| Marked | Incised: TM Arabia underneath the base |
|---|---|
| Execution | Arabia Helsinki, Finland 1950's |
| Condition | This dish is in very good condition. No chips or cracks. No restorations. |
| Literature | Marianne Aav (ed.) Arabia: Ceramic, Art, Industry |
| Dimensions | Height 5,5 cm |
Toini Muona – A large glazed stoneware dish – Arabia, Finland 1950’s
€1,200.00
Availability: 1 in stock
A large stoneware dish, glazed in blue and purple glazed on the inside and oxblood glaze on the outside. Designed by Toini Muona for Arabia in the 1950’s.
About Toini Muona
Toini Muona (1904 Helsinki – 1987 Helsinki) was a distinguished Finnish ceramic artist whose innovative work significantly influenced Scandinavian ceramics during the mid-20th century.
She was born on November 19, 1904, in Helsinki, Finland. Muona studied at the Central School of Art and Design, where she first trained in sketch drawing from 1923 to 1926 before moving on to ceramics.
In 1931, Muona joined Arabia, one of Finland’s leading ceramics manufacturers. She became part of the company’s art department, where she worked for nearly 40 years. During her time at Arabia, she experimented with different ceramic techniques, particularly glazes, and developed a distinctive style.
Her pieces often had deep, rich colors and organic, asymmetrical shapes. She was known for her ability to create unique glaze textures, which made her work stand out. Some of her most recognizable works include ceramic bowls and vases with bold, abstract designs.
Muona’s work gained recognition both in Finland and internationally. She exhibited her ceramics at major design events and won several awards, including a Gold Medal at the Milan Triennale in 1951. She also received the Pro Arte Utili Medal in 1955 and Finland’s State Prize for Arts and Crafts in 1957.
Although she mainly worked in ceramics, Muona also explored other artistic fields. She designed textiles for Atelier Vigil and collaborated with Finnish glass manufacturers such as Riihimäki and Nuutajärvi.
Muona retired from Arabia in 1970 but remained respected in the Finnish design world. Her work is still highly valued by collectors, and many of her pieces are in museums and private collections. She passed away on June 23, 1987, in Helsinki.
Her legacy lives on through her innovative approach to ceramics, particularly her mastery of glazing techniques. Today, her work is appreciated for its craftsmanship and contribution to Finnish and Scandinavian design.
