VINTAGE SAVOY VASE by ALVAR AALTO for IITTALA
Designer: Alvar Aalto
Maker: Iittala - Finland
Year: 1936 (more recent production)
Size: H 160 x W 210 x D 180
Condition Report: Small chip to upper lip, see image, otherwise good condition.
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Inspired by the lakes of Finland, Aalto created this fluid form in 1936, and debuted it a year later at the Paris World Fair, where its effortless elegance made it an instant classic.
The different curves and bends make for a unique appearance from all angles, reflecting light through the red glass to achieve a depth of different tones.
A vintage edition, this piece uses much thicker glass compared with the more recent versions available. The substantial weight, size and colour make this a statement in any contemporary interior, and can be used in a number of interesting ways.
Designer: Alvar Aalto
Maker: Iittala - Finland
Year: 1936 (more recent production)
Size: H 160 x W 210 x D 180
Condition Report: Small chip to upper lip, see image, otherwise good condition.
.
Inspired by the lakes of Finland, Aalto created this fluid form in 1936, and debuted it a year later at the Paris World Fair, where its effortless elegance made it an instant classic.
The different curves and bends make for a unique appearance from all angles, reflecting light through the red glass to achieve a depth of different tones.
A vintage edition, this piece uses much thicker glass compared with the more recent versions available. The substantial weight, size and colour make this a statement in any contemporary interior, and can be used in a number of interesting ways.
Designer: Alvar Aalto
Maker: Iittala - Finland
Year: 1936 (more recent production)
Size: H 160 x W 210 x D 180
Condition Report: Small chip to upper lip, see image, otherwise good condition.
.
Inspired by the lakes of Finland, Aalto created this fluid form in 1936, and debuted it a year later at the Paris World Fair, where its effortless elegance made it an instant classic.
The different curves and bends make for a unique appearance from all angles, reflecting light through the red glass to achieve a depth of different tones.
A vintage edition, this piece uses much thicker glass compared with the more recent versions available. The substantial weight, size and colour make this a statement in any contemporary interior, and can be used in a number of interesting ways.
