Earthenware Ceramics

Majolica plate with hen & chicks signed Hippolyte Boulenger Choisy le Roi, circa 1890. The manufacture of Choisy le Roi was one of the most important manufacture at the end of 19th c...

Mid-20th Century Italian Basket Tureen with Cabbage and Crab Lid ___________________________________________________________________________ Eye-catching hand painted glazed ceramic ...

Art Nouveau Majolica glazed tableware set of 10 pieces Leaves pattern in relief. Sarreguemines Majolica is a type of earthenware, decorated with colored lead glazes. Majolica was m...

A 19th century English George Jones Majolica glazed ceramic plate with grapevine pattern in green and brown, center medallion and ochre banded rim. Mottled color on reverse side with...

- Handbuilt terracotta ceramic wall light - made of clay collected from the potter's surroundings. - made in the Moroccan Rif mountains by the potter Houda. - co-created by the potte...

This English creamware shell shaped dish, made circa 1820, is distinguished by its rich combination of yellow, brown, and gold. The warm yellow groun...

Early Arista y Cuenca tile made in Toledo. Azulejo Toledano. Alhambra tile decorated in renaissance mudejar style geometrical design. Probably made between 1550 and 1575. In very g...

A fine Majolica vegetable tower or topiary, attributable to the ceramic artisans of Este, Italy, featuring a naturalistic relief of vegetables upon...

A refined Art Deco lidded jar designed by Einar Luterkort and produced by Upsala‑Ekeby between 1932 and 1938. This elegant Swedish stoneware piece features a soft celadon green glaze...

An 18th century Wedgwood creamware double salt cellar. The form consisting of two basket (or pail-form) bowls joined at the rim and connected by ...

19th Century green Majolica tureen with grapes. East of France. Measures: height / 6.5 diameter / 6" by 5"  

- Handbuilt terracotta ceramic wall light - made of clay collected from the potter's surroundings. - made in the Moroccan Rif mountains by the potter Houda. - co-created by the potte...

Italian creamware lion mask cachepot.. Antique neoclassical creamware soup tureen cachepot with three ringed lion masks supported on tripod tapering legs with lion paw feet on circul...

This mochaware bowl measures 11.25 inches in diameter and was produced in Staffordshire, England in the early 19th century. Bowls of this scale are unco...

Elegant white and blue jar made with the authentic Talavera technique. Master artisan, 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...

A George Jones Majolica Game Pie Tureen, the cover formed as a domed rustic mound with green glazed ferns and grasses, surmounted by a naturalistically molded and glazed recumbent do...

Acquareccia plate Patanazzi workshop Urbino, last quarter of the 16th century It measures diameter 17.12 in; foot diameter 11.53 in; height 1.88 in (43.5 cm; 29.3 cm; 4.8 cm). Weight State of conservation: wear and a few small minimal detachments of enamel, chipping on the raised areas, peeling of enamel at the brim on the back. This large, shallow basin is equipped with a wide and convex well. It is umbonate with a contoured center. The brim, short and flat, is enclosed in a double rounded and barely raised edge. The basin has a flat base without rims; it has a slightly concave center in correspondence to the well. The shape takes inspiration from the basins associated with the metal forged amphora pourers that traditionally adorned the credenza. These were used from the Middle Ages to wash hands during banquets. Two or three people washed their hands in the same basin and it was considered an honor to wash one’s hands with an illustrious person. The decoration is arranged in concentric bands with, in the center of the umbo, an unidentified shield on a blue background: an oval banded in gold with a blue head, a gold star and a field with a burning pitcher. Rings of faux pods separate the center from a series of grotesque motifs of small birds and masks. These go around the basin and are, in fact, faithfully repeated on the brim. The main decoration develops inside the flounce of the basin, which sees alternating symmetrical figures of winged harpies and chimeras. The ornamentation, outlined in orange, green and blue, stands out against the white enamel background. This decorative style, defined since the Renaissance as “grottesche” or “raffaellesche”, refers to the decorations introduced after the discovery of the paintings of the Domus Aurea towards the end of the fifteenth century. The discovery of Nero's palace, buried inside Colle Oppio by damnatio memoriae, occurred by chance when a young Roman, in 1480, fell into a large crack which had opened in the ground on the hill, thus finding himself in a cave with walls covered with painted figures. The great artists present in the papal city, including Pinturicchio, Ghirlandaio, Raffaello, immediately visited these caves. The decorations found there soon became a decorative subject of immense success: the term grotesque , with the meaning of “unusual,” “caricatured,” or “monstrous,” was later commented by Vasari in 1550 as “una spezie di pittura licenziose e ridicole molto”( “a very licentious and ridiculous kind of painting”). The decorations “a grottesche” also widely circulated in ceramic factories, through the use of engravings, variously interpreted according to the creativity of the artists or the requests of the client. Our basin is reflected in similar artifacts produced at the end of the sixteenth century by the factories of the Urbino district. See the series of basins preserved in the main French museums, among which the closest in morphology is that of the Campana collection of the Louvre (Inv. OA1496); this however has a more complex figure decoration, while the decoration of our specimen is sober and with a watercolor style. The style, sure in its execution, approaches decorative results still close to the works produced around the middle of the sixteenth century by the Fontana workshop. The decoration is closely linked to their taste, which later finds its natural outlet, through the work of Antonio, also in the Patanazzi workshop. Studies show the contiguity between the two workshops due to the kinship and collaboration between the masters Orazio Fontana and Antonio Patanazzi, both trained in the workshop of Guido Fontana il Durantino. It is therefore almost natural that their works, often created according to similar typologies and under the aegis of the same commissions, are not always easily distinguishable, so much so that the presence of historiated or “grottesche” works by Orazio is documented and preserved in Antonio Patanazzi's workshop. Given that the studies have always emphasized the collaboration between several hands in the context of the shops, it is known that the most ancient “grottesche” works thus far known, can be dated from 1560, when the Fontana shop created the so-called Servizio Spagnolo (Spanish Service) and how, from that moment on, this ornamentation became one of the most requested by high-ranking clients. We remember the works created for the Granduchi di Toscana, when Flaminio Fontana along with his uncle Orazio supplied ceramics to Florence, and, later, other commissions of considerable importance: those for the service of the Duchi d’Este or for the Messina Farmacia of Roccavaldina, associated with the Patanazzi workshop when, now after 1580, Antonio Patanazzi began to sign his own work. Thus, in our basin, the presence of masks hanging from garlands, a theme of more ancient memory, is associated in the work with more advanced stylistic motifs, such as the hatching of the chimeras and harpies. These are found here on the front with the wings painted in two ornate ways. In addition, the theme of the birds on the edge completes the decoration along the thin brim and can be seen as representing an early style typical of the Urbino district during a period of activity and collaboration between the two workshops. Later, a more “doll-like” decorative choice, typical of the end of the century and the beginning of the seventeenth century, characterized the period of the Patanazzi workshop under the direction of Francesco. Bibliography: Philippe Morel, Il funzionamento simbolico e la critica delle grottesche nella seconda metà del Cinquecento, in: Marcello Fagiolo, (a cura di), Roma e...

A Minton Majolica Game Pie Tureen, Cover, and Liner, the base molded as a wicker basket with green glazed oak leaves and banded branch handles on raised feet, the cover with high rel...

Regina Gouda Delft Hand-Painted Plate – Peacock & Floral Motif with Gold Trim, Made in Holland, A beautifully hand-painted Dutch Delft plate by Regina, Gouda, Holland, featuring an ...

This is 1953 Art glazed Ceramic Charger Painted with two stylised blue figures suggesting dance movement on an off white background with earth brown and grass green soil with a touch...

A large dish in faience designed by Stig Lindberg at Gustavsberg Studio, it´s 30 x 19,5 cm (12" x 7.8"). It´s in excellent condition except from a minor un-glazed spot from the produ...

This is a large and very charming dish designed by Ilse Claesson for Rörstrand. This stunning 30 cm diameter dish, features a romantic hand-painted motif typical of the 1920s-1930s countryside, showcasing a cute red color. The centerpiece of the dish depicts a bird surrounded by flowers, all framed by an outer border with painted squares that resemble a bamboo grid. About Ilse Claesson Ilse Claesson (1907–1999) was one of Sweden's most prominent ceramic artists of the 20th century. After studying at the School of Design and Crafts in Gothenburg, she began working at the Rörstrand factory during the 1920s and 1930s. Ilse became well-known for her Art Deco-inspired designs, and her work is represented at the Swedish National Museum of Art and Design. She was also known as Ilse Roempke...

This is a beautiful pair of deep plates or Soup Bowls in the blue and white Rome or Tiber Pattern, produced by the Spode factory and made of a type of earthenware pottery called Pear...

Majolica plate birds with grapes signed Sarreguemines, circa 1880.

Very large albarello with polychrome decoration called “al tacchiolo” of foliage with stylized flowers. Marked under the base: “N°20 Pesaro, 18th century. Fabbrica Casali Callegari ...

This Jacquot pot is made of polychromed earthenware big fire. This is a French work from the city of Lille. Mid-18th century.

A Minton pottery tile designed by Christopher Dresser in 1873. This tile, designed by Christopher Dresser and made in 1873, exemplifies the Aesthetic Movement ethos of the home as...

Majolica Cockerel Spill Vase by Choisy-le-Roi, naturalistically modeled and glazed as a crowing rooster on a molded barnyard base, the rectangular vase formed by simulated stacked st...

Beautiful pair of vases made by Sarreguemines France. Underglaze mark. Nice addition to your table or just to display. Please see detailed pictures for vintage as found condition. Ma...

Wall hanging sculpture by Britt-Ingrid Persson, Sweden, 1960s. Earthenware. Signed. Measures: H: 24 cm W: 19.5 cm D: 19.5 cm.

The designs on this French faience group is typical of pottery made in Rouen. Early 20th century French hand-painted Faience vasse from Rouen Marking on the bottom: "Rouen Fait M...

- Handbuilt terracotta ceramic corner wall light - made of clay collected from the potter's surroundings. - made in the Moroccan Rif mountains by the potter Houda. - co-created by th...

English majolica green-glazed 9.13-inch plate, with relief molded geranium plants and blossoms and a shaped rim by the English firm Hope & Carter, Burslem, Stoke-on-Trent, ca. 1870s....

Table set for 12 people "Le Parisien" by Creil & montereau. 12 different patterns with children playing with vegetables, eggs, frogs, nuts, snails, etc. Creil & Montereau marks with ...

- Handbuilt terracotta ceramic wall light - made of clay collected from the potter's surroundings. - made in the Moroccan Rif mountains by the potter Houda. - co-created by the potte...

Rare 19th century porcelain Palissy platter with fishs, eel, shells , crawfish and ivy leaves.

Six Early 20th century majolica plates with fruit decor, Earthenware. Differend fruit decorations, colourful painted. Underglaze mark. Small cracks in the ...

Eye-catching Majolica ceramic white and green strawberry shaped tureen. Manufactured by Bordalo Pinheiro, Portugal, 1960s. This cute tureen has a very realistic design with leaves on the top. A leaf shaped serving plate and a small serving spoon complete the set. This highly decorative serving piece will be a nice addition to any kitchen or dining table. It will be a cool choice used as sauce tureen. Excellent condition. On sale as a set of three pieces, strawberry tureen...

Majolica plate two parakeets on a blue background with oranges signed Salins, circa 1890.    

This antique Historism centerpiece / pedestal bowl is made of polychrom glazed majolica and features four cartouches decorated with high relief knight helmets and dragons. The manufa...

Full-Size George Jones Majolica Cow Cheese dome and stand (Stilton Dish), 11.75 height x 12.5 diameter inches, on a vivid deep pink glazed ground with str...

Rare 19th Century Majolica Porcelain Palissy Flounder Fish Wall Platter. 8.2 inches diameter.

Nice Mado Jolain vide-poche ceramic, circa 1950, France. Enameled white earthenware, pale creamy yellow, grey and black decor. Signed underneath. Dimens...

Majolica plate with hen & chicks signed Hippolyte Boulenger Choisy le Roi, circa 1890. The manufacture of Choisy le Roi was one of the most important manufacture at the end of 19th c...

French Majolica Parrots & Bamboo Plate signed Salins, circa 1890.    

An 18th century European ceramic pitcher, most probably from Germany, with glazed decoration in blue colour representing flowers on a beige background. It has most probably been used...

A set of 7 miniature blue and orange lustre bowl designed by Daisy Makeig-Jones for Wedgwood ca. 1920 and decorated with the 'Hummingbirds' pattern. Daisy Makeig-Jones’s lustreware ...

A charming French ceramic wash basin and pitcher set produced by the Sarreguemines manufactory, bearing the printed “Burgos U & Cie Sarreguemines” mark. Dating from circa 1900, t...

French Majolica Lobster ,Shrimp and frog Platter HB Choisy Le Roi Circa 1930. The manufacture of Choisy le Roi was one of the most important manufacture a...

19th Century French Majolica basket signed Choisy le Roi. H / 9 inches , 10" on 6.5 inches.

An unusual early modernist almond green and white vase. Designed by Anna-Lisa Thomson, for Upsala-Ekeby, Sweden, 1940. Stamped. Very good c...

French Majolica asparagus platter with a bow circa 1890.

English majolica green-glazed 9-inch plate, with relief molded geranium plants and blossoms and shaped rim, the reverse with impressed mark 'HOPE & CARTER, ENGLAND,' ca. 1880. For t...

Very decorative vase from the early art deco period, made in France. This object has a shape that looks like the ancient Greek amphorae, but has a four-pass stand to ensure stabili...

French Majolica grapes plate Salins on a light yellow background (East of France), circa 1890.

19th century majolica plates by Villeroy & Boch in unusual color combination of olive green and turquoise with relief design on front. Nice addition to your table or just to display....

Early Arista y cuenca tile made in Toledo. Tile decorated in renaissance with stylized flowers was probably made between 1550 and 1575.

Large Majolica asparagus plate signed Keller et Guerin Luneville, circa 1880. This plate exist in different colors and sizes.

Goldenrold mustard Majolica plate with a peacock signed Hippolyte Boulenger Choisy le Roi, circa 1890. The manufacture of Choisy le Roi was one of the most important manufacture at t...

This is a very good early decorative large earthenware pottery Soup Bowl or Deep Plate made by Zachariah Boyle of Hanley and Stoke, England, circa 1825...