This ceramic centerpiece by Italica Ars was produced in Italy during the 1960s. The bowl, measuring 18 × 16 cm with a height of 5 cm, is crafted from glazed clay with a warm, medium-brown hue enriched by a subtle reddish undertone, echoing classic mid-century modern palettes. Its surface is meticulously textured to imitate woven wicker, featuring alternating vertical and horizontal stripes as well as sections of crosshatch motifs, lending a hand-crafted aesthetic. The rim is sculpted to resemble stacked bamboo canes with gentle 'knot' details recurring along the edge, enhancing the organic, rustic quality. The corners are softly rounded, while the edges curve upward to create a welcoming, tactile silhouette. The high-gloss glaze provides a smooth, reflective finish that amplifies the realism of the faux-wicker effect. The piece bears the Italica Ars signature. It is preserved in very good condition, with minor pinpoint glaze losses visible only on close inspection. The form of this bowl embodies a silent narrative of 1960s Italian decorative arts, where artisanal tradition intersected with modernist exploration of texture and form. Its surface evokes the delicate braiding of a summer basket, as though capturing in glazed clay a fleeting moment beneath a Mediterranean sky. Subtle bamboo ring imitations lend the piece a narrative rooted in nature—each line and glossy reflection suggesting a slow appreciation of everyday beauty so typical of southern European modernism. This piece may be showcased on a sideboard or modernist table as a decorative centerpiece or fruit bowl, imparting an artisanal richness to its surroundings. It works seamlessly with warm-toned woods or minimalist white interiors. It might be paired with ceramics in earthy tones or amber-hued glass, or included in an eclectic mid-century vintage collection for a refined, curated setting.
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Height5 cm
Depth16 cm
Width18 cm
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Width18 cm
Height5 cm
Depth16 cm
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