Gio Ponti for Richard Ginori San Christoforo, stunning maiolica, 'Il Pifferaio' (The Piper), precursor to the 'stanchi' (tired subjects) series
One of a kind!
Painted and made by hand in the 1930s by Gio Ponti during his collaboration with Italian ceramics company Richard-Ginori San Cristoforo Milano (1923-30) The characteristic 'Il Pifferaio' tile with its reflective, stylised shapes already reflected Gio Ponti's interest in neoclassicism. Rare, rich with colour Item sold at auction for double the value I requested!
- Object
- Tile
- Material
- Ceramic
- Designer/ Artist
- Gio Ponti
- Manufacturer/ Brand
- Richard Ginori San Cristoforo Milano
- Model/ Name
- il Pifferaio
- Estimated Period
- 1920-1949
- Country of Origin
- Italy
- Condition
- Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes