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Bruno Gambone Abstract Sculptures

Italian, 1936-2021

Known for his prolific mid-century works, Italian artist Bruno Gambone is regarded as one of the most influential figures in ceramics. Born in 1936 in Vietri sul Mare, Gambone was introduced to the world of ceramics at the age of 14 while he worked in the Florence studio of his father, renowned ceramist Guido Gambone.

Toward the end of the 1950s, Gambone left his father’s studio to work at Italian artist Andrea D’Arienzo’s workshop, where he explored other disciplines such as canvas painting and textile decoration. He became committed to painting and exhibited at Florence’s La Strozzina in 1959.

In 1963, Gambone left Italy for the United States. He lived in New York City during a fertile era for creative expression — a time marked by pivotal artistic movements such as Pop art and Abstract Expressionism. Gambone made numerous friends and moved in the same circles as iconic American artists Andy Warhol, Roy Lichtenstein and Robert Rauschenberg. The Italian native learned more about a range of fields such as sculpture and theater. However, after five years, he returned to his homeland to live in Milan.

While in Milan, Gambone experimented with jewelry design for a brief period. But following his father’s death in 1969, Gambone returned to Florence to run his father’s studio, shifting his attention back toward ceramics.

Throughout the 1970s, Gambone created table lamps, vases, bowls and sculptures, including a series of ceramic animals. He began work in 1972 on what would become his celebrated “Fantastic Animals” series — initially a minimalist collection of stoneware fish, lions, snakes and other creatures characterized by sharp-edged geometric forms.

Gambone showcased his ceramic works at the 1972 Venice Biennale and the Milan Triennale in 1973. The artist received awards from the Museum of Modern Art in New York, the Museum of Contemporary Art of San Diego at La Jolla and other institutions.

On 1stDibs, discover a range of vintage Bruno Gambone decorative objects, serveware and lighting.

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Creator: Bruno Gambone
Tondo Glass Sculpture by Bruno Gambone for VeArt 1970s
By VeArt, Bruno Gambone
Located in Benalmadena, ES
From the beginning, the geometric sign of the "tondo" has constituted an inspiring harmonious model of figures, volumes, colors and light. This work by Bruno Gambone is rooted in thi...
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1970s Italian Modern Vintage Bruno Gambone Abstract Sculptures

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Metal, Chrome

Vintage Glass VeArt Venice Lattimo by Bruno Gambone, 1975
By Bruno Gambone
Located in Biella, IT
Veart Venice lattimo glass disc with metal base / stand design Bruno Gambone years ’75 limited edit of 34/199 rare perfect condition A The measures signed are with the metal pedes...
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1970s Italian Modern Vintage Bruno Gambone Abstract Sculptures

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Vintage Ceramic Lion Sculpture by Bruno Gambone 'circa 1990s'
By Bruno Gambone
Located in London, GB
Smiling ceramic lion / cat sculpture by ceramicist Bruno Gambone (circa 1990s). This seated lion sculpture is truly a work of art. It is whimsical, yet beautiful in its use of the pa...
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1990s Italian Minimalist Bruno Gambone Abstract Sculptures

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Italian Cylindrical Ceramic Vase by Bruno Gambone, circa 1970s, Large
By Bruno Gambone
Located in London, GB
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Bruno Gambone abstract sculptures for sale on 1stDibs.

Bruno Gambone abstract sculptures are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of metal and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Bruno Gambone abstract sculptures, although gray editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original abstract sculptures by Bruno Gambone were created in the modern style in italy during the late 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider abstract sculptures by Licio Zanetti, Romano Donà, and Esa Fedrigolli. Prices for Bruno Gambone abstract sculptures can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $3,115 and can go as high as $10,901, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $4,267.

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