A set of both sizes crystal art-object, model 3545 – Iittala Finland 1957 & 1958 by Tapio Wirkkala
A set of both sizes crystal art-object, model 3545 – Iittala Finland 1957 & 1958 by Tapio Wirkkala
A set of both sizes crystal art-object, model 3545 – Iittala Finland 1957 & 1958 by Tapio Wirkkala
A set of both sizes crystal art-object, model 3545 – Iittala Finland 1957 & 1958 by Tapio Wirkkala
A set of both sizes crystal art-object, model 3545 – Iittala Finland 1957 & 1958 by Tapio Wirkkala
A set of both sizes crystal art-object, model 3545 – Iittala Finland 1957 & 1958 by Tapio Wirkkala
A set of both sizes crystal art-object, model 3545 – Iittala Finland 1957 & 1958 by Tapio Wirkkala
A set of both sizes crystal art-object, model 3545 – Iittala Finland 1957 & 1958 by Tapio Wirkkala
A set of both sizes crystal art-object, model 3545 – Iittala Finland 1957 & 1958 by Tapio Wirkkala
A set of both sizes crystal art-object, model 3545 – Iittala Finland 1957 & 1958 by Tapio Wirkkala

A set of both sizes crystal art-object, model 3545 – Iittala Finland 1957 & 1958 1957 - 1958

Tapio Wirkkala

StampaCristalloincisionePietra preziosa
32 ⨯ 7 ⨯ 6 cm
ConditionVery good
€ 1.300

Van Kerkhoff Art

  • A proposito di opere d'arte
    Two turned mold-blown crystal art-objects with spiraled cut lines. These art-objects are model 3545 in the oeuvre of Tapio Wirkkala. It was designed in 1953 and hand made by the craftsmen at the Iittala glassworks, Finland in 1957 & 1958.

    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 between 1953 and 1960 in two sizes. This therefore is a complete set of both sizes. Both are marked and dated underneath the base in diamondpen.



    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. Neosin Neosin

    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.

    Marked
    Signed in diamondpen underneath the base: Tapio Wirkkala – Iittala '57 (1957) & '58 (1958)

    Execution
    Iittala glassworks, Finland, 1957 & 1958

    Condition
    These art objects are in good vintage condition. Some minor scratches underneath the base consistent with age and use. No cracks or chips.

    Literature
    Marianne Aav, Tapio Wirkkala eye, hand and thought: p. 302

    Dimensions
    Largest size
    Height 32 cm
    Width 7.6 cm
    Depth 6,9 cm
    Weight 702 grams

    Smallest size
    Height 16 cm
    Width 5,3 cm
    Depth 4,8 cm
    Weight 305 grams
  • 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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