iittala Aalto Vase, Large. With this vase Alvar Aalto, one of the 20th century's greatest architects, won a competition held in 1936 to find new Finnish glass for the Paris World Exhibition. Since then the Aalto vase has become perhaps the world's most famous glass object and, in the opinion of many people, an icon of the 20th century. Designed as Europe was becoming increasing tumultuous, this incredible vase speaks volumes in our own era. What better choice as a rembrance of a century of such sweeping change. Available in small, item 12115; medium, item 12117; and large, item 12120. Size: Small 3. 75" height, Medium 4. 75" height, Large 6. 25" height Materials: Crystal Cleaning and Care: Hand wash with gentle cleanser |