Schittone Italian Handcrafted Small Vase – “Donna in Rosso” Collection

Radiant, expressive, and utterly Italian — this handcrafted ceramic vase by Schittone Ceramiche captures the essence of Sicilian artistry. Measuring 7" x 5", it is a celebration of vibrant color, emotion, and craftsmanship, where every brushstroke tells a story of Italian passion and creativity.

This stunning piece features a stylized female portrait with flowing hand-sculpted curls in warm tones of red, gold, and honey, kissed by accents of turquoise and soft blush. Her expressive blue eyes and bold red lips evoke the timeless beauty and confidence of the Mediterranean woman. Delicate flowers nestle in her hair, symbolizing grace and femininity.

Each vase is individually hand-painted and sculpted in Italy, ensuring that no two pieces are ever alike. Slight variations in tone, texture, and expression make every Schittone creation a one-of-a-kind work of art — a reflection of the artisan’s personal touch and dedication to preserving Italy’s ceramic tradition.

Perfect as a decorative accent or collector’s art piece, this compact vase brings Italian charm and soulful elegance into any setting.

Product Details

• Origin: Handcrafted in Italy

• Artisan: Schittone Ceramiche

• Material: Glazed ceramic

• Dimensions: 7” H x 5” W

• Design: Stylized female face with red and golden curls, floral adornments

• Finish: Hand-painted and sculpted relief

• Uniqueness: Each piece is individually crafted and signed — one-of-a-kind

• Care: Wipe gently with a soft, dry cloth

The brothers Schittone, Vincenzo and Giuseppe, opened their artistic workshop in 2002 in Sciacca, a beautiful coastal town overlooking the sea in Sicily. Born in Sciacca, they attended the state institute of art "G. Bonachia “. As true artisans in hand-crafted modeling and painting, the brothers are two of our most innovative ceramists. They create unique pieces such as Moor's heads and passionately promote Sciacca a city of Ceramic. Check out the rest of the modern collection on biordi.com

Italian ceramics are heirloom quality products, and can last lifetime with proper care. We have some suggestions that will preserve your majolica for years to come.

Majolica is dishwasher safe, but many people choose to hand wash their pieces as a precaution. Because majolica is a porous material, some pieces are not meant to hold liquid for a long period of time. Check for warning labels before ordering a product, as the pieces that are most notorious for "sweating" are appropriately labeled.

Majolica is sensitive to extreme temperatures, specifically boiling or freezing liquids. Pouring water with a rolling boil directly into a teapot, for example, may lead to breakage. To avoid this, temper the object. The industry standard is 620 degrees Celsius (1,148 degrees Fahrenheit). Quench the glass to cool it.

Crazing is common in well used majolica. The tiny cracks in the glaze do not affect the functionality of your majolica.

Majolica hand-crafted products should not be microwaved, as it may crack and/or break the ceramics.

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