Vintage art glass bowl and vase from the Pro Arte series designed by Oiva Toikka for Nuutajärvi. The bowl-shaped vase stands on a narrow circular foot that widens into a generous rounded body with a straight open rim.
The surface shows a speckled decoration in orange and silver tones, recalling the autumn vegetation of the northern tundra. Each piece in the series is handmade, making every example unique.
The glass is iridised, a technique that creates a subtle metallic sheen and shifting reflections across the surface.
Designer and Context
Oiva Toikka (1931–2019) is one of Finland’s most notable glass artists. The Pro Arte series reflects his experimentation with colour and surface texture. The decoration recalls elements of his Tunturissa series (1987–1989).
Dimensions
Height: 13 cm
Diameter: 17 cm
Condition
Very good vintage condition with no chips or cracks, slight traces of use.
Why buy vintage glass by Oiva Toikka?
Oiva Toikka is a Scandinavian design legend. For many years he worked for the Nuutajärvi art glassworks.
He equally successful worked with both laconic and decorative forms. His items are often unusual and impulsive.
Oiva Toikka has worked as a designer for over 50 years. During this time, he received worldwide recognition: Finland's highest award in the field of culture, Pro Finlandia, similar, the Swedish Prince Eugene medal; became a professor of Arts in his country and in Sweden.
