This rare Crocus sugar bowl is a masterpiece from ARABIA, a leading Finnish tableware manufacturer. It comes with a rare lid. The Crocus series name comes from a type of iris flower. The design was created by Esteri Tomura, known for his Flora, Valm, and Botanica collections, and his expertise in incorporating natural flowers into his designs.
The Crocus series comes in three varieties: black and white, color, and black and white with gray rim. This is the relatively rare black and white version. Crocus was only produced for two years, from 1978 to 1979. Reprints have been released in recent years, but they differ from the vintage versions in certain respects, such as a softer shape and a reproduction mug that wasn't included in the original.
This sugar bowl is a rare item that has never been resold and is only available on the vintage market.
■Detailed specifications Manufacturer: ARABIA Series: Krokus Form design: Peter Winquist Pattern design: Esteri Tomula Year: 1978-1979 Country of origin: Finland Condition: ★★★★☆ (4.5: Excellent condition)
This is in near-deadstock condition. The dent on the back of the lid is a result of a support that was installed during manufacturing.
■Size Bowl diameter 10.5cm Height 5cm
