An Overview of Mari Simmulson’s Rubus 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 Rubus from 1960. It consists of seven earthenware dishes and vases. They have rough textures and blue/brown triangular patterns. 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 1962. Which of Mari’s Rubus objects is your favorite?

Dish. Model 4462. Length 12,5 cm / 4.9 in.

Dish. Model 4463. Length 22 cm / 8.7 in.

Dish. Model 4464. Length 30 cm / 11.8 in.

Vase. Model 4465. Height 9,5 cm / 3.7 in.

Vase. Model 4466. Height 18 cm / 7.1 in.

Vase. Model 4467. Height 26,5 cm / 10.4 in.

Vase. Model 4468. Height 27,5 cm / 10.8 in.

The Rubus decor.

The lower side of a Rubus object.