Vintage Vase 'Orkidea' by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala

A large vintage 'Orkidea' (Orchid) vase designed by Timo Sarpameva for Iittala in 1953. Marked with Iittala lable and incised signature 'TIMO SARPANEVA 3868' on the base. An authentic piece of Finnish glass design of the 1950s. Awarded with a Grand Prix on the Milan Triennale in 1954. Good condition. There is a tiny production-related inclusion in the glass at the tip.

Timo Sarpaneva (1926 - 2006) was not only the artist who designed the 'i' logo for Iittala. His groundbreaking work combines art with useful design. In addition to glass, Timo Sarpaneva also worked with textiles, wood, porcelain and metal. His unique industrial design helped Finland to its worldwide reputation in the design world. His artwork has been awarded the Lunning Prize and twice at the Milan Triennale.

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Measures:
Height: 10.43" (26.5 cm)
Diameter: 3.15" (8 cm)

Literature Reference:
Modernes Glas aus Finnland, Riihimaeki 1989, page 83
George Fischler, Barret Gould, Scandinavian Ceramics and Glass, Atglen 2000, page 125


Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: All of our items are in very good condition. They have been utilised and therefore may show age-related traces of usage. If not mentioned in the item description they don't have defects. Feel free to contact us for a detailled condition report.

Origin:
Finland

Creator:
Brand: Iittala; Artist: Timo Sarpaneva

Materials & Techniques:
Art Glass

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Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; All of our items are in very good condition. They have been utilised and therefore may show age-related traces of usage. If not mentioned in the item description they don't have defects. Feel free to contact us for a detailled condition report.