{"title":"Glass","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"turquoise-harlekiini-vinejug-6-glasses-model-1744","title":"Nanny Still 'Harlekiini' Carafe \u0026 Six Glasses","description":"\u003cp\u003eA wine carafe \u0026amp; six wine glasses from the 'Harlekiini' (Harlequin) series designed by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.artandutility.co.uk\/collections\/all\/nanny-still\" title=\"Nanny Still\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eNanny Still\u003c\/a\u003e in 1958 for \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.artandutility.co.uk\/collections\/all\/riihimaen-lasi-oy\" title=\"Riihimäen Lasi Oy\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eRiihimäen Lasi Oy\u003c\/a\u003e, Finland.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNanny Still's 'Harlekiini' series is perhaps her most renowned design. T\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003ehe full collection includes around 24 elements, such as decanters, jugs, and jars, with each piece composed from precise geometric shapes in turquoise glass. Most items from the series are stemmed with clear glass, lending both a boldness and elegance to the range. The 'Harlekiini' series embodies Nanny Still's confident sense of form, and the range was the beginning of Still's experimentations with colour, which she continued for the rest of her career in glass. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis set includes a stemmed, bulbous carafe \u0026amp; six wine glasses. Each piece has been expertly handblown from vibrant turquoise-blue glass. The cylindrical shape of each glass echoes the neck of the carafe. This scalloped and handless carafe iteration is the rarest within the 'Harlekiini' series.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Riihimäen Lasi Oy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42289357357270,"sku":"","price":580.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0622\/9331\/1702\/products\/Two_pieces_of_Harlekini_glass_by_Nanny_still.jpg?v=1641165833"},{"product_id":"kaj-franck-1475-hooped-vase","title":"Kaj Franck 1475 Hooped Vase","description":"\u003cp\u003eA magnificently-deep-purple coloured soda glass vase, designed by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.artandutility.co.uk\/collections\/glass\/kaj-franck\" title=\"Kaj Franck\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eKaj Franck\u003c\/a\u003e for \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.artandutility.co.uk\/collections\/all\/nuutajarvi-notsjo\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Nuutajärvi Notsjö\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eNuutajärvi Glassworks\u003c\/a\u003e, circa 1965.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis hooped vessel was turned mould blown. Meaning, the piece was 'turned' whilst in the mould to remove any joint lines. Resultantly, the silhouette of this geometric vase is as crisp and refined as its colour.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nuutajärvi Notsjö","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42300772778198,"sku":"","price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0622\/9331\/1702\/products\/Nuutajarvi1475VasebyKajFranck1960s.jpg?v=1641400295"},{"product_id":"jacob-bang-opaline-carafe","title":"Jacob Bang Opaline Carafe","description":"\u003cp\u003eA milk-glass pitcher with brass handle designed by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.artandutility.co.uk\/collections\/all\/jacob-bang\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Jacob Bang\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eJacob E. Bang\u003c\/a\u003e for \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.artandutility.co.uk\/collections\/all\/holmegaard\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Holmegaard\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eKastrup Glassworks\u003c\/a\u003e, Denmark, 1957.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBang was one of the main exponents of functionalism in Danish glass and one of the country's first industrial designers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt first glance, the white and gold colour combination of this carafe suggests it is an elaborate piece. However, looking past the opaline glass, the shape of the vessel is brilliantly economic and \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eergonomic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe design was produced without a metal handle by default. The Dansk Glasværk Reference Museum suggest the handle found on this item was employed for a custom order the factory received. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe model number of the standard hand-blown vessel is 7179.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kastrup Glasværk","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42301263347926,"sku":"","price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0622\/9331\/1702\/products\/Danish_Milk_Glass_Pitcher_Jacob_Bang.jpg?v=1641411401"},{"product_id":"kaj-franck-harso-vase","title":"Kaj Franck 'Harso' Vase","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn early, museum quality example of a 'Harso' vase designed by \u003ca title=\"Kaj Franck\" href=\"https:\/\/www.artandutility.co.uk\/collections\/glass\/kaj-franck\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eKaj Franck\u003c\/a\u003e, Finland, 1953.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe shape of the vase is free-blown whilst the decorative pattern within has been achieved using the ariel technique.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEssentially, a wave pattern has been acid etched around the glass at the core of the piece. Overlaying the \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003etranslucent off-white core is clear glass which has trapped air bubbles in the recesses of the etching beneath. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" title=\"Nuutajärvi Notsjö\" href=\"https:\/\/www.artandutility.co.uk\/collections\/all\/nuutajarvi-notsjo\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eNuutajärvi Glassworks\u003c\/a\u003e produced this design, with the Model Number KF108, for 6 years, from 1953 to 58.\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nuutajärvi Notsjö","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42301457432790,"sku":"","price":220.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0622\/9331\/1702\/files\/collectible-modernist_kaj_franck_harso_vase_nutajarvi.webp?v=1768597418"},{"product_id":"timo-sarpaneva-bird-bottle","title":"Timo Sarpaneva Bird Bottle","description":"\u003cp\u003eA navy blue 'Lintupullo' (Bird Bottle) by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.artandutility.co.uk\/collections\/all\/timo-sarpaneva\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Timo Sarpaneva\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eTimo Sarpaneva\u003c\/a\u003e for \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.artandutility.co.uk\/collections\/all\/iittala\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Iittala\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eIittala\u003c\/a\u003e, Finland. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis elegant carafe was designed in 1956 as part of Sarpaneva's 'i' series of fine table glassware. The series included a number of coloured pitchers and glasses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis carafe features an organic water-droplet form and a delicately proportioned spout. A stunning piece for serving water or wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIittala's famous red 'i' logo was designed by Timo Sarpaneva for the 'i' series which this carafe belongs to. The logo was later adopted by the company as their main branding, and is still in use today.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Iittala","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42301497999574,"sku":"","price":140.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0622\/9331\/1702\/products\/Iittala-Bird-Bottle-Lintupullo-Timo-Sarpaneva.jpg?v=1642268062"},{"product_id":"large-erik-hoglund-carborundum-vase","title":"Erik Höglund Large Carborundum Vase","description":"\u003cp\u003eA large, early 'Carborundum' vase by \u003ca title=\"Erik Höglund\" href=\"https:\/\/www.artandutility.co.uk\/collections\/all\/erik-hoglund\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eErik Höglund\u003c\/a\u003e, designed circa 1955 for \u003ca title=\"Boda\" href=\"https:\/\/www.artandutility.co.uk\/collections\/all\/boda\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBoda\u003c\/a\u003e, Sweden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis vase is part of an experimental series in which silicon carbide was added to the furnace, creating a shimmering iridescence within the blue-grey glass. The series was first presented to the public in 1956 as 'Blå Bubblor' (Blue Bubbles) and was only in production for a short time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Boda","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42301919428822,"sku":"","price":155.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0622\/9331\/1702\/products\/Extra-Large-Erik-Hoglund-Carborundum-Vase.jpg?v=1642970795"},{"product_id":"kaj-franck-soda-bubble-crystal-trio","title":"Kaj Franck Soda Bubble Trio","description":"\u003cp\u003eThree crystal vessels decorated with s\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eoda bubbles, designed by \u003ca title=\"Kaj Franck\" href=\"https:\/\/www.artandutility.co.uk\/collections\/glass\/kaj-franck\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eKaj Franck\u003c\/a\u003e, 1947.\u003cbr\u003eAll three pieces are made with thick high quality glass. Soda bubbles fizz up from the bottom, in varying intensities, which highlights the clarity of the glass and the designs' organic forms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginally, in the spirit of mid-twentieth century living, these items were intended to be an ashtray, cigarette cup and liquor bottle (smallest to largest). This series is one of Franck's earliest and best known for the Iittala Glassworks, which he had only begun working for a year earlier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFranck was appointed a designer at \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" title=\"Iittala\" href=\"https:\/\/www.artandutility.co.uk\/collections\/all\/iittala\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eIittala\u003c\/a\u003e after winning second and third place in a design competition organised by the factory in 1946. He left in 1948 as a grant he was awarded in \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e1949 took him to Italy to study glassmaking. In 1951 he was made artistic director of Nuutajärvi Notsjö.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Iittala","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42302078353622,"sku":"","price":290.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0622\/9331\/1702\/products\/TrioofKajFranckIittalaSodaGlass1940s.jpg?v=1743681454"},{"product_id":"erik-hoglund-primordial-figure","title":"Erik Höglund Primordial Figure","description":"\u003cp\u003eA glass sculpture of a person, \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003edesigned in the 1960's by \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" title=\"Erik Höglund\" href=\"https:\/\/www.artandutility.co.uk\/collections\/all\/erik-hoglund\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eErik Höglund\u003c\/a\u003e and produced by \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" title=\"Boda\" href=\"https:\/\/www.artandutility.co.uk\/collections\/all\/boda\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBoda\u003c\/a\u003e glassworks, Sweden. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eErik Höglund is one of Sweden's most celebrated glass designers, and his popularity reached a sensational peak during the 1960's, around the time of this figure's creation. This seemingly naive character is distinctly Höglund's work, who took inspiration from simple shapes and primordial forms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis sculpture is part of a series which includes figures and animals of different shapes, sizes and colours. The lilac colour is particularly rare.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Boda","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42302103060694,"sku":"","price":140.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0622\/9331\/1702\/products\/Vintage-Scandinavian-Figure-by-Erik-Hoglund.jpg?v=1642266848"},{"product_id":"erkkitapio-siiroinen-amber-locomotive-bottle","title":"Erkkitapio Siiroinen Amber Locomotive Bottle","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn amber 'Veturipullo' (Locomotive Bottle) by designer \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.artandutility.co.uk\/collections\/all\/erkkitapio-siiroinen\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Erkkitapio Siiroinen\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eErkkitapio Siiroinen\u003c\/a\u003e, produced circa 1970 for \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.artandutility.co.uk\/collections\/all\/riihimaen-lasi-oy\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Riihimäen Lasi Oy\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eRiihimäki glassworks\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis collectible bottle was produced in many colours, and was designed to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the railway between Riihimäki and St. Petersburg.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe bottle has been made from rich amber glass, and takes on the form of a steam train.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Riihimäen Lasi Oy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42302253007062,"sku":"","price":95.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0622\/9331\/1702\/products\/Riihimaki-Erkkitapio-Siiroinen-Locomotive-Bottle-Amber.jpg?v=1642267193"},{"product_id":"erik-hoglund-abstract-animal-paperweight","title":"Erik Höglund Abstract Animal Paperweight","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn abstract paperweight by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.artandutility.co.uk\/collections\/all\/erik-hoglund\" title=\"Erik Höglund\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eErik Höglund\u003c\/a\u003e for \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.artandutility.co.uk\/collections\/all\/boda\" title=\"Boda\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBoda\u003c\/a\u003e, Sweden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis animal is composed of highly simplistic forms, but delivers plenty of character due to the nuance of the pose. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHöglund designed this series of paperweights, which includes mostly forms indicative of people, in the mid 1950's. They were produced for a short time making them rare and highly collectible.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Boda","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42304530120918,"sku":"","price":145.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0622\/9331\/1702\/products\/Erik-Hoglund-Boda-Animal-Paperweight-Rare.jpg?v=1747471021"},{"product_id":"large-erik-hoglund-person-paperweight","title":"Erik Höglund Large Paperweight","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAn abstract, large paperweight by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.artandutility.co.uk\/collections\/all\/erik-hoglund\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Erik Höglund\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eErik Höglund\u003c\/a\u003e for \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.artandutility.co.uk\/collections\/all\/boda\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Boda\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eBoda\u003c\/a\u003e, Sweden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis heavy, hand-formed object is a highly simplistic shape which conveys the image of a figure. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHöglund designed this series of paperweights in the mid 1950's. The collection consisted of 'people' in varying shapes and sizes, which were produced for just a short time making them highly collectible.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Boda","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42304670400726,"sku":"","price":145.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0622\/9331\/1702\/files\/lead-image-erik-hoglund-large-modernist-peerson-paperweight-boda-sweden-1950s.jpg?v=1690808948"},{"product_id":"erik-hoglund-arms-paperweight","title":"Erik Höglund Person Paperweight","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA simplistic but characterful paperweight in the form of a person, designed by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.artandutility.co.uk\/collections\/all\/erik-hoglund\" title=\"Erik Höglund\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eErik Höglund\u003c\/a\u003e for \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.artandutility.co.uk\/collections\/all\/boda\" title=\"Boda\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBoda\u003c\/a\u003e, Sweden.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHöglund designed this series of paperweights in the mid 1950's. The collection consisted of 'people' in varying shapes and sizes. A few designs had applied arms, such as this, or buttons. All pieces in the series were produced for just a short time making them highly collectible.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Boda","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42304734724310,"sku":"","price":155.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0622\/9331\/1702\/files\/lead-image-erik-hoglund-boda-sweden-glass-paperweight-person-with-arms-1960s.jpg?v=1690807370"},{"product_id":"kaj-franck-harso-bowl","title":"Kaj Franck 'Harso' Bowl","description":"\u003cp\u003eA  biomorphic 'Harso' (Gauze) bowl designed by \u003ca title=\"Kaj Franck\" href=\"https:\/\/www.artandutility.co.uk\/collections\/glass\/kaj-franck\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eKaj Franck\u003c\/a\u003e, Finland, 1953. The organic shape of the bowl was free-blown whilst the decorative pattern has been achieved using the ariel technique.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eEssentially, a wave pattern is etched around the core of the piece. Overlaying the core is clear glass which has trapped air bubbles in the recesses of the etching beneath. The result is very effective, similar to a net being suspended in mid-air.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough designed as an art piece, the thickness, quality of the glass, and the overall stability mean it could be used. For example, proportionally and colourwise, Nocellara olives would look fantastic served in this bowl.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.artandutility.co.uk\/collections\/all\/nuutajarvi-notsjo\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Nuutajärvi Notsjö\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eNuutajärvi Glassworks\u003c\/a\u003e produced this design, with the Model Number KF109, for 6 years, from 1953 to 58. This is an earlier example being hand etched with the date 1954.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nuutajärvi Notsjö","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42304784040150,"sku":"","price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0622\/9331\/1702\/products\/Finnish_Glass_Harso_Kaj_Franck_109B-owl.jpg?v=1746891614"},{"product_id":"male-erik-hoglund-people-decanter","title":"Erik Höglund Male People Decanter","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" title=\"Erik Höglund\" href=\"https:\/\/www.artandutility.co.uk\/collections\/all\/erik-hoglund\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eErik Höglund\u003c\/a\u003e's 'people' decanters were first made in 1955 at \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" title=\"Boda\" href=\"https:\/\/www.artandutility.co.uk\/collections\/all\/boda\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBoda\u003c\/a\u003e, Sweden, and are arguably his most famous work. This large male variant is an early example from around 1957, and features an elongated neck \u0026amp; highly expressive face.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHöglund became a key figure in the success of Swedish glass during the mid-20th Century. He developed his distinct style during the 1950's, taking inspiration from simple shapes \u0026amp; primordial forms. His work was often figural, and can be described as abstract, rustic and honest.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Boda","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42304859996374,"sku":"","price":230.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0622\/9331\/1702\/products\/Rare-Erik-Hoglund-Person-Decanter-Clear-1950s.jpg?v=1642266504"},{"product_id":"nuutajarvi-glassworks-giant-pitcher","title":"Nuutajärvi Glassworks Giant Pitcher","description":"\u003cp\u003eA pitcher of tremendous proportions made by the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.artandutility.co.uk\/collections\/all\/nuutajarvi-notsjo\" title=\"Nuutajärvi Notsjö\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eNuutajärvi Glassworks\u003c\/a\u003e, in their amber-brown colour, circa 1955. Having seen a stickered version of this giant jug, we can assuredly attribute it to the Nuutajärvi factory, Finland. However, we are still to find evidence confirming the designer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe straight-sided sections, one small \u0026amp; one large, that make up the the upper and lower parts, respectively, bare strong resemblance to \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.britishmuseum.org\/collection\/object\/H_2014-8024-173\" title=\"British Museum - Saara Hopea 1618\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSaara Hopea's Model 1618 jug\u003c\/a\u003e -which won a silver medal at the Milan Triennale of 1954. The flat top edge, shape of the lip and ergonomic handle also match \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eHopea's jug of 1954.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nuutajärvi Notsjö","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42305336410326,"sku":"","price":120.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0622\/9331\/1702\/products\/Large_Nuutajarvi_Notsjo_Glass_Jug_Finland.jpg?v=1642964972"},{"product_id":"erik-hoglund-tall-female-paperweight","title":"Erik Höglund Tall Paperweight","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAn abstract, large paperweight by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.artandutility.co.uk\/collections\/all\/erik-hoglund\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Erik Höglund\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eErik Höglund\u003c\/a\u003e for \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.artandutility.co.uk\/collections\/all\/boda\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Boda\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eBoda\u003c\/a\u003e, Sweden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis handmade object is a highly simplistic form which conveys the image of a female figure. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHöglund designed this series of paperweights in the mid 1950's. The collection consisted of 'people' in varying shapes and sizes, which were produced for just a short time making them highly collectible.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Boda","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42305664286934,"sku":"","price":145.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0622\/9331\/1702\/products\/erik-hoglund-early-female-paperweight-sweden.jpg?v=1644789003"},{"product_id":"kaj-franck-sargasso-vase","title":"Kaj Franck 'Sargasso' Vase","description":"\u003cp\u003eA footed goblet-shaped vase from the 'Sargasso' series designed by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.artandutility.co.uk\/collections\/glass\/kaj-franck\"\u003eKaj Franck\u003c\/a\u003e for \u003ca title=\"Nuutajärvi Notsjö\" href=\"https:\/\/www.artandutility.co.uk\/collections\/all\/nuutajarvi-notsjo\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eNuutajärvi Notsjö\u003c\/a\u003e, 1966.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe name for this series relates to the Sargasso Sea. However, as this unique body of water is known for its calmness and clarity, Frank's inspiration was more precisely Sargassum, the genus of seaweed which also characterises the sea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis brown seaweed has berry-like air bubbles which match the pockets of air trapped in Franck's Sargasso designs, created by soda inclusions. The shape of the vase is turn mould blown, whilst the collared rim is hand-formed.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nuutajärvi Notsjö","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42305677099222,"sku":"","price":80.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0622\/9331\/1702\/files\/Arabia_Finland_Nuutajarvi_Sargasso_Kaj_Franck_6e4a7a62-8e6d-4d75-a518-c4bd5b1b2bc4.jpg?v=1702147031"},{"product_id":"erik-hoglund-polar-bear","title":"Erik Höglund Polar Bear","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA glass polar bear sculpture, designed by \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" title=\"Erik Höglund\" href=\"https:\/\/www.artandutility.co.uk\/collections\/all\/erik-hoglund\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eErik Höglund\u003c\/a\u003e and produced by \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" title=\"Boda\" href=\"https:\/\/www.artandutility.co.uk\/collections\/all\/boda\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBoda\u003c\/a\u003e, Sweden, in the 1960's.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eErik Höglund was one of Sweden's most idiosyncratic and celebrated glass designers, and this seemingly naive object is typical of his work. Höglund developed his distinct style during the 1950's, taking inspiration from the simple forms found in primordial artefacts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis sculpture is part of a series which includes other animals and people of different shapes, sizes and colours.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Boda","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42305845788886,"sku":"","price":95.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0622\/9331\/1702\/products\/SwedishPrimitivePolarBearbyErikHoglund.jpg?v=1764941008"},{"product_id":"bertil-vallien-blue-series-large-vase","title":"Bertil Vallien 'Blue Series' Large Vase","description":"\u003cp\u003ePieces from \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.artandutility.co.uk\/collections\/all\/bertil-vallien\" title=\"Bertil Vallien\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBertil Vallien\u003c\/a\u003e's imaginative \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e'Blå Serien' (Blue Series) perfectly encapsulate the joy and excitable optimism of the 1960's. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis substantial vase was designed in 1965 by Vallien at \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.artandutility.co.uk\/collections\/all\/boda\" title=\"Boda\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBoda\u003c\/a\u003e-Åfors, Sweden. It displays well due to the undulating form and rich blue colour, and will accommodate a large bunch of flowers with ease.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Boda-Åfors","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42305967718614,"sku":"","price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0622\/9331\/1702\/products\/bertil-vallien-bla-serien-large-vase.jpg?v=1642265552"},{"product_id":"erik-hoglund-stout-carborundum-vase","title":"Erik Höglund Small Carborundum Vase","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAn early 'Carborundum' vase by \u003ca title=\"Erik Höglund\" href=\"https:\/\/www.artandutility.co.uk\/collections\/all\/erik-hoglund\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eErik Höglund\u003c\/a\u003e, designed circa 1955 for \u003ca title=\"Boda\" href=\"https:\/\/www.artandutility.co.uk\/collections\/all\/boda\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBoda\u003c\/a\u003e, Sweden.\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThis vase is part of an experimental series in which silicon carbide was added to the furnace, creating a shimmering iridescence within the blue-grey glass. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe series was first presented to the public in 1956 as 'Blå Bubblor' (Blue Bubbles) and whilst well received was only in production for a short time.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Boda","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42306001109206,"sku":"","price":85.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0622\/9331\/1702\/products\/Erik_Hoglund_Carborundum_Vase.jpg?v=1641496048"},{"product_id":"bertil-vallien-goat-chambersticks","title":"Bertil Vallien Goat Chambersticks","description":"\u003cp\u003eA pair of goat candle holders designed by \u003ca title=\"Bertil Vallien\" href=\"https:\/\/www.artandutility.co.uk\/collections\/all\/bertil-vallien\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBertil Vallien\u003c\/a\u003e for \u003ca title=\"Boda\" href=\"https:\/\/www.artandutility.co.uk\/collections\/all\/boda\"\u003eBoda\u003c\/a\u003e Glassworks, Sweden, circa 1975. The main body of the glass goats are formed in a mould, whilst the horns are applied by hand.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese highly idiosyncratic candlesticks are quintessential of Vallien's work. Although he has designed hundreds of pieces for domestic use, Vallien is more of a sculptor who works in glass, rather than a designer of glassware. One of his biggest inspirations are the innumerable myths and legends of Sweden, and in other cultures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe goat depicted in these candlesticks is specifically the Yule goat, whose origin dates back to ancient Pagan festivals. In Sweden, some believe the Yule goat to be an invisible spirit that appears before Christmas to make sure that holiday preparations are being done correctly. The goat eventually took on the role of a gift giver and is sometimes seen in place of, or alongside, Santa. A popular Christmas prank is to make a Yule goat out of straw or wood and then place it in a neighbour’s home without them noticing; the pranked family are then obliged to get rid of it in the same way!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Boda","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42312731623638,"sku":"","price":85.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0622\/9331\/1702\/products\/Bertil-Vallien-Boda-Goat-Candlesticks_d8b1c152-9794-4257-9e39-0b998a4464dc.jpg?v=1644788004"},{"product_id":"kaj-franck-kf-268-conical-vase","title":"Kaj Franck KF 268 Conical Vase","description":"\u003cp\u003eA substantial hand-blown vase designed by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.artandutility.co.uk\/collections\/glass\/kaj-franck\"\u003eKaj Franck\u003c\/a\u003e for \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.artandutility.co.uk\/collections\/all\/nuutajarvi-notsjo\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Nuutajärvi Notsjö\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eNuutajärvi Notsjö\u003c\/a\u003e, Finland. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKaj Franck's work is strongly associated with functional geometry and essential forms. This heavy piece of cased glass features an elegant tapered form with thick, exaggerated foot. The pontil mark has been ground \u0026amp; tunnelled deep into the base, creating a play of light. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe piece was designed in 1960 and produced for 8 years. This vase is dated 1961, making it an early example.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nuutajärvi Notsjö","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42315754635478,"sku":"","price":180.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0622\/9331\/1702\/files\/smoke-grey-kaj-franck-model-KF-268-conical-vase-for-sale-uk.jpg?v=1771610062"},{"product_id":"jacob-bang-substantial-opaline-decanter","title":"Jacob Bang Large Opaline Decanter","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn enormous conical decanter by \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" title=\"Jacob Bang\" href=\"https:\/\/www.artandutility.co.uk\/collections\/all\/jacob-bang\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eJacob Bang\u003c\/a\u003e, hand-blown in milk glass with a teak stopper and rattan grip. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis decanter was designed in 1957 as part of Jacob Bang's 'Opaline' series, which includes decanters, carafes and glasses all produced in an opaque white glass. Variations of each design were produced, and examples with the applied rattan collar are the most desirable amongst collectors. The warm, organic colours of both the vintage rattan and hand-lathed teak stopper are in harmonious contrast with the white glass, making this exceedingly tall form a striking yet sophisticated decorative object. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJacob Bang is regarded as one of Denmark's first industrial designers. His long career was instrumental in the success of Danish design from the Art Deco period up until the Modernism of the 1950's and 60's. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kastrup Glasværk","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42316354683094,"sku":"","price":290.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0622\/9331\/1702\/products\/Large-Holmegaard-Opaline-Decanter-Jacob-Bang.jpg?v=1641678966"},{"product_id":"oiva-toikka-marsh-duck","title":"Oiva Toikka 'Marsh Duck'","description":"\u003cp\u003eA fantastic example of an \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.artandutility.co.uk\/collections\/all\/oiva-toikka\" title=\"Oiva Toikka\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eOiva Toikka\u003c\/a\u003e Bird by the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.artandutility.co.uk\/collections\/all\/nuutajarvi-notsjo\" title=\"Nuutajärvi Notsjö\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eNuutajärvi Glassworks\u003c\/a\u003e, Finland. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOiva Toikka is arguably most famous for an extensive and popular series of glass birds he designed for Nuutajärvi Glassworksover a 40 year period, most of which were inspired by real species of bird found in the wild. This bird, specifically a Marsh Duck, was made by a \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003emaster glassblower in 1991. Unusually, its body has been blown using Neodymium \/ Alexandrite glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDue to the presence of Neodymium oxide in the glass, the duck changes colour in \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003edifferent lighting conditions. It appears lilac (or sometimes pink) in natural sunlight or incandescent light, and smoky blue in fluorescent or white light. With this feature being self-regulating, it would act as an extra, hidden, surprise for someone who receives this collectible as a gift.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nuutajärvi Notsjö","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42316424839382,"sku":"","price":250.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0622\/9331\/1702\/products\/mood-shot-of-collectable-oiva-toikka-alexandrite-iittala-nuutajarvi-finland.jpg?v=1642276797"},{"product_id":"nanny-still-pompadour-vase-candlestick","title":"Nanny Still 'Pompadour' Vase Candlestick","description":"\u003cp\u003eA tall, jubilantly shaped 'Pompadour' vessel designed by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.artandutility.co.uk\/collections\/all\/nanny-still\" title=\"Nanny Still\"\u003eNanny Still\u003c\/a\u003e, 1966. This piece is olive green and clear cased glass, and was produced at the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.artandutility.co.uk\/collections\/all\/riihimaen-lasi-oy\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Riihimäen Lasi Oy\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eRiihimäki Glassworks\u003c\/a\u003e, Finland.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe hooped form of this design not only captures the spirit of the late-1960s but allows the vessel to be multifunctional. This piece can be used as a vase or is perfectly shaped to accommodate dinner candles.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Riihimäen Lasi Oy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42318380957910,"sku":"","price":110.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0622\/9331\/1702\/products\/1960s-finnish-glass-candlestick.jpg?v=1641733369"},{"product_id":"vicke-lindstrand-filigree-vase","title":"Vicke Lindstrand Filigree Vase","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis hand-blown vase was designed by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.artandutility.co.uk\/collections\/all\/vicke-lindstrand\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Vicke Lindstrand\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eVicke Lindstrand\u003c\/a\u003e in 1956 for \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.artandutility.co.uk\/collections\/all\/kosta\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Kosta\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eKosta\u003c\/a\u003e, Sweden, and utilises the Venetian filigree technique.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe soft, organic form of this thick-walled vase is enhanced with white and aubergine filigree stripes that twist gracefully around the whole piece. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLindstrand was a key figure and pioneer in 20th Century Scandinavian design, and this piece is typical of his works in glass which often feature a gently modernist organic form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kosta","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42318564360406,"sku":"","price":110.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0622\/9331\/1702\/products\/swedish-filigree-vase-kosta-vicke-lindstrand-1259.jpg?v=1648300548"},{"product_id":"kaj-franck-3413-slender-vase","title":"Kaj Franck 3413 Slender Vase","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA magnificently-deep-purple coloured soda glass vase, designed by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.artandutility.co.uk\/collections\/glass\/kaj-franck\"\u003eKaj Franck\u003c\/a\u003e for \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.artandutility.co.uk\/collections\/all\/nuutajarvi-notsjo\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Nuutajärvi Notsjö\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eNuutajärvi Glassworks\u003c\/a\u003e, circa 1960.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis tapered vase was turn mould blown. Meaning, the piece was 'turned' whilst in the mould to remove any joint lines. Resultantly, the silhouette of this geometric vase is as crisp and refined as its colour. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nuutajärvi Notsjö","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42318622294230,"sku":"","price":80.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0622\/9331\/1702\/files\/group-shot-of-finnish-glass-vases-in-violet-purple-by-kaj-franck-model-3413.jpg?v=1775815709"},{"product_id":"saara-hopea-votive","title":"Saara Hopea Votive","description":"\u003cp\u003eA hand-blown, cased glass candleholder designed in 1956 by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.artandutility.co.uk\/collections\/all\/saara-hopea\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Saara Hopea\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eSaara Hopea\u003c\/a\u003e for \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.artandutility.co.uk\/collections\/all\/nuutajarvi-notsjo\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Nuutajärvi Notsjö\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eNuutajärvi Notsjö\u003c\/a\u003e, Finland.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSaara Hopea designed glass and fine jewellery as well as furniture. Her works in glass epitomise the minimalist 1950's Finnish style, which is apparent in this piece. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe golden-yellow dish has been cased in a thick layer of crystal glass. The object was designed to hold a tealight candle but it also makes an ideal pin dish or vide poche.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nuutajärvi Notsjö","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42318774337750,"sku":"","price":80.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0622\/9331\/1702\/products\/modernist-cased-glass-votive-saara-hopea_96bbcdc9-b144-414b-8288-aac43b535afe.jpg?v=1676405378"},{"product_id":"erik-hoglund-bottle-w-bull-seal","title":"Erik Höglund Bottle w. 'Bull' Seal","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA hand-blown bottle with an applied seal stamped with a bull, designed by \u003ca title=\"Erik Höglund\" href=\"https:\/\/www.artandutility.co.uk\/collections\/all\/erik-hoglund\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.artandutility.co.uk\/collections\/all\/erik-hoglund\"\u003eErik Höglund\u003c\/a\u003e, circa 1960 for \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.artandutility.co.uk\/collections\/all\/boda\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Boda\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eBoda\u003c\/a\u003e, Sweden. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe pressed image of a walking bull is surprisingly naturalistic for Höglund, but the bottle itself is quintessential of his work, which was often inspired by the rustic ancient forms he greatly admired.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt's not only the honest shape \u0026amp; applied seal that relate to antique bottles, but also the techniques involved in its production. Namely, the bottle has been made using the half-post method.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Boda","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42318791409878,"sku":"","price":70.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0622\/9331\/1702\/products\/Erik-Hoglund-bottle-decanter-cow.jpg?v=1641759568"},{"product_id":"nanny-still-tohveli-vide-poche","title":"Nanny Still 'Tohveli' Vide Poche","description":"\u003cp\u003eA trinket dish designed by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.artandutility.co.uk\/collections\/all\/nanny-still\" title=\"Nanny Still\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eNanny Still\u003c\/a\u003e for \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" title=\"Riihimäen Lasi Oy\" href=\"https:\/\/www.artandutility.co.uk\/collections\/all\/riihimaen-lasi-oy\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eRiihimäki\u003c\/a\u003e, Finland, 1953. The design's Finnish name 'Tohveli' translates as Slipper, and this item is one of Still's earliest art pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs soon as Nanny Still entered Riihimäki she had the opportunity to become acquainted with art products alongside her work for industrial production - this phenomena is often cited by Nordic design industry practitioners’ as integral to their success.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThis vide poche, resembling a curled lily pad, marks the starting point of Still's exploration of various glass making techniques and \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eglass' plasticity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere she is restraint, using white cane in clear glass to make a filigree pattern which swirls around the closing form of the dish. The leaf shape is also delicate and respects the trend for \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eorganic modernism at the time.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Riihimäen Lasi Oy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42319083602134,"sku":"","price":125.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0622\/9331\/1702\/products\/side-profile-of-biomorphic-shaped-nanny-still-design-made-by-riihimaen-lasi-oy-finland.jpg?v=1760633771"},{"product_id":"erik-hoglund-heavy-block-ashtray","title":"Erik Höglund Heavy Brick Vessel","description":"\u003cp\u003eA large \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.artandutility.co.uk\/collections\/all\/erik-hoglund\" title=\"Erik Höglund\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eErik Höglund\u003c\/a\u003e vessel brick with a stylised bull motif stamped into the bowl. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHöglund designed a number of small dishes in 1957, each with a stamped motif and usually depicting an animal or face. These playful, colourful trays are some of the most well-known objects produced at the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.artandutility.co.uk\/collections\/all\/boda\" title=\"Boda\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBoda\u003c\/a\u003e glassworks in Sweden. This ashtray is related to these much-loved items, but an unusually large and heavy example.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe exaggerated form has been poured into a mould and then hand-worked to create grooves at the rim. The depth of this item allows it also to be sturdily placed on its side, to display the image within.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis object is very characteristic of Erik Höglunds work. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eHe developed his distinct style during the 1950's, taking inspiration from the simple forms found in primordial artefacts.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Boda","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42319188918486,"sku":"","price":85.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0622\/9331\/1702\/products\/erik-hoglund-brick-ashtray.jpg?v=1641755412"},{"product_id":"erik-hoglund-rabbit-paperweight","title":"Erik Höglund Rabbit Paperweight","description":"\u003cp\u003eA block of glass in the form of a Rabbit's head by the \u003ca title=\"Boda\" href=\"https:\/\/www.artandutility.co.uk\/collections\/all\/boda\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBoda\u003c\/a\u003e Glassworks, Sweden. The design of this paperweight, by \u003ca title=\"Erik Höglund\" href=\"https:\/\/www.artandutility.co.uk\/collections\/all\/erik-hoglund\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eErik Höglund\u003c\/a\u003e, is honest and very tactile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA face can been distinguished but the overall representation of the animal is abstract. Like the majority of \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHöglund's\u003c\/span\u003e experimental work, the creature is chunky, rounded and rustic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe holes created for the mouth, eyes and nose have been swiftly gouged and plainly reveal this design's origin as a hand carved wooden sculpture. Once cast in brilliantly clear glass, the object takes on the presence of an artefact from a prehistoric culture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Boda","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42332019196118,"sku":"","price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0622\/9331\/1702\/products\/Strange-Hare-or-Rabbit-Crystal-Desk-Ornament.jpg?v=1642282360"},{"product_id":"kaj-franck-usva-vase","title":"Kaj Franck 'Usva' Vase","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis piece was designed by \u003ca title=\"Kaj Franck\" href=\"https:\/\/www.artandutility.co.uk\/collections\/glass\/kaj-franck\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eKaj Franck\u003c\/a\u003e for \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" title=\"Nuutajärvi Notsjö\" href=\"https:\/\/www.artandutility.co.uk\/collections\/all\/nuutajarvi-notsjo\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eNuutajärvi Notsjö\u003c\/a\u003e, Finland, in 1951.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFranck was paramount in the development of Finland's modern aesthetic during the mid-20th century. He is best known for his utilitarian wares, most of which are still influencing product design today whilst remaining thoroughly modern after 70 years.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKaj Franck is less known for his art pieces, such as this vase. The organic shape of this piece encapsulates a Modernist aesthetic whilst being completely considerate to the material, glass; exploiting the material's unique properties in the best way possible. The shape of this vase allows light to be refracted and bounced around the piece, creating rainbows and shadows within. The stunning visual effect is further amplified by the impressive clarity of the glass itself.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nuutajärvi Notsjö","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42349920518358,"sku":"","price":120.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0622\/9331\/1702\/products\/finnish-modernist-glass-vase-kaj-franck.jpg?v=1665220907"},{"product_id":"erik-hoglund-anthropomorphic-paperweight","title":"Erik Höglund Anthropomorphic Paperweight","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAn abstract anthropomorphic paperweight by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.artandutility.co.uk\/collections\/all\/erik-hoglund\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Erik Höglund\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eErik Höglund\u003c\/a\u003e for \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.artandutility.co.uk\/collections\/all\/boda\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Boda\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eBoda\u003c\/a\u003e, Sweden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis handmade object is a highly simplistic form which can either be displayed standing, to convey the image of a human figure, or laid down on the flattened stomach to convey the characteristics of an animal. The head of the piece has been formed at a slight angle; this nuance renders the piece a convincing, abstract representation of both human and animal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHöglund designed this series of paperweights in the mid 1950's. The collection consisted of 'people' in varying shapes and sizes, which were produced for just a short time making them highly collectible.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Boda","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42350428815574,"sku":"","price":95.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0622\/9331\/1702\/files\/lead-image-anthropomorphic-paperweight-person-animal-glass-by-erik-hoglund-boda-sweden.jpg?v=1747465542"},{"product_id":"paolo-venini-inciso-paperweight","title":"Paolo Venini 'Inciso' Paperweight","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis abstract modernist paperweight was handmade at the Venini workshop, Murano, Italy, around 1960. It belongs to \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" title=\"Paolo Venini\" href=\"https:\/\/www.artandutility.co.uk\/collections\/all\/paolo-venini\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePaolo \u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" title=\"Paolo Venini\" href=\"https:\/\/www.artandutility.co.uk\/collections\/all\/paolo-venini\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eVenini\u003c\/a\u003e's 'Inciso' series, in which glass items are wheel-engraved to create a textural frosted surface. This laborious process lends the item an almost ethereal quality, and results in each piece being very tactile. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCased within the centre of the cube-like, textured shell is a globule of teal glass.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Venini","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42353427775702,"sku":"","price":180.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0622\/9331\/1702\/products\/1960s-murano-glass-paperweight-paolo-venini-inciso.jpg?v=1642358045"},{"product_id":"erik-hoglund-tjur-vase","title":"Erik Höglund 'Tjur' Vase","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe popularity of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.artandutility.co.uk\/collections\/all\/erik-hoglund\" title=\"Erik Höglund\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eErik Höglund\u003c\/a\u003e's highly individual works in glass reached a sensational peak during the 1960's when his unique style was hugely successful for the Boda glassworks in Sweden. Many designs from this period, along with Höglund himself, have become enduring icons of Swedish modernism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHöglund left the Boda glassworks in 1973, not returning to glass until the 1980's. Although Höglund's work is deeply rooted in a specific kind of modernism, some of his most striking and artistically successful designs are his interpretation of the post-modern aesthetic, some of which are as equally revered and iconic as his earlier work.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis decorative hand-blown vase is from the 'Tjur' (Bull) series of 1992, and features the opaque red face of a bull-calf encased within clear glass. The calf's ears extend beyond the rim of the vase, and have been tooled by hand to convey a softness. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis striking piece is an example of Höglunds successful experimentation with colour and form during the Post-Modern period. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Strömbergshyttan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42404990288086,"sku":"","price":400.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0622\/9331\/1702\/products\/erik-hoglund-strombergshyttan-vase-with-face.jpg?v=1643486948"},{"product_id":"timo-sarpaneva-kyynel-art-object","title":"Timo Sarpaneva 'Kyynel' Art Object","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" title=\"Iittala\" href=\"https:\/\/www.artandutility.co.uk\/collections\/all\/iittala\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eIittala\u003c\/a\u003e are widely regarded as the most important post-war glass manufacturer in the world. Their huge success was accelerated in the 1950's when innovative designs by Tapio Wirkkala and Timo Sarpaneva took the Milan Triennale's by storm. This secured the glassworks' reputation as innovators in modernist design, and positioned Finland as a beacon of progressive ideas for the modern world. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe sheer energy and enthusiasm at the factory during the mid 20th century can be attributed to the rivalry between the two aforementioned designers. This conflict only brought out the very best in each designer, defining the language of modernism in the process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis rare and elegant 'Kyynel' (Teardrop) art object was designed in 1954 by \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" title=\"Timo Sarpaneva\" href=\"https:\/\/www.artandutility.co.uk\/collections\/all\/timo-sarpaneva\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTimo Sarpaneva\u003c\/a\u003e, the year he won Grand Prix at the \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eMilan Triennale. The piece takes the form of a droplet of water, and suspended within floats an air bubble in the shape of a teardrop. A second bubble spans the top of the piece. This is an excellent example of Sarpaneva's artistic capabilities, exploiting the unique liquid properties of the medium of glass to create an object of poetry.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Iittala","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42406071828694,"sku":"","price":345.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0622\/9331\/1702\/products\/timo-sarpaneva-kyynel-art-object.jpg?v=1756983026"},{"product_id":"nanny-still-ilmapallo-vase","title":"Nanny Still 'Ilmapallo' Vase","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn ‘Ilmapallo’ (Balloon) vase or art object designed by \u003ca title=\"Nanny Still\" href=\"https:\/\/www.artandutility.co.uk\/collections\/all\/nanny-still\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eNanny Still\u003c\/a\u003e for \u003ca title=\"Riihimäen Lasi Oy\" href=\"https:\/\/www.artandutility.co.uk\/collections\/all\/riihimaen-lasi-oy\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eRiihimäki Glassworks\u003c\/a\u003e, 1961.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJust as the name suggests, this piece of glass is a bulbous inflated balloon shaped bubble, on a stem, with the pale violet colour of the transparent glass being also suggestive of the designs' visual lightness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe successful drama captured in the ‘Ilmapallo’ series owes thanks to Still's development of the 'Harlekiini' service in 1958. Undoubtedly, this is where Still mastered how to exploit strong colour and juxtapose bulbous geometric forms with elongated or squat silhouettes. Still’s exaggerated Bottles (1959) and Saturnus (Saturn) vessels (1960) were also designed just after the seminal Harlekiini service.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Riihimäen Lasi Oy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42406510198998,"sku":"","price":600.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0622\/9331\/1702\/products\/profile-image-of-deep-purple-coloured-ilmapallo-or-balloon-vase-designed-by-finnish-glass-artist-nanny-still-1961.jpg?v=1642888007"},{"product_id":"nanny-still-pajazzo-vase","title":"Nanny Still 'Pajazzo' Vase","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.artandutility.co.uk\/collections\/all\/nanny-still\" title=\"Nanny Still\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eNanny Still\u003c\/a\u003e's confident use of colour and geometry ensure her designs for \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.artandutility.co.uk\/collections\/all\/riihimaen-lasi-oy\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Riihimäen Lasi Oy\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eRiihimäki\u003c\/a\u003e embody the excitement and optimism of the post-war period. The vibrant success of her works in glass, along with her influential interpretation of modernism, make her one of the most important and coveted Finnish designers of the 20th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis psychedelic hand-blown vase is from Still's 'Pajazzo' series, 1970. The unusual form serves as a playful reflection of the period's style. The flared cylinder and distinctive large spheres are accentuated with a textured concentric pattern of raised hoops and curved lines. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Riihimäen Lasi Oy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42407297089750,"sku":"","price":300.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0622\/9331\/1702\/products\/nanny-still-1301-pajazzo-vase.jpg?v=1642926310"},{"product_id":"nanny-still-saturnus-vase","title":"Nanny Still 'Saturnus' Vase","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe leaps and bounds of perceived progression during the 1950's sparked a huge interest in science, space, and in human possibility. It may be easy therefore to attribute the inspiration for this piece, which dates from 1960, as it appears to embody a literal representation of the Space Race, both in form and by name. However, instead of creating something gaudy or kitsch, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.artandutility.co.uk\/collections\/all\/nanny-still\" title=\"Nanny Still\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eNanny Still\u003c\/a\u003e has taken this optimism to design one of the most delicate and beautiful objects in her entire portfolio. The soft yellow 'Saturnus' vase utilises the masterly capabilities of the most skilful glassblowers at the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.artandutility.co.uk\/collections\/all\/riihimaen-lasi-oy\" title=\"Riihimäen Lasi Oy\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eRiihimäki glassworks\u003c\/a\u003e to create Still's own etherial interpretation of an image of space. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis exquisite piece has been handmade with cerium yellow glass. The spheroid vase features a dramatically flared rim, creating the impression of Saturn's ring. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Riihimäen Lasi Oy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42407366492374,"sku":"","price":195.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0622\/9331\/1702\/products\/nanny-still-saturnus-cerium-yellow-model-6462_7ac8d0ce-32dd-4fdd-a774-f72adfa5a58e.jpg?v=1642943157"},{"product_id":"tamara-aladin-1464-hooped-vase","title":"Tamara Aladin 1464 Hooped Vase","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe most prolific of the three female designers that dominated \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" title=\"Riihimäen Lasi Oy\" href=\"https:\/\/www.artandutility.co.uk\/collections\/all\/riihimaen-lasi-oy\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eRiihimäki\u003c\/a\u003e’s vast output during the 1960’s and 70’s was \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" title=\"Tamara Aladin\" href=\"https:\/\/www.artandutility.co.uk\/collections\/all\/tamara-aladin\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTamara Aladin\u003c\/a\u003e. During her 17 years at the company, Aladin utilised her bold sense of form and colour to design decorative art glass, largely for export collections. Knowing her work was predominantly for the international market, Aladin broke away from the minimal Finnish aesthetic of the 1950’s to draw influence from the bright, new, Pop-Art movement which was still developing during the first part of her career.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis hooped vase is a quintessential example of Tamara Aladin's work, but was produced for one year only, making it a rare example. The deep aubergine colour is in high contrast to the clear base, which itself has been impressed with concentric circles underneath. The shape is undulating, with 'hoops' forming at the waist. The vase tapers into a conical swoop to create a striking silhouette.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Riihimäen Lasi Oy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42407579877590,"sku":"","price":120.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0622\/9331\/1702\/products\/tamara-aladin-1464-aubergine-vase.jpg?v=1642941322"},{"product_id":"ulla-maija-vikman-puisto-vases","title":"Ulla-Maija Vikman 'Puisto' Vases","description":"\u003cp\u003eA group of 'Puisto' (Garden) vases by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.artandutility.co.uk\/collections\/all\/ulla-maija-vikman\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Ulla-Maija Vikman\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eUlla-Maija Vikman\u003c\/a\u003e for \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.artandutility.co.uk\/collections\/all\/riihimaen-lasi-oy\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Riihimäen Lasi Oy\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eRiihimäki\u003c\/a\u003e, 1968. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis trio of vases serves as a reflection of the youthful, playful and exciting era of the 1960's. Vikman was just an intern at the glassworks when this series was put into production, and each piece embodies her bright optimism. The vases are abstract representations of flowers and trees, conveyed using joyful shapes and vibrant red glass. Each piece is hand-blown into a turn-mould and then 'planted' into a base of clear glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVikman chose not to work in glass for long, instead becoming a successful textile artist whose work is featured in museum collections worldwide. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Riihimäen Lasi Oy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42407683162326,"sku":"","price":270.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0622\/9331\/1702\/products\/mid-century-finnish-glass-vases-puisto-riihimaki.jpg?v=1642949392"},{"product_id":"eric-hoglund-conjoined-heads-vase","title":"Erik Höglund Rectangular Heads Vase","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA substantial mould-blown rectangular vase by \u003ca title=\"Erik Höglund\" href=\"https:\/\/www.artandutility.co.uk\/collections\/all\/erik-hoglund\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eErik Höglund\u003c\/a\u003e featuring two characterful faces at each end, both with stylised ears and jawlines that decorate the front and back of the piece. The vase, handmade at \u003ca title=\"Boda\" href=\"https:\/\/www.artandutility.co.uk\/collections\/all\/boda\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBoda\u003c\/a\u003e glassworks, is thick-walled and heavy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eHöglund became a key figure in the success of Swedish glass during the mid-20th Century. He developed his distinct style during the 1950's, taking inspiration from simple shapes \u0026amp; primordial forms. His work was often figural, and can be described as abstract, rustic and honest.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Boda","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42407877017814,"sku":"","price":105.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0622\/9331\/1702\/products\/side-view-of-chunky-rectangular-glass-vase-by-mid-20th-century-designer-erik-hoglund.jpg?v=1642950052"},{"product_id":"nuutajarvi-glassworks-large-bowl","title":"Nuutajärvi Glassworks Large Bowl","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eA substantial serving bowl made by the \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" title=\"Nuutajärvi Notsjö\" href=\"https:\/\/www.artandutility.co.uk\/collections\/all\/nuutajarvi-notsjo\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eNuutajärvi Glassworks\u003c\/a\u003e, circa 1955. Having seen a stickered version of this giant bowl, we can assuredly attribute it to the Nuutajärvi factory, Finland. However, we are still to find evidence confirming the designer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis hand-blown bowl is large and heavy, and the form is universal. It can be used as a mixing bowl, punch bowl, or for fruit. The warm, rich amber-brown colour and handmade nature of the item makes this piece highly decorative when not in use. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nuutajärvi Notsjö","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42407906640086,"sku":"","price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0622\/9331\/1702\/products\/Large-Modernist-Glass-Serving-Bowl-by-Kaj-Franck.jpg?v=1642951296"},{"product_id":"timo-sarpaneva-heart-vase","title":"Timo Sarpaneva Heart Vase","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" title=\"Iittala\" href=\"https:\/\/www.artandutility.co.uk\/collections\/all\/iittala\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eIittala\u003c\/a\u003e are widely regarded as the most important post-war glass manufacturer in the world. Their huge success was accelerated in the 1950's when innovative designs by Tapio Wirkkala and \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" title=\"https:\/\/www.artandutility.co.uk\/collections\/all\/timo-sarpaneva\" href=\"https:\/\/www.artandutility.co.uk\/collections\/all\/timo-sarpaneva\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTimo Sarpaneva\u003c\/a\u003e took the Milan Triennale's by storm. This secured the glassworks' reputation as innovators in modernist design, and positioned Finland as a beacon of progressive ideas for the modern world. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe sheer energy and enthusiasm at the factory during the mid 20th century can be attributed to the rivalry between the two aforementioned designers. This conflict only brought out the very best in each designer, defining the language of modernism in the process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis elegant vase was designed in 1953 by Timo Sarpaneva. The organic shape gently takes the form of a heart, and suspended within floats a small cavity to take a stem of a small flower. This is an excellent example of Sarpaneva's artistic capabilities, exploiting the unique liquid properties of the medium of glass to create an object of poetry.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Iittala","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42408641691862,"sku":"","price":110.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0622\/9331\/1702\/products\/modernist-finnish-glass-iittala-timo-sarpaneva-heart.jpg?v=1665163279"},{"product_id":"nanny-still-sulttaani-decanter-six-glasses","title":"Nanny Still 'Sulttaani' Decanter \u0026 Six Glasses","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.artandutility.co.uk\/collections\/all\/nanny-still\" title=\"Nanny Still\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eNanny Still\u003c\/a\u003e's 'Sulttaani' (Sultan) range was designed in 1966 for \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.artandutility.co.uk\/collections\/all\/riihimaen-lasi-oy\" title=\"Riihimäen Lasi Oy\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eRiihimäki glassworks\u003c\/a\u003e and released to the public the following year. The series is vastly different to the majority of Finnish glass produced at the time, as most other designers in Finland were still focussed on the purity of simple forms; a principle that developed during the initial postwar period. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStill's early work was more in-line with this restrained aesthetic, but by the late 1950's her designs were becoming much bolder and more colourful. After moving to Belgium in 1959, she veered away from minimalism completely. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe inspiration for this series was a trip to Istanbul in the early 1960's. The tall decanter and glasses have each been handblown after placing the molten glass into an optical mould, creating a decorative ribbed effect. The decanter is topped with a substantial onion dome stopper, and all pieces feature hooped ridges. Perhaps the most playful element is the glass itself, as the set is made from uranium glass which glows vibrantly green in direct sunlight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe set comprises of a decanter and 6 cocktail glasses. Each piece is stickered.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Riihimäen Lasi Oy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42427958690006,"sku":"","price":490.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0622\/9331\/1702\/products\/vintage-uranium-glass-decanter-riihimaen-lasi-oy-nanny-still.jpg?v=1643469048"},{"product_id":"tamara-aladin-1374-conical-vase","title":"Tamara Aladin 1364 Conical Vase","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" title=\"Tamara Aladin\" href=\"https:\/\/www.artandutility.co.uk\/collections\/all\/tamara-aladin\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTamara Aladin\u003c\/a\u003e is best known for her vast array of vibrant 'hooped' vases produced at \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" title=\"Riihimäen Lasi Oy\" href=\"https:\/\/www.artandutility.co.uk\/collections\/all\/riihimaen-lasi-oy\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eRiihimäki glassworks\u003c\/a\u003e, Finland. The colourful, undulating forms embody the essence of the 1960's and were not only an enormous commercial success, but are definitive of an era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis piece is a rare example of Aladin's more restrained work. Whilst most of her designs were largely inspired by the Pop-Art movement, this vase has its roots firmly in the purity and geometry of Finnish modernism. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe strength in form and depth of colour creates an exceptionally bold piece. The substantial conical vase has been hand-blown from dark aubergine glass, the colour of which is enhanced by the thickness of the vase's walls.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Riihimäen Lasi Oy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42428474720470,"sku":"","price":70.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0622\/9331\/1702\/products\/tamara-aladin-1374-conical-vase-riihimaki.jpg?v=1643475042"},{"product_id":"nanny-still-kuukuna-sculpture","title":"Nanny Still 'Kuukuna' Sculpture","description":"\u003cp\u003eA 'Kuukuna' sculpture designed by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.artandutility.co.uk\/collections\/all\/nanny-still\" title=\"Nanny Still\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eNanny Still\u003c\/a\u003e for \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.artandutility.co.uk\/collections\/all\/riihimaen-lasi-oy\" title=\"Riihimäen Lasi Oy\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eRiihimäki glassworks\u003c\/a\u003e, 1971.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eThe name 'Kuukuna' is in reference to the puffball mushroom, which in Finland is colloquially known as \"Kuukunanmuna\" (Moon Egg).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEncased within the glass object are inclusions of coloured metallic flakes. They have been arranged in the manner of an atomic bomb, to emulate the dramatic, explosive sporing of a puffball.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Riihimäen Lasi Oy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42428577677526,"sku":"","price":170.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0622\/9331\/1702\/files\/nanny-still-riihimaen-lasi-oy-riihimaki-kuukuna-glass-paperweight-sculpture-1970s.jpg?v=1768603232"},{"product_id":"nanny-still-harlekiini-liqueur-decanter-eight-glasses","title":"Nanny Still 'Harlekiini' Liqueur Decanter \u0026 Eight Glasses","description":"\u003cp\u003eA liqueur decanter \u0026amp; eight glasses from the 'Harlekiini' (Harlequin) series designed by \u003ca title=\"Nanny Still\" href=\"https:\/\/www.artandutility.co.uk\/collections\/all\/nanny-still\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eNanny Still\u003c\/a\u003e in 1958 for \u003ca title=\"Riihimäen Lasi Oy\" href=\"https:\/\/www.artandutility.co.uk\/collections\/all\/riihimaen-lasi-oy\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eRiihimäen Lasi Oy\u003c\/a\u003e, Finland.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNanny Still's 'Harlekiini' series is perhaps her most renowned design. T\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003ehe full collection includes around 24 elements, such as decanters, jugs, and jars, with each piece composed from precise geometric shapes in turquoise glass. Most items from the series are stemmed with clear glass, lending both a boldness and elegance to the range. The 'Harlekiini' series embodies Nanny Still's confident sense of form, and the range was the beginning of Still's experimentations with colour, which she continued for the rest of her career in glass. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis set includes a stemmed liqueur decanter \u0026amp; eight liqueur glasses. Each piece has been expertly handblown from vibrant turquoise-blue glass. The spherical bowl of each delicate glass echoes the body of the decanter. The decanter's finial is a clear, conical stopper with cylindrical knop.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Riihimäen Lasi Oy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42456832508118,"sku":"","price":550.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0622\/9331\/1702\/products\/nanny-still-harlekiini-1738-decanter-riihimaki-finland.jpg?v=1747465765"},{"product_id":"nanny-still-harlekiini-serving-bowl","title":"Nanny Still 'Harlekiini' Serving Bowl","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA stemmed serving bowl from the 'Harlekiini' (Harlequin) series designed by \u003ca title=\"Nanny Still\" href=\"https:\/\/www.artandutility.co.uk\/collections\/all\/nanny-still\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eNanny Still\u003c\/a\u003e in 1958 for \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" title=\"Riihimäen Lasi Oy\" href=\"https:\/\/www.artandutility.co.uk\/collections\/all\/riihimaen-lasi-oy\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eRiihimäen Lasi Oy\u003c\/a\u003e, Finland.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNanny Still's 'Harlekiini' series is perhaps her most renowned design. T\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003ehe full collection includes around 24 elements, such as decanters, jugs, and jars, with each piece composed from precise geometric shapes in turquoise glass. Most items from the series are stemmed with clear glass, lending both a boldness and elegance to the range. The 'Harlekiini' series embodies Nanny Still's confident sense of form, and the range was the beginning of Still's experimentations with colour, which she continued for the rest of her career in glass. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis footed serving bowl has been expertly handblown from vibrant turquoise-blue glass. The bowl is gently conical, and was initially designed for serving desserts. The piece would also make an elegant fruit bowl.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Riihimäen Lasi Oy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42456909873366,"sku":"","price":260.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0622\/9331\/1702\/products\/nanny-still-harlekiini-stemmed-bowl-riihimaki-finland.jpg?v=1644169290"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0622\/9331\/1702\/collections\/group_shot_of_Aurinko_pullo_collection_Helena_tynell_for_riihimaki.jpg?v=1700950674","url":"https:\/\/www.artandutility.co.uk\/collections\/glass\/glass.oembed","provider":"Art \u0026 Utility","version":"1.0","type":"link"}