He did other types this one was hand signed on the edge see photo. This one in 1956 and there are no chips or flea bites. Its a beautiful piece of art glass. Please enlarge and look closely at photos and youll see signature.
Tapio Wirkkala IITALA 1956 on side ridge. It is 6.5 inches wide and 7.5 long. Underneath is the same as on top, its not the usual with a pontil etc. The back is stunning with a grained crystal feather effect.
HISTORY: Introduced at the Triennalen in Milan 1954 and was in production between 1954-60. , "Tapio Wirkkala, eye, hand and thought", Helsinki 2000. Tapio did a lot of mass produced items, cups, glasses, plates, saucers, cups... Their is art glass and a one off never seen again, its in perfect condition scarce. The item "TAPIO WIKKALA BOWL GLASS SIGNED LEAF IITTALA FINISH CRYSTAL 50S FEATHER PLATE" is in sale since Thursday, July 23, 2020. This item is in the category "Home, Furniture & DIY\Other Home, Furniture & DIY".The seller is "home30" and is located in Edinburgh. This item can be shipped worldwide.