An Overview of Mari Simmulson’s Etna Series

Mari Simmulson (1911–2000) designed many classics for the Swedish Upsala-Ekeby company in the 1950s to 1970s. One of the most appreciated series is Etna from 1962. It consists of six earthenware dishes and vases. They have rounded forms, brown glaze, and circular relief decors. 

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 1964. Which of Mari’s Etna objects is your favorite? 

Vase. Model 4532. Height 14 cm

Vase. Model 4533. Height 18 cm

Vase. Model 4534. Height 17 cm

Vase. Model 4535. Height 22 cm

Dish. Model 4530. Width 20 cm

Dish. Model 4531. Width 25 cm

The Etna decor

The lower side of a Etna object