Ceramic Grottaglie Vase, Italy, 19th Century

Description

Noble, handmade ceramic from Apulia, Italy.

Originally used as a storage vessel, it also looks decorative as a vase. The … more Noble, handmade ceramic from Apulia, Italy.

Originally used as a storage vessel, it also looks decorative as a vase. The minimal, simple design is broken out in a playful way by the sprenical glaze.
Imprinting and signs of wear are characterized by the authenticity of this supply vessel.
This glaze technique is traditionally referred to as sprenical glaze is particularly popular in Grottaglie, a small community in the Province of Apulia in Italy.
The sprenical glaze is likely to be owed to an increase or accident. Where exactly it was created remains unclear. However, their origin will probably go back to the Middle Ages. In ceramics made of grottaglie, it can be found primarily for large bowls in which laundry was also washed, but also to be found on storage vessels and bottles. For this spraying technique, in which children also practiced, branches were once used, especially those of the Thyman.

Height 21 cm
Diameter 15 cm less