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Tapio Wirkkala

Finnish designer and sculptor (1915-1985) · Finland · On the map · Designers · Died at 69

Tapio Veli Ilmari Wirkkala was a Finnish designer and sculptor, a major figure of post-war design.

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1985Died19 May 19851980Prince Eugen MedalAward1971Honorary DoctorateAward1955Pro Finlandia Medal of the Order of the Lion of FinlandAward1951Lunning PrizeAward1915Born2 June 1915

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Awards

Prince Eugen Medal1980
Honorary Doctorate1971
Pro Finlandia Medal of the Order of the Lion of Finland1955
Lunning Prize1951
Cross of Liberty, 4th Class
Knight First Class of the Order of the White Rose of Finland

About this person

Country
Finland
Category
Designers
Type
Designer
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1915 to 1985 · aged 69

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