Ingrid Atterberg for Upsala Ekeby, 1957 'Chamotte' Series Sculptural Modernist Onion Vase, Sweden
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This awesome work of Mid-Century Modern design is by Ingrid Atterberg, (b. 1920 - d. 2008) a celebrated epitome for illustrious 20th-century Swedish ceramic design. Atterberg was also a leading designer for Upsala Ekeby for whom she designed this vase.
This hand-thrown and the hand-glazed piece comes from Atterberg's Chamotte series designed in 1957, the series would go on to be very well known during this time. The series was comprised of 13 earthenware bowls and vases characterised by raw textured earthenware juxtaposing the gloss and matte glaze.
This particular piece is beautifully rounded, an excellent canvas for the hand-glazed decor. The colour palette is composed predominantly of Powdered Turquoise and Mint green blended with a muted Electric blue. The base glaze is overlaid with bold geometric accents in Jet black. A Modernist design piece that is classic of its time yet also contemporarily timeless.