Hand-Painted Ceramic Oil and Vinegar Cruets The Pine Tree Still Lives, Italy, 1950s, Set of 2

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"The pine still lives," this is how Barletta remembered its centuries-old giant.

An elegant pair of hand-painted and glazed ceramic … Read more "The pine still lives," this is how Barletta remembered its centuries-old giant.

An elegant pair of hand-painted and glazed ceramic cruets, designed for serving oil and vinegar. The tapered, dynamic shapes, typical of 1950s Italian design, combine with an expressionist-style pictorial decoration depicting glimpses of Italian villages, bare trees, and streetlights, evoking a poetic and melancholic atmosphere.

The two cruets are marked under the base with the inscription "Il Pino Italy," possibly evoking the memory of the famous "Pino di Barletta," a symbol of resistance and territorial identity. The craftsmanship is distinguished by the quality of the ceramic, the brilliance of the glazes, and the vividness of the colors, as well as the balance between function and decorative art.

Perfect as a collectible or display item, but also for elegant and distinctive everyday use.

???? Certificate of Authenticity
Item: Pair of ceramic oil and vinegar cruets
Signature: "Il Pino Italy"
Origin: Italy
Period: ca. 1950–1960
Technique: Glazed and hand-painted ceramic
Condition: Excellent, original from the period
Authenticity: This is to certify that the items described are authentic period pieces, handcrafted in Italy, with original painted decoration. See less