Arabia (brand)
Arabia-classic from 1970
Arabia is a Finnish ceramics company, founded in 1873 by Rörstrand, and currently owned by Fiskars. Arabia has specialized in kitchenware and tableware.
The original Arabia porcelain factory is located in Toukola (Helsinki); now it houses Aalto University School of Arts, Design and Architecture.
Ulla Procopé and Esteri Tomula were among the best-known artists and designers for the company.[1]
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Old Arabia factory building in Helsinki
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An Arabia brand Paratiisi series sauce pitcher
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Teapot Taika (1970th)
References
- ↑ "Ulla Procopé at Arabia from 1948-1966". Finnguide. 2008-01-21.
External links
- Arabia website
- Arabia history - profile at FinnishDesign.com
See also
Porcelain manufacturing companies in Europe
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