Glass wares by Mats Jonasson, Sweden

Mats Jonasson is a Swedish glass artist born in 1945. He is notable for his engraved lead crystal sculptures of flowers and wildlife that are manufactured by the glassworks in Maleras, Sweden and are marketed around the world. He began working at the Maleras glassworks in 1959 at the age of 14. He stayed with the company for six years, before moving to Kosta Boda in 1969. He returned to Maleras in 1975, and in 1988 he became the managing director and chief designer of the company.

His work is known for its intricate detail and use of color. He often uses traditional Swedish folk motifs in his designs, and his work has been exhibited in galleries and museums around the world. In addition to his work as a glass artist, Jonasson is also a writer and lecturer. He has written several books on glassmaking, and he gives lectures on more... his work at universities and art schools.

Jonasson is a recipient of the Prince Eugen Medal, the highest award for glass art in Sweden. He is also a member of the Royal Swedish Academy of Arts.

Jonasson's work is highly collectable, and his sculptures can sell for thousands of dollars. He is considered one of the most important glass artists working today. less...