iittala Ultima Thule Dinner Plate artek-81b-tables The spatula and fork are

The spatula and fork are flat

The Ultima Thule footed cordial has textured sides that reference the northern icy terrain of Scandinavia

while colorful shells decorate the shore and the outer edges of the bowl

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iittala Ultima Thule Dinner Plate artek-81b-tables The spatula and fork are2015 marked the 100th anniversary since Tapio Wirkkala's birth, and this dewdrop kissed plate is the perfect commemoration and celebration of his life and works. In classic literature, Ultima Thule is used to reference the furthest possible place in the world. Designed in 1968, the Ultima Thule Glassware similarly references the icy cold reaches of Scandinavia. The unique melting texture of these pieces are achieved through specialized molds, the