Vintage Italian majolica ceramic footed bowl/compote dish, entirely handcrafted and hand-painted in Deruta (Umbria).
An authentic piece from the early 1960s, made by the renowned L'A.B.O.R. (Labor Deruta) workshop, as evidenced by the handwritten signature on the base.
The center of the bowl features the iconic Raffaello motif, depicting a finely detailed mythological dragon/griffin. This classic design is directly inspired by Renaissance frescoes attributed to Raphael. The rim, edged with a delicate undulating festoon (orlo lobato), and the painted trelliswork on the exterior showcase traditional Italian craftsmanship.
• Deruta, Italy
• Labor Deruta (L'A.B.O.R.)
• Early 1960s (circa 1960-1962)
• Traditional majolica / Raffaello design
• Hand-thrown and hand-painted ceramic
• Excellent vintage condition, no major chips or cracks, beautiful glaze gloss.
Italian majolica pedestal bowl/compote dish, hand-thrown and hand-painted in Deruta, Umbria.
Authentic early 1960s piece created by the renowned L'A.B.O.R. workshop (Labor Deruta), signed on the bottom by the artisan.
The interior showcases the iconic Raffaello design featuring a detailed mythical dragon/griffin motif, inspired by Raphael’s Renaissance frescoes. It features a beautiful scalloped rim and hand-painted lattice geometric patterns around the exterior.
• Deruta, Italy
• Labor Deruta (The A.B.O.R.)
• Early 1960s (c. 1960-1962)
• Italian majolica / Renaissance revival / Raffaellesco
• Hand-thrown earthenware, hand-painted tin glaze
• Excellent vintage condition with no major chips or cracks. Glossy glaze preserved beautifully.
Specifications
ConditionExcellentColorsMulti ColorMaterialCeramicNumber of items1Height8 cmWidth15 cmDepth8 cm