Arkipelago Ice Block Candle Holders

Arkipelago Ice Block Candle HoldersTimo Sarpaneva for Iittala, FinlandSet of Two A sculptural pair of glass candle holders designed by legendary Finnish designer Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala. Cast in thick, textured crystal clear glass, each piece resembles a carved block of ice light catching, weighty, and quietly monumental. The Arkipelago series was inspired by Finlands rugged coastline and scattered islands, translating the raw geometry of nature into modernist form. These pieces

Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala, Finland
Set of Two

A sculptural pair of glass candle holders designed by legendary Finnish designer Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala. Cast in thick, textured crystal-clear glass, each piece resembles a carved block of ice — light-catching, weighty, and quietly monumental.

The Arkipelago series was inspired by Finland’s rugged coastline and scattered islands, translating the raw geometry of nature into modernist form. These pieces were made using heavy moulded glass, a demanding process that gives them their distinctive internal texture and density. When lit, the glass glows softly from within, creating the feeling of candlelight trapped inside ice.

Designed to hold two candles each, they function as both light source and sculptural object — equally powerful on a dining table, console, or as a pair on a mantel.

Designer
Timo Sarpaneva

Maker
Iittala

Origin
Finland

Era
Mid to late 20th century

Material
Moulded clear glass

Height
Approx. 13 cm (5 inches)

Condition
Good vintage condition with light wear and small flea bites consistent with age and use.

Height 5 1/2"

Width 4"

Candle Size 3/4"