VINTAGE & COLLECTIBLE CERAMICS Bertini “Cigno Reale" Italian Ceramic Canister

Curated vintage Italian ceramic canister
Hand-painted in Italy

Elegant and commanding in scale, this Bertini Italian ceramic canister is a striking vintage collectible featuring a beautifully rendered winged swan surrounded by classic Italian ornamental decoration.

The central panel presents the golden swan with wings raised against an intense cobalt-blue ground, framed by delicate ivory botanical flourishes and a softly painted green landscape below. Warm golden ochre borders surround the scene, creating a dramatic contrast and giving the canister its rich Mediterranean character.

Traditional scrolling decoration encircles the shoulder, while rhythmic cobalt brushwork and layered bands of blue, ivory, ochre, and green accentuate the substantial architectural form. The coordinating fitted lid is crowned with a rounded golden finial, completing the impressive silhouette.

Measuring approximately 9" high x 5 wide, this is a substantial statement piece with wonderful decorative presence. Its generous scale makes it especially beautiful displayed on a kitchen counter, open shelving, sideboard, or incorporated into a collection of vintage Italian ceramics.

For collectors of Bertini ceramics, the unusual figural motif, saturated color, and impressive proportions make this an especially captivating example of collectible Italian decorative ware.

As a vintage collectible, subtle variations, imperfections, and signs of age contribute to its individual history and character. Please review photographs carefully for condition.

Artisan: Bertini
Motif: Winged Swan
Dimensions: Approximately 9" H x 5" W
Details: Vintage Italian ceramic canister · Fitted lid with rounded finial · Winged swan motif · Cobalt blue, golden ochre, ivory and green palette · Ornamental botanical detailing · Large-scale vintage & collectible Italian ceramic

Hand-painted in Italy by Bertini a leading ceramist, no longer painting. 

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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