Vintage Berardos Portugal Sec XVII Hand Painted Ceramic Vase Signed

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Graceful baluster or flared form with a glossy majolica-style glaze, entirely hand-painted in a rich polychrome palette. Lively scenes typically … Read more Graceful baluster or flared form with a glossy majolica-style glaze, entirely hand-painted in a rich polychrome palette. Lively scenes typically feature birds in flight, deer, rabbits, blooming flowers, castles, or distant landscapes – evoking historic Portuguese motifs with joyful, expressive brushwork unique to each artisan. The "Pintado à Mão" (hand-painted) technique delivers vivid, unfaded colors that pop against the creamy earthenware ground, with subtle details like scrolling foliage and architectural elements adding depth and charm.

**Key Features:**
- Maker: Berardos (often marked "Berardos Scarl" or simply "Berardos – Portugal")
- Markings: "Sec XVII" (17th century style), "Hand Painted," "Made in Portugal," plus artist's initials/signature and sometimes a model number
- Material: Fine earthenware/faience with lead-glaze finish
- Period: Mid-20th century (circa 1950s–1980s)
- Dimensions: Varies by piece – commonly 5" height (substantial yet elegant for display)
- Fully decorated for all-around appeal

**Condition:**
Excellent vintage condition with brilliant, saturated colors and crisp hand-painted details intact. No chips, cracks, hairlines, or repairs. Only light age-appropriate crazing that enhances authenticity. Signature and factory marks remain clear on the base.


Perfect as a standalone statement on a shelf, console, or mantel – stunning empty or filled with fresh/dried blooms. Brings instant Portuguese warmth and vintage artistry to traditional, eclectic, or Bohemian interiors.

A rare find from Berardos' golden era – these boldly painted, signed vases in pristine condition are true collector favorites! See less