The Cathrineholm factory opened in Halden, Norway in 1907. Originally producing ironworks and agricultural equipment, they then moved to creating signage and general household wares, before producing enamelled kitchenware.
As a designer, Grete Prytz Kittelsen was contracted to Cathrineholm, from 1955 until 1972.
During that time she designed a range of enamelware for the company - most famously Lotus (1962-65) and not-so-famously Stripes (1956), Square (1958) and Bands (1958).
Contrary to popular belief, the flower pattern displayed on the Lotus design was not the work of Grete herself, but by a lesser known employee. In fact, Grete has been known to comment on how she doesn't like the pattern at all and that it ruins the look of her solid-colour design!
THIS LISTING
A fabulous addition to any mid-century kitchen; the iconic 'Lotus' pattern in orange on white.
This stunning example of Norwegian history is one of the larger saucepan/stockpot sizes, which measures approx 27cm (10.5") in diameter. It's in great to excellent vintage condition, with only a small amount of surface wear.
The orange is bright, shiny and lovely - a sure splash of colour in whichever home this makes its way into!
