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Teak sculpture by Johnny Mattsson

1.500,00 kr

Lovely small anchor sculpture by Johnny Mattsson, sculpted from teak.

Aquatic themes are recurring in Johnny Mattsson’s artistry, sailing and the archipelago being important parts of his life. The anchor is also found in the municipal coat of arms of his hometown Gävle.

Designer: Johnny Mattsson
Maker: Johnny Mattsson
Year: 1950s
Country: Sweden
Condition: Very good vintage condition consistent with age and use
Size: Height 13 cm, Width 12 cm, Depth 8.2 cm
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Johnny Mattsson was a sculptor and art handicraftsman with a singular ability to bring out stunning shapes from wood. He lived and worked in small Swedish town Gävle and got his breakthrough in 1952 with his beautiful bowls, often inspired by birds and boats. He worked with different kinds of wood like teak and pear, and often pine salvaged from 17th and 18th century houses that were taken down in Gävle.

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