Small Vintage Vase "Orkidea" by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala

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Small Vintage vase "Orkidea" by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala A small vintage "Orkidea" (Orchid) vase designed by Timo Sarpameva for Iittala in 1953. Marked with incised signature 'TIMO SARPANEVA 3568' on the base. An authentic piece of Finnish glass design of the 1950s. Awarded with a Grand Prix on the Milan Triennale in 1954. Timo Sarpaneva (1926 - 2006) was not only the artist who designed the "i" logo for Iittala. His groundbreaking work combines art with useful design. In addition to glass, Timo Sarpaneva also worked with textiles, wood, porcelain and metal. His unique industrial design helped Finland to its worldwide reputation in the design world. His artwork has been awarded the Lunning Prize and twice at the Milan Triennale. Measures: Height: 5.31" (13.5 cm) Diameter: 1.97" (5 cm) Literature Reference: Modernes Glas aus Finnland, Riihimaeki 1889, page 83 George Fischler, Barret Gould, Scandinavian Ceramics and Glass, Atglen 2000, page 125.

Creator:
Timo Sarpaneva (Designer),Iittala (Manufacturer)
Dimensions:
Height: 5.32 in (13.5 cm)Diameter: 1.97 in (5 cm)
Style:
Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
Materials and Techniques:
Art Glass,Cast,Hand-Crafted
Place of Origin:
Finland
Period:
Mid-20th Century
Date of Manufacture:
1950s
Condition:
All of our items are in very good condition. They have been utilised and therefore may show age-related traces of usage. If not mentioned in the item description they don't have defects. Feel free to contact us for a detailled condition report.
Seller Location:
Berghuelen, DE
Reference Number:
Seller: e65691stDibs: LU988730696702
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