Aalto vase, 140 mm, light lilac

The Aalto vase by Iittala is a design classic that never goes out of style. Made in a rare size at 140 mm, the vase is crafted from lavender-coloured glass.

Every lilac vase is unique in shape, detail, and colour, making them true works of art and sought-after collector's items. Designed by Alvar Aalto, the vases are mouth-blown with a traditional yet nowadays rarely used wooden mold at the Iittala glass factory in Finland, and each vase requires a total of thirty hours of craftsmanship from seven artisans.

The wooden mould gives the glass vase a fascinatingly organic look: the textured contours on its walls bear the imprints of the charred mould. What's more, the mould actually becomes increasingly charred each time it is used, thus making each vase truly one-of-a-kind!

Alvar Aalto

At the heart of Iittala's design ethos lies a playful yet enduring approach to Finnish glassware craftsmanship. Since its inception in 1881, this spirited company has evolved from a glass manufacturer to a beacon of Finnish design – a creative cosmos of functional beauty.

Although glass still remains at the core of its heritage, Iittala’s collections are nowadays a testament to the joy of everyday living, offering a kaleidoscope of versatile tableware and décor in all colours of glass. Step into the enchanting world of Iittala and sprinkle a little magic into your daily routines!