TUMBLER (VIOLET) 2744-009

Kaj Franck started designing ceramics at Arabia in 1946 and glass at Nuutajärvi in 1950, with the philosophy of designing essentials for post-war life.

This is the Tumbler 2744, designed in 1953 and made by mold blowing (rotary blowing).
Together with the KILTA series for Arabia and the press-glass 5023 series for Nuutajärvi, both launched in the same year, this product marks 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 Tumbler 2744.
*In good condition with no noticeable damage.

KAJ FRANCK｜1911–1989｜FINLAND

Kaj Franck is one of the leading designers of 20th-century Finnish modern design. He studied under Arttu Brummer at the Central School of Arts and Crafts (now Aalto University) in Helsinki. After graduating, 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 revitalizing tableware essential for daily life after the war. In 1946, he became a glass designer at Iittala after winning a competition at Karhula-Iittala, but in 1950, he transferred to Nuutajärvi, a group company under Wärtsilä, the same umbrella as Arabia, and as director, began designing glassware with a common philosophy with Arabia.

Kaj Franck's design philosophy, also known as "the conscience of Finland," is based on the ideas of "design for the masses" and "the social responsibility of the designer." He designed many universal products that could be used for a long time, using simple geometric forms and colors devoid 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. On the other hand, 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 Art and Design in Helsinki (now Aalto University), having a significant influence on 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).