Bruno Gambone Ceramic Lidded Jar / Ashtray Italy 1970s

This exceptional ceramic piece is a prime example of mid-century Italian design, handcrafted by the renowned artist Bruno Gambone (1936–2021) in Florence, Italy. Functioning beautifully as a lidded jar, decorative box, or a statement ashtray, it perfectly captures the artistic transition from Mid-Century Modernism to the bold aesthetics of the 1970s.The piece features Bruno Gambone’s signature style: a heavy, tactile ceramic body finished with a thick, textured glaze. It is decorated with vibrant, polychrome horizontal bands of orange, deep red, blue, and black. True to his distinct artistic language, the design leans into a clean, minimalist geometric form that contrasts beautifully with the rich, earthy texture of the material.

Excellent vintage condition with no chips, cracks, or restorations, signed on the bottom Gambone.

6 H x 15 D cm

Bruno Gambone spent his career expanding on the artistic legacy of his father, Guido Gambone, while developing a distinct, internationally acclaimed style of his own. Following his time in New York’s 1960s art scene, he brought a unique minimalist and architectural approach back to the Florence studio. His work is highly collectible and sought after by mid-century design enthusiasts and art collectors worldwide.