{"product_id":"1950s-aleluia-biomorphic-ewer-vase-aveiro-portugal","title":"1950s ‘ALELUIA’ BIOMORPHIC EWER VASE (AVEIRO PORTUGAL)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAn abstracted biomorphic ewer vase produced in the 1950s or 60s by Aleluia Ceramicâ in Aveiro, Portugal.  The glazing reinforces the abstracted biomorphism of the form in plain colors of bright orange, black, and \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eiridescent white accentuated with random dots of orange and blue and by the subtlety of the light yellow interior.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFÁBRICA ALELUIA\u003c\/strong\u003e was founded in 1905 by João Aleluia and was responsible for one of the most cosmopolitan decorative earthenware productions of the 20th century in Portugal.  Fábrica Aleluia, Aveiro has asserted itself for the modern inventiveness of its creations.  \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eDespite notorious international influences, Aleluia has managed, over the years, to create a set of production lines, with its own decorative grammar, clearly distinguishing the national and international contexts.  \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eIn the first phase, the factory bet mainly on the technical quality of the painting, applied to structurally simple forms, often with classical roots. However, in the 50s and 60s, shapes became sculptural, taking advantage of the asymmetry and fluidity of curved lines, as if they were living organisms.  \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eIn line with trends in western ceramic design, unprecedented in Portugal, the originality of these pieces lies in the dialogue between the shapes and an efficient graphic in solid colors, underlining the details and accentuating the organic qualities of the volumes.  \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eSimilar models were produced internationally, both in several European plants and in the USA. Still, unique to Aleluia was the use of \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003erather high-contrast graphics, used to explore the optical effects that were so popular at the time.  \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAs is typical in \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAleluia production of the 50s and 60s, the factory stamps and the indication \"MANUFACTURED IN PORTUGAL\" may appear along with a hand-painted number and letter indicating shape and decor, respectively.  The initial of the painter may also appear in the center of the brand.  Today, Aleluia Ceramicâ production is limited to \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003efloor and wall tile ceramic solutions for modern architecture and interior design requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"js-heading-details\" class=\"section-title\"\u003eDetails\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-labelledby=\"js-heading-details\" role=\"tabpanel\" class=\"product-info-content collapse in\" id=\"js-info-details\"\u003e\n\u003cdl class=\"detail-list\"\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eDimensions\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003e5.5ʺW × 3.25ʺD × 11.5ʺH\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/dl\u003e\n\u003cdl class=\"detail-list\"\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eStyles\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eAbstract\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eOrganic Modern\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eSpace Age\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/dl\u003e\n\u003cdl class=\"detail-list\"\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003ePeriod\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003e1950s\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/dl\u003e\n\u003cdl class=\"detail-list\"\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003ePlace of Origin\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003ePortugal\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/dl\u003e\n\u003cdl class=\"detail-list\"\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eItem Type\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd class=\"item-type-item\"\u003eVintage, Antique or Pre-owned\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/dl\u003e\n\u003cdl class=\"detail-list\"\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eMaterials\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eCeramic\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/dl\u003e\n\u003cdl class=\"detail-list\"\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eCondition\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eVery Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, No Imperfections\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/dl\u003e\n\u003cdl class=\"detail-list\"\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eColor\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eOrange\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/dl\u003e\n\u003cdl class=\"detail-list\"\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eCondition Notes\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"js-swap-sibling\"\u003e Excellent Vintage Condition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/dl\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"MODERN REDUX","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42067266961595,"sku":"1950s ALELUIA BIOMORPHIC EWER VASE (AVEIRO, PORTUGAL)","price":265.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2159\/9561\/products\/IMG_20211115_171206-01.jpg?v=1637019725","url":"https:\/\/modernredux.myshopify.com\/products\/1950s-aleluia-biomorphic-ewer-vase-aveiro-portugal","provider":"MODERN REDUX","version":"1.0","type":"link"}