Mid-century modern Scandinavian art glass small vase by Po Ström for Alsterfors, Sweden

PO Ström is regarded as one of Sweden's most talented glass designers. His objects can be seen in museums and art galleries all over the world. His work always holds an extremely high standard when it comes to design of both the shape and colour. This is a rare, signed, and smaller version of one of his most well-known designs in a beautiful blue and white colour. It is in fantastic condition. It is 9 cm high and around 7 cm in diameter. Alsterfors was one of Scandinavia’s leading producers of mid-century modern art and design glass. Their glass design is known for strong colours and bold design, making their work highly sought after by vintage and retro lovers worldwide. A vintage glass vase or other design item from Alsterfors adds a unique style to any interior. The history of this glass factory is old, located in the heart of the Swedish glass kingdom and formed in 1886. Initially, a small iron mill was built here in the mid-19th century, which was closed after about 30 years. In 1886, a glass factory was built on the same site, producing coloured soda glass, semi- and full crystal glass. In the mid-1900s, they started to produce art glass and hired some of their most well-known artists, including Edvin Ollers (1931-32) and Per-Olof Ström (ca 1967-72). Ström’s work focused on functionalism and maintaining a high artistic level and world-class standard.