This hand crafted terracotta plant pot from Puglia is a rare find. Dating back to the mid 1800s, the rustic vessel features two ‘faces’ on either side of the swag detailing. Plant pots with ‘mascherone’ were traditionally placed at the entrances of homes and these faces were added to ward off the ‘malocchio’ (a malevolent glare). The antique plant pot with its wonderful sculptural swag relief on all sides also features a scalloped fluted edge around its opening. The rustic plant pot has wonderful form is unglazed internally and externally, highlighting the hand crafted 3D surface decoration and its magical patina brought about authentically from years of daily use and the passing of time. The charming ceramic planter would be the perfect addition to any home, indoors or outdoors, to create that Mediterranean style. The large plant pot also has a hole at the bottom for drainage. Create an impactful display with the matching terracotta plant pots from southern Italy, as seen in the images.
Found in Grottaglie
the town in southern Puglia renowned for its ancient ceramic craft and tradition.
Dimensions: H35cm x W45cm x D42cm
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 hand crafted terracotta plant pot from Puglia is a rare find. Dating back to the mid 1800s, the rustic vessel features two ‘faces’ on either side of the swag detailing. Plant pots with ‘mascherone’ were traditionally placed at the entrances of homes and these faces were added to ward off the ‘malocchio’ (a malevolent glare). The antique plant pot with its wonderful sculptural swag relief on all sides also features a scalloped fluted edge around its opening. The rustic plant pot has wonderful form is unglazed internally and externally, highlighting the hand crafted 3D surface decoration and its magical patina brought about authentically from years of daily use and the passing of time. The charming ceramic planter would be the perfect addition to any home, indoors or outdoors, to create that Mediterranean style. The large plant pot also has a hole at the bottom for drainage. Create an impactful display with the matching terracotta plant pots from southern Italy, as seen in the images.
Found in Grottaglie
the town in southern Puglia renowned for its ancient ceramic craft and tradition.
Dimensions: H35cm x W45cm x D42cm
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.
