A Doccia porcelain casket, of rectangular form with hinged and…
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A Doccia porcelain casket, of rectangular form with hinged and gilt metal mounts and each panel moulded con-basso relieve istoriato with Capo-de-Monte' style mythological scenes of banquets, dancing and bathing within floral bands in guilt, circa 1850-1880. 16 cm high, 24 cm wide, 14 cm deep

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  • Istoriato - Istoriato decoration is found on Italian Renaissance majolica ceramics. The term "istoriato" means "storytelling" in Italian, and the decoration typically features detailed scenes from history, mythology, or literature, often including multiple figures and elaborate backgrounds. The istoriato decoration technique involves painting the scene onto the surface of the ceramic piece using bright, vivid colors. The technique was developed in the early 16th century in Italy and was particularly popular in the cities of Urbino and Faenza.

    Istoriato ceramics were often produced as commissioned works for wealthy patrons, and were highly valued for their intricate design and narrative content. They were used for a variety of purposes, including serving dishes, decorative plates, and wall hangings.
  • Circa - A Latin term meaning 'about', often used in the antique trade to give an approximate date for the piece, usually considered to be five years on either side of the circa year. Thus, circa 1900 means the piece was made about 1900, probably between 1895 and 1905. The expression is sometimes abbreviated to c.1900.

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