Pair of ‘Marja’ Vases by Tapio Wirkkala for Iittala, 1976

A sculptural pair of mold-blown glass vases designed by Tapio Wirkkala in 1976 for Iittala. The ‘Marja’ model (Finnish for ‘berry’) captures Wirkkala’s fascination with organic forms and his mastery of surface texture. The thick, crystal-clear glass and undulating patterns at the base echo ice or water in motion. A striking duo to display side-by-side, or to split across your home for a subtle design echo.

✦ Height 16.5 cm and 12 cm (Ø 9.5 cm)
✦ Mold-blown clear glass
✦ Designed by Tapio Wirkkala in 1976
✦ Model: Marja
✦ Manufactured by Iittala, Finland
✦ Excellent vintage condition with light wear consistent with age

NOTE ON THE DESIGNER - Tapio Wirkkala (1915–1985) was an extraordinarily versatile Finnish designer and sculptor, whose career took off internationally in the early 1950’s when Finnish industrial design made a splash at the Milan Triennials of 1951 and 1954. A leading figure of post-war design, Wirkkala is perhaps best known for his groundbreaking work in glass, creating everything from sculptural art pieces to everyday tableware for Iittala. Wirkkala also designed furniture, lighting, plastic tableware, and even jewelry, leaving a lasting legacy on Finnish design. Many of his iconic creations are still in production today. To put it simply: Wirkkala is the rock star of Finnish modernism.