Scandinavian Design 
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Tapio Wirkkala

Nonstop candelabrum, set of eight

Hopeakeskus Oy
Finland, 1970 / 1996
brass, wax 6 h × 12 w × 6 d in (15 × 30 × 15 cm)
estimate: $4,000–6,000
result: $10,625
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These modular candle holders can be arranged and connected in a variety of different configurations. Paper manufacturer label to box ‘Hopeakeskus Oy 1996’. Printed manufacturer's mark to box 'Made in Finland by Hopeakeskus Oy SF-13100 Hameenlinna 10, Palokunnankatu 1 Design: Tapio Wirkkala’. Seven examples retain original boxes.
literature: Tapio Wirkkala: Eye, Hand and Thought, Saarela, pg. 367

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