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Luccio Del Pezzo ( Italian 1933-2020 ) A commissioned work, offered as an award to exhibitors of 25 years standing at the legendary Milan Salone del Mobile Italiano. Bronze, copper,...

1495 Italian cast stone bathing Venus sculpture

Charming 1970s Italian sculpture of a bear executed in hand-blown art glass from Murano. The figure is modeled with smooth, rounded lines that beautifully capture the gentle strengt...

Vintage ceramic sculpture "Old man and Boy" by Giuseppe Armani for Capodimonte made in Italy in the 1970s. The sculpture has the origin...

Vintage ceramic sculpture "Artist" by Capodimonte made in Italy in the 1970s. The sculpture has the original manufacturer's label and signature of the master. The vintage sculpture ...

Murano Glass Swan Sculpture, Italy, 1970s A graceful Murano glass swan sculpture in rich rose-pink glass encased in clear crystal. The form is fluid and elongated, the head arched e...

This refined marble sculpture by Italian artist Aldo Dazzi embodies the harmonious balance between geometry and organic form characteristic of Carrara’s modern sculptural tradition. Carved from a single block of white Carrara marble, the sphere reveals subtle circular incisions that rhythmically encircle its surface, evoking both planetary movement and the timeless perfection of classical form. The hollow center introduces an intriguing spatial tension — an inward gesture that contrasts with the flawless outer curvature. Dazzi’s craftsmanship demonstrates his deep connection to the marble of his native Carrara, blending the precision of traditional stonework with the abstraction typical of Italian sculpture from the 1960s and 1970s. The smooth polish accentuates the translucency of the marble, allowing light to animate the piece and emphasize its sculptural purity. Presented on a Belge Noir marble base, Sfera stands as a serene, contemplative object — a synthesis of material mastery and poetic minimalism. Aldo Dazzi (1920 – c. 1988) Italian sculptor and graphic artist Aldo Dazzi was an Italian sculptor and visual artist, born in Codena, a district of Carrara (Tuscany, Italy), on January 1, 1920. He trained and worked in the historic marble-working tradition of Carrara, a region famous for its quarries and its long line of sculptors. Dazzi’s artistic career developed during the mid-20th century, reaching maturity in the 1970s, when he produced a number of sculptures and graphic works that reflect a modern interpretation of classical marble forms. His style combined the disciplined craftsmanship of Carrara’s marble masters with a more contemporary sensibility, often emphasizing clean lines and organic volumes. Dazzi was part of the post-war Italian sculptural scene, active in local exhibitions and circles that connected traditional marble artisans with the evolving language of modern art. Some of his pieces—such as Sfera (1978)—show his interest in geometric abstraction and the expressive qualities of natural stone. Aldo Dazzi’s works occasionally appear in Italian art sales and collections, including limited-edition serigraphs and small marble sculptures.

Ceramic Indian motif white elephant by Bruno Gambone (circa 1970s). This is an absolutely charming ceramic white elephant with an Indian-style blanket and headdress, large whimsical ...

Italian Murano glass sculpture vase designed by Carlo Nason for Mazzega glassworks, in clear glass with coral-colored central band, manufacturer's adhesive label Italy 1970s

White ceramic box animal sculpture in the shape of a monkey by Vivai del Sud. Made in Italy in the 1970s. The original label is still attached on ...

Mid-Century Modern Ceramic by Alessio Tasca, Italy, 1970s

Elegant Greek-inspired torso sculpture carved from white Italian marble during the 1970s. Drawing inspiration from the celebrated fragmentary sculptures of Classical Antiquity, this ...