Mari Simmulson (1958) Ax from Upsala–Ekeby
Mari Simmulson designed the Ax (Spike) series in 1958 for Upsala–Ekeby. It consists of earthenware objects with brown background and incised white grain decor. Find your favorites among Mari’s Ax objects or learn more about them in our overview.
An Overview of Mari Simmulson’s Ax Series
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 Ax (Spike) from 1958. It consists of 12 earthenware bowls and vases. They have brown background and incised white grain decor. 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 1961. Which of Mari’s Ax objects is your favorite?
Bowl. Model 4327. Length 22 cm / 8.7 in.
Bowl. Model 4328. Length 29 cm / 11.4 in.
Bowl. Model 4334. Length 19 cm / 7.5 in.
Bowl. Model 4335. Length 23 cm / 9.1 in.
Vase. Model 4329. Height 18 cm / 7.1 in.
Vase. Model 4330. Height 23 cm / 9.1 in.
Vase. Model 4331. Height 24 cm / 9.4 in.
Vase. Model 4332. Height 27,5 cm / 10.8 in.
Vase. Model 4333. Height 31,5 cm / 12.4 in.
Vase. Model 4336. Height 20 cm / 7.9 in.
Vase. Model 4337. Height 21 cm / 8.3 in.
Vase. Model 4338. Height 27,5 cm / 10.8 in.
The Ax decor.
The lower side of an Ax object.