Deruta Maiolica Plates, Hand Painted (set of 3)

Deruta Maiolica Plates, Hand-Painted Set of Three

A set of three hand-painted maiolica plates in graduated sizes from Deruta, Italy. Underglaze blue botanical motifs—flowering vines and scrollwork—decorate each plate. Scalloped rim edges characteristic of traditional Deruta production.

Condition: Good.

Origin: Deruta, Umbria, Italy, circa 1950s–1980s

Details:

• Hand-painted underglaze blue decoration
• Deruta maiolica (tin-glazed earthenware)
• Scalloped rim edges
• Large plate: 22.0 cm diameter
• Small plates: 19.0 cm diameter
• Set of three
• Decorative

Provenance & Context

Deruta, located in Umbria in central Italy, has been a center of maiolica production since the 15th century. This set exemplifies mid-20th-century artisanal Deruta craftsmanship: hand-painted botanical designs rendered in cobalt blue, scalloped edges, and traditional tin-glaze techniques passed down through generations of ceramicists. Each plate features distinct floral compositions reflecting the region's reverence for naturalism.

Styling & Use

Display as a wall arrangement or on open shelving as a decorative accent. 

A charming accent for collectors of Italian ceramics, maiolica, and artisanal tableware.

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