Vintage mid-century Scandinavian design by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand stoneware dish, made in Sweden in the 1950s.
Rörstrand 'R' and three crowns, SWEDEN, GN markings on the base. Marked as style AUT. Factory 1st. Deep shades of green, brown and black blend together in a lovely semi-matte smooth glaze. Beautiful rounded diamond form, thick edges, sturdy weight. It is a rare collector's item of iconic Swedish design.
Condition:
In very good vintage condition. There are some cracks running through the glaze on the inside of the bowl. They are barely noticeable, see zoomed photo.
Measurements:
3.2cm tall x 20cm wide x 18cm deep = approx 1.25" x 8" x 7"
More Nylund pieces available, some 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 'R' and three crowns, SWEDEN, GN markings on the base. Marked as style AUT. Factory 1st. Deep shades of green, brown and black blend together in a lovely semi-matte smooth glaze. Beautiful rounded diamond form, thick edges, sturdy weight. It is a rare collector's item of iconic Swedish design.
Condition:
In very good vintage condition. There are some cracks running through the glaze on the inside of the bowl. They are barely noticeable, see zoomed photo.
Measurements:
3.2cm tall x 20cm wide x 18cm deep = approx 1.25" x 8" x 7"
More Nylund pieces available, some 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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