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COLLECTION of FOSSILS
Estimate:
$100 - $300
Sold
$180
Live Auction
Spring Estates Auction | March 2024
Category
Description
Including a shark tooth, a fish fossil, a hanging ceramic plaque by Börje Skohg (Sweden, 1923-2006) painted with a toothed fish, with artist signature on verso: 'Gustavsberg Skohg', a piece of petrified wood, several carved stones, and other specimens
h. 4 w. 22 in. (longest)
Börje Skohg (1923–2006) was one of Sweden’s leading ceramic artists in the 20th century. After his art studies at ”Konstfack” in Stockholm, he worked for the Gustavsberg factory for 40 years. Börje became a prominent designer of wall plaques with people and animal motifs using an archaic and stylistic expression. His artistry is represented at the Swedish National Museum of Art and Design.
[In Situ Item] This item will not be on display in our saleroom during our preview period. If you wish to view it in-person please make a request with the gallery.
h. 4 w. 22 in. (longest)
Börje Skohg (1923–2006) was one of Sweden’s leading ceramic artists in the 20th century. After his art studies at ”Konstfack” in Stockholm, he worked for the Gustavsberg factory for 40 years. Börje became a prominent designer of wall plaques with people and animal motifs using an archaic and stylistic expression. His artistry is represented at the Swedish National Museum of Art and Design.
[In Situ Item] This item will not be on display in our saleroom during our preview period. If you wish to view it in-person please make a request with the gallery.
Provenance
By descent through the family of an important South Salem, NY collector