Upsala-Ekeby
Ceramic Plaque by Mari Simmulson, Upsala-Ekeby 5053
Expressive female portrait with floral relief
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A magnificent and detailed ceramic wall plaque, designed by Mari Simmulson for Upsala-Ekeby. The motif features a stylized female portrait rendered in white sgraffito against a dark brown background, beautifully framed by a white beaded border. The expressive face is crowned by a three-dimensional floral wreath in bright, glazed pastel colors, creating a striking contrast to the rustic stoneware body. The background is animated by turquoise relief rhombuses, making this a fantastic example of Simmulson's ability to combine textures with playful decoration.
The story of this object
Mari Simmulson (1911–2000) was one of Upsala-Ekeby's most prominent designers. Today she is strongly associated with her characteristic, colorful female faces and floral motifs, which have become iconic representatives of 1960s Swedish ceramic art.
- Maker
- Upsala-Ekeby
- Designer
- Mari Simmulson
- Era
- 1960s
- Material
- Ceramic
- Dimensions
- Height approx. 11.6 in (29.5 cm), width approx. 9.1 in (23 cm)
- Condition
- Well-preserved vintage condition with intact relief decoration. Metal hanging loop mounted on the back.
- Origin
- Sweden