30s Wine Glass by Saara Korppi |
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| DESIGN NAME: 30s PRIMARY FUNCTION: Wine Glass INSPIRATION: My goal is to design and make high quality handmade glassware that looks interesting from all angles and creates new experiences for the user. My inspiration comes from the Finnish nature, especially from the element of water. I am inspired by water in all its forms - liquid, steam and ice. Both water and glass reflect light and shapes in interesting ways. The base design reflects the interplay of water and glass. The inspiration comes from my previous 30s Cognac Glass design. This item belongs to the same glass series as it shares the same inspiration and shape of the cup. UNIQUE PROPERTIES / PROJECT DESCRIPTION: This wine glass is free-blown in a hot shop using old venetian glass blowing techniques and it consists of very thin glass. Due to the technique used, every glass piece is unique. The glass is easy to grab and looks interesting from every angle. The cup has two inner-blown arches forming a special flattened shape. The shape of the glass, when filled with liquid, allows light to reflect from different angles, adding a special enjoyment to drinking. OPERATION / FLOW / INTERACTION: This object is particularly meant for drinking white wine, but it can also be used for drinking water or other beverages. The recommended maximum liquid level lies just above the inner arch, bringing out the best drinking experience. The curves offer another perfect place to grab the glass and sniffing the scent of the drink while observing the reflections of the liquid from all angles. The glass can be washed in the dishwasher. PROJECT DURATION AND LOCATION: The project started in 2017 in Osterbybruk, Sweden. The production has continued in Helsinki until today. The first products were exhibited in Ikkunagalleria Hytti in June 2017 in Helsinki. Besides that, they have been exhibited in the Venice Glass Week 2019, in Helsinki in 2019 and in the Finnish Glass Museum in 2020. FITS BEST INTO CATEGORY: Fine Arts and Art Installation Design |
PRODUCTION / REALIZATION TECHNOLOGY: Used material is glass. This is free-blown in a hot-shop in the glass studio. SPECIFICATIONS / TECHNICAL PROPERTIES: Minimum Width 100 mm x Height 220 mm TAGS: Glass, design, tradition, quality, blown glass, wine, 30s, wine glass, Finnish design RESEARCH ABSTRACT: I made these wine glasses with passion, using old venetian glass blowing techniques. The goal of my research has been to improve the taste of the drink by improving the functionality, shape and reflection of the glass containing the liquid. It took a long time to find the right working method. By mastering the glass blowing techniques and processes I have managed to create the 30s glass series and to continue it by this new item. CHALLENGE: Designing glass that looks interesting at 360 degrees combined with venetian glass blowing skills is truly challenging. Further, it is demanding to create a glass that when filled with liquid will emphasize the shape of the glass and reflect light beautifully. These wine glasses require a high level of glass blowing skills. At the beginning, the most difficult part in terms of technique was to make well-proportioned glasses with the right timing and in collaboration with an assistant. Finally, I found the right way to produce them. ADDED DATE: 2020-02-18 12:53:34 TEAM MEMBERS (1) : IMAGE CREDITS: Image #1 : Photographer Henni Hyvärinen Image #2 : Photographer Henni Hyvärinen Image #3 : Photographer Henni Hyvärinen Image #4 : Photographer Henni Hyvärinen Image #5 : Photographer Henni Hyvärinen PATENTS/COPYRIGHTS: Copyrights belong to Saara Korppi |
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NAME: Saara Korppi PROFILE: Saara Korppi blows glasswork from drinking glasses to chandleries. She designs and blows her own models for herself. Her designs reflect Finnish nature, such as rock formations and the various states of water and its reflections. All items are handmade in Finland. |
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30s Wine Glass by Saara Korppi is Winner in Bakeware, Tableware, Drinkware and Cookware Design Category, 2019 - 2020.· Press Members: Login or Register to request an exclusive interview with Saara Korppi. · Click here to register inorder to view the profile and other works by Saara Korppi. |
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