Maiolica Collection (#3)

French Renaissance enamel on metal, pottery painting, metal mosaic, (1898). Creator: Unknown
French Renaissance enamel on metal, pottery painting, metal mosaic, (1898). Figs 1-10: Decorations on Limoges-vessels (copper-enamelling), Fig 1 in private possession

Persian pottery, (1898). Creator: Unknown
Persian pottery, (1898). Figs 1-5: Ancient Persian fayence plates in the Musee Cluny at Paris. Figs 6 and 7: Borders from walls wainscoted with fayence. Fig 3. After an original drawing by C

Japanese weaving, painting and cloisonne, (1898). Creator: Unknown
Japanese weaving, painting and cloisonne, (1898). Examples of painted decoration, textiles and enamelling: Figs 1-7: Borders and patterns from silk stuffs

Italian Renaissance polychrome ceramics, (1898). Creator: Unknown
Italian Renaissance polychrome ceramics, (1898). Examples of painted faience: Figs 1, 6, 9, 11, 12, 13, 14 and 15: Wainscot-plates on the staircase-walls of the house Nr. 26 in Via Luccoli at Genoa

Details of Staircase Decoration, c1870s, (1881). Creator: John Watkins
Details of Staircase Decoration, c1870s, (1881). Etching of tiles on the West Staircase, leading to the Ceramic Gallery, in the South Kensington Museum in London

West Staircase, Leading to the Ceramic Gallery, c1876, (1881). Creators: John Watkins, John R
West Staircase, Leading to the Ceramic Gallery, c1876, (1881). The West Staircase in the South Kensington Museum, decorated with Frank Moodys ceramic tile mosaic pavement

Grandes Magasins De Blanc, 32-34 Rue du Marche au Poulets, Brussels, (1896-1897), c2014-2017
Grandes Magasins De Blanc, 32-34 Rue du Marche au Poulets, Brussels, Belgium, c2014-2017. Oscar Francois: 1896; Henri Privat-Livement (exterior): 1897

Lazio Roma Rome Castel Madama Castello Italy
Lazio Roma Castel Madama Castello, this is my Italy, the italian country of visual history, Medieval 14th century architecure, portico, loggia with spolia, inscribed funerary monuments fragments

Plate Arms Vitelleschi Family 1527 Maestro Giorgio Andreoli
Plate with the Arms of the Vitelleschi Family, 1527. Maestro Giorgio Andreoli (Italian, 1465-70-aft 1553). Tin-glazed earthenware with gold luster (maiolica); diameter: 26.3 cm (10 3/8 in.)

Bowl Peacock 1300s Spain Paterna 14th century
Bowl with Peacock, 1300s. Spain, Paterna, 14th century. Tin-glazed earthenware (maiolica); diameter: 27.3 cm (10 3/4 in.)

Albarello Pseudo-Kufic Letters 1300s Spain Paterna
Albarello with Pseudo-Kufic Letters, 1300s. Spain, Paterna, 14th century. Tin-glazed earthenware (maiolica); overall: 21.6 cm (8 1/2 in.)

Plate Depicting Three Graces 1525 Maestro Giorgio Andreoli
Plate Depicting Three Graces, 1525. Maestro Giorgio Andreoli (Italian, 1465-70-aft 1553). Tin-glazed earthenware with gold lustre (maiolica); diameter: 44.8 cm (17 5/8 in.)

Plate Arms Vigeri Family 1524 Maestro Giorgio Andreoli
Plate with the Arms of the Vigeri Family, 1524. Maestro Giorgio Andreoli (Italian, 1465-70-aft 1553). Tin-glazed earthenware with gold and red lustre (maiolica); diameter: 39.4 cm (15 1/2 in.)

Pair Pharmacy Bottles 1460-80 Italy Faenza 15th century
Pair of Pharmacy Bottles, c. 1460-80. Italy, Faenza, 15th century. Tin-glazed earthenware (maiolica); overall: 38.8 cm (15 1/4 in.)

Plate 1510 Painter Royal Procession Italian Tin-glazed earthenware
Plate, c. 1510. Painter of the Royal Procession (Italian). Tin-glazed earthenware (maiolica); diameter: 29.2 cm (11 1/2 in.)

Pharmacy Bottle 1460-80 Italy Faenza 15th century
Pharmacy Bottle, c. 1460-80. Italy, Faenza, 15th century. Tin-glazed earthenware (maiolica); overall: 38.8 cm (15 1/4 in.)

Two-Handled Oak Leaf Pharmacy Jar Fleur-de-Lys
Two-Handled " Oak Leaf" Pharmacy Jar with Fleur-de-Lys, c. 1430-1450. Workshop of Giunta di Tugio (Italian, c. 1382-1450). Tin-glazed earthenware (maiolica); overall: 29.6 cm (11 5/8 in.)

Albarello Two Rabbits 1300s Spain Paterna 14th century
Albarello with Two Rabbits, 1300s. Spain, Paterna, 14th century. Tin-glazed earthenware (maiolica); overall: 22.3 x 9.9 cm (8 3/4 x 3 7/8 in.)

Plate Lion late 1400s Italy Cafaggiolo 15th century
Plate: Lion, late 1400s. Italy, Cafaggiolo, 15th century. Tin-glazed earthenware (maiolica); diameter: 35.6 cm (14 in.); overall: 7.9 cm (3 1/8 in.)

Pilgrim Bottle 1540 Italy Faenza 16th century
Pilgrim Bottle, c. 1540. Italy, Faenza, 16th century. Tin-glazed earthenware (maiolica); overall: 34.6 x 19.4 x 12.4 cm (13 5/8 x 7 5/8 x 4 7/8 in.)

Minoan faience figure of a Snake Goddess, 17th century BC
Minoan faience figure of a Snake Goddess, from the central shrine of the Minoan Royal Palace at Knossos in Crete. Her bare breats emphasise the maternal nature of the goddess

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Maiolica, the art of ceramic mastery, finds its home in Ravello, a picturesque town nestled along the enchanting Amalfi Coast in Campania, Italy. The vibrant colors and intricate designs ceramics adorn every corner of this coastal paradise. Step into the cafa©"Las Misiones" in Montevideo's Old City and be greeted by an entrance door adorned with stunning maiolica tiles. Each tile tells a story, whispering tales from distant lands and ancient civilizations. Santa Chiara Monastery in Naples boasts a cloister adorned with majestic columns covered in delicate maiolica patterns. As you wander through this serene space, you can't help but feel transported to another time. Within Santa Chiara Monastery lies an ancient library filled with treasures beyond imagination. Amongst these treasures are beautifully crafted maiolica plates depicting historical scenes like "The Taking of Lugo, " capturing moments frozen in time on tin-glazed earthenware. Giovanni Battista da Faenza's masterpiece from 1563 showcases Darius III and his family before Alexander the Great on a ceramic plate. This exquisite work of art brings history alive as it graces any room it adorns. Intriguing mythological stories come to life on maiolica dishes like "Diana and Actaeon. " These tin-glazed earthenware pieces transport us to worlds where gods and mortals intertwine amidst breathtaking landscapes. Leda and the Swan captivate our senses as we gaze upon this mesmerizing scene depicted on a majolica tile. The beauty captured within these ceramics is truly awe-inspiring. Palacio da Praia's Hunting Room comes alive through majestically detailed tiles showcasing dogs attacking a bull. These ceramic masterpieces bring energy and excitement into any space they inhabit. Art Nouveau takes center stage at Roerstrand Factory with their magnificent majolica sink.