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Tapio Wirkkala, Coffee service

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Tapio Wirkkala
Coffee service

Kultakeskus Oy
Finland, 1958
silver-lined copper, teak
pot: 8.125 h x 5 w x 3.5 d in (21 x 13 x 9 cm)
creamer: 2.5 h x 2.75 w x 1.75 d in (6 x 7 x 4 cm)
sugar bowl: 1.375 h x 3.25 dia in (3 x 8 cm)

Lot is comprised of a coffee pot, sugar bowl and creamer; three pieces total. Impressed manufacturer's mark to underside of coffee pot 'Kultakeskus Oy TW'. Impressed manufacturer's mark to underside of two examples 'Kultakeskus Oy Made in Finland Design: Tapio Wirkkala'.

Literature: Tapio Wirkkala: Eye, Hand, and Thought, Saarela, pg. 362

This work will ship from Chicago, Illinois.

Condition

Good condition. Each element with patina associated with age, while also showing a few minor scuffs and scratches from use. Coffee pot spout is slightly askew. 33.92 ozt (gross weighble)

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Tapio Wirkkala, Coffee service

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Estimate $2,000-$3,000Apr 1, 2026, 12:00 PM EDT

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Apr 01, 2026 12:00 PM EDT

Chicago, IL, United States

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