Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand, vase.

Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand, vase. Slender vase in glazed stoneware with a long narrow neck and gently tapering body. Finished with a vibrant blue glaze showing fine vertical movement and a darker accent at the rim. Produced in first factory quality, this piece represents Gunnar Nylund’s refined work in reduced scale. Origin: Sweden. Designer: Gunnar Nylund. Material: Stoneware. Dimensions: H. 14 cm, D. 5 cm. Period: Mid-20th century. Condition: Very good condition. Bio: Gunnar Nylund (1904–1997) was a key figure in Swedish ceramics and played a major role in shaping Rörstrand’s artistic direction during the mid-20th century. In addition to larger sculptural works, he produced miniature forms in which proportion, glaze, and surface expression are distilled into a compact and elegant format.