iittala Ultima Thule Dinner Plate

2015 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 first of which were made by Wirkkala himself. Iittala Ultima Thule is still loved today by modern and traditional enthusiasts for its timeless quality and charm.

Last four secondary images courtesy of Dans le Lakehouse. Click here to see more of her lake-inspired table setting, which features the iittala Ultima Thule Dinner Plates.