Oiva Toikka Glass Iittala Red Large Glass Sculpture Bird

Oiva Toikka Glass Iittala Red Large Glass Sculpture Bird
Oiva Toikka Glass Iittala Red Large Glass Sculpture Bird
Oiva Toikka Glass Iittala Red Large Glass Sculpture Bird
Oiva Toikka Glass Iittala Red Large Glass Sculpture Bird
Oiva Toikka Glass Iittala Red Large Glass Sculpture Bird
Oiva Toikka Glass Iittala Red Large Glass Sculpture Bird
Oiva Toikka Glass Iittala Red Large Glass Sculpture Bird
Oiva Toikka Glass Iittala Red Large Glass Sculpture Bird
Oiva Toikka Glass Iittala Red Large Glass Sculpture Bird
Oiva Toikka Glass Iittala Red Large Glass Sculpture Bird
Oiva Toikka Glass Iittala Red Large Glass Sculpture Bird
Oiva Toikka Glass Iittala Red Large Glass Sculpture Bird
Oiva Toikka Glass Iittala Red Large Glass Sculpture Bird

Oiva Toikka Glass Iittala Red Large Glass Sculpture Bird
Beautiful example of this Finnish artist art glass bird (in the style of a pigeon). Good vintage condition no visible marks signed on base in the right light a beautiful red shines through. A great piece to add to your collection be sure to look at all photos we took under two. 6 3/4 high by 12 in Long (from tip of beak to end) by 5 wide at widest section. About the artist: (from glsssbirds. Com). Professor Oiva Toikka one of Finland’s most famous glass artists. His work dates back to the 1950’s but is still as popular today. He is most well known for his Birds by Toikka series which took flight in 1972; since then, more than four hundred glass bird designs have been hatched. The collection continues to grow and showcases his boundless imagination, love for nature, and glass expertise. Each bird is designed by him, many based on actual species, before being handcrafted in Finland by iittala’s master glassblowers. Their handcrafted nature allows each one to be a unique pieces of art. Collecting these birds has become a shared love across continents between bird lovers, glass art enthusiasts, and fans of Finnish design. Toikka has won numerous prestigious awards including the Kaj Franck Design Prize and the Prince Eugen Medal. In 1993, Toikka was given the honorary title of Professor of the Arts by the state of Finland.
Oiva Toikka Glass Iittala Red Large Glass Sculpture Bird