Bitossi Rimini Blu Lollipop Vase by Aldo Londi 1960s Italy
By Aldo Londi, Bitossi
Located in Den Haag, NL
It is characterised by a beautiful blue, layered glaze that is enhanced with green and yellow.
Ceramic
Mid-Century Modern Rimini Blu Pottery Candleholder Aldo Londi Bitossi Italy
By Aldo Londi, Bitossi
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid-Century Modern Rimini Blu Pottery Candleholder by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, Italy, 1960s
Ceramic
1960s Rimini Blu italian ceramic table ashtray by Aldo Londi for Bitossi
By Aldo Londi, Bitossi
Located in München, DE
Aldo Londi's most famous work is the Rimini Blu collection, created between 1957 and 1965.
Ceramic
Mid-Century Modern Rimini Blu Pottery Candleholder Aldo Londi Bitossi, 1960s
By Bitossi, Aldo Londi
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid-Century Modern Rimini Blu Pottery Candleholder by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, Italy, 1960s
Ceramic
Mid-Century Modern Rimini Blu Pottery Candleholder Aldo Londi Bitossi, 1960s
By Aldo Londi, Bitossi
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid-Century Modern Rimini Blu Pottery Candleholder by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, Italy, 1960s
Ceramic
1960s Aldo Londi for Bitossi Rimini Blu Circle-Motif Ceramic Vase
By Aldo Londi
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Its rich color and graphic pattern make it a striking accent for a shelf, console, or ceramic collection. The blue-and-turquoise palette and hand-decorated geometric surface are cha...
Ceramic, Paint
Aldo Londi Rimini Blu Ashtray by Bitossi, Mid-Century Modern Italy
By Aldo Londi, Bitossi, Raymor
Located in Miami, FL
A vintage Italian Mid-Century Modern handmade ceramic footed cigar ash receiver in the vibrant signature blue of Aldo Londi's iconic art pottery collection Rimini Blu, designed in 19...
Ceramic
Mid-Century Bitossi-Style Green Ochre Ceramic Table Lamp, Earth Tones, 1960-70s
By Bitossi, Bay Keramik, Amitābha Studio
Located in Sitges, Barcelona
It is the stamped, incised relief vocabulary that made Aldo Londi's Bitossi ceramics so recognizable, carried out here in the earth tones of West German production rather than the It...
Brass
Large Mid-Century Italian Rimini Blu Pottery Bowl by Aldo Londi
By Aldo Londi
Located in Hamburg, DE
Large Rimini Blu Bowl. Very Rare in this size with a diameter of 35.5 cm.
Ceramic
Vintage Aldo Londi for Bitossi Ceramic Rimini Blu Bird Commissioned by Merck
By Bitossi, Aldo Londi
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Custom ceramic bowing bird sculpture designed by Aldo Londi for Bitossi (ca. 1960s, Italy). The multinational pharmaceutical company, Merck, Sharp, and Dohme (known in the US as Merc...
Ceramic
Mid-Century Modern Rimini Blu Pottery Vase Aldo Londi Bitossi Italy 1960s
By Aldo Londi, Bitossi
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid-Century Modern Rimini Blu Pottery Vase by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, Italy, 1960s
Ceramic
Aldo Londi, Bitossi. Ceramic vase with relief decoration and “Rimini Blu” glaze.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Tall cylindrical ceramic vase with relief decoration and the characteristic “Rimini Blu” glaze in rich blue and turquoise tones.
Ceramic
Bitossi Rimini Blu Ceramic Boar Sculpture by Aldo Londi Mid Century Italian
Located in Nottingham, GB
This striking ceramic boar was designed by Aldo Londi for Bitossi during the 1960s and exemplifies the bold character and playful sophistication of the celebrated Rimini Blu series. ...
Pottery
Rare “Rimini Blu” Ceramic Fish by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, Italy, 1970s
By Aldo Londi, Bitossi
Located in Brescia, Brescia
A truly exceptional and rare example of Aldo Londi’s work for Bitossi Ceramiche, this sculptural ceramic fish belongs to the iconic “Rimini Blu” collection, designed and produced in ...
Ceramic
Bitossi Rimini Blu Floor Vase by Aldo Londi, Italian Ceramics, ca. 1960–1970
Located in Wien, AT
The vase likely dates from the 1960s–1970s and stands out for its characteristic deep blue Rimini Blu glaze and hand-crafted geometric relief patterns.
Ceramic
$345Sale Price|35% Off
Bitossi Large Ashtray by Aldo Londi, Rimini Blu Ceramic, Italy, 1960s
By Bitossi, Aldo Londi
Located in Valencia, VC
Large Round Bitossi Ashtray by Aldo Londi – Rimini Blu, 1950s-60s A stunning Mid-Century Bitossi ashtray by Aldo Londi, featuring the house’s signature Etruscan-inspired sgraffito d...
Ceramic, Clay, Earthenware
Aldo Londi for Bitossi Rimini Blu Ceramic Plant Centaur Sculpture, Italy, 1960s
By Aldo Londi, Bitossi
Located in Morazzone, Varese
Aldo Londi for Bitossi Rimini Blu Ceramic Plant Centaur Sculpture, Italy, 1960s Exceptionally rare and very large Mid-Century Italian design ceramic sculpture, made by Aldo Londi fo...
Ceramic, Paint
Mid-Century Bitossi Rimini Blu Candle Holder by Aldo Londi, Italy
By Aldo Londi, Bitossi
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
This striking Mid-Century Modern candle holder was designed by Aldo Londi for Bitossi Ceramiche as part of the iconic "Rimini Blu" series. Crafted in Italy during the 1960s, this han...
Ceramic, Pottery
Large 1960s Midcentury Bitossi Aldo Londi Rimini Blu Pottery Ceramic Bowl Italy
By Aldo Londi, Bitossi
Located in Sherborne, Dorset
The beautifully hand decorated geometric design is nice and clear and the glazed Rimini Blu turquoise and cobalt blue is deep and vibrant.
Pottery
$431Sale Price|30% Off
Italian Midcentury square Rimini Blu Ceramic Ashtray by Aldo Londi for Bitossi
By Aldo Londi, Bitossi
Located in Vienna, AT
The Italian Ceramic Artist Aldo Londi from Montelupo became Art Director of Bitossi in the early 1950s and created his famous Rimini Blu Series in 1955. It has more than 150 differen...
Ceramic
Mid-Century Italian Rimini Blu Studio Pottery Vase by Aldo Londi, 1960s
By Bitossi
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid-Century Italian Rimini Blu Studio Pottery Vase by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, 1960s, in Very Good conditions.
Ceramic
Bitossi Rimini Blu Ceramic Decorative Desk Organizer by Aldo Londi, Italy 1960s
By Bitossi, Aldo Londi
Located in Roma, IT
Wonderful Mid-Century ceramic decorative piece or desk organizer in the iconic and vibrant Rimini Blu color. This lovely and unique piece was designed by Aldo Londi and produced by B...
Ceramic
Vintage Italian Modern Ceramic Rimini Blu "Ikano" Vase by Aldo Londi for Bitossi
By Bitossi, Aldo Londi
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Features an attractive geometric/circular pattern in Bitossi's iconic Rimini Blu glaze combining shades of green and blue.
Ceramic
Rimini Blu Catchall Ashtray by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, Made in Italy
By Aldo Londi, Raymor, Bitossi
Located in Miami, FL
Italian handmade ceramic vide-poche or catchall tray in the vibrant signature blue of Aldo Londi's iconic art pottery collection Rimini Blu, originally designed in 1959 for Bitossi C...
Ceramic
Large Mid-Century Modern Rimini Blu Pottery Bowl Aldo Londi Bitossi Italy 1960s
By Aldo Londi, Bitossi
Located in Hamburg, DE
Large Mid-Century Modern Rimini Blu Pottery Bowl by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, Italy, 1960s
Ceramic
Mid-Century Italian Rimini Blu Pottery Vase by Aldo Londi for Bitossi
By Aldo Londi
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid-Century Italian Rimini Blu Pottery Vase by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, in Very Good conditions.
Ceramic
Large Bitossi Rimini Blu Ceramic Horse Sculpture by Aldo Londi Mid Century Italy
Located in Nottingham, GB
This impressive extra-large ceramic horse was designed by Aldo Londi for Bitossi during the 1960s and is a striking example of the celebrated Rimini Blu series. Standing at approxima...
Pottery
Rimini Blu Ceramic Fish Lamp by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, Italy 1970s
By Aldo Londi, Bitossi
Located in Southampton, NJ
Rare “Rimini Blu” Ceramic Fish by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, Italy, 1970s.
Metal
Aldo Londi for Bitossi "Rimini Blu" Ceramic Horse Riders Sculpture, Italy, 1950s
By Aldo Londi, Bitossi
Located in Quarrata, IT
A 1960s ceramic sculpture titled "Cavallerizzo" (Horse Rider), designed by the visionary artistic director Aldo Londi for Bitossi Ceramiche in Montelupo Fiorentino, Italy. The sculp...
Pottery
Aldo Londi for Bitossi "Rimini Blu" Ceramic Horse Riders Sculpture, Italy, 1950s
By Aldo Londi, Bitossi
Located in Quarrata, IT
A 1960s ceramic sculpture titled "Cavallerizzo" (Horse Rider), designed by the visionary artistic director Aldo Londi for Bitossi Ceramiche in Montelupo Fiorentino, Italy. The sculp...
Pottery
Aldo Londi for Bitossi Rimini Blu Vase and Lidded Jar with Floral Decoration
By Aldo Londi, Bitossi
Located in Cincinnati, OH
This ceramic vase and lidded jar were designed by Aldo Londi, art director for Bitossi ceramiche in Montelupo, Italy. Both pieces feature large stylized flowers and have been finishe...
Ceramic
1960s large Rimini Blu ceramic pig money box by Aldo Londi for Bitossi Italy
Located in München, DE
Aldo Londi's most famous design is the Rimini Blu collection, created between 1957 and 1965.
Ceramic
Large Round "Rimini Blu" Wall Plate by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, Italy, 1970s
By Bitossi, Aldo Londi
Located in Milan, IT
Scarce decorative wall plate by Aldo Londi for Bitossi. The large piece features typical engraved detailed decoration of this Rimini Blu design.
Ceramic
Rimini Blu Ceramic Horse Sculpture by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, Italy, 1960s
By Aldo Londi, Bitossi
Located in Milan, IT
Ceramic standing horse sculpture by Aldo Londi for Bitossi. Blue crystalline glaze enhancing the details of the decoration.
Ceramic
Large MidCentury Rimini Blu Pottery Bowl by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, Italy, 1960s
By Aldo Londi
Located in Hamburg, DE
Large Rimini Blu bowl. Very rare in this size, with a diameter of 27,5 cm.
Ceramic
Mid-Century Italian Rimini Blu Pottery Vase by Aldo Londi for Bitossi 1960s
By Aldo Londi
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid-Century Italian Rimini Blu Pottery Vase by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, 1960s, in Very Good conditions.
Ceramic
Large Mid-Century Italian Rimini Blu Pottery Bowl by Aldo Londi for Bitossi
By Aldo Londi
Located in Hamburg, DE
Large Rimini Blu bowl. Very rare in this size with a diameter of 35.5 cm.
Ceramic
Italian Rimini Blu Glazed Leaf-Form Ceramic Vide Poche by Aldo Londi for Bitossi
By Bitossi, Aldo Londi
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Italian Modernist ceramic vide poche/ashtray designed by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, ca. 1950s. Features the Rimini blu glaze, a blend of turquoise, navy and green, with sgraffito etched...
Ceramic
Set of 3 “Rimini Blu” Ceramic Animals Signed by F. Montelupo for Bitossi, Italy
By Flavia Montelupo, Bitossi
Located in Roma, IT
The key features of these eye-catching ceramic sculptures are the harmonious proportions, the refined geometric decorations, and the iconic deep and vibrant turquoise blue glaze typi...
Ceramic, Pottery
Ceramic vase, design Aldo LONDI for Bitossi, Rimini Blu series. 1950s/60s
By Aldo Londi, Bitossi
Located in Torino, IT
Ceramic vase hand-painted, design by Aldo LONDI for Bitossi, rimini Blue series. ORIGIN Italy PERIOD 1950s/60s AUTHOR Aldo LONDI Born in Montelupo Fiorentino in 1911, he began wor...
Enamel
1950s Pair Huge Aldo Londi Bitossi Raymor Mid Century Modern Table Lamp Italy
By Aldo Londi, Raymor
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
Bitossi, this early 1950s Londi pattern was the first attempt to create a sponge affect pattern which was later revived in the 1960s in Londi’s green and Rimini blue designs. The la...
Metal
Vintage Large Blue Italian Ceramic Ashtray
By Bitossi
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A beautiful large blue and green incised ceramic ashtray in the style of Aldo Londi’s Blue Rimini line for Bitossi.
Ceramic
Ceramic Owl by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, Italy, 1960's
By Aldo Londi, Bitossi
Located in Barcelona, ES
Ceramic owl by Aldo Londi as part of the Blue Rimini collection for Bitossi, Italy, 1960's.
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.
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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.
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.