Mid century(?) Italian pottery/ceramic standing ashtray?

I bought this a few days ago at a thrift store, and at a fairly big price , $50.
It measures 15" x 10"
I did a image search & a few tables came up, but no ashtray?
Is this professionally made or by a hobbyist?
Is it mid century?
Thank you for any info.

 

That’s a fabulous bonkers bit of Italian sixties into seventies pottery. The style of the word Italy is often a good clue to who made it. Might be Bitossi even.

 

Bitossi since- sculptor?

 

Sorry tried to trick spell check into accepting Bitossi & I dont know where 'since' came from!
So this $50 well spent, right?

 

I emailed Bitossi once to verify that a lamp I had was one of theirs. They did respond (and verified it).

Might be worth a try if you think it could be. I think this is where I asked.

https://www.bitossiceramiche.it/en/pages/contact