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Handcrafted Ceramic Bird Whistle - Finland, 1970s
Handcrafted Ceramic Bird Whistle - Finland, 1970s
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A small ceramic bird whistle with a softly abstract form and earthy palette. Glazed in warm speckled brown with a cool grey-blue head, and carved with a band of rhythmic geometric motifs. A working whistle with a clear tone — both a functional object and a characterful piece of studio folk art.
Ceramic whistles in the shape of animals have been part of Finnish and Baltic folk culture for centuries. While traditionally made for children, they’ve also been collected as symbols of protection and joy. This piece carries that heritage with a distinctly modernist touch, blending local craft traditions with a refined sensitivity to form and surface.
Signed underneath with the initials ‘AT’ and marked ‘Nurmes’, it likely comes from a regional Finnish studio working in the 1970s. We love the balance between its playful shape and quiet presence. A small but expressive object that adds charm to a shelf, desk, or nursery — and makes a satisfying sound when you give it breath.
✦ Height 6 cm
✦ Material: Glazed stoneware
✦ Period: ca. 1970s
✦ Made in Finland (Nurmes)
✦ Excellent vintage condition – no chips or cracks
SHIPPING & FREE PICK-UP
SHIPPING & FREE PICK-UP
SHIPPING ✦ We ship anywhere in Finland. Shipping costs are calculated at checkout based on your delivery method, location, and payment option. We aim to get your order out by the next working day. If things get a little busy on our end, give us 3–4 business days just in case. We also ship internationally whenever possible. Read more about domestic and international shipping.
FREE PICK-UP ✦ Prefer picking up your order in person? We offer free pick-up from both Karjaa and Helsinki. Just choose your preferred location at checkout. Read more about free pick-up.
LOCAL DELIVERY ✦ We offer free doorstep delivery for larger items (mainly furniture and artwork) to certain locations in Finland. Details vary by piece - you’ll find all the info on the individual product pages.
CONDITION & DETAILS
CONDITION & DETAILS
All our pieces are pre-loved — some contemporary, most vintage — and sold in their current condition including any signs of age or use, like patina, wear, fading, or minor flaws. Many vintage items also carry production marks from the manufacturing methods of their time. These details are very much a guarantee of authenticity, adding to the warmth and character of pieces with history.
We photograph and describe each piece as clearly as we can, so you know exactly what you’re getting. Please review the photos and descriptions before ordering, and if anything’s unclear, just reach out - we’re happy to help.
SKU:HD212
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