Vintage mid-century Scandinavian design Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand Hedgehog vase, made in Sweden 1930s-40s.
Rörstrand three crowns, Sverige (Sweden) CHAMOTTE NYLUND markings on the base. Model V208. The Chamotte vases come in 3 sizes, this is the medium size. Rare collector's item of iconic Swedish design. Intricate deeply textured stoneware chamotte surface with a lovely glossy blue glaze that reaches a beautiful deep shape in the crevices. Inside of opening is glazed in brown. Nice substantial weight.
Condition:
In excellent vintage condition. No chips, cracks or damage, beautiful condition surprising given the age of the piece!
Measurements:
16cm tall x approx 13cm diameter at widest point = approx 6.5" x 5.25"
Opening is round, 3.5cm diameter at top edge, plus an 8mm lip.
White Hedgehog vase also available, as shown in last image.
Gunnar Nylund (1904-1997) was a Swedish ceramic designer and is one of the most well-known representatives of Scandinavian ceramic design in the 20th century. He is best known for his artistic direction of Rörstrand where he worked from 1931-1955. Nylund’s works are highly collectible and greatly sought after. Many are represented at the Swedish National Museum of Art and Design.
Rörstrand three crowns, Sverige (Sweden) CHAMOTTE NYLUND markings on the base. Model V208. The Chamotte vases come in 3 sizes, this is the medium size. Rare collector's item of iconic Swedish design. Intricate deeply textured stoneware chamotte surface with a lovely glossy blue glaze that reaches a beautiful deep shape in the crevices. Inside of opening is glazed in brown. Nice substantial weight.
Condition:
In excellent vintage condition. No chips, cracks or damage, beautiful condition surprising given the age of the piece!
Measurements:
16cm tall x approx 13cm diameter at widest point = approx 6.5" x 5.25"
Opening is round, 3.5cm diameter at top edge, plus an 8mm lip.
White Hedgehog vase also available, as shown in last image.
Gunnar Nylund (1904-1997) was a Swedish ceramic designer and is one of the most well-known representatives of Scandinavian ceramic design in the 20th century. He is best known for his artistic direction of Rörstrand where he worked from 1931-1955. Nylund’s works are highly collectible and greatly sought after. Many are represented at the Swedish National Museum of Art and Design.
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