Kristal Glass Kristal Melting Ice Series, Neodymium Alexandrite Jorum and 6 Tumbler Dish Set, 1960s-70s, Italy
Kristal Glass Kristal Melting Ice Series, Neodymium Alexandrite Jorum and 6 Tumbler Dish Set, 1960s-70s, Italy
Kristal Glass Kristal Melting Ice Series, Neodymium Alexandrite Jorum and 6 Tumbler Dish Set, 1960s-70s, Italy
Kristal Glass Kristal Melting Ice Series, Neodymium Alexandrite Jorum and 6 Tumbler Dish Set, 1960s-70s, Italy
Kristal Glass Kristal Melting Ice Series, Neodymium Alexandrite Jorum and 6 Tumbler Dish Set, 1960s-70s, Italy
Kristal Glass Kristal Melting Ice Series, Neodymium Alexandrite Jorum and 6 Tumbler Dish Set, 1960s-70s, Italy
Kristal Glass Kristal Melting Ice Series, Neodymium Alexandrite Jorum and 6 Tumbler Dish Set, 1960s-70s, Italy
Kristal Glass Kristal Melting Ice Series, Neodymium Alexandrite Jorum and 6 Tumbler Dish Set, 1960s-70s, Italy
Kristal Glass Kristal Melting Ice Series, Neodymium Alexandrite Jorum and 6 Tumbler Dish Set, 1960s-70s, Italy
Kristal Glass Kristal Melting Ice Series, Neodymium Alexandrite Jorum and 6 Tumbler Dish Set, 1960s-70s, Italy
Kristal Glass Kristal Melting Ice Series, Neodymium Alexandrite Jorum and 6 Tumbler Dish Set, 1960s-70s, Italy
Kristal Glass Kristal Melting Ice Series, Neodymium Alexandrite Jorum and 6 Tumbler Dish Set, 1960s-70s, Italy
Kristal Glass Kristal Melting Ice Series, Neodymium Alexandrite Jorum and 6 Tumbler Dish Set, 1960s-70s, Italy
Kristal Glass Kristal Melting Ice Series, Neodymium Alexandrite Jorum and 6 Tumbler Dish Set, 1960s-70s, Italy
Kristal Glass Kristal Melting Ice Series, Neodymium Alexandrite Jorum and 6 Tumbler Dish Set, 1960s-70s, Italy
Kristal Glass Kristal Melting Ice Series, Neodymium Alexandrite Jorum and 6 Tumbler Dish Set, 1960s-70s, Italy
Kristal Glass Kristal Melting Ice Series, Neodymium Alexandrite Jorum and 6 Tumbler Dish Set, 1960s-70s, Italy
Kristal Glass Kristal Melting Ice Series, Neodymium Alexandrite Jorum and 6 Tumbler Dish Set, 1960s-70s, Italy
Kristal Glass Kristal Melting Ice Series, Neodymium Alexandrite Jorum and 6 Tumbler Dish Set, 1960s-70s, Italy
Kristal Glass Kristal Melting Ice Series, Neodymium Alexandrite Jorum and 6 Tumbler Dish Set, 1960s-70s, Italy
Kristal Glass Kristal Melting Ice Series, Neodymium Alexandrite Jorum and 6 Tumbler Dish Set, 1960s-70s, Italy
Kristal Glass Kristal Melting Ice Series, Neodymium Alexandrite Jorum and 6 Tumbler Dish Set, 1960s-70s, Italy
Kristal Glass Kristal Melting Ice Series, Neodymium Alexandrite Jorum and 6 Tumbler Dish Set, 1960s-70s, Italy
Kristal Glass Kristal Melting Ice Series, Neodymium Alexandrite Jorum and 6 Tumbler Dish Set, 1960s-70s, Italy

Kristal Melting Ice Series, Neodymium Alexandrite Jorum and 6 Tumbler Dish Set, 1960s-70s, Italy

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This beautiful set is of Italian mid-century Modernist design by Kristal, Italy. Clearly, an Italian interpretation of the iconic Finnish Ultima Thule design for Iitala by Tapio Wirrkala in 1968 but this set brings with it its own design nuances. 

Instead of resting on melting icicles like that of the Ultima Thule, each piece of this set rests on polished-angle 'ice cubes' and resting centrally within the base of each ice cube, is a single bubble.  

This set is not only iconic with its tactile Modernist surface which create elegant refractions when in the path of light but it also has the ability to colour change. The colour-changing ability comes from Neodymium, an element incorporated into the glass during the crafting process. Under daylight, the Neodymium glass presents a pale lilac colour however, under indoor and fluorescent lighting, the element becomes a pale blue. 

The contemporary statement design is stylistically timeless and very functional, whether as dessert dishes or cocktail tumblers. 

CONDITION
Excellent, no chips or cracks or repairs. There is very mild surface wear that is commensurate with the age of each piece and most evident in subtle movement marks on the underside of the base. Please refer to the photos as they form part of the condition report. The jorum bears part of the original Kristal label. 

MEASUREMENTS
Jorum Height c. 4.3" / 11 cm. Width (widest point) measurements: c. 7.3" / 18.5 cm. Depth: c. 3.5" / 9 cm. Base measurements: c. 3" / 7.5 cm x c. 3" / 7.5cm. 

Tumbler Dish Height c. 3.1" / 8 cm. Width (widest point) measurements: c. 3.7" / 9.3 cm. Depth: c. 2.4" / 6cm. Base measurements: c. 2" / 5.2 cm x c. 2" / 5.2 cm.

Unpackaged weight [Full Set]: c. 2.9 kg / 2,940 g

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The interconnecting form of this piece is that of a sweet songbird with the head cleverly forming the salt and pepper shaker and the body providing two small wells to hold liquids such as oil and vinegar. Highly romantic, Wiinblad applied his exceptional creativity and imagination to tactile details beyond the overall bird body. From the mildly raised eyes to the swelling wings, care is given down to the tiny crest atop the bird's head.

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CONDITION
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- Blue plate: very mild scratches.
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A BIT OF HISTORY
Gullaskrufs glassworks (1927 - 1983) was a Swedish glassworks founded in Gullaskruv in by William Stenberg, glass production began in 1927. By 1930 Gullaskruf would exhibit their works at the Stockholm exhibition and around the same time, the glassworks came into contact with the foreign market. At that time, exports accounted for 45% of Gullaskruf's production and in addition to the USA and England, glass was exported to Norway, Denmark, Switzerland, Canada, South America, Australia and South Africa.

Over the years, the glassworks would be resident to many great glass designers and artists, some of who became artistic director for Gullaskruf. Designers and artists included: Hugo Gehlin (b. 1889 - d. 1953), Lennart Andersson (b. 1918 - d. 1999), Arthur Percy (b. 1886 - d. 1976) and Kjell Blomberg (b. 1931 - d. 1989).

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This delicious looking mid-century pair celebrates the humble Cebu clam and it's glamorous 'mother of pearl' shell. Handmade, each shell has a silver-plated trim to provide the hinge for attaching the lid and is finished with a leaf-shaped acrylic bottom.

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AnyesAttic Glass Riihimaen Lasi, Sesi by Erkkitapio Siiroinen, Modernist Glass 18 Piece Dinner Set | Finnish, 1970s
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AnyesAttic Glass Riihimaen Lasi, Sesi by Erkkitapio Siiroinen, Modernist Glass 18 Piece Dinner Set | Finnish, 1970s
AnyesAttic Glass Riihimaen Lasi, Sesi by Erkkitapio Siiroinen, Modernist Glass 18 Piece Dinner Set | Finnish, 1970s
AnyesAttic Glass Riihimaen Lasi, Sesi by Erkkitapio Siiroinen, Modernist Glass 18 Piece Dinner Set | Finnish, 1970s
AnyesAttic Glass Riihimaen Lasi, Sesi by Erkkitapio Siiroinen, Modernist Glass 18 Piece Dinner Set | Finnish, 1970s
AnyesAttic Glass Riihimaen Lasi, Sesi by Erkkitapio Siiroinen, Modernist Glass 18 Piece Dinner Set | Finnish, 1970s
AnyesAttic Glass Riihimaen Lasi, Sesi by Erkkitapio Siiroinen, Modernist Glass 18 Piece Dinner Set | Finnish, 1970s

Currently held on consignment at Andrews Oakville

This stunning Modernist dinner set for six is from the Sesi series was designed by Erkkitapio Siiroinen for Finnish glassworks Riihimäen Lasi. Siiroinen was inspired to create the Sesi series by his friend Sesi, which he subsequently named the series in honour of. Siiroinen spent two years experimenting to create the black glass and the Sesi series, which would eventually be launched by Riihimäen Lasi in 1976.

Because the concept of Sesi was so new and innovative at the time (it was very rare to design such a large series in black glass), the launch generated a great deal of interest and was widely noted in the press, the series quickly became popular.

The glass itself gives the appearance of black but is actually an exceptionally deep shade of Cobalt blue, the blue hue is revealed when under bright light. The form of the semi-automatic mould blown bowls is rounded with angular 'ear' accents. The hand-blown dinner plates and side plates shimmer like the deepest pools of ink, giving a beautiful expression of the raw material. The bowls contrast the plates beautifully, both of which show off different aspects of Modernist design.

CONDITION
Excellent, no chips, cracks or repairs for pitcher jug and all cups. There is mild use wear which commensurates with the age of the pieces. 5 of the dinner plates and all 6 of the soup bowls bear the original 'Riihimaen Lasi, Made in Finland' label, in use during the 1970s.

MEASUREMENTS
- Dinner Plate: diameter: c. 9.6" / 24.5 cm.
- Side Plate: diameter: c. 6.3" / 16 cm.
- Soup Bowl [400 ml / 40 cl ] : height: c. 2.8" / 7 cm. Diameter: c. 4.7" / 12 cm.
Unpackaged weight [Full set]: c. 9.3 kg / 9,293 g

NOTES
Set will be securely packaged and shipping will be insured.
Shipping will be combined for multiple items.

A BIT OF HISTORY
Riihimäen Lasi (1910 - 1990). Founded in 1910, Riihimäen Lasi became Finland’s biggest glass manufacturer from the 1920s until the 190s. Chief Designers included Helena Tynell (c. 1946), Nanny Still (c. 1949), and Tamara Aladin (c.1959). These designers pushed the boundaries using multiple glass-forming techniques, including mould-blowing, pressing, centrifugal-casting, and casing, as well as adding stunning decorative details by cutting, engraving, sandblasting and polishing. Sadly, the factory would eventually close in 1990.

Many of Siiroinen's glass series, including Sesi, are very popular among Finnish glass collectors. Siiroinen was known to be a rebellious young designer and it was this attitude that led to some of the most interesting and innovative glass series ever produced in the history of Finnish design.

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