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Bear Figurine in Ceramic by Thomas Hellström for Nittsjö, Sweden

$431.19
£319.53
€360
CA$588.65
A$654.85
CHF 343.28
MX$8,002.11
NOK 4,371.25
SEK 4,114.93
DKK 2,741.01
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A vintage ceramic/stoneware figurine/ sculpture depicting a bear made by the talented Thomas Hellström for Nittsjö Sweden. This is one of Hellströms' famous animals. This adorable bear was produced in 1962 and quickly became one of his most sought-after creations. It has a very stylized appearance, simple in both design and glazing, yet still so charming. It has a warm red/brown body and details in black and white. It is 15,5cm (6.1") high and about 14.5cm (5.70") in diameter and in a great condition the price includes free shipping. Nittsjö Keramik, Sweden. Nittsjö ceramics factory is a limited company for the production of earthenware and various types of pottery becoming a leading brand during the 1960s and 70s appreciated for their take on Scandinavian design, when it comes to modern interior design. The factory was founded in 1843 as a pure brick factory, but in 1847 they began to manufacture terracotta and tile stoves. In 1924, the first ceramic designer Erik Mornils was employed at the factory. In 1933, the Rättvik-born artist Jerk Werkmäster was linked to the factory. Some of their more well-known artists and designers were Jerk Werkmäster, Thomas Hellström and Eliane Westh known for their colocurful design and production of vases as well as many other ceramic art objects known to the retro and vintage enthusiasts.

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