Mari Simmulson (1957) Nigeria from Upsala–Ekeby
Mari Simmulson designed the Nigeria series in 1957 for Upsala–Ekeby. It consists of earthenware objects with mottled brown backgrounds and incised white leaf decors. Find your favorites among Mari’s Nigeria objects or learn more about them in our overview.
An Overview of Mari Simmulson’s Nigeria 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 Nigeria from 1957. It consists of six earthenware bowls and vases. They have mottled brown backgrounds and incised white leaf 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 1960. Which of Mari’s Nigeria objects is your favorite?
Bowl. Model 4270. Length 30 cm / 11.8 in.
Bowl. Model 4272. Length 40,5 cm / 15.9 in.
Vase. Model 4273. Height 25 cm / 9.8 in.
Vase. Model 4274. Height 32 cm / 12.6 in.
Vase. Model 4275. Height 25 cm / 9.8 in.
Vase. Model 4276. Height 44,5 cm / 17.5 in.
The Nigeria decor.
The lower side of a Nigeria object.