Mari Simmulson Upsala–Ekeby Malta


Mari Simmulson (1966) Malta from Upsala–Ekeby

Mari Simmulson designed the Malta series in 1966 for Upsala–Ekeby. It consists of earthenware objects with sturdy forms, green/blue glaze, and rough texture. Find your favorites among Mari’s Malta pieces or learn more in our overview.




An Overview of Mari Simmulson’s Malta 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 Malta from 1966. It consists of nine earthenware bowls, dishes, and vases. They have sturdy forms, green/blue glaze, and rough texture. 

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 1967. Which of Mari’s Malta objects is your favorite? 


Mari Simmulson Upsala–Ekeby Malta Vase. Model 6003. Height 13 cm


Vase. Model 6003. Height 13 cm

Mari Simmulson Upsala–Ekeby Malta


Vase. Model 6004. Height 14 cm

Mari Simmulson Upsala–Ekeby Malta Vase. Model 6005. Height 25 cm


Vase. Model 6005. Height 25 cm

Mari Simmulson Upsala–Ekeby Malta


Vase. Model 6006. Height 30 cm

Mari Simmulson Upsala–Ekeby Malta Vase. Model 6007. Height 36 cm


Vase. Model 6007. Height 36 cm

Mari Simmulson Upsala–Ekeby Malta Bowl. Model 6002. Diameter 25 cm


Bowl. Model 6002. Diameter 25 cm

Mari Simmulson Upsala–Ekeby Malta Dish. Model 6000. Length 23 cm


Dish. Model 6000. Length 23 cm

Mari Simmulson Upsala–Ekeby Malta Dish. Model 6001. Length 32 cm


Dish. Model 6001. Length 32 cm

Mari Simmulson Upsala–Ekeby Malta Dish. Model 6026. Length 19 cm


Dish. Model 6026. Length 19 cm

Mari Simmulson Upsala–Ekeby Malta The Malta decor


The Malta decor

Mari Simmulson Upsala–Ekeby Malta The lower side of a Malta object


The lower side of a Malta object

Please visit our Mari Simmulson page to view all her objects.