Elegant art glass vase “Kalla”, designed by Mikko Helander for Humppilan Lasi, Finland, in the 1960s. The form reflects the organic, flowing silhouette of a calla lily, a recurring motif in Finnish modernist glass. The design translates the natural curve of the flower into a balanced sculptural shape with a softly tilted rim and a narrow, tapering neck.
Made of hand-blown, free-formed glass, the vase features delicate engraved linear decoration winding subtly around the body. The clear glass captures and refracts light, giving the object both clarity and depth.
Design and Materials
Designer: Mikko Helander
Manufacturer: Humppilan Lasi, Finland
Period: 1960s
Model: Kalla
Material: hand-blown, free-formed glass
Technique: engraved linear decoration
Height: 24.5 cm
Color: clear glass with slight warm tint
Condition
Very good vintage condition. Light signs of use consistent with age. No cracks or chips.
Style Notes
A distinctive example of Finnish modernist glass, combining technical precision with organic movement. The “Kalla” vase captures the restrained elegance and sculptural clarity characteristic of midcentury Nordic design.
