Large lidded vase

Large potiche vase with lid [inv. 1998]. Richard-Ginori manufactory, Gio Ponti Art Collection. Maiolica painted in deep blue and bronze. The work is part of a commission from the Cassa di Risparmio delle Province Lombarde, dating to early 1925. Ponti was responsible both for the vase designs and the bronze finishing. As noted by critics, the inspiration of East Asian ceramics can be seen in the vase’s form and decoration, as well as in the choice to combine bronze and maiolica.

Museo Ginori, photo Arrigo Coppitz  / Amici di Doccia