An Overview of Mari Simmulson’s Mariana 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 Mariana from 1959. It consists of eight earthenware bowls, dishes, vases and wall plaques. They have sturdy forms, muted colors, and woman motifs. 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 Mariana objects is your favorite?

Vase. Model 4428. Height 16 cm / 6.3 in.

Vase. Model 4429. Height 25 cm / 9.8 in.

Vase. Model 4438. Height 14 cm / 5.5 in.

Vase. Model 4439. Height 17 cm / 6.7 in.

Vase. Model 4440. Height 21,5 cm / 8.5 in.

Bowl. Model 4437. Length 15 cm / 5.9 in.

Dish. Model 4409. Length 28 cm / 11.0 in.

Wall plaque. Model 4441. Length 26 cm / 10.2 in.

The Mariana decor.

The lower side of a Mariana object.