Aino Aalto, wife of esteemed architect and glass designer Alvar Aalto, won the 1932 iittala-Karhula design competition in Finland and the gold prize at the Milan Triennale in 1936 for her functionalist glassware collection. Aino Aalto’s namesake design is iittala’s oldest product and stands for the epitome of mindmade design.Aino Aalto’s glassware and dinnerware are the first glass products intentionally designed with everyday use in mind, yet adaptable for modern production methods. Developed in the true spirit of functionalism, Aino Aalto’s glassware is so simple and timeless in form it is no surprise it still graces tables around the world 70 years later.
The Aino Aalto pitcher has the same beautiful ribbed sides as the rest of the Aino Aalto glassware. Use for iced tea, water, or juice, this sturdy and dependable pitcher will remain a beautiful and utilitarian piece in your glassware collection.
First founded as a glassworks company in 1881, iittala is now a leading company in modern Finnish design producing a range of dinnerware, glassware and art pieces. You’d be hard-pressed to find a Finn or fan of Finnish design that doesn’t recognize the iittala logo, designed by Timo Sarpane... More iittala
A practical woman who was always challenging the boundaries of traditional design, Aino Aalto had visionary ideas that graced her with several awards and design notoriety during her lifetime. In 1932, Aino entered and won a glassware competition in Finland to beat even her husband, Alvar Aa... More Aino Aalto
I have had the glasses for many years and am so happy to get this pitcher. It is excellent quality and a great size. And FinnStyle as always gave excellent service.
Pros
Quality and size.
Cons
none
By Peter
Minneapolis
Beautiful and simple
August 5, 2018
Beautiful yet simple design. Look great with the glasses.
By Karen
Michigan
Pitcher
December 11, 2015
I have been wanting this pitcher for quite a while and finally bought one when it went on sale. I love the look and feel of it and can't wait to use it over the holidays. It also matches my Iittala glasses which is a definite plus. Wish it came in the same colors that the glasses come in but the clear is beautiful too!