This is one of three Rosenthal Alphabet vases that I have listed on my website. This is the largest one measuring some 11 inches in height.
It is triangular in form with different stylized letters on each side, as photographed. The top of each side is arch shaped. I love all the lettering - with its strange shapes and dynamic colours. It was designed by the Italian Constructivist artist Marcello Morandini and dates to the late 1980s. We were quite taken by the display of his works at the Gallery of Modern Art in Rome - and have added a couple of images to my listing of us admiring his works - including a full alphabet which was on display there.
Marcello Morandini is one of the most influential designers with whom Rosenthal has worked since 1979. His black and white, geometric patterns can be found in Rosenthal vases, chess pieces and architectural projects. With works such as the Italian Journey collection or the façade design of the Rosenthal factory in Selb, he brought an avant-garde, mathematically precise aesthetic to the brand's design.
Morandini was born in Mantua in 1940 and studied in Milan. He founded his own studio in 1962. He gained international recognition through exhibitions in Venice and New York. His work combines art, architecture and design in a unique, constructivist design vocabulary.
This is the largest one made - I have two smaller ones listed. The letters seem to be P; A; and M. It is very unusual in that it has the large Constructivist letters on each side (other ones just have a simple list of the work Happiness in different languages). This is reflected in my asking price.
It is fully marked on the base. It is in perfect vintage condition with no damages. It does look rather stunning - and indeed I am rather tempted to keep this.. oh! hard decisions. It will certainly be a bit of a showstopper in a modernist interior. You will not be disappointed with it.
Dimensions: Height is 12 inches. Each side is 5 1/2 inches. It has a facsimile signature on the "M" side towards the base.
I will have to send to you with Royal Mail Medium Tracked parcel - I will also get some private insurance to that the vase will be fully insured in transit against loss or breakage. This will be applied to your order at the checkout. We shall of course pack very carefully.