An Overview of Ulrica Hydman-Vallien’s Cocoo Series
Ulrica Hydman-Vallien (1938–2018) has designed many classics for the Swedish glassworks in Åfors, Boda, and Kosta. One of the most well-known series is Cocoo from 2001. It consists of three bird bowls with swelling forms.
They are crafted by hand with rough textures and colorful decors. The lower sides are often marked with Kosta Boda, Ulrica HV, and the model number.
The series was in production until 2004. Which of Ulrica’s Cocoo objects is your favorite?
Bird bowl, model 50110 , length 10 cm / 3.9 in
Bird bowl, model 50111, length 21 cm / 8.3 in
Bird bowl, model 50112, length 25 cm / 9.8 in
The decor of a Cocoo object
The lower side of a Cocoo object
A page from Kosta Boda product catalogue
