On display

”Hedge hog”

Aja Unonius (1901 - )

Artist/Maker

Manufacturer: Arabia Porslinsfabrik

DatesManufactured: Manufactured 1936

Material / Technique

Stoneware, chamotte

Dimensionsh x l x w: Mått 12 x 18 x 12 cm

Inventory numberNMK 49/1936

AcqusitionPurchase 1936

Other titlesTitel (sv): Skulptur, Igelkott Titel (en): ”Hedge hog” Etikett (sv): "Igelkott"

DescriptionDescription: A chamotte hedgehog! The soft prickles have been carefully made by hand, pinched one by one in the clay. The grittiness of the clay emphasises the matt surface of the glaze, creating a subdued whole. Aja Unonius worked at Arabia in Helsinki, where a studio for artistic production was established early. Sculpted animals were an important part of production, much in demand by collectors.

Exhibited

Collection

MaterialGlaze, .

TechniqueArt industry