"Set Of 3 Silver And Wood Flame Vases By Tapio Wirkkala, 1960s."
Rare set of 3 silver and wood flame vases by Tapio Wirkkala, 1960s. Tapio Wirkkala (1915-1985) achieved worldwide fame in the early 1950s, following the breakthrough of Finnish industrial design. He was an exceptionally prolific artist who mastered almost all materials and designed everyday objects as well as unique works of art. Each piece is signed by the author and hallmarked. The set consists of a pair and a larger vase. Dimensions: Vase No. 1: Height: 30 cm / Base diameter: 8.5 cm. Vase No. 2 and 3: Height: 26 m / Base diameter: 7 cm. Very good condition of the set. A very graphic model, illustrating the timeless elegance of Wirkkala's masterful design, magnificent!!!