Stig Lindberg vase

This ceramic vase, model Pungo, was designed by Stig Lindberg and produced by Gustavsberg in Sweden during the mid-century Scandinavian period. It exemplifies Lindberg’s organic and sculptural design approach, characteristic of his innovative work in ceramics. The vase is crafted from white glazed ceramic with a matte surface that lends it a soft, tactile quality.

The form is asymmetrical and sculptural, featuring a teardrop-shaped body with a hollowed-out open section on one side. Its slender, elongated neck tapers to a small, slightly irregular opening, emphasizing the fluidity and natural inspiration behind the piece. This design balances functionality with artistic expression, serving both as a decorative object and a vessel for floral arrangements.

Stig Lindberg was a leading Swedish designer renowned for his whimsical patterns, modernist forms, and groundbreaking ceramics. Working at Gustavsberg from the 1940s through the 1980s, Lindberg significantly influenced Swedish ceramic art, pushing traditional boundaries with sculptural and experimental forms.

Gustavsberg, a prestigious Swedish porcelain manufacturer, played a pivotal role in mid-century Scandinavian design. The company’s commitment to quality craftsmanship and collaborations with top designers like Lindberg helped define the era’s ceramic aesthetic.

The vase is a prime example of mid-century Scandinavian design, blending simplicity with expressive form. It measures 10 cm in diameter and 19 cm in height (3.9 x 7.5 inches) and is in well-preserved condition, showing only minor signs of age.