Vase GN 26, Gunnel Nyman, Nuutajärvi

The Details
Designer: Gunnel Nyman
Object: Vase
Model: GN 26
Series: Standalone piece
Manufacturer: Nuutajärvi
Period of Manufacture: 1949 - 1958 
Material: Glass
Technique: Spike mould, free-blowing
Color: Clear
Width: 88 mm
Length: 88 mm
Height: 240 mm 
Weight: 2040 g
Condition: Excellent condition with minimal signs of wear.
Signed: "G.Nyman"
Numbered: Unnumbered
Keyword: Finnish design.

The Story
Gunnel Nyman’s "GN 26," designed in 1947, is a masterpiece of modern Finnish glass art and one of the designer's defining works. The vase is distinguished by the complex "spike mould" technique, which creates thousands of micro-bubbles within the thick-walled glass, producing a soft, textile-like "curtain" effect when held to light. Nyman was a pioneer of modern Finnish art glass, and her vases shine through the purity of their form and the vitality of the material itself. Because the "GN 26" was produced in limited quantities and required immense craftsmanship, it is highly sought after by collectors. This large-format piece with an original signature offers collectors long-term investment value and historical uniqueness. It is a museum-quality design classic that unites technical virtuosity with minimalist elegance, making it a worthy addition to any discerning art collection.