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Candlestick Rimini Blue 735 - Ceramic - Bitossi - Aldo Londi
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Private sellerBruxelles, BelgiumOn Whoppah since April 2024 • 107 sales
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This beautiful ceramic candle holder in the shape of a bowl is a classic example of the Rimini Blu collection designed by Aldo Londi for Bitossi Ceramiche, Italy, likely produced in the 1960s.
The bowl features Londi’s signature rich blue and turquoise glaze, with hand-carved geometric patterns in relief—a mix of starburst motifs, dotted borders, and vertical hatching. The detailed texture and layered color effect are the result of expert craftsmanship and hand-finishing, making each piece unique.
A striking decorative object, it combines mid-century modern aesthetics with traditional Italian ceramic artistry—perfect for collectors or as a statement piece in any interior.
Aldo Londi & Bitossi Rimini Blu – A Colorful Legacy in Ceramics
Aldo Londi (1911–2003) was a visionary Italian ceramist whose work helped shape the landscape of 20th-century ceramics. Born in Montelupo Fiorentino, Italy, Londi’s journey in ceramics began early—by the age of 11, he was already apprenticing at a local ceramic factory. His creative path was interrupted by World War II, during which he spent five years as a prisoner of war in South Africa. Remarkably, this time deepened his artistic abilities through painting and sculpture.
After the war, Londi returned to Italy and became the artistic director of Bitossi Ceramiche in 1946. Over three decades, he transformed the company’s identity, blending traditional craftsmanship with modern, experimental design. His style drew on historical motifs and rustic art, but always with a fresh, contemporary twist.
Londi’s most iconic creation is the “Rimini Blu” collection, introduced in 1959. These striking pieces are immediately recognizable for their vibrant turquoise-blue glaze and intricate, abstract geometric patterns. The textures and minute carvings on each piece create a tactile, light-catching surface that evokes the shimmering sea. The collection was named after the seaside town of Rimini, reflecting a mid-century Italian lifestyle admired around the world.
Today, Rimini Blu is celebrated globally and remains in production, a testament to Londi’s timeless design and artistic innovation. His legacy lives on in homes, galleries, and collections, forever capturing the spirit of Italian creativity in rich, ceramic blue.
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CategoryCandle holdersConditionVery goodColorsBlue, TurquoiseMaterialCeramicNumber of items1Height7 cmWidth13 cmDepth13 cmSeller locationBruxelles, BelgiumDelivery optionsDelivery or pickup
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Private sellerBruxelles, BelgiumOn Whoppah since April 2024 • 107 sales