iittala Finland rare discontinued porcelain Tansi Salad Plate

pristine condition designer plate . designed by Klaus Haapaniemi. Don't just set the table; tell a tale. Klaus Haapaniemi, the artist who brought us iittala Taika (Magic), now invites us into the whimsical world of Tanssi (Dance). Inspired by the birth of opera, the intricate illustrations depict forest inhabitants dressed for a fancy affair. A flute-playing deer, umbrella-bearing rooster and a dancing fox are among the colorful characters. The vitro porcelain of this salad plate is dishwasher, microwave, oven and freezer safe, making it as sensible and is it stunning for special occasions and everyday dining.iittala Tanssi was inspired by the artwork Klaus Haapaniemi created for the Finnish National Opera production of The Cunning Little Vixen. Influences from Oriental and Slavic imagery, traditional storybook illustrations and even Art Deco can be found in the detailed line work. Though rich, Tanssi is surprisingly versatile and beautifully paired with other iittala dinnerware and glassware such as Teema and Kartio.