Bidspirit auction | Stalhane for Rorstrand Rare Tall

Stalhane for Rorstrand Rare Tall Ceramic Vase 1946 - Carl-Harry Stalhane (Swedish, 1920-1990) for Rorstrand, Sweden. Rare and experimental tall ceramic vase depicting nude female figures, winged beasts, and mythological creatures in relief enveloping the exterior, 1946. Stoneware pottery with a rich, matte blue glaze. Incised signature, first quality Rorstrand maker's mark, and dated ”'46” along the underside. Carl-Harry Stalhane is one of the most celebrated figures of 20th-century Swedish ceramic design. He is best known for his role as the artistic leader at Rorstrand during the 1960s. His name has become synonymous with exceptional ceramic quality, stunning creative design, and outstanding craftsmanship. Stalhane's work is represented in the Swedish National Museum of Art and Design. Height: 11 1/4 in x diameter: 2 1/2 in. Condition: There are no major cracks, losses, or restorations. Fleabite chip to the glaze along the rim. Light wear to the footrim, including a small chip. Faint crazing to the glaze throughout.