For years Toikka's Barn Owl has enchanted bird enthusiasts and non-enthusiasts alike. For admirers of the Barn Owl, the Baby Owl will be a very welcome addition to the Toikka collection. For those unfamiliar with Toikka, the Owlet is a good introduction to Toikka's imagination and craft.
The owlet has large baby blue eyes, scalloped silver feathers, and a yellow/orange body.
On the base of each individualized bird is acid-stamped the signature of the artist.
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
One, if not the most recognizable names in Finnish glass design, Oiva Toikka’s boundless imagination has taken glass art to new heights. Best known for his Birds collection for iittala, he brings mouth-blown glass creations to life. Each one is hand-crafted so every piece is an original and... More Oiva Toikka
I have this owl along with many of the other glass ittala birds. I gave an owl to my three sisters when they celebrated their 50th birthday. I bought this bird for my daughter and her family for Christmas. I always like the thought of a “wise owl.” Gorgeous piece of art glass.
By Lorrie
Lorrie.ignatius@gmail.com
Iittala Toikka Baby Owl
March 11, 2018
Purchased this for a christening gift and it is beautifully made. Colors are vibrant. Exactly what it looks like in the picture.