Collection: ERIK PLØEN (1925 – 2004)

Erik Pløen was a groundbreaking Norwegian ceramic artist, recognized for his bold experimentation with forms and glazes. He trained at the Norwegian National Academy of Craft and Art Industry and continued his education in the United States, where he was exposed to modernist influences that deeply shaped his work.

Pløen’s career highlights include his pioneering use of glazes, creating richly textured and colorful surfaces that set his ceramics apart. His innovative approach often pushed the boundaries of traditional pottery, combining craftsmanship with a sculptural, artistic sensibility. His most famous works are characterized by organic forms and unique glazing techniques, blending earth tones with brilliant, unpredictable patterns. Pløen exhibited widely in both Norway and internationally, including at The National Museum in Oslo, which holds several of his works. His art can also be seen in museums like KODE Art Museums in Bergen and The Victoria and Albert Museum in London. Erik Pløen’s ceramics are highly collectible and can­ occasionally be found in auctions or galleries specializing in mid-­ century and modern Scandinavian design.