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Antica Majolica Collection
Limoni Montelupo The Tuscan “refreshing” look ...
A true classic from Montelupo (Tuscany) and an Artistica’s
exclusive, created using the now rare technique called “Ingobbio”.
Prior to first firing, a glaze obtained from clay of different color
(Barbotina or Bianchetto) is applied only on the exterior part of
the object.
This ancient Tuscan process produces an authentic “Old World” look,
and adds significant body to the colors. You can actually feel the
consistent (almost raised) body of the painting when gently passing
your hand over decorated parts.
Due to the complexity of both preparation and painting, this
technique is now used by very few artisans, which makes these items
very hard to find. |
ANTICA MAJOLICA Collection
“Papero con Putto” (Duck with Angelic Putto)
Exclusive Museum Quality Reproductions from 16th century original
Tuscany's designs.
An Artistica classic, this group is also one of the most
sophisticated patterns we carry.
Painstakingly designed, the main subject “Papero con Putto” (Duck
with Angelic Putto), is surrounded by refined scrollwork typical of
the best Tuscan tradition.
Like most Artistica products, this superb Majolica features only
hand-made and free-hand painted items created by master artisans
from Tuscany.
Known for centuries as the “Land of Saints and Poets", the Tuscan
region continues its heritage of dedication to artistic tradition,
as passed down “from father to son” by ancient artisan families. |
