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Annikki Hovisaari for Arabia - Rare Ceramic Relief - Finland, 1960s
Annikki Hovisaari for Arabia - Rare Ceramic Relief - Finland, 1960s
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A vibrant and expressive ceramic relief designed by Annikki Hovisaari for Arabia in the 1960s. The stylized bird, outlined in raised relief and hand-glazed in jewel tones of turquoise, mustard, forest green and deep burgundy, captures the playful geometry of mid-century Finnish design. The deep cobalt background and glossy surface give it a rich, dimensional glow.
Hovisaari’s Arabia reliefs bridge the worlds of art and craft - bold enough to read as modern art, yet rooted in folk tradition and Nordic symbolism. Each one was handmade and glazed by hand, giving every piece a unique rhythm and color balance. This one is signed A. Hovisaari Arabia and mounted in its original metal frame.
We love how this piece brings color and warmth to a space - hang it solo on a clean wall or mix it into a gallery of ceramics and framed art for a more eclectic look.
✦ 40 x 30 cm
✦ Glazed ceramic with original metal hanging frame
✦ Designer: Annikki Hovisaari
✦ Manufacturer: Arabia, Finland
✦ Period: 1960s
✦ Made in Finland
✦ Excellent vintage condition; minor surface wear and small irregularities typical of handmade pieces (no cracks or chips)
NOTE ON THE ARTIST
Annikki Hovisaari (1918–2004) was a Finnish ceramic artist and designer best known for her work with Arabia during the 1950s–60s. Her richly glazed reliefs and decorative ceramics often depict stylized animals, birds, and abstracted folk motifs, merging vibrant color and expressive form with the Nordic modernist sensibility.
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SHIPPING & FREE PICK-UP
SHIPPING & FREE PICK-UP
SHIPPING ✦ We ship across Finland. Shipping costs are calculated at checkout based on item size and order total, and orders over 100€ ship free. We aim to get your order out during the next few working days. We also ship internationally whenever possible. Read more about domestic and international shipping.
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CONDITION & DETAILS
CONDITION & DETAILS
All items we sell are pre-loved. Most are vintage, which means they’ve been used and have lived through time.
Each piece is sold in its current condition, with signs of age or use such as patina, wear, fading, or small irregularities. Many vintage items also carry production marks from the manufacturing methods of their time. These traces are part of what makes each piece what it is, and add to its character over time.
We photograph and describe everything as clearly as we can, so you know what you’re getting. Please take a moment to review the photos and description before ordering. If anything feels unclear, just reach out - we’re happy to help.
SKU:AR003
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