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Bitossi Furniture

Italian

Like a Fellini movie, the ceramics of the famed Italian company Bitossi Ceramiche embody a creative spectrum that ranges from the playful and earthy to the high-minded and provocative. Based in Florence, Bitossi draws on craft traditions that date back to the 1500s. These find expression in Bitossi pottery that includes artisanal vintage vases and animal figures by the firm’s longtime art director Aldo Londi, as well as the colorful, totemic vessels designed by the high priest of postmodernism, Ettore Sottsass.

Bitossi was incorporated by Guido Bitossi in 1921, though the family began making art pottery in the mid-19th century. In the 1930s, Londi came aboard, bringing with him a mindset that respected time-honored craft, yet looked also to the future. On the one hand, Londi’s perspective fostered the making of Bitossi’s popular whimsical cats, owls, horses and other animal figures, hand-shaped and -carved and finished in a rich azure glaze known as “Rimini Blue.”

But with his other hand, Londi reached out to thoughtful, experimental designers such as Sottsass. After hiring Sottsass to design ceramics for his New York imports company, Raymor, American entrepreneur Irving Richards connected the Milanese design polymath to Londi, who introduced Sottsass to ceramics in the 1950s.

During that decade, some 20 years before he founded the Memphis postmodern design collective in Milan, Sottsass used the Bitossi kilns to create timeless works that manifest both primitive forms and modern geometries. In later decades, Bitossi would welcome new generations of designers, which have included such names as Ginevra Bocini and Karim Rashid.

While always looking forward, Bitossi is firm in their belief that mastery of craft is the first step towards beautiful design. As you will see from the works offered on these pages, that is a winning philosophy.

Find a collection of vintage Bitossi decorative objects, lighting and serveware on 1stDibs.

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Creator: Bitossi
Bitossi Footed Vase, Ceramic & Metallic Silver, Mid-Century Modern, Italy 1970s
Bitossi Footed Vase, Ceramic & Metallic Silver, Mid-Century Modern, Italy 1970s

Bitossi Footed Vase, Ceramic & Metallic Silver, Mid-Century Modern, Italy 1970s

By Bitossi

Located in New York, NY

Bitossi Footed Vase, Ceramic & Metallic Silver, Mid-Century Modern, Italy 1970s. Small scale footed vase with slightly elongated neck, flattened lip and shoulders, and rounded bo...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bitossi Furniture

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Ceramic, Stoneware

Large Scale Aldo Londi Studio Ceramic Lamp for Bitossi Imported by Raymor 1960s
Large Scale Aldo Londi Studio Ceramic Lamp for Bitossi Imported by Raymor 1960s

Large Scale Aldo Londi Studio Ceramic Lamp for Bitossi Imported by Raymor 1960s

By Bitossi, Aldo Londi

Located in Dallas, TX

A striking and rare large-scale ceramic table lamp designed by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, imported to the U.S. by Raymor in the 1960s. This sculptural piece exemplifies the bold artistr...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bitossi Furniture

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Ceramic

Bitossi Limited Edition Ceramic Sweet Box figure by Aldo Londi
Bitossi Limited Edition Ceramic Sweet Box figure by Aldo Londi

Bitossi Limited Edition Ceramic Sweet Box figure by Aldo Londi

By Bitossi

Located in New York, NY

Anthropomorphic form composed of two elements, wheel-thrown in refractory red clay. Hand-incised decoration beneath semi-gloss white glaze. Year of original production: 1964. Reiss...

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2010s Italian Bitossi Furniture

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Ceramic

Raymor Bitossi Vase, Ceramic, Abstract, Brushed Metallic Gold, Platinum, Signed
Raymor Bitossi Vase, Ceramic, Abstract, Brushed Metallic Gold, Platinum, Signed

Raymor Bitossi Vase, Ceramic, Abstract, Brushed Metallic Gold, Platinum, Signed

By Raymor, Bitossi

Located in New York, NY

Raymor Bitossi Vase, Ceramic, Abstract, Brushed Metallic Gold, Platinum, Signed. Medium to large scale cylinder vase glazed in metallic gold and platinum with a finely textured ribbe...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bitossi Furniture

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Ceramic

Mid-century pair white gold ceramic glazed table lamps by Bitossi
Mid-century pair white gold ceramic glazed table lamps by Bitossi

Mid-century pair white gold ceramic glazed table lamps by Bitossi

By Bitossi

Located in Eindhoven, NL

Beautiful pair ceramic table lamps designed by Bitossi for Bergboms- Sweden. These pretty lamps have gold glazed base and top with in the centre off-white glazed 'birch' texture. Per...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bitossi Furniture

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Ceramic

Bitossi Mid-Century Modern Birch Tree Glazed Table Lamps, Italy, 1960s
Bitossi Mid-Century Modern Birch Tree Glazed Table Lamps, Italy, 1960s

Bitossi Mid-Century Modern Birch Tree Glazed Table Lamps, Italy, 1960s

By Bitossi

Located in New York, NY

Pair of Italian ceramic lamps with an all over birch tree glaze with hand decorated stampato borders. Rewired for use in the USA. 100W max. Height listed is an overall height with harp.

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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bitossi Furniture

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Brass

Handmade Rimini Blue Lacquered Ceramic Jug by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, Italy
Handmade Rimini Blue Lacquered Ceramic Jug by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, Italy

Handmade Rimini Blue Lacquered Ceramic Jug by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, Italy

By Aldo Londi, Bitossi

Located in Bresso, Lombardy

Handmade in Italy, 1960s. This jug is made in Rimini blue lacquered ceramic. It is a vintage item, therefore it might show slight traces of use, but it can be considered as in excell...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bitossi Furniture

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Ceramic

Mid-Century Italian Ashtray or Catchall Dish by Aldo Londi for Bitossi c.1950
Mid-Century Italian Ashtray or Catchall Dish by Aldo Londi for Bitossi c.1950

Mid-Century Italian Ashtray or Catchall Dish by Aldo Londi for Bitossi c.1950

By Aldo Londi, Bitossi

Located in San Francisco, CA

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. D...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bitossi Furniture

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Ceramic

Aldo Londi for Bitossi "Rimini Blu" Ceramic Horse Riders Sculpture, Italy, 1950s
Aldo Londi for Bitossi "Rimini Blu" Ceramic Horse Riders Sculpture, Italy, 1950s

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...

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bitossi Furniture

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Pottery

Substantial Aldo Londi Bitossi Incised Blue & Green Pottery Table Lamp, 1950's
Substantial Aldo Londi Bitossi Incised Blue & Green Pottery Table Lamp, 1950's

Substantial Aldo Londi Bitossi Incised Blue & Green Pottery Table Lamp, 1950's

By Bitossi, Aldo Londi

Located in Bainbridge, NY

Tall Aldo Londi for Bitossi incised blue and green glazed table lamp distributed by Rosenthal Netter. Featuring a classic handcrafted Londi form, horizont...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bitossi Furniture

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Brass

Pair of Bitossi Lamps for Bergboms, with Custom Made Shades by Rene Houben
Pair of Bitossi Lamps for Bergboms, with Custom Made Shades by Rene Houben

Pair of Bitossi Lamps for Bergboms, with Custom Made Shades by Rene Houben

By Bitossi

Located in Rijssen, NL

Pair of this Bitossi lamp features a ceramic base with a white glaze in the and patterns of brown, Bitossi, Italy, circa 1960s. With an exceptional new custom made shades by René Hou...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bitossi Furniture

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Ceramic

Rare Aldo Londi for Bitossi Floor Vase, Italian Ceramic
Rare Aldo Londi for Bitossi Floor Vase, Italian Ceramic

Rare Aldo Londi for Bitossi Floor Vase, Italian Ceramic

By Bitossi, Aldo Londi

Located in St.Petersburg, FL

Exceptional and large floor vase designed by Aldo Londi for Bitossi. Rare and largest size of this shape. Stunning color and form. Measures: 20” tall 7.5” wide.

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bitossi Furniture

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Ceramic

Vintage Blue Ceramic Ashtray Handcrafted in Italy by Aldo Londi 1950
Vintage Blue Ceramic Ashtray Handcrafted in Italy by Aldo Londi 1950

Vintage Blue Ceramic Ashtray Handcrafted in Italy by Aldo Londi 1950

By Bitossi, Aldo Londi

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Vintage Blue Ceramic Ashtray Handcrafted in Italy by Aldo Londi 1950 Round "Rimini Blu" enameled terra cotta cigar ashtray by Aldo Londi for Bitossi. Handcrafted in Italy with hand c...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bitossi Furniture

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Stoneware

Italian “Rimini Blue” Ceramic Owl Vase by Aldo Londi for Bitossi
Italian “Rimini Blue” Ceramic Owl Vase by Aldo Londi for Bitossi

Italian “Rimini Blue” Ceramic Owl Vase by Aldo Londi for Bitossi

By Bitossi, Aldo Londi

Located in Palm Springs, CA

1970’s Rare large Italian “Rimini Blue” ceramic owl vase by Aldo Londi for Bitossi. In beautiful original condition. Measurements: 20” High, 7” Diameter.

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bitossi Furniture

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Ceramic

Bitossi Ceramiche Hand-Torn Clay Vase, Tall by Formafantasma
Bitossi Ceramiche Hand-Torn Clay Vase, Tall by Formafantasma

Bitossi Ceramiche Hand-Torn Clay Vase, Tall by Formafantasma

By Bitossi, Formafantasma

Located in Toronto, ON

Designed by Formafantasma for Bitossi’s “Clay” collection, this hand-turned white fire-clay vase is engraved and torn by hand at the rim, giving its vertical form a raw, broken crown...

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2010s Italian Post-Modern Bitossi Furniture

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Ceramic

Bitossi Decorative Box, Ceramic, Pink & Blue Glazed, Italy, 1970s
Bitossi Decorative Box, Ceramic, Pink & Blue Glazed, Italy, 1970s

Bitossi Decorative Box, Ceramic, Pink & Blue Glazed, Italy, 1970s

By Bitossi

Located in New York, NY

Bitossi box, ceramic, pink, white, and blue signed. Small scale round lidded box glazed in salmon pink, white and sky blue. Paper label on underside reads: Made in Italy 99-903 A.

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bitossi Furniture

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Ceramic

Table Lamp by Bitossi
Table Lamp by Bitossi

Table Lamp by Bitossi

By Bitossi

Located in Long Island City, NY

Ceramic table lamp by Bitossi, Italy. Marked: B4/35 Italy. Existing wiring, we do not guaranty functionality, rewiring available upon request. The lamp base heigh 14"; diam -5.5". ...

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1960s Italian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bitossi Furniture

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Stoneware

Vintage MCM Bitossi Table Lamp, Ceramic with Blue Leaves, Italy, 1950s
Vintage MCM Bitossi Table Lamp, Ceramic with Blue Leaves, Italy, 1950s

Vintage MCM Bitossi Table Lamp, Ceramic with Blue Leaves, Italy, 1950s

By Bitossi

Located in Plainview, NY

An artisan table lamp crafted by Bitossi of Italy in 1950s. Handmade with meticulous care, the botanical design lamp boasts a delicate ceramic construction. The lamp features leaves...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bitossi Furniture

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Ceramic

Pair of “Rimini Blue” Ceramic Planters by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, Italy, 1960s
Pair of “Rimini Blue” Ceramic Planters by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, Italy, 1960s

Pair of “Rimini Blue” Ceramic Planters by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, Italy, 1960s

By Aldo Londi, Bitossi

Located in Staffanstorp, SE

A vibrant and iconic pair of ceramic planters (cachepots) designed by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, Italy. These hand-crafted pieces are part of the famous Rimini Blu collection – one of t...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bitossi Furniture

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Ceramic

Whimsical Petite "Rimini Blu" Ceramic Elephant by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, 1980s
Whimsical Petite "Rimini Blu" Ceramic Elephant by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, 1980s

Whimsical Petite "Rimini Blu" Ceramic Elephant by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, 1980s

By Aldo Londi, Raymor, Bitossi

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful classic Rimini blue ceramic Whimsical petite elephant sculpture by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, Italy, 1980s.

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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bitossi Furniture

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Ceramic

Pair of Bitossi Table Lamps Gold and Stoneware Ceramic Italy 1970's
Pair of Bitossi Table Lamps Gold and Stoneware Ceramic Italy 1970's

Pair of Bitossi Table Lamps Gold and Stoneware Ceramic Italy 1970's

By Bitossi

Located in London, GB

Bitossi cylinder shape table lamps where produced in stoneware with a natural glaze. The border at the neck is gilded, the band of shiny gold emphasis the rough texture of the ceramic body. Guido Bitossi established his own ceramic workshop near Florence, in Montelupo, in 1921. Originally the works was named (Ceramaic Manufactory Guido Bitossi & Sons), the company name was later shortened to Bitossi Ceramiche. After World War II, master ceramist Aldo Londi (1911-2003) was appointed creative director of Bitossi Ceramiche, he held that position for more than fifty years. During which time he was the creator of designs for vases, jugs, animals, candle stick holders and other objects. Where he experiment with textures, surface reliefs, glazes and in the process created new ceramics...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bitossi Furniture

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Gold

Bitossi Vase, Ceramic Stoneware, Brushed Metallic Silver, Italy, 1970
Bitossi Vase, Ceramic Stoneware, Brushed Metallic Silver, Italy, 1970

Bitossi Vase, Ceramic Stoneware, Brushed Metallic Silver, Italy, 1970

By Bitossi

Located in New York, NY

Bitossi Vase, Ceramic, Brushed, Metallic Silver. Small scale slender cylinder vase glazed in brushed metallic platinum.

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bitossi Furniture

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Ceramic, Stoneware

Mid-Century Modern Bitossi Vase with 24K Gold Glaze, Italy, 1968
Mid-Century Modern Bitossi Vase with 24K Gold Glaze, Italy, 1968

Mid-Century Modern Bitossi Vase with 24K Gold Glaze, Italy, 1968

By Bitossi

Located in New York, NY

Bitossi vase, ceramic, gold, brushed metallic. Medium scale cylinder vase with a ribbed 24K gold glaze exterior, black interior and an underside in terracotta.

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bitossi Furniture

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Ceramic

Bitossi for Berkeley House Ashtray, Brushed Gold, Signed
Bitossi for Berkeley House Ashtray, Brushed Gold, Signed

Bitossi for Berkeley House Ashtray, Brushed Gold, Signed

By Berkeley House, Bitossi

Located in New York, NY

Bitossi for Berkeley House ashtray, brushed gold, signed. Medium scale textured ashtray with one cigarette rest. The Bitossi factory mixed 24-karat gold to achieve the luster in their gold glazes. Retains original paper label on the underside which reads: "Handmade Berkeley House Italy...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bitossi Furniture

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Ceramic

Unusual Ceramic Lamp by Bitossi
Unusual Ceramic Lamp by Bitossi

Unusual Ceramic Lamp by Bitossi

By Bitossi

Located in St.Petersburg, FL

Outstanding and rare lamp by Bitossi, made in Italy ca' 1960's. Beautiful hand painted swirl decoration of orange brown, contrasting with more bulbous and ...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bitossi Furniture

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Ceramic

Gold Ceramic Bitossi Lamp, with Custom Made Shade by René Houben
Gold Ceramic Bitossi Lamp, with Custom Made Shade by René Houben

Gold Ceramic Bitossi Lamp, with Custom Made Shade by René Houben

By Bitossi

Located in Rijssen, NL

Elegant table lamp. Bitossi, Italy, circa 1960s. With exceptional new custom made silk shades by René Houben. René Houben is a renowned Dutch light designer. René has been designing...

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1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bitossi Furniture

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Metal

Bitossi Cylinder Vase, Ceramic with Brushed Gold Glaze, Italy, 1968
Bitossi Cylinder Vase, Ceramic with Brushed Gold Glaze, Italy, 1968

Bitossi Cylinder Vase, Ceramic with Brushed Gold Glaze, Italy, 1968

By Bitossi

Located in New York, NY

Bitossi vase, ceramic, brushed gold, signed. Small to medium scale cylinder vase with textured metallic brushed gold glaze. The Bitossi factory mixed 24-karat gold to achieve the lus...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bitossi Furniture

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Ceramic

1 of the 2 of Bitossi Lamps for Berboms, with Custom Made Shades by Rene Houben
1 of the 2 of Bitossi Lamps for Berboms, with Custom Made Shades by Rene Houben

1 of the 2 of Bitossi Lamps for Berboms, with Custom Made Shades by Rene Houben

By Bitossi

Located in Rijssen, NL

This Bitossi "Birch" lamp features a ceramic base with a rough surface in an off-white glaze in the middle and bands of shiny metallic gold glaze at the top and bottom. The textured ...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bitossi Furniture

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Metal, Brass

Aldo Londi for Bitossi Large Vase
Aldo Londi for Bitossi Large Vase

Aldo Londi for Bitossi Large Vase

By Bitossi, Aldo Londi

Located in St.Petersburg, FL

Stunning large vase designed by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, features a seta design in rare "Lobster" colors. Measures: 16” tall 5” wide.

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bitossi Furniture

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Ceramic

Mid-Century Modern Rare Flower Design Pottery Vase Aldo Londi Bitossi Italy
Mid-Century Modern Rare Flower Design Pottery Vase Aldo Londi Bitossi Italy

Mid-Century Modern Rare Flower Design Pottery Vase Aldo Londi Bitossi Italy

By Bitossi, Aldo Londi

Located in Hamburg, DE

Mid-Century Modern Rare Flower Design Studio Pottery Block Vase by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, Italy, 1960s

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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bitossi Furniture

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Ceramic

Bitossi Rosenthal Netter Box, Ceramic, Stripes, Orange, Black, Yellow, Signed
Bitossi Rosenthal Netter Box, Ceramic, Stripes, Orange, Black, Yellow, Signed

Bitossi Rosenthal Netter Box, Ceramic, Stripes, Orange, Black, Yellow, Signed

By Bitossi, Rosenthal Netter

Located in New York, NY

Bitossi for Rosenthal netter box, ceramic, stripes, orange, black and yellow, signed. Small scale ceramic lidded box decorated with angled planks, glazed an...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bitossi Furniture

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Ceramic

Hand-Painted Porcelain Horse Box by Bitossi, Mid-Century Modern, Italy
Hand-Painted Porcelain Horse Box by Bitossi, Mid-Century Modern, Italy

Hand-Painted Porcelain Horse Box by Bitossi, Mid-Century Modern, Italy

By Bitossi

Located in New York, NY

Mid Century porcelain keepsake/cigarette box hand decorated with a water color effect glaze depicting a horse.

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bitossi Furniture

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Porcelain

Grouping of Five Italian Ceramic Owls by Ado Londi for Bitossi
Grouping of Five Italian Ceramic Owls by Ado Londi for Bitossi

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 are in beautiful vintage condition. The grouping consist of three vases and two cand...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bitossi Furniture

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Ceramic

1970s Table Lamp by Bitossi Ceramiche in glazed ceramic
1970s Table Lamp by Bitossi Ceramiche in glazed ceramic

1970s Table Lamp by Bitossi Ceramiche in glazed ceramic

By Bitossi

Located in Victoria, BC

Produced by Bitossi Ceramiche in Italy during the 1960s or 1970s, this table lamp exemplifies the rich materiality and sculptural character that made Italian ceramic lighting so infl...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bitossi Furniture

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Ceramic

Bitossi Pottery Vase Londi Italian Raymor Marbled Marbleized Swirl Vintage 11.5"
Bitossi Pottery Vase Londi Italian Raymor Marbled Marbleized Swirl Vintage 11.5"

Bitossi Pottery Vase Londi Italian Raymor Marbled Marbleized Swirl Vintage 11.5"

By Bitossi

Located in Wilton, CT

Marbleized Bitossi vase in swirl of mixed brown and white clay. Circa 1970’s. Bitossi inventory label on base. 11 1/2” high, 8” diameter. Excellent condition.

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bitossi Furniture

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Pottery

Pair of Table Lamps by Bitossi for Bergboms
Pair of Table Lamps by Bitossi for Bergboms

Pair of Table Lamps by Bitossi for Bergboms

By Bitossi, Bergboms

Located in Karlstad, SE

Rare model of table lamps by Bitossi for Swedish manufacturer Bergboms. The lamps are in very good vintage condition, there is a minor dent on top of one of the lamps, which was made...

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20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Bitossi Furniture

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Ceramic

Monumental Aldo Londi for Bitossi Mid Century Italian Ceramic Owl Vase
Monumental Aldo Londi for Bitossi Mid Century Italian Ceramic Owl Vase

Monumental Aldo Londi for Bitossi Mid Century Italian Ceramic Owl Vase

By Bitossi, Aldo Londi

Located in New York, NY

Monumental Aldo Londi for Bitossi Mid Century Italian Ceramic Owl Vase. Bright blues and green color combination. Overall excellent condition. Age appropriate wear. No chips, crack...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bitossi Furniture

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Ceramic

Fratelli Fanciullacci Ceramic Table Lamp with New Custom Made Lampshade, 1970
Fratelli Fanciullacci Ceramic Table Lamp with New Custom Made Lampshade, 1970

Fratelli Fanciullacci Ceramic Table Lamp with New Custom Made Lampshade, 1970

By Bitossi

Located in Rijssen, NL

Unique ceramic floorlamp by Fratelli Fanciullacci for by Bittosi, A sculptural high-end piece made of handmade ceramic in red tones. With an exceptional new custom made red silk lamp...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bitossi Furniture

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Ceramic, Fabric

Postmodern Rimini Blue Ceramic Fish Money Box by Bitossi, Italy
Postmodern Rimini Blue Ceramic Fish Money Box by Bitossi, Italy

Postmodern Rimini Blue Ceramic Fish Money Box by Bitossi, Italy

By Bitossi

Located in Bresso, Lombardy

Made in Italy, 1970s. This is a Rimini blue lacquered ceramic money box by Bitossi, one of the most known Italian ceramic company that was founded i...

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1970s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Bitossi Furniture

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Ceramic

Bitossi Box, Ceramic, Applied Discs, Blue, Purple, White, Brown, Signed
Bitossi Box, Ceramic, Applied Discs, Blue, Purple, White, Brown, Signed

Bitossi Box, Ceramic, Applied Discs, Blue, Purple, White, Brown, Signed

By Bitossi

Located in New York, NY

Bitossi box, ceramic, applied discs, blue, purple, white, brown, signed. The lid is a coarse dark chocolate clay decorated with rows of applied glazed discs in violet (purple) and bl...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bitossi Furniture

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Ceramic

Pair of Ceramic Table Lamps by Bitossi
Pair of Ceramic Table Lamps by Bitossi

Pair of Ceramic Table Lamps by Bitossi

By Bitossi

Located in Palm Springs, CA

A fantastic pair of ceramic table lamps by Bitossi. These lamps are brown ceramic in the center with a metallic glaze at the top and bottom. Newly rewired with new nickel hardwar...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bitossi Furniture

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Nickel

Aldo Londi Bitossi Rosenthal Netter Ceramic Box, Stripes, Labels, Italy 1960s
Aldo Londi Bitossi Rosenthal Netter Ceramic Box, Stripes, Labels, Italy 1960s

Aldo Londi Bitossi Rosenthal Netter Ceramic Box, Stripes, Labels, Italy 1960s

By Rosenthal Netter, Bitossi

Located in New York, NY

Aldo Londi for Bitossi lidded box, Italy, 1960s. Small scale ceramic box decorated with an angular geometric pattern in yellow, white, and black over a brown glaze. Retains two paper...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bitossi Furniture

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Ceramic

Bitossi Vase, Ceramic, Abstract, Brushed Metallic, Gold, Platinum
Bitossi Vase, Ceramic, Abstract, Brushed Metallic, Gold, Platinum

Bitossi Vase, Ceramic, Abstract, Brushed Metallic, Gold, Platinum

By Bitossi

Located in New York, NY

Bitossi Vase, Ceramic, Abstract, Brushed Metallic, Gold, Platinum. Small to medium scale vase with slightly elongated cylindrical neck, flat shoulders, and a rounded body. Glazed in ...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bitossi Furniture

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Ceramic

Ceramic vase, design by Aldo LONDI for Bitossi. Italy, 1950s/60s
Ceramic vase, design by Aldo LONDI for Bitossi. Italy, 1950s/60s

Ceramic vase, design by Aldo LONDI for Bitossi. Italy, 1950s/60s

By Bitossi, Aldo Londi

Located in Torino, IT

Ceramic vase hand-painted, design by Aldo LONDI for Bitossi. ORIGIN Italy PERIOD 1950s/60s AUTHOR Aldo LONDI Born in Montelupo Fiorentino in 1911, he began working at a local cera...

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1950s Italian Vintage Bitossi Furniture

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Enamel

Bitossi Ceramiche Alzata Centerpiece, Blue by Ettore Sottsass
Bitossi Ceramiche Alzata Centerpiece, Blue by Ettore Sottsass

Bitossi Ceramiche Alzata Centerpiece, Blue by Ettore Sottsass

By Bitossi, Ettore Sottsass

Located in Toronto, ON

Designed by Ettore Sottsass for Bitossi in 1959, this hand-turned white clay centrepiece balances simplicity and contrast. Its two-tone matte enamel—deep black above and rich blue be...

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2010s Italian Post-Modern Bitossi Furniture

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Ceramic

Bitossi Ball Vase, Ceramic with Metallic Silver Glaze, 1970s
Bitossi Ball Vase, Ceramic with Metallic Silver Glaze, 1970s

Bitossi Ball Vase, Ceramic with Metallic Silver Glaze, 1970s

By Bitossi

Located in New York, NY

Bitossi Ball Vase, Ceramic with Metallic Silver Glaze, 1970s. Medium scale chunky spherical vase glazed in a ribbed brushed metallic platinum luster. ...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bitossi Furniture

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Ceramic

Aldo Londi Bitossi Vase, Moorish Stripes, Chartreuse, Signed, Italy 1960s
Aldo Londi Bitossi Vase, Moorish Stripes, Chartreuse, Signed, Italy 1960s

Aldo Londi Bitossi Vase, Moorish Stripes, Chartreuse, Signed, Italy 1960s

By Aldo Londi, Bitossi

Located in New York, NY

Aldo Londi Bitossi Vase, Moorish Stripes, Chartreuse, Signed, Italy 1960s. Small low vase from Londi's Moorish Stripes series with chartreuse and orange glaze over coarse brown clay....

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bitossi Furniture

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Ceramic

Aldo Londi for Bitossi 3 set Rimini pieces, Italy 1970s
Aldo Londi for Bitossi 3 set Rimini pieces, Italy 1970s

Aldo Londi for Bitossi 3 set Rimini pieces, Italy 1970s

By Bitossi, Aldo Londi

Located in BARCELONA, ES

The Aldo Londi for Bitossi Rimini Blue 3-Piece Set from the 1970s is a stunning example of Italian ceramic artistry, blending rich texture, vibrant color, and timeless craftsmanship....

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bitossi Furniture

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Ceramic

"Figura Di Uccellino" Rimini Blu Series by Aldo Londi for Bitossi Blue Bird
"Figura Di Uccellino" Rimini Blu Series by Aldo Londi for Bitossi Blue Bird

"Figura Di Uccellino" Rimini Blu Series by Aldo Londi for Bitossi Blue Bird

By Aldo Londi, Bitossi

Located in NEUVILLE-DE-POITOU, FR

Blue ceramic bird on iron black basement engraved by hand and enamelled in bright blue and green colors with their characteristic patterns. Marked "Bitossi made in Italy" on the bo...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bitossi Furniture

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Ceramic

Aldo Londi Table  Lamp for Bitossi  ceramic Italy 1960
Aldo Londi Table  Lamp for Bitossi  ceramic Italy 1960

Aldo Londi Table Lamp for Bitossi ceramic Italy 1960

By Bitossi

Located in Paris, IDF

Aldo Londi Table Lamp for Bitossi ceramic with Turquoise glazing made in Italy around 1960 Height of the ceramic body incl.socket: 54 cm. Total height 87 cm; Diameter of the shade...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bitossi Furniture

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Ceramic

Bitossi Table Lamp by Aldo Londi, Ceramic, Multicolor Stripes, Italy, 1960s
Bitossi Table Lamp by Aldo Londi, Ceramic, Multicolor Stripes, Italy, 1960s

Bitossi Table Lamp by Aldo Londi, Ceramic, Multicolor Stripes, Italy, 1960s

By Bitossi

Located in New York, NY

Bottle-form ceramic table lamp produced by Bitossi, Italy, circa 1969, in the manner of art director Aldo Londi. The white-glazed body is decorated with bold horizontal bands glazed ...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bitossi Furniture

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Ceramic

Mid-Century Modern Bitossi Decorative Bowl, White and Gold, Italy, 1960s
Mid-Century Modern Bitossi Decorative Bowl, White and Gold, Italy, 1960s

Mid-Century Modern Bitossi Decorative Bowl, White and Gold, Italy, 1960s

By Bitossi

Located in New York, NY

Mid-Century Modern Bitossi Decorative Bowl, White and Gold, Italy, 1960s. Small to medium scale bowl with gold abstract glaze over white with two tiny cutout handles near the top edg...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bitossi Furniture

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Ceramic

Large Ceramic Lamp by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, Italy, 1970s
Large Ceramic Lamp by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, Italy, 1970s

Large Ceramic Lamp by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, Italy, 1970s

By Aldo Londi, Bitossi

Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR

Mid-Century Modern Space Age ceramic terracotta table or bedside lamp. Nice rattan wicker raffia shade. Italian design like Ettore Sottsass, Venini, Vistosi, La Murrina, Aldo Nason, ...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bitossi Furniture

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Metal

Bitossi Italy Rimini Blu Large Bowl by Aldo Londi, Turquoise Blue Ceramic 1960s
Bitossi Italy Rimini Blu Large Bowl by Aldo Londi, Turquoise Blue Ceramic 1960s

Bitossi Italy Rimini Blu Large Bowl by Aldo Londi, Turquoise Blue Ceramic 1960s

By Bitossi, Palshus, Aldo Londi, Rörstrand

Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg

Vintage Bitossi Italy "Rimini Blu" large ceramic bowl manufactured ca. 1960s to 1970s. The design is by Aldo Londi. perfect as a large fruit bowl or for display. Marked on bottom:...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bitossi Furniture

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Ceramic

Pair of Black Bitossi Lamps, Italy, 1970
Pair of Black Bitossi Lamps, Italy, 1970

Pair of Black Bitossi Lamps, Italy, 1970

By Bitossi

Located in Bronx, NY

Bitossi lamps Italy 1970s ceramic in a black and silver multi layered glaze with an earthy super sophisticated dark look, signed. Rewired for the US. Shades not included.

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bitossi Furniture

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Ceramic

Vintage Italian Rimini Blu Ceramic Frog by Aldo Londi for Bitossi
Vintage Italian Rimini Blu Ceramic Frog by Aldo Londi for Bitossi

Vintage Italian Rimini Blu Ceramic Frog by Aldo Londi for Bitossi

By Aldo Londi, Bitossi

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Italian Modernist ceramic frog sculpture designed by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, ca. 1960s. Features the Rimini blu glaze, a blend of turquoise, navy and green, with sgraffito etched geo...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bitossi Furniture

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Ceramic

Vintage Aldo Londi Bitossi Ceramic Ashtray, Lighter and Cigarette Holder Italy
Vintage Aldo Londi Bitossi Ceramic Ashtray, Lighter and Cigarette Holder Italy

Vintage Aldo Londi Bitossi Ceramic Ashtray, Lighter and Cigarette Holder Italy

By Rosenthal, Bitossi, Aldo Londi

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful trio set by Bitossi. This ceramic set is glamorous, chic and so mid-century. The trio includes a beautiful ashtray, a tall table lighter and a cigarette holder. Together th...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bitossi Furniture

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Ceramic

Large Teal and Gilt Ceramic "Seta" Pedestal Bowl by Aldo Londi for Bitossi Italy
Large Teal and Gilt Ceramic "Seta" Pedestal Bowl by Aldo Londi for Bitossi Italy

Large Teal and Gilt Ceramic "Seta" Pedestal Bowl by Aldo Londi for Bitossi Italy

By Aldo Londi, Bitossi

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Elegant vintage ceramic footed bowl from the Seta (silk) line designed by Aldo Londi for Bitossi (ca. 1960s, Italy). Composed of teal, sky blue, and white color blocks divided by and...

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1960s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bitossi Furniture

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Gold Leaf

Bitossi furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

Bitossi furniture are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of ceramic and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Bitossi furniture, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 604 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 32 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original furniture by Bitossi were created in the mid-century modern style in europe during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider furniture by Aldo Londi, Vico Magistretti, and Carlo Nason. Prices for Bitossi furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $166 and can go as high as $14,850, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $1,541.

Questions About Bitossi Furniture

  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    To identify a Bitossi, look for the maker's markings on the bottom and other inconspicuous areas. Beginning in the 1950s, Bitossi typically marked its pottery with a handwritten style number and the words "Made in Italy" or "Italy." After the 1970s, the Italian company started to imprint its name on its pieces. However, some Bitossi pottery is unmarked. As a result, you may want to consult a certified appraiser or a knowledgeable dealer for assistance with identification. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of Bitossi pottery.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
    Bitossi's style has changed over the course of its more than 100-year history. However, the brand is most famous for its mid-century modern pieces made during the 1950s and ’60s. Bitossi ceramics also reflect the hallmarks of Scandinavian modern style. Explore a wide range of Bitossi pottery from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    No, not all Bitossi is signed. A small number bear no marks at all. Most have either a hand-applied signature or a stamp that says "Italy" or "Made in Italy." You'll find a collection of expertly vetted Bitossi decorative objects and lighting on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024
    No, Flavia and Bitossi are not exactly the same. The company Gruppo Colorobbia produces both Flavia and Bitossi pottery. Beginning in 1976, the Flavia collection featured more decorative art pieces than the Bitossi line. In 1994, Gruppo Colorobbia began calling everything Bitossi. However, you can find some select pottery that bears both the Flavia and Bitossi names. Explore a wide range of Bitossi pieces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024
    The history of Bitossi pottery began in 1926, when Guido Bitossi founded his shop in Montelupo Fiorentino, near Florence, Italy. He descended from a long line of artisans, including painters, sculptors and potters. His son Londi became the creative director of Bitossi in 1946 and was responsible for introducing the colorful glazes that Bitossi has become famous for during his 50-year tenure. During the 1950s, Ettore Sottsass began to design unique pieces for Bitossi, and his geometric bowls and vases redefined the art form of pottery and set major trends during the mid-century period. After Londi Bitossi stepped down, a new generation of the family took over, with Guido's granddaughter Cinzia Bitossi serving as artistic director and his great-granddaughter Ginevra Bocin acting as CEO. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Bitossi pottery.