Tapio Wirkkala for Rosenthal, “Variation” coffee service.

Tapio Wirkkala for Rosenthal, “Variation” coffee service. Complete coffee service in white porcelain with a distinctive fluted surface, combined with contrasting saucers and plates. An elegant and functional design with a clear Nordic modernist expression. Origin: Scandinavia. Designer: Tapio Wirkkala. Material: Porcelain. Dimensions: – Cup: H. 7 cm, D. 9 cm. – Saucer: D. 13 cm. – Cake plate: D. 18 cm. – Sugar bowl: H. 8 cm, D. 10 cm. – Creamer: H. 8 cm, D. 10 cm. Period: 1980s. Condition: Excellent condition with light, age-related wear. First factory quality. Bio: Tapio Wirkkala was one of the most influential Finnish designers of the 20th century, working across materials such as glass, ceramics, and metal. His work is characterised by a balance of functionality, sculptural clarity, and inspiration drawn from nature. The “Variation” series reflects his ability to unite strict geometry with tactile surface qualities in a timeless and refined design language.