So simple and stylish, with the most thoughtful use of colour, there's something so endearing about them that this Lotus pattern is being snapped up by me and many other collectors alike everywhere.
These little finds were designed by Grete Prytz Kittelsen (born Oslo, Norway in 1917). She's renowned for her stainless steel and enamel work with Cathrineholm of Norway which started its production of enamel in 1907. Grete’s patterns and designs were a major influence on Scandinavian design in the forties and fifties, many of which won her numerous prestigious awards.
Unfortunately, these are now becoming increasingly difficult to find, but places like hisforhome and Wooden Donkey have a wonderful selection. Drop by and say hello. They're a lovely bunch.
If you enjoy Cathrineholm just as much as me, visit the 'Lovers of Cathrineholm Design' Flickr group here. Or, if you've got a collection, top it off with this fantastic poster from Handz's Etsy shop here:
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