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The brightly colored tin-enameled earthenware called maiolica was among the major accomplishments of decorative arts in 16th-century Italy. This in-depth look at the history of maiolica, told through 140 exemplary pieces from the world-class collection at the Metropolitan Museum, offers a new perspective on a major aspect of Italian Renaissance art. Most of the works have never been published and all are newly photographed. The ceramics are featured alongside detailed descriptions of production techniques and a consideration of the social and cultural context, making this an invaluable resource for scholars and collectors. The imaginatively decorated works include an eight-figure group of the Lamentation, the largest and most ambitious piece of sculpture produced in a Renaissance maiolica workshop; pharmacy jars; bella donna plates; and more.

Published by The Metropolitan Museum of Art / Distributed by Yale University Press


Exhibition Schedule:

The Metropolitan Museum of Art
(08/29/16–02/26/17)

Maiolica: Italian Renaissance Ceramics in The Metropolitan Museum of Art

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The brightly colored tin-enameled earthenware called maiolica was among the major accomplishments of decorative arts in 16th-century Italy. This in-depth... Read more

    Publisher: Metropolitan Museum of Art
    Publication Date: 06/09/2016
    ISBN13: 9781588395610, 978-1588395610
    ISBN10: 1588395618

    Number of Pages: 392

    Non Fiction , Art & Photography

    Description

    The brightly colored tin-enameled earthenware called maiolica was among the major accomplishments of decorative arts in 16th-century Italy. This in-depth look at the history of maiolica, told through 140 exemplary pieces from the world-class collection at the Metropolitan Museum, offers a new perspective on a major aspect of Italian Renaissance art. Most of the works have never been published and all are newly photographed. The ceramics are featured alongside detailed descriptions of production techniques and a consideration of the social and cultural context, making this an invaluable resource for scholars and collectors. The imaginatively decorated works include an eight-figure group of the Lamentation, the largest and most ambitious piece of sculpture produced in a Renaissance maiolica workshop; pharmacy jars; bella donna plates; and more.

    Published by The Metropolitan Museum of Art / Distributed by Yale University Press


    Exhibition Schedule:

    The Metropolitan Museum of Art
    (08/29/16–02/26/17)

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