Aldo Londi Decorative Bowls

Italian, 1911-2003

Master Italian ceramist Aldo Londi created a range of decorative objects in the latter half of the 20th century for the manufacturer Bitossi. In addition to the small-scale animal sculptures for which he is best known, Londi designed a variety of ceramics for the famed company that includes vases, bowls and desk accessories. Collectors know that vintage Aldo Londi pottery is marked by deep attention to detail and an integration of rich, alluring hues typically associated with the Mediterranean.

Londi was born in Montelupo Fiorentino, just outside of Florence, an area that has been known for its pottery since the Renaissance. Londi showed an early interest in the craft, apprenticing at the Fratelli Fanciullacci ceramic workshop when he was only 11 years old. He worked at the company until he left to fight in World War II. After returning to Montelupo Fiorentino in 1946, Londi became the creative director at Bitossi — a position he held for more than 50 years.

Londi's fresh and unique style breathed new life into Bitossi. He prioritized the production of high-quality and handmade decorative objects and created many of Bitossi's pottery lines himself. The most famous of Londi's Bitossi collections is the Rimini Blu line of animals and vases, which debuted in 1955. The collection is characterized by geometric and whimsical patterns and is recognizable for its marvelous blue color.

Londi's fame and popularity extended outside of Italy with the help of Raymor. The American import and distribution company introduced many esteemed Italian manufacturers such as Bitossi to boutiques and department stores in the United States. After Raymor founder Irving Richards hired Ettore Sottsass to design ceramics, Richards connected his new recruit to Londi. Decades before he founded a legendary postmodern design collective in Milan called the Memphis Group, Sottsass used the Bitossi kilns to create timeless works that manifest both primitive forms and modern geometries.

In 2021, Bitossi opened the Bitossi Archive Museum at its Montelupo Fiorentino headquarters. Many of the works designed by the company's most esteemed contributor and artistic director, Aldo Londi, are proudly displayed.

On 1stDibs, find vintage Aldo Londi serveware, lighting, decorative objects and more.

Creator: Aldo Londi

Large Aldo Londi Bitossi Rimini Blue Glazed Ceramic Centerpiece Bowl, 1950s

$1,295Sale Price|20% Off

Large Aldo Londi Bitossi Rimini Blue Glazed Ceramic Centerpiece Bowl, 1950s

By Bitossi, Aldo Londi

Located in Barcelona, ES

Italian midcentury Aldo Londi Bitossi Rimini blue ceramic centerpiece bowl, Italy, 1950-1960s. Unusual large scale 14,17 in diameter Mid-Century Modern blue glazed ceramic (Rimini Bl...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Aldo Londi Decorative Bowls

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Pottery, Terracotta, Ceramic

Aldo Londi Bitossi Rimini Blu Ceramic Round Bowl, 1950s

$899

Aldo Londi Bitossi Rimini Blu Ceramic Round Bowl, 1950s

By Aldo Londi, Bitossi

Located in Barcelona, ES

Rimini Blue Bitossi Aldo Londi Bowl, Glazed Ceramic Italian midcentury Aldo Londi Bitossi Rimini blue glazed ceramic circular bowl. Italy, 1950-19...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Aldo Londi Decorative Bowls

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Pottery, Terracotta, Ceramic

Aldo Londi Bitossi Mid-Century Modern Signed Oxblood Glazed Italian Pottery Bowl

$1,495

Aldo Londi Bitossi Mid-Century Modern Signed Oxblood Glazed Italian Pottery Bowl

By Aldo Londi

Located in Studio City, CA

A beautiful, quite substantial and heavy, Italian pottery bowl featuring a sumptuous oxblood lava glaze that absolutely radiates in the light. We believe this work is likely an Aldo...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Aldo Londi Decorative Bowls

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Pottery, Stoneware

Large Mid-Century Italian Rimini Blu Pottery Bowl by Aldo Londi

$1,700

Large Mid-Century Italian Rimini Blu Pottery Bowl by Aldo Londi

By Aldo Londi

Located in Hamburg, DE

Large Rimini Blu Bowl. Very Rare in this size with a diameter of 35.5 cm. This piece has an attribution mark. Additional information: Materials: Ceramic Color: Blue Styles: Mid-Cent...

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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Aldo Londi Decorative Bowls

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Ceramic

Aldo Londi for Bitossi Rimini Blu Leaf Shaped Glazed Ceramic Bowl / Ashtray

$870

Aldo Londi for Bitossi Rimini Blu Leaf Shaped Glazed Ceramic Bowl / Ashtray

By Bitossi, Aldo Londi

Located in Barcelona, ES

Unusual leaf design midcentury blue glazed (Rimini Blu) ceramic bowl / vide-poche / ashtray. Italy, 1950-1960s. Designed by Aldo Londi and manufactured by Bitossi. Handcrafted in It...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Aldo Londi Decorative Bowls

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Pottery, Terracotta, Ceramic

Aldo Londi Bitossi Safety Pin Bowl, Ceramic, Blue & Gold, Italy, 1960s

$2,500

Aldo Londi Bitossi Safety Pin Bowl, Ceramic, Blue & Gold, Italy, 1960s

By Aldo Londi, Bitossi

Located in New York, NY

Aldo Londi Bitossi Safety Pin Bowl, Ceramic, Blue & Gold, Italy, 1960s. Medium scale hand thrown footed bowl glazed in "Rimini blue" and featuring Londi's Safety Pin decor on bot...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Aldo Londi Decorative Bowls

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Pottery, Ceramic

Bitossi Aldo Londi Rimini Blue Ceramic XL Round Centerpiece Bowl Ashtray

$1,154

Bitossi Aldo Londi Rimini Blue Ceramic XL Round Centerpiece Bowl Ashtray

By Aldo Londi, Bitossi

Located in Barcelona, ES

Blue glazed (Rimini Blu) ceramic large ashtray designed by Aldo Londi and manufactured by Bitossi. Italy, 1950-1960s. It was handcrafted in Italy with hand carved geometric design ...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Aldo Londi Decorative Bowls

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Pottery, Terracotta, Ceramic

Aldo Londi Bitossi Ashtray, Ceramic, Safety Pin, Blue, Gold, Signed

$1,500

Aldo Londi Bitossi Ashtray, Ceramic, Safety Pin, Blue, Gold, Signed

By Aldo Londi, Bitossi

Located in New York, NY

Aldo Londi Bitossi Ashtray, Ceramic, Safety Pin, Blue, Gold, Signed. Small to medium scale deep ashtray with three cigarette rests. Decorated with a pattern of gold glazed safety pin...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Aldo Londi Decorative Bowls

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Ceramic

Large MidCentury Rimini Blu Pottery Bowl by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, Italy, 1960s

$1,759

Large MidCentury Rimini Blu Pottery Bowl by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, Italy, 1960s

By Aldo Londi

Located in Hamburg, DE

Large Rimini Blu bowl. Very rare in this size, with a diameter of 27,5 cm. This piece has an attribution mark. Additional information: Materials: Ceramic Style: Mid-Century Modern B...

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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Aldo Londi Decorative Bowls

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Ceramic

Aldo Londi Bitossi Rimini Blu Glazed Ceramic Footed Centerpiece Bowl, 1950s

$1,566

Aldo Londi Bitossi Rimini Blu Glazed Ceramic Footed Centerpiece Bowl, 1950s

By Aldo Londi, Bitossi

Located in Barcelona, ES

Mid-Century Modern blue glazed ceramic (Rimini Blu) round footed bowl or centerpiece, Italy, 1950s-1960s. Designed by Aldo Londi and manufactured by Bitossi. Handcrafted in Italy wit...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Aldo Londi Decorative Bowls

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Pottery, Terracotta, Ceramic

Bitossi for Rosenthal Netter Ceramic Box, Bowls Vide Poche, 3 pc, circa 1960

$2,400 / set

Bitossi for Rosenthal Netter Ceramic Box, Bowls Vide Poche, 3 pc, circa 1960

By Bitossi, Rosenthal Netter, Aldo Londi

Located in Atlanta, GA

This is an exceptional Mid-Century Modern Aldo Londi for Bitossi ceramic set of three pieces, with a box, and two vide poche or catchalls. The pieces were meticulously crafted in Ita...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Aldo Londi Decorative Bowls

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Ceramic

Italian Ceramic Bowl by Aldo Londi for Bitossi

$900

Italian Ceramic Bowl by Aldo Londi for Bitossi

By Bitossi, Aldo Londi

Located in Palm Springs, CA

1970’s Italian large ceramic “ Rimini Blue” bowl designed by Aldo Londi for Bitossi. Large statement bowl that can be placed as a catch all oar for fruit. It’s marked made in Italy ...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Aldo Londi Decorative Bowls

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Ceramic

Aldo Londi for Bitossi Majolica Broken Gold Bowl or Ashtray, Italy

$370

Aldo Londi for Bitossi Majolica Broken Gold Bowl or Ashtray, Italy

By Bitossi, Alvino Bagni, Aldo Londi

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Unusual triangular bowl or ashtray features Oro Rotto, or Broken Gold, glaze on black background with grey glaze accents. The Broken Gold glaze was designed to look like gilded 18th...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Aldo Londi Decorative Bowls

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Gold

Italian Bitossi "Moroccan Hearts" Pottery Bowl Dish Keep All Design Aldo Londi

$417

Italian Bitossi "Moroccan Hearts" Pottery Bowl Dish Keep All Design Aldo Londi

By Aldo Londi, Bitossi

Located in Bad Säckingen, DE

Striking Italian pottery bowl designed by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, dating to the 1960s. This decorative piece belongs to the sought-after "Moroccan Hearts" series, showcasing Londi’s ...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Aldo Londi Decorative Bowls

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Ceramic

Vintage Aldo Londi Bitossi Ceramic Ashtray, Lighter and Cigarette Holder Italy

$620Sale Price / set|20% Off

Vintage Aldo Londi Bitossi Ceramic Ashtray, Lighter and Cigarette Holder Italy

By Aldo Londi, Bitossi, Rosenthal

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful trio set by Bitossi. This ceramic set is glamorous, chic and so mid-century. The trio includes a beautiful ashtray, a tall table lighter and a cigarette holder. Together th...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Aldo Londi Decorative Bowls

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Ceramic

Large 1960s Midcentury Bitossi Aldo Londi Rimini Blu Pottery Ceramic Bowl Italy

$434

Large 1960s Midcentury Bitossi Aldo Londi Rimini Blu Pottery Ceramic Bowl Italy

By Aldo Londi, Bitossi

Located in Sherborne, Dorset

This 1960s Rimini Blu pottery centrepiece was designed by ceramist Aldo Londi for Bitossi Ceramiche in a very rare size with a diameter of 28cm! The beautifully hand decorated geomet...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Aldo Londi Decorative Bowls

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Pottery

1960s Figural Zebra Bowl Animal Art Pottery by Aldo Londi Bitossi Italy

$200

1960s Figural Zebra Bowl Animal Art Pottery by Aldo Londi Bitossi Italy

By Aldo Londi

Located in Chula Vista, CA

For your consideration, a mid-century modern figural zebra bowl animal art pottery by Aldo Londi, Bitossi Italy circa the 1960s.Maker stamped. Dimensions: 6.75" D x 3.88" Wx 5.75" ...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Aldo Londi Decorative Bowls

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Pottery

Mid-Century Italian Ashtray or Catchall Dish by Aldo Londi for Bitossi c.1950

$235

Mid-Century Italian Ashtray or Catchall Dish by Aldo Londi for Bitossi c.1950

By Aldo Londi, Bitossi

Located in San Francisco, CA

ABOUT An original Aldo Lodi for Bitossi glazed ceramic ashtray or catchall dish. Imprinted with "B" indicating an earlier example. CREATOR Aldo Lodi for Bitossi, Italy. D...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Aldo Londi Decorative Bowls

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Ceramic

Large Mid-Century Modern Rimini Blu Pottery Bowl Aldo Londi Bitossi Italy 1960s

$1,392

Large Mid-Century Modern Rimini Blu Pottery Bowl Aldo Londi Bitossi Italy 1960s

By Bitossi, Aldo Londi

Located in Hamburg, DE

Large Mid-Century Modern Rimini Blu Pottery Bowl by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, Italy, 1960s

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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Aldo Londi Decorative Bowls

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Ceramic

Mid-Century Modern Pesce Fish Pottery Bowl, Aldo Londi, Bitossi, Italy, 1960s

$2,901

Mid-Century Modern Pesce Fish Pottery Bowl, Aldo Londi, Bitossi, Italy, 1960s

By Aldo Londi, Bitossi

Located in Hamburg, DE

Mid-Century Modern Pesce Fish Pottery Bowl by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, Italy, 1960s

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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Aldo Londi Decorative Bowls

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Pottery

Vintage Petite Ceramic Compote Bowl by Aldo Londi for Bitossi

$950

Vintage Petite Ceramic Compote Bowl by Aldo Londi for Bitossi

By Aldo Londi, Bitossi

Located in Chicago, IL

Attractive vintage ceramic compote by Aldo Londi for Bitossi.

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Aldo Londi Decorative Bowls

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Ceramic

Aldo Londi Bitossi Rimini Blue Glazed Ceramic Rectangular Ashtray Bowl Videpoche

$1,131

Aldo Londi Bitossi Rimini Blue Glazed Ceramic Rectangular Ashtray Bowl Videpoche

By Aldo Londi, Bitossi

Located in Barcelona, ES

Italian handcrafted blue glazed ceramic rectangular ashtray / bowl with hand-carved geometric designs in cobalt blue and turquoise colors. The 'Rim...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Aldo Londi Decorative Bowls

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Pottery, Terracotta, Ceramic

Large Mid-Century Italian Rimini Blu Pottery Bowl by Aldo Londi for Bitossi

$1,759

Large Mid-Century Italian Rimini Blu Pottery Bowl by Aldo Londi for Bitossi

By Aldo Londi

Located in Hamburg, DE

Large Rimini Blu bowl. Very rare in this size with a diameter of 35.5 cm. Have official proof of authenticity such as vintage catalogs, designer records, or other literature sources....

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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Aldo Londi Decorative Bowls

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Ceramic

Aldo Londi Bitossi Rimini Blu Ceramic Round Bowl

$900

Aldo Londi Bitossi Rimini Blu Ceramic Round Bowl

By Aldo Londi, Bitossi

Located in North Miami, FL

Vintage Rimini Blu Bitossi Aldo Londi glazed ceramic bowl. Beautiful blue glazed (Rimini Blu) round ceramic bowl or vide-poche designed by Aldo Londi a...

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Aldo Londi Decorative Bowls

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Ceramic

Aldo Londi Bitossi Striped Mid-Century Ceramic Centerpiece Bowl, Italy, 1960s

$1,900

Aldo Londi Bitossi Striped Mid-Century Ceramic Centerpiece Bowl, Italy, 1960s

By Bitossi, Aldo Londi

Located in Vienna, AT

A beautiful round striped terracotta bowl, designed by Aldo Londi, handcrafted from ceramic by the Italian manufacturer Bitossi Ceramiche in the 1960s. The bowl features six horizont...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Aldo Londi Decorative Bowls

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Ceramic, Pottery, Terracotta

Aldo Londi Tricolore Bowl, Ceramic, Green and White Glaze, Italy, 1960s

$995

Aldo Londi Tricolore Bowl, Ceramic, Green and White Glaze, Italy, 1960s

By Aldo Londi

Located in New York, NY

Aldo Londi Tricolore Bowl, Ceramic, Green and White Glaze, Italy, 1960s. Small scale Aldo Londi "Tricolore" bowl, glazed in mint green and white over coarse raw clay. Signed "ITALY" ...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Aldo Londi Decorative Bowls

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Ceramic

Mid-Century Burnt Umber & Multicolor Blue Ceramic Bowl by Aldo Londi for Vistosi

$1,245

Mid-Century Burnt Umber & Multicolor Blue Ceramic Bowl by Aldo Londi for Vistosi

By Aldo Londi, Vistosi

Located in New York, NY

This materially stunning Mid-Century Modernist Ceramic Bowl in Burnt Umber W/ Multicolor Blue Sculptural Dots Motif by Aldo Londi for Vistosi originates from Italy, Circa 1960. This ...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Aldo Londi Decorative Bowls

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Ceramic

Vintage Mid Century Aldo Londi for Bitossi Pottery Centerpiece C. 1960

$1,000Sale Price|20% Off

Vintage Mid Century Aldo Londi for Bitossi Pottery Centerpiece C. 1960

By Aldo Londi, Bitossi

Located in Atlanta, GA

Aldo Londi for Bitossi Pottery Vintage Mid-Century Centerpiece c. 1960 This striking centerpiece by Aldo Londi, designed for the renowned Italian ceramics house Bitossi, epitomizes ...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Aldo Londi Decorative Bowls

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Pottery

Aldo Londi for Bitossi Large Ashtray or Catchall, Italian Ceramic

$700

Aldo Londi for Bitossi Large Ashtray or Catchall, Italian Ceramic

By Aldo Londi, Bitossi

Located in St.Petersburg, FL

Lovely and large ashtray or catchall designed by Aldo Londi for Bitossi. Stunning colors and patterns. Well proportioned at 2.75” tall and 8.5” wide.

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Aldo Londi Decorative Bowls

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Ceramic

Bitossi Decorative Bowl by Aldo Londi, Ceramic with Gold Spikes, Italy, 1960s

$3,250

Bitossi Decorative Bowl by Aldo Londi, Ceramic with Gold Spikes, Italy, 1960s

By Bitossi, Aldo Londi

Located in New York, NY

Bitossi Decorative Bowl by Aldo Londi, Ceramic with Gold Spikes, Italy, 1960s. Small to medium scale bowl in black glaze decorated with applied gold spikes....

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Aldo Londi Decorative Bowls

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Ceramic

Bittossi Limited Edition Riedizione Archivio Centrepiece by Aldo Londi in STOCK

$783

Bittossi Limited Edition Riedizione Archivio Centrepiece by Aldo Londi in STOCK

By Aldo Londi

Located in New York, NY

INV–1907 Bolo, 1962 cm. 12H x 35Ø x 17,5Ø base Decoro grata smalto bianco e nero semi lucido II Edizione, 199 Centrepiece by Aldo Londi Form made on the potter’s wheel in refractory...

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2010s Italian Aldo Londi Decorative Bowls

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Ceramic

Set of 2 Aldo Londi Bitossi Ceramic vase and bowl signed.

$1,800

Set of 2 Aldo Londi Bitossi Ceramic vase and bowl signed.

By Aldo Londi, Bitossi

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Set of 2 ceramic Bowl and vase designed by Aldo Londi and manufactured by Bitossi, Italy in the 1960s. Mustard colored with strokes of brown and engraved geometric patterns. Good vi...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Aldo Londi Decorative Bowls

Materials

Ceramic

Mid-Century Modern Aldo Londi Hand-Painted Ceramic Bowl, 1960s

$850

Mid-Century Modern Aldo Londi Hand-Painted Ceramic Bowl, 1960s

By Aldo Londi

Located in Byron Bay, NSW

Italian Art Ceramic bowl by Aldo Londi 1960s. Decorative plate, the art is hand painted representing a colourful land scape. Signature on the bottom on p...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Aldo Londi Decorative Bowls

Materials

Ceramic

Aldo Londi decorative bowls for sale on 1stDibs.

Aldo Londi decorative bowls are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of ceramic and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Aldo Londi decorative bowls, although blue editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original decorative bowls by Aldo Londi were created in the mid-century modern style in italy during the mid-20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider decorative bowls by Arte Vetraria Muranese (AVEM), Dino Martens, and Marcello Fantoni. Prices for Aldo Londi decorative bowls can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $87 and can go as high as $3,800, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $870.