Lisa Larson originally designed the Nordic Zoo (Skansen) series in 1976-1978 for the Gustavsberg factory. The series consists of 14 Nordic animals ranging from small foxes to majestic elks. The figurines are made of stoneware decorated with glaze in subtle colours.
This adorable stoneware brown bear (Bjorn) is No.2 in the Skansen series - as annotated on the base. It retains its old shop paper retail label on the base - which notes that it was "shop stock" in 1986. Underneath the paper label - are the usual incised marks into the pottery. It was made for the Ceramic Studio Gustavsberg (Keramikstudion Gustavsberg) in Sweden.
Mr Bjorn Bear is medium-sized and measures: 11 cm in height and the length is 15.5 cm. He is decorated by hand in brown tones, giving it a more unique touch and finish. As you can see - he is in excellent condition given that he is now nearly 40 years old. There are no chips or cracks.
Postage will be capped for this wee chap at £4.95 in the UK. We shall send to you with Royal Mail Recorded post - all packed up in a sturdy box.