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Iittala Alvar Aalto Clear Art Glass Sculptural Flower Savoy Vase Scandinavian
By Alvar Aalto, Iittala
Located in Miami, FL
Scandinavian Modern sculptural clear art glass savoy vase designed by Alvar Aalto for Iittala, made
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1980s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Iittala Glass Vintage

Materials

Art Glass

Scandinavian Modern Blue Glass Vase, Model 3581 By Tapio Wirkkala for IIttala
By Tapio Wirkkala, Iittala
Located in Turku, Finland
An elegant example of Scandinavian Modern design, this beautiful vintage glass vase By Tapio
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Iittala Glass Vintage

Materials

Blown Glass

Tapio Wirkkala / ART OBJECT 3538 / Iittala
By Tapio Wirkkala, Iittala
Located in Shibuya-Ku, JP
manufactured by mould blowing and has a comb cut on the outer surface. Signed 'TAPIO WIRKKALA - IITTALA - 55
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Iittala Glass Vintage

Materials

Art Glass, Blown Glass

Absolutely Gorgeous Oiva Toikka Glass Cube - Special Edition 3 / 50 Iittala
By Iittala, Oiva Toikka
Located in Espoo, FI
This is a beautiful vintage special glass cube designed and hand made by famous professor Oiva
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Late 20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Iittala Glass Vintage

Materials

Blown Glass

RARE Iittala Art Glass Bird by Oiva Toikka Pirol Kuhankeittäjä 1994-96
By Oiva Toikka, Iittala
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
This rare and vibrant Iittala art glass bird, designed by the renowned Finnish artist Oiva Toikka
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1990s Finnish Modern Iittala Glass Vintage

Materials

Blown Glass

Iittala Alvar Aalto Model 3030 White Encased Glass Sculptural Flower Vase Bowl
By Iittala, Alvar Aalto
Located in Miami, FL
Mid-Century Modern sculptural white encased vase, bowl or vessel Model 3030 Alvar Aalto for Iittala
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Iittala Glass Vintage

Materials

Art Glass, Blown Glass

Large Vintage Art Glass Bowl Sulka by Tapio Wirkkala for Iittala 1950s
By Tapio Wirkkala, Iittala
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Large Vintage Art Glass Bowl 'Sulka' by Tapio Wirkkala for Iittala 1950s A large vintage art glass
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1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Iittala Glass Vintage

Materials

Art Glass

Set of 8 Tapio Wirkkala Line-engraved Glass Art Pieces, Iittala 1950s
By Iittala, Tapio Wirkkala
Located in Helsinki, FI
A set of eight Tapio Wirkkala Tulip art objects / vases for Iittala. The set is of different pieces
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1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Iittala Glass Vintage

Materials

Blown Glass

Two Tapio Wirkkala Line-engraved Glass Art Pieces Model 3561, Iittala, 1950s
By Iittala, Tapio Wirkkala
Located in Helsinki, FI
Two Tapio Wirkkala Tulip art objects / vases model 3561 for Iittala. As Wirkkala was inspired by
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1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Iittala Glass Vintage

Materials

Blown Glass

Pair of Vases by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala in Bamboo Shape Glass
By Timo Sarpaneva, Iittala
Located in London, GB
A pair of hand blown glass vases designed in 1964 by Timo Sarpaneva (1926-2006) for Iittala
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1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Iittala Glass Vintage

Materials

Blown Glass

Set of Five Mid-Century Tapio Wirkkala "Niva" shot glasses for Iittala, Finland
By Iittala, Tapio Wirkkala
Located in London, GB
bites or damage. Two of the glasses retain their original Iittala "Made in Finland" labels. Wirkkala
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Iittala Glass Vintage

Materials

Glass, Art Glass

Pair Of Timo Sarpaneva Claritas Vases, in Black Clear Glass, Iittala 1980s
By Timo Sarpaneva, Iittala
Located in Helsinki, FI
A pair of beautiful claritas vases designed by Timo Sarpaneva and manufactured by Iittala in
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1980s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Iittala Glass Vintage

Materials

Blown Glass

Vintage Candlesticks in Glass by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala, 1960s, Set of 3
By Timo Sarpaneva, Iittala
Located in KUTNO, PL
decided to design a wine glass that would hold an entire bottle of this dry beverage. Thus the idea of a
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1960s Scandinavian Modern Iittala Glass Vintage

Materials

Glass

Four Iittala Festivo Candlesticks, Design Timo Sarpaneva, Finland, 1980s
By Timo Sarpaneva
Located in København, Copenhagen
Four Iittala Festivo candlesticks, design: Timo Sarpaneva, Finland, 1980s. Measures: 12.5 to 18
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1980s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Iittala Glass Vintage

Tapio Wirkkala for Iittala 1970s Centerpiece
By Tapio Wirkkala, Iittala
Located in Parma, IT
Crystal centerpiece designed by Tapio Wirkkala for Iittala 1970s. Central part with "ice" effect
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1970s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Iittala Glass Vintage

Materials

Glass

Stump of a Tree Art Glass Bowl by Tapio Wirkkala for Iittala 1951
By Iittala, Tapio Wirkkala
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Stump of a Tree Art Glass Bowl by Tapio Wirkkala for Iittala 1951 A vintage 'Kalvolan kanto
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1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Iittala Glass Vintage

Materials

Art Glass

Timo Sarpaneva Heart Vase, Iittala, Signed
By Timo Sarpaneva, Iittala
Located in Stockholm, SE
A 1950s Iittala Timo Sarpaneva heart vase, signed to base.  
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Iittala Glass Vintage

Materials

Blown Glass

Finnish art glass design, a “Stellaria” bowl made by Tapio Wirkkala for Iittala
By Tapio Wirkkala, Iittala
Located in Skarpnäck, SE
Rare, signed and very beautiful Scandinavian glass design, a rather large footed bowl, suitable for
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1970s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Iittala Glass Vintage

Materials

Glass

Set of 3 Tapio Wirkkala Line-engraved "Leaf" Glass Art Pieces, Iittala 1950s
By Tapio Wirkkala, Iittala
Located in Helsinki, FI
A set of three Tapio Wirkkala leaf art objects / vases for Iittala. The set is of three two
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1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Iittala Glass Vintage

Materials

Blown Glass

Finnish Artist Oiva Toikka Striped Glass Whippoorwill or Willow Duck by Iittala
By Iittala, Oiva Toikka
Located in St. Louis, MO
Renowned Finnish glass artist Oiva Toikka designed whippoorwill or willow duck with bands of olive
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1990s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Iittala Glass Vintage

Materials

Blown Glass

Iittala Iceblock Bowl by Tapio Wirkkala 1951
By Tapio Wirkkala, Iittala
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Iittala Iceblock Bowl by Tapio Wirkkala 1951 Rare art glass bowl “Jäänsärö” (ice block or iceberg
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1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Iittala Glass Vintage

Materials

Art Glass

Finnish art glass vase, known as “NIVA”, made by Tapio Wirkkala for Iittala
By Iittala, Markku Salo
Located in Skarpnäck, SE
A lovely vintage glass vase made by talented Tapio Wirkkala known as “Niva”, Iittala. The name of
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1970s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Iittala Glass Vintage

Materials

Glass

Finnish art glass design, a bowl “Avanti” made by Tapio Wirkkala for Iittala.
By Tapio Wirkkala, Iittala
Located in Skarpnäck, SE
emerging designers, she works for leading glass design company Iittala, which has become world famous
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1970s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Iittala Glass Vintage

Materials

Glass

Highball by Tapio Wirkkala for Iittala Glassworks, 1960s
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A highball glass having an organic base evocative of arctic ice formations.
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1960s Finnish Iittala Glass Vintage

Materials

Glass

Early Alvar Aalto Large size Savoy Vase Finland 1950s
By Alvar Aalto, Iittala
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
etched named. this example with several bubbles left in the glass during formation. Estimated to be from
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1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Iittala Glass Vintage

Materials

Glass

Timo Sarpaneva Triangular Archipelago Candleholder for Iittala
By Timo Sarpaneva, Iittala
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Vintage Scandinavian art glass triangular "Archipelago' candleholder by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Iittala Glass Vintage

Materials

Art Glass

Pair of "Avena" Ice Glass Vases by Tapio Wirkkala for Iittala of Finland
By Tapio Wirkkala, Iittala
Located in San Diego, CA
A great pair of "Avena" ice glass vases by Tapio Wirkkala for Iittala of Finland, circa 1970s
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Iittala Glass Vintage

Materials

Glass

Timo Sarpaneva, Iittala Finland Four Candlesticks
By Timo Sarpaneva, Iittala
Located in Rijssen, NL
Textured clear molded glass. Composed as a column with projecting bands, a flared mouth and a round
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1970s European Mid-Century Modern Iittala Glass Vintage

Materials

Glass

Large Stump of a Tree Art Glass Bowl by Tapio Wirkkala for Iittala 1951
By Tapio Wirkkala, Iittala
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Large Stump of a Tree Art Glass Bowl by Tapio Wirkkala for Iittala 1951 A large 'Kalvolan kanto
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1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Iittala Glass Vintage

Materials

Art Glass

Massive Stump of a Tree Art Glass Bowl by Tapio Wirkkala for Iittala 1951
By Tapio Wirkkala, Iittala
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Massive Stump of a Tree Art Glass Bowl by Tapio Wirkkala for Iittala 1951 Large bowl “Kalvolan
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1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Iittala Glass Vintage

Materials

Art Glass

Timo Sarpaneva / VASE FINLANDIA(Clear) 3360 / Iittala
By Iittala, Timo Sarpaneva
Located in Shibuya-Ku, JP
repeatedly exploring and experimenting with glass expression in pursuit of new techniques, in 1963 Timo
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1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Iittala Glass Vintage

Materials

Art Glass, Blown Glass

I-401 Purple Glass Bird Bottel/Vase by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala, Finland 1956
By Timo Sarpaneva, Iittala
Located in Steenwijk, NL
This purple glass 'Bird' bottle or vase was designed by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala in Finland in
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1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Iittala Glass Vintage

Materials

Glass

Timo Sarpaneva / VASE FINLANDIA(Grey) 3356 / Iittala
By Iittala, Timo Sarpaneva
Located in Shibuya-Ku, JP
repeatedly exploring and experimenting with glass expression in pursuit of new techniques, in 1963 Timo
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1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Iittala Glass Vintage

Materials

Art Glass, Blown Glass

Signed Kaj Franck Frosted Dish, Finland c.1950
By Kaj Franck, Iittala
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT Original frosted dish, signed on bottom K. Franck, Iittala. Shown with life size hand model
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Iittala Glass Vintage

Materials

Blown Glass

Tapio Wirkkala / ART OBJECT / SALT BOWL 3269 / Iittala
By Iittala, Tapio Wirkkala
Located in Shibuya-Ku, JP
bottom. It is the smallest of the glass art pieces. Signed 'TAPIO WIRKKALA IITTALA'.
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Iittala Glass Vintage

Materials

Art Glass, Blown Glass

Vintage Vase "Orkidea" by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala
By Iittala, Timo Sarpaneva
Located in Berghuelen, DE
A large vintage "Orkidea" (Orchid) vase designed by Timo Sarpameva for Iittala in 1953. Marked with
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Late 20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Iittala Glass Vintage

Materials

Art Glass

Tapio Wirkkala / ART OBJECT / ASHTRAY "ICE BREAKER" 3318 / Iittala
By Tapio Wirkkala, Iittala
Located in Shibuya-Ku, JP
Manufactured from 1963 to 1974 and from 1986 to 1987. This piece features a base approximately 30 mm thick, with icebergs and ice floes of various sizes floating on the sea surface, ...
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1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Iittala Glass Vintage

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Art Glass, Blown Glass

Large Vintage Vase Orkidea by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala
By Timo Sarpaneva, Iittala
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Iittala. His groundbreaking work combines art with useful design. In addition to glass, Timo Sarpaneva
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Iittala Glass Vintage

Materials

Art Glass

Timo Sarpaneva Cardinal s Hat for Iittala in Lilac, 1957
By Timo Sarpaneva, Iittala
Located in Helsinki, FI
. It was made in a number of different colors. The material is glass, clear and violet, steam-blown
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Iittala Glass Vintage

Materials

Blown Glass

Small Vintage Vase "Orkidea" by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala
By Iittala, Timo Sarpaneva
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Iittala. His groundbreaking work combines art with useful design. In addition to glass, Timo Sarpaneva
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Iittala Glass Vintage

Materials

Art Glass

‘Stellaria’ Candle Tealight Holder by Tapio Wirkkala for Iittala, 1970s
By Iittala, Tapio Wirkkala
Located in Chicago, IL
Designed by Tapio Wirkkala for Iittala, c. 1970, this ‘Stellaria’ candle tea light holder is just
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1970s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Iittala Glass Vintage

Materials

Art Glass

Vintage Vase "Orkidea" by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala, 1953
By Iittala, Timo Sarpaneva
Located in Berghuelen, DE
A vintage "Orkidea" (Orchid) vase designed by Timo Sarpameva for Iittala in 1953. Marked with
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Iittala Glass Vintage

Materials

Art Glass

Tapio Wirkkala / VASE "LICHEN" /"FINGER VASE" L Crystal Edition 3515 / Iittala
By Tapio Wirkkala, Iittala
Located in Shibuya-Ku, JP
opaque finish, but this piece is made of crystal glass, which is extremely rare. Signed ‘TAPIO WIRKKALA
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Iittala Glass Vintage

Materials

Art Glass, Blown Glass

Scandinatian Modern Brutalist Iittala Aslak Vessel Tapio Wirkkala Finland 1970s
By Tapio Wirkkala, Iittala
Located in Miami, FL
Tapio Wirkkala designed the ASLAK heavy Glass Bowl/Ashtray and was produced by Iittala in the 1970s
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1970s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Iittala Glass Vintage

Materials

Art Glass

Set of 3 Iittala Finnish Candlesticks Designed by Timo Sarpaneva
By Iittala, Timo Sarpaneva
Located in Chicago, IL
Set of 3 staggered in size Iittala candlesticks. Textured clear molded glass composed as a column
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1970s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Iittala Glass Vintage

Materials

Glass

Set 4 Timo Sarpaneva Festivo Candlesticks Iittala Finland Scandinavian Modern
By Iittala, Timo Sarpaneva
Located in Miami, FL
Set of 4 Scandinavian Modern Finland Iittala Art Glass with bubbles Festivo Candle Holders designed
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Late 20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Iittala Glass Vintage

Materials

Art Glass

Pair "Festivo" Iittala Finnish One-Ring Candlesticks Designed by Timo Sarpaneva
By Iittala, Timo Sarpaneva
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair "Festivo" Iittala candlesticks. Textured clear molded glass composed as a column with a
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1970s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Iittala Glass Vintage

Materials

Glass

Pair Timo Sarpaneva Festivo Candlesticks for Iittala Finland Scandinavian Modern
By Iittala, Timo Sarpaneva
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Scandinavian Modern Finland Iittala Art Glass with bubbles Festivo Candle Holders designed
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Late 20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Iittala Glass Vintage

Materials

Art Glass

Scandinavian Modern Brutalist Iittala Aslak Tea light Holder by Tapio Wirkkala
By Tapio Wirkkala, Iittala
Located in Chicago, IL
Tapio Wirkkala designed this ASLAK heavy glass votive or tea light candle holder which was produced
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1970s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Iittala Glass Vintage

Materials

Art Glass

Vintage Hand Signed White 3030 Iittala Alvar Aalto Savoy Vase
By Iittala, Alvar Aalto
Located in Krefeld, DE
Hand signed Alvar Aalto vase 3030 Savoy for Iittala made in Finland. Nice vintage condition with
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1970s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Iittala Glass Vintage

Materials

Glass

Large Pinja Crystal Vase by Tapio Wirkkala for Iittala, Finland, 1988
By Tapio Wirkkala, Iittala
Located in Philadelphia, PA
, the uniquely talented artist created more than four hundred glass objects for Iittala, many of which
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1980s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Iittala Glass Vintage

Materials

Cut Glass

Six Festivo Two Ring Candlesticks Designed By Timo Sarpaneva For iittala
By Iittala, Timo Sarpaneva
Located in Doraville, GA
Six two ring Festivo candlesticks designed by Timo Sarpaneva for IITTALA, made in Finland. The
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1970s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Iittala Glass Vintage

Materials

Glass

Set of Five Colourful Timo Sarpaneva Bird Bottles for Iittala 1950s
By Timo Sarpaneva, Iittala
Located in Helsinki, FI
was especially known for his art glass objects, although he used a number of other materials in his
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Iittala Glass Vintage

Materials

Blown Glass

Vase 3585 designed by Tapio Wirkkala for Iittala with signature 1956
By Tapio Wirkkala, Iittala
Located in Radomsko, Województwo łódzkie
Finnish designer Tapio Wirkkala for Iittala in 1956. Known for his innovative approach to Scandinavian
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1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Iittala Glass Vintage

Materials

Glass

Oiva Toikka, Sieppo, Bird, Nuutajarvi / Iittala, 1990s
By Iittala, Oiva Toikka, Nuutajärvi Notsjõ
Located in MAASTRICHT, LI
the left wing when viewed from the front. Some uneveness in the glass is present on the bird's beak as
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1990s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Iittala Glass Vintage

Materials

Glass, Blown Glass, Art Glass

Tapio Wirkkala Large Pinja Crystal Vase for Iittala Finland, Scandinavian Modern
By Tapio Wirkkala, Iittala
Located in Chesterfield, NJ
Beautiful Pinja vase designed by Tapio Wirkkala and made in Finland by Iittala. This heavy and
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1980s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Iittala Glass Vintage

Materials

Crystal

Timo Sarpaneva Cardinal s Hat for Iittala in Greenish Gray Colour, 1957
By Iittala, Timo Sarpaneva
Located in Helsinki, FI
. It was made in a number of different colors. The material is glass, clear and violet, steam-blown
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Iittala Glass Vintage

Materials

Blown Glass

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Iittala Glass Vintage For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic iittala glass vintage available at 1stDibs. Each iittala glass vintage for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using glass, art glass and blown glass. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect iittala glass vintage — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. When you’re browsing for the right iittala glass vintage, those designed in Scandinavian Modern, Mid-Century Modern and Modern styles are of considerable interest. A well-made iittala glass vintage has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Iittala, Timo Sarpaneva and Tapio Wirkkala are consistently popular.

How Much is a Iittala Glass Vintage?

Prices for a iittala glass vintage can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $55 and can go as high as $13,330, while the average can fetch as much as $700.
Questions About Iittala Glass Vintage
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024
    To tell if glass is vintage, first look for markings, often located on the bottom or inside of glassware. By researching the mark via online resources, you can determine the maker and learn more about your piece. Any glassware produced between 20 and 100 years ago qualifies as vintage, while older pieces are antique. In the event that you can't find any markings, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer can assist you. Find a wide variety of vintage glassware on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Slag glass is pressed opaque glass that has colored streaks throughout. It was used in everything from lamp shades to decorative bowls. On 1stDibs, you can find a collection of authentic slag glass pieces from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024
    To tell if glass is vintage, first look for a marking that indicates the maker. By researching the manufacturer using trusted online resources, you can learn when it produced pieces similar to yours and get a rough idea of your glassware's age. Any glass produced between 20 and 99 years ago is vintage. If you need assistance with the dating process, seek the opinion of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Explore a diverse assortment of vintage glassware on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To identify vintage glass, you will need to figure out if your item is between 20 and 99 years old. The easiest way to do so is first to determine the maker by looking for and then researching any markings present on the glassware. Unfortunately, vintage glass is often marked with paper and foil labels, which tend to come loose with use. As a result, experience and expertise are often necessary to accurately perform the identification process, so you may wish to have a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer weigh in if your glassware is unmarked. Find a diverse assortment of vintage glassware on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024
    To tell if Murano glass is vintage, it's usually necessary to conduct some online research using trusted sources. Start by looking for a maker's mark and then cross-referencing it with images published online to determine who made your piece. By learning more about the manufacturer and what they produced over the years by reading histories and exploring product catalogues, you can estimate the rough age of your piece. For Murano glass to be considered vintage, it must be between 20 and 99 years old. Older pieces are classified as antique. If you need assistance with dating your glassware, seek the help of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Explore a range of Murano glass on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024
    To tell if a glass vase is vintage, first research the maker. Look for markings on the inside and base, and then research them using trusted online resources to determine who produced your vase. By looking at when the maker was active and producing pieces similar to yours, you can typically roughly estimate its age. If your vase is between 20 and 99 years old, it is vintage. Vases that are 100 years old or older are antiques. For help with dating, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, find a collection of glass vases.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2024
    Yes, some vintage glass is worth something. Collectors are often on the hunt for pieces produced by certain makers, such as Blenko, the Culver Glass Company, Dorothy Thorpe, Libbey, Georges Briard and Arcoroc. In addition to who manufactured it, the style, type, age and condition of vintage glassware all impact the potential value. For assistance with the valuation process for pieces in your collection, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of vintage glassware.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024
    To tell if your vintage glasses are gold, look on the nose bridge and the temples for a purity mark. Makers often stamped their solid gold pieces with “12K,” “10K,” “14K” and other markings to identify their gold eyewear. You can research all of these markings using trusted online resources. Should you locate a "GF" mark, it is likely that your glasses are gold-filled rather than solid gold. This means that the frames are predominantly a less expensive metal but do have a thin layer of genuine gold alloy as a finish. Another mark that indicates your glasses contain some gold is "RGF." The mark stands for “rolled gold filled.” Glasses bearing this mark feature a gold-plated finish that is thinner than what's found on traditional gold-filled frames. For assistance identifying your eyeglass frame material, consult a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. Explore a selection of vintage glasses on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2023
    To tell if vintage Cartier glasses are real, first look for the brand's logo on the outside of the arms. It should be spelled correctly and in the French luxury fashion house's iconic gold-toned italic font. Because some vintage pieces may lack serial numbers and other markings used to identify contemporary eyewear, you may wish to enlist the help of a licensed appraiser or knowledgeable dealer for assistance with authentication. Explore a selection of Cartier glasses on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The easiest way to tell if a bead is glass or plastic is to feel it. Glass beads will be cooler to the touch, whereas plastic beads will be closer to room temperature and warm up quickly in your hands. Another test you can perform is to listen to the sound. Glass has a distinctive ring since it’s harder whereas plastic is softer and has a duller sound. Shop a range of vintage glass bead pieces on 1stDibs.