Description
Kaj Franck is one of the most internationally renowned Finnish ceramic and glass designer. Franck designed for Arabia, Artek, Iittala and Nuutajärvi. He served as the artistic director of the Nuutajärvi glassworks from 1950 to 1973.
During his career, Franck won many design competitions and recognitions, including at the Milan Triennial in 1951 and 1954, the Grand Prix of the Milan Triennial in 1957, the Compasso d’Oro award, the Prince Eugen Medal, and the Lunning Prize. He received the Pro Finlandia medal in 1957.
Rare find! This art glass vase is in very good condition for its age.
Designed in 1954.
Designer: Kaj Franck (1911-1989)
Brand: Nuutajärvi
Material: Blown glass
Color: Clear
Observations: Nuutajärvi sticker. The art glass shows some signs of use; light scratching on the side and on the bottom. One tiny chip on the rim. Features the typical characteristic irregularities and waviness of glass production from the period. See more details in the pictures.
Size (approximately):
Height 18,5 cm
Diameter of the top 12,2 cm
Diameter of the bottom 7,8 cm
Weight 0,342 kg
