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Maiolica Plate - A Maiolica painter at work
Maiolica Plate - A Maiolica painter at work. Italian (Caffaggiolo) c.1515. Date: circa 1515
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1515 Decorating Maiolica Method Painter Paints Pottery
14"x18" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x12" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 20.3cm x 30.4cm (8" x 12")
Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 45.8cm (14" x 18")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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Maiolica Plate: A Glimpse into the World of a 16th Century Italian Maiolica Painter at Work This image transports us back in time to the bustling workshops of 16th century Italy, where the art of maiolica pottery was at its zenith. The scene depicts an engrossed artist, meticulously decorating a plate with intricate designs using traditional maiolica techniques. The plate, produced in Caffaggiolo, a renowned center for maiolica production, is dated circa 1515. Maiolica, a type of tin-glazed ceramic, was a popular art form during the Renaissance period in Italy. Known for its vibrant colors and intricate decorations, maiolica pottery was highly sought after by the European elite. The artist in this image is applying paints to the plate with great care and precision, using a brush dipped in pigment. The decorative motifs include geometric patterns, floral designs, and mythological scenes, all executed with remarkable skill and finesse. The method used in creating maiolica pottery involved several stages. After the initial firing, the pottery was coated with a thin layer of white clay, which was then covered with a transparent glaze. Once dry, the artist could apply the intricate designs using various pigments, which were then fired at a high temperature to create a permanent, glassy surface. This evocative image offers a rare glimpse into the world of a 16th century maiolica painter at work, capturing the dedication, artistry, and craftsmanship that went into creating these beautiful and enduring works of art.
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