Vintage Holland Majolica Bowl

Purchased in Amsterdam in 1983. There is a small chip noted in photos, but otherwise in excellent condition. This is a beautiful collectible piece. Majolica is highly collectible in the United States and Britain, but can also be extraordinarily pricey. If you're a collector, chances are you're constantly on the lookout for new pieces to add to your trove of antique treasures. Majolica pottery has been around since the 15th century, but it has become increasingly popular in modern homes thanks to its bold patterns and rich colors. Available in a range of sizes, you'll find pieces of majolica pottery as small as salt cellars or as large as life-size herons, fawns, and bear cubs. The first pieces of majolica pottery were made during the 15th century on the Spanish island of Majorca—said to be once known as Majolica. Later, the tin-glazed earthenware was crafted in Italy and France (where it was known as faenza and faience, respectively, after the Italian city of Faenza, famous for its pottery). In the 19th century, artisans began creating majolica pottery in England with the patterns and colors that are widely recognized today.