Gabriele Bicchioni large Italian ceramic vase circa 1930

This green-blue vase, made by the italian ceramist gabriele bicchioni in the 1930s, is distinguished by its imposing size and its art deco style. With its flowing curves, this piece embodies a timeless testament to the excellence of deruta ceramics. Under the skillful touch of gabriele bicchioni, the majolica takes an elegant form, embellished with green-blue nuances and golden flashes, creating a work of great beauty. The town of deruta, italy, has been a benchmark for ceramic production for centuries. Renowned manufactories such as maioliche deruta and collaborations with entities like "cima" (consorzio italiano maiolino deruta) have consolidated its reputation as one of the best ceramic centers in the world. The characteristic patterns of its pieces, the know-how of the artisans and the desire to preserve traditional techniques make deruta a symbol of excellence in the ceramic industry. Gabriele bicchioni (1905-1987) is an italian ceramist and decorator. His remarkable work within the maioliche deruta factory, in the 1920s, and his collaboration with "cima" (consorzio italiano maiolino de deruta) in the 1930s, contributed to the artistic evolution of ceramics, making him an emblematic figure of the profession. His creations, characterized by their elegance and fine metallic finishes, remain collector's items, some of which are exhibited at the deruta ceramics museum in italy.

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