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.
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Anna-Lisa Thomson, Table Lamp, Glazed Earthenware, Upsala-Ekeby, Sweden, 1940s
By Anna-Lisa Thomson, Upsala Ekeby
Located in High Point, NC
A white, glazed earthenware table lamp designed by Anna-Lisa Thomson and produced by Upsala-Ekeby, Sweden, 1940s. Sold without lampshade. Dimensions of Lamp (inches) : 10.375 x...
Earthenware
Swedish Modern table lamp with ceramic base by Anna-Lisa Thomson, mid1900s.
By Upsala Ekeby, Anna-Lisa Thomson
Located in Stockholm, SE
Beautiful earthenware table lamp with white glaze. Designed by Anna-Lisa Thomson for Upsala Ekeby Sweden, mid1900s. Beautiful decor and original shade. Nice patina. Smaller signs of...
Ceramic, Earthenware
$1,360Sale Price|20% Off
Glazed Ceramic Table Lamp by Anna-Lisa Thomson for Upsala Ekeby, Sweden, c. 1940
By Anna-Lisa Thomson
Located in New York, NY
Glazed Ceramic Table Lamp by Anna-Lisa Thomson for Upsala Ekeby, Sweden, c. 1940 Beautiful butter yellow glazed ceramic table lamp with abstracted orange and green floral detailing....
Ceramic
Anna-Lisa Thomson, Table Lamp, Glazed Earthenware, Upsala-Ekeby, Sweden, 1940s
By Anna-Lisa Thomson, Upsala Ekeby
Located in High Point, NC
A white-glazed earthenware table lamp designed by Anna-Lisa Thomson and produced by Upsala-Ekeby, Sweden, 1940s. Dimensions of lamp (inches) : 12 x 5 x 5 (H x W x D) Dimensions of...
Stoneware
Anna-Lisa Thomson, Table Lamp, Earthenware, Sweden, 1930s
By Anna-Lisa Thomson, Upsala Ekeby
Located in High Point, NC
A yellow-glazed fluted table lamp designed by Anna-Lisa Thomson and produced by Upsala Ekeby, Sweden, 1930s Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 15.65 H x 5.5” Diameter Dimensions of Shade ...
Brass
Anna-Lisa Thomson, Table Lamp, Earthenware, Sweden, 1930s
By Anna-Lisa Thomson, Upsala Ekeby
Located in High Point, NC
A green-glazed and incised table lamp designed by Anna-Lisa Thomson and produced by Upsala Ekeby, Sweden, 1930s. Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 12.15 H x 5.25” Diameter Dimensions of ...
Brass
Anna-Lisa Thomson Glazed Ceramic Table Lampby Upsala Ekeby, Sweden, 1940s
By Anna-Lisa Thomson, Upsala Ekeby
Located in Bromma, SE
An white-glazed earthenware table lamp designed by Anna-Lisa Thomson and produced by Upsala-Ekeby, Sweden, 1940s. Beautiful texture in the form of fishbone. Atelier made lampshade i...
Earthenware
Off-White Ceramic Upsala-Ekeby Table Lamp by Anna-Lisa Thomson, 'Under the Sea"
By Anna-Lisa Thomson, Gamla Uppsala Keramik
Located in Stockholm, SE
Timeless elegance: Here we have a true gem from the 1940s – an Upsala-Ekeby off-white table lamp designed by Anna-Lisa Thomson. With its characteristic Scandinavian Modern expression...
Stoneware
Midcentury Earthenware Table Lamp by Anna-Lisa Thomson, Sweden, 1940s
By Anna-Lisa Thomson, Upsala Ekeby
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Striking table lamp by Anna-Lisa Thomson, in rich brown stoneware. Base with an oval form decorated with an aquatic themed embossed pattern. The artist Anna-Lisa Thomson is best kno...
Earthenware
Anna-Lisa Thomson, Table Lamp, Earthenware, Sweden, 1930s
By Anna-Lisa Thomson
Located in High Point, NC
An off-white table lamp designed by Anna-Lisa Thomson and produced by Upsala Ekeby, Sweden, 1930s. “EKEBY 3154” stamp on bottom Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 12” H x 9.5” Diameter D...
Earthenware
A Glazed Earthenware Table Lamp by Anna-Lisa Thomson
By Anna-Lisa Thomson, Upsala Ekeby
Located in New York, NY
An earthenware table lamp by Anna-Lisa Thomson for Upsala Ekeby. With hand-glazed finish with feather design. Circa 1930. Lampshade included, price includes new wiring.
Earthenware
Monumental Anna-Lisa Thomson White on White "Paprika" Series Table Lamp, 1950's
By Anna-Lisa Thomson, Upsala Ekeby
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Substantial Anna Lisa Thomson for Upsala Ekeby AB White Ceramic Table Lamp. Featuring a large textured bottle shape, off-white matte background, incised, reflective white leaf and li...
Pottery
Anna-Lisa Thomson, Table lamp in glazed earthenware, Swedish Modern mid-1900s.
By Anna-Lisa Thomson
Located in Stockholm, SE
Anna-Lisa Thomson (1905–1952), table lamp in glazed eartenware, mid-1900s. The table lamp with its beautful geometric pattern is in good condition. Bottom with markers mark. Rewired...
Earthenware
Anna-Lisa Thomson, Table Lamp, Earthenware, Upsala-Ekeby, Sweden, 1940s
By Upsala Ekeby, Anna-Lisa Thomson
Located in High Point, NC
An earthenware table lamp designed by Anna-Lisa Thomson and produced by Upsala-Ekeby, Sweden, 1940s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 10.06"H x 8.06"W x 6.56"D Dimensions of Lamp with ...
Earthenware
Pair of Scandinavian Ceramic Lamps by Anna-Lisa Thomson
By Anna-Lisa Thomson
Located in Montreal, QC
Pair of Scandinavian ceramic table lamps by Anna-Lisa Thomson.
Ceramic
Art Deco White Seashell Motif Table lamp By Anna Lisa Thomson, Upsala Ekeby
By Anna-Lisa Thomson, Upsala Ekeby
Located in Grythyttan, SE
The Snäcka (seashell in Swedish) table lamp, designed by Anna-Lisa Thomson for Upsala-Ekeby in the 1940s, is a stunning example of Swedish mid-century ceramic artistry. Made of earth...
Earthenware
Modernist Earthenware Table lamp, Anna-Lisa Thomson, Upsala-Ekeby, Sweden, 1940s
By Anna-Lisa Thomson, Upsala Ekeby
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Lovely earthenware table lamp by Anna-Lisa Thomson, glazed white over an elegant decor of shells. The artist Anna-Lisa Thomson is best known for her stoneware and earthenware for Up...
Ceramic
Anna-Lisa Thomson Ceramic Table Lamp, Gefle Sweden, 1940s–50s
By Gefle, Anna-Lisa Thomson
Located in Staffanstorp, SE
This sculptural ceramic table lamp was designed by Anna-Lisa Thomson (1905–1952), one of Sweden’s most important mid-century ceramic artists. Thomson was a leading designer at Gefle ...
Ceramic
Anna-Lisa Thomsson Upsala Ekeby Sweden 1930s Tablelamp Art Deco
By Upsala Ekeby, Anna-Lisa Thomson
Located in Staffanstorp, SE
A striking Swedish Modern ceramic table lamp designed by the renowned Anna-Lisa Thomson for Upsala Ekeby. Crafted in the 1930s, this sculptural piece features a beautifully swirled A...
Ceramic
Vintage Expo Table Lamp by Anna-Lisa Thomson for Upsala Ekeby
By Anna-Lisa Thomson, Upsala Ekeby
Located in Örebro, SE
Beautiful table lamp, model "Expo" by Anna-Lisa Thomson. Production period 1937-1948. Later decor with birds and flowers made by L. Sunesson in 1950. The lamp is filled with small st...
Ceramic
Anna-Lisa Thomson Ceramic Table Lamp, Upsala-Ekeby, Swedish Modern, 1940s
By Upsala Ekeby, Anna-Lisa Thomson
Located in The Hague, NL
This elegant table lamp was designed by the Swedish painter and ceramicist Anna-Lisa Thomson. The base was produced by the ceramic and porcelain manufacturer Upsala-Ekeby in the late...
Ceramic, Fabric
Anna-Lisa Thomson, Table Lamps, Earthenware, Sweden, 1930s
By Upsala Ekeby, Anna-Lisa Thomson
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of white-glazed earthenware table lamps designed by Anna-Lisa Thomson and produced by Upsala Ekeby, Sweden, 1930s. Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 12” H x 4.5” Diameter Dimensio...
Earthenware
Anna-Lisa Thomson, Table Lamp, Glazed Ceramic, Gefle, Sweden, 1930s
By Anna-Lisa Thomson
Located in High Point, NC
A green, glazed ceramic table lamp designed by Anna-Lisa Thomson and produced by Gefle, Sweden, 1930s. Dimensions of Lamp (inches) : 11.62 x 6.5 x 6.5 (H x W x D) Dimensions of Sh...
Ceramic
Art Deco Ceramic Table Lamp by Anna-Lisa Thomson for Upsala Ekeby, 1930s
By Anna-Lisa Thomson
Located in Staffanstorp, SE
A striking Swedish Modern ceramic table lamp designed by the renowned Anna-Lisa Thomson for Upsala Ekeby. Crafted in the 1930s, this sculptural piece features a beautifully swirled A...
Ceramic
$3,078
H 15.36 in Dm 13.78 in
Einar Luterkort Green Glazed Ceramic Table Lamp, Upsala Ekeby, Sweden, 1930s
By Einar Luterkort, Upsala Ekeby
Located in The Hague, NL
This rare table lamp was designed by Einar Luterkort and produced by Upsala Ekeby in Sweden during the 1930s. The design is model number 322, and the lamp retains its original manufa...
Brass
$1,995
H 17.5 in Dm 9 in
Large Swedish Ceramic Vase / Table Lamp Base by Vicke Lindstrand & Upsala Ekeby
By Upsala Ekeby, Vicke Lindstrand
Located in New York, NY
Large Swedish Mid-Century Modern white ceramic table lamp base / vase designed by Vicke Lindstrand for Upsala Ekeby. The form of the piece is elegantly conceived; it is tapered and fluted. The under glaze of the white exterior has burnt reddish tones which come through along the edges and give the piece depth and warmth. Furthermore, it is equipped with a pre-set drilled hole near the mouth which allows room for an electrical cord and for this piece to be used as a table lamp or a vase. Stamped: V.L. on base. Additional References: NK, Nordiska Kompaniet, Axel Einar Hjort, Carl Marmstrom, Orrefors...
Ceramic, Pottery
Swedish Table Lamp from Böhlmarks, 1930s
By Arvid Böhlmarks Lampfabrik
Located in Karlstad, SE
Elegant table lamp, crafted by Böhlmarks in the 1930s. The design features a sleek, tapered stem anchored by a spherical brass detail and a solid, circular base. The lamp is complemented by a newly custom-made pleated lampshade, created from vintage chintz fabric...
Brass
A Green Glazed Ceramic Table Lamp by Einar Luterkort for Upsala Ekeby
By Einar Luterkort, Upsala Ekeby
Located in New York, NY
A green glazed ceramic table lamp with contrasting ribbed design. Made by Einar Luterkort for Upsala Ekeby. Circa 1930. Price includes new wiring, lampshade not included.
Ceramic
Scandinavian Modern Table Lamp from Böhlmarks, Sweden, 1930s
By Bohlmarks, Melchior Wernstedt
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Lovely table lamp from Böhlmarks, made from brass with a large shade lacquered dark green. The key detail on top of the shade lights the lamp when turned.
Brass
Pair of Scandinavian Ceramic Lamps by Anna-Lisa Thomson
By Anna-Lisa Thomson
Located in Montreal, QC
Pair of Scandinavian ceramic table lamps by Anna-Lisa Thomson.
Ceramic
Amber Glass & Burnished Brass Table Lamp, Sweden 1930s
By Arvid Böhlmarks Lampfabrik
Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW
This Art Deco table lamp was designed and manufactured in Sweden in the 1930s. The light features a sculptural amber glass shade with a hammered texture, forming an elongated, beeh...
Brass
Pair of Table Lamps by Böhlmarks, Sweden, 1930s
By Harald Notini, Arvid Böhlmarks Lampfabrik
Located in Karlstad, SE
Elegant pair of table lamps by Arvid Böhlmarks Lampfabrik, crafted in oxidised brass with a warm, aged tone. Each lamp features a sculptural stem with subtle decorative ridges and a ...
Brass
$2,250 / set
H 36.75 in Dm 7.25 in
Pair Mid-Century Upscale Ekeby "Paprika" Table Lamps by Anna-Lisa Thomson
By Upsala Ekeby, Anna-Lisa Thomson
Located in New York, NY
Fantastic pair of Monumental Mid-Century Upsala Ekeby "Paprika" Large Ceramic/ Walnut Table Lamps by Anna-Lisa Thomson, 1950's. Vintage condition with age appropriate wear. some ver...
Ceramic, Walnut
Boréns, Scandinavian modernist table lamp, steel & rattan, Sweden, 1930s
By Boréns Borås
Located in Forserum, SE
A Scandinavian modernist desk lamp produced by the Swedish manufacturer Boréns in the 1930s. Constructed with a circular chrome steel foot supporting a cylindrical pillar wrapped in ...
Steel
Modernist Table Lamp from the 1930s, Sweden
Located in Goteborg, SE
Table lamp in metal and wood. Made in Sweden during the 1930s.
Metal
Upsala-Ekeby, Table Lamp, Brown Glazed Earthenware, Sweden, 1940s
By Upsala Ekeby
Located in High Point, NC
A brown, glazed earthenware table lamp designed and produced by Upsala-Ekeby, Sweden, 1940s. Sold without lampshade. Dimensions of Lamp (inches) : 9.5 x 7 x 7 (H x W x D) Dimen...
Earthenware
Anna Lisa Thomson Table Lamp Ekeby Ceramics Sweden 1930s Swirl Glaze
By Upsala Ekeby, Anna-Lisa Thomson
Located in Basel, BS
Anna-Lisa Thomson table lamp for Ekeby ceramics in Sweden, made in the 1930s. Hand-thrown earthenware with swirl pattern, glazed in a spotted buttery color. Original brass socket w...
Earthenware, Fabric
Sold
H 19.69 in Dm 7.49 in
Anna-Lisa Thomson Glazed Ceramic Table Lamp by Upsala Ekeby, Sweden, 1940s.
By Upsala Ekeby, Anna-Lisa Thomson
Located in Bromma, SE
Swedish Mid-century Stoneware Table Lamp in green by Anna-Lisa Thomson for Upsala-Ekeby, Sweden, 1940s. Scandinavian Modern expression in the stunning "Under the Sea" serie. The cer...
Brass
Anna-Lisa Thomson Glazed Ceramic Table Lamp, Upsala Ekeby, Sweden, 1940s
By Upsala Ekeby, Anna-Lisa Thomson
Located in The Hague, NL
This striking ceramic table lamp was designed by Anna-Lisa Thomson and produced by the Swedish company Upsala Ekeby in the 1940s. The lamp’s underside is marked with the model number...
Ceramic, Earthenware, Fabric
Anna-Lisa Thomson, table lamp, Ekeby, Swedish Modern 1940/50s.
By Upsala Ekeby, Anna-Lisa Thomson
Located in Stockholm, SE
Table lamp in earthenware by Anna-Lisa Thomson for Upsala Ekeby, 1940/50s. Rewired with new lamp shade. In good condition, nice patina. Small signs of age and wear. This is one of ...
Ceramic, Earthenware
Pair Anna-Lisa Thomson "Paprika" for Upsala Ekby, Sweden / original shades
By Anna-Lisa Thomson
Located in Buffalo, NY
Stunning matched pair of lamps by Anna-Lisa Thomson "Paprika" for Upsala Ekby, Sweden , Retain they're original wool rope shades , most likely wrapped in p...
Ceramic, Wool
Anna-Lisa Thomson, Table Lamp, Earthenware, Sweden, 1930s
By Upsala Ekeby, Anna-Lisa Thomson
Located in High Point, NC
A green and beige-glazed earthenware table lamp designed by Anna-Lisa Thomson and produced by Upsala Ekeby, Sweden, 1930s. Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 9” H x 8” W x 6” Depth Dimens...
Earthenware
Anna-Lisa Thomson, Table Lamp, Earthenware, Sweden, 1930s
By Upsala Ekeby, Anna-Lisa Thomson
Located in High Point, NC
A white-glazed earthenware table lamp designed by Anna-Lisa Thomson and produced by Upsala Ekeby, Sweden, 1930s. Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 11.15” H x 5.2” Diameter Dimensions of ...
Earthenware
Anna-Lisa Thomson, Table Lamp, Earthenware, Sweden, 1930s
By Rörstrand, Anna-Lisa Thomson
Located in High Point, NC
A red and beige-glazed earthenware table lamp designed by Anna-Lisa Thomson and produced by Upsala Ekeby, Sweden, 1930s. Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 9” H x 8.25” Diameter Dimension...
Earthenware
Anna-Lisa Thomson, Table Lamp, Glazed Ceramic, Upsala-Ekeby, Sweden, 1940s
By Upsala Ekeby, Anna-Lisa Thomson
Located in High Point, NC
An early modernist table lamp. Designed by Anna-Lisa Thomson, for Upsala-Ekeby, Sweden, 1940s. Stamped. Dimensions listed are without shade. Dimensions with shade: height is 13.5 i...
Earthenware
Anna-Lisa Thomson, Table Lamp, Glazed Ceramic, Upsala-Ekeby, Sweden, 1940s
By Upsala Ekeby, Anna-Lisa Thomson
Located in High Point, NC
An early modernist table lamp. Designed by Anna-Lisa Thomson, for Upsala-Ekeby, Sweden, 1940s. Signed. Stated dimensions exclude lampshade, height includes socket. Sold without la...
Earthenware
Anna Lisa Thomson Swedish Art Deco 1930s Art Pottery Table Lamp
By Anna-Lisa Thomson
Located in New York, NY
A wonderful Swedish Art Deco mottled cream table lamp with dark aged bronze double cluster sockets and fittings. Rewired. The beautiful vase is made by the famed Swedish ceramicist, ...
Ceramic
Sold
H 10.83 in Dm 5.52 in
Anna-Lisa Thomson, Table Lamp, Green-Glaze Earthenware Upsala-Ekeby Sweden 1940s
By Upsala Ekeby, Anna-Lisa Thomson
Located in High Point, NC
An early modernist table lamp. Designed by Anna-Lisa Thomson, for Upsala-Ekeby, Sweden, 1940s. Presents with finely incised fluted decoration. Stated dimensions exclude lampshade....
Earthenware