{"id":5633219362975,"title":"Rörstrand Koka Blue Flameproof Casserole Dish by Hertha Bengtson, Sweden c.1950s–60s","handle":"rorstrand-koka-blue-large-casserole-dish-bean-or-soup-pot-hertha-bengtson-design-scandinavian-mid-century","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA large Koka Blue casserole dish, bean pot designed by Hertha Bengtson for Rörstrand, one of the most influential and enduring examples of Scandinavian mid-century design.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIntroduced in 1956, the Koka range was revolutionary in its combination of beauty and practicality. Marked El-Fast, meaning flameproof, it was designed to be used directly on the hob as well as in the oven, allowing food to be prepared, cooked and served in the same vessel. 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class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA large Koka Blue casserole dish, bean pot designed by Hertha Bengtson for Rörstrand, one of the most influential and enduring examples of Scandinavian mid-century design.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIntroduced in 1956, the Koka range was revolutionary in its combination of beauty and practicality. Marked El-Fast, meaning flameproof, it was designed to be used directly on the hob as well as in the oven, allowing food to be prepared, cooked and served in the same vessel. This innovative approach reflected the modern Scandinavian ideals of simplicity, functionality and thoughtful design.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinished in Rörstrand's characteristic deep cobalt-blue glaze, this generously sized casserole remains as striking today as when it was first produced. Equally appealing to collectors of Scandinavian design and those who appreciate beautifully made kitchenware, it is a piece that combines everyday usefulness with enduring style.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeight with lid: 20.3 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiameter: 20.3 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWidth including handles: 22.6 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOpening diameter: 16 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBase diameter: 20.3 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVery good vintage condition with light wear commensurate with age and use. The unglazed rim is original to the manufacturing process. Please refer to the photographs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCollector's Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHertha Bengtson (1917–1993) was one of Sweden's most important post-war designers. Working for Rörstrand between 1941 and 1964, she helped redefine modern tableware through a series of highly successful ranges. Introduced in 1956, Koka became one of Rörstrand's longest-running designs, remaining in production until 1988 and securing its place as a classic of Scandinavian design.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e"}

Rörstrand Koka Blue Flameproof Casserole Dish by Hertha Bengtson, Sweden c.1950s–60s

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A large Koka Blue casserole dish, bean pot designed by Hertha Bengtson for Rörstrand, one of the most influential and enduring examples of Scandinavian mid-century design.

Introduced in 1956, the Koka range was revolutionary in its combination of beauty and practicality. Marked El-Fast, meaning flameproof, it was designed to be used directly on the hob as well as in the oven, allowing food to be prepared, cooked and served in the same vessel. This innovative approach reflected the modern Scandinavian ideals of simplicity, functionality and thoughtful design.

Finished in Rörstrand's characteristic deep cobalt-blue glaze, this generously sized casserole remains as striking today as when it was first produced. Equally appealing to collectors of Scandinavian design and those who appreciate beautifully made kitchenware, it is a piece that combines everyday usefulness with enduring style.

Dimensions

Height with lid: 20.3 cm

Diameter: 20.3 cm

Width including handles: 22.6 cm

Opening diameter: 16 cm

Base diameter: 20.3 cm

Condition

Very good vintage condition with light wear commensurate with age and use. The unglazed rim is original to the manufacturing process. Please refer to the photographs.

Collector's Notes

Hertha Bengtson (1917–1993) was one of Sweden's most important post-war designers. Working for Rörstrand between 1941 and 1964, she helped redefine modern tableware through a series of highly successful ranges. Introduced in 1956, Koka became one of Rörstrand's longest-running designs, remaining in production until 1988 and securing its place as a classic of Scandinavian design.

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