Tuesday, October 30, 2012

Adam: The Quintessential Swedish Porcelain Pattern


Adam: The Quintessential Swedish Porcelain Pattern

The cups and saucers pictured here are one of the most popular examples of Swedish Porcelain to date. This pattern is called Adam, which I think is perfect because to me Adam is a simple name with a profound significance. This pattern "Adam" was one of the first major successes for famous Swedish designer Stig Lindberg. Lindberg worked as a designer for Swedish Porcelain Company Gustavsbergs throughout his entire professional life and created many of the company's most famous products during his time there.

All of Lindberg's designs have the same basic design principles: Simple, crisp, practical and beautiful. Adam is my most favorite of all his designs because of how timeless it is. The shapes remind me of a strand of pearls, perhaps the most timeless item of all.

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