Italian Futurist Ceramic Spice Jar Mix from Alfa, 1950s, Set of 9

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Set of nine spice jars: five big jars (25 h x 13cm diameter) and four little (12 H x 16 … Read more Set of nine spice jars: five big jars (25 h x 13cm diameter) and four little (12 H x 16 D cm). On the big ones there are written: "riso" twice (rice), "pasta", "farina" (flour) and "biscotti" (cookies). On the little ones: "spezie" (spice), "pepe" twice (pepper) and "thè". Two covers of the little jars are missing, as seen in the photos. On the bottom of the jars there the label "Alfa - Made in Italy". Typical set of the Italian 1950s. This piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no
official proof of authenticity,
however it is well documented in design history. I take full responsibility for any authenticity



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