{"product_id":"petite-italian-ceramic-vase-by-riccardo-gatti-1930s","title":"Petite Italian Ceramic Vase by Riccardo Gatti, 1930s","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eAn Italian petite vase by Riccardo Gatti from the 1930s, reflecting the experimental spirit that defined his approach to ceramic design.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"x1yc453h x1hpqcdg x1ekroe6 xutxfr x1fie51u xgyxj25 xkyrhof x1elgs31 x1fv8qjw x1tbvfm1 xb72syl x1iew0xx x1c2l018 x14l7nz5 xuw7688 x1pjt2rx x160d6zm xrxpjvj\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eCompact in scale, rich in surface, the vase embodies Gatti's fascination with developing complex glazing techniques that blurred the boundary between ceramic and metal. Swirls of marbled browns are layered with golden flecks and a iridescence, creating a finish that shifts subtly as it catches the light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"x1yc453h x1hpqcdg x1ekroe6 xutxfr x1fie51u xgyxj25 xkyrhof x1elgs31 x1fv8qjw x1tbvfm1 xb72syl x1iew0xx x1c2l018 x14l7nz5 xuw7688 x1pjt2rx x160d6zm xrxpjvj\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eIts form allows the surface to take precedence, revealing the depth and complexity of the glaze from every angle. The interplay of earthy tones and metallic reflections gives the piece a luminosity, making it as compelling displayed on its own as it is among a collection of ceramics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Riccardo Gatti\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRiccardo Gatti, born in 1886, was a distinguished ceramist and sculptor from Faenza, a town rooted in the rich heritage of majolica-ware pottery. Known as a synonym for ceramics, Faenza's artisanal tradition dates back to the 12th century, reaching its splendor during the Renaissance period.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStarting his career in 1908, he is particularly noted for inventing complex ceramic techniques, including metallic reflections. Perfected in the 1920s, this unique method creates an iridescence of tones and colors.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"South Loop Loft","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49220780097847,"sku":"","price":800.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0740\/0135\/0967\/files\/LeijsXofwjP7KnU-BE-XxD2dguqQ75wSZb__uR18I5g.jpg?v=1724275302","url":"https:\/\/thesouthlooploft.com\/products\/petite-italian-ceramic-vase-by-riccardo-gatti-1930s","provider":"South Loop Loft","version":"1.0","type":"link"}