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Italian Majolica

Italian Majolica has come to be loved and treasured by collectors the world over. Drawn to the colorful designs and imaginative shapes, fans of Italian pottery are no less appreciative of the painstaking skill required in the production of fine ceramic art.
La Mastro Giorgio, considered among the most ancient and renowned producers of Majolica in Gubbio, is still operated by the original Biagioli family which founded it long ago. There, in this walled mountain village in northern Umbria, the Biagioli factory produces stunning majolica on red clay made entirely by hand. Each piece is certified to be of the highest quality and receives, in the manufactuing process, a third glaze which imparts a subtle "antique" look. Gubbio's decorative Italian ceramics are extremely popular as they are easily incorporated into almost any style of home decor. The varied range includes small as well as large scale items for the table or for interior decorations.
Franco Mari is another notable contributor to Italy's long history of exceptional ceramic art. Often called the "Modern Majolica Master," Mari was one of the first designers in Deruta to recognize the decorative possibilities offered by the geometric patterns of the Renaissance. He famously blends old themes from the Middle Ages to the Renaissance to the Baroque period, unifying them through a vibrant and consistant color palette. Many of his designs have also found their inspiration far from Deruta, such in Santa Fe, New Mexico, where he was impressed with the geometric forms and saturated colors of Native American Art. The contemporary aesthetic and exquisite detail in each piece of Franco Mari is valued by sophisticated collectors and connoisseurs worldwide. His ceramics are modern yet ageless, decorative and yet practical for everyday use. There can be do doubt that any purchase of Franco Mari is an investment in the very best of Italian Majolica ceramics!
The hilltown of Deruta has become synonymous with the distinctive ceramics it produces. In fact, many Americans refer to "Deruta Ceramics." In actuality, as recently as 2005 there were over 300 ceramic studios in Deruta. While the current global recession has resulted in some of these closing their doors, the craftspeople of Deruta have been perfecting their art for over 6 centuries and have weathered numerous other crises. Their ceramic products are highly collectible and prized around the world. While the numerous workshops in Deruta reflect a wide variety of styles, merchandise and quality, The Clay Corner is proud to represent the artists from GP Gialletti (or G & P Deruta) Grazia Deruta, F.lli Mari and Sberna. We are confidant that the Deruta tradition of Italian ceramic pottery will continue to thrive for hundreds of years.
The town of Montelupo in central Tuscany is another area that remains an important center for the manufacturing of Italian Ceramics and Majolica. Thanks to frequent flooding of the Arno River along which it is located, there is an ever abundant supply of clay. Its proximity to Florence and the influence of that city's merchants and wealthy noblemen has also been a factor in its historical importance since the Middle Ages. Ceramiche IMA, founded by three friends (Ivo, Mauro and Alberto) in 1978 is one of our favorites and produces over 2,000 items that are entirely handcrafted.
The Clay Corner is also pleased to offer a large selection of products produced in Italy exclusively for Vietri by master artisans in over 40 factories. You will find dinnerware, flatware, wall decorations and various home and garden accessories. Unlike some of our products coming directly from individual Italian workshops and studios, we are usually able to get and ship Vietri products within 2-3 weeks.
We hope you enjoy browsing through our collection and will feel free to contact us with any special requests

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Vietri
Ceramiche Bertini
Ceramiche IMA
Contrade from Siena
Deruta Ceramics
Gubbio

Italian Majolica Italian Majolica has come to be loved and treasured by collectors the world over. Drawn to the colorful designs and imaginative shapes, fans of Italian pottery are no less appreciative of the painstaking skill required in the production of fine ceramic art. La Mastro Giorgio, considered among the most ancient and renowned producers of Majolica in Gubbio, is still operated by the original Biagioli family which founded it long ago. There, in this walled mountain village in northern Umbria, the Biagioli factory produces stunning majolica on red clay made entirely by hand. Each piece is certified to be of the highest quality and receives, in the manufactuing process, a third glaze which imparts a subtle "antique" look. Gubbio's decorative Italian ceramics are extremely popular as they are easily incorporated into almost any style of home decor. The varied range includes small as well as large scale items for the table or for interior decorations. Franco Mari is another notable contributor to Italy's long history of exceptional ceramic art. Often called the "Modern Majolica Master," Mari was one of the first designers in Deruta to recognize the decorative possibilities offered by the geometric patterns of the Renaissance. He famously blends old themes from the Middle Ages to the Renaissance to the Baroque period, unifying them through a vibrant and consistant color palette. Many of his designs have also found their inspiration far from Deruta, such in Santa Fe, New Mexico, where he was impressed with the geometric forms and saturated colors of Native American Art. The contemporary aesthetic and exquisite detail in each piece of Franco Mari is valued by sophisticated collectors and connoisseurs worldwide. His ceramics are modern yet ageless, decorative and yet practical for everyday use. There can be do doubt that any purchase of Franco Mari is an investment in the very best of Italian Majolica ceramics! The hilltown of Deruta has become synonymous with the distinctive ceramics it produces. In fact, many Americans refer to "Deruta Ceramics." In actuality, as recently as 2005 there were over 300 ceramic studios in Deruta. While the current global recession has resulted in some of these closing their doors, the craftspeople of Deruta have been perfecting their art for over 6 centuries and have weathered numerous other crises. Their ceramic products are highly collectible and prized around the world. While the numerous workshops in Deruta reflect a wide variety of styles, merchandise and quality, The Clay Corner is proud to represent the artists from GP Gialletti (or G & P Deruta) Grazia Deruta, F.lli Mari and Sberna. We are confidant that the Deruta tradition of Italian ceramic pottery will continue to thrive for hundreds of years. The town of Montelupo in central Tuscany is another area that remains an important center for the manufacturing of Italian Ceramics and Majolica. Thanks to frequent flooding of the Arno River along which it is located, there is an ever abundant supply of clay. Its proximity to Florence and the influence of that city's merchants and wealthy noblemen has also been a factor in its historical importance since the Middle Ages. Ceramiche IMA, founded by three friends (Ivo, Mauro and Alberto) in 1978 is one of our favorites and produces over 2,000 items that are entirely handcrafted. The Clay Corner is also pleased to offer a large selection of products produced in Italy exclusively for Vietri by master artisans in over 40 factories. You will find dinnerware, flatware, wall decorations and various home and garden accessories. Unlike some of our products coming directly from individual Italian workshops and studios, we are usually able to get and ship Vietri products within 2-3 weeks. We hope you enjoy browsing through our collection and will feel free to contact us with any special requests
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Vietri	Ceramiche Bertini	Ceramiche IMA	Contrade from Siena	Deruta Ceramics	Gubbio