An Overview of Gunnar Nylund’s Petitess Series
Gunnar Nylund (1904–1997) designed many classics for the Swedish ceramic factory Rörstrand. One of the most well-known series is Petitess from 1964. It consists of six stoneware objects with sturdy forms, mustard brown glaze, and ribbed relief.
On the lower side, the pieces are marked with Rörstrand symbol (R), GN, and Sweden. Which Petitess object in this series is your favorite?
Vase, model 1, diameter 17 cm / 6.7 in
Vase, model 2, height 20 cm / 7.9 in
Vase, model 3, height 19 cm / 7.5 in
Vase, model 4, height 19 cm / 7.5 in
Vase, model 5, height 28 cm / 11.0 in
Vase, model 6, height 14 cm / 5.5 in
The Petitess decor with mustard brown glaze and ribbed relief
The lower side of a Petitess object
