Late to the game, I've only just discovered these appealing mugs featuring the drawings of Swedish midcentury artist, Stig Lindberg, available exclusively at Skandium.
And I've got my eye on that chessboard horse...
...then again, this solitary sailor figure and his dog, floating on a wardrobe is good too.
The drawings are taken from Lindberg's 1959 children's book, Daniel Doppsko – which translates as Daniel Tip Your Toe (you can check out the book on the
Fine Little Day blog). The sailor character is, in fact, Daniel himself – who floats across Lake City on a wardrobe, meeting all sorts of unusual creatures including, no doubt, the checked pony.
This is the first time Stig Lindberg's Daniel Doppsko drawings have been used in this way. The cups cost £12 each at
Skandium.
Lindberg originals are highly collectible, while various elements from his archive have been reproduced, including Daniel Doppsko, recently republished, and various ceramics and fabrics. His designs are always whimsical and often witty, whether in the form of stoneware, paintings, textiles or, indeed, books for small people. Here are just a few more of his delightful designs.
Original Faience Vase (
1stdibs)
Original Berså cups and saucers, made for Gustavsberg
Cover for Ikea sofa in reproduction Herbarium Deep Navy Blue fabric, by
Bemz
Some of Lindberg's vingtage pieces have become serious collectors' items – this pleasingly spherical horse is on offer currently at 1stDibs for around £2,600...
Etsy is quite a good source for more affordable original Lindberg treasures too.
Cotton Pottery fabric
The man himself: Stig Lindberg, looking like he was a lot of fun. You can read more about Lindberg at the
Skandium blog.
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