Vase - Large cachepot with motif "Pavoncella/Gallo" Sardinian sgraffito, 1970s - Ceramic

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Description from the seller

Splendid and imposing vase (cachepot) in Sardinian artistic ceramic, entirely handmade and hand-decorated. The animal depicted is a Sardinian pavoncella (or gallinella), reinterpreted in a modernist style. In the island’s craft tradition, the pavoncella is a very strong agro-pastoral symbol representing fertility, abundance, and good fortune.

The technique used is graffito on engobe (the clay is coated with a layer of white earth and then incised raw to bring out the dark color of the underlying clay), typical of the great ceramic centers of Sardinia such as Assemini, Dorgali, or Oristano.
The body of the vase is enriched with deep vertical flutes and completed by two characteristic raw-applied ring handles. On the base is present the artist’s monogram hand-signed in black.

A display piece with strong visual impact, perfect for collectors of regional art ceramics and XXth-century design.

Material: Ceramic / Engobed terracotta and incised glaze
Origin: Italy, Sardinia (Artistic Manufacture of Assemini / Dorgali)
Period: Second half of the 20th century (circa 1970)
Decoration: Manual sgraffito incising
Signature/Mark: Artist’s initials on the bottom
Good vintage condition.
Dimensions:
Height: 25 cm x Diameter: 25 cm

Seller's Story

Welcome to our Catawiki store. Our journey in online sales began back in 2004, driven by a clear vision: creating online auctions dedicated to high-value objects. Today, more than twenty years later, we carry forward that exact same vision. We are proud to have remained a small, family-run business, yet operating with the solidity and scale of major industry professionals: each year, we welcome more than 100 new clients, purchase over 150 lots, and select between 3,000 and 5,000 unique items to offer you. Our commitment is reflected in everything we do, from the initial find to the final delivery to your doorstep: • A Purchase with Social Value: Buying from us means securing a great deal while actively supporting the future of young Italian students. We collaborate closely with 3 graphic design and advertising schools in Milan, Bergamo, and Lecco. We invest our time and expertise to teach these students the secrets of online sales, professional photography, and marketing. By choosing us, you are tangibly contributing to their education and career paths. • Field Research and Discovery: For years, we have been personally scouting the most remote locations across Lombardy to find unique pieces, rarities, oddities, and mid-century modern design. • We Invest Our Own Capital: We do not sell on consignment. We invest our own capital upfront to purchase and restore every single item, taking on all the risks ourselves. • Direct Dealings with No Intermediaries: We manage every single price personally. This allows us to eliminate third-party costs and ensure you get the best possible profit margin as a buyer or collector. • Meticulous Restoration and Quality Control: We get our hands dirty. Every item is carefully restored and verified with an obsessive eye for detail before going up for auction. • Secure and Eco-Friendly Shipping: To prevent inflated shipping costs and ensure indestructible packaging, my wife and I head out almost every evening, often at unusual hours, to collect heavy-duty industrial cardboard from businesses in our neighborhood. We hand-select only pre-evaluated, ultra-resistant materials to offer you maximum protection at the lowest possible cost. Choosing our lots means relying on the historic expertise of a family that has lived this passion since 2004, while investing in the next generation. Our schools and students thank you deeply for your trust. Happy bidding!
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Splendid and imposing vase (cachepot) in Sardinian artistic ceramic, entirely handmade and hand-decorated. The animal depicted is a Sardinian pavoncella (or gallinella), reinterpreted in a modernist style. In the island’s craft tradition, the pavoncella is a very strong agro-pastoral symbol representing fertility, abundance, and good fortune.

The technique used is graffito on engobe (the clay is coated with a layer of white earth and then incised raw to bring out the dark color of the underlying clay), typical of the great ceramic centers of Sardinia such as Assemini, Dorgali, or Oristano.
The body of the vase is enriched with deep vertical flutes and completed by two characteristic raw-applied ring handles. On the base is present the artist’s monogram hand-signed in black.

A display piece with strong visual impact, perfect for collectors of regional art ceramics and XXth-century design.

Material: Ceramic / Engobed terracotta and incised glaze
Origin: Italy, Sardinia (Artistic Manufacture of Assemini / Dorgali)
Period: Second half of the 20th century (circa 1970)
Decoration: Manual sgraffito incising
Signature/Mark: Artist’s initials on the bottom
Good vintage condition.
Dimensions:
Height: 25 cm x Diameter: 25 cm

Seller's Story

Welcome to our Catawiki store. Our journey in online sales began back in 2004, driven by a clear vision: creating online auctions dedicated to high-value objects. Today, more than twenty years later, we carry forward that exact same vision. We are proud to have remained a small, family-run business, yet operating with the solidity and scale of major industry professionals: each year, we welcome more than 100 new clients, purchase over 150 lots, and select between 3,000 and 5,000 unique items to offer you. Our commitment is reflected in everything we do, from the initial find to the final delivery to your doorstep: • A Purchase with Social Value: Buying from us means securing a great deal while actively supporting the future of young Italian students. We collaborate closely with 3 graphic design and advertising schools in Milan, Bergamo, and Lecco. We invest our time and expertise to teach these students the secrets of online sales, professional photography, and marketing. By choosing us, you are tangibly contributing to their education and career paths. • Field Research and Discovery: For years, we have been personally scouting the most remote locations across Lombardy to find unique pieces, rarities, oddities, and mid-century modern design. • We Invest Our Own Capital: We do not sell on consignment. We invest our own capital upfront to purchase and restore every single item, taking on all the risks ourselves. • Direct Dealings with No Intermediaries: We manage every single price personally. This allows us to eliminate third-party costs and ensure you get the best possible profit margin as a buyer or collector. • Meticulous Restoration and Quality Control: We get our hands dirty. Every item is carefully restored and verified with an obsessive eye for detail before going up for auction. • Secure and Eco-Friendly Shipping: To prevent inflated shipping costs and ensure indestructible packaging, my wife and I head out almost every evening, often at unusual hours, to collect heavy-duty industrial cardboard from businesses in our neighborhood. We hand-select only pre-evaluated, ultra-resistant materials to offer you maximum protection at the lowest possible cost. Choosing our lots means relying on the historic expertise of a family that has lived this passion since 2004, while investing in the next generation. Our schools and students thank you deeply for your trust. Happy bidding!
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Details

Era
1900-2000
Country of origin
Italy
Model
Large cachepot with motif "Pavoncella/Gallo" Sardinian sgraffito, 1970s
Material
Ceramic
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
25 cm
Width
25 cm
Depth
25 cm
Estimated period
1960-1970
ItalyVerified
9058
Objects sold
88.89%
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