Alvar aalto biography infos for sellers and buyers. The word aalto is finnish for wave and in the 1930s aalto captured the eternal wave in his classic series of vases. Alvar aalto, whose full name was hugo alvar hendrik aalto, was not only the most important finnish architect of the 20th century but also a leading modern furniture designer. In 1936, aalto anonymously entered his vase design for a competition at the paris worlds fair. His work includes architecture, furniture, textiles and.
Aalto vase the alvar aalto vase by iittala finnstyle. Jan 11, 20 this minidocumentary takes you through the process of making this instantly recognizable glass vase designed in 1936 by famous finnish architect, alvar aalto. Alvar aalto, artek and the aalto vase alvar aalto vase. It became known as the savoy vase because it was one of a range of custom furnishings and fixtures created by alvar and aino aalto for the luxury savoy restaurant in helsinki fi that opened in 1937. Organic and flowing, it was inspired by finnish architect alvar aalto s awardwinning 1937 water vase.
As already mentioned, aaltos international reputation was sealed with his inclusion in the second edition of sigfried giedions influential book on modernist architecture, space, time and architecture. Alvar aalto hugo alvar henrik aalto was born on 3 february 1898 and died on 11 may 1976. Forever contemporary since 1936, the aalto vase is one of the major modern design icons from the 20th century. The factory is still operating, and it is where the best known finnish glass design artefact, alvar aaltos aalto or savoy vase, is made. Described by the architectural critic sigfried giedion as the magus of the north, alvar aalto 18981976 is the bestknown finnish architect of his generation and. Before beginning, discuss with students how they can use line and patterns on their own vase design, which are similar to the vases that they examined. Hugo alvar henrik aalto 3 february 1898 11 may 1976 was a finnish architect and designer, as well as a sculptor and painter. That is where the worldfamous design history of iittala begins. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options.
An intellectual biography that reconsiders the influence of aaltos finnish origins and explores geography as a dominant theme in the history of modern architecture perhaps no other great modern architect has been linked to a native country as closely as alvar aalto 18981976. Find great deals on ebay for aalto vase and aalto vase large. The sinuous curves of alvar aaltos vase known interchangeably as. Nov 02, 2018 hugo alvar henrik aalto 3 february 1898 11 may 1976 was a finnish architect and designer, as well as a sculptor and painter. The names of alvar and aino aalto have been connected to iittala since the beginning. Published in 1939 by the finnish section of new york worlds fair.
Design story dualcolored aalto vase from iittala holding flowers, icecream bar. Iconic glass designs of karhula and aaltos residential area. May 17, 2006 the history of a classic vase on the occasion of its 70th anniversary, the company responsible for producing aalto s classic savoy vase issues two new special editions laurie manfra. The story and making of alvar aaltos famous vase, first produced by iittala in 1936 and named after. Iittala alvar aalto vases and bowls design alvar aalto. Alvar aalto is the eponym of the alvar aalto medal, now considered by whom. The aalto vase, also known as the savoy vase, is a piece of glassware created by alvar aalto and his wife aino that has become an internationally known iconic piece of finnish design. The iittala alvar aalto collection for iittala is based on the aalto vase, one of the most iconic and enduring pieces of finnish design. Unfollow iittala alvar aalto glass vase to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Alvar aalto monographs architecture hochparterre bucher. His chair paimio 1931, with bentwood elements and his curvilinear vase savoy 1936 have become major design icons that have laid the cornerstone for organic design. Iittalas story began in 1881, when a glass factory was founded in the village. Make offer alvar aalto model 60 bentwood stool table stacking x 3 vintage sweden modernist 1950s alvar aalto for thonet. Alvar aalto second nature draws on recent research into aalto\s oeuvre to present a comprehensive overview of his work in architecture, design and urban planning, with a special focus on his dialogue with major contemporary artists including l\u00e1szl\u00f3 moholynagy, hans arp, alexander calder and fernand l\u00e9ger and his.
The cobalt blue colored, genuine cased, mouthblown, handcut, 24% fine lead crystal vase is one of the unmatched pieces of home decor enhancers. Alvar aalto project gutenberg selfpublishing ebooks. Iittala alvar aalto alvar aalto collection iittala. Alvar aalto 1898 1976 was much more than a designer of pretty flower vases, he is considered the most important finnish architect of the. Alvar aalto in german, french and italian in the online historical dictionary of switzerland. In alvar aalto created his classic series of glass vases. Fiona maccarthy recalls a shared lunch of smoked reindeer. With his mysterious forms, he made a revolutionary statement against industrial production that failed to meet human needs. His mature style is epitomized by the saynatsalo, fin.
Another cornerstone in the companys history was the famous aalto vase which the legendary. Aalto was featured in the 50 mk note in the last series of the finnish markka before its replacement by the euro in 2002. The only book of its kind, alvar aalto designer takes the reader from lighting fixtures to living rooms, using original sketches and photographs of aaltos chairs. In 1936, alvar aaltos series of glass vases won first prize in the 1936 karhulaiittala glass design competition. Create a vase template by outlining the shapes of the three vases examined in this lesson.
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Let the students choose the vase style they want to draw. Alvar aalto, in full hugo alvar henrik aalto, born feb. Mar 16, 2007 alvar aalto was the kinder, gentler face of modernism the man who put finland on the architectural map, and made saunas his speciality. For many people the glass vase, with its asymmetric shape and freely curving tapering walls represents the quintessential qualities of finnish design. Visit the residential area and the directors house kantola with a guide and enjoy the simple beauty of the outdoor areas with their pine trees. The unique and abidingly contemporary form is just as fresh today as it was in 1936. Alvar aalto biography, designs, career, works informationcradle. An icon of finnish design, the iittala aalto vase is one of the most famous glass pieces in history. Aalto finlandia vase, 10 inch alvar aalto, objects design. Alvar aalto wanted to free glass from geometric form and create an impression of organic, living forms. More about iittala aalto clear vase 334 for 70 years, the savoy vase, designed by finnish architect and furniture designer alvar aalto, has been one of the most famous pieces of glass in history. Alvar aalto vase savoy vase iittala design produit, design.
Objects and furniture design, by architects objects. The alvar aalto collection is a collection of vases and bowls that can also be used as serving dishes and decorations and are just as versatile as when aalto first designed them. You can transfer to aaltos sunila on a cruise by the sea and the river kymijoki, or take a charter bus ride through the karhula works, where the savoy vase was originally designed. Airplane coloring pagescoloring pages for boysfree coloring pagescoloring sheetscoloring booksairplane drawingalphabet for. Alvar aalto, finnish architect, city planner, and furniture designer whose international reputation rests on a distinctive blend of modernist refinement, indigenous materials, and personal expression in form and detail. Organic and flowing, it was inspired by finnish architect alvar aaltos awardwinning 1937 water vase.
Wife and mother who sold discreetly, and without disruption. His work includes architecture, furniture, textiles and glassware, as well as sculptures and paintings, though he never regarded himself as an artist, seeing painting and sculpture as branches of the tree whose trunk is architecture. The aalto vase was unveiled the following year at the worlds fair in paris, where its simple and. Described by the architectural critic sigfried giedion as the magus of the north, alvar aalto 18981976 is the bestknown finnish architect of his generation and a leading proponent of a more human modernism. This best known design object from finland is at the same time one of the most famous glass objects in the world. Alvar aalto biography in spanish about alvar aalto modern furniture and the history of moulded plywood role played by alvar alto in the use of moulded plywood for furniture. The savoy vase belongs to the bestknown products of finnish designers. The models are based on a series of glassware designed by alvar aalto as a result of an invited competition held by the karhulaiittala glassworks in 1936. Today, just as then, each and every vase in the alvar aalto collection is mouth blown at the iittala glass factory. Alvar aalto design dictionary illustrated article about alvar aalto alvar aalto biography in spanish about alvar aalto modern furniture and the history of moulded plywood role played by alvar alto in the use of moulded plywood for furniture. Alvar aalto the richly illustrated book is the first in many years to offer a comprehensive and current overview of aaltos oeuvre as an architect, designer and urban planner.
Shop iittalas designer glass vases by pioneers like aalto make the perfect gift for the interior of family and friends homes. Compared to the decorative objects of the time, the simple yet organic shape of this vase was a revolutionary statement. The aalto vase dates back to 1936 and was first presented at the paris world fair the following year. Sometimes called the savoy vase because it was designed by alvar aalto and his wife aino aalto for the savoy restaurant in helsinki, finland, the vase was displayed at the 1937 worlds fair in paris. The aalto vase was unveiled the following year at the worlds fair in paris, where its simple and organic shape was received as revolutionary compared to the ornate styles of the time. His work includes architecture, furniture, textiles and glassware. The alvar aalto vase lighter than air and smooth as a billowing curtain, this finnish masterpiece has been transforming tabletops for more than eight decades. Visit the residential area and the directors house kantola with a guide and enjoy the. The aalto vase was an international sensation already as the prototype during the paris world fair in 1937. Featured in this book are thirtythree of aaltos most important pieces, including the villa mairea, the town hall at saynatsalo, baker dormitory at mit, and the aalto vase, selected and analyzed in detail by aalto scholar goran schildt, with an introduction by professor michael trencher of pratt institute. A great gift if you would like to give something that will be treasured for long years. Alvar aalto, pentagon design 1936in 1936, alvar aalto created his classic series of glass vases. This minidocumentary takes you through the process of making this instantly recognizable glass vase designed in 1936 by famous finnish architect, alvar. The narrative of a design icon 77 yearold aalto vase.
Alvar aalto savoy flower vase alvar aalto 1898 1976 was much more than a designer of pretty flower vases, he is considered the most important finnish architect of the. Alvar aalto villa mairea download ebook pdf, epub, tuebl, mobi. In finland, the majority of households keep a vase designed by alvar aalto, who deserves to be called a national architect and designer. Alvar aalto wanted to free glass from geometric form and. Ten authors, such as the renowned architectural historians eevaliisa pelkonen and. The aalto vase, also known as the savoy vase, is a piece of glassware created by alvar aalto. May 07, 2020 alvar aalto, finnish architect, city planner, and furniture designer whose international reputation rests on a distinctive blend of modernist refinement, indigenous materials, and personal expression in form and detail. The new exhibition at the alvar aalto museum tells the story of how the aalto vase, or rather vases for there was a whole series of them including the famous savoy vase, came into being. Alvar aalto created the aalto vase design in 1936 and entered it in the karhulaiittala glass design competition, in which it won first place. Alvar aalto created the aalto vase design in 1936 and entered it in the karhulaiittala glass design. Education entrepreneurship recruitment business books business travel.
The unique shape of alvar aalto s vase, designed in 1936, is forever modern and remains one of the major icons of glass design. The savoy vase has become one of the worlds most famous glass objects, deservedly synonymous with finnish glass art and with iittala. Aalto vase, still crafted by its original mouthblown. Alvar aalto was the kinder, gentler face of modernism the man who put finland on the architectural map, and made saunas his speciality.
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