An Overview of Gunvor Olin-Grönqvist’s Tea for Two Series
Gunvor Olin-Grönqvist (1928–2005) designed many classics for the Finnish Arabia company. One of the most well-known series is Tea for Two from 1978. It consists of tableware objects like bowls, creamers, cups, jars, and plates. They are made of glazed earthenware with rounded forms. The printed flower branch decor comes in red/brown or green/blue color scheme.
On the lower side, the items are stamped with Arabia, Finland, Tea for two, and dishwasher-proof. The series was manufactured until 1981. Which of Gunvor’s tableware pieces is your favorite?
Coffee cup, height 7 cm / 2.8 in
Teacup, width 12 cm / 4.7 in
Bowl, diameter 11 cm / 4.3 in
Jar, diameter 11 cm / 4.3 in
Creamer, height 9 cm / 3.5 in
Teapot, length 26 cm / 10.2 in
Plate, diameter 17 cm / 6.7 in
Plate, diameter 20 cm / 7.9 in
The lower side of a Tea for Two object
The red/brown Tea for Two decor
The green/blue Tea for Two decor
