Thanks again. If anyone thinks they may know what, when, and where this comes from, please let me know. and SDR/80. Then the numbers 16416 or is it /64/6 not sure? I received it years ago when a friend cleaned out her mothers summer home which was over 100 years old. This piece I have is exactly like that. The pottery by De Simone is always signed DE SIMONE and the signature is usually visible on the piece. Any advice on where to start as I am finding Italian Ceramics is a very broad field. It looks like it has some age, I would be extremely grateful if you could message me back so I can send you some pictures. What would be insurance/appraisal value on this plate? Does anyone know if Desimone signed all of his pieces. I believe the are Rubboli and would like to know more about them and their value . !would like to make this a Dream come True!! We have a few pieces that were handed down from our grandparents that we are wondering what they are worth/value. Could anyone let me know anything at all about this lovely little bowl with lid I bought yesterday? P.Perazzo. I would like to send a few pictures as well. how can I find out if my little jug is of any age and especially if it is a cantigalli . Do you know anything about this please? Youll also find information on Italian ceramics history, tradition, making and a lot more. I has gold flowers around the middle. Can you tell me anything about this? Its hard to say who made it and when without a signature as we are not expert in vintage/antique pottery. Do you have any idea of their value?> I am trying to find the value of these pieces. Thankyo in advance if you can tell me anything about this. Think its mid century with the Z on the bottom along with a number but its hard to read. So happy our blog post about how to identify authentic Italian pottery was of help! Hello I recently purchased a teapot with what appeared to be two matching cups & saucers, in a yard sale. If there is a way you could help, and a way I can send a photo please let me know. Article posted on Nov. 07th, 2007. I found a lamp in my attic which has the following written on the bottom of the lamp. Sometimes it is still possible to detect the marks of the long pincer the artisans use to glaze their pottery: its two tiny dots usually positioned near the rim of the pieces. It is marked on the inside of the lantern M.D.L. I inherited this from a dear friend whose family was from the East coast. I would love to find out who the artist is and see more of his/her work. Has purple and blue flowers and variations of green.leaves on it. I came across this wash basin and Pitcher at a thrift store signed Deruta..seems pretty plain besides the vibrant colored Deruta pieces I see on line..but none the less elegant..curious if I found a good piece..maybe pay off my car!..or..go to Subway and get a 5 dollar footlong thanks! I will leave my email address but I rarely use it and would prefer contact via phone if possible? I have a ceramic painted 11 inch rooster figurine. The bottom of the saucers say Fratelli Mari Deruta Made in Italy For A Mano 2069 (it has the terracotta & is rough to the touch). Also, a large vase that has B.A.M.A Acquapendente 65 on the bottomw of that one. On the bottom they say Ceramica Vietri La Marcina Italy. The bottom is 2.5 inches tall. There is a gold sticker that says pauls products, est 1898 and in the middle of the sticker it says e.p.p.and cmpany new york and the stcker also says made in Italy The vase has roses and may be two sunflowers on it. i would be happy to send a photo if you would like to see it. The bisque is sometimes made of white grayish clay, often used for small pieces, but its still clearly visible. It has really curly hair, a red tongue and torqoise thorns. any info would be appreciated. Looks almost like picasso painting. I have a floral majolica covered (sugar) bowl with led that is marked MADE.IN.ITALY 119.A. Are they worth anything. a very old lady said she got the plate in Italy in 1936 Its a lower case e with a sort of crown over it. It is signed on the bottom as follows; 366/76 (the 7 is very hard to make out and may not be a 7). However, each artist or company set their own rules, based on the characteristics of their production . thanks! I have searched online a lot and cannot find any pieces that look like this. and the triangle mean. Can you tell me anything about this piece? Id love to know more about it. Can you help? and under that it says este.underthe v/l it says made in Italy. There is one for sale on the Trocadero website I found by googling Italian terra cotta figure listed at $1,200.00 (32) but they do not name a manufacturer. IT IS MARKED SIMPLY Italy CAN YOU TELL ME IF IT IS REAL THANK YOU WILMA MATHES. Its a gorgeous piece, indeed. Your senses will grow accustomed to their patterns, their shapes, their look and feel. This was in my Aunts hutch for many years and I just recently inherited it. It is painted in Gold, green and black and terracotta stripes/. Do you know anything about this please? Email? Is this a one of a kind? Yellow with green stripes. I would like to know if it is genuine, its age and if it has value to it. What do markings mean? I cant identify the company or date the pieces. The undersides are bisque and rough, numbered and marked Italy. Hi, Here is an absolutely breath taking and amazing piece of pottery by Italian Artist Giovanni Desimone, a student of Pablo Picasso. False, he was not a student of Picasso! It is numbered 1348 and hand inscribed made in italy for Tutto Bene. carol. M. We found some info for you. height 8 1/2 inches. The rim on the base is unglazed and dark brown but quite smooth Has Markings 42/13 Minico Italy. I bought them from an old Italian restaurant when they closed down 35-40 years ago. What are the most popular Italian dinnerware patterns? They are definitely terracotta plates, hand painted with a woman one one and a man on the other, wearing clothes from a period of a few hundred years agonthats a guess anyways. There is a crown on the bottom also with a large M in the middle. The bottom is marked eapod monte 366/104 Italy. Someone who is willing to tell you more about the piece than just its price, who is happy to spend some time to educate you, who knows the name of the artist who made it and offers a clear return policy. Is this worth anything? Thanks for asking, I have two hand painted floor vases from italy. What does this stand for? One has 5505 on it. it is marked on the bottom in hand written text 30 / 31 Italy. His art collection was huge as he traveled the world. Hello years ago as a gift I recieved a plate from a friend. Museum Quality Piece.I know it is a Rare find who Can I trust to give me Accurate Information on My Piece. I have a footed bowl that is hand painted with 6 babies on the side and what lloks like Ram head baby face handles. i have no idea what that means but ive been reading on ur blog on how to spot a fake and this is defently a real i know it is. The lid and top of container is trimmed in gold. No idea of the age or authenticity. On the bottom, written in hand, it says Italy 1672. I forgot to tell you where I found this footed bowl. http://i517.photobucket.com/albums/u332/gwengeiser/DSCN3490.jpg I cant find any info. Let me remind you how the humble terracotta changes into, a priceless Italian ceramic. As you can see its marked with a V and a cross? If yo have any ifo on it please let me know. thank you, What does this mean S.117/ F. 38 Italy mean on bottom of bowl with top. F Italy. The difference between Pottery, Ceramics and Majolica, with special regard to Italian Ceramics, http://xsorbit31.com/users5/italianpotterymarks1/, http://i517.photobucket.com/albums/u332/gwengeiser/DSCN3487.jpg, http://i517.photobucket.com/albums/u332/gwengeiser/DSCN3489.jpg, http://i517.photobucket.com/albums/u332/gwengeiser/DSCN3490.jpg, http://s1196.photobucket.com/albums/aa419/Marylane15/, http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/842/img0019hdc.jpg/, http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/94/img0021zes.jpg/. do you know what this means? I can not find this item anywhere and can you tell me the worth? I have a vase with a soft green background and fruit painted on it. On the bottom is painted black but is not painted where it sits on the bottom and is marked ITALY and numbered 5 . The paint definitely looks hand painted. I found a little dish at a thrift store..it looks like a candy dish and on the back its written74D-169 Italy then two Fs on top of each other. can you help? This area, usually a circle, shows the natural brownish orange color of the terracotta (bisque). The gold sticker says ceramiche darte marioni. Is this a fake?Looks very old to me. Jean, Dear Manuela; Italian ceramics are always hand painted and if you look at them closely you will be able to see the single stokes that contribute to the beauty and artistry of your piece. Each brick of the well is coloured (pastel pink,yellow,blue and green. John on the Wirral. Have a look at it. Could you possibly tell me who the artist is that signed that vase for you guys? Thank you so much and I hope to hear from you soon! They are white with some type of black berries and leaves. , http://i641.photobucket.com/albums/uu133/twddave/IMG_2050.jpg, http://i641.photobucket.com/albums/uu133/twddave/IMG_2051.jpg. I was wondering if you can tell me anything about it. Could this be done by an artist and of any value? Sure, its made in Italy, but its not rare (it has no unglazed area). It has 1 pepper 1 pickle 1 plum and 3 beats on it, it has brush stroke and a orange brown bottom ring. I ot it from my deceased fathers home. I have a vase that is a gourd. Now I want to know where it comes from and how old it is. I dont know if its a fake or if I have a work of art. made in Italy Sarah. Could you help me with this please. i have an old handmade piece of italian pottery that ive been researching and can find no information about. http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/94/img0021zes.jpg/. Many thanks. can you provide any info on this or point me in a direction to look thanks, I have a black 215mm high vase with a gold figure with umbrella and various marine creatures/boat decorations in simplistic style. Thank you. it is marked, made in italy 7715 it does have an rough spot on the bottom however it is white, not terra cotta. There is gold inlay all throughout the plate and on the rim. I also have 4 or 5 individual pieces that say Druta and a piece numer. While cleaning out my In-laws house after they passed away, I have found many fine pieces of Italian Pottery. Id love to send photos and get your opinion. thanks. hello would you be able to tell me anything about this plate please it has a crown i think with the letters GBV nove underneath 5 ins wide scalloped edge in blue with a rose and small blue flowers many thanks. This fine powder will prevent the colors from spreading and blurring into each other during the painting and will bond with the subsequent colored glazes during the final firing. I have a bowl and lid given to me by my Grandmother. Do you help in identifying pottery? It has markings on the bottom that says Italy E C. Can you tell me who is the maker? Wish i could find any information on it. Please email your responses. I guess Ill have to go back to Italy to find one thats reasonably priced. i will try the forum page recommended above as well. What would this mean. thanks for your speedy reply,bonnie. Hi! Is this standard or could I have gotten fakes? Sincerely GREAT article and information. Robin. 12 tall and 8 wide with various sculpted fish on it. They look hand-crafted; however, they are a unique style that I havent found on any of the Italian pottery catalogues or websites Ive seen. Hello! As the author of the only books written in English on the subject of Italian pottery marks and identification I offer my heartfelt gratitude for a magnificent effort in helping to promote an interest in, and appreciation of, Italian ceramics and its rich history. In a few years, your expertise will match your passion. The sugar bowl cover has ears which are jutting out leaves. The world Italy also appears and at the bottom is the number 23. Dont know when it dates back to but most of their collectables were from 30s through to 60s. it says Desimone Made in Italy for Vietri. Toronto Canada When I arrived home , I realized that my 2nd hand candle holders were very similar but with the signature.I loved them for their stylecould they be special in the value department as well???? From your discription, we do think they are true antique pieces. I have a piece that has italy signed on the bottom with a handdrawn flower but looks like one of his. I cant seem to attached them here. Thanks! I just wanted some information about this as I just inherited it and know nothing about its origin. Imagine my surprise that the prices for such a dish were fifty dollars and up! I have pictures of a large cup with handle and large saucer that I would like to send to you but I do not have an e-mail address to send it to you. I would like to know how old this vase is and if its of any value. 15 x 12. Italy 167 R The pottery is a ceramic xams gift box. I have a double vase with Paul S Italy on it. we have received your pictures. I have had no luck finding anything like it online. It belonged to my grandmothers sister and I would like to know more about it. A seemingly matching piece which someone tried to match with writing on bottom. More than ten years ago, Manuela and I decided to step change our professional lives and turn our passion into a real job. I found this vase that people are telling me may be Italian. With the lid, its 5 inches tall. I kept it and its been with me ever since. Not sure who the character is supposed to be. I have an pottery dish on bottom it looks like it has 108/6 Italy I have a vase given to me in 1960, and underneath in gold is hand Painted Iride Italiano Does anybody have any ideas? Thank you Any ideas? Today, our website proudly carries a curated collection of more than 4,000 beautiful Italian ceramic pieces, handmade by talented artists. I followed your guidelines in determining the authenticity and it applies to this piece. Inside it says DESIMONE ITALY 62. On the back are the markings, MN Italy 27/B. The late Actor. Thank you, I have a piece of ceramic, floral in design, red rose and blue flower with yellow center and multiple green colored leaves On a cream colored background, about 6 inches tall and 6 inches wide, footed, rough terracotta ring on bottom, signed by hand Just bought 4 coffee mugs by desimone, numbered 21. Can you help me. I HAVE A PIECE OF ITALIAN POTTERY WATERING CAN THE COLORS ARE YELLOWS, ORANGES, AND BROWNS. If I sent pictures would you be able to tell me if they are fake or not. I have acquired a vase that seems to be ceramic, with what seems to be wooded decorative handles and base. I have photos and wondered if I could send you one to look at. on the bottom. I wish you both the greatest of success. Its approximately a foot tall. I do believe it is an authentic Cantagalli plate and would like more information on it if available. I can see by the comments posted that you must be deluged by such requests so please forgive me for imposing on your time. We are not professionals in appraising vintage/antique pottery. it could be a vase. However writing seems slightly different. It looks like a half moon shape. They were given them by visiting friends a few years ago but do not know the history. on the back It says Madein italy under that it has the number _7 with a line under it. On the bottom is painted Italy in blue paint with a marking that looks like a T over a C., also in blue. The mark on the bottom say made in Italy F1132B. It has eight feet on the bottom, which is hand numbered K-211. There is also a wreath and shield stamp enclosed in a circle. under that the letters A.F.M.. if I send you a picture could you tell me is it real. Inscribed on the back and it has a painting of an eagle it looks like all in the middle all brown any ideas? I can send a picture if needed. The bottom is labeled: Mari.e.c Deruta Italy 0902 or 0702. a very large 15 3/4 platter, and a large leaf shaped ladle. I have 3 pieces that I am clueless but curious aboutcan anyone possibly help me, Hi On the bottom it has G.G.& Co Inc. Italy under the word Italy it has Thank you, Can someone help me identify these!http://s1196.photobucket.com/albums/aa419/Marylane15/, i have a finger held figural dragon candle holder with the dragon holding on to a dish with his feet. Can you send us a picture of the plate (front and back)? It appears hand made because the lid does not fit perfectly on the bowl like it would if it was made in manufacturing plant. The bottom says u 34 /c. It has the number 7800919 I think the last three digits are a bit unclear; could also be 914. I have a small hand crafted ceramic dish with italy tz written on the bottom (I suppose it could be italy t2, but it looks like tz). I need some help here. PS I can send photos if needed. (I think) Hi everyone, I have 2 pieces signed SCU in a triangle with intertwined PR itialy . Can you please tell me more about this or direct me to someone. We spent quite a lot of time traveling around the best-known Italian ceramic centers to choose dinnerware, tableware, tiles and decoration accents. I know it wold have to be over 50 years old. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); (function($) {window.fnames = new Array(); window.ftypes = new Array();fnames[0]='EMAIL';ftypes[0]='email';fnames[1]='FNAME';ftypes[1]='text';fnames[2]='LNAME';ftypes[2]='text';}(jQuery));var $mcj = jQuery.noConflict(true); Handmade Italian Ceramics: how to spot a fake. I recently acquired a glazed terracotta plate (12diameter) that says Nicolo Giuliano at the bottom. italy 902 and the back of the sea horse on the inside cavity is marked in the white glaze italy 941. I have a ceramic serving platter, it is shaped like a turkey and is hand painted. V. FIORENTINA I would like to know more about it. Can you help me identify a squash Italy ceramic? N648 or 698 I have a figurine of a man standing next to a well. carved into the bottom above that are the numbers 994 or 466, depending on how you turn the vase. Thank you. In the meantime, if you wish to start your own collection of fine Italian ceramics, buy from a reputable dealer. Possibly from reputable regions, like Deruta. I have attached some pics.. Any ideas as to where this might orignate from? I have a ceramic / Clay Bell it has what looks like a fish or camillion or lizard looking creature on top that is orange on one side and purple on the other the bell is painted white with a green design. It is very large Marked Italy with what looks like D130 and possibly some letters. Also a circular green and gold sticker that has a globe with E P P & Co. Est 1898. Hello,Ihave 3 pieces of porcelain purchased in Afghanistan(Kabul)2002 and wanted to know if there is anyone who has seen or heard of Royal lux with written under glaze>qualified hand painted Italian porcelain??? Most of these items were not made by Giovanni, buy were made in the De Simone factory. Appears to be in excellent condition. You may find detailed information contacting a collectors community on FB called Ceramisti del Novecento. I have a small ceramic container that has a lid on it and it is beautifully painted with 3 children,mountains in the background,trees and grass. I have a hand painted set that is signed 569 A.F.M. It has a blue, green, pink, beige and blue rings from top down 3/4 way to the bottom inside. a number 361 with a mark (-)under the 3. I have a covered cantagalli sugar bowl with additional markings. c.f.s. Your email address will not be published. THANK YOU SO MUCH, The first number (113) usually is the unique code assigned by its maker to identify its pieces. Now youll be wondering why this detail is so important in spotting fake Italian ceramics. 42/46 Then it reads Minico Italy. I can send you photos. Is this a fake? Flip over and on bottom of bowl has written Italy 1341/30 0n it. Wondering the history of the pieces and possible value if any? Jody, Starting around 1965 and continuing into the late 1970;s, my family received as a corporate gift each Christmas, a hand painted, numbered Mancioli plate. I can send pictures if you can help with the identification. Looks like it starts with rb 21 and ends in 87i. the bottom is white with the rough terra cotta ring, and has made in italy written in black by hand, with a handmade design above that that looks like it could be a leaf. The lid features hand painted and hand applies flowers. There is also what looks like a long flower over the name. Underneath is written. This plate came from the estate of William Wooten (Wootin) who was a caretaker/groundskeeper of Franklin D. Rosevelt. No marks or cracks. Can anyone help me determine its origin? The three-legged symbol of Sicily: Trinacria, Celebrating the 10th anniversary of thatsArte.com, Alessandro Mautone from Naples to Vietri. The handles on the soup Tureen are shaped like a leaf. On the bottom are initials E.R.R. Thanks, hi i have a bowl it looks like it might be a pencil holder on the bottom of it it says made in italy v1.3./51??? Your website is rich in practical, useful information that is easy to navigate through and totally enjoyable to read. It has peaches on a stem in the middle and a red circle around the inside of plate then spoke like design cut out all around the plate and curve border like a pie on the outside Hi. The second number (60) has usually to do with the size in centimeters. I inherited this set from my Mom who got it from an old Italian friend of the family. could this be worth anything, I have two candle stick holders one blank on the bottom and the other with the M.SAMBUCO (and under that) DERUTA but the U looks like a V and the A looks like a H. They both have the raw pottery circle around the edge and the writing looks like it was done quicklyin capital letters-printed. I have this interesting little vase which has been handed down in my family. I appreciate anyones help with this peice, HI THERE..COULD YOU PLEASE TELL ME WHAT THE NUMBERS MEAN ON THE BOTTOM OF A PIECE OF POTTERY..SUCH AS 113/60? I was 13 years old in 1978 and I found it in a dump. Before the actual hand painting, the artisan dips the terracotta deeply into a sieve containing fast drying liquid glaze. How do I post a picture of a ceramic I need help in identifying. The auctioneers were from Pennsylvania and could not tell me anything about it. Somewhere along the line someone put a rubber bottom on it that I have only been able to pull bits and pieces. Warm wishes, Sue, I have a pitcher cream and brown in color with orange and yellow flowers on one side. Hi Jason, cant help you with info, only I have the same piece. Do you think it is of any value. The bottom markings are in gold printing Pauls 400/3072/A Italy. Thanks so much! Also to see how much it may be worth, I have a carrot shaped (maybe candy) dish that is orange with green top and a bamboo handle. for Him if anyone Can help me.Thanks in Advance email at lazykujo at Comcast dot Net!! surrounding a triangle and the words, HAND PAINTED IN ITALY. underneath it says marco , it also looks like it says serone and it has a picture of a jug also. Thank you, Thank you! It had sentimental value as it reminded me of my trip to Italy. Thank You I have large jug with a lid and on the bottom is There is also a mark, but I cant seems to tell, from all my research, which house the mark is attributed to. I have a white Pitcher with a gold ring around the top, bottom and on the handle. I can see no replies to any of the questions above and think this link should be closed. I have a medium size bowl that looks like something you would put a plant in.The bowl is mark at the bottom with these markings.FAC 1 C.C. It is not large .. about 86 and it has two handles on either side. On the back, which is not glazed, in black paint? They are beautifully painted with colorful raised cherubs. Any idea as to when this would have been produced or by whom? but now i am dying to know what M.S.P. I have come to possess 3 pieces of pottery I believe to be of some value. Yet, I can not find anything online that comes close to this plateIm seeking to understand if I possibly have an authentic Nicolo Giuliano piece and the approximate age. i bought a large plain white ceramic pitcher today at a flea market and wish to know more about it. I have a piece of Mancilo pottery. Hi im billy It is a deep red ceramic clay. On the back its only marted wit Thank u. You have my e-mail, let me know if youre interested. Is there anyway to send a picture? i read your advice on testing to see if this is a true piece of italian pottery and it passed the test. Thanks. On the bottom it reads G.C. From the decoration, there is a high chance that it was made in the north of Italy. It was appraised in new york in the 1960s for 10,000.00.I am Desperate for Information!! I have pictures if needed. Are these are the REAL thing and approx what a service of this type would go for? ITALY on the bottom of them. On the bottom it says FBC. I was given this set of old Italian lighter and ashtray set and was wondering how old and if there is any value. Bottom j This piece is as neat a piece of italian art pottery as I have ever seen and I would like to know who made this and when. Ive been trying for over 10yrs now to figure out who/where these 2 plates I have are from. Rose. Mary Kay. Now you own the key tools to spot a fake. I have a vintage mustard yellow tureen with lid from MEISELMAN IMPORTS of Italy. Can u send me an email to send pics for reference? http://i517.photobucket.com/albums/u332/gwengeiser/DSCN3487.jpg Hi there,
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