Fujiwo Ishimoto's 1983 Ostjakki (Khanty) pattern is part of a collection called Iso karhu (Ursa Major), which was inspired by a book depicting the life of the Finno-Ugrian peoples. The colorful checked print is an ode to traditional ikat dyeing techniques, where colors bleed into one another. Printed on a soft and cozy cotton-wool blend, this blanket features the same pattern on the reverse side and multi-colored fringed ends. The orange, burgundy, and gold colors evoke feelings of fall leaves and all things autumn.
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
Attracted to Marimekko from the very beginning, Japanese-born Fujiwo Ishimoto found harmony between Japanese and Finnish design. Modern and minimalistic, his simple, clean and pure prints were eventually met great success at Marimekko.
Ishimoto began his long career with Marimekko in 1974... More Fujiwo Ishimoto