Vintage reversible vase–candleholder named Juno, designed by Pentti Sarpaneva in the late 1960s for the Finnish glassworks Mäntyharjun Lasi. The piece is made of amber-colored glass and can be displayed in two positions: as a vase or as a chunky candleholder, depending on which side is up.
Dimensions
Height is 14 cm, Diameter is 11 cm. Excellent vintage condition.
Form
Its sculptural form is Space age: a thick column connects two bulbous, disc-like shapes that resemble spacecraft forms or futuristic architecture. The design has a strong, even monumental presence, which is characteristic of Sarpaneva’s interior objects.
Interiors
It works well in both minimalist and mid-century interiors, especially spaces with natural materials, darker tones or retro-futuristic elements. It can be used as a statement object on a shelf, coffee table, or sideboard, with or without a candle or flowers.
