a chandelier for 12 candles, Boda Smide, Sweden, probably 1960-70s.

Wrought iron, cast and blown clear glass, height without links ca 95 cm, diameter ca 49 cm. Three additional links measuring ca 17 cm are enclosed.

Erik Höglund started working with the smith Axel Strömgren in the late 1950s. The cooperation led to the start of the Boda Smide in 1962. Over the next 11 years, Erik designed many hundreds metal artworks for the company. They were often made of hand-forged iron with decorative details in clear, blue, or brown glass. The expression was joyous, rustic, and folksy. Boda Smide still has a small-scale and traditional production of Erik’s design in the local area.