While I've never kept it a secret that I love the work of Finnish designer Tapio Wirkkala, I've usually mentioned in passing the pieces completely out of my price range and have focused instead on the ceramic work he did for Rosenthal, such as his
Pollo vase and
Kingfisher figure, both of which I'm proud to own.
However, the laminated birch bowls he designed during the 1950s are a joy to behold. They were produced by Soinne and Kni of Helsinki, being named by
House Beautiful magazine as 1951's "most beautiful object," as well as winning a prestigious award at the 1954 Milan Triennale.
These exquisite bowls and trays often bring $4000-12,000 at auction, but in 2012 a 56" long version fetched €31,000 (approximately $35,000) at Quittenbaum.
From skandium.com, midcenturymagazine.com and modernity.se
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Until I can afford one of these beautiful pieces, I will content myself with the next best thing: one of Wirkkala's porcelain leaf dishes for Rosenthal. That might be the perfect housewarming gift for myself when we move.
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Very, Very nice work.
ReplyDeleteI'm in awe of the man. He could do practically anything...ceramics, glass, wood, and metal. I could (and should) do a full post just on the knives he made, as well as the pipes he carved.
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Hello mate great bllog post
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