Lisa Larson Bulldog


Lisa Larson's Brilliant Bulldogs

Lisa Larson’s bulldogs are among her most beloved and well-known figurines. The bulldogs come in all shapes and sizes, but they all have swelling form and a kind expression. And of course, the grumpy and charming look so typical of bulldogs! Find your favorite among Lisa’s bulldogs objects or see them all in our overview.

A Complete Overview of Lisa Larson’s Bulldogs

A few years ago, Lisa was asked about her own favorite from her vast production:

"I’m never really satisfied, and I always think something can be done a little bit better. Yes, by the way. The Bulldog."

Lisa’s pottery bulldogs comprises five rascals, who were designed between 1959 and 1995. They are all decorated by hand, which gives each crafted dog a unique touch.

Lisa Larson buldogs

Lisa Larson's beloved bulldogs

Large Zoo series bulldog

Lisa designed her first bulldog in 1959 as part of the Large Zoo series (Swedish name “Stora zoo”). It was made of chamotted stoneware with glossy glaze in mottled golden brown tones. The height is 13 cm (5.1 inches). This bulldog was produced in 1960-68 by the Gustavsberg factory. It is no longer in production. Chubby and charming!

Lisa Larson’s bulldog from Large Zoo 1959

Lisa Larson’s bulldog from Large Zoo 1959

Kennel series bulldogs

In 1972, Lisa designed three bulldogs in as part of the Kennel series. They are called Mini, Midi and Maxi according to their relative sizes. The bulldogs were made of chamotted stoneware with matte glazes in earthy tones. Their heights are 7 cm (2.8 inches), 14 cm (5.5 inches) and 35 cm (13.8 inches) respectively. They were produced in the 1970s and 80s by the Gustavsberg factory. Since 1991, the Mini and Maxi bulldogs are still produced by Keramikstudion Gustavsberg in brown and gray colors. Legendary art pieces!

Lisa Larson’s Bulldog Mini from Kennel 1972

Lisa Larson’s Bulldog Mini from Kennel 1972

Lisa Larson’s Bulldog Midi from Kennel 1972

Lisa Larson’s Bulldog Midi from Kennel 1972

Lisa Larson’s Bulldog Maxi from Kennel 1972

Lisa Larson’s Bulldog Maxi from Kennel 1972

K-studio Kennel series bulldog

Lisa designed a her last bulldog in 1995 as part of the K-studio Kennel series. It is made of chamotted stoneware with matte brown or gray glaze. The height is 10 cm (3.9 inches). This bulldog is still produced by Keramikstudion. Even Lisa Larson figurines can be grumpy some days!

Lisa Larson’s bulldog from K-studio Kennel 1995

Lisa Larson’s bulldog from K-studio Kennel 1995
Please visit our Lisa Larson page to view all her objects.