Gustavsberg “Gullebarn” Teapot & Cup, Sweden 1930s

Description

Country of manufacture: Sweden
Manufacturer: Gustavsberg
Series: Gullebarn
Form: Wilhelm Kåge
Painting by: Gertrud Wysse (1912–2006)
Era: 1930s
Size: Pot height approximately 14cm, cup and jug height 6cm

Made by Gustavsberg, a renowned Swedish porcelain manufacturer.
This is "Gullebarn," children's tableware from the 1930s.
A set of a lidded pot, mug, and creamer with a spout,
Each one has a different animal on the front and back.
It is hand-painted in soft pink and cobalt blue.

"Gullebarn" (meaning "beloved child" or "precious child" in Swedish)
The painting was done by Visse Feininger.
(Wysse Feininger/real name Gertrud Wysse Hägg, 1912–2006).
He studied graphic design at the Bauhaus in Dessau.
I am a Swedish designer.

Upon returning to Sweden in 1933, he met his uncle, who was the company's artistic director.
Under the guidance of **Wilhelm Kåge**,
I created several patterns for children.

The form was designed by Kohge.
Visse was a painter of the Bauhaus painter Lionel Feininger.
She was also the wife of her son, photographer Andreas Feininger.

Her designs for Gustavsberg, including "Gullebarn,"
The Nationalmuseum in Stockholm
It is part of the collection (the Gustavsberg Collection, managed by the museum).

A piece that will go down in the history of Swedish design.
Gustavsberg, Bauhaus-era design,
Alternatively, it's recommended for those who collect vintage children's tableware.

[Before purchasing]

 

It's a fairly old item that was used in a typical household,
Stains and signs of wear may be present.
Please understand that the aging process unique to vintage items is part of their character.
Please check the condition in the photos.

*For environmental reasons and cost reduction, the packaging will be as follows:
We will be using recycled cardboard and waste paper.