Vintage Blue Ceramic Lion Sculpture by Aldo Londi for Bitossi / Flavia Montelupo, 20th Century

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This vibrant icon of mid-century italian design is a must-have for collectors of artistic ceramics. Crafted in the renowned "rimini … Read more This vibrant icon of mid-century italian design is a must-have for collectors of artistic ceramics. Crafted in the renowned "rimini blu" finish, the sculpture exudes all the charm of bitossi's production under the creative direction of master aldo londi.

subject and style: the lion figure is interpreted with a stylized and archaic flair, typical of 1950s and 1960s modernism. The body is entirely decorated with meticulous hand-engraved geometric motifs, creating a rich and deep texture beneath the turquoise and cobalt blue glaze.

material and finish: crafted from high-quality majolica ceramic. The glaze features characteristic nuances and color build-ups in the engravings, making each piece unique. The base bears the stamped "flavia montelupo italy" mark, identifying the prestigious tuscan distributor associated with the bitossi factory.

technical details and condition:

type: ceramic animal sculpture.

designer / manufacturer: aldo londi for bitossi (branded flavia montelupo).
materials: glazed ceramic (majolica).
period: modern (1960s).
dimensions: 17.5 x 6 x 9.5 cm (6.9 x 2.3 x 3.7 in).
condition: very good vintage condition. The piece retains its original luster; it shows normal signs of wear consistent with its age, confirming its authenticity and historical value.

please note that any white areas in the photo are due to reflections from the artificial lights used to best illuminate the item, which may cause a slight color shift in the photograph.

the item is original and is carefully photographed, capturing every detail, highlighting its quality, strengths, and any flaws.

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