Wilhelm Kåge for Gustavsberg, Argenta vase.

Wilhelm Kåge for Gustavsberg, Argenta vase. Turquoise glazed stoneware vase from the Argenta series with inlaid silver decoration depicting a figure motif. Model 978. Origin: Sweden. Designer: Wilhelm Kåge (1889–1960). Material: Stoneware with silver inlay. Dimensions: H. 15 cm, D. 12 cm. Period: 1930s. Condition: Excellent condition with minor signs of wear. Bio: Wilhelm Kåge (1889–1960) was a pivotal figure in Swedish ceramic design and served as artistic director at Gustavsberg from 1917 to 1949. He combined classical forms with a modern expression and created several important series, including Argenta, introduced in the 1930s. The series is distinguished by its characteristic turquoise glaze and hand-inlaid silver decoration. Kåge’s works are represented in major museum collections internationally.