A finely textured Riite (“Frost”) art glass dish designed by the renowned Finnish designer Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala c. 1970s, celebrated for his sculptural interpretations of ice and organic surface forms.
This 15cm diameter dish features Sarpaneva’s signature frosted texture that captures and refracts light with a crystalline shimmer, evoking the surface of frozen water. The raised rim and rippled edge lend subtle movement and depth, characteristic of his restrained yet expressive modernist aesthetic.
Beautifully crafted in clear pressed glass, the piece embodies Finnish design’s harmony between form and nature.
Perfect as a catchall dish for keys, jewellery, or small trinkets; a serving piece for nuts or sweets; or simply displayed as a decorative art object that reflects light beautifully on any surface.
A luminous example of Scandinavian modernism — understated, tactile, and enduringly elegant.
Condition:
In excellent condition with no scratches or nicks.
Dimensions:
15.5cm Diameter X 4cm H
Shipping:
A courier shipment can be arranged for this item. Select "Local Pick-up" at check-out (so that you are not charged for shipping at check-out).
After your purchase, kindly email shop@retrend.co.za so we can package the item securely and get a quote from a courier such as PostNet or Courier Guy. We will revert with the cost based on the wrapped dimensions. This cost is payable via EFT.
Note/Disclaimer:
Our photos form part of the item/s description. While every effort is made to refurbish our furniture to reflect its original character, most pieces date from the 1950s–1970s and may show subtle signs of age and use. Any notable imperfections will be mentioned and visible in the images provided. We encourage in-store viewing or careful review of photos before purchase.
Items are wrapped and prepared for transport by us (not the courier) to ensure safe handling. Once items leave our premises, they are no longer insured. We recommend arranging goods-in-transit insurance through your own short-term insurer.
Due to the fragility of glass, we do not recommend shipping such items outside Gauteng. Please refer to our Shipping Policy for more information: https://retrend.co.za/policies/shipping-policy
Note/Disclaimer:
Our images form part of the item/s description. Although all effort is made to refurbish our furniture to represent its original state best, it must be noted that most of the items we source date from the 1950s to the late 1970s. For this reason and although restored, signs of their vintage condition & age might still be visible. We will normally point out any visible/notable concerns. Take note of all photos or view the item in-store prior to purchasing.