Sculpture, Uccello MCM H 40 cm - 40 cm - Ceramic
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A ceramic mid-century modern sculpture titled Uccello MCM H 40 cm, made in Italy, measuring 40 cm high, 27 cm wide, and 9 cm deep, with a brown glaze and unsigned in good condition.
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Splendid ceramic design object, characterized by an elegant, sinuous line and distinctly inspired by Mid-Century Modern. Its abstract form, which evokes a stylized bird, makes it a decorative piece with a strong visual impact. The finish is a refined gradient glaze in shades of brown, bronze, and earth, that adds depth and a warm touch to the room.
Style: Modernariato / Vintage / Mid-Century Modern. The Mid-Century Modern style is defined precisely by the use of fluid, curved, and simplified shapes inspired by nature. This piece does not try to realistically reproduce a bird, but synthesizes its essence (the elongated neck, the head, the tapered form) through clean, sculptural lines.
The absence of superfluous decorative details (eyes, feathers or added textures) shifts all attention to the silhouette and the piece's dynamic profile, typical of the era's aesthetics.
The coloring, fading from dark brown to warmer amber tones, is a hallmark of mid-20th-century artistic ceramics. Often these glazes displayed slight variations or effects such as "drip glaze" or "speckled glaze" depending on the technique, precisely to confer depth to the piece.
Height: 40 cm (substantial size, ideal as a central element on a sideboard, a table, or a shelf).
Condition: Excellent aesthetic condition, as shown in the photos. The base bears the typical resting marks, confirming the object's authenticity.
A perfect decor accessory for those who love vintage design and want to give character and personality to a modern or eclectic living space.
I do not ship to the USA
Splendid ceramic design object, characterized by an elegant, sinuous line and distinctly inspired by Mid-Century Modern. Its abstract form, which evokes a stylized bird, makes it a decorative piece with a strong visual impact. The finish is a refined gradient glaze in shades of brown, bronze, and earth, that adds depth and a warm touch to the room.
Style: Modernariato / Vintage / Mid-Century Modern. The Mid-Century Modern style is defined precisely by the use of fluid, curved, and simplified shapes inspired by nature. This piece does not try to realistically reproduce a bird, but synthesizes its essence (the elongated neck, the head, the tapered form) through clean, sculptural lines.
The absence of superfluous decorative details (eyes, feathers or added textures) shifts all attention to the silhouette and the piece's dynamic profile, typical of the era's aesthetics.
The coloring, fading from dark brown to warmer amber tones, is a hallmark of mid-20th-century artistic ceramics. Often these glazes displayed slight variations or effects such as "drip glaze" or "speckled glaze" depending on the technique, precisely to confer depth to the piece.
Height: 40 cm (substantial size, ideal as a central element on a sideboard, a table, or a shelf).
Condition: Excellent aesthetic condition, as shown in the photos. The base bears the typical resting marks, confirming the object's authenticity.
A perfect decor accessory for those who love vintage design and want to give character and personality to a modern or eclectic living space.
I do not ship to the USA
Details
Era
1900-2000
Country of origin
Italy
Style
Mid-century modern
Material
Ceramic
Title of artwork
Uccello MCM H 40 cm
Signature
Not signed
Colour
Brown
Condition
Good condition
Height
40 cm
Width
27 cm
Depth
9 cm
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