Set of five mugs from a 1960s Scandinavian studio.
- Dimensions :
- H7 x W10 x D1
- Color :
- blue
- Material :
- ceramics, porcelain and earthenware
- Style :
- vintage
This set of five small cups embodies the understated beauty of Scandinavian studio ceramics from the early sixties. Each piece is handcrafted in a workshop where time, attention, and the use of materials are the foundations of objects designed not for effect but for tranquility and harmony. The shapes are simple and precise, with a slight conical line and a fine, refined edge, making the cups elegant while fitting naturally in the hand. The glazes are soft and matte, with deep, calm colours reminiscent of northern light and natural pigments. Variations in blue, green, anthracite, and a warm sand tone give each cup its own character, while forming a calm and coherent set. A monogram is subtly applied to the base, like a discreet signature of the artisan and a confirmation of the handcrafted nature and small-batch work. These are not large, heavy cups, but refined cups with a light and almost poetic appearance. Objects that invite a moment of pause where material, form, and use come together without imposing themselves. They easily integrate into an interior where attention is paid to silence, texture, and timelessness, and are as beautiful to use as to display together in an open showcase or on a shelf, where the soft sheen of the glaze and the differences in shades create an almost pictorial image.