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Ricotta Cheese Strainer

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It is believed to have been made in the late 19th to early 20th century, in the Puglia region of Southern Italy.

This folk pottery tool was used to shape fresh cheeses like ricotta while draining excess whey.

Size
φ6 ×W8.2 × H7 cm
Country
Italy
Origin
Puglia
Estimated age
Late 1800s - Early 1900s
No.
AN-8064
Condition
Please check photos for condition details.

Location

Puglia / Italy
Southern Italy, Puglia. This land, where Mediterranean light spreads across dry earth, has nurtured its own unique ceramic culture for centuries. In particular, the town of Grottaglie, known as the "Town of Ceramics," has produced countless everyday vessels that combine practicality with rustic beauty. Deeply connected to the local climate and way of life, these pieces radiate a quiet presence that grows with use, despite their lack of ostentation. At ambiant, we introduce antique Puglia ceramics that have accompanied local life and accumulated time through our sourcing trips to the Puglia region.

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ORIGIN

Puglia