Vintage Italian Majolica Urn Signed F. Becheroni. Italian hand painted Majolica vase with thin scrolled handles, painted image of knights on horseback. Signed by artist. Marked on base, A45/1106/ITALY.

Size: 16 x 16 x 36 in.

Majolica is a type of earthenware pottery distinguished by its tin-glazed, brightly colored surface, often decorated with intricate designs, mythological scenes, or naturalistic motifs. Originating in the Renaissance period, particularly in Italy and Spain, Majolica became celebrated for its vivid palettes of cobalt blue, emerald green, ochre, and manganese purple, which stood out against a brilliant white ground. The technique involved applying a tin-based glaze that provided both a smooth surface for painting and a luminous finish after firing. Majolica was used for plates, chargers, tiles, and decorative vessels, serving both utilitarian and ornamental purposes. Its bold patterns, narrative imagery, and vibrant craftsmanship made it a hallmark of European ceramic artistry, with enduring influence on later pottery traditions.

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