Legendary Finnish designer Oiva Toikka's iconic collection of Iittala glass birds combine his passion for nature and blown glass art. Each bird is a unique art object. Handcrafted and mouthblown at the Iittala Glass Factory, the collection embodies a rich fusion of glassmaking traditions. Iittala brings a familiar gentleman back to the flock in a new softer sand color. Birds by Toikka Butler brings cordial charm with his dapper dinner jacket and tails, prominent beak and sleek tuft of hair. Classic stripes accentuate his prim posture. Pairs beautifully with his colleague, the Waiter.
Brand:Iittala of Finland
Country:
Finland
SKU:
IT-1050264-FJ
Material:
Mouth-Blown Glass
Care:Handwash Only
Color:Sand
Designer:Oiva Toikka
Dimensions:6.3" x 10.25"
Oiva Toikka
Oiva Toikka (1931 - 2019) is one of the greatest names in Nordic glassware. Toikka originally trained in ceramics and later moved to glassware. He designed the Kastehelmi Dewdrop dinnerware collection for Iittala in 1964. In 1973 he began making Iittala glass birds for which he has become world-renowned. Over the years Toikka worked in many other mediums, including textile design and as a stage and costume designer, and with the release of a new Iittala glass bird each year, Oiva Toikka has the reputation as a leader of Finnish glass and design.
Iittala of Finland
Iittala Finland: Classic modern Scandinavian design for your home and life. Iittala objects are beautiful, functional and durable. Designed for mixing and matching, you'll be able to add to your Iittala collection over time and create new and exciting combinations. Browse the full collection of functional, beautiful Iittala Finland objects. Fjorn Scandinavian offers one of the largest assortments in the USA and the Best Price Guarantee with Free Shipping & Insurance on orders $75 or more.
