Vintage Fima Deruta Raffaellesco Pottery Candlestick Holder Italy 1970s-1980s

Description

View Vintage Fima Deruta Raffaellesco Pottery Candlestick Holder Italy 1970s-1980s with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. The stylized dragon was reputedly painted in the 16th century by Raphael, the master painter and architect of the Italian High Renaissance. They have an excellent reputation for traditional Deruta dinnerware from their intricate, carefully hand-painted details and loyal adherence to the traditional colors and techniques. Vintage Fima Deruta Raffaellesco Pottery Candlestick Holder.  Made in Italy 1970s-1980s.  Hand Painted.  Approx.   8” Tall x 5 1/4” Diameter at Base, 1 lb 2   oz.  Holds Taper Candle Approx. 1 1/4” Diameter.  Yellow w/Brown Slash Marks Edge Trim.  Light Green Accent Top Ring and Throughout.    Stem Design of Color Bands and Tassle Like Shapes.  Base Band of Typical Dragon Floral Scene.  The stylized dragon was reputedly painted in the 16th century by Raphael, the master painter and architect of the Italian High Renaissance. The Raffaellesco dragon has come to be known as a benevolent deity who bestows good luck and fair winds to seagoing merchants, thus the puffs of wind steaming from the dragon’s mouth.  Founded in 1960, FIMA is a family-run business in Deruta. They have an excellent reputation for traditional Deruta dinnerware from their intricate, carefully hand-painted details and loyal adherence to the traditional colors and techniques. Deruta is a small town in Umbria, in the heart of Italy. It has been one of the most vital centers for the production of Italian ceramics since the Renaissance (15th century).  Today, Deruta is highly regarded worldwide for the fine quality and beauty of its pottery.   Signed on Bottom: FIMA DERUTA ITALY.  Excellent used vintage condition. No chips, cracks, crazing   or repairs. Normal wear from use and age. Click Here To See All Our Deruta Pottery Items! Condition: Used. Category: Pottery & Glass › Decorative Pottery & Glassware › Candle Sticks & Holders. Brand: Fima.

Country of Origin

Italy

Features

Hand Painted

California Prop 65 Warning

Unknown

Handmade

Yes

Item Width

5 1/4 in

Pattern

Raffaellesco

Time Period Manufactured

1970-1979

Production Technique

Pottery

Item Height

8 in

Subject

Dragon

Vintage

Yes

Era

Late 20th Century (1970-1999)

Suitable For

Taper/Dinner Candle

Origin

Deruta Italy

Material

Ceramic, Clay, Stoneware

Product Line

Raffaellesco

Item Weight

1 lb 2 oz

Finish

Glossy

Production Style

Art Pottery

Additional Parts Required

No

Brand

Fima

Antique

No

Color

Multicolor

Signed

Yes

Original/Licensed Reproduction

Original

Room

Any Room

Backstamp

Painted

Theme

Dragon

Type

Candlestick