{"product_id":"a-pair-of-late-17th-century-tin-glazed-campana-urns","title":"A Pair of Late 17th Century Tin-Glazed Campana Urns","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"40\" data-end=\"401\"\u003eA remarkable pair of early tin-glazed earthenware Campana urns, embodying the exuberant decorative character of the Renaissance Revival tradition. Of elegant twin-handled form, each vase is richly modelled with classical ornament, combining architectural structure with the lively surface effects characteristic of Mediterranean maiolica and faience production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1304\" data-end=\"1350\"\u003eProbably Southern European, late 17th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1352\" data-end=\"1409\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eHeight: 38 cm.\u003cbr data-start=\"1366\" data-end=\"1369\"\u003eDiameter: 33 cm.\u003cbr data-start=\"1385\" data-end=\"1388\"\u003eBase diameter: 17 cm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"403\" data-end=\"747\"\u003eThe bodies are centred by moulded figural roundels depicting classical profile busts, framed within broad curving reserves and flanked by scrolling handles. Deep gadrooned moulding to the lower body and flaring rims lends the urns a strong sculptural rhythm and reflects the influence of Italian Renaissance metalwork and stone garden ornament.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"749\" data-end=\"1132\"\u003eParticularly striking is the richly variegated tin glaze in tones of emerald green, ochre yellow, and cream, applied in a fluid splashed \u003cem data-start=\"886\" data-end=\"895\"\u003emacchia\u003c\/em\u003e manner that creates a vibrant and organic surface texture. The expressive glaze and robust modelling give the pair exceptional decorative presence while preserving the charm and individuality associated with early hand-crafted ceramics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1134\" data-end=\"1302\"\u003eRare survivals, the urns possess both architectural grandeur and painterly warmth, making them highly effective as interior decorative objects or garden room ornaments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1352\" data-end=\"1409\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eOne vase with a firing fault to the body, incurred during manufacture and consistent with the hand-crafted nature of early tin-glazed earthenware. Please refer to photographs.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Collection EE40","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53657225396561,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0935\/5873\/5185\/files\/campana_vases.jpg?v=1778679790","url":"https:\/\/nicholaswells.com\/products\/a-pair-of-late-17th-century-tin-glazed-campana-urns","provider":"Nicholas Wells Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}