Large Pair Tuscan Terracotta Urns
Stock No
024295
2024
- Set of Two
- £1,100.00
- €1,336 Euro
- $1,392 US Dollar
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Item Description
A wonderful handsome pair of Tuscan terracotta urns for the garden or inside the home if preferred, they would look great standing on plinths, or the floor, in a conservatory or outside, they are wonderful pieces.
Imported from “Impruneta in Italy” and handmade using the famous “Galestro” mix of clay.
Measures 60cm tall, 25.5cm square base and 49cm diameter top
This particular Terracotta from Impruneta in Tuscany distinguishes itself from other types of earthenware due to the chemical composition of the clay used in its production. The “galestro”, a mix of clay and calcium carbonate, renders the product extremely resistant to freezing conditions and other weather extremes. These qualities make Impruneta’s terracotta a prestigious product of high quality.
The manufacture of Impruneta terracotta dates back to Etruscan times. Subsequently, during the Renaissance period, many artists used Impruneta terracotta in the creation of their masterpieces; for example Brunelleschi’s famous dome in Florence is covered with terracotta tiles from Impruneta.
Item Info
Seller
Seller Location
Hexham, Northumberland
Item Dimensions
H: 60cm W: 49cm D: 49cm
Period
Fourth quarter 20th Century
Item Location
United Kingdom
Seller Location
Hexham, Northumberland
Item Location
United Kingdom
Seller Contact No
+44 (0)7966 398123
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