Plate, olive ceramic, by S. A. Holm Sørensen, Denmark, 1960s
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This mid-century ceramic plate, designed by Svend Aage Holm Sørensen for the Danish manufacturer Søholm in the 1960s, showcases features emblematic of Scandinavian modernism: an irregular triangular shape softened by gently rounded edges and a carefully crafted surface. The cool olive tone, subtly tinged with grey, is enhanced by a satiny, semi-gloss glaze that reflects light with restraint. At the center lies a high-relief motif: a stylized archer drawing a bow towards a leaping stag, executed in a dynamic, graphic style with contrasting deep green, glossy glaze. One corner of the plate features a ribbed linear pattern, providing both visual and tactile interest. The piece demonstrates precise moldwork and meticulous glazing, from its flowing contours to the harmonious interplay of color and texture. The plate remains in very good vintage condition, showing only minor, age-consistent signs of use typical for well-preserved ceramics of the mid-century period. The form of this singular piece expresses the spirit of the 1960s—combining everyday purpose with artistic intent, as if born at the intersection of Nordic myth and modern abstraction. The relief scene evokes distant legends reshaped through the lens of contemporary design: the archer and deer take on a rhythmic, almost dreamlike quality, echoing the era's fascination with symbolism rendered in streamlined forms. The olive surface and satin glaze recall the diffuse light of a Danish morning, while the asymmetric geometry turns the plate into a
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Height3 cm
Depth18 cm
Width19 cm
Dimension details
Width19 cm
Height3 cm
Depth18 cm
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