Timo Sarpaneva (1926-2006) was an international force in Finnish design. A designer, sculptor and educator, Sarpaneva’s pioneering glass work merged art with utilitarian design. Besides glass, he also worked with textiles, wood, porcelain and metal. Sarpaneva’s unique industrial design that helped to pioneer Finland’s global design reputation. Sarpaneva’s works are exhibited internationally. He has received much recognition throughout his illustrious career including the Lunning Prize and was twice awarded at the Milan Triennale. In 1976, Sarpaneva received the honorary title of Professor from the Finnish government.

This book is based on Timo Sarpaneva's Millenium Meum exhibition at the Finnish National Opera from 18 October 1999 to 29 February 2000. The presented works were created in Venice at the Murano glass factory with the Venetian Pino Signoretto and his glassblowers.