Vintage Sommerso Glass Vase No B 894 by Gunnar Nylund for Strömbergshyttan, Sweden, 1960s

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About This Piece

Vintage Design

The "Sommerso B 894" vase was designed by Gunnar Nylund, one of the most renowned Swedish glass designers, for the prestigious Strömbergshyttan, glassworks in the 1960s. The characteristic "sommerso" technique involves embedding a layer of colored glass within a transparent outer layer, creating a stunning effect of depth and luminosity.

The vase stands out with its simple, organic form and subtle gradient of gray tones transitioning into clear glass. with its compact dimensions and minimalist design, it works perfectly both as a decorative piece and a collectible item, showcasing classic Scandinavian craftsmanship.

Dimensions:
Height: 14 cm
Width: 8 cm
Depth: 4 cm
Key Features:
Technique: Sommerso – a colored layer embedded in clear glass.
Color Palette: Gray gradient transitioning to transparent glass.
Material: Cristall glass.
Form: Organic, slender silhouette.
Attributes:
Country of Origin: Sweden
Manufacturer: Strömbergshyttan
Designer: Gunnar Nylund
Model: Sommerso B 894
Date: 1960s
Condition: Very good

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Creator	Gunnar Nylund
Manufacturer	Strömbergshyttan
Design Period	1950 to 1959
Production Period	1950 to 1959
Country of Manufacture	Sweden
Identifying Marks	This piece has been attributed based on archival documentation, such as vintage catalogs, designer records, or other literature sources
Style	Scandinavian Modern
Detailed Condition	Excellent — This vintage/antique piece is in near original condition. It may show minimal traces of use and/or have slight restorations.
Product Code	MOG-2087085
Restoration and Damage Details	Excellent vintage condition, clean inside
Materials	Crystal
Color	Black, Clear
Width	8 cm 8 cm
Depth	5 cm 5 cm
Height	15 cm 15 cm

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About the Creator

Gunnar Nylund

Danish-Finnish ceramic artist, designer, and sculptor Gunnar Nylund (1904-1997) is one of the most renowned ceramicists of the 20th century. He is best known for his work with Swedish brand Rörstrand, one of the oldest ceramics manufacturers in Europe.

Born in Paris to a Danish mother and a Finnish-Swedish father, Nylund relocated several times before reaching adulthood. He fled the civil war in Finland to Denmark, where he completed his schooling in 1923. He then studied and apprenticed in ceramics in Helsinki before returning once more to Copenhagen to study architecture at the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts.

While enrolled at the academy, Nylund continued to practice ceramics with his father, who was a sculptor. He also took on extra work at the Bing & Gröndahl (B&G) porcelain factory, which was located next to the Royal Copenhagen factory (they later merged). Nylund's contributions to exhibits at the 1925 Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes expo in Paris led B&G to offer him a permanent position; Nyland dropped his architectural studies for the job. Following a three-year stint at B&G working under the guidance of Jean Gauguin, Nyland left in 1928 to establish the Nylund-Krebs studio with Nathalie Krebs. The duo's pioneering Saxbo range (1929) has become an icon of Scandinavian ceramic design.

The studio rebranded as Saxbo in 1930 to capitalize on the success of the collection successful collection. After two years, Nyland left to become the Artistic Director of Swedish company Rörstrand, a position he held until sometime between 1955 and 1959. During his tenure at Rörstrand, Nyland became known for smooth matte glazes, beautiful muted colors, and modernist shapes; he produced hundreds of designs for decorative objects, vases, pitchers, and tableware services.

Nylund also held the Artistic Director position in Strömbergshyttans glassworks in Sweden from circa 1954 to '67, alongside freelancing for the Nymölle ceramics factory in Denmark and the Glimma glassworks in Glimåkra, Sweden.

In addition to designing tableware and accessories for industrial production, Nylund was also an accomplished sculptor and was commissioned for many public works throughout his career. Many sculptures are housed in Swedish museums, including the National Museum in Stockholm, Röhsska Museum in Gothenburg, Malmö Art Museum, Höganäs Museum (which bought Nylund’s entire stoneware portfolio), Rörstrand Museum in Lidköping. The collections of the Danish Museum of Art & Design, Ateneum Art Museum in Helsinki, Latvian National Museum of Art in Riga, and the National Ceramics Museum of Sèvres in Paris also own Nyland designs.