Grottaglie Marbled Glaze Jug
ambiant₩153,000
A small pitcher found in southern Italy.
The marbled decoration, where brownish-by-brown and bluish-green glazes flow over a milk-white glaze, is one of the decorative techniques frequently seen in the folk pottery of Grottaglie.
Despite its small size, this pitcher is charming with its light glaze characteristic of Puglia.
- Size
- W9 × D7.3 × H11.5 cm
- Country
- Italy
- Origin
- Grottaglie, Puglia
- No.
- AN-8070
SIZE
WIDTH / 幅
9 cmHEIGHT / 高さ
11.5 cmDEPTH / 奥行き
7.3 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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