Description
Small circa 1960s Italian ceramic mug / vase with handle produced in San Marino (a small, independent republic within Italy). Features a highly-textured 'fat lava' glaze, one of San Marino's signature finishes. 'Effetto Lacca' (enamel effect) was incorporated in the hand-decoration of the piece and depicts a female face with flowers.
Small, but striking piece of San Marino ceramics.
Once retained the "San Marino" label, which has since fallen off.
H: 4.25" x D: 3.1" x L: 3.75"
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Very nice, vintage shape
Dimensions:
Height: 4.25 in.
Width: 3.75 in.
Depth: 3.1 in.
Category: Mugs & Cups
Origin: Italy
Materials: Enamel, Pottery
Shipping:Domestic: Flat-rate of $19.00 to anywhere within the contiguous U.S. International: No International Shipping for this auction. Combined shipping: Please ask about combined shipping for multiple lots before bidding. Location: This item ships from Brooklyn, NY
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Small, but striking piece of San Marino ceramics.
Once retained the "San Marino" label, which has since fallen off.
H: 4.25" x D: 3.1" x L: 3.75"
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Very nice, vintage shape
Dimensions:
Height: 4.25 in.
Width: 3.75 in.
Depth: 3.1 in.
Category: Mugs & Cups
Origin: Italy
Materials: Enamel, Pottery
Shipping:
Your purchase is protected:
In the rare event that the item did not conform to the lot description in the sale, Chairish Auctions specialists are here to help. Buyers may return the item for a full refund provided you notify Chairish Auctions within 5 days of receiving the item.
Condition
Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Very nice, vintage shape
Buyer's Premium
20%
Mid-Century Italian Modern San Marino Fat Lava Ceramic and Enamel Mug / Vase With Handle
Estimate $20-$70
Starting Price
$10
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