Wilhelm Kåge for Gustavsberg
Argenta Bowl, Mid-20th Century.
Wilhelm Kåge for Gustavsberg
Argenta Bowl, Mid-20th Century.
Low, rounded bowl in the iconic turquoise Argenta glaze, decorated with an inlaid silver motif. The piece reflects Kåge’s characteristic balance of functional form and refined decorative detail and stands on a small foot.
Origin: Sweden.
Material: Stoneware with turquoise glaze and silver inlay.
Dimensions: H. 4 cm, D. 14 cm.
Period: Mid-20th century.
Condition: Excellent condition with minor signs of wear.
Bio:
Wilhelm Kåge (1889–1960) served as artistic director at Gustavsberg for several decades and is regarded as one of Sweden’s most influential designers. The Argenta series, introduced in the 1930s, combines vivid glazes with sterling-silver inlays and remains highly sought after among collectors today.