Large Art Nouveau Ceramic Cachepot by Christopher Dresser for S.C.I. Laveno, c. 1910

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This striking art nouveau ceramic cachepot was designed by the pioneer of modern design, christopher dresser, for the prestigious s.c.i. … Read more This striking art nouveau ceramic cachepot was designed by the pioneer of modern design, christopher dresser, for the prestigious s.c.i. Laveno (società ceramica italiana) around 1910.
the vessel showcases dresser's iconic aesthetic, blending organic art nouveau curves with "egyptian revival" motifs and geometric structures that predate the art deco movement. The piece is characterized by its dramatic, stylized scroll handles and a deeply ribbed, sculptural body. The glaze features a sophisticated degradé finish, transitioning from a vibrant forest green at the base to a soft primrose yellow at the rim.

provenance & literature
provenance: from the private collection of a historic noble household in rome.
literature: this specific model is documented in: raffaella ausenda & andrea griffanti, storia della ceramica nel territorio di varese dal '700 al '900, museo gianetti, saronno, 2007, p. 85.

condition report
overall condition: used — visible signs of age and wear.
structural details: the piece features two vertical cracks (hairlines) along the body, as shown in the detailed photographs.
note: despite these structural imperfections, the cachepot remains solid and stable, retaining its immense decorative and historical impact.

technical details
dimensions: height 31 cm | width 42 cm | depth 35 cm
weight: 4.511 kg
designer: christopher dresser
manufacturer: s.c.i. Laveno (società ceramica italiana)
design period: 1900 to 1910
country of manufacture: italy
materials: glazed earthenware (terraglia)

collector’s note
while the three visible hairlines reflect the object's century-long history, they do not diminish the sculptural grandeur of this rare christopher dresser creation. Finding a piece of this scale, documented in official literature and originating from a noble roman estate, is an exceptional opportunity for any serious collector of early 20th-century italian design. It remains a powerful statement piece, embodying the intersection of british avant-garde design and italian craftsmanship.


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