By Glossner AB, Arvid Böhlmarks Lampfabrik
Located in Stockholm, SE
Swedish Art Deco Scones by Arno Glossner for Bohlmarks, Sweden, 1938.
Actually an object that should belong in a design museum. In Arno Glössner's glass etching, one could discern an era marked by profound societal upheavals and the looming threat of World War II. The artwork resonates with the imagery of Leviathan, a colossal sea monster resembling a massive fish or whale. In various mythologies, Leviathan is portrayed as one of the most formidable creatures of the sea, sometimes associated with Triton, the sea god, as its master. However, depictions and interpretations of Leviathan vary across different traditions and sources, adding layers of complexity to its symbolism.
The title of the book, "Leviathan," by the English philosopher Thomas Hobbes...
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1930s Art Deco Vintage Glossner AB Furniture