
Mari Simmulson designed the Patina series in 1967 for Upsala–Ekeby. It consists of earthenware objects with gently quadratic forms, rough textures, and incised turquoise geometric decors. Find your favorites among Mari’s Patina objects or learn more about them in our overview.
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 Patina from 1967. It consists of seven earthenware dishes, pots, and vases. They have gently quadratic forms, rough textures, and incised turquoise geometric 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 1968. Which of Mari’s Patina objects is your favorite?

Vase. Model 7026M. Height 11,5 cm / 4.5 in.

Vase. Model 7027M. Height 17 cm / 6.7 in.

Vase. Model 7028M. Height 21 cm / 8.3 in.

Dish. Model 7024M. Length 20,5 cm / 8.1 in.

Dish. Model 7025M. Length 24,5 cm / 9.6 in.

Pot. Model 7029M. Length 14 cm / 5.5 in.

Pot. Model 7030M. Length 17 cm / 6.7 in.

The Patina decor.

The lower side of a Patina object.