Vintage 1972-82 Paul Hoff at Kosta-Boda Red Glass Bowl w/Fish Design #57726, Ø8"
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Paul Hoff, a ceramics and glass artist, was born in 1945 in Stockholm. He was educated at the city's University of Arts, Crafts and Design in 1963–1968 and, after that, was hired by Gustavsberg's Porcelain Factory in 1969–1974. When he arrived, acknowledged ceramic artists such as Berndt Friberg, Lisa Larson, and Stig Lindberg were already working at the factory.
Paul Hoff's most well-known design from the Gustavsberg period is, without a doubt, the series ”Arter i fara” (Endangered Species of Animals) from 1973 and onwards. The series consists of about 20 plates with drawn motifs of endangered animals, such as hedgehog, lynx, and fox. The plates became very popular among the collectors, and Paul remained active with the series until 1994.
During this period, Paul designed mainly dinnerware, collector plates, and figurines. Collectors are especially keen to acquire pieces from his "Tarzan" series, a set consisting of four animal figures (fish, horse, lion, and seal) in surreal forms and printed colorful decor.
During 1972–1982, Paul Hoff worked as a designer at the Kosta Boda glassworks. From this period, collectors prize Hoff’s beautiful art glass plates, bowls, and vases. Hoff’s pieces were often made of colorful glass with soft shapes and extremely well-made animal motifs.