• Vase 3515, Jäkälä, Tapio Wirkkala, Iittala, タピオ・ヴィルカラ、イッタラ, 타피오 빌칼라, 이딸라 - Royal SiO2
  • Vase 3515, Jäkälä, Tapio Wirkkala, Iittala, タピオ・ヴィルカラ、イッタラ, 타피오 빌칼라, 이딸라 - Royal SiO2
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Vase 3515, Jäkälä, Tapio Wirkkala, Iittala

Vase 3515, Jäkälä, Tapio Wirkkala, Iittala

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The Details
Designer: Tapio Wirkkala
Object: Vase
Model: 3515
Series: Jäkälä
Manufacturer: Iittala
Period of Manufacture: 1950-1964
Material: Glass
Technique: Mould-blown and acid-etched glass
Color: Matte, clear
Width: 130 mm
Length: 130 mm
Height: 210 mm 
Weight: 2230 g
Condition: Excellent condition with minimal signs of wear.
Signed: "TAPIO WIRKKALA IITTALA".
Numbered: Unnumbered
Keyword: Royal SiO2 Exclusive

The Story
Designed by Tapio Wirkkala in 1950 for Iittala, Jäkälä (model 3515), also known as Sormivaasi (Finger Vase), is one of his distinctive early art glass designs. The name Jäkälä means lichen in Finnish, while the alternative name Sormivaasi, or “Finger Vase,” describes the form more directly: tall, rounded vertical glass elements rise around the central cylindrical core, resembling fingers. The vase was mould-blown, cased and acid-etched, combining clear glass with a frosted surface that emphasises the relief and gives the form a soft, tactile quality. The interplay between transparent and frosted glass enhances the sculptural character of the design, while the vertical elements create a strong sense of rhythm and depth. Presented at the 1951 Milan Triennale, Jäkälä helped establish Wirkkala's early glass design internationally. Its distinctive form, refined surface treatment and connection to the natural imagery of Finnish design make it a particularly appealing piece for collectors of Finnish art glass.

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Tapio Wirkkala, タピオ・ヴィルッカラ, 타피오 빌카라 - Royal SiO2

Tapio Wirkkala

Tapio Veli Ilmari Wirkkala (1915–1985). Widely regarded as the leading figure of modern Finnish design, Tapio Wirkkala transformed everyday objects into works of timeless beauty. Trained as a sculptor at the Central School of Industrial Arts, he began working for Iittala after winning the company's glass design competition in 1946 and soon became one of the defining voices of post-war Scandinavian design. Equally at home designing glass, plywood sculptures, silverware, exhibition architecture, banknotes and iconic bottles for Finlandia Vodka and Koskenkorva, his creativity knew virtually no boundaries. Nature remained his greatest source of inspiration, reflected in masterpieces such as the Kantarelli vase, the sculptural Tapio collection and the ice-textured Ultima Thule glassware. Working closely with skilled glassblowers, Wirkkala continually pushed the technical possibilities of glass while maintaining a deep respect for craftsmanship. Winner of numerous Grand Prix awards at the Milan Triennale, recipient of the Pro Finlandia Medal and later named an Academician of Arts, he left an extraordinary legacy that continues to define Finnish design around the world.

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