Michael Schilkin, a tea set of 16 parts from Arabia, Finland 1950s-60s
Ceramics in gray-blue and yellow.
Stamped. The jug signed M.S.-I
Teapot, height 10 cm.
Teacups with saucers, 5 pairs.
Mug, height 10 cm.
Bowl, height 5 cm.
Plates, 4 pcs 18.5 cm.
Plates, 4 sizes, 17- 31 cm.
Wear due to age and use. One cup with chip. One cup with repaired handle.
Michael Schilkin (1900-1962) was a Finnish sculptor and ceramicist born in Trubino, Russia. He moved to Finland in 1921 and studied at the Central School of Art. Eventually he was hired at the Arabia porcelain factory. He is mainly known for his stoneware and clay figurines depicting wild animals, but also created human figures and wall reliefs in public places with musty glazes in earth tones. The sculptures are powerful with a humorous tone.
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