Kitschy, colorful, and classic, majolica pottery is currently one of the hottest trends in home decor. But these bright and sassy ceramics aren’t anything new. In fact, they have a storied history all ...
When property from the estate of James Beard, the dean of American cooking, was auctioned at the William Doyle Galleries here Oct. 3, it was expected that the sale would focus on Beard`s culinary ...
Majolica was made in many countries, the United States, England, France, Spain, Italy, Germany and Sweden. The word majolica has two meanings to collectors. The first of the tin-glazed pottery known ...
Have you ever come across a beautiful piece of pottery marked “Majolica” and wondered if it’s worth anything? If you’re a collector or simply interested in antiques, knowing how to identify and value ...
WHEN IT COMES to the finest example of pottery from the Victorian era, there is only one word: “majolica.” Artisans of the period used glazes from ancient Eastern lands, as well as shapes and motifs ...
WE had a fabulous sale in December and a pair of Majolica Italian vases sold for £1,900. You either love Majolica or hate it, but you can't ignore it. Majolica pottery originated in North Africa and ...
When talking about one of my favorite antique/collectible items, it brings to mind the beautiful pottery of Majolica. I am not a collector, but definitely an admirer of this quality vintage or antique ...
When Majolica pottery was first introduced by Herbert Minton and Leon Arnoux at the famous 1851 Crystal Palace Exhibit in London, Queen Victoria fell in love with it. Her enthusiasm for the new style, ...
Majolica was made in many countries — the United States, England, France, Spain, Italy, Germany and Sweden. The word majolica has two meanings to collectors. The first of the tin-glazed pottery known ...