Description: Vintage Fima Deruta Raffaellesco Pottery 14" Tureen w/Lid No Ladle. Made in Italy 1970s-1980s. Hand Made. Hand Painted. Approx. 14” Long x 8 1/2” Wide x 7 1/2” Tall, 6 lb 7.5 oz. Green, Yellow and Brown Scroll Handles on either Side of Tureen and Top of Lid. Edge of Lid and Tureen Yellow with Brown Slash Marks. Wide Band Typical Dragons Floral Scene on Lid and Outside of Tureen. Base Light Blue, Brown with Red Dots. Lid has Cut Out for Ladle (Ladle Not Included) The stylized dragon was reputedly painted in the 16th century by Raphael, the master painter and architect of the Italian High Renaissance. The Raffaellesco dragon has come to be known as a benevolent deity who bestows good luck and fair winds to seagoing merchants, thus the puffs of wind steaming from the dragon’s mouth. Founded in 1960, FIMA is a family-run business in Deruta. They have an excellent reputation for traditional Deruta dinnerware from their intricate, carefully hand-painted details and loyal adherence to the traditional colors and techniques. Deruta is a small town in Umbria, in the heart of Italy. It has been one of the most vital centers for the production of Italian ceramics since the Renaissance (15th century). Today, Deruta is highly regarded worldwide for the fine quality and beauty of its pottery. Signed on Bottom: FIMA DERUTA ITALY. Excellent used vintage condition. No chips, cracks, crazing or repairs. Normal wear from use and age. *** HANDLING FEE COVERS ADDITIONAL INSURANCE AND SIGNATURE UPON DELIVERY *** Click Here To See All Our Deruta Pottery Items!
Price: 500.99 USD
Location: Palm Springs, California
End Time: 2023-12-29T19:07:14.000Z
Shipping Cost: 12 USD
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Item Specifics
Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Features: Handles, Lid Included
Manufacturer Warranty: None
California Prop 65 Warning: Unknown
Care Instructions: Hand Wash Only
Handmade: Yes
Item Width: 8.5 in
Pattern: Raffaellesco
Time Period Manufactured: 1970-1979
Item Length: 14 in
Item Height: 7.5 in
Number of Items in Set: 2
Occasion: All Occasions
Vintage: Yes
Size: Large
Country/Region of Manufacture: Italy
Material: Ceramic
Number of Compartments: 1
Shape: Oval
Packaging: Unboxed
Item Weight: 6 lb 7.5 oz
Finish: Glossy
Brand: Fima
Style: Majolica
Antique: No
Color: Multicolor
Set Includes: Lid
Original/Licensed Reproduction: Original
Theme: Dragons
Type: Soup Tureen
