Rut Bryk

Rut Bryk (1916–1999) was a Finnish ceramicist, designer and textile artist.

Also recorded as Linnea Rut Bryk.

Rut Bryk in brief

Born
1916
Died
1999
Known for
ceramicist, designer and textile artist
Place of birth
Stockholm
Contents

Overview

Born at Stockholm in 1916, died at Helsinki in 1999.

In detail

Rut Bryk studied at Aalto University. training under Birger Kaipiainen, Arttu Brummer and Runar Engblom is recorded. the recorded working language is Finnish and Swedish.

Subjects and genres recorded for the work are ceramic art, modernism and Minimalism.

Places of work recorded in the authority are Helsinki. Employment is recorded with Arabia.

Work by Rut Bryk is recorded in the collections of Nationalmuseum.

Distinctions recorded are Knight First Class of the Order of the White Rose of Finland, doctor honoris causa of the University of Helsinki, Pro Finlandia Medal of the Order of the Lion of Finland and Finnish State Prize for Design.

Sources

Each source is named with the standing the house places on it, so the evidence can be weighed rather than taken on trust.

  1. 1.

    “Rut Bryk”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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  2. 2.

    Wikidata, structured authority record Q2177416: Rut Bryk

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