Vintage turquoise glass vase from Hyrrä (Finnish for Spinning top) series designed by Helena Tynell for Riihimäen Lasi. The vase, catalogued as model 6654, is noted for its sculptural, symmetrical form and vibrant color.
The Hyrrä series was presented at the Milan Triennale in 1960, the most prestigious European design exhibition of the mid-20th century, marking its significance in Scandinavian glass design.
Condition
The vase is in a very good vintage condition. There are minimal traces of use, including a faint water deposit inside, visible only upon close inspection. No chips or cracks.
Details
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Designer: Helena Tynell
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Manufacturer: Riihimäen Lasi
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Series: Hyrrä, model 6654
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Year: 1959–1968
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Color: Turquoise
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Dimensions: Height 12.5 cm, Diameter 17 cm
Why buy vintage glass by Helena Tynell?
Tynell was a renowned designer and sculptor who worked with glass. For over 40 years, she was a designer at the Riihimäki Glass Factory. She became one of the first Finnish designers to gain international recognition. In 1954, Tynell's works were exhibited at the first Finnish design exhibition in New York.
Her decorative pieces and glass sculptures are displayed in the Finnish Glass Museum, as well as in museums in Germany and Belgium, where she also worked. Tynell's works are part of the collections of the Finnish and Austrian presidents' families, the Finnish Parliament, and Turku Castle.
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