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About this piece
NILS LANDBERG (1907–1991) An impressive footed bowl, 1966
Optic-blown glass with applied blown-glass elements.
Produced by Orrefors, Sweden.
26 cm. (10 ¼ in.) high; 21.5 cm. (8 ½ in.) diameter.
Description
This majestic footed bowl is a masterful example of Nils Landberg’s mid-century sculptural glasswork. Executed in 1966 for the renowned Swedish glassworks Orrefors, the piece showcases Landberg’s signature command of verticality and ethereal form.
The bowl features a delicate, optic-blown flared rim that creates a subtle play of light across its surface. It is supported by a sophisticated, architectonic stem composed of intricately applied blown-glass elements, arranged in a rhythmic, tiered configuration that reflects the organic yet disciplined aesthetic of Swedish Modernism. The flared, ribbed base provides a stable, elegant foundation to the towering 26 cm silhouette, exemplifying the technical prowess required to balance such a grand scale with delicate transparency.
Condition Report
The piece is in excellent vintage condition with no chips, cracks, or visible faults. The glass retains its original clarity and brilliance, with only negligible surface wear to the underside of the base consistent with its age.
Attribution Note
While this specific example is unsigned, as was common for certain studio-run pieces or specific commissions of the era, the design is firmly documented and attributed to Nils Landberg. Similar examples of this 1960s series have been handled by premier auction houses such as Bukowskis and are represented in high-end design galleries globally.
Designer Profile: Nils Landberg and Orrefors
Nils Landberg was a cornerstone of the Orrefors design department for over four decades. Joining the company in 1925, he evolved into one of the firm's most celebrated designers. Landberg is most famous for his "Tulpan" (Tulip) series, which debuted at the 1954 Milan Triennale, where he was awarded a gold medal. His relationship with Orrefors was defined by a pursuit of technical perfection, transforming functional vessels into poetic, sculptural statements.
Public Collections
Works by Nils Landberg are held in the permanent collections of major global institutions, including:
• The Nationalmuseum, Stockholm
• The Museum of Modern Art (MoMA), New York
• The Victoria and Albert Museum, London
• The Corning Museum of Glass, New York
- Color
- Transparent
- Style
- Mid-Century Modern
- Material
- Glass
- Condition
- Good
- Dimensions (cm)
- W 30D 35H 30
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