A flattened rectangular bottle vase by Marcello Fantoni (1915–2011), its broad faces washed in a flowing blue-green glaze that breaks and pools across the body. One of a companion pair, and unusually well documented: signed and dated 1960 to the base. A confident mid-century form in excellent studio glaze. Florence, dated 1960. 29.5 × 20 × 9 cm.
Condition
Very good vintage condition; no significant damage or restoration noted; minor wear and glaze variation consistent with age and studio production
dimensions
29.5 cm high × 20 cm wide × 9 cm deep
Designer
Marcello Fantoni (1915–2011)
Signed
signed and dated 1960 to the base [date to confirm from base]
Provenance
Acquired directly from the artist's family, Florence; private collection