Description
This hand-thrown fat lava vase from Alingsås Keramik in Sweden carries the particular warmth that mid-century Scandinavian studio pottery does so well. The rich, textured glaze moves through deep red and burnt orange tones, darkening to a brown rim and settling into a soft grey base — a glaze journey that rewards close attention. Embossed circular motifs ring the body, giving it a tactile, sculptural quality that photographs well but feels even better in hand.
Signed and stamped Model 393 – Handgjort (handmade) to the base, this is the kind of marked, documented piece that collectors of Swedish ceramics actively seek out.
Key Features
- Rich deep red fat lava glaze with burnt orange tones and darker brown rim
- Embossed circular relief motifs — tactile and sculptural
- Hand-thrown form with strong shelf presence at 26 cm tall
- Signed and model-marked (Model 393 – Handgjort) to the base
- Authentic Swedish mid-century studio pottery
Specifications
- Maker: Alingsås Keramik, Sweden
- Model: 393 – Handgjort (handmade)
- Era: Mid-century, likely 1960s–70s
- Material: Glazed ceramic
- Style: Swedish fat lava pottery
- Height: 26 cm (10.2 inches)
- Width: 13 cm (5.1 inches)
Condition
- Excellent vintage condition
- Minor age-related wear consistent with age and use
- No cracks or repairs noted
At 26 cm, it has genuine presence displayed alone on a shelf or grouped with other Scandinavian pottery and art glass. A grounded, characterful piece — the kind that earns its place in a serious collection or an interior that values the handmade.
