Sculpture Bird, multicolor ceramics, by F. Ferroni, Italy, 1970s.
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This Italian ceramic sculpture from the 1970s, signed by F. Ferroni, is a representative example of modernist, mid-century design. Crafted from ceramics, it depicts a stylized bird with outstretched wings, rendered in a dynamic, abstract form. The warm, off-white base is freely overlaid with glazes in red, blue, yellow, and brown, creating organic, irregular lines that emphasize the sense of movement. The glossy, smooth surface is marked by hand-crafted irregularities, and the proportions are horizontally elongated: 29 cm wide, 14 cm high, and 16 cm deep. The piece remains in original condition, with minor scratches and age-appropriate signs of use typical for its era.This sculpture conveys the spirit of Italian design from the 1970s—a period when abstraction and expressive form merged with a search for emotion in everyday objects. The painterly glazing, flowing over the bird's wings, evokes a sense of energy and momentum, as if capturing the instant of taking flight. The object seems to narrate the story of an era that valued craftsmanship and authenticity, yet pursued visual expression beyond realism.The Ferroni sculpture can be displayed on a low wooden or marble console, where its glossy surface will catch natural light and accentuate the painterly color transitions. It would work well in interiors inspired by mid-century modern aesthetics, but could also be paired with a raw concrete wall or a minimalist shelf to highlight its sculptural quality. It can be combined with other organically shaped objects—such as ceramic vases or a 1970s lamp—to create a coherent, collector’s arrangement.
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Height14 cm
Width16 cm
Length29 cm
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Length29 cm
Height14 cm
Width16 cm
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