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Gustavsberg Ceramics

The Gustavsberg porcelain factory was, for many decades, the largest ceramics maker in Sweden and home to some of the most innovative and ingenious makers of the past century. The company, founded in 1825, mass-produced a wide range of products: first decorative household items and tableware in the English style and later bathroom fixtures, including the first pressed-steel bathtubs that would oust heavy cast iron. But of first interest to collectors are the remarkable decorative works created in the Gustavsberg art pottery studio, in particular those by master ceramists Wilhelm Kåge, Berndt Friberg and Stig Lindberg

Gustavsberg began producing some individually crafted, highly decorated and richly glazed pieces in the 1860s. While the forms of their mass-produced vessels and plates derived from English, Continental and Asian styles, a select few painters won acclaim for their personal artistry. Gunnar Wennerberg became known for his work in the organic Art Nouveau style, and Josef Ekberg, the company’s design chief from 1908 to 1917, was revered for his expert use of iridescent lusterware glazes and the sgraffito technique, in which a decorative pattern is incised in the surface of a clay pot before it is glazed and fired. 

It was not until Ekberg’s successor, Wilhelm Kåge, opened Gustavsberg’s first dedicated art pottery studio that the work became widely recognized. Kåge’s “Argenta” series, which encompasses a variety of vessels coated with an oxidized green glaze and decorated in silver motifs, remains popular. Though perhaps his most striking works are his “Surrea” vases — white bisque porcelain in off-kilter forms inspired by Cubist paintings — and his “Farsta” wares, which include totemic, spindly footed stoneware vases and bowls with textured surfaces, glazed in brown, green and blue.

Kåge’s finest protégés, Berndt Friberg and Stig Lindberg, took over from Kåge as Gustavsberg’s design directors in 1945. Friberg was a master potter. He threw elegant, simple, symmetrical vases and bowls painstakingly coated in layer after layer of matte glazing to achieve a classic striated effect known as “rabbit’s fur.” Lindberg’s highly collectible studio ceramics fall into two principal categories: The first is made of white porcelain pieces in round, biomorphic or stylized natural forms. The second includes weightier vases — many with textured bodies and applied decorations — glazed in deep, earthy colors. As you will see from the works on these pages, Gustavsberg was a bastion of creativity and precise artistry that turned out a remarkable range of works whose style still resonates with lovers of Scandinavian design.

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Stoneware Vase by Berndt Friberg for Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1964, Dark Blue, Large
By Gustavsberg, Berndt Friberg
Located in Stockholm, SE
Vase by Berndt Friberg for Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1964. Stoneware with rabbit's fur glaze. Signed. H: 24 cm Diameter: 27 cm Berndt Friberg was born in the southern Sweden town of...
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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gustavsberg Ceramics

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Stoneware

Lidded vessel designed by Stig Lindberg for Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1950s, Floral
By Stig Lindberg, Gustavsberg
Located in Stockholm, SE
Lidded vessel designed by Stig Lindberg for Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1950s. Signed.
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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gustavsberg Ceramics

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Stoneware

Stoneware vase by Berndt Friberg for Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1954, Blue, Taupe
By Gustavsberg, Berndt Friberg
Located in Stockholm, SE
Vase by Berndt Friberg for Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1954. Stoneware. Signed. Berndt Friberg was born in the southern Sweden town of Hoganas. He came from a long line of ceramists, in ...
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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gustavsberg Ceramics

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Stoneware

Stoneware Vase by Berndt Friberg for Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1975
By Gustavsberg, Berndt Friberg
Located in Stockholm, SE
Stoneware vase by Berndt Friberg in plump form with deep and lustrous oxblood glaze, contrasted with blueish-green speckles.
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1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Gustavsberg Ceramics

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Ceramic

Berndt Friberg, Very Large Vase, Blue-Glazed Stoneware, Gustavsberg, 1960s
By Gustavsberg, Berndt Friberg
Located in High Point, NC
Designed by Berndt Friberg for the Swedish firm Gustavsberg. Features the hare’s fur glaze iconic to Friberg. This example is very large in the context of the vast majority of Friber...
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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gustavsberg Ceramics

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Stoneware

Stoneware Vase by Berndt Friberg for Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1960s
By Gustavsberg, Berndt Friberg
Located in Stockholm, SE
Stoneware vase by Berndt Friberg, in a stately shape with a sharp finish to the body where it transitions to the nozzle. Rich blue hare’s fur glaze.
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Gustavsberg Ceramics

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Ceramic

Berndt Friberg Vase, Brown Glazed Stoneware, Gustavsberg, 1960s
By Gustavsberg, Berndt Friberg
Located in High Point, NC
An organically shaped sizable ceramic stoneware vase by Berndt Friberg for the iconic Swedish firm Gustavsberg. Signed. Other ceramicists of the period include Berndt Friberg, Axe...
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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gustavsberg Ceramics

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Stoneware

Light Green Stoneware Vase by Berndt Friberg for Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1950s
By Gustavsberg, Berndt Friberg
Located in Stockholm, SE
Stoneware vase by Berndt Friberg, in an interesting shape with an elongated, cylinder formed neck. Pale yellow hare’s fur glaze. About Berndt Friberg: Berndt Friberg was a Swe...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Gustavsberg Ceramics

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Stoneware

Wilhelm Kåge for Gustavsberg, "Argenta Series, " Art Deco Dish, Sweden
By Gustavsberg
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful piece is part of the artist's Argenta Series, produced for the Gustavsberg Factory, which first won him major success. The series includes everything from ashtrays to 60 kg urns-- primarily in a green glaze with silver details, circa 1930s. Inscribed: Gustavsberg Kåge...
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Early 20th Century Swedish Art Deco Gustavsberg Ceramics

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Silver

Brown Hare's Fur Stoneware Vase by Berndt Friberg for Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1956
By Gustavsberg, Berndt Friberg
Located in Stockholm, SE
Tall stoneware vase by Berndt Friberg in an elegant, drawn out bulbous shape. Warm brown hare’s fur glaze blends into beige tones. Signed "Friberg,...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Gustavsberg Ceramics

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Stoneware

"Leda and the Swan" Sculpture by Stig Lindberg for Gustavsberg
By Gustavsberg, Stig Lindberg
Located in Stockholm, SE
Stunning stoneware sculpture by Stig Lindberg, narrating the mythological story of Queen Leda and the Swan. Beautiful attention to detail and expressiveness in Leda’s face, flowing h...
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Gustavsberg Ceramics

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Stoneware

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Beige Stoneware Vase, Berndt Friberg, Gustavsberg, 1963 - Scandinavian Modern
By Berndt Friberg, Gustavsberg
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A beige stoneware vase designed by Berndt Friberg from Gustavsberg. The vase is 17.5 cm. It's in very good condition.
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Gustavsberg Ceramics

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Stig Lindberg Horse, Gustavsberg Studio, Sweden, 1952-1972
By Gustavsberg, Stig Lindberg
Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA
Probably made 1956-1957, painted in black and brown against white backdrop. Signed G, studio hand Stig L.
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Stoneware round vase by Stig Lindberg for Gustavsberg
By Stig Lindberg
Located in Paris, FR
Stig Lindberg, (1916-1982) Stoneware Vase with amazing glaze for Gustavsberg studio, 1950s, Sweden Impressed "Stig L.", "Drejargods" and Gustavsberg studio hand. 
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Ceramic Tray or Wall Plaque by Stig Lindberg for Gustavsberg
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Blue Serving Dish Faience, Stig Lindberg, Gustavsbergs Studio
By Gustavsberg, Stig Lindberg
Located in Stockholm, SE
A serving dish in faience designed by Stig Lindberg at Gustavsberg Studio, it´s 25,5 x 19 cm. It´s in very good condition. It´s marked with the Stig Lindberg characteristic Studio-hand.
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Mid-19th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Antique Gustavsberg Ceramics

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Brown Vase Vintage Mid century by Berndt Friberg - Gustavsberg, Sweden
By Berndt Friberg, Gustavsberg
Located in Stockholm, SE
A brown vase designed by Berndt Friberg at Gustavsberg in Stockholm, the vase is 8 cm high. It is in the Selecta serie and it is in mint condition.
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Gustavsberg Ceramics

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Squared Dish Faience, Stig Lindberg, Gustavsbergs Studio, Karneval Serie
By Stig Lindberg, Gustavsberg
Located in Stockholm, SE
A squared dish in faience designed by Stig Lindberg at Gustavsbergs Studio in Stockholm, it is 20 x 20 cm (8" x 8") in diameter. It´s in very good condition except from some minor sc...
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Mid-19th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Antique Gustavsberg Ceramics

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Stig Lindberg for Gustavsberg 'Terma' Teapot
By Stig Lindberg
Located in Springfield, OR
Stig Lindberg designed teapot for Gustavsberg, Sweden, circa 1960s.
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Gustavsberg Ceramics

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Black & White Serving Dish Domino, Stig Lindberg, Gustavsberg
By Stig Lindberg, Gustavsberg
Located in Stockholm, SE
A lovely serving dish of model Domino designed by Stig Lindberg at Gustavsberg. It is 20 x 20 cm and in excellent condition. It is marked below with the Gustavsberg stamp. The Do...
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Mid-19th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Antique Gustavsberg Ceramics

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Stig Lindberg, Ceramic Tray/Ashtray Domino, Gustavsberg, Scandinavian Modern
By Gustavsberg, Stig Lindberg
Located in Stockholm, SE
Stig Lindberg, ceramic tray/ashtray model Domino, Gustavsberg, Scandinavian Modern. In good condition, smaller signs of age and wear. One corner seems to have a small/minimal production flaw. Handmade with charm. Marked: Gustavsberg, Stig L, Domino 13. 21-year-old Stig Lindberg managed to get an internship in the summer of 1973, a time when Gustavsberg porcelain factory was close to bankruptcy. It took about two months for Stig Lindberg to impress Gustavsberg's artistic director Wilhelm Kåge, and after the summer he was offered a position as Kåge's apprentice. When Wilhelm Kåge stepped down as artistic director at Gustavsberg in 1948, Stig Lindberg took over as AD and during his years at the porcelain factory he designed many of the most beloved designs, include Berså, Spisa Ribb...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Gustavsberg Ceramics

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Ceramic

Black & White Vase Domino, Stig Lindberg, Gustavsberg
By Gustavsberg, Stig Lindberg
Located in Stockholm, SE
A lovely vase designed by Stig Lindberg at Gustavsberg. It is 23,5 cm high and 9 cm in diameter and have a lovely glaze. It is in very good condition except from a minor mark at the ...
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Mid-19th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Antique Gustavsberg Ceramics

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Ceramic

Stoneware Vase by Berndt Friberg
By Berndt Friberg
Located in Long Island City, NY
A glazed stoneware vase by Berndt Friberg. Signed. Measures: H 6.75" D 4.5".
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Gustavsberg Ceramics

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Stoneware

Previously Available Items
Stoneware bowl by Berndt Friberg for Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1955, dark green
By Gustavsberg, Berndt Friberg
Located in Stockholm, SE
Bowl by Berndt Friberg for Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1955. Stoneware. Berndt Friberg was born in the southern Sweden town of Hoganas. He came from a long line of ceramists, in an area s...
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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gustavsberg Ceramics

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Stoneware

Vase with Cover, Argenta, Signed Gustavsberg and Dated 1932
By Gustavsberg
Located in Stockholm, SE
A vase with lid. Argenta made by Gustafsberg. Signed Gustafsberg and KÅGE , marked with an anchor and B for 1932. The lid with a small restoration to one corner.
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1930s Swedish Vintage Gustavsberg Ceramics

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Stoneware “Argenta” Vase by Wilhelm Kåge for Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1940s
By Gustavsberg, Wilhelm Kage
Located in Stockholm, SE
Stoneware “Argenta” vase by Wilhelm Kåge with an amazing silver decor of a woman riding on a fish. Lovely attention to every detail. “Argenta” was introduced at the Stockholm exhi...
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Large Stoneware Vase by Berndt Friberg for Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1978
By Gustavsberg, Berndt Friberg
Located in Stockholm, SE
Large stoneware vase by Berndt Friberg, in a round, plump shape. Dark blue hare’s fur glaze with light blue streaks.
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1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Gustavsberg Ceramics

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Miniature Stoneware Vase by Berndt Friberg for Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1950s
By Gustavsberg, Berndt Friberg
Located in Stockholm, SE
Miniature stoneware vase by Berndt Friberg, in an onion form with a striking, straight neck. Vibrant blue hare’s fur glaze.
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Gustavsberg Ceramics

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Ceramic

Miniature Stoneware Vase by Berndt Friberg for Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1950s
By Gustavsberg, Berndt Friberg
Located in Stockholm, SE
Miniature stoneware vase by Berndt Friberg, in an onion form with a slender neck. Pale greenish yellow hare’s fur glaze.
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Gustavsberg Ceramics

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Ceramic

Miniature Stoneware Vase by Berndt Friberg for Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1950s
By Gustavsberg, Berndt Friberg
Located in Stockholm, SE
Miniature stoneware vase by Berndt Friberg, in a plump design. Pale blue hare’s fur glaze blended with brown streaks.
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Gustavsberg Ceramics

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Ceramic

Miniature Stoneware Vase by Berndt Friberg for Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1950s
By Gustavsberg, Berndt Friberg
Located in Stockholm, SE
Lovely miniature stoneware vase by Berndt Friberg, in a slender design. Icy blue hare’s fur glaze.
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Gustavsberg Ceramics

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Ceramic

Stoneware "Farsta" Vase by Wilhelm Kåge for Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1940s
By Gustavsberg, Wilhelm Kage
Located in Stockholm, SE
Simple yet striking “Farsta” vase by Wilhelm Kåge with clean lines and a subtle checkered pattern in the dark, patinated copper colored glaze. “Farsta” stoneware is recognized as be...
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Stoneware Vase by Berndt Friberg for Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1977
By Gustavsberg, Berndt Friberg
Located in Stockholm, SE
Amazing stoneware vase by Berndt Friberg, in a plump smooth form. Vibrant blue hare’s fur glaze with darker blue nuances. Deep ocean expression.
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1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Gustavsberg Ceramics

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Unique Stoneware "Surrea" Vase by Wilhelm Kåge
By Wilhelm Kage, Gustavsberg
Located in Stockholm, SE
Unique Carrara stoneware “Surrea” vase by Wilhelm Kåge, in a sleek design. The skewed form is made from two sections, that create an expressive shadow play...
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1950s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Gustavsberg Ceramics

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Berndt Friberg, Vase, Glazed Stoneware, Gustavsberg, 1960s
By Gustavsberg, Berndt Friberg
Located in High Point, NC
A vase, from the Selecta series. Features the hare’s fur glaze iconic to Fribergs production. Designed by Berndt Friberg for the Swedish firm Gustavsberg. Other ceramicists of th...
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Gustavsberg ceramics for sale on 1stDibs.

Gustavsberg ceramics are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of ceramic and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Gustavsberg ceramics, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original ceramics by Gustavsberg were created in the Scandinavian Modern style in sweden during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider ceramics by Berndt Friberg, Wilhelm Kåge, and Stig Lindberg. Prices for Gustavsberg ceramics can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $122 and can go as high as $16,900, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $1,842.

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