This is a vintage teapot from the famous Swedish potter Gustavsberg. With a large capacity of 1500ml, it is the largest of Gustavsberg's pots.
Gustavsberg has created famous tableware with two elements: patterns and color schemes. This piece, "Arena," was created by the company's leading designer, Stig Lindberg, and is a simple piece with a vivid color scheme. "Arena" means "Roman amphitheater," and the rounded shape of the plate reproduces the arena, while the vivid hand-painted orange color scheme evokes the intensity of martial arts.
Among Lindberg's tableware designed during the same period is a series called Siena, named after a town in Tuscany, Italy. Stig Lindberg moved to Italy in his later years, and this design shows how much he was interested in Italy.
Although this is an older series, manufactured from 1973 to 1978, it is a highly functional item that is heat resistant and dishwasher safe.
■Details Manufacturer: Gustavsberg Designer: Stig Lindberg Series: Arena Year: 1973-1978 Country of origin: Sweden Condition: ★★★★★ (5: Complete)
It is in perfect condition with no signs of use. It is a great piece that retains the original luster and color.
■Size: Diameter 15.5cm, width 20cm, height 16cm (including lid) Capacity: Approx. 1500cc
Stig Lindberg
Stig Lindberg (1916-1982)
Born in Umeå, the central city of northern Sweden. Originally from Stockholm's art school Konstfack ( Learn painting at Konstfack. He joined Gustavsberg in 1937 and gradually rose to prominence under the tutelage of his mentor, Wilhelm Koge. Twelve years later, in 1949, he succeeded Koge as the company's art director in charge of design.
Since then, Lindberg has released numerous works as a standard bearer of Swedish modernism in the mid-20th century. During Lindberg's time, the Gustavsberg workshop was at its peak, and its works from that time are recognized as works from the golden period known as ``mid-century,'' and are highly valued. Lindberg's studio is called G-Studion, where young designers are demonstrating their skills and producing famous artists such as Lisa Larson.