This is a vintage creamer from Bersa, a classic product from Gustavsberg, a long-established Swedish tableware manufacturer. It was designed in 1961 by Stig Lindberg, one of Sweden's leading mid-century masters, and the versa leaf pattern has since become synonymous with him. Mid-century, also known as ``Nordic modern'', was a time when simple yet sophisticated designs were born one after another. Because the period in which a series of designs were created was concentrated in the mid-20th century, this golden age came to be called the "mid-century."
The series name, Bersa, means arbor, and refers to a space set up in a corner of a park for people to take a break. This is a warm design that gives you the feeling of lush greenery in Northern Europe, where there are many winter days.
■Details Manufacturer: Gustavsberg Series: Bersa Designer: Stig Lindberg Condition: ★★★★☆ (4: Good condition)
There is a slight paint loss on the leaf pattern on the side, and there are slight scratches on the internal and external bottoms of the main body when viewed under light, but there is almost no sign of use, and it is in top condition for Bertha Vintage.
■Size Width 11.5cm (including spout) Height 4.5-6cm Capacity 120ml
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.
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.