Description:

Karin Björquist for Gustavsberg, creamer set “Svart Ruter”.
Set consisting of lidded sugar bowl and creamer in porcelain with a distinctive black diamond pattern, designed in a simple and functional style typical of the period.
Origin: Sweden.
Designer: Karin Björquist.
Material: Porcelain.
Dimensions: Sugar bowl: H. 8 cm, D. 8 cm. Creamer: H. 7 cm, D. 10 cm.
Period: 1970s.
Condition: Good condition with minor signs of wear and a small chip on the rim of the sugar bowl.
Bio:
Karin Björquist (1927–2018) was a Swedish ceramicist and designer who worked for Gustavsberg from the mid-20th century onwards. She is known for her functional and timeless designs, often focusing on everyday porcelain objects. Her work is characterised by simplicity, clarity of form, and strong usability, making her designs highly sought after today.