Maiolica

This concise handbook opens a window onto the world of maiolica, the lustrous tin‑glazed pottery that flourished across the Mediterranean from the Renaissance onward. It explains the craft’s vocabulary—terms such as bottega and fabrique that capture the blend of workshop and studio—and sets the art within its broader historical development from primitive earthenware to the refined forms admired today.

The text is enriched by dozens of detailed woodcut plates, each depicting a specific vase, plate or bowl from collections ranging from Persian tiles to Italian Renaissance dishes. By pairing these images with concise notes on marks, inscriptions and regional styles, the book helps listeners recognise the subtle signatures of masters like Benedetto, the Caffaggiolo workshop, and the famed factories of Faenza and Urbino.

Beyond cataloguing individual pieces, the guide offers a narrative of how maiolica techniques travelled, evolved, and influenced decorative arts across Europe and the Near East. Listeners will come away with a richer appreciation for the cultural exchanges woven into each glaze, and a reference for exploring the objects they may encounter in museums or private collections.