Product Details
Tapio Wirkkala, a visionary of modern Finnish design, showcased his diverse talents through a prolific career spanning furniture, product design, and even banknote creation for the Finnish treasury. Despite his versatile repertoire, glass held a special place in Wirkkala's heart. The mouth-blown glass Tapio Red Wine 2pc Set, crafted at the Iittala Glass Factory using his innovative 'stick blowing' technique, exemplifies his artistry. Each glass boasts a striking silhouette accentuated by a solitary air bubble within the weighted stem and a delicately thin-lipped rim, adding an air of elegance to any table setting.
Despite gaining international acclaim, Wirkkala remained reclusive, finding solace in the untouched depths of the Finnish woodlands. His secluded retreat, accessible only by helicopter due to its remote location, served as his sanctuary and muse. Throughout his illustrious career, Wirkkala garnered numerous accolades, including three gold medals at the Milan Triennale, the Lunning Prize, Pro Finlandia Medal, and the Prince Eugen Medal, cementing his legacy as an icon of Finnish design excellence.
- Price is for (2) glasses
- Brand: iittala
- Designer: Tapio Wirkkala
- Country: Designed in Finland, Made in Finland
- Material: Mouthblown Glass
- Measurements: 5.67" Height x 3" Diameter (14.4 x 7.7 cm)
- Holds: 8.45 oz (25 cl)
- Care: Hand wash only
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