Iittalas aalto vase is an organically shaped icon of finnish design and glasswork. When finnish design legend alvar aalto first showed this deliriously wavy vase at the worlds fair in 1937, its sinuous lines and shape caused an instant sensation. The narrative of a design icon 77 yearold aalto vase. Forever contemporary since 1936, the aalto vase is one of the major modern design icons from the 20th century. The word aalto is finnish for wave and in the 1930s aalto captured the eternal wave in his classic series of vases. Alvar aalto i do not write, i build, said alvar aalto once, and he sure did. In 1936, alvar aalto created his classic series of glass vases. Alvar aalto, pentagon design 1936in 1936, alvar aalto created his classic series of glass vases. Find great deals on ebay for iittala vase and iittala aalto vase. Alvar aalto iittala large 160mm smoked glass savoy vase mid century modern.
Masterworks universe architecture series paperback. The most famous of the objects designed by aalto is the aalto vase, which was first seen at the. The aalto vase, also known as the savoy vase, is a piece of glassware created by alvar aalto. History of the savoy vase design english summary citationdb. The history of a classic vase on the occasion of its 70th anniversary, the company responsible for producing aaltos classic savoy. An intellectual biography that reconsiders the influence of aaltos finnish origins and explores geography as a dominant theme in the history of modern architecture perhaps no other great modern architect has been linked to a native country as closely as alvar aalto 18981976. Aalto presents your home to qualified buyers and agents, discreetly, without exposing it to the entire internet. Wife and mother who sold discreetly, and without disruption. The savoy vase forms the basic pillars of the alvar aalto collection from iittala with its characteristic forms. Alvar aaltos name is wellknown throughout the world of modern architecture and design. The savoy vase has become one of the worlds most famous glass objects, deservedly synonymous with finnish glass art and with iittala. Stephanies agent suggested aalto and they beat all the compsin february. Even now, his designs are recreated by finnish company, iittala, keeping his vision alive through faithful reproductions of his work.
Another cornerstone in the companys history was the famous aalto vase which the legendary architect and designer alvar aalto 18981976 designed for iittala. We took a closer look at the inspiration for this modern icon at. Alvar aalto 1898 1976 was much more than a designer of pretty flower vases, he is considered the most important finnish architect of the twentieth century. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Each and every vase in the alvar aalto collection continues to be mouth blown at the iittala factory and comes in a wide range of colors and sizes. Find great deals on ebay for aalto vase and aalto glass. This architect developed a unique style and designed not only buildings but also very nice pieces of furniture that we. Finnish master alvar aaltos signature vase is a highlight of nordic design. Alvar aalto biography in spanish about alvar aalto modern furniture and the history of moulded plywood role played by alvar alto in the use of moulded plywood for furniture. In 1936, alvar aalto s series of glass vases won first prize in the 1936 karhulaiittala glass design competition. When the designer and architect alvar aalto thought about his unique vase, nature was his source of inspiration. More about iittala aalto white vase 614 with a surname that fittingly means wave in finnish, alvar aalto created these flowing lines in 1936 as an ode finlands waterrich landscape. It was for the savoy restaurant that aaltos now iconic savoy vase was first designed. Timeline of architecture styles, encyclopedia of modern architecture, encyclopedia of 20th century architecture.
His mature style is epitomized by the saynatsalo, fin. Modern furniture and the history of moulded plywood role played by alvar alto in the use of moulded plywood for furniture. Smoked reindeer tongue was on the menu and, as i remember, a lot of schnapps. Its curved forms are legendary today and aaltos vases a world famous classic of finnish design. The alvar aalto collection is a collection of vases and bowls that can also be used as serving dishes and decorations and are just as versatile as when aalto first designed them.
Iittala alvar aalto alvar aalto collection iittala. Aalto won the competition, and his freeform objects, ranging from a shallow dish to a tall vase, enjoyed instant popularity. Alvar aalto biography in spanish about alvar aalto. Today, just as then, each and every vase in the alvar aalto collection is mouth blown at the iittala glass factory. Alvar aalto midcentury modernism style antiques for sale ebay. The centenary of aaltos birth in 1998 was marked in finland not only by several books and exhibitions, but also by the promotion of specially bottled red and white aalto wine and a specially designed cupcake. An intellectual biography that reconsiders the influence of aalto s finnish origins and explores geography as a dominant theme in the history of modern architecture perhaps no other great modern architect has been linked to a native country as closely as alvar aalto 18981976. It became known as the savoy vase because it was one of a range of custom furnishings and fixtures created by alvar and aino aalto for the luxury savoy restaurant in helsinki that opened in 1937. With his mysterious forms, he made a revolutionary statement against industrial production that failed to meet human needs. The unique and abidingly contemporary form is just as fresh today as it was in 1936. It became known as the savoy vase because it was one of a range of custom furnishings and fixtures created by alvar and aino aalto for the luxury savoy restaurant. The aalto vase, also known as the savoy vase, is a piece of glassware created by alvar aalto and his wife aino that has become an internationally known iconic piece of finnish design. Tealights, drinking glasses and alvar aalto vase stocked at vessel candlelight for an outdoor table blue mood via interior break. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search.
Baker dormitory at mit, and the aalto vase, selected and analyzed in detail by aalto scholar goran schildt, with an introduction by professor michael trencher of pratt institute. Inspired by waves aalto in finnish in the water, the vase is a symbol of finnish design and one of the most famous glass objects in the world. Alvar aalto design dictionary illustrated article about alvar aalto. The sinuous curves of alvar aaltos vase known interchangeably as the savoy vase and aalto vase were a. May 17, 2006 the history of a classic vase on the occasion of its 70th anniversary, the company responsible for producing aalto s classic savoy vase issues two new special editions laurie manfra. This vase, known variously as the paris object, the aalto, and the savoy, is still in production today as a classic example of the scandinavian avantgarde. Both wirkkala and sarpaneva triumphed at the milan triennales in the 1950s, thus ensuring international acclaim for finnish glass. Aalto vase the alvar aalto vase by iittala finnstyle. Alvar aalto an intellectual biography that reconsiders the influence of aalto s finnish origins and explores geography as a dominant theme in the history of modern architecture perhaps no other great modern architect has been linked to a native country as closely as alvar aalto 18981976.
Organic and flowing, it was inspired by finnish architect alvar aalto s awardwinning 1937 water vase. Alvar aalto project gutenberg selfpublishing ebooks. Short history of savoy vase, a famous modernist glass vase designed by the finnish architect alvar aalto in 1936, and still in production. An annotated bibliography garland bibliographies in architecture and planning by william c miller 1 jan 1984. The unique shape of alvar aalto s vase, designed in 1936, is forever modern and remains one of the major icons of glass design. This best known design object from finland is at the same time one of the most famous glass objects in the world. In 1936, alvar aaltos series of glass vases won first prize in the 1936 karhula iittala glass design competition. Alvar aalto biography, designs, career, works informationcradle. The famous savoy vase, contoured like the shores of a lake, is nearly impossible to arrange flowers in, but aaltos sketches for the vase are among the loveliest pieces in the show. Jan 11, 20 this minidocumentary takes you through the process of making this instantly recognizable glass vase designed in 1936 by famous finnish architect, alvar aalto. The alvar aalto collection has been a staple of modern scandinavian design and the most iconic series in the iittala range ever since. Jan 23, 2020 aalto was featured in the 50 mk note in the last series of the finnish markka before its replacement by the euro in 2002.
Alvar aalto, finnish architect, city planner, and furniture designer whose international reputation rests on a distinctive blend of modernist refinement, indigenous materials, and personal expression in form and detail. Blue alvar aalto vase, kivi and kastehelmi votives, iittala the post design classic. Compared to the decorative objects of the time, the simple yet organic shape of this vase was a revolutionary statement. Alvar aaltos savoy vase for iittala appeared first on dekoration.
The narrative of a design icon 77 yearold aalto vase the aalto vase was an international sensation already as the prototype during the paris world fair in 1937. New listing alvar aalto iittala vase finland dual color whitegreen interior large 160mm. Paimio sanatorium 192833 rakennustieto publishing, december 2014 includes a history of tuberculosis sanatoria in finland and elsewhere, background on the building, selected sketches and working drawings, recent views, archival photographs aalto on the construction site in plusfours, and a useful description. Today, this undulating masterpiece is still a best seller at powerhouse glass manufacturer iittala, which is featured in momas collection, as is the aalto vase itself. Another cornerstone in the companys history was the famous aalto vase. Alvar aalto midcentury modernism style antiques for sale. Alvar aalto in german, french and italian in the online historical dictionary of switzerland. Alvar aalto 1898 1976 was much more than a designer of pretty flower vases, he is considered the most important finnish architect of the. Profusely illustrated with fullcolor photographs, as well as drawings and plans, this book. Feb 26, 1998 the famous savoy vase, contoured like the shores of a lake, is nearly impossible to arrange flowers in, but aalto s sketches for the vase are among the loveliest pieces in the show. Over the course of his lifetime, he distinguished himself with his flowing vases and avantgarde furniture. Alvar aalto created the aalto vase design in 1936 and entered it in the karhulaiittala glass design.
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