Gunnar Nylund Chamotte vase.

Rörstrand "Igelkottsvas". height approx. 12 cm

“Igelkott’s vas” (hedgehog vase) Chamotte by Gunnar Nylund made in Sweden at Rörstrand and was one of the most famous Swedish porcelain manufacturers, with production initially at Karlbergskanalen on the island of Kungsholmen in Stockholm.

Contrasting Chamotte

Gunnar Nylund was always eager to experiment with novel forms, materials, glazes, and decor. The “Chamotte” pieces are fine examples of his experimentation. Made with chamotted stoneware, the rough surface provided a strong contrast against the playful, vivid decor. This is most clearly demonstrated in the “hedgehog vases" with their scarified form and color-absorbing glazes.

Gunnar Nylund (1904-1997)

Gunnar Nylund was the son of a Danish artist and a Finnish-Swedish sculptor and started early with art on his own. As early as 1930, he became artistic director for Rörstrand in Lidköping and was already an established potter.