Description: The colorful history of the famous ICARO ceramics of Rhodes.Fashioned by hand in heavenly colors and all manner of motifs were sets of plates, dinnerware, vases and jugs. There were costumed figurines, kaleidoscopically-feathered peacocks and boats painted Greek-blue. During the Italian Occupation of the Dodecanese, Alfred Biliotti made note of such ceramics adorning the interiors of homes in Lindos. Smitten by the Iznik pottery of Rhodes, he created ICARO (Industria Ceramiche Artistiche Rodio Orientali). It was the island’s first such factory: a powerful success story that survived through the horrors of World War II. In 1948, the factory passed into the hands of a local businessman, Konstantinos D. Hatzikonstantis. Rebranded IKAROS, the company enjoyed a golden age of forty years until its closure in 1988. Ever since, the fame of Rhodian ceramics has spread far and wide. Examples have found their way into some of the world’s finest museums, including the Louvre. Originals are hard to find. Many are in the hands of private collectors. Today, the industry is not what it used to be. However, many former artisans of IKAROS continue to produce collections. For them, it is a labor of love to perpetuate the art form and celebrate the memory of an industry that thrived on clay awash in color. *Shipping rates depend on your location. *Tracking number and shipping insurance is provided. *Import taxes, customs clearance is the responsibility of the buyer. I do not accept return on my items, unless item is not 'as described', or it arrives broken. I request to see pictures of the item within 3 business days of its arrival so I can process a full refund. Most of my items are one of a kind-vintage, therefore fully insured, but I need pictures in order to file a claim with the post office. Feel free to contact me via email for more information on any item beforehand. I would gladly assist you!
Price: 85 USD
Location: Lawrence Township, New Jersey
End Time: 2023-11-05T21:51:46.000Z
Shipping Cost: N/A USD
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Item Specifics
All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Antique: No
Shape: Vase
Occasion: All Occasions
Size: Small
Unit Type: lb
Care Instructions: Clean with Damp Cloth
Item Height: 8''
Unit Quantity: 1
Finish: Glazed
Item Width: 3.5''
Handmade: Yes
Pattern: Ethnic
Signed: Yes
Color: White and Blue
Material: Clay
Subject: Deer
Brand: Icaros
Type: Vase
Era: Mid 20th Century (1941-1969)
Theme: Animals
Original/Reproduction: Original
Time Period Manufactured: 1950-1959
Country/Region of Manufacture: Greece
Item Weight: 1
