カイピアイネンが描いた「楽園」 フィンランド製オリジナルの名作
This is a rare vintage 29.5cm oval plate from the famous Paratiisi instrument by the Finnish company Arabia. This is an original plate manufactured in Finland between 1969 and 1971, making it a collector's item known as the "old Paratiisi."
The series name Paratiisi means "paradise" in Finnish. Designed by the company's leading designer, Birger Kaipiainen, it was released in 1969, but production was temporarily halted in 1974 due to the oil crisis. The series was revived in 1988.
Paratiisi's logo has five variations: 1) the viola (pansy) logo from 1969, 2) the leaf logo produced in late 1971, which replaced the viola with the ARABIA mark, 3) the crown logo from the 1988 reissue, which was replaced with a circular English logo, 4) the black and white logo with the 1988 logo's colors removed, and 5) the Thai logo, which is the black and white logo with the circular logo removed. While the black and white crown logo from 4 was made in Finland, all modern versions are made in Thailand. This is the earliest version of the viola logo.
Currently, Paratiisi is being produced in reproduction versions, all made in Thailand. The distinctive feature of the modern version is the clear, deep paint color on the surface, and the whiteness of the base.
The 29.5cm oval plate is currently out of production. No reproductions have been produced, so it is only available as a vintage item.
■Details Manufacturer: ARABIA Designer: Birger Kaipiainen Series: Paratiisi Production period: 1969-1971 Date of production: October 1969 (the earliest model of the Paratiisi series)
Country of origin: Finland Condition: ★★★★☆ (4.5: Excellent condition)
This is a deadstock item that has never been used and is in excellent condition. It is in near-perfect condition, has excellent preservation, and has excellent color and luster. It is an item highly recommended by the shop owner.
■Size: Width 29.5cm, Length 26.5cm, Height 4cm
Paratiisi ~ Finland's paradise ~
"Paratiisi" is a masterpiece created by Birger Kaipiainen, a famous designer of ARABIA. The series name means "paradise" in Finnish. After some trial and error by Kaipiainen, Paratissi was launched in 1969. Each piece of Paratissi was decorated with a richly colored print, making it one of the most elaborate and luxurious series of Arabic tableware of the time. Production ceased in 1974 due to the severe economic recession and fuel shortage caused by the oil crisis.
Paratissi is also known for its frequently changing logo, called a backstamp. 1) A logo that started with the viola (pansy) logo in 1969, 2) A logo that abolished the year stamp in the first half of 1971, and 3) A leaf that replaced the viola part produced around the second half of 1971 with the ARABIA mark. logo, 4) Crown logo, which was replaced with a circular English logo in the 1988 reprint, 5) Black and white logo from mid-2000, with the color of the 1988 logo removed, and 6) Made in Thailand, with the circle mark further removed. There are 6 types of logos. Until the mid-2000 logo, it will be made in Finland. The important thing to know is that the Thai made logo does not have "FINLAND" stamped on it.
In particular, the reprint editions of Paratissi from the mid-2000s onward are characterized by their darker decorations and thick design lines that make them easy to understand. Vintage items up to 1988 have pale colors and thin lines, giving a sense of depth throughout. Vintage tableware is more beautiful as tableware.
ARABIA - Arabia
ARABIA is a ceramic manufacturer representing Finland in the 20th century. Originally, ARABIA was a factory established in Finland by Sweden's Rörstrand as a base for producing pottery for Russia. The company's name comes from the fact that it was established in the Arabian district of Helsinki, the capital.
From the 1950s to the 1980s, many world-famous designers such as Ulla Procoppe, Birger Kaipiainen, Laiya Uosikkinen, and Esteri Tomura created many works, known as the Golden Age of ARABIA. Works that had a great influence on modern modern design were created at the time, from simple Scandinavian modern designs to highly decorative and well-crafted pieces. ARABIA is known for its masterpieces such as paratissi, crocus, flora, and corari, which are both practical and decorative items unique to Scandinavian tableware that are useful for both interior and everyday use.
