Situated in the picturesque town of Gustavsberg, Sweden, the Gustavsberg Porcelain Museum (Gustavsbergs Porslinsmuseum) is devoted to presenting the rich history, artistic brilliance, and artistry of Gustavsberg porcelain.
Home to a vast collection of over 10,000 objects, the museum offers a captivating glimpse into the Gustavsberg porcelain factory. The collection includes porcelain tableware, figurines, and exquisite art pieces.
Renowned since its establishment in the mid-19th century, Gustavsberg Porcelain Museum crafts top-tier porcelain.
History of Gustavsberg Porcelain Museum
Since its founding in 1827, the Gustavsberg porcelain factory has been the pinnacle of quality. Located in the charming Swedish town of Gustavsberg, just outside of Stockholm, the factory immediately became well-known for its exquisite porcelain tableware and gorgeous ornaments, such as vases, figurines, and artwork.
The factory began producing sanitary porcelain items like sinks, bathtubs, and toilets as the 19th century came to an end. This transition proved immensely successful, solidifying Gustavsberg’s position as a premier manufacturer of sanitary porcelain in Europe.
20th Century: Innovation and artistic collaboration
For Gustavsberg, the 20th century was a time of growth and creativity. New designs emerged, and collaborations with renowned artists and designers became a defining feature of the factory. In the 1930s, Swedish artist Wilhelm Kåge introduced Art Deco-inspired designs that garnered widespread acclaim. In subsequent decades, designers like Stig Lindberg and Lisa Larson contributed whimsical and vibrant animal figurines, which became iconic.
The company joined the Finnish group Arabia in 1992, later merging with the Swedish company Rörstrand to form the Iittala Group. Today, Gustavsberg continues its tradition of producing high-quality porcelain products on a smaller scale, renowned for its innovative designs and collaborations with esteemed artists and designers.
