Rare and Gorgeous Swedish Orrefors Cut Crystal Bowl or Vase. Designed by Olle Alberius, Circa 1950's. This is a discontinued pattern and a gorgeous heavy crystal bowl. Purchased in an antique store twenty years ago in Hamburg, Germany. Signed at the base with Orrefors; number A 4335-131. Approximate measurements; 6H, 7.5D inches. Weighs 9lbs, 15 oz.

Olle Alberius (1926-1993) was one of Sweden's leading glass and ceramic artists in the 20th century. After his art studies at "Konstfack" in Stockholm, he worked for the companies Syco, Rorstrand, and Orrefors in the 1950s to 1990s. Olle became a prominent designer of art glass and pottery, often with intense colors and geometric motifs. His artistry is represented at the Swedish National Museum of Art and Design.


Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Excellent; Near-Perfect condition overall, with minor faint scratches on base.

Origin:
Sweden

Creator:
Brand: Orrefors; Artist: Olle Alberius

Materials & Techniques:
Crystal

Details:
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Country of Origin: Sweden

Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Excellent; Near-Perfect condition overall, with minor faint scratches on base.