It reflected korsmos idea of meccano for the home, which aimed to integrate all human needs, physical and psychological. The designing world lost a great luminary when grete prytz. In the late 1950s while designing for cathrineholm she created the utilitarian line of kitchenware which included everything from. Grete prytz kittelsen grete prytz kittelsen 19172010 is regarded as the queen of scandinavian design. The decor was designed to suit the needs of each individual. Grete prytz kittelsen archives h is for home harbinger. Designed by enamel artist and goldsmith grete prytz kittelsen the bright and cheerful pieces were a staple in.
Nasjonalmuseet for kunst, arkitektur og design norway find more information about. The art of enamel design is now available in english by publisher w. He taught at the norwegian national academy of craft and art industry and he was a professor at the department of architecture at the norwegian institute of technology. This kittelsen cathrineholm collaboration was awarded a gold medal at the milan triennale ix in 1957. Grete prytz kittelsen was a norwegian goldsmith, enamel artist, and designer. Together, grete and arne created their own universe here for everyday living and entertaining.
Grete prytz kittelsen prices 3 auction price results. Thomas flor is the author of grete prytz kittelsen 4. To initiate an order, see the instructions at the bottom of the page. There we can learn the she never actually was fond of the lotus flower in the cathrineholm pattern, which i guess all of us are today. This book situates her in the forefront of artistcraftspeople of the twentieth century. See more ideas about inexpensive jewelry, lotus design and vintage enamelware.
Grete prytz kittelsen 19172010 is regarded as the queen of scandinavian design. Kittelsen was born in the coastal town of kragero in telemark county, norway. This book is the first comprehensive presentation of her work. From the late 1940s she designed jewellery and unique silver objects for her familys longestablished firm, j tostrup in oslo. From the late 1940s she designed jewellery and unique silver objects for her familys longestablished firm, j.
A very unique and striking set, with kittelsen s signature lotus pattern on the band of the serving bowl and the tray. May 28, 2012 grete prytz kittelsen 19172010 is regarded as the queen of scandinavian design. Midcentury enamel box set by grete prytz kittelsen for cathrineholm of norway early 20th century leather faux book box, united kingdom home furniture decorative objects boxes decorative boxes. Norwegian designer, grete prytz kittelsen 19172010, was regarded as one of the most significant figures among a new generation of nordic modernist designers. Fa grete prytz kittelsen af karianne bjellas gilje som. The scandinavian design movement of the mid20th century was born of the idea that beautiful, functional everyday objects could be accessible to everyone in society. Kittelsen became famous for his nature paintings, as well as for his illustrations of fairy tales and legends, especially of trolls. Set of 3 cathrineholm enamel nesting or stacking bowls in the stripes pattern by grete prytz kittelsen korsmo. She is one of the most wellknown norwegians in the scandinavian design movement, and has been referred to as the queen of scandinavian design.
Jan 11, 2008 but i learned much more about the great grete prytz kittelsen. This minimalist midcentury style norwegian cabin was the home of grete prytz kittelsen. Grete prytz kittelsen is highly regarded as the grand dame of norwegian. Midcentury enameled metal fondue set designed by grete prytz kittelsen for cathrineholm, norway.
Jan 11, 2008 grete prytz kittelsen 1917 is the name of the designer that was born into a family of very well known enamalists in oslo, norway. And not least issues related to the use versus preservation could have been devoting more attention. Built in 70s by well known modernist architect arne korsmo, the house surrounded by nature, the open space layout featured a lot of natural lights with floor to ceiling windows. Oct 28, 2014 grete prytz kittelsen 19172010 is regarded as the queen of scandinavian design. Details about vintage cathrineholm enamel lotus dutch oven 3 quart grete prytz kittelsen. The life and work of norwegian designer grete prytz kittelsen in a new book. An awardwinning set of two of midcentury covered box canisters designed by grete prytz kittelsen 19172010 for cathrineholm of norway in 1955. Midcentury set of french leather and paper faux or secret. Grete prytz kittelsen 19172010 is regarded as the queen of scandinavian.
When she decided to mass produce her own enameled items, it was the cathrineholm factory that started manufacturing these items in 1954. The queen of scandinavian design as she was sometimes call, was a norwegian19172010 goldsmith, enamel artist, and designer. Grete prytz kittelsen the art of enamel design h is for. Cathrineholm by grete prytz kittelsen friday march 4th, 2016 as a big fan of scandinavian design, i. Jul 12, 2012 the life and work of norwegian designer grete prytz kittelsen in a new book. Grete prytz kittelsen widar halen, janlauritz opstad. Grete prytz kittelsen 19172010 is regarded as the queen of scand.
Grete prytz kittelsen karianne bjellas gilje, astrid. Arne korsmo 14 august 1900 29 august 1968 was a leading architect in norway and a propagator of the international architectural style. This article originally appeared in the july, 2012 issue of the norwegian american weekly. Apr 15, 2011 this minimalist midcentury style norwegian cabin was the home of grete prytz kittelsen. Grete prytz kittelsen interviewed in karianne bjellas gilje, ed. Grete prytz kittelsen s works are already design icons and popular collectors items. Media in category grete prytz kittelsen the following 8 files are in this category, out of 8 total. Jewellery designed by grete prytz kittelsen national museums. Grete prytz kittelsen born adelgunde margrethe prytz, june 28, 1917, oslo, died september 25, 2010, oslo, was a norwegian goldsmith, enamel artist, and designer. One of a few collections helmed by noted designer grete prytz kittelsen, the lotus series contains some of the most recognizable pieces of midcentury kitchenware, and certainly the most famous pieces to come out of the cathrineholm factory.
Arne korsmo og grete prytz kittelsen dex t 4062 023. Her sphere of influence in the history of decorative art and design stretches from the scandinavian design period, 194565, to today. Midcentury enamel box set by grete prytz kittelsen for. Part of the the palgrave macmillan transnational history series book series. Although grete prytz kittelsen is oftentimes cited as the sole designer of the lotus series, she. The designing world lost a great luminary when grete prytz kittlesen passed away in oslo in 2010 at the age of 93. But the house wives in norway liked the pattern, so then it became a success. The book is very well written comprehensive, entertaining and informative. Chinese porcelain monochrome large 1214 bowl w cobalt blue. Through her work she contributed to internationalisation, innovation and scientific.
Records for notyetpublished titles do not include subject classifications. Articulated necklace designed by grete prytz kittelsen in 1952, for j tolstrup, norway. Grete prytz kittelsen cathrineholm norway strek design royal silky blue enamel striped square bowl, stainless back marked and pristine gypsymidcentury 5 out of 5. Vintage cathrineholm enamel lotus dutch oven casserole pot with lid 3 quart size. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Grete prytz kittelsen kristiania 1917 oslo 2010 brosje j. An artist with an exceptionally broad scope, she designed jewelry and oneofakind silver articles for her family. Jan 15, 2019 this video is about the beautiful work of cathrineholm cookery and the designers behind the artistry. Lotus yellow grete prytz kittelsen covered pot norway. Grete prytz kittelsen the art of enamel design by karianne bjella gilje explores the work of one of our favourite product designers it was written not only with gretas close cooperation, but with extensive contributions from her in the form of interviews, added text, selection of images and so on. All in all, this is a rare good, interesting and important book.
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