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Helsinki Design Sale F612

Bukowskis presents Helsinki Design Sale – Finland's leading auction for modern design. The auction features a broad and carefully curated selection of design objects by sought-after Finnish and international designers. Highlights include a pair of pendant lights by Paavo Tynell made for Hotel Atlas in 1929, several decorative stoneware dishes by Birger Kaipiainen, the remarkable sculpture "Madonna" by Tapio Wirkkala, and a unique glass bowl by Timo Sarpaneva.

Sarpaneva’s glass bowl was previously part of the collection of Reino Löflund before passing to its current owner. Reino "Reka" Löflund served as master glassmaker at the Iittala glassworks, overseeing the entire production. Throughout his career, he collaborated closely with Timo Sarpaneva to develop several iconic series, including Claritas, Arkipelago, and Finlandia.

The auctions also feature an exciting selection of jewellery by Finnish designers. Among the highlights are two gold necklaces by Tapio Wirkkala, "Devil's Head" and "Viking".

Auction online: April 24 – May 4
Opening hours for viewing: Mon–Tue: 1 PM – 5 PM, Wed: 1 PM – 6 PM Thu–Fri: 1 PM – 5 PM
Address: Mastokatu 4-6, Helsinki

 
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206 items
Tapio Wirkkala, a plywood dish, signed TW.
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Tapio Wirkkala, a plywood dish, signed TW.
Hammer price 
6 200 EUR
Estimate
8 000 - 10 000 EUR
Paavo Tynell, A pair of pendant lights made to order 1929.
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Paavo Tynell, A pair of pendant lights made to order 1929.
Hammer price 
41 000 EUR
Estimate
8 000 - 10 000 EUR
Paavo Tynell, A pair of pendant lights made to order 1929.
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Paavo Tynell, A pair of pendant lights made to order 1929.
Hammer price 
51 000 EUR
Estimate
8 000 - 10 000 EUR
A pair of 1950s table lamps for Sievä.
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A pair of 1950s table lamps for Sievä.
Hammer price 
5 400 EUR
Estimate
5 000 - 6 000 EUR
Paavo Tynell, a mid-20th century '9206' for Taito.
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Paavo Tynell, a mid-20th century '9206' for Taito.
Hammer price 
4 700 EUR
Estimate
5 000 - 6 000 EUR
Kai Ruokonen, a 1970's floor lamp for Orno, Finland.
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Kai Ruokonen, a 1970's floor lamp for Orno, Finland.
Hammer price 
6 110 EUR
Estimate
4 000 - 5 000 EUR
Four 1930s armchairs.
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Four 1930s armchairs.
Hammer price 
2 000 EUR
Estimate
4 000 - 5 000 EUR
Tapio Wirkkala, A plywood dish signed TW.
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Tapio Wirkkala, A plywood dish signed TW.
Hammer price 
7 400 EUR
Estimate
4 000 - 4 500 EUR
A mid-20th century armchair.
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A mid-20th century armchair.
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Estimate
4 000 - 5 000 EUR
Birger Kaipiainen, a stoneware decorative dish signed Kaipiainen.
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Birger Kaipiainen, a stoneware decorative dish signed Kaipiainen.
Hammer price 
12 200 EUR
Estimate
4 000 - 5 000 EUR
Flemming Lassen, a sofa, manufactured by Asko 1952-1956.
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Flemming Lassen, a sofa, manufactured by Asko 1952-1956.
Hammer price 
3 000 EUR
Estimate
3 500 - 4 000 EUR
Alvar Aalto, an 'A808' floor lamp for Valaistustyö.
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Alvar Aalto, an 'A808' floor lamp for Valaistustyö.
Hammer price 
4 800 EUR
Estimate
3 000 - 3 500 EUR
Paavo Tynell, a 1938 table lamp made to order for Taito.
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Paavo Tynell, a 1938 table lamp made to order for Taito.
Hammer price 
1 500 EUR
Estimate
3 000 - 4 000 EUR
Alvar Aalto, an 'A808' floor lamp for Valaistustyö.
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Alvar Aalto, an 'A808' floor lamp for Valaistustyö.
Hammer price 
5 800 EUR
Estimate
3 000 - 3 500 EUR
Alvar Aalto, a pair of doorhandles for Valaistustyö.
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Alvar Aalto, a pair of doorhandles for Valaistustyö.
Hammer price 
3 800 EUR
Estimate
3 000 - 4 000 EUR
A pair of mid-20th century floor lamps.
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A pair of mid-20th century floor lamps.
Hammer price 
3 300 EUR
Estimate
2 400 - 2 600 EUR
Paavo Tynell, a mid-20th century ceiling light for Idman.
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Paavo Tynell, a mid-20th century ceiling light for Idman.
Hammer price 
1 400 EUR
Estimate
2 000 - 2 500 EUR
Timo Sarpaneva, a 'Ahtojää' (Pack ice) sculpture unsigned.
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Timo Sarpaneva, a 'Ahtojää' (Pack ice) sculpture unsigned.
Hammer price 
3 500 EUR
Estimate
2 000 - 2 500 EUR
Flemming Lassen, an armchair manufactured by Asko 1952-1956.
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Flemming Lassen, an armchair manufactured by Asko 1952-1956.
Hammer price 
3 100 EUR
Estimate
2 000 - 2 500 EUR
Flemming Lassen, an armchair manufactured by Asko 1952-1956.
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Flemming Lassen, an armchair manufactured by Asko 1952-1956.
Hammer price 
3 100 EUR
Estimate
2 000 - 2 500 EUR
Paavo Tynell, a ceiling light made to order for Taito 1939.
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Paavo Tynell, a ceiling light made to order for Taito 1939.
Hammer price 
5 400 EUR
Estimate
1 500 - 1 800 EUR
Alvar Aalto, a vase '3031' signed Alvar Aalto II.
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Alvar Aalto, a vase '3031' signed Alvar Aalto II.
Hammer price 
2 000 EUR
Estimate
1 500 - 2 000 EUR