1930s Art Deco Futurist Hand-Painted Ceramic Vase by Iama Albisola

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This rare 1930s Italian ceramic vase by Iama Albisola is a vibrant example of the Futurist influence on Art Deco … Read more This rare 1930s Italian ceramic vase by Iama Albisola is a vibrant example of the Futurist influence on Art Deco pottery. The piece features a bold, bulbous body and a wide, flared neck, decorated with a distinctive "stippled" glaze that transitions from a deep earth-tone base through sunny yellow to a cool sea-green at the rim. Hand-painted on the front is a stylized, whimsical fish in a minimalist sienna brown, capturing the movement and energy central to the Italian Futurist movement of the early 20th century. Adding to its unique character are small, spherical ceramic handles applied symmetrically to the shoulder, providing a tactile, geometric element typical of the period's experimental designs. The base is clearly hand-marked "IAMA ALBISOLA," identifying its origin in the famed pottery center of Albisola, a hub for avant-garde Italian ceramics during the 1930s. This collector's piece perfectly balances the rustic charm of hand-thrown pottery with the sleek, forward-thinking aesthetic of the Art Deco era, making it a standout addition to any collection of fine European ceramics. It's in excellent condition. See less