Tapio Wirkkala for Rosenthal, large bowl.

Tapio Wirkkala for Rosenthal, large bowl. Large bowl in white porcelain, designed by Tapio Wirkkala in 1962 and produced by Rosenthal. The bowl is marked. Origin: Germany. Designer: Tapio Wirkkala. Material: Porcelain. Dimensions: H. 8 cm, D. 22 cm. Period: 1970s. Condition: Perfect condition. Bio: Tapio Wirkkala (1915–1985) was one of Finland’s most significant designers, working across glass, porcelain, metal, wood and graphic design. He began a long-standing collaboration with Rosenthal in the 1950s and created a number of distinctive porcelain designs for the company. His work was characterised by functionalism, sculptural qualities and inspiration from the organic forms of nature.