This is a fabulous vintage Avena ice vase. It is model 3429. The Tapio Wirkkala Avena vase was first produced for the Finnish glass company Iittala in 1968 - 1970. It remained in production until 1989.
This Brutalist vase is textured and made to look like it is made from melting ice. The surface is textured and the irergular form is covered all over with random organic shapes. It has an older Iitala label on it and with the authentic Wirrkala signature on the base. This would imply that the vase dates to the early 1970s.
It is quite stunning being a larger sized example with crisp detailing. It is in good vintage condition with no chips or cracks. I have taken lots of images for your inspection.
Dimensions: The height is 9 1/2 inches (24 cm). The rim measures 4 1/4 x 3 1/2 inches. The foot has a diameter of 3 inches. It is a large and substantial piece of Finnish glass and weights in at 1.3 kg.
It is signed on the base: Tapio Wirkkala 3429.
The vase will be very carefully packed to keep it safe in transit. It will be sent to you with Royal Mail Tracked (Medium Parcel, over 2kg) Post. This will be applied to your order at the checkout.