Tati (Boletus Mushroom) Art Object (model 3552)
Artist
Tapio Wirkkala
(Finnish, 1915-1985)
Manufacturer
Ittala Lasitehdas Oy
(Finnish, founded 1881)
CultureFinnish
Date1955
MediumMold-blown and line-cut glass.
Dimensions7 1/16 × 7 1/16 in. (18 × 18 cm)
Base: 1 3/4 in. (4.5 cm)
Base: 1 3/4 in. (4.5 cm)
Signed"TAPIO WIRKKALA IITTALA 55" on bottom edge.
Credit LineGift from the Richard A. Raisler Collection
Object number2024.20.17
Not on view
DescriptionThick stem of solid glass with central depression and flaring top; lines on exterior.Published ReferencesTapio Wirkkala: Eye, Hand, Thought. Marianne Aav (ed.) 2000 Helsinki:Museum of Art and Design. pp.56, 303.