1940s Art Deco Cream Yellow Shell Vase, Vicke Lindstrand, Sweden

Unusual marbled yellow Scandinavian modern art nouveau vase by ceramic artist Anna-Lisa Thomson for Upsala Ekeby in the 1940s. Soft shaped glazed ceramic vase with two brown textured...

Marbled sandy yellow modern art nouveau vase by ceramic artist Vicke Lindstrand for Upsala Ekeby in the 1940s. Soft shaped glazed ceramic vase and two wavey emerald green handles. St...

A cream glazed earthenware vase designed by Vicke Lindstrand and produced by Upsala-Ekeby, Sweden, 1940s.

A beautifully sculptural vintage ceramic shell form vase crafted in Japan, featuring an elegant clam shell silhouette with richly textured ridged detailing and a soft ivory crackle glaze that gives the piece warmth, depth, and timeless character. This highly decorative vessel is designed in the form of an open clam shell resting on a shell-form pedestal base, creating a striking organic silhouette that feels both coastal and elevated. The softly aged cream glaze with subtle crazing adds beautiful vintage charm, while the dimensional texture captures light beautifully from every angle. Marked “Made in Japan” on the underside, this piece reflects the highly collectible mid-century Japanese decorative ceramics that remain favorites among designers for their versatility and sculptural appeal. Perfect as a decorative vase, cachepot, planter, or standalone object, this shell vessel works beautifully in coastal interiors, Palm Beach-inspired spaces, traditional homes, and layered, collected interiors. It pairs effortlessly with rattan, brass, linen, blue-and-white porcelain, and antique woods for that refined old-money coastal aesthetic. Ideal for styling: — Coffee table centerpieces — Console and bookshelf styling — Bathroom vanity or powder room décor — Guest bedroom coastal accents — Palm Beach and seaside interiors — Orchid planter...