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.
Scandinavian Modern Iron and Glass Chandelier by Erik Hoglund for Boda Smide
By Erik Höglund, Boda Smide AB
Located in Stockholm, SE
A are, Scandinavian Modern chandelier in wrought steel structure designed by Erik Hoglund (Höglund) and executed by Boda Nova Glassworks / Axel Stromberg Ironworks, Sweden, 1971. I...
Wrought Iron
Erik Höglund and Kosta Boda Chandelier, 1960
By Erik Höglund
Located in Brussels, BE
Erik Höglund ans Kosta Boda (Sweden, 1932-1998) a chandelier for 12 candles, Sweden, 1960-70s. Wrought iron, cast and blown clear glass, height without links ca 95 cm, diameter ca 4...
Wrought Iron
$2,183
H 23.63 in Dm 17.72 in
Erik Höglund for Boda Smide, Iron & Glass Chandelier, Sweden, Circa 1965
By Erik Höglund
Located in FR
A striking mid-century chandelier designed by renowned Swedish artist Erik Höglund for Boda Smide, circa 1965. Crafted from black-lacquered iron, this sculptural piece features six a...
Iron
$1,651
H 57.49 in W 19.69 in D 7.09 in
Pendant Lamp by Einar Backström & Erik Höglund for Boda Glasbruk, Sweden, 1960s
By Einar Backstrom, Erik Höglund
Located in Bochum, NRW
Amazing Mid-Century Modern pendant lamp or hanging light. Designed by Einar Backström and Erik Höglund for Boda Glasbruk, Sweden, 1960s. Executed in enameled steel, brass, glass and...
Metal, Brass
Erik Hoglund 15 Candle Chandelier
By Erik Höglund
Located in Dallas, TX
Elevate your home decor with the gorgeous 15-candle chandelier by Erik Hoglund for Kosta Boda, circa 1960s. Expertly designed and manufactured in Sweden, this striking piece features...
Wrought Iron
$7,917
H 24.41 in Dm 19.69 in
Rare Erik Hoglund Eight- Arm Iron and Glass Chandelier, Sweden, circa 1970s
By Erik Höglund
Located in Wiesbaden, Hessen
A large mid-century 12 -arm wrought iron and clear glass chandelier by Erik Hoglund for Costa Boda, Sweden, circa 1970s. Height: (light fixture only) - 23.62 inches Total height : 4...
Iron
Erik Höglund Hanging Candelabra Produced by Boda in Sweden
By Erik Höglund
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Hanging candelabra designed by Erik Höglund. Produced by Boda in Sweden.
Wrought Iron
$4,800Sale Price|50% Off
H 35.83 in Dm 21.66 in
24K Gilt 1960s 12-arm Iron and Glass Chandlier by Erik Höglund, Boda Glasbruk
By Boda Smide AB, Erik Höglund
Located in Örebro, SE
A rare Swedish forged twelve-armed candle chandelier, designed by Erik Höglund for Boda Glasbruk, in mint condition. This piece features fully transparent glass construction, includ...
Iron, Gold Leaf, Brass
Chandelier by Erik Höglund for Boda Glasbruk & Smide, Sweden, 1960s
By Erik Höglund
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Sculptural chandelier with six arms, decorated with handblown glass elements in clear and amber tones. The wrought iron structure supports a central glass body and suspended glass ...
Wrought Iron
$1,104
H 52.37 in W 23.63 in D 23.63 in
Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Chandelier Erik Hoglund Attributed
By Erik Höglund
Located in Weesp, NL
Erik Hoglund Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian chandelier Chandelier holds eight glass candleholders. Measurements : D.60 x H.133 adjust...
Iron
Erik Hoglund Six-Arm Chandelier for Boda, Late 20th Century
By Erik Höglund, Boda Smide AB
Located in Stockholm, SE
Large twelve-armed candlelit chandelier, designed by Erik Hoglund for Boda Smide. With art glass pendants, late 20th century.
Wrought Iron
$1,120Sale Price|20% Off
H 16.54 in Dm 18.51 in
Blue Glass and Wrought Iron Chandelier Candelabra by Erik Höglund Sweden
By Erik Höglund, Boda
Located in Stockholm, SE
This beautiful blue and clear art glass on wrought iron candelabra chandelier was designed by Erik Höglund for Boda Smide. Erik Hög...
Wrought Iron
$4,830Sale Price|30% Off
H 25.99 in Dm 18.9 in
6-arm 24K gilt 1960s chandelier in iron and glass by Erik Höglund, Boda Glasbruk
By Boda Smide AB, Erik Höglund
Located in Örebro, SE
This is the Swedish forged, six-armed gilded chandelier for candles designed by Erik Höglund for Boda Glasbruk. It comes with an entirely transparent glass décor, including hand-blo...
Brass, Iron, Gold Leaf