
Mari Simmulson designed the Atoll series in 1966 for Upsala–Ekeby. It consists of earthenware objects with swelling forms, unglazed brown central sections, and glossy blue glazes. Find your favorites among Mari’s Atoll objects or learn more about them in our overview.
Mari Simmulson (1911–2000) designed many classics for the Swedish Upsala-Ekeby company in the 1950s to 1970s. One of the most well-known series is Atoll from 1966. It consists of eight earthenware dishes and vases. They have swelling forms, unglazed brown central sections, and glossy blue glazes. The items are deep stamped on the lower side with UE, model number, and Mari’s mark (MS or Maris). The series was manufactured until 1968. Which of Mari’s Atoll objects is your favorite?

Dish. Model 6050M. Length 18,5 cm / 7.3 in.

Dish. Model 6051M. Length 18,5 cm / 7.3 in.

Dish. Model 6052M. Length 31,5 cm / 12.4 in.

Vase. Model 6053M. Height 10 cm / 3.9 in.

Vase. Model 6054M. Height 14 cm / 5.5 in.

Vase. Model 6055M. Height 17 cm / 6.7 in.

Vase. Model 6056M. Height 21,5 cm / 8.5 in.

Vase. Model 6057M. Height 45,5 cm / 17.9 in.

The Atoll decor.

The lower side of an Atoll object.