Called Pilkkuhauva (Spotted Dog), this piece is part of the Marikyläläiset collection by Jenni Tuominen. The bottom portion is a familiar shape from the Marimekko Oiva dinnerware line, while the top features the playful face of a dog. The two parts separate and rejoin to act as storage for jewelry, office supplies, or other trinkets, while the bottom part can be used as a small bowl on its own when needed. Though Pilkkuhauva can serve many functions, it's truly a piece of collectible art at heart. Each one is hand-painted to have its own unique personality, much like the adorable dog it depicts. It will add a bit of whimsy and wonder to bookshelves, mantles, countertops and more. Boxed in the Marimekko 70th anniversary packaging, it also makes for a fantastic gift.
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
A hands-on and experimental artist, Marimekko designer Jenni Tuominen contributes upbeat and light-hearted prints that instantaneously induce a cheerful mood. Graduating as a blacksmith in 1996, Tuominen decided to delve further into her creative mind and went back to school and became a pr... More Jenni Tuominen