Rosa Ljung Sculptural Ceramic Horse Vase, Sweden, “Wild Horses of the Pampas”, Mid-century Modern

A rare and commanding horse-form ceramic vase by Swedish designer Rosa Ljung, standing an impressive 33 cm in height.

This sculptural work represents Rosa Ljung at her most ambitious and modern. The horse is rendered not as a literal figurine but as an elongated, architectural form, somewhere between animal, vessel, and modernist sculpture. The head is stylized and restrained, the body rising vertically with a quiet power that feels almost monumental for its scale.

The glaze is richly nuanced, moving through tones of olive green, moss, soft turquoise, and warm earthy undertones near the base. Subtle glaze pooling and tonal variation emphasize the height and movement of the form, giving the piece a living, tactile presence.

Designed as a vase, the opening is discreetly integrated into the upper structure, allowing the piece to function practically while remaining visually uncompromised.

This is not a decorative object. It is a sculptural statement.

Details: Designer: Rosa Ljung

Origin: Sweden

Period: Mid-20th century

Material: Glazed ceramic

Form: Horse-shaped vase

Color: Olive green, moss, turquoise with warm tonal variation

Height: 33 cm

Condition: Very good vintage condition, with light wear consistent with age

Markings: Factory mark present on base

BON TON Commentary

This piece sits firmly in Rosa Ljungs sculptural canon, far beyond her more common animal figurines. The scale, verticality, and abstraction place it closer to studio ceramics than decorative pottery.

Displayed on the floor, a pedestal, or as a standalone sculptural accent, it holds space effortlessly. Even without flowers, it reads as complete.

This is the Rosa collectors wait for.

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