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Reptil Bowl – Stig Lindberg for Gustavsberg
Reptil Bowl – Stig Lindberg for Gustavsberg
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Iconic vintage Reptil bowl in yellow, designed by Stig Lindberg for Gustavsberg. This mid-century piece showcases Lindberg's playful and experimental design, featuring a textured surface reminiscent of reptile skin. Ideal as a decorative object, it adds a bold touch of Scandinavian modernism to any setting.
The Reptil series is recognized for its textured surface and vibrant colors, representing mid-century Swedish ceramic innovation. Bowls from this collection are highly collectible and exemplify Lindberg's playful, artistic approach to functional ceramics.
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About the Reptil Series
The Reptil series was designed by Stig Lindberg for Gustavsberg and produced between 1953 and 1963. Recognized for its textured surface and vibrant colors, the series represents mid-century Swedish ceramic innovation. The distinctive reptile-skin texture was achieved through innovative glazing techniques, creating pieces that were both tactile and visually striking. Bowls from this collection are highly collectible and exemplify Lindberg's playful, artistic approach to functional ceramics.
About the Designer: Stig Lindberg
Stig Lindberg (1916–1982) was one of Sweden's most influential designers and ceramists. Lindberg is celebrated for his imaginative, bold, and playful designs, merging color, form, and texture in unique ways.
His work for Gustavsberg is iconic in Scandinavian design history, characterized by experimental glazes, organic forms, and a willingness to push the boundaries of ceramic design. The Reptil series exemplifies his ability to create pieces that are both functional and sculptural, bringing artistic expression to everyday objects.
About the Brand: Gustavsberg
Founded in 1825, Gustavsberg is a leading Swedish porcelain and ceramics manufacturer, known for combining craftsmanship with innovative design through collaborations with top Swedish designers like Stig Lindberg.
During the 1950s and 1960s, when this bowl was created, Gustavsberg was producing some of its most innovative ceramic designs, working with talented artists to create pieces that balanced artistic expression with functional design.
Vintage Gustavsberg pieces from the Lindberg era are now highly collectible, valued for their design integrity, quality craftsmanship, and their role in defining Swedish ceramic design.
A vibrant and playful example of mid-century Swedish ceramic design. The yellow Reptil bowl by Stig Lindberg is a collectible piece that brings color, texture, and Scandinavian style to any home or table display. Perfect for decoration and display, this versatile statement piece captures the bold, experimental spirit of 1950s-1960s Swedish design.
The Reptil series was designed by Stig Lindberg for Gustavsberg and produced between 1953 and 1963. Recognized for its textured surface and vibrant colors, the series represents mid-century Swedish ceramic innovation. The distinctive reptile-skin texture was achieved through innovative glazing techniques, creating pieces that were both tactile and visually striking. Bowls from this collection are highly collectible and exemplify Lindberg's playful, artistic approach to functional ceramics.
About the Designer: Stig Lindberg
Stig Lindberg (1916–1982) was one of Sweden's most influential designers and ceramists. Lindberg is celebrated for his imaginative, bold, and playful designs, merging color, form, and texture in unique ways.
His work for Gustavsberg is iconic in Scandinavian design history, characterized by experimental glazes, organic forms, and a willingness to push the boundaries of ceramic design. The Reptil series exemplifies his ability to create pieces that are both functional and sculptural, bringing artistic expression to everyday objects.
About the Brand: Gustavsberg
Founded in 1825, Gustavsberg is a leading Swedish porcelain and ceramics manufacturer, known for combining craftsmanship with innovative design through collaborations with top Swedish designers like Stig Lindberg.
During the 1950s and 1960s, when this bowl was created, Gustavsberg was producing some of its most innovative ceramic designs, working with talented artists to create pieces that balanced artistic expression with functional design.
Vintage Gustavsberg pieces from the Lindberg era are now highly collectible, valued for their design integrity, quality craftsmanship, and their role in defining Swedish ceramic design.
A vibrant and playful example of mid-century Swedish ceramic design. The yellow Reptil bowl by Stig Lindberg is a collectible piece that brings color, texture, and Scandinavian style to any home or table display. Perfect for decoration and display, this versatile statement piece captures the bold, experimental spirit of 1950s-1960s Swedish design.
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What's Included
1 Reptil bowl by Stig Lindberg
Designed for Gustavsberg, Sweden
Original 1953-1963 production
Yellow glazed ceramic
Detailed Measurements
Height: 7.5 cm (3.0")
Length: 31.5 cm (12.4")
Width: 15.5 cm (6.1")
Material: Glazed ceramic
Color: Yellow with textured surface
Production period: 1953-1963
1 Reptil bowl by Stig Lindberg
Designed for Gustavsberg, Sweden
Original 1953-1963 production
Yellow glazed ceramic
Detailed Measurements
Height: 7.5 cm (3.0")
Length: 31.5 cm (12.4")
Width: 15.5 cm (6.1")
Material: Glazed ceramic
Color: Yellow with textured surface
Production period: 1953-1963
Condition
The yellow glaze is well-preserved with vibrant color. The textured surface reminiscent of reptile skin is crisp and well-defined. Light signs of use consistent with age (check photos).
Minor wear may be present. No chips or cracks. As with all vintage pieces, this item may show signs of previous use and age. Any such marks are signs of authenticity, not flaws, and add to its unique character.
Minor wear may be present. No chips or cracks. As with all vintage pieces, this item may show signs of previous use and age. Any such marks are signs of authenticity, not flaws, and add to its unique character.
Care
Hand wash with mild soap and lukewarm water, avoiding sudden temperature changes. Handle with care to preserve glaze and textured surface. Not dishwasher or microwave safe.