An original and iconic pair of ceramic candlesticks, handcrafted in white clay. After the initial firing, the artist applied a unique and still-undisclosed surface treatment to achieve the exquisite white glaze, reminiscent of a delicate icing. A second and final firing completed the process, resulting in two distinctive and characterful sculptural objects. The candlesticks feature an organic silhouette that emphasizes their volume, while the recessed opening and rounded contours lend a sense of softness and lightness to the overall design. Produced between 1965 and 1970 by Bertoncello Ceramiche, this pair was conceived by Giovanni Bertoncello in collaboration with renowned artistic innovator Roberto Rigon, and reflects one of the most creative periods in the company’s history. Bertoncello Ceramiche was founded in 1956 in Schiavon, in the province of Vicenza, Italy, by Lini, Marco Pizzato, and Giovanni Bertoncello under the name “LPB.” The company soon changed its name to “Bertoncello Ceramiche d’Arte” and came under the exclusive direction of Giovanni Bertoncello. Thanks to his artistic sensibility and entrepreneurial vision, the firm quickly gained recognition both in Italy and abroad, employing over 30 artisans by the early 1970s. Unfortunately, much of the company's archival material was lost when the business closed in 1999. Bertoncello ceramics are known for their sculptural and geometric forms, often resembling architectural models or maquettes for monumental modernist sculptures. Their aesthetic is reminiscent of the works of Henry Moore, Barbara Hepworth, and mid-century architectural experiments. The pair is in good vintage condition. One of the candlesticks shows a minor superficial hairline (visible in the photos), which occurred during the cooling phase of the final firing — a known characteristic of this particular surface treatment. Dimensions: Diameter 13 cm (5.1 in), Height 12 cm (4.7 in).
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SILVER Seller in Prato, Italy
