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Oiva Toikka (1982) Crow (Varis) Glass Bird 22/10 cm
Oiva Toikka's "Crow" (Varis) glass bird with a rounded shape, black glass, and stylistic expression. It was mouth-blown and handcrafted, giving it distinctive character and color variations.
The crow was designed in 1982 as part of the ”Birds” (Linnut) series. Iconic Finnish design!
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
Crow (Varis)
Year
1982
Series
Birds (Linnut)
Maker
Nuutajärvi glasswork (Iittala)
Material
Glass
Condition
Very good vintage condition without chips or cracks. Minor wear.
Size
Length: 22 cm / 8.7 in
Height: 10 cm / 3.9 in
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Price
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Price
$222
Description
Article no.: 58480
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.