Arabia (Finland) 'Anemone' Flat Cup and Saucer Set Designed by Ulla Procopé

Arabia (Finland) 'Anemone' Flat Cup and Saucer | Designed by Ulla Procopé Pattern Anemone Model Flat Cup and Saucer Designer Ulla Procopé (both shape and pattern) Production 1962-76 Dimensions 5.5cm tall, 10cm diameter (cup); 16cm diameter (saucer) Condition: excellent vintage condition with a very little surface wear. Multiple sets available, with each piece being sold separately. About Arabia of Finland: In 1873 Swedish company Rörstrand constructed a factory in Helsinki (Finland) on a plot of land known as Arabia. Production started in 1874 and in the beginning Arabia produced undecorated domestic faijance, sanitary items and large tableware sets decorated with transfers made on copper plates. World War I brought a change in the ownership of Arabia. In 1916, Rörstrand sold the entire capital to Finnish buyers and independence in Finland marked a period of vigorous growth for Arabia. In 1945 Kaj Franck was hired by Arabia to develop product design. Despite World War II, Arabia managed to expand and by 1947 the company had employed over 2,000 people. Expansion, inflation caused by war, rising production costs and price controlling brought financial hardship to Arabia and in 1947 Wärtsilä provided financial aid, and by the end of next year the factory belonged to them. Arabia’s product range was thoroughly updated in the 1950s, thanks to Kaj Franck. After 150 years, Arabia is still in operation today.