Birger Kaipiainen was a Finnish ceramist and designer. He is one of the most successful and well-known ceramic artists in Finland.
Kaipiainen graduated from the School of Arts & Crafts (later known as the Aalto School of Arts of Helsinki). After graduation he went to work for Finnish ceramics company Arabia in 1937, and later in 1954 for their Swedish sister company Rörstrand.
Kaipiainen worked as a designer for Arabia for over fifty years. As a child he suffered from polio and was consequently unable to use a pottery wheel. It was said that his illness heightened his artistic sensitivity.
Kaipiainen was nicknamed “the king of decorators” for his nostalgic, romantic and highly decorative ceramic designs at a time when minimalism was the prevailing trend in Finnish ceramics. He is known for repeatedly using the same signature nature-inspired motifs, such as violets and curlews.
The recipient of many awards, honorary titles, and a doctorate, Kaipiainen won a Grand Prix at the Triennale di Milano in 1951 and was awarded the prestigious Pro Finlandia medal in 1963.
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(Biography provided by Connaisseurs Fine Art & Jewelry)
A Pair of Birger Kaipiainen 'Pansy' Limited Edition Table Lamps, Arabia 1980s
By Birger Kaipiainen, Arabia
Located in Helsinki, FI
A pair of limited edition table lamps designed by Birger Kaipiainen for the Stockmann 120 year anniversary in 1982. Manufactured by Arabia OY in Finland. A very nice pair in impeccab...
Ceramic, Fabric
Arabia, Table Lamp, Glazed and Incised Stoneware, Finland, 1950s
By Arabia
Located in High Point, NC
A green glazed and incised stoneware table lamp, produced by Arabia, Finland, c. 1950s.
Stoneware
$2,404
H 23.63 in Dm 10.63 in
Wheel-Turned Ceramic Table Lamp by Annikki Hovisaari, Arabia, Finland, 1960s
By Arabia, Annikki Hovisaari
Located in Karis, Nyland
A wheel-turned ceramic table lamp designed by Annikki Hovisaari for Arabia, Finland, dating from the 1960s. The lamp features a tall, cylindrical stoneware base with a simple, well-b...
Brass
Toini Muona Ceramic Glazed Table Lamp, Arabia, 1950s
By Arabia, Toini Muona
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Toini Muona ceramic glazed table lamp, manufactured by Arabia, 1950s. Wicker shade, brass details. Marked. Good vintage condition, minor patina consistent with age and use. Toini M...
Brass
Pair of 1980s Murano Glass Table Lamps vintage design
Located in Palermo, PA
A beautiful pair of Murano glass table lamps from the 1980s, showcasing playful design and fine craftsmanship. The lamps are made of hand-blown Murano glass and are sold as a matchin...
Metal
Ceramic Table Lamp by Toini Muona for Arabia, Finland, 1950s
By Arabia, Toini Muona
Located in Karis, Nyland
This ceramic table lamp features a tall, organic form glazed in deep forest green. The surface is decorated with small, hand-applied circular motifs that add a quiet graphic rhythm t...
Ceramic
$1,548
H 22.64 in W 10.04 in D 6.3 in
Golden limited edition. Table lamp by Jorge Pensi for B-Lux, Spain, 1980s
By Jorge Pensi
Located in SANT ADRIÀ DE BESÒS, ES
Post-Modern and Hollywood Regency style table lamp designed by Jorge Pensi for the Spanish brand B-Lux, 1980s. Made of polished injected aluminum, and chrome plated in gold. The shad...
Metal, Aluminum, Brass, Chrome
Pair of Vintage Table Lamps, Italy, 1980s
Located in Montecalvoli, IT
Vintage Pair Table Lamps – white Metal with Rattan Shades, Golden Details - Hollywood Regency, Italy 1980s - Home Decor, Bedside Lamps, Gift Embrace the retro charm of the 80s with ...
Metal
$995Sale Price / set|50% Off
H 23 in W 5.75 in D 5.75 in
1980s Pair of Telescopic Halogen Table Lamp, Italy
By Luxo, Ferdinand A. Porsche
Located in St- Leonard, Quebec
Pair of playfull and versatile Italian telescopic halogen table lamp . Rotate in any direction on base . Car antena fully enclose in base . 23 inches fully extended . Shade flap up and down and rotate a full 360 degree. Use 2 pin 35 watt halogen bulb. Use regular North American wall plug...
Steel
Pair of 1980s Black Table Lamps with Metallic Accents
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Pair of big table lamps made of black enameled metal with polished details such as the feet and necks of the lamps.
Metal
Pair of Post-Modern Artichoke Table Lamps 1980s
By Laurel Lamp Company, Jonathan Adler
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful and sculptural set of ceramic artichoke lamps. Although post-modern in essence, these lamps resonate with a variety of styles from modernist, coastal to organic modern. T...
Ceramic
Murano Table Lamp, 1980s
Located in Brussel, BE
Table lamps made of beautifully crafted white & clear Murano glass lampshade with a black trim on a black base. Made in Venice, Italy, in the style of F. Fabbian or Zonca in the 1980...
Metal
Pair of 1980s Chrome Ball Lamps
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A chic pair of 1980s chrome ball lamps. Double sockets, excellent quality, labeled Norman Perry Lamp Co. Shades for display only.
Chrome