Vintage Ceramic Italian Vase

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Description

This is a vibrant majolica-style ceramic vase marked San Marco, likely Italian-made and probably mid-to-late 20th century.

Description:
• Form:
… Read more This is a vibrant majolica-style ceramic vase marked San Marco, likely Italian-made and probably mid-to-late 20th century.

Description:
• Form:
• A rounded, bulbous vase with a narrow, flared rim shaped like a ruffled flower bloom.
• The mouth has a scalloped, petal-like edge, adding a soft, organic silhouette.
• Surface Design:
• The body mimics a woven basket texture in a glossy, translucent green glaze.
• The neck transitions into a large, hand-painted flower — possibly a hibiscus or hollyhock — with layered petals in red, white, and yellow, blending into leafy details at the shoulder.
• The glaze work is loose and painterly, giving it a vibrant, artisanal look typical of Italian majolica ceramics.
• Markings:
• The base has a faded black stamp reading “San Marco”, a known Italian pottery producer associated with decorative ceramics.
• Other markings are faint, possibly indicating mold or style numbers.

Style & Use:
• The whimsical floral-basket motif is perfect for garden rooms, cottagecore décor, or spring-themed displays. See less