Ceramics in Milan

N 1Vaso Portavaso Richard Ginori Gio Ponti

Monumental ceramic wall plate with a chicken Signed A.R.

Vase Ceramica Della Richard Ginori. Model John Gariboldi

Maiolica tureen Pasquale Rubati Manufacture Milan, circa 1770 - 1780 Maiolica polychrome decorated “a piccolo fuoco” (third fire). It measures 6.69 in x 11,02 x 8.26 (17 x 28 x ...

Albisola “La Fenice” vase sculpture ceramic, 1930, Italy.

This dark blue lacquered ceramic vase ascribable to Guido Andlovitz, produced by Lavenia, Italy, 1970s. It is a vintage piece, therefore it might show slight traces of use, but it c...

A rare plate painted by Aligi Sassu. Signed and dated

Richard Ginori Gio Ponti Vase Holder

N 5 Vases Richard Ginori Gio Ponti Vase Holder

Two small dishes Antonio Maria Coppellotti Manufacture Lodi, Circa 1740 High fire polychrome majolica They measure: diameter 7.08 in(18 cm) Weight: 0.37 lb (170 g) State of conservat...

Monumental and rare Giovanni Gariboldi vase for Richard Ginori, Milano, Italy 1930s.

Made in Italy, 1980s. This catchall is made in ceramic and features hand painted parts. It might show slight traces of use since it's vintage, but it can be considered as in excelle...

Made in Italy, 1970s. This is a brown enameled earthenware vase with a linear pattern of different colors. It is a vintage item, therefore it might show slight traces of use, but it...

Assortment of 4 dishes with braided rim Antonio Ferretti Manufacture Lodi, circa 1770-1780 Maiolica polychrome decorated “a piccolo fuoco” (third fire). Measures: 14 x 10 in (35.5 x 25.5 cm); 12.2 x 8.39 in (31 x 21.3 cm); 10.4 x 9.65 in (26.5 x 24.5 cm); 10.8 x 9.61 in (27.5 x 24.4 cm). Weight: 4.4 lb (1.998 kg) State of conservation: some chips due to use on the edges and on the parts in relief. The four different dishes have a foot with a low lip from which extends a wide, flat, slanted rim resembling a basket weave. The small handles are painted green: they resemble wickerwork in the two oval dishes and take the form of a sinuous branch in the round ones. The third fire decoration is inspired by the naturalistic floral botanical patterns on the ceramics produced by the Hannong family in Strasbourg. Here the pattern is defined by the rapidity and subtlety of the brushstrokes and the result is particularly tasteful, characterized by compositional intelligence and pictorial expertise. A main corolla, either a wild or garden rose, is set slightly off center in each well. From this extends a thin stem holding a small secondary bud and there are small field florets dotting the composition to lend volume to the delicate bunch of flowers. On the brim, small polychrome flowers add color to the weave, accompanied by lanceolate leaves of a very intense green. There exist few and very rare examples for comparison with this morphology: a round plate - entirely consistent with those in question - has been dated to around 1775 (S. Levy, Maioliche settecentesche lombarde e venete, Milano 1962, tav. 200). Two other dishes with a basket rim, but with parallel striped brim decoration, were exhibited in the 1995 exhibition on Lodi ceramics; the attribution to the Lombard town near Milan is therefore almost exclusively derived from the decoration called "alla rosa contornata" or "alla vecchia Lodi" and constitutes one of the most popular decorations during the eighteenth century. (M. L. Gelmini, in Maioliche lodigiane del '700 (cat. mostra Lodi), Milano 1995, pp. 31 p. 162-163 nn. 181-182). This decorative choice represented a strong point of the Lodi factory, which established itself thanks to the vivid nature of the colors made possible by the introduction of a new technique perfected by Paul Hannong in Strasbourg and which Antonio Ferretti introduced in Italy. This production process, called “piccolo fuoco” (third fire), allowed the use of a greater number of colors than in the past; in particular, the purple of Cassius, a red made from gold chloride, was introduced. Its use allowed for many more tones and shades, from pink to purple. The Ferretti family had started their Maiolica manufacturing business in Lodi in 1725. The forefather Simpliciano had started the business by purchasing an ancient furnace in 1725 and, indeed, we have evidence of the full activity of the furnaces from April of the same year (Novasconi-Ferrari-Corvi, 1964, p. 26 n. 4). Simpliciano had started a production of excellence also thanks to the ownership of clay quarries in Stradella, not far from Pavia. The production was so successful that in 1726 a decree of the Turin Chamber came to prohibit the importation of foreign ceramics, especially from Lodi, to protect internal production (G. Lise, La ceramica a Lodi, Lodi 1981, p. 59). In its initial stages, the manufacture produced maolicas painted with the “a gran fuoco” (double fire) technique, often in turquoise monochrome, with ornamentation derived from compositional modules in vogue in Rouen in France. This was also thanks to the collaboration of painters like Giorgio Giacinto Rossetti, who placed his name on the best specimens next to the initials of the factory. In 1748 Simpliciano made his will (Gelmini, 1995, p. 30) appointing his son Giuseppe Antonio (known as Antonio) as universal heir. After 1750, when Simpliciano passed away, Antonio was directly involved in the Maiolica factory, increasing its fortunes and achieving a reputation on a European level. Particularly important was the aforementioned introduction in 1760 of the innovative “a piccolo fuoco” (third fire) processing, which, expanding the ornamental repertoire with Saxon-inspired floral themes, could commercially compete with the German porcelains that had one of its most renowned offerings in the naturalistic Deutsche Blumen. Antonio Ferretti understood and promoted this technique and this decoration, proposing it in a fresher and more corrective version, less linked to botanical tables...

Vase / Vase Holder Richard Ginori Gio Ponti

Painted ceramic vase Memphis Milano, Ilios by Luciano Florio Paccagnella, yellow color. He was an important member of the group when he created his series of unique handmade vases. ...

Maiolica centerpiece Pasquale Antonibon factory Nove di Bassano, Venice, 1740-1770. Measures: 1.85 in x 19.21 in x 15.27 in 4.7 cm X 48.8 cm X 38.8 cm. lb 5.29 (kg 2.4) State of conservation: thin passing fêlure with covered chipping and a glued foot The Antonibon were an important family of Venetian...

Zaccagnini “Cicogne” Ceramic, 1940, Italy.

Guido Andlovitz.

Made in Italy, 1960s - 1970s. This wonderful piece is made in crackle lacquered ceramic, which is labelled on the bottom. It is a vintage piece, therefore it might show slight trace...

Galvani Pordenone soup tureen centerpiece 1930 ceramic, Italy.

Tosin.

ViBi sculpture ceramic, 1950, Italy.

Two maiolica flower pots Antonio Ferretti Manufacture Lodi, Circa 1770 - 1780 Maiolica polychrome decorated “a piccolo fuoco” (third fire) The...

Ronzan baby tiger ceramic, 1950, Italy.

Italian Ceramic Vase Beige and Brown , Handmade 1970's ceramic Offered for sale is a vintage ceramic vase, in the shape of a stepped sphere. Based on its style, finishing and prese...

This striking sculpture is part of the Anatomica series by Vito Nesta, featuring decorative objects with simple and essential anatomical shapes characterized by bold, contrasting col...

Giovanni Gariboldi.

This antique French Provincial water jug in light yellow is a beautiful example of timeless craftsmanship. With its charming time-worn patina, this jug embodies the rustic elegance t...

Made in Italy, 1940s. This brass and glazed ceramic piece is made by Arturo Pannunzio. It is a vintage piece, therefore it might show slight traces of use, but it can be considered a...

Italian modern beige and white Ceramic poodle sculpture by Ronzan, 1970s. Sculpture in the shape of a poodle dog in white and beige ceramic. Produced and signed by Ronzan in 1970s. G...

Elegant and expressive, this stylized ceramic bowl-shaped vase flaunts a two-tone finish enriching its design with earthy tones, warm brown on the outside and yellow inside, the latter visible through the wide top opening. Perfect in a modern, neutral-toned interior where it will add a subtle pop of color, this low-profiled vase...

Umbrella stand model C300 by Antonia Campi for S.C.I. Laveno. Rare bicolor version of this sculptural piece.

Made in Italy, 1950s - 1960s. This wonderful piece is made by Giovanni Poggi and is hand modeled and painted with an abstract motif with an expressioni...

Rare set of ceramic pitcher and glasses by Franco Bucci for Laboratorio Pesaro. Marvelous colors and surface finish. Size refers to the pitcher.

Big Ceramic Tray - Marine Themed Ceramic - Collectible Handpainted Ceramic A handcrafted ceramic plate featuring a rich, dark green petroleum glaze, complemented by iridescent bubb...

Gio ‘ Ponti “Style “ Potiche Ceramic 1950 Italy.

S.Richard S.Cristoforo umbrella holder vase ceramic, 1920, Italy.

Crocefix Ronzan ceramic, 1950, Italy.

Mid-Century Modern - Hand-painted Ceramic Vase - Collectible Design Elegant and timeless Mid-Century Modern vase in Ceramic, handmade and hand-painted. This postmodern vase, whose s...

Made in Italy, 1940s. This brass, plexiglass and glazed ceramic piece is made by Arturo Pannunzio. It can be switched on. This is a vintage piece, therefore it might show slight tra...

Couple Porta Vasi Ceramic - Austria 1940 -

Pair of small coffee pots. Manufacture of Pasquale Rubati Milan, 1770 Circa Maiolica polychrome decorated “a piccolo fuoco” (third fire). a) height 7.87 x 5.51 x 3.93 in (20 x 14 x ...

Coffee assortment with “barbotine” decoration Manufacture of Pasquale Rubati or Felice Clerici Milan, 1770- 1780 Maiolica polychrome decorated “a piccolo fuoco” (third fire). ...

Made in Italy, 1950s. This is a glazed ceramic plate depicting two clown with two contrasting behaviors, which gives the scene a poetic narrative full of s...

Memphis Milano painted ceramic vase, Hsing by Ettore Sottsass, yellow star-shaped. Memphis Group, an Italian design and architecture collective founded by Ettore Sottsass, active bet...

Lenci vase holder centerpiece ceramic, 1931-1932, Italy.

This striking sculpture is part of the Anatomica series by Vito Nesta, featuring decorative objects with simple and essential anatomical shapes characterized by bold, contrasting col...

Assortment of bottle and glass coolers in Maiolica. Pasquale Rubati manufacture Milan, circa 1770 Maiolica polychrome decorated “a piccolo fuoco” (third fire) a - Bottle cooler 5.91 in x 5.91 in diameter (15 x 15 cm ) Weight: 1.86 lb (845 g) b - Bottle cooler 6.89 x 7.87 in diameter (17,5 x 20 cm) Weight: 2.09 lb (948 g) c - Pair of glass-cooler vases 3.94 x 3.94 in diameter (10 x 10 cm) Weight: 1.43 lb (650 g) Good state of conservation: a - some chipping from use on the edge; a - two fêlures covered on the edge; c - one has deep chippings on the edge and the other a subtle fêlure. Two Majolica factories were active in Milan in the 18th century. The first, starting from 1745, was owned by Felice Clerici; the other one by Pasquale Rubati from 1756. Rubati was in competition with Felice, whose worker he had been prior to opening his own workshop. On his death in 1796, the business was continued for a few more years by his son Carlo. Recent studies have recognized Pasquale Rubati's contribution as the creator of "Strasbourg-style" decorations with their particularly joyful depictions. This style had previously been attributed to the Lodi manufacturers. These works here, however, are a clear example of this production. The Majolica containers have different sizes, a cylindrical shape and rest on a low foot ring. The two largest are completed by handles in the shape of a zoomorphic mask with wide open jaws, while the smaller ones have handles applied with an anthropomorphic mask. All the works are characterized by elegant floral decoration. The two twin glass coolers show bunches of flowers centered around a main corolla, a rose or a peony paired...

Small oval tray Felice Clerici Manufactory 1745-1780 Milan, Circa 1770-1780 Maiolica polychrome. Dimensions: 10.82 x 8.66 in (27.5 x 22 cm); weight 0.4...

Made in Italy, 1960s. This ashtray / catchall is made in ceramic by Giancarlo Gabbianelli and features its original label. It may show slight traces of use since it's vintage, but ...

Painted ceramic vase Memphis Milano, Mitodea by Luciano Florio Paccagnella, yellow color. He was an important member of the group when he created his series of unique handmade vases...

Made in Italy, 1960s - 1970s. This is a blue and cyan glazed and engraved ceramic vase. It is a vintage item, therefore it might show slight traces of use, but it can be considered...

Made in Italy, 1950s. This stunning and elegant centerpiece is made in lacquered ceramic and is signed by the maker. It is a vintage piece, therefo...

Made in Italy, 1964. This is a set of hand-crafted lacquered earthenware plates signed by De Simone. It is a vintage set, therefore the plates might show slight traces of use, but ...

Made in Italy, 1950s. They are in in lacquered ceramic. These could be by Antonia Campi or Gio Ponti. These are vintage pieces, therefore they might show slight traces of use, but t...

Fenice Albisola, splendido vaso in ceramica anni '30 marcato "Fenice Albisola 41". Presente anche il simbolo grafico della manifattura. Measure: H35.

Italian Art Deco green ceramic vase with a circular motif by Deruda, 1940 ca. Art deco ceramic vase with a green background, with designs in shades of yellow and decorative buttonho...

Big Ceramic Tray - Marine Themed Ceramic - Collectible Handpainted Ceramic Offered for sale is a vintage, uncommon and very cool ceramic tray, handmade and hand painted, decorated w...

Big Ceramic Tray - Marine Themed Ceramic - Collectible Handpainted Ceramic Offered for sale is a vintage, uncommon and very cool ceramic tray, handmade and hand painted, decorated a...