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Huge Majolica Ceramic Planter on Figural Base Stand with Lions Head Decoration from Italy
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Huge Majolica Ceramic Planter on Figural Base Stand with Lions Head Decoration from Italy

1900 - 1920
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FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION

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A VERY LARGE MAJOLICA STYLE PLANTER SUITABLE FOR INDOOR USE ONLY.

“Majolica (pronounced muh-JOL-i-kuh) is a type of porous earthenware pottery that features a brightly colored, opaque glaze, often with rich decorations or three-dimensional, molded designs”

“The technique actually originated in the Middle East and was brought to Italy via the Spanish island of Majorca (then spelled Majolica). Because Italian traders imported this Spanish ware through Majorca, the Italians adopted the word maiolica to describe it”

The planter is hand finished in a mixture of glazed and fired colours with similarities in pattern and design to English majolica.The item has a highly polished finish.

Produced in the early 20th century to a good standard of finish, being ideal to stand a potted plant inside.

This type of pottery was being produced in Italy as was the well known make of Capo De Monte.

It is recommended to keep all plants inside a sealed plastic vessel to avoid any water ingress into the porcelains surface.

The plynth is made of three Grecian naked gentlement bearing

supporting the upper bowl,decorated with lion heads.

Measurements

Total Height to rim 22 Inches ( 56 cm )

Diameter of upper bowl 13 Inches 33 cm )

Diameter of round base piece 9 Inches ( 23 cm )

Condition

Excellent Order Throughout.

The flowers are optional for an extra £

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Lot / 0666 / HC

Physical Dimensions
Height
56cm (22.05")
Width
33cm (12.99")
Depth
33cm (12.99")
Declaration

Sale Antiques has dated this Italian Majolica Figural Planter to the 1920s.

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SA1217109
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Lot / 0666 / From Private Collection
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Description
FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION

FREE UK DELIVERY

Excludes Ireland / Flowers Optional Extra £25

NO EXPORT SHIPPING ON THIS ITEM

A VERY LARGE MAJOLICA STYLE PLANTER SUITABLE FOR INDOOR USE ONLY.

“
“Majolica (pronounced muh-JOL-i-kuh) is a type of porous earthenware pottery that features a brightly colored, opaque glaze, often with rich decorations or three-dimensional, molded designs”.
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fig 1. A large Italian majolica ceramic planter decorated with lion head masks and fruit garlands, resting on a sculpted figural base.
fig 1. Huge Majolica Ceramic Planter on Figural Base Stand with Lions Head Decoration from Italy

“The technique actually originated in the Middle East and was brought to Italy via the Spanish island of Majorca (then spelled Majolica). Because Italian traders imported this Spanish ware through Majorca, the Italians adopted the word maiolica to describe it”

fig 2. A large Italian majolica ceramic planter decorated with lion head masks and fruit garlands, resting on a sculpted figural base.
fig 2. Huge Majolica Ceramic Planter on Figural Base Stand with Lions Head Decoration from Italy

The planter is hand finished in a mixture of glazed and fired colours with similarities in pattern and design to English majolica.The item has a highly polished finish.

Produced in the early 20th century to a good standard of finish, being ideal to stand a potted plant inside.

fig 3. A large Italian majolica ceramic planter decorated with lion head masks and fruit garlands, resting on a sculpted figural base.
fig 3. Huge Majolica Ceramic Planter on Figural Base Stand with Lions Head Decoration from Italy

This type of pottery was being produced in Italy as was the well known make of Capo De Monte.

It is recommended to keep all plants inside a sealed plastic vessel to avoid any water ingress into the porcelains surface.

fig 4. A large Italian majolica ceramic planter decorated with lion head masks and fruit garlands, resting on a sculpted figural base.
fig 4. Huge Majolica Ceramic Planter on Figural Base Stand with Lions Head Decoration from Italy

The plynth is made of three Grecian naked gentlement bearing

supporting the upper bowl,decorated with lion heads.

Measurements

Total Height to rim 22 Inches ( 56 cm )

Diameter of upper bowl 13 Inches 33 cm )

fig 5. A large Italian majolica ceramic planter decorated with lion head masks and fruit garlands, resting on a sculpted figural base.
fig 5. Huge Majolica Ceramic Planter on Figural Base Stand with Lions Head Decoration from Italy

Diameter of round base piece 9 Inches ( 23 cm )

Condition

Excellent Order Throughout.

The flowers are optional for an extra £

FREE UK DELIVERY INCLUDED / Except Ireland

NO INTERNATIONAL SUPPLY

ENQUIRE : 0116 2681106 ( 10 am - 8 pm )

Lot / 0666 / HC

Height
56cm (22.05")
Width
33cm (12.99")
Depth
33cm (12.99")
Date of Manufacture

Sale Antiques has dated this Italian Majolica Figural Planter to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1217109
Dealers Internal Ref
Lot / 0666 / From Private Collection
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A large Italian majolica ceramic planter decorated with lion head masks and fruit garlands, resting on a sculpted figural base.
Huge Majolica Ceramic Planter On Figural Base Stand With Lions Head Decoration From Italy
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Italian majolica refers to tin-glazed earthenware decorated with vibrant metal oxide glazes. Originating during the Renaissance, these wares frequently feature elaborate relief moulding, classical figures, and bold polychrome glazes.

Majolica planters are crafted from porous earthenware or terracotta clay fired at low temperatures. They receive an opaque white tin glaze background before hand-painted coloured oxide glazes are applied and fired to create a high-gloss finish.

Authentic majolica displays heavy earthenware weight, glaze pooling in carved crevices, and subtle variations from hand painting. Unglazed rim foot rings, makers marks, and natural age crazing on the glaze surface are primary indicators.

A majolica planter serves as a focal accent on a sideboard, console table, or wide window sill. Pairing the urn with simple green foliage allows the rich glazes and sculpted details to stand out without creating visual distraction.

Clean majolica with a soft, damp cloth and mild liquid soap, avoiding abrasive sponges or harsh chemical solutions. Keep earthenware vessels indoors to protect the porous body and glaze from moisture absorption and frost cracking.
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