Grossman
1906 - 1999

Greta GROSSMAN

Grossman studied at the Stockholm School of Crafts, where she was trained in cabinetmaking, sculpture and drawing. In 1933, she opened her own design studio in Stockholm, where she concentrated on creating functional, modern furniture.

During the 1930s, Greta Grossman became a leading figure in Scandinavian design. She was one of the first women designers to achieve international recognition. Her work is characterized by simple, uncluttered and functional forms, influenced by the modern style of the time.

In 1940, due to the rise of Nazism in Europe, Greta Grossman and her husband, a renowned jazz musician, left Sweden for the United States. They settled in Los Angeles, where Grossman pursued her design career.

In Los Angeles, Grossman quickly became a fashionable designer. She creates furniture, lighting and decorative objects that embody the modern aesthetic and culture of Californian design. She is best known for her iconic lamps, such as the "Gräshoppa" and the "Cobra", which have become design classics.

Despite her success and influence, Greta Grossman's work has been somewhat overshadowed over the years. However, since the 2000s, her legacy has been rediscovered and celebrated. Her creations are exhibited in museums and galleries around the world, and her style continues to inspire many contemporary designers.

Greta Grossman has left a lasting imprint on the world of design. Her innovative approach, combining functionality and aesthetics, and her sense of timeless elegance, have helped shape the modern aesthetic of the 20th century.



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