This small ceramic vase from Italy, dating to the 1960s, exemplifies the spirit of Italian mid-century design. Its bold, rectangular form features clean, straight sides and a subtly undulating wave-like opening at the top, reflecting both the mid-century modern and minimalist influences of its time. The surface is finished with a high-gloss glaze in a vivid, saturated red with orange undertones, creating a mirror-like sheen and a marbled or speckled pattern visible in the light. Crafted from precisely shaped ceramic, the vase has sharp, defined edges and a flat, stable base, testifying to the skill of Italian workshops in the mid-20th century. The piece is preserved in very good condition, with only minimal signs of use typical for its era. This compact object embodies the optimism of 1960s Italy: bold color, assertive lines, and a simplicity that speaks of an era devoted to expression and everyday joy. The marbled glaze recalls the play of light on water, while the red hue channels the vibrant energy of the Mediterranean. The vase appears to whisper stories of bright, open interiors, where every detail mattered and even the smallest object could deliver visual rhythm and lasting vitality. The vase may be placed on a low teak coffee table or displayed on a shelf among other 1960s items to highlight its geometric quality. It would work well as a striking accent in a minimalist interior with light walls and clean forms, or in a more eclectic arrangement, paired with ceramics of contrasting colors for a dynamic composition. It may be styled with a single stem or left empty, allowing the pure form and depth of the glaze to take center stage. Dimensions: 10 × 7 × 7 cm. The listed price refers to one piece.
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Height7 cm
Width7 cm
Length10 cm
Dimension details
Length10 cm
Height7 cm
Width7 cm
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