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The Antica Majolica Italian Ceramics Section
Dei Medici large oval platter Caffaggiolo (Also wall hung)
 | MAJOLICA Collection: The "Fruttina-Caffaggiolo" Collection features artifacts used in the Renaissance era. The term Renaissance, adopted from the French equivalent of the Italian word "rinascita", meaning literally "rebirth," describes the radical and comprehensive changes that took place in European culture during the 15th and 16th centuries, bringing about the demise of the Middle Ages and embodying for the first time the values of the modern world. 16" x 22" |
Medieval "Brocca" jug with "Cornucopia" design.
 | MAJOLICA Collection: This item is part of our renown and top-of-the-line "Antica Majolica" Collection. An Artistica classic, this group is also the most sophisticated pattern we carry. All items of our Antica Majolica collection are painstakingly hand painted with motifs and scrollwork typical of the best Tuscan tradition. This superb collection features only hand-made items created by master artisans from Tuscany. 11"_ x 18"h. |
Tuscan "Biscotti" jar
 | MAJOLICA Collection: Our hand painted OBiscottiO jars from Deruta were specially created to store the traditional Italian cookies that have recently taken the world by storm. These subtly sweet, crisp cookies can be found in countries around the globe, but they have been made in Italy as far back as the fourteenth century. The name Biscotti can be translated as "twice cooked", which indeed describes how these tasty cookies are made. By baking them twice, they lose excess moisture, ensuring a crisp, dry cookie. In fact, it is said that Christopher Columbus carried biscotti on his voyages because they were so sturdy, and their dryness prevented the problem of spoilage. Since biscotti are not very sweet, they are a perfect snack at any time of day, whether enjoyed with a cup of coffee or dipped into a sweet dessert wine. 7"_ x 11"h. |
Tuscan canister "Farina" di Mais" [Corn Flour]
 | MAJOLICA Collection: This masterpiece truly reflect the expertise of the Italian OMastri-CeramistiO, who have spent the last five centuries perfecting the tin-glazed earthenware that is today called Majolica. This beautifully executed product was created using the OIngobbioO technique, the ancient Tuscan process that gives such an authentic OOld WorldO look, while adding much greater body to the colors. You can actually feel the consistent (almost raised) body of the painting when gently passing your hand over the decorated parts. Due to the complexity of both preparation and painting, this technique is now used by very few artisans, which makes these items very hard to find. 7"_ x 11"h. |
Tuscan tureen
 | MAJOLICA Collection: The "Fruttina-Caffaggiolo" Collection features artifacts used in the Renaissance era. The term Renaissance, adopted from the French equivalent of the Italian word "rinascita", meaning literally "rebirth," describes the radical and comprehensive changes that took place in European culture during the 15th and 16th centuries, bringing about the demise of the Middle Ages and embodying for the first time the values of the modern world. 8"_ x 8"h. |
Wall plate/Table top bowl, with medieval crest (Shipped wall-hung ready)
 | MAJOLICA Collection: This masterpiece truly reflect the expertise of the Italian OMastri-CeramistiO, who have spent the last five centuries perfecting the tin-glazed earthenware that is today called Majolica. This beautifully executed product was created using the OIngobbioO technique, the ancient Tuscan process that gives such an authentic OOld WorldO look, while adding much greater body to the colors. You can actually feel the consistent (almost raised) body of the painting when gently passing your hand over the decorated parts. Due to the complexity of both preparation and painting, this technique is now used by very few artisans, which makes these items very hard to find. 19"_ |
Canister poutiche "Fruttina" design
 | MAJOLICA Collection: This masterpiece truly reflect the expertise of the Italian OMastri-CeramistiO, who have spent the last five centuries perfecting the tin-glazed earthenware that is today called Majolica. This beautifully executed product was created using the OIngobbioO technique, the ancient Tuscan process that gives such an authentic OOld WorldO look, while adding much greater body to the colors. You can actually feel the consistent (almost raised) body of the painting when gently passing your hand over the decorated parts. Due to the complexity of both preparation and painting, this technique is now used by very few artisans, which makes these items very hard to find. 5"_ x 10"h. |
Medieval Mortar & Pestle "Pharmacy"
 | MAJOLICA Collection: This masterpiece truly reflect the expertise of the Italian OMastri-CeramistiO, who have spent the last five centuries perfecting the tin-glazed earthenware that is today called Majolica. This beautifully executed product was created using the OIngobbioO technique, the ancient Tuscan process that gives such an authentic OOld WorldO look, while adding much greater body to the colors. You can actually feel the consistent (almost raised) body of the painting when gently passing your hand over the decorated parts. Due to the complexity of both preparation and painting, this technique is now used by very few artisans, which makes these items very hard to find. 4_"_ x 6"h. |
Large "Fruttina" pitcher jug
 | MAJOLICA Collection: This item is part of our renown and top-of-the-line "Antica Majolica" Collection. An Artistica classic, this group is also the most sophisticated pattern we carry. All items of our Antica Majolica collection are painstakingly hand painted with motifs and scrollwork typical of the best Tuscan tradition. This superb collection features only hand-made items created by master artisans from Tuscany. 14"_ x 16"h. |
Round cachepot
 | MAJOLICA Collection: This item is part of our renown and top-of-the-line "Antica Majolica" Collection. An Artistica classic, this group is also the most sophisticated pattern we carry. All items of our Antica Majolica collection are painstakingly hand painted with motifs and scrollwork typical of the best Tuscan tradition. This superb collection features only hand-made items created by master artisans from Tuscany. - WATER TIGHT: ArtisticaOs Ceramics are fully glazed inside and out, making them water-tight and leak-free. 8"_ x 10"h. |
Round centerpiece bowl
 | MAJOLICA Collection: The "Fruttina-Caffaggiolo" Collection features artifacts used in the Renaissance era. The term Renaissance, adopted from the French equivalent of the Italian word "rinascita", meaning literally "rebirth," describes the radical and comprehensive changes that took place in European culture during the 15th and 16th centuries, bringing about the demise of the Middle Ages and embodying for the first time the values of the modern world. 11"_ x 5"h. |
Canister poutiche with heraldic crest
 | MAJOLICA Collection: This masterpiece truly reflect the expertise of the Italian OMastri-CeramistiO, who have spent the last five centuries perfecting the tin-glazed earthenware that is today called Majolica. This beautifully executed product was created using the OIngobbioO technique, the ancient Tuscan process that gives such an authentic OOld WorldO look, while adding much greater body to the colors. You can actually feel the consistent (almost raised) body of the painting when gently passing your hand over the decorated parts. Due to the complexity of both preparation and painting, this technique is now used by very few artisans, which makes these items very hard to find. 5"_ x 10"h. |