Johnny Mattsson sculpture

This sculptural object was designed and produced by Johnny Mattsson in Sweden during the 1950s. It is crafted from solid pine and teak, two woods favored in Scandinavian decorative arts for their warm tones and expressive grain patterns. The design features a tall, sharply tapering triangular form that rises from a low, square base with softly rounded corners. The central vertical shaft is laminated from two layers of wood—likely contrasting cuts or species—creating subtle variations in grain direction and color that enhance the visual impact of the otherwise minimalist geometry.

The surface is finely sanded and finished with a matte or lightly oiled treatment that highlights the natural qualities of the wood without adding gloss or artificial color. The construction is precise, with crisp edges and clean transitions between elements. The base bears a hand-marked serial number, indicating the piece was likely part of a limited, individually produced series.

Johnny Mattsson was a Swedish designer and craftsman known for his sculptural wooden objects created in small quantities during the mid-20th century. His work is characterized by a reductive formal language and a focus on the interplay of form, shadow, and grain. Though operating outside major industrial design firms, Mattsson’s work reflects the Scandinavian tradition of craftsmanship and modernist abstraction.

The sculpture is in very good condition, showing minor wear consistent with age. It has no repairs, cracks, or structural issues, and the wood has developed an even tone while preserving its original surface integrity.

The dimensions are 6 centimeters wide, 5 centimeters deep, and 30.5 centimeters high (approximately 2.4 by 2 by 12 inches).