Italian maiolica wares, also known as majolica, are a type of tin-glazed earthenware pottery that originated in Italy during the Renaissance period. Maiolica wares are known for their colourful, highly decorative designs that are painted on a white background.
The name "Maiolica" is the medieval Italian name for the island of Majorca, where this type of pottery was originally thought to have been made. Majolica is a corrupted for of the word Maiolica and was used in the 19th century for a type of earthenware produced in Staffordshire by potteries such as Minton.
Maiolica wares were typically made by applying a tin glaze to earthenware pottery and then firing it in a kiln. The tin glaze creates a white surface that is perfect for painting intricate designs in bright colours. These designs often featured scenes from everyday life, landscapes, animals, or geometric patterns.
In Italy, maiolica wares were produced more...
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