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1937

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1979

  • We acquired this object.

2015

2025

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Savoy Vase

This is a vase. It was designed by Alvar Aalto. It is dated after 1937 and we acquired it in 1979. Its medium is glass. It is a part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts department.

This object was donated by Mr. Ake Tjeder. It is credited Gift of Mr. Ake Tjeder.

Its dimensions are

Overall: 15.7 x 20.1 x 19.2 cm (6 3/16 x 7 15/16 x 7 9/16 in.)

It has the following markings

Manufacturer's sticker red with white "i" made in Finland.

Cite this object as

Savoy Vase; Designed by Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898–1976); Finland; glass; Overall: 15.7 x 20.1 x 19.2 cm (6 3/16 x 7 15/16 x 7 9/16 in.); Gift of Mr. Ake Tjeder; 1979-81-2

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