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White Porcelain Vase by Tapio Wirkkala for Rosenthal

Creator: Tapio Wirkkala - Rosenthal
Offered by: Good Design

Description
White porcelain vase by Tapio Wirkkala for Rosenthal

Germany, c. 1968

Tapio Wirkkala for Rosenthal. Matte relief slip molded porcelain bottle with glazed and matte elements and glazed interior. Model 3040/24 Signed Rosenthal Germany, Studio-Linie. Tapio Wirkkala signature and model number incised into the base under the glaze.

Tapio Wirkkala 1915-1985 graphic artist, designer, and interior designer, was a major figure in the history of twentieth century design. His freelance collaboration with Rosenthal began in 1956. He produced hundreds of designs for their table top lines and their “limited art series” Studio Linie. The work included flatware, glass and table service pieces, along with hundreds of designs for the studio linie, of which this bottle is one. Rosenthal was one of the first companies to work with established artists and designers to make their products. Their dedication to artistry made them into a leading manufacturer. This vase is one of an important series created by Wirkkala for Rosenthal.

9.5″ High, 6″ Diameter

Reference number: ROS-TW-33

More Information

Documentation:	Signed
Origin:	Germany
Period:	1950-1979
Materials:	porcelain
Condition:	Excellent.
Creation Date:	c 1968
Styles / Movements:	Modern, Mid Century
Dealer Reference #:	ROS-TW-33
Incollect Reference #:	169237

Dimensions

H.	9.5 in;	Diam.	6 in;
H.	24.13 cm;	Diam.	15.24 cm;

Message from Seller:

Established in 1999, by antiques dealer Gail Garlick, the gallery focuses on historical works of the 20th Century. Primarily Good Design shows furniture, lighting and decorative arts from Italy, the US and Scandinavia. Meticulous about authenticity, we maintain a substantial research library. Our preference for refined works in original patina have won us an international following of designers, collectors and gallerists.

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