In 1921 Guido Bitossi founded the "Maioliche artistiche Guido Bitossi" factory, proposing a type of production linked to the tradition and classical styles of the past, combined with research and a study on the ceramics products.
Starting from the early 1950s, the company’s evolution powerfully manifested itself in a modern vein under the artistic direction of Aldo Londi, a man with an innate creative and aesthetic sense, and a keen eye to the changes in the taste and the uniqueness of the Italian products.
Londi entered Bitossi in 1946 and from that time on was the undisputed protagonist for more than fifty years, first as a painter, then as artistic director, and finally as tireless researcher of styles and examples to be emulated.
You can read more about Bitossi and their history, here.
THIS LISTING
Pattern Art Nouveau, in Blue
Model XXL 19" Floor Vase / Umbrella Stand
Designer Aldo Londi
Production 1950s/60s
Dimensions 48cm (18") tall, 18.5cm diameter
Condition Great to excellent condition with no major wear that we can see. One very small chip on the base, as per the picture. Signed on the base.
Note the picture alongside the classic Bitossi bull, to demonstrate the size. The particular piece weights over 6.5kg, it is huge!
