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Carlo Alberto Rossi 'Bucchero' Female Head Ceramic Pencil Holder

$875
£659.75
€760.27
CA$1,213.86
A$1,360.13
CHF 708
MX$16,639.04
NOK 8,986.71
SEK 8,487.84
DKK 5,675.60
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Carlo Alberto Rossi 'Bucchero' pottery sculpture / pencil holder attributed to Giò Ponti. Mid-20th century, Italy. Manufactured by Carlo Alberto Rossi after a design attributed to Giò Ponti. Very stylistic and elegant. Can be used as a decorative object, or as a handy pencil holder on your desk. The ceramic gets its characteristic black color through a special process in which the oxygen is removed from the red clay. So no paint or varnish is used. This is a technique that dates back to the Etruscans. Many works by Carlo Alberto Rossi and his brother – with whom he collaborated – have the characteristic black color. The Rossi brothers collaborated with the famous architect and designer Gio Ponti. Several of his designs – including this head – were executed in the Rossi’s studio. The collaboration was a great success. Some of the works were also shown at the IX Triennale of Milan in 1951. Please note we have a selection of 'Bucchero' heads by C. A. Rossi available.
  • Attributed to:
    Gio Ponti (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 3.15 in (8 cm)Width: 2.37 in (6 cm)Depth: 2.37 in (6 cm)
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1960
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. There is a little chip only visible on the inside. If you like it to be restored, please let us know.
  • Seller Location:
    Meer, BE
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU9952244806902

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