{"product_id":"tapio-wirkkala-kaleva-champagne-glass","title":"Tapio Wirkkala Kaleva Champagne Glass for Iittala","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"75\" data-end=\"161\"\u003eTapio Wirkkala vintage champagne glass from the Kaleva series designed by Wirkkala for Iittala.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"163\" data-end=\"434\"\u003eThe form is unusually architectural for a drinking glass. A thick sculptural base rises into a long narrowing body that opens delicately toward the rim. The proportions give the piece a quiet sense of tension, balancing heaviness and fragility within the same silhouette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"436\" data-end=\"663\"\u003eInside the heavy lower section, light bends through a deep optical indentation typical of Wirkkala’s glass work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"665\" data-end=\"786\"\u003eOriginally designed as a champagne glass, the piece also works beautifully as a small vase for a single flower or branch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"zg3u00\" data-start=\"788\" data-end=\"799\"\u003eDesigner\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"801\" data-end=\"815\"\u003eTapio Wirkkala\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"817\" data-end=\"1007\"\u003eTapio Wirkkala is considered one of the central names in Finnish modern design. His work for Iittala helped define the international image of Scandinavian glass during the twentieth century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1009\" data-end=\"1270\"\u003eAcross glass, sculpture, and industrial design, Wirkkala repeatedly explored themes connected with northern nature: ice, flowing water, polished stone and organic movement. His objects often rely on proportion, texture, and light rather than decorative detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1272\" data-end=\"1351\"\u003eToday his works remain among the most collected pieces of Finnish glass design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"191r93y\" data-start=\"1353\" data-end=\"1362\"\u003eSeries\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1364\" data-end=\"1370\"\u003eKaleva\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1372\" data-end=\"1403\"\u003eProduced between 1979 and 1991.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1372\" data-end=\"1403\"\u003eThe Kaleva series belongs to the later period of Finnish modern glass design developed by Tapio Wirkkala for Iittala.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1nmn6a\" data-start=\"1405\" data-end=\"1420\"\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1422\" data-end=\"1439\"\u003eIittala\u003cbr\u003eFinland\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1ix3rke\" data-start=\"1441\" data-end=\"1452\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1454\" data-end=\"1465\"\u003eClear glass\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"7q4hfq\" data-start=\"1467\" data-end=\"1480\"\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1482\" data-end=\"1534\"\u003eHeight: 16.4 cm\u003cbr\u003eDiameter: 5.5 cm\u003cbr\u003eCapacity: 16 cl\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"hrykuu\" data-start=\"1536\" data-end=\"1548\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1550\" data-end=\"1619\"\u003eVery good vintage condition with light traces of age and careful use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1s46k8l\" data-start=\"1621\" data-end=\"1638\"\u003eDesign Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1640\" data-end=\"1816\"\u003eThe lower part of the glass carries substantial weight, while the upper section becomes thin and airy toward the rim. This contrast gives the object its recognizable character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1818\" data-end=\"2013\"\u003eAgainst dark surfaces the thick clear base gathers reflections and creates almost mirrored depth inside the glass. The elongated shape also makes the piece visually striking when displayed empty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1hryw4m\" data-start=\"2015\" data-end=\"2021\"\u003eUse\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"2023\" data-end=\"2141\"\u003eOriginally intended for champagne, sparkling wine, or desserts. Also works naturally as a decorative single stem vase.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Iittala","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53939301843285,"sku":null,"price":26.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0865\/9383\/1253\/files\/Tapio_Wirkkala_Iittala_Kaleva_Cahmpagne_Glass_Molna_Vintage.jpg?v=1779133807","url":"https:\/\/www.molnavintage.com\/products\/tapio-wirkkala-kaleva-champagne-glass","provider":"Molna Vintage","version":"1.0","type":"link"}