Italian 16th century tin glazed earthenware jar Caltagirone Sicily

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£2250

Dated: 1565 to 1600 Sicily Italy

A Caltagirone maiolica jar, 16th century Boldly painted with flowers and scrolling foliage on a blue ground, blue borders to the rims,probably a pharmacy vessel. The maiolica color decoration of turquoise, ochre and blue are painted in a vibrant swirls with outstanding decorative atmospheric appeal.

Dimensions: 10 inches high, 10 inches wide, 10 inches long

Current Condition: Some minor fritting and rubbing to glaze which do not detract from the appeal of this piece

£2250    $3037

Description

A Caltagirone maiolica jar, 16th century
Boldly painted with flowers and scrolling foliage on a blue ground, blue borders to the rims,probably a pharmacy vessel. The maiolica color decoration of turquoise, ochre and blue are painted in a vibrant swirls with outstanding decorative atmospheric appeal.

Additional information

Dimensions 10 × 10 × 10 in