Italian Gilt Ceramic Bowl by Bitossi, 1960s
This gilt ceramic bowl by Bitossi from the 1960s carries the authority of Italian mid-century craftsmanship, where material and surface are allowed to speak with clarity and restraint. Signed “Bitossi, Made in Italy,” the piece reflects the studio’s enduring exploration of texture and tone, balancing decorative richness with a grounded, utilitarian form.
The exterior is finished in a warm gilt surface, its softly burnished sheen catching light along the raised patterns that encircle the body. These motifs feel rhythmic rather than ornamental, giving the bowl a sense of movement without excess. Inside, a deep, glossy black glaze creates a striking counterpoint, its reflective surface lending depth and stillness. The contrast between the luminous exterior and the dark interior brings a tension, one that shifts subtly with light and angle.
There is a tactile honesty to the piece, in the slight variations of glaze and the finished details that resist uniformity. It sits comfortably between object and artifact, equally suited to function or display.
DIMENSIONS: 9.25"W x 9.25"D x 4.25"H
ORIGIN: Italy
PERIOD: 1960s
MATERIALS: Ceramic,Gilt
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