Description:

Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand, miniature vase.

Organically shaped glazed stoneware miniature vase with a rounded body, narrow neck and small foot. Finished in a warm yellow and ochre glaze. First quality.

Origin: Sweden.
Designer: Gunnar Nylund.
Manufacturer: Rörstrand.
Material: Stoneware.
Dimensions: H. 8 cm, D. 7 cm.
Period: Mid-20th century.
Condition: Excellent condition with minor signs of wear.

Bio:
Gunnar Nylund (1904–1996) was a Danish-Finnish-Swedish ceramicist, sculptor and designer, born in Paris. After working at Bing & Grøndahl and establishing Saxbo with Nathalie Krebs, he became artistic director at Rörstrand. There he played an important role in the development of Swedish stoneware and became particularly known for his organic forms, refined glazes and sculptural works. Nylund is regarded as an important figure in 20th-century Scandinavian ceramics.