Iittala, Nuutajärvi-Notsjö - Oiva Toikka - Figure - Moon/hand-blown crystal glass
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Oiva Toikka's Ruby Bird, a hand-blown crystal glass sculpture for Nuutajärvi by Iittala, Finland, from the 1990s (est. 1990–2000), with a ruby-red/orange translucent body, dimensions 13.3 × 21 × 10.5 cm, weight 789 g, signed and with the original Iittala factory sticker, in excellent vintage condition.
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Oiva Toikka – “Ruby Bird” / Rubiinilintu – Nuutajärvi - Iittala – Finland - circa 1990s
A beautiful and particularly decorative hand-blown glass bird, designed by the world-renowned Finnish glass artist Oiva Toikka (1931–2019) for Nuutajärvi, Finland.
This edition is typically referred to as the “Ruby Bird” (Rubiinilintu) and immediately stands out for its intensely ruby-red to orange-red transparent glass body. The glass features a rich pattern of dark and metallic/luster-colored oval decorations. Depending on the light, stunning nuances of red, orange, gold, and almost black emerge.
The bird has an elegant, elongated form with a long, pointed, extended tail and a contrasting dark, iridescent head. Due to the artisanal production process, every Toikka bird is unique: small differences in shape, color progression, glass texture, and decoration are part of the character of mouth-blown art glass.
Oiva Toikka is regarded as one of the most important Finnish glass designers of the 20th century. His famous Birds by Toikka are today among the most recognizable and collected objects of Finnish glass design.
Production period: 1990s, Nuutajärvi, Finland. Model Rubiinilintu (Ruby Bird); regular production from circa 1996, with early specimens documented from 1992.
Designer: Oiva Toikka (1931–2019)
Manufacturer: Nuutajärvi, Finland
Model: Ruby Bird / Rubiinilintu
Material: hand-blown art glass
Color: ruby red/orange-red with dark and metallic luster decorations
Dimensions: H 13.3 cm x L 21 cm x W 10.5 cm
Weight: 789 g
Signature: photographed/separately verified
Condition:
The bird is in very beautiful and well-preserved vintage condition. The glass presents exceptionally well, with a strong color intensity and beautifully preserved decoration. In excellent condition, see the photos for a good impression of the condition.
A distinctive and highly decorative example of Finnish Scandinavian Modern glass design and an attractive collectible for lovers of Oiva Toikka, Nuutajärvi, and Scandinavian studio glass.
This object is signed and carries the original Iittala factory sticker and is shipped with Smart Shipping securely packed, registered mail, and insured with tracking.
Seller's Story
I have a passion for vintage design, and my objects mainly come from Scandinavia. I seek out unique gems that are then offered to new owners through this platform. I ensure that the objects are very well packaged so they can arrive safely. I hope that, through my circular mission of sustainability, these beautiful objects can be given a second life, serving as a good example for many others.
Translated by Google TranslateOiva Toikka – “Ruby Bird” / Rubiinilintu – Nuutajärvi - Iittala – Finland - circa 1990s
A beautiful and particularly decorative hand-blown glass bird, designed by the world-renowned Finnish glass artist Oiva Toikka (1931–2019) for Nuutajärvi, Finland.
This edition is typically referred to as the “Ruby Bird” (Rubiinilintu) and immediately stands out for its intensely ruby-red to orange-red transparent glass body. The glass features a rich pattern of dark and metallic/luster-colored oval decorations. Depending on the light, stunning nuances of red, orange, gold, and almost black emerge.
The bird has an elegant, elongated form with a long, pointed, extended tail and a contrasting dark, iridescent head. Due to the artisanal production process, every Toikka bird is unique: small differences in shape, color progression, glass texture, and decoration are part of the character of mouth-blown art glass.
Oiva Toikka is regarded as one of the most important Finnish glass designers of the 20th century. His famous Birds by Toikka are today among the most recognizable and collected objects of Finnish glass design.
Production period: 1990s, Nuutajärvi, Finland. Model Rubiinilintu (Ruby Bird); regular production from circa 1996, with early specimens documented from 1992.
Designer: Oiva Toikka (1931–2019)
Manufacturer: Nuutajärvi, Finland
Model: Ruby Bird / Rubiinilintu
Material: hand-blown art glass
Color: ruby red/orange-red with dark and metallic luster decorations
Dimensions: H 13.3 cm x L 21 cm x W 10.5 cm
Weight: 789 g
Signature: photographed/separately verified
Condition:
The bird is in very beautiful and well-preserved vintage condition. The glass presents exceptionally well, with a strong color intensity and beautifully preserved decoration. In excellent condition, see the photos for a good impression of the condition.
A distinctive and highly decorative example of Finnish Scandinavian Modern glass design and an attractive collectible for lovers of Oiva Toikka, Nuutajärvi, and Scandinavian studio glass.
This object is signed and carries the original Iittala factory sticker and is shipped with Smart Shipping securely packed, registered mail, and insured with tracking.
Seller's Story
I have a passion for vintage design, and my objects mainly come from Scandinavia. I seek out unique gems that are then offered to new owners through this platform. I ensure that the objects are very well packaged so they can arrive safely. I hope that, through my circular mission of sustainability, these beautiful objects can be given a second life, serving as a good example for many others.
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Era
1900-2000
Manufacturer/brand
Iittala, Nuutajärvi-Notsjö
Weight
789 g
Style subtype
Nordic design
Style
Scandinavian design
Country of origin
Finland
Designer/artist/maker
Oiva Toikka
Material
Moon/hand-blown crystal glass
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
Height
13.3 cm
Width
21 cm
Depth
10.5 cm
Estimated period
1990-2000
