This miniature, collectible stoneware vase was designed by Gunnar Borg for the Swedish manufacture Hgans Keramik during the 1960s. Handmade by a Master, with the utmost care and attention to details. The vase is colored in irregular shades of brown, glazed. Signed by the author and the manufacturer’s brand.

Gunnar Borg (1926 – 2007) is still one of the leading representatives of Scandinavian ceramic design of the 20th century. Known for miniature, handmade ceramic and stoneware objects, mainly vases. He also created lamp bases, cups, decorative bowls and ashtrays. He started his career at the age of 14 at Andersson & Johansson in Hgans. from 1940, he worked there for the next 28 years. The artist’s creativity and craftsmanship can be seen in every item. In 1968, Borg founded his own workshop, where he operated until his death.

Hgans Keramik formerly AJ Andersson & Johansson Keramik was founded in 1909 by Johannes Olofsson and Sigfrid Johansson. Modern household appliances have taken an indisputable place in the history of Swedish design. Famous ceramicists at AJ/Hgans included John Andersson, Anne Nilsson, Rolf Palm and Lisa Larrson, and Gunnar Borg. It is currently a design companyand part of theIittala Group, a Finnish art glass company.

This vase is in original vintage condition.