Description:

Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand, large champagne cooler/ ice bucket.

Large cylindrical champagne cooler in white glazed stoneware with a slightly conical body and two distinctive side handles. The surface shows a subtle texture with a matte white glaze. Marked on the base. Model referenced in the description.

Origin: Sweden.
Designer: Gunnar Nylund.
Material: Stoneware.
Dimensions: H. 19 cm, D. 25 cm.
Period: Mid-20th century.
Condition: Excellent condition with minor signs of wear.

Bio:
Gunnar Nylund (1904–1997) was a Swedish ceramicist and designer, born in Paris. He served as artistic director at Rörstrand from 1931 to 1955 and was a key figure in Scandinavian modernism. Nylund is recognised for his organic forms and refined glazes, which played a significant role in shaping Swedish ceramic design in the mid-20th century.