Swedish Cobolt Vase by Göte Augustsson for Ruda Glasbruk, 1960s

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Swedish vase model Cobolt designed by Göte Augustsson in the 1960s. It was manufactured in thick, blue-tinted glass by Ruda … Read more Swedish vase model Cobolt designed by Göte Augustsson in the 1960s. It was manufactured in thick, blue-tinted glass by Ruda Glasbruk.

The sculptural vase has a distinctive relief pattern and an irregular, almost rock-like structure, which gives it a Brutalist character.

Göte Augustsson was an important designer for Ruda Glasbruk, which became known particularly in the 1950s and 1960s for its sculptural and heavily textured glasswork. The combination of heavy glass, organic structures, and geometric forms is characteristic of his work. 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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