Franco Mari Deruta Italian Majolica Hand Painted Covered Trinket Box Powder Jar

Description

View Franco Mari Deruta Italian Majolica Hand Painted Covered Trinket Box Powder Jar with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. AMANO / FRANCO MARI / DERUTA" - Application: Hand-painted underglaze cobalt blue script - Type: Authentic Tin-Glazed Earthenware (Majolica/Maiolica). This contemporary majolica ceramic piece was handcrafted inDeruta, Umbria, Italy, a historic center for Italian pottery production since the Renaissance. Welcome to my Listing   Please Visit My  Store "Sneaks and Tees" For Other Collectable Items Look at each photo carefully, they are the primary description as they do it better than I can (due to the highly reflective nature of luster, white and dark spots are reflective light and shadows) ITEM Franco Mari Deruta Italian Majolica Hand Painted Covered Trinket Box Powder Jar AI Research and Description Historical Context This contemporary majolica ceramic piece was handcrafted in Deruta, Umbria, Italy , a historic center for Italian pottery production since the Renaissance. The base features a hand-painted inscription reading "Dip. A Mano / Franco Mari / Deruta" ( Dipinto a mano , meaning painted by hand). The workshop of Franco Mari is highly regarded for reviving classical Italian designs with exceptional technical precision. This piece features a sophisticated geometric configuration adapted from historic Renaissance motifs, utilizing a classic color palette of rich ochre yellow, deep cobalt blue, copper green, and iron orange against a traditional tin-glazed white ground. Technical Specifications Manufacturer/Workshop: Franco Mari Country of Origin: Italy (Deruta region) Item Type: Covered Powder Jar / Trinket Box (2-Piece Set) Material: Majolica Earthenware / Terracotta Core Production Method: Hand-thrown on a potter's wheel; hand-painted motifs Diameter: 2.75 in Height: 1.25 in (including lid assembly) BACKSTAMP IDENTIFICATION / MARKS:  Origin: Deruta, Umbria, Italy - Workshop/Artist: Franco Mari - Inscription: "DIP. AMANO / FRANCO MARI / DERUTA" - Application: Hand-painted underglaze cobalt blue script - Type: Authentic Tin-Glazed Earthenware (Majolica/Maiolica) Condition Report Overall Grade: Excellent Vintage/Contemporary Condition. Structural Integrity: Completely free of structural cracks, deep chips, or evidence of restoration. Glaze & Surface: The high-gloss tin glaze remains fully intact, vibrant, and reflective. No noticeable utensil marks or abrasions to the face. Edge Conservation: The unglazed terracotta fitting rims on both the base and the lid interior show minor, typical production variations from the firing process but remain entirely stable. Crazing: Free of any visible age-related glaze crazing. BACKSTAMP DIP. AMANO / FRANCO MARI / DERUTA" - Auctions I will NOT close an auction early, so please do not ask. Buy It Now I will entertain reasonable offers on most buy it now items and may counteroffer. Please do not lowball me, it is a waist of your time and mine. Shipping I ship the same day or within 24 hours (1 business days includes Saturday) of cleared payment All items sold and shipped as shown.  I double box in most cases.  Any item under one pound will be shipped (unless you choose otherwise) USPS first class, items over one pound will ship USPS priority. Most International shipping is done first class international or Ebay international. Combined Shipping I will combine shipping on most items, please request a combined shipping invoice before paying. OOPS Should I miss a flaw, please understand it was not intentional.  As much as I would like to be perfect, at the end of the day I am human and do miss things from time to time If you are unhappy with your purchase, PLEASE email me before you leave feedback, I will do my best to make it right Be sure to check out photos carefully, ask any questions before you bid. Payment must be made within 4 days of the close of the listing or item will be relisted or offered to the next highest bidder. I ship worldwide. #N1535 Condition: Used. Category: Collectibles › Decorative Collectibles › Other Decorative Collectibles. Brand: Franco Mari Deruta.

Primary Material

Ceramic & Porcelain

Brand

Franco Mari Deruta

Country/Region of Origin

Italy

Color

Multi-Color

Style

Italian

Original/Reproduction

Original

Material

Pottery

Features

Hand Painted

Country of Origin

Italy

Age

Post 1950