Mid-Century Modern Brown Stoneware Birka Rubus Vase by Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand

This mid-century modern stoneware vase, designed by Swedish ceramic artist Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand in the 1960s, is part of the distinguished 'Rubus' series. It features a textured surface with a mottled matte Birka brown and white glaze, showcasing Rörstrand's refined craftsmanship. Measuring 15 cm in diameter and 13.5 cm in height, the vase is signed with Nylund's initials, the Rörstrand hallmark, and design number 4. Nylund's work is celebrated for its simplicity, sculptural form, and sophisticated glazes, making this piece a prime example of Scandinavian Modern design.