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Tapio Wirkkala Decorative Objects

Finnish, 1915-1985

Along with architect Alvar Aalto, the designer Tapio Wirkkala was Finland’s leading contributor to the Scandinavian interpretation of modernism in the mid-20th century. Prolific and innovative, Wirkkala excelled in a wide range of fields, including glass, furniture, porcelain, jewelry and tableware. The hallmark of his talent was an ability to impart a craft aesthetic based on natural forms — leaves, ice, bubbles, birds — to industrially produced designs.

A native of Helsinki, Wirkkala studied at the national School of Applied Arts and took up a career in graphic design. After serving in the Finnish army during World War II, he joined the glassmaking firm Iittala, an association that would continue to the end of his life. Wirkkala learned every aspect of glassmaking in keeping with his belief that an artist-designer should be involved in all stages of production. His best-known works for Iittala are vases and drinking vessels that resemble either carved ice or icicles. In 1956, Wirkkala began a long relationship with the porcelain maker Rosenthal, for whom he designed elegant table pieces, such as the Finlandia coffee service and the biomorphic Pollo vases. 

House Beautiful magazine declared Wirkkala’s Leaf platter the “most beautiful object” of 1951. (The acclaim led to his brief employment stint with industrial designer Raymond Loewy in New York.) That platter was one of the first designs Wirkkala made using laminated sheets of plywood sanded to a smooth surface that resembles an abstract leaf. It would go on to become a motif in many Wirkkala furniture pieces — most notably in inlaid coffee tables for Asko — and in a sense these are the works most emblematic of his personal aesthetic.

Wirkkala was a traditionalist in many ways, but he had a modernist’s practical approach, incorporating his leaf-like spirals into simple, functional objects. That is the core attraction of Wirkkala’s designs: They stand out with a striking, sculptural energy yet blend in as part of a warm and comfortable decor.

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Creator: Tapio Wirkkala
Dish Designed by Tapio Wirkkala, Finland, 1950s
By Tapio Wirkkala
Located in Stockholm, SE
Dish designed by Tapio Wirkkala, Finland, 1950s. Laminated birch. Signed. Dimensions: W: 19.4 cm/ 7 2/3" L: 36.7 cm/ 14 1/2" Tapio Wirkkala (1915-1985) can be described as one of the icons of Finnish design and a symbol of the international success of post-war Finnish design. Tapio Wirkkala studied sculpture at the Helsinki Central School of Industrial Design from 1933 until 1936, but he was also a self-studied artist in many areas, including glass design. His success as a glass artist began in 1946 when he designed one of his most famous works, the Kantarelli vase, for Iittala. Wirkkala gained worldwide success in 1951 at the Milan Triennial, where he received three Grand Prix awards: for the exhibition architecture, glass design and wooden sculptures. Tapio Wirkkala felt a deep relationship with nature and his absolute favourite spot was located in Finland's deepest forests. From the beautiful landscape, Tapio Wirkkala could find inspiration for his works, often characterised by organic shapes. Leaves, birds, ice and water are recurring themes in his design. Tapio Wirkkala was also a furniture designer and a sculptor. He started his career as a sculptor in the 1930s but abandoned the traditional sculpture in the post-war years – in the early 1950s, alongside with other works, he started to develop an entirely new relationship with sculpture and a new technique to be used. The result was a series of unique plywood sculptures which combined form and movement in the vibrant, densely lineated surface of plywood. Wirkkala’s sculptures represented exceptional abstractism and gave Finnish sculpture...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Tapio Wirkkala Decorative Objects

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Birch

1960s Tapio Wirkkala for Rosenthal Glass Candleholder Set
By Tapio Wirkkala
Located in Chula Vista, CA
AMBIANIC presents Tapio Wirkkala Finnish designer for Rosenthal Germany Rosenthal Glass Candleholders 3.5 h x 5 diameter Original preowned vintage Refer to images
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Tapio Wirkkala Decorative Objects

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Art Glass

Rosenthal Vintage Wirkkala Ceramic Sculptural Do Not Litter Paper Bags Set of 3
By Rosenthal, Tapio Wirkkala
Located in North Miami, FL
This vintage set of 3 complete white glazed ceramic crushed bags of white porcelain were manufactured by Rosenthal and designed by Tapio Wirkkala in the 1970s. They are called " The ...
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1970s German Modern Vintage Tapio Wirkkala Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

SIlver Tapio Wirkkala bowl TW 282
By Tapio Wirkkala
Located in Toronto, Ontario
A beautiful handmade to order solid silver bowl by Tapio Wirkkala for Kultakeskus .
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1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Tapio Wirkkala Decorative Objects

Tapio Wirkkala Paper Bag Vase Brown Porcelain by Rosenthal Studio Line Germany
By Rosenthal, Tapio Wirkkala
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
This early brown paper bag shaped vase of the "Do not litter" collection designed by Tapio Wirkkala for Rosenthal studio-line is an iconic piece of mid-century modern design. It was ...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Tapio Wirkkala Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Glass Vase Sointu by Tapio Wirkkala for Iittala
By Tapio Wirkkala
Located in Vienna, AT
Hand blown midcentury clear vase designed by Tapio Wirkkala in the 1960s for Iittala.
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1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Tapio Wirkkala Decorative Objects

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Art Glass

Tapio Wirkkala, Vase, Blown Glass, Finland, 1950s
By Ittala, Tapio Wirkkala
Located in High Point, NC
A blown glass vase designed by Tapio Wirkkala and produced by Iittala, Finland, c. 1950s.
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Tapio Wirkkala Decorative Objects

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Blown Glass

Tapio Wirkkala for Iittala Kalvolan Kanto Vase
By Tapio Wirkkala
Located in New York, NY
Signed Tapio "Wirkkala 3241" for Iittala glass vase. Classic form, retains original label. Perfect condition, nice vintage example.
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1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tapio Wirkkala Decorative Objects

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Art Glass

Kantarelli Art Glass Vase by Tapio Wirkkala for Iittala, 1951
By Iittala, Tapio Wirkkala
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Kantarelli Art glass vase by Tapio Wirkkala for Iittala, 1951 A large vintage 'Kantarelli' (chantertelle) vase designed by Tapio Wirkkala for Iittala Glassworks in 1951. Mold blown ...
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Tapio Wirkkala Decorative Objects

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Art Glass

A Rare "Coreani" GLASS VASE by TAPIO WIRKKALA, VENINI MURANO, Italy, 1970
By Tapio Wirkkala
Located in PARIS, FR
A large model of the "Coreani" vase by Tapio Wirkkala, Venini Murano, Italy 1970. This beautiful piece in blown glass in the tones of watery green and blue sky, is acid signed Venini...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tapio Wirkkala Decorative Objects

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Blown Glass

Vintage Art Glass Vase by Tapio Wirkkala for Iittala 1950s
By Iittala, Tapio Wirkkala
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Vintage Art Glass Vase by Tapio Wirkkala for Iittala 1950s A vintage art glass vase designed by Tapio Wirkkala for Iittala Glassworks in the 1950s. Mold blown crystal clear glass wi...
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1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tapio Wirkkala Decorative Objects

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Art Glass

Venini Piatto Di Tapio Plate in Red & Aquamarine by Tapio Wirkkala
By Tapio Wirkkala, Venini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Venini Piatto Di Tapio in red/aquamarine by Tapio Wirkkala. Numbered Edition for year. “Piatto di Tapio” blown plate with thick handmade center, realized with the “incalmo” technique...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Tapio Wirkkala Decorative Objects

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Glass

2 boxes and a vase by tapio wirkkala for rosenthal studio line
By Rosenthal, Tapio Wirkkala
Located in Munich, DE
beautiful set of 3 tapio wirkkala porcelain pieces for studio line / rosenthal. 1 vase 6cm diameter + 16cm high. 2 boxes with lid. one 11cm diameter + 16cm high - the other 19cm diam...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tapio Wirkkala Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Paper Bag Ceramic Vase by Tapio Wirkkala for Rosenthal
By Tapio Wirkkala, Rosenthal
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
A fantastic ceramic vase by Tapio Wirkkala for Rosenthal, which is truly an iconic piece of Finnish design. It was designed in 1970s and probably produced in the 90s. The internal p...
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1970s Finnish Post-Modern Vintage Tapio Wirkkala Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

Two Early Vessel Designs by Tapio Wirkkala for Iittala
By Tapio Wirkkala
Located in San Mateo, CA
Two early designs by Tapio Wirkkala for Iittala of Finland. These consist of a vase model number 3287 and a bowl model number 5023. They first appeared in the Iittala catalog in 1948...
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Tapio Wirkkala Decorative Objects

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Glass

Paper Bag Ceramic Vase by Tapio Wirkkala for Rosenthal
By Rosenthal, Tapio Wirkkala
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
A fantastic ceramic vase by Tapio Wirkkala for Rosenthal, which is truly an iconic piece of Finnish design. It was designed in 1970s and probably produced in the 90s. The internal p...
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1970s Finnish Post-Modern Vintage Tapio Wirkkala Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

1960's Large Scandinavian Stellaria Glass Bowl by Tapio Wirkkala Finland
By Tapio Wirkkala
Located in Wayne, NJ
A gorgeous textured glass bowl from the "Stellaria" series by Tapio Wirkkala for Iittala of Finland. Modeled #3450 and featuring Tapio's Classic "i...
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1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Tapio Wirkkala Decorative Objects

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Glass

Murano Glass Bottle with Stopper by Tapio Wirkkala for Venini
By Venini, Tapio Wirkkala
Located in Milan, Italy
Murano glass bottle designed by Tapio Wirkkala and produced by Venini. Signed and with original label. Biography Tapio Wirkkala (1915-1985) became famous in the early 1950s, Followi...
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1980s Italian Modern Vintage Tapio Wirkkala Decorative Objects

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Murano Glass

Bolle Vase in Straw-Yellow and Grass Green by Tapio Wirkkala
By Tapio Wirkkala, Venini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Perfection lies in the middle, striking the perfect balance. A vase turns into a bottle for Tapio Wirkkala. Straw Yellow and Apple Green. Two distinct spaces of colour that blend tog...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Tapio Wirkkala Decorative Objects

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Glass

A Variety of Line Engraved Art Glass Objects by Tapio Wirkkala, Iittala, 1950s
By Iittala, Tapio Wirkkala
Located in Helsinki, FI
Tapio Wirkkala designed a huge variety of these art glass objects in a number of different sizes. The motifs were mostly from nature as mushrooms or sea shells or a foals leg, and so...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Tapio Wirkkala Decorative Objects

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Blown Glass

Bolle Vase in Grass Green, Amber-Yellow and Violet by Tapio Wirkkala
By Venini, Tapio Wirkkala
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A vase turns into a bottle for Tapio Wirkkala. Apple green, yellow and purple. Three distinct spaces of colour that blend together thanks to the "Incalmo" technique, a process by whi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Tapio Wirkkala Decorative Objects

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Glass

Set of 8 Tapio Wirkkala Trumpet Candle Holders In Silver, Kultakeskus Oy, 1980s
By Tapio Wirkkala, Kultakeskus Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
A set of 8 candle holders designed by Tapio Wirkkala, and manufactured by Kultakeskus Oy back in the 1980s. All pieces are authentic and come with a plethera of stamps and markings, ...
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1980s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Tapio Wirkkala Decorative Objects

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Silver

Bronze bowls by Tapio Wirkkala Models 446-448, Kultakeskus 1970s
By Tapio Wirkkala, Kultakeskus Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
Tapio Wirkkala designed a large number of items fo Kultakeskus OY. Materials ranged from silver to bronze and other metals. This particular model was introduced in 1971 in a number of different sizes ranging from 160-290 mm. 48 pieces of these were given in 1978 World Champions sky competition in Lahti, Finland. This was also officially introduced in an exhibition in London in 1972. This design is of course very functional as well, since these bowls can be used for a variety of reasons, such as fruit bowls and so on. These 2 pieces came from the same household, so they sustain similar patina, since they aged in the same surroundings. The measures 25x8 cm are for the bigger bowl.. The smaller one is 16x7 cm. The bigger bowl has beautiful darker beauty marks or vintage spots 🙂 that only come with age and use, refer to pictures please. Rarely does a designer command such an expansive talent and career as Wirkkala did. Inspired by nature and armed with exceptional understanding of geomety and ratios, his designs literally shaped much of our daily lives. Designs ranging from daily items such as money...
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1970s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Tapio Wirkkala Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Tapio Wirkkala Polipo Venini Plate Murano Sculpture, 1990
By Tapio Wirkkala, Venini
Located in Paris, IDF
Rare beautiful Tapio Wirkkala “Polipo” plate for Venini, from the serie “Piatti di Tapio” signed and dated Venini TW 90 on the back, made of Murano glass using Incalmo technique. The...
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1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Tapio Wirkkala Decorative Objects

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Murano Glass

Murano 'Coreano' Vase by Tapio Wirkkala for Venini, 1966
By Tapio Wirkkala
Located in London, GB
Murano 'Coreano' vase by Tapio Wirkkala for Venini, 1966 A Murano glass 'Korean' vase with bands of blue and green, 1966. Additional Information: Material: Glass Signed 'Veni...
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20th Century Italian Tapio Wirkkala Decorative Objects

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Glass

Tapio Wirkkala "Iceberg" Vase 3825
By Tapio Wirkkala
Located in Toronto, Ontario
The iconic "Iceberg" vase by Tapio Wirkkala for Iittala, Finland. This vase is an incredibly heavy still-mould blown solid crystal piece. Created by the Finnish master to resemb...
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1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tapio Wirkkala Decorative Objects

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Crystal

Vase by Tapio Wirkkala, Finland, Scandinavian Midcentury Design, "Kantarelli"
By Tapio Wirkkala
Located in New York, NY
Vase by Tapio Wirkkala, one of the most famous designers in Scandinavia. The vase is signed. It is hand blown. This is the small vase of the group "Kantarelli". The vase is produced ...
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20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Tapio Wirkkala Decorative Objects

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Blown Glass

Tapio Wirkkala, Rare "Piatto di tiapo", 1970
By Tapio Wirkkala
Located in Paris, FR
Tapio Wirkkala Very rare 'Piatto di tiapo' Plate, c. 1970 Venini, glass, cream and blue. Unique Exemplar. Signed : Venini and Wirkkala Measure: D : 49.5 cm (19.27") Overall very...
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1970s Finnish Post-Modern Vintage Tapio Wirkkala Decorative Objects

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Glass

Venini Piatto Di Tapio Plate in Gray and Aquamarine by Tapio Wirkkala
By Venini, Tapio Wirkkala
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Venini Piatto Di Tapio in gray/aquamarine by Tapio Wirkkala. Numbered Edition for year. “Piatto di Tapio” blown plate with thick handmade center, realized with the “incalmo” techniqu...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Tapio Wirkkala Decorative Objects

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Glass

Unusual Pair Danish Modern Candlesticks by Tapio Wirkkala . Original Purple
By Tapio Wirkkala
Located in Buffalo, NY
Unusual Pair Danish Modern Candlesticks by Tapio Wirkkala . Original paint , finish / patina,, Retains original label. Great color and form.
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Tapio Wirkkala Decorative Objects

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Wood

Abstract Art Glass Vide-Poche Dish by Tapio Wirkkala, Finland, circa 1970s
By Iittala, Tapio Wirkkala
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Mid-Century Modern large blown glass dish with abstract design. The square dish is comprised of heavyset glass with sculptural pointed corners and a faceted base with ice glass or ic...
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1970s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tapio Wirkkala Decorative Objects

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Art Glass, Blown Glass

Early Tapio Wirkkala "Winter Journey" Tall White Porcelain Vase
By Rosenthal, Rut Bryk, Tapio Wirkkala
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Tall Tapio Wirkkala, Rut Bryk "Winterreise" White Porcelain Vase for Rosenthal. Circa 1980. Featuring a flared polygonal column form on 3.75D base with winter landscape Black line d...
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1980s German Scandinavian Modern Vintage Tapio Wirkkala Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Vase Tapio Wirkkala for Venini Attributable, in Blown Lattimio Murano Glass, Set
By Tapio Wirkkala
Located in Vigonza, Padua
They can be sold separately Midcentury set of two vases Tapio Wirkkala for Venini attributable in blown Lattimio Murano glass. About Tapio Wirkkala: Designed in 1968 by Tapio Wirkk...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tapio Wirkkala Decorative Objects

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Murano Glass

Tapio Wirkkala Commissioned Cigar Box In Silver and Teak, 1970s
By Tapio Wirkkala
Located in Helsinki, FI
Very rare and unique cigar box in teak and silver. Designed by Tapio Wirkkala. Very sleak and elegant piece for someone who appreciates the "finer things" in life. The item is mark...
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1970s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tapio Wirkkala Decorative Objects

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Silver

Tapio Wirkkala for Iittala. Finnish design. Clear art glass vase
By Tapio Wirkkala
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Tapio Wirkkala for Iittala. Finnish design. Clear art glass vase with engraved decoration in the form of stripes. Signed Tapio Wirkkala Iittala. Measures : 10,5 cm. In perfect con...
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Tapio Wirkkala Decorative Objects

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Art Glass

Tapio Wirkkala Spiral Silver Dish model 143, Kultakeskus Hämeenlinna, 1973
By Tapio Wirkkala, Kultakeskus Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
A beautiful decorative dish in silver, designed by Tapio Wirkkala and manufactured by Kultakeskus Oy in 1973 Finland. This piece is documented in Tapio Wirkkala's book and the model ...
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1970s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Tapio Wirkkala Decorative Objects

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Silver

Set Vases Tapio Wirkkala for Venini attributable in blown Lattimio Murano Glass
By Tapio Wirkkala
Located in Vigonza, Padua
They can be sold separately Mid Century set of two Vases Tapio Wirkkala for Venini attributable in blown Lattimio Murano Glass , Designed in 1968 by Tapio Wirkkala, these bottles...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tapio Wirkkala Decorative Objects

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Murano Glass

Set of Vases Tapio Wirkkala for Venini Attributable in Blown Black Murano Glass
By Tapio Wirkkala
Located in Vigonza, Padua
They can be sold separately Mid-Century Modern set vases Tapio Wirkkala for Venini attributable in blown black Murano glass. About: Designed in 1968 by Tapio Wirkkala, these bottles...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tapio Wirkkala Decorative Objects

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Murano Glass

Set Of Three Different Size Tapio Wirkkala Bronze Bowls, Kultakeskus Oy 1970s
By Tapio Wirkkala, Kultakeskus Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
Tapio Wirkkala designed a large number of items for Kultakeskus OY. Materials ranged from silver to bronze and other metals. This particular model was introduced in 1971 in a number ...
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1970s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Tapio Wirkkala Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Set of 2 Abstract Op Art Vase Tapio Wirkkala Rosenthal Studio Line Germany 1980s
By Rosenthal, Tapio Wirkkala
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Op Art porcelain vase set of 2 Producer: Rosenthal, Germany Designer: Tapio Wirkkala Decade: 1980s This original vintage Op Art vase ...
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Late 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Tapio Wirkkala Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Porcelain Paper Bag Vase by Tapio Wirkkala for Rosenthal, 2000s
By Tapio Wirkkala
Located in Hamburg, DE
Porcelain Paper Bag Vase by Tapio Wirkkala for Rosenthal, 2000s, in Very Good conditions. Designed from 2000 This piece has an attribution mark. Additional information: Materials: C...
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20th Century German Post-Modern Tapio Wirkkala Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

21st Century Bolle Vase in Amber Yellow/Apple Green/Violet by Tapio Wirkkala
By Venini, Tapio Wirkkala
Located in murano, IT
A vase turns into a bottle for Tapio Wirkkala. Apple Green, Yellow and Purple. Three distinct spaces of colour that blend together thanks to the "Incalmo" technique, a process by whi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Tapio Wirkkala Decorative Objects

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Glass

21st Century Bolle Glass Vase in Apple Green/Straw-Yellow by Tapio Wirkkala
By Venini, Tapio Wirkkala
Located in murano, IT
Perfection lies in the middle, striking the perfect balance. A vase turns into a bottle for Tapio Wirkkala. Straw Yellow and Apple Green. Two distinct spaces of colour that blend tog...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Tapio Wirkkala Decorative Objects

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Glass

A blue and clear glass vase. by Tapio Wirkkala
By Tapio Wirkkala
Located in San Francisco, CA
A blue and clear glass vase. Signed Tapio Wirkkala -3581. In production from 1960 to 1970.
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1960s Finnish Modern Vintage Tapio Wirkkala Decorative Objects

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Glass

Tapio Wirkkala red Vase
By Tapio Wirkkala
Located in Collonge-Bellerive, GE
Tapio Wirkkala (1915-1985) was a renowned Finnish designer and sculptor known for his contributions to the world of design, particularly in glass and ceramic works. Tapio Wirkkala ...
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1990s Tapio Wirkkala Decorative Objects

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Blown Glass

Tapio Wirkkala Large Iittala Glass Vase
By Tapio Wirkkala
Located in Sharon, CT
The largest version of this famous form. Opaque white and clear glass. Measures: 35 cm. (13 3/4")
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Tapio Wirkkala Decorative Objects

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Glass

Tapio Wirkkala Glass Leaf "Lehti" Bowl Collection - Includes 3 Finland 1960s
By Tapio Wirkkala
Located in Dallas, TX
This exquisite collection features three art glass leaf bowls by renowned Finnish designer Tapio Wirkkala, created for Iittala—a testament to mid-century Scandinavian artistry. Each ...
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Tapio Wirkkala Decorative Objects

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Art Glass

Vintage Venini Egg Designed by Tapio Wirkkala
By Tapio Wirkkala
Located in Doraville, GA
A vintage transparent glass egg with a gold leaf yoke. Tapio Wirkkala was well know by Venini since the 1950s due to Wirkkala's inclusion in the Venice Biennale's, Wirkkala joined Venini in 1964, the egg was designed in 1968 and manufactured until sometime after this date. The egg was illustrated in the 1969 Venini catalog, page 16...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tapio Wirkkala Decorative Objects

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Gold Leaf

Vintage Murano Glass Bowl by Tapio Wirkkala for Venini, 1980s signed
By Tapio Wirkkala, Venini
Located in Milano, IT
Murano glass bowl designed by Tapio Wirkkala for the fine Italian manufacturer Venini in the 1980s. The vase is part of the "Coreani" series. The workmanship is particular, in tran...
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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tapio Wirkkala Decorative Objects

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Murano Glass

'Karelia' Porcelain Leaf-Pattern Dish by Tapio Wirkkala for Rosenthal, 1970s
By Tapio Wirkkala, Rosenthal
Located in London, GB
Tapio Wirkkala for Rosenthal, c. 1970 ‘Karelia’ leaf-pattern dish White porcelain Very good condition with only very minor marks Dimensions, approx..: lenght 28cm, width 9cm...
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1970s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tapio Wirkkala Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

Tapio Wirkkala Glass Vase Produced by Iittala in Finland
By Tapio Wirkkala
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare glass vase designed by Tapio Wirkkala. Produced by Iittala in Finland.
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Tapio Wirkkala Decorative Objects

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Glass

Tapio Wirkkala for Venini Large Hand-Blown Glass Charger 1966 'Signed'
By Tapio Wirkkala, Venini
Located in New York, NY
Large hand-blown glass charger with mezza filigrana and white glass center by Tapio Wirkkala for Venini, Murano Italy, 1966 (signed on bottom “Venini Italia TW”). Tapio Wirkkala was one of the most important Finnish mid-century designers. He collaborated with Venini to make unique glass art pieces. Reference: Venini Catalogue...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tapio Wirkkala Decorative Objects

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Murano Glass

Vase Designed by Tapio Wirkkala, Kultakeskus OY, Hämeenlinna, Finland, 1973
By Tapio Wirkkala
Located in Stockholm, SE
Vase designed by the great artist Tapio Wirkkala, Kultakeskus OY, Hämeenlinna, Finland, 1973. Made in sterling silver. Irregular shape. Stamped, monogram signed. Swedish import stamp...
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1970s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Tapio Wirkkala Decorative Objects

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Sterling Silver

21st Century Bolle Glass Vase in Améthyste / Grey by Tapio Wirkkala
By Venini, Tapio Wirkkala
Located in murano, IT
A vase turns into a graceful bottle. Grey meets Amethyst. Two distinct spaces of colour created by Tapio Wirkkala that blend together thanks to the "Incalmo" technique, a process by ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Tapio Wirkkala Decorative Objects

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Glass

21st Century Piatto Di Tapio Plate in Aquamarine/Grey by Tapio Wirkkala
By Venini, Tapio Wirkkala
Located in murano, IT
Tapio Wirkkala pays homage to his beloved land: thanks to the "Incalmo" technique, he turns glass into water and ice, shaping it from joyful memories, special moments and the nature ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Tapio Wirkkala Decorative Objects

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Glass

Tapio Wirkkala Glass Vase Model Kantarelli, Produced by Iittala in Finland
By Tapio Wirkkala
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare Kantarelli glass vase designed by Tapio Wirkkala. Produced by Iittala in Finland.
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Tapio Wirkkala Decorative Objects

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Glass

Tapio Wirkkala Vases, Marmora 3544
By Tapio Wirkkala
Located in Hyvinkää, FI
Tapio Wirkkala’s Marmora 3544 vase, designed by the renowned Finnish designer Tapio Wirkkala, is a stunning piece from the 1960s. This vase, produced by Iittala between 1967 and 1983...
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Mid-19th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Antique Tapio Wirkkala Decorative Objects

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Glass

Tapio Wirkkala Finland circa 1970 glass with bubbles bowl.
By Tapio Wirkkala
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Incredible Tapio Wirkkala finland blue and green glass circa 1970 bowl with bubbles.
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1970s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tapio Wirkkala Decorative Objects

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Glass

Tapio Wirkkala decorative objects for sale on 1stDibs.

Tapio Wirkkala decorative objects 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 Tapio Wirkkala decorative objects, although gray editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 146 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 15 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original decorative objects by Tapio Wirkkala 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 decorative objects by Timo Sarpaneva, Kaj Franck, and Alvar Aalto. Prices for Tapio Wirkkala decorative objects can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $57 and can go as high as $29,650, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $1,800.

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