Carl-Einar Borgstrom Vases and Vessels

Gunnar Ander Water Pitcher by Ystad Metall, Sweden 1960's.

Six midcentury vases of different sizes by Aseda Glasbruk (glass makers) Sweden. In blue, green, amber and clear cased glass bamboo style. The name of the design is 'Bark' vase, desi...

Gunnar Ander was an industrial designer and architect, and one of the brightest stars of 20th-century Swedish metal, wood, and glass design. His most well-known models are the innovative designs for Ystad Metall, such as this unique pair of candle holders. His designs are represented in numerous museums in Sweden. This branched candle holder, or ‘ljusstake’ in Swedish, is a modern interpretation of the classic candlestick that was once found in most Swedish homes. The versatile shapes and forms of this model come alive thanks to the modern materials and the colour choice. The black lacquered metal structure is composed of 6 asymmetrical arms that share the same curve except for the central pair that are perfectly straight. The arms connect at the base in the middle and are wrapped by a sculptural brass piece. This creates a neat, seemingly gravity defying visual effect. The candles’ cups are made of brass that stand out beautifully against the black structure. The cups are formed so that the dripping wax is caught inside of them, similarly to chambersticks. Arranged carefully at different heights, the cups make the design dynamic and quite organic as well. With home improvements...

Beautiful Patinated bronze Vase by Ystad Brons, Sweden, from the 1940s. Elegant patinated bronze vase with handles marked "Ystad Brons" underneath. Great condition.

Rare red Art Deco vase designed by Ivar Ålenius Björk. Produced by Ystad Metall in Sweden.

Elegant pewter vase from Ystad Metall. Wide mouth, tapering towards the base that is adorned with beautiful leaves.

Gunnar Ander was an industrial designer and architect, and one of the brightest stars of 20th-century Swedish metal, wood, and glass design. His most well-known models are the innovative designs for Ystad Metall, such as this unique pair of candle holders. His designs are represented in numerous museums in Sweden. These black lacquered wrought iron and brass “Sonata” candle holders have an intrinsically modern, sculptural look. The versatile shapes and forms come alive thanks to the modern materials and the colour choice. Like with lamps, it says a lot about a design when it stands out even without its source of light, in this case, candles. With home improvements...

A large and very stylish Art Deco vase by the Swedish sculptor and designer Einar Lutherkort, for Upsala-Ekeby. The vase is depicting a jumping naked woman shown in very high relief...

Lovely and heavy ovalshaped bronze candle holder for three thinner candles by Oscar Antonsson for Ystad Metall - Sweden 1930s. Nicely sculpted body and...

Scandinavian modern vase in brass "Kunga-Vasen" (King Vase) from Ystad Metall. This model was designed in 1930's and got it's name "King Vase" in 1935 when King of Sweden...

A vase with a Ystad Bronze metal lid, mounted on a wooden pedestal with vegetal decoration at the base, from where the glass emerges, finished with a lid ...

Swedish Modern vase in metal from Birka Metall, ca 1930-1940s. Signed with makers mark. Good vintage condition, wear and patina consistent with age and ...