A striking Modernist Stoneware Vase designed in 1969 by the highly celebrated ceramicist Eva Staehr-Nielsen (1911-1976) for Royal Copenhagen, Denmark.
 
Staehr-Nielsen is one of the most important names in 20th-century Danish ceramics, previously serving as the chief designer at the iconic Saxbo studio. Upon its closure, she joined Royal Copenhagen, bringing a new, edgier, and more rustic style to their stoneware department.
 
This heavy, substantial vase features a bold, sculptural form, beautifully covered in a rich black glossy glaze. The piece is a factory first and clearly marked with her rare personal impress, making it a critical collector’s item that bridges the legacy of Saxbo with the evolution of Royal Copenhagen.
 
Markings & Dimensions:
Designer: Eva Staehr-Nielsen
Signed: Impressed: E.ST.N., Royal Copenhagen, 22344.
Period: 1969 (Transition Period)
Condition: Excellent condition, factory first.
Height: 6 3/4 inches (17 cm) 
Diameter: 5½ inches (14 cm)