Vintage mid-century Scandinavian design by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand stoneware vase, made in Sweden in the 1950s.
Rörstrand 'R' and three crowns, SWEDEN, GN markings on the base. Marked as style NSQ. Factory 2nd. Shades of warm grey and hints of brown blend together in a lovely matte haresfur glaze. Some pinholes in the glaze and graphite markings on the surface, as is common for this type of glaze. Beautiful sculptural form with a slender neck, perfect for a single stem. It is a rare collector's item of iconic Swedish design.
Condition:
In good vintage condition. There are some cracks branching from the base (see photos). They are subtle and not noticeable when on display. The vase is still water tight.
Measurements:
16.5cm tall x 10.5cm wide = approx 6.5" x 4"
More Nylund pieces with similar colouration also 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 NSQ. Factory 2nd. Shades of warm grey and hints of brown blend together in a lovely matte haresfur glaze. Some pinholes in the glaze and graphite markings on the surface, as is common for this type of glaze. Beautiful sculptural form with a slender neck, perfect for a single stem. It is a rare collector's item of iconic Swedish design.
Condition:
In good vintage condition. There are some cracks branching from the base (see photos). They are subtle and not noticeable when on display. The vase is still water tight.
Measurements:
16.5cm tall x 10.5cm wide = approx 6.5" x 4"
More Nylund pieces with similar colouration also 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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