14th C. Italian Orvieto Renaissance Pitcher
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Description
Europe, Italy, Orvieto, ca. 14th century CE. A ceramic cream earthenware pitcher adorned with traditional geometric and leaf-like patterns in black and green on thinly glazed ivory, a design that that originated during the early Renaissance in the hilltop town of Orvieto; a technique and style that would inspire Majolica earthenware pottery. A lovely example from Orvieto, one of Italy's most unique and interesting cities, known for its charming medieval character, mainly due to its celebrated Cathedral, a gem of Gothic architecture that took more than 100 years to build. Size: 6-3/4" (17.1 cm) x 5" (12.7 cm) at widest.
Provenance: Ex-private W. O'Keefe collection, Randolph, NJ.
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#108695
Provenance: Ex-private W. O'Keefe collection, Randolph, NJ.
All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back.
A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids.
#108695
Condition
Handle reattached and expected surface wear from age.
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14th C. Italian Orvieto Renaissance Pitcher
Estimate $800 - $1,200
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