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Majolica, a form of ceramic art, has left its vibrant mark on various historical sites and exhibitions around the world

Background imageMajolica Collection: Majolica Lake Como September 1841 Elizabeth Murray

Majolica Lake Como September 1841 Elizabeth Murray
Majolica, Lake Como, September 1841, Elizabeth Murray, English, c. 1815-1882, England, Watercolor and white gouache over graphite on gray wove paper, 187 mm × 270 mm

Background imageMajolica Collection: Majolica Ware, Plate 68

Majolica Ware, Plate 68, showing a range of items, including plates, stands, dishes and bowls. Date: circa 1880s Fine lithograph by Allbut & Daniel in Illustrated Catalogue of China, Glass

Background imageMajolica Collection: Majolica Ware, Plate 67

Majolica Ware, Plate 67, showing a range of items, including a tray, teapots, cups and saucers, jugs, dishes and bowls. Date: circa 1880s

Background imageMajolica Collection: Exhibition Visitors

Exhibition Visitors
Visitors to the International Exhibition held in South Kensington, London taking a rest by the Majolica fountain which is surmounted by a statue of St George killing a dragon

Background imageMajolica Collection: Source Size = 1909 x 2484

Source Size = 1909 x 2484
The Paris International Exhibition: Messrs. Maw and Co.s Exhibition of Encaustic Tile Pavement, Majolica and Enamelled Tiles, France, 1867

Background imageMajolica Collection: Source Size = 1994 x 1734

Source Size = 1994 x 1734
The Paris International Exhibition: Majolica Vase by Minton, France, 1867

Background imageMajolica Collection: Majolica Painting, ENGRAVING 1882

Majolica Painting, ENGRAVING 1882

Background imageMajolica Collection: Frontispiece Christies Sale Catalogue Fontaine Collection

Frontispiece Christies Sale Catalogue Fontaine Collection
The frontispiece of Christies Sale Catalogue of the celebrated Fontaine Collection of Majolica, Henri II ware, Palissy ware, Nevers ware, Limoges enamels; carvings in Ivory

Background imageMajolica Collection: Uzbekistan - Samarkand. UNESCO World Heritage List, 2001. Lyab-i-Hauz

Uzbekistan - Samarkand. UNESCO World Heritage List, 2001. Lyab-i-Hauz. Majolica ornamentation. Detail image

Background imageMajolica Collection: Russia, Yaroslavl, Historical Centre of City of Yaroslavl, Church of Elijah Prophet

Russia, Yaroslavl, Historical Centre of City of Yaroslavl, Church of Elijah Prophet
Russia - Yaroslavl. Historical Centre of the City of Yaroslavl (UNESCO World Heritage List, 2005). Church of Elijah the Prophet (1647-50), majolica decoration depicting the two-headed eagle

Background imageMajolica Collection: Majolica Painting

Majolica Painting, Engraving 1882

Background imageMajolica Collection: View of Positano with the typical majolica dome of Santa Maria Assunta, Costiera Amalfitana

View of Positano with the typical majolica dome of Santa Maria Assunta, Costiera Amalfitana, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Campania, Italy, Europe

Background imageMajolica Collection: Scribes tools, wood and majolica vessels used for colors

Scribes tools, wood and majolica vessels used for colors
Egyptian civilization. Tools used by scribes: wood and majolica vessels used for colors

Background imageMajolica Collection: Majolica plate with lotus flowers, symbol of the Nile delta in Lower Egypt

Majolica plate with lotus flowers, symbol of the Nile delta in Lower Egypt, from the Palace of Seti I at Qantir
Egyptian civilization, New Kingdom, Dynasty XIX. Majolica plate with lotus flowers, symbol of the Nile delta in Lower Egypt. From the Palace of Seti I at Qantir

Background imageMajolica Collection: Statuette of divinity protector of pregnant women and infants, siliceous majolica

Statuette of divinity protector of pregnant women and infants, siliceous majolica
Egyptian civilization, Third Intermediate Period, Dynasty XXI. Statuette of divinity protector of pregnant women and infants, siliceous majolica, from the eastern Nile delta

Background imageMajolica Collection: Fragment of decoration, majolica with head of Syrian Semitic prisoner

Fragment of decoration, majolica with head of Syrian Semitic prisoner
Egyptian civilization, New Kingdom, Dynasty XIX. Fragment of decoration. Majolica with head of Syrian Semitic prisoner

Background imageMajolica Collection: Majolica statues of funerary servants of vizier Paser

Majolica statues of funerary servants of vizier Paser
Egyptian civilization, New Kingdom, Dynasty XIX. Majolica statues of funerary servants of vizier Paser

Background imageMajolica Collection: Amulet of Darius I (521-486 BC), siliceous majolica

Amulet of Darius I (521-486 BC), siliceous majolica
Egyptian civilization, Late Period, Dynasty XXVII. Amulet of Darius I (521-486 b.C.) made of siliceous majolica

Background imageMajolica Collection: Blue majolica hippopotamus from Dra Abu el-Naga, Middle Kingdom, Egyptian civilization

Blue majolica hippopotamus from Dra Abu el-Naga, Middle Kingdom, Egyptian civilization
Egyptian civilization, Middle Kingdom. Blue majolica hippopotamus, height 12.70 cm. From Dra Abu el-Naga

Background imageMajolica Collection: Little flask of Psamtik II made of siliceous majolica and box lid of Nitocris

Little flask of Psamtik II made of siliceous majolica and box lid of Nitocris
Egyptian civilization, Late Period, Dynasty XXVII. Little flask of Psamtik II made of siliceous majolica and box lid of Nitocris

Background imageMajolica Collection: The famous trotter Majolica, by Bonners Startle: Driven by

The famous trotter Majolica, by Bonners Startle: Driven by John Murphy. Date c1884. The famous trotter Majolica, by Bonners Startle: Driven by John Murphy. Date c1884

Background imageMajolica Collection: Majolica and Nick Nack crackers

Majolica and Nick Nack crackers
Label for a Christmas cracker box presumably containing small pottery or china gifts

Background imageMajolica Collection: Swimming Pool 1930S

Swimming Pool 1930S
The luxurious bubbling swimming bath of St. Gellert, Budapest, Hungary, which has a hall adorned with Byzantine mosaics, and radioactive water

Background imageMajolica Collection: Detail of majolica tiled floor depicting earthly paradise in Church of San Michele Arcangelo by

Detail of majolica tiled floor depicting earthly paradise in Church of San Michele Arcangelo by Leonardo Chiaiese dating from 1761, Anacapri, Isle of Capri, Campania, Italy, Europe

Background imageMajolica Collection: Church of San Michele Arcangelo with painted majolica floor by Leonardo Chiaiese dating from 1761

Church of San Michele Arcangelo with painted majolica floor by Leonardo Chiaiese dating from 1761, Anacapri, Isle of Capri, Campania, Italy, Europe

Background imageMajolica Collection: Majolica stoves inside the Hohensalzburg Fortress, Salzburg, Austria, Europe

Majolica stoves inside the Hohensalzburg Fortress, Salzburg, Austria, Europe

Background imageMajolica Collection: Majolica tiled cupola of Jesuit church of San Michele

Majolica tiled cupola of Jesuit church of San Michele dating from the 17th century, Old Town, Alghero, Nurra province, Sardinia, Italy, Europe



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Majolica, a form of ceramic art, has left its vibrant mark on various historical sites and exhibitions around the world. In Naples, Italy, the Chiesa Santa Chiara showcases stunning majolica columns in its monastery cloister. The intricate designs and vivid colors transport visitors to a different era. Another remarkable example can be found at the Church of San Michele Arcangelo in Naples. Here, Leonardo Chiaiese's painted majolica floor dating back to 1761 captivates with its detailed patterns and artistic finesse. Traveling across borders, majolica made an appearance at the International Exhibition held in London in 1862. The Majolica Fountain stole the show with its exquisite craftsmanship and elegance. Not limited to floors or fountains alone, it also graced walls as seen in Seville, Spain's Plaza de Espana azulejos. These decorative tiles add charm and beauty to this iconic square. The Crystal Palace during the same exhibition showcased Minton's majestic fountain crafted from majolica. Its grandeur was captured through a chromolithograph that immortalized this masterpiece for generations to come. Even beyond religious sites and exhibitions, majolica found itself integrated into everyday life objects such as jardinières like the large Minton piece from around 1870. This ceramic marvel adorned homes with sophistication and style. Artistic expressions were not limited solely to religious or domestic themes; mythology also played a role in inspiring masterpieces like "Leda and the Swan. " This captivating portrayal demonstrates how majolica artists skillfully brought ancient tales to life through their craftmanship. From breathtaking churches adorned with colorful columns to international exhibitions showcasing innovative designs, it is evident that majolica holds an enduring place within our cultural heritage worldwide.