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CASENTINO “FUNGHI” Collection
Named after the upper valley of the Arno river that runs
through Tuscany...
This distinctive design was
created and named after the Tuscan “Casentino” region for a specific
reason: the whole Casentino area is known for its unique and
wonderfully balanced landscape abounding of peaceful forests where
uniquely tasteful “Funghi” (Mushrooms) grow in the wild.
FLORENTINE Collection
The Florentine with its
royal feeling
represents our most elegant
collection added this year!
The rich arabesque scrollwork is reproduced from ornaments
once decorating walls and ceilings throughout Italy during the
Renaissance era.
This chic design is “antiqued” by Artistica’s exclusive
patina that is carefully hand applied after final firing to achieve
the distinctive and durable "Old World" look. |
ANDREA Collection
Straight from Florence – Italy
A playful blue mesh background adds a contemporary touch to colorful
fruits and flowers fresh from the Tuscan countryside, but the vessel
shapes in this collection were historically researched, then
faithfully reproduced by the artist Andrea. Most notable is the
“Borraccia Toscana” (Item # ??), which was used to carry wine. This
vessel was made to be carried as a shoulder flask with four loops on
the sides to retain a leather strap.
FOR DECORATIVE PURPOSES ONLY
Decorative Oval Tuscan Canisters
In past centuries, ceramic canisters were perhaps the only way to
effectively store and preserve food, herbs and spices, due to the
use of fired clay which protected contents from external
temperature, humidity etc.
Modern technology brought us plastic and refrigeration, but these
hand-painted canisters still look great in kitchens and dining
areas.
FOOD SAFE
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