An Overview of Ulrica Hydman-Vallien’s Don Juan 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 Don Juan from 1999. It consists of six vases with a swelling base. They were crafted by hand with a snake-like neck and swirling decor. The series was in production until 2002. Which of Ulrica’s Don Juan objects is your favorite?
Yellow vase (model 49875), height 16 cm / 6.3 in
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Yellow vase (model 49876), height 32 cm / 12.6 in
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Yellow vase (model 49877), height 36 cm / 14.2 in
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Yellow vase (model 49950), height 15 cm / 5.9 in
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Yellow vase (model 49951), height 47 cm / 18.5 in
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Black-striped vase (model 49952), height 47 cm / 18.5 in
Black-striped vase (model 49954), height 15 cm / 5.9 in
Lower side of a Don Juan vase with signature and serial number
A page from a Kosta Boda product catalog
