An Overview of Hjördis Oldfors’ Camilla Series
Hjördis Oldfors (1920–2014) designed many classics for the Swedish Upsala-Ekeby company in the 1950s. One of the most well-known series is Camilla from 1957. It consists of seven earthenware bowls and vases. They have gently rounded forms, black or yellow glaze, and polychrome stylistic leaf pattern. The items are deep stamped on the lower side with UE, model number, and Hjördis’s mark (”Hj” in a circle). The series was manufactured until 1960. Which of Hjördis’ Camilla objects is your favorite?
Bowl (model 5122), length 14,5 cm / 5.7 in
Bowl (model 5125), length 17 cm / 6.7 in
Bowl (model 5126), length 21 cm / 8.3 in
Vase (model 5123), height 11,5 cm / 4.5 in
Vase (model 5124), height 18,5 cm / 7.3 in
Vase (model 5127), height 14 cm / 5.5 in
Vase (model 5128), height 24 cm / 9.4 in
The black Camilla decor
The yellow Camilla decor
The lower side of a Camilla object
