Mid-Century Modern Brown Stoneware Birka Rubus Vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand, 1960s

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This exquisite stoneware vase, designed by the renowned Swedish ceramic artist Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand, dates to the 1960s and … Read more This exquisite stoneware vase, designed by the renowned Swedish ceramic artist Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand, dates to the 1960s and belongs to the distinguished “Rubus” series. A striking example of Scandinavian Modern design, this piece—model number 4—features a beautifully textured surface and a mottled matte Birka brown and white glaze, showcasing the refined craftsmanship that defined Rörstrand’s mid-century production. The Rubus Birka vase exemplifies Nylund’s mastery of organic form and subtle glaze variation. Its ripple-textured body reveals a harmonious interplay of earthy tones and soft whites, creating both visual and tactile depth. Measuring 15 cm in diameter and 13.5 cm in height, the vase bears Nylund’s signature and the Rörstrand hallmark—an impressed “R” with three crowns, “GN” for Gunnar Nylund, and “Sweden 4” identifying it as design number 4 in the series. See less