Mari Simmulson (1954) Plejad from Upsala–Ekeby
Mari Simmulson designed the Plejad series in 1954 for Upsala–Ekeby. It consists of earthenware objects with footed modern forms and colorful hand-painted women decors. Find your favorites among Mari’s Plejad objects or learn more in our overview.
An Overview of Mari Simmulson’s Plejad 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 Plejad (Pleiades) from 1954. It consists of five earthenware bowls and vases. They have footed modern forms and colorful hand-painted women 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 1958. Which of Mari’s Plejad objects is your favorite?
Vase. Model 4191. Height 17 cm
Vase. Model 4192. Height 15 cm
Vase. Model 4193. Height 20 cm
Bowl. Model 4189. Diameter 10 cm
Bowl. Model 4190. Diameter 15 cm
One of the Plejad decors
The lower side of a Plejad object