Timo Sarpaneva Glass
Finnish, 1926-2006
Celebrated glassmaker Timo Sarpaneva was a pioneer of Finnish postwar design. He led the formation of the utilitarian and artistic side of mid-century modern style. Sarpaneva’s glass vases, serveware and table lamps have a sculptural yet functional quality, making them adaptable for both decorative and utilitarian use.
Sarpaneva was born in 1926 in Helsinki and spent his childhood visiting his grandparents in the countryside. There, he was influenced by a barter economy where everything was made by hand and traded for services and wares.
In 1948, Sarpaneva graduated from the Institute for Industrial Arts in Helsinki (now the University of Art and Design Helsinki). He participated in the 1951 Triennale di Milano, submitting an embroidered coffee cozy that confused but delighted the judges and garnered a silver medal.
Around this time, Sarpaneva began experimenting with glassblowing. He transformed the traditional wet-stick method by creating a bubble within the molten glass, allowing him to work from the inside out. In 1954, he returned to the Triennale di Milano and won his first Grand Prize.
In the 1950s, Sarpaneva was hired at the glassware company Iittala, where he became a leading glass designer. Sarpaneva even designed the company logo, which is still used today. He worked for the company for over four decades until his death in 2006 at 79.
Sarpaneva’s illustrious career earned international recognition. His honors included being named Honorary Royal Designer for Industry by the Royal Society of Arts in London in 1963. He received honorary doctorates from the Royal College of Art in London in 1967 and the University of Art and Design Helsinki in 1993.
In 2018, the Helsinki Design Museum exhibited a retrospective of “the golden boy of Finland’s Golden Age of design”.
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Creator: Timo Sarpaneva
Iittala Finland Kekkerit Set of 32 Stemware Pieces by Timo Sarpaneva Mid Century
By Timo Sarpaneva, Iittala
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Expertly crafted by renowned designer Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala Finland, this set of 32 stemware pieces includes water, wine, and cordial that combine form and function in a seamles...
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Timo Sarpaneva Glass
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Glass
A mid century modern set of four water goblets by LASIA, Finland 1960s
By Timo Sarpaneva
Located in View Park, CA
A mid century modern set of four glass water goblets designed by Timo Sarpaneva for LASIA, Finland 1960s. These glasses have a special corrugated pattern akin to almost tree bark, bu...
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1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Timo Sarpaneva Glass
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Glass
A set of four white wine glasses by LASIA, Finland mid 20th century
By Timo Sarpaneva
Located in View Park, CA
A mid century modern set of four white wine glasses designed by Timo Sarpaneva for LASIA, Finland 1960s. These glasses have a special corrugated pattern akin to almost tree bark, but...
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1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Timo Sarpaneva Glass
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Glass
Timo Sarpaneva, set of 4 champagne glasses "Archipelago" for Iittala
By Timo Sarpaneva
Located in Klintehamn, SE
Set of 4 champagne glasses from Timo Sarpaneva´s series "Arkipelago" made by Italy. The series was produced from 1980 until 1993.
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1980s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Timo Sarpaneva Glass
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Glass
Model 'I-400' Straight Bird Bottle by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala, Finland, 1956
By Timo Sarpaneva, Iittala
Located in Steenwijk, NL
A design by Timo Sarpaneva from 1956. It was in production from 1957-1966. This specific bottle is engraved "T Sarpaneva 2500".
This deep blue version is a more rare color to find an...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Timo Sarpaneva Glass
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Blown Glass
A mid century modern set of four champagne saucers by LASIA, Finland 1960s
By Timo Sarpaneva
Located in View Park, CA
A mid century modern set of four champagne saucer glasses designed by Timo Sarpaneva for LASIA, Finland 1960s. These glasses have a special corrugated pattern akin to almost tree bar...
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1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Timo Sarpaneva Glass
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Glass
Glass “Devil’s Cradle” Bowl by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala
By Timo Sarpaneva
Located in Stockholm, SE
Beautiful “Devil’s Cradle” bowl by Timo Sarpaneva, made in thick glass quality in an organic, rounded form. Two holes close to the edge. Frosted surface.
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Timo Sarpaneva Glass
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Glass
Large Venini Vase 'Kukinto', Designed by Timo Sarpaneva in 1991
By Venini, Timo Sarpaneva
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Large Venini Vase 'Kukinto', Designed by Timo Sarpaneva in 1991
A monumental vase from the Kukinto series. Designed in 1991 by Timo Sarpaneva and produced 1992 by Venini, Murano. In...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Timo Sarpaneva Glass
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Art Glass, Murano Glass
Midcentury Timo Sarpaneva Set of 3 Bird Bottles / Vases Iittala
By Timo Sarpaneva, Iittala
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
Wonderful sculptured bottled handmade in colored glass. This set in three different colors.
The bottles were produced by Iittala in 1956-1962 and designed by Timo Sarpaneva.
Fu...
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1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Timo Sarpaneva Glass
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Glass
Vintage Vase "Orkidea" by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala
By Iittala, Timo Sarpaneva
Located in Berghuelen, DE
A large vintage "Orkidea" (Orchid) vase designed by Timo Sarpameva for Iittala in 1953. Marked with incised signature 'TIMO SARPANEVA 236 / 1990' on the base. An authentic piece of F...
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Late 20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Timo Sarpaneva Glass
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Art Glass
Large Vintage Vase 'Orkidea' by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala
By Iittala, Timo Sarpaneva
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Large Vintage Vase 'Orkidea' by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala
A large vintage 'Orkidea' (Orchid) vase designed by Timo Sarpameva for Iittala in 1953. Marked with incised signature 'TIM...
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Timo Sarpaneva Glass
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Art Glass
Timo Sarpaneva, "Bird" Vases, Hand Blown Glass, Finland, 1950s
By Iittala, Timo Sarpaneva
Located in High Point, NC
A green and brown hand blown glass pair of vases, designed by Timo Sarpaneva for Ittala.
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1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Timo Sarpaneva Glass
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Blown Glass
Midcentury Collection of 3 Bird Carafes Iittala Timo Sarpaneva Finland, 1950s
By Timo Sarpaneva, Iittala
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
Nicely handcrafted art carafes produced by Iittala in 1956-1962 and designed by Timo Sarpaneva. Wonderful worked with a nice deep red and blue color with one smaller in grey / sand c...
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1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Timo Sarpaneva Glass
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Glass
"Orchidea" Sculpture by Timo Sarpaneva for Littala
By Timo Sarpaneva
Located in Soquel, CA
"Orchidea" vase by Timo Sarpaneva for Littala
Timo Sarpaneva - Crystal Art-Object "Orchidea" (Orchid), Model 3568 - Littala, Finland 1957
Clear lead crystal glass, steam blown interi...
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1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Timo Sarpaneva Glass
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Art Glass
Timo Sarpaneva Kukinto Vase
By Timo Sarpaneva
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Kukinto translates to the English botany.
A vibrant fasce floral form hand blown at Venini.
This is the largest example, signed and dated 1994.
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1990s Italian Timo Sarpaneva Glass
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Glass
Faceted Crystal "Orchid" Bud Vase by Timo Sarpaneva for littala, Finland
By Timo Sarpaneva
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Petite, Mid-Century Modern, faceted crystal "Orchid" bud vase by Timo Sarpaneva for littala, Finland.
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Timo Sarpaneva Glass
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Crystal
Timo Sarpaneva 'Finlandia' Mould Blown Glass Vase, Finland 1960s
By Iittala, Timo Sarpaneva
Located in Milan, IT
Timo Sarpaneva 'Finlandia' Mould Blown Glass vase,
Fully signed Timo Sarpaneva 3375
Finland 1960s.
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1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Timo Sarpaneva Glass
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Glass
Five Scandinavian Midcentury Blown Ice Glass Vases by Timo Sarpaneva Iittala
By Iittala, Timo Sarpaneva
Located in New York, NY
A collection of five elegant 'Ice Glass' vases by Finnish Artist, Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala.
Dimensions:
1) H 9 x 6 x 6;
2) H 6 x 4 x 4;
3) H 6 x 4.5 x 4.5;
4) Cylinder H...
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1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Timo Sarpaneva Glass
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Blown Glass
Vintage Vase "Orkidea" by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala, 1953
By Iittala, Timo Sarpaneva
Located in Berghuelen, DE
A vintage "Orkidea" (Orchid) vase designed by Timo Sarpameva for Iittala in 1953. Marked with incised signature 'timo sarpaneva 3586' on the base. An authentic piece of Finnish glass...
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Timo Sarpaneva Glass
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Art Glass
Small Vintage Vase "Orkidea" by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala
By Timo Sarpaneva, Iittala
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Small Vintage vase "Orkidea" by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala
A small vintage "Orkidea" (Orchid) vase designed by Timo Sarpameva for Iittala in 1953....
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Timo Sarpaneva Glass
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Art Glass
Scandinavian Modern Model Festivo 2140 Glasses by Timo Sarpaneva For Iiittala
By Timo Sarpaneva, Iittala
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Scandinavian Modern model Festivo 2140 glasses (6 pieces) by Timo Sarpaneva For Iittala, 1970s, glass, good vintage condition, minor wear consistent with age and use. The glass pedes...
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1970s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Timo Sarpaneva Glass
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"Kelo" Art Glass Vase
By Timo Sarpaneva, Venini
Located in New York, NY
"Kelo" Italian art glass vase by
Timo Sarpaneva for Venini & Co.
Glass, clear, black, white and red. Marked: Venini 90 Sarpaneva (engraved).
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1990s Italian Modern Timo Sarpaneva Glass
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Art Glass
Four Iittala Festivo Candlesticks, Design Timo Sarpaneva, Finland, 1980s
By Timo Sarpaneva
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Four Iittala Festivo candlesticks, design: Timo Sarpaneva,
Finland, 1980s.
Measures: 12.5 to 18 cm.
In perfect condition.
Unstamped.
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1980s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Timo Sarpaneva Glass
Timo Sarpaneva Glass Vases by Iittala in Finland
By Timo Sarpaneva
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare set of three glass vases / bird bottles / sculpture designed by Timo Sarpaneva. Produced by Iittala in Finland. Signed ‘T Sarpaneva 2509’.
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Timo Sarpaneva Glass
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Glass
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Timo Sarpaneva Festivo Candlesticks by Iittala Glass, Finland, 1967
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Timo Sarpaneva glass for sale on 1stDibs.
Timo Sarpaneva glass are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of glass and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Timo Sarpaneva glass, although gray editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original glass by Timo Sarpaneva were created in the mid-century modern style in europe during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider glass by Gunnel Nyman, Tapio Wirkkala, and Riihimäen Lasi Oy. Prices for Timo Sarpaneva glass can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $275 and can go as high as $9,800, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $1,476.