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Founded in 1873, Arabia is one of Finland’s most beloved brands. It started with producing large decorated tableware sets fit for grandiose dinner parties, and is best known for its Moomin tableware and Uunikokki ovenware. You’ll find a variety of Arabia pieces from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Arabia of Finland is a Finnish ceramics company founded in 1873 and is still active today. Many of the most famous Finnish ceramics designers worked for Arabia, including Ulla Procopé and Kaj Franck. Shop a collection of antique and modern Arabia of Finland ceramics from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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Arabia Ruska Stoneware Coffee Pot
By Arabia of Finland
Located in Venice, CA
Arabia Ruska ceramic tea kettle / coffee pot in brown tones. Finland, 1960’s.
Category
Vintage 1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Pottery
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery
Vintage Arabia Tea Pot by Ulla Procope
By Arabia of Finland, Ulla Procope
Located in Philadelphia, PA
beautiful tea pot by Ulla Procope for Arabia of Finland. Thyme decor.
Category
Vintage 1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Stoneware
Francesca Lindh Wall Relief, Arabia 1970s
By Francesca Mascitti Lindh, Arabia of Finland
Located in Helsinki, FI
A truly beautiful and one of a kind piece designed by the Finnish Italian Francesca Lindh. Born in Italy, Lindh had a glaring and individual approach to ceramics. Her work has been o...
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Vintage 1970s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Stoneware
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Scandinavian Modern "Tarina" Decanter by Arabia, Finland 1950s
By Arabia of Finland
Located in Grythyttan, SE
This Scandinavian modern "Tarina" Decanter by Eira Käär and Leena Vuorinen for Arabia Finland 1950s is adorned with a unique design.
"Tarina" translates to "story" or "fable" in Finnish, likely alluding to the design of the decanter. In the form of a figure adorned in a jacket, with the stopper ingeniously serving as its hat, this decanter is stimulating to the imagination. Crafted from white stoneware and finished with a lustrous brown glaze, and delicate white accents, this petite decanter boasts a delightful and straightforward design, accented with intricate sgraffito detailing.
The "Tarina" decanter was designed by Eira Käär and Leena Vuorinen, and was produced during the period spanning 1954 to 1963. Stamped with the Arabia crown marking and "ARABIA" and "MADE IN FINLAND" on its base, this decanter embodies the unparalleled craftsmanship and heritage synonymous with Arabia Finland pottery.
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Barware
Materials
Stoneware
Porcelain Owl Sculpture by Lillemor Mannerheim for Arabia of Finland
By Lillemor Mannerheim, Arabia of Finland
Located in San Diego, CA
A hard to find porcelain owl sculpture by Lillemor Mannerheim for Arabia of Finland, circa 1980s. Signed on the underside by the artist, the p...
Category
Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
Scandinavian Modern Oiva Toikka Tundra Glass Arabia Iittala Finland 1970 19 pcs
By Iittala, Oiva Toikka, Arabia of Finland
Located in Miami, FL
Modern Finn Design by Oiva Toikka from 1970, Tundra glassware for Arabia, Finland. The design is of multiple unique small patterns influenced by the Artic tundra. Textured clear glass collection inspired by the harsh Artic landscape which would influence the designs of many Scandinavian designers and artists.
Box vintage condition – marked- LAUFFER – ARABIA GLASS...
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Vintage 1970s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Barware
Materials
Glass