1978 Hiisi's Elk From The Kalevala Annual Plate Series (1976 to 1999), Arabia Finland, Designed by Raija Uosikkinen, Elk, Snowshoes, Hunt

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The KALEVALA annual plates by Arabia, created from 1976 to 1999, feature limited edition designs by Raija Uosikkinen (1923-2004), paying tribute to Finland's iconic Kalevala epic. Using silk-screen printing, Uosikkinen brought this legend to life with rustic images in brown, gold, black, white, and cobalt blue glazing. This 1978 plate, measuring 7 7/8 inches by 7 7/8 inches, showcases Lemminkainen chasing an Elk on flaming snowshoes, with a verse from 'Hiisi's Elk' on the back. It's in excellent condition. It has two hold on the back to attach your own wire or string to hang.

The Kalevala, a 19th-century Finnish epic amalgamating Karelian and Finnish folklore and mythology, holds a central place in Finnish literature. It played a pivotal role in Finland's struggle for independence and left an enduring impact on authors like J.R.R. Tolkien. Each plate features a segment of the Kalevala in English, Finnish, and Swedish on its reverse, aligning with the poem illustrated on the front.

🔍A little more information: Raija Uosikkinen (1923-2004) was a renowned pattern designer at Arabia, known for her extensive contributions to the company's history. She began her career by studying porcelain painting at the Central School of Arts and Crafts from 1944 to 1947, after which Arabia employed her as both a decorative painter and decoration designer from 1947 onwards, where she dedicated herself to her craft for nearly four decades until 1986.

In the 1970s, Arabia expanded its product range to include various collectibles. During this time, Raija Uosikkinen created two notable series: the Kalevala annual plates and the Christmas plate series. Her designs drew inspiration from the rich Finnish natural landscape, including her cherished allotment garden near Arabia's factory. Additionally, her extensive travels to places like Asia and the Americas left a lasting imprint on her creative work. Known for her down-to-earth, helpful, and good-humored personality, Raija Uosikkinen's artwork continues to captivate collectors today, as her pieces radiate the joy and charm that define her unique motifs.

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