Picnic

Feeling friendly but rebellious? That’s so radical. Just like life when Kosta Boda’s Picnic was first launched in 1967. Picnic is designed by renowned artist Bertil Vallien, during a time when people felt contempt towards the bourgeois demand for large sets of tableware. Why have a bunch of different pieces when you can drink straight from the bottle? That’s how Picnic came to be, in its mouth-blown yet simple glory. Back to basics!

Master of Sand Casting

Bertil Vallien

Bertil Vallien (born in 1938) is an artist who needs no further introduction for anyone who loves the beauty and mystery of glass. During his 60-year career, Vallien has become renowned among glass enthusiasts, primarily for his sand-cast sculptures and especially his world-famous glass ships. “From the very first moment, I was captivated by the seductive properties of glass. I have dedicated my entire life as an artist to exploring and pushing the limits of this material.”

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