Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand
Vase, 1960s.
Tall cylindrical stoneware vase with a coarse, textured surface and glaze in shades of white, pink, and grey. A fine example from Nylund’s later period at Rörstrand, focusing on materiality and handcrafted texture.
Origin: Sweden (Rörstrand, Lidköping).
Designer: Gunnar Nylund.
Material: Stoneware.
Dimensions: H. 18 cm, D. 9 cm.
Period: 1960s.
Condition: Excellent condition with minor signs of wear.
Bio:
Gunnar Nylund (1904–1997) was one of Rörstrand’s leading designers of the 20th century. Known for his innovative forms and experimental glazes, often inspired by nature, Nylund’s works from the 1950s and 60s reflect a mature phase in his career—combining rustic surfaces with refined craftsmanship into a sculptural aesthetic.