Objeto antiguo de terracota del siglo XIX
ambiantUn objeto hueco de terracota adquirido en Apulia, en el sur de Italia.
Conocido localmente como «Bubulo» y, en plural, «Bubuli», es un elemento arquitectónico de terracota utilizado tradicionalmente en la arquitectura de Apulia.
Se empleaba principalmente como elemento constructivo en techos abovedados, aligerando la estructura en comparación con la piedra o la toba, mientras que el aire contenido en su interior contribuía al aislamiento térmico.
Un objeto que transmite la esencia de la cultura arquitectónica de la región.
Location
Puglia / ItalySouthern 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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