Plate

Art Historical Context

This elegant plate, crafted around 1765 in Pesaro, Italy, exemplifies the enduring tradition of tin-glazed earthen, known as maiolica. Measuring 9 1/8 inches in, it features a classic white tin glaze over a fired earthenware body, which created an opaque, smooth surface ideal for vibrant painted decorations—here, delicate floral motifs that evoke the Rococo era's love for nature-inspired ornamentation. Pesaro, a key ceramic center on Italy's Adriatic coast, was renowned for such wares from the Renaissance through the 18th century, blending utility with artistry. The tin-glazing technique, int...