Per Hammarström is one of Sweden’s most highly regarded ceramicists.

Per’s work doesn’t conform to the Swedish style of simplicity; instead he loves

colour and texture, and exploring the multi-faceted function of ceramics. Per

began his training at the Gustavsbergs Porcelain Studio in 1978, which is sadly

no longer in existence. In 1984 he opened his own studio in Strängnäs, and has

worked in this manner ever since.

Per’s work is characterised by organic forms and his

own distinctive glazes, often in bright colours and strong contrasts. His work

is unique, each piece starting out as a roughly thrown form, which is worked

and transformed into bowls that are characterised by their delicacy and

translucency. The organic form is embodied in the textured ceramics of Per. His

works are either made from stoneware or porcelain.

The

inspiration of much of his work is the sea, but he also draws from flora and

fauna; and the changing of the seasons. The undulating colours of the sea, sky

and land manifest themselves in his delicately crafted and vividly coloured

ceramics. Through elaborate dining-ware and ceramic ornaments, Per’s work

evokes the wonders of the world, both past, present, and imagined.

Per has

exhibited throughout Sweden, including at the Royal Palace in Stockholm, in

2015; as well as at Ceramic’s Biennale in Cairo, Egypt 1996.

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