This is a vintage bowl from the Berså series, a masterpiece designed in 1961 by Stig Lindberg, one of Sweden's leading modern design masters. This is a rare piece with an original lid. This deep plate has not been reprinted and is only available as a vintage item. In addition, compared to the reprinted leaf pattern, the vintage version has a different leaf color, such as the leaf color being more lush and vibrant.
Most vintage Bertha bowls are cylindrical, and this bowl-shaped one is rare. The reprint version has a round bowl, but only the inside is painted, and there is no leaf pattern on the outside. The bowl-shaped bowl comes in three sizes: large, medium and small (17.5cm, 15cm, and 12cm), and this one is the largest size sold, 17.5cm. The large ones are difficult to obtain, probably because they were sold in small numbers.
■Details Manufacturer: Gustavsberg / Gustavsberg Series: Bersa / Bersa Designer: Stig Lindberg Year: 1961-1974 Country of Origin: Sweden Condition: ★★★☆☆ ( 3.5 : Good)
There is some paint loss and fading on the sides. If you shine a light inside, you can see traces of cutlery. It is in relatively good condition among Bertha's vintage bowls. The lids have gaps in their engagement due to aging, so you need to choose a lid that fits properly.
■Size
Diameter 17.5cm Height 9cm
Berså is a classic series from Gustavsberg, a long-established Swedish tableware manufacturer. Bertha was designed in 1961 by Swedish mid-century master Stig Lindberg.
Berså (Bersa, Besjö, Bersjö) means "arbor", although it is not often used in Swedish these days. It is a resting place such as a garden or park where you can take a breather.
It is no exaggeration to say that Northern Europe is a region where half of the year is winter. Not only is it extremely cold, but there are only about 4 to 5 hours of sunlight in winter. A feature of Scandinavian tableware is that it is full of designs that give you a sense of warmth even on winter days. Versa's lush greenery has a mysterious charm that brings fresh green color and a refreshing breeze to the dining table at any time, and it is a design that is truly representative of Scandinavian tableware.
There is also a reprint version of Bertha, but the reprint version has a lighter green color and more uniform leaf shape than the vintage version. The characteristics of vintage are the vividness of the green color and the subtle fluctuations in each leaf. In addition, the back stamp of the vintage Bertha has a beautiful and unique design. The backstamp on the reprint is the company's anchor symbol, and the original Bertha backstamp is gone.
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 (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.
