Anna-Lisa Thomson Decorative Objects
Swedish, 1905-1952
Swedish master ceramicist Anna-Lisa Thomson introduced a spirit to pottery in ways that had not yet been seen before her time. Best known for her "Paprika" series, Thomson brought an expert eye for simple beauty and quiet elegance to the glazed and unglazed surfaces of her tall, slender vases and other decorative objects.
Thomson’s love of experimentation with new techniques and materials — especially glazes — lent an unparalleled level of distinction to her works. She often drew her inspiration from bodies of water and the natural world, which is evident in the smooth flow of lines and aquatic luster present in many of her finished pieces.
Thomson was born in 1905 in Karlskrona, Sweden. She studied at the Technical School in Stockholm, completing her schooling in 1924. Shortly after completing her studies, Thomson joined St. Eriks Lervarufabriker in Upsala, and became their artistic director within two years. To this day, she remains the most prominent creator associated with the company's name.
In the 1930s, Thomson joined Upsala Ekeby, where, alongside preeminent ceramic designers Sven Erik Skawonius and Vicke Lindstrand, she changed the course of the company's ceramics division. During her time with Upsala Ekeby, Thomson adopted an ancient Grecian style, adding classic images of doves to her vases and urns in homage to the goddess Athena. She also worked at Gefle Porslinsfabrik.
Thomson spent the last years of her life at her cottage in Grundsund on Sweden's west coast, where she turned her artistic attention to abstract painting. Many of her paintings grace the pages of the poetry book Eko av dagars ljusa klang (Echo of Day Bright Sound), which was published in 1953.
On 1stDibs, find Anna-Lisa Thomson ceramic vases, lighting and serveware.
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Creator: Anna-Lisa Thomson
Anna Lisa Thomson, Vase, Earthenware, Sweden, 1940s
By Anna-Lisa Thomson, Upsala Ekeby
Located in High Point, NC
A green and orange-glazed earthenware vase, designed by Anna Lisa Thomson and produced by Upsala Ekeby, Sweden, c. 1940s.
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Anna-Lisa Thomson Decorative Objects
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Earthenware
Scandinavian Modern Anna-Lisa Thomson Stoneware Vase, White Matte Glaze model 23
By Anna-Lisa Thomson, Gamla Uppsala Keramik
Located in Stockholm, SE
Scandinavia Modern Anna-Lisa Thomson Stoneware Vase, White Matte Glaze, model 23.
With its elegant white matte glaze and slender opening, this vase is perfect for showcasing a single...
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1930s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Anna-Lisa Thomson Decorative Objects
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Stoneware
Anna Lisa Thomson for Upsala Ekeby Swedish Pottery Bowl or Dish, circa 1950s
By Upsala Ekeby, Anna-Lisa Thomson
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
Rare, large vintage Mid-Century round circular bowl or dish designed by Swedish artist and sculptor Anna-Lisa Thomson (1905-1952) in 1948, produced circa 1950s.
The decoration on ...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Anna-Lisa Thomson Decorative Objects
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Ceramic, Clay
Scandinavian Modern White Matte Glazed Vase by Anna-Lisa Thomson
By Anna-Lisa Thomson, Gamla Uppsala Keramik
Located in Stockholm, SE
Scandinavian Modern white matte glazed vase by Anna-Lisa Thomson. She was a Swedish ceramicist and designer, active during the 20th century, known for her work with Upsala-Ekeby, a r...
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Anna-Lisa Thomson Decorative Objects
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Stoneware
White Vase by Anna-Lisa Thomson. Gefle / Upsala Ekeby, Sweden, 1930s
By Gefle, Upsala Ekeby, Anna-Lisa Thomson
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful vase by Anna-Lisa Thomson for Gefle / Upsala Ekeby, Sweden, 1930s.
Excellent condition.
Signed 'Thomson' on the side of the vase and stamped 'Gefle' underneath.
Anna-L...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Anna-Lisa Thomson Decorative Objects
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Ceramic, Earthenware
2 Anna-Lisa Thomson Ceramic Ribbed Vases Upsala Ekeby, 1930
By Anna-Lisa Thomson, Upsala Ekeby
Located in New York, NY
Two Swedish art Deco, Scandinavian Modern ceramic vase with textured horizontal lines, a thin glaze reveals the clay's color. Designed by Anna-Lisa Thomson for Upsala Ekeby. Signed o...
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Anna-Lisa Thomson Decorative Objects
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Clay
Off white Floor Vase by Anna-Lisa Thomson for Upsala-Ekeby, Sweden. 1940's.
By Upsala Ekeby, Anna-Lisa Thomson
Located in Goteborg, SE
Large floor vase by the Swedish ceramic designer Anna-Lise Thomson. Made in the 1940's at Upsala-Ekeby.
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Anna-Lisa Thomson Decorative Objects
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Ceramic
Scandinavian Modern Anna-Lisa Thomson Stoneware Vase in Jade green, Sweden
By Anna-Lisa Thomson, Gamla Uppsala Keramik
Located in Stockholm, SE
Scandinavian Modern Anna-Lisa Thomson stoneware vase in Jade green, Uppsala Ekeby,
Introducing the stunning jade green vase by Anna-Lisa Tho...
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Anna-Lisa Thomson Decorative Objects
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Stoneware
Ceramic Table Lamp by Anna-Lisa Thomson, 1940s
By Upsala Ekeby, Anna-Lisa Thomson
Located in Stockholm, SE
Ceramic table lamp model '208' by Anna-Lisa Thomson, 1940s.
Produced at Upsala Ekeby, 1940s.
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Anna-Lisa Thomson Decorative Objects
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Ceramic
Scandinavian Modern Anna-Lisa Thomson Stoneware Vase, Off-White Glazed, Sweden
By Anna-Lisa Thomson, Gamla Uppsala Keramik
Located in Stockholm, SE
Scandinavia Modern Anna-Lisa Thomson, stoneware vase, off-white glaze, model 23.
With its elegant white off-White glaze and slender opening, this vase is perfect for showcasing a sin...
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1940s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Anna-Lisa Thomson Decorative Objects
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Stoneware
"Under the Sea, " Large, Rare Art Deco Bowl by Thomson for Upsala Ekeby
By Anna-Lisa Thomson
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This remarkably large and dramatic low bowl from the Swedish ceramic firm of Upsala-Ekeby was designed by Anna-Lisa Thomson in the late 1940s. Here she depicts seaweed, coral, sea sh...
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1940s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Anna-Lisa Thomson Decorative Objects
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Clay
Anna-Lisa Thomson, Vase, Earthenware, Sweden, 1930s
By Anna-Lisa Thomson, Upsala Ekeby
Located in High Point, NC
A beige and green-glazed earthenware vase designed by Anna-Lisa Thomson and produced by Upsala Ekeby, Sweden, 1930s.
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1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Anna-Lisa Thomson Decorative Objects
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Earthenware
Anna-Lisa Thomson, Vase, Earthenware, Sweden, 1930s
By Anna-Lisa Thomson, Upsala Ekeby
Located in High Point, NC
An off-white glazed earthenware vase designed by Anna-Lisa Thomson and produced by Upsala Ekeby, Sweden, 1930s.
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1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Anna-Lisa Thomson Decorative Objects
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Earthenware
Anna-Lisa Thomson, Vase, Earthenware, Sweden, 1940s
By Anna-Lisa Thomson
Located in High Point, NC
A white-glazed earthenware vase designed by Anna Lisa Thomson and produced by Upsala Ekeby, Sweden, 1940s.
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Anna-Lisa Thomson Decorative Objects
Materials
Earthenware
Anna-Lisa Thomson Floor Vase Produced by Upsala Ekeby in Sweden
By Anna-Lisa Thomson
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare floor vase designed by Anna-Lisa Thomson. Produced by Upsala Ekeby in Sweden.
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Anna-Lisa Thomson Decorative Objects
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Ceramic
Anna-Lisa Thomson Paprika Vases for Upsala Ekby, Sweden
By Anna-Lisa Thomson
Located in San Francisco, CA
Anna-Lisa Thomson design Paprika ceramic vases for Upsala-Ekby, Sweden.
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1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Anna-Lisa Thomson Decorative Objects
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Ceramic
Anna-Lisa Thomson Vase Produced by Upsala Ekeby in Sweden
By Anna-Lisa Thomson
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare ceramic vase designed by Anna-Lisa Thomson. Produced by Upsala Ekeby in Sweden.
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Anna-Lisa Thomson Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Anna-Lisa Thomson Vase Produced by Upsala Ekeby in Sweden
By Anna-Lisa Thomson
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare ceramic vase designed by Anna-Lisa Thomson. Produced by Upsala Ekeby in Sweden.
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Anna-Lisa Thomson Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Scandinavian Modern, Vase by Anna-Lisa Thomson, Earthenware, Sweden, ca 1950's
By Upsala Ekeby, Anna-Lisa Thomson
Located in Örebro, SE
A white-glazed earthenware vase designed by Anna-Lisa Thomson and produced by Upsala Ekeby, Sweden, ca 1950's.
Good vintage condition, wear and patina consistent with age and use.
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Anna-Lisa Thomson Decorative Objects
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Earthenware
Anna-lisa Thomson decorative objects for sale on 1stDibs.
Anna-Lisa Thomson decorative objects are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of ceramic and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Anna-Lisa Thomson decorative objects, although beige editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original decorative objects by Anna-Lisa Thomson were created in the Scandinavian Modern style in europe during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider decorative objects by Erik Höglund, Höganäs Keramik, and Ewald Dahlskog. Prices for Anna-Lisa Thomson decorative objects can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $580 and can go as high as $3,626, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $1,500.