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Bitossi / Bergboms
Ceramic Lamp Base – Bitossi for Bergboms, Italy / Sweden, 1960s
Ceramic Lamp Base – Bitossi for Bergboms, Italy / Sweden, 1960s
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A rare collaboration between Bitossi Ceramiche (Italy) and Bergboms (Sweden), this ceramic lamp base embodies the golden era of mid-century European design. Attributed to Aldo Londi, Bitossi's legendary artistic director, this piece bridges Italian decorative sophistication with Scandinavian restraint—a sculptural object that transforms light into art.
Crafted in chamotte stoneware, the lamp features Londi's signature hand-carved geometric relief pattern in warm beige and brown tones. The soft matte glaze over a subtly crackled cream surface creates depth and texture, while the tactile motifs bring an organic, almost archaeological quality.
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About the Collaboration: Bitossi for Bergboms
During the 1960s, Bergboms—one of Sweden's leading lighting manufacturers—joined forces with Bitossi Ceramiche, the celebrated Italian ceramic house based in Montelupo Fiorentino, near Florence. This partnership resulted in a limited series of lamp bases that merged Nordic functionalism with Italian decorative artistry—rare examples of cross-cultural design synergy that remain highly collectible today.
The collaboration brought together Bergboms' expertise in lighting design with Bitossi's mastery of ceramic art, creating pieces that were both functional lighting elements and sculptural objects worthy of display.
About the Designer: Aldo Londi
Aldo Londi (1911–2003) served as artistic director of Bitossi Ceramiche from 1946 to 1976, transforming the traditional Tuscan pottery house into an internationally recognized center of ceramic art. His tenure represents one of the most creative periods in Italian ceramic design.
Londi's distinctive style combined ancient Mediterranean influences with modernist sensibility. His hand-carved geometric and organic motifs, earthy glazes, and sculptural forms bridged traditional craft with contemporary art. He had a particular talent for creating textured surfaces that invited touch while maintaining visual sophistication.
Under Londi's direction, Bitossi collaborated with renowned designers including Ettore Sottsass, creating pieces that are now held in major museum collections worldwide. Londi's own designs remain highly sought after by collectors for their artistic integrity and exceptional craftsmanship.
About the Brand: Bergboms
Established in Stockholm in the early 1940s, Bergboms quickly became a hallmark of Swedish lighting design. Known for refined forms and use of high-quality materials, the brand collaborated with some of Scandinavia's most notable designers, including Alf Svensson and Greta Magnusson Grossman.
In the 1960s, Bergboms expanded its creative reach through partnerships with international ceramic studios such as Bitossi, creating lamp bases that embodied both Scandinavian clarity and Mediterranean craftsmanship. These collaborations represent the golden era of post-war modern design and remain highly collectible today.
About the Brand: Bitossi Ceramiche
Founded in 1921 in Montelupo Fiorentino, Tuscany, Bitossi Ceramiche has been at the forefront of Italian ceramic art for over a century. The company gained international recognition in the mid-20th century under Aldo Londi's artistic direction, producing pieces that combined traditional Tuscan pottery techniques with modernist design principles.
Bitossi's chamotte stoneware technique—using coarse clay with visible texture—became a signature of the house, creating surfaces that were both rustic and refined. The company's collaborations with leading designers and its commitment to artisanal quality have made Bitossi ceramics highly collectible worldwide.
Elegant, sculptural, and quietly sophisticated—this Bitossi for Bergboms lamp base embodies the timeless beauty of mid-century European design. It represents a rare moment of creative collaboration between two design powerhouses, resulting in a piece that transcends its functional purpose to become a work of art. The hand-carved relief pattern catches light and shadow throughout the day, creating an ever-changing visual experience. Whether paired with a linen shade for soft ambient lighting or displayed as a sculptural object on its own, this lamp base brings warmth, texture, and the refined elegance of 1960s Italian-Scandinavian design to any interior. A collector's piece that tells the story of cross-cultural creativity and artisanal excellence—this is design that endures.
During the 1960s, Bergboms—one of Sweden's leading lighting manufacturers—joined forces with Bitossi Ceramiche, the celebrated Italian ceramic house based in Montelupo Fiorentino, near Florence. This partnership resulted in a limited series of lamp bases that merged Nordic functionalism with Italian decorative artistry—rare examples of cross-cultural design synergy that remain highly collectible today.
The collaboration brought together Bergboms' expertise in lighting design with Bitossi's mastery of ceramic art, creating pieces that were both functional lighting elements and sculptural objects worthy of display.
About the Designer: Aldo Londi
Aldo Londi (1911–2003) served as artistic director of Bitossi Ceramiche from 1946 to 1976, transforming the traditional Tuscan pottery house into an internationally recognized center of ceramic art. His tenure represents one of the most creative periods in Italian ceramic design.
Londi's distinctive style combined ancient Mediterranean influences with modernist sensibility. His hand-carved geometric and organic motifs, earthy glazes, and sculptural forms bridged traditional craft with contemporary art. He had a particular talent for creating textured surfaces that invited touch while maintaining visual sophistication.
Under Londi's direction, Bitossi collaborated with renowned designers including Ettore Sottsass, creating pieces that are now held in major museum collections worldwide. Londi's own designs remain highly sought after by collectors for their artistic integrity and exceptional craftsmanship.
About the Brand: Bergboms
Established in Stockholm in the early 1940s, Bergboms quickly became a hallmark of Swedish lighting design. Known for refined forms and use of high-quality materials, the brand collaborated with some of Scandinavia's most notable designers, including Alf Svensson and Greta Magnusson Grossman.
In the 1960s, Bergboms expanded its creative reach through partnerships with international ceramic studios such as Bitossi, creating lamp bases that embodied both Scandinavian clarity and Mediterranean craftsmanship. These collaborations represent the golden era of post-war modern design and remain highly collectible today.
About the Brand: Bitossi Ceramiche
Founded in 1921 in Montelupo Fiorentino, Tuscany, Bitossi Ceramiche has been at the forefront of Italian ceramic art for over a century. The company gained international recognition in the mid-20th century under Aldo Londi's artistic direction, producing pieces that combined traditional Tuscan pottery techniques with modernist design principles.
Bitossi's chamotte stoneware technique—using coarse clay with visible texture—became a signature of the house, creating surfaces that were both rustic and refined. The company's collaborations with leading designers and its commitment to artisanal quality have made Bitossi ceramics highly collectible worldwide.
Elegant, sculptural, and quietly sophisticated—this Bitossi for Bergboms lamp base embodies the timeless beauty of mid-century European design. It represents a rare moment of creative collaboration between two design powerhouses, resulting in a piece that transcends its functional purpose to become a work of art. The hand-carved relief pattern catches light and shadow throughout the day, creating an ever-changing visual experience. Whether paired with a linen shade for soft ambient lighting or displayed as a sculptural object on its own, this lamp base brings warmth, texture, and the refined elegance of 1960s Italian-Scandinavian design to any interior. A collector's piece that tells the story of cross-cultural creativity and artisanal excellence—this is design that endures.
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Set Contents
1 ceramic lamp base (electrical fitting not included)
Marked: BO 55/38 Italy (engraved on base)
Detailed Measurements
Height: [measurement needed]
Diameter: [measurement needed]
Weight: 4 kg
Material: Chamotte stoneware
Finish: Matte glaze in cream and brown tones with crackled surface
Please note: Due to the artisanal nature of hand-carved ceramic production, subtle variations in relief pattern and glaze are part of the authentic character of this piece.
1 ceramic lamp base (electrical fitting not included)
Marked: BO 55/38 Italy (engraved on base)
Detailed Measurements
Height: [measurement needed]
Diameter: [measurement needed]
Weight: 4 kg
Material: Chamotte stoneware
Finish: Matte glaze in cream and brown tones with crackled surface
Please note: Due to the artisanal nature of hand-carved ceramic production, subtle variations in relief pattern and glaze are part of the authentic character of this piece.
Condition
No chips, cracks, or restorations. The hand-carved relief pattern is crisp and well-defined. Glaze shows natural variations and subtle crazing consistent with age and the chamotte stoneware technique—these are desirable characteristics that add to the piece's authenticity. The warm tones remain rich and the matte finish is beautifully preserved. Shows minimal signs of age, testament to the exceptional quality of Bitossi craftsmanship.
Care
To preserve the beauty of this ceramic lamp base, dust gently with a soft, dry cloth and avoid harsh chemicals or abrasive cleaners. Handle with care due to its weight and ceramic material, and keep away from extreme temperature changes. Display on a stable surface away from edges to ensure its longevity.