The striking elegance and craftsmanship associated with vintage Richard Ginori porcelain and ceramics are hallmarks of the distinguished Italian manufacturer's deep heritage. Over nearly 300 years, the company has established a legacy of enduring design — its exquisite handmade serving pieces, tea sets, tableware, vases and more are coveted all over the world.
Richard Ginori traces its long history back to the village of Doccia, Italy, where marchese Carlo Ginori opened the Doccia Porcelain Manufactory in 1735. The factory employed talented Viennese painters and modelers, and although it took time for Carlo to perfect his models and molds, the company eventually became known for its impeccable white porcelain, inspired by Ginori's love of white gold. By 1779, the factory’s refined porcelain decorated palaces and stately residences.
In 1896, the factory expanded and merged with the Società Ceramic Richard of Milan. The new company was named Richard Ginori, and the early 20th century marked a period of artistic revival for the manufacturer.
In 1923, the influential Italian architect, publisher and furniture designer Gio Ponti was appointed as the company's artistic director (a role he held until 1933). He was still a young man at the time, but the now-celebrated polymath was fearless in his efforts to innovate at Richard Ginori — he introduced a contemporary spirit at the manufacturer and integrated ancient Roman art and other neoclassical elements into his richly ornate designs for decorative objects and ceramic vessels. At the 1925 International Exhibition of Modern Decorative and Industrial Arts in Paris — the design fair that brought the Art Deco style into the world — both Richard Ginori and its bold artistic director won a Grand Prix.
In the decades that followed, offerings at the storied porcelain manufacturer showed an adoption of the modern style that had taken shape in furniture design and decorative arts during the mid-20th century. In 1954, the company was renamed Ginori 1735, a reference to its inaugural year. Over time, Richard Ginori has partnered with numerous renowned designers such as Giovanni Gariboldi, Antonio Piva, Franco Albini and Aldo Rossi. In 2013, Gucci purchased the Ginori 1735 brand and factory.
On 1stDibs, find a collection of vintage Richard Ginori serveware and decorative objects.
Antique Ginori Istoriato Style Italian Maiolica Pottery Pilgrim Flask & Stopper
By Richard Ginori
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine antique Maiolica pilgrim flask & stopper by Ginori. Decorated in the Urbino istoriato style with polychrome cherubs to the front and a lan...
Faience, Majolica
Italy Richard Ginori Early 18th Century Porcelain Vase
By Richard Ginori
Located in Brescia, IT
This elegant vase was produced by Richard Ginori porcelain manufacturer in Doccia, Italy, in the 1730 Not easy to find this model so fine and elegant with its country flowers in pin...
Porcelain
Montelupo maiolica 'Arlecchino' dish, Italy 17th century
By Flavia Montelupo
Located in DELFT, NL
A Montelupo Mailica dish. featuring an Arlecchino decor in the shades of ochre, yellow, blue, green, and black. The shallow, circular form is decorated with geometric and abstract motifs typical of Montelupo arlecchini wares, reflecting the period’s engagement with popular theatrical subjects drawn from the Commedia dell’Arte. Produced in Montelupo Fiorentino in the late 17th century, this dish represents the mature phase of Montelupo maiolica...
Earthenware, Faience, Maiolica, Ceramic
$1,495 / set
H 12 in W 7.75 in D 7 in
Pair Antique 18thC Italian Majolica Pottery Portrait Vases Apothecary Jars 1700
Located in Portland, OR
A good pair of antique early 18th century Italian majolica portrait apothecary Jars, Venice, circa 1700. The jars of baluster form with a cobalt blue glaze, hand-painted with foliate...
Majolica
$700
H 8 in W 18.5 in D 9.5 in
Mid-Century French Louis XV Hand Painted Faience Oval Jardinière from Rouen
By Rouen
Located in Dallas, TX
Crafted in Rouen, France circa 1940, the antique ceramic planter sits on escargot feet over a scalloped apron. The oblong planter dressed with elegant s...
Ceramic, Faience
$250 / set
H 2.3 in Dm 5.9 in
Ginori Porcelain Cup and Saucer Set, Maiolica Pattern, Italy 1950s-1960s
By Richard Ginori
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Rare Richard Ginori cup and saucer set was made of fine porcelain in Italy. It is decorated with Maiolica pattern, sometimes referred to as Birds o...
Gold Leaf
19th c. Italian Majolica Urn
Located in New Orleans, LA
Beautifully Decorated Majolica Urn
Ceramic
$873Sale Price / set|42% Off
H 10.6 in W 7.3 in D 7.3 in
Royal Delft Beaker Vases Earthenware Dutch Polychrome Delftware Vases a Pair
By Royal Delft, Delft, AK Dutch Delftware
Located in Wommelgem, VAN
Dutch Royal Delft Polychrome Delft vases A pair Delftware beaker vases The vases are hand crafted and hand painted in enchanting colors Floral decoration Chinoiserie with birds an...
Ceramic, Earthenware, Delft
$3,900 / set
H 14 in W 17 in D 1.5 in
Antique Savona Majolica Serving Dishes, Louis XV Style, Italy, 1820
Located in Montreal, QC
Antique pair of Savona Majolica serving dishes. Painted in blue, one depicts a satyr, putti and two young girls, all enjoying the new wine: the other is painted with an allegory of ...
Clay
$3,750
H 8.67 in Dm 5.91 in
Giovanni Gariboldi Ceramic Vase for Richard Ginori San Cristoforo, Italy 1930s
By Giovanni Gariboldi, Richard Ginori
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Ceramic vase designed by Giovanni Gariboldi in the 1930's for Richard Ginori, San Cristoforo, Italy. Bulbous white ceramic vase with a small opening and gold gilding. Richard - Gino...
Metal, Brass
English Majolica Jardinière
Located in Winter Park, FL
A large English Majolica glazed ceramic jardinière, or planter, oblong shape depicting a sleeping maiden in a field of wheat. Vividly colored glaze in...
Majolica
Italian Tin-Glazed Earthenware Polychrome ‘Majolica’ Double Handled Vase
Located in San Francisco, CA
A thickly-modeled Italian tin-glazed earthenware polychrome (majolica) double handled vase; possibly Florence; overall with blue and white floral an...
19th Century French Hand Painted Faience Ewer Vase from Normandy
Located in Dallas, TX
This tall, antique "Aiguiere" (ewer) was sculpted in Rouen, France, circa 1860. This delicate, ornate ceramic pitcher has one large handle, a sloped spout, four feet and an elegant s...
Ceramic, Faience