TUMBLER (YELLOW GREEN) 2744-020

Kaj Franck, driven by the philosophy of designing essentials for postwar life, began designing ceramics at Arabia in 1946 and glass at Nuutajärvi in 1950.

This is the Tumbler 2744, designed in 1953 and made by mold-blowing (rotation blowing).
Together with the KILTA series for Arabia and the pressed glass 5023 series for Nuutajärvi, both released in the same year, these products represent the starting point of Kaj Franck's geometric forms and functionalist design.

Manufactured from 1953 to 1967.
There are individual differences in size and glass thickness.
This is a rare color for the Tumbler 2744.
*In good condition with no noticeable damage.

KAJ FRANCK｜1911–1989｜FINLAND

Kaj Franck is one of the leading designers representing 20th-century Finnish modern design. At the Central School of Arts and Crafts (now Aalto University) in Helsinki, he studied under Arttu Brummer. After graduation, he worked in a wide range of fields including furniture, interiors, and textiles.

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

Kaj Franck's design philosophy, often called "the conscience of Finland," is based on the ideas of "design for the masses" and "the social responsibility of designers." Through simple geometric forms and expression through color devoid of ornamentation, he designed many timeless products that could be used for a long time.

The KILTA series from Arabia (now TEEMA) and the Tumbler 5027 series from Nuutajärvi (now KARTIO) are long-selling items that continue to be manufactured by Iittala today. On the other hand, at Nuutajärvi, he also created many highly artistic unique glass pieces through an artisanal approach, showcasing Franck's artistic side.

From 1960, he also engaged in education at the School of Art and Design in Helsinki (now Aalto University), greatly 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 Award (1957).