Carl-Harry Stålhane vase

This ceramic vase was designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane and produced by Rörstrand in Sweden during the 1960s. The vase features a slender, elongated form that tapers gently toward the base, culminating in a slightly flared opening at the top. Its surface is decorated with a textured, relief-like pattern reminiscent of organic teardrop shapes, finished in a deep, dark glaze with subtle tonal variations.

Carl-Harry Stålhane was a prominent figure in Swedish ceramic design, renowned for his sculptural approach and expert use of glazes. As artistic director at Rörstrand, one of Sweden’s leading porcelain manufacturers, he significantly influenced mid-century Scandinavian aesthetics. His work is noted for its exploration of form, surface texture, and restrained elegance.

This vase exemplifies the Scandinavian mid-century ethos in ceramics, where form and texture engage to create a dynamic yet minimalist object. The dark glaze amplifies the depth of the relief pattern, lending a tactile dimension to the piece.

The vase measures 7 cm in diameter and 31 cm in height (2.8 x 12.2 inches).