PITCHER (SKY BLUE) 1610

A model designed in 1954 and manufactured from 1955 to 1966.
Its design further improved on the ease of holding of the 1609 pitcher, with two inverted cones stacked on top of each other, and the constriction in the middle serving as a handle.
This handle-less structure was intended for rationality, aiming for cost reduction through simplified manufacturing processes, reduced risk of breakage, and space saving during transport and storage.
It is a pitcher that embodies functional beauty derived from problem-solving.

It is formed by blow molding (rotary blow molding), and individual differences can be seen in size, glass thickness, and spout shape.
Rare color.
*There is one small ding at the bottom, but otherwise it is in good condition with no noticeable damage.

KAJ FRANCK｜Kaj Franck｜1911–1989｜FINLAND

Kaj Franck was one of the most prominent designers of modern Finnish design in the 20th century. He studied under Arttu Brummer at the Central School of Arts and Crafts in Helsinki (now Aalto University). After graduating, he worked in a wide range of fields including furniture, interiors, and textiles.

In 1945, he was appointed chief designer at Arabia at the request of Kurt Ekholm, and was responsible for revitalizing tableware essential for post-war daily life. In 1946, he became a glass designer at Iittala after winning an award in a competition held by Karhula-Iittala. However, in 1950, he transferred to Nuutajärvi, which became a group company under Wärtsilä, the same parent company as Arabia, and as director, began designing glassware with a shared philosophy with Arabia.

Kaj Franck's design philosophy, also known as "the conscience of Finland," is based on the idea of "design for the masses" and "the social responsibility of designers." He designed many universal products that could be used for a long time, expressing them with simple geometric forms and colors free of ornamentation.

Arabia's KILTA (now TEEMA) series and Nuutajärvi's Tumbler 5027 (now KARTIO) series are long-selling products that are still manufactured by Iittala today. At the same time, Franck also created many highly artistic unique glass pieces at Nuutajärvi through an artisanal approach, showcasing his artistic side.

From 1960, he also engaged in education at the School of Arts and Design in Helsinki (now Aalto University), significantly influencing Finnish design education. He received numerous awards, including the Lunning Prize (1955), the Grand Prix at the Milan Triennale (1957), and the Compasso d'Oro (1957).