The auction also includes Andres Laszlo Jr.'s collection of art glass with a number of carefully selected works by Orrefors' leading glass artists, created during the 1930s–1950s: Simon Gate, Edward Hald, Edvin Öhrström and Sven Palmqvist, with an emphasis on early and rare examples of Graal, Ariel and Ravenna. The Ceramics Department offers, in addition to a large section of works from Gustavsberg to mark the porcelain factory's 200th anniversary, two unique works by Pablo Picasso, created in the 1950s.
The Carpets and Textiles Department features several works by leading textile artists Märta Måås-Fjetterström and Barbro Nilsson. Highlights include the rare carpet “Ordspråksmattan”, lot 282. This year we also celebrate the 70th anniversary of Barbro Nilsson’s iconic rug “Tånga”.
The Silver Department offers a broad selection of pieces by some of the foremost designers of the 20th century, including Wiwen Nilsson, Erik Fleming, Georg Jensen, and Tapio Wirkkala.The auction also presents an extensive range of jewellery by Sigurd Persson, Inga-Britt “Ibe” Dahlquist, and Claës E. Giertt – influential figures in jewellery design whose distinctive styles have shaped generations.
