Gunnar Nylund Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Swedish artist-designer Gunnar Nylund — who worked at iconic porcelain manufacturer Rörstrand for decades — was never satisfied with the status quo. He played with organic shapes, rich colors and dazzling patterns to create some of the most exquisite ceramic and porcelain sculptures, vessels and other furnishings and decor of the 20th century.
Born in Paris to artists Fernanda Jacobsen-Nylund and Felix Nylund, Gunnar lived in Finland as a child but when the Finnish Civil War broke out in 1918, he moved with his mother to her native Denmark. He initially pursued architecture at the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts but cut his schooling short when he accepted a position at the Bing Grøndahl porcelain factory, where he worked for artist Paul Gauguin’s son, Jean, for several years, creating a range of stoneware pieces.
Dissatisfied with the factory's traditional approach to art, Nylund moved on from Bing Grøndahl and sought to create works in a modernist style. In 1929, Nylund and chemist Nathalie Krebs opened their own ceramics workshop called Saxbo in Saxbo, Denmark. The company’s works garnered praise at a Svenskt Tenn exhibition, and the prestigious Swedish manufacturer Rörstrand offered Nylund a position as creative director.
While he later worked for Nymolle Ceramic Factory in Denmark for a short period, Nylund produced his most famous works while employed by Rörstrand. Fresh ideas and methods intrigued Nylund and he was always eager to try new techniques at the manufacturer. He worked in the Art Deco style, creating warm-toned matte-glazed stoneware sculptures and ceramic tableware that are devoid of lavish ornamentation. Later, he crafted numerous figurines and highly stylized animal sculptures. Nylund’s work can be found at the Nationalmuseum in Stockholm, the Designmuseum Denmark and elsewhere.
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Creator: Gunnar Nylund
Vanilla Colored Ceramic Bowl by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand, Sweden, 1930s
By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund
Located in Barcelona, ES
Small vanilla colored Swedish Grace ceramic bowl designed by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand, Sweden, 1930s.
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Art Deco Gunnar Nylund Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
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Ceramic
Midcentury Stoneware Vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand, Sweden, 1940s
By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund
Located in Stockholm, SE
Elegant “Chamotte” stoneware vase by Gunnar Nylund, in a stately form. Made in a technique where crushed earthenware is mixed into the stoneware.
Rörstrand introduced Gunnar Nylund’...
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Gunnar Nylund Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
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Stoneware
Gunnar Nylund, Eterna Yellow Bowl
By Gustavsberg, Gunnar Nylund
Located in MAASTRICHT, LI
Product Description:
Gunnar Nylund, one of Sweden's leading ceramic artists, lived and worked all over Scandinavia being involved with Bing & Gröndahl in Denmark, Rörstrand in Swed...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Gunnar Nylund Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
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Earthenware
Swedish Mid Century Ceramic "ARO" Bowls by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand, 1950s
By Gunnar Nylund
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare pair of Swedish mid century ceramic / stoneware "ARO" bowls in blue and brown glaze by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand Sweden, 1950s.
In good matching and original condition and si...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Gunnar Nylund Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
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Ceramic
Pair of Mid Century Ceramic Bowls by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand Sweden, 1950s
By Gunnar Nylund
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare pair of ceramic / stoneware bowls in blue brown glaze by Gunnar Nylund produced by Rörstrand Sweden 1950s. In good condition. Signed "ARO".
Dimensions: H: 7,5 cm / 3" cm W: 16 ...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Gunnar Nylund Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
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Ceramic
Ceramic dish / catch all by Gunnar Nylund.
By Gunnar Nylund
Located in Malibu, CA
Ceramic dish / catch all by Gunnar Nylund. Model ASZ for Rörstrand. Sweden circa 1960's.
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Gunnar Nylund Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
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Ceramic, Pottery
"Grape Carriers, " Striking and Unique Art Deco Bowl w/ Wine Motif by Nylund
By Gunnar Nylund
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Depicting a Black male figure paired with a white female figure carrying clusters of grapes and ancient wine jars, this unique and striking Art Deco ...
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1930s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Gunnar Nylund Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
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Porcelain
$2,160 Sale Price
20% Off
A Rebus Series Gunnar Nylund Plate for Rorstrand.
By Gunnar Nylund
Located in San Francisco, CA
A motted brown and yellow deep sided round shaped ceramic dish by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand. Rebus Series #10. Inscribed on the bottom with the makers and the manufacturer’s mark.
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1960s Swedish Modern Vintage Gunnar Nylund Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
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Ceramic
Gunnar Nylund Vase
By Gunnar Nylund
Located in San Francisco, CA
Stoneware vase with matte brown haresfur glaze. Incised "R, three crowns, SWEDEN, GN, ARK" on base.
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1960s Swedish Modern Vintage Gunnar Nylund Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
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Stoneware
Pitcher by Gunnar Nylund
By Gunnar Nylund
Located in San Francisco, CA
A very small pitcher or vase in hare's fur blue glaze by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand. Impressed on the bottom by both the creator and manufacturer's mark.
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1960s Danish Modern Vintage Gunnar Nylund Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Ceramic
$1,200
Scandinavian Modern Ceramic Floor Vase by Gunnar Nylund, Sweden
By Berndt Friberg, Rörstrand, Carl-Harry Stålhane, Gunnar Nylund
Located in Stockholm, Stockholms län
Timeless ceramic floor vase designed by Gunnar Nylund. Manufactured by Rörstrand in Sweden during the 1950s. The vase is made from stoneware with a hare fur glaze shifting in between...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Gunnar Nylund Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
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Stoneware
A Rebus series model 12 vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand
By Gunnar Nylund
Located in San Francisco, CA
A model 12 vase from the Rebus series glazed in brown and yellow tones by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand. Inscribed on the base with the makers and the manufacturer's mark.
Very good v...
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1950s Swedish Modern Vintage Gunnar Nylund Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
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Ceramic
Large Stoneware Vase, Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand, Brown Rubus, Mid-Century Modern
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in Stockholm, SE
A stoneware vase in the Rubus-serie designed by Gunnar Nylund at Rörstrand, it is 22.5 cm (9") high. It is in mint condition but marked as 2nd quality.
Gunnar Nylund was born in ...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Gunnar Nylund Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
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Stoneware
A mottled brown and yellow deep sided round shaped dish by Gunnar Nylund
By Gunnar Nylund
Located in San Francisco, CA
A mottled brown and yellow deep sided round shaped ceramic dish by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand. Rebus Series #8.
Inscribed on the bottom with the makers and the manufacturer’s mark.
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1960s Swedish Modern Vintage Gunnar Nylund Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Ceramic
Brown Vase, Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand, Midcentury Vintage
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in Stockholm, SE
A brown vase designed by Gunnar Nylund at Rörstrand, the vase is 25 cm (10") high and 7 cm (2.8") in diameter. It is in mint condition and marked as 1st quality.
Gunnar Nylund wa...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Gunnar Nylund Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
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Ceramic
Dark Yellow Vase, Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand, 1950s, Mid Century Vintage
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in Stockholm, SE
A lovely dark yellow vase designed by Gunnar Nylund at Rörstrand, the vase is 27.5 cm (11") high. It´s in excellent condition except from some minor scratches and marks in the glaze,...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Gunnar Nylund Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
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Stoneware
Brown Vase with Handle, Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand, 1950s, Mid Century Vintage
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in Stockholm, SE
A lovely brown speckled vase designed by Gunnar Nylund at Rörstrand, the vase is 28 cm (11.2") high. It´s in excellent condition except from some m...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Gunnar Nylund Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
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Stoneware
"Man, Woman and Horses, " Striking Art Deco Covered Urn by Nylund for Rorstrand
By Gunnar Nylund
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Gorgeously glazed in tones of rust, sable, ivory and chocolate, this unique lidded urn with foliated pinnacle and curving handles depicts a man with upraised arms and rearing horse o...
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1930s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Gunnar Nylund Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
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Porcelain
Gunnar Nylund Scandinavian Modern Tall Vase, Green Speckled Glaze, Rörstrand
By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund
Located in Stockholm, SE
A vase with a lovely speckled glaze designed by Gunnar Nylund at Rörstrand. It is 25.5 cm high and in very good condition except from some minor marks in the glaze why it is marked a...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Gunnar Nylund Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
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Ceramic, Stoneware
Large Brown Ceramic Vase, Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand - Midcentury Modern Vintage
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in Stockholm, SE
A lovely brown vase designed by Gunnar Nylund at Rörstrand. It is 45 cm high and in very good condition except from some minor scratches. The vase is marked as 1st quality.
Gunnar...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Gunnar Nylund Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
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Ceramic
Lovely Ceramic Vase, Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in Stockholm, SE
A lovely vase with a green/yellow color designed by Gunnar Nylund at Rörstrand. It is 19 cm high and in mint condition. The vase is marked as 1st quality.
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Gunnar Nylund Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
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Ceramic
Large Stoneware Vase, Brown, Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand, Midcentury
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in Stockholm, SE
A large floor vase designed by Gunnar Nylund at Rörstrand, the vase is 39.5 cm high and it is in very good condition except from some scratches and marks in the glaze.
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Gunnar Nylund Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
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Stoneware
$1,331 Sale Price
20% Off
Gunnar Nylund, Pitcher, Stoneware, Sweden, 1940s
By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund
Located in High Point, NC
A blue and brown-glazed stoneware pitcher designed by Gunnar Nylund and produced by Rörstrand, Sweden, 1940s.
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Gunnar Nylund Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
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Stoneware
Scandinavian modern vase and bowl by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand, Sweden, 1950s
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Small bowl and vase designed by Gunnar Nylund and produced by Rörstrand, Sweden, during the 1950s.
Both with beautiful earthy toned glaze.
Dimensions of bowl: Height: 1.97 in (5 ...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Gunnar Nylund Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
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Stoneware
1950s Swedish Midcentury Gunnar Nylund White Ceramic Pitcher – Marked G.N.
By Gunnar Nylund
Located in IT
This stunning midcentury white ceramic pitcher by renowned Swedish designer Gunnar Nylund dates to the 1950s. Marked "Sweden G.N." on the base, the piece exemplifies Nylund’s signatu...
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Mid-19th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Antique Gunnar Nylund Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
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Ceramic
Stoneware Floor Vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand, Sweden, 1950s
By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund
Located in Hägersten, SE
Large floor vase designed by Gunnar Nylund. Rare model and the largest that was designed by Nylund and serially produced by Rörstrand during the 1950s. Rare polychrome glaze shifting...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Gunnar Nylund Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
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Stoneware
Brown Stoneware Vase Designed by Gunnar Nylund, 1950s
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in Hägersten, SE
Stoneware vase designed by Gunnar Nylund. Hand made at Rörstrand in the 1940s. Glaze with burnt brown tones. Very good vintage condition with light wear and patina.
Dimensions: H....
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Gunnar Nylund Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
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Stoneware
White 1960s Eggshell Glazed Ceramic Vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand Sweden
By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund
Located in Örebro, SE
This is the 1960s eggshell glazed ceramic vase in white by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand.
It comes in a female elegant form and sober white eggshell glazed silky matte surface.
The v...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Gunnar Nylund Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
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Ceramic
"Nude with Dove, " Rare Art Deco Bowl by Nylund for Rorstrand
By Gunnar Nylund
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Before he became known for his organic forms and gorgeous glazes for the famous Rorstrand ceramic works in Sweden, Gunnar Nylund designed a line of very fine Art Deco pieces in what ...
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1930s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Gunnar Nylund Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
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Porcelain
Swedish Ceramic Tray by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand, 1940s
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in Stockholm, Stockholms län
Organic stoneware tray designed by Gunnar Nylund.
Swedish Modern ceramic hand made at Rörstrand in Stockholm during the 1940s. Leave shape with a greyish to eggshell glaze.
Gunnar ...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Gunnar Nylund Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
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Ceramic, Stoneware
Ceramic Vase Jug by Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1950s
By Gunnar Nylund
Located in Paris, FR
Scandinavian Midcentury Ceramic jug vase in har fur glaze dark blue enamel
Signed on back with "R" for Rorstrand, Sweden, and GN for Gunnar Nylund. 1950's
Gunnar Nylund was born in ...
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1950s Vintage Gunnar Nylund Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
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Ceramic
Midcentury Modern Set of 3 Ceramic Pieces, Rubus, Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in Farsta, SE
Midcentury Set of 3 Ceramic Pieces, Rubus, Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand, Sweden.
The set contains one vase, one bowls, one bowl/tray.
2 pieces first quality, and 1 piece in second quali...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Gunnar Nylund Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
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Ceramic, Stoneware
Mid Century Gunnar Nylund Ceramic Vase, Rörstrand, circa 1950s
By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund
Located in New York, NY
Mid Century ceramic artist Gunnar Nylund's Glazed Stoneware Vase made for Rörstrand, circa 1950s. Incised signature and studio mark to underside: [R Rubus GN Sweden 9].
Image 7: Gun...
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20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Gunnar Nylund Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
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Ceramic
Stoneware sculpture designed by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand, Sweden, 1950s
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in Stockholm, SE
Sculpture designed by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand,
Sweden, 1950s.
Stoneware.
Signed.
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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gunnar Nylund Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
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Stoneware
Gunnar Nylund, Eggshell Stoneware Pitcher, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1940s
By Gunnar Nylund
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Impeccable stoneware pitcher produced by Rörstrands, Sweden, 1940s. Designed and signed by Gunnar Nylund, (Swedish, 1914-1997).
Nylund served as artistic director at Rörstrands, w...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Gunnar Nylund Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
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Ceramic
Gunnar Nylund, Large Brown Glazed Vase, Sweden, 1960s
By Gunnar Nylund
Located in New York, NY
A beautifully glazed mid-century vase executed by Gunna Nylund for the venerable Swedish based ceramics firm Rorstrand. Signed.
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Gunnar Nylund Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
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Ceramic
Gunnar Nylund Ceramic Vase by Rörstrand in Sweden
By Gunnar Nylund
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare ceramic vase designed by Gunnar Nylund. Produced by Rörstrand in Sweden.
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Gunnar Nylund Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
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Ceramic
A Stoneware Plate or Dish by Gunnar Nylund
By Gunnar Nylund
Located in San Francisco, CA
A wide rimmed stoneware dish in mottled brown-orange and tan glaze. Incised R, three crowns, SWEDEN, G.N.
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1940s Swedish Modern Vintage Gunnar Nylund Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
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Stoneware
A Rebus Series Ceramic Vase by Gunnar Nylund.
By Gunnar Nylund
Located in San Francisco, CA
A ceramic vase with a mottled glaze in brown and yellow tones by Gunnar Nylund. Rebus series. Incised with maker's mark and designer's initials "R, GN, Sweden, 6."
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1960s Swedish Modern Vintage Gunnar Nylund Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
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Ceramic
Gunnar Nylund, Offwhite Teardrop-shaped Glazed Vase, Sweden, 1960s
By Gunnar Nylund
Located in New York, NY
A beautifully glazed mid-century vase executed by Gunna Nylund for the venerable Swedish based ceramics firm Rorstrand. Signed.
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Gunnar Nylund Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
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Ceramic
Gunnar Nylund Ceramic Bowls Model Caolina by Rörstrand in Sweden
By Gunnar Nylund
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Set of 3 ceramic bowls model Caolina designed by Gunnar Nylund. Produced by Rörstrand in Sweden.
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Gunnar Nylund Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
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Ceramic
Gunnar Nylund Ceramic Vase by Rörstrand in Sweden
By Gunnar Nylund
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare ceramic vase designed by Gunnar Nylund. Produced by Rörstrand in Sweden.
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Gunnar Nylund Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
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Ceramic
Pitcher by Gunnar Nylund
By Gunnar Nylund
Located in San Francisco, CA
A very small pitcher or vase in hare's fur glaze of yellow and mustard by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand. Impressed on the bottom by both the creator and manufacturer's mark.
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1960s Danish Modern Vintage Gunnar Nylund Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
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Ceramic
$1,200
Stoneware Vase Designed by Gunnar Nylund
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in Hägersten, SE
Stoneware vase designed by Gunnar Nylund. Hand made at Rörstrand in the 1940s. Glaze with burnt brown tones. Very good vintage condition with light wear and patina.
Dimensions: H....
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Gunnar Nylund Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
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Stoneware
Gunnar Nylund, Pale Blue Glazed Vase, Sweden, 1960s
By Gunnar Nylund
Located in New York, NY
A beautifully glazed mid-century vase executed by Gunna Nylund for the venerable Swedish based ceramics firm Rorstrand. Signed.
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Gunnar Nylund Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
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Ceramic
Monkey Sculpture by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand, Sweden, 1950s, Glazed Stoneware
By Gunnar Nylund
Located in Stockholm, SE
Stoneware.
Signed.
H: 15.5 cm / 6''
W: 19 cm / 7 1/2''
D: 13.5 cm / 5 1/4''
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Gunnar Nylund Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
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Stoneware
Scandinavian Ceramic Pichet, Model AXQ
By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Scandinavian ceramic pichet, model AXQ signed.
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1960s Swedish Vintage Gunnar Nylund Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
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Ceramic
Gunnar Nylund serveware, ceramics, silver and glass for sale on 1stDibs.
Gunnar Nylund serveware, ceramics, silver and glass are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of ceramic and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Gunnar Nylund serveware, ceramics, silver and glass, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original serveware, ceramics, silver and glass by Gunnar Nylund were created in the Scandinavian Modern style in europe during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider serveware, ceramics, silver and glass by Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand, and Stig Lindberg. Prices for Gunnar Nylund serveware, ceramics, silver and glass can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $165 and can go as high as $10,514, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $1,064.