Description

In the early 1980s, several Italian workshops explored cast aluminum to create objects with a sculptural character. This pair of vases, found in Florence, perfectly exemplifies this formal exploration: asymmetrical silhouettes, flowing lines, and slightly twisted volumes that give each piece a unique presence.

Made of cast aluminum and then hand-polished, the vases showcase the material work characteristic of the artisanal productions of the period. No designer has been identified, but the quality of the forms and the modeling evokes the experimental freedom typical of this decade.

The condition is good, with a uniform patina and some discreet signs of wear, consistent with the material. Each vase measures 30 cm high, 17 cm wide and 5 cm deep.

Presented as a duo, they function as two complementary sculptures, perfect on a console or sideboard to bring a touch of Italian design from the 80s, both raw and refined.

Description

In the early 1980s, several Italian workshops explored new sculptural forms in cast aluminum, favoring fluid lines closer to sculpture than to utilitarian objects. This pair is fully in line with this formal research.

Made of cast aluminum, they feature precise molding followed by hand polishing, resulting in a smooth, continuous surface. Their open, almost architectural silhouette perfectly illustrates the experimental aesthetic of the decade. No designer or manufacturer is identified, as is common for these pieces produced in small workshops.

The set is in very good condition, with a subtle patina from the original polishing. Each vase measures approximately 36 cm in height, 26 cm in width, and 6 cm in depth.

Sculptural pieces, they work equally well alone or in pairs, on a console or a sideboard, to bring a graphic presence to a contemporary interior.

Description

In the 1980s, Italian design asserted a strong taste for compact volumes and the sublimation of industrial materials. Cast aluminum then became a preferred medium, allowing for organic forms with clean, sculptural lines. This pair of cast aluminum vases perfectly illustrates the search for balance between mass and fluidity. The larger model, with its almost architectural diagonal reliefs, captures light through a play of soft facets and carefully controlled hollows. The smaller one, more organic and smooth, is punctuated by a slight circular indentation that subtly animates its surface. Together, they engage in a dialogue of contrast: structure and movement for one, softness and tension for the other.

The polished aluminum has a beautiful shine, with a few micro-scratches and surface marks visible in raking light, consistent with its age. These discreet traces contribute to its authenticity and vintage charm, without detracting from its sculptural presence. The large vase measures 20 cm in height, 10 cm in length and 4 cm in depth. The small model measures 15 cm in height, 13 cm in length and 6.5 cm in depth. Presented together on a console or pedestal, they create a balanced and decidedly 80s-style display. Used separately, each asserts a strong personality, somewhere between a decorative object and a contemporary sculpture.