Majolica Glazed Ceramic Monkey Centerpiece/Compote. Majolica glazed ceramic pottery centerpiece or compote in the shape of a monkey, accompanied by its child, holding up a leaf as tray.

Condition:  Crackling glaze. 

Size: 13 1/2 x 9 x 13 1/2 in. 

Majolica is a type of tin-glazed earthenware distinguished by its vibrant colors, glossy surface, and often elaborate decoration, which originated in the Renaissance period and drew inspiration from earlier Islamic pottery traditions. Produced primarily in Italy and Spain, Majolica typically features painted scenes of mythology, biblical narratives, or intricate floral and geometric patterns, all enhanced by the brilliant white, opaque glaze that allows colors to stand out vividly. By the 19th century, the term also came to describe brightly colored, molded earthenware popular in Victorian England, characterized by naturalistic motifs such as leaves, fruits, and animals. Today, Majolica is admired both for its artistry and historical significance, reflecting a long tradition of merging functional ceramics with painterly expression.

Crackling glaze. 

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