Majolica

About this book

Majolica has been receiving growing recognition as a ceramic collectible and has experienced a consequent growth in value. In Majolica Mike Schneider presents a comprehensive look at this soft-bodied brightly colored pottery with its high-relief decoration and clear lead glaze. Amply illustrated with color photographs the various forms Majolica took are covered in detail. They include pitchers platters plates leaf plates syrups sardine boxes and other covered pieces cigarette holders ashtrays and humidors. Also included are cups saucers mugs and teapots cakeplates planters vases and other items. Schneider traces Majolicas history from its earliest roots in the 8th century to its emergence as a new form in Londons Crystal Palace Exhibition in 1851 and the following decades of popularity. The leading manufacturers are documented using the latest research.