Mid 20th Century Large Majolica Swan Planter or Cache Pot in the Barbotine Style

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A striking mid-20th century Italian majolica planter or cache pot depicting a graceful wading bird—likely a swan standing near a … Read more A striking mid-20th century Italian majolica planter or cache pot depicting a graceful wading bird—likely a swan standing near a “cornware” Barbotine basket. Modeled with exceptional relief and finished in hand-painted glazes, this impressive decorative piece captures the natural elegance of the bird while serving as a substantial sculptural accent.
Crafted of glazed earthenware in the traditional Italian barbotine style, the sculpture features a brilliant white plumage contrasted by vibrant green cattails, earthy bark tones, and a dramatic black beak. The generous scale and weight give it remarkable presence, making it equally at home in a garden room, coastal interior, library, or traditional décor.
An identical example has been documented with a “Made in Italy” mark; this example is unmarked but exhibits the same quality of modeling and construction associated with mid-century Italian ceramic workshops. See less