Coffee cup Ruska, brown stoneware, by U. Procopé, Arabia, Finland, 1970s.
207 PLN
230 PLN
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This coffee cup and saucer from the Ruska series, designed by Ulla Procopé for Arabia Finland in the 1970s, exemplifies the clarity and restraint of Scandinavian modernism at its zenith. The cylindrical cup features straight vertical walls and a small, rounded handle, while the deep, earthy brown glaze reveals subtle, mottled transitions with a metallic sheen that glimmers along the rim and handle, shifting to a lighter coppery tone. The matching saucer mirrors the same color and satin-matte finish, with a gently raised edge that adds to its functional simplicity. Crafted from robust, fine-grained stoneware typical of high-quality vintage ceramics, the set embodies a minimalist, utilitarian aesthetic with an emphasis on durability and understated elegance. The condition is very good for its age, retaining authentic patina and showing only minor signs of use, such as light glaze wear. The listed price applies to one set (cup and saucer). This vessel tells the story of Nordic modernism—born in an era when Finnish craftsmanship embraced the beauty of everyday simplicity. The glaze, with its warm, shifting tones, evokes the Finnish landscape: earthy browns touched by fleeting northern light. Each detail—from the matte surface to the gentle wear on the handle—conveys a sense of calm domestic ritual, where the act of drinking coffee becomes a quiet, meaningful moment. The form and color reflect the Scandinavian ethos, where beauty arises from function and authenticity is preserved through honest materiality. The Ruska cup finds its place in minimalist, mid-century inspired interiors
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Height7 cm
Length7 cm
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Length7 cm
Height7 cm
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