Carl-Harry Stålhane for Rörstrand stoneware SAK vase - Sweden 1950s

Mid-century Scandinavian design Carl-Harry Stålhane for Rörstrand large stoneware vase, made in Sweden circa 1950.

Rörstrand Sweden three crowns and Carl-Harry Stålhane CHS markings on the base. Also marked as style SAK. Markings are etched into base which is glazed in brown matte. Factory second. Beautiful semi-matte haresfur glaze in rich shades of reddish brown. The glaze texture changes towards the base. The rim of the neck is highlighted by revealing the off-white clay colour beneath. Tall elegant form with short fluted neck. This is a rare collector's item of iconic Swedish design.

Condition:
In excellent vintage condition. No chips, cracks or repairs. Some graphite markings that appear like fine pencil lines, commonly found on this kind of glaze (see photos). Also a small glaze skip at bottom edge and top rim.

Measurements:
27cm tall x approx 9cm diameter at widest point = approx 10.5" x 3.75"
Opening is round, 4.2cm diameter at top edge, then narrows into neck.

More mid-century Rörstrand pieces available, as shown in last image.

Carl-Harry Stålhane was one of the most important ceramic artists and designers in Sweden during the 20th century. He worked for Rörstrand in 1939 to 1973. In the late 1940’s he first attracted international attention with his typical design for slender, symmetrical vases in monochrome, matte glazes, inspired by ancient Chinese Sung ceramics. His name is synonymous with high ceramic quality, magnificent creative design and brilliant craftsmanship.