Artist Oiva Toikka of Finland renders the beauty of nature in captivating Toikka crystal birds. Each bird is designed by Toikka, many based on actual species flying the skies of Finland and beyond, before being sent off to iittala's glassblowers. The master glassblowers then create these collectible works of art by hand, making each iittala bird unique. Glass as an art medium is enjoying a resurgence of popularity as Toikka birds are one of the fastest-growing collectibles. iittala Toikka Bird buyers recognize the quality of these hand-made, unique works every year. Collecting these birds has become a shared love across continents between bird lovers, glass art enthusiasts, and fans of Finnish design.

Each bird is a unique piece of art glass, hand-made at iittala's glassworks factory in Iittala, Finland.

Finnish design has a long history and is know for simplicity, functionality, and craftsmanship. It's trademark designs emerged in the early 20th century, and gained international attention through pioneers like Alvar Aalto in architecture and furniture, as well as companies such as Iittala, Artek, and Marimekko. Their work emphasized clean lines, natural materials, and a harmonious balance between beauty and practicality. Everything must have a purpose. Iconic products like the Aalto vase, Artek’s Stool 60, and Marimekko’s bold textile patterns established Finland as a leader in modernist design. Over the next century, Finnish design became synonymous with high quality, technical skill, and timeless aesthetics—qualities that have earned it global recognition, particularly during the postwar years when Nordic design was celebrated worldwide, and still is. Today, Finnish products continue to enjoy international respect, not only for their aesthetic value but also for their reputation of reliability, thoughtful construction, and cultural authenticity.