Reuse. Repurpose. Reimagine your space.
Rivesto = to redress, to coat, to clothe.
Sourcing ‘objets’ to redress and reinterpret your space with an element of the unexpected and dreamy escapism, the Rivesto selection is a play of aesthetics, form, material, and colour that sit effortlessly in diverse spaces. Inspiration comes from the quietly undone beauty found in imperfection and that romantic notion of continuing the lifespan of pieces that are imbued with history. Many pieces have been found in a palazzo or country home in Puglia, some never used whilst others have that magical patina that comes from daily use and the passing of time.
I am always fascinated by the unique ways in which these found objects, that continue to tell a story, can be reused and repurposed in a modern setting. With a focus on ceramics from the southern Italian region, these extraordinary pieces can be appreciated artistically due to their beauty yet are functional and practical at their core. Central to the Rivesto philosophy is sustainability and circularity, pieces crafted to last and be treasured, and ultimately to be passed on as they have been for hundreds of years.
I hope you enjoy the journey and can continue the storytelling.
Paul
Discover unique treasures from the Salento & southern Italy
Hand picked with amore from the southern-most tip of Italy, I hope to translate the special quality and artisanal craftsmanship of the region into the pieces I discover and share, to ultimately find them a home.
This antique rustic side plate has a distinctive hand painted design and hails from the southern Italian region of Puglia. Dating back to the early 1900s it would have been used for everyday, domestic use at family meal times. The plate features a star or flower design in the centre in sunshine yellow, sea blue and grassy green hues, with a scalloped and linear pattern that frames the edge. The old terracotta pottery from southern Italian regions of Puglia, Basilicata and Calabria, like this plate, have a rustic handmade feel. It features that charming patina brought about authentically from years of daily use and the passing of time. Add impact in a kitchen, table setting or hung as wall art, with the two matching plates, as seen in the images.
Found in Lecce
the capital of the Salento famous for its Baroque architecture.
Dimensions: H2.5cm x W21cm x D21cm
These are handmade antique ceramics that are perfectly imperfect and some have been used for generations, so please expect some cracks, and chips, and discolouration. These individual characteristics are part of the charm and unique quality of each piece. Please note, colour may vary from screen to screen.
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A vibrantly glazed terracotta pot with lid and two side handles that originates from the southern Italian region of Calabria. Dating back to the early 1800s, this historic example would have been originally used for storing the all important mother yeast for a family. The hand thrown ceramic vessel has a beautifully iridescent sunshine yellow glaze which makes it particularly rare (as these pots were usually found in a green hue). It features that magical patina brought about from years of daily use and the passing of time. Today, this antique pot would make a wonderful decorative display piece or storage vessel, injecting some southern Italian farmhouse charm to any home or space.
Found in Martina Franca
the charming hilltop town of the valle d’Itria known for its baroque architecture.
Dimensions: H23cm x W20cm x D18cm
These are handmade antique ceramics that are perfectly imperfect and some have been used for generations, so please expect some cracks, and chips, and discolouration. These individual characteristics are part of the charm and unique quality of each piece. Please note, colour may vary from screen to screen.
This antique hand painted jug is a rare find. It dates back to the mid 1700s and originates from Montelupo Fiorentino, considered one of the most important areas of pottery production during the Renaissance. This one-of-a-kind pitcher features a medieval tower in woodland scene at the centre front, with lemon trees on its sides, and linear details on the handle, in fresh hues of orange, yellow and green. The large pitcher with its robust rounded form has the pinched spout typical of wine jugs from Italy. This hand-thrown ceramic vessel would have taken pride of place in a family home. It features a well loved patina brought about authentically from years of daily use and the passing of time. Today, this statement-making jug with its distinctive design would be ideal as a vase for fresh flowers or as a decorative display piece.
Found in Lecce
the baroque jewel and capital of the Salento.
Dimensions: H20.5cm x W20cm x D18cm
These are handmade antique ceramics that are perfectly imperfect and some have been used for generations, so please expect some cracks, and chips, and discolouration. These individual characteristics are part of the charm and unique quality of each piece. Please note, colour may vary from screen to screen. To utilise as a vase, it is recommended to use a separate internal water vase or vials for live stems.
This antique terracotta plate was created by the renowned 20th century master ceramist Luigi Motolese (1879–1952) from Grottaglie in southern Puglia. His work beautifully merged 19th-century peasant utilitarian pottery with polished modern folk art, helping establish Grottaglie's global reputation for signature artisanal earthenware. This specific piece dates back to the 1920s/30s and is a significant piece of regional Italian peasant pottery. The plate features the iconic "Galletto" (Cockerel / Rooster) in the centre standing atop a stylised yellow soil line. In Pugliese tradition, the rooster is a traditional symbol believed to ward off evil spirits, bring good fortune, and express fertility. Surrounding the central rooster is a complex, hand-painted pattern of stylised blue and yellow flowers framed by dark, twig-like lines. The entire dish is finished with a vibrant yellow rim, characteristic of historical rustic majolica from the Salento and Grottaglie areas. This antique plate would be perfect hung as wall art, or used in a table setting - especially when pared with the two rustic floral jugs from Puglia, as seen in the images.
Found in Lecce
the capital of the Salento famous for its Baroque architecture.
Dimensions: H3.5cm x W24.5cm x D24.5cm
These are handmade antique ceramics that are perfectly imperfect and some have been used for generations, so please expect some cracks, and chips, and discolouration. These individual characteristics are part of the charm and unique quality of each piece. Please note, colour may vary from screen to screen.
A rare hand-painted majolica pitcher historically used for wine and originating from Grottaglie in southern Puglia. This one-of-a-kind antique jug dating back to the mid 1800s features a charming floral and leaf motif with a lobed rim, in hues of sky blue, olive green and mustard yellow, characteristic of traditional Pugliese pottery. The hand thrown ceramic jug with its creamy white glaze features an elegantly bulbous sculptural form, as well as pinched spout resembling an upside down nose, designed for pouring and common to pitchers from southern Italy. The rustic piece features that magical patina that only the passing of time and daily use can bring about authentically. The charming vessel would make a lovely addition to the kitchen, or utilised as a vase for fresh flowers. Create an impactful display when pared with the matching larger ceramic jug as seen in the photos.
Found in Ostuni
the charming hilltop town of the valle d’Itria known as la città bianca (or ‘white city’).
Dimensions: H21cm x W18cm x D15cm
These are handmade antique ceramics that are perfectly imperfect and some have been used for generations, so please expect some cracks, and chips, and discolouration. These individual characteristics are part of the charm and unique quality of each piece. Please note, colour may vary from screen to screen. To utilise as a vase, it is recommended to use a separate internal water vase or vials for live stems.
A rare extra large hand-painted majolica pitcher historically used for wine and originating from Grottaglie in southern Puglia. This one-of-a-kind antique jug dating back to the mid 1800s features a charming yellow and blue floral motif against a cream glazed ceramic body typical of the southern Italian region. The hand thrown ceramic jug with its creamy white glaze features an elegantly bulbous sculptural form, as well as pinched spout resembling an upside down nose, designed for pouring and common to pitchers from southern Italy. The rustic piece features that magical patina that only the passing of time and daily use can bring about authentically. The charming vessel would make a lovely addition to the kitchen, or utilised as a vase for fresh flowers. Create an impactful display when pared with the matching smaller ceramic jug as seen in the photos.
Found in Ostuni
the charming hilltop town of the valle d’Itria known as la città bianca (or ‘white city’).
Dimensions: H34cm x W25cm x D19cm
These are handmade antique ceramics that are perfectly imperfect and some have been used for generations, so please expect some cracks, and chips, and discolouration. These individual characteristics are part of the charm and unique quality of each piece. Please note, colour may vary from screen to screen. To utilise as a vase, it is recommended to use a separate internal water vase or vials for live stems.
This antique rustic side plate has a distinctive hand painted design and hails from the southern Italian region of Puglia. Dating back to the early 1900s it would have been used for everyday, domestic use at family meal times. The plate features a star or flower design in the centre in sunshine yellow, sea blue and grassy green hues, with a scalloped and linear pattern that frames the edge. The old terracotta pottery from southern Italian regions of Puglia, Basilicata and Calabria, like this plate, have a rustic handmade feel. It features that charming patina brought about authentically from years of daily use and the passing of time. Add impact in a kitchen, table setting or hung as wall art, with the two matching plates, as seen in the images.
Found in Lecce
the capital of the Salento famous for its Baroque architecture.
Dimensions: H2.5cm x W21cm x D21cm
These are handmade antique ceramics that are perfectly imperfect and some have been used for generations, so please expect some cracks, and chips, and discolouration. These individual characteristics are part of the charm and unique quality of each piece. Please note, colour may vary from screen to screen.
This antique rustic side plate has a distinctive hand painted design and hails from the southern Italian region of Puglia. Dating back to the early 1900s it would have been used for everyday, domestic use at family meal times. The plate features a star or flower design in the centre in sunshine yellow, sea blue and grassy green hues, with a scalloped and linear pattern that frames the edge. The old terracotta pottery from southern Italian regions of Puglia, Basilicata and Calabria, like this plate, have a rustic handmade feel. It features that charming patina brought about authentically from years of daily use and the passing of time. Add impact in a kitchen, table setting or hung as wall art, with the two matching plates, as seen in the images.
Found in Lecce
the capital of the Salento famous for its Baroque architecture.
Dimensions: H2.5cm x W21cm x D21cm
These are handmade antique ceramics that are perfectly imperfect and some have been used for generations, so please expect some cracks, and chips, and discolouration. These individual characteristics are part of the charm and unique quality of each piece. Please note, colour may vary from screen to screen.
This antique rustic side plate has a distinctive hand painted design and hails from the southern Italian region of Puglia. Dating back to the early 1900s it would have been used for everyday, domestic use at family meal times. The plate features a star or flower design in the centre in sunshine yellow, sea blue and grassy green hues, with a scalloped and linear pattern that frames the edge. The old terracotta pottery from southern Italian regions of Puglia, Basilicata and Calabria, like this plate, have a rustic handmade feel. It features that charming patina brought about authentically from years of daily use and the passing of time. Add impact in a kitchen, table setting or hung as wall art, with the two matching plates, as seen in the images.
Found in Lecce
the capital of the Salento famous for its Baroque architecture.
Dimensions: H2.5cm x W21cm x D21cm
These are handmade antique ceramics that are perfectly imperfect and some have been used for generations, so please expect some cracks, and chips, and discolouration. These individual characteristics are part of the charm and unique quality of each piece. Please note, colour may vary from screen to screen.
A very rare antique apothecary jug with an elegant form and wonderfully hand painted design. This hand-thrown pitcher-shaped vessel dating back to the mid 1800s was most likely used in a pharmacy to hold medicinal preparations and concoctions. The unique extra large ceramic jug features a serpent-like handle, a pinched spout and a strikingly hand painted fern design (with a bird-like resemblance) in ink blue set against the creamy white glaze, characteristic of pottery from Faenza, Italy. This one-of-a-kind piece has that magical patina that can only be brought about genuinely by daily use and the passing of time. Ideal to add some authentic Italian charm to any space, and can be utilised as a vase for fresh flowers. Create impact with the equally striking white and blue ceramic amphora as seen in the images.
Found in Lecce
the baroque jewel and capital of the Salento.
Dimensions: H22.5cm x W30cm x D23cm
These are handmade antique ceramics that are perfectly imperfect and some have been used for generations, so please expect some cracks, and chips, and discolouration. These individual characteristics are part of the charm and unique quality of each piece. Please note, colour may vary from screen to screen. To utilise as a vase, it is recommended to use a separate internal water vase or vials for live stems.
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This antique rustic side plate has a distinctive hand painted design and hails from the southern Italian region of Puglia. Dating back to the early 1900s it would have been used for everyday, domestic use at family meal times. The plate features a star or flower design in the centre in sunshine yellow, sea blue and grassy green hues, with a scalloped and linear pattern that frames the edge. The old terracotta pottery from southern Italian regions of Puglia, Basilicata and Calabria, like this plate, have a rustic handmade feel. It features that charming patina brought about authentically from years of daily use and the passing of time. Add impact in a kitchen, table setting or hung as wall art, with the two matching plates, as seen in the images.
Found in Lecce
the capital of the Salento famous for its Baroque architecture.
Dimensions: H2.5cm x W21cm x D21cm
These are handmade antique ceramics that are perfectly imperfect and some have been used for generations, so please expect some cracks, and chips, and discolouration. These individual characteristics are part of the charm and unique quality of each piece. Please note, colour may vary from screen to screen.