This is a vintage plate from the famous Swedish pottery manufacturer Gustavsberg. Gustavsberg has produced tableware that is famous for two elements: patterns and color schemes. This plate was designed by Stig Lindberg, the company's legendary designer.
The Rosenfeld series, which means "Rose Garden," was created by Stig Lindberg in 1969 at the peak of his career. As they were only produced over a three-year period, they are rare even in his home country of Sweden. The plate has a gentle red color and roses scattered all over it in the center. The plate is almost flat and easy to use as a side plate or a small one-plate dish.
■ Detailed specifications
Manufacturer: Gustavsberg Designer: Stig Lindberg Series: Rosenfalt Year: 1969-1972 Country of origin: Sweden Condition: ★★★★★ (5: Complete)
This is a deadstock item that has been kept exactly as it was when it was manufactured. There are very slight scratches on the surface due to storage, but there are no cracks, chips, or crazing, and it is in very beautiful, glossy condition. We have multiple stocks of this item. All stock items are in the same condition as the photos. If you would like to check the individual condition, please contact us via chat or email.
■Size
Diameter 21cm Height 2cm
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.
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.