Mid Century Scandinavian Timo Sarpaneva Crystal Art Sculpture
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DESCRIPTION: Mid Century Scandinavian signed Timo Sarpaneva (Finland, 1926) crystal art sculpture titled “Orkidea� ("Orchid"). Signed and dated 1955. Depicts a clear lead crystal glass, with a steam blown interior, and cut and polished surface. Designed by famous Finnish artist Timo Sarpaneva in 1953 and executed by Iittala glassworks in 1955. This art-object was conceived as a glass sculpture, for which Sarpaneva was awarded a “Grand Prix� at the Milan Triennale in 1954.
The “Orkidea� remains one of the most iconic designs made by the Iittala glassworks. These art-objects have been in serial production between 1954 and 1972 and in numbered editions from the 1980’s onwards. It is fully marked underneath the base: Timo Sarpaneva – Iittala – 55 (1955).
Artist Timo Sarpaneva (Helsinki, Finland 1926- 2006) was an influential Finnish designer, and sculptor known for innovative work in glass. Recipient of many rewards, among others: The Lunning prize (1956), Grand Prix Triennale di Milan (1954, 1957) and Gold Medal, Concorso Internazionale della Ceramica d'Arte Contemporanea, Faenza (1976).
CIRCA: 1955
ORIGIN: Finland
DIMENSIONS: H: 11"
CONDITION: Chipped on the base.
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The “Orkidea� remains one of the most iconic designs made by the Iittala glassworks. These art-objects have been in serial production between 1954 and 1972 and in numbered editions from the 1980’s onwards. It is fully marked underneath the base: Timo Sarpaneva – Iittala – 55 (1955).
Artist Timo Sarpaneva (Helsinki, Finland 1926- 2006) was an influential Finnish designer, and sculptor known for innovative work in glass. Recipient of many rewards, among others: The Lunning prize (1956), Grand Prix Triennale di Milan (1954, 1957) and Gold Medal, Concorso Internazionale della Ceramica d'Arte Contemporanea, Faenza (1976).
CIRCA: 1955
ORIGIN: Finland
DIMENSIONS: H: 11"
CONDITION: Chipped on the base.
Unless otherwise stated, all information provided is the opinion of our specialists. Should you have any specific questions regarding the condition of this lot, please use the ask question button or send us an email.
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Mid Century Scandinavian Timo Sarpaneva Crystal Art Sculpture
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