The Cleveland Museum of Art

Collection Online as of April 25, 2024

Bowl

Bowl

c. 1960
manufacturer

Kosta Glasbruk

(Swedish, est. 1742)
Sweden, Kosta, 20th century
glass
Overall: 11.6 x 20.4 cm (4 9/16 x 8 1/16 in.)
Gift of Mrs. Ruth Emrich 1993.172
Location: not on view

Did You Know?

Transparent blue coloring was a staple in mid-century Swedish glass design.

Description

This bowl’s bright blue coloring paired with its inverted shape was designed to capture and reflect light upon the surface. The boldness of form and color are signature aesthetic elements popularized in mid-century Swedish modern design. The same color palette can be seen in textiles of the period as well.
  • Mrs. Ruth Emrich, Cleveland.
  • {{cite web|title=Bowl|url=false|author=Kosta Glasbruk|year=c. 1960|access-date=25 April 2024|publisher=Cleveland Museum of Art}}

Source URL:

https://www.clevelandart.org/art/1993.172