Birds by Toikka Northern owl with foot

Oiva Toikka designed Northern owl with foot for Japanese Scope to celebrate its 20th anniversary in 2020. The original package included the Hirahira fabric designed by Fujiwo Ishimoto.

Birds by Toikka is a collection of beautiful and imaginative glass birds designed by the Finnish designer Oiva Toikka. The birds are a statement of Toikka’s endless creativity and the glassblowers’ craftsmanship. The first piece, Flycatcher, was launched in 1972 followed by new species every year. The creation of a single unique bird requires the co-operation of up to five glassblowers. Occasionally, according to Oiva Toikka, an exquisite shade is an outcome of a lucky mistake: due to the poor acoustics in the workshop the order of the colour powders can be misheard. Each bird has a signature of authenticity.

Oiva Toikka

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!