Berndt Friberg (1899–1981) was a master of Swedish ceramics, celebrated for his exceptional skill in glazing and form. Working at the Gustavsberg Porcelain Factory under Wilhelm Kåge, Friberg developed a unique aesthetic that made his work highly sought after. His hand-thrown vases, renowned for their smooth, matte glazes and exquisite hues, ranging from deep blues to soft greens, are considered pinnacle achievements in modern ceramics. Friberg's meticulous craftsmanship and innovative glazing techniques culminated in pieces that are not only iconic in Scandinavian design but also exemplify the harmonious blend of beauty and functionality that characterizes the region's artistic ethos.

Gustavsberg Studio

Stoneware with 'Aniara' glaze. 
Each inscribed and dated between 1960-1974.
Tallest example 27cm.

Ceramics

Set of Six Vases

Glazed stoneware.
Inscribed 'Friberg' Gustavsberg Studio hand and date 'D' = 1962.

Vase

Stoneware with hare's fur glaze. 
Inscribed with 'Friberg' Gustavsberg Studio cypher and date mark E (=1963).

Ceramic with hare fur glaze, fabric shade.
Manufacturer's marks, dated and signed by the artist to the inside.

Height: 23 cm
Height with shade: 45 cm

Lighting

Table Lamp

Stoneware with hare's fur glaze. 
Inscribed with 'Friberg' Gustavsberg Studio cypher and date mark I (=1967).

Stoneware with hare's fur glaze. 
Inscribed with 'Friberg' Gustavsberg Studio cypher and date mark G =1965

Large Vase

Stoneware with hare's fur glaze. 
Inscribed with 'Friberg' Gustavsberg Studio cypher and  date mark 'ä' = 1957

Stoneware with hare's fur glaze. 
Inscribed with 'Friberg' Gustavsberg Studio cypher and date mark Å= 1956.

Stoneware with hare's fur glaze. 
Inscribed with 'Friberg' Gustavsberg Studio cypher and date mark H =1966

Ceramic vases in hare's fur glaze. Incised Friberg with Gustavsberg Studio hand mark. 

Left to right: 
h.16cm/6,2" dia.15cm/5,9" Date mark N= 1972.
h.40cm/15,7" dia.15cm/5,9" Date mark Ä= 1957.
h.27,5cm/10,8" dia.23cm/9". Dated 1976.

Group of 3 vases

Stoneware with hare's fur glaze. 
Each inscribed with 'Friberg' Gustavsberg Studio cypher and date marks.

Heights: 
28.5cm, 33cm. 41.5cm.
Dates b=1960, G01965 and I=1967.

Stoneware with hare's fur glaze. 
Inscribed with 'Friberg' Gustavsberg Studio cypher and date mark J =1968

Glazed ceramic, impressed geometric pattern. 
Inscribed with artist and studio hand, dated 'F' (=1964).

Stoneware with hares fur glaze.
All signed by the artist and dated to the reverse.

(from left to right on lineup picture)
Large: Y (1954) h. 8,6 d. 6cm
Medium: T (1950) h. 5,5 d. 4,2cm
Thin: H (1938) h. 3,5 d. 2,5cm
Wide: Ö (1958) h. 3,5 d. 4cm
Green: Ö (1958) H:4 D:3cm

Set of Minature Vases

Blue hare's fur glaze vases. Signed Friberg with the studio hand and date letters.
Left to right;
180524 - H. 18.5 cm date mark G=1965
170471 - H. 26.5 cm date stamp F = 1964
170530 - H. 9 cm date stamp = 1976

Blue hare's fur glaze vases. Signed Friberg with the studio hand and date letters.
Left to right;
170456 - H.30 cm date stamp k = 1969 - 
180553 - H.35 cm date stamp g = 1965
180221 - H.22 cm date stamp g = 1965

Group of three vases

Hare's fur glazed stoneware. 
Incised to the underside with Gustavsberg Studio hand, 'Friberg', and date mark (d=1962).

Tea Pot

Stoneware with hare fur glaze. 
Incised manufacturers studio hand. Signed by the artist. Date mark to the underside F (=1963).

Stoneware with blue 'hare's fur' glaze
Signed 'Friberg', with studio hand and date letter F (=1964).

Brown hair fur glaze. Signed Friberg, 1978 Gustavsberg studio hand.

Stoneware with blue hare's fur glaze.
Inscribed 'Friberg' with the studio mark, and dated 'F'.

Stoneware with patterned 'Hare's Fur' glaze.
Inscribed 'Friberg' with Gustavsberg Studio Hand and date letter 'F'.

Berndt Friberg

1899-1981