Scandinavian Vases, Urns, Jars & Bottles

94 Ideas by James Huniford

If you want to master minimalist Nordic styling, you need decorative accents that balance clean lines with organic warmth. I selected these pieces for their matte ceramic finishes and earth-toned stoneware, helping you create serene, artfully styled vignettes.

Floor Vase: Textured Black, Wabi-Sabi minimalist urn decor, Pitted finish.

Floor Vase: Textured Black, Wabi-Sabi minimalist urn decor, Pitted finish.

A low-slung silhouette paired with a cratered, moon-like texture creates a bold, wabi-sabi statement for modern spaces.
Decorative Vase: Bulbous Gray & Gold Ribbed, Scandinavian style shelf decor.

Decorative Vase: Bulbous Gray & Gold Ribbed, Scandinavian style shelf decor.

The juxtaposition of matte gray texture and metallic gold ribbing creates a sophisticated focal point for any minimalist surface.
Globe Vase: Pale Yellow Washed, Vertical Ribbing, Organic modern globe urn.

Globe Vase: Pale Yellow Washed, Vertical Ribbing, Organic modern globe urn.

Fine vertical ribbing and a soft canary wash transform this globe vase into a tactile focal point for any minimalist shelf.
Ceramic Vase: Hand Painted Folk Art Urn, Dual Handles, Norwegian pottery.

Ceramic Vase: Hand Painted Folk Art Urn, Dual Handles, Norwegian pottery.

Charming hand-painted folk motifs bring a vibrant, narrative quality to this classic mid-century ovoid ceramic urn.
Temple Jar: Glossy Blue Geometric Pattern on White Ceramic with Finial Top

Temple Jar: Glossy Blue Geometric Pattern on White Ceramic with Finial Top

The bold cobalt blue interlocking chain pattern gives this classic ceramic temple jar a refreshing, modern graphic edge.
Decorative Vase: Charcoal Stoneware with Ribbed Surface and Dual Handles

Decorative Vase: Charcoal Stoneware with Ribbed Surface and Dual Handles

These charcoal urns feature a striking ribbed texture and dual handles that bring an aged, artisan-crafted feel to any surface.
Pedestal Vase: Fluted Oxblood Lustre Glaze, Swedish art deco pottery.

Pedestal Vase: Fluted Oxblood Lustre Glaze, Swedish art deco pottery.

The striking oxblood and blue lustre glaze brings a sophisticated, iridescent depth to this classic fluted Scandinavian form.
Sculptural Vase: Tall Blue Ombré, Matte Finish, Mid-century modern ceramic.

Sculptural Vase: Tall Blue Ombré, Matte Finish, Mid-century modern ceramic.

This tall sculptural vase uses a sophisticated matte ombré glaze to turn a simple silhouette into a standout artistic statement.
Decorative Jar with Branches Mottled Stoneware Ribbed Ceramic

Decorative Jar with Branches Mottled Stoneware Ribbed Ceramic

The interplay of a mottled stoneware jar and vertical ribbed ceramic creates a serene, texture-rich focal point for any mantel.
Ginger Jar: Glossy Chinoiserie Pattern with Removable Lid and Curved Body

Ginger Jar: Glossy Chinoiserie Pattern with Removable Lid and Curved Body

This ornate blue and white ginger jar adds a sophisticated Chinoiserie focal point to this clean, modern kitchen setting.
Lidded Ginger Jar: Crackle Glaze, Narrative Scene, Traditional Chinoiserie.

Lidded Ginger Jar: Crackle Glaze, Narrative Scene, Traditional Chinoiserie.

This crackle-glazed ginger jar features a vibrant narrative scene and a charming terracotta finial for a stately look.
Tapered Vase: Vintage Wood Poker Work, Rustic floral tabletop accent.

Tapered Vase: Vintage Wood Poker Work, Rustic floral tabletop accent.

This tapered wood-toned vase brings a touch of warmth with its hand-rendered red floral motif and textured, artisanal rim detail.
Ginger Jar: Green Chinoiserie Floral Pattern with Pointed Finial Lid

Ginger Jar: Green Chinoiserie Floral Pattern with Pointed Finial Lid

The refreshing green-and-white botanical pattern breathes a classic yet airy elegance into traditional Chinoiserie decor.
Temple Jar, Sage Green Chinoiserie with Bird Motif and Lid

Temple Jar, Sage Green Chinoiserie with Bird Motif and Lid

The intricate bird and floral motif on this sage green temple jar brings a timeless, Chinoiserie-inspired elegance to any console table.
Decorative Vases: Two-Tone Olive & Cream, Ribbed Base, Scandinavian decor.

Decorative Vases: Two-Tone Olive & Cream, Ribbed Base, Scandinavian decor.

A striking contrast of smooth and ribbed textures gives these matte-finished vases a refined, Scandinavian-inspired feel.
Bud Vases: Scandinavian Modern Miniature Collection, Earthy Reactive Glaze.

Bud Vases: Scandinavian Modern Miniature Collection, Earthy Reactive Glaze.

This collection celebrates organic forms through a curated mix of earthy reactive glazes and slender, mid-century modern silhouettes.
Decorative Vase: Imari Style, Cobalt Blue & Rust, Oriental floral ceramic urn.

Decorative Vase: Imari Style, Cobalt Blue & Rust, Oriental floral ceramic urn.

This ornate ceramic vase captivates with its vibrant Imari-style palette and delicate butterfly motif atop a classic ovoid silhouette.
Lidded Jar: Vibrant Sky Blue Glass, Domed Lid, Mid-century modern glass jar.

Lidded Jar: Vibrant Sky Blue Glass, Domed Lid, Mid-century modern glass jar.

This vibrant sky-blue glass urn features a sleek bulbous silhouette and a matching domed lid for a clean, bold statement.
Asymmetrical Blue Glass Vase Organic Bottle Silhouette Coastal Decor

Asymmetrical Blue Glass Vase Organic Bottle Silhouette Coastal Decor

An asymmetrical silhouette and subtle sea-blue tint give this hand-blown glass vase a serene, organic presence.
Vase Set Two-Tone Speckled Glaze with Matte Rim Modern Farmhouse Style

Vase Set Two-Tone Speckled Glaze with Matte Rim Modern Farmhouse Style

This duo pairs a tactile matte rim with a subtly speckled glaze, offering a grounded, artisanal touch to any minimalist surface.
Ceramic Vase: Scandinavian Folk Art, Hand-Painted Landscape, Dual Handles.

Ceramic Vase: Scandinavian Folk Art, Hand-Painted Landscape, Dual Handles.

This 1950s ceramic piece charms with its vibrant folk-art illustration and classic Norwegian modern silhouette.
Miniature Vases: Mid-Century Ceramic Collection, Earthy Varied Glazes.

Miniature Vases: Mid-Century Ceramic Collection, Earthy Varied Glazes.

This collection captivates through its rhythmic variation of organic forms and a sophisticated, earth-toned palette of mottled glazes.
Decorative Urn Heavy Surface Texture Wabi-Sabi Charcoal Ovoid Vase

Decorative Urn Heavy Surface Texture Wabi-Sabi Charcoal Ovoid Vase

The sculptural ovoid silhouette and heavily mottled charcoal texture create a grounding, organic presence perfect for minimalist styling.
Vase Vertical Ribbing Glossy Finish Sage Green Ribbed Vase Decor

Vase Vertical Ribbing Glossy Finish Sage Green Ribbed Vase Decor

The vertical fluting on this sage green vase adds a rhythmic texture that catches the light beautifully across its glossy surface.