🍀This time round we are introducing ceramic artist #BirgerKaipiainen → who designed such #Arabiaclassics as #ArabiaParatiisi, #ArabiaSunnuntai, #ArabiaApila and #ArabiaViola! → What makes #Kaipiainen so special? What is the symbolism behind his designs? Which royals own Paratiisi? 🍀 Discover everything about the artist's life that you might not have known! #designers #finnishdesigners #finnishdesign #designhistory #orvokkimeri #Arabiadishes #Arabiavintage #Arabiaceramics

Its the 105th anniversary of Birger Kaipiainen, our next designer introduction feature! Did you know? 🍒 Belgian king and queen visited Arabia and fell in love with this design 🍒 Initially named Tarha, fruit garden, it was launched 1969 under the iconic name Paratiisi 🍒Kaipiainen loved violets, because it was composer Chopin's favourite flower 🍒 He also created Apila and Sunnuntai for the same model. Stay tuned to the upcoming designer introduction! 📷Jouni Seppänen/Runebergin…

We’ve just added gorgeous colours to exquisite decoration Viola, by Birger Kaipiainen to our webshop! ⁠ 😍⁠ ⁠ To learn more of two colours and sizes of these rare violets⁠ →Click the link now! ⁠ ⁠ 🌍Free, fast, and carbon-neutral shipping worldwide on orders over 50 € with DHL Express! ⁠ ⁠. ⁠ . .⁠ #birgerkaipiainen #viola #arabiavintage #nordicvintage #nordicvintagedishes #vintagedishes #arabiafinland #arabiavintage #nordicdesign #finnishdesign #midcenturymodern #design

How to separate original from reproduction @astialiisa ? #Sunnuntai series by #BirgerKaipiainen was originally produced in #Finland 1971-1974. Reproduction made in Thailand was announced 2019. It differs slightly from the original vintage: 1. Original is hard faience. Thicker and lighter! 2. Original colour is more vibrant! 3. Shape and sizes differ! Original plates are oval and most sizes smaller! 4. Original was a complete series with various dishes, the new reproduction has limited…

Paratiisi (paradise) series is made with simple and beautiful forms complemented by a rich design print of fruits, violets and blackcurrants. Here in black and white. Paratiisi was first manufactured 1969-1974, after which it was discontinued because of reorganisation of the production. Paratiisi black returned in 2000 and has been in production periodically. In 2016 the production moved to Thailand. A set of a cup and a saucer for hot drinks. Usually used for serving tea, but also hot…

Paratiisi (paradise) series is made with simple and beautiful forms complemented by a rich design print of fruits, violets and blackcurrants. Paratiisi was first manufactured 1969-1974, after which it was discontinued because of reorganisation of the production. In 1988 Paratiisi was renewed and was produced in Finland until 2016, after which the production moved to Thailand. A jar is a container that can be used for long-term storing of foods and drinks. You can also use it for interior…

Paratiisi (paradise) series is made with simple and beautiful forms complemented by a rich design print of fruits, violets and blackcurrants. Here in black and white. Paratiisi was first manufactured 1969-1974, after which it was discontinued because of reorganisation of the production. Paratiisi black returned in 2000 and has been in production periodically. In 2016 the production moved to Thailand. A small plate that can be used as a saucer or as a very small serving dish. See our Arabia…

Birger Kaipiainen

Paratiisi (paradise) series is made with simple and beautiful forms complemented by a rich design print of fruits, violets and blackcurrants. Paratiisi was first manufactured 1969-1974, after which it was discontinued because of reorganisation of the production. In 1988 Paratiisi was renewed and was produced in Finland until 2016, after which the production moved to Thailand. A Jug/pitcher is a vessel for serving water, tea, coffee, milk, juice or beer at meal time. You can also use it for…

Paratiisi (paradise) series is made with simple and beautiful forms complemented by a rich design print of fruits, violets and blackcurrants. Paratiisi was first manufactured 1969-1974, after which it was discontinued because of reorganisation of the production. In 1988 Paratiisi was renewed and was produced in Finland until 2016, after which the production moved to Thailand. A side plate, dessert plate, bread plate or a plate for cake or sweet buns. This plate forms a set with a coffee cup…