Mid-century Scandinavian design Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand stoneware pitcher vase, made in Sweden circa 1950.
Rörstrand Sweden three crowns and Gunnar Nylund GN incised on the base. Also marked as style ASU. Factory second. This is a rare collector's item of iconic Swedish design. Lovely smooth semi-matte glaze in mottled shades of brown and beige. Attractive sculpted form with a delicate little handle. There is a recognisable Nylund pattern on both sides of the body. Nice sturdy weight.
Condition:
In excellent vintage condition. No chips, cracks or damage. Some very faint graphite lines on surface.
Measurements:
14.4cm tall x 11.5cm wide x 6.5cm deep = approx 5.75" x 4.5" x 2.5"
More ASU colourways 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 Sweden three crowns and Gunnar Nylund GN incised on the base. Also marked as style ASU. Factory second. This is a rare collector's item of iconic Swedish design. Lovely smooth semi-matte glaze in mottled shades of brown and beige. Attractive sculpted form with a delicate little handle. There is a recognisable Nylund pattern on both sides of the body. Nice sturdy weight.
Condition:
In excellent vintage condition. No chips, cracks or damage. Some very faint graphite lines on surface.
Measurements:
14.4cm tall x 11.5cm wide x 6.5cm deep = approx 5.75" x 4.5" x 2.5"
More ASU colourways 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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