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Mid Century 1950s Modernist Atterberg for Upsala Eckeby Swedish Modern Striped Tray Earthtones Nevada 8 3/4″ Wall Hanging Scandinavian
Designed by Ingrid Atterberg, leading designer for Upsala Eckeby, this is a lovely hand crafted earthenware tray in showy contrasting earth colored striped hand glazing. This Swedish modern striped effect was initiated by Atterberg in 1949 and carried into the 1950s whereupon she designed many products for Upsala Eckeby using this motif which has been referred to as "Nevada" given the comparison to the earthy colors of the Nevada landscape.
This personal hand tray is a lovely example of Atterberg's work and beautifully depicts the milk white to deep brown to golden striping that she is known for. It is from an estate where it has not been used in many years. Size is 8 3/4" wide across east to west by 6 3/4" north to south. Depth/height is 1/2". It could be used as a wall hanging to enhance your mid century decor. Also looks fine on a desk, accent table, vanity etc....It has one glaze flake on the very edge toward the underside which is quite small and measures about 1/8". This flake does not interfere with the earthenware structure which is fine and has no chips or flakes. We took an enlarged photos so you could see it clearly. Other than this the tray is in excellent overall condition. No cracks or chips. No breaks No repair. A lovely example of mid century Scandinavian artistry by a well known sculptural artist for your modernism collection.
About:
Ingrid Magdalena Atterberg-Göransson (b. 1920 - d. 2008) was a celebrated epitome of illustrious Swedish ceramic design of the 20th century and a leading designer for Upsala Ekeby in the 1950s and 1960s. Atterberg is represented at the Swedish National Museum of Art and Design.
In 1944, she was employed at Upsala Ekeby, where appreciation for her works as a ceramicist continued to grow over the years. She was known for using 'manganese clay' in the 1940s and chamotte in the 1950s, and successfully developed her own glazes. In the late 1940s, her own collection called "Ekeby Verkstad" was born with a numbered series that began at 100.
During her career, Atterberg had several exhibitions and received a gold medal for her work in Italy as well as completing a number of public commissions.
Vintage Mid Century Danish Modernist Niels Erik NE From Amber Pin Brooch
Vintage Mid Century Danish Modernist Niels Erik NE From Amber Pin Brooch - This is a vintage mid century pin/brooch with a very large amber cabochon made by very well-known modernist maker Niels Erik From. The amber cab measures 27mm by 15mm and has strong deep brown color with golden highlights in lighting. The pin itself measures 1 3/4" long by 1 1/8" wide. The amber also has 2 tiny abrasions like small dust speckles, likely natural. Overall in completely original, never altered, excellent gently used condition. No cracks, chips, inclusions etc... The silver has some light surface age scratches that could be polished out. No dents or dings or tears or deep scratches. Never monogrammed or inscribed. Good strong working clasp. This is a lovely pin by a famous well-known maker for your mid century jewelry collection.
Mid Century Modernist Orchid Circle Pin Lapel Blouse Sterling Silver
Mid Century Modernist Orchid Circle Pin Lapel Blouse Sterling Silver - Vintage 1950s 1960s modernist pin Handmade with concentric circles and blown out 2 dimensional flower which appears to be an orchid. The back is marked sterling, old full word block letter 1950s to 1960s sterling marking along with maker's mark. It has some age wear that looks like hammering to the inside lowest part of the circle. This is a handmade pin with the circles appearing to be handwrought. The locking clasp is strong and works well. Size is 1 1/2" across in diameter. A lovely, showy, vintage, modernist pin for your mid century jewelry collection.
Large Vintage Taxco Mexican Sterling Silver Amorphic Modernist Pin Onyx
Large Vintage Taxco Mexican Sterling Silver Amorphic Modernist Pin Onyx - Very big showy late mid century 1970s lapel brooch. Size is 3.25" by 1.5" across the top center (outer curve to end point on opposite side). It holds an oval cut black onyx stone that is quite large at 20mm long. The onyx has 1 very tiny abrasion about 1mm. Overall condition of entire pin is excellent, gently used. From an estate and in original condition having no alteration or repair. This is a very big, showy lapel pin for your mid century jewelry collection and the amorphic design is highly noticeable as mid century modernist.
A Rosar Original Mid Century Sterling Silver Hammered Berry Leaf Pin Brooch
A Rosar Original Mid Century Sterling Silver Hammered Berry Leaf Pin Brooch - Showy 1950s to 1960s mid century modernist Scandinavian design brooch. The back is marked a rosar original with pre 1970 full word block letter sterling marking. Made of solid 925 sterling silver. Size is 1 5/8" east to west by 1 3/8" north to south. The curvy leaf has a hammered design and the berries are thick, hand applied, half balls. Strong mid century look. Great for any lapel this is a lovely addition for your mid century silver jewelry collection. Condition is excellent, gently used with good locking clasp.
Vintage Taxco Saul Mexican Sterling Silver Sleeping Cat 1 Eye Open Pin
Vintage Taxco Saul Mexican Sterling Silver Sleeping Cat 1 Eye Open Pin - Lovely vintage Mid Century Mexican artist signed Saul kitty cat pin depicting a playful kitten pretending to be asleep with one eye open. It is marked Saul, Hecho en Mexico, 925 for sterling silver quality and has an incised #19 eagle marking from the 1960s. The open eye holds an aurora borealis rhinestone eye. Locking clasp works well and overall condition is excellent, gently used. No dents, dings, damage, or repair. An adorable example of Mexican artist cat jewelry for your mid century collection!