Ceramic Vase
Large ceramic vase with beautiful grey-blue -white glaze
Signed on the underpart
Unique piece
DESIGNER Gunnar Nylund (1904-1997)
MANUFACTURER Rorstrand
COUNTRY Sweden
DATE 1950's
DIMENSIONS H. 61 /cm.
BIBLIOGRAPHY
Scandinavian Design, Ceramics and Glass, 1940s-1980s, Fischler & Gould, pg. 86-105
SPECIAL NOTE
Paris born Gunnar Nylund was one of the most important ceramic artists and designers in Sweden during the 20th century. He worked for Rorstrand as artistic directors, from the early 30's till the mid 50's. His production ranged from elegant graceful, studio pieces to mass produced ashtrays and pots, to unique, hand build sculptures.