"TOMI" TUMBLER 2015 MOLD-C

Timo Sarpaneva continually explored and experimented with glass expression, always seeking new techniques.
In 1963, inspired by a charred wooden mold, a byproduct of another experiment, he developed this expression into his work.
In the same year, he created unique pieces by combining charred wooden molds.
Then, in 1964, he unveiled 'FINLANDIA', one of his signature series.
The textured, irregular surface of the glass, directly replicating the charred wooden molds, became a trend that lasted until the mid-1970s.

This piece was designed in 1965 as one of the earliest products using a similar expression and was manufactured from 1969 to 1975.
For mass production, the molds were likely recreated from the charred wooden molds using graphite or similar materials, and at least three different types of molds were used.
Image 11 shows a comparison: A, B, and C from left to right.
*In good condition with no noticeable damage.

TIMO SARPANEVA｜1926-2006｜FINLAND

Timo Sarpaneva majored in graphic design at the Central School of Arts and Crafts in Helsinki.
After graduating, he won second prize in the Riihimaen Lasi glass design competition in 1949 and was invited to work as a glass designer.
However, negotiations broke down due to a humiliating offer of pro bono design work.
While seeking a path as a glass designer, he obtained work in exhibitions, show windows, and graphics for Ahlstrom, Iittala's parent company, in 1950.
In the same year, he decided to leave Ahlstrom after receiving a request for glass design from Holmegaard in Denmark.
However, Ahlstrom proposed a path as a glass designer at Iittala, a group company, and he changed his mind,
starting his career as a glass designer at Iittala in 1951.
He won the Grand Prix at the Milan Triennale in 1954 for his initial sophisticated and artistic art pieces,
and again in 1957 for 'i-line', practical mouth-blown glass released in 1956.
Together with his close friend Tapio Wirkkala, who had been an active designer at Iittala since 1946, he elevated Iittala to a leading Finnish brand.
At Iittala, he also excelled in graphic design, creating posters, brochures, and packaging.
In particular, the logo he designed for 'i-line' later became the brand logo and was used as a symbol of Iittala for a long time.
Active in a wide range of fields including art glass, practical glass, ceramics, graphics, and textiles, he is one of the outstanding designers representing Finnish modern design.