ETTORE SOTTSASS X BITOSSI ITALIAN CERAMIC VASE - MODERN ART DECOR, NEAR MINT

ETTORE SOTTSASS X BITOSSI ITALIAN CERAMIC VASE - MODERN ART DECOR, NEAR MINT

Condition: Used

Description

This is a stunning ceramic vase crafted by the collaboration between renowned Italian architect and designer Ettore Sottsass and the esteemed Italian ceramic manufacturer BITOSSI.

Ettore Sottsass is celebrated for his iconic collaborations with brands like Seiko and Alessi, producing timeless masterpieces. This vase embodies a fusion of Italian Modernism and art, featuring a form that transcends its function as a mere flower holder, presenting itself as an architectural and structural piece of art.

This piece was recently acquired and has been kept in storage. It is believed to be unused.

Ideal for collectors of modern art or as a statement piece for interior decor in shops or model rooms.

・Material: Ceramic

・Origin: Made in Italy

・Dimensions: Diameter approx. 16cm, Height approx. 37cm (Weight is substantial but not precisely known)

・Included: Original box (approx. W24 x D24 x H56cm) with some signs of wear.

Only the vase pictured is included in this sale; conceptual images (Photos 11-14) are for illustrative purposes only.

Thank you for your interest.

Condition & Specifications

• Note on Coloration: The visible unglazed ceramic base beneath the green finish is part of the original design and not a paint chip. It appears slightly more beige than depicted in the conceptual images.
• About Bitossi: Founded in Italy in 1921, Bitossi is a ceramic manufacturer known for its poetic and contemporary works, often in collaboration with designers like Sottsass. They are recognized globally for their ability to blend innovation with tradition.
• About Ettore Sottsass: A leading Italian architect and designer, Sottsass was a pivotal figure who revolutionized 20th-century design. As chief designer for Olivetti, he created iconic pieces, including the Valentine typewriter, now housed at MoMA. His prolific work spans furniture, lighting, ceramics, and jewelry, cementing his legacy as a master of Italian design.

Item Details

• Brand: NO BRAND
• Country: Japan
• Culture: Japanese
• Country of Origin: Italy
• Customized: Unknown

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