Mid-century Scandinavian design Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand stoneware tea set including double teapot and sugar dish, made in Sweden circa 1950.
Rörstrand Sweden three crowns and Gunnar Nylund markings incised on base of both teapot parts and dish. Factory first. Velvety smooth, semi-matte warm brown haresfur glaze. Lovely double form with slender spout and small lid. The oval shaped sugar dish with a small foot is a beautiful accompaniment to the pot. Nice sturdy weight. This is a rare collector's item of iconic Swedish design.
Condition:
In excellent vintage condition. No chips, cracks or damage.
Measurements:
Teapot - 21.5cm tall x 18.5cm wide (including spouts and handles) x 14cm deep = approx 8.5" x 7.25" x 5.5"
Sugar Dish - 3.5cm tall x 13.7cm wide x 10.5cm deep = approx 1.5" x 5.5" x 4"
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 markings incised on base of both teapot parts and dish. Factory first. Velvety smooth, semi-matte warm brown haresfur glaze. Lovely double form with slender spout and small lid. The oval shaped sugar dish with a small foot is a beautiful accompaniment to the pot. Nice sturdy weight. This is a rare collector's item of iconic Swedish design.
Condition:
In excellent vintage condition. No chips, cracks or damage.
Measurements:
Teapot - 21.5cm tall x 18.5cm wide (including spouts and handles) x 14cm deep = approx 8.5" x 7.25" x 5.5"
Sugar Dish - 3.5cm tall x 13.7cm wide x 10.5cm deep = approx 1.5" x 5.5" x 4"
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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