Iittala Aalto Vase - 6.75 x 5.5 inch > Limited Edition
Design legend Alvar Aalto’s asymmetrical waves have become an iconic symbol of Nordic interior design. Iittala introduces a new limited edition Aalto vase from the archives. The rarest of the three glass vase designs that were part of the original production run in 1937. each unique piece is made from a wooden mould and is mouthblown at the Iittala Glass Factory in Finland. The clear glass Aalto vase brings simple elegance to any interior. Perfect for full flower arrangements. A lovely gift that commemorates Iittala’s 140th anniversary. Special numbered edition.
MEASUREMENTS:
- Length: 17.1 cm / 6.75 inch
- Height: 14 cm / 5.5 inch
MATERIALS:
- Glass
HELPFUL NOTES:
- Hand wash only
Alvar Aalto
Finland, 1898 – 1976
Finland’s most famous architect and designer, Alvar Aalto reshaped the architecture and furniture of public buildings on the basis of functionality and the organic relationship between man, nature and buildings. He is known as the “Father of Modernism.”
Born in 1898 in Finland, Alvar Aalto studied at the Helsinki University of Technology, graduating with a degree in architecture. In 1924 Aalto and his wife honeymooned in Italy. The Mediterranean culture had a profound influence on Aalto’s creative process, blending his Nordic intellect with the natural ornamentation of Northern Italian landscape and architecture. In 1927 the Aaltos moved to the city of Turku in Finland. Aalto designed the Paimio Sanatorium, a building that elevated him to the status of master of heroic functionalism. His design for the Villa Mairea in Noormarkku, is one of the most admired private residences in contemporary architecture.
In 1933 Aalto moved to Helsinki. There he founded his architecture firm, Artek, where he executed major international commissions, such as the Finnish Pavilions for the 1936 Paris World Fair and the 1939-1940 New York’s World Fair. Aalto’s architecture, furniture and glassware evokes multiple allusions to images of unspoiled nature. Aalto’s creativity was deeply rooted in his own organic way of life and the traditions of the Scandinavian countries. Aalto was featured on the last series of the 50 Finnish mark bill, before the Euro was introduced. He died in 1976 in Helsinki, Finland.
What started as a glass factory in Iittala, Finland, today celebrates generations of essential objects that are made to enrich people’s everyday lives. Iittala believes objects should be distinctive, combinable and multi-functional, with lasting design that inspires individual use and expression.
The progressive philosophy of Iittala's design heroes, Kaj Franck and Alvar Aalto, still inspires to keep Iittala forever relevant. They don’t just create beautiful objects. They believe in timeless design that will never be thrown away.
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