Sven Wejsfelt Handmade Ceramic « Belinda » Vase, For Gustavsberg, 1960s

Description

Sven Wejsfelt (1930–2009) was one of Sweden’s leading ceramic artists. This handmade stoneware vase from the « Belinda » series features textured hand-drawn brown lines with dotted spots on an eggshell matte cashmere finish. Created for Gustavsberg manufactory in the 1960s, it represents the Nordic pottery tradition of stoneware perfection. Perfect vintage condition with minor wear (with micro black streaks from vintage friction), no chips, no cracks.

Sven Wejsfelt (1930–2009) was one of Sweden’s leading ceramic artists in the 20th century. He was part of the Nordic pottery tradition aiming for stoneware objects with the highest perfection. After his education and early work years at Rörstrand, Sven worked for the Gustavsberg factory for more than 50 years. He became a master of throwing and glazing, leading to marvelous unique stoneware pieces. Sven’s artistry is represented at the Swedish National Museum of Art and Design.