Piotr Baro for Knabstrup, Denmark.. 1950's Wall Hanging Plaque. Mid outlet Century, Modern

Modernist wall hanging plaque depicting white-glazed swans on unglazed backgroud. designed by Piotr Baro (1924-1998) for Knabstrup, Denmark.
Excellent vintage condition. 13.7 inches (35 cm) x 7.8 inches (20 cm)

In 1907 the Knabstrup brickwork was extended with a pottery factory producing flower pots, which eventually proceeded to the more decorative. Later on the company became the largest with numerous associated artists creating the foundation for the expansion. One of the artists was Bjørn Wiinblad. Later on he took over Knabstrup, where a outlet large part of the Wiinblad ceramics was produced.