Description:

Marcello Fantoni, unique bowl.
Low, circular ceramic bowl with an abstract relief composition in deep blue, green, and red tones set against a light ground. The design reflects a strong modernist aesthetic with defined contours and painterly glaze work. Signed on the base “Fantoni, Italy”.

Origin: Italy.
Designer: Marcello Fantoni.
Material: Ceramic.
Dimensions: H. 5 cm, D. 16 cm.
Period: 1960s.
Condition: Very good condition with minor signs of wear.

Bio:
Marcello Fantoni (1915–2011) was one of Italy’s most influential ceramic artists of the 20th century, particularly renowned for his unique studio works and architectural wall pieces. His works from the 1950s and 60s are characterised by bold modernist forms, rich colour palettes, and innovative glaze techniques, and are today held in numerous international museum collections.