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Helena Tynell (1969) Sculptural Decanters from Riihimäen Lasi

Helena Tynell designed a series of sculptural decanters for Riihimäen Lasi in 1969. It consists of uni-colored bottles with lid and humorous expression. Find your favorite among Helena’s sculptural decanters or learn more about them in our overview.

An Overview of Helena Tynell’s Sculptural Decanters

Helena Tynell (1918–2016) has designed many classics for the Finnish Riihimäen Lasi glassworks. Some of the most well-known objects are the sculptural decanters from 1969. They come with uni-colored glass, lid and humorous expression. The four bottles are characters from the Finnish author Zacharias Topelius’ children story ”Small Matti”. Each decanter were accompanied with small schnapps glass. The series was in production until 1971. Which of Helena’s sculptural decanters is your favorite?

Isoäiti (Grandma), 60 cl

Helena Tynell Riihimäen Lasi Decanter Isoäiti (Grandma)

Isoisä (Grandpa), 60 cl

Helena Tynell Riihimäen Lasi Decanter Isoisä (Grandpa)

Pikku Matti (Small Matti), 60 cl

Helena Tynell Riihimäen Lasi Decanter Pikku Matti (Small Matti)

Maaherra (Governor), 60 cl

Helena Tynell Riihimäen Lasi Decanter Maaherra (Governor)

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