Bertoncello Ceramiche Pair of Screziato Havana Cream Leather Glaze Cube Vases, 1960s-70s

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These luxuriant and elegant works of mid-century Modern ceramic are by Italian pottery Bertoncello Ceramiche D'Arte (estd. c. 1956 - c. 1999). The sculptural and highly tactile forms present the softly geometric influences of Modernist design as well as design qualities reminiscent of Art Deco Bauhaus geometricism. The overall shapes are cubes that are interwoven with dramatic curves and arches.

The sumptuous glaze is immensely silky, not overtly glossy, and invites touch. The glaze is one of two Bertoncello signature glazes and visually presents as a refined blending of rich, Vanilla Cream that is feathered with deep sienna, giving additional depth. Take a step back to view these pieces as a whole and the effect resembles leather or marbled stone.

Like many other Italian potteries that were popular during the mid-century period, little is known about the pottery but the exceptional quality of design undeniably speaks for itself.

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• Dimensions: Cube 1 Height: c. 5.1" / 13 cm x c. 4.8" / 12.2 cm length (across longest point). Width: c. 4.8" / 12.2 cm. Base measurements: c. 4.8" / 12.2 cm x c. 4.8" / 12.2 cm.
• Cube 2 Height: c. 4.9" / 12.5 cm x c. 4.5" / 11.5 cm length (across longest point). Width: c. 4.5" / 11.5 cm. Base measurements: c. 4.5" / 11.5 cm x c. 4.5" / 11.5 cm.
• Unpackaged weight [pair]: c. 1.7 kg / 1,700 g
• Condition: Excellent. No chips, cracks, or repairs. Most notable wear are movement marks on the underside of the base that is commensurable with the age of the pieces. Please refer to photographs as they form part of the condition report.

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• Fabric Content: Ceramic
• Vendor Colour Code: MULTI
• Vendor Style Code: 1311181078
• Andrews SKU: 6106-0009

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