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Bertoncello by Roberto Rigon Large Modernist Ceramic Vase or Centerpiece, 1960s
$884.48
£662.06
€750
CA$1,217.30
A$1,356.81
CHF 711.87
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NOK 9,013.81
SEK 8,519.42
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Bertoncello by Roberto Rigon Large Modernist Ceramic Vase or Centerpiece
A striking and rare Modernist ceramic piece by Roberto Rigon for Bertoncello. This sculptural work is composed of two intersecting circular forms—one larger than the other—joined by an elegant, ergonomic connector. The bold design evokes a Space Age aesthetic, reminiscent of a futuristic device or spacecraft.
Executed in Bertoncello’s distinctive lighter “Havanna Glazing,” the surface has a refined, matte texture with subtle tonal depth. A substantial piece with strong presence, it makes a stunning centerpiece or standalone sculptural object.
Condition: Excellent, pristine.
Dimensions: 25 cm H x 26 cm W x 12.5 cm D (approx. 9.8" H x 10.2" W x 4.9" D)
Bertoncello Ceramiche was founded in Schiavon, Vicenza, Italy c1956.
For many years it was run solely by a Mr. Lini and Giovanni Bertoncello (1930-2011), but by the 1970s had a staff of around 30.
Giovanni was the creative force behind the forms and glazes, supported later by a Mr. Boatto – a Venetian teacher.
Sadly not a lot is known about the company because all its catalogues and archives were destroyed when the company closed in 1999. Fortunately due to its popularity and volume made, it is still relatively easy to get hold of.
The forms of Bertoncello pottery are often very sculptural and geometric and look like smaller studies or maquettes for massive modernist sculptures that are yet to be built. This sculptural appearance of many pieces was enhanced by the use of feet which subtly raise the piece off the surface on which it sits.
Other types of pottery such as homewares, figurines and novelty items were made, often in bright colours such as red or orange – but it is the sculptural modernist looking vase forms which Bertoncello has become best known for.
Several of the forms are made from joined parts which were created in 2 part moulds.
The glaze most commonly seen on these sculptural vases is a mottled tan colour, much like the glaze on some of the early West German designs by Scheurich, and Dutch maker Vest Keramiek.
It was produced in 2 colours – the “Tabacco”, and a lighter version called “Havanna” – a lighter, creamier colour with similar texture.
- Creator:Roberto Rigon (Designer),Bertoncello (Workshop/Studio)
- Dimensions:Height: 9.85 in (25 cm)Width: 10.24 in (26 cm)Depth: 4.93 in (12.5 cm)
- Style:Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:ci. 1960s
- Condition:In pristine condition.
- Seller Location:Valencia, ES
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU9319244497842
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