On offer is this collection of six (6) Blue Fire eggcups (Blå
Eld äggkoppar). Each eggcup can hold
one extra-large egg (US definition) and stands approximately 2 inches tall at its
highest point (5 cm). The diameter is
about 2 1/8 inches (5.5 cm).
Debuting in 1951, the Blue Fire service was designed by
Rörstrand’s Hertha Bengtson, who purportedly named her immensely popular design
– noted for its striking herringbone/chevron pattern – after a wildflower common
to Öland, an island off Sweden’s southeast coast.
(Note: Because of the sweeping, amorphous design of many Blue Fire items, some measurements are approximated.)
Condition Report:
This entire set is in excellent vintage condition. There is no apparent evidence of damage or
repair to any item in this lot. All
edges are smooth, and oblique lighting reveals no crazing or severe internal utensil
marks or scuffs.
What can complicate purchasing multiples of Blue Fire
eggcups is that it’s very rare to find two eggcups that are precisely the
same size, or have the same heft and depth of glazing. (The interiors, for the most part, seem to
have been glazed to give each a “swirl” of blue glaze that has an almost “brushed
on” effect. The cups chosen for this
collection have basically been “paired,” which means that each of the three
pairs here have, to my eyes, the same overall exterior characteristics.
Pair No. 1 (Picture #5): These two cups appear to have a spot of “underglazing”
on their front face (the shorter side of the cup). However, these underglazed areas are smooth to the touch. One of these cups is numbered and both are
stamped. One is stamped “Rörstrand
Sweden” with an unknown date of manufacture; the other is stamped “Rörstrand Inc”
and was manufactured in 1955.
Pair No. 2 (Picture #6): This pair seems to show the herringbone
relief pattern the best. But the cup on
the right of the picture has three very tiny spots of “underglazing,”
which are smooth to the touch and are not raised and do not catch the nail. One of these cups is numbered and both are
stamped. One is stamped “Rörstrand Inc” with
an unknown date of manufacture; the other is stamped “Rörstrand Sweden” and was
manufactured in 1967.
Pair No. 3 (Picture #7): These two cups appear to have a dark blue
band (a “skunk stripe”) around their circumference, which I’ve found to be
quite common among Blue Fire eggcups. (Most of the cups in my personal collection resemble these two.) The
unglazed footring of one cup has a slight depression into which a drop of blue
glaze has seeped. One of these cups is numbered and both are stamped. One is stamped “Rörstrand Sweden” with an
unknown date of manufacture; the other is stamped “Rörstrand Inc” and was
manufactured in 1953.
Shipping:
The listed shipping is for buyers in the contiguous United States. If you reside in Alaska or Hawaii, please contact me for a shipping quote. My auctions are currently closed to international customers, but if you reside outside the US and are interested in bidding, please reach out to me. (Please understand that I am not responsible for any duties or delays imposed by Customs in your country, and I cannot declare any items shipped to you for less than their sale price.)
Since I am a new seller, for auction lots with more than one item, I may use an outside packing service in order to help ensure that your purchase arrives damage-free. Fragile collectibles will be double-boxed where appropriate and practical.
Return Policy:
As a longtime buyer of vintage pottery, I understand that
disappointments sometimes happen. Terms
like “excellent” and “near mint” are subjective, meaning wildly different
things to different people. And it can
be difficult to agree on when “wear and tear consistent with age” has ventured
into the territory of actual damage.
Rather than quibble, if you
are dissatisfied with any item that you purchase from me, for any reason,
simply return it to me within 14 days in the condition in which it was sent,
and I will happily refund your money. I
will pay for return shipping costs, but regrettably, I cannot refund outbound
shipping and handling fees in such cases.
Of course, should an item sustain any damage during transit, you will receive a complete refund. (In the event
that a multi-item shipment sustains only partial damage, please contact me so
that we can work out a satisfactory solution.)
All I ask in return is that you document any damage, retain all packing
materials, and assist me during the claims process.
In my experience, the best transactions are ones where there
is open, honest communication on both sides.
My goal is to find happy homes for these treasures, with the hope that
they will bring their new owners as much joy as they’ve brought me.
About Me:
I have been an avid Blue Fire (Blå Eld) and Koka Blue (Koka Blå) collector for almost 20 years. I own over 400 pieces in each line, so if you are hunting for something in particular, please reach out to me – there’s a good chance that I have what you’re looking for. I absolutely love chatting with other Rorstrand enthusiasts!
Finally, don’t be afraid to ask questions. I’d rather be deluged with questions than to
have my buyers experience one drop of regret with any item that I sell.
