maljakko
Maljakko is the Finnish term for a vase, a decorative vessel designed to hold flowers or to stand alone as an ornament in a room. A maljakko is typically made to be visually harmonious with interior design, and it can range from slender, tall forms to broad, bulbous shapes. Materials commonly used include glass, ceramic and porcelain, but metal, wood and contemporary polymers are also employed. In Finnish design, maljakko objects often balance form and function, with emphasis on clean lines and organic curves.
Notable examples: The Savoy vase, or Savoy-maljakko, designed by Alvar Aalto in 1936–37 for the Savoy Restaurant
In everyday use, maljakko serves as a functional container for cut flowers or as a decorative object.