{"product_id":"brutalist-kivi-set-candle-holder-humppila-finland","title":"Brutalist Kivi-set candle holder, signed | Humppila Finland","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"81\" data-end=\"329\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eHeavy art glass candle holder from the Kivi Set series, designed by Pertti Santalahti for Humppila Glassworks in Finland. Produced during the 1980s, the piece combines clear textured glass with deep amber sections that gather light near the base.\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"331\" data-end=\"542\"\u003eIts rounded, irregular outline resembles a small stone formation. The surface is deliberately uneven, with rippled walls, raised edges and dense areas of colour that give the glass a strong sculptural character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"331\" data-end=\"542\"\u003eSigned: Pertti Santalahti Humppila Finland.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"544\" data-end=\"577\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"544\" data-end=\"577\"\u003eDesigned for Two Candle Sizes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"579\" data-end=\"762\"\u003eThe candle holder can be used with two types of candles. The central opening accommodates a narrow candle, while the broader recess is suitable for a tealight or another small candle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"764\" data-end=\"961\"\u003eThe amber glass becomes warmer when illuminated, while the clear outer sections scatter the light across the textured surface. It also works well as a small decorative glass object when not in use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"963\" data-end=\"992\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"963\" data-end=\"992\"\u003eInspired by Nordic Nature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"994\" data-end=\"1237\"\u003eDuring the second half of the 20th century, Nordic glass designers often drew on the forms of ice, stone, bark and water. Santalahti translated these natural references into thick glass with rough surfaces and flowing, irregular contours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1239\" data-end=\"1374\"\u003eThe Kivi Set name refers to stone, and this compact design has the weight, colour and uneven silhouette of a polished mineral fragment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1376\" data-end=\"1397\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1376\" data-end=\"1397\"\u003ePertti Santalahti\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1399\" data-end=\"1610\"\u003ePertti Santalahti was a Finnish glass artist closely associated with Humppila Glassworks. His designs are known for bold natural textures, substantial forms and strong contrasts between clear and coloured glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1612\" data-end=\"1707\"\u003eExamples of his work are represented in museum collections, including the Finnish Glass Museum.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1709\" data-end=\"1720\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1709\" data-end=\"1720\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1722\" data-end=\"1749\"\u003eDesigner: Pertti Santalahti\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1751\" data-end=\"1784\"\u003eManufacturer: Humppila Glassworks\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1786\" data-end=\"1802\"\u003eSeries: Kivi Set\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1804\" data-end=\"1819\"\u003eOrigin: Finland\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1821\" data-end=\"1834\"\u003ePeriod: 1980s\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1836\" data-end=\"1855\"\u003eMaterial: Art glass\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1857\" data-end=\"1880\"\u003eColour: Clear and amber\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1882\" data-end=\"1926\"\u003eFunction: Candle holder for two candle sizes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1928\" data-end=\"1940\"\u003eHeight: 6 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1942\" data-end=\"1959\"\u003eDiameter: 11.5 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1942\" data-end=\"1959\"\u003eWeight: 0.82 kg\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1961\" data-end=\"1974\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1961\" data-end=\"1974\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1976\" data-end=\"2098\"\u003eExcellent vintage condition.\u003cstrong data-start=\"2100\" data-end=\"2120\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Humppila","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54369601192277,"sku":null,"price":26.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0865\/9383\/1253\/files\/Brutalist_Decor_Art_Glass_Candle_Holder_Kivi_set_Humppila_Finland_Molna_Vintage.jpg?v=1783970767","url":"https:\/\/www.molnavintage.com\/products\/brutalist-kivi-set-candle-holder-humppila-finland","provider":"Molna Vintage","version":"1.0","type":"link"}