Vintage Sculptural Glass Vase by Tapio Wirkkala for Rosenthal, Germany, 1960s

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Tapio Wirkkala Sculptural Glass Vase, Model 470-20, for Rosenthal, Germany, circa 1960s

A refined sculptural glass vase designed by Tapio … Read more Tapio Wirkkala Sculptural Glass Vase, Model 470-20, for Rosenthal, Germany, circa 1960s

A refined sculptural glass vase designed by Tapio Wirkkala for Rosenthal, representing the successful collaboration between one of Finland's most celebrated designers and one of Germany's leading manufacturers of modern design. Model 470-20 perfectly illustrates Wirkkala's ability to transform simple geometric forms into objects of remarkable elegance and quiet presence.

The vase is defined by its softly tapering silhouette, generous rounded body, and subtly narrowed neck. Its restrained proportions and exceptional clarity allow the quality of the glass itself to become the primary visual element. Characteristic of Wirkkala's work, the design achieves its impact through balance rather than ornament, creating an object that functions equally as a vase and as a sculptural study in form and light.

Produced in crystal-clear glass by Rosenthal, the vase reflects the technical precision for which the manufacturer became renowned during its collaborations with leading international designers. The purity of the material enhances reflections and refractions, allowing the object to change character throughout the day as natural light passes through it.

Designer: Tapio Wirkkala (1915–1985)

Manufacturer: Rosenthal

Model: 470-20

Country of Manufacture: Germany

Period: Circa 1960s

Material: Glass

Colour: Clear

Style: Scandinavian Modern; Mid-Century Modern

Dimensions

Height: 20 cm

Width: 17 cm

Depth: 14.5 cm

Condition

Very good to excellent vintage condition. No chips, cracks, or restorations observed. Minor traces of age consistent with careful handling.

Marks

Original Rosenthal mark to the underside.
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