An organizing essential that is both beautiful and versatile, the Tanssi (Dance) Tin features the enchanting artwork of Klaus Haapaniemi. Inspired by the birth of opera, the intricate illustrations depict forest inhabitants dressed for a fancy affair. A flute-playing deer, well-dressed badger and a dancing fox are among the colorful characters.
The cylindrical shape and lightweight metal material makes it suitable for a variety of storage, from dry and baked goods in the kitchen to odds and ends on the desktop.
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
Designer Klaus Haapaniemi (born 1970) was dubbed one of most important rising stars in illustration and design by the international WGSN trend analysis service. After graduating as a graphic designer from the Lahti Institute of Design, Finland, the now London-based creative has had no short... More Klaus Haapaniemi
The graphics on this tin are beautiful, The size is perfect for storing dry goods.
Pros
size
graphics
By Bj
Princeton, ID
Love this tin! It brings back memories of Finland for me.
December 23, 2016
I love Finland! I love this tin! It's exactly as it is described on your site. The design is beautiful. I can't wait till my kitchen is finished; this tin is getting a place of honor. (It's also getting filled with tea bags ;)
Cons
None. Totally. None.
By Marylouise
Bloomington Indiana
Initial Tanssi White Tin
August 5, 2015
The item looks good well presented Finnish opera characters! Whimsical and fanciful! The perfect gift for the right person!
Pros
Colors are vibrant and tin could be used for a variety of purposes