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Timo Sarpaneva Furniture

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”.

On 1stDibs, find vintage Timo Sarpaneva decorative objects, serveware, lighting and more.

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Creator: Timo Sarpaneva
Mid-Century Modern Black Enamel Pot Teak Handle Timo Sarpaneva Rosenlew Finland
Mid-Century Modern Black Enamel Pot Teak Handle Timo Sarpaneva Rosenlew Finland

Mid-Century Modern Black Enamel Pot Teak Handle Timo Sarpaneva Rosenlew Finland

$719

Mid-Century Modern Black Enamel Pot Teak Handle Timo Sarpaneva Rosenlew Finland

By Rosenlew and Co. of Finland, Timo Sarpaneva

Located in Hamburg, DE

Mid-Century Modern Black Enamel Cast Iron Pot with Teak Handle by Timo Sarpaneva for Rosenlew of Finland, 1960s Old original Version from Rosenlew of Finland !

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20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Timo Sarpaneva Furniture

Materials

Enamel, Iron

Mid-Century Modern Black Enamel Pot Teak Handle Timo Sarpaneva Rosenlew Finland
Mid-Century Modern Black Enamel Pot Teak Handle Timo Sarpaneva Rosenlew Finland

Mid-Century Modern Black Enamel Pot Teak Handle Timo Sarpaneva Rosenlew Finland

$719

Mid-Century Modern Black Enamel Pot Teak Handle Timo Sarpaneva Rosenlew Finland

By Timo Sarpaneva, Rosenlew and Co. of Finland

Located in Hamburg, DE

Mid-Century Modern Black Enamel Cast Iron Pot with Teak Handle by Timo Sarpaneva for Rosenlew of Finland, 1960s Old original Version from Rosenlew of Finland !

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20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Timo Sarpaneva Furniture

Materials

Enamel, Iron

Mid-Century Modern Large Red Enamel Pot by Timo Sarpaneva Rosenlew Finland 1960s
Mid-Century Modern Large Red Enamel Pot by Timo Sarpaneva Rosenlew Finland 1960s

Mid-Century Modern Large Red Enamel Pot by Timo Sarpaneva Rosenlew Finland 1960s

$959

Mid-Century Modern Large Red Enamel Pot by Timo Sarpaneva Rosenlew Finland 1960s

By Rosenlew and Co. of Finland, Timo Sarpaneva

Located in Hamburg, DE

Mid-Century Modern Large Red Enamel Cast Iron Pot by Timo Sarpaneva for Rosenlew of Finland, 1960s Old original Version from Rosenlew of Finland !

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20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Timo Sarpaneva Furniture

Materials

Enamel, Iron

Mid-Century Modern Red Enamel Pot Teak Handle Timo Sarpaneva Rosenlew Finland
Mid-Century Modern Red Enamel Pot Teak Handle Timo Sarpaneva Rosenlew Finland

Mid-Century Modern Red Enamel Pot Teak Handle Timo Sarpaneva Rosenlew Finland

$599

Mid-Century Modern Red Enamel Pot Teak Handle Timo Sarpaneva Rosenlew Finland

By Rosenlew and Co. of Finland, Timo Sarpaneva

Located in Hamburg, DE

Mid-Century Modern Red Enamel Cast Iron Pot with Teak Handle by Timo Sarpaneva for Rosenlew of Finland, 1960s Old original Version from Rosenlew of Finland !

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20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Timo Sarpaneva Furniture

Materials

Enamel, Iron

Mid-Century Modern Red Enamel Pot Teak Handle Timo Sarpaneva Rosenlew Finland
Mid-Century Modern Red Enamel Pot Teak Handle Timo Sarpaneva Rosenlew Finland

Mid-Century Modern Red Enamel Pot Teak Handle Timo Sarpaneva Rosenlew Finland

$719

Mid-Century Modern Red Enamel Pot Teak Handle Timo Sarpaneva Rosenlew Finland

By Rosenlew and Co. of Finland, Timo Sarpaneva

Located in Hamburg, DE

Mid-Century Modern Red Enamel Cast Iron Pot with Teak Handle by Timo Sarpaneva for Rosenlew of Finland, 1960s Old original Version from Rosenlew of Finland !

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20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Timo Sarpaneva Furniture

Materials

Enamel, Iron

Timo Sarpaneva, "Bird" Vases, Glass, Finland, 1950s
Timo Sarpaneva, "Bird" Vases, Glass, Finland, 1950s

Timo Sarpaneva, "Bird" Vases, Glass, Finland, 1950s

$1,900 / set

Timo Sarpaneva, "Bird" Vases, Glass, Finland, 1950s

By Timo Sarpaneva, Iittala

Located in High Point, NC

A green and brown hand-blown glass pair of vases, designed by Timo Sarpaneva for Ittala, 1950s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 6.18" Height x 4.25" Diameter All items ship from High ...

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1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Timo Sarpaneva Furniture

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Blown Glass

Large Vintage Vase 'Orkidea' by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala
Large Vintage Vase 'Orkidea' by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala

Large Vintage Vase 'Orkidea' by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala

$2,645

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 Furniture

Materials

Art Glass

Mid-Century Modern Large Red Enamel Pot by Timo Sarpaneva Rosenlew Finland 1960s
Mid-Century Modern Large Red Enamel Pot by Timo Sarpaneva Rosenlew Finland 1960s

Mid-Century Modern Large Red Enamel Pot by Timo Sarpaneva Rosenlew Finland 1960s

$959

Mid-Century Modern Large Red Enamel Pot by Timo Sarpaneva Rosenlew Finland 1960s

By Rosenlew and Co. of Finland, Timo Sarpaneva

Located in Hamburg, DE

Mid-Century Modern Large Red Enamel Cast Iron Pot by Timo Sarpaneva for Rosenlew of Finland, 1960s Old original Version from Rosenlew of Finland !

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20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Timo Sarpaneva Furniture

Materials

Enamel, Iron

Set of 3 Iittala Finnish Candlesticks Designed by Timo Sarpaneva
Set of 3 Iittala Finnish Candlesticks Designed by Timo Sarpaneva

Set of 3 Iittala Finnish Candlesticks Designed by Timo Sarpaneva

$240Sale Price / set|52% Off

Set of 3 Iittala Finnish Candlesticks Designed by Timo Sarpaneva

By Iittala, Timo Sarpaneva

Located in Chicago, IL

Set of 3 staggered in size Iittala candlesticks. Textured clear molded glass composed as a column with projecting bands, a flared mouth and a round base. Designed by Timo Sarpaneva f...

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1970s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Timo Sarpaneva Furniture

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Glass

Timo Sarpaneva / VASE FINLANDIA(Grey) 3356 / Iittala
Timo Sarpaneva / VASE FINLANDIA(Grey) 3356 / Iittala

Timo Sarpaneva / VASE FINLANDIA(Grey) 3356 / Iittala

$800

Timo Sarpaneva / VASE FINLANDIA(Grey) 3356 / Iittala

By Timo Sarpaneva, Iittala

Located in Shibuya-Ku, JP

The FINLANDIA series, introduced in 1964, was Timo Sarpaneva's masterpiece of the 1960s. While repeatedly exploring and experimenting with glass expression in pursuit of new techniq...

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1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Timo Sarpaneva Furniture

Materials

Art Glass, Blown Glass

Set of 9 Timo Sarpaneva "Pallo" Door Handles, Primo Oy 1960s
Set of 9 Timo Sarpaneva "Pallo" Door Handles, Primo Oy 1960s

Set of 9 Timo Sarpaneva "Pallo" Door Handles, Primo Oy 1960s

$4,317 / set

Set of 9 Timo Sarpaneva "Pallo" Door Handles, Primo Oy 1960s

By Timo Sarpaneva

Located in Helsinki, FI

A set of 9 beautiful "pallo" door handles designed by Timo Sarpaneva and manufactured by Primo Oy in Finland in the 1960s. These distinct door handles feature bright red balls ("pall...

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1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Timo Sarpaneva Furniture

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Metal

Mid-Century Modern Cast Iron Candle Holder Timo Sarpaneva Rosenlew Finland 1960s
Mid-Century Modern Cast Iron Candle Holder Timo Sarpaneva Rosenlew Finland 1960s

Mid-Century Modern Cast Iron Candle Holder Timo Sarpaneva Rosenlew Finland 1960s

$959

Mid-Century Modern Cast Iron Candle Holder Timo Sarpaneva Rosenlew Finland 1960s

By Rosenlew and Co. of Finland, Timo Sarpaneva

Located in Hamburg, DE

Mid-Century Modern Cast Iron Candle Holder by Timo Sarpaneva for Rosenlew of Finland, 1960s Old original Version from Rosenlew of Finland !

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20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Timo Sarpaneva Furniture

Materials

Iron

Vintage Vase 'Orkidea' by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala
Vintage Vase 'Orkidea' by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala

Vintage Vase 'Orkidea' by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala

$1,545

Vintage Vase 'Orkidea' by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala

By Iittala, Timo Sarpaneva

Located in Berghuelen, DE

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 si...

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1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Timo Sarpaneva Furniture

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Art Glass

Vintage Festivo Candle Sticks by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala
Vintage Festivo Candle Sticks by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala

Vintage Festivo Candle Sticks by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala

$1,325

Vintage Festivo Candle Sticks by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala

By Iittala, Timo Sarpaneva

Located in Berghuelen, DE

Vintage Festivo Candle Sticks by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala A vintage set of eight Festivo candle sticks designed by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala in 1966. A total of 8 different heigh...

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1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Timo Sarpaneva Furniture

Materials

Art Glass

Mid-Century Modern Red Enamel Pot Teak Handle Timo Sarpaneva Rosenlew Finland
Mid-Century Modern Red Enamel Pot Teak Handle Timo Sarpaneva Rosenlew Finland

Mid-Century Modern Red Enamel Pot Teak Handle Timo Sarpaneva Rosenlew Finland

$719

Mid-Century Modern Red Enamel Pot Teak Handle Timo Sarpaneva Rosenlew Finland

By Rosenlew and Co. of Finland, Timo Sarpaneva

Located in Hamburg, DE

Mid-Century Modern Red Enamel Cast Iron Pot with Teak Handle by Timo Sarpaneva for Rosenlew of Finland, 1960s Old original Version from Rosenlew of Finland !

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20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Timo Sarpaneva Furniture

Materials

Enamel, Iron

Large Pair of Marcel Crystal Candlesticks by Timo Sarpaneva for Littala
Large Pair of Marcel Crystal Candlesticks by Timo Sarpaneva for Littala

Large Pair of Marcel Crystal Candlesticks by Timo Sarpaneva for Littala

$800

Large Pair of Marcel Crystal Candlesticks by Timo Sarpaneva for Littala

By Timo Sarpaneva

Located in Danville, CA

Large Pair of Marcel crystal candlesticks by Timo Sarpaneva for Littala. Marcel, designed by Timo Sarpaneva, is one of the objects that was created for the new residence of the Presi...

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1990s Finnish Modern Timo Sarpaneva Furniture

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Crystal

Pair of Finnish Crystal Candleholders by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala
Pair of Finnish Crystal Candleholders by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala

Pair of Finnish Crystal Candleholders by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala

$800 / set

Pair of Finnish Crystal Candleholders by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala

By Iittala, Timo Sarpaneva

Located in Palm Springs, CA

A beautiful pair of Finnish crystal candleholders design by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala in 1994. Both candleholders are signed, dated and retain the Iit...

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1990s Finnish Modern Timo Sarpaneva Furniture

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Crystal

Timo Sarpaneva, Dish, Glass, Finland, 1970s
Timo Sarpaneva, Dish, Glass, Finland, 1970s

Timo Sarpaneva, Dish, Glass, Finland, 1970s

$650

Timo Sarpaneva, Dish, Glass, Finland, 1970s

By Timo Sarpaneva

Located in High Point, NC

A glass dish designed by Timo Sarpaneva and produced by Ittala, Finland, c. 1970s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 1.625" Height x 9.45" Diameter All items ship from High Point, North...

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1970s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Timo Sarpaneva Furniture

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Glass

Mid-century glass and brass table lamp by Timo Sarpaneva, Finland
Mid-century glass and brass table lamp by Timo Sarpaneva, Finland

Mid-century glass and brass table lamp by Timo Sarpaneva, Finland

$2,338

Mid-century glass and brass table lamp by Timo Sarpaneva, Finland

By Timo Sarpaneva

Located in Eindhoven, NL

Stunning and very unique table lamp model 'Arkipelago' by Finnish glass designer and sculptor Timo Sarpaneva (1926-2006) Solid mold-blown glass base with bubbles and brass elements. ...

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Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Timo Sarpaneva Furniture

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Brass

Timo Sarpaneva, "Orchid" Vase, Glass, Finland, 1950s
Timo Sarpaneva, "Orchid" Vase, Glass, Finland, 1950s

Timo Sarpaneva, "Orchid" Vase, Glass, Finland, 1950s

$1,600

Timo Sarpaneva, "Orchid" Vase, Glass, Finland, 1950s

By Timo Sarpaneva

Located in High Point, NC

Blown glass "Orchid" vase designed by Timo Sarapaneva and produced by Iittala, Finland, 1950s.

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1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Timo Sarpaneva Furniture

Materials

Blown Glass

Mid-Century Finnish Tsaikka Tea Glass by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala
Mid-Century Finnish Tsaikka Tea Glass by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala

Mid-Century Finnish Tsaikka Tea Glass by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala

$59

Mid-Century Finnish Tsaikka Tea Glass by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala

By Timo Sarpaneva

Located in Hamburg, DE

Mid-Century Finnish Tsaikka Tea Glass by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1950 to 1959 Official proof of authenticity such as vintage catalogs, designer ...

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20th Century Finnish Timo Sarpaneva Furniture

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Metal

Vintage Set of 12 Finnish Candle Holders by Timo Sarpaneva, Iittala
Vintage Set of 12 Finnish Candle Holders by Timo Sarpaneva, Iittala

Vintage Set of 12 Finnish Candle Holders by Timo Sarpaneva, Iittala

$1,700 / set

Vintage Set of 12 Finnish Candle Holders by Timo Sarpaneva, Iittala

By Timo Sarpaneva, Iittala

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A vintage Mid-Century modern set of Twelve Finnish Ljusstakar, candle holders made of hand blown molded glass, designed by Timo Sarpaneva for Festivo - Iittala, in good condition. Th...

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Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Timo Sarpaneva Furniture

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Glass

Pair of Sterling Silver Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks by Timo Sarpeneva
Pair of Sterling Silver Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks by Timo Sarpeneva

Pair of Sterling Silver Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks by Timo Sarpeneva

$950 / set

Pair of Sterling Silver Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks by Timo Sarpeneva

By Timo Sarpaneva

Located in New York, NY

Pair of Mid-Century Modern, sterling silver candlesticks, hallmarked for Stockholm, Sweden, circa 1950s, Timo Sarpeneva, maker. Each candlestick measures 2 1/4 inches high x 2 1/2 in...

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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Timo Sarpaneva Furniture

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Sterling Silver

Set of 6 Glass 'Festivo' Candlesticks by Timo Sarpaneva, Iittala, Finland, 1960s
Set of 6 Glass 'Festivo' Candlesticks by Timo Sarpaneva, Iittala, Finland, 1960s

Set of 6 Glass 'Festivo' Candlesticks by Timo Sarpaneva, Iittala, Finland, 1960s

$895 / set

Set of 6 Glass 'Festivo' Candlesticks by Timo Sarpaneva, Iittala, Finland, 1960s

By Timo Sarpaneva, Tapio Wirkkala, Iittala, Kaj Franck

Located in Malmö, SE

A set of 6 'Festivo' glass candle holders. Designed by Timo Sarpaneva 1967 and made by Iittala in Finland, 1970s. Great condition. Signed 'TS' underneath. Height: 8,3 - 18,5 cm D...

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Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Timo Sarpaneva Furniture

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Glass

Timo Sarpaneva / "AMBIENTE" TEXTILE / Tampella / 1966
Timo Sarpaneva / "AMBIENTE" TEXTILE / Tampella / 1966

Timo Sarpaneva / "AMBIENTE" TEXTILE / Tampella / 1966

$250

Timo Sarpaneva / "AMBIENTE" TEXTILE / Tampella / 1966

By Timo Sarpaneva, Tampella Design

Located in Shibuya-Ku, JP

Ambiente textiles were introduced in 1966 and produced until the 1970s. Ambiente was a revolutionary printing technique that developed from an accident, when a printing press broke d...

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1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Timo Sarpaneva Furniture

Materials

Textile, Cotton

Timo Sarpaneva / "AMBIENTE" TEXTILE / Tampella / 1966
Timo Sarpaneva / "AMBIENTE" TEXTILE / Tampella / 1966

Timo Sarpaneva / "AMBIENTE" TEXTILE / Tampella / 1966

$250

Timo Sarpaneva / "AMBIENTE" TEXTILE / Tampella / 1966

By Timo Sarpaneva, Tampella Design

Located in Shibuya-Ku, JP

Ambiente textiles were introduced in 1966 and produced until the 1970s. Ambiente was a revolutionary printing technique that developed from an accident, when a printing press broke d...

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1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Timo Sarpaneva Furniture

Materials

Textile, Cotton

1960s Scandinavian Modern Blue-Tinted Art Glass Bowl by Timo Sarpaneva, Finland
1960s Scandinavian Modern Blue-Tinted Art Glass Bowl by Timo Sarpaneva, Finland

1960s Scandinavian Modern Blue-Tinted Art Glass Bowl by Timo Sarpaneva, Finland

$1,300

1960s Scandinavian Modern Blue-Tinted Art Glass Bowl by Timo Sarpaneva, Finland

By Timo Sarpaneva

Located in North Miami, FL

1960s Scandinavian Modern blue-tinted art glass decorative bowl by Timo Sarpaneva, Finland By: Timo Sarpaneva Material: glass, art glass Technique: molded, pressed, hand-crafted Dim...

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1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Timo Sarpaneva Furniture

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Glass, Art Glass

Timo Sarpaneva / "AMBIENTE" TEXTILE / Tampella / 1966
Timo Sarpaneva / "AMBIENTE" TEXTILE / Tampella / 1966

Timo Sarpaneva / "AMBIENTE" TEXTILE / Tampella / 1966

$250

Timo Sarpaneva / "AMBIENTE" TEXTILE / Tampella / 1966

By Tampella Design, Timo Sarpaneva

Located in Shibuya-Ku, JP

Ambiente textiles were introduced in 1966 and produced until the 1970s. Ambiente was a revolutionary printing technique that developed from an accident, when a printing press broke d...

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1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Timo Sarpaneva Furniture

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Textile, Cotton

Set of Four "BOLERO" Candle Holders By Timo Sarpaneva
Set of Four "BOLERO" Candle Holders By Timo Sarpaneva

Set of Four "BOLERO" Candle Holders By Timo Sarpaneva

$700 / set

Set of Four "BOLERO" Candle Holders By Timo Sarpaneva

By Iittala, Timo Sarpaneva

Located in Palm Springs, CA

Set of four 1970’s “Bolero” candle holders by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala Findland. Measurements S-5.5” D 1.75” M- 5.5” D, H 2.75” L- 5.5”D, 3.75”H

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1970s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Timo Sarpaneva Furniture

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Blown Glass

Six Festivo Two Ring Candlesticks Designed By Timo Sarpaneva For iittala
Six Festivo Two Ring Candlesticks Designed By Timo Sarpaneva For iittala

Six Festivo Two Ring Candlesticks Designed By Timo Sarpaneva For iittala

$350 / set

Six Festivo Two Ring Candlesticks Designed By Timo Sarpaneva For iittala

By Timo Sarpaneva, Iittala

Located in Doraville, GA

Six two ring Festivo candlesticks designed by Timo Sarpaneva for IITTALA, made in Finland. The candlesticks were designed in 1966 and are still produced today. The candlesticks are ...

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1970s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Timo Sarpaneva Furniture

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Glass

Kelo by Timo Sarpaneva – Pair of Blown Glass Vases – Venini Murano
Kelo by Timo Sarpaneva – Pair of Blown Glass Vases – Venini Murano

Kelo by Timo Sarpaneva – Pair of Blown Glass Vases – Venini Murano

$11,032 / set

Kelo by Timo Sarpaneva – Pair of Blown Glass Vases – Venini Murano

By Timo Sarpaneva

Located in Uccle, BE

Pair of vases with inverted colors. For the first vase: The exterior is bright red and the interior is deep black. Between these two layers, there is a thin line of white glass, whi...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Timo Sarpaneva Furniture

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Blown Glass

Timo Sarpaneva, Table Lamp, Glass, Finland, 1969
Timo Sarpaneva, Table Lamp, Glass, Finland, 1969

Timo Sarpaneva, Table Lamp, Glass, Finland, 1969

$1,400

Timo Sarpaneva, Table Lamp, Glass, Finland, 1969

By Iittala, Timo Sarpaneva

Located in High Point, NC

A rare glass table lamp designed by Timo Sarpaneva and produced by Ittala for Lilux, Finland, 1969. Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 11” H x 6.5” Diameter Dimensions of Shade (inches): ...

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1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Timo Sarpaneva Furniture

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Glass

Red Glass Bottle / Vase by Timo Sarpaneva, 1957
Red Glass Bottle / Vase by Timo Sarpaneva, 1957

Red Glass Bottle / Vase by Timo Sarpaneva, 1957

$1,582

Red Glass Bottle / Vase by Timo Sarpaneva, 1957

By Timo Sarpaneva

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

Red Glass Bottle / Vase by Timo Sarpaneva, 1957 Additional Information: Material: Glass Style: Mid century, Scandinavian Glass bottle / vase model P...

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20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Timo Sarpaneva Furniture

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Glass

Pair of Vases by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala in Bamboo Shape Glass
Pair of Vases by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala in Bamboo Shape Glass

Pair of Vases by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala in Bamboo Shape Glass

$1,379 / set

Pair of Vases by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala in Bamboo Shape Glass

By Iittala, Timo Sarpaneva

Located in London, GB

A pair of hand blown glass vases designed in 1964 by Timo Sarpaneva (1926-2006) for Iittala, Finland. Textured glass outside with a bamboo design is achieved by mold-blown technique ...

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1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Timo Sarpaneva Furniture

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Blown Glass

Timo Sarpaneva, Iittala Finland Four Candlesticks
Timo Sarpaneva, Iittala Finland Four Candlesticks

Timo Sarpaneva, Iittala Finland Four Candlesticks

$671 / set

Timo Sarpaneva, Iittala Finland Four Candlesticks

By Iittala, Timo Sarpaneva

Located in Rijssen, NL

Textured clear molded glass. Composed as a column with projecting bands, a flared mouth and a round base. Designed by Sarpaneva for Liitala, Finland. The tallest, four-ring candle...

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1970s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Timo Sarpaneva Furniture

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Glass

Timo Sarpaneva Table Lamps Model Arkipelago for Ittala, Sweden 1960s
Timo Sarpaneva Table Lamps Model Arkipelago for Ittala, Sweden 1960s

Timo Sarpaneva Table Lamps Model Arkipelago for Ittala, Sweden 1960s

$3,597 / set

Timo Sarpaneva Table Lamps Model Arkipelago for Ittala, Sweden 1960s

By Timo Sarpaneva

Located in Paris, IDF

Timo Sarpaneva cast glass table lamps Model Arkipelago for Ittala 1960s. An impressive table lamp in solid cast glass model "Arkipelago" by Timo Sarpaneva, Finland. The base is made...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Timo Sarpaneva Furniture

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Brass

Five Scandinavian Midcentury Blown Ice Glass Vases by Timo Sarpaneva Iittala
Five Scandinavian Midcentury Blown Ice Glass Vases by Timo Sarpaneva Iittala

Five Scandinavian Midcentury Blown Ice Glass Vases by Timo Sarpaneva Iittala

$425 / item

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 Furniture

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Blown Glass

Timo Sarpaneva Orchid or Orkidea Sculptural Crystal Vessel 1987 Iittala Finland
Timo Sarpaneva Orchid or Orkidea Sculptural Crystal Vessel 1987 Iittala Finland

Timo Sarpaneva Orchid or Orkidea Sculptural Crystal Vessel 1987 Iittala Finland

$750

Timo Sarpaneva Orchid or Orkidea Sculptural Crystal Vessel 1987 Iittala Finland

By Timo Sarpaneva, Iittala

Located in Miami, FL

From Finnish Master Glassmaker Timo Sarpaneva 1926-2006, a 1987 production of the Iconic Orchid Sculptural Bud Vase in blown lead crystal. Designed in 1953 in clear crystal is meant...

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1980s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Timo Sarpaneva Furniture

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Crystal

Timo Sarpaneva Glass "Orkidea" (Orchid) Vase for Iittala, Finland, 20th Century
Timo Sarpaneva Glass "Orkidea" (Orchid) Vase for Iittala, Finland, 20th Century

Timo Sarpaneva Glass "Orkidea" (Orchid) Vase for Iittala, Finland, 20th Century

$295

Timo Sarpaneva Glass "Orkidea" (Orchid) Vase for Iittala, Finland, 20th Century

By Iittala, Timo Sarpaneva

Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA

Timo Sarpaneva Glass "Orkidea" (Orchid) Vase for Iittala, Finland, 20th Century. This piece is signed to the bottom.

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20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Timo Sarpaneva Furniture

Materials

Glass

Set of Fifteen Festivo Glass Candle Holders by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala, 1960s
Set of Fifteen Festivo Glass Candle Holders by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala, 1960s

Set of Fifteen Festivo Glass Candle Holders by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala, 1960s

$3,381 / set

Set of Fifteen Festivo Glass Candle Holders by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala, 1960s

By Iittala, Timo Sarpaneva

Located in Helsinki, FI

A substantial and visually striking set of fifteen Festivo candleholders by Finnish designer Timo Sarpaneva. The group includes various heights ranging from 8 to 31 cm, creating a sc...

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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Timo Sarpaneva Furniture

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Blown Glass

Set of 9 Timo Sarpaneva "Lasta" Door Handles in Brass, Primo Oy 1960s
Set of 9 Timo Sarpaneva "Lasta" Door Handles in Brass, Primo Oy 1960s

Set of 9 Timo Sarpaneva "Lasta" Door Handles in Brass, Primo Oy 1960s

$4,317 / set

Set of 9 Timo Sarpaneva "Lasta" Door Handles in Brass, Primo Oy 1960s

By Timo Sarpaneva

Located in Helsinki, FI

A set of beautifully patinated "Lasta" brass door handles designed by Timo Sarpaneva and manufactured by Primo Oy in Finland in the 1960s. Timo Sarpaneva was an internationally wel...

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1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Timo Sarpaneva Furniture

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Brass, Iron

Vintage Vase "Orkidea" by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala, 1953
Vintage Vase "Orkidea" by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala, 1953

Vintage Vase "Orkidea" by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala, 1953

$1,165

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 Furniture

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Art Glass

Timo Sarpaneva, set of 4 champagne glasses "Archipelago" for Iittala
Timo Sarpaneva, set of 4 champagne glasses "Archipelago" for Iittala

Timo Sarpaneva, set of 4 champagne glasses "Archipelago" for Iittala

$569 / set

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 Furniture

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Glass

Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala Set of 6 Blue Shot Glasses, Finland 1950s-1960s
Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala Set of 6 Blue Shot Glasses, Finland 1950s-1960s

Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala Set of 6 Blue Shot Glasses, Finland 1950s-1960s

$225 / set

Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala Set of 6 Blue Shot Glasses, Finland 1950s-1960s

By Timo Sarpaneva, Iittala

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Vintage set of 6 shot glasses features organic, rounded form, hand-blown in blue glass. The form is identified as shot glass i-103, part of the i-glass series designed by Timo Sarpan...

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Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Timo Sarpaneva Furniture

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Glass, Art Glass

Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala Set of 6 Purple Shot Glasses, Finland 1950s-1960s
Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala Set of 6 Purple Shot Glasses, Finland 1950s-1960s

Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala Set of 6 Purple Shot Glasses, Finland 1950s-1960s

$225 / set

Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala Set of 6 Purple Shot Glasses, Finland 1950s-1960s

By Timo Sarpaneva, Iittala

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Vintage set of 6 shot glasses features organic, rounded form, hand-blown in amethyst purple glass. The form is identified as shot glass i-103, part of the i-glass series designed by...

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Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Timo Sarpaneva Furniture

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Glass, Art Glass

Timo Sarpaneva / Iittala Collection Ice Glass Candlesticks
Timo Sarpaneva / Iittala Collection Ice Glass Candlesticks

Timo Sarpaneva / Iittala Collection Ice Glass Candlesticks

$375 / set

Timo Sarpaneva / Iittala Collection Ice Glass Candlesticks

By Timo Sarpaneva

Located in Cincinnati, OH

A set of four cast ice glass candlesticks two larger matching pair 5" H x 3" Dia. , one 3.25" H x 2.25" Dia. and one 4.75" H x 2.75" Dia. which has a small chip to the inside candle area that can't really be seen . Designed by Timo Sarpaneva and crafted by Iittala Glass...

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Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Timo Sarpaneva Furniture

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Glass

Mid-century glass and brass table lamp by Timo Sarpaneva
Mid-century glass and brass table lamp by Timo Sarpaneva

Mid-century glass and brass table lamp by Timo Sarpaneva

$2,338

Mid-century glass and brass table lamp by Timo Sarpaneva

By Timo Sarpaneva

Located in Eindhoven, NL

Very unique table lamp model 'Arkipelago' by Finnish glass designer and sculptor Timo Sarpaneva (1926-2006) Solid mold-blown glass base with bubbles and brass elements. Periode- ca. ...

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20th Century Finnish Timo Sarpaneva Furniture

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Brass

Iittala Finland Kekkerit Set of 32 Stemware Pieces by Timo Sarpaneva Mid Century
Iittala Finland Kekkerit Set of 32 Stemware Pieces by Timo Sarpaneva Mid Century

Iittala Finland Kekkerit Set of 32 Stemware Pieces by Timo Sarpaneva Mid Century

$3,180 / set

Iittala Finland Kekkerit Set of 32 Stemware Pieces by Timo Sarpaneva Mid Century

By Iittala, Timo Sarpaneva

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 Furniture

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Glass

Timo Sarpaneva Vase Iittala Jääpuikko Decanter Glass Finland 1958
Timo Sarpaneva Vase Iittala Jääpuikko Decanter Glass Finland 1958

Timo Sarpaneva Vase Iittala Jääpuikko Decanter Glass Finland 1958

$707

Timo Sarpaneva Vase Iittala Jääpuikko Decanter Glass Finland 1958

By Iittala, Timo Sarpaneva

Located in Basel, BS

Timo Sarpaneva decanter vase ‚Jääpuikko‘ (icicle) in deep blue crytsal for Iittala, made in Finland in 1958. Good condition with some scratches and minor water (lime) staining on th...

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1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Timo Sarpaneva Furniture

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Crystal

Timo Sarpaneva Large Sculptural Glass Vase Marcel Iittala Finland 20th Century
Timo Sarpaneva Large Sculptural Glass Vase Marcel Iittala Finland 20th Century

Timo Sarpaneva Large Sculptural Glass Vase Marcel Iittala Finland 20th Century

$1,300

Timo Sarpaneva Large Sculptural Glass Vase Marcel Iittala Finland 20th Century

By Iittala, Timo Sarpaneva

Located in Troy, MI

Rare largest example of the Marcel vase designed by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala Finland 1998 Biomorphic form with contrasting polished and frosted glass Etched signature to underside...

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Late 20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Timo Sarpaneva Furniture

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Glass, Art Glass

Timo Sarpaneva, set of 1960's Festivo glass candlesticks, Iittala, Finland
Timo Sarpaneva, set of 1960's Festivo glass candlesticks, Iittala, Finland

Timo Sarpaneva, set of 1960's Festivo glass candlesticks, Iittala, Finland

$2,278

Timo Sarpaneva, set of 1960's Festivo glass candlesticks, Iittala, Finland

By Iittala, Timo Sarpaneva

Located in Turku, Varsinais-Suomi

Discover the timeless elegance of Timo Sarpaneva’s 1960's Festivo glass candlesticks. Celebrated for their iconic design, these candlesticks are a hallmark of Scandinavian Vintage De...

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Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Timo Sarpaneva Furniture

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Glass

1957 Glass Vase Orchidée by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala Finland
1957 Glass Vase Orchidée by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala Finland

1957 Glass Vase Orchidée by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala Finland

$875

1957 Glass Vase Orchidée by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala Finland

By Timo Sarpaneva

Located in Chula Vista, CA

For your consideration, a vase "Orchid" by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala. FINLAND 1957. Steam blown, hand shaped glass, award winning design. Dimensions: 5.75 height x 2 diameter. Pl...

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1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Timo Sarpaneva Furniture

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Glass

Signed Purple Timo Sarpaneva Pullo Bird Bottle Glass Vase, Iittala, Finland
Signed Purple Timo Sarpaneva Pullo Bird Bottle Glass Vase, Iittala, Finland

Signed Purple Timo Sarpaneva Pullo Bird Bottle Glass Vase, Iittala, Finland

$750

Signed Purple Timo Sarpaneva Pullo Bird Bottle Glass Vase, Iittala, Finland

By Timo Sarpaneva, Iittala

Located in Vienna, AT

A beautiful art glass bottle vase or decanter, model „Pullo“ in violet from the 1950s. Designed by Timo Sarpaneva, executed by Iittala Finland. Fully signed on the bottom. In very go...

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Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Timo Sarpaneva Furniture

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Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass

"Orchidea" Sculpture by Timo Sarpaneva for Littala
"Orchidea" Sculpture by Timo Sarpaneva for Littala

"Orchidea" Sculpture by Timo Sarpaneva for Littala

$1,150

"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 Furniture

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Art Glass

Timo Sarpaneva: Kokoelma/Collection
Timo Sarpaneva: Kokoelma/Collection

Timo Sarpaneva: Kokoelma/Collection

$200

Timo Sarpaneva: Kokoelma/Collection

By Timo Sarpaneva

Located in New York, NY

Monograph on the Timo Sarpaneva collection at Designmuseo, Helsinki, a part of the Finnish Museum of Art and Design, published by the Museum in 2002. Sarpaneva (1926-2006) was a Finn...

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Early 2000s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Timo Sarpaneva Furniture

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Paper

Midcentury Collection of 3 Bird Carafes Iittala Timo Sarpaneva Finland, 1950s
Midcentury Collection of 3 Bird Carafes Iittala Timo Sarpaneva Finland, 1950s

Midcentury Collection of 3 Bird Carafes Iittala Timo Sarpaneva Finland, 1950s

$1,978 / set

Midcentury Collection of 3 Bird Carafes Iittala Timo Sarpaneva Finland, 1950s

By Iittala, Timo Sarpaneva

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 Furniture

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Glass

Midcentury Timo Sarpaneva Set of 3 Bird Bottles / Vases Iittala
Midcentury Timo Sarpaneva Set of 3 Bird Bottles / Vases Iittala

Midcentury Timo Sarpaneva Set of 3 Bird Bottles / Vases Iittala

$2,338 / set

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 Furniture

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Glass

Signed Blue Timo Sarpaneva Pullo Bird Bottle Glass Vase, Iittala, Finland, 1950s
Signed Blue Timo Sarpaneva Pullo Bird Bottle Glass Vase, Iittala, Finland, 1950s

Signed Blue Timo Sarpaneva Pullo Bird Bottle Glass Vase, Iittala, Finland, 1950s

$750

Signed Blue Timo Sarpaneva Pullo Bird Bottle Glass Vase, Iittala, Finland, 1950s

By Timo Sarpaneva, Iittala

Located in Vienna, AT

A beautiful art glass bottle vase, model „Pullo“ in blue from the 1950s. Designed by Timo Sarpaneva, executed by Iittala Finland. In good condition with marginal wear.  

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Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Timo Sarpaneva Furniture

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Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass

Set of 12 Timo Sarpaneva for iittala Finland "Kalinka" 13.5oz HighBall Glasses
Set of 12 Timo Sarpaneva for iittala Finland "Kalinka" 13.5oz HighBall Glasses

Set of 12 Timo Sarpaneva for iittala Finland "Kalinka" 13.5oz HighBall Glasses

$950 / set

Set of 12 Timo Sarpaneva for iittala Finland "Kalinka" 13.5oz HighBall Glasses

By Iittala, Timo Sarpaneva

Located in St. Louis, MO

Timo Tapani Sarpaneva (1926 – 2006) set of 12 new old stock "Kalinka" highball / beer glasses for iittala, Finland. Designed in the 1970s, feature a distinctive, thick, indented bas...

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1970s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Timo Sarpaneva Furniture

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Glass

Timo Sarpaneva furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

Timo Sarpaneva furniture 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 furniture, although gray editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 102 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 4 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original furniture 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 furniture by Kaj Franck, Nuutajärvi Notsjõ, and Kaija Aarikka. Prices for Timo Sarpaneva furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $85 and can go as high as $10,208, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $1,310.

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