Large Mid-Century Modern "Aava" Glass Vase by Markku Salo for Iittala

An iconic piece of Scandinavian art glass, designed by the renowned Finnish artist Markku Salo for the prestigious glassworks Iittala. This is the largest version of the celebrated "Aava" (Wave) series, produced in Finland around the late 1990s and early 2000s. The vase features a striking, minimalist silhouette with a flattened disc body and an asymmetric, organic diagonal opening that beautifully captures and refracts light. It is fully authentic, featuring the etched diamond signature "Markku Salo" on the base. Design & Dimensions: • Designer: Markku Salo. • Manufacturer: Iittala (Finland) • Model: Aava (Large version) • Period: Circa 1999–2004. • Material: Heavy, hand-blown clear glass. • Width / Length: 28 cm. • Height: 19 cm. • Depth: 9 cm. • Weight: Approx. 1 kg. Condition Report: The vase is structurally sound and presents wonderfully on a console, shelf, or table, showcasing its timeless modernist shape. Please note that it shows signs of age and wear on the top edge (rim): there is one slightly larger flea bite/chip on the outer rim, and two smaller nicks on the inner rim. The price has been significantly adjusted to reflect these imperfections. Please review all the detailed close-up photographs to assess the condition before purchasing. A fantastic, affordable opportunity for collectors and lovers of mid-century and contemporary Nordic design to own a signed Markku Salo masterpiece! I provide tracking number. Thank you for visiting my shop.