140 - Claes Thell (1973–2019)

Claes Thell (1973–2019) Untitled Sculpture Ceramic 1976 H13 L12 cm Claes Thell grew up near Höganäs, a region in southern Sweden renowned for its ceramics (particularly for the use of salt glazes), and began working with the material at the age of fifteen. He studied metallurgy before becoming an apprentice to local master potter Rolf Palm. Claes Thell passed away in 2019. His works are included in the collections of several Swedish museums, including the National Museum in Stockholm.