description Iittala Kastehelmi Vase Overview
The Iittala Kastehelmi Vase is a piece of Finnish glassware designed by Oiva Toikka in 1964. The design is defined by its raised, dewdrop-like glass beads that encircle the exterior of the vase, creating a distinctive tactile and visual effect. Toikka originally developed the technique of pressing molten glass into molds to achieve this pattern. The Kastehelmi series was discontinued and later reintroduced, remaining a staple of Scandinavian interior design and an example of mid-century Finnish craftsmanship.
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Who designed the Iittala Kastehelmi Vase?
The vase was designed by Finnish glass designer Oiva Toikka. The Kastehelmi design dates to 1964.
What does Kastehelmi mean?
Kastehelmi means "dewdrop" in Finnish. The name refers to the raised glass beads that cover the outside of the vase.
Why does the Kastehelmi Vase have raised glass beads?
The dewdrop-like beads create the pattern that defines the Kastehelmi collection. Toikka also developed the technique partly as a way to disguise marks left by the glass-molding process.
Is the Iittala Kastehelmi Vase decorative or functional?
It is a functional vase designed to hold flowers, while its textured surface also makes it a decorative glass object. The tactile bead pattern is the main visual feature distinguishing it from a plain smooth vase.
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