Berndt Friberg vase

This rare ceramic vase, designed by Berndt Friberg and produced by Gustavsberg in Sweden in 1978, exemplifies Friberg’s exceptional skill in both form and glazing techniques. The vase features a delicate, elongated neck that gracefully expands into a rounded base, demonstrating a refined sense of proportion and balance. Its surface is finished with Friberg’s signature hare’s fur glaze, noted for its fine, vertical streaks that impart a textured, almost tactile visual effect.

The coloration is a subtle and sophisticated blend of grayish-blue tones, with gentle variations that enhance the vase’s organic and natural appearance. The glaze’s nuanced depth contributes to the overall elegance and uniqueness of the piece. The base of the vase bears the original Friberg signature alongside the Gustavsberg stamp, authenticating its provenance and craftsmanship.

Measuring 11 cm in diameter (4.3 inches) and 23 cm in height (9.1 inches), this vase stands as a distinguished example of late 20th-century Swedish ceramics and remains highly regarded among collectors and connoisseurs of Scandinavian design.