This is a unique ceramic plate produced in the 1970s by Gustavsberg, a representative long-established Swedish pottery manufacturer. The company was a manufacturer that often produced everyday tableware, and ceramic plates are relatively rare. DALARNA on the back refers to the Dalarna region in central Sweden, which is famous for its Dalarna horses. ANGSKLOCKA means "bellflower" in Swedish, and below it is written as Campanula Patula in Latin binomial.
It is a very large and heavy ceramic plate, and it is decorated with silver paint using a type of filigree work. The metal fittings on the back are installed vertically, but it has an interesting design that allows you to remove it and attach it to the horizontal hole. The bellflowers on the surface are also well placed so that it doesn't look out of place whether it's facing horizontally or vertically. HE, the initial signature of designer Heinz Ellet, is engraved on the bottom right of the front.
■Details
Manufacturer: Gustavsberg Designer: Heinze Erret Year: 1972-1985 Country of manufacture: Sweden Condition: ★★★★☆ (4.5: Very good condition)
There are very small scratches on the upper left of the surface and slight scratches due to age on the back, but it is in good condition with no cracks or chips and remains as it was when manufactured.
■Size
Height 33.5cm Width 21cm Thickness 1.3cm
Gustavsberg
Gustavsberg is a long-established Swedish pottery manufacturer founded in 1825. For more information on the history of the company , please see this article♪ The company produced bathtubs and other housing equipment, but from the late 19th century onward, they focused on producing artistic ceramics, and their name became widely known. I did. Known for its simple and beautiful designs with motifs of nature and folklore, it is a manufacturer that led Scandinavian design in the 20th century.
It produced many outstanding artists such as Lisa Larsson and Stig Lindberg, and was a central figure in the ``Mid-Century'' art movement of the mid-20th century in Northern Europe. Even today, it is highly praised for its high artistry, technical ability, and unique design that evokes the Nordic climate.