{"title":"Iittala - Ultima Thule","description":"\u003ch2\u003e The Ultima Thule series – glass that seems to flow\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eUltima Thule is the name of the iconic Iittala series designed by Finnish graphic artist, architect and designer Tapio Wirkkala. In almost 40 years at Iittala, Wirkkala designed more than 400 objects. Among his most famous are the pieces in the Ultima Thule series, which originated in the 1960s from carved graphic shapes. Wirkkala was inspired by melting ice in Lapland, which is why the surface of the glassware recalls dripping water. Little of the original graphic shapes remains visible in the finished products, which reflect the countless hours it took to perfect the distinctive effect of Ultima Thule glasses using a special glassblowing technique. In 2015, to mark the 100th anniversary of Tapio Wirkkala's birth, Iittala relaunched the Ultima Thule series. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe name Ultima Thule refers both to the ancient island of Thule, a place described as the end of the world, and to the geographical Ultima Thule – the northernmost point of land on Earth, around 700 km from the North Pole.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"iittala-ultima-thule-glasvase","title":"Iittala - Ultima Thule Glass Vase","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGlass Vase with a Textured Surface\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\nThe Ultima Thule Iittala ’s glass vase, with its uniquely textured surface, is a wonderful decorative addition to any living space. The design is inspired by Tapio Wirkkala’s iconic Ultima Thule glass collection by Tapio Wirkkala. The textured surface is reminiscent of ice beginning to melt in the warm sun. When paired with twigs or flowers, it creates a stunning visual fusion of the seasons.\r\nThe glass vase is hand-blown in Finland, which means there may be slight variations between products—each piece is one-of-a-kind.","brand":"Iittala","offers":[{"title":"180 x 192 mm","offer_id":57413407801688,"sku":"319560","price":270.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0959\/1760\/5208\/files\/Iittala-Ultima-Thule-Glasvase-82x97-mm-klar.jpg?v=1780325931"},{"product_id":"iittala-ultima-thule-keramikvase","title":"Iittala - Ultima Thule Ceramic Vase","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCeramic Vase with a Textured Surface\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\nThe Ultima Thule Iittala ’s ceramic vase, with its uniquely textured surface, is a wonderful decorative addition to any living space. The design is inspired by Tapio Wirkkala’s iconic Ultima Thule glass collection by Tapio Wirkkala. The textured surface is reminiscent of ice beginning to melt in the warm sun. When paired with twigs or flowers, it creates a stunning visual fusion of the seasons.\r\nPlease note that the ceramic vase must be washed by hand only.","brand":"Iittala","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57413408162136,"sku":"319559","price":80.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0959\/1760\/5208\/files\/Iittala-Ultima-Thule-Keramikvase-85x95-mm-weiss.jpg?v=1780325934"},{"product_id":"iittala-ultima-thule-krug","title":"Iittala - Ultima Thule Krug","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGlass Pitcher\r\n\u003c\/h2\u003eIce-cold drinks in an ice-cold design: Drinks look absolutely stunning in this pitcher from the classic “ Ultima Thule ” collection by Iittala . It was designed by Tapio Wirkkala.\r\nUltima Thule This is a collection of glassworks that clearly reflects the long and arduous work that went into achieving such perfection in craftsmanship. The jug’s unique effect mimics nature: Tapio Wirkkala was inspired by melting glacial ice in Lapland when creating the design. Hence the name “ Ultima Thule ,” which is the name of the world’s northernmost point.\u003ch3\u003e Ultima Thule Collection\r\n\u003c\/h3\u003eToday, the “ Ultima Thule ” collection is considered a classic. The series played a major role in Iittala ’s international breakthrough. The finely crafted material showcases the distinctive power of Finnish glasswork. The shapes of the drinking jugs from “ Iittala ” vary from piece to piece, depending on how the molten glass envelops the wooden molds during production.\r\nLike the rest of the “ Ultima Thule ” series, the glass jug dates from 196 8.","brand":"Iittala","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57413408620888,"sku":"106274","price":200.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0959\/1760\/5208\/files\/Ultima-Thule-Krug-mit-Tuelle-150cl.jpg?v=1780325935"},{"product_id":"iittala-ultima-thule-trinkglaeser","title":"Ultima Thule Drinking Glasses","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGlasses Inspired by Glaciers\r\n\u003c\/h2\u003eThe drinking glasses in the Ultima Thule series were designed by Tapio Wirkkala in 1968. Today, these classic glasses from Iittala are true testaments to their era.\r\nUltima Thule is a collection of glasses that clearly reflect the long and arduous work that went into perfecting the glassworking technique. 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