This ceramic vase from the 1950s, produced by the Swedish Krukmakaren Ystad manufactory, features a conical silhouette tapering gently towards the top with a slightly flared neck. The primary color is a matte, earthy medium brown, accented by subtle olive green—especially noticeable in the carved decorative lines and the inner rim, lending the piece a natural, grounded presence. The surface is smooth with a fine, tactile texture, while geometric borders and stylized animal motifs echo both ancient and tribal influences. These incised patterns—distinctly simplified animal figures, perhaps gazelles or deer, together with vertical and horizontal dividers—bring a restrained, archaizing flair to the otherwise modern profile. The vase’s proportions balance a broad, stable base (diameter 12 cm) with an overall height of 18 cm, reflecting meticulous attention to both form and functionality. The piece is signed; the craftsmanship is refined, with no visible joints or imperfections, and the matte finish is consistent throughout. The state of preservation is excellent: no chips, cracks, or evidence of restoration, with a flawless and even surface. There is a quiet resonance to this vase, reflecting the introspective world of postwar Scandinavia; it evokes an era— the 1950s— in which modernity met reverent nods to the past. References to archaic crafts blend effortlessly with the purity of mid-century design, creating an understated dialogue between contemporary clarity and historical ornamentation. Each incised line and animal motif seems to echo a northern encounter with echoes of
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Height18 cm
Depth12 cm
Width12 cm
Dimension details
Width12 cm
Height18 cm
Depth12 cm
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