Italian Glazed Ceramic Vase – Sgraffito Engraving

Beautiful glazed ceramic vase, in deep olive green tones, is a piece that is both authentic and decorative. With its decoration engraved in the terracotta and its glossy finish, it reflects a traditional know-how marked by the art of sgraffito. With its engraved patterns and its natural shade, this vase fits perfectly into a bohemian, vintage or mediterranean decoration. Characteristics origin: italy marking: italy 797/16 material: glazed ceramic color: olive green / dark green technique: sgraffito (engraving in the terracotta before glazing) dimensions: 15cm wide with the handle, 12cm in diameter, 16cm in height what is sgraffito engraving. Sgraffito is an ancient decorative technique that consists of engraving patterns on a layer of engobe or glaze before firing. This creates a play of textures and contrasts between the different colors of the ceramic, giving a rich and detailed visual effect. This method was particularly popular in italy and spain during the renaissance and is still used in contemporary ceramic crafts. The marking "italy 797/16": what does it mean. Italy: indicates italian manufacture, often associated with artisanal productions from the tuscany or emilia-romagna region. 797: probably a reference to the specific model or design of the vase. 16: generally corresponds to the height of the piece in centimeters. Ideas for use: vase to hold a dried bouquet or a few stems of fresh flowers decorative object to place on a shelf or console for a retro touch collector's item for lovers of italian artisanal ceramics ref 3808.