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Material: Majolica
19th Century English Majolica Begonia Leaf Plate
19th Century English Majolica Begonia Leaf Plate

19th Century English Majolica Begonia Leaf Plate

Located in Winter Park, FL

A 19th Century English Majolica glazed ceramic begonia leaf plate with a single green leaf on dark brown ground with yellow accents. Mottled green,...

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19th Century American Beaux Arts Antique Majolica Decorative Objects

Materials

Majolica

Rare Delphin Massier Parrots Figural Vase
Rare Delphin Massier Parrots Figural Vase

Rare Delphin Massier Parrots Figural Vase

By Delphin Massier

Located in Chelmsford, Essex

Delphin Massier French Majolica figural vase which features a pair of parrots perched on a branch. The branch is supported by blue cylindrical vases at either end. The vases have flo...

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1890s Antique Majolica Decorative Objects

Materials

Majolica

Delphin Massier Majolica Birds on Bamboo Vase
Delphin Massier Majolica Birds on Bamboo Vase

Delphin Massier Majolica Birds on Bamboo Vase

By Delphin Massier

Located in Chelmsford, Essex

Delphin Massier French Majolica vase which features three bamboo stem vases forming a support for an egg on the top. The bamboo and egg is hand painted with flowers and leaves. Birds...

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1890s Antique Majolica Decorative Objects

Materials

Majolica

Italian Poodle Ceramic Dog Statue Figurine Vintage, 1980s
Italian Poodle Ceramic Dog Statue Figurine Vintage, 1980s

Italian Poodle Ceramic Dog Statue Figurine Vintage, 1980s

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Classic early 1980s Italian Poodle Majolica ceramic dog statue figurine. Nice addition to your room or entry hall. Made of Majolica ceramic, hand painte...

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1980s Italian Modern Vintage Majolica Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Majolica

Circa 1920s American McCoy Amaryllis Pattern Console Set
Circa 1920s American McCoy Amaryllis Pattern Console Set

Circa 1920s American McCoy Amaryllis Pattern Console Set

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

Circa 1920s McCoy Amaryllis pattern console set, American. Majolica pottery; 1926 pattern. Comprised of a small bowl & 2 small vases. 5/8" pre-glaze loss to interior rim, now with mi...

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1920s American Art Deco Vintage Majolica Decorative Objects

Materials

Majolica

Late 20th Century French Hand-Painted Barbotine Ceramic Rooster from Normandy
Late 20th Century French Hand-Painted Barbotine Ceramic Rooster from Normandy

Late 20th Century French Hand-Painted Barbotine Ceramic Rooster from Normandy

Located in Dallas, TX

This large colorful Majolica rooster was crafted in Normandy, circa 1980. Hand painted in the blue, green and brown palette, the proud symbol of France stands tall on a green base. T...

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Late 20th Century French Majolica Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Majolica

Minton Majolica Shell Flower Holder
Minton Majolica Shell Flower Holder

Minton Majolica Shell Flower Holder

By Minton

Located in Chelmsford, Essex

Minton Majolica flower holder which features a scallop shell supported by seaweed on a rocky base. Coloration: cream, brown, green, are predomin...

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1870s English Victorian Antique Majolica Decorative Objects

Materials

Majolica

Hand-Painted Italian Majolica Vase from Orvieto, Signed “NP”, 1960s
Hand-Painted Italian Majolica Vase from Orvieto, Signed “NP”, 1960s

Hand-Painted Italian Majolica Vase from Orvieto, Signed “NP”, 1960s

Located in Brescia, Brescia

A beautifully hand-painted majolica amphora from Orvieto, dating to the 1960s and signed “NP / Orvieto” on the underside. Richly decorated with vibrant arabesque motifs and warm, sat...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Majolica Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Majolica

Blue and White Albarello Bird Vase
Blue and White Albarello Bird Vase

Blue and White Albarello Bird Vase

Located in New York, NY

Blue and white Albarello bird vase. Blue and white ceramic Albarello jar or vase with hand-painted bird in foliage with magnificent blue tonal colouring in ...

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17th Century Italian Antique Majolica Decorative Objects

Materials

Majolica

Cantagalli Lusture Majolica Centerpiece
Cantagalli Lusture Majolica Centerpiece

Cantagalli Lusture Majolica Centerpiece

By Cantagalli

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Cantagalli Lusture Majolica centerpiece, Of tripartite form with center pierced urn, with mask medallions, raised on a confirming ovoid base. Decorated in all over foliate and scroll...

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Early 20th Century Italian Baroque Majolica Decorative Objects

Materials

Majolica

Blue and White Majolica Urn on Dragon Stand
Blue and White Majolica Urn on Dragon Stand

Blue and White Majolica Urn on Dragon Stand

Located in W Allenhurst, NJ

Blue and white painted Majolica urn on stand detailed with Dragon relief. Wonderful marbleized or flambe finish. Curbside to NYC/Philly $300

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20th Century Chinoiserie Majolica Decorative Objects

Materials

Majolica

Italian Majolica Terracotta Cat Figure Sitting on a Pillow
Italian Majolica Terracotta Cat Figure Sitting on a Pillow

Italian Majolica Terracotta Cat Figure Sitting on a Pillow

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A charming Italian majolica terracotta cat, beautifully hand-painted and glazed, seated regally upon a decorative pillow. Rich color and expressive detailing bring personality and wa...

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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Majolica Decorative Objects

Materials

Majolica, Terracotta, Paint

Antique Spanish Polychrome Ceramic Charger with a Bull Decoration
Antique Spanish Polychrome Ceramic Charger with a Bull Decoration

Antique Spanish Polychrome Ceramic Charger with a Bull Decoration

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

Circa 1800 Spanish Majolica Faience centerpiece bowl or charger. This charming collectible antique painted ceramic dish is decorated with a large rear facing bull and with polychrom...

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Early 19th Century Spanish Folk Art Antique Majolica Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Majolica

Victorian Minton Majolica Marine Vase with Merboys
Victorian Minton Majolica Marine Vase with Merboys

Victorian Minton Majolica Marine Vase with Merboys

By Minton

Located in Chelmsford, Essex

Minton Majolica vase which features three merboys supporting a vessel adorned with seaweeds. The rim of the vase is modelled to depict breaking waves. Turquoise ground version. Colou...

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1860s English Victorian Antique Majolica Decorative Objects

Materials

Majolica

Mid-19th Century French Hand Painted Ceramic Barbotine Cache Pot with Bird Decor
Mid-19th Century French Hand Painted Ceramic Barbotine Cache Pot with Bird Decor

Mid-19th Century French Hand Painted Ceramic Barbotine Cache Pot with Bird Decor

Located in Dallas, TX

Decorate a tabletop with this colorful, antique Majolica planter. Sculpted in France circa 1860, the ceramic vase stands on three bracket feet over a round and bombe body topped with...

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Mid-19th Century French Antique Majolica Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Majolica

Karlsruhe Majolika Manufactory Sculpture, Dogs, Dachshund, Germany, 20th Century
Karlsruhe Majolika Manufactory Sculpture, Dogs, Dachshund, Germany, 20th Century

Karlsruhe Majolika Manufactory Sculpture, Dogs, Dachshund, Germany, 20th Century

By Majolica Manufactory of Karlsruhe

Located in Greven, DE

Beautiful figure of two dachshund puppies from the well-known Karlsruhe Majolika Manufactory. Marked on the bottom '5338', the production number. On the bottom we see the coat of arm...

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Early 20th Century German Art Deco Majolica Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Majolica

English Victorian Majolica Porcelain Ram Vase
English Victorian Majolica Porcelain Ram Vase

English Victorian Majolica Porcelain Ram Vase

Located in Queens, NY

English Victorian Majolica style porcelain vase with ram head sides.

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19th Century British Victorian Antique Majolica Decorative Objects

Materials

Majolica

Light Blue and Gray Ceramic Majolica Amphora Hand Painted Francois Boucher Italy
Light Blue and Gray Ceramic Majolica Amphora Hand Painted Francois Boucher Italy

Light Blue and Gray Ceramic Majolica Amphora Hand Painted Francois Boucher Italy

Located in Recanati, IT

Large ceramic amphora with handles, made and painted entirely by hand, central Italy production, year 2009. The decoration on the vase is a reproduction of a painting by Francois Bou...

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Early 2000s Italian Neoclassical Majolica Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Majolica

Jerome Massier Majolica Frog with Wheelbarrow
Jerome Massier Majolica Frog with Wheelbarrow

Jerome Massier Majolica Frog with Wheelbarrow

By Jerome Massier

Located in Chelmsford, Essex

Jerome Massier French Majolica posy holder which features a frog pushing a wheelbarrow. Colouration: green, brown, yellow, are predominant. The piece bears maker's marks for the Jero...

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1890s Antique Majolica Decorative Objects

Materials

Majolica

Ceramic Bowl by Bottega Vignoli Hand-Painted Majolica Italian Contemporary
Ceramic Bowl by Bottega Vignoli Hand-Painted Majolica Italian Contemporary

Ceramic Bowl by Bottega Vignoli Hand-Painted Majolica Italian Contemporary

By Bottega Vignoli

Located in London, GB

Ceramic bowl with Sardines decor, full-fire reduction faience earthenware 20 cm diameter, hand painted unique piece. Perfect decor for the wall or simply placed on a coffee table, th...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Majolica Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Earthenware, Majolica

Polychrome Italian Albarello Jar with Foliate Decorations, Late 19th Century
Polychrome Italian Albarello Jar with Foliate Decorations, Late 19th Century

Polychrome Italian Albarello Jar with Foliate Decorations, Late 19th Century

Located in Dallas, TX

More information coming soon… Hand-painted in Italy during the late 1800s, this polychrome albarello jar has a green ground beneath numerous foliate rinceaux in orange and white. T...

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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Majolica Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Majolica, Paint

Large Vase, Matte Finish Olive Green, Spheres 24kt Gold Luster, Handmade Italy
Large Vase, Matte Finish Olive Green, Spheres 24kt Gold Luster, Handmade Italy

Large Vase, Matte Finish Olive Green, Spheres 24kt Gold Luster, Handmade Italy

By deBlona

Located in Recanati, IT

Exquisite large dark olive green vase with a matte finishing, alternating with reflective surfaces embellished with 24Kt gold luster. This technique sees ceramics to undergo three co...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Majolica Decorative Objects

Materials

Gold, Gold Plate

Italian Mid Century Majolica Hanging Mask of Bacchus Large Hand Painted
Italian Mid Century Majolica Hanging Mask of Bacchus Large Hand Painted

Italian Mid Century Majolica Hanging Mask of Bacchus Large Hand Painted

Located in W Allenhurst, NJ

A jolly, handmade and hand painted Italian ceramic mask depicting the Roman god of wine and intoxication adorned with a crown of grapes. Perfect for wine lover in your life! Maker's ...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Majolica Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Majolica, Pottery, Terracotta

Pair of Mid-Century Italian Capodimonte Style Porcelain Figural Sculptures
Pair of Mid-Century Italian Capodimonte Style Porcelain Figural Sculptures

Pair of Mid-Century Italian Capodimonte Style Porcelain Figural Sculptures

By Capodimonte

Located in Dallas, TX

Striking pair of Italian porcelain figural sculptures crafted circa 1950 in the Capodimonte tradition, depicting a young peasant couple in richly detailed, hand-painted attire. Model...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Majolica Decorative Objects

Materials

Majolica, Porcelain

Pair of Hugo Lonitz Majolica Satyr Vases
Pair of Hugo Lonitz Majolica Satyr Vases

Pair of Hugo Lonitz Majolica Satyr Vases

Located in Chelmsford, Essex

Pair of Hugo Lonitz Majolica vases which feature satyr masks to the side, with grape vine swags. Colouration: cobalt blue, green, cream, are predo...

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1880s German Victorian Antique Majolica Decorative Objects

Materials

Majolica

Large Minton Majolica Wine Cistern, circa 1875
Large Minton Majolica Wine Cistern, circa 1875

Large Minton Majolica Wine Cistern, circa 1875

Located in New York, NY

Modelled by Louis-Francouis Jeannest (1813-1857). Literature: Marilyn G. Karmason with Joan B. Stacke, Majolica: A Complete History and Illustrated Survey, 1989, p. 64, illustrated...

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1870s Antique Majolica Decorative Objects

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Majolica

Antique Hand Painted Majolica Vase from Umbria, circa 1870
Antique Hand Painted Majolica Vase from Umbria, circa 1870

Antique Hand Painted Majolica Vase from Umbria, circa 1870

Located in Dallas, TX

From Italy, this hand painted majolica vase has two scenes divided by scrolling snake handles. One side depicts a trophy of arms with black eagle supporters, a flag and a ribbon date...

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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Majolica Decorative Objects

Materials

Majolica

Pair of Minton Majolica Dove Flower Holders
Pair of Minton Majolica Dove Flower Holders

Pair of Minton Majolica Dove Flower Holders

By Minton

Located in Chelmsford, Essex

Pair of Minton Majolica flower holders which feature a fantail pigeon, standing on a leafy base. Flower inserts around the tail. Colouration: white, gre...

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1870s English Victorian Antique Majolica Decorative Objects

Materials

Majolica

Wilhelm Schiller & Sons Majolica Peacock Vase
Wilhelm Schiller & Sons Majolica Peacock Vase

Wilhelm Schiller & Sons Majolica Peacock Vase

By Wilhelm Schiller & Son

Located in Chelmsford, Essex

Schiller Majolica vase which features a peacock seated on a pedestal. Coloration: blue, green, yellow, are predominant. The piece bears maker's marks for ...

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1880s German Victorian Antique Majolica Decorative Objects

Materials

Majolica

Pair of Unique Ceramic Vases Fat Lava Style with Art Nouveau/Art Deco Influence
Pair of Unique Ceramic Vases Fat Lava Style with Art Nouveau/Art Deco Influence

Pair of Unique Ceramic Vases Fat Lava Style with Art Nouveau/Art Deco Influence

Located in Antwerp, BE

Pair of Unique Mid-Century Ceramic Vases – Fat Lava Style with Art Nouveau/Art Deco Influences A stunning and rare pair of mid-20th-century ceramic vases, reminiscent of the iconic ...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Majolica Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Majolica

Aldo Londi for Bitossi “Rimini Blu” Etruscan Revival Ceramic Vase, Italy, 1960s
Aldo Londi for Bitossi “Rimini Blu” Etruscan Revival Ceramic Vase, Italy, 1960s

Aldo Londi for Bitossi “Rimini Blu” Etruscan Revival Ceramic Vase, Italy, 1960s

By Bitossi, Aldo Londi

Located in Valencia, VC

Aldo Londi for Bitossi Rimini Blu ceramic vase, Italy, 1960s. Brick-shaped form with a strong, architectural profile. The surface is decorated with horizontal bands of impressed Et...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Majolica Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Clay, Earthenware, Faience, Majolica

Large French Majolica Lizard Vallauris Circa 1950
Large French Majolica Lizard Vallauris Circa 1950

Large French Majolica Lizard Vallauris Circa 1950

By Vallauris

Located in Austin, TX

Large French Majolica Lizard Vallauris Circa 1950. Wall applique. 19 inches H by 6 inches W , D / 5 inches.

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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Majolica Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Faience, Majolica

Pair of German Majolica Lady And Gent Figures
Pair of German Majolica Lady And Gent Figures

Pair of German Majolica Lady And Gent Figures

Located in Chelmsford, Essex

Pair of German Majolica figurals which feature a well dressed lady and gentleman, walking a dog. Coloration: blue, cream, turquoise, are predominant. Bea...

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1880s German Victorian Antique Majolica Decorative Objects

Materials

Majolica

Delphin Massier Majolica Cockerel/Rooster Vase
Delphin Massier Majolica Cockerel/Rooster Vase

Delphin Massier Majolica Cockerel/Rooster Vase

By Delphin Massier

Located in Chelmsford, Essex

Delphin Massier Majolica figural vase which features a cockerel/rooster stood in front of a vase, which is modelled in the form of corn. Colouration: yellow, pink, teal blue, are pre...

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1890s Antique Majolica Decorative Objects

Materials

Majolica

Ceramic Vase by Bottega Vignoli Hand-Painted Majolica Italy Contemporary
Ceramic Vase by Bottega Vignoli Hand-Painted Majolica Italy Contemporary

Ceramic Vase by Bottega Vignoli Hand-Painted Majolica Italy Contemporary

By Bottega Vignoli

Located in London, GB

Bottega Vignoli - Cosmatesque Vase, 2025 Hand-thrown molded shape, Hand-Painted Majolica full reduction firing Approx 38cm diameter x 34cm height Unique piece. Bottega Vignoli,...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Classical Roman Majolica Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Majolica

19th Century French Thomas Sergent Hand Painted Faience Barbotine Ewer
19th Century French Thomas Sergent Hand Painted Faience Barbotine Ewer

19th Century French Thomas Sergent Hand Painted Faience Barbotine Ewer

By Thomas Victor Sergent

Located in Dallas, TX

Add this elegant antique Majolica ewer to your faience collection. Crafted in France, circa 1870, and attributed to the French artist Thomas Sergent, the tall "Aiguiere" dressed wit...

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Mid-19th Century French Antique Majolica Decorative Objects

Materials

Faience, Majolica

19th Century French Ceramic Barbotine Wall Platter with Apples Signed Longchamp
19th Century French Ceramic Barbotine Wall Platter with Apples Signed Longchamp

19th Century French Ceramic Barbotine Wall Platter with Apples Signed Longchamp

By Longchamp

Located in Dallas, TX

Decorate a kitchen wall with this colorful, antique Majolica plate! Sculpted in France, circa 1880, the large platter is round in shape, and features hand painted motifs with three ...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Majolica Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Majolica

Modern Vase, Matte Finish Warm White, Spheres 24kt Gold Luster, Handmade Italy
Modern Vase, Matte Finish Warm White, Spheres 24kt Gold Luster, Handmade Italy

Modern Vase, Matte Finish Warm White, Spheres 24kt Gold Luster, Handmade Italy

By deBlona

Located in Recanati, IT

Elegant warm white vase with a matte finishing, alternating with reflective surfaces embellished with 24Kt gold luster. This technique sees ceramics to undergo three cooking phases: ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Majolica Decorative Objects

Materials

Gold, Gold Plate

Authentic Talavera Decorative Vase Folk Art Vessel Mexican Ceramic Blue White
Authentic Talavera Decorative Vase Folk Art Vessel Mexican Ceramic Blue White

Authentic Talavera Decorative Vase Folk Art Vessel Mexican Ceramic Blue White

Located in Queretaro, Queretaro

Elegant white and blue vessel made with the Talavera technique. Artist, Cesar Torres portraits the colonial art of Mexico. The Talavera is not just a simple painted ceramic: its exquisite decoration is the product of a delicate process of alchemy that translates into fine enamels. In Puebla, Mexico few people still produce using Talavera with the ancestral techniques. One of those few is Cesar Torres, Don Cesar learned his art in the workshop of the Uriarte family, an excellent workshop where his grandfather worked. In his creations he uses the black and white mud that is obtained from the nearby hills of Loreto and Guadalupe, and colors of mineral origin that he creates in his workshop with recipes from his grandfather. All the pieces are modeled in a traditional way and go through a production process that usually takes from one to two months, between drying, burning, and painting. Being surrounded by a living tradition, Cesar Torres Jr., learned from his father since childhood. Architect by profession, Cesar Jr. has come to revolutionize and modernize with new designs and ideas of the current world, nevertheless always respecting the tradition of the processes and materials that make Talavera a Creole art...

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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Spanish Colonial Majolica Decorative Objects

Materials

Clay, Ceramic, Majolica

Majolica Plate Centerpiece Ceramic Wall Dish Hand-Painted Dolphins Deruta Italy
Majolica Plate Centerpiece Ceramic Wall Dish Hand-Painted Dolphins Deruta Italy

Majolica Plate Centerpiece Ceramic Wall Dish Hand-Painted Dolphins Deruta Italy

By deBlona

Located in Recanati, IT

Majolica dish hand made and hand-painted in Deruta, Italy, according to the original Renaissance painting technique. The dish is enriched by the presence of four metamorphic dolphin-...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Renaissance Majolica Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Majolica

19th Century French Hand Painted Barbotine Faience Vase on Stand from Montigny
19th Century French Hand Painted Barbotine Faience Vase on Stand from Montigny

19th Century French Hand Painted Barbotine Faience Vase on Stand from Montigny

Located in Dallas, TX

This colorful majolica two-piece urn and base was sculpted in Montigny sur Loing, France, circa 1860. Tall and oval in shape, the ceramic jardinière stands on a hand carved tripod wo...

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Mid-19th Century French Antique Majolica Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Faience, Majolica, Mahogany

Italian Albarello Jar, hand painted Italian Jug, Majolica
Italian Albarello Jar, hand painted Italian Jug, Majolica

Italian Albarello Jar, hand painted Italian Jug, Majolica

Located in Bradenton, FL

An impressively formed antique hand painted Italian Faenza Majolica ceramic vessel. Made in the early 1900s. The jug is decorated with colorful floral ...

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Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Majolica Decorative Objects

Materials

Majolica

Majolica Palissy Puttis Jardinière, circa 1880
Majolica Palissy Puttis Jardinière, circa 1880

Majolica Palissy Puttis Jardinière, circa 1880

By Thomas Victor Sergent

Located in Austin, TX

Oversize Palissy jardinière inspired by the Renaissance attributed to Thomas Sergent, circa 1880. Fauns heads handles. The School of Paris was composed by makers as Victor Barbizet...

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1880s French Renaissance Revival Antique Majolica Decorative Objects

Materials

Majolica, Ceramic, Faience

19th Century French Painted Porcelain Barbotine Jardinière with Floral Motifs
19th Century French Painted Porcelain Barbotine Jardinière with Floral Motifs

19th Century French Painted Porcelain Barbotine Jardinière with Floral Motifs

Located in Dallas, TX

Decorate a tabletop in your home with this elegant and colorful antique Majolica jardinière. Crafted in France, circa 1870, the ceramic planter stands on tree trunk form feet and fea...

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Mid-19th Century French Antique Majolica Decorative Objects

Materials

Majolica, Porcelain, Faience

Cobalt Blue Majolica Vase Vessel Ceramic Centerpiece Sculpture Handmade, Italy
Cobalt Blue Majolica Vase Vessel Ceramic Centerpiece Sculpture Handmade, Italy

Cobalt Blue Majolica Vase Vessel Ceramic Centerpiece Sculpture Handmade, Italy

By deBlona

Located in Recanati, IT

The “Abisso” vase, crafted and painted by hand in Italy, draws inspiration from the mysterious depths of the ocean. Its unique coloring technique ensures that no two pieces are alike...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Majolica Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Majolica

Large majolica Albarello with pharmaceutical writing, Italy circa 1730.
Large majolica Albarello with pharmaceutical writing, Italy circa 1730.

Large majolica Albarello with pharmaceutical writing, Italy circa 1730.

Located in Milan, IT

Large majolica Albarello with a flared central body with curvatures at shoulder height, wide distinct foot (8,75’’), flared and moulded. Wide mouth, strongly projecting harpy-shaped ...

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Mid-18th Century Italian Antique Majolica Decorative Objects

Materials

Majolica

19th Century Majolica Palissy Tobacco Jar Thomas Sergent
19th Century Majolica Palissy Tobacco Jar Thomas Sergent

19th Century Majolica Palissy Tobacco Jar Thomas Sergent

By Thomas Victor Sergent

Located in Austin, TX

Large Majolica Palissy tobacco jar attributed to Thomas Sergent, circa 1880 unsigned. Naturalistic movement of the end of 19th century. The jar have the shape of a trunk with a bir...

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1880s French Victorian Antique Majolica Decorative Objects

Materials

Majolica, Ceramic, Faience

French Neo-Classical Cobalt Blue Majolica Vase by Sarreguemines, 1920s
French Neo-Classical Cobalt Blue Majolica Vase by Sarreguemines, 1920s

French Neo-Classical Cobalt Blue Majolica Vase by Sarreguemines, 1920s

By Sarreguemines

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Elegant antique Neoclassical style French cobalt blue majolica vase. Made by Sarreguemines circa 1920. Maker's mark on reverse. This stylish vase is decorated with gold gilt laurel w...

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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Majolica Decorative Objects

Materials

Majolica

Mediterranea Ceramic Plate Hand Painted Glazed Majolica Italy Contemporary
Mediterranea Ceramic Plate Hand Painted Glazed Majolica Italy Contemporary

Mediterranea Ceramic Plate Hand Painted Glazed Majolica Italy Contemporary

By Bottega Vignoli

Located in London, GB

Bottega Vignoli, Mediterranea large plate, hand-painted Italian majolica Approx. 55cm diameter Perfect décor for the wall or simply placed at the centre of a table, this stunning ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Majolica Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Majolica

Antique Saint-Clément Majolica Jardinière with Pink and Green Floral Motif
Antique Saint-Clément Majolica Jardinière with Pink and Green Floral Motif

Antique Saint-Clément Majolica Jardinière with Pink and Green Floral Motif

Located in LA CIOTAT, FR

This charming French majolica cache pot by Saint-Clément beautifully captures the exuberance and craftsmanship of late 19th-century ceramic design. Dating from the Napoleon III perio...

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19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Majolica Decorative Objects

Materials

Majolica, Ceramic, Paint

English Majolica Bird Triple Throated Vase
English Majolica Bird Triple Throated Vase

English Majolica Bird Triple Throated Vase

Located in Chelmsford, Essex

Unidentified English Majolica posy holder which features three birds, supporting baskets on their backs. Colouration: turquoise, white, green, are predominant. The piece bears maker'...

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1880s Antique Majolica Decorative Objects

Materials

Majolica

Antique and Vintage Majolica Vases, Bowls, Candleholders and Other Decorative Objects

The popularity of Victorian majolica, the gaily colored, metallic-oxide-glazed earthenware, has ebbed and flowed for more than a century. Right now, antique and vintage vases, bowls and other decorative objects appear to be having a moment — again.

Starting in the 1850s, people in the U.S. and the U.K. embraced these affordable housewares with unusual polychrome palettes (turquoise and pink) and whimsical forms (candlesticks shaped like dolphins). By the 1870s, majolica was being mass-produced for an ever-expanding middle class in countries like England, France, Sweden, Hungary and Portugal. Majolica was Art for Everyman. Its popularity coincided with interest in exotic Japonisme and scientific studies by the likes of Carl Linnaeus, Charles Darwin and John James Audobon.

Despite a similarity in name, Victorian majolica is significantly different in subject matter and form from its Italian forebear, Renaissance maiolica. That earlier earthenware bore gaily painted religious and mythological scenes, and unlike majolica, with its  lively contours, was not molded or three dimensional.

What was the attraction of majolica for the 19th-century collector? “Imagine what it looked like in a Victorian interior, with dark woods, heavy drapes and upholstered chairs and sofas,” says Susan Weber, founder of the Bard Graduate Center in New York. “Majolica is robust and extremely tactile. With its naturalistic shapes, colorful glazes and often humorous themes, it appealed to the growing consumer society.” 

In England, manufacturers like Minton began to produce decorative, relief-molded majolica tiles for the interiors of taverns, train stations, even the famous Queen’s Dairy at Frogmore, on the grounds of Windsor Castle. In 19th-century France, Sèvres and smaller ceramics firms began to reinterpret the snake-decorated platters made by Bernard Palissy, a 16th-century self-taught French potter. The result was a type of majolica called Palissy ware, which, like the originals, was festooned with odd creatures (lobsters, lizards and snakes) modeled by hand.

The late Moroccan-born, Paris-based decorator Alberto Pinto often placed Palissy ware in his clients’ living rooms, posing individual pieces on brackets against a background of stamped, gilded leather. Pinto, in turn, influenced such contemporary decorators as Harry Heissmann of New York. After 1900, people got swept up in the romanticism of Art Nouveau and ceased buying majolica. The 1970s saw a revival of interest, and in 1982, the Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum, in New York, organized “English Majolica,” an exhibition featuring 75 examples from Minton, Wedgwood and George Jones, among other makers. 

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