Mari Simmulson (1963) Onyx from Upsala–Ekeby
Mari Simmulson designed the Onyx series in 1963 for Upsala–Ekeby. It consists of earthenware objects with a gently swelling form, brown clay, and bluish black top segment. Find your favorites among Mari’s Onyx objects or learn more about them in our overview.
An Overview of Mari Simmulson’s Onyx 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 Onyx from 1963. It consists of seven earthenware bowls and vases. They have a gently swelling form, brown clay, and bluish black top segment. The items are deep stamped on the lower side with UE, model number, and Mari’s mark (MS or Maris). The series was produced until 1965. Which of Mari’s Onyx objects is your favorite?
Vase. Model 3048. Height 15 cm / 5.9 in
Vase. Model 3049. Height 17,5 cm / 6.9 in
Vase. Model 3050. Height 15 cm / 5.9 in
Vase. Model 3051. Height 17,5 cm / 6.9 in
Vase. Model 3052. Height 24 cm / 9.4 in
Bowl. Model 3053. Diameter 15 cm / 5.9 in
Bowl. Model 3054. Diameter 21 cm / 8.3 in
The Onyx decor
The lower side of an Onyx object