An Overview of Ann Wärff’s and Göran Wärff’s Familjen Series
Ann Wärff (1937–) and Göran Wärff (1933–2022) designed many classics for the Swedish Kosta Boda company in the 1960s to 2020s. One of the most well-known series is ”Familjen” (The Family) from 1970. It consists of 16 figurines with clear glass, golden/black hand-painted decor, and kindhearted expression. Every year between 1970 and 1984, one or two new family members were added to the series. Which of the Wärff couple’s Familjen figurines is your favorite?
The complete Familjen series
1970, Mor (Mother), height 11 cm / 4.3 in
1971, Far (Father), height 16 cm / 6.3 in
1972, Lars and Lisa, height 6 cm / 2.4 in
1973, Miss Kosta, height 13 cm / 5.1 in
1974, Aunt Rosie, height 13 cm / 5.1 in
1975, Grandfather, height 12,5 cm / 4.9 in
1976, Darling, height 10 cm / 3.9 in
1977, Onkel Bill, height 13 cm / 5.1 in
1978, House Cat, height 9 cm / 3.5 in
1979, Grandma, height 12 cm / 4.7 in
1980, Family Dog, height 10 cm / 3.9 in
1981, Skier, height 13,5 cm / 5.3 in
1982, Tennis Player, height 14,5 cm / 5.7 in
1983, Aunt Fiddle, height 13 cm / 5.1 in
1984, Peace, height 14,5 cm / 5.7 in
The golden and black Familjen decor
The lower side of a Familjen figurine with engraved maker, year, and name
Label on a Familjen object
The original box of a Familjen figurine
Text on the inside of the Familjen original box
