This is the classic Silvia creamer, designed by Rörstrand, a long-established Swedish tableware manufacturer, to commemorate the 250th anniversary of its founding.
The Silvia's form was designed by Marianne Westman, known for the Monami series, and the violet flower decoration was done by the company's designer Silvia Leuchovius.
The Silvia was released in 1976, the year of the wedding of Swedish King Carl Gustaf XVI and Queen Silvia Sommerrath. There was some opposition to the marriage of Queen Silvia, who was a foreign-born commoner, but Sweden's leading artists such as ABBA defended her. ABBA's hit song "Dancing Queen" was first performed on the eve of the wedding ceremony, and the name "Queen" is said to be a tribute to Queen Silvia. The 250th anniversary model of Rörstrand, named Silvia, also has the intention of welcoming the new queen.
Queen Silvia continued her charitable work in the fields of elderly care and child welfare, and is now widely respected by the Swedish people.
The backstamp is engraved with the words "250 ar Jubileumsservis", which means "250th anniversary tableware" in Swedish. The backstamp is more decorative than Rörstrand products, which conveys the special commitment to the anniversary model.
The Sylvia series was developed as a series of tableware including cups, plates, teacups, pitchers, creamers, etc. Made of hard, thin bone china, the beautiful translucent glaze and patterns, and the sophisticated form are particularly high quality for a Rörstrand product from the 1970s.
It is also worth noting that the Silvia series does not have the marks of supports (eye marks) that are common in Scandinavian vintage tableware, which indicates that the kiln firing environment was completely renewed for the Silvia series. This is a highly refined and beautiful piece, even among Scandinavian vintage tableware.
■Details Manufacturer: Rorstrand Series: Slyvia Form design: Marianne Westman Pattern design: Sylvia Leuchovius Year: 1976-1982 Country of origin: Sweden Condition: ★★★★★ (5: Complete)
There are no cracks, chips or crazing and it is in perfect condition with no signs of use whatsoever.
■ Size: Diameter 7.4cm, width 9.8cm (including spout and handle), height 6.5cm
Marianne Westman
Marianne Westman ( Marianne Westman, 1928-2017 )
Born in the Dalarna region of central Sweden, known for Dalarna horses. In 1950, at the age of 22, he joined Rorstrand as a designer and remained there for 21 years until 1971. As the company's signboard designer, he has created numerous works and brought the masterpiece Mon Amie series to the world. Monami is a masterpiece of Scandinavian design from the mid-20th century, known as "mid-century," and is still loved around the world, with reprints still being produced . Westman's works are characterized by many designs that are conscious of plants and free-spirited patterns that appear to be drawn freehand.
Sylvia Leuchovius
Silvia Leuchovius ( Sylvia Leuchovius, 1915-2003)
Born in the Småland region of southern Sweden. Originally, he wanted to become a clothing designer and took up a job as a dressmaker, but at the age of 30, after studying art graphics at the Faculty of Fine Arts at the University of Gothenburg in the southwest, he changed his job to Rorstrand. He established himself as a unique artist, setting himself apart from mass production lines by manufacturing ceramic plates and still life paintings in-house. Although he has an unusual background as a designer, it is clear that he was highly regarded within the company, as he was entrusted with the design of Rorstrand's 250th anniversary model. Her ceramic motifs and her university background match those of Lisa Larson, and she has a distinct presence in the Nordic art scene.