An Overview of Karin Björquist's Igloo Series

Karin Björquist designed many classics for the Swedish ceramic factory Gustavsberg. One of the most well-known series is Igloo from 1952. It consists of six tea set pieces made of porcelain with modern forms, white color, and triangular relief decor. On the lower sides, they are marked with Gustavsberg. Which of Karin’s Igloo objects is your favorite?

Tea cup

Teapot, length 17 cm / 6.7 in

Hot water jug, height 16 cm / 6.3 in

Creamer

Sugar bowl

Plate

The Igloo decor

The lower side of a Igloo object