Danish world-class ceramics
The shape of Spaltekanden emerges by an unique utilisation of a turned, tall and narrow neck that is cut-through. One part is bend forward as spout while the second part is bend backwards as handle.Spaltekanden is stoneware with egg-white glazing and is handmade in Portugal. It is a unique piece of ceramic art and works everywhere in the home, both as an ewer, a vase and as a sculpture.
Spaltekanden is available in a medium version with a height of 18 centimer and the original, large version with a height of 24 centimeter.
One of Denmark's finest ceramicists
During her career, Eva Stæhr-Nielsen was awarded several international design awards. She was awarded gold medal at The World Fair in Paris in 1937, honorary diploma in 1954 and also was awarded a gold medal at The Milan Triennial in 1957. She was also awarded prizes in Tokyo and USA and received several donations and marks of honour.Today, her legendary stoneware designs are coveted among collectors all over the world.
Spring Copenhagen works closely with the Stæhr-Nielsen family in order to relaunch some of the unique and timeless design, Eva Stæhr-Nielsen created in the years from 1932 to 1968.