VTG Bjorn Wiinblad Nymølle Danish Artist Ceramic Trinket Dish Woman Birds 4.5"
This vintage Danish ceramic trinket dish features an expressive black-and-white illustration of a stylized female figure surrounded by birds and intricate decorative elements. The interior artwork is rendered in fine linework with whimsical details, including a flowing hairstyle, patterned clothing, and small birds interacting with the figure. A repeating geometric band of circular and linear motifs wraps around the exterior rim, creating a striking contrast against the glossy white ceramic body.
The underside mark reads “Andelsbanken – Bjørn Wiinblad – Nymølle Denmark,” identifying the piece as a design by renowned Danish artist Bjørn Wiinblad, produced by Nymølle. Wiinblad’s work is celebrated for its imaginative storytelling, romantic figures, and ornate decorative style that became highly recognizable in Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian design. Pieces like this were often created as commemorative or promotional art ceramics and remain highly collectible today. Its compact size makes it ideal as a trinket dish, jewelry holder, coin tray, or decorative accent for a shelf or vanity, appealing to collectors of Danish ceramics, Bjørn Wiinblad designs, and Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian art pottery.
Product Details:
Brand: Andelsbanken
Manufacturer: Nymølle
Origin: Denmark
Estimated Era and Date: Mid-Century Modern, circa 1960s–1970s
Material: Ceramic
Color: White, Black
Occasion: Vanity Display, Home Décor, Jewelry Storage
Style / Pattern / Theme / Design Notes: Scandinavian illustration, whimsical female portrait with birds, decorative geometric border, Danish MCM art pottery
Features:
• Original Bjørn Wiinblad illustrated design produced by Nymølle Denmark
• Expressive black line artwork featuring a stylized female figure with birds
• Decorative geometric border pattern encircling the outer rim
• Compact ceramic dish ideal for jewelry, coins, or small keepsakes
• Classic Danish MCM art pottery with whimsical Scandinavian design
Dimensions:
Length: 4.5 in
Width: 4.5 in
Height: 1.5 in
Condition:
Excellent vintage condition. The ceramic body remains clean and glossy with no chips or cracks. Light natural wear to the underside base rim from age and display is present, consistent with vintage Danish ceramics.
