A rare set of both sizes crystal Art-object, model 3561 – Iittala, Finland circa 1955 by Tapio Wirkkala
A rare set of both sizes crystal Art-object, model 3561 – Iittala, Finland circa 1955 by Tapio Wirkkala
A rare set of both sizes crystal Art-object, model 3561 – Iittala, Finland circa 1955 by Tapio Wirkkala
A rare set of both sizes crystal Art-object, model 3561 – Iittala, Finland circa 1955 by Tapio Wirkkala
A rare set of both sizes crystal Art-object, model 3561 – Iittala, Finland circa 1955 by Tapio Wirkkala
A rare set of both sizes crystal Art-object, model 3561 – Iittala, Finland circa 1955 by Tapio Wirkkala
A rare set of both sizes crystal Art-object, model 3561 – Iittala, Finland circa 1955 by Tapio Wirkkala
A rare set of both sizes crystal Art-object, model 3561 – Iittala, Finland circa 1955 by Tapio Wirkkala
A rare set of both sizes crystal Art-object, model 3561 – Iittala, Finland circa 1955 by Tapio Wirkkala
A rare set of both sizes crystal Art-object, model 3561 – Iittala, Finland circa 1955 by Tapio Wirkkala
A rare set of both sizes crystal Art-object, model 3561 – Iittala, Finland circa 1955 by Tapio Wirkkala
A rare set of both sizes crystal Art-object, model 3561 – Iittala, Finland circa 1955 by Tapio Wirkkala

A rare set of both sizes crystal Art-object, model 3561 – Iittala, Finland circa 1955 1954 - 1955

Tapio Wirkkala

StampaCristalloincisionePietra preziosa
35 ⨯ 7 ⨯ 7 cm
ConditionGood
€ 3.375

Van Kerkhoff Art

  • A proposito di opere d'arte
    Two turned mold-blown crystal Art-object with vertical cut lines. These Art-objects are model 3561 in the oeuvre of Tapio Wirkkala. It was designed in 1954 and handmade by the craftsmen at the Iittala glassworks in Finland in 1954 or 1955.

    The inspiration for this model – like most of Wirkkala’s designs – came from Nature. Like the “Cantharel” and “Boletus” – designed by Wirkkala in the same period – this model resembles a wild mushroom.

    These art-objects were made in two sizes and only for a very short time: from 1954-1955. This therefor being a rare complete set of both sizes. They are signed in diamondpen underneath the base: Tapio Wirkkala – Iittala. The largest one is also dated (1955).

    Condition
    These art-object are in good vintage condition. Some minor scratches underneath the base consistent with age and use. One minute "fleabite" on the largest vase. No cracks or chips.

    Literature
    Marianne Aav, Tapio Wirkkala eye, hand and thought: p. 304

    Dimensions
    Largest size
    Height 35 cm
    Width 7,6 cm
    Depth 7,1 cm
    Weight 1233 grams

    Smallest size
    Height 26 cm
    Width 7.5 cm
    Depth 6.2 cm
    Weight 731 grams





    About Tapio Wirkkala
    Tapio Wirkkala (1915 Hanko, Finland – 1985 Helsinki, Finland) A giant of Finnish design, Wirkkala was an artist of great diversity for whom no material was alien and who left no area of design unexplored.

    A glass design competition held by the Iittala glassworks in 1946 was the event that set his career in motion; the first prize went jointly to Wirkkala and Kaj Franck.

    With an oeuvre that ranges from exceptionally beautiful pieces of glass art to industrial design in the form of beer bottles and banknotes, Wirkkala also designed jewellery, sculptures, and furniture.

    The recipient of many awards, honorary titles, and a doctorate, Wirkkala won three Grand Prix medals at the Milan Triennale in 1954 and an additional Grand Prix medal and gold medal at the Milan Triennale in 1960.
  • A proposito di opere artista

    Tapio Wirkkala (1915-1985) è stato un poliedrico genio del design, ampiamente considerato una figura di spicco della moderna arte industriale finlandese. L'ampio portafoglio di Wirkkala spazia dal vetro, mobili e design di prodotti alla scultura, all'urbanistica, all'arte, alla grafica e persino alla creazione di banconote per il tesoro finlandese.

    Nel corso della sua carriera incredibilmente produttiva, Wirkkala ha ricevuto numerosi premi tra cui tre medaglie d'oro alla Triennale di Milano, il Premio Lunning, la Medaglia Pro Finlandia e la Medaglia Prince Eugen.

    Nel 1946, Wirkkala vinse il suo primo premio di design in un concorso sponsorizzato da Iittala che avrebbe segnato un rapporto duraturo con effetti duraturi sulla sua carriera e sull'azienda. In qualità di direttore artistico di Iittala, la visione artistica unica di Wirkkala ha contribuito a stabilire la reputazione globale dell'azienda.

    Nel corso della sua leggendaria carriera, l'artista dal talento unico ha creato più di quattrocento oggetti in vetro per Iittala, molti dei quali, come le serie Ultima Thule e Tapio, sono tuttora popolari.

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