Oiva Toikka for Iittala Red Cardinal- Nuutäjarvi, Birds By Toikka, c1982-2000s (D0327)
Oiva Toikka (1931–2019) was a legendary Finnish designer and glass artist celebrated for his imaginative flair and bold use of colour. Toikka carved out a distinctive path with whimsical, expressive creations and is most well known for his iconic Birds By Toikka series, launched in 1972. Toikka designed over 400 unique mouth blown birds, which are highly coveted by collectors. Each bird is unique and individually signed.
Originally produced in the legendary Nuutajärvi glassworks, production of his birds later transitioned to Iittala. Beyond glass, Toikka also made significant contributions to ceramics, textiles, costume and theatre design and has received numerous prizes.
This bird is Toikka’s charming Red Cardinal produced from 1982 and remaining one of Toikka's most sought-after birds dur to its bold colour and expressive form. The bird features a vibrant orange-red body, with deep red wings, black markings, and small crest. It is in fabulous vintage condition and comes with its original swing tag, wrapping, and box. (Please note: the box has a non-original sticker on it with the name of the bird in handwritten text).
Oiva Toikka (1931–2019) was a legendary Finnish designer and glass artist celebrated for his imaginative flair and bold use of colour. Toikka carved out a distinctive path with whimsical, expressive creations and is most well known for his iconic Birds By Toikka series, launched in 1972. Toikka designed over 400 unique mouth blown birds, which are highly coveted by collectors. Each bird is unique and individually signed.
Originally produced in the legendary Nuutajärvi glassworks, production of his birds later transitioned to Iittala. Beyond glass, Toikka also made significant contributions to ceramics, textiles, costume and theatre design and has received numerous prizes.
This bird is Toikka’s charming Red Cardinal produced from 1982 and remaining one of Toikka's most sought-after birds dur to its bold colour and expressive form. The bird features a vibrant orange-red body, with deep red wings, black markings, and small crest. It is in fabulous vintage condition and comes with its original swing tag, wrapping, and box. (Please note: the box has a non-original sticker on it with the name of the bird in handwritten text).
Oiva Toikka (1931–2019) was a legendary Finnish designer and glass artist celebrated for his imaginative flair and bold use of colour. Toikka carved out a distinctive path with whimsical, expressive creations and is most well known for his iconic Birds By Toikka series, launched in 1972. Toikka designed over 400 unique mouth blown birds, which are highly coveted by collectors. Each bird is unique and individually signed.
Originally produced in the legendary Nuutajärvi glassworks, production of his birds later transitioned to Iittala. Beyond glass, Toikka also made significant contributions to ceramics, textiles, costume and theatre design and has received numerous prizes.
This bird is Toikka’s charming Red Cardinal produced from 1982 and remaining one of Toikka's most sought-after birds dur to its bold colour and expressive form. The bird features a vibrant orange-red body, with deep red wings, black markings, and small crest. It is in fabulous vintage condition and comes with its original swing tag, wrapping, and box. (Please note: the box has a non-original sticker on it with the name of the bird in handwritten text).
• Oiva Toikka “Birds by Toikka” Red Cardinal
• First produced 1982
• Signed, with iitala label, swing tag, and original box
• 17.5cm long, 8.5cm wide, 11.5cm high
• Excellent condition
