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Liisa Hallamaa Decorative Dish, Pinkish Cream & Brown Eye Pupil, Arabia 1950s

About the Item

A truly beautiful and unique decorative ceramic dish by Finnish Designer Liisa Hallamaa for Arabia. The dish has a striking resemblance to the eye pupil with cream brownish and pinkish tones with a dark center creating the effect of it looking back at you. A stunning piece in very good condition and signed to the bottom. Liisa Hallamaa (1925-2008) was a renowned Finnish ceramic artist known for her unique and expressive work. Born in Helsinki, she graduated from the Taideteollisuuskeskuskoulu (now part of Aalto University) in 1949. Her career began at Wärtsilä Arabia porcelain factory in 1945, where she initially worked on small figurines. Hallamaa's work is characterized by her bold use of colors and large-scale vases and bowls, often made from stoneware and porcelain. She held several solo exhibitions in Finland and abroad and received numerous awards for her contributions to the field of ceramics. In 1974, she founded Alamaan Keramiikka in Mikkeli, where she continued to create both functional and decorative pieces. Her works are included in collections such as the Helsinki Design Museum's and of course in private collections .
  • Creator:
    Arabia of Finland (Manufacturer),Liisa Hallamaa (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 2.76 in (7 cm)Diameter: 12.6 in (32 cm)
  • Style:
    Scandinavian Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1950s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. The overall impression is good.
  • Seller Location:
    Helsinki, FI
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU6346243560062

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