There is a particular kind of beauty in a piece that was made entirely by hand — where the brush pauses, where the color deepens, where no two strokes are exactly alike. This large Ceramica Deruta majolica serving bowl carries all of that. Its central floral medallion radiates outward in alternating navy and golden yellow sunburst stripes, punctuated with coral dots, then gives way to a ring of turquoise acanthus leaves and a hand-painted multi-band rim in green, coral, and periwinkle. It is symmetrical and lively at once.
Set it on the table filled with pasta or antipasti, prop it on a plate stand as a focal point, or hang it as wall art. Deruta has been producing majolica in this tradition since the Renaissance — this piece brings that centuries-old craft directly into your home.
Maker: Ceramica Deruta
Pattern: Geometric sunburst with central floral medallion and acanthus leaf border
Material: Hand-painted majolica earthenware
Era: Vintage, mid to late 20th century (circa 1960s–1980s)
Colors: Navy blue, golden yellow, turquoise, coral-orange, periwinkle, white
Size: Approximately 15–16" diameter
Country of Origin: Italy
Condition: Vintage excellent. No chips or cracks noted; minor variations in glaze consistent with hand-painted artisan production.
Please refer to photos for size and condition as they are part of the description.
Each piece at Bluebird Vintage Manor is carefully sourced and packed with care so it arrives safely at your home.
