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Erik Höglund Vases and Vessels

Swedish, 1932-1998

Swedish glass master Erik Höglund reveled in unconventional techniques and practices — the Karlskrona native once drove glassblower Ruben Hjelm out of a studio at Boda after mixing potatoes into a crucible of molten glass to determine if he could generate bubbles in the finished object. Höglund always walked his own path, and his individuality and creative spirit defines the range of decorative objects, lighting fixtures and other works in glass that he created over the years.

Höglund was born in 1932 and studied drawing and sculpting at the Swedish School of Arts. Despite his limited experience with glass, Höglund joined Boda Glassworks when the manufacturer reached out to the school for the services of a young glass artist. He taught himself how to blow glass at night and found inspiration on travels through Europe as well as in his everyday life, creating sculptures that boasted exquisite color pairings and subdued, streamlined forms. He worked at Boda for 20 years.

The Swedish National Museum purchased Höglund’s early works for an exhibition of Swedish glass art, and in 1957, Höglund’s stunning and expressive objects and sculptures earned the Danish Lunning Prize — the highest honor for an up-and-coming Scandinavian artist. He garnered international acclaim and his colorful iron and glass candleholders, candelabras and vases went on display in New York City. His work is held in the collections of the Blekinge Museum, the National Museum of Stockholm and the Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum.

Höglund left Boda in 1973 to establish his own smithery. He returned to glass design in the subsequent years, when the legendary innovator created richly colored and provocative works for Pukeberg, Åhus, Nový Bor and other manufacturers.

On 1stDibs, find a collection of Erik Höglund decorative objects, lighting and dinnerware

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Creator: Erik Höglund
Clear Glass miniature "People" Decanter by Erik Höglund, Boda, Sweden, 1950s
Clear Glass miniature "People" Decanter by Erik Höglund, Boda, Sweden, 1950s

Clear Glass miniature "People" Decanter by Erik Höglund, Boda, Sweden, 1950s

By Erik Höglund, Boda

Located in Hägersten, SE

"People" decanter designed by Erik Höglund. Rare small size. produced by Boda during the 1950s. Made from hand blown clear glass. Good vintage condition with age related wear and pat...

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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Erik Höglund Vases and Vessels

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Blown Glass

Handmade Green, Pink and Blue Glass Lidded Jar by Erik Höglund, 1992
Handmade Green, Pink and Blue Glass Lidded Jar by Erik Höglund, 1992

Handmade Green, Pink and Blue Glass Lidded Jar by Erik Höglund, 1992

By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet), Erik Höglund, Novy Bor Glassworks

Located in Grythyttan, SE

This handmade glass jar with a lid, signed by renowned Swedish designer Erik Höglund, was hand crafted at the Nový Bor glassworks, Czech Republic, in 1992. These jars have become a c...

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1990s Swedish Modern Erik Höglund Vases and Vessels

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Blown Glass

Mid-Century Collection of Five Rare Red Vases by Erik Hoglund, Sweden, 1960s
Mid-Century Collection of Five Rare Red Vases by Erik Hoglund, Sweden, 1960s

Mid-Century Collection of Five Rare Red Vases by Erik Hoglund, Sweden, 1960s

By Kosta Boda, Erik Höglund

Located in Hillringsberg, SE

Collection of five rare red glass vases / vessels designed by Erik Höglund. Hand blown at Boda glass hut during the 1960s. They are all different sizes and shapes in very good to exc...

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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Erik Höglund Vases and Vessels

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Art Glass

Handmade Blue, Pink and Black Glass Lidded Jar by Erik Höglund, 1992
Handmade Blue, Pink and Black Glass Lidded Jar by Erik Höglund, 1992

Handmade Blue, Pink and Black Glass Lidded Jar by Erik Höglund, 1992

By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet), Novy Bor Glassworks, Erik Höglund

Located in Grythyttan, SE

This handmade glass jar with a lid, signed by renowned Swedish designer Erik Höglund, was hand crafted at the Nový Bor glassworks, Czech Republic, in 1992. These jars have become a c...

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1990s Swedish Modern Erik Höglund Vases and Vessels

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Blown Glass

Clear Glass  Decanter "People" by Erik Höglund, Boda, Sweden, 1950s
Clear Glass  Decanter "People" by Erik Höglund, Boda, Sweden, 1950s

Clear Glass Decanter "People" by Erik Höglund, Boda, Sweden, 1950s

By Boda, Erik Höglund

Located in Hägersten, SE

"People" decanter designed by Erik Höglund. produced by Boda during the 1950s. Made from hand blown clear glass. Signed underneath according to picture. Good vintage condition with a...

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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Erik Höglund Vases and Vessels

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Blown Glass

Midcentury Collection of Five Blue Vases by Erik Hoglund, Sweden, 1960s
Midcentury Collection of Five Blue Vases by Erik Hoglund, Sweden, 1960s

Midcentury Collection of Five Blue Vases by Erik Hoglund, Sweden, 1960s

By Erik Höglund, Kosta Boda

Located in Hillringsberg, SE

Collection of five blue glass vases/vessels designed by Erik Höglund. Hand blown at Boda glass hut during the 1960s. They are all different sizes and shapes in very good to excellent...

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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Erik Höglund Vases and Vessels

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Art Glass

Square Art Glass / Serving Dish by Erik Höglund for Boda, Sweden 1960s
Square Art Glass / Serving Dish by Erik Höglund for Boda, Sweden 1960s

Square Art Glass / Serving Dish by Erik Höglund for Boda, Sweden 1960s

By Boda, Erik Höglund

Located in Barcelona, ES

Emblematic Erik Höglund design. Square blue art glass piece, with a deer (or possibly antelope) depicted at the centre of glass. Could be used as a serving element, or decorative tab...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Erik Höglund Vases and Vessels

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Art Glass

Erik Höglund / PEOPLE BOTTLE(GREY CARBORUNDUM) H887 / Boda Glasbruk / 1950s
Erik Höglund / PEOPLE BOTTLE(GREY CARBORUNDUM) H887 / Boda Glasbruk / 1950s

Erik Höglund / PEOPLE BOTTLE(GREY CARBORUNDUM) H887 / Boda Glasbruk / 1950s

By Erik Höglund

Located in Shibuya-Ku, JP

Launched in 1956, this series uses tiny granules of carborundum (silicon carbide) instead of the potato or sawdust that had previously been used to create bubbles. Carborundum is a ...

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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Erik Höglund Vases and Vessels

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Blown Glass

Large Turbine Glass Bowl Signed by the Swedish Glass Artist Erik Höglund, 1980
Large Turbine Glass Bowl Signed by the Swedish Glass Artist Erik Höglund, 1980

Large Turbine Glass Bowl Signed by the Swedish Glass Artist Erik Höglund, 1980

By Erik Höglund

Located in Stockholm, SE

Large Turbine glass bowl by the Swedish artist Erik Höglund, 1980. Erik Höglund, 1932-1998, was a Swedish sculptor and glass artist, commonly known for his thick and bubbly glass ma...

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1980s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Erik Höglund Vases and Vessels

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Art Glass, Blown Glass

Clear Glass  Decanter "People" by Erik Höglund, Boda, Sweden, 1950s
Clear Glass  Decanter "People" by Erik Höglund, Boda, Sweden, 1950s

Clear Glass Decanter "People" by Erik Höglund, Boda, Sweden, 1950s

By Boda, Erik Höglund

Located in Hägersten, SE

"People" decanter designed by Erik Höglund. Produced by Boda during the 1950s. Made from hand blown clear glass. Good vintage condition with age related wear and patina. Designer...

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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Erik Höglund Vases and Vessels

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Blown Glass

Clear Glass  Decanter "People" by Erik Höglund, Boda, Sweden, 1950s
Clear Glass  Decanter "People" by Erik Höglund, Boda, Sweden, 1950s

Clear Glass Decanter "People" by Erik Höglund, Boda, Sweden, 1950s

By Boda, Erik Höglund

Located in Hägersten, SE

"People" decanter designed by Erik Höglund. Produced by Boda during the 1950s. Made from hand blown clear glass. Good vintage condition with age related wear and patina. Designer...

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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Erik Höglund Vases and Vessels

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Blown Glass

Vase Designed by Erik Höglund for Boda, Sweden, 1950s
Vase Designed by Erik Höglund for Boda, Sweden, 1950s

Vase Designed by Erik Höglund for Boda, Sweden, 1950s

By Erik Höglund

Located in Stockholm, SE

Vase designed by Erik Höglund for Boda, Sweden. 1950's. Glass. Measurements: H: 27.5 cm/ 11 7/8'' Erik Höglund started working for Boda when the company and the entire Swedish gla...

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1950s Swedish Modern Vintage Erik Höglund Vases and Vessels

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Glass

Midcentury Collection of Eight Blue Vases by Erik Hoglund, Sweden, 1960s
Midcentury Collection of Eight Blue Vases by Erik Hoglund, Sweden, 1960s

Midcentury Collection of Eight Blue Vases by Erik Hoglund, Sweden, 1960s

By Erik Höglund, Kosta Boda

Located in Hillringsberg, SE

Collection of eight blue glass vases/vessels designed by Erik Höglund. Hand blown at Boda glass hut during the 1960s. They are all different sizes and shapes in very good to excellen...

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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Erik Höglund Vases and Vessels

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Art Glass

Midcentury Modern Collection of Six Green Vases by Erik Hoglund, Sweden, 1960s
Midcentury Modern Collection of Six Green Vases by Erik Hoglund, Sweden, 1960s

Midcentury Modern Collection of Six Green Vases by Erik Hoglund, Sweden, 1960s

By Erik Höglund, Kosta Boda

Located in Hillringsberg, SE

Collection of six green glass vases/vessels designed by Erik Höglund. Hand blown at Boda glass hut during the 1960s. They are all different sizes and shapes in very good to excellent...

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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Erik Höglund Vases and Vessels

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Art Glass

Midcentury Bowl on Foot by Erik Höglund, Boda, Sweden
Midcentury Bowl on Foot by Erik Höglund, Boda, Sweden

Midcentury Bowl on Foot by Erik Höglund, Boda, Sweden

By Erik Höglund

Located in Hillringsberg, SE

This blue bowl was made at Boda and designed by Erik Höglund in Sweden, 1960s. The bowls blue color gives the glass that wonderful art shine. Ver...

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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Erik Höglund Vases and Vessels

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Art Glass

Scandinavian Modern Blue Glass Vase by Erik Höglund for Boda, Sweden 1960's
Scandinavian Modern Blue Glass Vase by Erik Höglund for Boda, Sweden 1960's

Scandinavian Modern Blue Glass Vase by Erik Höglund for Boda, Sweden 1960's

By Erik Höglund, Boda

Located in Grythyttan, SE

Dive into the understated charm of this mesmerizing blue glass vase crafted by the skilled hands of artist Erik Höglund for Boda glassworks. The shimmering blue glass, with its playful dance of tiny bubbles, creates an ambiance of delicate beauty. This handcrafted vase, hailing from the creative zenith of 1960s Sweden, unveils the artistry of Erik Höglund. At a stately 26 cm in height and with a width of ø 16cm, this vase not only echoes Höglund's refined design but also attests to the quality of Boda glassworks. The signature H 1199/255 is discreetly placed beneath the vase serves as a quiet testament to its origin and its place in the era of artistic ingenuity spanning from 1960 to 1969. Whether nestled among a collection or commanding attention as a focal point in your space, this Erik Höglund vase...

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1960s Scandinavian Modern Vintage Erik Höglund Vases and Vessels

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Blown Glass

Pair of Amber Scandinavian Modern Glass Vases by Erik Höglund for Boda, SWE 60s
Pair of Amber Scandinavian Modern Glass Vases by Erik Höglund for Boda, SWE 60s

Pair of Amber Scandinavian Modern Glass Vases by Erik Höglund for Boda, SWE 60s

By Erik Höglund

Located in Barcelona, ES

Pair of amber colored glass vases designed by Erik Höglund for Boda, Sweden 1960s.

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Erik Höglund Vases and Vessels

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Blown Glass

Large Midcentury Bowl by Erik Höglund Boda, Sweden
Large Midcentury Bowl by Erik Höglund Boda, Sweden

Large Midcentury Bowl by Erik Höglund Boda, Sweden

By Erik Höglund

Located in Hillringsberg, SE

This large bowl was made at Boda and designed by Erik Höglund in Sweden, 1960s. The bottles light purple/grey/blue color gives the glass that wonderful art shine. It’s a large piece...

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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Erik Höglund Vases and Vessels

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Art Glass

Rare Erik Höglund for Boda Sweden Pair of Bottles with Embossed Bull, 1960s
Rare Erik Höglund for Boda Sweden Pair of Bottles with Embossed Bull, 1960s

Rare Erik Höglund for Boda Sweden Pair of Bottles with Embossed Bull, 1960s

By Boda, Erik Höglund

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Vintage Scandinavian Modern clear glass bottles with embossed motif of bull were designed by Erik Höglund and made by Boda (later Kosta Boda) of Sweden in 1960s. The bottles are inf...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Erik Höglund Vases and Vessels

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Glass, Art Glass

Erik Höglund / PEOPLE BOTTLE(GREY CARBORUNDUM) H884 / Boda Glasbruk / 1950s
Erik Höglund / PEOPLE BOTTLE(GREY CARBORUNDUM) H884 / Boda Glasbruk / 1950s

Erik Höglund / PEOPLE BOTTLE(GREY CARBORUNDUM) H884 / Boda Glasbruk / 1950s

By Erik Höglund

Located in Shibuya-Ku, JP

Launched in 1956, this series uses tiny granules of carborundum (silicon carbide) instead of the potato or sawdust that had previously been used to create bubbles. Carborundum is a ...

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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Erik Höglund Vases and Vessels

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Blown Glass

Erik Höglund / PEOPLE BOTTLE(GREY CARBORUNDUM) H886 / Boda Glasbruk / 1950s
Erik Höglund / PEOPLE BOTTLE(GREY CARBORUNDUM) H886 / Boda Glasbruk / 1950s

Erik Höglund / PEOPLE BOTTLE(GREY CARBORUNDUM) H886 / Boda Glasbruk / 1950s

By Erik Höglund

Located in Shibuya-Ku, JP

Launched in 1956, this series uses tiny granules of carborundum (silicon carbide) instead of the potato or sawdust that had previously been used to create bubbles. Carborundum is a ...

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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Erik Höglund Vases and Vessels

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Blown Glass

Erik Höglund / PEOPLE BOTTLE(GREY CARBORUNDUM) H228 / Boda Glasbruk / 1950s
Erik Höglund / PEOPLE BOTTLE(GREY CARBORUNDUM) H228 / Boda Glasbruk / 1950s

Erik Höglund / PEOPLE BOTTLE(GREY CARBORUNDUM) H228 / Boda Glasbruk / 1950s

By Erik Höglund

Located in Shibuya-Ku, JP

Launched in 1956, this series uses tiny granules of carborundum (silicon carbide) instead of the potato or sawdust that had previously been used to create bubbles. Carborundum is a ...

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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Erik Höglund Vases and Vessels

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Blown Glass

Erik Höglund Vrigstad Glass "Puzzle Vases", Set of Seven.
Erik Höglund Vrigstad Glass "Puzzle Vases", Set of Seven.

Erik Höglund Vrigstad Glass "Puzzle Vases", Set of Seven.

By Erik Höglund

Located in Skanninge, SE

Wonderful set of seven modernist so called Puzzle Vases in glass designed 1986 by famous Swedish glassmaker Erik Höglund (1932-1998). You can set up these vases in so many different...

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1980s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Erik Höglund Vases and Vessels

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Art Glass

Erik Hoglund / Engraved Vase 'Crystal' / Boda Glasbruk / 1960s
Erik Hoglund / Engraved Vase 'Crystal' / Boda Glasbruk / 1960s

Erik Hoglund / Engraved Vase 'Crystal' / Boda Glasbruk / 1960s

By Erik Höglund

Located in Shibuya-Ku, JP

An art piece carved into crystal glass using the engraving technique. The deep and rough sculpture is by Eric Högland himself. The figure of four ...

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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Erik Höglund Vases and Vessels

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Art Glass

Erik Höglund Mid-Century Signed Orange Footed Art Glass Vase for Bodą c. 1960s
Erik Höglund Mid-Century Signed Orange Footed Art Glass Vase for Bodą c. 1960s

Erik Höglund Mid-Century Signed Orange Footed Art Glass Vase for Bodą c. 1960s

By Erik Höglund

Located in Atlanta, GA

Vintage Swedish Footed Orange Art Glass Vase by Erik Hoglund for Boda (1932 - 1998). Engraved on bottom: "H 1671/193."Vintage Swedish Orange Footed Art Glass Vase by Erik Hoglund for...

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20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Erik Höglund Vases and Vessels

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Blown Glass, Glass, Art Glass

3 Red & Blue Glass Vases - Boda Sweden - Erik Höglund - 1960s Midcentury Modern
3 Red & Blue Glass Vases - Boda Sweden - Erik Höglund - 1960s Midcentury Modern

3 Red & Blue Glass Vases - Boda Sweden - Erik Höglund - 1960s Midcentury Modern

By Erik Höglund, Boda

Located in Stockholm, SE

Three glassvases designed by Erik Höglund at Boda, Sweden. The red vase is 13.5 cm high and 15 cm in diameter, the highest blue vase is 21.5 cm high and 11 cm in diameter, the other ...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Erik Höglund Vases and Vessels

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Glass

Erik Höglund Mid-Century Signed Orange Footed Art Glass Vase for Boda c. 1960s
Erik Höglund Mid-Century Signed Orange Footed Art Glass Vase for Boda c. 1960s

Erik Höglund Mid-Century Signed Orange Footed Art Glass Vase for Boda c. 1960s

By Erik Höglund

Located in Atlanta, GA

Vintage Swedish Orange Footed Art Glass Vase by Erik Hoglund for Boda circa 1960s.  Original foil label: "BODA, Sweden, Erik Hoglund." Engraved on bottom "H1671/220." Full of his sig...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Erik Höglund Vases and Vessels

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Art Glass

Erik Höglund, Vase, Glass, Sweden, 1960s
Erik Höglund, Vase, Glass, Sweden, 1960s

Erik Höglund, Vase, Glass, Sweden, 1960s

By Erik Höglund

Located in High Point, NC

A blown grey glass vase designed by Erik Höglund and produced by Boda Glas, Sweden, c. 1960s

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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Erik Höglund Vases and Vessels

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Glass

Erik Höglund / PEOPLE BOTTLE(GREY CARBORUNDUM) H888 / Boda Glasbruk / 1950s
Erik Höglund / PEOPLE BOTTLE(GREY CARBORUNDUM) H888 / Boda Glasbruk / 1950s

Erik Höglund / PEOPLE BOTTLE(GREY CARBORUNDUM) H888 / Boda Glasbruk / 1950s

By Erik Höglund

Located in Shibuya-Ku, JP

Launched in 1956, this series uses tiny granules of carborundum (silicon carbide) instead of the potato or sawdust that had previously been used to create bubbles. Carborundum is a ...

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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Erik Höglund Vases and Vessels

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Blown Glass

Erik Hoglund / Vase 'Blue Grey Carbrundum' / Boda Glasbruk / 1950s
Erik Hoglund / Vase 'Blue Grey Carbrundum' / Boda Glasbruk / 1950s

Erik Hoglund / Vase 'Blue Grey Carbrundum' / Boda Glasbruk / 1950s

By Erik Höglund

Located in Shibuya-Ku, JP

This series, which was released in 1956, uses carborundum (silicon carbide), unlike previous products that used potato skins and sawdust to generate air bubbles. It has a unique form...

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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Erik Höglund Vases and Vessels

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Blown Glass

Erik Hoglund / Vase, 'Blue Grey Carbrundum' / Boda Glasbruk / 1950s
Erik Hoglund / Vase, 'Blue Grey Carbrundum' / Boda Glasbruk / 1950s

Erik Hoglund / Vase, 'Blue Grey Carbrundum' / Boda Glasbruk / 1950s

By Erik Höglund

Located in Shibuya-Ku, JP

This series, which was released in 1956, uses carborundum (silicon carbide), unlike previous products that used potato skins and sawdust to generate air bubbles. It has a unique form...

Category

1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Erik Höglund Vases and Vessels

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Blown Glass

Erik Höglund vases and vessels for sale on 1stDibs.

Erik Höglund vases and vessels are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of glass and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Erik Höglund vases and vessels, although blue editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original vases and vessels by Erik Höglund were created in the Scandinavian Modern style in sweden during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider vases and vessels by Andersson & Johansson, Eva Jancke-Björk, and Nils Landberg. Prices for Erik Höglund vases and vessels can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $520 and can go as high as $4,672, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $1,034.