iittala Toikka Brown Duck clear-glass-birds He worked as a teacher

He worked as a teacher of Scandinavian glass techniques from 1995-1997

The base is left open and the dome-shaped body hollow like her mother

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

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

iittala Toikka Brown Duck clear-glass-birds He worked as a teacherThe 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