{"product_id":"bitossi-italy-29-table-lamps-in-turquoise-periwinkle-with-original-lampshades-set-x2-rare-find","title":"Bitossi (Italy) 29\" Table Lamps in Turquoise\/Periwinkle, with Original Lampshades [Set x2] *RARE FIND*","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe story of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBitossi Ceramiche\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eoriginates in the heart of Tuscany, just a few kilometers from Florence, in Montelupo Fiorentino, along the banks of the Arno River, where the culture of ceramics has shaped the lives and work of people for centuries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 1921, Guido Bitossi founded the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eManifattura Maioliche Artistiche Guido Bitossi\u003c\/em\u003e, merging tradition with the new stylistic expressions of the time. From the very beginning, the production stood out for its attention to detail, the study of form, and a refined interpretation of classical styles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the 1950s, under the artistic direction of Aldo Londi (1911-2003), Bitossi inaugurated a new creative season, oriented towards research and innovation. He introduced a modern and experimental language, attentive to changing tastes and the uniqueness of each product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePainter, sculptor, and above all ceramist, Londi lived a life devoted to art, balancing technical expertise, creative sensitivity, and a natural inclination for research. He collaborated with Bitossi for over fifty years, first as art director and later as a contributor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe iconic Rimini Blu collection:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ceramics in the \u003cem\u003eRimini Blu\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ecollection are characterised by graphic motifs stamped into the surface texture. It’s a fantastical round dance of geometric elements, highlighted by quick touches of colour set beneath the vibrant blue glaze, which the crystalline layer makes luminous like marine reflections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduced continuously since 1959, the collection reflects the stylistic and production research that led Londi to constantly experiment with new materials, techniques, and colours.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(128, 128, 128);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eYou can read more about Bitossi and their history, \u003ca href=\"bitossiceramiche.it\/en\/company\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rte rte--expanded-images clearfix row  product-description__no-expand\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eTHIS LISTING \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBase Colour\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eTurquoise, Periwinkle on an Off-White finish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 1960s\/70s\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShade Colour\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eTurquoise\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShade Material\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAn original shade with silk fabric and gold trim, which is in good condition. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 74\u003c\/span\u003ecm (29\") tall, 30cm diameter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWiring\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eProfessionally rewired to meet Australian electrical standards, with a switch on the cable. Cable colour is white.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBulb\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFits a standard B22 bayonet light bulb.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eThe ceramic bases are in great condition with no major wear that we can see. Some light scuffs and inconsistencies in the pattern, as well as some light crazing. The original shades show some light discolouration from age both externally and internally. We've captured some of the light wear to the shades in the images.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease note this listing is for two lamps, sold as a pair.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bitossi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50459520172199,"sku":null,"price":1495.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0405\/5839\/5559\/files\/temp_a00ac823-21b8-40cc-b252-7e9f8949ea8b.jpg?v=1780032543","url":"https:\/\/thatretropiece.com\/products\/bitossi-italy-29-table-lamps-in-turquoise-periwinkle-with-original-lampshades-set-x2-rare-find","provider":"That Retro Piece","version":"1.0","type":"link"}