Bitossi Animal Sculptures
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
Boletto Blue Pig Figurine by Aldo Londi
By Bitossi
Located in Milan, IT
Boletto blue pig figurine from the Rimini Blu collection features a mold-made refractory white clay form. The vibrant blue glaze is enhanced by a finely incised decoration of varied ...
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2010s Italian Bitossi Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
$260 / item
Midcentury Horse Sculpture Glazed Ceramic by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, Italy 1960s
By Bitossi, Aldo Londi
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury beautiful horse sculpture in glazed ceramic by Aldo Londi for Bitossi.
Made in Italy in the 1960s.
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bitossi Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Signed Montelupo for Bitossi Sausage Dog in Blue "Rimini" Ceramic, Italy 1960s
By Flavia Montelupo, Bitossi
Located in Roma, IT
Gorgeous wiener dog sculpture from the "Rimini Blu" collection by Flavia Montelupo for Bitossi. This lovely and rare sculpture was designed by Flavia Montelupo and produced by Bitoss...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bitossi Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery
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 for Bitossi Italy in the 1960s.
The Italian Ceramic Artist Aldo Londi from Montelupo...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bitossi Animal Sculptures
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Ceramic
Midcentury Bitossi Aldo Londi Pair of Red Glaze Ceramic Roosters, Italy, 1960s
By Aldo Londi, Bitossi
Located in Valencia, VC
Striking Pair of Red Glazed Roosters by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, Italy, 1960s
A beautifully crafted pair of ceramic roosters designed by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, handmade in Italy cir...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bitossi Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Clay, Earthenware
$902 Sale Price / set
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Bitossi Aldo Londi Large Ceramic Cat Sculpture, Rimini Blu Glaze, Italy, 1960s
By Aldo Londi, Bitossi
Located in Valencia, VC
This Bitossi large ceramic cat sculpture by Aldo Londi is a stunning example of Mid-Century Italian pottery. Handcrafted in Italy during the 1960s, i...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bitossi Animal Sculptures
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Ceramic, Clay, Earthenware
$902 Sale Price
43% Off
Aldo Londi for Bitossi Rimini Blu Large Ceramic Horse
By Aldo Londi, Bitossi
Located in Miami, FL
Tall Italian handmade ceramic horse sculpture in the vibrant signature blue of Aldo Londi's iconic art pottery collection Rimini Blu, originally designed in 1959 for Bitossi Ceramich...
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bitossi Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
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 by Aldo Londi for Bitossi Italy.
The Italian Ceramic Artist Aldo Londi from Montel...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bitossi Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Aldo Londi for Bitossi – Rimini Blue “Prezzemolo” Ceramic Dove, Italy, 1960s
By Aldo Londi, Bitossi
Located in Valencia, VC
Aldo Londi for Bitossi – Rimini Blue “Prezzemolo” Ceramic Dove, Italy, 1960s
Rare Rimini Blue “Prezzemolo” ceramic dove designed by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, handmade in Italy circa 1...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bitossi Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Clay, Earthenware
Ceramic sculpture "Pavoncella" design Aldo Londi for Bitossi, 1960 Rimini blue
By Aldo Londi, Bitossi
Located in taranto, IT
Ceramic sculpture "Pavoncella," from the RIMINI BLUE series, made by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, in a special glaze blue color, which gives the strong expressiveness of this collection....
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bitossi Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Whimsical "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 elephant sculpture by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, Italy, 1980s.
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bitossi Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Aldo Londi for Bitossi Italian Midcentury Blue Sculpture Ceramic Horse 1960s
By Bitossi, Aldo Londi
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Italian midcentury modern design large blue glazed ceramic stylized horse sculpture designed by Aldo Londi and produced by Bitossi Fiorentino, Italy 1960s
Please note that the ceram...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bitossi Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
$2,322 Sale Price
20% Off
Bitossi by Aldo Londi Rimini Blue Bird Sculpture, Italy, 1960s
By Aldo Londi, Bitossi
Located in Valencia, VC
Bitossi by Aldo Londi “Pavoncella” Bird – Rimini Blu Glaze
Ceramic Pavoncella (dove) bird designed by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, finished in the distinctive Rimini Blu glaze. Londi, wh...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bitossi Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Clay, Earthenware
Large "Rimini Blu" Ceramic Horse by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, 1960s
By Bitossi, Raymor, Aldo Londi
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful classic Rimini blue ceramic horse sculpture by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, Italy, 1960s.
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bitossi Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Mid-Century Aldo Londi Bitossi Italian Art Pottery Lion Figurine Sculpture Italy
By Bitossi
Located in San Diego, CA
Wonderful Aldo Bitossi Italian art pottery lion figurine sculpture and dates from the 1960's. Marked on the bottom "Made in Italy". Color is great and the figurine is in excellent co...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Bitossi Animal Sculptures
Materials
Pottery
$360 Sale Price
20% Off
Aldo Londi Italian Ceramic Bird Sculptures for Bitossi
By Aldo Londi, Bitossi
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dimensions:
Large - 17in H x 3in W x 4in D
Medium - 15in H x 3in W x 4in D
Small - 12in H x 3in W x 4in D
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bitossi Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Bitossi by Aldo Londi Scavo Decor Anteater Sculpture, Italy 1960s
By Aldo Londi, Bitossi
Located in Valencia, VC
This rare anteater sculpture, designed by Aldo Londi and produced by Bitossi Ceramiche in the 1960s, exemplifies the innovative and skilled ceramic work of the period. The piece is n...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bitossi Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
$410 Sale Price
48% Off
Rimini Blu Ceramic Horse Sculpture by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, Italy, 1960s
By Bitossi, Aldo Londi
Located in Milan, IT
Ceramic standing horse sculpture by Aldo Londi for Bitossi.
Blue crystalline glaze enhancing the details of the decoration.
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Bitossi Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Bitossi for Raymor Lion, Ceramic, Yellow, Signed
By Raymor, Bitossi
Located in New York, NY
Bitossi for Raymor Lion, Ceramic, Yellow, Signed. Chunky medium scale animal sculpture with whimsical detail and glazed in fun Pop Art yellow. Retai...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bitossi Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
$2,370 Sale Price
40% Off
Aldo Londi Rimini Petrol Blue Ceramic Horse by Bitossi Italy
By Bitossi, Aldo Londi
Located in Utrecht, NL
Aldo Londi, Bitossi petroleum blue and green pottery horse.
Beautiful color and glaze.
Circa late 1960.
Fully marked, numbered on the bottom.
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bitossi Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Vintage Ceramiche / Pottery Lion Sculpture by Aldo Londo for Bitossi Raymor
By Bitossi, Aldo Londi, Raymor
Located in San Diego, CA
A wonderful vintage ceramiche / pottery lion sculpture by Aldo Londi for Bitossi Raymor, circa 1960s. The piece is in very good vintage condition with a brown rustic terra cota like ...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bitossi Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
$2,000 Sale Price
20% Off
Aldo Londi Bitossi Rimini Blue Glazed Fish Sculpture Figurine, Italy, 1950s
By Aldo Londi, Bitossi
Located in Vienna, AT
A beautiful, decorative midcentury Rimini blue glazed fish sculpture. Designed by Aldo Londi, manufactured by Bitossi Ceramiche / Italy in the 19...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bitossi Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware, Terracotta
Set of 3 “Rimini Blu” Ceramic Animals Signed by F. Montelupo for Bitossi, Italy
By Flavia Montelupo, Bitossi
Located in Roma, IT
Gorgeous set of three animal sculptures from the “Rimini Blu” collection by Flavia Montelupo for Bitossi. This rare and charming set includes an elephant, a wiener dog and a turtle, ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bitossi Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery
Rimini Blue Cat Made of Ceramics by Aldo Londi, 1960
By Aldo Londi, Bitossi
Located in Oirlo, LI
Rimini Blue cat made of ceramics by Aldo Londi,1960
This is a rare model, the cat is handmade.
Has no chips or damage. It is a nice piece made ...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bitossi Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Aldo Londi Bitossi Horse, Ceramic, Brown, White
By Aldo Londi, Bitossi
Located in New York, NY
Aldo Londi Bitossi horse, ceramic, brown and white. Medium scale horse with white glaze over a coarse matte brown raw clay. Small indentation to right re...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bitossi Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Italian Midcentury Rimini Blu Ceramic Candleholder by Aldo Londi for Bitossi
By Bitossi, Aldo Londi
Located in Vienna, AT
iconic Italian modern ceramic candleholder from the Rimini Blu series designed by Aldo Londi for Bitossi Italy. It is in beautiful original condition.
The Italian Ceramic Artist Aldo...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bitossi Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Large Italian Green Ceramic Horse by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, Signed, 1960s.
By Bitossi, Aldo Londi
Located in Asaa, DK
Large Italian Green Ceramic Horse by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, Signed, 1960s.
Midcentury horse figurine in unusual green glazed colour. Made in Ita...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bitossi Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Italian Midcentury square Rimini Blu Ceramic Ashtray by Aldo Londi for Bitossi
By Bitossi, Aldo Londi
Located in Vienna, AT
iconic Italian modern ceramic ashtray from the Rimini Blu series designed by Aldo Londi for Bitossi Italy. It is in beautiful original condition.
The Italian Ceramic Artist Aldo Lon...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bitossi Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
$431 Sale Price
30% Off
Whimsical "Rimini Blu" Ceramic Ram Sculpture by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, 1980s
By Raymor, Bitossi, Aldo Londi
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful classic Rimini blue ceramic Whimsical petite elephant sculpture by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, Italy, 1980s.
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bitossi Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Bitossi By Aldo Londi Red Glaze Ceramic Rooster, Italy, 1960s
By Aldo Londi, Bitossi
Located in Valencia, VC
A Bitossi by Aldo Londi ceramic rooster, featuring a rare oxblood glazing. Handmade in Flavia Montelupo circa the 1960s.
Absolutely gorgeous in ...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bitossi Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
$444 Sale Price
21% Off
Aldo Londi for Bitossi Ceramic Horse Sculpture
By Bitossi, Aldo Londi
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Classic ceramic horse sculpture by Aldo Londi for Bitossi circa 1960s. Rare monotone pastel/sky blue hand applied glaze.
Dimensions are 10.25" long 5" wide and 12.25" tall.
No cr...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bitossi Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Vintage Aldo Londi Italian Ceramiche Bird / Duck Sculpture by Bitossi Raymor
By Aldo Londi, Bitossi, Raymor
Located in San Diego, CA
Vintage ceramiche bird / duck sculpture by Aldo Londi for Bitossi Raymor, circa 1960s. The piece is in very good vintage condition with great color and texture; it would make a fanta...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bitossi Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
$2,000 Sale Price
20% Off
Aldo Londi Rimini Blue Glazed Ceramic Boar Sculpture for Bitossi Italy 1960s
By Aldo Londi, Bitossi
Located in Troy, MI
Aldo Londi for Bitossi
Italy circa 1960's
Large abstract boar sculpture in Rimini Blue glaze and incised motifs
Signed to underside
15 inch width
6 inch depth
7 inch height
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bitossi Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Massive Handled Jug / Vase by Aldo Londo for Bitossi Raymor
By Aldo Londi, Bitossi, Raymor
Located in San Diego, CA
Super rare MCM ceramiche / pottery handled jug / vase by Aldo Londi for Bitossi Raymor, circa 1960s. The piece is in very good vintage condition with a great color, texture and intri...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bitossi Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
$2,800 Sale Price
20% Off
Whimsical Petite "Rimini Blu" Ceramic Elephant by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, 1980s
By Aldo Londi, Bitossi, Raymor
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful classic Rimini blue ceramic Whimsical petite elephant sculpture by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, Italy, 1980s.
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bitossi Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Vintage Aldo Londi Italian Ceramiche Bird / Duck Sculpture by Bitossi Raymor
By Raymor, Bitossi, Aldo Londi
Located in San Diego, CA
Vintage ceramiche bird / duck sculpture by Aldo Londi for Bitossi Raymor, circa 1960s. The piece is in very good vintage condition with great color and texture; it would make a fanta...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bitossi Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Rimini Blu Ceramic Owl by Aldo Londi for Bitossi Ceramics, Italy, c. 1960
By Aldo Londi, Bitossi
Located in London, GB
A very cute mid century ‘Rimini Blu’ ceramic owl by Aldo Londi for Bitossi Ceramics, made in Italy, c. 1960.
The ceramic body is defined with stylised modelling and the blue glaze ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bitossi Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Bitossi Ceramic Depicting Wild Boar in Fake Excavation, 1960
By Bitossi
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Bitossi ceramic depicting wild boar in fake excavation, 1960.
Category
1960s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bitossi Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
$319 Sale Price
40% Off
Vintage Aldo Londi Italian Pottery Bird / Duck Sculpture by Bitossi Raymor
By Aldo Londi, Bitossi, Jonathan Adler, Raymor
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful and rare and very collectible bird/duck sculpture by Aldo Londi for Bitossi Raymor, circa the 1960s. The piece is in very great vintage condition with great color and textu...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bitossi Animal Sculptures
Materials
Metal
Ceramic rooster sculpture, 1960s, Aldo Londi, Bitossi
By Aldo Londi, Bitossi
Located in Paris, FR
Rare ceramic rooster from the 1960s
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Dimensions :
30 cm high
26 cm long
13 cm depth
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Slightly damaged on the lower part (see photos).
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Very beautiful colors and poetic.
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talian m...
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1960s European Vintage Bitossi Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Bitossi Fish Tray, Ceramic, White, Matte Brown, Pink, Blue, Incised, Signed
By Bitossi
Located in New York, NY
Bitossi fish tray, ceramic, white, matte brown, pink, blue, incised, signed. Large scale hand thrown pottery tray with white glaze over raw claw. The body...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bitossi Animal Sculptures
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Ceramic
Bitossi animal sculptures for sale on 1stDibs.
Bitossi animal sculptures 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 animal sculptures, although blue editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original animal sculptures 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 animal sculptures by Aldo Londi, Cenedese, and Livio Seguso. Prices for Bitossi animal sculptures can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $362 and can go as high as $4,200, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $1,336.
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Questions About Bitossi Animal Sculptures
- How do you identify a Bitossi?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024To 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.
- What is Bitossi's style?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024Bitossi'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.
- Is all Bitossi signed?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022No, 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.
- Is Flavia the same as Bitossi?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024No, 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, 2024The 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.