Mid-century Aldo Londi for Bitossi Ashtray or Catchall Dish, Italy c.1950
$295
ABOUT
An original Aldo Lodi for Bitossi glazed ceramic ashtray or catchall dish. Imprinted with "B" indicating an earlier example.
- CREATOR Aldo Lodi for Bitossi, Italy.
- DATE OF MANUFACTURE c.1950.
- MATERIALS AND TECHNIQUES Glazed Ceramic.
- CONDITION Good. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor chip on the bottom.
- DIMENSIONS H 2 in. Diameter 5.75 in.
HISTORY
Bitossi Ceramiche, founded in Tuscany in 1921 by Guido Bitossi, evolved from traditional tile-making to become a major force in Italian design, especially after World War II when Aldo Londi became creative director in 1946, ushering in the iconic mid-century modern era with the famous Rimini Blu collection (1959) and collaborations with designers like Ettore Sottsass, blending historic craft with bold, contemporary style.
