Tapio Wirkkala
Collection of nine vases


Iittala
Finland, c. 1970-1990
mold-blown glass
tallest: 9.5 h x 4.5 w x 3.75 d in (24 x 11 x 10 cm)
shortest: 6.375 h x 3.125 w x 2.25 d in (16 x 8 x 6 cm)

Collection is comprised of four vases, model 2786, three vases, model 3429, one vase, model 2755, and one vase, model 2781. Etched signature and model number to underside of three examples 'Tapio Wirkkala - 3429'. Etched initials to underside of three examples 'TW'. Applied manufacturer's decal to side of two examples 'i Made in Finland'.

Literature: Tapio Wirkkala: Eye, Hand and Thought, Aav, ppg. 317, 319, 321-322

This work will ship from Chicago, Illinois.

Very good condition. The smallest vase shows two small chips to top rim at corners, and one additional vase shows a very minute fleck to the rim. A few examples with minor shelf wear.