Oiva Toikka (1981) Willow Grouse (Riekko) Glass Bird 15/11 cm (3)
Oiva Toikka's Willow grouse (Riekko) glass bird with white color, brown spots and clear head. It was crafted by hand, giving it distinctive character and color variations. Iconic Finnish art piece!
The bird is represented in the book "Oiva Toikka's Birds" as shown in the photos.
"The fluid forms of birds are ideally suited to being represented in glass."
Artist
Oiva Toikka
Name
Willow Grouse (Riekko)
Year
1981
Series
Birds (Linnut)
Maker
Nuutajärvi glasswork (Iittala)
Material
Glass
Condition
Very good vintage condition without any chips or cracks
Size
Length: 15 cm / 5.9 in
Height: 11 cm / 4.3 in
Marked
Oiva Toikka, Nuutajärvi
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Price
Not available
Price
$148
Description
Article no.: 59486
Oiva Toikka (1931–2019) was one of the leading Finnish glass and ceramic designers of the 20th century. For many years, he served as artistic director of Nuutajarvi and Iittala glassworks. Oiva is mainly associated with his iconic series of glass birds starting in 1973. His work is displayed at museums around the world.