Antique Grottaglie Blue-Rimmed Plate, 1800s
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A 19th-century blue-rimmed plate from Grottaglie, Puglia, found in southern Italy.
The simple blue line is a decorative motif often seen on everyday ceramics from Puglia and Basilicata.
The softly whitish glaze, slightly irregular shape and somewhat deeper profile give it a distinctive character.
Its unpretentious presence has all the charm of traditional folk pottery.
- Size
- φ23 × H4.5 cm
- Country
- Italy
- Origin
- Grottaglie, Puglia
- Estimated age
- 19th century
- No.
- AN-8155
- Condition
- Slight wobble
SIZE
HEIGHT / 高さ
4.5 cmDIAMETER / 直径
23 cmLocation
Grottaglie, Puglia / ItalyThe small town of Grottaglie in the Puglia region has long been known as the "Town of Ceramics."
While pottery centers across Italy moved toward ornate Majolica ware, this town continued to produce honest, everyday pottery rooted in daily life, without following trends.
Among these, the "Robba Bianca" vessels coated with white glaze and jars for storing grain and oil are iconic symbols of Grottaglie.
Within their simple, understated appearance lies the inevitable beauty born from function and the strength of the earth.
These forms, passed down through generations, blend seamlessly into modern spaces, supporting daily life with their quiet presence.
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