iittala Toikka Brown Duck clear-glass-birds and contrast to the design

and contrast to the design

The small size allows them to line up along windowsills and other nest-like nooks around the home or office

The bird was designed by artist Tarmo Maaronen and mouth-blown by a small team of skilled blowers

The birds of Oiva Toikka's 2014 collection are individually mouth-blown by the master glassblowers at iittalas glassworks shop

They also make for a great gift for any occasion or recipient thanks to their universal and timeless appeal

iittala Toikka Brown Duck clear-glass-birds and contrast to the designThe Male Duck, often symbolizing happiness, friendship and luck, stuns in its glass form by Oiva Toikka. Its orange tinted beak and vibrant blue head bring an eye catching pop of color wherever it lands. The impressive glasswork and coloring features a textured brown body, resembling that of the Male Duck's intricate feathers. Oiva Toikka's collectible glass birds are individually mouth blown in Finland by iittala's master glassblowers, meaning each