Vtg Modigliani Rosso Deruta Italian Pottery Red Cups & Saucers Set of 8 Italy

Vtg Modigliani Rosso Deruta Italian Pottery Red Cups & Saucers Set of 8 Italy USED RARELY- tiny chip on one saucer (see last photo) Modigliani is a respected Italian pottery house known for hand-painted, artisan earthenware. Each piece is typically hand-thrown and painted by artists in Deruta a town in Umbria famous for majolica ceramics dating back to the Renaissance. Modigliani Italian Hand Painted in Italy Via Condotti Roma, indicates it was part of a boutique collection sold in Rome and also exported to upscale shops in the U.S. (often via Neiman Marcus, Williams-Sonoma, or specialty importers in the 1990s2000s). Material: Glazed terracotta / earthenware Finish: Glossy, vibrant color glaze the red hue is a classic Rosso Deruta tone Technique: Freehand painting, sometimes with rustic brush accents around rims Care: These are decorative yet functional dishwasher safe, though hand-washing is preferred to preserve glaze.