Known for combining expressive and abstract figures with familiar, everyday shapes, Barcelona-based German artist Sabine Finckenauer crafted both the Losange and Kalendi prints by using oil pastels on paper. Losange features a green heraldic symbol that appears on historical buildings and blazons, while the red figure on Kalendi resembles another type of historical artifact, a goblet-like chalice. Combining different shades of red, green and blue on top of a grid-like backdrop, this Marimekko tea towel set of two perfectly compliments each other while telling a symbolic story in the kitchen. The cotton-linen material is machine washable and includes a hanging loop for display while not in use.
Marimekko is a Finnish design house renowned for its bold, effusive prints and timeless patterns. The company was founded in 1951 by Finnish couple Armi and Viljo Ratia, and the name Marimekko translated literally means “Mary-dress.” Marimekko’s impact reaches far beyond just Finland, howev... More Marimekko