Italy - 20th century

Collection of Artistic Ceramics from Gualdo Tadino (20th Century)
The present documentation attests to the quantity, state of preservation, and commercial valuation of a collection consisting of 20 pieces from the ceramic tradition of Gualdo Tadino (Perugia). The collection is distinguished in particular by the significant core of works made with the traditional lustre technique (third firing in a reducing atmosphere with fumes), paired with historically relevant polychrome maiolicas.
SECTION I: LUSTRE WORKS (GOLD AND DEEP RED)
The lustre with a reflected iridescence, rediscovered in the nineteenth century by Paolo Rubboli, involves a third firing in a reducing atmosphere with organic fumes, which gives the surfaces shifting metallic iridescences.
Workshop and Rubboli Masters
1. Pouring Jug, Tall Spout (Carlo Rubboli)
Size: Height 16 cm.
Description: Slender body with a tall handle and a sculptural quality. Miniature decoration in Raphael-esque and grotesque motifs on a cobalt blue background. Excellent saturation of ruby red.
Condition: Intact.
Estimate: € 280 – € 400.
2. Classic Pouring Jug (Carlo Rubboli)
Size: Height 17 cm.
Description: Traditional bi-colour parade jug with a pronounced spout, richly adorned with metallic gold and ruby reflections.
Condition: Intact.
Estimate: € 250 – € 350.
3. Pouring Jug (Alberto Rubboli)
Size: Height 17 cm, Width max 14 cm (body 10 cm).
Description: Postwar manufacture. Excellent distribution of the golden lustre with foliate volute motifs.
Condition: Intact.
Estimate: € 220 – € 300.
4. Circular Lid Box (Carlo Rubboli)
Size: Diameter 9 cm.
Description: Boxed keepsake with contemporary lid. Lid decorated with geometric radiating spokes, body with horizontal bands.
Condition: Intact.
Estimate: € 190 – € 270.
5. Circular Lid Box (Carlo Rubboli)
Size: Diameter 8 cm.
Description: Pharmacy/mignon keepsake container. Uniform ruby reflections with high gloss.
Condition: Intact.
Estimate: € 180 – € 260.
6. Mignon Pouring Jug (Alberto Rubboli)
Size: Height 13 cm, Width 8 cm.
Description: Small vase with molded handle, dense foliate decor.
Condition: Intact.
Estimate: € 180 – € 250.
7. Oval Container (Alberto Rubboli)
Size: 13 x 8 cm.
Description: Low oval tray, decorated in Raphael-esque style with a central ruby lustre flower.
Condition: Intact.
Estimate: € 140 – € 190.
8. Ornamental Flat Plate (Carlo Rubboli)
Size: Diameter 12 cm.
Description: Parade plate with a rim entirely miniated in grotesques and a central geometric rosette.
Condition: Intact.
Estimate: € 100 – € 150.
9. Ornamental Flat Plate (Alberto Rubboli)
Size: Diameter 12 cm.
Description: Mirror specimen to the previous in size, useful to document the workshop’s generational transition.
Condition: Intact.
Estimate: € 90 – € 140.
10. Rare Wall Crucifix (Carlo Rubboli)
Size: 8 x 6 cm.
Description: Ornamented relief devotional plaque. A sacred subject very infrequent in current Rubboli production.
Condition: Intact.
Estimate: € 120 – € 180.
11. Trio of Coordinated Cups (Carlo Rubboli)
Description: Small showcase bowls internally decorated with star motifs and dense golden iridescences.
Condition: Intact.
Estimate: € 150 – € 220.
12. Bianco Cup (Carlo Rubboli)
Size: Width 9 cm.
Description: Ornamental small bowl with tiny shell handles and geometric cutouts on the upper rim.
Condition: Intact.
Estimate: € 80 – € 120.
Garofoli Workshop in Lustre
1. Parade Circular Plate (Dante Garofoli)
Size: Diameter 18 cm.
Description: Exceptional and rare lustre piece by Garofoli. Central rosette with vegetal radiance and golden and ruby reflections in light.
Condition: Intact.
Estimate: € 150 – € 220.
SECTION II: POLYCHROME MAIOLICAS (PLAIN DECOR)
1. Antique Coffee Set (Prof. Alfredo Santarelli)
Composition: 4 coordinated pieces.
Description: Decoration in classic Renaissance style with high chromatic density (blue, yellow, green).
Condition: Presence of edge chipping due to the period.
Estimate: € 120 – € 180.
2. Cup with Saucer (Rubboli Heirs)
Description: Traditional polychrome production with classic Gualdo motifs.
Condition: Intact.
Estimate: € 70 – € 100.
3. Large Oval Plate (Antonio Paoletti – Carlo Rubboli School)
Size: 18 x 14 cm.
Description: Important testimony of the Rubboli master’s school. Grotesques and leafy scrolls on a light background.
Condition: Intact.
Estimate: € 60 – € 100.
4. Coordinated Breakfast Set (Dante Garofoli)
Composition: Oval tray (18x11 cm) and 2 cups (6x5 cm).
Description: Fine and precise line in “Raffaellesco” style. Vivid colors with no smudging.
Condition: The tray is intact; one cup has a nibble on the rim.
Estimate: € 60 – € 90.
5. Under-cup Saucer (Ceramiche Garofoli)
Size: Diameter 10 cm.
Description: Small ornamental polychrome maiolica with legible signature on the back.
Condition: Intact.
Estimate: € 35 – € 55.
6. Parade Stemmed Cup (Vecchia Gualdo Manifattura)
Size: Height 18 cm.
Description: Monumental cup for display, reproduced from Renaissance pharmacy models.
Condition: Intact.
Estimate: € 50 – € 80.
7. Inspection Bianco Vase (Zenobi)
Description: Small amphora decorated with geometric and traditional color bands.
Condition: Intact.
Estimate: € 45 – € 70.

ASSESSMENT SUMMARY OF THE LOT (UNIQUE)
Total Lots: 20 individual pieces or sets.
Minimum Estimated Value (Wholesale/Base Bid): € 2,510
Maximum Estimated Value (Detail/Expected Outcome): € 3,625
Compliance Note: The valuations stated here take into account the most recent auction results for Umbrian maiolica and the preservation state of individual pieces. For overseas sales, the Rubboli-signed core represents the more liquid financial portion.