Ceramics Boar by the Italian Sardinian Claudio Pulli, 1970s
By Claudio Pulli
Located in Rome, IT
This splendid ceramics boar was made by the Sardinian master ceramist Claudio Pulli. Claudio Pulli's works have a particular ceramic casting process and are unique in the world.
Ceramic
Midcentury Claudio Pulli Polychrome Enameled Ceramic Italian Vase, 1970s
By Claudio Pulli
Located in Roma, IT
Stunning polychrome enameled ceramic vase designed and signed on the bottom by Claudio Pulli, one of the greated Sardinian artists of the 20th century.
Ceramic
Midcentury Ceramic Vase by Sardinian Artist Claudio Pulli, Italy, 1970s
By Claudio Pulli
Located in Rome, IT
"Claudio Pulli" Original signature is visible on the botton, as shown in the pictures.
Ceramic
Mid-Century Signed Claudio Pulli Polychrome Ceramic Italian Vase, 1970s
By Claudio Pulli
Located in Roma, IT
Stunning polychrome enameled ceramic vase designed and signed by Claudio Pulli, one of the greatest Sardinian ceramicists of the 20th century.
Ceramic
Sardinian polychrome ceramics by Claudio Pulli for Isola. Italy 1970s
By Claudio Pulli
Located in Roma, IT
Sardinian polychrome ceramics by Claudio Pulli for Isola. CLAUDIO PULLI one of the greatest Sardinian artists, Ciotola realized for I.S.O.L.A.
Ceramic
$1,372Sale Price|20% Off
Ceramic Wall Mirror by Claudio Pulli, Italy, 1960s, 34-Inch Diameter
By Claudio Pulli
Located in Paris, FR
Ceramic mirror by Claudio Pulli, Italy, 1960s.
Ceramic
Decorative Round Wall Dish Plate in Ceramic by Claudio Pulli, Italy 1970s
By Claudio Pulli
Located in Rome, IT
This splendid round wall plate whit decorations fish was made by the Sardinian master ceramist Claudio Pulli. Made in Italy in the 1970s. Claudio Pulli's works have a particular ce...
Ceramic
Claudio Pulli ceramic vase, 1970
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Claudio Pulli ceramic vase, 1970. Signature on the bottom.
Ceramic
$2,550
Italian Ceramic Mirror
By Claudio Pulli, Bitossi, La Farnesiana, Aldo Londi
Located in Houston, TX
Italian Ceramic Mirror. Offered is a beautifully detailed Italian Hollywood Regency mirror from the 1960's. This shapely Italian mirror in a lovely shade of blue features three Asia...
Ceramic
Pair of Sconces Ceramic Enameled Sculpture. Italy, 1960s
Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR
In the mood of 1950s Pompeo Pianezzola, Claudio Pulli, Roger Capron, Borderie, Les Frères Cloutier, Mado Jolain, Les 2 Potiers, Georges Jouves, Ruelland, Les Argonautes.
Lava, Enamel
Midcentury Claudio Pulli Polychromed Enameled Ceramic Italian Vase, 1970s
By Claudio Pulli
Located in Roma, IT
This polychrome ceramic vase is a marvelous production by Claudio Pulli, one of the greatest Sardinian artists of the 20th century.
Ceramic
Ceramic Enameled Sculpture Mirror. Italy, 1960s
Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR
ceramic terracotta lava stone enameled sculpture wall mirror. In the mood of Claudio Pulli, Roger Capron, Borderie, Les Frères Cloutier, Mado Jolain, Les 2 Potiers, Georges Jouves, R...
Lava, Enamel
Ceramic Enameled Sculpture Mirror by Giorgio Manni. Italy, 1960s
Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR
Famous italian french design ceramist like Claudio Pulli, Roger Capron, Borderie, Les Frères Cloutier, Mado Jolain, Les 2 Potiers, Georges Jouves, Ruelland, Les Argonautes.
Lava, Enamel
Ceramic Enameled Sculpture Mirror by Leandro Sciutto Italy, 1940s
Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR
Famous italian french design ceramist like Claudio Pulli, Roger Capron, Borderie, Les Frères Cloutier, Mado Jolain, Les 2 Potiers, Georges Jouves, Ruelland, Les Argonautes.
Lava, Enamel
Sold
H 24.41 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in
Mid-Century Pair of Lamps White Ceramic Enameled Feather. Italy, 1970s
Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR
In the mood of 1950s Pompeo Pianezzola, Claudio Pulli, Roger Capron, Borderie, Les Frères Cloutier, Mado Jolain, Les 2 Potiers, Georges Jouves, Ruelland, Les Argonautes.
Enamel
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H 29.14 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in
Mid-Century Pair of Ceramic Lamps Mondrian by Bitossi. Italy, 1990s
By Bitossi
Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR
In the mood of 1950s Pompeo Pianezzola, Claudio Pulli, Roger Capron, Borderie, Les Frères Cloutier, Mado Jolain, Les 2 Potiers, Georges Jouves, Ruelland, Les Argonautes, Mithe Espelt.
Enamel, Brass
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H 27.56 in W 17.72 in D 17.72 in
Mid-Century Pair of Ceramic Lamps Blue Rimini by Bitossi. Italy, 1990s
By Bitossi
Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR
In the mood of 1950s Pompeo Pianezzola, Claudio Pulli, Roger Capron, Borderie, Les Frères Cloutier, Mado Jolain, Les 2 Potiers, Georges Jouves, Ruelland, Les Argonautes, Mithe Espelt.
Brass, Enamel
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H 29.14 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in
Mid-Century Pair of Ceramic Lamps Mondrian by Bitossi. Italy, 1990s
By Bitossi
Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR
In the mood of 1950s Pompeo Pianezzola, Claudio Pulli, Roger Capron, Borderie, Les Frères Cloutier, Mado Jolain, Les 2 Potiers, Georges Jouves, Ruelland, Les Argonautes, Mithe Espelt...
Brass, Enamel
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H 23.63 in W 11.82 in D 11.82 in
Mid-Century Pair of Ceramic Lamps Blue Rimini by Bitossi. Italy, 1970s
By Bitossi, Aldo Londi
Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR
In the mood of 1950s Pompeo Pianezzola, Claudio Pulli, Roger Capron, Borderie, Les Frères Cloutier, Mado Jolain, Les 2 Potiers, Georges Jouves, Ruelland, Les Argonautes, Mithe Espelt.
Enamel
Ceramic Vase Sardinian Polychrome Ceramics by Claudio Pulli, Italy, 1970s
By Claudio Pulli
Located in Roma, IT
Sardinian polychrome ceramics by Claudio Pulli. Claudio Pulli one of the greatest Sardinian artists, Multicolored crackle nail polish Polychrome enameled ceramic bowl and metalli...
Ceramic
Midcentury Claudio Pulli Polychromed Enameled Ceramic Italian Vase, 1970s
By Claudio Pulli
Located in Roma, IT
This polychrome ceramic vase is a marvellous production by Claudio Pulli, one of the greatest Sardinian artists of the 20th century.
Ceramic
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H 6.7 in W 6.7 in D 4.14 in
Midcentury Claudio Pulli Polychromed Enameled Ceramic Italian Boar, 1970s
By Claudio Pulli
Located in Roma, IT
This polychrome ceramic boar is a wonderful production of Claudio Pulli, one of the greatest Sardinian artists of the twentieth century.
Ceramic
Ceramic mirror attributed to Emilia Palomba
By Claudio Pulli, Bitossi, Aldo Londi, Emilia Palomba
Located in Lugo, IT
Ceramic mirror attributed to Emilia Palomba Defects If you want restoration the cost is 50 euros Thank you
Ceramic
$495
H 10.5 in W 14.5 in D 4.25 in
Mid-Century Modern Italian White Glazed Terracotta Boar Statue or Sculpture
By Raymor, Bitossi
Located in St. Louis, MO
Mid-Century Modern Italian white glazed terracotta wild boar statue in the style Aldo Londi Bitossi for Raymor. Statue is free of repairs, signed with artist initials to underside, p...
Terracotta
Large Scheurich Ceramic Vase
By Scheurich Keramik
Located in Chicago, IL
Scheurich ceramic vase One minor chip on top rim (as shown).
Ceramic
$514
H 9.85 in W 6.5 in D 5.12 in
Colorful Abstract Ceramic Pottery Vase by Karlsruher Majolika, Germany, 1950s
By Majolica Manufactory of Karlsruhe
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Pottery ceramic vase Producer: Karlsruher Majolika, Germany Decade: 1950s Original vintage 1950s pottery ceramic vase in Germany. High quality ...
Ceramic, Pottery, Stoneware
$1,776
H 11.42 in W 20.48 in D 7.88 in
19th Century French Earthenware Pig Sculpture from Bavent in Normandy
By Bavent
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
A great looking late 19th century French pig sculpture in earthenware from Bavent in Normandy. The pig of different shades of white as well as its expressive look testifies to the qu...
Earthenware
Marcello Fantoni Ceramic Vase, Glazed Stoneware, circa 1970s
By Marcello Fantoni
Located in New York, NY
Italian artist Marcello Fantoni ceramic vase is glazed stoneware made circa 1970s. This piece was acquired directly from the artist by the seller, who was a personal friend of Marcel...
Ceramic
Sculptural Mid Century Studio Pottery Vase 1960s
Located in Meer, VAN
Sculptural Mid Century Studio Pottery Vase, 1960s This is a lovely and very beautiful mid century studio pottery vase with a colorful glaze and a very distinct shape. Most probably ...
Pottery
$995
H 5.36 in W 6.23 in D 3.67 in
Mid-Century Ceramic Wild Boar Sculpture by Guido Gambone, Italy, 1950s
By Guido Gambone
Located in Stockholm, SE
Mid-Century Ceramic Wild Boar Sculpture by Guido Gambone (c. 1950s) This rare and striking ceramic sculpture of a wild boar, crafted by the renowned Italian artist Guido Gambone, da...
Ceramic
Signed Giuliano Tosi Large Colorful Murano Glass Vase
By Maestro Giuliano Tosi
Located in Chicago, IL
Large and colorful hand blown Murano glass vase by Maestro Giuliano Tosi. Vibrant colors of blue, orange, green and red that blend with and overlap one another. Raised shapes and tex...
Blown Glass
Ceramic Vase By Guerrino Tramonti, Faenza
By Guerrino Tramonti
Located in Asti, Piemonte
Ceramic vase designed and produced by Guerrino Tramonti in 1950, Faenza. Glazed ceramic. Single piece. Original signature. Biography "Master of applied arts" who was involved in t...
Ceramic
Giuseppe Locci Polycrome Craquelé Vase, Sardinian Ceramic, 1990s
Located in Milano, IT
1990s Astonishing Giuseppe Locci polycrome craquelé vase in sardinian ceramic. It's in excellent condition. This vase is signed at the bottom and is a true piece of modern art. Made ...
Ceramic
Jean Guyaux Studio Pottery Vase Belgium 1960s
Located in Meer, VAN
Jean Guyaux Studio Pottery Vase Belgium 1960s A beautiful mid century studio pottery vase by Jean Guyaux. Bouffioulx, Belgium, mid 20th century. One of the best vases we’ve seen fr...
Pottery
Ceramic Sculpture by Aldo Londi, 1950’s
By Aldo Londi
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Ceramic Sculpture by Aldo Londi, 1950’s Additional Information: Material: Ceramic Style: Mid century, Italian Produced by Bitossi in Italy Dimensions: (W x D x H): 32 x 15 x 16 cm ...
Ceramic
$537
H 6.7 in W 7.88 in D 3.94 in
Sculptural studio ceramic Art vase by Ceramist Nikos Dazelidis, Greece 1960s
Located in Linkebeek, BE
Sculptural studio ceramic Art vase by Ceramist Nikos Dazelidis, Greece 1960s Decoration - Ceramic - Vase - Mid Century Measures : 20cmx10cm H: 17cm Material : Ceramic Wear consiste...
Ceramic
$2,391Sale Price|30% Off
H 14.18 in Dm 5.91 in
Vintage Italian Ceramic Vase by Carlo Zauli (circa 1970s)
By Carlo Zauli
Located in London, GB
Italian ceramic vase by Carlo Zauli (circa 1970s). A modernist piece which has borrowed its classical shape from antiquity. Like an ancient amphora without handles, the vase has a ca...
Ceramic
$4,714
H 5.12 in W 9.26 in D 6.7 in
Bruno Gambone Rare Mid-Century Animali Fantastici Art Pottery Model of a Lion
By Bruno Gambone
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A rare and unusual abstract Italian mid-century art pottery model of a lion from the Animali Fantastici range by renowned and influential artist Bruno Gambone (Italian, 1936-2021) an...
Ceramic
Spanish Mid-Century Bronze Wild Boar Sculpture, 1950s
Located in Madrid, ES
A striking Spanish bronze sculpture from the 1950s, depicting a wild boar with remarkable realism and presence. The artist captured the animal’s strength and vitality through finely ...
Bronze
Mid-Century Modern Drip Glaze Vase by Marcello Fantoni for Raymor
By Marcello Fantoni
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fantastic coloring in the drip glaze, lively vibrant yellows and greens. Vase is terracotta and approx. 11 inches x 6.25 x 6. In excellent original condition. Beautiful addition to a...
Terracotta
$3,203
H 14.97 in W 34.26 in D 20.08 in
1960s Chrome Serving Trolley Coffee Table Smoked Glass Top & Faux Laminated Wood
By Gallotti & Radice
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Mid-Century Modern Italy chrome serving trolley or coffee table, with smoked glass top with under faux laminated wood.
Steel
$2,160 / item
H 10 in W 16 in D 16 in
Collectible Modern Fabric Sculptural Table Lamp by Mirei Monticelli, Aphrodite
By Costantini
Located in New York, NY
The Aphrodite lamp takes form from the godess Venus born of sea-spray, depicted by the revered painter Sandro Boticelli. The lampshade is made from banaca fabric, and the lamp base i...
Cement
$1,025
H 10 in W 11.75 in D 6 in
Japanese Lacquer Box with Mother-of-Pearl Inlay and Parquetry Drawers
Located in Yonkers, NY
A finely crafted Japanese tabletop cabinet from the early 20th century, this compact storage piece is richly detailed with traditional decorative techniques and export-era flourishes...
Wood
$840Sale Price|30% Off
H 37 in W 21 in D 21 in
Chinese Porcelain Celadon Glazed Vase Table Lamp by Marbro
By The Marbro Lamp Company
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Splendid Chinese porcelain celadon glazed vase mounted as a table lamp by Marbro Lamp Company. Features a 17 inch high celadon or greenware vase supported by a hardwood carved footed...
Brass
Gunnar Eklöf, Ceiling Light for Corona Belysning, Sweden, 1940s
By Gunnar Eklöf
Located in Hammarö, SE
A rare Swedish Modern ceiling light designed by Gunnar Eklöf and produced by Corona Belysning, Sweden, during the 1940s. This elegant fixture showcases the refined Scandinavian aest...
Metal
Antique French 18th C Louis XV Fruitwood Linen Press Armoire
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Antique French 18th C Louis XV Fruitwood Linen Press Armoire.
Fruitwood
Antique Japanese Meiji Period Satsuma Vase by Ryozan
Located in Newark, England
MEIJI PERIOD 1868-1912 From our Japanese collection, we are delighted to offer this Japanese Satsuma Vase by Ryozan. The vase of tapered form with tightly pinched neck and flared to...
Ceramic, Earthenware, Pottery
Art Deco Fairies "Guardsman" Table Lamp
Located in Houston, TX
Art Deco Fairies "Guardsman" Table Lamp. Cool, industrial step-up design. A Machine-Age design, very indicative of the Art-Deco era. Wear consistent with age and use. 15 x 15 x 20h ...
Metal, Aluminum
$13,300
H 41.5 in W 62 in D 18.5 in
Swedish 3-Door Elm Cabinet with Nordens Flora Illustrations, 1950's
By Josef Frank
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A Swedish 3-door sideboard or cabinet in elm, circa 1950's. The cabinet has three doors that conceal 2 compartments. The smaller compartment contains a fixed shelf and three pull out...
Elm, Paper
$2,139
H 64.97 in Dm 17.72 in
Willy Rizzo Floor Lamp in Chrome and Tortoiseshell Effect Lucite, Italy 1970s
By Willy Rizzo
Located in Roma, IT
Spectacular Italian floor lamp in chrome-plated metal topped by a striking tortoiseshell effect lucite dome shade. This incredibly stylish and unique was designed in Italy during the...
Metal, Chrome
Art Pottery, Studio Ceramic /Weed Pot, Feelie by Brenda Williams
By Brenda Williams
Located in Buffalo, NY
Art Pottery, Studio ceramic /weed pot, feelie by Brenda Williams. Northern California artist. Stunning form, wonderful glaze. Last photo additional examples for sale, check other lis...
Ceramic
$1,601
H 21.66 in W 18.12 in D 13.98 in
Midcentury Pair of Side Tables with Two-Tier in Rattan and Bamboo, Italy 1970s
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury amazing pair of side tables or bedside tables with two-tier in bamboo and rattan. Made in Italy in the 1970s.
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan
Monumental Art Deco Cathedral Form Secretary Desk
Located in Dekalb, IL
Monumental Gothic Art Deco skyscraper-form secretary cabinet executed in stained oak, strongly reminiscent of the Kansas City Power & Light Building and related American "cathedrals ...
Brass
$3,191
H 1.38 in Dm 31.3 in
Midcentury Rattan and Bamboo Round Wall Mirror by Vivai Del Sud, Italy 1970s
By Vivai del Sud
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury wonderful round wall mirror in bamboo and rattan by Vivai Del Sud. Made in Italy in the 1970s. The original label is still attached as shown in the pictures. Vivai del...
Bamboo, Rattan, Mirror
$1,601
H 23.04 in W 18.71 in D 13.98 in
Midcentury Pair of Side Tables in Rattan, Bamboo and Glass, Italy 1960s
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury amazing pair of side tables or bedside tables with two-tier in bamboo, rattan and glass top. Made in Italy in the 1960s.
Bamboo, Wicker, Cane, Rattan, Glass
Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.
ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
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The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.
Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively.
Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer.
Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.
The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by celebrated manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.
As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.
Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.
Generations turn over, and mid-century modern remains arguably the most popular style going. As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.
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