Mid-Century Italian Majolica Cachepot with Iris Relief, 170s

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Beautiful hand-crafted ceramic cachepot from Italy, mid-20th century. The planter features a striking sculptural relief of white iris flowers and … Read more Beautiful hand-crafted ceramic cachepot from Italy, mid-20th century. The planter features a striking sculptural relief of white iris flowers and flowing leaves against a hand-painted green ground, with delicate gilded details to the blossoms.

A fine example of Italian majolica from the Bassano/Nove tradition, where naturalistic floral decoration and bold relief work were highly celebrated. The generous proportions make it perfect as a statement piece for plants or simply as a decorative accent.
• Italy, c. 1950s–70s
• Height: 22 cm (8.66 in.)
• Diameter: 26 cm (10.23 in.)
• Marked “Italy” to the base
• Fine vintage condition overall

This piece embodies the elegance and craftsmanship of Italian mid-century ceramics and adds a touch of sculptural artistry to any interior. See less