designed by tapio wirkkala for ittala in 1968, the ultima thule glassware is a modern classic. in medieval geographies, ‘ultima thule’ was the name used for a distant place that was beyond the borders of the known world. when this design was unveiled in the 1960s, it represented something new in the glass industry & contributed to iittala’s international breakthrough. thousands of hours were spent to perfect the glass-blowing technique that’s required for the ultima thule collection, whose unique pattern is created when the molten glass burns into the surface of the wooden molds. everything except the pitcher is dishwasher safe. most items are in-stock for quickship!
the iittala group is a leading company in modern scandinavian design. their philosophy is based in part on designer kaj franck’s statement, ‘objects should always be appropriate, durable, & functional.’ iittala believes in lasting designs that brighten everyday life. in addition, all iittala products are designed to be combinable, so that your purchases today will work with existing and future pieces. this allows you to build & refresh your iittala collection endlessly over time.
Delivery Time:
1-2 weeks (Quick! Overnight if Needed)
Delivery Time:
1-3 weeks for Quick Ship (No Overnight)
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