Vintage “Paper Bag” vase by Tapio Wirkkala for Rosenthal, Germany 1970

For sale is an iconic Mid-Century porcelain “Paper Bag" Vase designed by Finnish designer Tapio Wirkkala, circa 1977, for Rosenthal’s Studio Line "DO NOT LITTER" range. This example is in superb vintage condition with no damage and very minor wear, commensurate with 40+ years of age and careful use. The "Paper Bag" vase came in various sizes and forms, both in white and the more desirable unglazed brown outer with pea-green glazed inner. This vase is the smallest version in the range. Tapio Wirkkala (1915-1985) was a multitalented design genius, widely considered a leading figure of modern Finnish industrial art. Wirkkala's wide-ranging portfolio spans from glass, furniture and product design to sculpture, city planning, art, graphics and even creating banknotes for the Finnish treasury. Throughout his incredibly productive career, Wirkkala received numerous awards including three gold medals at the Milan Triennale, the Lunning Prize, the Pro Finlandia Medal and the Prince Eugen Medal. Reference : 311752