Scandinavian Modern Vase in Ceramic by Berndt Friberg, 1965

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This rare and large ceramic vase, designed by Berndt Friberg and produced by Gustavsberg in Sweden, is an exemplary work … Read more This rare and large ceramic vase, designed by Berndt Friberg and produced by Gustavsberg in Sweden, is an exemplary work of Scandinavian mid-century studio ceramics. The vase features Friberg’s iconic “hare fur” glaze, a subtle and highly controlled surface treatment characterized by fine, vertically striated textures that result from carefully modulated glaze application and high-temperature firing. In this example, the glaze reveals a nuanced interplay of deep brown, umber, and slate-blue tones that shift depending on light and angle, lending the surface a soft, velvety depth. The vase’s form is a refined exercise in proportion and silhouette. with a gently elongated body and a slender, tapering neck that rises from a rounded shoulder, the shape reflects Friberg’s dedication to wheel-thrown precision and formal restraint. The contours are uninterrupted and fluid, highlighting the purity of line and the interaction between shape and glaze—a core tenet of Friberg’s aesthetic approach. Executed entirely by hand at the Gustavsberg studio, the vase exemplifies the post-war Swedish ceramic tradition where artistic individuality was achieved within a studio production context.

Additional Information: Producer: Gustavsberg Color: Blue, Brown Decade: 1960s Country: Sweden Style: Mid Century, Scandinavian Modern Material: Ceramics Designed in: 1965 Dimensions: H 32 x Dia: 7.5 cm This piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no
official proof of authenticity,
however it is well documented in design history. I take full responsibility for any authenticity



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