Bitossi “Lacrima” Blue Table Lamp, France 1950's
By Bitossi
Located in New York, NY
Classic lamp base with individually etched lacrima motif all around and in a beautiful Rimini blue
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Ceramic
Bitossi “Lacrima” Blue Table Lamp, France 1950's
By Bitossi
Located in New York, NY
Classic lamp base with individually etched lacrima motif all around and in a beautiful Rimini blue
Ceramic
Mid Century Modern Vase by Bitossi Italy
By Bitossi
Located in Waddinxveen, ZH
A Mid-Century Modern Bistossi Rimini Blue ceramic vase.
Ceramic
$1,400Sale Price|50% Off
Bitossi Vase, Ceramic, Blue, Gold, Geometric, Signed
By Aldo Londi, Bitossi
Located in New York, NY
, decorated with a gold diamond pattern over a Rimini blue glaze. Signed with illegible numbers and "ITALY
Ceramic
$340Sale Price|20% Off
1960's Aldo Londi Bitossi for Raymor Italy Abstract Ceramic Pottery Rimini Vase
By Raymor, Bitossi
Located in San Diego, CA
Wonderful vintage Aldo Londi Bitossi ceramic/pottery Rimini blue vase, circa 1960s. Made in Italy
Ceramic
Large Mid-Century Rimini Blu Pottery Bowl by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, 1960s
By Aldo Londi
Located in Hamburg, DE
Large Rimini blue bowl. Very rare in this size with a diameter of 27.5 cm. This piece has an
Ceramic
$240 / item
Blue Centerpiece plate by Aldo Londi
By Bitossi
Located in Milan, IT
Round centerpiece plate from the Rimini Blue series featuring a pressed shape in white refractory
Ceramic
Aldo Londi Bitossi Rimini Blu Ceramic Round Bowl, 1950s
By Aldo Londi, Bitossi
Located in Barcelona, ES
Rimini Blue Bitossi Aldo Londi Bowl, Glazed Ceramic Italian midcentury Aldo Londi Bitossi Rimini
Pottery, Terracotta, Ceramic
Large Italian Bitossi Aldo Londi Paisley Glazed Bowl
By Bitossi
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Large Italian earthenware ceramic paisley pattern turquoise (rimini blue) bowl by Aldo Londi for
Pottery
Aldo Londi Bitossi Safety Pin Bowl, Ceramic, Blue, Gold, Signed
By Bitossi, Aldo Londi
Located in New York, NY
bowl glazed in "Rimini blue" and featuring Londi's Safety Pin decor on both the exterior and interior
Ceramic, Pottery
Italian Midcentury Rimini Blu Ceramic Cat by Aldo Londi for Bitossi
By Bitossi, Aldo Londi
Located in Vienna, AT
Charming iconic and Huge Italian modern ceramic cat sculpture from the Rimini Blue series designed
Ceramic
Aldo Londi for Bitossi Kwan Yin Buddha Rimini Blu, Italy, 1970s
By Bitossi, Aldo Londi
Located in Morazzone, Varese
shiny glazed ceramic pottery in a vibrant Rimini blue color. According to one legend, Kwan Yin was an
Ceramic, Pottery
$515 / item
Blue bottle Vase by Aldo Londi
By Bitossi
Located in Milan, IT
This Blue ceramic vase features a refined bottle-shaped silhouette from the Rimini Blue series. It
Ceramic
Bitossi for Rosenthal Netter Bowl, Ceramic, Blue, Onion Pattern, Signed
By Bitossi, Rosenthal Netter
Located in New York, NY
ceramic low bowl with a Rimini blue exterior and a wavy abstract onion pattern interior glazed in navy
Ceramic
Sic Rimini Blu Glazed Ceramic Large Lidded Vessel / Box Bitossi Aldo Londi Style
By Aldo Londi, Bitossi, SIC Ceramiche Artistiche
Located in Barcelona, ES
Large Mid-Century Modern blue glazed ceramic (Rimini Blu) round lidded box , Manufactured by S.I.C
Ceramic, Pottery, Terracotta
$180 / item
Square Blue Ashtray by Aldo Londi
By Bitossi
Located in Milan, IT
Square ashtray crafted with a pressed white refractory clay base from the Rimini Blue series
Ceramic
$750Sale Price|50% Off
Aldo Londi Bitossi Ashtray, Ceramic, Safety Pin, Blue, Gold, Signed
By Bitossi, Aldo Londi
Located in New York, NY
ashtray with three cigarette rests. Decorated with a pattern of gold glazed safety pins over Rimini Blue
Ceramic
Beautiful 1960s white Rimini ceramic table lamp by Aldo Londi for Bitossi Italy
By Bitossi, Aldo Londi
Located in München, DE
Londi's most famous design is the Rimini Blue collection, created between 1957 and 1965. All designs
Ceramic
"Cat", Ceramic Vase by Pol Chambost
By Pol Chambost
Located in Paris, Ile-de-France
. France, circa 1960 Pol Chambost created a series of animal figures using the same "Rimini blue" as Aldo
Ceramic
Ceramic sculpture "Pavoncella" design Aldo Londi for Bitossi, 1960 Rimini blue
By Aldo Londi, Bitossi
Located in taranto, IT
Scultura in ceramica "Pavoncella", della serie RIMINI BLUE, realizzato da Aldo Londi in un
Ceramic
Pair of Mid-Century Modern West German Pottery Vases by Bodo Mans for BAY
By Bay Keramik, Bodo Mans
Located in Barcelona, ES
"Rimini Blue" color scheme.
Ceramic
Tall & Epic! Blue Vintage MCM Italian Pottery Lamp Bitossi 1950s Aldo Londi
By Aldo Londi, Bitossi
Located in Peoria, AZ
Finest in the World! Monumental! 37" Italian Pottery Lamp Rimini Blue with White Stripes &
Pottery, Wood
Italian Modern Turquoise Stoneware Vase w.Sunflowers by Aldo Londi for Bitossi
By Aldo Londi
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Eye-catching chamotte Stoneware vase decorated with turquoise glaze (Rimini-Blue) and colorful
Stoneware
$4,640Sale Price|20% Off
Aldo Londi Bitossi Blue Ceramic Table Lamp, Mid-Century Modern, 1968
By Bitossi, Aldo Londi
Located in New York, NY
lamp glazed in Rimini blue and green and decorated with rows of hand tooled abstract designs. The lamp
Ceramic
Italian Stoneware Vase by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, 1960s
By Aldo Londi
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Aldo Londi designed this lacquered chamotte stoneware vase with Rimini Blue Trifoglio center
Stoneware
Italian Ceramic Bowl by Aldo Londi for Bitossi
By Aldo Londi, Bitossi
Located in Palm Springs, CA
1970’s Italian large ceramic “ Rimini Blue” bowl designed by Aldo Londi for Bitossi. Large
Ceramic
Bitossi “Rimini Blu” Ceramic Pitcher Vase, Attributed to Aldo Londi, Italy 1960s
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Bitossi “Rimini Blu” Ceramic Pitcher Vase, Attributed to Aldo Londi, Italy, circa 1960s Rimini Blue
Ceramic
Bitossi Aldo Londi Rimini Blu Ceramic Vase, Italy, 1960s
By Bitossi, Aldo Londi
Located in Barcelona, ES
Rare design by Aldo Londi for Bitossi. Rimini Blue ceramic footed vase with geometric motifs, Italy
Ceramic
Grouping of Five Italian Ceramic Owls by Ado Londi for Bitossi
By Aldo Londi, Bitossi
Located in Palm Springs, CA
1960’s Rare grouping of five Italian “ Rimini Blue” ceramic owls by Aldo Londi for Bitossi. They
Ceramic
Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Rooster / Hen Jar with Lid by Bitossi Aldo Londi
By Aldo Londi, Bitossi
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous two piece covered jar in the form of a hen - bird glazed in Rimini Blue by Aldo Londi and
Clay
$457Sale Price|20% Off
Italian Midcentury Rimini Blu Ceramic Lion by Aldo Londi for Bitossi
By Aldo Londi, Bitossi
Located in Vienna, AT
This charming iconic lion ceramic sculpture from the Rimini Blue series is designed by Aldo Londi
Ceramic
Large Mid-Century Modern Table Lamp by Aldo Londi for Bitossi
By Aldo Londi, Bitossi
Located in Brooklyn, NY
"Rimini Blue" ceramic orb base and brass neck with it's original, raw silk shade with grosgrain detail
Brass
Rosenthal Netter Italian Mid Century Vase Bitossi Paisley Aldo Londi c 1950/1960
By Aldo Londi, Rosenthal Netter
Located in New York, NY
retains its original Rosenthal Netter paper label. The vase features the classic Rimini blue and green
Pottery
Aldo Londi for Bitossi Remini Blue Ceramic Ashtray Handcrafted in Italy
By Aldo Londi, Bitossi
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Aldo Londi for Bitossi Remini Blue Ceramic Ashtray Handcrafted in Italy "Rimini Blu" enameled terra
Stoneware
Bitossi Aldo Londi Table Lamp, Italy
By Bitossi
Located in San Francisco, CA
Bitossi Aldo Londi ceramic lamp with encased decoration to the center and top in Rimini blue and
Ceramic
Aldo Londi for Bitossi - Rare Square Ashtray In Rimini Blu - 1960s
By Aldo Londi
Located in MOUGINS, FR
the 1960s. The tray features a very deep "rimini blue" with some green hues, the result of several
Ceramic
Vintage Italian Table Lamp by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, 1960s
By Bitossi, Aldo Londi
Located in Asaa, DK
table lamp in Rimini blue glace with floral pattern created by Aldo Londi. Very beautiful blue glace
Ceramic
Aldo Londi Thai Silk Vase, Bitossi for Rosenthal Netter, Blue, Green, Gold
By Aldo Londi, Bitossi
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
. It is decorated with a band of gold flowers on Rimini blue, outlined with sgraffito pattern, over
Gold
Substantial Aldo Londi for Bitossi Turquoise Table Lamp with Spring Green Detail
By Aldo Londi, Bitossi
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Tall Aldo Londi Bitossi Incised Rimini Blue & Electric Green Stripe glazed Pottery Lamp. Featuring
Brass
Aldo Londi for Bitossi Majolica Cylinder Vase Blue Prezzemolo Decor
By Aldo Londi, Bitossi
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Rimini Blue background. The minimal shape of the vase is juxtaposed with the colorful, textural glaze
Ceramic, Majolica, Pottery
Aldo Londi Bitossi Rimini Blu Ceramic Square Ashtray, Italy 1950s
By Bitossi, Aldo Londi
Located in Barcelona, ES
Amazing blue glazed (Rimini Blu) ceramic ashtray design by Aldo Londi and manufactured by Bitossi
Ceramic, Pottery, Terracotta
Aldo Londi For Bitossi - Rare Pocket Tray / Cigar Ashtray In Rimini Blu - 1960s
By Aldo Londi
Located in MOUGINS, FR
of the 1960s. The tray features a very deep "Rimini Blue" with some green hues, the result of several
Ceramic
Aldo Londi for Bitossi Rimini Blu Leaf Shaped Glazed Ceramic Bowl / Ashtray
By Aldo Londi, Bitossi
Located in Barcelona, ES
Unusual leaf design midcentury blue glazed (Rimini Blu) ceramic bowl / vide-poche / ashtray. Italy
Pottery, Terracotta, Ceramic
Aldo Londi Bitossi Rimini Blu Glazed Ceramic Footed Centerpiece Bowl, 1950s
By Aldo Londi, Bitossi
Located in Barcelona, ES
Mid-Century Modern blue glazed ceramic (Rimini Blu) round footed bowl or centerpiece, Italy, 1950s
Pottery, Terracotta, Ceramic
Vintage Italian Striped Glazed Ceramic Vase
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
evocative of the famous designs by Aldo Londi for Bitossi in the 'Rimini Blue' series. The tall, elegant
Ceramic
$1,700 / item
4 Large Bitossi Blue Rimini Flavia Montelupo Vases
Located in Tarrytown, NY
4 large 1980s Bitossi blue rimini Flavia Montelupo vases. New old stock. Purchased from a
Ceramic
Aldo Londi Bitossi Ashtray, Ceramic, Blue Rimini, Italy, 1960s
By Aldo Londi
Located in Milano, IT
1960s Gorgeous Bitossi ashtray/catchall by Aldo Londi, it's part of "Blue Rimini" Collection, and
Ceramic
Bitossi Aldo Londi Blue Ceramic Large Bottle Vase with Circles & Rhombus Motif
By Aldo Londi, Bitossi
Located in Barcelona, ES
Aldo Londi for Bitossi Rimini Blu geometric motif blue ceramic large vase. Unusual design, Italy
Ceramic
Large Aldo Londi Style Blue Rimini Art Pottery Lamp
By Aldo Londi
Located in Van Nuys, CA
A large, 29" tall Mid-century era blue Rimini art pottery lamp reminiscent of the style made famous
Brass
Aldo Londi Bitossi Vase, Ceramic, Blue Rimini, Mid-Century Modern
By Aldo Londi
Located in Milano, IT
1960s Stunning vase by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, part of "Blue Rimini" collection. It's in excellent
Ceramic
Aldo Londi Blue Rimini Vase, Ceramic, Mid-Century Modern, Italy
By Aldo Londi
Located in Milano, IT
1960s Stunning vase by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, part of "Blue Rimini" collection. It's in excellent
Ceramic
Blue ceramic horse – by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, Rimini series, 1960s
By Aldo Londi
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
Rimini Blu collection of the 1960s. This piece stands out for its glossy glaze, featuring a deep range of
Ceramic
Two Aldo Londi for Bitossi Vases Blue Rimini Collection
By Bitossi
Located in Antwerp, BE
These magnificent vases are designed by Bitossi's artistic director Aldo Londi in 1953. The sinuous shape of these white clay pieces, finished with a vivid turquoise color, are decor...
Ceramic
"Blue Rimini" Ceramic Ashtray by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, Italy, 1960s
By Bitossi, Aldo Londi
Located in Roma, IT
Wonderful and extremely rare rectangular ceramic ashtray in the iconic glazed “Rimini Blu” color
Ceramic, Pottery
$516Sale Price|43% Off
A "Blue Rimini" Glazed Ceramic Vase Aldo Londi for Bitossi, Italy, 1960
By Bitossi, Aldo Londi
Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR
'Rimini blu' glazed ceramic vase designed by Aldo Londi for by Bitossi. Italy, 1960s. This eye
Ceramic
Midcentury Aldo Londi Blue Glazed "Rimini" Ceramic Ashtray, Bitossi Italy, 1960s
By Aldo Londi, Bitossi
Located in Roma, IT
Beautiful and large round midcentury ashtray in blue glazed ceramic (Rimini Blu). This amazing
Pottery, Ceramic
Midcentury "Blue Rimini" Ceramic Ashtray by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, Italy, 1960s
By Bitossi, Aldo Londi
Located in Roma, IT
Gorgeous and very rare large Mid-Century ashtray in Rimini Blu ceramic. This stylish piece was
Ceramic, Pottery
Blue Ceramic Vase of Rimini Blu Collection by Aldo Londi for Bitossi
By Aldo Londi, Bitossi
Located in NEUVILLE-DE-POITOU, FR
Blue ceramic vase of Rimini Blu Collection from the middle of the last century by Aldo Londi for
Ceramic
Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.
ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS
The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.
Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively.
Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer.
Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.
The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by celebrated manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.
As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.
Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.
Generations turn over, and mid-century modern remains arguably the most popular style going. As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.
Modern icons are showing up in gracefully layered dining nooks, living rooms and lounges — proof that great design only gets better with context.
With its grid-like doors and wavy trim, the 1940s design feels as fresh as ever.
The alluring pendant light exemplifies the designer’s winsome mid-career work.
Prehistoric motifs give the mid-century Italian fireplace an elemental feel.
Their charming solid-oak pieces offer homes utility and comfort.
It's hard to resist the allure of a beautiful pool. So, go ahead and daydream about whiling away your summer in paradise.
You know the designs, now get the stories about how they came to be.
Designer Susan Yeley turned to 1stDibs to outfit an Indiana home with standout pieces that complement its modernist style.