Wilhelm Kåge (Farsta 1959) Sturdy Candleholder with Brown Glaze 7 cm

Wilhelm Kåge’s candleholder with a sturdy form, brown glaze, and rustic expression. The handmade Farsta series masterpiece – unique in both shape and glaze – was crafted in 1959 at the Gustavsberg studio. Kåge’s Farsta set comprises his most exclusive pottery artwork. It was first presented at the groundbreaking Stockholm Exhibition of 1930. The fired Farsta pieces were dipped in a bath with metal oxides which were drawn into the clay. The objects were then glazed and fired again. The oxides were drawn out by the heat to lend the glaze a layered texture with magnificent color effects. The stoneware clay for the artwork was collected from the Farsta bay close to the Gustavsberg factory. The objects were therefor incised with “Farsta”. They all share an aura of quality and are regarded as nobility in the world of Swedish pottery. Artist Wilhelm Kåge Series Farsta Year 1959 Maker Gustavsberg studio Material Stoneware Condition Very good vintage condition without any chips or cracks Size Diameter: 7 cm / 2.8 in Height: 5 cm / 2.0 in Marked Kåge, Farsta