Pentagon Design’s Life-Sized Creatures: A Testament to Finnish Craftsmanship
In the heart of Finland, a nation known for its stark winters and boundless creativity, Pentagon Design breathes life into the ordinary. This undated photo showcases life-sized pigs, cows, and horses, sculpted with precision and an eye for artistic detail. More than mere representations of farm animals, these creations embody Finland’s deep connection to nature and its legacy of innovative design.
Despite its small population and position above the Arctic Circle, Finland has long been a wellspring of world-class product design. From the timeless simplicity of Alvar Aalto’s architecture to the iconic aesthetics of Marimekko textiles, Finnish craftsmanship balances functionality with beauty. Pentagon Design carries that tradition forward, proving that even in a land of ice and snow, artistry thrives.
These life-sized figures serve as more than artistic statements; they are symbols of Finland’s rich heritage in modern design, storytelling, and craftsmanship—a legacy that continues to inspire the world.
This undated photo provided by Pentagon Design shows life-sized pigs, cows and horses by Pentagon Design. With a third of its mass sitting above the cold confines of the Arctic Circle and a population of only five million, Finland would seem an unlikely wellspring of world-renowned product design. Yet some of the finest creative talent and most enduring examples of 20th century craftwork came from the tiny Northern European country. (AP Photo/Pentagon Design, Timo Junttila)
