bowl by Kähler Keramik, Gray Glaze, Denmark, 1980s
By Kähler, Kähler Keramik
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Modernist stoneware centerpiece bowl by Kähler Keramik in 1988. Light gray spotted glaze and unglazed sandcolored ceramic material side by side in lined graphic patterns. To be used...
Stoneware, Pottery, Clay, Ceramic
$104 / item
H 2.17 in Dm 5.91 in
Danish Teak Bowls Set, Scandinavian Modern, Solid Teak, Sweden, 1960s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Danish craftmanship, eight teak bowls in solid teak.
Teak
Orange Lacquered Ceramic Goblet Vase by A J Höganäs, Stockholm, Sweden
By Höganäs Keramik
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Stoccolma, Sweden, 1940s. This elegant goblet vase / centerpiece is made in lacquered ceramic. It is a vintage piece, therefore it might show slight traces, but it can be con...
Ceramic
Sold
H 1.58 in W 4.34 in D 4.34 in
Pair of Small MidCentury Scandinavian Modern Collectible Glazed Stoneware Bowls
By Gunnar Borg, Höganäs Keramik
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
1. Height 4 cm Width 11 cm Depth 11 cm 2. Height 3 cm Width 9 cm Depth 9 cm This set of 2 miniature bowls was designed by Gunnar Borg for the Swedish manufacture Höganäs Kerami...
Ceramic, Stoneware