Markku Salo for Iittala, Finland
A beautifully restrained clear glass vase designed by Markku Salo for Iittala, shaped in a flattened, elongated form that feels more like a piece of modern sculpture than a traditional vessel. With its soft curves and minimal profile, it captures the essence of Finnish design — where function, material and form exist in perfect balance.
The Aava series was created as an exploration of air, movement and transparency. Rather than decorating the surface, Salo lets the glass itself do the work — light travels through it, bends at the edges, and creates its own quiet drama depending on where it sits in a room.
This piece is hand-blown at the Iittala glassworks in Finland and etched on the base with the designer’s signature, a mark of authenticity that places it within one of Scandinavia’s most respected design legacies.
It is just as beautiful empty as it is holding a single stem or sculptural branch.
Designer
Markku Salo
Maker
Iittala
Origin
Finland
Material
Handblown clear glass
Condition
Excellent vintage condition. Free from chips or cracks. Light watermarking to the interior consistent with age and use.
